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You can use several methods to assess progress but there are the old reliable signposts along the long-and-winding NHL path.
There's the first 20 games of a season, the record at Thanksgiving, and on New Year's. This season, there was the mark at the Olympic break, and now at the looming trade deadline.
Wednesday, at noon, is the last opportunity for NHL general managers to close their deals. And so the Kings and Montreal played their final game before the window snaps shut and the Kings beat the Canadiens, 2-1, Monday night at Staples Center on goals by defenseman Jake Muzzin and forward Jeff Carter, who had the game winner, on a power play in the second period.
It was the fifth consecutive victory for the Kings and the fourth consecutive victory coming out of the extended Olympic break. This is their longest winning streak since they had a 6-0 run starting in early December.
The trade deadline can work as a motivational tool but the Kings' recent surge really is more about the way the team approaches the stretch run. They've been able to flip the switch at the right time in the Darryl Sutter Era.
"I look around the room and I have confidence and I know everyone feels the same way that when push comes to shove we're going to be ready," forward Justin Williams said in a postgame TV interview.
Williams, who has five points in the last four games, expanded upon that theme later in the dressing room.
"We're playing the way I expected us to play coming out of the break," he said. "We're playing hard, we're not giving up leads. But eventually we have to capitalize in those chances."
They staggered into the Olympic break, having won once in 10 games, and, at that point, it seemed as though a deal would be necessary. Four victories later, in less than a week, has a way of possibly changing things.
"Tonight was a good step for us," Muzzin said. "Down the stretch, all points matter because it's going to be a tough push."
Monday was an efficient effort with some moments of offensive flair.
Anze Kopitar's dazzling backhand pass set up Carter's one-timer from the base of the left circle, making it, 2-1, at 4 minutes 14 seconds of the second period.
For Carter, it was his team-leading 22nd goal of the season. It was also the Kings' first shot of the second period and they wouldn't get their next one until the 11:51 mark.
The Montreal goal was credited to defenseman P.K. Subban (10th of the season), who tied it, 1-1, at 14:45 of the first period.
His shot, however, went off Kings center Jarret Stoll past goalie Jonathan Quick. In fact, the two goals Quick has given up in the last two games have gone off his teammates.
"We're obviously happy with the way we're going here and we need to keep pushing for home ice," Williams said. "I thought we moved the puck extremely well tonight. I thought our defensemen especially did a great job beating their forecheck."
The Kings had a terrific chance, well, two of them, to go up 3-1 late in the second period on opportunities by defenseman Drew Doughty and Kopitar, who missed the net.
"It was a good win against a tough team," Sutter said. "Two real similar teams. It was a well-played game."
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Hadoop Summit Europe 2013 Reveals
Strong Ecosystem Support
First Annual European Event Features Keynote from 451 Group Analyst Matt Aslett, 40 Sessions from Industry & Community Experts and Impressive Sponsor Support
PALO ALTO, Calif.—February 13, 2013—Hadoop Summit Europe 2013, the European extension of the original and world's largest Apache Hadoop community conference, today announced its official program, featuring a keynote address from 451 Group Analyst and Research Manager for Data Management and Analytics Matt Aslett and 40 use cases and educational sessions from leading industry and community experts. In addition, Hadoop Summit Europe 2013 boasts an impressive list of Platinum, Gold and Silver sponsors, demonstrating ecosystem support for Apache Hadoop from leading producers of software and services for the enterprise.
Hadoop Summit Europe will be the first and largest European conference focused exclusively on accelerating the enterprise adoption of Apache Hadoop, held at the historic Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam on March 20-21, 2013. The event features sponsors ranging from traditional software companies to open source analytics vendors, confirming strong European interest in Hadoop.
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In addition to the keynote from Aslett, Hadoop Summit Europe attendees will have access to industry and thought leaders representing organizations like Adobe, Facebook, Intel, LinkedIn, National Library of Netherlands, Twitter and more. Conference participants will also have the opportunity to share their initiatives with the Hadoop community through Hadoop Summit Europe's Lightning Talks session, where attendees can share their own stories in 5-minute presentations. Lightning Talk suggestions can be voted on by the community through the Hadoop Summit Europe community choice. The conference is designed to encourage interaction and sharing with ample time for exchange of ideas. Additionally, there will be a number of Hadoop community events occurring around the event including the Big Data Camp and Birds of a Feather sessions.
"We're excited to bring Hadoop Summit to Europe for the first time, providing the European community with information and discussion on how to leverage Apache Hadoop as a key component of an enterprise data architecture," said Rob Bearden, CEO of Hortonworks. "Based on the enormous community interest to participate, and the tremendous ecosystem and sponsorship support, we're confident that this Hadoop Summit will be a great success. Together we're bringing the brightest pioneers of the Apache Hadoop community to showcase the latest advancements and deployment techniques for this next-generation data platform."
The complete lineup of Hadoop Summit Europe 2013 sponsors include:
Registration for Hadoop Summit Europe 2013 remains open, however, the conference is filling up fast. Don't miss the opportunity to attend, register here: http://hadoopsummit.org/amsterdam/register/. More information on the show's program can be found at: http://hadoopsummit.org/amsterdam/schedule/. For press and analysts, please contact Kim Rose, Director of Corporate Marketing at firstname.lastname@example.com.
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Hortonworks is a leading commercial vendor of Apache Hadoop, the preeminent open source platform for storing, managing and analyzing big data. Our distribution, Hortonworks Data Platform powered by Apache Hadoop, provides an open and stable foundation for enterprises and a growing ecosystem to build and deploy big data solutions. Hortonworks is the trusted source for information on Hadoop, and together with the Apache community, Hortonworks is making Hadoop more robust and easier to install, manage and use. Hortonworks provides unmatched technical support, training and certification programs for enterprises, systems integrators and technology vendors. For more information, visit www.hortonworks.com.

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Glenn Beck's Final Broadcast: He Left Because of Spider-Man and Bono
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It was supposed to have been a bittersweet and quietly contemplative week for Glenn Beck, whose final Fox News Channel show aired today. Of course, all that was derailed by that senseless incident at Bryant Park, when his entire family was swept away by a wave of Cabernet Sauvignon released from a crop duster by an insane liberal. (Or else a plastic cup of wine tipped over. Reports were conflicting.)
But Beck, pro that he is, managed to keep emotions in check for his last Fox sermon — a tight set of greatest fear-mongering hits, delivered, as always, with all the conviction of someone you might find sitting alone in a Denny's booth at 4 a.m., scribbling into their conspiracy journal. Before signing off with a sentimental pledge of holy war against his media enemies ("You will pray for the time I was only on the air for one hour a day..."), Beck offered a perfectly reasonable explanation for why he had independently opted to abandon the biggest platform of his career for the decidedly less-glamorous world of internet broadcasting. The answer is in this video. I don't want to spoil it for you, but it involves a success-affirming text message from the lead singer of U2, and the dizzying prospect of exploring the dressing rooms of his favorite chorus boy-maiming Broadway spectacular.


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The Crimson will be seeking to capture its 10th Ivy League Championship as host of the meet Feb. 23-25 (OAC).
Story Line
The Harvard women's swimming and diving team will host the 2012 Ivy League Championships Thursday, Feb. 23 through Saturday, Feb. 25 at Blodgett Pool. Prelims will be held each morning beginning at 11 a.m. with the championship finals beginning at 6 p.m.
Click here for the complete meet schedule.
On the Web
Fans can watch the meet in its entirety live online through GoCrimson.com. Single day passes are available for just $14.95 while a full meet pass is available for $24.95. Click here to sign up today.
What's At Stake
Harvard is looking to claim its 10th Ivy League Championship and third under Stephanie Wriede Morawski, the Costin Family Head Coach for Harvard Women's Swimming and Diving. The Crimson finished as the runner-up to Princeton at each of the last two championship meets, after having last won it all in 2009.
Harvard and Princeton have combined to win each of the last 12 Ivy League Championships, and the Crimson will enter this year's meet as the reigning Ivy League dual meet title holders. Harvard posted an overall record of 7-2 this season with a perfect 7-0 mark in the Ancient Eight. The Crimson last won both the dual meet crown and championship meet in 2005.
Get On Our Level
Harvard boasts three individuals who currently hold NCAA top 50 times, led by Courtney Otto who appears on the list three times. Otto ranks 15th in the nation with a 200 fly time of 1:56.94, while her 400 IM time (4:15.14) is good for 34th and her 1,000 free time (9:57.72) is good for 41st. Kelsey Hojan-Clark ranks 24th in the 1,000 free (9:51.32) and 41st in the 1,650 free (16:34.54). Meghan Leddy, meanwhile, owns the highest ranking among the Crimson with her 200 back time of 1:54.92 placing her 11th in the NCAA.
The Crimson also boast two relays which appear on the NCAA's list of top 50 times. Faith Martin, Sarah Sumner, Hojan-Clark and Catherine Zagroba combined for a time of 7:20.07 in the 800 free relay at the HYP meet, ranking them 20th, while the 400 free relay team of Martin, Sara Li, Alicia Lightbourne and Sumner turned in a time of 3:23.52 at the HYP meet, good for 37th.
Harvard ranks first in the Ivy League in eight events entering the championship meet, including the 500 free (Hojan-Clark, 4:47.04), 1,000 free (Hojan-Clark, 9:51.32), 1,650 free (Hojan-Clark, 16:34.54), 200 back (Leddy, 1:54.92), 200 fly (Otto, 1:56.94), 400 IM (Otto, 4:15.14), 400 free relay (Martin, Li, Lightbourne and Sumner, 3:32.52) and 800 free relay (Martin, Sumner, Hojan-Clark and Zagroba, 7:20.07).
Seven current Crimson have combined for a total of 11 all-conference honors at previous Ivy League Championship meets, including Meghan Leddy who is a two-time champion in the 200 back. Leddy captured her first conference title in 2009 with a winning time of 1:57.51, and reclaimed the championship last year with a time of 1:56.66. Catherine Zagroba earned first team honors in 2009 as a member of the winning 800 free relay team, and at the 2011 meet Sara Li, Zagroba and Laura Evans teamed up with Kate Mills '11 to win the event again.
Zagroba also earned second team honors in the 800 free relay in 2010. Last year, Laura Evans took second in the 400 IM (4:18.46) to earn her first All-Ivy recognition while Brittany Powell finished as the runner-up on the three-meter diving board (264.15) for her first honor. Li earned two second team selections as a member of 200 free relay team and 400 free relay team, and was joined on the 200 free relay team by Jenna Gregoire.
HYP and Ivy League Dual Meet Champions
The Harvard women's swimming and diving team collected its first HYP title and Ivy League dual meet championship since 2006 on Feb. 5 by defeating Princeton, 190-110, and Yale, 235-65.
The wins improved Harvard to a perfect 7-0 against the Ancient Eight, marking the third unblemished conference record and third Ivy League dual crown for the Crimson under Stephanie Wriede Morawski, the Costin Family Head Coach for Harvard Women's Swimming & Diving. Harvard's victory over Princeton also ended the Tigers' streak of 43 consecutive wins and its run as the five-time reigning dual meet champs.
"Our team has been very focused all year on this," Morawski commented following the meet. "Our goal is at the end of the season to try to win the Ivy League championship, and we knew coming into this Princeton was 42-0. We had nothing to lose. That's really what the focus was, be relaxed, be calm, you've got nothing to lose. Just get out there and have some fun racing."
Mid-Major Poll
The Crimson rose to the No. 1 spot in the most recent CollegeSwimming.com mid-major rankings after laying claim to the 2012 Ivy League dual meet title. Harvard had been ranked second in the previous poll after moving up two spots from the No. 4 position. The Crimson is seeking its first mid-major title since 2009 and fifth overall.
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Record Breakers
Meghan Leddy and Stephanie Ferrell have combined to set three new school records this season. Leddy entered the year as the Harvard record holder in both the 100 back and 200 back, and broke both of those marks with times of 55.16 and 1:54.92, respectively, at the Georgia Invitational on Dec. 2. Ferrell, meanwhile, broke the school record in the 100 breast with a time of 1:02.64 at the Georgia Invitational, besting Jaclyn Pangilinan's '08 time of 1:03.25 which had stood since 2008.


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Royals striving to score playoff berth in 2014
SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Get right down to it and almost everything worked pretty well for the Royals last year. Rotation. Bullpen. Defense. Baserunning. Almost.
"If I had one thing that we really needed to improve on last year, it was our run production," manager Ned Yost said.
SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Get right down to it and almost everything worked pretty well for the Royals last year. Rotation. Bullpen. Defense. Baserunning. Almost.
"If I had one thing that we really needed to improve on last year, it was our run production," manager Ned Yost said.
So there's the big goal for 2014: score more runs. A lot more, if you please.
The Royals finished 11th among the 15 American League teams in runs scored in 2013. They had 648, well behind league leader Boston's 853 or Central Division leader Detroit's 796. We probably don't need to remind you that the Red Sox won the World Series and the Tigers won the Central.
Important thing, these runs. They seem to decide who wins or loses a game. Check with any sabermetrician.
"When we scored four runs or more, our record was ridiculous [64-13]. Four runs! We couldn't do it," Yost said. "We played more one-run games than anybody in the American League so run production is going to be paramount for us."
Actually, the White Sox had four more one-run games at 60, but the Royals won the most squeakers with a 31-25 record.
And the Royals actually did average exactly four runs a game, but the problem was those 85 games when they scored three or fewer runs.
The Royals believe they took a big step toward building their run scoring with two new acquisitions -- right fielder Nori Aoki and second baseman Omar Infante, who'll bat 1-2 in the order. That lets RBI guy Alex Gordon move from his usual leadoff spot to fifth behind Eric Hosmer and Billy Butler.
Aoki and Infante are advertised as good on-base, low-strikeout batters who can ignite things.
"They are more prototypical table-setters for the production part of our lineup," Yost said.
There was a possible delay on Infante's part because he was still recovering from a sore right elbow this week as the opener neared.
Hosmer, who often batted second in the order last year, will be in his natural No. 3 slot after his vast improvement in the final four months of last season.
"We've got two guys at the top of our lineup that we didn't have last year that are going to make our lineup a lot deeper," Hosmer said. "And everyone returning from last season has another year of experience and knows himself as a hitter a lot better. Everyone's plans and approaches at the plate are more mature."
That's primarily because of the individual blueprints laid out for each hitter by hitting coach Pedro Grifol. One of his prime projects is Mike Moustakas, who took to banging the ball to all fields during a torrid spring.
And if the run production improves as much as anticipated, the Royals can be expected to seriously contend for their first postseason berth after 28 barren years.
But who's counting? Probably the generation that's come along since Bret Saberhagen, George Brett, Buddy Biancalana, Hal McRae and all those other guys won it all in 1985. Or the folks who savored all that at the time and are ready for an overdue serving of dessert.
Anyway, if the Royals are able to score more runs, do they have the pitching that can keep the other guys from scoring even more? Logic would say they do.
The 2013 Royals staff led the AL with a 3.45 ERA and there hasn't been that much turnover. The main change was plugging left-hander Jason Vargas into the rotation void left by Ervin Santana, now with Atlanta.
The other four starters are the ones in place last September, including callup Yordano Ventura. Now, he'll open the season behind James Shields and Vargas at Detroit. The club's top winner, Jeremy Guthrie, is scheduled for the home opener against Chicago. The fifth starter is Bruce Chen, who came out of the bullpen last mid-July.
Can the V-squad, Vargas and Ventura, produce victories often enough? Very interesting question.
Closer Greg Holland chairs a powerful bullpen that returns Aaron Crow, Tim Collins, Kelvin Herrera, Wade Davis and Louis Coleman but not Luke Hochevar, who's had Tommy John surgery. Last year's relief corps had a 2.55 ERA, best in franchise history.
Holland has emerged as one of the game's best closers. The key, as Yost sees it, is that Crow, Collins and Herrera develop a consistency that they didn't always show last season. In Spring Training, he saw encouraging signs of it.
When your defense has three 2013 Gold Glove Award winners -- Salvador Perez at catcher, Hosmer at first base and Gordon in left field -- and two other nominees -- Alcides Escobar at shortstop and Lorenzo Cain in center -- you're in pretty good shape. Also, Moustakas was nominated at third base in 2012.
Infante and Aoki bring good defensive reputations to their positions as well.
"We're up there as one of the best," Gordon said. "I don't think we have a weak position on the baseball field when it comes to our defense. I know our pitching staff loves that."
If the offense as a whole has yet to prove itself, one aspect is very solid. The Royals can run the bases. They not only led the Major Leagues in stolen bases with 155 last year, their penchant for taking the extra base on hits kept the opposition defense on edge. Example, their 34 triples was the second-highest total in the AL.
Yost believes that a more potent hitting attack will enable the Royals to avoid a deep crater like the 4-19 stretch they had last May. (In those 19 losses, the Royals averaged 2.4 runs a game.) Once the Royals got past the All-Star break, they were on fire and went 43-27.
"Part of that is having confidence in your abilities and knowing that when things get tough, you don't press. You just continue to work hard and play your game. And I think that's why we never had any real extended [losing] stretches from that point on," Yost said. "You always hear me say, 'Well, something clicked.' What clicked was that basically they started to believe in themselves and they quit pressing, they just kept playing hard."
So hard, in fact, that they made a spirited dash for a Wild Card spot. This year, they're aiming for a more successful run -- and a lot more runs.


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At the start of the race no one would have placed their bets on seeing a scarlet car on the podium let alone winning the race, even Ferrari wouldn't have bet on Ferrari winning the race, but heavy rain which was followed by a game of tyre poker ensured a Ferrari and Fernando Alonso victory even as Sauber's Sergio Perez won hearts challenging Fernando Alonso till the end of the race and being the faster of 2 cars almost throughout the race.
The race was well dominated by the McLarens before they lost the plot in tyre strategy and before Jenson Button turned out to be an idiot clipping the back of Narain Karthikeyan's car who wasn't a back marker as the Brit tried to pass him and was infact racing for position. This damaged his front wing and he had to pit. Needless to say this cost him the race.
Later on Jenson Button accepted blame for the unfortunate? accident
"I was struggling to keep the tyres up temperature and it was totally my fault," Button admitted.
"I hit the brakes, I lost the rear. I was struggling to get the car slowed down. I tried to get around the corner but I couldn't do anything but hit him really."
Moving onto the happy story of the day though, luck favoured Alonso as the Spaniard even though a full 3 seconds slower than second place Perez on most laps clinched the chequered flag.
"It's an unbelievable result, a great job from the team," Alonso said.
"It's a big surprise to win. We were not competitive in Australia and we were not competitive in qualifying here."
Sergio Perez on the other hand was disappointed, although the second place result was more than what Sauber Ferrari driver would have ever hoped for, Perez was much faster than Alonso and just couldn't pass him. In the end it had to do with racing experience which Perez didn't seem to have a lot of.
"Today a win was possible," Perez said.
"I was catching Fernando and I knew I had to get him soon because the sectors with high speed I was losing the front tires.
"I touched the curb and I went onto the dirty side of the track. It was completely wet and I lost the win."
This young lad can go a long way , just needs the right guidance.
Lewis Hamilton in his superfast McLaren was third. The McLarens are easily the pick of all the cars, superfast, super slick, they were off the grid at the start at such a pace that all other cars looked like 800cc cars of the past.
For a more detailed report, you can go through our live blog (previous post).
After Malaysia we head to China now, lets see how the race unfolds in Shanghai !


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Happy Thanksgiving!
I have finished and listed my newest unit of centers on TpT.. a set of Thanksgiving Centers and activities! Fun, fun stuff!
Here is the link:
Thanksgiving Centers & Activities
Here is what is included:
Number Word Match
Match the 24 number word cards to the correct number cards.
A follow-up sheet is also included.
Count the Thanksgiving pictures
Count the pictures and record how many you see.
There is also a graph to color for each picture.
Math fact YES/NO sort
Sort the 24 math facts under the yes and no header cards. If the math fact is correct it goes under yes, and if it is incorrect it goes under no.
A follow up sheet is also included.
Number Words & 100's Chart:
Read the number words and color the corresponding number on the 100 number chart. You can use the cards to know which number to color or use the number word sheet that is included.
Capital letter sort
Sort the 30 words under the yes or no cards depending on if they need a capital letter. A follow up sheet is also included.
Cut and spell the word November
Cut the letter tiles out and glue them in order to spell November.
There are sheets with each letter- and also one sheet with all the letters. You can pick which way you like it best,
I copied these on colored construction paper. They also fit perfect on a sentence strip when you are ready to glue.
Here is the link again if you are interested in purchasing these Thanksgiving activities..
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At this point, I'm pretty much running off of breakfast tacos and Tito's vodka. And whatever free chips they're handing out. Today on the agenda was the Rachel Ray day party, Filter Showdown at Cedar Street, Hype Hotel, Rachel Ray Greenhouse, etc. Protip: There's no time to stop and eat at festival or you'll lose precious minutes. Always keep moving. And drinking.


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Victoria Island, Benin City, Lagos, Cross River State, Nigeria, Enugu, Nigeria, Abuja, Port Harcourt
Regarded as one of Africa's economic powerhouse nations, Nigeria is also Africa's most populated. Nigeria is the main crude oil producing country in Africa, accounting for roughly 25% of the continent's supply.
This vast country is located on the Gulf of Guinea and bordered by Benin, Niger, Chad and Cameroon. Vegetation varies from mangroves and rainforests in the southern regions to woodland and grass savannah in the north.
National parks abound for safari opportunities and one of Africa's few remaining rainforests can be found here with its unique animal species. In the cities, the nightlife is vibrant and daily business thrives. However, much of the old culture and traditions remain in the smaller villages dotted throughout the land.
The refined city of Abuja is the country's capital and the main centre of industry.
English is Nigeria's official language and their currency is the Nigerian Naira, performing consistently on the money market.
Nigeria is a country of many facets and is a country not to be missed if travelling in Africa.
Things to do
Nigeria's beaches along the Atlantic shores are stunningly beautiful. Some, like Lekki beach are popular tourist destinations, others have a long and painful slave history such as Coconut beach in Badagry and the more remote and untouched beaches are to be found around Calabar.
Follow the slave trade in Badagry, a living museum showcasing slavery dating back to the 16th century. Places of interest include the Topo Island Catholic Settlement, Vlekete Slave Market, the Slave Port and Toyimi Slave Well.
Experience village life to see how palm oil (and wine) is processed and black soap is made. The soap ingredients consist of plantain peels, palm leaves and cocoa seed ash. Occasionally villagers operate illegal kai-kai distilleries to produce an alcohol similar to gin.
Even if you're not a fisherman, attending the Argungu Fishing Festival in Kebbi State in March is a spectacle not to be missed. Using nets and gourds, fisherman frantically attempt to catch the largest fish in just one hour. The thrashing hordes of people in the river probably outnumber the fish.
The Centre for Education, Research and Conservation of Primates and Nature (CERCOPAN) in Calabar, Cross River is on a desperate mission to conserve Nigeria's remaining rainforest and the 18 primate species endemic to the region. A visit affords the prospect of seeing a Cross River gorilla or western chimpanzee, amongst others.
Zuma Rock is referred to as the Gateway to Abuja and this 725m high prehistoric monument formed through water erosion features on the national 100 Naira bill. Further on is the Gurara Waterfalls which is off the beaten path and a guide is recommended.
View the traditional arts and ancient shrines at Osun Sacred Grove in Oshogbo. This is the centre of the Yoruba culture where Juju stalls nearby sell products said to cure arthritis and diabetes.
The Ikogosi hot springs resort in Ekiti state has swimming pools, restaurants and various other items of interest. The resort is located at the point where hot and cold springs meet. It's a 3-hour drive from the Ibadan airport but is worth taking the journey.
Where to Eat
Yahuza Suya Spot in Abuja specialises in meat and chicken dishes prepared over an open fire. Sample the suya – marinated, skewered meat eaten straight off the grill.
The small Sanik Hut restaurant in Benin City serves traditional food. Try the palm oil akara dish loved by the locals. VIP lounge available.
When in Port Harcourt, be sure to buy a bole & fish dish from a street vendor. This 'national' dish consists of roasted plantain and fish basted in palm oil and served in a nylon bag! If this is too primitive for your tastes, order the dish at Bole King restaurant instead.
Located on the lagoon, Fusion Restaurant in Lagos is a great place to sit back and enjoy the assortment of Oriental, European and Arabian dishes on the menu.
Expect a good hearty meal and the chance to sample a few local delicacies at Aaron's Signature Restaurant in Enugu. Nice atmosphere and cocktail bar on the premises.
While not exactly traditional, the Happy Food Restaurant in Calabar is an authentic Chinese restaurant offering standard, good quality Chinese fare on their vast menu.
Ibadan's Café Chrysalis Restaurant offers the visitor European-style dishes prepared with an African influence. Located in a quiet area.
Night Life
E-Bar in Lagos is a stylish bar-restaurant where the locals chill and indulge in a few international beers. Live music presented most nights.
The 3-storied bamboo built Sailor's Lounge in Lagos is a relaxed bar positioned directly on the waterfront where there is no dress code and patrons can enjoy a drink over good conversation.
Live bands and DJs get the crowd pumped up at Eddy's Wine Bar in Port Harcourt. Popular with the locals and celebs often visit too.
Party the night away at Mirage Hookah Lounge & Grill in Abuja. The bar is luxuriously furnished with a large outdoor veranda.
Londoners Bar and Restaurant in Ikeja is a fun venue for a great evening out.
Where to Stay
The excellent and well-appointed hotels, motels, lodges and resorts spread throughout Nigeria will ensure a comfortable and rewarding stay in the country.
Air Nigeria has 4 international airports in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Kano. Beware of unscrupulous taxi drivers around the airport.
Car There are a number of car rental companies at the International airports and in the main cities. Order your rental online. The road network throughout Nigeria is good but traffic in the main cities is chaotic.
Taxi Minibuses operate as formal taxis throughout the country. This mode of transport is more structured than the bush taxi which departs from anywhere, at any time and to any destination. The okada, or motorbike taxi, promises a hell ride but will get you to your destination quickly.
Bus Buses operate in over 200 cities & towns in Nigeria.
Did you know?
Banky W is one of Africa's richest musicians. Known as the King of African R&B, the artist grew up in Lagos and operates a charity organisation in the city to help educate children.
Nigeria's film industry, Nollywood, is a massive industry, 2nd only to India's Bollywood in volume. The $3 billion industry is well established and releases approximately 2000 films annually.
The Nigerian fashion industry is a money earner for the country and the catwalks of Paris regularly showcase Nigerian designs.
Hotels offer guests a reliable, and comfortable place to stay while on holiday. All the basic amenities and facilities are provided, making your stay there simple and hassle-free. While hotels are the more expensive option, guests are sure to find one in the location they wish to visit and explore, making them an ideal option for those wanting basic accommodation and basecamp for their holiday. Guests wanting a little more than the basics, they should consider staying at themed or or 5 starred hotel. Choose from the wide variety of hotels across South Africa on AccommoDirect.
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Residence for Mrs. R. S. Howland - Sunset Drive--Rear Elevation
Mrs. R. S. Howland Sunset Drive Residence (Ashland, N.C.)
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Happy New Year everyone !!! I hope you did get messed on New Years Party … I didn't – nice and quiet time with family.
Anyway … new year – new tune.
Ok – I have to admit it – it is still under strong influence of Eco-rporate series … but this is I think how it should be. This one is very gentle one with nice and warm pads, some guitars and nice solo on piano mixed with strings.
At the very end is three notes accent to point something important. Where could it be used ? Everywhere – promotional, games, adverts … you name it.
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More than a few people have noticed that Peter Parker-du-jour Andrew Garfield bears a passing resemblance to Ben Schwartz, the actor who plays failed entertainment mogul Jean-Ralphio on Parks and Recreation. So what would happen if the club-hopping JR was the real face behind the spider suit?
I can't help but think that, if Jean-Ralphio were bitten by a radioactive spider, he never would have invented the webslingers. Instead, he'd have a device that shot cologne from one wrist and Remy Martin from the other. Because Jean-Ralphio is all class.
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Imagine the world's endless supply and consumption of plastic water and soda bottles. Now imagine that they are produced from corn and other plant feedstocks. That's huge, and it's also the thought that came to my mind as Virent, Madison, WI, announced this week that it has successfully made Paraxylene (PX) from renewable plant sugars.
Virent reports that the PX molecule, when combined with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) technology, will allow consumer product manufacturers to offer 100 percent renewable, plant-based PET and packaging. This packaging could be made without crude oil, said Virent's CEO Lee Edwards. What's more, PX can be used in existing infrastructure.
Virent reported that it is working with potential partners and customers "to explore large-scale commercial options to augment its existing 10,000-gallon-per-year demonstration plant."
This announcement came on the heels of Virent's other announcement this month about being able to produce biogasoline from corn stover and pine harvest forest residuals. "Producing gasoline from cellulosics is an important milestone for our company, and for the biofuels industry overall," said Randy Cortright, founder and CTO, Virent. "We anticipate further development in our production of drop-in fuels and chemicals from biomass, giving our nation long-awaited access to a wider range of feedstock choices."
Virent's technology is supported by investors, including Cargill, Shell and Honda. The company also has received several grants from the U.S. Departments of Commerce, Energy and Agriculture. Visit www.virent.com.


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Small town beginnings shape Phil Bredesen's politics
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As a young boy, Phil Bredesen had no idea how much growing up in Shortsville, N.Y — population 1,439 today — would shape his worldview.
The mill town became his hometown when he moved there at eight years of age with his mother, Norma, and his younger brother, Dean, to live with his maternal grandmother after his parents separated. The town and his experiences there had a profound impact on Bredesen's political beliefs and his desire to pursue a political career as an adult.
Bredesen, who was elected mayor of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County from 1991 to 1999 and governor of Tennessee from 2003 to 2011, shared his story in a packed Shamblin Theatre for the March 4 edition of the interview presentation now that you ask… sponsored by Lipscomb University's Nelson and Sue Andrews Institute for Civic Leadership.
"I enjoyed growing up in a small town," said Bredesen. "I really liked going fishing as a kid and all of the other great things kids did back then. My greatest influence during those years was my grandmother. She had a fourth-grade education and worked very hard. She took in sewing to make money. I was around a lot of hardworking, down-to-earth people. I learned a lot about what life is really like and what's really important in life in those years."
Bredesen left Shortsville in 1961 to enroll at Harvard University. His experience as a "small town" boy at a large university also helped shape his political view in later years.
"One of the reasons I spent so much time on education while mayor and governor was because of my experience coming from a small town high school to an institution like Harvard," said Bredesen.
Physics — not politics — is what drew Bredesen to Harvard. That may seem an unusual background to a career businessman and politician., but, Bredesen said it is a discipline that prepared him well for his career path.
"The practical application of physics is that you have a problem, and you have to figure out ways to solve it," he said. "With science, you realize there are multiple steps to solving a problem. You can't just reach for a solution. You have to go step-by-step to solve it."
Bredesen said his interest in entering the political arena grew when he entered Harvard as he admired then-President John F. Kennedy.
"He was evidence that politics is something that 'good' people could do," said Bredesen. "I enjoyed public policy. But I wanted to be active in public policy, not just a bystander. I wanted to do something to make a change. He helped me to see that someone like me could do just that."
Bredesen launched his first political campaign in 1969, when he ran for the Massachusetts state senate. He lost to a popular incumbent. Bredesen then joined a pharmaceutical firm. In 1975, he and wife, Andrea Conte, moved to Nashville. Here, Bredesen founded HealthAmerica Corp., an insurance company that grew to 6,000 employees.
"I never thought I wanted a career in politics," he admits. "I did a lot of other things before I was elected to office for the first time. I think it's okay to do different things in life. I think that's closer to what our founders intended us to do anyway."
In 1991, he was elected mayor of Nashville Davidson County. During his two-term tenure, Bredesen was credited with revitalizing downtown Nashville, including recruiting major sports teams, rebuilding and expanding the library system and adding substantially to the park system. Under his administration, a new stadium and arena were built.
Trying to convince citizens they had the capacity to do more was a hallmark of Bredesen's tenure.
"The city was ready to move in a different direction at the time, and I was someone who was ready to move it," he recalls. "We couldn't just be caretakers if we wanted Nashville to grow. To grow you need to find those who are willing to take some arrows and stand up to do something."
Bredesen was elected governor for two terms spanning 2003 through 2011, during which time he made advancements in health care that included fixing an out-of-control Medicaid program and establishing children's health insurance programs. He advanced education by improving teacher salaries and establishing a statewide pre-K program. He also led successful economic development initiatives in manufacturing operations and alternative energy.
The small-town upbringing had a profound impact on Bredesen's political views.
"My politics are more small town instead of Democrat versus Republican. Real people have a much richer view of politics than people give them credit for," said Bredesen, who ran on the Democratic ticket. "My philosophy is more that we are all in this together. I don't always fall in the Democratic box. When you are sworn in as a mayor or governor you are mayor or governor of all the people even if they didn't vote for you. And you have to realize that they have thought-out values even if they aren't the same as yours."
Bredesen said he is pleased with what he accomplished in office.
"Being able to do something for children was one of my proudest accomplishments," he said. "The number one job of adults is to make life better for the next generation. We were able to make huge strides in improving K-12 education in the state."
Today, Bredesen is a frequent speaker to national audiences on health care, political leadership and other topics. He recently published "Fresh Medicine: How to Fix Reform and Build a Sustainable Health Care System." He is also an active hunter, fisherman, pilot and artist.
"But, being a grandfather is possibly the best thing ever," he said.
He enjoys spending time with his three-year-old granddaughter, Parker, most of all.
For more information about the Andrews Institute for Civic Leadership, visit www.lipscomb.edu/civicleadership.


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We served lamb medallions dijonnaise as an appetizer during our wedding reception 4 years ago in July. I thought recreating the dish would be a nice way to relive the memories, especially since I didn't get to eat much on our wedding day. We had a little family gathering this weekend so I made the medallions of lamb and placed them on sweet onion crostini. I garnished them with Dijon mustard and some chives from the garden.
If you're not a big fan of lamb, you can use spice as I did in this dish to mask the strong flavor of the meat. I crusted the sirloin with black pepper, cumin and sumac powders. I also added some cumin and coriander to the sweet onion relish to give it a slightly Indian vibe.
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Six people died in a fire after a robbery in Barbados last week. Its been an incident that has saddened and angered me as much as it undoubtedly has the entire country. But how can an atheist ever feel like part of the community when the government puts out announcements like this one?
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PriceTrump needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 262 designs submitted by 62 freelance designers.
Design a logo that will be world famous and the centrepiece of your portfolio.
PriceTrump is an extremely well funded online startup business due to launch in January 2011. Our service will build a bridge between consumers who do not normally purchase goods online and the offline (bricks and mortar) stores who want to increase their market penetration beyond their immediate local area without having to set up an online store or establish additional stores in other locations.
We are not another Groupon clone who could send a business broke by filling their stores with unprofitable cheapskates and one time consumers who rarely return. As my Grandfather used to say "Always leave a bit of meat on the bone for the next guy"
If PriceTrump were a person we would be similar to Don Draper from Mad Men but definitely not Pete Campbell. Personable, trustworthy, connected, inspiring, sexy, alpha male, secretive but not a cheater. The VIP Room. Seems to know everyone and everyone loves doing favours for them. The go to guy whenever you want to buy something. They always seem to know someone who they can introduce you to so you can get the product at a great price.
"Ring Sarah at Acme and tell her Adam sent you. She will take care of you"
We have three target audiences:
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"If you use your credit card online to purchase something hackers will copy your credit card and steal all your money from an ATM! It is true I saw it on 60 Minutes"
"I would rather DIE than ask for a discount!"
"I am happy to pay more to get the product today and I like to have the peace of mind of purchasing from a physical store"
- Bricks and mortar store owners.
"I want more sales but I don't want my store to look cheap by having low prices"
"The quality remains when the price is long forgotten"
- Obsessive and successful bargain hunters/networkers.
"How much for cash?"
The main logo should be integrated into "PriceTrump" instead of having a logo and separate text. We will also need a smaller logo that can be used as the favicon. You can play with the caps so pricetrump, PRICETRUMP etc are ok.
- Clipart and stock images = vomit.
- Black and white only.
- The orange, green, blue that is used on 90% of 99designs submissions.
- Ripoff logos. We will be trademarking this logo.
- Currency symbols, numbers, or anything that reminds you of telemarketers, insurance salespeople, health maintenance organisation (HMO) managers, lawyers, or automobile sales representatives.
Some ideas to help you get started:
- Clear, simple, and easily readable.
- Looks good on a white background, in greyscale, on TV, newsprint resolution, faxed, or printed on consumer printers.
- Honesty and integrity. Nurses were voted as a the most trustworthy people. We are in no way health related but we would like to have this level of trust shown in our logo.
- The nostalgia and feel of quality in a toy hand made by a master craftsman instead of the poor quality mass produced Chinese product.
- Nostalgia for a bygone era when personal connections meant something
- The comforting thud of a door closing on a Rolls Royce. "THUNK" not "SLAM rattle rattle rattle"
- Metal not plastic.
- Steampunk maybe if it can have that look without the complexity? Old but new?
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Navy awards support Enhanced Tactical Automated Security System, known as ETASS
Science Applications International Corp. and Northrop Grumman Corp. will provide the Navy with technical and engineering services and software enhancements under a five-year contract that could be worth a combined total of about $38 million for the two awardees.
The contract from the Navy's Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic (SPAWAR Atlantic) in Charleston, S.C., supports the Enhanced Tactical Automated Security System.
ETASS is a command-and-control platform that integrates a wide range of sensors and other technologies. It is a deployable, integrated security system designed for a variety of force-protection missions, according to an SAIC announcement released today.
The system includes standoff- and perimeter-detection technology, immediate visual assessment, command-and-control display equipment, and supporting power and communications infrastructures.
Those elements are enhanced through the integration of ground surveillance radars, fiber-optic sensors, thermal imagers and closed-circuit TV cameras.
Under the contract, SAIC will help enhance the system by connecting a wider range of sensors and assessment devices, as well as command and control display systems, into a more tightly integrated security framework.
The company will also provide upgrades to ensure seamless integration and interoperability.
Under its ETASS indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity award from SPAWAR Atlantic, Northrop Grumman will compete for delivery orders for software enhancements, hardware, design, installation and support.
The award is a follow-on to a sole-source contract Northrop Grumman won in September 2007 for $9 million, the contractor said in a separate announcement.
It calls for Northrop Grumman to design, deploy and support integrated security solutions at Marine Corps and other Defense Department locations where security is of vital interest.
Northrop Grumman, of Los Angeles, ranks No. 2 on Washington Technology's 2010 Top 100 list of the largest federal government contractors. SAIC, of McLean, Va., ranks No. 5.
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For Valentino's masterful AW15 collection Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli exhibits facets of past styles with late Edwardian silhouettes, 1970s detailing, opulent gold appliqués and folkloric embroidering. Finding harmony between contrasting epochs, the collection includes monochrome geometric with diamond check prints and knits whilst fragile lace and tulles are reimagined in ruched cocktail dresses in unexpected whites and reds. The far-reaching collection effortlessly takes daywear to eveningwear with shift dresses, polo necks paired with loose tailored pants to paper-thin leather capes and tasselled skirts. With a focus on refined cuts and press stud detailing the Italian house is known for, Valentino's collection celebrates two sides of femininity- light and gentle and dynamic and sophisticated.
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A few weeks after Orna gave birth to her first litter, there was a second litter. This was only 3 babies. We have put Mr Orn and the boy babies in one cage and kept Orna with the girl babies.
We have also hatched some more quail, including some white ones. They started off yellow but when feathers appeared, they came out white. In the photos, they have the white feathers but their heads are still yellow.
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One look at the Levitatr and you would think the sleek accessory was an add-on display or a large touchpad for your tablet. But hidden within the glossy, black design is a full-sized, retractable keyboard with backlit keys.
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News >> Browse Articles >> Crime News
Protest Against Sheriff Joe Turns Violent
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January 18, 2010
PHOENIX, AZ – Thousands of immigrant rights advocates marched in front of a county jail in Phoenix Saturday in a protest that was aimed at Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio's immigration efforts and was marked by a clash between a small group of protesters and police officers.
Organizers say the protest was meant to show officials in Washington that Arpaio shouldn't handle immigration enforcement, and that Congress and the Obama administration need to come up with a way for immigrant workers to come to the country legally.
The three-mile walk that started in a west Phoenix park ended by afternoon at the Durango Jail Complex, a collection of five jails, where officials played music, including a record by singer Linda Ronstadt, to drown out noise made by protesters. Ronstadt took part in Saturday's protest.
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Protesters chanted "Joe must go" as they approached the jail complex. One person carried a sign that said "We are human" and bore a picture of a lawman with a wolf's face. A family of five wore T-shirts saying "Who would Jesus deport?"
For his part, Arpaio said he wasn't bothered by the protesters and that they should be directing their frustrations at Congress because it has the power to change America's immigration laws.
"They are zeroing in on the wrong guy," Arpaio said. "They ought to be zeroing in on the president."
The demonstration was peaceful until police say protesters near the end of the procession started throwing water bottles at officers. Phoenix Police Lt. Pat Hofmann said officers used pepper spray as they tried to separate protesters from an officer who was trying to take away the bottles.
Phoenix police spokesman Sgt. Andy Hill said on-scene supervisors described a group of demonstrators purposefully disrupting the demonstration by assaulting several police officers and a police horse.
He said one demonstrator struck a police sergeant on the head and chest with a flagpole. Two others threw water bottles, possibly containing rocks, at other officers, but missed.
Hill also said a police officer on horseback was assaulted while her horse was mobbed, punched and pushed. The officer used pepper spray to stop the assault.
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The PDF pattern provides instructions for both a baby size quilt as well as a lap size quilt, perfectly for snuggling under. The 10-page full-color PDF pattern takes you step-by-step through the complete creation of this quilt and is perfect beginner and advanced quilters alike. The pattern is both fat-eighth and fat-quarter friendly, and I'm also working on a special fat quarter quilt kit over at Pink Castle Fabrics, so stay tuned for more on that!
One of my good blog friends, Dana, tested this pattern for me and used Aneela Hoey's gorgeous upcoming line, A Walk in the Woods. Unfortunately, her computer is acting up at the moment, but as soon as it is, I'll be sharing her quilt as well!
There's only room for so many quilts in my house, so my Photo Corners quilt is busy getting used to a much colder climate out in Salt Lake City, with my dear friend Amy, who's gearing up for a new quilt-along. She has a December birthday just like me, and sent me some yummy fabric for my birthday, so naturally, I sent her a quilt to say thank you :) She took some great photos of the quilt in the snow.
The Photo Corners PDF quilt pattern includes all of the information you'll need to make this quilt, including color photos and complete piecing diagrams to follow, as well as requirements for batting and binding. Two finished sizes are available for you to choose form in the pattern, baby size 47" x 51 1/2" and lap size 62" x 71".
Quilt Stats
Name: Photo Corners
Fabrics: Kate Spain's Terrain collection along with Kona Spring Green
Pattern: Photo Corners quilt pattern, by yours truly
Quilting: All-over meandering stipple in hot pink Gutermann thread
Binding: Kate Spain's Aster Stream Bloom print from her Terrain collection for Moda
Size: 62" x 71"
I hope you all had a fabulous weekend! This is going to be a fun week on the blog, I'm working on a block tutorial to share with you all on Friday, so stay tuned :)


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A few impressions from Toronto
Here are notes on a handful of films from Toronto. If you have any thoughts on these films or filmmakers, I'd love to hear them in the comments.
THAT SUMMER (Un été brûlant) (Philippe Garrel, France). Ten minutes in, and I find this film, like other Garrel, deeply, unaccountably moving. It's not the characters, their desires and dilemmas — it's too early to know what they are just yet. It's what always gets me about Garrel: his "regard," his own special deep and intent way of looking. His look is concentrated, still, un-ironic, Romantic, full-hearted. The ordinary, everyday reality of human beings — their faces, movements, gestures, or even just each person's special immobility — is not just captured but inexplicably and miraculously heightened by this special, Garrelian look. He monumentalizes with his look the most obvious things we take for granted in real life — but he does so without hyperbolizing them. In this film, he focuses on a small number of characters who are lovers and friends, but each time he introduces a new character or when a new person enters the frame, my heartbeat instinctively quickens as if an entirely new and fascinating 'landscape' had just come into view. This is how acutely he is able to sharpen the viewer's attentions — surely some kind of perceptual feat.
THE KID WITH A BIKE (Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne, Belgium). The Greek verb "kineo," to set in motion, is often claimed to be the root of the word "cinema." I responded to this film with a primal force because it's about ceaseless movement. Running, pedaling, chasing, being chased, climbing, falling, ducking, darting, hurrying: the film is a virtual catalogue of these (and other) dramatically urgent forms of movement. There's a great moment when the kid shows off his prowess on his bike by stopping it and balancing himself to a point of complete stillness for an instant. It's a quietly humorous moment — an apotheosis — because it tells us that movement is the natural state; it is stillness that must be achieved with the special application of skill.
CRAZY HORSE (Frederick Wiseman, USA). Wiseman's documentary on the famous Paris strip-tease club left me ambivalent. I loved all the behind-the-scenes stuff: long meetings about creative decisions and club management; bits of rehearsals; auditions; interviews with employees; and the minute-to-minute technical problem-solving in preparation for the shows. Some of the most telling moments expose the "branding anxiety" of the nightclub: it no longer wants to be seen as catering to "Japanese tourists" and wants respect, admiration, and prestige for its "refined art". It's great to witness this middlebrow quandary hover over the conversations and decision-making. What disappointed me were the long, repetitive, and relatively unreflective presentations of the dance numbers themselves. There's a devastating moment in a backstage meeting when the director of the show proposes a restructuring of the stage management staff in order to specialize them, to highlight and take advantage of the special uniqueness of each employee. In the same breath he points out how different the stagehands (almost all men) are from the girls in the show, "les filles," who are all interchangeable. The critique couldn't be clearer — but by lavishing long and fascinated attention on the numbers, the film doesn't further this critique in any way, and in fact only ends up endorsing and failing to question this gendered division of labor. It strikes me as a confused film: clear-eyed and critical in its backstage documentation; and wide-eyed about the abstract, formalist qualities of the strip-tease performances themselves.
HOUSE OF TOLERANCE (L'Apollonide) (Bertrand Bonello, France). This drama about the last days of a French brothel at the turn of the 20th century provides a corrective to some of my issues with the Wiseman film. The prostitutes are imaginatively individuated but — and here's the film's true radicality — this individuation is not performed through character development or psychology. In fact, despite spending a full two hours with them, we hardly get any sense of their "inner lives," their psychological motivations, or their backstories. Instead, these women register as pure presence, as bodies and faces shot frequently in close-up, without the illusionistic need to outfit them with "rich" characterological detail. Some of my favorite scenes in the film are anthropological in nature: the group ritual of the trip to the gynecologist's office to be examined for disease; and the initiation of a newcomer into the daily regimen — what time the women retire, when they awake, what duties they perform, what protocol must be honored with their clients, and so on.
AZHAGARSAMY'S HORSE (Sureendran, India). Here's an interesting phenomenon: a festival film is almost always a film of some ambition, a film that in some way seeks a certain regard from the audience. Even the horror or exploitation works that show at TIFF aspire to some level of "art" — or at least to some level of special-ness or cult-ness. In the midst of such films, the Tamil rural comedy Azhagarsamy's Horse is a "termite" surprise: it's rude, crude, sentimental, vulgar, broad, joyous — and, I believe, completely unaspirational. Now, I'm not claiming this is a great film — but it's qualitatively different from most of the films that surround it at the festival, and thus a blast of fresh air. The film also contained the most memorable and shocking image of the festival: the closeup of the rear end of a horse as it squeezes out a large, cylindrical "pooh stick," which is then immediately caught mid-air by a village charlatan, stirred up with water, and sprinkled on the faithful believers in the village square as an all-promising healing elixir from the gods. Wow! A savagely satirical moment that is played not preciously or with any self-congratulation but casually, unfussily, in passing.
A few links:
-- A wonderful collection of tributes to Raul Ruiz at The Notebook, by Luc Moullet, James Quandt, Catherine Grant, Joe McElhaney, Ignatiy Vishnevetsky, Gonzalo Maza, and others.
-- Miguel Marías on 120 essential films of the 1920s. At Miradas de Cine.
-- David Cairns at Shadowplay on Mark Cousins' The Story of Film, a new 15-episode TV series.
-- Thom Andersen in the new Cinema Scope: "Random Notes on a Projection of The Clock by Christian Marclay".
-- Dave Kehr and Dennis Lim on the latest DVD box set from the National Film Preservation Foundation, Treasures 5: The West, 1898-1938.
-- The indefatigable Catherine Grant helpfully collects links to Maya Deren studies; and to work on sound in Hitchcock's cinema.
-- The latest issue of La Furia Umana includes a round-table on the "post-cinematic" with Steven Shaviro, Therese Grisham, Nicholas Rombes and Julie Leyda; an essay by Joe McElhaney on Terrence Malick; and much more.
-- Adam Nayman's terrific piece in Reverse Shot enriches my appreciation and makes me realize that I may have underrated Asghar Farhadi's A Separation.
pic: Azhagarsamy's Horse.


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More suspected human remains were located last week in the same general area where the remains suspected to be those of a woman missing five years were discovered on Dec. 1.
Logan County Sheriff Steve Smith said after remains were discovered by deer hunters on Walker Mountain in the French Prairie area near Ione, nightfall prevented a thorough search of the area, so he scheduled an intense search for last Tuesday.
During that search more remains were found.
"We're not sure exactly how much but we did find more human remains," Smith said.
Smith said Wednesday the search has concluded and that all of the remains were sent to the State Crime Lab for analysis. Smith said it could be several weeks before a positive identification is made.
However, the sheriff also said he still believes the remains are those of Kelli Renee Rice, who went missing March 2, 2008. Rice, who was 24 at the time of her disappearance, had last been seen in the general area where the remains were located.
After the initial discovery Smith said he is also in hopes the Crime Lab can make a determination as to whether foul play or something else, like the elements, contributed to death.
The remains were located on a plateau on commercial property, the sheriff said.


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wrightph needed a new web page design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 28 designs submitted by 10 freelance designers.
Looking for a home page for iPhoneSwat.com using the Apple iPhone theme (icons, phone, etc) iPhone developers will find targeted job listings for iPhone development tasks.
http://code.agilephil.com/iphoneswat (design elements)
The purpose of iPhoneSwat.com is to bring together iPhone developers who would like to pay other developers to expedite the development and/or testing of their own applications.
iPhone Swat is a web site that will allow iPhone developers to post a job listing for a portion of their App. In otherwords, if they need a thumbnail grid they can ask other developers to program it for them, for a fee ($25-$50).
My current: http://code.agilephil.com/iphoneswat to use as a template (needs major overhaul)
Apple.com/iphone is a good resource
Police Swat Team Stock Photos
- Nice Banner across the top with iPhone Swat Team
- Blue theme
- Table with listings of posts (like http://code.agilephil.com/iphoneswat
- Table has horizontal tabs at the top for categories
- Visa/ Mastercard / AmEx PayPal logos
- Two Column Left or Right Sidebar


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LinkDots is a new puzzle game that is similar to the classic Dots game. The goal is to drop your dots on the grid in a manner that will result in more connections. Two adjacent dots will give 1 connection, 3 dots placed as a triangle will give 3 connections, and 4 dots placed as a square will give 6 connections.
I've played several round of LinkDots on the iPhone and I'm really enjoying it! I love puzzle games, especially when they are relatively challenging like LinkDots. It took a few games before I was able to win a match against one opponents and the game only gets more challenging against more opponents. You must strike the perfect balance between playing offensively and defensively.
Connect Dots has never been so fun ... Your mind will never rest on such an addictive deployment of shapes and strategies, while blocking your opponent's efforts to win.
- 1-4 players
- 10 Different Backgrounds
- Openfeint enabled
- Share your scores on Facebook and Twitter
- 3 Difficulty levels
- Easy (Against one Computer)
- Medium (Against 2 computers)
- Hard (Against 3 Computers)
LinkDots is available on the iPhone and iPad for $0.99 each.
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|Griffith's Valuation for Pollaturick Co. Galway
Shanballybocht or Shanballyvought is near Fallakeeran, Co. Mayo where my family was from. I also noticed a Kirrane family lived near my Mullen family in nearby Pollaturick Co. Galway. The Kirranes lived near the Mullen's from the time of Griffith'sValuation of Ireland (mid 19th century) to the 20th Century.
|This match lives in Australia. Match
Below lives in Ireland
I have had a number of Irish related matches at Family Tree DNA. One of my other recent matches was for Seamus Doherty. Likely someone still in Ireland? I also matched several people with Irish roots living in places like Australia and New Zealand. I have no connections to those places and assume our common ancestors are from Ireland?
I also had a few matches from Ulster Ireland. I have both Irish Catholic and Ulster Protestant roots in Ireland. It's great to see matches from the Co. Down and Armagh areas.
I knew for certain I had this Irish Heritage but when you actually see DNA matches from there it really makes you feel more connected to Ireland. With so many record losses in Ireland it's nearly impossible to know how I'm related to my Irish matches but good to see I do have Irish DNA anyway.
|This is the Baptism record for my Great Grandmother Helen (Ellen) Mullen/Mason; only a few pages from the late 19th survive


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U.S. Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission
Psychiatric Resident Treatment Center Fired Four Employees for Complaining About Discriminatory Practices, Federal Agency Charged
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Delta Family Health and Fitness for Children, a psychiatric resident treatment center in Hamburg, Ark., will pay $87,500 to settle a lawsuit for retaliation brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the agency announced today.
The EEOC's suit (Civil Action No. 9-1058) alleged that Delta violated federal anti-discrimination law when it fired an employee who complained about sexual harassment, an identified witness to the discrimination, and two other employees who had filed charges with the EEOC. One employee complained about sexual harassment on Jan. 4, 2008, and named a co-worker as a witness to the harassment. Both employees were terminated on Jan. 7, 2008. Two other employees filed charges of discrimination with the agency. Both of these employees were terminated on Oct. 24, 2008.
Retaliation for complaining about discrimination violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The EEOC filed suit in U.S. District Court for the District of Arkansas after first attempting to reach a pre-litigation settlement through its conciliation process.
"This case demonstrates the EEOC's commitment to aggressively pursue remedies for retaliation victims," said Regional Attorney Faye A. Williams of the EEOC's Memphis District Office, which has jurisdiction over Arkansas, Tennessee, and certain counties in Mississippi. "We are pleased at this outcome, which hammers in the message that retaliation is illegal."
Pamela Dixon, an EEOC trial attorney, added, "While Delta denied that it had violated the law, we commend the company for working in a cooperative manner with the EEOC to resolve the lawsuit."
In addition to the monetary relief, the consent decree settling the suit, approved by U.S. District Judge Harry F. Barnes, enjoins Delta from engaging in further reprisal or retaliation of any kind against any person for opposing any discriminatory practice. Delta will provide anti-retaliation training to all personnel, submit reports to the EEOC describing the training and any complaints of retaliation, and post a notice reinforcing the company's policies on Title VII.
Delta operates a psychiatric residential treatment center for adolescents in Hamburg, Ark. The facility opened in September of 2007.
The EEOC enforces federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Further information about the EEOC is available on its web site at www.eeoc.gov.


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The Division of Student Affairs is dedicated to enhancing your educational experience and providing opportunities to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in life.
Whether you become involved in what's happening on campus, need someone to talk to, or want to explore your options for handling a particular situation, the Division of Student Affairs can help. Our focus is to provide you an environment that allows you to reach your full potential.


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The all-in-one policy resource includes:
In 2–3 days, you'll receive an email with a link to download the HRPP desktop software. In 5–7 days, the print manual will arrive by Canada Post.If you decide to subscribe during the trial period, simply pay the invoice included with the print manual or give us a call. If you're not satisfied for any reason, simply mail the package back by ordinary post with the invoice marked "Cancel."
Annual Subscription: $845 plus S&H and taxes Annual Renewal: $595 plus S&H and taxes


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Palm Springs Drug Defense Lawyer
The consequences of a conviction for a serious felony drug offense can be severe. Whether you face federal charges for international trafficking, or state felony charges for meth lab operations and intent to distribute, you are going to need serious criminal defense experience on your side. Charges involving the manufacture, transport and sale or distribution of controlled substances are felonies in California. A conviction can result in long prison sentences, even for first-time offenders. If you are a resident alien, drug felony charges can lead to related charges that could result in deportation. In addition, if you are a parent, it is also possible that drug felony charges could lead to the removal of your children because of child endangerment.
If you have been charged with a serious felony drug charge, in federal or state court, you need a lawyer fighting to protect your rights and your future right away.
The Dolan Law Offices has the experience you need to help you get the best possible outcome for your drug charges. Under California's three strikes law, if you have previous felony convictions on your record, you may be you may be fighting to stay out of prison for the rest of your life. The Dolan Law Offices provides legal advice and representation for residents of the Palm Springs region and communities throughout the region. We guarantee our efforts to fight for the best possible outcome for your drug felony charges.
You may not have to go to prison
The courts and prosecutors aren't always interested in throwing you in prison if you are convicted on a drug felony charge. We will carefully evaluate your case for preparing a defense that could help you become eligible for a Proposition 36 treatment program or deferred entry of judgment. Completing a drug rehabilitation program may mean that the conviction is removed from your record.
Alternatives to jail may include:
- Electronic monitoring
- Work release or work furlough
- Private/paid jail
- Alcohol or drug rehabilitation
- Sober Living/counseling
Contact us to learn more about how a Bar Certified Palm Springs drug defense lawyer can make a difference for your drug felony charges defense.


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May 23, 2013
Grilled Tomato, Goat Cheese, Fresh Sweet Corn & Basil Appetizer
I'm always looking for new fresh ways to serve our favorites - Tomatoes, Sweet Corn & Basil. During the summer we get tired of just sliced tomatoes and corn on the cob - somehow - though it seems impossible right now. This little appetizer is an amazing combo of everything we love. Grilling the tomato adds a slight smokiness, and warms the goat cheese, offset by the cold and crunchy sweet corn kernels and fresh basil. Though I don't always serve plated starters when we have friends for dinner, sometimes I come across something so special, it is worth washing the extra dish. You can also serve this as a traditional shared appetizer if you cut it into wedges and serve it with grilled bread... which I think I'll do for a party this Friday.
Grilled Tomato, Goat Cheese,
Fresh Sweet Corn & Basil Appetizer
4 thick slices of tomato - firm enough to grill
1/2 cup of olive oil
2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar
1 clove of garlic
1/2 teaspoon of sea salt
1/2 teaspoon of cracked pepper
4 ounces of goat cheese
1 ear of sweet corn, kernels cut off
2 tablespoons of basil
Place the 4 slices of tomato on a pan or plate ready to go to the grill. In a small bowl make the brushing liquid by stirring together oil, lemon juice, vinegar garlic salt and pepper. Brush on both sides of the tomato.
Grill tomato for 2 minutes, then flip. After flipping, top tomato with goat cheese (a little goes a long way...) and more of the lemon garlic oil. Grill for 2-3 more minutes until the goat cheese is warm and soft. Remove from the grill. Plate and sprinkle on fresh corn cut from the cob and basil. Drizzle on more of the lemon garlic liquid.
Labels: Appetizers, corn on the cob, Grill, grilled appetizers, Recipes, springrecipes, Tomatoes
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MOTUS on 'Sport Science'
LOS ANGELES — MOTUS USA cardio equipment was used on FOX Sports Network's new "Sport Science" series, which wrapped filming in late 2008. The program featuring MOTUS equipment was shot in the new Hangar Athletic Exchange club in Los Angeles. The "Sport Science" series features athletes such as Ray Lewis, Drew Brees, Kellen Winslow, James Loney, Mark Reynolds, Kurt Busch and Marco Andretti. The MOTUS equipment was used in various testing procedures for the featured athletes. "Sport Science" airs Sundays at 9 p.m. local time.
Bike Exercises Brain, Body
MIAMI — The patent-pending NeuroActive Bike debuted in the United States at Lady of America fitness centers last month. Physician-owned Brain Center America designed the bike so users can combine cardio and brain workouts on a recumbent stationary bike with a specially adapted, interactive brain-training program on a PC screen. Users can select from 22 brain-stimulating exercises using a wireless mouse to train different parts of the brain as they pedal.
Employee Accused of Stealing Equipment
OLYMPIA, WA — A former Life Fitness employee in Olympia, WA, was arrested and pleaded not guilty to first-degree theft and possession of stolen property for allegedly taking fitness equipment that had been traded in or repurchased by the company, then reselling it, according to The Olympian (WA). Lawrence Ruiz is accused of stealing equipment valued at more than $117,000. Ruiz allegedly refurbished the equipment, removed the serial numbers and resold the equipment to athletic clubs, according to court papers. The practice is alleged to have been taking place since 2001, and Life Fitness began investigating the alleged thefts in 2007, the newspaper reports.


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Hawk and Owl Trust Research
Research is essential to scientific conservation, and it is therefore a vital plank of the Hawk and Owl Trust's work
Continuing research by staff, volunteers, students and contractors, as well as partner organisations working on Trust reserves, includes:
- Tagging and monitoring youg marsh harriers from Norfolk's Wensum Valley to study their dispersal
- Researching the possible reasons for the little owl's decline
- Continuing the annual UK Hen Harrier Winter Roost Survey
- Monitoring and licensed ringing of young owls and diurnal birds of prey at nestboxes and natural sites around the UK
- Recording invertebrate and breeding bird species, including marsh harrier and barn owl, at Sculthorpe Moor Community Nature Reserve
- Surveying plants, birds and other animals on Fylingdales Moor annually as baseline information for the management plan
- Recording species – particularly birds and invertebrates – on Shapwick Moor – as baseline information for comparison as the reserve is gradually restored from arable farmland to fen and rough grassland.
- Monitoring tawny owls in Goblin Combe ancient woodland in North Somerset and analysing habitat, diet and territory against management regimes.
- Surveying long-eared owls in South Wesy England to identify likely habitats and record breeding data as part of the joint Hawk and Owl Trust Community Owls Project and the Trust's continuing campaign to raise awareness of this scarce bird, and to learn more about how it can be conserved
- Through the Kestrel Highways project investigating whether lack of nesting sites is affecting the kestrel population size.
Past research includes:
- Investigating where Britain's over-wintering hen harriers come from
- A joint barn owl survey (1995 – 1997) with the BTO, which found an estimated 4,000 breeding pairs in the UK (a similar finding to the Hawk and Owl Trust's census in the mid 1980s, which revealed the dramatic drop of 70 per cent in the barn owl population since the 1930s).
- Investigation into the peregrine's increasing trend towards urban living and the nesting on manmade structures, supported by the Howard Victor Skan Charitable Trust with match funding from the Hawk and Owl Trust.
- Study of road mortality among barn owls and recommendations to reduce the toll, carried out for the Highways Agency (1995 – 1998).
- Monitoring water voles in North Somerset for Bristol Zoo Gardens' release programme.
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