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Arsène Wenger believes that technology could provide a better solution to the refereeing mistakes that can blight football.
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Daily News - "Three lives saved with donated organs from 2-year-old Staten Island girl"
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June 11, 2013
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Fox News - New Jersey Teenager Thriving One Year after Kidney Transplant
May 30, 2013
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New York Daily News - Daily Checkup: Living Donation is Key to Finding Kidney Compatibility
April 21, 2013
Antonios Arvelakis, MD, says living donation is a way of improving on the shortage of kidneys available for life-saving transplants.
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April 20, 2013
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April 20, 2013
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September 27, 2012
Sander Florman, Director of the Recanati/Miller Transplantation Institute named Charles Miller, MD Professor of surgery September 2012
American Liver Foundation Honors Thomas D. Schiano, MD as 2012 Physician of the Year
September 12, 2012
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September 9, 2012
The Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital Gains in New U.S. News and World Report Pediatric Rankings
June 5, 2012
Six specialties now rated in Top 36 of Best Children's Hospitals in the nation.
NYNW-TV -Dutchess County Girl Recovering After Kidney Transplant
May 30, 2012
A 12-year-old girl with a life-threatening kidney disease and the dream of becoming a doctor gets her wish for a new kidney after she goes on television and a living donor, who is a perfect match, comes forward.
New York Daily News - Daily Checkup: With Thousands On Transplant Waiting Lists, Advances in Care Reduce Risks
April 11, 2012
Dr. Sander Florman, Director of the Recanati/Miller Transplantation Institute at Mount Sinai Hospital, discusses the pressing need for organ donors and why live donation is so important.
The New York Times - From Brother to Brother, a Kidney, and a Life
April 6, 2012
After years of obstacles, the generosity of many and the refusal of Mount Sinai's Leona Kim-Schluger to give up makes it possible for a man to donate a kidney to his brother and save his life.
Leona Kim-Schluger, MD - Endowed Professorship
April 4, 2012
RMTI clinician, educator and mentor named to distinguished endowed professorship at Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
East Hampton Star - For His Valentine, a Kidney
February 16, 2012
Husband donates a life-saving kidney to his wife on Valentine's Day.
Liver Transplant Is a Gift of Life for Queens Baby
January 11, 2012
Ariz Gadit was just under one month of age when he received a life-saving liver transplant at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Kidney Transplantations Foster Bright Hopes
December 19, 2011
Two 13-year-old girls each receive a life-saving kidney from the same donor
Team Sinai Walkers Raise $10,000 for the National Kidney Foundation
October 16, 2011
More than 100 participants from the Mount Sinai Dialysis Program and the Recanati/Miller Transplantation Institute at Mount Sinai took part in the NYC NFK Walk in October.
Team RMTI Walks to Fight Liver Disease
July 15, 2011
Participants raise nearly $4,000 in annual event
Zweigs Pledge $5 Million to Center for Living Donation
June 30, 2011
Barbara and Martin Zweig, PhD, commit a leadership gift to the Recanati/Miller Transplantation Institute to support a new center and to establish an endowed professorship.
U.S. News and World Report Ranks The Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital Among the Nation's Best
May 17, 2011
Mount Sinai recognized for providing distinguished pediatric care in gastroenterology, nephrology, diabetes/endocrinology, and pulmonology.
ABC News-Where You Live Drives Wait for Liver Transplants
February 15, 2011
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February 14, 2011
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February 13, 2011
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Health Resources and Services Administration Honors Dr. Jennifer Frontera As Organ Donation Champion
November 10, 2010
The HRSA has recognized Dr. Jennifer Frontera for demonstrating an exceptional commitment to organ donation and transplantation in New York State.
Sign On San Diego - "San Diego couple final link in kidney transplant chain"
August 27, 2010
The National Kidney Registry came up with a lifesaving shortcut. It helps find donors for people who need a kidney, but only if they have a partner willing to give an organ to a stranger.
UNOS Approves RMTI Treatment Protocol for Patients with Hilar Cholangiocarinoma
July 14, 2010
RMTI's protocol for treating patients with hilar cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) was approved by the UNOS Liver and Intestinal Organ Transplantation Committee on June 17, 2010, offering new hope for CCA patients who ordinarily would not qualify for transplantation.
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June 6, 2010
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Paintings, furniture, folk art, needlework, toys and costumes represent over 300 years of New England culture. Each object reveals the values of the communities that shaped this region of the early United States and ultimately informs the design and beauty of the things with which we choose to surround ourselves today. From art we can connect the past to the present to understand the material world around us.
Among more than 1,000 portraits is a likeness of Nathaniel Hawthorne that captures the author's inner spirit with a quality and immediacy that practically invites you to engage in conversation. John Singleton Copley's Portrait of Sarah Erving Waldo, in its original hand-carved frame, conveys the artist's ability to convincingly render details, shimmering fabrics and polished fine woods characteristic of the mid 18th century.
Period furniture - desks and bookcases that feature superb craftsmanship, clean lines and elegant form - illuminates all aspects of society, from the elite to the working class. And PEM's shoe collection, one of the largest in the world, reveals attitudes about clothing, sexuality and beauty.
Nuclear Nuts Teapot Variation #13, Yixing Series, 2001
Museum Purchase
Vertical Vase # 5, 1997
Gift of Samuel C. Crocker
Bowl: Tropic Array, 2001
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Sarah Lawrence Brooks, 1890
Sampler, 1807
Gift of Philip T. Andrews, 1977
Tulip Vases, ca. 1850
Museum Purchase, Gretchen Keller Glass Collection
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Gift of David O. Ives, 1976
Lyre Clock, 1838
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Teapot, "Stamp Act Repeal'd" 1766
Gift of Richard Manning
Portrait of Nathaniel Hawthorne, 1840
Gift of Richard C. Manning
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Gift of Merry Glosband, Mr. and Mrs William LaCroix Phippen
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Estate of B. F. Brown
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Gift of Mary O. Hodges
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Based on Kerouac's adventures with Neal Cassady, On the Road tells the story of two friends whose four cross-country road trips are a quest for meaning and true experience. Written with a mixture of sad-eyed naïveté and wild abandon, and imbued with Kerouac's love of America, his compassion for humanity, and his sense of language as jazz, On the Road is the quintessential American vision of freedom and hope, a book that changed American literature and changed anyone who has ever picked it up.
©1955, 1957 John Sampas, Literary Representative, the Estate of Stella Sampas Kerouac; John Lash, Executor of the Estate of Jan Kerouac; Nancy Bump; and Anthony M. Sampas; (P)2007 Penguin Audio, a member of Penguin Group (USA) Inc.
"My Favorite Narration and a Wonderful Book"
I estimate I've listened to over a hundred audio books so far. When I try to convince people that they should check out audio books, I always pick this "On the Road" by Jack Kerouac narrated by Will Patton as the first thing they should hear.
There are many books that I am so glad to have heard (the Hyperion series, the Enders Game series, even Atlas Shrugged and of course Armor).
But I don't think I could hear in my head any book as well from paper as Will Patton reads this one out loud. He's poetical, exhuberant, exciting, and makes this whismical and joyous appreciation of life become contagious.
On the road reminds me that there's so much to appreciate in every little thing, and Will Patton is that extra boost to make this great book the best.
"A bible!"
I have some friends who have decleared this book their bible, and I can see why. It really changes your view of the world.
Will Patton as a narrator is perfect for this novel. He reads it incredibly fast though, so strap up. But that is how this novel needs to be read, because the story takes place is such a pace.
A must-read and a definite five star book!
"Remarkable Characterization"
This text has obviously stood the test of time, ushering in the groovy mindset of the 60's. Mr. Kerouac certainly sets the tone for a decade. A fine book.
However, my main praise is reserved for the narrator, Will Patton. He gives a voice, and a whole 3 dimensional characterization of the unstoppable, wild, yet lovable Dean Moriarity. An unforgettable job. Worth a listen just to admire Will do his job with this "rat".
"A True Classic"
Very thought-provoking. I found myself thinking about this book often while NOT listening to it and also mentioning it to friends. (always a sign of a good book!)
A wonderful picture of the age . . .
The narrator . . . simply incredible. A friend mentioned that they "couldn't get through it" and I think had they listened rather than read it, it would have made a difference. a really worthwhile use of a credit!
"Heard about this book"
Since the book is 50+ years old, you hear different references about the book through your life...So I decided to read it.....It was great...Performance was awesome...I'm not sure how Sal stayed with his crazy buddy, but it made for some entertaining stories...I would put this on your "Read someday list"....
"Not What I Expected"
For me, Will Patton's performance was the saving grace for this audiobook, this was not what I expected. I'd never read On The Road, but had preconceptions that the book would be filled with Beat-philosophy (whatever that would be), and romanticism of the open road. Maybe that's what I got, but I just didn't like what it all turned out to be?
Now, who am I to say what's good and what's bad from a literary point of view? This was my first exposure to Kerouac, and I found his writing style to be an energetic randomness of pointless wandering. For me, there were moments of greatness, but they were few and far between, and the entire story felt like the original "[story] about nothing".
I'm glad I "read" it, and Patton's performance was probably the BEST of any audiobook, but I feel like it's something I've checked off a list. Done and done.
This book is of course a classic. I read it once a long time ago and then recently went through the audiobook version. In parts where I struggled to stay completely engaged years back, the narrator keep you fully in the story here. He is simply amazing. His ability to change tones and tempos with the character bring a whole new life to them: It feels like he fully captures the mania and passion of good ol' Dean Moriarty. Quite possibly one of the best narrators I've ever heard.
"Work of Art"
Narrator Will Patton transformed this classic into a masterpiece, with his powerful and nuanced narration. What an artist!
"Great Listen!!!"
Fun, interesting, captivating
He was emphatic when needed, and not where not. His voice is easy to listen to, and tells the story in a way that makes you want to keep listening.
I just found it well read, and a great story. Some audiobooks can take me a while to finish. This book went much quicker due to my desire to keep listening.
"Incredible listen, Will Patton was fantastic!"
I have already recommended this book to many of my friends. Will Patton did a fantastic job narrating this classic American Iconic book. I should have read it long ago, but am so thrilled to have waited to hear it read too me. It was outstanding.
The ending of the book was a bit surprising and melancholy.
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Our world does not stand still-and neither does technology. It is constantly evolving to keep up. As cloud and mobile applications and devices become increasingly prevalent in our daily lives, both at and away from the workplace, organizations from a wide variety of industries are struggling to keep pace with the increasing complexities associated with leveraging these platforms.
With technology-dependent, business-critical services like e-commerce, order fulfillment, and mobile banking core parts of consumer behavior and key sources of revenue, companies are more dependent on application performance management to monitor the availability and functionality of those services. The ultimate goal of monitoring those services is to help improve the overall end-user experience-both internally and externally.
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We are thrilled to announce our first ever Melissa & Doug Blog Ambassadors! We would like to congratulate these exceptional bloggers and welcome them to the Melissa & Doug family! We could not be more proud or excited to introduce to you, two incredible bloggers, Amy Mascott and Valerie Deneen! Please meet them…
Amy Mascott is a Reading Specialist, freelance writer, former high school English teacher, and mom to an 8, 6, and 4-year-old, Amy's work has been featured on dozens of online and print publications. She is a contributor for Scholastic's Parents Online, PBS Parents, and Mom's Homeroom, and more. Amy is currently a parenting editor and contributor for The DC Moms. Amy has worked as a literacy consultant for DC-area charter schools, and she has shared many tools with educators and parents in both local and national speaking engagements. She has just completed work with MSDE creating English 12 online curriculum, and she's currently working on her first book. On Twitter, she's @teachmama, tweeting about education, literacy, play, books, dog-walking, and everything in between.
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Amy is the creator of teachmama.com, where her focus is to share the tools and resources parents need to be the best teachers for their children. She's not a full-fledged homeschooling mom; rather, she capitalizes on learning opportunities in the every day and uses games and play to get her own children prepared for school and excited about the world around them. Amy is paving the way for a more modern 'lifestyle of learning', empowering all parents to take a stronger role in supporting their children's education. In February 2010, Amy created 'we teach' as a forum for parents and teachers to connect, share ideas, and grow into better educators—no matter the classroom. 'we teach' has grown quickly into one of the most successful and highly-trafficked educational forums on the web, recently partnering with the incredible educational toy company, Melissa & Doug.
Valerie Deneen is the author of Inner Child Fun (formerly called the Frugal Family Fun Blog), where she hopes to inspire parents to spend more quality time with their children and less money doing it. She lives with her husband Mark, and two daughters (ages 7 and 3). Valerie's blog features over 1,000 inexpensive kid-friendly art projects, crafts, and activities – perfect for at-home or in the classroom. She is a frequent guest on various television talk shows to demo easy and frugal crafts to do with the kids. For more information, or to contact Valerie, visit her blog at www.InnerChildFun.com or say hi to her on Twitter @InnerChildFun
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Nicole said she was swept away by Keith, describing him to the mag as, "more like an ocean; he took me out."
The actress noted she's attracted to, "a bigger, stronger personality; that's what I've been drawn to. I need protection. Everyone wants to feel someone's got their back."
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Nicole also opened up about her marriage to Tom Cruise, and said she was very shy in those early days of their union.
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Nowadays, what Nicole finds uncomfortable is having her photo taken.
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Code P0027 and engine knock
Looking for advice and info for a problem I have with my 2007 cts 3.6l with 95,000 km. Had it in for service last year and they updated the code in the computer for the timing chains. The last number of months it has made a slight rattle sound on startup, but went away very quickly. Also seemed to sometimes idle a little rough, but seemed to run ok. I suspected the timing chains, but assumed the dealer would not do anything about them until a code came up. About three weeks ago, got a code P0027. About the same time, noticed a sound like a knock or rattle when excelerating around 4000 rpm. Checked the oil, and noticed it was down over a quart. Never had to add oil before, and I change oil on or before oil warning. Changed oil and filter, and found non magnetic metal pieces on outside of filter. After changing oil, took it to the dealer and they indicated chains are worn, and replaced them under an extended warranty. After I got the car back, noticed the knock was now there at idle when warmed up. Took it back and dealer mechanic had a quick listen, and thought it was bottom end of motor. Dealer now wants $600 to remove engine to see if that is the problem. The rest of the engine is out of warranty, so if I have them remove it, would either get it back in pieces, pay another $600 to put it back together the way it is, or pay up to $9000.00 for a new engine. My theory is that the loose chains may have hit the covers somewhere, sending aluminum into the oil. At some point, a journal oil passageway has become pluged or restricted, and took out the bearing. I have no proof of this, but what bothers me, is if it is a rod, what happed to it? Is the issue with the timing chains possibly related to the knock? My son usually drives this car, it is his car, but under my name to save insurance costs. He bought car used with 47,000 km on it, and really likes it. He probably will be buying several vehicles throughout his lifetime, but very unlikely it will be another Cadi. I have used this forum in the past to find info, etc. and find it really helpful. Thanks for the responses.


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If you want to strip paint from metal without the nasty fumes and mess of chemical strippers, just fill a slow cooker with water and set the dial to high. The heat and moisture will soften the paint, and often it will fall off as a single piece.
This works on oil, latex and spray paints, but it may not remove some clear finishes like lacquer. Cooking the hardware may stain or contaminate the pot, so use an old one or buy a new one for less than $20. This method won't harm hardware made of non-rusting metals like copper, brass or aluminum. You'll end up with a little rust on steel—not enough to ruin hidden parts like hinge pins or screws, but possibly enough to roughen shiny surfaces. If the steel has a plating like chrome or brass and the plating is already flaking off, this method will cause more flaking.
Some paints will loosen within a couple of hours, but for best results, plan to cook the hardware overnight. If the paint doesn't fall off by itself, scrub lightly with a stiff plastic brush. The paint will harden as it cools, so scrub the hardware as soon as you pull it out of the water. The paint may contain lead, so catch all the sludge and throw it in the garbage. To clean the metal and restore its shine, use a metal polish like Brasso or Noxon.


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February 7, 2013 11:08 AM
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Microsoft's Scroogled campaign
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The campaign tells email users that Google scans all sent and received emails for advertisement keywords
Microsoft is taking
a serious jab at Google's
Gmail service in a new campaign called "Don't Get Scroogled by Gmail."
Microsoft's "Scroogled" campaign is an effort to draw new customers to its own email service, Outlook -- and plans to do so by informing Internet users nationwide of Gmail's practices.
Microsoft is telling the nation that Google scans each email that is sent and received through the Gmail service for keywords that can help it target users with more accurate advertisements. Microsoft even commissioned a study, conducted by GfK Roper, where 70 percent of users were unaware of Google's email scanning and 88 percent disapproved of it once they knew.
"Emails are personal — and people feel that reading through their emails to sell ads is out of bounds," said Stefan Weitz, senior director of Online Services at Microsoft. "We honor the privacy of our Outlook.com users, and we are concerned that Google violates that privacy every time an Outlook.com user exchanges messages with someone on Gmail. This campaign is as much about protecting Outlook.com users from Gmail as it is about making sure Gmail users know what Google's doing."
Microsoft will spread the news and its new word "Scroogled" all over TV, Internet and print advertisements. It even
launched a petition
to stop going through user emails for the sake of ad sales, where it has received nearly 600 signatures of the required 25,000 at the time this article was written.
Microsoft was even nice enough to offer a few examples of Google's practices.
"For example, if you write a friend to let her know you are separating from your husband, Google sells ads against this information to divorce lawyers, who post ads alongside it," said Microsoft. "Or if you ask a friend for vacation suggestions, Google uses this information to target you with ads from travel agencies or airlines that want your business."
There has been some tension between the two tech companies, as Microsoft
cried "antitrust" over a YouTube snub
last month. More specifically, the Redmond, Wash. tech giant was upset that Windows Phone still could not get a full YouTube app while the competition (Android and iOS) were able. It added that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) was not doing enough to force Google to conform to antitrust laws (Google got out of a two-year FTC investigation with only a slap on the wrist).
Also, Google had filed a patent claim with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) against Microsoft that
would stop the Windows giant from applying video compression technology to the Xbox
video game console. While it dropped this patent claim against Microsoft last month, others are still pending.
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This is my first thread to start on the discussion board so cut me a little slack if it isn't perfect. I hope I'm putting this on the right discussion board as well...I'm having a little dilemma and I'm hoping to get some clarity and support from experienced armor makers and anyone who enjoys dressing up in costumes to geek out at conventions in general! To tell you a little about myself I am a female who has been in love with star wars for as long as I can remember and most things geek/video games/anime/etc. It wasn't until recently that I was introduced into the wonderful world of conventions! (I am surrounded by non cool people in MS) I have dressed up a couple of times and even recently sewed my own costume (exciting!). When I discovered the star wars convention coming up in august I knew two things for sure 1. I was going and 2. I had to go as a female version of boba fett. I know most girls go directly for the princess leia slave outfit (which one of my good friends will be going as) but my dreams lie more with the bounty hunter. So now we reach my dilemma and why I started writing this post to begin with. (Sorry I'm a fairly wordy person, thus is the nature of females I suppose lol) I joined the dented helmet with the intention of using it as a resource for obtaining this costume and it has proved to be extremely helpful. I have learned that this costume is one of the hardest to make and not only does it take lots of time, failed attempts and resources, it also takes skills. Taking into consideration that I come to this with NO previously tried and true armor making skills, except fair sewing, and want this armor in a certain time frame (August 2012). Top this off with the fact I'm a nurse who works 12 hour shifts and am in the process of selling my house and moving tentatively by May, I don't see it being very realistic that I could actually make this costume myself. So I have consulted with Bobamaker who is willing to make a costume to my specific needs, and his armor really looks legit. However, all my friends (mainly the non geek ones) think I'm crazy for investing what could be a down payment on a car into a single costume. So now I'm torn between wanting to have this amazing costume and the guilt that is starting to slowly take over my desire. As far as money goes, I can handle the price tag with some budgeting. I would just appreciate a little support from some friends in the boba fett costuming world. Am I crazy for wanting to spend the money on the costume? Would I be better off to try and make a shabby version for this August, which I'm afraid with time constraints is all I could realistically manage. Or should I just go with my first instinct and spend the money on something fabulous and memorable. I'm completely serious when I say I want honest answers. (feel free to be brutal as long as constructive) I value the opinions of people in this forum because I know most people who are using this forum really are true fans and understand my desire to want to bring this amazing costume to life. Also any other ideas on how to obtain the armor, armor makers, etc or just thoughts in general, I'd love to hear them. I'm enclosing a picture (hopefully) of a costume that I saw a girl do that really inspired me to want to make a female modified version of boba fett. To those people who are purists and dont like modified versions I completely understand wanting to maintain the integrity of a costume, which I hope to do in mine. Although you will have to excuse me for being a female who enjoys looking like one and want to flaunt it while I got it. Hey, I'm not gonna be 26 forever :P Thanks guys. I look forward to hearing from everyone! :D


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Everton 0-3 ArsenalCommunity Shield Gresty Road Wed, August 2, 2006, 8.05pm
By Chris Harris
There's nothing strange about Arsenal Ladies getting their hands on some silverware, but there was an unfamiliar ring to last night's Community Shield celebrations.
Faye White is usually presented with the trophies but, on this occasion, she watched from the wings as Jayne Ludlow hoisted aloft Arsenal's latest prize.
It's a scenario White may have to get used to as she embarks on the long road to recovery from a knee ligament injury. Ludlow will lead the Ladies in her absence but the Wales midfielder hopes her understudy role is short-lived.
"It's terrible news for Faye," Ludlow told Arsenal.com. "Obviously it's the second time she's had such a bad injury and she will be a huge loss, but I'm sure she'll be back quicker than expected and hopefully before the end of the season.
"I do enjoy the captaincy, but then again I feel that on the field we need quite a few leaders. It worked well tonight though and hopefully during the season I can do the same and we can keep on winning."
Injuries to White and Yvonne Tracy have left Vic Akers short of defensive options but there is a surplus of talent further forward. New signings Karen Carney and Katie Chapman linked up for Arsenal's second goal against Everton and Ludlow believes the new arrivals will keep everyone on their toes.
"Both girls did really well," she said. "We've got a great squad of players now and there's competition for places. That can only benefit the team because people are going to have to play well to get in the starting line-up.
"As for the game, it was a good workout. You could see that in the second half when we tired a little bit and the football wasn't as good. But in the first half I thought our performance was superb and hopefully there will be more to come.
"The league and the cups are always our main target, but if we can go one better in Europe this year and actually get to the Final then we'll all be happy."
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Arsène Wenger and his Arsenal side face Swansea in the Premier League on Saturday and the manager sat down for his usual pre-match interview with Arsenal Player on Thursday.
The Frenchman discussed all the major issues of the week.
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Adam Brody had dog walking duty.
Adrienne Bailon did this posed pap shoot so people wouldn't forget about her.
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Due to the injuries sustained by wide receivers Julio Jones and Roddy White , Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he would like to get tight end Tony Gonzalez more involved in the offense. "As we evolve into this wide receiver situation, obviously there might be more things up with Tony featured as the No. 1 guy. That's a no-brainer. We'll see how that goes."
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Behind Harry Douglas on the depth chart, things start to get dicey for the Falcons. They have three guys who you've probably never heard of. The biggest name of the bunch is Brian Robiskie, who's been in the league for five years and previously played for Cleveland and Detroit. As for Gonzo, I'm sure he's disappointed he came back this year. The Falcons are toast this year and even if he sees more targets, what's he going to do with them? Gonzalez has become a catch, turn and fall forward type of tight end with no after-the-catch ability. I don't mind starting him, but he's not going to channel his inner-Jimmy Graham or anything.


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USAF Staff "Appalled" at Wasting $1B USD on Failed Software Upgrade
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December 10, 2012 2:00 PM
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Project suffered an excess of ambition, irresponsible contractors, and a broken management structure
The plan was to consolidate a slew of expensive and largely redundant data service platforms at the
U.S. Air Force
(USAF) down to a more cohesive collection. The move was supposed to yield billions in savings by locating and selling redundant parts (roughly half of the USAF's
$31B USD in parts
is thought to be redundant or unneeded). The new platform of services would come online, just in the nick of time to complete a massive looming 2017 audit.
I. Too Much Ambition, Too Little Execution
Grover Dunn, the Air Force director of transformation at the time remarked, "We've never tried to change all the processes, tools and languages of all 250,000 people in our business at once, and that's essentially what we're about to do."
However, the transition never finished. And last month the USAF was forced to make the embarrassing admission that after investing $1.03B USD since 2005,
the transformation was being scrapped
after it was deemed that the program had failed to yield "any significant military capability".
The USAF is being forced to stick with dated hardware stretching back to the 1970s, after fumbling a major infrastructure upgrade bid. [Image Source: A1C-Meyer]
The decision was also made when contractor Computer Sciences Corp. (
) -- the lead system integrator -- gave a dire prediction that the project would not be ready until 2020, would only implement a quarter of the original promised scope, and would cost $8B USD.
The military plan, which was based off of commercial off-the-shelf software ("COTS"), would be rather ambitious for a more homogenous large corporation. Amidst a defense division with a myriad of special needs it was incredibly over ambitious, as Director Dunn's comment suggests.
II. Experts Predicted Program Was in Trouble
So the question people are asking is why it took the USAF $1B USD -- mostly handed to CSC -- to recognize the futility of the effort.
Jamie M. Morin, assistant secretary of the Air Force,
testified before a subcommittee
of the
Senate's Armed Services Committee
and did not mince words about the astonishing nature of the software services SNAFU. He comments, "I am personally appalled at the limited capabilities that program has produced relative to that amount of investment."
Paul K. Ketrick and Graeme R. Douglas of the
Institute for Defense Analyses
warned of the upcoming failure last year, and suggested the sinking USAF effort was not alone. In their
2011 report
they estimated that since 2009 $5.9B USD was spent on such software across the
U.S. Department of Defense
, with only some smaller programs showing success.
The pair believe that a key determinant of success or failure is the size of the program and whether the DoD makes the mistake of appointing a single director over an overly broad effort, as with the USAF program.
Mr. Douglas to
The New York Times
, "[The successes] got there because they had strong leadership who committed to the program and had the authority to make the changes necessary for success. It's rare that a single leader in the Department of Defense has the authority over the span of activities [as with the USAF]."
USAF has terminated the $1B+ USD data project, and now may lose up to $15.5B USD in savings the project would have gained by cutting redundant parts. [Image Source: Unknown]
Now left with software and hardware that dates as far back as the 1970s, the USAF is expected to have to try to scrape by on the 2017 audit with the old platforms. Most expect the audit to go poorly. So is the USAF to blame for poor planning? Experts certainly think so.
But so far there haven't been reports of cohesive repercussions for the DoD officials and contractors involved. The USAF is carrying on as if the situation is normal when in fact it is all [fouled] up.
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I am in the process of cutting the slots for my chest lights in my aluminum armor. I have the slots cut and shaped to the proper size for my lights, but because the aluminum is thick, the lights sit too far back in the chest plate.
Dose anyone remember how the material was removed from this armor?
I have tried my Dremel with grinding wheels and cutting bits, but niether one has worked to well.