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Music Video Girls: Exploitive or an Industry of Independence
UK TV Channel BBC3 once in a while produces something worth taking a look at, and the minute I saw an advert for their latest one-off documentary endeavour – "Music, Money and Hip-Hop Honeys" – exploring the job that is 'The Music Video Girl' – I was intrigued.
Music videos are a subject that I often bring attention to. It is impossible to turn on the latest music channel without being bombarded with a series of greased up women jiggling their bits around in front of the camera. Of course, we can't forget the men parading around them with the,'Yes, these are my bitches,' attitude. Unfortunately, apart from pop starlets like Katy Perry – that's a post worth of discussion right there – this is mostly a 'Hip-Hop' mentality, and Hip-Hop is obviously going to have a series of hurdles to overcome the subjection of women in its mainstream videos.
The programme itself never really reached a conclusion, which wasn't a particular surprise; an hour's worth of footage wasn't enough time to dive into the subject. There was some insight into the music video world, where men are undoubtedly reigning supreme over women. We got a look at the hopeful dreamers who long to be a successful music video girl. One had been sexually harassed, but still wanted to continue her dream of stardom and when the presenter jetted off to America, she got to meet the likes of LoLa – the star of 50 Cent, Kanye West, Lloyd Banks' music videos – who reportedly was paid $12,000 for two days work. She went on to stick up for the music video girls, giving some fairly valid points of how some girls take the job to get by in life – even when a lot of these girls don't get paid – and also, happily admitting that it was her way of forging her own music career in the process.
This isn't a review of the programme itself, but a question of: When does something become exploitive? And who is to judge how a woman makes her money? As long as she is happy doing what she's doing is it really any of our business? But then is this view of women really benefiting society and having some kind of lasting effect on how we view the female gender – where men always come out on top? There always seems to be this close divide where no one can win, when both sides have valid points.
Just because a woman is walking around in a bikini in some music video, doesn't mean that she is being exploited or that she isn't independent in her own right. If she is aware of how she is going to be treated then she is aware of the consequences. But then that still doesn't give someone the right to subjectively use her as if she wasn't a human being or less than an equal.
One member of the UK garage band, So Solid Crew, admitted that in this world, "sex and violence sell." So instead of trying to break that barrier down, introduce new ways of filming a music video without a barely clad girl shaking the only thing that is apparently worth anything, her body, it is now just excepted. We all have to get over it, and deal. Chuck in a bunch of oily girls gyrating next to the said male artist and you've got yourself a hit. That's the 21st century music industry, right there.
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Alex Catgirl @ at 9:42 pm, January 11th, 2011
I tell people all the time that if I wasn't born into money, I would be jiggling my bits at some full nude strip clubs. Depending on where you are, those girls get P-A-I-D.
I'm serious, I just got my undergraduate degree in biology, with honours, from an "elite" institution, and while I didn't acquire any student debt, I'd be in a very hard position if I did because all that degree qualifies me for is a j-o-b as a lowly lab technician making less than what my yearly tuition ran, with no hope of advancement unless I went on to graduate/medical school(which is why I'm going on to graduate and then medical school, but that is a privilege. I am able to do so because I was born into the right family.
Both liberal and conservative ideologues bash women who make their living based on their looks, that's grade A sour grapes.
Like a whole lot of people say, sex sells, if you have sex appeal, "exploit" the hell out of it because them their valllueess the ideologues are peddling? They do NOT pay the bills.
Life isn't all about money, but then again it sure isn't free.
Kelpie @ at 10:55 pm, January 11th, 2011
I don't know how these male artists treat these women behind the scenes, but in the videos themselves it's kind of disgusting. They're a status symbol, and it makes it hard for me to feel like it's a good thing, even if it pays well and opens up windows.
However, sometimes you do what it takes, and if dancing in music videos pays the bills or opens opportunities, I think that these women should be able to do so if they'd like to.
It's not the women who dance in these videos who have the problem, it's the artists who hire them. It's the artist's attitude that should change, and honestly, it's not going to for a long while.
Katherine C. @ at 11:27 pm, January 11th, 2011
Yes, well, if the woman is doing it because she's choosing it of her own free will, I guess one could say that it's fine, but the real problem is not that these women are being "exploited-" it's the fact that popular culture shapes everyday street culture, and it teaches people that women are to be treated like the booty-shakers on music videos: as a piece of ass. Why do you think men are so willing to drive by and tell me to "shake those titties?" Most people can't or just don't seperate what they see on TV and how they act in real life- because they see TV as en extension of real life.
BTW, the end of this article really struck me, just because it was so well-put: there's a real problem with our culture when a successful music video is successful because it has "a bunch of oily girls gyrating." What happened to artistic integrity? Because, like it or not, this crap is art. Bad art, but it fits the definition all the same. And popular art defines a culture.
Natalia @ at 1:22 am, January 12th, 2011
I guess I don't have a problem when a girl says that she posed naked for playboy for money. But it bothers me when they say "that was my dream for my career!". I either don't believe it or find it extremely pathetic.
RozzyL @ at 2:33 pm, January 12th, 2011
@Alex Catgirl
On the programme, one of the most interesting points was that the women/girls often do NOT get paid. Sometimes they are simply desperate to break into music videos; sometimes they are cruelly tricked and deceived into believing they will be paid and then dropped without a penny.
I saw the programme too, and thought it was fairly balanced, and the presenter tried quite hard not to be biased or allow her prejudices to come through.
Overall, I came away feeling depressed. Whether a woman participates in these videos because she feels empowered, or for respect, money, or sex, they are not a great view of our society. It's saddening that this is what people enjoy watching.
Quinc @ at 7:29 pm, January 12th, 2011
It's hard to argue someone is being exploited when they're being paid so much, and I think you should avoid the viewpoint that being paid to be sexy/sexual is inherently exploitive or degrading towards women.
However these videos have some very bad messages, namely that sexy women are status symbols, as the OP mentions. I'm reminded of a op where an absurdly rich guy saves money on a TV service, and they demonstrate his wealth two ways:
1. Everything is plated in gold
2. There are about a dozen bored looking voluptuous women in skin tight dresses lounging around and serving him drinks.
So a rich guy might surround himself with 'teh sexy ladies' the same way he surrounds himself with other expensive goods…sigh. This is undoubtedly connected to the stereotype of women being attracted to money.
A Guy @ at 9:26 am, January 13th, 2011
If the hypergamy/alpha male theory is correct, then giving them indepencence and exploiting them are the same thing. Give them the choice, and many women will choose to seek the approval of the high-status men in these videos.
Kelpie said:
"However, sometimes you do what it takes, and if dancing in music videos pays the bills or opens opportunities, I think that these women should be able to do so if they'd like to.
It's not the women who dance in these videos who have the problem, it's the artists who hire them. It's the artist's attitude that should change, and honestly, it's not going to for a long while."
It sounds to me like you're saying that these women can't be trusted to think for themselves and that the male artists need to think for them.
Woman of GOD! @ at 4:19 pm, January 19th, 2011
Well I think they need to put God 1st in their lives!! Cause he has a purpose and plan for all of us!
Jeremiah 29:11-14
11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. 12 Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. 13 You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. 14 I will be found by you," declares the LORD, "and will bring you back from captivity.
I really don't think that was his plan for them. But i'm not talking down on them. They're just foolish and need Jesus! He will guide them and show them their purpose in life! I used to be foolish like them but never again! Money isn't everything seek GOD first!! Like Matthew 6:31-33 say…
31 "Therefore do not worry, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' 32 For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
Amen! Those are the words of God! Y'all have a Blessed Day!
AHodges @ at 11:14 pm, February 6th, 2011
This is nothing new! Women have been dancing in music videos from the start. I'll never forget Tawney Kitaen writhing on the hood of David Coverdale's sportscar in an old Whitesnake video. She looked amazing. But I digress.
Sex, drugs, and rock and roll has turned into sex, bling, and hip hop, but it boils down to the same thing.
The women who make a living dancing in videos (or dancing in a strip club) are adults who can decide for themselves what they want to do for money. And as long as women aren't being forced into it and are being fairly compensated, it's not really anyone else's business.
As for the "message" it sends, that's subjective. I'd rather see half-naked dancers on my television than all the violent craziness that slides by on primetime tv without raising an eyebrow.
jalynn @ at 9:51 am, May 15th, 2013
yes, i do think music vedios is harmful to women exspelally fo arfican americans.
Kia @ at 1:19 pm, November 10th, 2013
Yoooo!!!!! This is funny how you don't really see these white girls twerking and doing exotic dance moves in music videos but of course you see these African American girls doing what te white ones can't of wont do .They need Jesus for real . But hey I don't blame them they need to make money somehow Right .
lucus @ at 8:19 am, March 31st, 2017
The only people who don't have a problem with women exploiting themselves to set an example of how women should be treated in society are men. They get the benefits of getting their jollies so they don't give a shit. like AHodges for example, he'd rather see women half naked shaking their bits on tv than violence. as its ok for women to sexualy exploit the female form for men to get exited when they see a normal girl on the street. fuck violences….if rather watch people fuck bitches


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I was watching Animal Cops yesterday, and a vet tech was giving a flea infested pup a bath with Dawn Dish liquid. She said that it was the best thing to use for killing and removing fleas.
Anyone else ever hear of this?
I was watching Animal Cops yesterday, and a vet tech was giving a flea infested pup a bath with Dawn Dish liquid. She said that it was the best thing to use for killing and removing fleas.
Anyone else ever hear of this?
I have heard of it but I have never used it. next time my cat gets fleas I'll let you know how t works (it's only a matter of time)
YES it does wonders for infestations. I use it for the dogs that are pulled from the shelters before bringing them home. then I apply frontline to keep them at bay. It is a wonderful flea killer. But it only lasts as long as it is on them.
I use 3 parts dawn to 1 part water and let it sit on them for a few minutes before rinsing.
I was thinking that surely a vet tech wouldn't say that unless it was true, but it sounded too good to be true. So I had to ask.
Great to know there's something that many of us already have that can get rid of fleas in a pinch.
Dawn is even used on wildlife while cleaning up oil spills such as the exxon valdez...etc. It is a universal cleaner and killer in this household! I even us it in a sprayer in my dog kennels and it works better than anything and I feel alot safer using it than any chemicals out there.
Being we are both from the south.....and we know fleas, biting flies and all those other nasty critters so well.
It is common, but I wonder how good of an idea it is. Cap Star has been tested and found safe. Was any testing ever done on the Dawn?
I've used for my dogs and cat as well. The vet's I work for recomend it if there's a large infestation on an kitten or puppy that's too young/small for frontline or promeris. From my understanding it's only the blue dawn dish soap that works, but I've heard of others using the different dawn soaps with sucess. Of course you have to make sure to avoid the pets face. It's the soap molecule that bonds with the fleas exoskeleton and forces water into their bodies so they drowned. The soap molecule in dawn is actually prety cool and it's really neat how it bonds with dirt to remove all that grease and grime on your dishes.
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Dawn is great as long as you don't use it real often as it can dry your dogs skin out. It is also good for your grass. Don't ask me why, but where we wash our cars (with dawn) in the summer the grass gets a lot greener there. It actually looks like it acts as a fertilizer.
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I've always thought dawn was a gift from the Aliens either that or Dawn is what nuclear waste is made out of LOL
I've used it on Bella when she got fleas really bad two summers ago and I didn't want to wait for the capstar to take effect. It works well but like AB said if you use it too often it will really dry out your dog's skin.
You can also use it as a one time yard/house treatment if you have really bad fleas. The year Bell got them really bad they were ALL OVER her pen and I completely sprayed down the pen with very diluted dawn then re-sprayed it with the hose until it was completely washed away.. it seemd to help a little bit. Its also good to pre-wash all your dog bedding etc if it gets fleas in it too.
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406 build....stock crank & rods?
So over last 2 years I have slowly been acquiring parts for a street/strip 406. I can't stand to see my camaro sit any longer and really want to get it on the road this summer. What I have in the garage is a 509 2 bolt block freshly punched .030, stock 400 rods, 2 stock 400 cranks (both need turned), stock 400 damper, trick flow super 23 195 heads (Valve springs for a solid roller cam up to .650 lift), howards retro fit SR cam 237/239 .585/.585 LSA 108, holley 750, HEI distributor (All new electronics), 1 5/8 long tube headers.
I guess my question should be what do you think about using the stock 400 rods, crank, and damper. The rods of course would have arp bolts. I'm thinking i should be around 450 horse. I'm a college student and dont have much money to blow on this, but dont want to be rebuilding it this winter either.
I've done research and have David Vizard's Max performance chevy small blocks on a budget. Everyone has a different opinion on this subject but i think a set of 5.7 rods with cap screw bolts and the stock crank and damper would suite my needs, But just looking for some input on this thanks!
I would reuse the crank but get new 6" rods and a new damper. Both if these items will have good returns in durability and power.
Building an sbc from scratch is not cheap you may want to consider other options.
If those parts are in your possession then use them for now.I agree with ap72 about the rods and HB.The 750 will work and the headers are a little small but will work
I have built several engine before and realize the cost that goes into them. I bought the 400 stuff for $100, heads and cam for $600, holley was already on the 350 in my car, headers $20. I wish i had heads with a bigger runner size, a hydraulic cam, 1 7/8 headers. I'm just trying to put together a respectable engine at small cost.
Now for a damper what would you recommend a stock replacement or something a little more spendy.
If you're going with a stock replacement then there's no sense in replacing it is there?
I had the wrong impression, I thought you were going after some serious power, not just putting spare parts together on the cheap.
for a cheap build you can probably reuse the stock crank, rods, and balancer, try to match the new pistons to the old ones (weight wise) and you can probably even skate by without a rebalance.
Its not the "right way" to do things but it'll work.
Are you saying that I can't make good power with what I have? Lets say i had a short block that could withstand 7000 rpm this thing would really rip. Will a fluid damper, 6 in. rods, stock crank, and a balance be the ticket. i've just never built an engine that made me question the integrity of the bottom end. You see people go all forged when it doesn't seem needed and then hear stories of stock crank and rod small blocks that put down big numbers. I just need a little guidance here. I would love nothing more to see my engine cross the 500 hp line in the sand mark. If it will cost more money than I can budget for at the moment, then I'll wait.
If you want 7000 rpm then you better add about 7k to your budget. A 400hp sbc 400 can be built with mostly stock parts. A 500hp NA 400 cannot. Now if you put a small turbo or supercharger on a 400hp 400ci engine then you can still use mostly stock parts and see 500hp. That may be the best approach for you to take, a mild 400hp now then add boost later when you can afford it.
7000 rpm is not cheap though, the rpm is a killer. You can make 500hp at 5000 rpm though if you build your engine right, and it will be cheaper and last longer but it will require boost, maybe 8-12 psi to be sure you hit the mark.
Rpm sounds nice but it can be very costly. There are other ways to make power.
cant believe I agree with AP twice in a row,lol.
after 400 ish HP the costs of ponies goes up.
The stock oiling system is good for 500 hp,some cranks and rods are good for 500 hp.Cams get more expensive and so do heads and valve train.,,,machine work becomes more precise and costly,,,and so on
I'm not interested in FI, Ill save that for the time when i get a 5.3. One of the cranks I have is a gm cast steel crank. If i get the crank cut, a decent damper, 6 in. rods, KB performance pistons, and a balance...what would be holding me back from making nearly 500 horse with the cam and heads I have. Might be slightly optimistic but not a pipe dream.
vinniekq2, I already have heads and a cam that i bought from a guy I knew he had them on a 383 but upgraded to some afr's and a bigger cam. Other than the fact that I need lifters and rockers, I feel my valvetrain is pretty stout.
how much power did the 383 make that the parts came from? your 400 should be slightly better at a slightly lower RPM if all else is equal.
Well it was pushing a 77 nova into the mid 11's, so I think 500hp would be a fair estimate. What size tires, gears, and stall speed i'm not sure of. I would assume he probably had a forged rotating assembly as well
Stock 400 crank reground is fine at 7000 rpm, done it many times and I never even worry a second about it. 5.7" or 6" capscrew rods , sportsman type, no need for H-beams(your choice on length), KB forged pistons, stock 400 balancer is fine IF?!!! (and only if) rubber is good and you don't think you will need the SFI spec for racing (faster than 10.99 ET).
You will need to get the block deck machined however. real important on the 400 block with it's narrow space between the big cylinders.
Should get close to your 500 hp goal no problem , I'd say 470hp minimum. 6400-6500 rpm shift point with your cam, maybe as high as 6700-6800.
Similar to the last engine I did with a friend this spring and had dyno'd - 377" destroker from an 509 casting block, Scat cast 350 crank, 5.7" rods, KB flat tops, 10.7-1 comp, same Trick Flow 195's heads, cam Herbert Solid Roller 247/252° dur @ .050", .590" lift, 106° lobe separation, Victor Jr, 750 Holley Double Pump, 1 3/4" long tube Vega swap headers___ made 571 hp on pump gas at Roush in Livonia, Mi. Goes 10.50's in a minitubbed all-steel Vega wagon 2900 lbs.
Only reason it was a 377 is because we bought someone else's partial project, we would have built it as a 406 had we bought the crank and rods and expected 20-30 more hp.
I thought the small (in my opinion) heads would hold it down to 500hp or so, was pleasantly surprised it made 571hp.
Agreed, the Chevy nodular crank is good. Best "cast" crank availble, IMO.
Replacing the rods is a good idea. 400 rods are just too short. For the 5.7" rod, Speed Pro offers a decent hyper-eutectic piston, not afflicted with the issues surrounding the KB H-E pistons. 6" rods are better yet, but piston prices go up. Icon (fka KB) are about the best for the money. Good forgings.
If you want 6,500-plus RPM, by all means, use a good balancer. The Pioneer SFI unit is a good buy. You should also consider an SFI-approved flexplate (if auto trans). Converting to "internal balance" isn't cheap, but not a bad idea for such a revver. It involves adding "heavy metal" and using 350 balancer and flexplate/flywheel.
377s were an "after-thought" using leftovers from building 383s. I first saw the bearing spacers around '75, MAYBE '74. Now that's a small block that can REV! GREAT drag engine, especially in a light car.
Thanks for the responses. I think I'm going to go with some 6.0 I Beam rods given they are the same price as 5.7's and it seems piston selection for 6 in. rods is better as well. Budget wise I think I better stick to some hyper. pistons. So I messed up with my cam specs. its is actually 247/249 .585/.585. How I messed that up Im not sure. How does that change your opinions on this build. I just figured the dynamic compression assuming i shoot for 11:1 compression with my correct cam specs and my elevation I get about 8.4:1. I really don't wont to put additive in my fuel, does this cam need that much compression, and compression is a cheap way to make a few more horse. I'm in a limbo here. What do you think?
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Dailey did not return a message seeking comment for this story.
Barker, 42, previously served on the village council about 15 years ago. He has lived in Hubbardston most of his life and has worked as a corrections officer for 23 years now.
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Also new on the village council are Julie Schafer, who received 83 votes, and Mary Keiffer, who received 53 votes, in their campaign for two open council positions. A third candidate, Brittany Taylor Barker (James Barker's daughter) received 46 votes and was not elected to the council.
Schafer and Keiffer will replace Mary Dalton and Stephanie Genereux, who did not run for re-election. All three new council members will be sworn into office at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
The Hubbardston Village Council is also comprised of Clerk Debbie Amos, Treasurer Carol Fink and council members Ellen Genereux and Earl Geselman.
Voters in Clinton and Ionia counties cast votes in the village election, as Hubbardston is partially located in both counties.


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Republican State Representatives in Massachusetts are calling for changes in how the state manages its welfare system after a group of fraudsters (called grifters in the article) was charged with scamming thousands from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by fraudulently using Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards in the town of Lynn, according to a report from the Boston Herald. The article noted that EBT funds were allegedly used to buy crack cocaine, as well as other items to include alcohol, lottery tickets, and luxury items. Rules vary on what you can and can't purchase, but this is extreme!
Agents from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), state troopers and officers with the Lynn Police Department raided four convenience stores that allegedly were allowing customers to withdraw hundreds in cash while keeping half of the money for themselves. (A 50% withdrawal fee – and they say bank fees are expensive.) Eight people were arrested and authorities seized a half-kilo of crack cocaine and 700 grams of heroin. One of the store's EBT sales reached $524,000 — far exceeding sales of a nearby major supermarket. (I guess when you carry the "right" inventory it's easy to increase sales revenue!)
While state legislators are now working to change the rules on what can be bought – the question remains is how long has the abuse been going on and how many millions of dollars have been scammed over the years?


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One week ago today, I got to hear that magic word that some dogs at the vet hospital talked about...ADOPTED!!!
Six weeks ago, I was Chloe. I was brought to the Santa Fe Pet Hospital in Merced...I had broken my leg, and my owner couldn't afford to fix it. All he could afford was the euthanasia fee. But somebody must have seen something in me! I was saved by "Techs for Pets", and my leg was all bandaged up, and I lived for five weeks at the pet hospital. I had my very own studio apartment there. And after five weeks, the huge cast came off, and I was ready to move out of my apartment and into a real home.
One week ago, I walked out of my apartment for the last time, and met two very nice people who sat on the floor in the lobby when they met me. The first thing I did was give my new daddy a great big hug and kiss. And my new mom has the picture to prove it. And guess what! They busted me outta there!
Six weeks ago, I began a new life at a vet hospital. I ate Science Diet. That's what they told the new people who took me home, and so my new mom & dad bought a HUGE bag of the stuff so I could "transition" to Fromm, which is the stuff that the other dogs at the new place get. I'll tell you right now...Fromm is GREAT, and Science Diet...I have decided that Science Diet is YUCKY. I came to the conclusion that there would be no transition. I picked through the kibble to eat all the Fromm from my bowl, and left the Science Diet for the other two dogs to eat. They seem to like it, but apparently, they don't understand how good they've got it! Science Diet...yuck! Just give me the stuff in the pretty purple bag!
Six days ago, I became "Sunny". I think I like it better than "Chloe". The new folks have a Joey and a Cleo, and "Chloe" was just going to confuse the heck out of mom. Trust me, if we had kept it Chloe, not one of us three would ever have been called by the correct name again. So Sunny is good. I liked it when they suggested it to me, and I showed them by looking up at them sharply when they said it. (I've found it doesn't take too much to educate people.)
Sunny stands for Sundance, as in the "Sundance Kid". Mom and Dad were trying to think of something Australian or Cowboy like, and I really just liked Sundance. I sort of look a little like a bandit with my half mask! And I've already tried to live up to my new name by stealing a bully stick away from Tillie and a squeaky toy away from Joey. Both times, I was successful!
So now I live in a house with other dogs, cats, and horses. I have my own bed, and a box full of toys, a pretty pink polka dot leash and collar. Okay, the pink is a little much...I'm a cowdog, and most certainly a tomboy...but they are brand new and they are mine! So I've accepted them.
Six weeks ago I had a broken leg and a death sentence. Today I have a new home, a brother, a sister, two kitties, two horses, and a BULLY STICK!
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Grand Unified Theory
Will we ever be able to make computers that think and feel? If not, why not? And what has all this got to do with tiles? Plus talks to Sir Roger Penrose about all this and more.
Nobel Prizewinning Physicist Professor Gerardus 't Hooft has always been fascinated by the mathematical mysteries of nature. He tells Plus about his early life, and what our Universe might really be like.
This issue of Plus is a special, marking the occasion of Stephen Hawking's 60th birthday. Plus attended his Birthday Conference in Cambridge, where we interviewed some of the world's most influential mathematicians and physicists.


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The Tea Party "bowel" movement starts and ends with the Koch's who started with Stalin's Russia.<quoted text>
The tea party movement's existence goes back to Lexington-Concorde.
The democrat party since 92 traces back to the October Revolution in Russia, 1917.
Get back to America, screwball.
"He who warned uh, the British that they werent gonna be takin away our arms, uh by ringing those bells, and um, makin sure as hes riding his horse through town to send those warning shots and bells that we were going to be sure and we were going to be free, and we were going to be armed. Sarah Palin.
Youre the state where the shot was heard around the world at Lexington and Concord.
The Revolutionary War began, not in New Hampshires capital, but in the famous two towns more than 50 miles away in Massachusetts.
For Bachmann, who leads the House Tea Party caucus and champions a return to the Constitution, to get such basic facts wrong about the countrys birth is revealing.
You have the current teabagger traitors confused with "real" American PATRIOTS.


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CHARLESTON, S.C. -- A priest sprinkled holy water over the Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley Sunday as a color guard of Confederate reenactors stood by during a memorial service for the ill-fated sub's nine-man crew.
The Rev. James Parker of Holy Spirit Catholic Church on James Island prayed for ''a sense of gratitude to the crew of the H.L. Hunley and for our forefathers who served our state and land.''
He prayed for their ''courage and the perseverance ... to be loyal to the truth of our history as we take our stand to live and die in Dixie,'' he prayed.
Scientists on Monday plan to enter the hull of the submarine -- the first submarine in history to sink an enemy warship -- more than five months after the Hunley was raised from the silty depths of the Atlantic off nearby Sullivans Island.
As cannons boomed and church bells rang in the city where the Civil War began, the Hunley was taken to a conservation lab at the old Charleston Navy Base last August.
About 250 people who volunteered as tour guides and to do other work in recent months attended Sunday's memorial service. Many wore Confederate uniforms as they sat on folding chairs in front of the conservation tank where the Hunley rests in cold water.
The Hunley rammed a black-powder charge at the end of a spar into the Union blockade ship Housatonic off nearby Sullivans Island on Feb. 17, 1864. The Housatonic sank but the Hunley and its crew sank as well.
''They were nine American heroes who gave their lives for a cause they believed in,'' said Randy Burbage, the president of the Confederate Heritage Trust, and a member of the state Hunley Commission.
During the service, a lone bugler played ''Dixie'' and many in the audience saluted or held their hats over their hearts.
State Sen. Glenn McConnell, R-Charleston and the chairman of the Hunley Commission, thanked the volunteers for donating their time to serve as tour guides for visitors to the conservation center in recent months.
''We could not have touched all the people we touched if not for you all,'' he said. ''Accept from us our eternal gratitude.''
Scientists plan to enter the submarine through a 3-foot hole in the rear starboard quarter, said Bob Neyland, manager of the Hunley Project. That will allow them a better idea of how the submarine, fashioned from locomotive boilers, is put together.
Neyland has said scientists are not sure just how long the excavation of the silt-filled submarine and the human remains inside will take.
The remains of the crew are expected to be buried later this year in the Hunley plot in Charleston's Magnolia Cemetery next to two earlier crews. The submarine sank twice before the ill-fated Housatonic attack -- once while moored at a dock and once on a training mission.
After the excavation, conserving the hull is expected to take several years. The Hunley will then go on display at the Charleston Museum.
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Audi S8 Recall 13V448000
The Sun Roof Glass Can Shatter
The sun roof glass can break unexpectedly, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.
Audi will notify owners beginning October 21, 2013. If you don't receive notification and you feel you should, please contact your dealer for further instruction. They may ask for your vehicle identification number (VIN), so please have it handy when you call. The Audi recall number is 60B6/1L.
Vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel are being recalled because the glass can break without warning. Dealers will replace the sunroof glass on affected vehicles to correct this concern.
September 23, 2013
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.
Should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers. It could also distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60B6/1L.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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Larenz Bryant
Senior linebacker who has appeared in 34 games over the past three seasons with one career start... has been a regular on special teams... listed as a co-starter at the WILL linebacker position, along with T.J. Holloman, entering the fall.
2015: Linebacker who played in 10 games, primarily on special teams... earned his first career start against Kentucky... notched his only tackle in the win over UCF... did not play against The Citadel or Clemson in the season's final two games... missed much of the spring after suffering a liver injury early in camp.
2014: Sophomore who saw action in 12 games at Spur in the Gamecocks' 4-2-5 defense and on special teams... credited with three tackles... recorded a quarterback hurry versus Missouri... recorded his first sack and his first forced fumble of his career at Kentucky... did not play against Tennessee.
2013: True freshman... played in all 12 regular season games, mostly on special teams, making seven tackles... did not see action in the bowl win vs. Wisconsin... collected three of his seven stops including his only tackle for loss in the win over Coastal Carolina... had two tackles vs. Mississippi State.
HIGH SCHOOL: Played both running back and linebacker for the Vance Cougars in Charlotte, N.C., graduating in 2013... coached by Keith Wilkes... named to the 2012 Associated Press all-state team... helped his squad to a 9-4 record as a senior... logged 1,694 yards rushing and 21 touchdowns on offense and notched 84 tackles with nine sacks on defense... played in the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas game and in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl following his senior season... rushed for 1,423 yards and 22 touchdowns as a junior while recording 154 tackles with 23 tackles for loss... returned three of his four interceptions for touchdowns... notched 56 tackles as a sophomore as his team reached the state finals... a four-star prospect, the fourth-best player in the state, the fourth-best inside linebacker in the country and the 112th-best prospect in the nation according to Rivals... a four-star prospect and the nation's seventh-best outside linebacker by Scout... a four-star prospect, the top player in North Carolina, the sixth-best outside linebacker in the country and the 50th-best player overall according to 247Sports... rated a four-star prospect and No. 237 on the ESPN300... a four-star prospect, the nation's 44th-best player overall and the fifth-best "Big Back" by MaxPreps... a five-star prospect, the fourth-best outside linebacker in the country and No. 45 overall by PrepStar... selected South Carolina over a host of schools with Clemson, Florida, Virginia and Wake Forest also making his final list of five.
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Bathtub faucet leak...
i have a delta tub/shower delta faucet in my bathtub....it has a clear glass ball handle....turn left for hot and right cold....maybe the other way around. i have developed leaks from the ball/handle and from the spigot, as well.
it is approximate twelve years old and i have no idea what model it is....i've looked and cannot find it anywhere...even tried the delta site...no help.
under the spigot is the ring that you pull down to get the water to come out of the shower part.
the leak is pretty bad sometimes, but if you turn the water off with a sharp sudden type motion, it isn't as bad.
any help or advice on what i can do? i've never dealt with this type of thing before.......i'm used to the normal regular old faucets.
is there any sites i can use to see what should and shouldn't be replaced/removed?
thank you for any advice you can furnish. do appreciate your time.
would it help if i attach a photo of the thing?
bill/new orleans
pictures help. although is an old style delta which the parts are very easy to come by.
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hopefully, this picture will come thru......kinda shakey at this computer stuff.
turn your water off and remove the cartridge and get a new one. It looks like a 1400 series.
thank you...i'll give that a try. appreciate your time and expertise.
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Autologous Stem Cell and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (HOT)
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|Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
|Biological: Autologous stem cells and hyperbaric oxygen therapy
|Phase 1 Phase 2
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Open Label
Primary Purpose: Prevention
|Official Title:
|Phase 2 Study of Autologous Stem Cell and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- The Reduction in HbA1c From Time of Randomization to 1 Year After Intervention. [ Time Frame: 1 year ]
- The Proportion of Subjects With a Reduction of >1% in HbA1c [ Time Frame: at 6 months ]
|Study Start Date:
|July 2009
|Study Completion Date:
|March 2013
|Primary Completion Date:
|March 2011 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Experimental: Autologous SC and HOT
Autologous stem cells and hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Biological: Autologous stem cells and hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Subjects will receive standard medical treatment (SMT) with insulin and metformin for 4 months. Then they will be randomized to either control or intervention groups. HOT and SC group: combination of HOT therapy and intrapancreatic autologous SC infusion in addition to SMT.
No Intervention: Control group
Patients in a control group will continue with standard medical treatment (SMT)
Detailed Description:
This is a phase I/II, prospective, randomized case controlled study in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) that seeks to investigate whether the combination of intrapancreatic Autologous Stem Cell infusion (ASC) and Hyperbaric Oxygen treatment (HBO) can improve glycemic control and pancreatic function in T2DM patients compared to controls receiving standard medical treatment (SMT) with metformin and insulin alone.
New therapies that lead to stopping ß-cell damage and possible ß-cell regeneration may decrease the incidence and progression of T2DM chronic complications and together with achievable life style changes may improve general health and quality of life of T2DM patients. Preliminary data from a pilot study involving 25 subjects with T2DM that underwent a combined treatment using ASC+HBO showed a significant progressive and consistent reduction in plasma glucose and HbA1c with an increase in C-peptide in conjunction with a decrease in the number and dose of oral agents and/or insulin. These encouraging preliminary results require confirmation in a controlled, randomized prospective trial.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|45 Years to 65 Years (Adult)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- Male and female patients age 45 to 65 years of age.
- Ability to provide written informed consent.
- Mentally stable and able to comply with the procedures of the study protocol.
- Clinical history compatible with type 2 diabetes as defined by the Expert Committee on the Diagnosis and classification of Diabetes Mellitus.
- Onset of T2DM disease at 40 years of age.
- T2DM duration: 2-15 years at the time of enrollment.
- Basal C-peptide: 0.3 ng/mL
- HbA1c of 7.5-12.5% before standard medical therapy. Patients must have been treated with SMT for minimum of 4 months prior to randomization. Insulin and metformin doses should be stable over the 3 months prior to randomization.
- HbA1c: 7.5-9.5% at time of randomization.
- Total insulin daily dose at baseline and at randomization <100 units/day.
Exclusion Criteria:
- BMI >40 kg/m2.
- Insulin requirements of >100 U/day, and HbA1c >9.5%
- C-reactive protein >10.00
- Uncontrolled blood pressure: SBP >140 mmHg or DBP >80 mmHg Evidence of renal dysfunction, serum creatinine > 1.5 mg/dl (males) and 1.4 mg/dl (females)
- Proteinuria >300 mg/day
- History or EKG evidence of myocardial infarction or any degree of heart failure
- Female participants: Positive pregnancy test, presently breast-feeding, or unwillingness to use effective contraceptive measures for the duration of the study. Male participants: intent to procreate 3 months before or after the intervention or unwillingness to use effective measures of contraception.
- Active infection including hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV, or TB. Positive tests are acceptable only if associated with a history of previous vaccination in the absence of any sign of active infection.
- Known active alcohol or substance abuse including cigarette/cigar smoking
- Baseline Hgb below the lower limits of normal at the local laboratory; lymphopenia (<1,000/L), neutropenia (<1,500/L), or thrombocytopenia (platelets <100,000/L).
- A history of Factor V deficiency or other coagulopathy defined by INR >1.5, PTT >40, PT >15.
- Acute or chronic pancreatitis.
- Symptomatic peptic ulcer disease.
- Hyperlipidemia despite medical therapy
- Receiving treatment for a medical condition requiring chronic use of systemic corticosteroids in the past six months.
- Symptomatic cholecystolithiasis.
- Use of any investigational agents within 4 weeks of enrollment.
- Admission to hospital for any reason in the 14 days prior to enrollment.
- History or presence of active proliferative diabetic retinopathy or macular edema.
- Any malignancy.
- Hepatic enzyme levels upper normal limits.
- Total bilirubin upper normal limits unless secondary to known benign condition.
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm.
- History of cerebro-vascular accident.
- Any patient with acute or subacute decompensation from diabetes.
- Any acute or chronic infectious condition that in the criteria of the investigator would be a risk for the patient.
- Hypoproteinemia, cachexia or terminal states; history of anorexia/bulimia; respiratory insufficiency; history of chronic sinusitis (sinusitis lasting more than 8 weeks in the past year) or recurrent acute sinusitis (sinusitis lasting more than 4 weeks more than four times in the past year.
- Any contraindication to hyperbaric oxygen treatment.
- Subjects treated with any medication that could interfere with the outcome of the study.
- Subjects positive for auto-antibodies
- History of Cushing syndrome (endogenous or iatrogenic).
- History of allergy to iodine or iodinated materials.
- Abnormal thyroid function
- Any medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, will interfere with the safe completion of the trial.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01786707
|United States, Florida
|Diabetes Research Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
|Miami, Florida, United States, 33136
|Principal Investigator:
|Rodolfo Alejandro, MD
|Diabetes Research Institute, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
|Responsible Party:
|Rodolfo Alejandro, Director, Clinical Islet Transplant Program, Diabetes Research Institute, University of Miami
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01786707 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|February 5, 2013
|Results First Received:
|December 20, 2013
|Last Updated:
|March 18, 2014
Keywords provided by Rodolfo Alejandro, University of Miami:
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HOT)
Autologous Bone Marrow-Derived Buffy Coat
Stem cells (SC)
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
Glucose Metabolism Disorders
Metabolic Diseases
Endocrine System Diseases
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on June 28, 2017


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When a store employee helps you, and you go on to make your purchase from the same retailer's website, should that employee receive a commission? The union representing clerks at the flagship Bloomingdale's store in New York City says that they should, even if it isn't clear on exactly how that would happen. [More]
Bloomingdale's Clerks Want Commissions On Showrooming, In-Store Pickup Sales
From Cash Registers To Escalators To Shopping Carts: 11 Important Firsts In Bricks-And-Mortar Retail History
These days you can shop from the comfort your couch in your soft pants, ordering up a flat of cat food, paper towels, and a smartphone with one click. So it's easy to forget that once upon a time shopping at retail stores wasn't a necessary evil, but an "experience" that many of us actually enjoyed. [More]
Macy's, Bloomingdale's Accused Of Inflating "Original" Prices To Make Discounts More Attractive
Over the past several months, consumers have sued a number of retailers accusing them of advertising "false" original prices on discounted or outlet merchandise. Joining a list that includes Kohl's and Kate Spade are Macy's and Bloomingdale's. [More]
Bloomingdale's Apologizes For Ad Suggesting You Should Secretly Get Your Friend Drunk
You know what's kind of funny and cute? In the movies when two best friends are standing near a punch bowl at a lame party and they're like, haha, let's put some whiskey in our punch glasses to liven this thing up. You know what some people find not so adorable? A retailer suggesting you get your friend drunk without them knowing it by spiking the egg nog, possibly so you can take advantage of said friend. Cue an apology from Bloomgindale's.
Macy's, Bloomingdales Expand Same-Day Delivery Service To Nine Markets
Nearly a year after Macy's and Bloomingdales began a pilot program offering same-day delivery of certain items for a $5 fee in eight markets around the country, the companies have expanded the service to nine other locations. Markets added to the program include Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Honolulu, Las Vegas, Miami/Fort Lauderdale, New York City/Western Long Island, Orange County, CA, and Philadelphia. However, availability for delivery – which is provided by Deliv – varies depending on what stores are located in the area. For example, Dallas and Las Vegas only offer delivery from Macy's stores, not Bloomingdales. [via Macy's]
Macy's, Bloomingdales To Offer Same-Day Delivery In 8 Markets
If you can't beat 'em, join 'em… Even better yet, join 'em and then do it faster. That seems to be the idea behind Macy's announcement today that it and its upscale cousin Bloomingdale's will be launching same-day delivery service in eight markets later this fall. [More]
Bloomingdale's Doesn't Want You Returning That Dirty Dress After The Party's Over
While it's a blessing for many shoppers that some retailers have very forgiving return policies, other customers have stretched companies like Bloomingdale's to the limit with the practice known as "wardrobing": Buying an item of clothing, wearing it once and then returning it with the tags still on. It'll be a lot harder to do that at Bloomie's soon, unless your idea of a party outfit is showcasing large, plastic tags on your garment. [More]
Bloomingdale's Diesel Toddler Rain Boots Want You To Die
Jennifer writes in with these amazing Diesel toddler's rain boots that, due to the angle of the photograph, appear to just say "DIE" in purple paint.
VIDEO: Stores Caught Restocking Used Underwear & Lingerie
We try not to be too paranoid about the cleanliness of things we purchase. We'll purchase used books, buy vintage clothing, drive pre-owned cars. But the "Ick Factor," as it's known in the world of science, jumps off the charts when it comes to used undies. But that's exactly what NBC claims to have discovered at several retail stores.
Mark Your Calendars: Massive Cosmetics Giveaway Set For Inauguration Day
Americans face a tough choice Tuesday morning: watch Barack Obama's historic inauguration, or storm department stores to take advantage of a first-come, first-serve cosmetics giveaway worth $175 million.
Get Your Expired Bloomingdale's Gift Card Balance Restored
Pam had a Bloomingdale's gift card that went unused for a couple of years, and when she tried to spend it last weekend, she was told it had expired. Pam found a way to get the balance restored fairly quickly, though. If you've got a card from before February 2008, try Pam's advice below.
Bloomingdale's Sends You To A "Collection Agency" Over $5.00
Reader Haven accidentally underpaid a Bloomingdale's credit card bill by $5, and so it was off to the collection agency…
Bloomingdales Employee Charged In Bogus Gift Card Scam
The Manhattan District Attorney's office is prosecuting a Bloomingdale's salesperson for running a month-long bogus gift card scam that netted $34,515 from the store, says the NY Sun.
It says Bloomingdale's sales receipts were the key element of Ms. Ng's alleged scheme.
6 Major Retailers Selling Real Fur As "Faux"
Six big retailers are selling jackets advertised as having "faux" fur, but the fur is actually from real animals. It's not only mean, it's a violation of the federal Fur Products Labeling Act. An investigation by the Humane Society of The United States * found jackets sold at Saks, Neiman Marcus, Lord & Taylor, Dillards, Yoox and Bloomingdales containing the faux "faux" fur. Much of the world's fur is processed in China, a place where they skin animals alive for their fur.
Hell In A Bloomingdale's Handbag Turns To Heaven, But It Takes Steering
Jack was trying to replace the second of two defective Kate Spade handbags from Bloomingdale's.
Reach Bloomingdale's Executive Customer Service
If you're unable to resolve your Bloomingdale's issue by going through regular customer service, try this executive customer service info.
Gift Cards Are The Most Popular Gift
The 2006 Deloitte report on gift cards is out, and it's official. Gift cards are the single most popular gift this holiday season. But are they a good buy? Sort of. It seems that due to consumer pressure, and FTC pressure, stores are improving their customer service/disclosure of fees when it comes to gift cards. But that doesn't meant there aren't still a lot of problems. The Montgomery County, Maryland, Office of Consumer Protection which assesses dozens of cards annually, has released their 2006 report. The report evaluates 40 different gift cards, looking for things like whether or not the card can be replaced if lost or stolen, whether the cards have an expiration date, and whether fees are assessed to the card's balance. Basically, you want to avoid the following cards:


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For Online Computer Support, Ask a Computer Technician
Hi there! I'm Joey, and I'm happy to assist you today!
Is the computer you want to recover Windows 8?
yes, brand new (8 weeks)
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can you boot the machine at all?
it turns on
can you boot from safe mode?
into safe mode i should say
ok, go ahead and boot to safe mode, I believe we can use the Windows 8 recovery utility from there
booting up
Ok, from safe mode, go ahead and open the new "start" screen that shows the tiles and shortcuts
and just begin typing:reset windows
you'll see the search box appear with your typing in it -- and just under that box, after you have typed "reset windows" -- click the "settings" icon
on the left of the screen, you should see an link that says "remove everything and reinstall windows"
restore is working
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thank you, XXXXX XXXXX to be in business now.
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Mitchell Martin, Inc. Cited For Exceptional Growth; Recognized By Staffing Industry Analysts
Mitchell Martin, Inc. has been recognized as one of the fastest growing IT staffing companies in America by Staffing Industry Analyst, the industry's leading publication.
To qualify for the ranking, staffing firms had to post at least $1 million in revenues in 2006 and to have compound annual revenue growth of at least 15 percent between 2006 and 2010. In the category of Information Technology staffing firms starting with over $50M in revenues, MMI was the 3rd fastest growing reported in the survey. The company has actually increased its rate of growth since. In 2010 the annual growth was well over 40%. The company is on track in 2011 to deliver 20 to 23% continuing growth.
Mitchell Martin, headquartered in midtown New York has a strong concentration in high level technologists that have deep experience in financial services and other related verticals. MMI also has a division that services the healthcare sector. The company is expanding its geographic reach servicing clients in 33 states.
Company President Gene Holtzman expressed satisfaction with the recognition. "We really see this as an affirmation that our core principal of keeping focused on partnering with the best talent in the market resonates with clients and then the revenues speak for themselves. We will continue this candidate centric approach and continue to grow our community of experts while we expand our geographic reach and gain the capacity to present even more project and career opportunities to the experts we work with."
About Mitchell Martin, Inc.: MMI is a privately held firm that has been in business for over 27 years. Its services include recruitment and placement of IT and healthcare professionals through staff augmentation, project based deliverables, permanent placement and Payrolling and compliance engagements. The company is a prime vendor to most banks and financial services firms while also now working with large and mid-tier companies in pharmaceutical, insurance, technology, media and the utility sectors.
MMI has been a very progressive company in applying technology to enable its recruitment and service delivery processes. While widely viewed by consultants as one of the most preferred firms to work with, the company continuously strives to identify the best project opportunities its clients' have to be quickly matched with the talent MMI manages. Please visit us at www.itmmi.com
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Mitchell Martin Inc. (MMI), is a staffing and solutions firm established in 1984, specializing in the recruitment of Contract and Permanent Information Technology and Healthcare professionals nationwide. The company provides staff augmentation, solutions, permanent placement and payroll services to a wide range of clients.
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The ousel built and sang by the falls near which it had wintered.
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An ousel fluttered across the stream and dabbled in a puddle among some stones.
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Others suggest ousel, a bird, Ossultun, a town noted for its birds.
The ousel haunts them, while still hang about their coasts the thin undercut drifts that never quite leave the high altitudes.
Though much larger, the ousel reminds one of the little wren.
also ousel, from Old English osle "blackbird," from West Germanic *amslon- (cf. Old High German amsala, German amsel), probably from PIE *ams- "black, blackbird" (cf. Latin merula "blackbird," Welsh mwyalch "blackbird, thrush," Breton moualch "ouzel").


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An alarm sounds as I wander away from my desk towards the water fountain and I instantly swing back towards my seat. As the buuuu-buuuu-buuuu rings it is perfectly in tune with my colleagues' repeated pleas of "make it stop, make it stop, make it stop". I have no sympathy. They put me up to this and I have been tolerating this incessant noise all weekend.
I have been testing the Proximo, a new device from technology accessories company Kensington which aims to prevent you from ever losing or forgetting your iPhone. I have it set to maximum sensitivity, so that in the event that, let's say, I stand up from my seat in a coffee shop, failing to realise that I have left my phone on the table, I can't get more than a couple of metres away before both my alarm and a little key fob attached to my clothes start making a racket. It works pretty well. I'm always leaving my phone on the sofa at home and then wondering where I have put it. No chance of that now. And I can imagine that the time some dodgy flower sellers came into the pub and swiped my smartphone off the table a couple of years ago they wouldn't have got very far had I had this bit of kit installed then.
Nevertheless, although I am now bound to a phone inseparably, it is frustratingly not my own. The Proximo has its limits of usefulness in the fact that it only works with the iPhone and I own an HTC One S, running Android. I had to borrow an iPhone5 from Vodafone for test purposes. Still, for Apple fanboys and girls I can see the benefit of having a device that will never let you lose your beautiful piece of hardware. The accompanying app also has a map function to show you exactly where your phone was last seen — although both iOS and Android users will be familiar with either Find My iPhone or Where's My Droid, which effectively already provide this function along with a method for remotely wiping a missing device without the need for purchasing any kind of key fob. It's the alarm system that really stands out with the Proximo.
Of course, what this device plays into perfectly is the fact that all Londoners are now inextricably connected to their mobile phones at all times and forgetting or losing the thing is probably one of the most frustrating of First World problems. In fact, a study this week by One Poll, the Halifax Insurance Digital Home Index, says around 70 per cent of Londoners would rather lose their wedding or engagement ring than their smartphone.
Last week a Nokia study told us that we're now checking our phones 150 times a day — or once every six and a half minutes while we are awake.
The Halifax Insurance Digital Home Index also revealed that eight out of 10 Londoners say we would struggle to go a day without our smartphones and laptops. Even more of us check our email before work and 49 per cent of us are so wedded to our technology devices that we will use them to communicate with friends and family when we're in the same house, rather than walk into the next-door room.
Dr Aric Sigman, a psychologist who commented on the study, said: "By the age of seven, the average child born in London today will have spent one full year of 24-hour days watching screen technology."
Yet despite all this most Londoners apparently haven't bothered to take out phone insurance — this being the obvious reason why Halifax wanted to point out the stats. It claims that as a result London is collectively leaving itself exposed to a £2bn insurance "black hole". Perhaps the Proximo has the answer — if you can put up with the noise.Reuse content


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Tending to her jam-packed schedule, Jessica Alba was spotted arriving at her office building in Santa Monica, CA on Tuesday (January 24).
The "Valentine's Day" actress looked business casual in skinny pants and a sweater with her hair pulled back in a high pony tail.
Quite the busy lady these days, Miss Alba recently launched a brand new eco-friendly baby line through a website called The Honest Company and became the most recent celebrity "mompreneur."
Other star mothers who've started kid-friendly businesses include Tori Spelling, Gwen Stefani and Madonna.
Of her new venture, Alba recently told Forbes, "I like fashion like the next person, but my biggest focus was about creating a healthy and safe environment for babies. This is my heart and soul."
Enjoy the pictures of Jessica Alba arriving at her office in Santa Monica, CA (January 24).
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The building that houses the Toronto School of Theology (TST) administrative offices is also home to a variety of organizations, many of which are faith-based, ecumenical organizations. These organizations, along with TST, intentionally decided to share a building in order to foster formal and informal connections between faith-based organizations in Toronto.
The Canadian Centre for Brief Coaching (CCBC)
CCBC promotes positive change and growth in organizations, groups and individuals through Solution-Focused Brief Coaching, a strength-based approach to coaching. Recognizing clients' internal resources and an orientation to the future as the key elements for sustainable change, the solution-focused approach co-constructs the client's desired outcome through intentional inquiry on client strengths and positive past experiences. CCBC's activities focus on the following: the Clinic, which offers coaching services specialized in the solution-focused method; the Institutes, which deliver education and training in solution-focused coaching as well as leadership and organizational development; and the Community, which functions as a hub for solution-focused practitioners and organizations, providing essential support and resources for lasting results.
HaeSun Moon, Program Director & Lead Faculty, Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto
Bo-Yon Koh, Associate Director
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The Canadian Churches' Forum for Global Ministries (CCFGM)
CCFGM is an ecumenical agency that works in partnership with others to foster intercultural leadership, learning and ministry. Formerly The Ecumenical Forum of Canada, it is one of the oldest ecumenical organizations in Canada, having emerged from the Canadian School of Missions founded in 1921 by several churches and theological colleges. For almost 100 years the Forum has played a unique role in preparing people for cross-cultural mission and ministry.
As it has since its inception, the Forum continues to foster a deep spirit of community and solidarity among groups and individuals of distinct traditions and beliefs involved in intercultural ministry in Canada and globally. It is a "table" around which Canadian Churches gather to learn from each other and work together. Through its programs the Forum provides skills and understanding for intercultural ministry rooted in racial justice, theology and context.
Jonathan Schmidt, Director
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The Canadian Council of Churches (CCC)
The CCC is the most inclusive ecumenical body in Canada and one of the broadest ecumenical councils in the world. Its membership currently consists of 22 denominations of the Anglican, Roman Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical and Eastern and Oriental Orthodox traditions. The officers and staff of the Council are drawn from the diversity of traditions represented by the member denominations.
The CCC was founded in 1944 to bring churches into encounter with one another, and as such, the CCC is a place where all voices hold equal weight. The members act together in areas of Faith and Witness, Justice and Peace, and Biotechnology, according to their particular theologies and polities, and centered in their common Trinitarian witness.
An example of recent work is the leadership of the CCC in a Religious Leaders' Summit held in parallel with the G8 meeting to comment on and challenge the G8 for the sake of God's people.
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Christian Volunteer Movement (CVM)
CVM is an ecumenical, Christian, international development and mission organization. Currently CVM is active in Africa with numerous projects in The Gambia, West Africa. CVM's mission is to link volunteer expertise in Canada with service opportunities overseas, both responsibly and sustainably. Among CVM's programs are a major health partnership with the Ministry of Health in The Gambia, the development of an ecumenical seminary with the Gambian Christian Council, and building inter-religious dialogue (Muslim-Christian) through music. CVM uses a combination of short-term and long-term personnel to meet both the physical and spiritual needs of people.
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Federation of Sisters of St. Joseph of Canada
The Federation represents the three Canadian congregations of Sisters of St. Joseph: Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto; Sisters of St. Joseph of Sault Ste Marie; Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada (with sites in Hamilton, London, Peterborough, Pembroke). The common purpose of the Federation is to focus and empower its members in the passionate living of their mission of active and inclusive love. As a Federation, the three Congregations are able to deepen the awareness of a shared identity and mission, offer mutual support to each other, work together on common ministries and areas of concern, and through its Office for Systemic Justice, integrate contemplation and justice by focusing on the connections between the change that is needed in the world and the change that is needed in ourselves.
Margaret Magee, Administrative Coordinator
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GenesisSquared Counselling
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Todd Kaufman, Clinical Director
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NLP Canada Training
NLP Canada Training offers workshops, courses and coaching for people who are curious about how their minds work and who are committed to making positive change for themselves and others. Using techniques from NLP (neurolinguistic programming) and current thinking in fields that explore motivation and communication, NLP Canada Training delivers innovative learning experiences that allow people to find their focus and function at their best. We're also terrific storytellers who engage the mind, heart and spirit in making the most of every situation.
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Toronto Mennonite Theological Centre (TMTC)
TMTC is a graduate teaching and research affiliate of TST. The Mennonite Centre offers graduate level theological courses from an Anabaptist perspective as part of TST's curriculum. It offers students a Mennonite-related point of reference, belonging within an ecumenical community. Students regularly share current research with peers in the Scholars' Forum. Each term the Mennonite Centre offers public lectures and personal opportunities for theological reflection. A prayer service precedes such events. Fellows engaged in post-doctoral or other research enrich the community. The Centre does not register students and relies on other member colleges for that role. Toronto Mennonite Theological Centre is presently administered by Conrad Grebel University College on behalf of Mennonite colleges and seminaries in Canada and the United States.
Jeremy Bergen, Interim Director
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TMTC website
Women's Inter-Church Council of Canada (WICC)
WICC is the only national women's ecumenical organization in Canada. A vibrant and diverse Christian women's council consisting of representatives from ten church partners. WICC coordinates programs and develops resources that foster ecumenism, support faith and spirituality, and encourage action for justice. As well as coordinating the annual World Day of Prayer and the Fellowship of the Least Coin in Canada, WICC works in coalition with other organizations on issues including racism and violence against women. Through Women Doing Theology gatherings, an annual liturgy for December 6, and resources such as Healing Waters and Making Waves, WICC helps to connect people of faith who are working for justice in church and society.
Catherine MacKeil, Executive Director
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The Country Women's Association of Victoria was founded in 1928. It is a non-sectarian, non-party-political, non-profit lobby group working predominantly in the interests of women and children in rural areas. It's first president (1928-1932) was Lady Mitchell. The Association was formed partly in response to the formation of similar groups in other states. A major objective since its foundation was to 'arrest the [population] drift from rural areas'-a problem which persists today. Its major activities have revolved around the provision of services to its members and the improvement of amenities in rural areas.
The formation of the Victorian Association was prompted by a meeting organised by Lady Somers (wife of the then state governor) in March 1928. It was quickly strengthened by proliferation of local branches and the decision of the seven Victorian Women's Institutes (the first of which had been formed in 1926) to join the new Association. By 1929 it boasted twenty branches with 1700 members.
Since its foundation the Association has been involved in an enormous range of activities. The early influence of the Women's Institutes ensured a strong emphasis on Homecrafts and Home Industries within the Victorian Association-a Committee was formed devoted to arranging classes and demonstrations in these areas. In 1932 the Committee established a scholarship to enable a country student to attend the Emily McPherson College of Domestic Economy. In 1935 over 900 members from 71 branches sent 3000 entries to the its Handicraft Exhibition. During the WWII the Committee coordinated much of the Association's war work and in the 1950s they organised craft classes for women prisoners.
One early initiative was the formation of 'Younger Sets' - for girls and young women. By 1932 there were 28 of these groups-increasing to 97 by 1949. They engaged in fund raising and community worked as well as holding crafts classes and lectures on numerous topics including home economics, travel and literature. Other early activities included the provision of 'rest rooms' in regional centres (to provide facilities for visiting farm women) and the purchase of a holiday home at Black Rock (which extended over the years into a large complex)-to provide members with affordable holiday accommodation. They also helped establish a bush 'Dental van' in the 1930s, ran a 'Home Help Scheme' from 1940-70 and established numerous welfare, relief and scholarship funds. During WWII the Association devoted much of its energy to assisting with the war effort. They made over 150,000 camouflage nets, as well as sheepskin vests for flight crews, numerous other woollen garments. They also established a 'Comforts Fund' for soldiers and sent clothing and bedding to women and children in London.
In 1929, the Country Women's Association of Victoria was one of the 23 rural women's organisation which attended a meeting in London, organised by the Marchioness of Aberdeen, to discuss the formation of an international rural women's association. The meeting led to the formation of the Associated Country Women of the World in 1932. From 1945 it became affiliated with the newly formed Country Women's Association of Australia.
As of 1978, the organisation's primary aim was 'By community service to improve conditions in the country more especially as they affect the welfare of women and children.'
Over the years the Association's branches have produced numerous cookery and handicraft books as well as local histories.
In 2004, the Association's website described its purpose and activities thus: 'The Country Women's Association of Victoria Inc. is an organisation based on friendship and self-development opportunities for women of all races, religions or political beliefs. It is an organisation where women from rural and urban areas can meet as one, as the Women of the Country. The CWA of Victoria is unique in that it does not have charitable status, is not totally a service club, nor a philanthropic organisation. It supports numerous charitable causes, particularly as they concern women, children and families. The CWA of Victoria is involved with Government departments in several programs including Wise Women Working and Diversity Victoria, which aim to bring together different cultures for a better understanding across racial borders. It also has input through the Victorian Women's Summit conferences which reflect women's opinions.
The Social Issues Committee's role is to research issues which effect women and children in our community, to lobby State and Commonwealth Governments to change things for the betterment of women and to keep members informed through "The Country Woman" magazine.' (Issues it has considered include: Problem Gambling, Farm safety, Workcare, Aged Care, Medical indemnity crisis, Shortage of obstetric specialists in rural areas, Funding for Breast Care Nurses, Suicide, Domestic violence, Privacy Laws, Child Employment). It makes submissions on behalf of Members to Government, and recently conducted a survey of issues to concern to Branches across the State.
'The CWA of Victoria is undertaking an adventurous program of establishing an Internet Branch to give women the opportunity to communicate with like-minded persons. Crafts are taught and encouraged at Branch, Group and State levels and choral and drama groups thrive at some Branches. A Statewide public speaking competition culminates with the final at the State Conference each year. A Scholarship Fund has been set up to assist with tertiary education for Member's children. Scholarships for non-members are also available. The Welfare and Emergency funds are used to help people in with household and personal items in time of disaster. A medical research program is the recipient of the Thanksgiving Fund each year. Many weary Royal Agricultural Show patrons enjoy the CWA hospitality in the cafeteria at the Royal Melbourne Show.'
They continue to hold regular craft schools.
View the full record at Australian Women's Register
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Culvert Installation: All You Need to Know
Learn the proper culvert design, size, materials and procedures for safe travel over streams and ditches. Culvert installation will run smoothly if you follow this advice.
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Hillsvale Hutterite Colony in Cut Knife, Saskatchewan, was founded in 1961 as a division from the Springvale Hutterite Colony. In 2012 the Hillsvale Hutterite Colony was a Dariusleut colony. The minister was Joe S. Wurz and the manager was Mike Wurz.
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Location: Cut Knife, Saskatchewan (coordinates: 52.838611, -109.201944 [52° 50' 19" N, 109° 12' 07" W])
Address: Box 518, Cut Knife, SK S0M 0M0
Telephone: 306-398-2915
Map:Hillsvale Hutterite Colony, Cut Knife, Saskatchewan
|Bert Friesen
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|April 2013
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