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WASHINGTON, April 30 (UPI) -- President Obama and Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda hailed a pact to move U.S. Marines and spoke of unity against North Korea's nuclear weapons program.
The two met at the White House Monday, telling reporters that much of their discussions were on North Korea's nuclear program and signals that Pyongyang may conduct an underground nuclear test after its failed missile launch.
"We continue our close consultations on the provocative actions of North Korea, which are a sign of weakness and not strength, and only serve to deepen Pyongyang's isolation," Obama told during a joint news conference with Noda.
"There is a great possibility they will conduct a nuclear test" Noda said through an interpreter. "And I believe the international community all together will need to call for restraint on the part of [North Korea]."
Concerning the reduction and relocation of U.S. Marines on Okinawa, Obama said the two leaders reviewed the agreement reached on realigning U.S. forces in Japan. Last week, the two governments presented a plan for the United States to relocate 9,000 of its 19,000 Marines based on Okinawa to other places in the Pacific region and move the marine facility to a less populated area of the island.
"We recognize that the U.S.-Japan alliance will remain the foundation of the security and prosperity of our two nations, [and a cornerstone of regional peace and security," Obama said. "This reflects our effort to modernize America's defense posture in the Asia-Pacific with forces that are more broadly distributed, more flexible and more sustainable."
Noda also thanked the United States for its support in the aftermath of the disastrous 2011 earthquake and tsunami that led to a nuclear plant catastrophe and said the Japan-U.S. alliance "reached new heights."
Another topic Monday was Japan's possible membership in the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a trade alliance that is part of Obama's strategy to increase U.S. exports and influence in the Asia-Pacific region.
"We instructed our teams to continue our consultation regarding Japan's interest in joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership, which would benefit both our economies and the region," Obama said.
Noda said the two countries will deepen bilateral economic ties and "fortify the growth and prosperity of the two countries through the promotion of economic integration in the Asia-Pacific region," which includes consultation on Japan's participating in the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
The two also touched on joint efforts concerning energy and cultural exchanges and agreed to "deepen our cooperation on nuclear safety, clean energy and cybersecurity to enhance our economic competitiveness," Obama said.


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Lawyer quits case of Pakistan doctor who aided CIA
PESHAWAR, Pakistan -- The lawyer for the Pakistani doctor who helped the U.S. find Osama bin Laden said Sunday he wouldn't represent him any longer after facing threats from militants, even as America pushes for the man to be freed.
Lawyer Samiullah Khan Afridi said he made the decision after he received what he described as a "final" warning from militants. Afridi said he represented Dr. Shakil Afridi on humanitarian grounds, but said it is now not possible for him to continue. The two Afridis are not related.
"Now they have warned me to either quit the case or be ready to face the dire consequences," Afridi told The Associated Press. "My family and I are under severe threat."
The lawyer also said that the undue U.S. pressure on Pakistan for his client's release also hurt him. Officials at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad could not be immediately reached for comment.
Dr. Shakil Afridi was initially sentenced to 33 years in prison in May 2012 after being convicted of providing money and medical treatment to Islamic militants in Khyber tribal region -- not for helping the CIA track down bin Laden. His family and the militants have denied the allegations. A Pakistani court later reduced Afridi's sentence 23 years on appeal.
Afridi is widely believed to have been targeted by Pakistani authorities because of running the vaccination program that collected DNA to try to verify bin Laden's presence in the town of Abbottabad. U.S. commandos killed the al-Qaida chief in a unilateral raid in 2011, angering and embarrassing Pakistan's government. In their eyes, Afridi was a traitor who had collaborated with a foreign spy agency in an illegal operation on Pakistani soil.
Afridi through his lawyers has denied helping the CIA, though U.S. lawmakers have confirmed he had a role in the hunt for Bin Laden. The U.S. has exerted diplomatic pressure for his release.
Meanwhile Sunday, a suicide bombing targeting refugees registering with the government killed five people in northwestern city of Peshawar, police official Najibullah Khan said. The blast, which struck as refugees stood in line at a soccer field, also wounded 12, Khan said.
He said officials were registering people who had been displaced by fighting in the nearby Khyber tribal region.
Also Sunday, two roadside bomb blasts killed a Pakistani paramilitary soldier and wounded four in the town of Mamund in the Bajur tribal region near the Afghan border, local government official Abdul Haseeb Khan said.
No one immediately claimed responsibility for the attacks.
Pakistan's local Taliban have been fighting against the state in a bid to overthrow the government and install their own harsh brand of Islamic Shariah. They've killed thousands of people.
Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has made negotiations with the militants a centerpiece of his government policy since he took office last summer, though no deal has been struck.
Cricketer turned politician Imran Khan also shared Sharif's stance on negotiations with the militants, but he has been accusing the prime minister's government of rigging the last year's elections.
On Sunday, Khan's party held a rally on a main thoroughfare across Pakistani parliament, with thousands of supporters attending. Khan demanded the government to sack the members of the Pakistani election commission for what he alleged was the rigging of last year's elections.
Khan announced that his party would keep on holding such rallies in various Pakistani cities until electoral reforms ensured fair elections.
Associated Press writers Asif Shahzad in Islamabad, Pakistan and Anwarullah Khan in Khar, Pakistan, contributed to this report.

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U.S. Women's Weekly Update for Jan. 16
Bill Kauffman
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 16, 2012) – The current U.S. Women's National Team Weekly update released on Jan. 16 includes briefs on U.S. players competing overseas and other team news.
REVISED FIVB WORLD GRAND PRIX SCHEDULE: Upon confirmation from the FIVB, the 2012 FIVB World Grand Prix schedule has some pool adjustments from the initial announcement made in December. The U.S. opens the tournament in Pool B held June 8-10 in Dominican Republic. The U.S. will face No. 8 Germany, No. 9 Dominican Republic and either No. 15 Kenya or No. 28 Chinese Taipei (depends on outcome of World Grand Prix qualifying match). Team USA's schedule does not get any easier the following week with a trip to Brazil to play the host country, No. 4 Italy and a rematch with Germany. During the final preliminary round weekend held June 22-24, the U.S. takes on No. 6 Serbia, No. 12 Thailand and either Kenya or Chinese Taipei in Thailand. For the complete press release, click here.
UPDATED INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER LIST: USA Volleyball has processed a total of 159 international transfer for U.S. female athletes with additional transfers expected to come. To view the latest list, click here.
2011 U.S. WOMEN'S NATIONAL TEAM YEARBOOK: The 2011 U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team Yearbook includes detailed season recap, match-by-by recap capsules loaded with photos, updated player biographies and 2012 storylines as the U.S. Women head into the 2012 Olympic Games. To view the yearbook, click here.
LARSON WITH DINAMO KAZAN IN RUSSIA: For the second year in a row, U.S. Women's National Team outside hitter Jordan Larson (Hooper, Neb.) is competing for Dinamo Kazan of the Russia Super League. Kazan improved to 9-2 by defeating Serverstal 25-21, 25-20, 25-12 on Jan. 14. Larson pitched in 14 kills on 24 swings and two blocks for 16 points. Kazan, now in second place with 25 points in the Russia Super League, plays Tyumen Tyumen (4-7) on Jan. 22 in its next Super League match. Kazan is also competing in the CEV Champions League and is currently in first place with a 5-0 record. Larson scored a team-high seven points with six kills and a block (through two sets, final stats not available) in a 3-0 Kazan victory over Poland's Atom Trefl Sopot on Jan. 11. Kazan concludes Pool C against Czech Republic's VK Modranska Prostejov on Jan. 17. To read Larson's blog, click here.
AKINRADEWO WITH DINAMO KRASNODAR IN RUSSIA: U.S. Women's National Team middle blocker Foluke Akinradewo (Plantation, Fla.) is competing for Dinamo Krasnodar of the Russia Super League in 2011-2012. Krasnador improved to 8-3 in the Super League following a 25-18, 25-19, 25-20 victory over Torch on Jan. 15. Akinradewo tallied eight points with four kills, two blocks and two aces. Krasnador returns to Super League action on Jan. 22 against Avtodor-Metar (1-10). Dinamo Krasnodar topped Rote Raben Vilsbiburg 21-25, 25-7, 25-14, 25-18 on Jan. 12 to start the CEV Cup 8th Final Round. The two teams meet again at Krasnodar on Jan. 19.
TOM WITH FENERBAHCE UNIVERSAL IN TURKEY: U.S. Women's National Team outside hitter Logan Tom (Salt Lake City, Utah) is competing for Fenerbahce Universal of the Turkish League in 2011-2012. Tom tallied nine points with eight kills and an ace in helping lead Fenerbahce to a 25-18, 21-25, 25-13, 25-13 victory over third-place VakifBank T.Telekom (9-4) on Jan. 14. Tom also provided a 54 positive service reception on 13 attempts. Fenerbahce, currently 13-0 in the league, takes on second-place Eczacibasi (12-1) on Jan. 21 in its next Turkish league match. Fenerbahce is tied for first place in the CEV Champions League first-round Pool B after defeating ASPTT Mulhouse on Jan. 11. Tom scored five points with four aces and a kill on eight swings in the victory. Fenerbahce, now 4-1 with 12 points in Pool B, concludes the main phase against Dresdner SC on Jan. 17. The match can be viewed online by clicking here.
BERG, WILSON WITH VILLA CORTESE IN ITALY: U.S. Women's National Team setter Lindsey Berg (Honolulu) and past U.S. National Team player Makare Wilson (Gardena, Calif.) are playing for MC-Carnaghi Villa Cortese in the Italian Serie A1 in 2011-2012. Villa Cortese defeated Chieri Torino 25-19, 25-11, 19-25, 25-20 on Jan. 15. Berg set Villa Cortese to a 46 kills percent and .320 hitting efficiency in the victory, including a 64 kill percent in the second set. Wilson scored six points with three kills and three blocks. Villa Cortese improves to 11-2 on the season with 32 points, just three points behind league-leader Yamamay Busto Arsizio. Villa Cortese takes on third-place Chateaux d'Ax Urbino (10-2, 30 points) on Jan. 22 in its next Italian Serie A1 match. Villa Cortese improved to 2-3 in CEV Champions League action in the first round Pool A after defeating Schweriner SC 25-21, 25-22, 25-17 on Jan. 10. Neither Berg nor Wilson competed in the match, although past NCAA stars Sarah Pavan from Canada scored 18 points and Aury Cruz from Puerto Rico added 15 points in the victory. Villa Cortese closes out Pool A with a Jan. 17 match against group-leader RC Cannes (5-0) needing to perform well. The match can be viewed online by clicking here. According to the CEV Champions League regulations, only the top two teams from each pool advance, along with the top two third-place teams. Villa Cortese faces Rebecchi Nordmeccanica Piacenza on Jan. 24 to start the Italian Serie A1 Cup quarterfinal round.
DAVIS, RICHARDS WITH PIACENZA IN ITALY: U.S. Women's National Team libero Nicole Davis (Stockton, Calif.) and outside hitter Kristin Richards (Orem, Utah) are part of the Italian Serie A1 Rebecchi Nordmeccanica Piacenza squad in 2011-2012. Piacenza edged Norda Foppapedretti Bergamo 25-16, 25-19, 20-25, 10-25, 15-12 on Jan. 15 to improve to 7-6 on the season with 19 points. Davis provided a 65 positive service reception on 26 attempts, while Richards came off the bench in the third and fourth sets to provide a 50 positive reception percent on four chances. Piacenza, now in fifth place, plays LIU-JO Volley Modena (4-9, 14 points) on Jan. 22 in its next Serie A1 match. The match can be watched live on Diretta Sportube.tv. Rebecchi Nordmeccanica Piacenza faces MC Carnaghi Villa Cortese on Jan. 24 to start the Italian Serie A1 Cup quarterfinal round.
BARBOZA, HARMOTTO WITH MODENA IN ITALY: U.S. Women's National Team outside hitter Cynthia Barboza (Long Beach, Calif.) and middle blocker Christa Harmotto (Hopewell, Pa.) are competing for LIU-JO Modena of the Italian Serie A1 in 2011-2012. Modena lost to third-place Chateaux d'Ax Urbino 22-25, 26-24, 25-22, 25-21 on Jan. 15 to fall to 4-9 on the season. Harmotto charted seven kills on 13 swings, three blocks and an ace for 11 points. Barboza contributed five kills on 10 errorless attacks in the loss to go with a block for six points. Juliann Faucette, a past U.S. Women's National A2 member, was a sub for Urbino in the second set. Modena, now in ninth place with 14 points, challenges Rebecchi Nordmeccanica Piacenza on Jan. 22 in its next Italian Serie A1 match. The match can be watched live on Diretta Sportube.tv. In the Italian Serie A1 Cup, Modena has already advanced to the semifinal round with a quarterfinal round bye. They will face the winner of Yamamay Busto Arsizio and Asystel Volley Novara's quarterfinal round challenge.
KLINEMAN WITH PESARO IN ITALY: U.S. Women's National Team outside hitter Alix Klineman (Manhattan Beach, Calif.) is competing for Scavolini Pesaro of the Italian Serie A1 in the 2011-2012 club season. Klineman scored a team-high 23 points on Jan. 15, but it was not enough to defeat Yamamay Busto Arsizio in a tough-five set match (25-14, 25-23, 19-25, 22-25, 15-9). Klineman totaled 18 kills on 41 attacks, three aces and two blocks while taking 25 of the team's 93 service receptions with a 40 positive percent. Pesaro, now 5-8 in the Serie A1 Division and in seventh-place with 16 points, challenges eighth-place Cariparma SiGrade Parma (5-8, 15 points) on Jan. 21 in a match that can be seen on Rai Sport 1 television. Pesaro is also competing in the CEV Champions League in which the team sits atop Pool E with a 4-1 record and 12 points in Pool E. Klineman chalked up 11 kills on 32 attacks, four blocks and an ace for a team-high 16 points in leading Scavolini to a 25-23, 25-17, 25-22 victory over Crvena Zvezda Beograd on Jan. 12. Pesaro plays Russia powerhouse Dinamo Moscow on Jan. 17 in its next Champions League match. The contest will be the CEV Match of the Week and can be viewed live on the Internet by clicking here.
LLOYD WITH BUSTO ARSIZIO IN ITALY: U.S. Women's National Team setter Carli Lloyd (Bonsall, Calif.) is playing for Yamamay Busto Arsizio of the Italian Serie A1 for the 2011-2012 season. Lloyd continues to push Yamamay Busto Arsizio to the top of the Serie A1 standings as she helped her team battle to a 25-14, 25-23, 19-25, 22-25, 15-9 victory over Scavolini Pesaro on Jan. 15. She set her squad to a 41 kill percent and .266 hitting efficiency while chipping in three individual kills on seven attacks with two blocks for five points. Busto Arsizio remains undefeated with a 12-0 record and leads second-place MC Carnaghi Villa Cortese by three points. For a photo gallery of the match, click here. Busto Arsizio looks to stay unbeaten on Jan. 22 as it plays 10th-place Chieri Torino (2-11, 6 points). In CEV Cup action, Busto Arsizio topped Azerbaijan's Igtisadchi Baku 26-24, 25-17, 27-25 in a hard-fought 85-minute home match on Jan. 11. Busto Arsizio came back from a 23-22 deficit in the first set and a 22-20 deficit in the third set. For a photo gallery of the match, click here. The two teams complete the 8th Final Round phase on Jan. 19 in Baku. In the Italian Serie A1 Cup, Busto Arsizio will face Asystel Volley Novara on Jan. 24 to start the quarterfinal round.
PAOLINI WITH ICOS CREMA IN ITALY: U.S. Women's National Team middle blocker Lauren Paolini (Ann Arbor, Mich.) is playing for Icos Crema Volley in the Italian Serie A2 Division for 2011-2012. For the second consecutive week, Icos Crema lost in five sets, this time a 25-22, 15-25, 25-21, 17-25, 15-12 match to first-place Esse-Ti Nef Loreto (13-2, 38 points). Paolini totaled 17 points with 11 kills on 18 attacks, five blocks and an ace. Icos Crema falls to 11-4 to conclude the first half of the season with 34 points for third place in Serie A2. The squad returns to action on Jan. 22 to open the second half against Infotel Forli (4-11, 7 points), which finished 15th in the first half of the season.
KIM GLASS, SPICER WITH RABITA BAKU IN AZERBAIJAN: U.S. Women's National Team outside hitter Kim Glass (Lancaster, Pa.) and setter Nellie Spicer (Barrington, Ill.) are competing for Rabita Baku of the Azerbaijan Super League. Rabita Baku is also competing in the CEV Champions League and is currently tied for first place in Pool B with Fenerbahce Universal. Rabita Baku defeated Dresdner SC 25-17, 25-17, 25-16 on Jan. 10. Glass started the first two sets compiling three aces and a kill as part of a four-point performance. Spicer was a sub in the third set. Rabita Baku finished Pool B against ASPTT Mulhouse on Jan. 17. The match can be viewed online by clicking here. Rabita resumes the Azerbaijan Super League on Jan. 22 versus Azeryolservis. The squad will take a 3-0 record in to the match.
BOWN, TAMAS WITH AZERRAIL BAKU IN AZERBAIJAN: U.S. Women's National Team middle blockers Heather Bown (Yorba Linda, Calif.) and Jennifer Tamas (Milpitas, Calif.) are playing for Azerrail Baku in the Azerbaijan Super League in 2011-2012. In addition, Azerrail Baku is competing in the CEV Champions League. Azerrail dropped its second match in Pool D, a 25-23, 25-18, 22-25, 25-21 setback to Volley Bergamo on Jan. 12. Bown notched 13 points with five kills on 10 errorless attacks to go with an impressive seven blocks and an ace. Tamas was a sub in all four sets totaling one kill and one ace for two points. Azerrail Baku, which is still in second place in Pool D with 10 points and one point out of first place, concludes the main phase against 2004 Tomis Constanta on Jan. 17. The match can be viewed online by clicking here. Azerrail Baku will take its 3-0 Super League record into the next round on Jan. 22 against Baki.
METCALF, THOMAS WITH LOKOMOTIV BAKU IN AZERBAIJAN: U.S. Women's National Team opposite Nancy Metcalf (Hull, Iowa) and middle blocker Elisha Thomas (Grass Valley, Calif.) are playing for Lokomotiv Baku of the Azerbaijan Super League in 2011-2012. Lokomotiv Baku began its CEV Challenge Cup 16th Final Round home-and-home series with Zok Split 1700 with a 25-18, 25-21, 25-15 victory on Jan. 11. The two teams complete the series on Jan. 18 at Baku. Lokomotiv resumes Super League action on Jan. 22 against Igtisadchi.
HANEEF-PARK WITH IGTISADCHI BAKU IN AZERBAIJAN: U.S. Women's National Team opposite Tayyiba Haneef-Park (Laguna Hills, Calif.) is playing in the Azerbaijan Super League with Igtisadchi Baku in 2011-2012. Igtisadchi Baku is also taking part in the CEV Cup and has advanced to the 8th Final Round. In the first match of a home-and-home series with Yamamay Busto Arsizio, Igtisadchi Baku was edged 26-24, 25-17, 27-25 on Jan. 15. Baku led late in both the first and third sets (23-22 in the first, 22-20 in the third), but could not hold on to the leads. The two teams complete the 8th Final Round phase on Jan. 19 in Baku. Igtisadchi resumes Super League action on Jan. 22 against Lokomotiv Baku.
HODGE, ALISHA GLASS WITH POLAND'S ATOM TREFL SOPOT: U.S. Women's National Team outside hitter Megan Hodge (Durham, N.C.) and setter Alisha Glass (Leland, Mich.), both Penn State University products, are playing for Poland's Atom Trefl Sopot in 2011-2012. Sopot (11-3) triumphed over Impel Gwardia Wroclaw 25-27, 26-24, 25-23, 25-22 in a tightly contest four set match on Jan. 14. Hodge scored 12 points with 11 kills on 39 attacks and a block. Glass started the first, third and fourth sets in setting Sopot to a 33 team kill percent. She added three kills on four errors attacks, along with a block for four individual points. In CEV Champions League action, Sopot is in second place with a 3-2 record in Pool C. Hodge tallied a match-high nine points (through the first two sets as final stats not available) in a three-set loss to Dinamo Kazan on Jan. 11, all on kills via 21 attacks. She added a 76 positive reception percent on 17 chances. Glass set Sopot to a 34 team kill percent through the first two sets. Sopot takes on Pool C's third-place team Volero Zurich on Jan. 17 and the match can be viewed online by clicking here. To read Glass' blog, click here.
CRIMES, MIYASHIRO, LICHTMAN WITH POLAND'S BKS ALUPROF BIELSKO-BIALA: U.S. Women's National Team middle blocker Alexis Crimes (Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.), spiker Cassidy Lichtman (Poway, Calif.) and libero Tamari Miyashiro (Kaneohe, Hawaii) are competing for BKS Aluprof Bielsko Biala in the Poland Plus Liga. Bielsko-Biala (10-5) lost to Tauron MKS Dabrowa Gornicza 28-26, 25-23, 25-19 on Jan. 15. Crimes notched four points with two kills and two blocks. Lichtman was a sub in the third set. Bielsko-Biala faces Impel Gwardia Wroclaw in its next Plus Liga on Jan. 21. In the CEV Cup 8th Final Round opener, Bielsko-Biala lost to Uralochka-NTMK Ekaterinburg 25-9, 25-15, 27-25 on Jan. 11. The two teams complete the home-and-home series on Jan. 18 at Bielsko Biala.
HOOKER WITH SOLLYS/NESTLE IN BRAZIL: Destinee Hooker (San Antonio, Texas) is competing for Sollys/Nestle in the Brazil Superliga during the 2011-2012 club season. Hooker tallied 12 points in sparking Sollys/Nestle to a 25-20, 25-20, 25-21 victory over Macae Sports on Jan. 10. She was credited with seven kills, four blocks and an ace in the victory. Sollys/Nestle lost for the first time during the season in seven matches after falling to Usiminas/Minas 25-21, 15-25, 26-24, 25-17 on Jan. 13. Hooker charted 12 kills on 42 swings as part of a 13-point night. Sollys/Nestle takes its 6-1 record into the eighth round against Pinheiros on Jan. 16, followed by a key match against Volei Futuro on Jan. 20. To follow Hooker in social media platforms, visit destineehooker19.blogspot.com/ for her blog and by clicking here for her Facebook athlete page.
SYKORA WITH VOLEI FUTURO IN BRAZIL: Stacy Sykora (Burleson, Texas) has returned to Brazil to compete with her club team Volei Futuro in the Brazil Superliga. Volei Futuro defeated Usiminas/Minas 25-15, 25-21, 25-15 on Jan. 10 and Esporte Clube Pinheiros 22-25, 19-25, 25-21, 25-18, 15-13 on Jan. 13 to improve to 7-0 in the league. Sykora did not suit for either of the two victories. Volei Futuro returns to action on Jan. 17 against Sesi Sao Paulo on Jan. 17, followed by a key match against Sollys/Nestle (6-1) on Jan. 20. Sykora, who was seriously injured in a bus accident during last spring's Brazil Superliga playoffs, suited up for the season-opening match on Dec. 9 against Mackenzie. However, she has not suited in the past four matches.
GIBBEMEYER WITH TOYOTA AUTO BODY IN JAPAN: U.S. Women's National Team middle blocker Lauren Gibbemeyer is playing for Toyota Auto Body of the Japan V-League during the 2011-2012 club season. Toyota defeated NEC Red Rockets 25-21, 25-18, 25-22 on Jan. 14 as Gibbemeyer carried eight kills on 23 attacks and two blocks for 10 points in the victory. However, Toyota could not pull the upset over Toray (6-1) the following day in a 25-17, 26-24, 25-15 loss. Gibbemeyer provided her team with 13 kills on 24 attacks with just one error to go with a block for 14 total points. Toyota (3-4) returns to action on Jan. 21 against Hisamitsu, followed by a Jan. 22 contest versus league-leader Denso (6-1). Both matches will be played at Hyogo's Himeji Municipal Central Gymnasium.


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Many Irish Americans feel a deep, spiritual connection to Ireland, my homeland and the birthplace of our ancestors. This affinity intrigues me.
What amazes me most is that many American's ancestors left Ireland because of dire poverty and starvation. Yet despite the difficulties of their lives in Ireland, they brought a great love of their homeland with them to the United States. I think there are few groups of immigrants so deeply linked to their homeland by nostalgic memories. This spiritual, mystical connection has been passed down through the generations.
In my twenty something years living in the US, many American friends have recounted fond memories of their Irish grandparents or great-grandparents. They attribute their great admiration to a warmth, wit, turn-of-phrase, or generally pleasant outlook on life.
In November 2012 I featured a guest post on the topic of Celtic Religion. It generated some wonderful, thought-provoking comments. One reader asked:
"What do you think it is that all of us of Irish descent,
many of whom have never been there
or are now generations from our ancestors
who left the old country, are so attracted to?"
-Question By Spencer
This question generated some very interesting responses. So interesting, I thought they deserved a blog post all of their own. Here are some responses from other readers:
"It not an attraction, it's an anchor in a spinning universe. And it matters little that some of the 'stuff' is twee beyond words (little people). Some of the stuff downright physically painful( Irish dance). Some crazy. But it is mostly genius, loyal and ancient, all with grit and gumption. And part of you."
– Response By Vince
"After visiting Ireland in 2011, I would have to agree with you on it being an anchor, Vince. It's an anchor that has a constant pull on me and I really want to return. It also haunts everything I do and enjoy!"
– Response by Chris
"My Grandad- whose Dad was Irish- was my absolute favorite person in the world. Since he passed away, everything Irish has taken his place in my heart as #1. So basically a love of our relatives, of our families, and a desire to know more about who we are and where we come from is what I think attracts us most."
– Response By Aimee
I believe part of the attraction is an instinctual desire to honor all of God's creation. After so much time of modern human disrespect and delusions of controlling the Mother Earth and her inhabitants that balance is longed for. We have ventured so far from what feeds us both physically and spiritually."
– Response By Penny
A big thank you to everyone for their wonderful responses. A special thank you to Vince for his insightful comment and for coining such a magnificent phrase, when he declared Ireland to be "our anchor in a spinning universe".
And so today I am asking you to join in this conversation and tell us why Ireland is your "anchor in a spinning universe". Feel free to add your two cents worth in the comments below. I look forward to your answers.
Slán agus beannacht,
(Goodbye and blessings)
Irish American Mom
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NFL Football Puzzles
Today we have a guest post from Elizabeth Eckhart. Eckhart is a freelance entertainment and pop culture blogger, an avid puzzler, and has a completed 3,000 piece work hanging in her home in her living room.
NFL Football Puzzles Football preseason is upon us, and as a truly dedicated fan you've likely done everything to prepare. You've tested the delivery times of the six closest pizza companies and you've ensured the garage fridge has been successfully transitioned into The Snack Fridge. Now you're killing time until training camp is finished. There's only so many times you can possibly check for team news—plus, knowing you, the updates are instantly streamlined to your smartphone. So what's a fan to do? Luckily for you, Puzzle Warehouse has NFL team themed puzzles to keep your brain active while you wait (also, while browsing, you'll notice some great collegiate football team puzzles if that's more your style).
With the 150 NFL team piece puzzles, the framed version will make an excellent addition to your screening room, man cave, or basement-turned-entertainment center. The puzzles, though not extravagant in the sheer number of pieces, are attractive and have pieces large enough to easily include any youngsters—also NFL fans, of course— to help. The official NFL New Orleans Saints puzzle also has the logo and a Saints helmet. When finished, grab the Smart Puzzle Glue and hang the image near the TV. All puzzles have a dual purpose: first you build it, then you get to frame it to display your impressive work. Check out some of these 150 piece team puzzles.
Official NFL Dallas Cowboys by Wincraft Sports. 150 pieces. 17" x 11"
Official NFL Green Bay Packers by Wincraft Sports. 150 pieces. 17" x 11"
Official NFL San Francisco 49ers by Wincraft Sports. 150 pieces. 17" x 11" If you're looking for a more challenging puzzle that might last throughout the season, give the NFL Team Map a try. Now you're not only showing your support and passion for football, you're also throwing in a healthy dose of patriotism. When you're done, circle your home state and vandalize the state of your team's biggest rival, or leave the puzzle intact—it's up to you. No matter what you choose to do, the Team Map will provide a colorful and aesthetically pleasing addition to your wall (and I say the United States of Football image is much better than the animal or flower puzzle your neighbor's doing, although that may just be me!)
NFL Team Map by Promotional Partners Worldwide. 500 pieces. Some, though few, may be able to stomach purchasing another team's puzzle. If you can, purchase your own respective team's puzzle and a friend's. Sit down with your pal, start the clock, and see who finishes the puzzle first. That way, no matter whose team comes out on top, you might still have the bragging rights to another type of game. Put that competitive spirit to good use. When your puzzles are complete, grab a cold beverage and a NFL Sunday Ticket (available at www.direct.tv) and enjoy the best season of the year! Check out some more NFL puzzles in this "highlight reel":
Official NFL New York Jets by Wincraft Spots. 500 pieces. Finished size: 20.5" round
Baltimore Ravens - 2012 Super Bowl Champions by White Mountain. 550 pieces. 18" x 24"
Cowboys Stadium by White Mountain. 550 pieces. 18" x 24"


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Patrick Michaud just pushed some changes in r33907 that made hash slices work, so I went rumaging around in S02 and unfudged about 20 passing TODO tests. I also added about 15 tests to S29-trig/trig.t relating to and hyperbolic trig functions.
Currently the test suite has 6969-1485=5484 passing tests, rock on!
All tests successful, 1485 subtests skipped.
Files=249, Tests=6969, 613 wallclock secs (498.93 cusr + 29.40 csys = 528.33 CPU)


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Geneabloggers is a great site for people involved in both genealogy and blogs. It is a great place to learn & share. Gini Webb runs a posting there called "May I Introduce You?" where she tells about people who write genealogy blogs. Last week I was pleasantly surprised when she contacted me, wanting to do a post centered on me. She sent me a list of questions which I was happy to answer. Thanks, Gini!
How Colleen Got Started in Genealogy
Colleen didn't realize genealogy existed until about 1990, when she had come across and purchased a book titled: Do People Grow on Family Trees? Genealogy for Kids and Other Beginners, by Ira Wolfman with a forward by Alex Haley. Within its pages Colleen had made a marvelous discovery. She could discover more about her family than just the stories. Colleen had always thought family history was an oral history; stories told by family members and then passed on to the next generation. She grabbed a notebook and trotted off to her local Family History Center where she learned about microfilm and microfiche.
Colleen traveled to the National Archives in Pittsfield, MA to find census records and city directories. Each time she would come across an ancestor's name, she was "thrilled." Soon, family vacations included trips to cemeteries to search for ancestors. Colleen's notebook grew into several binders, a filing cabinet and a small library of genealogy books.
Colleen's mother Alberta Joy (Gardner) Brown and her mother, Colleen's grandmother, Helen (Coyle) Gardner, would share the stories of their lives as little girls, growing up in New York City with Colleen. As a little girl herself, Colleen wanted to go back in time and have fun with those little girls. "When I learned that I could do genealogy for my family, I began with the Gardners and the Coyles in New York City.


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A series of fickle reefbreaks, notably at the ends of Thalia, Oak, and Brooks Streets. Can get good but very crowded when it is. Best during medium-sized winter swells. Brooks Street can be a great left.
Needs a bit of size to start breaking, so it only rates as medium consistency. A high-quality wave. Free but limited parking on the residential streets.


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This past weekend I had the chance to meet with several alternative housing folks to talk about various issues. It sparked some introspection and then I read a post over at Earthbag Building Blog which pointed out if you were to account for the time the average American spends earning money just to pay for standard home in the US, you work 15 years of your life just for your house. Fifteen years!
More than a third of the average American's after-tax income is devoted to shelter, usually rent or mortgage payments. If a person works from age 20 to age 65, it can be fairly argued that he or she has put in 15 years (20 in California) just to keep a roof over their head.
It struck me how the cost of a traditional home is not only money, but your time and what is time, but it is our lives, that precious commodity that we cannot buy more of. That said the case made for alternative housing based only money alone is pretty compelling. Here is the breakdown of what the average American ends up spending on their standard sized home. (source: Wall St. Journal, 2007)
So when you can buy a home for $10,000 or 30,000 or even $50,000, the amount you save and the life you gain back, the numbers are pretty compelling. Add to that the risk involved with taking a mortage, if you mess up once at any time over 30 years, all your money is gone and your credit ruined.
So let's take back our lives and put that money to a better use!


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Monday, September 30, 2013
Massive Transport of Tanks in New Orleans on the Huey P Long Bridge over the Mississippi River in Jefferson Parish
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RECON ALERT: Massive Transport of Tanks Moving on the Huey P Long Bridge over the Mississippi River in Jefferson Parish (Image: Live Free or Die/BeforeItsNews.com)
By Avalon
JEFFERSON PARISH — A massive transport of Tanks was spotted in New Orleans on the Huey P Long Bridge, which goes over the Mississippi River. The Google Coordinates are available on Google Maps – Huey P Long Bridge 29°56′39″N 90°10′08″W
Many will speculate these are in preparation for an 'Event' that has Intellihub.com investigators researching daily to find possible reasons there's been such a domestic military buildup recently.
Posted by John MacHaffie at 7:34:00 PM 8 comments
The Hotel Bill
An older lady decided to give herself a big treat for her 70th birthday by staying overnight in a really nice hotel.
When she checked out the next morning, the desk clerk handed her a bill for $250.00.
She demanded to know why the charge was so high.
"I agree it's a nice hotel, but the rooms aren't worth $250.00 for just an overnight stay!
I didn't even have breakfast."
The clerk told her that $250.00 is the 'standard rate', and breakfast had been included had she wanted it.
She insisted on speaking to the Manager.
The Manager appeared and, forewarned by the desk clerk, announced:
"This hotel has an Olympic-sized pool and a huge conference centre which are available for use."
"But I didn't use them," she said.
''Well, they are here, and you could have," explained the Manager.
He went on to explain that she could also have seen one of the in-hotel shows for which they were so famous.
"We have the best entertainers from the world over performing here," the Manager said.
"But I didn't go to any of those shows," she said."Well, we have them, and you could have," the Manager replied.
No matter what amenity the Manager mentioned, she replied, "But I didn't use it!"and the Manager countered with his standard response.
After several minutes discussion, and with the Manager still unmoved, she decided to pay, wrote a check and gave it to him.
The Manager was surprised when he looked at the check. "But madam, this check is for $50.00."
"That's correct I charged you $200.00 for sleeping with me," she replied.
"But I didn't!" exclaimed the very surprised Manager.
"Well, too bad, I was here, and you could have."
An older lady decided to give herself a big treat for her 70th birthday by staying overnight in a really nice hotel.
When she checked out the next morning, the desk clerk handed her a bill for $250.00.
She demanded to know why the charge was so high.
"I agree it's a nice hotel, but the rooms aren't worth $250.00 for just an overnight stay!
I didn't even have breakfast."
The clerk told her that $250.00 is the 'standard rate', and breakfast had been included had she wanted it.
She insisted on speaking to the Manager.
The Manager appeared and, forewarned by the desk clerk, announced:
"This hotel has an Olympic-sized pool and a huge conference centre which are available for use."
"But I didn't use them," she said.
''Well, they are here, and you could have," explained the Manager.
He went on to explain that she could also have seen one of the in-hotel shows for which they were so famous.
"We have the best entertainers from the world over performing here," the Manager said.
"But I didn't go to any of those shows," she said."Well, we have them, and you could have," the Manager replied.
No matter what amenity the Manager mentioned, she replied, "But I didn't use it!"and the Manager countered with his standard response.
After several minutes discussion, and with the Manager still unmoved, she decided to pay, wrote a check and gave it to him.
The Manager was surprised when he looked at the check. "But madam, this check is for $50.00."
"That's correct I charged you $200.00 for sleeping with me," she replied.
"But I didn't!" exclaimed the very surprised Manager.
"Well, too bad, I was here, and you could have."
Posted by John MacHaffie at 7:32:00 PM 0 comments
analysis of the VAST DIFFERENCE between Islam, the West and their respective religions
Dear Patriots (bcc herein w/permission to forward),
It is my pleasure to forward you this analysis of the VAST DIFFERENCE between Islam, the West and their respective religions as submitted by Author, Mike Scruggs.
The world is complex but its complexity is only compounded and made Worse when governments involve themselves in another's affairs.
Often, such involvement, disguised under that ever encroaching cloak & guise called Humanitarianism, is Never the real reason for said intrusion & involvement.
Often, such involvement is directly related to Money, Power & Control & expansionism is the ONLY way in which to achieve that Lofty Perch.
When this component serves as the dynamic mechanism for said involvement, War generally is the result which only produces long-term hatreds that Never go away but also suggests long-term Financial Alterations in which Billions upon Billions is realized.
ANYONE'S evolvement should come from their own hands & efforts relating to THEIR Country.
Their condition ,GOOD or BAD, should be brought about by that which THEY DECIDE TO DO just as WE Americans had to decide the same when King George became 'Overly Ambitious' and used us as a Stepping Stone for his Individual needs and conquests.
We have been led down a 'Garden Path' of many Falsehoods championed by a Legion of Socialists too numerous to mention and the only ones who have benefitted from these multiple and Never-Ending incursions, have been them and their heinous Ideology.
As such, the American Government now resembles a foreign bureau absent from ANY association with her former conscripts intent on detouring from Each while taking us further down their road to oblivion.
The result is an America that is Bankrupt and a Multi-Cultural Society whose Individual Cultures have been used as a plank-board for further Polarization that has equally benefitted the Separatist Socialists who have Divided this nation over multiple decades and for NO other reason than to extort the soul of a country for their Individual betterment and advancement.
This and more, as per Mr. Scruggs' analysis herein of the stark differences between the West & Islam and the respective religions involved, are a further testament of this exclaim.
We have been on a Path of Incredible Self-Destruction and Washington NO longer represents ANY American Values but rather, hides behind the Dark Walls they have created in our Name in order to promote and advance their Own Hegemony over us.
Craig Maus,
President, The Confederate Society of America
(Thank you MIKE for sharing. Most Excellent)
From: Mike Scruggs [mailto:email@example.com]
Sent: Monday, September 30, 2013 12:04 PM
To: Mike Scruggs
Subject: ISLAM AND THE WEST BY MIKE SCRUGGS
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To: Mike Scruggs
Subject: ISLAM AND THE WEST BY MIKE SCRUGGS
Islam and The West
Concerns about the Koran
By Mike ScruggsIslam, like Judaism and Christianity, is a revealed religion. In all three faiths, alleged revelation of spiritual and moral truth is recorded in a book or books that are considered sacred and foundational. Judaism has the books of the Old Testament, and Christianity has added the books of the New Testament to that foundation. The alleged divine revelation of truth and moral principles in Islam is the Koran. An important characteristic of revealed religion is that its teachings have the status of final divine authority and are therefore not subject to amendment or reinterpretation by mankind or majority vote.
The Bible was written over many centuries by men who are considered to have been divinely inspired. The Christian view is that their writings may reflect various literary styles, personalities, and historical contexts, but they impart divine truth as the authors were moved by God in the person of the Holy Spirit. The Jewish view of Scripture is similar but does not embrace Christian New Testament books or view God as a Divine Trinity— Father, Son (Jesus), and Holy Spirit.
Islam's view of the Koran goes far beyond the Judeo-Christian concept of divine inspiration. Muslins believe that the Koran was written by Allah (Arabic for God) and already existed in heaven before the Angel Gabriel gave it piecemeal to their Prophet. Muhammad faithfully revealed these passages to his followers as they were given to him over a period of 22 years. Shortly after his death in 632, Muhammad's followers compiled these revelations into a perfectly accurate rendering of the heavenly Koran.
The Koran is a little smaller than the New Testament and contains considerable repetition. For example, the story of the Exodus is repeated 27 times. Eliminating the repetitions in the Koran would make it only about 40 percent as big as the New Testament. Because the Koran's verses often neglect to give the full context of its revelations, other teachings of Muhammad recorded by his followers are critical to its interpretation. These are called the Hadiths. The Hadiths which Muslim scholars consider most reliable are regarded as truth only slightly less sacred and significant than the Koran itself. These collections are especially important because they help fill in the context and meaning of Koranic verses. Still, many objective Western scholars of the Koran consider about 20 percent of its verses to make little sense. Much Muslim scholarship goes into tracing and determining the authority and reliability of the Hadiths, but the Koran itself is not very open to different interpretations. In a society dominated by Islamic Law (Sharia) the penalty for doubting standard interpretations of the Koran can be death.
The Koran's many repetitions are often inaccurate borrowings from the Old Testament and other Jewish writings. Of the 27 repetitions of the Exodus story, the Passover—a very important part to Jews and Christians—is consistently left out. It also contains some confused Christian history and theology. For example, Isa (apparently Jesus) is said to be the son of Mary (confused with Miriam), the sister of Mosses and Aaron. Isa, the Jesus of Islam, is not the Son of God but only a Prophet and did not die on the cross or save anybody from their sins. He comes back at the end of time to destroy Christianity and convert people to Islam. Despite these obvious (and often distorted) borrowings, Muslims do not consider Islam to be a derivative of Judaism or Christianity. They consider Islam to be the original faith of Abraham of which Judaism and Christianity are corruptions.
Although "Allah" is a monotheistic god with many characteristics common to the Lord God of the Bible—all-powerful, all-knowing, sovereign over all nature and mankind—their personalities as painted by the Koran and the Bible respectively are quite different. Muslims insist that Allah and the Lord God of Judeo-Christianity are the same, but many Christians disagree. Most Muslims who have converted to Christianity, however, consider that Allah is God, but that Islam has badly distorted his true nature and personality.
One of the great concerns about Islam to the West is its violent nature. For 1400 years its principal way of spreading the Muslim faith has been the sword. The Koran calls for Holy War to make Islam the dominant religion of the world in no less than 109 verses. So much that Jihad must be considered a cardinal pillar of Islam. It seems secondary in importance only to the proclamation that Allah is the only god and Muhammad is his prophet.
The call to Jihad is really a derivative of another cardinal principle of Muslim theology—the Supremacy of Islam. This is seen especially in Surah (chapter) 9, verse 33:
"He it is who hath sent his Apostle with the Guidance and a religion of truth, that He may make it victorious over every other religion, albeit they who assign partners to God be averse from it."
It should be noted that "assigning partners to God" is a major sin in Islam, the Trinitarian God of Christianity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—is blasphemy to Muslims.
I often hear people claiming that with proper teaching or guidance Islam could be made into a more peaceful religion, more compatible with the West. This is close to being nonsense. Islam is a revealed religion not subject to change or pacification by majority vote or the influence of the West, women, or "moderates." The problem is in the Koran and the teachings of Muhammad. You cannot make Islam into a religion of peace without removing the Koran and Muhammad.
Another concern which the West must take into account when dealing with Islam is that according to the Koran and Muhammad, civil government and Islamic law, ideology, and religion should be inseparable. Most Sunni and Shia religious leaders consider democracy an affront to the Will of Allah.
Western governments that naively allow open-door immigration, especially massive increases in Muslim immigration, are inviting tumultuous troubles.
Posted by John MacHaffie at 7:29:00 PM 0 comments
US Navy Blimp Hovering Over Baltimore Conducting Aerial Mapping In Fema Region III
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US Navy Blimp Hovering Over Baltimore Conducting Aerial Mapping In Fema Region III by NTEB News Desk
Preparing America for FEMA interment camps
Germany, as a nation, watched as Hitler slowly rose to power. At each step along the way he left open clues for whoever was watching and paying attention to see what was truly going on. Hitler wrote nearly his entire manifesto for what he planned to do to Germany in his ghost-written book Mein Kampf.
RELATED STORY: Barack Hussein Obama and the Rise Of Hitler
In Obama's America in 2013, there are ample and open clues for those who war watching and paying attention. The blimp now hovering over Baltimore, Maryland is doing aerial mapping for FEMA Region III.
Just remember this: Hitler's concentration camps were not something he readily admitted to. Every step along the way he denied, denied and denied as the souls of over 11,000,000 people perished in them. The American government will deny, deny and deny the coming FEMA Camps every step along the way right up to the very moment YOU find yourself living in one, waiting to be executed.
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — You may have noticed an unusual sight over the Baltimore area in the last few days—a Navy balloon hovering in the sky. Christie Ileto explains what the blimp is doing.
The Navy is conducting aerial mapping over Baltimore, and it's caught the eye of many residents far below. If you've looked up lately, you may have spotted a U.S. Navy blimp hiding in the clouds, or hovering over Baltimore's harbor on clear sunny days.
"I've been seeing it all week. Like, every day," said Ashley Bradley. Almost 200-feet long, it's flying over Baltimore. "Me and my friends were actually talking about it and wondering what it was," Bradley said.
"I was coming down 95 and I was like, 'what is with that blimp?'" said Dennis McGill.
The U.S. Navy research laboratory says the blimp is a government research airship conducting aerial mapping, and that the MZ-3A lighter than air blimp began roaming above the D.C. area on September 21 and can remain stationary for more than 12 hours. The blimp is mapping in the flight restriction zones around Washington D.C. It includes places like the Department of Agriculture and at some of ourmajor airports like BWI.
YouTube video even shows the blimp propelled by two 180 horsepower engines, landing as far west as the Frederick Municipal Airport. The "Baltimore Blimp" as it's being called online, has even sparked Twitter discussions. People want to know what it's doing in the sky—others are just "blimp watching."
"Usually when they have a football game or something you see a blimp. But this one was, like, way high," McGill said. But the blimp won't be up for much longer. The research lab says after October 5, it's flying away. When the mission is complete, pilots will fly the blimp north to a base in New Jersey. Right now, it is stationed at the Naval Air Station in the Patuxent River.
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important update!
- Northeast Intelligence Network -
Two conversations with two insiders: "Expect the unexpected"
Posted By Director On September 28, 2013 @ 11:25 am
Image courtesy of Canada Free Press
28 September 2013: America is a captured operation, captured from within. Time is too short to mince words or to fear the ridiculous accusations of "doom porn," made either by the factually challenged or some paid, professional government trolls (see DHS Insider article [5]by this author, later verified in the media) describing what you are about to read.
Within the last 24 hours, I had two separate conversations with two different sources, each saying nearly the same thing: Expect the unexpected. Wake up. Understand that everything we're being told is a lie. We are at the epicenter of a 'perfect storm.'
The opening words coming from my source inside the intelligence community tell much. "These people [the Obama regime and his handlers] are 'pissed.' They did not get what they wanted with Syria because we put them behind schedule by exposing Benghazi. The 'alternative media' put them behind, but that doesn't mean they've given up. Far from it. What it means is that they have the same objective, but are switching plans."
To be clear, I asked about their end-game objective.
"The take-down of America as a viable global power, economically and militarily. They are counting on people's attention being diverted to political theater, which is exactly what's happening right now with the budget showdown. But no one is looking beyond the stage act and if they are, very few are understanding what they are seeing. They are thinking too small and are still clinging to the right-left paradigm of political theater," he stated.
The objective is to create a new global economic and power structure by removing the U.S. dollar as the world's reserve currency. By making the U.S. subservient to a global power structure. Why isn't anyone in the media talking about this? Because they are complicit. Why aren't the majority of those in the 'alternative media' talking about this? Because they are not looking at the bigger picture. The lie is bigger than they realize."
At this point, I informed my intelligence source about my conversation hours before with a financial insider who uses the internet pen-name "V, The Guerrilla Economist." This financial insider has a near perfect record of accurate financial predictions as documented by his multiple disclosures on The Hagmann & Hagmann Report, from the Bank of Japan through, most recently, Deutsche Bank. In addition to being a regular guest on The Hagmann & Hagmann Report [6], he recently founded the website Rogue Money [7] and appeared on Coast to Coast AM with George Noory last week. He was emphatic about the current liquidity crisis in the U.S.
"We're broke, bankrupt, and not by accident, but by design." he stated. "While some 18,000-plus Yankee fans who incredibly stood in line for hours last week to stake their claim to some cheap and meaningless plastic bobble-head of a retiring sports figure, their country and their pensions and retirement accounts are about to be looted. Sadly, this is the prevailing mentality that is allowing the power brokers and the complicit media to do what they will. But it's even bigger. A perfect military, economic and political storm is brewing."
"What people must realize is that China and Russia are acutely aware of our economic and military vulnerabilities, and are exploiting those vulnerabilities. China has positioned their economy for domination, world domination. Additionally, they have increased their military power to surpass that of the U.S.," he added.
"Currently, the Russians are teaming up with the Chinese and conducting war exercises. Remember that in 2008, a war simulation conducted using U.S. Joint Strike Force F-35 fighters against the Russian Su-35 heavy fighters, it was clear that the clear victors were the Russians. The U.S. JSF f-35s were 'clubbed like baby seals [8].'
Don't think for a minute that the Chinese and the Russians aren't positioning themselves to dominate the U.S. militarily. In light of the U.S. involvement against Syria and Russia's push back, this is very significant," stated this financial insider. Concurrent with the information I received from my intelligence insider, "V" added that the time clock for the U.S. dollar as holding the position of the world's reserve currency is a ticking time bomb.
"Thanks to the policies of the Federal Reserve and this regime of economic psychopaths, the U.S. is in very deep financial trouble. Yet, you have politicians and talking heads on the news telling everyone that everything is okay. It's far from okay, and we'll be experiencing the same that is happening in Europe, with bank runs and bank holidays, in addition to the looting of our pensions and retirement accounts. It's just a matter of when, not if." He also added that it is obvious that the plan is a single global currency, a one world economy. And with that comes a one world power structure to oversee this new world financial order.
"One more thing," added this financial insider. "Domestically, watch more municipalities go belly up across the U.S., like Detroit. Do you know which city is right behind Detroit in terms of teetering on bankruptcy," he asked me. "New York City. That's right, New York City is right behind Detroit" and headed for a financial apocalypse.
Looking at the larger picture, we are at the precipice of an economic collapse that will make the Great Depression look like a holiday at "Club Med," compliments of the elite membership within "Club Fed." "Club Fed" is populated by both democrats and republicans, progressives and conservatives, those elected and others appointed, all rabidly pining for a new world economic order. It is an incestuous group of international and domestic families consumed and propelled by greed and power who have been at this for decades, even generations.
As a result of their insatiable greed and lust for power and control, we are about to experience the pain of a world-wide crash and economic depression that will leave no one untouched. Moreover, it has been planned, awaiting the "perfect storm" to be formed. The last few isobars have been drawn on the map of devastation, and we are now in a short and deceptive calm before this storm hits us like a freight train.
As I continued my discussion with my intelligence insider, I asked what we might expect next from Syria and the Russia-China push-back against U.S. and Saudi hegemony in the Middle East. "We can expect to get hit, the other shoe to drop, but perhaps not in the manner we expected. They, the power brokers, the international bankers, the globalists will implement their agenda by whatever means fits the conditions that exist at the time. We've been saying that World War III will start in Syria, but their plans are not always foolproof. I don't think they counted on the 'alternative media' to be as effective in exposing the real deal behind Benghazi, which was a weapons running operation to Syria, to slow them down. But it did. Now, they are switching to plan B, C or even plan Q," he stated.
"We're in one of the most dangerous times in our history. Think about this, and I mean really think about it. If we believe that the real power masters were behind some of the most historic, life-altering and bloodiest events in history, whether it's Benghazi, the military overthrows of sovereign countries, or even elements of 9/11 and going back even further to the assassination of JFK, what are they capable of now? It's the same groups, the same families, but different generations. Their objectives have not changed."
"Look at D-Day as a classic example of the art of deception in wartime. And make no mistake, we are at war being waged by the globalists. Based on elaborate deceptions that convinced Hitler that Patton would lead an attack at Calais, the real invasion happened at Normandy," stated this intelligence insider. "They are using the same principals. They want to take us out from being politically, militarily and economically viable to implement their plans for a new global power structure. While we think the trigger event could happen in the Middle East, maybe it will happen in the U.S. instead. While we expected Syria to be the causative factor to usher in an economic collapse, perhaps the sequence of events have been changed," he stated.
Regardless, their plans remain. We must think bigger, much bigger, and expect the unexpected, from false flags to real collapse.
Prepare. Pray.
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[4] By Douglas J. Hagmann: mailto:firstname.lastname@example.com
[5] article : http://www.homelandsecurityus.com/archives/7666
[6] The Hagmann & Hagmann Report: http://www.homelandsecurityus.com/hagmann-hagmann-recent-broadcasts/v-the-guerrilla-economist
[7] Rogue Money: http://roguemoney.net/
[8] 'clubbed like baby seals: http://www.wired.com/dangerroom/2008/09/us-stealth-figh/
[9] Steve Quayle (V's alerts): http://www.stevequayle.com/
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5th Notice - September 30th, 2013
The Joint House Session
25 August 2013
Standing in the grace of God,
We in Congress assembled bring to the people of the United States of America the law of Contempt of the Constitution to ensure those elected to high office are held responsible and accountable for maintaining the Security, Integrity and Economic viability of the United States of America.
Having undertaken for the re-set of the Constitutional Republic and the Advancement of Christian Principal based government in the United States of America do by these presences solemnly and mutually in the presence of God combine ourselves together for the better Ordering and Preservation by the Authority and Power Reserved to We THE People Enact, Constitute, and frame the Contempt of Constitution to bring just and equal Laws, Ordinances, Acts, Constitutions and Covenants with offices and officers of high integrity to these United States of America.
IN WITNESS whereof, we in Congress Assembled submit for Enactment by the autograph of the Interim President R---------A----------H--------r with the enabling directive of immediate implementation upon autographing.
Respectively Submitted,
P----- V--------------t, Speaker of the House
August 29, 2013
In accord with the Political Will of We THE People, as Interim President of the De Jure United States of America, the Contempt of Constitution is enacted and implemented as law this 30th day of August 2013~
It is Ordered, sentenced and decreed~
Date:30th of August 2013
Autograph: - - - - - -/S/- - - - - -
Appellation: R----------A---------H----------r
Interim President
The United State of America
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WERE THEY NOT MURDERED ON THE GROUND BY 'O's REBEL ' HIT TEAM' ????
Exposing Obama's Cover-up Of The Death Of 22 Seal Team 6 Operators in Afghanistan
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Exposing Obama's Cover-up Of The Death Of 22 Seal Team 6 Operators in Afghanistan
San Diego CA, 09/2013 by Yoda and Dauntless Don
Following years of deliberate government smokescreens and whitewashes from the highest echelons of the Obama administration, the spouses and families of the fallen are still screaming for the truth. The Magnified View has undertaken a comprehensive worldwide investigation of the of the tragic deaths of 22 SEAL Team 6 Operators in Afghanistan. "President Obama and the politicians came for a photo-op at the memorial, put their arms around our shoulders, told us a bunch of lies, then disappeared", said Charlie Strange, outspoken father of fallen Seal CRT Michael Strange.
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COBRA INTEL - Planetary Situation Update: The New Financial System
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Date: Monday, 30-Sep-2013 05:16:28
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Netherlands is closing 19 prisons due to a serious prisoner shortage
Netherlands is closing 19 prisons due to a serious prisoner shortage
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Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 22:01:47
Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 22:01:47
As noted by this post on Facebook, there are countries like The Netherlands that are treating their citizens with respect and not as criminals...
(In the Netherlands) they allow cannabis... their police are kind.... they tolerate a little bit of juvenile foolishness that might include a broken flower pot without handcuffing them and throwing them in jail...their children get a free college education instead of being saddled with incredible debts starting out their lives... the poor are helped... health care is excellent and people don't lose their homes to get it... their old age centers are world famous for humanitarian ideals... they get five weeks vacation... prisoners get educated and rehabilitated... now, why are these jails empty?
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SGT Report - MUST HEAR: THE BANKS ARE GEARING UP FOR THE COLLAPSE - Dave Hodges
SGT Report - MUST HEAR: THE BANKS ARE GEARING UP FOR THE COLLAPSE - Dave Hodges
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Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 21:42:42
Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 21:42:42
Published on Sep 29, 2013
This is a MUST HEAR interview with Dave Hodges, College Professor, Journalist and Truth Teller from TheCommonSenseShow.com.
We discuss the multiple possible false flag scenarios and near-term government exercises taking shape, including the Grid Ex exercise which will simulate the implosion of the US electrical grid.
"The DHS and FEMA have at least 8 drills planned between now and November," Dave says.,"I don't think we're going to wait long to see some dramatic shifts in our country."
Dave also predicts a banking collapse is around the corner,
"There IS a collapse that is coming. The banks have been preparing for it for over a year now.
Go back to last year when the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that when you deposit your money in a bank, that money belongs TO the bank, and they may do with it what they will."
This isn't fear mongering, this is reality.
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MUST HEAR: THE BANKS ARE GEARING UP FOR THE COLLAPSE - Dave Hodges
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Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 16:00:50
Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 16:00:50
Vatic Note: THIS IS NOT A FAST FOOD INFO PIECE. Its dense and a very scholarly treatment of the subject. Its just Another AMAZING find. I keep saying this..... "Its amazing what we did not and do not know about history". This below is Part 2 of a series and the entire series should be watched especially if you have children, all the way through. This woman is amazing and she is exposing even what Reagan did to contribute to the problem we have today in our education system. I realize now, just how lucky I was to be educated in a private school for my first 8 years of grade school. I can't imagine what my life would have been like and how did my WW II parents know?
I remember my Dad saying to me at 12, "I am not worried about you, but I am worried about the rest of the kids". (We had 8 children in our family and I was the oldest.) I had no idea at the time what he was talking about. I wish they had been more explicit, instead they involved me at a very early age in the political system and taught me how to fight it.
Both of my parents served in the military during WW II (Thats how they met) and according to my Mom, the experience changed both of them. I am now wondering if they were trying in their way to prepare us for what was coming. (OH, my Gawd, I just remembered, my dad was in Navy Intelligence, I bet that is how he knows..... he would NEVER talk about what he did during WW II. He had a slew of medals as well and would never talk about them either. My mother told us he spent the war in the South Pacific, going after the Japanese.
If you are to save your children you will have to do like my parents did. Include them in anything to do with your ideals about your extended and immediate family, Constitution, nation, morals, integrity, and reinforce the "right" options to choose and why. Teach them to think. GIVE THEM A SET OF VALUES TO LIVE BY, When they ask a question, lead them to the answer, so they can learn the process.... don't just give them the answer until after you have lead them, whether they get it or not, just keep doing the process and eventually, they will do it themselves. When they ask a Question, ask them questions back, where the answers will lead them to the answer to their own questions.
The entire 9 video series is a must watch if you care about your country, your family and your children... and grandchildren. This is in the Protocols written in 1897, and its amazing how committed these Rothschild Zionists were to their agenda. I will try to collect the links on all 9 videos, but I am only putting up one here that appears to contain some serious historical insight to the "INTENTIONAL" dumbing down experiments these early pioneers in experimental psychology engaged in based on Nazi Germany's early work in the field of Pavlovian dog "training" applied to humans, like animals, that these Germans did. This also tells us WHY they did it.
It was intentionally exported to America. I am doing this so we can thwart their efforts as early as possible and you can counter them when they get home and do homework. Involve yourself in what your children are learning and give them feedback. This all presupposes you did not have the same education, rather you had what we had before the pavlov dog response experiments were made part of our system. Oh, and don't forget, the Zionists were deeply involved with the nazi's. In fact, they funded the nazi party and recruited and financed hitler. Hitler was the illegit grandson of Solomon Rothschild of Austria.
I did tutoring in math for 4th grade students who were failing, and I was shocked because they were bright as all get out. Tutors have none of the federal guidelines they have to follow, so I was free to do it the way it was done for me. It worked. All 6 that I had that were failing math, I now found out ended up with B+ and A-. I did not have the money for gas every day to do this so I had to quit, since it was voluntary and not a paid position.
There is a list of additional videos to watch around this subject. I will probably put some of them up later as I watch them, but I am including the links in case you are ready for them before I get them up. I have other rabbitholes I am going down right now, so my time is divided up and it will take longer for me to get to these for you.
This is an important one so I am putting it up here, but the rest will be at the end of the blog.
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The Real Poof Is Dead
Now we're at who murdered POOF ?????
The Real Poof Is Dead
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Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 21:31:03
Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 21:31:03
In Response To: If things are going well, why is the elephant still here? (mroxygen)
As are so many others who actually stood for the good of the People.
Who is left who even considers standing against the Cabal?
Fewer and fewer.
Read: No one is doing anything to stop the chemtrails, and it doesn't appear to be anything except "meet the new boss - same as the old boss".
Sure, everything has to be kept 'secret'.
Same old lame excuse for:
"You really are not seeing what you see. You are not smart enough to see what's going down. We will tell you what you see."
"I'm only here to keep you distracted and occupied with empty rhetoric I'll never deliver on, while we consecrate our efforts to finally destroy you".
"Q. I hear that Obama is on the side of the People and we should put our support behind him. Yet, a week doesn't go by that I don't hear in the news - mainstream and alternative - about another whopper he/his administration has told. Help me to see three material things he's done lately that show he is for the People.
Q. Any idea who is running the "Poofness" show since the real Poof was killed?
Buckle up, and hold onto your lives, ladies and gentleman, the old grey mare ain't at all what you thought she was.
: I'm just asking, but seriously, and no offense to anyone
: intended, but if things really are going so well, WHY ARE
: THERE STILL CHEMTRAILS OVER MY HOUSE poisoning against my
: will?
: The slavers changing management teams only for show?
: Anyone?
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CGI's atomMan: ORGANIZERS OF TRUCKERS' MARCH REVEAL PLANS FOR MASSIVE PROTEST IN DC
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Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 13:46:56
Date: Sunday, 29-Sep-2013 13:46:56
ORGANIZERS OF TRUCKERS' MARCH REVEAL PLANS FOR MASSIVE PROTEST IN DCAlthough the initial protest concept was specific to truckers' needs, Andrews says these are issues that the entire country can gather around and support. In Andrew's view, Americans have grown exceedingly tired of their rights being trampled on by politicians.
"If anyone can help save the country, it's truckers," said Andrews. "Just like the truckers, Americans are sick and tired of what's going on in this country. It's time to get up there and make a change. If something happens, it's because we all let it. We have a right to address these issues and bring them to Washington, D.C. in a peaceful manner."
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Rick Lazio, who is running for governor and will likely face current Attorney General Andrew Cuomo this November, unveiled a new web ad that features Cuomo planting a big ol' sloppy one right on the cheek of Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver. Okay, it's not exactly a "big ol' sloppy" kiss, it's more of a peck, but in the world of Albany politics, a kiss is a kiss.
The candid moment was captured by Azi Paybarah, the former Politicker blogger and current WNYC reporter, at a State Democratic function, although we were unable to pin down the exact date.
The Lazio campaign is using the smooch to connect Cuomo to insider Albany politics, and while it is an effective image, we here at Pol Position undoubtedly enjoyed the goofy dance music that plays throughout the entire ad. It's worth tracking down.


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SHATTERED SUN recently returned home to Texas from their successful run on the "Dark Roots Of Thrash II Tour", providing direct support to Testament and Exodus. Today, SHATTERED SUN brings you Part Two of the track by track breakdown of their new album, Hope Within Hatred.
Watch "Hope Within Hatred" Track By Track Pt. 2.
Vocalist Marcos Leal sat down to explain the second half of the album, with the tracks "Dead Set," "281," "Awaken," "No Sympathy," and a haunting cover of Testament's "Return To Serenity," and how the band chose to cover the classic song. If you missed part one, check it out.Continue Reading →


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It's been a busy lead up to the 2016 end of financial year. I've had the opportunity to fly over to our head office in Perth to meet the rest of my team and strategise for 2017, then flown across the water to Auckland, New Zealand to tidy up some 2016 tasks. The funny part is I didn't realise that Auckland was treading into international territory, as the flight is shorter than it is to Perth – meaning I didn't prepare any foreign currency or telecommunication plans! Thankfully, the company wears the expenses, but I'll definitely be ready for future travel.
Besides the local cuisines and friendly hospitality, I didn't get a chance to explore Perth or Auckland too much while I was there. The routine everyday was basically: Work. Eat. Drink. Sleep. Repeat. And boy, did that take its toll on the body!
Back in Sydney I've tried to get out and about when there's been some downtime. Exploring Perth and Auckland will have to wait until next time.


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Join historian and honorary fellow of the Department of History at The University of Essex, David Grocott, to discover the secret life of Margaret Thatcher in Britain's oldest town.
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The Diablos Motorcycle Club is a "one-percenter" outlaw motorcycle club that has chapters in cities across the United States. Also referred to as the Los Diablos MC.
On September 24, 1998, Diablo club member Raymond "Stoney" Stone and seven other members were charged with various crimes (including Stone's confession in his involvement in the 1992 murder of rival gang member Mike D'Amato of Wallingford, Connecticut's James Gang MC for which he would be sentenced to 20 years imprisonment).
Keith Gallagher, the vice president of the Diablos' national chapter, was indicted on charges of cocaine trafficking on January 24, 2006.
Diablos member Jerry Louis Fantauzzi was arrested on December 7, 2005, following a long-term investigation into the Diablos in Waterbury and Meriden, Connecticut. On November 20, 2006, he was sentenced to ten years imprisonment on charges of drug dealing.
On April 22, 2012, the national leader and founder of the Diablos, Jack Baltas, died at the age of 70, two days after being released from prison after being incarcerated for trafficking drugs. Current regional leaders are listed only by their pseudonyms: Conquest, Death, Famine, and War.


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It begins even before you say your first word in an interview. As the interviewer walks toward you to shake hands, an opinion is already being formed. And as you sit waiting to spew out your answers to questions you've prepared for, you are already being judged by your appearance, posture, smile or your nervous look. Look back at speakers or teachers you've listened to. Which ones stand out as memorable? The ones who were more animated and entertaining, or the ones who just gave out information? This is not to say you have to entertain the interviewer -- no jokes required -- but it does mean the conversation should be animated and interactive. If you say you are excited about the prospect of working for this company but don't show any enthusiasm, your message will probably fall flat. So smile, gesture once in a while, show some energy and breathe life into the interview experience. And don't underestimate the value of a smile. In addition to the enthusiasm it expresses to the interviewer, smiling often makes you feel better about yourself. Nonverbal Messages:
Preparing what you have to say is important, but practicing how you will say it is imperative. The nonverbal message can speak louder than the verbal message you're sending.


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The programmer features a 48-pin ZIF socket for most chips in DIP format, and supports several pin adapters for other packages. It also can be used for in-circuit programming when used with the optional ISP adapter.
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Johnny Cash's Youngest Daughter Releasing Book About the Legend
Thanks to Johnny Cash's daughter, fans are able to get glimpse into the country legend's childhood. Cash's youngest daughter, Tara Cash Schwoebel has announced the release of a new book, 'Recollections by J.R. Cash: Childhood Memories of Johnny Cash.'
While the book in itself is new, its inception occurred almost ten years ago. In 1995, Schwoebel gave her father a blank book entitled 'Dad, Share Your Life With Me' and asked him to fill it with his childhood memories. Cash spent a year completing the questions, and returning it to his daughter on her birthday in 1996.
"These questions are not the typical questions that he was asked in the countless number of interviews he did in his career," says Schwoebel to NPR affiliate KASU. "That fact makes this such a unique and wonderful addition to the story of my father, Johnny Cash. This book tells the story of a young boy, his home life, his friends and family, his dedication to work, and where all of his hopes and dreams came alive in Dyess, Arkansas."
Released to coincide with the restoration and reopening of Cash's boyhood home in Dyess, Ark., 'Recollections of J.R. Cash' features Cash's own handwriting and personal photos chosen by Schwoebel. It is a unique look at the personal life and childhood of one of the most influential musicians in history.
"I have held this book close to my heart for all these years," Schwoebel reveals on the book's official website. "With no hesitation, knowing that Dad would be proud to share these stories, I now want to share it with his fans, friends, and family to cherish, as I do. I hope you will enjoy getting to know this boy, who became my father, as much as I did. I give that boy, and that father, all the love and respect in the world."
For more information, and to order 'Recollections by J.R. Cash: Childhood Memories of Johnny Cash,' go here.
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Windward Community College joins Chaminade University to offer bachelor of science degree in criminal justiceUniversity of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
Office of University Partners
KANEʻOHE — Windward Community College (WCC) and Chaminade University of Honolulu's Accelerated Undergraduate Program have joined together to offer a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice starting in the Fall Semester 2007. Students will be able to take classes from both institutions at the same time on the WCC campus. In addition to the many general education classes already offered at WCC, students may now also include criminal justice or forensic science classes in their course load. The first of a series of these Chaminade criminal justice and forensic science classes will begin in August.
The first two Chaminade classes scheduled for the Fall are: CJ 151, Criminal Justice Systems, to be taught by The Honorable Judge Sandra Simms (Retired), on MWF from 9:30-10:20 a.m., and FS 180, Introduction to Forensic Sciences, to be taught by FBI and CSI consultant Dr. Lee Goff on Mondays from 4-5 p.m.
Criminal justice and forensic science graduates can use their degrees for a broad spectrum of protective service careers, such as corrections officer, probation officer, private investigator, crime scene investigation, customs agent, criminologist, or social worker, to name just a few.
Interested students may register for both WCC and Chaminade yet attend all classes at one location—at the base of the beautiful Koʻolau in Kaneʻohe. Chaminade counselor Candace Kaopuiki will be assisting students with their online application to Chaminade's AUP and registration into those classes. To schedule an appointment at the Windward Community College campus with Candace, please contact her at 254-1256.
To find out more about the new Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice or the Forensic Science program offerings, visit Windward Community College's Office of University Partners website at http://www.wcc.hawaii.edu/universitypartners/index.htm or contact Connie Turner, coordinator, at 235-7324.
For more information, visit: http://www.wcc.hawaii.edu/universitypartners/index.htm


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I'm trying to calculate the protection provided by the earth's magnetic field from HZE particles to astronauts in low earth orbit, such as those on the ISS.
HZE particles are often quoted as a danger of travel in deep space. But given their high energies I am skeptical that the Earth's magnetic field provides significant protection to humans outside the atmosphere (the ISS orbits ~370km above the Earth).
I have been able to find data on the energy of the particles expressed in MeV or GeV and the strength of the magnetic field expressed in microteslas.
What formulas would be applicable in calculating whether 1) the particle is deflected, and 2) if it's not deflected the energy reduction by the time it reaches a given altitude?


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I took some quick pictures to update you on the status of Melrose's second guest bedroom. It is no where near done, but I thought it would be fun to share the progress. If you remember, I posted some inspiration images revolving around twin beds and these mock ups here -
Since then, I have purchased the bedding and bed frames, installed the gold curtain rod, hung the olive curtains, purchased the jute rug, and found a few other odds and ends. I've been heavily debating on what type of dresser to get to fit between the beds (this one picture is no longer offered) - full of drawers, an open shelf, black, wood stain, cream or white?!?! So many choices! I think I have finally settled on a black stained piece with two small drawers on top and an open shelf for easy storage (baskets would be perfect) below. The wide dresser on the opposite wall (the awkward blank space is the above layout) is still up for discussion and seems like the never ending search. Here is an updated front layout -
Don't you love the clouds in the windows!?
I have also decided to go a different direction on the lamps. The original cream ceramic ones just seemed too big for the room, so I found these gold adjustable desk lamps that are much more size appropriate. Here is a sneak peek at the guest bedroom is real life so far ...
So obviously the tan wicker tall dresser will be removed and I'm still waiting to purchase a natural cow hide rug to layer on top of this chevron jute rug. The only section not featured in these photos is the opposing wall that will have a wide dresser with a mirror above. So, what do you think so far!?
It sorta reminds me of this boys' room I spotted on pinterest recently -
I love the antlers and natural elements used in this room. And those are definitely RH iron beds I spot too!
If you caught my instagram news from over the weekend then eventually the room is going to look something like this with the addition of a you know what! Stay tuned ;)
If you want to see all my options for the guest bedroom, check out my pinterest board! Hope everyone has a wonderful Friday and weekend!


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Matheny 'surprised' he hasn't used challenge
MILWAUKEE -- Fourteen games into the season, manager Mike Matheny admitted to being "extremely surprised" that he has yet to deploy a challenge in this new era of expanded instant replay across Major League Baseball.
Entering Wednesday, 66 manager challenges had been called through the first two-plus weeks of the season. Only Matheny and Orioles manager Buck Showalter have yet to use their first.
Just because Matheny has not asked for video review, though, does not mean the Cardinals have not actively been going through the exercise of reviewing close plays. It happened again during Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Brewers, when Allen Craig was picked off at second base to end the third inning.
Knowing he had to begin toward the umpire within 10 seconds to keep the Brewers from leaving the field, Matheny slowly walked to second-base umpire Jeff Kellogg while his video coordinator reviewed the play inside the clubhouse. Once it was determined that the evidence was likely not conclusive enough to overturn the call, a signal was relayed to Matheny to keep the challenge in his pocket.
"If it was blatant and it was clear and convincing, I would have used it up," Matheny said. "I was going out and giving ourselves a little bit of time without completely trying to stall the whole game. I'm conscious of that. I appreciate the pace of game. More importantly is the pace of our team. I hate slowing the rhythm of the game down for our players.
"I'm not going to do it just to do it, but if there is a chance we think something is missed, we're going to go out there. But fortunately, things have worked well with the communication in the dugout. We got the information to turn around and leave."
Matheny continues to monitor the use of replay elsewhere and said that has helped he and his staff "get a better feel for things that we can and can't" challenge with a high success rate.


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The Australian Government is dedicated to making our federal civil justice system less complex and more accessible.
Access to justice is about ensuring Australians receive appropriate advice and assistance, no matter how they enter our justice system.
The Attorney-General's Department is responsible for coordinating government policy and projects that improve access to justice.
For information about the federal courts, visit our courts page.
Access to justice goes beyond courts and lawyers (although these are important too). It incorporates everything people do to try to resolve the disputes they have, including accessing information and support to prevent, identify and resolve disputes.
This broad view of access to justice recognises that many people resolve disputes without going to court and sometimes without seeking professional assistance.
There are three levels of justice:
This department oversees the Strategic Framework for Access to Justice. This framework encourages policy makers to take a broad approach to new initiatives and reforms that aim to improve access to our justice system.
Practical information on how to implement the strategic framework is provided in the 2009 Access to Justice Taskforce's mini-publication:
Some recent highlights of the department's work to help people access justice in their daily lives can be found in our publication: Everyday justice for everyone – the story so far from the Attorney-General's Department.
The department also continues to oversee the implementation of recommendations of the 2009 Access to Justice Taskforce. Many of these recommendations have now been implemented.
The full report of the taskforce is available:
The department has also completed two papers that were presented to National Justice CEOs (NJCEOs) in October 2012 to guide the Standing Council of Law and Justice (SCLJ) priority work on 'Harnessing the benefits of technology to improve access to justice':
• a stock take paper highlighting current initiatives in the civil justice sector that promote access to justice
• an analysis paper that identifies best practice and innovative uses of technology that support and enhance access to justice as well as emerging technologies and opportunities for consideration
• an analysis paper that identifies best practice and innovative uses of technology that support and enhance access to justice as well as emerging technologies and opportunities for consideration


text: morty Posted September 13, 2013 Please post ONLY Live Feed, televised show, and Big Brother After Dark observations here !If you are adding personal comments, please keep them to a minimum and use brackets [personal comment] around the text.Remember your time zones. Big Brother 15 is in the Pacific Daylight Saving Time Zone (See Map Here).Try to be consistent with abbreviations:Wash Area (WA)Water Closet (WC)Kitchen (KT)Dining Table (DT)Living Room (LR)Back Yard (BYD)The screen when the feeds are off should still be called (FOTH)Indoor Lock Down (ILD)Outdoor Lock Down (OLD)Head of House Room (HOHR)If you post questions or start conversations with each other, it will be deleted.Please post pictures in the following thread: BB15 Live Feed Screen CapturesWe really need your help by posting in this forum. You don't need any special permission, just watch and report. Afraid someone will get all critical, don't worry, it's against the rules. Just do your best and stick to the facts.If you can't help, tell your FaceBook friends about our site, or Tweet out an S.O.S..Everyone (especially me) will appreciate it.-MortyPS: When you register to post in our forums you'll need an invitation code number. Use: 8298572 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites