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Crunchy Cran-Apple Salad
Cranberries are a holiday tradition, whether they decorate the Christmas tree or adorn the holiday turkey in the form of cranberry sauce. This recipe for Crunchy Cran-Apple Salad features dried cranberries in a delicious, light addition to your next holiday meal.
This coleslaw-like salad packs a sweet crunch from shredded apples, and I like to use two kinds of apples for added interest. Shred the apples in a snap using your Viking Food Processor. The apples are combined with a bag of shredded cabbage for coleslaw, saving you a bit of preparation time. However, if you'd like to shred the cabbage yourself, you'll need about half a head of green cabbage.
The salad is tossed with a sweet and tangy dressing with a creamy base of vanilla yogurt. Serve the salad in little radicchio "bowls" for a festive presentation and sprinkle each serving with some roasted, salted sunflower seeds before serving.
Place shredded apples in a large bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to coat well. Add cabbage and cranberries and toss. Pour dressing over the top and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 3 hours. To serve, place a leaf of the radicchio or butter lettuce on a salad plate and top with some of the salad. Sprinkle with the sunflower seeds.
Makes 8 (1 cup) servings.


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Best Wines for Grilling: Burgers
We help you pick wine to drink with the food you eat.
Summer time means grilling time, and there's a wine that goes well with just about anything you can put on a grill. Our first challenge: the burger. A grilled burger gains some extra flavor from the char and smoke of the grill. Add to that the multitude of topping options (cheese? onions? mushrooms? tomatoes?) and you've got a whole lotta flavor going on. But fear not, there are plenty of wines that can stand up to the behemoth you are going to create.
Pairing Pointers
When selecting a wine to serve with grilled hamburgers, consider the wine's body and fruit. What does that mean, you ask? We're not getting saucy. Body describes the heft of the wine and how it feels in your mouth—it's like comparing skim milk to heavy cream...clearly the cream has more body. Since your grilled burger is likely to be a big, bold beast, you want a wine with some body. As for fruit, consider the condiments: Are you topping your burgers with ketchup? Caramelized onions? Many condiments have a hint of sweetness to them, which will be balanced by a wine with pronounced fruitiness.
Red Wines To Try
Spanish Garnacha Grenache from Spain brings out the spice and beefy earthiness of your burger. Look for a medium to full bodied version with ripe cassis flavors and sweet spices like the 2008 Vina Paquita Garnacha. (Around $10, find this wine) (We also got lots of other Grenache recommendations here and here.)
Côtes du Rhône This French wine is usually some combination of grenache, syrah, mourvèdre, and other assorted friends, and often offers a great value. Depending on the grapes, Côtes du Rhône can be full of dark fresh blackberry notes and bit of smoky earth—perfect for complementing your charred burger. I like the 2008 Kermit Lynch "Cypress" Côtes du Rhône. ($10-$18, find this wine)
Zinfandel A burger classic, zinfandel is big and juicy and begging for some grilled meat. An approachable "old vines" style with full and ripe blackberry fruit like the 2009 Sobon Estate "Old Vines" Zinfandel will treat you well without beating up your tongue. ($10-$16, find this wine)
White Wines To Try
California Chardonnay A rich Cali chard is just the white to stand up to a grilled burger. Skip a super buttery wine in favor of one with partial malolactic fermentation, like the 2009 Melville "Verna's Vineyard" Santa Barbara Chardonnay. Partial malolactic means that only some of the tart malic acid was converted to milky lactic acid, so the wine retains fresh acidity to balance any buttery flavors and cut through the fatty burger. ($15-$23, find this wine)
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc Full of ripe tropical fruit and herbaceous flavors, these wines will be big enough to handle the beef while keeping you cool, like a big glass full of limeade. Try the 2010 Tablelands Martinborough for a refreshing and flavorful option. ($10-$13, find this wine)
What's your favorite wine to drink with a grilled burger?
About the Author: Sarah Chappell is a winemonger and writer living in Brooklyn. She holds the Advanced Certificate with Distinction from the Wine and Spirit Education Trust and has contributed to Foodista, Palate Press and WineChap.
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Are gadgets and gizmos taking over your family holidays, preventing you from having a wild and fun time?
Here at Bluestone we think games, apps and social media on tablet PCs and iPads are preventing children from experiencing real life, wild fun and adventure in the great outdoors.
With more than 42 per cent* of 5 to 15-year-olds in the UK owning a tablet PC or iPad, many are growing up sitting glued to mini screens hooked to the internet instead of getting out climbing trees, exploring the countryside or learning about nature as their parents and grandparents have done in the past.
We have more of an iPad than an 'I Can' generation. Technology is great and can be educational, but getting out together as children and as a family can be far more fun and educational and it's time the technology took a back seat, allowing families to spend more quality time together.
There's clear evidence that children gain far more by getting out and exploring the countryside, having adventures and learning new things with family and friends and half-term is a perfect time to escape and enjoy such time together.
This is particularly so when most families spend less time together due to the pressures of work and modern life.
We believe activities such as climbing trees, going on beast hunts in the woods and having "muddy play" together help bond families as well as educating children with new "real life" experiences.
And while we provide WiFi access throughout our luxury lodges, cottages and studio apartments, we believe occasional access to social media, games and emails while on holiday isn't a bad thing. It just needs to be done in moderation so families have more quality time together.
*Figures published by communications watchdog Ofcom in the "Children and Parents: Media Use and Attitudes Report".
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This spring I found some really cute colored bottles with clear plastic daisy "charms"... and I wanted more, more, and even more – – – BUT of my OWN design and my OWN price of course!
So, the "bottle idea" that has slowly been simmering in the back of my head since February (and YES, that IS spring in Louisiana!) has FINALLY spring-ed sprung forth!
After several "comme ci, comme ça" (which is just about the extent on my high school French) attempts at using wire to attach beads or charms to bottles the perfect solution struck me – WINE CHARMS!
AND for further "wowzers", I actually had some on hand AND I could put my stubby crafty little fingers on them! Well I finished off that package up in one sitting "sew" it was time to start looking for more charm rings and thought maybe, just MAYBE, I could make some of my own?
So, heigh-ho, heigh-ho it's off to the web I go! A search turned up several wine charm ring tutorials from wire loop earrings and memory wire and I had the further idea to use chain in place of the ring.
With the addition of a few fresh seasonal flowers wouldn't these make adorable party decorations – any where from sweetly old-fashinned to casual to sime-formal? I can see them as individual place setting decorations & take-home-party-favors for a wedding or shower. Fill the bottles with colored water. For Thanksgiving or a fall party group an old number of bottles of differing heights in the center of a round table for a greater impact as a centerpiece. For a rectangular candle place a rattan table runner (or four placemats) down the center of the table. For a beach wedding or party stagger bottles of differing heights, add water or sand and flowers to the bottles and lay sea shells & starfish, fishnet, etc. among the bottles. The possibilities are endless! You can even add paper hearts or other shapes on a bamboo skewer cut to fit the bottles.
B.T.W.: Did you know you can EASILY clean old bottles with SALT WATER? This tip comes courtesy of my friend Maggie. Pour about a half teaspoon of salt in the bottle and fill with warm water. Shake up and then let sit (I waited overnight). Then simple empty the salt water and rinse out with warm water. The air dry and your bottle should sparkle like new! I REALLY like that you do not have to rinse and rinse and rinse some more to get the soap residue out of the bottle.
- Wine charm rings
- Wire loop earrings
- Memory wire
- Chain
- Small round beads
- Seed beads
- Charms
- Old or broken jewelry: beaded or charm bracelets, chains, necklaces and chain bracelets
- Jump rings
Also needed
- Wire cutters
- Needle nose pliers
- Round tip pliers (optinal)
- Small bottles & vases
Costs: This is a great rainy day activity and "use-it-up craft" to make something with the odd bottles & vases (new or old) and those odd & end pieces of jewelry, charms and beads you have laying around the house!


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JobbeschreibungJob Summary:
This is a Danish Pre-Sales job for those who are experienced in the area of Sales and Customer service, who have a proven track record in these areas and can communicate well in both Danish and English. As this business development job is based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, we are looking for someone who has a genuine interest in working in Belfast and where you can expect to earn £16,500 gross per annum with uncapped bonuses if you hit your targets.
What will you do in this job?
For this Danish Pre-Sales Job you will have a number of responsibilities under your belt, such as handling all inbound calls where you will provide information about our clients products/services, provide solutions for end users and organise meetings for partners to carry out resolutions that may be needed. As you will be one of the contact points for customers, it is important that you have an extended knowledge of our clients product offering and services. You will also be making outbound calls on a number of projects such as event organishing, new product development etc. thoughtout each period, and lastly as this is a business development role you will be required to activley search out and develop leads throgh phone, email, web chat and social media.
Our client nearly 15 years established now employing over 600 employees in the UK and Northern Ireland is a technology and services provider. With this particular client looking for a number language speakers they are currently looking for a Danish speakers for Pre-Sales.
With quirky benefits offered such as a weekly snack and getting you birthday off of work this client know how to treat their employees well.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a near native Danish speaker who also has a good knowledge of English, you have a minimum of 6 months telesales experience as well as at least 6 month in customer service setting. You work well in a team and you can bring excellent organisation and communication skills in both Danish and English. You are a quick problem solver who likes to work on their own initiative.
Where would you be working?
Belfast is where you will be working, Belfast is in Northern Ireland a city bursting with life, where the local are great craic (fun), there are plenty of bars and restaurant's to socialise and you will always have amazing things to do and see with the likes of Giants Causeway, the Titanic Museum and its beautiful views.
Interview & Salary
The interview process for this Danish Pre-Sales job agent job is 3 fold, you will be invited for a quick phone screen, then an online email assessment and lastly a phone interview making it great for those who live abroad, you don't have to fly over for an interview.
If you are successful you will offered a yearly entry level salary of £16,500 (gross) and great uncapped bonuses, along with great benefits such as a monthly transportation allowance, a number of discounts on goods or services and much more.
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Officers from Ladywell safer neighbourhoods team (SNT) recovered more than 200 cannabis plants yesterday morning (June 3) from an address in Ivy Road.
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Not to start a cross-country spitting match (been there, done that), but our friends at Fox Sports Ohio have posted a thinly reported story on the possibility that the Lakers might have an interest in acquiring Anderson Verejao now that former Cleveland Cavaliers coach Mike Brown is coaching the purple-and-gold. It's another example of the silly season, the endless barrage of speculative offseason stories that might or might not pan out. Anyway, I think you'll agree this particular story needed further digging.
Here's the story, with my cynical, hard-bitten commentary after each paragraph:
Mike Brown and the Lakers would love to have Cavaliers forward Anderson Varejao on their team. That much we know.
[Me: You know? How? Please tell us.]
What we don't know is if the Lakers will make a serious play for Varejao during Thursday's NBA draft.
[Me: Well, duh.]
Brown coached Varejao during all five of Brown's seasons in Cleveland, and not surprisingly, grew to love Varejao's defense, energy and attitude. Now that Brown has been hired as Phil Jackson's replacement with the Lakers, sources say he is trying to convince the Lakers front office to see what it would take to bring Varejao to L.A.
[Me: OK. Tell us more.]
Now, none of this is to say the Lakers will follow through. There is no hard evidence that they have contacted the Cavs about the man known as "Wild Thing," or that they ever will. But as one Lakers insider said, it almost makes too much sense not to explore.
[Me: My news reporting 101 professor is rolling over in her grave right now.]
What the insider didn't know was what it would take to get Varejao, or even if the Cavs would be willing to part with him.
[Me: OK, but why not ask the source?]
"I'd say there's a 10, maybe 20, percent chance the Lakers make a trade," the source said. "If it is something they decide to do, I don't think there's any question (Varejao) would be among the players highly targeted."
[Me: Sounds pretty unlikely then. Maybe not even worthy of posting a story.]
No one can be sure what the Lakers would offer in return, although All-Star forward Pau Gasol's name is being tossed around the rumor mill. That's because Gasol's postseason play was considered disappointing by many, and a big reason the team suffered a second-round sweep against eventual champion Dallas.
[Me: Gasol's name is being tossed around because the Minnesota Timberwolves' front office leaks like a sieve and has contributed mightily to the rumors.]
The source said the Cavs would "obviously have to surrender more" than just Varejao to land Gasol, mentioning the Cavs' No. 4 draft pick and point guard Ramon Sessions as possible additional assets.
[Me: Gasol is an All-Star; these guys are just guys.]
Meanwhile, other sources have indicated that while the Lakers might be interested in Varejao, consummating a trade would be difficult. It seems, many say, that neither side would agree to what the other would propose.
[Me: Which is why so few trades are actually completed.]
So is it possible Varejao ends up in L.A.? Sure, anything is possible. But as one source said, "at the end of the day, it's probably not too likely. The Cavs love Andy, as they should, and they aren't going to give him away just because the Lakers might want him."
[Me: Thanks again for contributing to the silly season.]


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The Gothenburg based practice Johannes Norlander Arkitektur recently completed this single family home, located in a residential area north west of Gothenburg, on the top of a hill, overlooking the North Sea. The hexagonal volume follows the existing topography of the site, aiming to create a natural walk around the building as well as creating an inside flew between the rooms and emphasizing specific outlooks.
"It's a house for a small family with an an area of 168 square meters, divided on two floors. The entrance floor houses kitchen and living area and the upper floor; bedrooms and work space. The six facades are cladded with fine corrugated, powder coated metal sheets with window frames in coated aluminum. From a distance the building is meant to be abstract, like an icon of a house, approaching it, more physical and present, like someone near."


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Much of the immigration debate has taken place on Capitol Hill, but a group of immigration activists are looking to show average Americans that reform is important for them, too.
The Bridge Project aims to bridge the gap between parties, and connect Americans from across the political spectrum to push immigration reform. The group is kicking off a nationwide tour today called "Lets Talk: Immigration Reform" in California in an effort to bring the public into the debate.
"We want to talk to everyday Americans and get their sense of where they are at on immigration and demystify and correct any misconceived notions they may have," says nationally renowned Dreamer Gaby Pacheco, Director of The Bridge Project, to NBC Latino. "We're doing that because we feel that they are as important to the debate as community leaders and advocates."
The tour will stop at 10 cities across the nation, where the group will hold listening sessions and invite members of the community to start a dialogue about and garner support for reform. Pacheco says she hopes to motivate people to support reform in any way possible.
"More than anything we want to show that this is an issue that affects more than the 11 million undocumented immigrants, but rather the 330 million people in our country," she says.
The Bridge Project's tour comes at a crucial time as legislators have left D.C. to go to their home towns for a five-week break. Just before lawmakers left, immigration reform had languished in Congress since the Senate passed its sweeping bill in June. The chamber is only in session for nine days in September, during which it will have to deal with spending bills to avoid a government shutdown.
The Project is not the only group that is stepping up its activism in August. In late July, Latino groups on different sides of the political aisle announced their groups' intentions to keep the pressure on Congress while legislators leave D.C. to go to their home towns. The Alliance for Citizenship, an umbrella group composed of different organizations, held a press conference on their plans for what they are calling immigration reform summer.
"In August, Republicans will be hearing from their constituents, from business owners, from law enforcement, from clergy, from their voters and their campaign contributors that sensible immigration reform absolutely has to pass this year," Illinois Democratic Congressman Luis Gutierrez said on the call.
Meanwhile, legislators have hinted at signs that the House may vote on reform measures come October. Paul Ryan, the House Budget Committee Chairman, hinted at an immigration timetable at a district town hall in his home state of Wisconsin. The former vice presidential candidate said that the House is tentatively scheduled to start voting on immigration bills in October.
Senator Chuck Schumer said he wouldn't be opposed to a piecemeal approach by the House, as long as it provides a pathway to citizenship.


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As an independent retailer, one of your primary goals is to ensure full customer satisfaction at all times. Keeping your customers satisfied is critical to your business, and outstanding customer support is part of the formula for keeping your customers happy.
To that end, having a quality phone system can ensure you have exceptional customer service solutions in place as well as a dependable method for reaching out to your new and existing customers. A phone system is just one method for reaching customers, but it is not one that should be overlooked.
Customer Service In Today's Tech-Life
Yes, it is true there are additional, more technologically savvy methods for continual customer contact, such as an email campaign, or online methods of customer connections through sharing content or blogs. There is also offline methods for reaching your customers through direct mailing methods, and various forms of advertising. Still, the independent retailer works extremely hard at not just building a customer base, but cultivating it so that it expands over the course of time. A phone system gives the retailer a means of making continual contact with customers, and one should never underestimate what a powerful marketing effect a single phone call can be. What's more, having a good phone system in place ensures a customer can always reach out to the retailer with questions, concerns, feedback, and product or service ordering.
Professional Phone Systems vs Traditional Landline
A retailer can best benefit from a professional phone system versus the traditional landline phone one would find in a home environment. There are plenty of cost effective solutions for small business owners who desire the phone features one would expect from a large business. Some of the best features to look for include:
Automated Attendant: If you have many incoming phone calls to your business, it may not always be possible for you to answer every single call or to handle each phone call directly. Automated Attendant functions makes it possible for you to direct calls to desired extensions or to let the caller leave a call back number and message.
Go cordless: You'll want to be able to answer the phone anywhere you are while at the office or your business location. If you opt for cordless handsets, employees can answer the phone while they are working on something else: It's multitasking at its best.
Multiple phone lines: This allows the customer the ability to get through to the business, even if a single line is busy. Without multiple lines, you run the risk of losing the customer who doesn't want to spend forever on hold or who doesn't care for being forced into leaving a voice mail message. If you have a high volume phone call situation, multiple lines are a good idea.
Recording features: If you can benefit from recording phone calls, either as a way of documenting information following the phone call or as a way of assessing how your employees handling incoming phone calls to your business, recording features are an invaluable tool for the small business owner.
Superior sound: You want to be able to hear your customer and vice versa. Opt for an HD audio system to ensure superior sound at all times.


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Having logged nearly 4,000 miles and a tow curtesy of the NYPD on my 2013 Honda CB500X in under two months, it's time for a review without getting too technical (you can see the specs here).
The mid-sized Honda introduced new for 2013 is aimed squarely at the beginners market and is the tallest and most adventure-looking of the three sister CB500 motorcycles.
Right off the bat, however, it's clear there is wide appeal to this motorcycle. Around town, highway commuting, or long weekend trips, the 471cc liquid-cooled parallel twin is ample enough, if not more spirited than the next bike up the Honda line, the NC700X (thanks to the fact that you often find yourself winding it out).
I've been making the 70-mile round trip commute to Manhattan from my home in Connecticut (with Honda OEM heated grips, which certainly come in handy now that we're into November) and aside from the super-annoying 600-mile service and valve check, I have very few complaints with ownership.
I hadn't done my research so it was a shock that I'd have to bring it in for a $300 service two weeks after I rolled the bike out of the showroom. Fortunately, the 4,000 and 8,000 mile services are basically oil changes and general checks, so I'll likely perform these myself. Another valve clearance check is not due until 16,000 miles.
As a commuter the CB500X feels extremely light and nimble at 430 pounds, while retaining the "grown-up" feel and characteristics of a larger bike. With a 4.5 gallon tank, slightly larger than that of the sister CB500R (sport) and CB500F (naked) bikes which are nearly identical to the X except in styling and an inch or so of fork length, I can go a couple of days without topping off. Average fuel economy for me is in the high 50s to 60 miles-per-gallon range (the company says it will get 79.5 mpg highway, but I've never seen a number on the computer higher than mid-to-high 60s).
Don't let the aggressive "adventure" styling fool you. I won't be taking the bike off road. From the Pirelli Scorpion "trail" tires that are really 95% street tires to the 17-inch wheels, this bike is not suited for anything more than a very occasional hard-packed dirt road. But neither is it a sport bike and I certainly won't be leaning too far into turns.
The front 320mm and rear 240mm discs are anemic looking when compared to beefier adventure bikes — it's the first thing I noticed when I pulled up next to a friend of mine on a Triumph Tiger 800 — but even with the non-ABS version of the 500x, stopping power is more than adequate.
Rider comfort is handled well on this bike. A nearly 800-mile round trip over a long weekend to Rochester, N.Y. was no problem with the very upright seating position and comfortable seat. I found little to no annoying buzzing or discomfort at any RPM range. My only complaint is there really is no way to situate yourself into a lower position to beat the wind as you are putting down mile after mile on the highways.
At 31.9 inches, the seat height is slightly higher than the R and F models, and well suits the taller rider, like myself, but shorter riders may find this uncomfortable.
There are some niggling issues thus far, mostly related to accessories:
The stock windscreen is nowhere near adequate for taller riders on longer rides — and thus far there is only aftermarket option aside from the Honda tall windscreen that comes in at $200.
Secondly, there are few options for aftermarket hard cases and racks because the OEM Honda saddlebag supports are a proprietary design and needed to be tweaked (read: bent) a little to even fit my Wolfman soft saddlebags. Buying the Honda rack and two side cases is going to run you about $1,000, which is some serious coin for a bike that retails at $6,000.
Back to that $6-grand number though: if you have you heart set on a buying a bike off the showroom floor as opposed to scouring Craigslist for deals, the price simply cannot be beat when it comes to a great all-around city/faux-adventure/touring/commuter bike.
Lastly, I have found the ride needs to be tightened up especially when traveling on concrete highways with uneven expansion joints, and while the suspension is adjustable, you need a special honda tool (or perhaps a pin spanner) to make any changes to the pro-link single shock in the rear. It hasn't bothered me enough to worry about it, but with 9 position settings, I'm sure I can find a happy medium.
Your Honda dealer is probably out of stock this late in the season, but look for the 2014 models, which as far as I can tell haven't changed from the inaugural 2013 model in any noticeable way.


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Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Josh Hutcherson head off in search of Jules Verne's legendary island. In theaters everywhere, read our review
Safe House
Denzel Washington is a rogue ex-CIA agent who turns himself to an Agency safe house run by Ryan Reynolds. When a small army storms the place, it's Reynolds job to keep Washington alive. In theaters everywhere, read our review and watch the trailer
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (in 3D)
The reviled prequel to one of the most beloved films of the past 50 years returns in glorious 3D. In theaters everywhere, watch the trailer
The Vow
Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum are a married couple torn apart when a car accident leaves her with no memory, forcing him to try to win her heart all over again. In theaters everywhere, read our review and watch the trailer
Woody Harrelson stars as the dirtiest cop in the LAPD's most notorious division. In limited release, read our review and watch the trailer
Linda Cardellini stars as an Iraq War vet trying to readjust to life stateside with her husband, played by Michael Shannon, and kids. In limited release, watch the trailer
Chico & Rita
This Oscar-nominated cartoon tells the story of a Cuban musician and the singer he loves as the duo travel the world chasing their dreams. In limited release, watch the trailer
Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu
A Hindi romcom in which an unemployed man and a hairstylist awaken from a night of debauchery to find they've gotten married. In limited release, watch the trailer
In Darkness
From Agnieszka Holland, director of "Europa Europa," comes this film based on the true story of a Polish sewer worker and petty thief who helps smuggle Jews under the streets of Nazi-occupied Lvov, Poland. In limited release, watch the trailer
The Turin Horse
In 1889, Friedrich Nietzsche saw a horse in Turin being whipped, and tossed his arms around its neck, only to fall to the ground. A month later, Nietzsche was diagnosed with a serious mental illness, and was left speechless until his death 11 years later. But happened to the horse? In limited release, watch the first six minutes
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New RIOC Everbridge Community Notification System Needs Improvement Says Resident - Better Communications Between Tram And MTA F Train Subway Station Needed Too
The Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) recently established a new community notification system.
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RIOC President Charlene Indelicato reported November 22:
... This past week, RIOC launched an improvement to the RIOC Advisories electronic alert system, upgrading the former email-only notification system to Everbridge Platform, one of the leaders in critical communications systems in the United States. Everbridge uses the most advanced cloud-based technologies and allows text alerts and voice messaging in addition to traditional email notifications. The new system also allows subscribers to choose the kind of alerts they'd like to receive, such as traffic alerts, special event notifications, RIOC facility updates and more....Roosevelt Island resident Janet Falk reports today on difficulties with RIOC's new notification system. Ms. Falk, an editor/writer of more than 100 meeting announcements distributed annually to 16,000 members of a global professional association, thinks the RIOC Advisories need improvement, as does communication between the MTA, RIOC and the Tram personnel. Here are her observations:
Like many residents, I subscribe to the RIOC Advisory system to keep informed of news and schedule changes that affect our daily lives on Roosevelt Island. The 12/22/14 announcement that the Sportspark pool was closed saved me a trip and instead I worked out in the gym downstairs.
There have been numerous complaints that RIOC was mangling its prior system of announcements and, although specific and helpful recommendations that were user-centered were made, RIOC made an unusual decision. Instead of implementing the suggestions and making improvements in quality control and supervision of the decentralized announcement system, RIOC apparently pulled the plug and now, upon installing its new advisory system, decided not to provide information in some cases.
In its desire to serve the community, RIOC advises us to look elsewhere for information, so as not to be accused of ineptitude or redundancy, as follows:
At 8:52 am Thursday, the platform of the Tram was packed to the gills. After I passed through the southern turnstile, Greg Paravati, the Tram operator, told me that the subway was not working. "We'll take as many as we can on the Tram and then leave right away," he said.
After the ultra-crowded Tram pulled away towards Manhattan, I checked my email and saw a RIOC advisory dated 9:00 am.
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It could not have been more vague or unhelpful.
"Please be advised that the MTA has issued a service advisory for the F train, which may affect travel plans. Please plan your travel accordingly and visit http://MTA.info or call 511 for more information."
What is the MTA advisory? How does it affect Manhattan-bound or Queens-bound service or both? For today or for several days?
The RIOC advisory creates confusion and prompts questions with no answers in sight, except one: annoyance. The RIOC advisory points me to an external website and asks me to make a phone call, instead of providing a potential solution.
Why did it not say something like this:
"Due to the MTA's service advisory for the F train, the Tram will operate on an accelerated schedule until normal train service is restored."
This proposed advisory references the stated announcement, offers a solution, provides a time limit and is user friendly. There is no question to be asked; the subway is down, use the Tram for the time being to get you to another subway line. The Tram schedule has been modified to accommodate the increased number of passengers for now.
For what it's worth, I already contacted RIOC a few weeks ago about the non-informative communications and was told they have decided on this new approach of referring subscribers to external sources of information.
Obviously, this semi-advisory is less work for the staff, it protects them from making mistakes and it avoids duplication of an existing service from the MTA.
Service to Island residents is not a consideration, as is the case all too often.
Consider in comparison the attitude of the Tram personnel. Upon seeing droves of commuters approaching the Tram station from the west, Paravati asked a resident what was happening. When he learned that there was no subway service, he immediately conferred with his supervisor. The supervisor authorized the suspension of the usual Tram schedule and a shift to Load and Go. Based on unofficial information from riders, the Tram operators followed procedure to respond to a near-emergency situation and provide service to residents.
On Friday, Paravati informally discussed the situation with me. In the past, he has spoken with the MTA personnel at the Roosevelt Island subway station and pointed out the inadequacy of communication when service is interrupted. Often, passengers enter the turnstile and proceed to the platform, only to learn that there is no service. Many times, there is NO SIGN on the door indicating service has been suspended. When these passengers re-trace their steps, they may ask the clerk for a paper transfer slip. Unfortunately, the Tram turnstile does NOT accept the paper transfer slip provided by the subway clerk, only a Metrocard.
Moreover, Paravati told me that although the Tram personnel have requested communication from the subway station managers in the event of service interruptions, like the one on Thursday morning, they do not have a formal and authorized method of communication. Therefore, it is only when commuters spontaneously advise the Tram operators of a problem that the Tram personnel learn of changes to the subway service.
Paravati agreed that a simply walkie-talkie device between the subway clerk and the Tram supervisor would improve this situation. The Tram operators already carry a walkie-talkie to communicate with their co-workers.
At the same time that RIOC distributed the advisory to residents, it might have communicated the MTA announcement of disruption in service to the Tram personnel. There was no such communication on Thursday morning; the Tram personnel accelerated the schedule prior to the 9:00 am advisory.
It is unconscionable that, in the 25 years of operating the Tram and the subway, the MTA and RIOC have not figured out how to communicate effectively between themselves and with the Tram personnel and with residents who rely on uninterrupted subway and Tram service.
I urge my neighbors to join me in making their lack of confidence in RIOC's advisory system known.
I further encourage them to focus attention on RIOC's failure to promote effective communication between the MTA, RIOC and the Tram personnel that would serve the public.


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After resignation, many in New London support police chief
The resignation of New London's police chief over allegations of misconduct regarding a college student has split residents of the town.
Many New London residents said they are backing the longtime chief, while Colby-Sawyer College is speaking out about the safety of its students.
Chief David Seastrand resigned after an investigation was launched when a college student said he offered to drop charges against her if she agreed to pose for nude photos.
"It's hard to believe, and I still think I would take his word," said resident Janice White.
The student was arrested and charged with underage drinking and giving a false name to police. Investigators said the student reported that Seastrand approached her days later with the proposal.
The Attorney General's Office investigated and came to an agreement with Seastrand. He did not admit guilt but agreed to resign immediately and hand over his police officer certification. In exchange, he won't face any criminal charges.
Many town residents said they are upset Seastrand's 27-year career ended that way. No one answered his door Friday, but supporters said they hope he will speak out about the issue.
Town leaders declined an on-camera interview. They released a statement saying Seastrand resigned because. "He is unable to give his full focus to his duties as chief. ... The selectmen reiterate their strong support for Chief Seastrand and appreciation for his service."
Friday morning, Colby-Sawyer College released a statement.
"While this situation is unfortunate, the college and New London town officials will work together to move forward and reaffirm our commitment to protect the safety of our students," the college said.
Female students said the incident doesn't affect their view of the town.
"I love going here," said sophomore Caroline Kuliga. "This town is really nice. Everybody is nice here."
Before the investigation was revealed, Seastrand announced he would retire at the end of the month. A spokesperson for the New Hampshire Retirement System said the incident will not affect his benefits or pension.


text: Hey guys and gals, I have a 1998 jetta tdi that I'm having trouble getting started. Parked it in November when the snow dropped up here in Canada, Alberta. Tried to fire it up last week and I got nothing. No crank, only a click I could hear after a few seconds of holding the key. Sometimes i would hear like a fizz from the engine bay. Got a brand new battery, fuel filter, and replaced the glow plugs shortly before parking it. I have left the oil pan heater plugged in for awhile to heat up the block but still nothing. I took the starter out thinking it was the issue but when I brought external power to it the solenoid and starter motor both worked. But I threw it back in and nothing, even ran a wire from the power cable to the starter motor plug pins and still nothing. At this point I'm at a loss, been an amazing car up until now. Anyone have suggestions, I'm new to the forums.


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This cartoon was created prior to America's involvement in the Second World War by people who served in the First World War. This amazing story takes you on a journey:
From Cute and Fuzzy,
To Man's inhumanity to man.
To a climax.
To a resolution.
And back to Cute and Fuzzy.
The cartoon was remade by William Hanna & Joseph Barbera in 1955 as Good Will to Men and was also nominated for the Best Short Subjects Oscar.
While the remake is set in a post atomic bomb era the message stays the same and sadly that message has not been learned. One of my favorite moments in Peace On Earth is towards the end when the audience collectively realizes that the animal's houses were made from the men's helmets and the lamppost was made from a sword. Then you sober up when Mama Squirrel sings, "Sleep in heavenly peace". On a final note I want you to think about this:
The story that was told.
Those moments that touched you.
The buttons that were pushed.
The feelings felt.
The lessons learned (and not learned by some).
The writer started this journey with an idea, and then it was translated:
To words.
To voice, music and Foley.
To ink & paint.
To the big (and later small) screen.
And the audience translated the sight and sounds back into the writer's original idea.
Something to think about when you are enjoying those holiday specials.
To quote Tiny Tim, "God bless us, everyone!"
Merry Christmas
Tony & Donna Figueroa


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Free Beer & Hot Wings: Getting Stuck In a Cave Filling With Water Seems Terrifying [Video]
Many people have a fear of being confined in small spaces. And it's safe to say that everyone has a fear of drowning.
People with both of these fears probably won't like this video, in which a couple of spelunkers are exploring a cave that starts filling with water.
Watch as they remain somewhat calm while trying to make their way back out of the cave, recording the entire thing with GoPro cameras so they can look back fondly and laugh some day.
Now, the video cuts off before the last guy makes it out of the cave and he disappears.
We've been debating all morning on "The Free Beer & Hot Wings Morning Show" whether he survived or not.
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|National Biological Control Laboratory
The USDA-ARS National Biological Control Laboratory (NBCL) is located at the Jamie Whitten Delta States Research Center (JWDSRC) in Stoneville, Mississippi. The NBCL provides an interdisciplinary team of scientists with facilities for basic and applied research towards developing practical methods of mass propagation, storage, delivery of beneficial organisms, targeted release strategies for integrated pest management, and an APHIS-approved facility for classical biocontrol research on classical biocontrol of invasive alien pest insects and weeds. Scientists housed in the NBCL are from two research units: Biological Control of Pests Research Unit and Southern Insect Management Research Unit.NBCL is the first facility in the world to have the combination of scientific specializations for fully integrated research in biocontrol technology.
Only organisms that have been approved by Federal and State officials for release in the United States will be propagated and studied there. The use and encouragement of beneficial organisms to fight pests is a powerful and economical part of integrated pest management. But biocontrol agents often number too few to be effective. Developing the industry that provides beneficial predators, parasites, and microbes for augmenting beneficial numbers will improve our battle against agricultural and urban pests. To foster this industry, USDA has built this uniquely integrated facility where researchers will develop methods for propagating, storing and actively using beneficial organisms. The Stoneville Research Quarantine Facility adds a very important addition to the biological control capability of NBCL.
The 53,000 sq. ft. NBCL facility includes separate wings for work on macroorganisms and microorganisms. The wings are designed to prevent accidental escape of the microorganisms and contamination and to facilitate interaction among researchers.
The research area is separated from the mass culture area by an airlock/shower. This area includes a room for media preparation, and separate rooms for fermentors and bioreactors, with computer control of all processes located in rooms with window viewing access.
The Insect Wing is compartmentalized and progresses from office area to insect research laboratories to multi-species rearing of insects to the Pilot Plant area, which is dedicated to private sector involvement.
There are eight walk-in insect rearing rooms with the capability to closely monitor and control temperature, relative humidity control, and lighting. There is an extensive food preparation area, which includes the capability of customizing many diets using the diet mixing room, the diet preparation room and the form-fill-seal food packaging machine.
The Microbial Wing is compartmented and progresses from offices to microbial research, to microbial mass culture to grow-out rooms to harvest areas, to the Pilot Plant area. The microbial research area consists of six individual laboratory rooms that minimize the potential of cross contamination of product. This area also contains a central location for joint use equipment, and a separate room to contain sterilization equipment.
In addition to the research labs, space is provided for two Pilot Plants (2,500 sq. ft. and 5,000 sq. ft.). These plants will be used in cooperation with private organizations to test the practical application of propagation techniques and to develop commercial production.
The Mid-Delta region contains many private research and development agrochemical and seed companies. NBCL helps to stimulate further increase in local agricultural industries. The ARS Program is partnered with the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station (MAFES) Program.
Additional NBCL laboratory and office space is located in the adjacent Stoneville Research Quarantine Facility (SQRF). This APHIS/MS State approved facility consists of 3,400 sq. ft. of quarantine space, 2,600 sq. ft. of non-quarantine workspace, and 1,200 sq. ft of equipment space. Two quarantine greenhouses greatly expand capability. Many of our worst pests are invasive species from other countries. The SRQF allows for the importation, evaluation, and release of co-evolved biocontrol agents from the pests' site of origin, as well as research to genetically improve beneficial organisms.


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Joe Nathan: Signing with Tigers 'a dream come true'
- Joe Nathan made it clear that Detroit was his first choice in free agency
- %22This team is ready to win%2C they're ready to win now%2C%22 Nathan said
- Nathan joins several Tigers veterans looking for a World Series win
DETROIT -- Throughout his introductory press conference Wednesday at Comerica Park, Joe Nathan never referred to the money on his new contract -- it's somewhere around $10 million per year -- nor did he ever talk about how the Tigers gave him a second guaranteed year on the deal.
Nathan didn't say anything about whether the Tigers offered the best contract of any team or if they showed the most interest in him.
He said he joined the Tigers because they are the team for whom he wanted to pitch.
"From the moment (I) became a free agent, this was the No. 1 club we had our eyes set on," Nathan said in his first comments as the Tigers ninth-inning closer. "It's a dream come true. Everybody has one goal in mind, and that's just not to win, but to win a championship."
Asked moments later why the Tigers were his top choice, Nathan said, "Why would I come here? The question is, 'Why wouldn't I?' This team is ready to win, they're ready to win now. (And) not just win -- it's not just about getting to the post-season. For me, it's about getting to the World Series.
"That hasn't been part of my career. It has eluded me. I'm excited to rejoin with guys like Torii Hunter (his teammate in Minnesota) and Ian Kinsler (his teammate in Texas).
"I'm also getting a chance to watch Miguel Cabrera play on a daily basis, which is going to be something special for me. . .
"Getting a chance to watch (Justin) Verlander and (Max) Scherzer and see what they do daily -- preparing and competing. This is a game about learning, even when you are 39 years old. I'm going to learn a lot from them.
"I just think it's going to be a lot of fun," Nathan said. "This club has always been a club I admired from the other side, and it always looked like they were having a good time playing this game. I think it's going to be a lot of fun to join this team, and we can produce a lot of wins."
With Nathan's arrival, a certain hunger among Tigers veterans over 30 -- a hunger that can only be eliminated in the World Series -- has doubled this off-season.
This past season, Torii Hunter (at age 38) and Victor Martinez (at 34) strove to get to the World Series for the first time. Instead, eachgot stopped on the brink of the World Series -- in the AL championship series -- for the third time in his career.
Now come two new Tigers from Texas with similar October aches. Kinsler, the second baseman, was on the Texas team
that twice came within a strike of winning the 2011 World Series from St. Louis but didn't. Kinsler, like Tigers owner Mike Ilitch, knows what it feels like to reach the World Series but not win it.
Nathan, who turned 39 a few weeks ago, has never been on a team that won a post-seasonseries. The only comparable experience for him came at the Metrodome on Oct. 6, 2009, when the Twins beat the Tigers in 12 innings in the 163rd-game tie-breaker for the Central Division title.
"The best game I've ever been a part of," Nathan said. Then he immediately turned to general manager Dave Dombrowski sitting next to him and said, "Sorry to bring it up."
Dombrowski smiled. He could afford to do so because with Nathan, he has filled his team's urgent vacancy, ninth-inning closer.
Nathan will be 39 throughout next season. In big-league history, there have been 11 times that a pitcher 39 or older has saved at least 30 games in a season. (Three pitchers had at least two of those seasons.) Nathan had 43 saves this year for Texas, matching the third-most in his career, and he blew only three saves.
Roll all that together, and neither Nathan nor Dombrowski seemed concerned about whether Nathan will still be a peak pitcher atage 40 on the second year of his two-year deal. The Tigers have an option for a third year.
John Lowe also writes for the Detroit Free Press.


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Some updates from EE - looks like both the Hailfire Droid and AAT have spiffy new paintjobs!Star Wars Hailfire Droid Vehicle
They also have the Star Wars Darth Vader's Sith Starfighter Vehicle listed, but no pictures yet...
EE has put up a photoshop-ed image of the Sith Starfighter.
How many ROTS starfighter releases off of the same mold will I have now?
Quote from: ruiner on May 12, 2006, 09:55 AMHow many ROTS starfighter releases off of the same mold will I have now?Vader's would make 6 - Anakin's yellow, Obi Wan's red, Anakin's green (that he took to Mustafar), Obi Wan's blue (that he took to Utapau), Mace's purple and Vader's black.
I think the Kit Fisto fighter will be based from the EIII fighter as well
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Agriculture is the backbone of both the Oklahoma and the U. S. economies, says Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Jim Reese.
"Agriculture takes natural resources and turns them into wealth," Reese said during an address at the recent Oklahoma Peanut Expo in Lone Wolf.
He said $2.2 billion "comes off our fields at the end of the year. Livestock in Oklahoma adds another $4 billion. Oklahoma farmers and ranchers are creating $6 billion in wealth we didn't have last year."
He said much of that production is exported and "brings revenue into Oklahoma."
Agricultural exports meant a lot to the state's economy, he added. "One of nine export dollars coming into Oklahoma comes from agriculture. That is significant. It's great to be a part of the industry that creates this wealth."
He said viable agriculture is also crucial to national security. "Domestic energy production and using agriculture for alternative energy are important, but nothing is as important as our food supply."
Reese said many Oklahomans got a small taste of what it's like to suffer a food shortage during a February snowstorm. "Supermarkets ran out of many items," he said. "If people realized that was a possibility more often, agriculture would be better appreciated. We have to educate consumers that we are the people who provide their food."
He said much of the political unrest across the world would be significantly reduced "without hunger. We don't have that here and that's what makes our nation secure. I thank you for what you do."
Source: Southwest Farm Press
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Everyone's turn to host book club only comes around once a year or so, and for me it was an excuse to try out a few new recipes on my friends. And although the recent snow had already melted and the weather turned warm again that weekend, I was still in the mood to make some fall treats.
First I made a creamy pumpkin soup with roasted apples and carrots, and seasoned with nutmeg and ginger. The soup was warm and healthy, and even Katie's baby girl Macy ate a few spoonfuls.
To have with the soup, I put out the makings for turkey sandwiches, with cheese, shallots, cranberry sauce and sliced green apples.
Cool and creamy artichoke basil dip disappeared fast with crackers and veggies.
And for dessert, mini pumpkin pie tartlets and spicy gingerbread cupcakes with maple cream cheese frosting were a sweet finish.
The book, as it turns out, wasn't that great... but the company was wonderful.
Pumpkin Soup with Roasted Carrots, Apples, Ginger and Nutmeg
- 4 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 tart apples (such as Granny Smith) peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 shallots, peeled and halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (or 2 teaspoons ground ginger)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable stock or chicken stock
- 1 can (14 ounces) pumpkin
- 2 cups 2% or whole milk
- Garnish: dried apple chips, pumpkin seeds or pepitas and sour cream
Preheat the oven to 400. Place the carrots, apples and shallots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with two tablespoons olive oil, and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Roast for 30 minutes.
Heat the remaining tablespoon oil in a stock pot over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Scrape everything from the baking sheet into the stock pot. Add the vegetable stock; bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the carrots are tender. Stir in the pumpkin and milk. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth, or pour into a blender and puree in batches. Simmer for a few more minutes until hot.
Serve with a drizzle of sour cream and dried apple chips.
Yields 6-8 servings.
Recipe from Curly Girl Kitchen
Artichoke Basil Cream Cheese Dip
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1/4 cup buttermilk or whole milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced or grated
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil
In a bowl, combine everything except the artichoke hearts and basil; using an electric mixer, beat until smooth and creamy. Stir in the artichokes and basil. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Yields about 3 cups.
Recipe from Curly Girl Kitchen
Gingerbread Cupcakes with Maple Cream Cheese Buttercream
- 1 spice or chocolate cake mix
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 3 eggs
Maple Cream Cheese Buttercream:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 2 1/2 - 3 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons meringue powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1-2 teaspoons maple extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk, if needed
- Crushed gingersnaps or whole cookies, gingerbread boys, cinnamon Gummi bears
Preheat the oven to 350. Line cupcake pans with 24 paper liners; place the cookies in the bottom of each.
In the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the cake mix, flour, ginger, cinnamon and cloves. Add the molasses, milk, oil, vanilla and eggs. Mix on low to combine, then on medium for 3 minutes. Spoon batter into the cups, on top of the cookies, filling them 2/3 full.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
To make the frosting, beat the butter, brown sugar and maple syrup with the whisk attachment for 4-5 minutes, until very light and fluffy. Add the cream cheese and beat for 1 minute until smooth. In a bowl, combine the powdered sugar and meringue powder. Add by spoonfuls to the mixer, while mixing on low. Add the vanilla, and beat for another 2-3 minutes, adding milk if needed, to achieve the right consistency.
Pipe the buttercream onto the cooled cupcakes. Garnish with crushed cookies or other cookies/candy.
Yields 24 cupcakes.
Recipe from Curly Girl Kitchen
Mini Pumpkin Pie Tartlets
- 48 shortbread tartlet shells
- 1/2 can pumpkin (7 ounces)
- 1/2 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whipping cream + 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Preheat the oven to 350. Place the tartlet shells on a baking sheet.
In a bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, egg, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and salt until smooth. Spoon about a teaspoon into each tartlet shell, filling them almost to the brim.
Bake for approximately 15 minutes, until the center is set. Place pan on a wire rack and cool completely.
Whip the cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form and pipe onto each tartlet. Sprinkle with a little more nutmeg.
Yields 48 tartlets.
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If you've ever been lucky enough to see a wild animal in its natural habitat, you know it's a beautiful sight. From Cougars, Bighorn Sheep, and Jaguars, to Green Sea Turtles, Gray Wolves and Steller Sea Lions, these animals and so many others all call the U.S. home. Unfortunately, these creatures, along with a variety of plants and other wildlife find themselves on the Endangered Species list and one step closer to extinction.
In order to build awareness on this issue, the U.S. Senate established the third Friday in May as Endangered Species Day, with the hope that everyone will take part in caring for the rich and diverse native species of our country. Every year, thousands of people throughout the country celebrate Endangered Species Day at parks, wildlife refuges, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, libraries, schools and community centers. Events such as festivals, field trips, park tours, community clean-ups, film showings, classroom presentations, and many other fun and educational activities.
Every day actions affect our disappearing wildlife, and this special day is a great way to take some time and learn about the importance of protecting endangered species. Try celebrating this day with your family by learning about endangered species in your area, which is the first step to helping them. You could also spend the day visiting a wildlife refuge to observe species in their natural habitat.
Other ways you can help include making sure your own home is wildlife-friendly. Reduce your use of water in your home and garden so that animals that live in or near water can have a better chance of survival. Disinfect bird baths often to avoid disease transmission. Place decals on windows to deter bird collisions. Millions of birds die every year because of collisions with windows. You can help reduce the number of collisions simply by placing decals on the windows in your home and office. Minimize you use of herbicides and pesticides, which may keep your yard looking nice, but are hazardous pollutants that greatly affect wildlife.
With a little bit of work and the right knowledge, we can stop being part of the problem and start being part of the solution to help these animals.


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I have a pretty complicated program in which I need to pass by reference. But it seems I can't.
Rather than post the entire code of my complicated program, I wrote a much simpler program with the same exact problem.
I want to change the value of the Character object in the function "changechObj7" but it won't change. I keep getting the output 'P' both times.
How do I fix this? It's so easy in C++.....
import java.util.Scanner; public class Play { public static void main(String[] args) { Play play = new Play(); play.dance(); } public void dance() { Character chObj7 = new Character('P'); System.out.println(chObj7); changechObj7(chObj7); System.out.println(chObj7); } public void changechObj7(Character chObj7) { chObj7 = 'K'; } }
I know that the character object is a reference to an address that holds the value "P".
So, in my "changechObj7" function, I pass the ADDRESS location that holds "P".
I change what the address holds by setting it equal to 'K'.
I don't change the address, I change the value the address holds. Shouldn't that be a permanent change?


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| 10.7°C Dublin
David Moyes insists he and Nemanja Vidic both decided it was time for the Manchester United captain to leave Old Trafford.
Vidic announced on Thursday night that he would be leaving the reigning Premier League champions after eight seasons at the club.
"It was something that we all mutually agreed together," the United boss said.
"I think it was the right decision for club and player."
Vidic has been heavily linked with a move to Inter Milan.
The Serb will skipper the Red Devils until the end of the season.
"He has been a brilliant servant for Manchester United," Moyes added.
"He is captain and it will remain that way until the end of the season.
"He has been a great player for us and we will continue using him."
Moyes confirmed that Jonny Evans will miss Sunday's home game against Fulham with a calf injury he suffered against Stoke.
Phil Jones, who came off with concussion against the Potters, could be fit, however.
Marouane Fellaini's bad luck with injuries continues as he has suffered a groin injury and will be out for a week, Moyes added.
This weekend will be the first time that Fulham manager Rene Meulensteen has come back to Old Trafford since leaving the United coaching staff in the summer.
Moyes opted to bring in a number of his own staff when he replaced Sir Alex Ferguson as manager.
The former Everton boss revealed he was sad to see the Dutch coach leave United, however.
"Rene helped me when I first came here," Moyes said.
"I had several conversations with him. He helped me, told me about the club, how it runs and the players.
"In the end I would have liked him to stay at the time but he wanted to go and that was fine.
"I am looking forward to getting Rene back and seeing him."
Meulensteen has struggled at Craven Cottage since replacing Martin Jol last December.
Under the Dutchman, who has very limited managerial experience, Fulham have sunk to the foot of the Barclays Premier League.
The pressure on Meulensteen intensified on Tuesday when the Londoners were knocked out of the FA Cup by Sky Bet League One strugglers Sheffield United.
Moyes admits he feels sorry that talk has already begun about Meulensteen potentially losing his job after only two months at the helm.
"There's always disappointment when you see a manager lose his job, because it's a difficult job. You have to have very good owners and chairman," said the Scot.
"I've been really fortunate here that I've got great owners and a great board, I had the same at Everton and at Preston.
"Unfortunately some of those other managers have not had the same privileges I've had.
"But it's part of the job and you realise you have to work with the people who employ you and unfortunately some of them haven't had as good ones as I've had."
Moyes has faced questions - from outside United - about his ability to bring the glory days back to Old Trafford following Ferguson's exit.
The champions sit some 15 points behind leaders Arsenal in seventh place.
Moyes is refusing to write off the title, but he admits the chances of retaining the championship are slim.
Moyes said: "What we'll do is keep trying to win the next game. If we can do that we'll see where we go.
"We need teams to slip up if we are to have any chance."
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Tender Shortcakes
From Baking: From My Home to Yours by Dorie Greenspan
For the Biscuits
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbs baking powder
¾ tsp salt
6 tbs sugar
1½ sticks (12 tbs) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1½ cups cold heavy cream
For the filling
Berries (about ½ cup per shortcake) -- Or peaches, as I used
Lightly sweetened softly whipped cream
Center a rack in the oven and preheat the oven to 425°. Line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.
Whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar together in a large bowl. Drop in the butter and, using your fingers, toss to coat the pieces of butter with flour. Quickly, working with your fingertips or a pastry blender (My note: I used the food processor), cut and rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture is pebbly. You'll have pea-size pieces, pieces the size of oatmeal flakes, and pieces in between -- and that's just right.
Pour the cream over the dry ingredients and toss and gently turn the ingredients with a fork until you've got a very soft dough. When the dough comes together, you'll probably still have dry ingredients at the bottom of the bowl -- just use a spatula or your hands to mix and knead the dough until it's evenly blended. Don't overdo it; it's better to have a few dry spots than an overworked dough. Even with all the flour mixed in, the dough will be soft and sticky.
Spoon out about ⅓ cup of dough for each shortcake onto the baking sheet, leaving about 3 inches of space between the mounds of dough. Pat each mound down until it is between ¾ and 1 inch high. (The shortcakes can be made to this point and frozen on the baking sheet, then wrapped airtight and kept in the freezer for up to 2 months. Bake without defrosting -- just add at least 5 more minutes to the oven time).
If you have more dough, repeat, cooling the baking sheet first.
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, rotating the sheet from front to back at the midway point, until the shortcakes are puffed and give just a bit when prodded. Pull the sheet from the oven and transfer the shortcakes to a cooling rack.
Put the berries (or peaches) in a bowl, sprinkle with sugar to taste, and let sit for about 10 minutes, until they are juicy.
The cakes are tender and really pretty fragile, so go easy with them. Use a serrated knife and not much pressure to cut each cake in half horizontally. (Alternatively, you can use the tines of a fork to prick a ring around the middle of the shortcake, then use your fingers to gently pry the halves apart.) Put the bottom halves on plates, top with the berries -- make sure to include some of the sweet juices -- and spoon over some whipped cream. Put the tops on the shortcakes or lean them against the cream. If you decide to go for the open-faced shortcakes, you'll get two textures -- moist and moister.


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Hard News: So far from trivial
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Not that we're counting.
That's got to be cheating..
While we're on porn names mines Maggie Flanshaw. I guess I'm a cross dresser when in action.
Please ignore what I just wrote.
Shep, Veitch is mortgaged up pretty hard going by an article in the DomPost the other day. $20,000 a month to make payments. He earnt 700,000 a year, minus tax and he would still have had plenty left over for trips to Fiji but could certainly not afford to lose all his jobs at once I would have thought.
This has wound up costing him a lot more than 150,000.
Shep, thanks for the pointer. That Mediawatch story is good (podcast, 9.7Mb): http://podcast.radionz.co.nz/mwatch/mwatch-20080720-0905-Mediawatch-048.mp3
Steve and Steven, that was like pushing somebody out of the way to take the match winning catch and then fumbling it before hanging on.
Still, a wins a win.
and enough people committing the effort needed to keep a conversation going.
I was thinking bored people with nothing better to do than talk about the crimes of famous people but i like the sound of yours better.
You know, the issue that has most touched the PA nerve
hmm, I recall a chunk of this being about estrogen fueled marriage, not exactly on topic,
me, I like the number 1000, I secretly wanted that honor but I bow to sofie's greater stay power
Full credit to the team.
ah, the start of the 51st page is 1000. crawford, you sneak, sofie, hand over the medal, the man won it unfair and square
personally 981 ain't a bad number,
excessive cash (mental hop, skip & jump) was it for P?
That is where my head space was going quite some time back. A bit of experience goes a long way if it is over many years. Growing up here makes me often consider drugs in the equation.P is a drug that has a common thread in the media.It really does reveal a hideous psychosis.I'm pretty tolerant of out of it types but after watching P in action, It is not something I can do.You only need 2 things to set a P freak off. That's paranoia and paranoia.
Guess I 'm late huh?
Actually, steve landed on the thousand, with his 1001th, remarkably.
Here's a bit psycho-babble, as an alternative to the P theory.
Manic defence "Form of defensive behavior ... exhibited by persons who defend themselves against anxiety, guilt and depression by (a)
denial of guilt, anxiety and depression, (b) the operation of a phantasy
of omnipotent control ... (c) identification with objects from whom a sense of power can be borrowed, (d) projection of 'bad' aspects of the self on others. Manic defences purchase freedom from guilt and anxiety at the expense of depth of character and appreciation of the motives and feelings of others" (Rycroft).
I heard the tail end of a woman from Preventing Violence in the Home on the radio the other day talking about domestic violence and she reckoned that it was quite rare for someone to just out of the blue commit serious violence of this nature, usually there was some escalation and other lower level violence first (possibly with other people, in different contexts, whatever). Didn't hear the whole thing though.
Things like that radio interview and this thread did prompt me to help poor Mr Holmes out with his interviews, by suggesting a few questions he possibly, you know maybe, if he felt like it, could have asked Veitch.
Thanks, Julie. I like the way your commenter Anna McM put it:
If Veitch is trying to reform himself, being surrounded by apologist turds like Holmes won't be helping much.
I think those who want some "balance" need to reflect that Tony is not doing himself any favours long term either. He does deserve at least the possibility of redemption, after he has owned up like a real man would.
usually there was some escalation and other lower level violence first
I wonder how he treated pets?
He had a minor physcical altercation with Willie Lose at a radio sport christmas party. I forget if it was 2007 or 2006.
Leg Break will know, he can consult his scrapebook.
I think it was along the lines of them winding each other up and Veitch throwing one and running. Again somebody else can correct that but that was roughly how it was relayed at the time and how it appeared in the media the other day.
Yamis, I love the idea of a "scrapebook" for recording them altercations. However, I'm imagining Lose ain't no chihuahua?
Why can't these people bring themselves to condemn an act of violence against a woman lying on the floor?
Endless repetition is not going to turn that into a valid criticism. Stop circling the bandwagons.
At some point the denunciation of celebrity offending becomes self-gratification, conjecture and trial by media. I would suggest that point has been reached.
I see no ones interested in the other gossip re the valentines day visit 2 weeks later. that was from an unnamed source, printed in a newspaper, so it must be true.
Even if it is true, it doesn't make the assault any less horrible.
I see what they're trying to do by leaking this information: it's pretty transparently an attempt to say that the assault wasn't actually that bad, because she was still all lovey-dovey at him on Valentine's Day. Of course, abused people often continue unhealthy contact with their abusers even after serious assaults have taken place. So, you know, shrug. They were both clearly in a fucked-up mental place.
As far as I'm concerned, Raybon JKan still has quite a long way to go to redeem himself after his column(s) around the time of the Rickards/Schollum pack-rape stuff.
The tone of his writing around the time of those verdicts was along the lines of "oh, isn't this a lot of fuss about nothing very important. What an over-reaction. Rape isn't all that bad. I can certainly squeeze a couple of hundred jokey words out about this."
So he's still got quite some way to go, as far as I'm concerned.
A good start, though.
Hi all -- you may notice I've deleted several posts making a certain speculation about Veitch. Perhaps you could stay off that. It's one thing to comment on news stories, another to make stuff up.
double plus, good big bro! :)
Even if it is true, it doesn't make the assault any less horrible.
who said anything about less horrible, I said spicy.
also see WH post above yours. you can't see my original post cos apparently i said something controversial although I was merely commenting on a legitimate newspaper article from our favourite unnamed sauce (source) which inferred what I said, unlike the P habit comments which I'm pretty sure I haven't seen unnamed source mention.
Thanks, Julie. I like the way your commenter Anna McM put it
Wellington owes Dunedin for us letting her go up there. There were plots to prevent y'know.
Endless repetition is not going to turn that into a valid criticism.
It's already a "valid" criticism, WH - is just the acknowledgement of that from some that is still lacking. Not OK means Not OK. You're the one who isn't getting that.
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OHay there Paloma! Fancy seeing you here.
Moving three times in as many years, I have had a different favorite room in each home. We moved into our new house in Houston two months ago, and my favorite room changes every time we finally unpack a box or install a curtain. My current favorite room is our guest room because 1. It is finished (for now) unlike the wreck of the rest of the house 2. It is the first room to receive Biscuit bedding & 3. It really represents what has come to be my design philosophy of investing in great pieces when you can, and keeping them forever- using them in different ways each time you "redecorate".
Biscuit is the store and bedding line I started early this year with two of my girlfriends as a line that would bring a high end designer look to a more attainable price point- starting with our bedding line. We designed the prints in our line inspired by the style and personality of various people we love and admire. It feels surreal remembering the initial sketches of each design, watching the prints go through production at the factory, and now dressing my own personal bed!
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The stars glow in the dark, which makes for the most magical bedtime. We had a version of this room in our last house in Austin, but the light fixture was flush mount and didn't charge the wallpaper enough so the stars didn't really sparkle with their true splendor. I also find that each time we move, rather than completely redecorate, I sort of re-imagine the same room and add another layer of love. The rooms (to me) only keep getting better with each iteration. They become more "us" and less designed.
This go around I reused our pendleton blanket, and added in biscuit sheets & shams in our white with red trim accent, Jamie boudoirs, and Paul duvet cover in our taupe color way. We also added some punchier lamps, and accessories. The side tables Pete and I actually bought on our honeymoon. They were in our kitchen in Chicago, and then family room in Austin, and now here. The headboard is the same Pottery Barn piece we had in Chicago & Austin. The light fixture was a 21st Birthday gift from my mom and was in my living room in college, guest room in Chicago and Austin, and now here. The rug was in our Chicago living room, and Austin family room. The solar system art was purchased for this room in our Austin house from Mecox.
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Pahor Labib
Dr Pahor Labib باهور لبيب was a renowned Egyptologist and Coptologist. He was the Director of the Coptic Museum, Old Cairo from 1951 to 1965 when he retired. He was heavily involved with the translations of the Nag Hammadi Gnostic Papyri. He was the son of the renowned Coptologist, Cladius Bey Labib, author of the extensive Coptic-Arabic dictionary and teacher of the Coptic language in the Theological College at Cairo. Caldius was the second Egyptian to learn Hieroglyphs, after the famous Ahmad Kamal. His son Pahor was the first Egyptian to obtain a PhD in Egyptology, in 1934.
The Copts:
The Copts are the descendents of the Ancient Egyptians and they constitute between 10-15% of the Egyptian population. It is an official policy of the authorities in Egypt not to announce the number and percentage of the Copts after the army officer's coupe of 1952. The vast majority of the Copts belongs to the Coptic Orthodox Church, a member of the Eastern (Oriental) Orthodox Churches that also includes the Syrian, Armenian and the Ethiopian churches. They acknowledge the first three ecumenical councils, namely those of Nicea (325 AD) Constantinople (381 AD), Ephesus (431 AD); however not the Chalcedon one (431 AD).
The Coptic Language:
This is the fourth and last version of the Ancient Egyptian language; the earlier ones are the Hieroglyph, Hieratic and Demotic. It borrowed the Greek alphabets and added 7 from the demotic that had no corresponding phonetics in Greek. It was the dominant language in Egypt well after the Arab invasion of the country in 641 AD. The Coptic language was brutally suppressed but was and still is being used in the liturgical services of the Coptic Church.
The young Pahor
One of the missions of Cladius Labib was to resurrect and popularise Coptic as a living language. For this aim he produced books for teaching Coptic and insisted that Coptic would be the language of every day use at his home in Ain shams, a suburb of Cairo. Thus Pahor grow up speaking Coptic fluently. He entered the Higher Coptic School in Cairo and used to excel in Coptic and receive prices. When his father passed away suddenly, Pahor then was not yet 14 years old, the young Pahor thanked those attending the church funeral service in Coptic. He joined Ghaddevia Secondary School, the most renowned in the country at that time. When he graduated, he joined both the Faculty of Law and that of Archeology. He used to pass the end year exams in both. The final exams of both faculties were at the same time so he choose to sit that of Archeology. He graduated with honours and was sent to Germany to study for his PhD degree.
Young Pahor and Pope Cyril V:
Pahor's father, Cladius, was a good friend of Pope Cyril V. Cladius accompanied the Pope on his tour in Upper Egypt on his way to attend the opening ceremony of the Aswan Dam in 1903. The Pope also visited Cladius at his home in Ain Shams. It was through the recommendation of the Pope that Cladius obtained his "Bey" from the Ghedevie. Pahor was one of the few that were allowed to visit and be received by the Pope when the latter was confined to bed at the end of his life. The Pope advised young Pahor to follow in his father's footsteps.
Director of the Coptic Museum
The Coptic museum houses the greatest collection of Coptic antiquities in the world. Dr Labib managed to turn the Coptic Museum into a Mecca for Coptic studies. A great momentum that helped in this direction was the formation of an international committee of the most renowned Coptologist in the world to translate and study the Nag Hammadi Coptic Gnostic Papyri. This library is considered one of the two major discoveries in the 20th century that contributed to Biblical studies; the other being the Dead Sea Scrolls.


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Meet Gwen, the newest addition to Brooklit Bride, my shop of bridal fashion illustrations. A few short weeks ago I was introduced to Pinterest and have since dove right into finding inspiration for DYIs, my dream house, fashion looks I love and future sketch ideas. This one, is the first of what I hope will be many. I've named her Gwen.
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jon_12091 wrote:Wow, extreme bibliolatry. Or an atheist 5th columnist....
Personally I find it somewhat distressing that they can't even comprehend that when faced with a belief like that, given the choice between what ultimately is just a book and the reality of nature, they are not from my POV going to make the right choice.
The creationists are basically dead and buried. It's ten years since the Dover trial blew them up. What's left are figures of fun like Cowboy Bob and other dunderheads that no one listens to anymore. Hence so few nowadays show up on forums like ours.
Politically, the US fundamentalists have also moved on, backing Frankenstein monsters like senator Ted Cruz But that's beyond the remit of the BCSE.