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Angkor Archaeological Park, located in northern Cambodia, is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia.
Stretching over some 400 square kilometres, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of several capitals of the Khmer Empire of the 9th to the 15th centuries, including the largest pre-industrial city in the world. The most famous are the Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations.
Angkor Archaeological Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1992. At the same time, it was also placed on the List of World Heritage in Danger due to looting, a declining water table, and unsustainable tourism. UNESCO has now set up a wide-ranging programme to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings.
Angkor itself has no accommodations and few facilities; the nearby town of Siem Reap, just 6 km. south, is the tourist hub for the area.
The temples of Angkor are highly symbolic structures. The foremost Hindu concept is the temple-mountain, where the temple is built as a representation of the mythical Mount Meru: this is why so many temples, including Angkor Wat itself, are surrounded by moats, built in a mountain-like pyramidal shape and topped by precisely five towers, representing the five peaks of Mount Meru. The linga (phallus), representing the god Shiva, was also critical and while the lingas themselves have largely gone, linga stands (carved, table-like blocks of stone) can be found in many if not most rooms in the temples. There was also a political element to it all: most kings wanted to build their own state temples to symbolize their kingdom and their rule.
While early Angkor temples were built as Hindu temples, Jayavarman VII converted to Mahayana Buddhism c. 1200 and embarked on a prodigious building spree, building the new capital city of Angkor Thom including Bayon, Ta Prohm, Preah Khan and many more as Buddhist structures. However, his successor Jayavarman VIII returned to Hinduism and embarked on an equally massive spree of destruction, systematically defacing Buddhist images and even crudely altering some to be Hindu again. Hinduism eventually lost out to Buddhism again, but the (few) Buddha images in the temples today are later Theraveda additions.
One element that continues to mystify archaeologists is the baray, or water reservoir, built in a grand scale around Angkor: for example, the West Baray is a mind-boggling 8 km by 2.3 km in size. While it has long been assumed that they were used for irrigation, some historians argue that their primary function was political or religious. Not a single outlet has been found, either by eye or by NASA imaging. The moat around Angkor and the West Baray still contains water, but the rest have dried up.
As you tour the temples, you will see certain mythical figures and other motifs cropping up repeatedly.
Angkor is hot and sticky throughout the year, but the peak season is November to February, when the weather is dry and temperatures are coolest (25-30°C). The flip side is that the temples are packed, especially around Christmas/New Year's, and hotel rates are at their highest. March to May is brutally hot, with temperatures reaching 40°C. June to October is the rainy season, and outlying temples and the roads leading to them can turn into quagmires of mud. However, this is also when the temples are at their quietest, and it's still often possible to do a good half-day round of sightseeing before the rains start in the afternoon.
Get in
Angkor is located about 20 minutes to the north, by car or motorbike, from central Siem Reap. See the Siem Reap article for details on getting there.
Get around
Tour buses feature guided, air-conditioned comfort but also are subject to large crowds and lack of options. Be sure you know which temples are being visited as some of the larger buses only go to the 2 or 3 main tourist attractions, and leave out important "secondary" sights. The cost is ~US$25-$70/day including driver and guide.
Cars with drivers can be hired for single or multiple days. While all drivers are familiar with the area and happy to suggest good routes, most speak little English and are not tour guides. For a licenced tour guide, the charge varies from US$45 per day to US$50 for a driver and English speaking guide. It is customary for the drivers to ask for US$5-US$10 extra for trips to further temples such as the those of the Big Circuit, Banteay Srey and more for remote sites like Beng Mealea.
Circa January 2011, the taxis booked from the airport booth to central Siem Reap ($7 fixed price) include fliers advertising cars & drivers for Angkor Wat at $30/day.
Motorbikes (with drivers) can be arranged through any guesthouse for about US$6-$8/day. Again, drivers might ask for more to visit remote ruins. Some drivers can speak a bit of English, and can give you information about Angkor and Cambodian life. Drivers are required to be licenced and must wear their gray numbered vest while traveling within the confines of the Angkor park. The rental of motorbikes without a driver to foreigners in Siem Reap is prohibited; however foreigners can ride motorbikes they've rented elsewhere (e.g., Phnom Penh).
Tuk tuks can be arranged through guesthouses, offering space for one or two travelers. Figure on US$12 for the main Angkor temples, and more for outlying temples. Like the motorbike drivers, they must be licenced, may speak some English, and must wear grey numbered vests while travelling within the park. Add US$3 extra fee if you would like to see sunrise at Angkor Wat. Extra fee is for the tuk tuk driver to start the tour at 05:00 instead of 08:00.
Bicycles are a very convenient option to visit Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom, the little circuit or even the big circuit - depending on time you have and how big fan of Khmer temples you are. Renting a bike in Siem Reap is easy and cheap (1$ per day, in most of places you don't even have to leave passport, locks for bikes are provided, check the bike before and ask for some amendments if needed, e.g. pumping air, oiling the chain). It is about 6 km from the city to Angkor Wat (if you go first time, make sure you go by the Visitors Centre which is the only place where you can buy passes). In the little circuit most places are at most 15 minutes away from each other by bike, so it is actually not a problem for a regular tourist (without much biking experience) to visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and spots on the little circuit in one day. If you are willing to get up early and start your trip 06:00 (it is not uncommon to see a bike rentals open from 04:30) it won't be a problem to visit all above plus the big circuit (where spots are 30 minutes away each other by bike) in one day. Take into account your shape and visiting preferences. If you bike a lot at home - you can easily get around much quicker. If you enjoy Khmer architecture more then regular Angkor visitor, it is recommended you reserve at least 3 days for the trip (and it doesn't matter if you go by tuk-tuk or by bike). It is a good idea to take a lot of water with you (rent a bike with a basket!), but not a big problem if you run out of it during your trip. Around every temple in Angkor park you can buy some food and drinks (it's just more expensive than in the cit, around US$2 per big bottle of water in the Park). Cycling in Angkor Park is safe (traffic is low), pleasant (nice views and a lot of trees providing shadows in sunny days) and, last but not least, it saves you a lot of hassle of dealing with tuk-tuk drivers. There are also guided bicycle tours available. One operator is KKO tours (minimum donation per person: $20), an NGO arranging a mostly off-road mountain bike trip through the park with a good mix of well-known and rarely-seen temples and ruins. In wet season this is a muddy adventure.
Horse carriages and even elephants are also available within the park, but only from specific points. For example, elephants travel the route between Bayon and the nearest gate of Angkor Thom.
Electric cars will take you to certain areas for a round-trip price of only $2. They can be found in front of Angkor Wat and the Terrace of the Elephants.
Helicopter flights are another way of seeing Angkor Archaeological Park. You can also visit outlying temples like Banteay Chhmar, Boeng Mealea, Koh Ker, Rolous Group, Phnom Bok & Tonle Sap floating village. Helistar Cambodia [1] have prices starting from US$90 per person for the basic Bangkeng Mountain, Angkor Wat. Sras Srang, Pre Rup, Eastern Mebon & Ta Som 14 minutes tour. Flights depart daily from the Military Apron, Siem Reap International Airport. Bookings essential and can be made through hotels or travel/tour agents or direct on +855 (12) 449 555.
Hot air balloon flights March 2013: This is a tethered balloon; it only goes up and down. This is due to flight restrictions over Angkor Wat, so it is unlikely you can find a "proper", free-flying balloon ride. It costs $15 per person, takes about 4 minutes to load the carriage, and you are in the air about 6-10 minutes, going up to about 200 meters. The carriage can hold 8-9 people. It is on the road from the airport to Angkor Wat; while we have seen the balloon go up around sunset, it was closed at that time on another day. Sunrises (around 6:10) seem a more consistent time to go. There is another road besides the one going thru the ticket gate, so you do NOT have to pay an Angkor entrance fee (it is outside of the park itself). Their number is +8512520810, limited English is spoken, but enough to tell you if the weather is allowing them to go.
Sabai Adventures Cambodia [2] operates motor bike tours to the countryside, through remote villages and to ancient temples. Explore Beng Mealea, Phnom Bok, Chau Srei Vibol, Banteay Srei, Banteay Samre, Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm and Bayon. Tours depart daily from Siem Reap.
Passes are required to enter the Angkor area. They are on sale at the front gate for 1-day ($20), 3-day ($40), or 7-day ($60) intervals (children under 12 enter for free after showing a passport). The 3-day pass is valid for any 3 days within a week, while the 7-day pass is valid for any 7 days within a month. If you plan on using your 3 or 7 day pass on non consecutive days, make sure to get the newer version, otherwise you may be given an old one that must be used immediately. Cambodians can enter for free — you shouldn't need to buy a pass for your guide or your driver. If you buy a pass in the evening, you can enter the park after 17:00 to view the sunset without it counting as use of a day on your pass. The passes are non-transferable. You do not need to bring photographs for the passes.You will have a photograph taken and printed on your pass to make sure they are non-transferable. Regular checks for the pass are performed at almost all sites within the park, so carry your pass with you at all times, and be certain to buy the passes only from the official Apsara Authority counters, not from other vendors, and definitely not second-hand.
Guides can be hired for about US$20 a day and are available for most major languages. Hiring a guide for at least the first day can help you get orientated to the temples and are particularly useful for finding and explaining the bas-reliefs, which can otherwise be rather overwhelming and/or difficult to understand.
"Ancient Angkor", the guidebook that is hawked at every temple, is surprisingly good. Particularly if you are interested in the carvings on the walls and towers, the book will keep you occupied for hours. If you don't want to pay money to hear a local tell you about the temples in broken English this is a good option. Authored by Michael Freeman and Claude Jacques, the cover price is US$27.95 at book shops, and is sold by some at much lower prices.
Be sure and get to the temples early. You can enter the park beginning at 05:00; the temples open at sunrise. There are fewer visitors early in the morning, and the sun isn't at full force. Arriving at the temples at 08:00 instead of 09:00 can make all the difference in staying one step ahead of the crowds.
The temples can broadly be categorized into four groups:
You can, of course, mix and match freely, but as distances are fairly long, it makes sense to plan ahead and pick sites connected by road. Most car, tuk-tuk or moto drivers will have an itinerary ready if you don't have one in mind, and their expertise may come in handy for arriving at sites a step ahead of the big tour groups.
Angkor Wat
Located six kilometre north of Siem Reap, Angkor Wat is one of the largest of Khmer monuments. Built around the first half of 12th century by King Suryavarman II, the temple's balance, composition and beauty make it one of the finest monuments in the world.
Though 'Wat' is the Khmer (Cambodian) word for temple, the westward orientation of the structure is atypical of temples. Scholars believe that the architecture and sculptures are that of a temple where Lord Vishnu was worshipped but it was also built as a mausoleum for the king after his death.
How to explore
Do your homework first. To enjoy the ruins, read articles on the sites, not just the history but also the spatial relationships and the hierarchy of importance of the ruins. The JASA Office (Japan Apsara Safeguarding Authority) - a Japanese government agency has an information office, the Bayon Information Center in Siem Reap along Sivatha Blvd. (at the back of Hotel Le Meridien Angkor) provides a bird's eye view of the story of Angkor Wat via DVD screenings and display storyboards in English for US$2 and for another US$5, a handy, concise and very enlightening graphic booklet (in color and perfect professional-level English) is available.
The size of the monuments makes it look overwhelming when one encounters it for the first time. The following is one of the suggested plan to explore Angkor Wat. Enter through the west entrance. When you reach the entry tower, walk to the right to get a glimpse of all the five towering gopuras.
Passing the tower and the libraries on both sides of the walkway, climb down the steps towards the left side and get to the water basin. You can catch a glimpse of the temple and its reflection in the water. Go past the basin and reach the left end of the temple.
You would by now have reached the starting point of the famous bas reliefs depicting scenes from various mythological stories and historic events. Walking from left to right you will come across scenes from battle of Ramayana, battle of Mahabharata, army of Suryavarman II, scenes from judgement by Yama (the supreme judge), churning of ocean by demons and gods to get Amrita — the nectar of immortality, Vishnu's victory over demons, victory of Krishna over Bana and other scenes of battle between gods and demons.
Climb the steps to reach the second tier. One can reach the third tier and the central courtyard within by climbing the steps oriented towards any of the four cardinal points. However, it is suggested that the steps on the south (right) be taken, as these have now been fitted with a handrail — particularly useful when descending.
When to visit
The sight of the grand monument towering over the landscape is breath-taking at any time of day. However, to maximise the effect it is suggested that the first trip to Angkor Wat be made in optimal lighting conditions, usually around 13:00~14:00. Sunrise at Angkor Wat is a also great sight to witness. Hence most of the tourists tend to see the sunrise at Angkor Wat, then explore other ruins in the morning and then return to Angkor Wat later in the afternoon. The sun rises behind Angkor Wat and the best colors are seen just before the sun climbs into view. As the position of the sun as it rises varies according to the time of year, do position yourself accordingly. For example, in November-December time when you are facing Angkor Wat, the sun rises on your right hand side. Hence grab a place to the extreme left of the entry tower to see the sunrise. Sunset at Angkor Wat is best viewed either on the top tier or outside the main temple structure. If you visit the temple at sunrise or sundown, you are advised to bring a torch since there is no lighting, and since the temple has many steps, puddles and other obstacles you can't see at night that could make you trip.
Angkor Thom
Built in the latter part of the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII, Bayon is one of the most widely recognised temples in Siem Reap because of the giant stone faces that adorn the towers of Bayon. There are 54 towers of four faces each, totaling 216 faces. There is still a debate as to who is being depicted in the faces. It could be Avalokiteshvara, Mahayana Buddhism's compassionate Bodhisattva, or perhaps a combination of King Jayavarman VII and Buddha.
How to explore
Bayon's plan can be divided into three levels — the first two are bas-reliefs and the uppermost consists of the central sanctuary. The outer gallery depicts scenes from everyday life and historical events, while the second inner gallery depicts mythical figures and stories. In total, there are more than 1km of bas-reliefs to be viewed in the Bayon.
Enter Bayon from the east. The outer gallery comes into view first. The second gallery is on the next higher level. The third level is where you will encounter many of the famous faces (and tourists). The fact that these stones are exposed to direct light makes it easy to shoot pictures throughout the day, though mid-day sun eliminates shadows. You will find fewer tourists too during this time of day. Elephants are also available to take you from the gate into Bayon for $10 per person (seats are limited and often already pre-booked by the tour groups)
When to visit
The surrounding and the tall towers makes Bayon a bit dark and flat for study and photography near sunrise and sunset. Hence, it is best to visit Bayon when there is plenty of light. 10:00 in the morning to around 16:00 in the evening is the most popular.
Located to the northwest of the Bayon, the Baphuon is supposed to represent Mount Meru (sacred to Hinduism), and was one of the largest and grandest structures in Angkor. Built into the western face of the Baphuon is a giant reclining Buddha, added in the 16th century after the region converted from Hinduism to Buddhism.
Archaeologists had dismantled the Baphuon to perform renovation when they were interrupted by the civil war; the records for piecing the temple back together were subsequently lost or destroyed. Today the reconstruction work is done, so visitors can now walk up to the top tier.
Other Angkor Thom sights
The Bayon and Baphuon temples form only part of what was formerly the giant city of Angkor Thom, once thought to hold a population of one million.
In addition to the Bayon and Baphuon temples, the ancient city of Angkor Thom holds a number of other sites of interest:
Little Circuit
In clockwise order, exiting Angkor Thom by the Victory Gate:
Big Circuit
In clockwise order, exiting Angkor Thom by the North Gate:
Roluos group
The ruins here are from the ancient capital of Hariharalaya, dating from the late 9th century and thus predating Angkor itself.
Outlying temples
This section mainly applies to those who visit the temples on their own, without a tour guide.
Souvenirs are also sold in front of all temples. Bargain, but not too hard: many souvenir sellers live within the park and, being banned from farming on their own land, have to resort to this to make a living. Please do not encourage children who pester tourists in the temples themselves to give money or buy postcards.
There are several decent souvenir shops around the old market. One of the shops called 'Black Garuda' has some original key holders and mobile straps and they donate some of your purchase to land mine victims.
Despite a ban on development and commercial activity, dozens of small noodle and snack shops have sprung up near the major attractions of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Some shopkeepers may be willing to bargain - during summer low season, you can bring the price of a good lunch down to as low as US$1 for a dish and US$0.50 for a drink. Their flocks of five year old emissaries aren't likely to hold price-cutting authority. However, avoid hard or aggressive bargaining, either because the odd dollar is nothing to you but can be significant to a local, and also it is unwise to offend or upset anybody before they prepare your meal. You'll also find some local people selling fresh pineapples and mangoes (beautifully cut) for about US$1 a piece. Also try the seasonal toddy palm fruit – a hollow sack as soft as jelly at 4 pieces for $US1 sold at the roadside to Bantay Samre and at temple refreshment stalls.
Soft drinks are sold at stalls in front of most temples. As you might expect, prices are inflated: US$1 for a can of soft drink or a cold 1.5 litre plastic bottle of water is more or less standard, although this can easily be bargained down to half or less.
The area has seen a large increase of hotels and guest houses in 2003, with many new 3 to 4 star places opening up on the road between the airport and Siem Reap. See Siem Reap for hotels and hostels. Camping is not allowed.
Stay safe
By local regulation, motorcycle and tuk-tuk drivers must at all times wear a numbered vest when on the job, which goes a long way towards preventing hassles and scams. This, unfortunately, is not enforced, and you will see a fair number of drivers without vests. However, a disturbing number of rapes continue to happen, especially after dark and in the more secluded temples, so it's unadvised for women to travel alone.
Whilst visiting the temples, beware of off-duty police officers, who are in uniform, that start walking beside you and start showing you around the temples. At this point either say that you would like to see the temples yourself, or agree on a price at the start. Several people have been requested for a fee of over $10 at the end of the temple tour and you are not going to argue with a member of the police force. The official wage for a police officer is very low, so they can easily double their salary by being tourist guides.
Whilst at the temple beware of anyone offering you incense. They will hand you the incense and then "teach" you a blessing. They will then ask for a donation (generally about $10) for the monks and the upkeep of the temple. None of the funds will make it to either of these causes, so it's best just to say a quick "No thank you" when they try to give you the incense in the first place.
Tourists mulling over whether to rent a tour bike – have no fear. Parking is never a problem and not in the warden's wildest dream that a bike parked besides an attraction will get lost or stolen, locked or not. In small temples it surely is easy to park and leave. But what about big sites such as Angkor Wat? Just do it! Bikes are parked across the west entrance and vendors will even compete for your attention to babysit your bike. During biking trip be aware of children standing by the roads in Angkor Park and raising their hands to give you high fives. Stay on a safe side and just wave your hand, as sometimes they try to take out a ring off your fingers when you give them a high five.
Be prepared for vast numbers of peddlers who linger around temples. It may feel difficult or rude to ignore the constant come-ons to buy souvenirs, photocopied guidebooks, t-shirts and assorted junk, but it can be necessary in order to enjoy your visit in semi-peace.
Stay healthy
Touring the temples is a hot and sweaty job, so bring sunblock and keep yourself well hydrated. Some of the temples, notably the uppermost level of Angkor Wat, require climbs up very steep staircases and are best avoided if you suffer from vertigo or are not fully confident of being able to keep your footing.
Malaria is not endemic around the temple complex; however, it is recommended to seek medical advice before you travel as conditions may change.
Don't feed or approach the monkeys who lurk around some sites: many are ill-tempered and will bite at the slightest provocation.
Some of Angkor's sites were originally built as Hindu temples, while some were built as Buddhist temples, and yet others were converted over the years. Today, most of Angkor's major temples house at least a few Buddha statues (nearly all added later) and draw a steady stream of monks and worshippers. You may be approached for donations, but you are under no obligation to pay unless you actually choose to accept incense sticks or other offerings.
Because these are still holy spaces for Cambodians, it is best to follow the dress code of "long trousers or skirt, and covered shoulders". A skirt or shorts which cover the knees are also acceptable. This is the dress code that the Cambodians follow when visiting any temple or holy space. This dress code is strictly enforced in only two places: the top level of Angkor Wat, and the Phnom Bakheng temple-mountain; the required dress code there is "covered knees and shoulders, no hats". Most Khmers are non-confrontational so this rule is not really enforced with the exceptions mentioned above but wearing inappropriate clothing sends a message of disrespect. A good rule of thumb is "Would I wear this to my own house of worship?" If not, it may be poor etiquette to wear it to someone else's holy site. As an added benefit, long trouses and covered shoulders provide better protection from the sun, insects and brambles when walking around and between the sites.


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The Solar Ibex is a parabolic solar cooker designed by Nir Beit-av, as his graduation project in industrial design studies. It offers adjustable cooking times, and potential operating temperatures up to 300°C, with the ability to cook, boil and bake. It is foldable and lightweight for portability. The design also incorporates a tracking system, as parabolic cookers require frequent changes in orientation to the sun. Mirco motors are located at the base of the reflector, which rotate the reflector and operate via a small PV panel. All you have to do is to adjust time and heat intensity, the cooker will do the rest.
For climbing expeditions at base camp, alpine refugios and remote settlements, using a Solar Ibex may require longer cooking times, but saves overall pack weight. The designer is looking for potential investors to help move the design into production.
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Genova Technologies uses the set-aside program to build IT prowess
The demand for information at your fingertips is driving the future for Genova Technologies.
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The company scored the No. 23 spot on the 2012 Top 25 8(a) list, with $25.7 million in prime contracts.
"For the foreseeable future, the world is going to have an insatiable need for information, energy and food," said Dawn Ainger, Genova president and CEO. And since Genova Technologies, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, lives within the informational and agricultural market, Ainger believes she and her company are in a good place.
Its lines of business are program and project management, requirements analysis, business process modeling and reengineering, application development, network design, information technology planning and professional staff augmentation.
The company is also in a good place because it does things that society craves. "We are getting more and more accustomed to getting information right when we need it, right where we want it," Ainger said.
Ainger sees such demand as being ever-increasing. As technology grows more and more advanced, and as new technologies make their debut, the demand for fast information transfer will rise.
Information used to be "built for whoever needed it at that time," Ainger said.
Now that information technology has advanced so much, "there will be more integration of that data and different people needing that information sliced and diced in different ways," Ainger said. Genova can do that.
She brought up the example of health care. If a patient is being treated by a physician, it is important that the doctor knows what medication the patient is using. Digitized health records can put that information at the fingertips of the health care provider.
Ainger said that the demand for this kind of technology is not going to decrease.
As for the 8(a) program, Ainger echoes what companies who have successfully used their 8(a) status have said: The program should be used and appreciated as a tool. "At the end of the day, the service and expertise that we have keeps getting us the work, but the 8(a) status got us in the door in the first place," Ainger said.
"Over the life of Genova, it's probably accounted for less than 5 percent of our total sales," she added. What helped Genova in the long run is that their customers "saw that we solve problems in a unique way, and they gave us some work, and then we got to continue," Ainger said.
Ainger also stressed how important it is for a business to differentiate itself. "You still need to supply your customer with goods or a service that they will not want to get from anywhere else," Ainger said.
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In response to Israel's genocidal policy, activists around the world through organisations like Viva Palestina and the Free Gaza Movement have organised several land convoys and flotillas, breaking the siege of Gaza to provide solidarity much needed humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.
The latest flotilla, the largest so far, left for Gaza in late May 2010. In the early hours of the morning of Monday 31st May Israeli commandos attacked the unarmed flotilla, which was at the time in international waters some 40 miles from Gaza. After firing on the flotilla from Apache attack helicopters and naval gun boats, Israeli commandos boarded the flotilla. 9 aid workers were murdered and a further 6 are still missing 10 days after the attack.
In response to the brutal massacre, an emergency demonstration was called outside Downing Street at 2pm. People didn't wait till 2pm and crowds started forming from morning. The police had no hope of penning the protesters to the other side of the street and Parliament Street was effectively closed of to traffic due to the sheer number of protesters. The turnout was so good that it was decided after the rally at Downing street we would march on the Israeli Embassy in Kensington, a distance of 3.5 miles. the rally speakers included former UK Ambassador Craig Murry who referred to Zionism as bullsh*t, and Dr Ang Swee Chai who was an eyewitness to the Sabra-Shatilla massacres. Videos of the speeches are included below.
A national demo was arranged for the first Saturday following the flotilla massacre. A rally outside Downing Street at 1:30pm featuring speakers, followed by a march to the Israeli Embassy for a second rally with more speakers. Over 20,000 people attended the demonstration. Many of the survivors of the massacre had made it back to the UK in time to address the rally. These included Ismail Patel, Ewa Jasiewicz, Alex Harrison, Baboo Zanghar, Sarah Colborne and Kevin Ovenden. See videos below.
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Interview with Jared Hess
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With "Napoleon Dynamite" finally behind him, writer/director Jared Hess will try to duplicate the cult success with the release of the new Jack Black comedy, "Nacho Libre." Jared found time in his incredibly busy schedule to sit down and talk with Bullz-Eye.com, and after speaking with him for only a couple of minutes it was clear that this guy is Napoleon Dynamite (though he only admitted to being 85%). Jared also discussed more about the world of Luche Libres, his earlier experiences working on independent features, and what the future has in store for him.
Bullz-Eye: Hey Jared, how are you?
Jared Hess: Hi, good.
BE: Well, I know you've been busy, but I do appreciate you taking the time out to talk with me. I just saw "Nacho Libre" last night, and I have to say that I have mixed feelings. The potential was certainly there, but the story didn't move quite as quickly as it could have. Then again, I absolutely hated "Napoleon Dynamite" the first time I saw it, and now it's one of my favorite films.
JH: (laughs)
BE: I think that your movies sometimes require multiple viewings, because there are so many layers there. Do you feel that this will be the same for "Nacho Libre"?
JH: Man, I dunno. That's a good question. We'll have to wait and find out, I guess. I've directed both movies, and it definitely has my comic sensibility in both of them, and I think that they're both very different worlds, but we'll just have to wait and see.
BE: Fair enough. You've also mentioned before that you're a fan of the Santo films. Did this have any influence on your decision to make a film about Luche Libres?
JH: Definitely. I've been such a big fan of the world of (in the perfect Spanish accent) Luche Libres for such a long time. It's a wonderful opportunity to make a film about that world. I was very excited and passionate about it.
BE: To clear a few things up about the film, Jack Black's character (Nacho) actually isn't Mexican, is he?
JH: No, he's a guerro. (Note: Guerro is a Mexican term that means "white man.")
Jared and I get into a brief discussion about the term, and then Jared puts me on hold to tend to his two newly born children with wife (and- co-writer) Jerusha Hess. When he returned to the phone, we had been disconnected. Fortunately, we were back up and talking in under a minute.
BE: Glad to hear your voice. Now, you wrote "Dynamite" with your wife, but this time around, the pair of you actually co-wrote with Mike White ("The School of Rock," "Chuck & Buck"). How did you guys come about teaming up with him?
JH: I've been a fan of Mike for a very long time, and was able to meet him and Jack (Black) after "Dynamite" came out. We decided that we all wanted to collaborate together, and Mike and Jack had recently formed a production company, and when the idea for this project came about, it was something that happened very naturally and quickly.
BE: And did Jack have any impact on the final product, like improvising your carefully written lines?
JH: Jack really likes to be prepared. He's very talented at what he does, and is a very smart comedian. So, yeah, he often does, but he also likes to be prepared.
BE: Jack doesn't deserve all the limelight though. Efren Ramirez could be considered one of the scene-stealing stars of "Dynamite," and in "Nacho," you have another relative unknown in Hector Jimenez.
JH: Right.
BE: What possesses you to create such oddball characters, and why do you think they're so appealing?
JH: I'm just very interested in characters and personalities that you're not really used to seeing on screen. Hector was someone who came to one of the first auditions in Mexico City (and Mike White was in town) and he was actually auditioning for a different role. After he was done, I said "this guy can play this character and this character," but ultimately we decided that the dynamic between him and Jack was too much fun, and it was too hard to pass up.
BE: I completely agree. Hector was by far the best part of the film, and it's always nice to see a pure comedic duo. In fact, "Dynamite" and "Nacho" are what I like to refer to as pure comedies. And by that I mean that it carries a PG rating. Do you feel that, as a Mormon, you bring a different style of filmmaking to Hollywood?
JH: Yeah. Just the accumulation of experiences for me growing up and how I was raised. You know, I moved around a whole lot, and coming from a big Mormon family of six boys. All those things have an effect on the type of filmmaker that I am. I don't really think about a rating when I'm involved in something, it's just whatever better serves the characters and the story. That's what I try and stay focused on.
BE: It seems that the Mormon film community has its own little genre – my personal favorite being "God's Army" – but you actually worked as a camera assistant on "The R.M.," possibly one of the most popular Mormon comedies. How was that experience being a novice entering the industry?
JH: I worked as a camera assistant, and started interning for a cinematographer when I was fourteen. And when I was in college, working as a crew member totally helped to pay the bills at the time. I think that I learned a lot from a production standpoint while working on different independent films, and just learning the logistics and what was required to make the movie. Any kind of experience definitely helps those who want to be a director or work in this town.
BE: Well, that experience has certainly paid off. You've actually established yourself as a quirky director in the same vein as Wes Anderson. Is this a trend that you plan on continuing to follow, or is this just your comedic prowess hard at work?
JH: I just want the freedom to do what inspires me, and to make films that I would want to see myself. Whatever that it is, it just comes down to how I see things, and how I want to do things.
BE: Well, again, I know that you're very busy with the film scheduled to open on Friday, so I'd like to wrap this up with a few quick questions.
JH: Yeah, of course.
BE: I'm 20% Napoleon Dynamite. How much are you?
JH: (laughs) You know, after my mom saw the film, she was like "well, that was a lot of embarrassing family material." (laughs) But for me, gosh, I feel like I'm probably like (laughs) 85% Napoleon.
BE: What were some of your favorite films growing up?
JH: I really was a big fan of 80's underground movies. For me and my brothers, I think the most watched movie was the BMX movie "Rad," but "Raising Arizona" is probably my favorite comedy.
BE: Trust me, that explains a lot. If you had the chance, would you be interested in remaking the film?
JH: I dunno, man. I'm just not into that. I don't really like films being remade, to be perfectly honest. I think the ones that have been done, have been done by people who have a great passion for whatever films they are remaking, or want to give it a new spin, but I just think it's more exciting to tell original stories.
BE: Thank you! There is hope in humanity!
JH: (laughs)
BE: Ok, final question. "Nacho Libre" comes out this Friday, but what does the future hold for Jared Hess?
JH: A very long needed family vacation, and then in the Fall, I'll begin working on an original comedy.
BE: And who will that be for?
JH: Gee, I don't know yet. There were a few things I was working on before "Nacho," but I have to fnish writing them. I haven't decided which one I'm going to do yet.
BE: Great. Well, congratulations again on the new film and the newest addition to your family, and I hope "Nacho Libre" opens well.
JH: Great, thanks man. Have a good day. It was nice talking to you.
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STERLING – For some, the price tag seems high: $67 million.
That's what Gary W. Anderson Architects of Rockford, hired by the city to develop a feasibility plan for the riverfront, estimate it will cost.
The 10-year plan for the National and Lawrence Bros. buildings includes hotel space, loft apartments, a banquet center, condominiums and an interactive museum. Architects also envision a microbrewery restaurant, an indoor/outdoor farmers market and open civic space.
"I think it's important for people to understand, this is a dream plan," Sterling Mayor Skip Lee said. "The whole purpose of this was to get an analysis from the architects. OK, what can we do with this?"
The consultants told City Council members recently to think of development in terms of individual parcels of available land, rather than just as a single development.
The city is working to acquire the National Building from Stanley Black & Decker, so it can prepare for such developers, City Manager Scott Shumard said.
"We're currently negotiating with them to deed the facility over to us, contingent upon an environmental cleanup of the property," he said.
The city took the Lawrence Brothers building through an abandonment process, Shumard said. Before the site can be developed, a number of environmental issues must be addressed.
"The only way to overcome that is through the application for brownfields grants through the U.S. EPA," he said.
The city applied for grants in 2011 and was turned down. It reapplied last year and hopes to be successful this time, Shumard said.
The status of the two sites is crucial: Developers and investors want to see a "no further remediation" letter before coming to an area, Shumard said.
"That means the EPA won't come back on the new owners for any transgressions from the past, environmentally speaking," he said.
Sterling is trying to do something to make its riverfront competitive in the 21st century. That means it must provide unique entertainment and dining opportunities. Lee said.
"People are looking for destinations," he said. "People go to the festivals. Go over to Le Claire, Iowa when they do the tug of war across the Mississippi River; go to Dutch Days ... they're looking for a place to go. They're saying on Saturday, where can I go that I can do something neat?
"Anything that we add down there needs to be something that will draw others to us."
Shumard agrees.
"I've said it a number of times, there are thousands of cities like us across the Midwest. There's the ones that are going to adapt and compete, and that's going to take some investment on their own part.
Or there's the ones that are going to do nothing, and they're going to fall by the wayside."


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Urbana, IL, May 16, 2011 – A new tool is available to select for soybean rust resistance in breeding populations, said Glen Hartman, University of Illinois professor of crop sciences and USDA-ARS scientist. Hartman and his team of researchers successfully used quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Q-PCR) assays to assess fungal DNA in soybean leaf tissue to quantify the level of resistance in individual plants with resistance to soybean rust.
"This is not a new technique," Hartman said. "But it is a new tool for use in soybean rust resistance breeding, which has typically used phenotyping or visual assessment to measure resistance. We discovered that we can perform more precise and quicker assessments using this molecular technique."
Visual assessment is subject to interpretation and is not an exact science, Hartman said. However, Q-PCR allows for exact enumeration of fungal DNA in the tissue. This is particularly helpful when plants show similar visual symptoms, but colonization levels vary based on fungal DNA levels.
"The eye can easily tell us if it's a plus or minus for qualitative resistance, but Q-PCR tells us the quantitative resistance or the gray that lies between the plus and minus," Hartman added.
Often qualitative resistance doesn't last as long as quantitative resistance because it involves a single gene. Pathogens can overcome a single gene more easily, putting soybean breeders right back to where they started with a susceptible reaction, he said.
"In quantitative resistance where multiple genes are working together to form resistance, breeders have to distinguish the gray area between susceptible and resistant," Hartman said. "It takes a lot to do that visually with your eye. You can look at samples under a microscope and take multiple measurements But, it's hard and time consuming, particularly when you are working with breeding populations and hundreds of samples."
Hartman said this technique will be useful for plant breeders trying to breed soybeans for resistance to soybean rust.
"We believe Q-PCR will save time and be more precise," he said. "The precision part is very important. The more precise you can be, knowing exactly what the line is reacting to, will lead to more precise mapping of the quantitative resistance genes."
The mapping of this particular quantitative resistance is very important to breeders selecting for rust resistance, Hartman said.
"It's a numbers game," he said. "In developing soybean cultivars, a large number of lines need to be evaluated so many inferior lines have to be discarded. In terms of breeding for soybean rust resistance, this technique can help determine which lines are more resistant to rust when it comes to the gray areas or quantitative resistance."
This research, "Comparisons of Visual Rust Assessments and DNA Levels of Phakopsora pachyrhizi in Soybean Genotypes Varying in Rust Resistance," was published in the April 2011 issue of Plant Disease. Other researchers include Chandra Paul and Curt Hill of the U of I Department of Crop Sciences. This research was supported by the United Soybean Board and the Soybean Diseases Biotechnology Center at the U of I.


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kikitetus needed a new banner ad design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 31 designs submitted by 10 freelance designers.
The company is called TouCoul. We are a startup and our first product is CoulVue - a vehicle headrest mounting system for the iPad.
(website may have a few bugs - we're working on it)
Personality is clean, functional, intuitive design.
Primary: Apple enthusiasts who have an iPad. This ad will appear on sites like MacWorld, Engadget, and Gizmodo - as well as major sites like NYtimes.
Secondary: Young dads with iPads.
Here are the sizes we need:
468x60 , 728x90 , 300x250 , 336x280 , 160x600 , 120x600 , 200x200
**You may do one or two concepts (preferably at least two) and then apply it to the rest of the sizes once we award you the project.
No flash - this an Apple accessory! You may do animated giffs though - in fact they are preferred if they are done well.
Product specs:
You can find info on the product by going to our site (http://toucoul.com) and clicking on CoulVue. Feel free to use any copy you want or write your own.
Ideas to get started:
What sets this product apart from it's competitors is its ability to extend, tilt, twist, and go in to share mode. It would be cool to demonstrate this in the ad if possible. If not, the primary message is a general one: CoulVue mounts your iPad securely to the back of your headrest, creating an immersive backseat entertainment experience.
Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks!


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By Matthew Heimer
Baby boomer entertainers took home some hardware at the Golden Globes last night – but not nearly as much as the bookmakers had expected.
"Lincoln," with its sparkling cast of midlife acting luminaries under the direction of the ultimate boomer taste-maker, Steven Spielberg, had been a favorite to run the table. But 55-year-old Daniel Day-Lewis, who won Best Actor (Drama) honors for his portrayal of Honest Abe, was the only Lincolnite to go home with a major award. Spielberg lost to Gen X-er Ben Affleck ("Argo") for Best Director, while the Hollywood Foreign Press Association also snubbed Best Supporting Actor and Actress nominees Tommy Lee Jones and Sally Field (both of whom, like Spielberg, were born in 1946). At least Jones lost to a fellow boomer, 56-year-old Christoph Waltz ("Django Unchained").
Notwithstanding a surprise endorsement of "Lincoln" from the ultimate boomer politico, former President Bill Clinton, "Argo" beat the presidential biopic for Best Picture, Drama.
Youth was also served in the television category, where boomer Julia Louis-Dreyfus ("Veep"), an odds-maker favorite, lost to 26-year-old Lena Dunham ("Girls") for Best Actress, Television Comedy or Musical.
A caveat: How exactly the Golden Globes and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association came to attract so much attention and hype is a phenomenon that nobody on Earth, including your Encore correspondent, entirely understands.


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A Total Eclipse of the Sun
Sometimes the Sun disappears in the middle of the day, even when there are no clouds in the sky! During a total eclipse of the Sun, the dark, round Moon moves between Earth and the Sun.
For a few minutes, the Sun is hidden and Earth turns dark. Only the Sun's bright corona can be seen.
Remember to never look directly at the Sun, even if you have cool sunglasses like mine!
- corona:
- A lighted ring around the Sun or the Moon.
- eclipse:
- The blocking of light of one thing by another.
- In Lesson 2, you learned how the Earth moves around the Sun. Why does an eclipse happen?
[anno: An eclipse happens when the Moon moves between the Sun and the Earth.]
- Draw a picture that shows where the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth are during an eclipse. Label the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth in your drawing.
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The Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial management of the City. In practical terms, this means that the Department serves two client constituencies. On one hand, the Department supports the internal, administrative functions of the City's operating departments; on the other hand, the Department meets the direct service needs of the Glendora citizen and the Glendora business community.
The Finance Department provides internal support services to all other City departments in the form of financial planning, accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, accounts payable, cashiering, information technology, and risk management.
External client services are provided directly to Glendora residents and business owners through administration of water billing services for over 13,000 residential and commercial accounts and through administration of business licensing for over 6,000 Glendora businesses.
The Finance Director is the City's appointed City Treasurer and is responsible for the investment of over $65 million of City and Glendora Community Redevelopment Agency idle funds. Toward this end, the Department works closely with the City's appointed Investment Advisory Committee.
Financial Policies
The Glendora City Council adopted a comprehensive list of financial policies in June 2008. The policies, 15 in all, address a wide range of fiscal management issues, including budgetary control, reserve ratios, infrastructure and employee compensation.
Department Performance Measurements
The Finance Department has established 13 measurements of its ability to perform.
Distribute Timely Information to Decision Makers (6 Measurements)
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Information regarding the Department's ability to meet its performance measurements can be found within the Adopted Annual Budget.
About Treasury Management
The purpose of the Treasury Management function is to ensure the safety of City funds. To accomplish this the following principles offer guidance:
- Ensure sufficient liquidity of City reserve funds and project funds
- Ensure maximum earning of idle funds within the confines of the Glendora's Investment Policy
- Employ the most efficient methods of daily cash handling
- Ensure Treasury Management accountability and employee credibility
- Meet and consult with members of the Investment Advisory Committee for investment strategy
The Finance Department works closely with the Glendora Investment Advisory Committee in matters of Treasury management. The Committee was formed in 1998, in the aftermath of the Orange County investment scandal, to guarantee the open and transparent conduct of investment management in Glendora. The Committee is made up of five individuals appointed by Glendora City Council, and each serves a three-year term.
About Glendora's Investment Advisory Committee (IAC)
The Committee Members review any significant projected cash inflows/outflows for the City that may impact the demand upon the current or future liquidity of the investment portfolio. They also discuss with the Treasurer, such areas as new investments, current or anticipated changes in federal, state, or local law which may have an effect on the management of the investment portfolio, along with strategies being considered or implemented to enhance yield, lengthen or shorten duration, or increase liquidity. The members also provide the Treasurer with appropriate insights regarding such factors as interest rates, inflation, matters relative to the local/state/national economies, and other technical factors that may affect the City's portfolio.
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Investment Policy
In accordance with California Government Code, Sections 53600- 53609, the City of Glendora maintains a Statement of Investment Policy. This Investment Policy is reviewed on an annual basis by the Investment Advisory Committee members, and then approved by City Council at the beginning of each calendar year. The Investment Policy contains critical elements and guidelines on investing public funds, such as authorized and suitable investments, liquidity, authorized financial institutions and dealers, safekeeping and custody, diversification, internal controls and performance standards, and ethical and fiduciary responsibilities.
In July 2005, the City of Glendora's Investment Policy was recognized by the Association of Public Treasurers of the United States and Canada (APT US&C). The Policy was certified for its ability to meet a variety of criteria. The City of Glendora is one of approximately 300 state and local governments to have their policies certified by APY US&C across the United States.
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All events being held in City-owned facilities by groups or individuals who are not part of the City organization must purchase general liability insurance for the event. The event holder can either purchase insurance through an outside insurance agency, or through the City's Tenant User Liability Insurance Program (TULIP). To obtain insurance through the City's TULIP, event holders must complete the Event Holder Questionnaire form and pay the necessary insurance premium to the Finance Department. Premium costs are based on a number of factors, including: type of event, duration of event, number in attendance, and whether alcohol will be served or sold at the event. To obtain a quote on the premium for your event, please contact the Finance Department at (626)852-4819. Once you have obtained your quote, please send your completed Event Holder Questionnaire and payment to the Finance Department.


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Online deals company Groupon Inc. posted a larger fourth-quarter net loss on Wednesday, and its weaker than-expected revenue outlook sent its shares down 24 percent after-hours.
The guidance fueled investor worry that people are tiring of the myriad of online restaurant, spa and Botox deals that Groupon built its business on, and that the company's efforts to broaden into an e-commerce powerhouse haven't been paying off.
The Chicago-based company booked a net loss of $81.1 million, or 12 cents per share, in the October-December period. That compares with a loss of $65.4 million, also 12 cents per share, in the same period a year earlier when it had fewer shares outstanding.
Analysts were expecting a loss of 2 cents a share, according to FactSet.
Revenue rose 30 percent to $638.3 million from $492.2 million. Wall Street had expected revenue of $639.8 million.
Gross billings, a closely watched figure that shows the total amount that customers spent on Groupon's deals, increased 24 percent in the quarter to $1.52 billion from $1.23 billion a year earlier.
"Record billings growth this quarter is a clear signal that customers love Groupons," said CEO Andrew Mason in a statement. "We will continue to invest in growth through 2013 as we see new opportunities to give our customers what they want."
For the current quarter, Groupon is expecting revenue of $560 million and $610 million, which translates to a range of flat to 9 percent higher than in the first quarter of 2012. Analysts are expecting higher revenue of $646.8 million.
Groupon's stock fell $1.46 to $4.52 in after-hours trading. Earlier, the stock had closed up 43 cents at $5.98 prior to the release of the earnings report.


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Saturday, September 25 v. Colorado Rapids
2010 Rocky Mountain Cup Series Opener Set for 8:00 p.m. MT Kickoff at Rio Tinto Stadium;
Continuance of RSL's Record Home Run Starts with Carnival Real Fun at 6:00 p.m.;
Unified Fire Authority Firefighters to be Honored as Saturday's RSL/American Express "Heroes Among Us" Recipients
SANDY, Utah (Friday, September 24, 2010) – One of the annual highlights of Real Salt Lake's home schedule – the renewal of the Rocky Mountain Cup series against the Colorado Rapids – returns to Rio Tinto Stadium this Saturday, Sept. 25, when the two squads will pick up one of Major League Soccer's fiercest rivalries with an 8:00 p.m. MT kickoff. Tickets for the Saturday evening rivalry showdown in Sandy remain available and can be purchased online at www.RealSaltLake.com and www.RioTintoStadium.com, over the phone at 801-727-2700, and in person at the Rio Tinto Stadium Box Office until 6:00 p.m. on Friday and on game-day beginning at 10:00 a.m. MT.
As it has the last two seasons, Real Salt Lake (13-4-8, 47 pts.; 2nd in West) will once again look to clinch a berth into the MLS Cup Playoffs against the Rapids (10-7-7, 37 pts.; 4th in West), and can do just that with a win or a tie coupled with losses by Kansas City and Seattle. A win would also potentially draw the Claret-and-Cobalt even with the L.A. Galaxy in the race for the MLS Supporters Shield, as RSL sits just three points behind the Galaxy in the chase for the League's overall standings lead heading into the weekend, with L.A. facing a stiff challenge against the New York Red Bulls on Friday night.
Carnival Real Opens at 6:00 p.m. on Stadium's East Lawn; Jean's Golden Girls to Entertain Crowd at Halftime
Before Real Salt Lake looks to extend its MLS record home undefeated streak to 24 games, bring the family out early for extra good times and giveaways at the Carnival Real pre-game festival, which will open up on the East Lawn of Rio Tinto Stadium two hours before kickoff at 6:00 p.m. MT. Saturday's Carnival Real celebration will feature live music from local band Outersite as well as booths and displays hosted by several of RSL's partners:
Budweiser ("Designated Driver of the Game" sign-up), Burger King ("Whopper Hopper" inflatable and Prize Wheel), Check City ("Street Soccer" challenge), KB5, KFC, Mountain America Credit Union, Pixels Foto & Frame, Play N Trade, State Farm (foam finger giveaway), Vitality Nutrition, and Wasatch Property (Real Nation sign-up).
When gates at Rio Tinto Stadium open to the masses at 7:00 p.m., fans will also have the chance to visit the Comcast, Salt Lake Regional Medical Center and Utah Department of Public Safety ("Responsibility Has Its Rewards" sign-up) booths, located on the Stadium's North Concourse. In addition, fans can drop by the RSL 2011 Season Ticket Headquarters booth and take in the ESPN700/Freedom 570 America First Credit Union Pre-match Report show, both located on the Northeast Concourse. And if you want some face time on national TV, drop by the Southwest Concourse, where host Todd Grisham will be anchoring the "MLS on FSC" Pre-game Show beginning at 6:30 p.m.
You will want to make the run to the concession stands at the halftime break a quick one, as the intermission entertainment will be anchored by the popular Jean's Golden Girls dancers! The Utah-based dance troupe, featuring more than 100 women between the ages of 50- and 93-years-old, will be making their Rio Tinto Stadium debut after bringing crowds from coast-to-coast to their feet across the last dozen years.
Get Your Nachos Half-off through Halftime via RSLexpress!
When it comes to concession stand favorites, it just doesn't get much better than the old tray of nachos (with or without jalapenos … completely your call!). And for this Saturday's game against Colorado, the RSL faithful at Rio Tinto Stadium can satisfy their game-time munchies at half the price thanks to a 50% off special on Nachos through halftime… when ordered though RSLexpress, powered by Mangia, that is!
RSLexpress allows fans to get food, drinks, and merchandise delivered directly to their seat using their mobile phone. It's easy to use RSLexpress and creating an account is totally FREE – just visit http://www.rslexpress.com to start enjoying in-seat delivery from a mobile device. For instructions on ordering from an iPhone, the mobile web, or via text message, visit Mangia's "How To" page, or call 877-762-6442.
Unified Fire Authority Firefighters Honored as Saturday's RSL/American Express "Heroes Among Us"
Real Salt Lake and American Express are proud to recognize firefighters from the Unified Fire Authority as Saturday's recipients of the American Express "Heroes Among Us" award.
The "Machine Gun Fire" that was set ablaze in the Oquirrh Mountains last Sunday took a turn for the worse as it headed for the town of Herriman, Utah, causing an immediate evacuation of nearly 5,000 residents. While thousands acres of land have burned since last weekend, surprisingly few homes – and, most importantly, no lives – were lost due to the swift response of the Unified Fire Authority. When the fire began, authorities predicted about 100 homes would be engulfed by the rapid-moving blaze, but with the hard work and quick reaction of the UFA firefighters, damages have been minimal, something Utah Governor Gary Herbert called "a miracle" earlier this week.
Enough cannot be said about the dedication, bravery, and perseverance of all firefighters serving our communities; but today, for all their hard work during the "Machine Gun Fire" and for making a difference in the lives of the people whose homes were in danger, Real Salt Lake and American Express proudly congratulate the hundreds of members of the Unified Fire Authority for being true "Heroes Among Us."
Saturday's Group & Guest Recognitions
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- Starting XI "Dream Team" – Mountain America Credit Union, West United & Park City
- Ball Kids – West United & Park City
- RSL/American Express "Heroes Among Us" – Unified Fire Authority firefighters
- U.S. Bank Little Leo of the Game – Kaleb Pilcher
- RSL "Goal Gong" Ringer – Guest of Comcast
- Salt Lake Regional Medical Center Trainer of Tomorrow – Charles Martin
- Pre-game "Parade of Kings" participants – AYSO 354–Sandy, Firebirds FC, Illusion U-13 Girls, Infiniti SC, International U-11 Boys, Layton Strikers, Orem Youth Soccer, Rampage and West United
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Google is on a roll today; this morning, they updated Gmail for iPhone and iPad and now YouTube has been updated with optimization for the iPad and iPhone 5, AirPlay support, and more. All three of these have been huge user requests, so this is great news.
The iPad version of YouTube has a similar feel to the iPhone version and is very polished and smooth. On the left, there is a sidebar that gives quick access to your profile settings, subscriptions, and YouTube categories. For each video, you can see a list of other suggested videos, get the video info, and leave and view comments.
In addition to optimization for the iPhone 5 and iPad, YouTube now support AirPlay so that you can seamless stream videos to your Apple TV or other AirPlay supported devices. Some other new features include the ability to open your Guide of channels by tapping the YouTube logo and add and remove videos from your playlists. Links included in video descriptions are now also clickable and accessibility with VoiceOver has been improved.
I am very pleased with this update and happy with the Google team to release two great updates, today. My favorite feature of the YouTube is iPad support, as I've been waiting for this for a very long time. If I'm going to sit back and actually browse through YouTube and search for videos, it's going to be with my iPad, not my iPhone.
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Just starting to run Kara as a Holy Pally. I noticed your Armory snapshot today has you in tanking gear so I thought i would ask how u find the challenge of holding aggro and pulling mobs with so few points in Prot please?
I am keen to gather an off tank set but wondered what runs u have comfortably tanked as Holy spec with your tanking gear? Heroics, non-Heroics, etc.
I don't really tank much. I mainly tank adds that need to AoE'd down. That's pretty much murlocs on Tidewalker these days. I pull mainly with healing threat on a Life-tapping warlock. For out-of-combat pulls, I have Holy Shock.
As long as you have Improved Righteous Fury, holding aggro is not usually an issue. A full Prot paladin would find it easier, but Holy has cheaper Consecrations, Holy Shock, and extra spell damage.
The big difference comes in mitigation. A Prot paladin would take much less damage than I do. In fact, I *cannot* tank 73+ mobs or raid bosses as I would take crushing blows for 150% damage. You need Holy Shield to be able to tank raid bosses.
As for 5-mans, I can tank regular 5-mans fairly easily (my gear is pretty good). I can probably tank heroics as well, but I haven't really tried.
One thing that I have been trying lately is gearing for Avoidance. For example, I'm trying +8 Dodge, +8 Defense, +4 Defense/+6 Stamina gems, instead of the more standard +12 Stamina everywhere style of Effective Health tanking. EH tanking is really good for slow, hard-hitting bosses, as Avoidance tanking relies on randomness, and it only takes a small streak of full hits to kill you on a slow-hitting boss.
However, for AoE tanking, you tend to deal with lots of small attacks, and the Law of Large Numbers starts to kick in. This means that the odds of taking a killing streak are very low. Plus, paladins are pushed towards Avoidance because we have to gear that way to reach uncrushable status. I'm just keeping on going in that direction.
So far it seems to be working out. I think I do take less damage overall than in my previous setup. I'm not sure if it would be viable when tanking bosses, but as I am Holy, the point is moot.


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COLUMBIA, Mo. — It's a bug-eat-bug world out there. So far, predatory insects are winning the bean field wars against invading soybean aphids that flew into fields on a University of Missouri research farm.
Hosts of beneficial bugs — including five species of ladybugs — are devouring thousands of soybean aphids on research plots, said Wayne Bailey, MU Extension entomologist. "The hot weather slowed the aphids, but the beneficial insects are controlling the population."
For Tom Clark, MU research entomologist, the beneficial bugs create a dilemma in his study of economic thresholds for applications of insecticides to control the soybean aphids.
"We had an explosion of soybean aphids, with over 6,000 aphids per plant," Clark said. "Now it's difficult to find them. The beneficial insects are working."
Soybean aphids that suck sap from growing soybean plants had almost disappeared after 10 days of attack by the beneficial bugs in the MU plots. Large populations of the aphids can reduce yields or kill the plants.
There is a lesson to be learned. "Don't spray insecticides too early. Give the biocontrols a chance to work," Bailey said.
If growers spray insecticides too early in the season, the beneficial insects are killed, allowing aphids to invade unopposed.
Two species of ladybugs — the 12-spot and the Asian — and the insidious flower bug eat the aphids and provide most of the control. Others are helping, including the common pink ladybug and damsel bugs.
For the past four years, soybean aphids have been a problem for growers in northern states, where insecticides were often needed to control the aphid colonies on soybeans. Missouri soybean fields, for the most part, have avoided damage from the pest. Some controls were needed in counties along the Iowa line last year.
The pests, originally known as Chinese aphids, were accidentally introduced into the United States on buckthorns, ornamental plants imported from China.
"We may have a unique environmental advantage," Clark said. "We have a large population of beneficial bugs that like to eat aphids. They just seem to come out of the woods."
As part of the annual Crop Injury Diagnostic Clinic, Clark brought a wagonload of certified crop advisors to the field to show the aphids. The group, many of whom had never seen the pest, had a hard time finding even one in plots that had thousands of the pests earlier in the month.
In mid-July, soybean leaves had hundreds of aphids on the underside of each leaf. On clinic day, they had only one aphid, or none. To an untrained eye, the tiny translucent green aphids were difficult to see.
One of the crop advisors, who had found no aphids while scouting the plot, said, "I was looking for something a lot bigger." The individual aphids are best seen with a 10X magnifying glass.
The soybean aphids have a distinct set of black "tailpipes," Bailey said. He added that if you see a colony of aphids on soybeans, they are Asian soybean aphids.
Clark said it is easier to spot the ladybugs feeding on the aphids and ants that eat the honeydew that aphids create.
When aphids build colonies large enough to cause economic damage, they are easier to see. The leaves seem alive with the aphids.
Currently, MU Extension specialists recommend spraying insecticides when the population reaches 250 aphids per plant between flowering and pod-filling stages. Those control thresholds are adapted from research in Canada, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Clark was hoping to start research to determine the appropriate threshold numbers for Missouri.
At the crop clinic, as Clark turned over a soybean leaf, the only aphid on the plant was being eaten by an Asian ladybug.


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Diving the Cape Peninsula and False Bay/Cow and Calf
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The dive site Cow and Calf is a shoreline rocky reef in the Gordon's Bay area on the east side of False Bay, near Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa.
Description of location
This site is NOT in a Marine Protected Area. A permit is not required.
Named "Cow and Calf" for the twin reefs just offshore which approach and sometimes break the surface, and which are reminiscent of a whale cow and calf.
Maximum depth about 13m on the sand.
Cow and Calf: The gap between reef and shore is about 5 to 8m deep, with low ridges and boulders. The inner ridge of the reef breaks surface at low tide, The outer face of this ridge drops to about 7 to 9m, and the gap to the next reef is about that deep. The outer reef is very sheer on seaward side, rising from 10m to very near the surface. The bottom slopes down gradually to sand at 12m, with a narrow band of pebbles and small boulders. At the base of the ridge it may be possible to see across the pebbles to the sand if the visibility is good, and the pebble zone tapers away to the south west. These are rugged reefs of sandstone with quartzite veins. The bottom insore of the ridges is rock and medium to small boulders with pebbles, sand and shell in crevices. The inner reef is about 33m from the shore and is about 35m long. The outer reef is about 45m off the shore and about 50m long.
Stone Dog and The Slot: There is a deep narrow gully ("The Slot") 100m south west along the shoreline from the entry ledge, which connects by a short, shallow, narrow tunnel at the surface to a second gully ("Stone Dog gully") which opens to the bay about 150m from entry point. There is a large rock above this gully which from the water looks a bit like a sitting dog. The Slot is deep and narrow, with almost vertical sides, getting shallow suddenly at tunnel, then a similar gully other side at roughly 90° to the Slot. The tunnel is mostly in the intertidal zone, and is angled sharply down on the seaward side. Quite a strong surge usually runs through the tunnel and may rise to the ceiling. This could be very dangerous in a big sea. Position of tunnel approximately S34°10.370', E018°50.202'. Stone Dog gully has several relatively big boulders in it and the surge can be quite strong. About 30m further west along the coastline is Red Bait gully, a deep narrow gully a couple of metres wide and about 7m deep, with walls covered by red-bait pods. Another 40m west is a pair of gullies of similar depth but somewhat wider, at the extreme east of the "Pinnacle" dive site area.
Geology: Ordovician sandstone of the Table Mountain group, probably ''Peninsula'' formation. Strike is parallel to the shoreline and dip is steep, about 60° to the southwest
The site is exposed to the north west wind. It is slightly protected from south west swell but is shallow and there will be surge, which will reduce visibility as there is a fine light silt in this area. It is very well protected from south easterly winds, and these will generally flatten the sea in this area, so it is usually best during or after south easterly winds. The site is usually at it's best in summer but there are also occasional opportunities at other times of the year.
This is an area which sometimes has plankton blooms (red tides) which will cause poor visibility.
Paved roadside parking area with garbage bin. Security is probably no worse than any other roadside parking area.
Get in[edit]
Access is easiest by boat, but is also possible from the shore.
Boat dive: From Gordon's Bay (2.4km) or Harbour Island (3.0km). The site is the reef which is visble at most times as an area of turbulence or white water.
Parking is on the seaward side of the road below the five houses. The climb is moderately steep but not difficult. The path is not clear and should be checked out before kitting up. There are two entry points:
1. Down steep rocks to a ledge directly inshore of the reef, 75m at 019° magnetic from car park. There is a good exit point to the west of a little gully at the east side of the ledge, almost a staircase. At the west side of the ledge is a small shallow ridge parallel to the shore which is a convenient step at low tide. The choice of exit points depends on tide and swell. Don't rush it, and time the wave sets to choose an opportunity for exit when the waves are smallest.
2. Entry/exit at the north-east facing gully. See also the access section for Vogelsteen for this alternative entry and exit point.
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Marine life[edit]
There are a lot of gorgonian sea fans (Eunicella spp) at the base of the ridges, Higher up are Multicolour sea fans, and the tops are covered with Red bait. A variety of other sessile animals encrust the rocks among these zones, and there are various small seaweeds as well.
Good photographic site for invertebrates
Stay safe[edit]
Shore access requires a scramble down steep rocks and a slightly tricky entry and exit depending on tide and swell. The tunnel at Stone Dog is tight and the surge through it can be very strong.
This is a suitable site for inexperienced divers as it is close inshore and shallow. Night dives are best done from a boat as the climb up the hillside will be tricky on a dark night. Take the conditions into account and decide for yourself.
A reasonable level of fitness and agility is required for shore entry, particularly down the rock face to the ledge.
No special equipment recommended.


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• Duke is ranked No. 9 in the AP Poll and No. 8 and in the USA Today Coaches Poll. Kentucky is No. 3 in both polls.
• Tuesday's contest features two of the most storied programs in NCAA history. Duke and Kentucky have combined for 4,061 victories and 12 national championships. In addition, Duke and Kentucky have produced a combined 11 National Players of the Year and 90 All-Americans.
• Duke opened the season with a 74-55 win over Georgia State on Friday, Nov. 9. Mason Plumlee paced the Blue Devils with 19 points, 14 rebounds and four blocks in the win.
• Seth Curry and Tyler Thornton also reached double-figures in scoring with 15 points and 13 points, respectively.
• The Blue Devils were 11-of-24 (.652) from three-point range in the win over the Panthers. Curry, Thornton, Rasheed Sulaimon and Quinn Cook combined for 10 treys in the win.
• Duke trails in the all-time series, 11-8, with a 6-7 mark in neutral site games.
• Duke has won six of the last seven meetings between the two schools.
• Duke and Kentucky have met five times in NCAA Tournament play with the Blue Devils trailing in the series, 3-2.
• Mike Krzyzewski is 4-1 at Duke against the Wildcats.
• Six of the last eight games in the series have been decided by 10 points or less.
• Duke topped Michigan State, 74-69, in its inaugural game of the Champions Classic. With the win over the Spartans, Coach K passed mentor Bob Knight as the winningest coach in NCAA history.
• The Blue Devils face Kansas in next season's event at the United Center in Chicago.
l Duke, ranked No. 9 as of Nov. 11, has been ranked in the top 10 of the AP Poll for 95 consecutive weeks. The last time Duke was not ranked in the top 10 was Nov. 19, 2007.
l Duke is 6-3 since the 2009-10 season in games against top 10 opponents. The Blue Devils have won 34 of their last 53 games when both teams have been ranked in the top 10.
l The Blue Devils are facing an SEC opponent for just the second time in the last seven years. Duke topped Tennessee, 77-67, in the opening round of the Maui Invitational last season. Coach K is 25-8 at Duke against teams currently in the SEC.
l Duke is 8-1 all-time at the Georgia Dome. The Blue Devils have won three straight games at the venue. Duke claimed the 2001 and 2009 ACC Championships and captured the 2004 NCAA Tournament South Region title at the Georgia Dome.
l Seniors Mason Plumlee (19), Seth Curry (15) and Ryan Kelly (8) combined for 42 of Duke's 74 points in the season opener.
l Senior Mason Plumlee recorded his 19th career double-double with 19 points and 14 rebounds in the season opener. Plumlee has reached double-figures in rebounding 31 times in his career.
l Seth Curry has made at least one three-point field goal in 15 straight games. Curry went 3-of-7 from three-point range in the season opener and currently ranks fourth in the Duke record books with a .408 three-point field goal percentage (131-of-321).
l The point guard tandem of Tyler Thornton and Quinn Cook combined for 21 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals in the win over Georgia State. The duo was 6-of-11 from the field, including 5-of-10 from three-point range against the Panthers.
l Mason Plumlee has shot 50.0 percent or better from the field in the last seven games dating back to last season. Plumlee is 35-of-53 (.660) from the field, following an 8-of-12 effort in the season opener, during that stretch.
l Freshman Rasheed Sulaimon started the season opener, marking the third straight season Duke has started a freshman guard in the first game of the season.


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New plot for resonance width
I would like to request a feature which is trivial to be inserted. When the resonance finder is turned on and the resonance energy is pltted as a function of bias, I would also like to see a plot of the resonance width as a function of bias. This should probably be a new graph/ plot and should contain the resonance energy as well as the resonance width. The resonance width should probably be on a log scale, as it can be very different for different resonaces. Maybe the resonance nergy can be plotted as a dashed line (on a linear scale) and the corresponding width in the same color in a solid line (on a log scale)