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Prevalence of early child birth and its implication on safe child delivery in Osun State, South-Western Nigeria.
Published at African Journal of Social Policy and Administration Vol.1 (1):70 – 84
Published in 2008
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Couples' Socio-Economic Characteristics: Determinants of Children's Nutritional Status in Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria.
Population Change, Infrastructure Usage and Economic Development in Selected sub-Saharan African countries
(Forthcoming): Residential Influence on Child Survival in Nigeria: Its implication on population growth.
(Forthcoming): Socio-Demographic Factors Influencing Fertility in Nigeria: Its Impacts on Population Growth
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I had a fun time with some Valentines for the kids, their classes and Tony this year...thanks in BIG part to my new love affair with Pinterest!
For the week leading up to Valentine's Day, I used this darling pillbox idea from The Dating Divas (this is their picture...I didn't snap one of mine). In each section, I put a little slip of paper with 1 thing that I love about each kid (and Tony), candy, and those tiny little squishy toys the kids love. They have had a ball opening a new part each morning and as a mom, I get a little kick when they look for the note from me first.
Josh chose to use this cute idea with Goldfish cookie bags to ask his classmates to o'fish'ally be his Valentine.
Anna used this cute butterfly pattern I actually had bookmarked from last year to make her Valentines. We had a ball putting them together and gluing on the eyes. We also decided to use patterned paper so we didn't have to do any additional decorating.
We came up with Sam's Valentines all on our own. We even like them better than last years...
For the kids' teachers, I made Valentine-themed puppy chow (from Pinterest here) and put it in brown paper bags. Originally, the idea was to print this cute template (also bookmarked from last year) on the paper bags, but they kept jamming in my printer so I just printed them on sticker sheets, trimmed them up, stuck 'em on the front of the bag and tied it up with my favorite red baker's twine.
Whew. I think all I want for Valentine's day is a Nap!
Monday, February 13, 2012
Valentines Smalentines
Labels: valentines
2 comments:
- Jeni said...
Oh Amber they are all so cute!!! Sam's is my favorite though. I want to try the pill box for my family...maybe next year. Ha, I did the same brown paper bags...I was lucky this time though because I did get mine to go through the printer...well, untill the last one. I was so excited my plan was working and then on my last one it took me over 30 minutes, it kept getting jammed, then I had to turn off the printer and start over like 4 times...all for the last one. But it's over and all it well.
Happy Valentine's Day
- February 14, 2012 at 2:31 PM
- MooreInterest said...
Could you PLEASE come and be our Valentine Fairy? This year was a bit of a flop! Wish I had been as prepared as you! So thoughful, as usual!!! Hope you had a great day!
- February 15, 2012 at 10:18 PM
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The Mitsubishi MU-2 is one of postwar Japan's most successful aircraft. It is a high-wing, twin-engine turboprop, and has a pressurized cabin. (photo : Airliners)
Over the next four months the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) will take delivery of four Mitsubishi MU-2F fixed-wing aircraft and six Kaman SH-2F Seasprite helicopters. The Air Force has been looking into revitalising its aging training aids at RNZAF Ground Training Wing (GTW) Woodbourne near Blenheim to ensure its current and upgraded aviation fleet can meet the needs of New Zealand into the future.
"This is an exciting time for the Air Force to move our maintenance training capability onto aircraft systems and airframes that are more akin to our current aircraft types, but also creating the training capacity and skill sets for our new aircraft capabilities and systems we will receive in the near-future," said the Deputy Chief of Air Force, Air Commodore Gavin Howse.
The first two Mitsubishi MU-2Fs are due to fly in to Woodbourne from Texas, USA this weekend or early next week, depending on the weather. The second two aircraft are undergoing pre-flight maintenance and are scheduled to leave the USA early August.
The six Kaman SH-2F Seasprite helicopters have been in storage in the Arizona desert for 14 years and are due to be shipped to New Zealand late 2009.
The aircraft will be used by the GTW for technical trade training. They will replace the aging de Havilland Devon aircraft and Bell 47 Sioux helicopters which have served their purpose but are no longer relevant training aids as the Air Force undergoes modernisation across all fleets. They allow future Air Force Avionics and Aircraft technicians to learn their trades on aircraft more relevant to the Air Force's modernised fleet.
The Commanding Officer of GTW, Wing Commander Nigel Sainsbury said, "The delivery of these aircraft not only sees the successful and early achievement of another initiative within the RNZAF Strategic Plan, but consolidates GTW's reputation as a 'First Class' provider of Aeronautical Training for the RNZAF, allowing future training to be aligned with the rest of the Aviation Industry in New Zealand."
Please note that these aircraft are not intended to fly, but simply to train our maintenance personnel.
RNZAF Ground Training Wing Woodbourne
Today, GTW Woodbourne is the Air Force's only support base. Units at Woodbourne are responsible for the training of recruits, initial officer training, trade training and command training. The Ground Training Wing was created in 1995 from existing units at Woodbourne and those relocated from Wigram and Hobsonville.
Also at Woodbourne is the Air Force's only heavy maintenance facility for the repair of aircraft airframes, engines and avionics systems. This unit was commercialised in 1998 and is now managed by Safe Air Ltd. With a typical student population, Woodbourne has personnel strength of around 1,250.
This comprises 700 service personnel and 100 civilians, while around 450 contractor's staff operate the Repair Depot and provide essential support services. (ends)
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There is but one big reason much of America will wake up early this morning and watch the Open Championship.
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As always, I'm following and covering not only the action on the course but Jason Sobel's excellent live blog.
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North Texas Chapter Events (Dallas) Find us
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The International Council of Museums, in an effort to fight against illicit traffic in cultural goods, compiles the Emergency Red List of Egyptian Cultural Objects at Risk. This list aims to help art and heritage professionals and law enforcement officials identify Egyptian objects that are protected by national and international legislations. View the Red List for Egypt.


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Nothing! Everything you need to get in the air is included in the box, including four AA batteries for the transmitter.
The amazing Blade® Scout CX™ heli may only weigh a little over half an ounce (17 grams), but it will have you flying circles around other helis like it. State-of-the-art 2.4GHz radio control with advanced Blade engineering and electronics** make it all possible. And it's so easy to fly, you'll be able to do it even if you've never flown before.
** The included radio system is not compatible with JR 2.4GHz or Spektrum 2.4GHz systems.
Blade Scout CX Repair Tutorials
|Approximate Assembly Time:
|No assembly required
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|3.7V 1S 70mAh LiPo (included)
|Completion Level:
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No. The EFLRT324 is the only transmitter that will work with the Scout CX.
You are not able to use a different battery with the Scout. The black collar is specific to the mounting cage and will not accept another size.
This helicopter is recommended for anyone ranging from beginner to experienced.
Most of the smaller parts come with the main frame flight module. Other than that, the main blades, tail boom, landing skid and body are available separately.
The directional control of the heli is through the rudder stick. The most common cause of this is due to the rudder trim favoring one direction excessively. If the heli is rotating clockwise, please press the left rudder trim button below the throttle/rudder stick. If the heli is rotating counter-clockwise, please press the right rudder trim button. Each press of the button should reduce the rotation; though keep in mind that multiple pressing of the button should be necessary.
It means that the scout has Yaw (Rudder), Pitch (Elevator) and Lift (Throttle). A 4 channel helicopter has Yaw (Rudder), Pitch (Elevator), Roll (Aileron) and Lift (Throttle). With a coaxial helicopter, the Roll function is useful, but for a beginner pilot, often adds additional difficulty for customers new to the hobby.
You haven't armed the motor/ESC yet. Nearly all of Horizon's Electric RC Products requires the throttle and the throttle trim to be all the way down. Until the ESC has acknowledged that the trim and throttle are down, it will not provide any power to the motor(s).
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Rose Gold Letter Balloon - Giant Foil Rose Gold Letter A Balloon
These giant foil balloons are sold flat for self-inflation - Inflate giant foil letter balloons with helium to float or with air to suspend. (Packaged)
Giant Foil Letter Balloons Size & Capacity: These giant foil letter balloons are approximately 34" when inflated. The helium capacity is approximately 2 to 2.2 cubic feet per foil letter balloon. The valve built into the neck of the balloon is self-sealing allowing the foil letter balloon to be re-inflated to extend its float-time. Once filled simply attached curling ribbon or nylon line. Helium-filled giant foil letter balloons have an average good float-time of 5-7 days but may last longer depending on conditions. Once inflated, avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. In cold air, the helium balloon will deflate slightly, exposure to warm air will restore proper inflation. Excessive heat could cause the balloon to burst.
Inflation Advice: Always under-inflate foil balloons if you do not have an auto-shutoff valve on your helium cylinder. This will reduce the burst risk and allow for helium expansion in warmer environments. Do not fill the foil balloon tight and leave crinkles along the balloon seam.
Caution: Do not release helium-filled balloons outdoors or near power lines. This balloon may conduct electricity. Misuse can cause injury. Dispose of properly. Helium gas should never be inhaled.


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_ (Bass) Don't make me get Old Skool…
_ So everyone is going a bit nuts about basslines again: it's like bass itself has been away somewhere for a well-deserved break and has finally returned with a lovely suntan and loads of duty free vodka; like a previously missing section of the aural spectrum has suddenly revealed itself again and startled the nation. Fuck's sake – even Jo Whiley is currently using Benga & Coki's 'Night' (Tempa) to soundtrack her inane warblings about how she personally discovered The Ting Tings under a shoe box in Marc Jacobs or whatever.
From the nocturnal, post-rave rumblings of dubstep to the absurdist contortions of 'bassline'. (Knocking us all out with that clearly long-pondered over name there, guys. I kinda prefer 'niche', but that sounds even dafter, like it was coined by an interior decorator called Marcel.) Add the whole Dubsided / Switch-influenced bass twitches of Crookers, Hervé, Trevor Loveys_ et al and mix with a growing resurgence of interest in dancehall / booty / miami / drum & bass etc _etc and you have a nation going bassline potty once again. Is it, perhaps, because we're plummeting head-first into another recession, the first since the early '90s? (Which, lest we forget, brought us jungle - the last time in living memory that bass truly got all the attention.) Are we all, like Pavlovian schmucks, instantly drawn to the low-end when it looks like a few city traders are going lose that hard-earned second Docklands property?
Not that I'm complaining, mind: a club track without a compelling bassline is usually a sorry creature – like a wet cat, or an unfortunately shaved poodle. However, disproving received theory (as always) is Shackleton, who moves away from his previous experiments in diaphanous low-end with 'Death is not Final' (Skull Disco) and focuses instead on the shivering, percussive voodoo that makes his tracks so unique. Pitching his particular brand of dubstep down to 120bpm and giving the riddims a solid 4/4 template places him well ahead of the pack once again. Can we even call this dubstep? Who gives?!
An excellent example of low-end theory is the latest from the aforementioned Crookers with their 'Knobbers' 12" (Southern Fried). Despite a title that suggests that Big Beat is alive and well and living, inexplicably, in Italy, it features three tracks with basslines so wayward that if you posted them to yourself they would probably end up in an Uzbek sorting office. Alex Gopher, the French house legend behind Super Discount, returns with the towering low-to-mid-to-ear-piercing-range wobble of 'Aurora' (Go 4 Music), an impatient, stalking bass riff that furiously builds over a stripped down electro beat: An immediate party starter. Benga's forthcoming 'E Trips' (Tempa) is another triumph of twisted bass absurdism and Riva Starrs' 'Scratch n Itch' EP demonstrates house-tethered basslines that recall Claude von Stroke and Hervé getting friendly in the back of a speedboat – bumpy, lurching and just a little bit scary.
Old Skool video action: Alex Gopher's 'Party People'
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Moving back to the French (as I try to do as often as possible),* Alan Braxe's stunning '_Music for my Friends_' EP (Work It Baby) showcases the disco-house genius's diverse skills behind a mixing console across four tracks, from '_Love Theme_''s sonorous, decadent cradle of bass warmth and pulsing, side-chained stings to '_Santuary_''s tranced-out, synthetic undulations. And yeah, it sounds like a night-drive through an Eastern Bloc city in a Ferrari Testarossa, but you can _never_ take enough night drives in one of those. Just ask *Kavinsky.
Lyon techno-infant Surkin (pictured, main) returns with the mighty 'Next of Kin' EP (Intstitubes) and continues the current trend for all things revivalist and Old Skool with standout track 'White Night 2': like a surgically precise stitching together of Inner City's 'Good Life', Rhythim is Rhythim's 'Strings of Life' and Altern 8's 'Infiltr8 808', it somehow still manages to sound fresh and vital, like distilled joy on tap. It's a current set highlight and guaranteed dancefloor carnage for any DJ that's not too up themselves to play something so obviously in thrall to past glories. There's also a luscious remix from Todd Edwards of the title track included, which returns to that cut-up hypnotic vocal, boompty house thing he used to do so well (and clearly still does).
Continuing the old skool theme, some other remixes that are lighting up dancefloors this month with the big pianos and the Solinas Strings include Bart B More's stripped to the core take on Utah Saints' 'Something Good' (although I wish he'd kept the vocal), Simian Mobile Disco's spine-tingling nine-minute version of Inner City's 'Big Fun' (KMS Records) and Trevor Loveys' remix of Pink Skull's quirky electro-houser 'Drugs Will Keep us Together' (The Savant Guard) which thankfully doesn't do what you expect it to with a fat, programmed break and some deftly executed rave stabs (vocal and otherwise).
Most pointless remix of the month award has to go the 'Russell from Bloc Party' remix of Does it Offend You, Yeah's rash-inducing electro-punker 'We Are Rockstars' (Virgin). Sorry Russell, but clearly the fact that this has been credited to 'Russell from_ Bloc Party' appears to be the only reason that a 'Russell from Bloc Party' remix ever got commissioned in the first place. It's another competent but exhausting take on headache electro, those gruesome grind-a-thons that still _seem to be clogging up the Hype Machine, despite its ubiquity and dog-tiredness remaining an unsettling testament to its floor-filling potential at your average Club NME night… Can we move away from this beer-sticky, floor-tacky take on dance music now, please? It feels like the scrag-end of Big Beat all over again but without the Michael Jackson samples, football chants and latent sexism to lighten the mood.
And move away we shall with the effortlessly impeccable electronic disco leanings of DFAs recent output. After a lengthy dry patch, it seems to be looking back to achieve some forward motion again: Having re-invigorated the piano house anthem with last years 'Still Going Theme', its now the turn of late '70s alt-disco with Hercules & Love Affair's towering 'Blind' (featuring Antony, of 'and the Johnsons' fame) – its melancholic, horn-led glamour has already become a club staple and sits in the mix like a Faberge Egg in a battery-farmers yield. But just when you think DFA have gone completely retro, they release * Syclops*' 'Where's Jason K?', Maurice Fulton's future-fucking spatial-echo-disco epic to remind us that, for all of the past's gilded treasures, it's to the future that dance music should ultimately be facing.
Video: Hercules & Love Affair's 'Blind'
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"Loom Band" and its Effect on Health
The Ministry of Health will like to address the issue of phthalates, a carcinogenic chemical detected in the Loom Band and its subsequent withdrawal by one of the toy retailers in Britain. It is known that phthalates are substances added to plastic to increase its flexibility, transparency, durability, and longevity. They contribute to between 10% – 60% of the plastic by weight in the product. It is classified as a Class 3 carcinogen i.e. having proven carcinogenic effects in animal models but not in humans. Phthalate/DEHP is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Group 3) by the International Agency of Research on Cancer (IARC). According to IARC, there is inadequate evidence in humans for the carcinogenicity of phthalate except in experimental animals. Phthalate exposure may be through direct use or by indirect means through leaching and general environmental contamination. Oral is believed to be the main source of di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and other phthalates in the general population.
The use of some phthalates has been restricted for use in children's toys in the European Union since 1999. Likewise, other developed countries such as the United States of America and Canada have restricted DEHP, BBP, and DBP for all toys. In the case of DINP, DIDP and DNOP, these are restricted only for toys which could be possibly taken into the mouth by children. The restriction states that the amount of phthalates may not be greater than 0.1% mass percent of the plasticized part of the toy. These phthalates are allowed at any concentration in other products and other phthalates are not restricted.
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The nonprofit Operation Roger is matching truck drivers with abandoned animals, transporting them to families that are willing to adopt. NBC's Mark Potter reports.
By Erika Angulo, Producer, NBC News
For former trucker Sue Wiese, obstacles don't get in the way of her drive to save pets' lives.
The 69-year-old Texas grandmother is the founder of Operation Roger, a group of volunteer truck drivers who transport animals from kill shelters and rescue groups to families willing to adopt them.
"We're a ragtag group of pet lovers who want to help pets who already have a home to go to, give them some T.L.C., and a hitchhike to get there," she said.
Now retired, Wiese started the nonprofit, named after her late Manchester Terrier, Roger, after listening to grim stories coming out of Hurricane Katrina's devastation in August 2005. As she drove one night, Wiese said she prayed for guidance on how to help the pets stranded by the storm.
She says she remembered saying, "Lord, I am just a truck driver, is there anything I can do to help?"
Then it came to her: transportation.
At the advice of loved ones, Wiese called into Bill Mack's XM Satellite talk show, a favorite with truckers, to ask for support to transport abandoned pets.
Courtesy of Toni Bowser
Toni Bowser, one of the coordinators for Operation Roger, helped rescue several dogs from a crowded shed in Oklahoma.
She described her idea on the air -- and although no one volunteered right away, by the end of the program her phone had voicemails from a dozen other truckers wanting to participate.
Finding their 'forever family'
Almost eight years later, Operation Roger has 50 truck drivers. Their two coordinators locate a driver who will be traveling near the pet's destination, or they locate a series of truckers who can do a relay to move the rescued animal from one state to the other until finally arriving at the home of the adoptive family.
"Dogs, cats, ferrets, hamsters, gerbils, chinchillas, anything a driver can put in the cab of their truck they will take," said Wiese.
Chihuahua owner and trucker Tony Hamilton said the drivers treat the dogs like they are family, carrying one animal at a time.
"We're all pet lovers," he said.
Pekingese Shelby is the 692nd pet to "hitchhike" to his "forever family." He lived under a tin shed crowded with some other 30 dogs and at least two dozen cats in Buffalo, Okla., for years until the local sheriff stepped in and labeled it a hoarding situation.
Courtesy: David Binz
Washington State-based truck driver David Binz transported this rescue dog named Shelby to his new family in Alaska, a nine-day journey from Oklahoma.
Rescue groups Furever Friends and W.O.O.F. Pet Rescue took in the pets.
"The feces and the urine were inches thick," said Melba Shawn Evans of Furever Friends.
Alaska family adopts Shelby
Then a family in Tok, Alaska spotted dog Shelby on a pet rescue website and decided to adopt him. Operation Roger coordinator Toni Bowser found Washington State-based driver David Binz who had been assigned to pick up goods in Texas bound for Alaska.
As a volunteer for the group, Binz has transported nine dogs and one cat since he joined Operation Roger.
"It's a good way that truck drivers in America can give back to society because we're not home a lot," he said. "We can't do a lot of volunteer projects, but this is something that we can do."
For nine days Shelby rode with Binz and his own dog Izzy for 4,579 miles. Saturday they arrived in Tok, Alaska, where the Kern family anxiously awaited Shelby's arrival. Morgan, 11, and her twin sister Madison met the Pekingese with big smiles and hugs.
"I'm very excited," Morgan said.
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The Kern family poses with their new dog, Shelby, who was rescued from Oklahoma.
Shelby's new dad said the family is proud of being able to provide a good home for the dog.
"He was in a bad situation and it was just our duty to do something like that, to give him a good home," said Todd Kern.
Operation Roger drivers are not just transporting pets, said Bowser, they are also helping the animals heal from abuse and abandonment trauma.
"They're being loved on during the ride, the drivers try to meet the pets' needs" she said.
To this day, Wiese is surprised and impressed at how many people have joined her cause.
"I feel in awe," she said. "It's been a whirlwind."


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Efforts to significantly boost the usage of renewable power are burdening power grids, leading to increased financial and ecological issues. An effort has created systems and methods to realise low-energy districts. Renewable energy supply fluctuates, and matching its demand and supply is becoming all the more challenging. Smart energy management systems and energy storage space systems are required to accommodate a big share of renewable energy in current energy infrastructure. A project set off to increase the use of on-site renewable power at region level by matching its power need and supply. Undertaking partners began by categorising different district kinds and analysing their different load profiles. They then mapped the gear that can be utilized in a district and examined their overall performance. Thermal storage space and smart control are key components of concept. Thermal storage enables a control system to match the supply and need of heat. Thermal storage technologies had been designed following research on novel storage methods. Team members developed a smart power management system to match supply and demand of electrical energy and temperature at the same time. A full-scale demonstration was successfully carried out by setting up the system in 106 dwellings and 9 commercial spaces in an innercity region under development. A simulation tool to evaluate new types of energy systems for existing and new areas was also created and implemented. To make the developed system appealing to end users and meet their increasing energy demands, the group developed a set of novel business models. They are all based on the freedom of the energy consumed or created within the district, and are incorporated into the system. The project envisioned a sustainable community that strives for financial, environmental and social stability. With fossil fuels expected to run out and the need for energy to boost, current energy supply systems are undergoing radical modifications. It helped enhance a number of types of thermal storage technologies to handle the variability of renewable power. In doing therefore, it demonstrated just how to fully exploit the potential of renewable energy.
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An informal consultation meeting was set for 2:45, and only six miles from home. The temperature was hovering at the 20 degree mark, the sun was shining and there was no wind. The bike? Why naturally, and a chance to get some different photos of the area.
The New Bedford/Fairhaven bridge has a set of stairs that allows pedestrians and bicyclist to enter the city safely without having to fight traffic. The photo above is taken from the top of the stairs and a rider has to portage the bike to the city streets.
The meeting was on the fringe area of downtown near St. Lukes Hospital It's a very scenic section of the city with large turn of the century homes originally built by the wealthy factory and whaling principals.
A blogging friend Grant in Prague wrote about the cemeteries in the Czech Republic and how they adorn the grave stones with photos of the buried. A little bit of extra time before the meeting allowed for some photos of the "Rural Cemetery" of New Bedford. The dates, some from the 18th, century give a revealing glimpse of the residence of the once great city.


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Kate Gosselin made her "Dancing" debut on Monday night, and while she drew mixed reviews from the judges, her sights remained set on the coveted mirrorball trophy.
Kate's Viennese Waltz with partner Tony Dovolani netted the pair only 16 out of 30 points – leaving only competitors Buzz Aldrin and Aiden Turner with lower opening scores – but the reality mom of eight told Access not to rule her out just yet.
"You said that you can win this. After tonight, do you think you can?" Access Hollywood's Shaun Robinson asked Kate after the show.
"You know what, I'm never going to rule out the impossible because the impossible for me is always possible. It's really possible for anybody," she said. "We're going to do our best and if it leads to that, that's great."
Prior to her ballroom debut on Monday night, Kate said her mission was to prove her eight kids wrong, after they told their mom she couldn't dance when she broke the news to her family that she would be joining the "DWTS" cast.
[CLICK HERE for more of our interview with Kate & Tony!]
So did the kids get to see mom hit the dance floor?
"They are in bed. I will hear their comments tomorrow morning," she revealed.
"What can you imagine them saying?" Shaun asked.
"I actually thought to myself every time the camera panned to me, I could just hear them screaming, 'There's mommy!' and I know that's what they were doing and that comforts me because a lot of the work that I do, they don't get to see it," Kate explained. "So I take home pictures or I try to describe what I did. On this occasion, they could see me and it just made me smile."
As for rumors that Kate has been displaying "diva" behavior on the set, Tony set the record straight on his "Dancing" partner.
"Absolutely not," Tony insisted. "I thought she was an incredible person before I met her and I still think that… She's got an incredible heart and you should see her with her kids – it's unbelievable. So to me, I don't care what anybody says, I know she's not [a diva]."
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As SOPA/PIPA Still Loom, Techies Already Creating Workarounds
from the of-course-they-are deptWhile there's still a fight over whether or not SOPA and PIPA will pass, it seems that people are already working up basic hacks to make the laws obsolete, should they pass. The folks behind MAFIAAFire, the browser plugin designed to route around ICE seizures has created a new offering, dreadfully named "The Pirate Bay Dancing," which will route around any DNS or IP blocking by using a rotating list of proxy servers. If you thought that ICE was upset about MAFIAAFire, you'd have to imagine they won't be at all pleased about this bit of code. Of course, SOPA does have an anti-circumvention clause in there, which would effectively make this plugin illegal. Of course, I can't see how they could possibly enforce something like that. Using a proxy in general is legal. How will they know if you're using a proxy to get around these particular blocks? Either way, it's yet another example of why the MPAA's insistence that DNS blocking remain in the bill shows (yet again) how technically clueless they are. DNS blocking is a total waste of time. It makes the internet less secure. It fragments key pieces of the internet. Breaks the basic agreement of how the internet is supposed to work... And all for what? To create a system that won't actually block much at all?
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|Oracle® OLAP DML Reference
11g Release 2 (11.2)
Part Number E17122-05
|View PDF
The EVERY function returns
YES when every value of a Boolean expression is
TRUE, or
NO when any value of the expression is
Return Value
EVERY(boolean-expression [CACHE] [dimension...])
The Boolean expression whose values are to be evaluated.
Specifies slightly different internal behavior. Specify this keyword only when the original performance is extremely slow.
The name of a dimension of the result; or, the name of a relation between one dimension of boolean-expression and another dimension that you want as a dimension of the result.
By default, EVERY returns a single
YES or
NO value. When you indicate one or more dimensions for the result, EVERY tests for
TRUE values along the dimensions that are specified and returns an array of values. Each dimension must be either a dimension of boolean-expression or related to one of its dimensions.
Tip:When you specify a dimension that is not an actual dimension of boolean-expression, but, instead, is dimension that is related to a dimension of boolean-expression and when there are multiple relations between the two dimensions, Oracle OLAP uses the default relation between the dimensions to perform the calculation. (See the RELATION command for more information on default relations.) When you do not want Oracle OLAP to use this default relation, specify the related dimension by specifying the name of a specify relation.
Usage Notes
The Effect of NASKIP on EVERY
EVERY is affected by the NASKIP option. When NASKIP is set to
YES (the default), EVERY ignores
NA values and returns
YES when every value of the expression that is not
NA is
TRUE and returns
NO when any values are not
TRUE. When NASKIP is set to
NO, EVERY returns
NA when any value of the expression is
NA. When all the values of the expression are
NA, EVERY returns
NA for either setting of NASKIP.
Example 7-77 Testing for All-True Values by District
You can use the EVERY function to test whether each district's sales of sportswear have exceeded $50,000 in every month. To have the results dimensioned by district, specify
district as the second argument to EVERY.
LIMIT product TO 'Sportswear' REPORT HEADING 'Top Sales' EVERY(sales GT 50000, district)
The preceding statements produce the following output.
DISTRICT Top Sales -------------- ---------- Boston No Atlanta Yes Chicago Yes Dallas Yes Denver Yes Seattle NO
Example 7-78 Testing for All-True Values by Region
You might also want to find out the regions for which every district has sportswear sales that exceed $50,000 in every month. Since the
region dimension is related to the
district dimension, you can specify
region instead of
district as a dimension for the results of EVERY.
REPORT HEADING 'Top Sales' EVERY(sales GT 50000, region)
The preceding statement produces the following output.
REGION Top Sales -------------- ---------- East No Central Yes West NO


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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A Web site where people can register to vote in Minnesota is undergoing scrutiny in court.
A Ramsey County District judge was hearing a lawsuit Friday on the online sign-up tool launched in September by Secretary of State Mark Ritchie. A pair of conservative groups and a handful of Republican lawmakers have sued over its creation.
They want a judge to rule that Secretary of State Mark Ritchie exceeded his power by allowing online registration without explicit direction from the Legislature. Ritchie contends he had authority from other laws to set it up. His lawyers argue that the plaintiffs weren't harmed by the site and shouldn't be allowed to sue over it.
Thousands of voters who have already used the portal for registration could be affected by an eventual ruling.
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Who we are
Shalom aims to increase the vibrancy of the Sydney Jewish Community by fostering Jewish Life in an inclusive way, through cultural, educational and professional endeavours.
We engage people of different ages and backgrounds through a variety of targeted programs and special events. From kids and families to young adults and multi-generational events, we build connection and community. Shalom is about possibilities and opportunities, challenging and inspiring individuals to become…
The beauty of the Live Stories movement is that it takes enormous, ethereal topics and meets them on an accessible, personal level. Through the stories of my peers, I've developed a far deeper understanding and appreciation of the diversity of experience people have in the contexts of themes such as identity, interfaith, gen 3 and anti-Semitism. Live Stories is personal; Live Stories is intimate; Live Stories is compelling.
Shalom Baby has been a great place to meet other Jewish mums and babies of all ages. I really enjoy the weekly coffee and chat while my baby interacts with the other babies, enjoys Hebrew songs and listens to a story. It's really nice to have a local Jewish playgroup to attend every week…and the best part is that my baby usually falls asleep in the car on the way home as he's exhausted from all the fun!
North Shore Jewish Playgroup is so grateful for the small grant we received from Shalom. We aim to make the playgroup accessible to all who wish to come. We pride ourselves on offering an inclusive Jewish space, and don't want a high admission price to stand in the way! The small grant really helps us achieve our desired pricing model, and ensure we can still hire a great Playgroup coordinator.
Our Young Dayenu Channukah celebration was a wonderful success; attracting several new faces and reuniting our now strong cohort of members. Network's generous 'Small Grants' initiative provides us with invaluable support to build our community by supporting our various events and programs. It is particularly uplifting to know that Network is such a loyal and warm friend of our Jewish LGBTI community! Thank you Shalom!!
I was the first of my friends to be pregnant so didn't really have any one to ask the important questions to or complain about sore backs and stretch marks with. That's why it was so refreshing to go to shalom preggy and meet up with other mums-to-be! Some are still some of my closest friends to this day and we have been in each other's lives since that first night. That's why when I was asked to talk as a professional at shalom preggy 6 years later, I jumped at the chance. I know how invaluable that night would be for those mothers.
I have been attending Shalom baby ever since my daughter was 8 weeks old. She is now almost 6 months old and we both look forward to our time at the weekly get togethers. My eldest daughter was not born in Australia so we never got to have a Jewish group where we could do to once a week, meet other Jewish mothers and learn 'Jewishkeit' through the eyes of our bubs. With the weekly songs and stories, the babies have a ball and learn so much. This has been very beneficial and extremely special for both of us. Shalom baby not only allows this special bonding but also lets mothers meet and discuss problems and concerns that they have as well as sharing their knowledge of the community. I highly recommend Shalom baby for any mum that wants that special 'Jewish touch' to their mothers group.'
Your events are so well thought out, the guests are absolutely top tier and you and the team create a space in which people (audience and guests) can actually listen and exchange big ideas on topics that are important. I love being part of it and look forward to many more events working with you.…I've now had a chance to work with a number of community, public and corporate organisations and [your events] are some of the best. Makes me proud to be a member of our community.
The Darfuri homework club is going so well, and now runs every week from Blacktown. We have over 20 regular volunteers, and get approximately 25 kids each week.
Attending my first Shalom Preggy event was fun, informative and a great way to meet other women expecting babies in the Jewish community. The speakers were interesting and it was great to be able to connect with new people in a relaxed environment, discuss all the wonderful and scary things that are about to happen to all of us, and most importantly have a good laugh! Kudos and thanks to Shalom College and Nicole for continuing to organise such lovely and welcomed events. An excellent community initiative that all expectant mothers should attend if they have the chance".
After the birth of my son I started to think about how I could use my skill set and experience to give back to the community. That's when I discovered PJ Library. When I think about my legacy and imagine my family in the future, I want my son to understand the meaning and importance of community. What is special about PJ Library is the way it brings Jewish values into our everyday lives.
PJ Library focuses on fostering the next generation and providing a foundation for young children to understand Jewish values. For us PJ Library books provide a special link between myself, my husband and son. We read one book every night before bed – it's a really special time as a family. I got involved in PJ Library thinking it was to give back to the community, but I've been surprised by the reward I've received, the connections I've made and the amazing people I've met.
It is not an understatement to say that Limmud changed the course of my life by connecting me with people, ideas and movements from the global Jewish community. My main exposure to the Jewish world had been to the Sydney Jewish community, specifically to my extensive involvement with Jewish student activism during university, having never attended a Jewish school and having grown up outside of the Jewish 'bubble'. I thought I had seen a lot of what the Jewish community in Sydney and beyond had to offer – until I attended Limmud-Oz in 2015. Hearing from both international and local presenters on a range of topics concerning Judaism, Israel, politics, literature and more, opened my eyes to the amazing things happening in the global Jewish community. Limmud encouraged me to think more deeply about Judaism and issues affecting the Jewish world, and helped me build strong ties to the international Jewish community. I have now seen Limmud from all angles – as a presenter and participant at Limmud-Oz 2015, and as a member of the volunteer team and Shalom staff organiser for Yom Limmud Sydney 2016. Through each of those experiences, I have come to appreciate the profound effect that Limmud can have on an individual and why we are so fortunate to have this global learning movement in Australia.
The words on our Limmud "t shirts" say it all – Limmud Oz, Learn, Laugh, Live. As regular attendees of many Limmud events (Limmud-Oz, Limmud Fest and Yom Limmud Sydney) over more than a decade, we have attended sessions and been stimulated by wonderful presentations on a vast range of topics, frequently laughed with friends at light hearted comments and have incorporated into our lives many of the things we have heard. We have met interesting people and exchanged ideas with them on a wide variety of subjects. We have loved both the serious and the light-hearted sessions and have also enjoyed the social side of the events. Limmud is a great community event and everyone who has attended is the richer for the experience. We hope that an ever increasing number of people in our community will come and join us at future Limmuds.
Having never been to a Live Stories event, I wasn't entirely sure what I had got myself into. I'd come from a small town in the state's north, where not much was known about Judaism and the idea of having Jewish friends was an entirely new and foreign concept. It's hard to explain how I felt that night leaving work to go to Live Stories. I started doubting myself – questioning why anyone would want to hear my story and on more than one occasion thought would anyone really notice if I didn't turn up. I'm so glad I decided to go! From the moment I arrived, I knew that I was a part of something truly special. The energy in the room was both comfortable and electric. To have the opportunity to share my story growing up and learning to accept my Judaism as well as my family's cultural heritage meant the world. The friends that I have made from that night are now some of my closest and most trusted bringing a smile to my face with every message and meeting.
It is no exaggeration when I say Live Stories has changed my life – I truly feel that I am a much stronger person because of it!"
My family recently moved to Sydney from overseas. My 10-month-old son and I joined Shalom Baby to meet other like-minded Jewish mothers and become involved with the community. We were welcomed with nothing but warmth and kindness by everyone we met and everyone made us feel included and comfortable as we transitioned to living in a new city. Shalom Baby has now become part of our weekly routine and we look forward to attending every Monday. My son and I both enjoy the social time and community that Shalom Baby provides and we are so lucky that we have found such a great group in our new home. Thank you, Shalom Baby!
Live Stories by Shalom dwells elegantly at the juncture between renaissance salon and shtetl yeshiva. From its inception, there has been a sense of genuine intellectualism in the room: the marvellous frisson of artists and writers and thinkers speaking from the heart to a room of enthusiasts. The interludes between performances are full of that same atmosphere, the same excitement and passion for the cerebral and the transcendent. At Live Stories, I felt for the first time in my adult life the great potential that dwells in the Jewish community of Sydney – the potential to grapple and laugh and sing together, the potential for us to shape for ourselves a shared place in the world of which we may be proud. My gratitude to organiser Shailee Mendelevich is inexpressible. She is the consummate salon madame. Every single time she hosts an event like this, she manages to make one plus one plus one equal magic. At the Shalom Live Stories, I discovered new friends, a new joyful pride in the Sydney Jewish community, and a new voice I didn't know I had. These Live Stories dwell on the very edge of history, and I am eager indeed to see what wondrous fruit so sweet a tree shall bear next.


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I have several closely related questions about what happens when I insert a CD. The files on the CD
/media/Ubuntu\ 11.04\ i386/, but from what I've seen
/dev/cdrom is also involved.
What is the difference between
/mnt? Following is what I have found from internet but I still have little idea:
/dev— this folder contains device files
/media— this is a mount point for removable devices
/mnt— this is a temporary mount point
What is the purpose of
mount? In other words, if a device has been represented by the OS as a device file under
/dev, why can it not be accessed via the device file directly without mounting?
Is mount only used for storage device, not for non-storage device, such as graphical card, network card, camera, ...?
Where is a device file under
/devmounted to, under
/mediaor under
/mnt? I remember I have seen both, but am curious when to mount to which?
I found my CD was automatically mounted to
/media/Ubuntu 11.04 i386. I guess the device file of the CD is
/dev/cdrom, but I cannot confirm it by looking into
/media/Ubuntu 11.04 i386:
$ ls -l /media/Ubuntu\ 11.04\ i386/ total 3522 -r--r--r-- 1 Tim Tim 143 2011-04-27 13:04 autorun.inf ... $ ls -l /dev/cdrw lrwxrwxrwx 1 root root 3 2011-05-28 15:12 /dev/cdrw -> sr0 $ ls -l /dev/cdrom lrwxrwxrwx 1 root root 3 2011-05-28 15:12 /dev/cdrom -> sr0
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Just for Kids (and Families): Berry Ink, Online Printing, and More
The King James Bible has inspired plenty of children's and family activities as part of the Manifold Greatness project. One of the most popular original videos on our YouTube channel is Making Ink. There's a sequel to that one, Making a Quill Pen, another video on Making a Quarto, and still another on Making a Ruff—the essential fashion statement for a well-dressed King James Bible translator!
And there's more: on our Manifold Greatness website, all four craft videos come with suggested supplies and other tips. (There's a printing demonstration video by Manifold Greatness co-curator Steven Galbraith, too.) The website's Kids Zone also includes All About the King James Bible, which is filled with cool facts and image galleries, a family guide, and many online activities.
Among the online games and activities, you'll see some of our favorite features, including a "translator scavenger hunt" that helps you search for a translator's ink, pen, glasses, and more, an audio-rich translation comparison, an online printing press, the chance to design your own book bindings, crossword puzzles, and highly original pictures to color.
For more materials on the subject, you may wish to explore our past blog posts on Ideas for Educators (from Teacher Appreciation Week in 2011) and The KJB and Young Audiences, as well as this report from Tifton, Georgia, on a Making a Quarto workshop during the Tifton exhibit of Manifold Greatness. (For more on a family classic influenced by the King James Bible, by the way, read Manifold Greatness co-curator Hannibal Hamlin's post on My Favorite Exhibition Item?, including his thoughts on A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965).)
Manifold Greatness: The Creation and Afterlife of the King James Bible, is on view at Nancy Guinn Memorial Library in Conyers, Georgia, through July 12, 2013. For a wealth of material on earlier English Bibles, the origins and translation of the King James Bible, its diverse early formats, and its widespread cultural, literary, and social influence for the next 400 years, see our website, www.manifoldgreatness.org.


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Good news: Civil unions — including for same-sex couples — could be performed in Illinois as early as next summer, having cleared both the state's House and Senate as of yesterday despite fierce Catholic lobbying against it.
Illinois is the sixth state to approve civil unions. Of course, it's not equal access to marriage, but it's a start. (A poll in September found that "57 percent of Illinois voters favored civil unions, though only 41 percent supported gay marriage.")
The law would provide "adequate procedures for the certification and registration of a civil union and provide persons entering into a civil union with the obligations, responsibilities, protections, and benefits afforded or recognized by the law of Illinois to spouses."
State Senator Jeff Schoenberg, spoke movingly about the bill during the proceedings:
"On fundamental civil rights, the transfer of property, survivor benefits, how individuals express their final wishes with their last gasps of life. Those are the questions that are really before us. Those are the equal protections under the law that history demands we embrace. ... It's time for us to look history in the eye and not flinch," he said.
One Republican crossed the aisle in the Democrat-controlled state Senate, a day after the bill cleared the house, and the Democratic governor, Pat Quinn, is expected to sign the bill into law.
Civil Unions Sent To Pat Quinn's Desk [Chicago Tribune]
Civil Unions Clear Illinois Legislature [CNN]
Civil Union Measure Awaits Quinn's Signature [CBN]


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McLaren put its new super car through one of its final durability tests.
The exotic automaker took the P1 model on a trip through California, Nevada and Arizona, testing the exotic car's performance in some of the hottest and most arid conditions in the U.S.
The company is celebrating its 50th anniversary by releasing the new car. The company will begin delivering the 375 limited-edition models in coming weeks.


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To raise money for musicians' health and welfare, how 'bout a jazz party? In three lofts with river views, a thousand attendees of every age, shape, style enjoyed food 'n' drink 'n' performances including Jimmy Heath playing "Gingerbread Boy," Arturo O'Farrill's teen sons mastering Latin jazz, baritone saxist Hamiet Bluiett with Kahil El'Zabar on mbira. The Jazz Foundation of America kicked out the jams on Sunday night, and raked in donations. … [Read more...]
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I received the June, 2008 newsletter, "The British Columbia Genealogist" (Vol 37, No. 2) from the British Columbia Genealogical Society the other day. They are celebrating their province's 150th anniversary by producing a very lengthy and detailed journal.
Edited by the extremely capable Diane Rogers, it has stories of "Discovery in a Trunk - HAYASHI, UJIMOTO", "59 Mile House, Account Ledger 1911-1913 - RYDER", and "Marine Workers, Vancouver, 1926".
Also, it has two interesting stories called "the most improved genealogies".
One is named "A Sailor Takes A Trip" and the other is "Mary Is A Bad Luck Name". They tell about a recent discovery the writer has made which has made their genealogy more exciting than it was before the "find".
You can contact Eunice Robinson <email@example.com> if you wish to put in your story into next year's "Most Improved Genealogist Contest".
They also have the latest news about their society, the trips they have planned, a family research week at the local library, and queries.
You can go to their site at <www.bcgs.ca>, or if you would like to contribute an article to the journal, the email is <email@example.com>.


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by Peter Davis
For decades, the U.S. design and construction industry has turned to sprayed polyurethane foam (SPF) to insulate and air seal buildings. SPF can help provide temperature control in various climates, reduce sounds transmitted through the air, and lower construction costs.
When employed as a roofing material, SPF's monolithic nature allows for a seamless, self-flashing application that can keep out water. It can also improve energy efficiency through its superior insulating and air barrier qualities, helping building owners and general contractors comply with energy codes and meet performance requirements for green building programs and certifications.
As the use of SPF grows, the industry is working to provide answers so architects, engineers, and construction professionals can be confident when specifying SPF insulation or roofing to achieve energy-saving or sound-dampening.
Types of SPF
SPF insulation can be categorized into three main types:
- low-density, open-cell;
- medium-density, closed-cell; and
- high-density, closed-cell.
The molecular structure of the polyurethane cells in the foam produced determines whether SPF is classified as open- or closed-cell. Each type has certain characteristics determining the applications for which it is most appropriate.
Open-cell SPF
Also known as 1/2-pound SPF, which refers to the density of one cubic foot of the product, open-cell SPF is best suited for applications such as ceilings, interior walls, floors, and the underside of roof decks. As a low-density product, this type uses water as the blowing agent. When the foam forms, the water reacts with other chemicals to produce carbon dioxide (CO2), which expands the cells to form semi-rigid porous polymer foam. The CO2 leaves the cells and is replaced with air, hardening the foam.
Closed-cell SPF
Closed-cell SPF, also known as 2-pound foam, is formed by using a blowing agent instead of water. The agent is retained in the closed cells, making the foam rigid and providing exceptional compressive strength. Closed-cell SPF can be further classified into two types: medium- and high-density. The former can be used to insulate:
- exterior and interior walls;
- ceilings;
- floors;
- slabs and foundation; and
- the underside of roof decks.
High-density foam is used primarily in flat or low-slope roofing applications, since its density and rigidity lends itself best to this purpose.
Quality installation
One of the most important considerations for architects and builders is selecting a professional contractor to install SPF. Each manufacturer has its own model specification to help architects and specifiers choose the proper product. A contractor should be able to educate architects and builders about the product, its applications, and installation process, including any mechanical ventilation needs during the installation and afterwards.
Qualified contractors can also explain best safety practices, such as the type of protective equipment workers wear and how they keep others out of the space during installation and curing. The latter is especially important, because other trades and building occupants should not be in the area when SPF is being applied and curing. Re-entry time can vary depending on air temperature, humidity level, and the type of SPF applied. Once the product cures, it is considered to be essentially inert, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), meaning the chemicals have stopped reacting. (The SPF contractor can advise when it is safe to re-enter the space.)
General contractors and specifiers should consider using an SPF company that employs individuals who have completed the Center for the Polyurethane Industry's (CPI's) SPF Chemical Health and Safety Training, and who have been certified by the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance's (SPFA's) new Professional Certification Program for SPF applicators. The comprehensive certification program, developed in compliance with American National Standards Institute/International Organization for Standardization (ANSI/ISO) 17024, Accreditation Program for Personnel Certification Bodies, focuses on safety, quality installation, and professionalism.
Air, sound, and vapor barrier
A reliable air barrier and a continuous seal are essential elements in creating an energy-efficient, comfortable space. Both types of SPF meet the requirements of an air barrier material at a typically installed thickness of 25 mm (1 in.). When installed with other materials in a building assembly, SPF can provide an effective continuous air barrier.
By acting as both insulation and an air barrier, it could even help lower construction costs, because less air sealing materials would be required to meet local and state building energy codes for air leakage mandates.
Since SPF adheres to the substrate, it allows for easy monolithic installation around irregular shapes and penetrations. The material is applied as a liquid and then expands into foam in any nook and cranny in the enclosure to provide a seal. This offers energy performance and occupant comfort.
Open-cell SPF, typically associated with residential applications, is commonly used to fill cavities in interior spaces or to insulate unvented attics. This type is moisture vapor-permeable, and usually requires a properly designed and installed vapor retarder. Generally, open-cell foam has an R-value between R-3 and R-4 per 25 mm (1 in.) of thickness.
Open-cell SPF has also been used on the underside of roof decks in multiple climate zones for years. As with the usage of all building products, the building science of the structure needs to be understood. Potentially, a vapor barrier may be needed with open-cell SPF. Open-cell is vapor permeable, so depending on the structure, design, and climate zone, a determination of whether a vapor barrier needs to be added should be made. If a roof leaks when open-cell SPF is used on the underside of the roof deck, the water will likely gradually move its way through the open-cell SPF. Since it is an open-cellular matrix, the water, in a relatively short period of time if in sufficient quantity, will pass through the foam, and the leak can be identified and then repaired.
Closed-cell is the dominant SPF material for commercial construction, especially when used as an air barrier and thermal insulation system applied on the building's exterior, or as foundation and slab insulation. This type of SPF has a higher R-value than open-cell—typically between R-6 and R-7 per 25 mm of thickness. Its relatively low moisture permeability means it rarely requires an additional vapor retarder. An exception may apply in areas, such as bathrooms, with high relative humidity (RH).
Regardless of the project type, understanding SPF and its influence on a building's energy performance is critical. During the design process, architects and general contractors need to take these impacts into account so they can take advantage of SPF's energy-saving properties. For example, buildings using SPF as the insulation of choice typically require the use of smaller HVAC systems because less air escapes the building, reducing the heating and cooling loads.
SPF benefits
While SPF is most often associated with energy-saving properties, it has numerous other benefits, including soundproofing. In commercial and residential buildings, open-cell foam is typically used in interior partitions for sound control. Since SPF seals the cracks and crevices in a building, and adds another layer between the interior and exterior, it helps dampen noises that travel through the air, such as the sound of an airplane overhead or a phone conversation in the adjoining office.
Given SPF's ability to air seal, it is necessary to design proper air distribution systems to control moisture and air flow within the finished building. While a continuous seal is desired, interior spaces require a certain amount of outside ventilation to maintain air quality. Similarly, moisture created by cooking and bathing must be able to dissipate safely within the building.
Structural integrity
Ultimately, all construction projects are judged on their integrity—how long they can withstand the tests of the elements and time. SPF, especially closed-cell foam, enhances a building's strength and stability because of its rigid structure.
Many of the properties making SPF effective as a stabilizer also make it attractive for flat roofing applications. SPF roofing, a high-density closed-cell foam, can form a continuous insulation (ci) barrier on the top of a roof deck. Since SPF roofing has no seams or joints and is rigid, it forms an impermeable surface. Since it is fully adhered to the substrate, the rigid foam provides exceptional uplift resistance during severe storms producing high winds.
About 10 months after Hurricane Katrina, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued, "Performance of Physical Structures in Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita: A Reconnaissance Report"1 on damage to buildings in the Pascagoula, Mississippi area. It found all but one of the buildings with SPF roofs made it through the storm "extremely well without blow-off of the SPF or damage to flashings." For the building that was the lone exception—just one percent of its roof area had failed.
An SPF roof properly maintained with regular recoats of the exterior membrane can last for decades. According to SPFA, some SPF roofs have lasted for more than 30 years. Closed-cell SPF also enhances a structure's resistance to water damage. By acting as a barrier to water and condensation in the building envelope, SPF can help a building resist the growth of mold and mildew. Its ability to adhere to and around surfaces ensures every nook and cranny is filled, so there are no spots for these to grow. Its water-proofing abilities extend to increased floodwater protection as well.
Closed-cell SPF is a material that meets Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requirements for a Class 5 flood-resistant material—the highest class of materials that can resist damage from floods, according to a FEMA technical bulletin, "Flood Damage-resistant Materials Requirements for Buildings Located in Special Flood Hazard Areas in accordance with the National Flood Insurance Program." This class of material can submerged for 72 hours, and can easily be dried and cleaned following a flood.
Green building benefits
As green building practice and techniques become the norm, many building owners, designers, and general contractors want to reduce the environmental impact of buildings. Due to its superior insulating qualities, SPF allows the building community to achieve a balance between energy efficiency, building durability, and comfort. It can also help them meet the requirements of programs such as EnergyStar and the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating program. Additionally, a study by SPFA, "Life Cycle Assessment of Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation for Residential & Commercial Building Applications," found energy and environmental benefits of using SPF for retrofits of non-residential roofs and residential applications outweigh the amount of energy and environmental impacts associated across the product's lifecycle.2
With several types of SPF available and numerous application possibilities, it is worthwhile for architects, specifiers, and builders to gain a deeper understanding of this product. SPF allows for more creative design, filling in cavities and covering surfaces that could otherwise pose challenges. It helps reduce air infiltration, eliminating intrusions from dust and pollen and making buildings more comfortable. As a roofing material and exterior insulator, SPF can strengthen a structure by increasing its water resistance and durability.
1 To read this report, visit www.nist.gov/customcf/get_pdf.cfm?pub_id=908281. (back to top)
2 The "Life Cycle Assessment of Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation for Residential & Commercial Building Applications" report can be viewed at www.sprayfoam.org/files/docs/SPFA%20LCA%20Long%20Summary%20New.pdf. (back to top)
Peter Davis is chairman and CEO of Gaco Western, chairman of the Spray Foam Coalition at the Center for the Polyurethanes Industry, and serves on the executive committee of the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA). He can be reached via e-mail at email@example.com.


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After a recent look, Wealth Defender Equities Ltd (WDE.AX) has a 50-day Moving Average of 0.81, the 200-day Moving Average is 0.80, and the 7-day is noted at 0.83. A popular tool among technical stock analysts is the moving average. Moving averages are considered to be lagging indicators that simply take the average price of a stock over a specific period of time. Moving averages can be very useful for identifying peaks and troughs. They may also be used to help the trader figure out proper support and resistance levels for the stock.
Traders may be relying in part on technical stock analysis. Wealth Defender Equities Ltd (WDE.AX) currently has a 14-day Commodity Channel Index (CCI) of -14.14. Despite the name, CCI can be used on other investment tools such as stocks. The CCI was designed to typically stay within the reading of -100 to +100. Traders may use the indicator to determine stock trends or to identify overbought/oversold conditions. A CCI reading above +100 would imply that the stock is overbought and possibly ready for a correction. On the other hand, a reading of -100 would imply that the stock is oversold and possibly set for a rally.
At the time of writing, the 14-day ADX for Wealth Defender Equities Ltd (WDE.AX) is 52.62. Many technical chart analysts believe that an ADX value over 25 would suggest a strong trend. A reading under 20 would indicate no trend, and a reading from 20-25 would suggest that there is no clear trend signal. The ADX is typically plotted along with two other directional movement indicator lines, the Plus Directional Indicator (+DI) and Minus Directional Indicator (-DI). Some analysts believe that the ADX is one of the best trend strength indicators available.
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is one of multiple popular technical indicators created by J. Welles Wilder. Wilder introduced RSI in his book "New Concepts in Technical Trading Systems" which was published in 1978. RSI measures the magnitude and velocity of directional price movements. The data is represented graphically by fluctuating between a value of 0 and 100. The indicator is computed by using the average losses and gains of a stock over a certain time period. RSI can be used to help spot overbought or oversold conditions. An RSI reading over 70 would be considered overbought, and a reading under 30 would indicate oversold conditions. A level of 50 would indicate neutral market momentum. The 14-day RSI is currently sitting at 51.36, the 7-day is at 45.78, and the 3-day is spotted at 30.64 for Wealth Defender Equities Ltd (WDE.AX).
Typically bull markets are times when investors may be willing to be a bit more speculative with stock selection. Managing risk is generally at the forefront of many strategies. Investors trying to shift the odds in their favor may be searching for the perfect balance and diversification to help mitigate the risk and enjoy healthier profits. With so many different stocks to choose from, it may take a while to zoom in or a particular set. Investors will also be watching the next wave of economic data to get a better sense of how the overall economy is fairing. With so much noise in the markets, it may be necessary to narrow the gaze in order to set the table for success. Investors may be on the lookout for the major catalyst that either keeps the bulls charging into the second half the year, or wakes up the sleeping bears.


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Chicago, IL (SportsNetwork.com) - Jose Abreu crushed a game-winning grand slam in the ninth inning, his second homer of the night, to send the Chicago White Sox to a 9-6 win over the Tampa Bay Rays in the opener of a four-game set. Evan Longoria cracked a two-run shot off Matt Lindstrom (2-1) in the top half of the inning to break a 4-4 tie, but Chicago rallied for five runs in the home half to take the win. With one out, Alejandro De Aza doubled before Grant Balfour (0-1) walked Tyler Flowers and Paul Konerko. Adam Eaton grounded into a force out at second, but it was enough to score De Aza. Balfour then walked Marcus Semien before serving up Abreu's grand slam. Balfour left a fastball up for the Cuban rookie, who hammered the pitch over the wall in right field. Abreu finished the game 3-for-5 with six homers while De Aza added two hits and two RBI for the White Sox, winners in four of their last six games. "It's impressive," said Eaton about his teammates Abreu. "The proof is in the pudding. He works his butt off everyday. He knows what he needs to do to get ready." Erik Johnson started for White Sox and lasted just 1 2/3 innings. He allowed four runs on four hits and four walks before exiting. Rays starter Chris Archer was tagged for four runs on nine hits over seven- plus innings in the setback. "We played a really good game (aside from the ninth inning)," said Tampa Bay manager Joe Maddon. "We just didn't get the hits that we needed to." Abreu's RBI single in the first gave the White Sox a 1-0 lead. Adam Easton singled, stole second then scored when Abreu ripped a single up the middle. The Rays countered with a four-run second inning to capture the lead. Longoria singled and moved to second on Johnson's wild pitch. Johnson retired the next two hitters before issuing a two-out walk to David DeJesus, which would prove to be costly. Escobar followed with a base hit to left that scored Longoria and Hanigan followed with a single to bring DeJesus around. Following a mound visit, Zobrist laced a fastball to right to score Escobar and Johnson walked the next two hitters, the last he would face, to force a run home. Chicago scored a run in the third and two in the fourth to tie the game. In the third, Abreu clobbered a solo homer to center to make it 4-2. In the fourth, Dayan Viciedo, Alexei Ramirez and De Aza opened the inning with three straight singles to load the bases. Following a mound visit, Flowers ripped a single up the middle to score Viciedo and Ramirez. Archer would get out of the jam from there, though, getting Gordon Beckham to fly out before Eaton hit into an inning-ending double play. Game Notes Abreu's nine homers are tied for the most by a rookie thru April in MLB history ... The White Sox were 4-for-11 with RISP ... Eaton has two stolen bases this season ... The Rays were 3-for-13 with RISP and left 11 runners on base ... Game time: 4:04.
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NEW YORK, 11 FEBRUARY 2008 - For those who can tear themselves away from the drama of the Clinton - Obama presidential race, three a cappella masterpieces will be presented on Wednesday evening 13 February at the Church of Saint Ignatius Loyola in Manhattan. Now in its nineteenth season, and blessed with splendid acoustics and the Mander pipe organ (1993), the sometimes confidential, but chic concert series at the Park Avenue Jesuit church offers a broad range of organ repertoire and sacred works, from Renaissance masses and oratorio masterworks to premieres by living composers.
Wednesday evening's program at 8:00 pm:
Alessandro Striggio (c. 1536/1537 - 1592) : Ecce Beatam Lucem
Little known today, Alessandro Striggio was an Italian lutenist, composer and diplomat of noble birth from Mantua who worked as the principal composer at the court of Cosimo I de' Medici, Duke of Florence from 1560 to 1574. Striggio's polychoral Renaissance motet for forty voices Ecce Beatam Lucem belongs to Striggio's Florentine period and was the inspiration for Thomas Tallis' Spem in Alium .
Alberto Ginastera (1916 - 1983): The Lamentations of Jeremiah (1946)
Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera's dramatic three-part Lamentations of Jeremiah portrays the sorrow and grief over the fall of Jerusalem: O vos omnes, Ego vir videns and Recordare, Domine.
Alfred Schnittke (1934 - 1989) : Concerto for Choir
The Russian Jewish composer Alfred Schnittke's 1984/85 setting of words from The Book of Lamentations by the Armenian monk Grigor Narekatsi (951-1003) owes its inspiration to the Russian liturgical tradition and its use of the basso profundi . Entitled Concerto for Choir, the work is rarely heard and another reason why this concert is a welcome change from the usual Bach to Mahler fare at the major concert venues in New York.
The Church of Saint Ignatius Loyola was founded in 1851 and entrusted to the Jesuits in 1866.
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Judge Quickly Approves Ebook Pricing Settlement; Says It's In The Public Interest To Stop Price Fixing
from the will-prices-drop? deptJudge Denise Cote wasted no time at all in approving the DOJ's settlement with three book publishers in its antitrust lawsuit over ebook pricing. While there had been some concerns about the settlement, the judge saw no problem with it at all, and very quickly issued an order approving the settlement (pdf) between the government and HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster and Hachette (the case against others, and Apple continues). The terms of the settlement are straightforward:
- They must terminate their Agency Agreements with Apple within seven days after entry of the proposed Final Judgment.
- They must terminate those contracts with e-book retailers that contain either a) a restriction on the e-book retailer's ability to set the retail price of any e-book, or b) a "Price MFN," as defined in the proposed Final Judgment, as soon as each contract permits starting thirty days after entry of the proposed Final Judgment.
- For at least two years, they may not agree to any new contract with an e-book retailer that restricts the retailer's discretion over e-book pricing.
- For at least five years, they may not enter into an agreement with an e-book retailer that includes a Price MFN.
The Complaint and CIS provide a sufficient factual foundation as to the existence of a conspiracy to raise, fix, and stabilize the retail price for newly-released and bestselling trade e-books, to end retail price competition among trade e-books retailers, and to limit retail price competition among the Publisher Defendants. Although the Government did not submit any economic studies to support its allegations, such studies are unnecessary. The Complaint alleges a straightforward, horizontal price-fixing conspiracy, which is per se unlawful under the Sherman Act.... The Complaint also details the defendants' public statements, conversations, and meetings as evidence of the existence of the conspiracy. The decree is directed narrowly towards undoing the price-fixing conspiracy, ensuring that price-fixing does not immediately reemerge, and ensuring compliance. Based on the factual allegations in the Complaint and CIS, it is reasonable to conclude that these remedies will result in a return to the pre-conspiracy status quo. In this straightforward price-fixing case, no further showing is required.Because of this, Cote rejects the idea of any evidentiary hearing and just approves the deal. She notes that due to tons and tons of public comments that were allowed in the case, she is quite well informed of the issues and sees no additional benefit from such a hearing:
It is not necessary to hold an evidentiary hearing before approving the decree. Given the voluminous submissions from the public and the non-settling parties, which describe and debate the nature of the alleged collusion and the wisdom and likely impact of settlement terms in great detail, as well as the detailed factual allegations in the Complaint, the Court is well-equipped to rule on these matters. A hearing would serve only to delay the proceedings unnecessarily.She does try to summarize the comments against the settlement into four broad categories: (1) that the settlement would harm third party players like indie book stores, indie ebook retailers, indie publishers and authors, (2) that the settlement is "unworkable," (3) that there weren't enough facts to support the price fixing claim, (4) that the impact of such price fixing was actually pro-competition, in that it broke up Amazon's market dominance. She then breaks down each of these arguments to show why none of them apply and the settlement should move forward.
I won't go through all four issues, but I would like to focus on the two that get the most attention, the first and the last. On the first issue, she points out that antitrust law is not designed to protect businesses from the working of the market, but to protect the public from the failure of the market. If the settlement causes some businesses to suffer, but it's in the public interest, there is no problem there.
If unfettered e-books retail competition will add substantially to the competitive pressures on physical bookstores, or if smaller e-book retailers are unable to compete with Amazon on price, these are not reasons to decline to enter the proposed Final Judgment.As for the last issue (breaking up Amazon's dominance), she notes that it was "perhaps the most forceful species of criticism" but still does not find it persuasive here. The court more or less notes that Amazon's market position isn't on trial, and its use of wholesale pricing does not equal price fixing, as some have alleged. Nor does it show "predatory" pricing, which was a key complaint. The problem there: the evidence showed that Amazon was "consistently profitable." And, to show predatory pricing, "one must prove more than simply pricing below an appropriate measure of cost" but also that the company will jack up prices down the road. And all of the comments failed to do that:
None of the comments demonstrate that either condition for predatory pricing by Amazon existed or will likely exist. Indeed, while the comments complain that Amazon's $9.99 price for newly-released and bestselling e-books was "predatory," none of them attempts to show that Amazon's e-book prices as a whole were below its marginal costs.Oh, and finally, the court points out that swinging back the blame to Amazon is meaningless for the purpose of this case, anyway, because even if the court accepted that Amazon was price fixing too, that doesn't make it okay for the publishers to price fix themselves. Think of it as the "two wrongs don't make a right" rule.
Third, even if Amazon was engaged in predatory pricing, this is no excuse for unlawful price-fixing. Congress "has not permitted the age-old cry of ruinous competition and competitive evils to be a defense to price-fixing conspiracies." ... The familiar mantra regarding "two wrongs" would seem to offer guidance in these circumstances.This probably does not bode well for the other publishers and Apple who are fighting the whole thing...
Filed Under: antitrust, doj, ebooks, price fixing, pricing, settlement
Companies: amazon, apple, hachette, harper collins, simon & schuster