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I am in a caramel phase.
Ever since I found out I could make homemade caramel, I have been craving it and wanting to make it at every occasion. These bars were featured a couple weeks ago on Tracy's Culinary Adventures. I wanted to make them right away, but I managed to hold out a couple weeks. These bars were truly delightful. They are sweet, rich, gooey and surprisingly easy to make.
Caramel Crumb Bars
recipe slightly adapted from The Modern Baker by Nick Malgieri
2 sticks (1/2 lb) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Caramel Filling
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Preheat oven to 350 Fahrenheit with a rack in the bottom third of the oven. Spray a 13x9 pan with cooking spray, then line the pan with aluminum foil or parchment and spray again with cooking spray.
To make the dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter, sugar and salt on medium speed until soft and light, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in the vanilla.
With the mixer on low, add 2 1/4 cups of the flour, beating just until the dough is smooth and the flour has been absorbed, and stopping to scrape the sides of the bowl and the paddle as necessary.
Transfer 3/4 of the dough into the prepared baking pan. Press the dough evenly into the pan to form the bottom layer. Transfer the pan to the refrigerator while you make the filling and top layer.
Add the remaining 1/4 cup of flour to the remaining dough in the mixer bowl and work it in with your fingertips until 1/8 - 1/4-inch crumbs form. Set aside.
To make the filling: In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, corn syrup, brown sugar, condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Bring to a simmer, whisking occasionally. When the mixture begins to boil, whisk frequently until it begins to thicken and darkens in color slightly, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
Remove the pan from the refrigerator and pour the filling over the bottom crust. Use an offset spatula to spread it evenly then distribute the crumb topping over the filling.
Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the filling is gently bubbling and a dark caramel color. Cool the bars in the pan on a wire rack until lukewarm, about 15-20 minutes. Use the foil (or parchment) to lift the bars out of the pan and onto a cutting board. Once completely cool, cut into 2-inch squares.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Caramel Crumb Bars
I am in a caramel phase.


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I haven't been on TE for quite a while and had visited the forum a long time ago before today. I did pop in regularly to check on the latest photos and I noticed two things: that the photo intake had slowed down to a trickle and the blood infusion (daily postings) on this barely breathing site is coming from a core of about forty or so faithful and committed members. Meanwhile the moderators are running DNA tests whether Gigi's two cats in her photo are domestic or feral!!!Are these moderators totally blind to the fact that they are SQUEEZING the LIFE OUT of this site by enforcing rules which are open to interpretation even though Keith talks about absolutes. The rules are not infallible neither are the moderators.Some photos should be given the benefit of the doubt or is that too difficult for the time pressed moderators? In the meantime the exodus is continuing and the pulse of this site, which has become a pale shadow of its robust former vibrant self,is getting weaker. Soon individuals like Gert, Malgo and Silvio (our three high-priests) will be performing the last rites.
I'm afraid you might be right, but I just enjoy it while it lasts.
Yes, an over zealous moderator can get on the nerves sometimes, but it goes with the territory and I'd hate to see the site (or what's left of it) swamped by pet pictures, selfies, etc. At least the moderators mind and try to do their job.
What gets on my nerves, are all the bugs on the site: locations no longer appear, the technical data go haywire, text markings vanish...on the shot I just posted now the hyperlink was not registered, etcetera, etcetera. In this regard nothing happens at all, which is a lot worse imho.
But, as I said, I just enjoy things as they go. I hope those high priests of TE won't perform their last rites yet. Who knows...
Unfortunatly, I think that this website is dead. Less and less pcitures published every day, more and more poor quality pictures... And these many bugs, never solved... So I have stopped to publish pictures on TrekEarth for many weeks now. It's sad since the members comments where interesting, but I'm really fed up with the bugs. And the user interface is really poor, old fashioned...
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PixelCG Tutorials are now on iTunes
I'll be placing all my HD video tutorials on iTunes.
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The dark grey color can be changed via a simple MEL
timeControl -e -backgroundColor 0.5 0.5 0.5 $gPlayBackSlider;
timeControl -e -forceRefresh $gPlayBackSlider;
Where the 0.5 0.5 0.5 is the new lighter grey color.
Note: this is a temporary change, as it will go back to default color after Maya restarts.
For a permanent change , add the lines to your userSetup.mel file located in C:\Users\XXX\Documents\maya\2014-x64\prefs\scripts
Scene assembly is a new feature that was introduced to Maya 2013 Extension (aka 2013.5). It will allow artists to build and interact with large data sets without the burden of memory overhead.
The artist will be able to quickly assemble and interact with the Maya scene in any given type of representation whether it is a Maya scene or GPU cache.
In this tutorial, we will get a quick glance on what Scene Assembly is and how to implement it in the pipeline.
The HD vr. can be found here.
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Thanks to Nelson Cruz for his help writing this document.
Installing Nvidia Driver
Download the driver from nvidia web site
Make note of the download location and move it to the desktop
Step 1: Disabling nouveau
Go to Application > System Tools > Terminal
Type : Su -
Enter your root password
gedit /etc/modprobe.d/blacklist.conf:
Add the line
blacklist nouveau
Save and quit
back to the shell as root, type:
gedit /boot/grub/grub.conf
Add the line
rdblacklist=nouveau vga=31B
At the end of the kernel line (make sure to expand the gedit to see the line end)
1600×1200 – 346
1400×1050 – 348
1024×768 – 318
800×600 – 315
Save and quit
back to the shell as root,type:
yum install binutils
You will be asked to "confirm" a few times
Enter Y for yes.
At the end you should get:
Step 2: Install missing packages
Back to the shell as root, type:
yum install gcc
yum install kernel-devel
This will install the package needed for nvidia
While still in root, type:
yum update kernel*
This will give you the latest Kernel
Step 3: Changing the load option
Still in root type:
gedit /etc/inittab
This will open a text editor where we can modify the run level
Change the id to 3:
Note: Next time Fedora runs, it will log into shell mode rather than UI.
If you want to change it back, you will need to change the id level to 5]
Step 4: Installing driver
Fedora will now login into a shell mode
Enter login name as "root" and provide the root password
Then type:
sh /home/UserName/Desktop/NVIDIA_DRIVER_NAME
Where UserName is the name of the account
NVIDIA_DRIVER_NAM is the exact name of the downloaded driver.
You can use the "Tab" button on your keyboard as a short cut to complete the file name.
Follow the simple installation instructions and accept the nvidia-xconfig
Once completed this step, restart and use the shell command to login with your user name and password.
To launch the UI, type: startx
Now fedora will launch in its more familiar interface.
You can change the inittab behaviour to always start the UI by changing the level to 5
gedit /etc/inittab
Prepping for Maya
Step 1: Installing additional required packages
In a shell window a super user type:
yum install mesa-libGLw
yum install libXp
yum install gamin audiofile audiofile-devel e2fsprogs-libs
You would also need to install tcsh
yum install tcsh
Step 1: Installing Missing Fonts
System Administrator > Add Remove Software
Do a search for "xorg-x11-fonts-ISO8859-".
The fonts that we need are: 75dpi and 100dpi
Get both the font and the font set
Install libXp.
While the "add/remove" software window is open, search for "libXp"
The one you want is: X.Org X11 libXp runtime library
Installing Maya
Make sure there is a tmp folder located under /usr
If not, make one by running:
mkdir /usr/tmp
chmod a+rwx /usr/tmp/
Extract Maya to a folder on your desktop.(if it was a downloaded zip)
In shell mode as a super user
cd /home/USER_NAME/Desktop/Maya
Enter your product key and serial number
Once done, you will need to link some libraries
cd '/usr/autodesk/maya2013-x64/lib'
ln -s /usr/lib64/libcrypto.so.10 ./libcrypto.so.6
ln -s /usr/lib64/libssl.so.10 libssl.so.6
Tweaking Linux
Maya uses the "Alt" key for camera movement. To make sure that the hotkey will work on Linux, you need to do the following: System > Preference > Windows
And enable the 'Super' option under Movement Key
In order to have the show batch render function working on Fedora, you need to go to: System > Administrator > SELinux Management
Change both "System Default Enforcing Mode" and "Current Enforcing Mode" to "Permissive"
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This document is written for Fedora 1. Please adjust accordingly.
Download the DVD from Fedora's website.
Example location:
Note: Avoid using KDE. Instead, use Gnome as a window manager with Autodesk products as it handles floating windows more effectively. Burn the .iso file onto a DVD and use it to boot the machine.
The following are the instructions for Dual-boot with Windows 7. Skip to "OS Installation" if you are aiming for a single boot.
Step 1: Dual-boot preparation
To create the partition that will host Linux, RMB click on "My Computer" and choose "Manage."
RMB click on the "C: volume" and choose "Shrink Volume"
At this point, you need to decide how much space you want to allocate for Linux.
Once you hit "Shrink," windows will take few moments to create the new partition.
Note: Take notice to the partition size as you will need it to identify the right partition when installing Linux.
Step 1: OS installation
Insert Fedora DVD into your drive and boot the machine. The DVD will offer an option to verify the media. It is recommended to do so before installing.
Follow the basic instructions of language and keyboard settings.
Choose "Basic Storage Devices" as a storage type.
Next step: Assigning a host name to the machine.
Select a location for time zone configuration.
Create a Root Password.
Step 2: Disk Partition Setup
Choose "Create Custom Layout."
Choose the free partition. As noted above, if you recorded the size of the partition, you will now be able to decipher which one is "free."
Choose "Create." This will open the "Create Storage" dialog box.
Choose "Standard" and hit "Create."
You will need to create 3 partitions.
A. Boot Partition:
From the "Add Partition" window, select the following;
Mount Point = /boot
File System Type = ext 4
Size (MB) = 200 (this will be the smallest partition as it will only hold the boot information)
B. Swap partition:
Repeat the above steps to add a new partition.
Mount Point = (leave this empty)
File System Type = ext 4
size 4096 (4GB)
C. "/" aka Main Partition
When this process is completed, the machine will boot into Fedora for the first time.
Follow the basic steps and create a user name and password.
Welcome to Fedora!
Step 3: Connecting to the network
At this point we have not setup a connection yet. To do so, go to
System > Administrator > Network
It will prompt you to enter the root password.
Highlight the Device eth0 and choose "Edit"
Check "Activate Device" when computer starts
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This glitch will appear in Maya 2012 with mental ray Final gather
Once FG map was enabled and giving a specific name, our render will come out as expected such as this
However when we turn off the final gather Rebuild to use the already built map
The render will come out as if we turned off the final gather completely
There are 2 solutions for this
Solutin A:
Add a secondary final gather map, and type in the Name of your map
This will force Maya to go and fetch the map
The MEL script would be
setAttr -type "string" miDefaultOptions.finalGatherMergeFiles[0] "AshManDu";
Where AshManDu is the name of the FG map.
Note: the MEL doesn't update the UI. It just adds the map
Solution B:
Use FG legacy approach
To do so:
In the command line run
select miDefaultOptions;
The attribute editor will load some mental ray options. Scroll down and expand the "String Options" category and click "Add New Item"
Scroll down to the bottom of the list to see the new empty options. Enter the following.
Name: finalgather legacy
Value: True
Now we should have our render back with FG
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A report released today finds that the closer people get to retirement, the lower their confidence that they can cover long-term-care costs. Women have lower confidence levels than men, which is troubling since they tend to have greater long-term-care needs, as they live longer on average and are less likely to have a partner around to help take care of them if they need it.
The finding follows a move reported in last weekend's Family Value column by Genworth Financial, the largest U.S. long-term-care insurer, to raise premiums early next year for women, because they make larger claims.
The research, done for the Insured Retirement Institute, a trade group, consisted of telephone interviews earlier this year of about 1,300 people ages 30 to 66. The resulting report includes an explanation of different ways to pay for long-term-care, ranging from Medicare, which pays for limited home-health services and a portion of durable medical equipment, to insurance and hybrid plans using riders with life insurance or annuities.


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In this session, you will learn about new antenna-to-bits wireless design capabilities in MATLAB® and Simulink®. These capabilities enable wireless and radar engineers to design systems that incorporate multiple antennas, smart RF devices, and advanced receiver algorithms. New hardware support features enable designers to connect MATLAB algorithms to SDR devices and RF instruments, and to verify them with over-the-air testing with a range of custom waveforms.
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In recent days, numerous inaccurate statistics on the number of dead protesters have been published by the coup plotters. The latest incorrect information was given by the head of the Revolutionary Guards. In response to such baseless remarks which aim to whitewash the situation and distract public opinion from the crimes committed during the post-election events, Norooz news site is publishing the names of the martyrs so that slumbering consciences may perhaps be awakened, so that the process of hiding clear facts may come to an end, that they may accept that such acts and crimes were carried out by the coup's agents, and that they may stop covering up these crimes.


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We're told from the time we're born that we can grow up to be anything we want. Our parents, teachers and guardians instill the belief that the sky's the limit and anything is possible.
Yet as we age and go on to high school, college and finally the real world, our options slowly begin to seem fewer and farther between.
But what changed between now and then?
Are we different people? Did our hopes, dreams and priorities change? Or maybe we just got comfortable?
For most of us, it's a combination of all of these things. We grew up, got a dose of reality and opted for the safer, more conventional route. Sure, when you were little, all of those famed "roads less traveled" didn't sound too bad—especially if all of those great things were waiting for you at the end. But now that you're out on your own and sort of know what these roads entail, they seem less than welcoming.
So instead, you opt to settle for mediocrity. You somehow convince yourself that the responsible adult thing to do is stick with it and ignore all of those passions you once had. You convince yourself to accept your new reality.
I'd be lying if I said I didn't once think that way, too.
Looking back, I couldn't feel more ridiculous about just how wrong I was.
I had a nice, well-paying PR job with a thriving company. It offered competitive benefits, plenty of vacation and countless other perks I could list off—yet, I was miserable and dreaded going to work every day.
Finally, one day, I could no longer take it and decided to make the leap. I was officially going to leave the soul-sucking job and chase my dreams—a decision I likened to leaving the respectable, proper man everyone wants you to marry for money to be with the love-struck hippie who lacks direction. It might not have looked like the logical choice, but for me it FELT right, and my heart was happy.
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After I put in my two weeks' notice, I felt like I had a sign on my back that read "Please come tell me why I'm making the biggest mistake of my life."
At first I was annoyed by the comments and reacted defensively, explaining the reasons for my decision, until I realised I owed these people no explanation. After all, it was MY life, not theirs.
While some people offered honest, genuine input and advice, the majority seemed to voice their opinions out of fear and misunderstanding—which is to be expected since, in their eyes, I was rocking the boat and going against the grain.
So when or if this happens to you, take it all in stride. You might have to force a smile and feign politeness, but keep your thoughts to yourself and your eyes on the prize.
2. You will feel exhausted
Making a big career change is no small task, especially if your new pursuit is in a completely different field. Odds are you will find yourself at the bottom of the workplace food chain, but don't let that discourage you.
You might have to put in extra hours and sacrifice your social life for a bit, but it will be worth it. We all have those moments where we long for our old schedule, but remind yourself of the agony and general blah-ness that came with it, and you'll persevere. As they say: no pain, no gain.
3. You will face new challenges
With this change will likely come unfamiliar challenges. They might even be a bit uncomfortable and scary. But rather than cowering from these challenges, try to embrace them. They are new opportunities that will be the foundation of your growth and change.
Be prepared and willing to fail. After all, you didn't come all this way to back down, now, did you?
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Get over it Fanbois, you can't separate your favourite product from the pile of others. Security this, security that, market penetration, user base – irrelevant to proving which product is 'better'. Want to talk about app numbers? About OEM growth? Go ahead. But no matter how you crack it, you'll only prove one point: that you are capable of only proving one-sided points.
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When it comes to decadent pastries, these tequila-glazed, lime-flecked margarita doughnuts from Stephanie Rosenbaum's World of Doughnuts take the cake.
1 ¾ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
½ tsp. baking soda
¾ tsp. salt
½ tsp. freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 ½ tsp. grated lime zest
Vegetable oil for deep-frying
1 ¼ cups sifted powdered sugar
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp. tequila
Pinch of sea salt, such as Himalayan pink or Maldon, for garnish.
Doughnuts: Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and nutmeg (if using) into a large bowl. Using a hand-held electric mixer or stand mixer, beat the butter and ½ cup granulated sugar together. Beat in the egg. Add the buttermilk and lime zest and beat until the mixture is smooth. Add the flour mixture and mix on low speed until just combined, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. If the dough seems very sticky, cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
Lightly flour a work surface and a baking sheet. Place a grid-patterned wire rack on another baking sheet, or line the pan with two layers of paper towels. Turn the dough out onto the floured work surface. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough into a ½-inch-thick round. Dip a doughnut cutter in flour and cut out rounds, flouring the cutter between each cut to keep it from sticking. Arrange the doughnuts and holes on the floured baking sheet.
In a Dutch oven or other deep, heavy pot, heat 2 to 3 inches oil over medium-high heat to 365 degrees F on a candy or frying thermometer. Pour the powdered sugar into a wide, shallow bowl.
Using a slotted spoon or a skimmer, drop the doughnuts and holes into the hot oil in batches, being careful not to crowd the pan. Fry for 60 to 90 seconds per side, or until the doughnuts and holes are golden brown and cooked through. (Doughnut holes should take 30 to 60 seconds per side.) Break open a "test doughnut" from the first batch to make sure the doughnuts are cooking correctly; adjust the heat level of the oil as needed.
Using a slotted spoon or a skimmer, transfer the doughnuts and holes to the wire rack or paper towels to drain. Roll the warm doughnuts and holes in the sugar.
Tequila Glaze: In a small bowl, beat the sifted powdered sugar with the lime juice and tequila. Spread the glaze over the warm doughnuts. While the glaze is still wet, sprinkle each doughnut with a pinch of sea salt. Allow the glaze to dry.
Makes 12 doughnuts and 12 holes.
Reprinted with permission from World of Doughnuts, copyright ©2013 Stephanie Rosenbaum. Published by Egg & Dart


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Faceted Peridot Pendant Bracelet from Bali, "Warrior Queen"
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Fit for a warrior queen, this bracelet is created by Nyoman Ariawan in Bali. He chooses sterling silver foxtail chain to circle the wrist, centered by an intricate sterling pendant with three faceted peridot gemstones.
- 31 grams
- 1.09 oz
- Bracelet length: 19 cm L
- Bracelet length: 7.5" L
- Chain width: 6 mm
- Chain width: 6 mm
- Pendant: 5 cm L x 1.3 cm W x 1.2 cm D
- Pendant: 2" L x 0.5" W x 0.5" D
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Nyoman Ariawan has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1100 and the most recent for $3100.
This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.
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Nyoman Ariawan
Silver, gold and gemstone jewelry
Bali and Java4 artist reviews
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Nyoman Ariawan Silver, gold and gemstone jewelry
"I'd only eat rice with salt so the money they gave me was enough for me to live far from home. Despite all of this, I got the best rank in class and I got a scholarship from the government."
"My mother and my sisters walked about 3 kms to fetch a gallon of water while my father and I would go looking for firewood two times a week. Once, when he was at work, I made small wooden beads with a small knife that I brought and I strung them into a bracelet. My father was very proud when he saw my bracelet, it wasn't perfect but the jewelry idea was there.
"My parents changed my life by sending me to a high school even though they never received formal education pressed by harsh living conditions. I studied at a technical high school in Denpasar, 40 km from our home so, I walked around 6 kms everyday to the school.
"Unfortunately when I was 18, my Mom passed away.
"I got the school fee from my sister, auntie and sometimes from my father. I'd only eat rice with salt so the money they gave me was enough for me to live far from home. Despite all of this, I got the best rank in class and I got a scholarship from the government.
"Not long after I graduated from technical high school, I worked with a famous jewelry designer in Bali where I learned about gold and silver designs. I worked there for 21 years and handled quality, even did final inspections for China and Thailand.
"After a long time working there I wanted to explore my dream and talent, so I started creating jewelry on my own. Now I can give my son a motorcycle to get to school.
"It started when my neighbor asked me to make a ring with his local stone. I created a traditional design which I combined with western or modern methods. The result was very nice and he was very happy with it. And then I started to build a workshop.
"There are three people who help me, and I coordinate them based on their skills. We use pliers, burs, grinding diamond, grinding silicone, hanging dynamo, polishing machine, buffing wheels, etc. I use leather, wood, stainless steel sheet, semi precious stone and silver.
Some are easy to get, we purchase the material from the supplier. We also prepare our own, for example we have to cut stainless steel to make a spring. I make sure my products are special to my customers by focusing on the quality and unique design.
"I found about Novica from a friend and from internet also. By joining Novica I hope they can help me by promoting my products. Based on my own personal experience, I have a dream to help unfortunate people improve their lives by hiring disabled people to be craftspeople. But I cannot do it by I myself. I need your help to realize this dream."
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Round BorobudurCircular Patterned Sterling Silver Stud Earrings from Bali
Length: 0.4" x 0.4" W x 0.1" D4.5 (Nyoman Ariawan)
Radiant ShineBalinese Sterling Silver Half-Hoop Earrings
Size: 0.9" H x 0.4" W x 0.2" D5.0
Arching SymmetryContemporary Balinese Cocktail Ring in Sterling Silver
US Ring Size: 6,7,8,9,104.5 (Nyoman Ariawan)
Bamboo Trio3 Bamboo Motif Rings in Silver, Gold and Rose Gold
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Sean M. O'Hair (born July 11, 1982) is an American professional golfer.
O'Hair was born in Lubbock, Texas. Rather than play college golf, O'Hair turned professional in 1999 after his junior year at high school at Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix, Arizona under the direction of his father, Marc O'Hair, who sold his share of the family shutter business in Lubbock for $2.75 million to develop Sean into a touring pro. The elder O'Hair moved the family to Florida and enrolled Sean in the David Leadbetter Golf Academy.
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Yellez is not just another online business lister. Yellez is a place where people go to read and post reviews, about the services that matter most to them. A kind of urban guide, which helps people find recommended services, based on the reviews and informed opinions of its quickly growing and well-informed community.
Important and serious, every-day services that parents and homeowners need quickly, such as local doctors, dentists or vets, builders, plasterers plumbers and electricians, the list is almost endless. The site is extremely user friendly and you can search by category, business name or key word and we will display our personally-recommended listings.
It has never been easier to find the right tradesman and have the peace of mind that comes with the knowledge, that each listing we put forward to you, will not only be there by merit but also by personal recommendation.
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Have your kids been begging for a pet? Christmas is an exciting time to bless our children, and you may be thinking about finally giving in to their request. Here are some things to consider before adopting a new pet:
- Timing. If you want to travel during the holidays—or if you travel frequently—think about the expense and complication of boarding a pet. Do you have a reliable pet care center in town? Are your children old and responsible enough to help with day-to-day pet-care chores? Are you considering another baby, a move, or a decision that would affect the long-term care of your pet? It is better not to get a pet and give him up later than to have one for just a little while.
- Type. If your kids long for a pet, and a dog or cat is out of the question due to allergies, lifestyle, or other reasons, consider some kind of small, inexpensive friend, such as a hamster, guinea pig, or fish. If a dog or cat is on your horizon, consider not only the cost of the pet, but also the cost of shots, food, tick and flea medication, hygiene items, and other incidentals. Be aware that specialty pets, such as ferrets, rabbits, and de-scented skunks, can require a higher level of care and expense than cats and dogs. Read, ask questions, and be informed before you choose your pet.
- Training. If you've narrowed down a special breed of dog or cat, ask for references of breeders, shelters, trainers, and vets.
Pets are one of the greatest sources of companionship and joy in life, but it is important to be informed before making a decision.
Kristen White enjoys writing, being in the kitchen, and teaching sixth graders at First Baptist Church Shelbyville, Kentucky.


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I WAS THERE!Me, my brother and about 15 of our friends went to this show! Even back then it wasn't just a concert, it was an EVENT! We had floor seats but that wasn't good enough for me, I had to be rite up front. So me and a friend started to make our way to the front of the stage. Seeing that no one was sitting it was rather easy to climb over seats and push to the front. My friend some how got lost in this little frenzied move so I was on my own. I remember a couple of things about that show. The first being that U2 had rugs all over the stage and Bono saying that "We just turned this place in to our own Living room for the night" to a huge roar of the crowd. Then during the show, Bono has some girls from the audience on stage to sing "Party girl" and all of a sudden a girl Handcuffs herself to his boot! That was classic! The show continues and I'm rite at the stage watching it all. They end the set and go backstage and reappear for the encore. They sing a couple of songs and then they go in to "I will follow". THAT WAS IT! I HAD TO MAKE MY MOVE! I jump on stage, move about ten feet in and kneel on one knee and reach out my hand, all I wanted to do was shake Bonos' hand. He looks at me (I wasn't the smallest guy there) like as to say "easy big boy" I just extend my hand, he walked toward me takes my hand, then something strange happened. He walks behind me, both of us with our backs to the crowd, and puts one leg over my shoulder, then the other and taps me on the head to pick him up!!!! all I could think was "ARE YOU F-ING KIDDING ME? IS THIS REALLY HAPPENING?" I pick him up and turn to face the screaming 18,000 fans. Bono proceeds to sing the verse "Your eyes make a circle, ......." on my shoulders for everyone to see! This lasted about 35 seconds but it seemed like an eternity. Bono then taps me on the head, I lower him down, he helps me up, I look over at The Edge who's smiling, i look to the other side and Adam gives me a little thumbs up, Bono walks me to the front of the stage and leaves me their! They put a spot light on me, I jump up and down a couple of times like ROCKY and then jump back in to the crowd. Today I'm 45 but I remember that night like it was yesterday. Technology wasn't like it is today, so none of my friends ever got a picture, but to this day we still laugh our asses off about how I had the balls to jump on stage! I don't know if Bono ever reads these things, but if by chance he ever does, I want to say THANK YOU for giving me a moment in time that will never go away! Scott McLean


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Bipartisan legislative group wants to change VA funding
A quiet backdrop to Washington's government shutdown last October was the anxiety rippling through 3.9 million disabled veterans who rely on government compensation for wounds and injuries, their advocates say.
"It is not widely known, but during the last shutdown, we were seven, 10 days away from not being able to send out checks to disabled veterans," says Sen. Bernie Sanders, the Vermont independent who chairs the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee.
The money is the only thing many veterans have in such cases, says Craig Prosser, who works with veterans in Tulsa, Okla.
"I have veterans who are married, have kids and have severe PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), TBI (traumatic brain injury), depression and they are unable to actually work," he says. "I'm talking 27-, 28-, 30-, 35-year-old men and women ... who don't have anything else because they can't do anything else because of their diagnoses."
Bipartisan bills were introduced last year in the House and Senate to provide what veterans organization, led by the Disabled American Veterans, say is a simple fix: approve a budget for the Department of Veterans Affairs one year in advance.
The bills have yet to pass.
Similar legislation approved in 2009 led to advanced budget funding for veterans' medical care and the result was that during the shutdown last year VA hospitals remained open.
There was no advanced funding, however, for the process of assessing compensation claims and sending out checks to veterans. That hurt the department's efforts to cut the backlog of aging compensation claims, and the VA very nearly ran out of money to pay ongoing compensation benefits.
"Advanced funding works," says Rep. Jeff Miller, R-Fla., chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee. "I think it's important that we do a two-year funding cycle or advanced funding cycle where we don't end up with an extremely hot political issue should Congress not be able to to do its job, as we haven't on an annual basis."
Sanders and Miller say there is bipartisan support for advanced funding of VA operations including construction of new medical clinics, scientific research, education and homeless benefits, veteran cemetery burials and operations and more.
Resistance to full advanced funding for VA within Congress comes from members of appropriations committees who worry they will not be able to closely monitor how the department operates, Miller and Sanders say.
But both committee chairmen argue that the same level of oversight can be provided even if funding numbers are approved a year in advance.
Moreover, the legislation costs nothing, says Joseph Violante, Disabled American Veterans national legislative director. "VA doesn't get the money until the fiscal year begins," he said.
Impatience over the failure of Congress to act has pushed the DAV to rally disabled veterans on Capitol grounds next Tuesday, urging them to visit members of Congress or use social media on that day to push for change. The organization is calling it Operation Keep the Promise.
The VA would not comment on pending legislation, but offered a statement that appears to endorse the status quo, while referencing other federal agencies that do not have advanced funding: "The best way to care for veterans is for Congress to provide full funding for VA and the entire government each year through the established appropriations process."
VA press secretary Drew Brookie declined to elaborate.
Former department officials, however, say the off-and-on budgetary crisis plaguing Washington hampers efforts to provide care and services for veterans.
"When you have (budgetary) uncertainty, you can only manage through the short-term and things can get stalled, things get delayed, decisions get altered," says Bob Epley, a former benefits executive who currently serves on a VA advisory committee.
Department chiefs will hesitate to spend money, knowing that any unspent funds can be used as an emergency resource should the government once again shut down, Epley says.
"What you're talking about is placing a drag on service operations," says Ron Aument, formerly chief operating officer for the VA.
He says that after a government shutdown, furloughed employees can recover lost pay but their services lost during the shutdown are never recovered.
"Those hours of work that they should have been producing on those programs are gone," he says.
Miller says allowing the advanced funding of VA operations would finally "do away with the potential of using veterans as a pawn in funding shutdowns in the future."


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What is MADE IN JAPAN?
According to the World Trade Organization rules of origin, in the case of a product which has been produced in more than one country, the product shall be determined to have origin in the country where the last substantial transformation took place.
In the case of Kendo Bogu, many companies use this definition to mislead their customers into believing that the products that they are selling are 100% Made in Japan - when in fact, after having most of the production done overseas, only the final stage of assembly is done by Japanese craftsmen.
In the current Kendogu market, there is only a single production facility that is able to produce a FULL Kendo Bogu set, including all of its parts.
The Kendogu Workshop of Japan Co., Ltd.
株式会社 日本剣道具製作所
Formerly know as TADA SANGYO, The Kendogu Workshop of Japan Co., Ltd. is based in Miyazaki prefecture, and is Japan's only manufacturer of Kendogu that is capable of constructing a set of Kendogu Bogu COMPLETELY in Japan.
Their work is one of the most popular choices for Kendo practitioners in Japan, and their famous 'Made in Japan' tag can be seen on the Bogu sets of some of the most successful competitors of all time.
MUGEN will bring the beautiful, made to order creations of The Kendogu Workshop of Japan Co., Ltd. to the global Kendo community. For the first time in history, these market leading Bogu sets will be easily available internationally.
Quality knows no limits.
What Separates MUGEN from the rest?
100% Made in Japan
All products on MUGEN are 100% MADE IN JAPAN. Our original MUGEN series Bogu sets are manufactured by The Kendo Workshop of Japan Co. Ltd., and we are the only international supplier exclusively providing products that are 100% MADE IN JAPAN.
Find out what 100% Made in Japan actually means here.
MUGEN Original Mengane
The MUGEN Original Mengane is an originally designed Mengane, featuring an improved balance, giving improved lateral vision, and has reinforced Titanium bars in the strike zone. This gives the optimum balance of being lightweight, and also extremely strong. Further, the Mengane is coated with an original high-gloss coating, which strengthens the surface, preventing chips, cracks and dents. Finally the MUGEN Original Mengane is finished with matte grey on the inside, giving a cool and discreet outlook.
Infinity Grip Technology
All MUGEN series Kote feature our original 'Infinity Grip' technology. Illustrated in this diagram you can see that a longer 'Tsutsu' (wrist section) is employed, giving and unparralled freedom of movement in all directions for the wrists. This leads to a shorter Futon, however, the Datotsu-bui (striking zone) is more than sufficiently covered, the overall length of the Kote - and in the area of the hand and arm which it protects - remains the same.
With the implementation of specialized design differences, our Kote are cut in such a way that makes holding and maneuvering the Shinai easier than ever. Ergonomic shaping of the fist portion allows for a natural, relaxed grip, while the elliptical cut and reflex curve design of the Futon make movement in all directions smooth and comfortable.


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Le Caine Mansion
A renovated 1-bedroom apartment for rent conveniently located on Caine Road. Steps away from the Mid-levels Escalator going to Soho and Central. Converted from a 2-bedroom apartment to a 1-bedroom apartment with an enlarged living room. Comes partially furnished.
Le Caine Mansion
Mid-levels West
Mid-levels West is a prime residential area of Hong Kong Island that extends to the west of Mid-levels Central to the borders of Pok Fu Lam. It is popular with local and expatriates alike due to its convenience and it is generally quieter, less congested and relatively less expensive than Mid-levels Central. The main thoroughfares are Robinson, Conduit, Caine and Bonham Road that carry most of the public transport options to Central or to Pok Fu Lam. The quieter pockets of Mid-levels West include the Mosque area near the Mid-levels Escalator, Kotewall Road and the green cul de sacs of Hatton Path, Po Shan Road and Lyttleton Road. It is a mix of modern high-rises such as The Babington, Savoy Court and Hamilton Court and well established developments such as, 80 Robinson Road. Both of which are highly popular with the expatriate community. The area is well served by bus routes. It takes only 10 minutes to reach the Central Business District. Highlights: -The main campus of the University of Hong Kong is situated in this area. It is worth visiting its colonial-style buildings and the free Museum. –The Morning Trail is a popular hiking route. Start your hike at the end of Conduit Road and stroll up Hatton Road onto the trail directly above the Police Station. A 45 minute walk takes you to The Peak Galleria.


text: Kuching Slow in motion but vivacious when it needs to be, Kuching truly represents the soul of cats (Kuching means cat in Malay language). As one of the largest cities in the island of Borneo, Kuching holds a multitude of outdoor activities as well as natural untouched beauty laid out across the vast land. The blend of different cultures and ethnic tribes including Iban, Bidayuh, and Kenyah adds depth and appeal to this wondrous city. Top 5 Must Do's Sarawak Cultural Village Rich with history and heritage, this cultural village which offers visitors a close-up look into the daily lives of the Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Melanau and other tribes. Cat Museum Cat lovers, rejoice! Learn interesting facts about the furry feline friends at the only cat museum in Malaysia. Kuching Waterfront A popular meeting point for locals and tourists, this boulevard showcases the diversity of Borneo in one place, from natives jungle produce to antiques and more! Borneo Highlands Kayak through the rainforest, swim with the Bidayuhs and feed the Orangutans at the Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. Damai Beach This scenic beach is a common retreat for Kuching city folks, especially during the weekends as it is just an hour's drive away. To and from airport Transportation To Fare Shuttle bus Tune Hotel RM10 Taxi City centre Starts from RM26 Your awesome getaway awaits you right here! Book now Quick Facts CurrencyRinggit Malaysia (RM) Electricity 240V 50Hz LanguageBahasa Malaysia, English, Chinese, Tamil Time zone GMT +8 Tel code +608 Religion Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism Want to read more? Download FREE Awesome Malaysia Guide now! Weather DEC - FEB Monsoon season19°C - 33°CDon't forget your umbrella! MAR - MAY Dry season21°C - 32°CGreat time to enjoy recreational activities. JUN - AUG Dry season23°C - 33°CA great time to explore the wonders of all things flora and fauna. SEP - NOV Rainy season23°C - 32°CExpect rainy days in between sunny days. View how you can fly in with our interactive map! Map it out Check out these other destinations! Australia Gold Coast Melbourne Sydney Cambodia Siem Reap China Changsha Hangzhou Kunming Shanghai Wuhan Xi'An Hong Kong Hong Kong India Kochi Indonesia Bali Bandung Jakarta Solo Yogyakarta Japan Nagoya Osaka Tokyo Malaysia Kota Kinabalu Kuala Lumpur Kuching Langkawi Miri Penang Myanmar Mandalay Nepal Kathmandu Singapore Singapore South Korea Busan Taiwan Taipei Thailand Bangkok Chiang Mai Krabi Phuket Surat Thani Vietnam Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City


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VALLEY TRANSPORTATION: There are so many iconic ways to get around and up and over inside Yosemite Valley that whole sections of travel books are devoted to transportation. Yep, visitors famously enter by cars -- many, many cars -- but once inside the national park they make for horseback and ice skates and boats on the Merced and the open-air trams and even carabiners on the way up El Capitan. There isn't a bad mode of transport around the stunning setting, in short, though bicycles are one tried-and-true way to roll. There are rental shops for both BMX cycles and road rollers, and lots of ways to see the park while pedaling. But one rather unusual way that only comes every so often is the Full Moon Bike Ride.
CYCLE BY STARRY SKY: Naturalists from Delaware North lead the tour, which is coming up on the nights of Saturday, Aug. 17 through Wednesday, Aug. 21. If you have your own bike it's just five bucks and fifty cents to join -- a deal for sure -- but you can join *and* rent a bike for $20.50. You'll take a "leisurely" roll for two hours by the light of the moon. ("By the light of the moon" are about the six prettiest words ever, it's true, but apply them to a bike ride through Yosemite National Park and the pretty factor goes way, way up.)
MORE NIGHTTIME ADVENTURES: The National Park Foundation has info on the bike tours as well as a host of other things to do in the valley in the evening. One other one we've got our eye on? The nighttime ice skating at Curry Village Ice Rink come winter. That is gosh darn magical, what with Half Dome and Glacier Point providing the glistening backdrops.


text: The Walkmen feature three members from Jonathan Fire*Eater and two from the Recoys. When Jonathan Fire*Eater disbanded in 1998, the group took the remainder of their Dreamworks funding and established an uptown rehearsal space in New York City that doubled as a 24-track recording studio where they use a wide variety of vintage equipment. The 900-square-foot Harlem industrial space, dubbed Marcata Studios, was completed in the fall of 1999. (Bands that have recorded at their studio include labelmates the French Kicks and experimental rockers Arto Lindsay and Nação Zumbi.) The Walkmen, some of whom had gigged in the city under the moniker Today Okay, formed in 2000 and consist of Fire Eaters Walter Martin (vocals, organ, etc.), Paul Maroon (guitars), and Matt Barrick (drums) and ex-Recoys Hamilton Leithauser (vocals) and Peter Bauer (bass). Like Jonathan Fire*Eater, the members of the Walkmen grew up together in the Washington, D.C., area and have played in the same bands since the fifth grade. Perhaps the only way the group could be any closer is if they were all related. (Martin and Leithauser are cousins, so the semi-merging of bands is also somewhat of a family reunion.) The Walkmen make a conscious attempt to evolve away from the raw, fiery garage sounds of their previous bands. They incorporate piano into the new songs as well as take the compositions in new directions by experimenting with instrumentation and recording techniques. The Walkmen are influenced by such diverse bands as the Pogues, Joy Division, Bruce Springsteen, Björk, U2, New Order, the Smiths, and the Cure. Their new music has favorably been compared to Pixies, Brian Eno, and the Velvet Underground with strong hints of U2 and Television. An online advertisement for the Marcata Studios explains that the owners appreciate the sonic recordings on Joy Division's Peel Sessions, Talking Heads' Fear of Music, the Specials' The Specials, and Royal Trux's Singles, among others. The Walkmen released a self-titled, four-song EP in 1999 through the small Brooklyn label Startime International (Brendan Benson) and completed a vinyl-only release to be made available at concerts. The first Walkmen concert was at Joe's Pub in the East Village in September of 2000, shortly after their EP was released. In 2002, the Walkmen made their proper full-length debut with Everyone Who Pretended to Like Me Is Gone. It was a favorite among indie crowds and the album led the Walkmen to tour the world in support of it. Bows + Arrows, the band's first for Warner Bros.' Record Collection label, appeared two years later. Along with touring and appearing in a cameo on the Fox TV series The O.C., the Walkmen began writing a novel, John's Journey, together. The band returned to the studio in 2005, working with Don Zientera at Arlington, VA's Inner Ear Studio on their third album, A Hundred Miles Off, and at their own Marcata Studio on a song-by-song cover of Harry Nilsson's Pussy Cats, which was the last album recorded in Marcata before the band closed it. A Hundred Miles Off was released in spring 2006, and Pussy Cats arrived that fall. The Walkmen recorded their fourth album in New York's Gigantic Studio and the same Oxford, MS, studio in which they recorded Bows + Arrows, releasing You & Me in 2008 on Gigantic Music. Lisbon, the group's sixth studio album, arrived in 2010 on the Fat Possum/Bella Union label. The following year, the Walkmen celebrated their 10th anniversary as a band while recording with Phil Ek; the results, Heaven, arrived in 2012.~ JT Griffith


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Great conditions and
action boom on the water!
The KTE 2013 season officially started this morning with the 1st skippersmeeting hold by course director Markus Schwendtner and freestyle head judge Bas Koole. The tour starts in France/ Almanarre with 46 Racers - 39 men and 7 women – as well as 49 Freestylers - 37 men and 12 women. This first edition of the european tour stop on the Côte d'Azur, is going to be a great event with a parallel execution of the two disciplines.
The registration was hold yesterday afternoon with over 95 riders from 14 countries coming to compete in the bay of Hyères. The riders has had more than 6 month to train and to learn new tricks to prepare. The best european riders are here to claim the 2013 european title in Freestyle or to get points for the IKA World Ranking in Course Racings as well to take home a part of the 10.000€ prize money.
The first day brought strong 30-35 knots. The action was intense right from the beginning. We started with the men's single elimination and right from the start we could see that the they trained hard over the winterbreak.
The men were riding with 7 meters kites and after to get used to the conditions, the spectators could seen some spectacular tricks. MINI KTE 2012 title holder Mario Rodwald from Germany (NKB) and german starlet Sabrina Lutz (NKB) won the Single Elimination. With eyes wide open the specators got a glimpse of a pretty bright kitesurfing future. The day ended with heat #34 in the double elimination. All of the riders demonstrated incredible progression and will go on tomorrow morning.
Focusing on course racing, the competition day proved to be atcionful as well. Racers entered the water in the morning, hungry for a day full of racing action. At the end of the first day, french rider Maxime Nocher (NKB) won 3 of four races following by Julien Kerneur (RRD). The riders were always quite close and handled out arresting battles. British race women Steph Bridge from UK (NKB) holds first place positioning by winning 2 of 3 races and hopes to keep it that way for the following competition days. On second place after three races, Katja Roose from Netherlands is fighting to get the leading position, too.
We could not have a better way to start the season with a greatful opening ceremony and perfect conditions to run Freestyle heats and Course Racing legs. Tomorrow nonstop action is planned. With competitors of an high level, the action is going to be top graded. Check out our news on facebook or follow us on twitter.
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Android security model doing best to enable mobile malware spread
At Information Security Decisions 2012, Dan Guido put the mobile malware focus on the Android security model and Google's mobile app vetting process.
NEW YORK – Mobile malware is real and attackers are using it to steal confidential business data stored on smartphones. But don't let anyone fool you into believing there is a deep hacker think-tank at work, developing exploits for the latest mobile device vulnerabilities. Researchers such as Dan Guido have instead painted a clearer picture of the mobile malware landscape, and it's frighteningly simple, and enabled quite nicely for the most part by Google's Android security model.
There are 300 million Android devices out there, and most have never updated from the version they're at today … There's almost unlimited exposure.
Dan Guido, co-founder, CEO, Trail of Bits.
Guido, co-founder and CEO of research firm Trail of Bits, on Tuesday presented data at Information Security Decisions 2012 that suggests attackers are using a limited number of publicly known exploits to attack mobile phones, in particular the Android platform. And they're doing so via malicious mobile applications that are enjoying success on app stores because of sub-standard vetting processes and code-signing practices.
"We found zero malware on the iOS [Apple] App Store and more than 30 on the Google Marketplace on dozens of applications, potentially impacting hundreds of thousands of users," Guido said.
Attackers are keen on gaining privilege escalation on a mobile device in order to exfiltrate data to a server they control. Working on some simple economics, the cost of an attack has to be less than the potential revenue an attacker stands to gain. Factors figuring into the cost of an attack for a hacker include ease in which a device can be compromised, and the probability of getting caught, as well as the value of the targeted data and whether it can be monetized.
The best defense, Guido said, is to raise the cost for attackers to exploit devices. Apple, he said, has put in significant roadblocks to stop code execution. It signs all code submitted to its App Store and applications are given a unique ID and directory. Also, its Seatbelt sandbox restricts applications from accessing data from other applications, reducing the attack surface for the iOS kernel, Guido said.
Android's security capabilities minimize costs for attackers, Guido said. Rather than code signing, Android employs No-eXecute or the NX bit, which limits areas in the operating system where code is allowed to execute. Guido said this is less effective than the code signing Apple falls back upon. Apple also patches vulnerabilities that lead to jailbreaks much quicker than Google does for Android, which means Android exploits have a much longer lifespan.
"There are 300 million Android devices out there, and most have never updated from the version they're at today," Guido said, adding that early generation Android devices won't be able to update to the upcoming 4.0 version because of hardware limitations. "There's almost unlimited exposure."
Guido said there are no mobile browser attacks in the wild, no wireless attacks compromising devices, and no application-to-application exploits. "It's all Android, and it's all jailbreaks," he said.
Instead, mobile malware attacks, such as Android DroidDream, follow a similar pattern. A public exploit is used to develop the malware, which is injected into a mobile application. The application is put online, most often into an application marketplace. Then the attacker begins to lure victims via text messages or email social engineering to download the malicious app. Once installed, the jailbreak exploit escalates privileges for the attacker who is then able to establish contact with a command-and-control server, where data is sent and then sold, or abused in other ways. "This is the systemic process all intrusions follow, otherwise they won't make money at the other end," Guido said. "If you're able to disrupt it anywhere on the chain, the attack won't be successful."
Attacks via Android-based mobile applications are the attack vehicle of choice because of the lackluster security around the application submission process, Guido said; the trouble starts at the outset. Whether on the Google Play Android Developer Console or the iOS App Store, developers sign up with a credit card. On Google Play, your credit card number is your ID, while Apple requires either a driver's license number or articles of incorporation. Both platforms do static application code reviews, but the key is that Apple does not allow runtime modifications of an application; whatever you submit to the App Store is what must be offered on the App Store. Google, meanwhile, allows runtime modifications of code. An attacker can push a malicious app through Google Play much easier than iOS because they are able to modify the application once it's in the marketplace. This process is not easily repeatable on the Apple App Store; the code signing that is part of a security review is likely to catch a malicious app.
"You'd need a new ID every time and this gets costly for an attacker," Guido said. "[For Android] you can steal credit card numbers by the hundreds and submit apps that are allowed to change after you submit them. The security review is much less effective and there are no repercussions. You can continue through the process until you're successful."
Boiling it down, there are very few active mobile exploits and those that exist target just one platform; it's simple economics.
"There's a disconnect between what the security industry is talking about and what the product community is coming up with," Guido said. "There's too much focus on possibilities, and not enough on [real] threats."


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Title: Age of Empires III Collectors edition
Platform: PC
Region: PAL
Condition: Boxed, very good, complete
Age of Empires III is the newest installment of the real-time strategy series Age of Empires. Continuing where Age of Empires II: Age of Kings left off, this version lets you play as a European superpower bent on exploring and conquering the New World. Age of Empires III adds improved physics, new units, new civilizations, and an extensive single-player campaign.


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LED Light Up Letter - 60cm - E
Light Up Letters, also known as "marquee letters" are giant illuminated LED letters, numbers or symbols that create a magical and unique environment at your wedding, function or corporate event.
Spell out your name, function, team, event, company and more! Only your imagination limits the possibilities!
Our light up event marquee letters are available in both 60cm and 120cm size (2 foot and 4 foot) in the full alphabet as well as every number and several characters. The LED lights function off standard power and can be set up in almost any location.
Size: 60cm (height) x 25cm (depth)
Finish: White gloss
Power: We can connect up to 6 letters on just one standard power outlet! We supply an extension lead up to 25 metres
Bulbs: LED turbo bulb (standard) with a warm white finish
Suitable: Both indoor or outdoor (preferably on a hard, stable surface.
This description is for a 60cm, letter "C". Add to your quote with any other letters, numbers or characters you need.
*Pricing shown excludes delivery charges. Additional costs apply where stairs, lifts or excessive travel from our vehicle loading spot is required (to the top floor of a building, steps to a higher level, further than 25 metres to a set up point etc). Set up and pack down of our light up letters is included in this price.


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Chicken Tortilla Soup
a healthy, veggie packed recipe
There are many different versions of Chicken Tortilla Soup out there. Most versions are called Chicken Tortilla Soup because the soup is thickened with corn tortillas that are softened in the broth, then pureed... my Chicken Tortilla Soup is not one of those versions. Not because I don't like those versions, but because I didn't want to get my blender out and because I was looking to make a healthier version. So... I'm calling my soup Chicken Tortilla Soup because it reminds me of those soups, but in reality it is more like a Mexican Chicken & Vegetable Soup. And it is good. Really good.
When I am making an effort to be healthy I don't like to limit myself from things I like (dessert, cheese, chocolate, pizza, pasta...), instead, I add things that are more healthy like extra fruits and veggies. This soup helps me do that. It is full of vegetables (carrots, tomatoes, spinach...) and roasted chicken, but it still has a just enough of the 'good' stuff (and by 'good' stuff I mean 'not-so-good' stuff : sour cream, avocado and cheese) to make it satisfying. It is a chunky, vegetable packed soup that is full of flavor. If you do want to make it really healthy, skip the garnishes.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
a healthy, veggie packed recipe
1 pound of chicken breasts
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon of taco seasoning
2 tablespoons of olive oil
2 cloves of garlic, minced
4 carrots, large dice
1 (10 oz.) can of Rotel (tomatoes with Green Chiles)
1 (32 oz) can of whole tomatoes
1 quart of chicken stock
4 cups of spinach
4 green onions, diced
Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper
1/4 cup of heavy cream (optional)
Garnishes :
Sour Cream
Tortilla Chips
Green Onion
Roast Chicken :
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. On a baking sheet, place chicken breasts, then drizzle with olive oil. Season all sides with taco seasoning. Bake for 20+ minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the breasts.
Soup :
In a pot, cook garlic and carrots on medium heat for a couple of minutes. Add tomatoes, rotel and chicken stock. Season with salt and pepper, if needed. Bring to a simmer. Add spinach. Cook the soup for 10 minutes until the flavors are well combined. Finish the soup with heavy cream to add richness (optional).
When the chicken has cooked completely, shred it with a fork. Place the chicken into the soup. Serve hot with garnishes.


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The Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation (Common Criteria) is a framework through which the security evaluation of products may be comparatively analyzed and measured to predefined standards. Its continued development and maintenance is recognized as the ISO/IEC 15408 international standard. See http://www.commoncriteriaportal.org/ for more information.
Through the 140 series of the FIPS publications, the U.S. government has defined requirements for the use of cryptographic modules in information systems. The publications can be located at http://csrc.nist.gov/publications/PubsFIPS.html.
By OMB Memorandum M-05-22, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) was tasked to develop the standards and testing necessary to enable the roll out of IPv6 across the U.S. Government. This particular standard is known as USGv6. HP also participates in the IPv6 Ready Logo Program operated by the IPv6 Forum. See http://www.nist.gov/itl/antd/usgv6.cfm for additional details on USGv6. IPv6 Ready Logo Program details can be found at http://www.ipv6ready.org/ .
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Julie Parliament
Accounts Receivable
Julie has been with the company since May 2008. She has been married to her husband for 15 years, and they have one daughter and one son. Her husband is retired from the U.S. Navy.
Julie lives on a hobby farm with horses, rabbits, chickens, cats and one dog. In the summer, her family also raises a couple of pigs. Her husband enjoys gardening and puts in a big garden every year.
"He also has an asparagus patch, raspberries, strawberries and has recently put in a grape arbor," she said. "There are also a few apple trees, but they didn't produce this year."
She said they usually make apple cider in the fall, and also make their own horseradish in the spring or fall.
Julie's favorite thing to do to relax when she is not at work is riding horses or reading. Otherwise, she said, she is busy taking care of other things on the farm.


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2 pears, diced (about 2 cups, I used Scarlet pears)
1 3/4 cup flour
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup sour cream (reduced fat is okay)
2 tbsp butter, melted and cooled
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
2 inch knob fresh ginger, grated*
2 eggs
Preheat oven to 375. Line or grease and flour 12 wells in a standard muffin tin. In a large bowl, mix together sour cream, sugar, eggs and melted butter. Stir in ginger. In a separate bowl, whisk together the spices, baking powder and flour. Add to the wet ingredients and mix thoroughly. Fold in pears. Distribute evenly between the wells. Bake 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the center muffin comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
*I like to grate it right over the bowl when I go to add it, so I don't lose any of the juices or bits of ginger.


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it's really just odd.....few years back there was a petition going around to remove bsl...Leland Gordon didn't really say much about the breed itself just that there would be a lot that would end up in shelters if they had removed the ban..
2012 (Winnipeg) what he said about not lifting the ban....
"Gordon previously worked for animal shelters in the United States and said he consistently saw large numbers of pit bulls euthanized because it's difficult to find pet owners who want to adopt them. He said Winnipeg animal shelters already have trouble finding homes for other popular dog breeds.
"The dog still does carry that stigma, which is sad," said Gordon, who used to foster pit bulls when he lived in the U.S. "Ultimately, they would be abused, neglected; they would be hard to find homes for."
2007 (Trenton)
A member of the committee who helped develop the amended ordinance, Leland Gordon, executive director of Animal Friends Humane Society in Trenton, said of pit bulls, "We don't want to judge a book by its cover. If you own a pit bull, please be more responsible."
Leland Gordon, executive director of Animal Friends Humane Society in Trenton, urged the council to revisit the breed-specific restriction.
"It's important that the city judge dogs individually rather than just based on their breed," said Gordon, who added that most of the pit bulls brought to the shelter in Trenton are euthanized. "The government has made rash decisions — let's kill them all."
is this the same person?? wtf....if it is...stand up for the breed you coward...
Winnipeg and Leland Gordon
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