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Christopher Kunz has posted a quick review of a book from the Open Source Press covering Serendipity, a popular blogging system.
Yesterday, my review copy of Garvin Hicking's book "Serendipity - Individuelle Weblogs fur Einsteiger und Profis" (Open Source Press, 39,90, ISBN 978-3-937514-54-3) was in the mail. Unfortunately, this book is currently only available in German, but I'm sure Garvin (or someone else) will translate it and publish it (maybe with the nice guys at Packt publishing?) soon.
He notes that the book (the massive book at 750 pages) covers just about everything you'd ever need to know about the Serendipity blogging system. Christopher specifically mentions a few things - a good summary for installation and configuration, a meticulous list of the plugins and the chapter that focuses on administration and security.


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WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Just hours after taking office, the new House of Representatives reinstated a team of ethics investigators that had faced what seemed like a certain death due to lawmakers' inaction.
Overshadowed by the recent fiscal cliff hubbub, lawmakers from the last session had neglected to decide whether or not to renew the Office of Congressional Ethics. Last week, CNN reported on the concerns among public interests groups that lawmakers were purposely trying to kill the OCE through their inaction to avoid future ethics investigations.
The House on Thursday night voted in new rules to reauthorize the OCE, and also added language that would allow members -- whose terms were set to expire -- to continue on the board.
The OCE is considered to be one of the most important watchdogs in Washington. It's the only quasi-independent government body that's sole mandate is to formally investigate members of Congress.
It was formed just four years ago when then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi and others declared they wanted to "drain the swamp" of scandals and corruption in Washington. Among the biggest scandals that prompted action was that of Jack Abramoff, a former lobbyist, who admitted in 2006 to illegally showering gifts on officials in exchange for favors.
The probe into those allegations led to convictions or guilty pleas for 20 lobbyists and public officials -- including a member of the House and several aides to congressmen.
Other scandals included those tied to former Reps. Tom DeLay, Mark Foley, William Jefferson and Duke Cunningham.
Since its creation in 2008, the OCE has launched more than 100 investigations of lawmakers, raising serious questions about possible congressional misdeeds.
In about one third of its investigations, the OCE found that House ethics, and sometimes federal laws, were likely violated. Those 37 cases were referred to the House Ethics Committee for further review.
House Speaker John Boehner and House Democratic leader Pelosi had previously said they would reauthorize the OCE and appoint new members. But the issue was recently overshadowed by the down-to-the-wire fiscal cliff negotiations.
In many of its hard-hitting investigations, the OCE has confronted legislators about their actions, raising sensitive questions about possible conflicts of interest, financial reports, missing financial information, and even questions about the legality of some lawmakers' actions.
There are other watchdogs for ethics within the Congress -- the House Ethics Committee, and the Senate Select Committee on Ethics. But these internal committees are often criticized for doing almost nothing because they are in the awkward position of investigating their own members and close colleagues.
By contrast, the OCE is an outside body, widely seen as being objective. It is made up of experts, including some former members of Congress, who are nominated and approved by Boehner and Pelosi.
However, the OCE cannot take disciplinary action against the lawmakers it finds are likely to have violated ethics or federal law -- so it has to refer its most serious investigations to the House Ethics Committee.
Out of the 37 cases it received from the OCE, the House Ethics Committee meted out formal punishment only on two occasions.
Supporters of the OCE say it has helped put a spotlight on lawmakers' conduct.
"The OCE has forced members of Congress to take ethics more seriously," said Melanie Sloan, a former federal prosecutor who now directs Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW). "It has forced the (House) Ethics Committee to act and has let all members of Congress know that they're not going to be able to skate by like they have for so many years, with unethical conduct just going on."
But critics say it sometimes casts too wide of a net in its investigations.
"They accept anonymous complaints made by anonymous individuals and then have the resources to conduct an investigation which can become a fishing expedition," said Rep. Hank Johnson, D-Georgia.
Rep. Brad Miller, D-North Carolina said he believes there should be a way for the American public to raise issues about the conduct of their representatives in Washington.
But, he added, "Some of what the OCE has sent to the Ethics Committee was actually really flimsy. I mean, conduct that if you have any idea what the real world is like, you would know was not ethically questionable or if it is, everything that happens in politics is ethically questionable."
And if the accusation is referred to the Ethics Committee, Miller said that's "like torture" for lawmakers.
"It's like being charged with a crime," he said.
CNN's Joe Johns and Rahel Solomon contributed to this report
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I was dancing when he hit me.
I didn't — and still don't — know why.
All I know is that punch, that high school dance, changed my life.
I was in Grade 9, an honours student who was outgoing and had a lot of friends.
The hit changed all that.
I struggled, becoming obsessed with staying home where I felt comfortable and protected.
I stopped paying attention in school as I sat in class with shaking knees and a nervous stomach.
I sprinted home — a couple of miles, mostly uphill — after school each day. The thought of waiting for a bus made me sick with fear.
I stayed in my bedroom to avoid the anxiety of going to dances or movies with friends.
I'd play basketball or hockey only with the assurance my parents or older brothers would be there to pick me up.
My marks plummeted to the point where I passed Grade 9 only because the math teacher gave me a 50 I didn't deserve.
My circle of friends started shrinking, and although I managed to hide my anxiety from most of them, some guys I had known my whole life wondered what happened to me.
My parents, worried sick, did too.
My struggles lasted over the summer and throughout Grade 10.
It reached the point, or sunk to it, where driving in a car with my parents past a group of teenagers made me anxious.
I felt completely lost, knowing there was much more to adolescent life but too afraid to step out and find it.
My mother arranged for me to see a professional.
Karen listened, and slowly brought me out of my shell. She made me realize something simple but monumental — that I was OK.
It was some time during Grade 11 — after almost two years in a daze — before I started feeling enough confidence and courage to do more with friends, before things got better.
And they did get better.
At some point, I vowed to seize the day and enjoy life as much as possible.
I also promised never to let another person have so much control over me.
Fortunately, I ended up in journalism, an incredibly fulfilling and enjoyable profession.
Many times, I've pinched myself and shook my head in disbelief that they were paying me to tell stories.
Which brings me to why I'm telling this one — last week was National Bullying Awareness Week.
And, as someone who's been there, I want those who are being bullied at school, work or wherever to know something simple but monumental — you are OK.
There are better days ahead.
I also want them to know help and support are available.
Talk to your parents, teachers, doctor, or someone you trust and get the support you need.
And if you are a bully, just stop it. You'll never know the deep effect of your actions and words. Just let people dance.
Steve Bartlett is an editor with SaltWire Network. He wants to say thank-you to Karen. Reach him at email@example.com


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Sustainable, Edible Holiday House
"Not one piece of our structure will end up in landfill," says Smallworks president, Jake Fry. The gingerbread dwelling is fully sustainable and environmentally responsible with net zero impact on anything aside from your belly. "Every peppermint swirl, candy corn, and multi-coloured jujube will be stuffed into someone's gob, probably at the end of a huge holiday dinner."
Who hasn't decorated their dining table or sideboard during the festive period and wanted to fit in an extra miniature Christmas tree, shiny bauble, or even one more entire gingerbread house? Smallworks has launched this increased density action for better and more efficient space use for your holiday table. Designed to fit on a standard-sized, appropriately-zoned holiday decorating space, the Gingerbread Laneway House works as a stand-alone structure or an additional dwelling to the rear of your traditional Gingerbread House.
Founded 6 years ago, Smallworks is Vancouver's first and most established laneway house builder. They specialise in building small, beautiful homes and exceed the green building practices of Vancouver's Green Home program. Inspired by Smallworks' West House laneway house developed for the LiveCity site at the 2010 Olympics, this is their first foray into baked goods. The Gingerbread Laneway House was constructed by Kreation Artisan Cakes, experienced builders in fine gingerbread architecture.Metro Vancouver residents can visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/smallworks.homes between now and December 15 for a chance to win The Gingerbread Laneway House.
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Clinton Global Initiative Recognizes AEG for their Commitment to Action to
Create Farmers Field, Nation's First Carbon-Neutral NFL Stadium
New NFL stadium, event center and modernized Los Angeles Convention Center raise the bar forsustainable entertainment and business development in a major urban area.
NEW YORK — Sept. 20, 2011 —At the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Annual Meeting today, leading sports and entertainment presenters AEG were recognized by former President Bill Clinton for their Commitment to Action to invest $1 billion to build Farmers Field, a 72,000-seat, downtown Los Angeles football stadium and event center. As part of AEG's commitment, the Los Angeles-based organization is working with partners, including the U.S. Green Building Council and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), to ensure that Farmers Field will be the most environmentally sustainable stadium in the world and the first stadium in the NFL to be LEED certified.
"We are so proud to have a company in Los Angeles being honored by the Clinton Global Initiative for their proven track record of providing the most innovative solutions to environmental issues while also creating jobs and opportunities for the community," Mayor Villaraigosa said. "Their tireless commitment to innovative, environmental programs such AEG 1 EARTH has set the precedent for the sports and entertainment industry across the world to follow."
Through this Commitment to Action, AEG pledges to work closely with CGI to monitor environmental results and report back on progress. This comes on the heels of a bill passed by an overwhelming 80 percent majority of the California State Senate and Assembly that will require AEG to ensure that Farmers Field is 100 percent carbon neutral for all emissions generated from private automobile trips to and from the stadium and for Farmers Field to have the best ratio of fans to automobiles in all of the NFL. The stadium will prioritize on-site and local projects before purchasing carbon offsets to support local economic development while ensuring positive environmental and social impacts. In addition, as part of their Commitment to Action, AEG will go beyond legal requirements to achieve carbon neutrality for all emissions from energy consumption and mechanical operations of the stadium. Combining these commitments with additional measures, such as water conservation and robust waste and recycling programs, including the donation of durable goods and an in-house composting program, will create the nation's most comprehensive environmental program for an NFL stadium.
"The Clinton Global Initiative is a forum for visionary companies and leaders who are committed to designing a sustainable future for individuals, businesses and communities, by repurposing business methods and culture to solve critical global problems," said former President Bill Clinton. "AEG has proven to be the world's most environmentally conscious venue operators, and Farmers Field will be another true example of their mission to marry design, innovation, social responsibility and community engagement, resulting in a measurable impact for future generations. I commend AEG as a model socially responsible company that is the hallmark of CG
"Farmers Field will be an example of the next generation of sports and entertainment venues, where a world-class fan experience goes hand in hand with social and environmental responsibility," said Tim Leiweke, AEG president and CEO. "We have focused during the last four years on working with some of the most respected environmental organizations in the country to create a blueprint for the stadium and, through the AEG 1EARTH program, to create the most comprehensive environmental program in the sports and live entertainment industry. Our CGI Commitment to Action underscores AEG's dedication and accountability for making this vision a reality. We are honored to be recognized by President Clinton and this prestigious organization."
"Through Farmers Field, AEG is making the most environmentally responsible choice possible, with commitment beginning at the point of development," said S. Richard Fedrizzi, president, CEO and founding chairman, U.S. Green Building Council. "Investing in sustainable construction and weaving carbon and waste programs into the fabric of a venue, its operations and its surroundings creates the lowest impact on our environment and the greatest return for the company."
The Commitment to Action at CGI comes just weeks after the groundbreaking environmental components of the project helped garner the support of two of California's most respected environmental groups — the NRDC and the California League of Conservation Voters.
"NRDC applauds AEG's commitment operate the most energy efficient football stadium in the nation at Farmers field to develop a best-in-the-nation public transit infrastructure for fans and to offset the carbon emissions associated with all fan travel by cars and busses," said Allen Hershkowitz, PhD., senior scientist, Natural Resources Defense Council. "Given AEG's proven record as the worlds' greenest arena operators and their commitment to work with environmental and community groups in developing their plan, I have every confidence that this goal will be achieved."
…."Members of organizations across the city have come together to make Farmers Field a reality," said Los Angeles City Councilwoman Jan Perry. "We know that the entire city — even state — will benefit from the addition."
"Our focus locally lies not only on the environmental goals, but on the tens of thousands of jobs and tens of millions of economic benefits to the state," Speaker John A. Pérez said. "AEG has been able to generate an opportunity for economic development without sacrificing our environmental standards."
"The construction of a news sports arena and convention center will create thousands of jobs and be an economic boost for the City of Los Angeles, the region and the state," Senator Alex Padilla said. "Unlike other stadium projects, this one will be built without any public funds and be built to unprecedented environmental standards."
AEG's plan is both environmental and economic. It is estimated that Farmers Field construction will create 23,000 jobs, including 12,000 full-time jobs during the construction process and 11,000 more permanent jobs at the convention center. The Los Angeles Convention Center modernization and expansion and Farmers Field project is projected to generate more than $600 million in total economic activity, raising more than $40 million in new city, county and state tax revenues.
"With record unemployment above the national average, the creation of 23,000 middle-class jobs for construction and hotel workers, stage hands, grips and janitors is critical to Los Angeles," said Maria Elena Durazo, executive secretary-treasurer of the Los Angeles Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO. "Our top priority is to get men and women back to work in a good job."
More information and a complete look at the 2010 AEG 1EARTH sustainability report are available at http://www.aegworldwide.com/08_corporate/aeg1earth-report.html.
Photo courtesy WireImage/AEG (Left to Right: Steve Bing, Founder of Shangri-La Industries; Tim Leiweke, President & CEO, AEG; Former President Bill Clinton; Casey Wasserman, Chairman & CEO, Wasserman Media Group)
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text: Vaping is the new trend these days. A growing number of people are preferring vaping e-hookahs over smoking regular cigarettes. Vaping is totally different from smoking because the concentrates or the e-juice is heated rather than burned. Vaping produces water vapor rather than cigarette smoke and ash when you use vapesIt involves inhaling water vapor through an electronic hookah or a vaporiser. When users draw on the vaporiser, its atomiser heats the e-juice , and thereby generates inhalable vapor. A large number of people turn to vaping to kick their nicotine habit or to give up smoking harmful tobacco-filled cigarettes. Many users take up vaping as a hobby. The trend in which people are inhaling vapor from electronic hookahs and other vaping equipment is gaining more and more followers. It also has to be said that literally there are hundreds of available brands in the market place and the best vapes aout there are also suprisingly cheap vapes that are on sale.As Greg Conley, president of the Vaping Association, an advocacy group that educates the public and government officials about financial and public health benefits offered by vapor products; said, "There's more consumer awareness around vaping products, and the technology has so vastly improved in the past five years." Let's have a look at the various reasons why vaping is a better, healthy alternative to smoking:Vaping contains NO harmful chemicalsThe number of chemicals and carcinogenic compounds in cigarette smoke is around 4000 that include acetone, acrolein, carbon monoxide, isoprene, catechol, formaldehyde, hydroquinone, nitric oxide, pyridine and many more. All these chemicals are known to cause harmful effects on the body. While acetone is known to cause kidney and liver damage, carbon monoxide impacts heart and muscle function, phenol damages liver and central nervous system and so on. Whereas chemicals present in vapes include propylene glycol, vegetable glycerol and flavorings which don't cause any harm to the body. Basically, the vape juice itself is harmless.Vapor doesn't contain cancer causing chemicalsTobacco filled cigarette smoke contain chemicals that lead to various types of cancers including lung cancer, cancer of the pancreas, kidney, urinary bladder, mouth, and throat. Whereas the best vapes don't pose any health hazard because theu do not contain any tobacco and tar. Vaping an e-cig only generates vapor and delicious flavor. Nicotine is optional in vaporisersWhile regular cigarettes contain nicotine, the best vapes or vaporizers gives the users an option to choose from nicotine-free best e-juice or the one containing little or high amount of nicotine. Users have the option to choose the nicotine level according to their tastes and preferences. Vaporisers don't produce secondhand smokeAll the vaping equipment differs from regular tobacco-filled cigarettes in a way that there's no secondhand smoke associated with the actual vape juice.Secondhand smoke from regular cigarettes makes you prone to lung cancer and various other types of cancer. Besides it is also bad for your heart. Whereas vaporisers or cheap vapes don't produce any offensive secondhand smoke. Rather vaping generates only vapor that is harmless.Odorless vaporMoreover the best e-juice when you buy vapes is completely odorless. The smell from the vapor does not cling to clothes and hair at all. It gives users the freedom to vape an e-hookah anywhere.So you can see quite conclusively that people who buy vapes are not only helping themselves and others around them but also benefiting from lots of other advantages too.


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Promise Bound
Promise Bound
Anne Greenwood Brown
Calder and Lily never imagined falling in love would mean breaking apart. But ever since Lily started wearing a glass pendant that once belonged to Nadia, Calder's adoptive mother, she's been having vivid dreams of what life was like for the mermaid matriarch. In fact, she's been dreaming as if she were Nadia! And Nadia, it seems, made a promise before her death. A promise to reunite Calder's biological mother with her son. Lily knows merfolk are bound to keep their promises. Calder's not buying into it, though. He chalks up the dreams to stress. He wants Lily to focus on the future—their future, not the past. Which forces Lily to send Calder away. Calder goes, feeling rejected and more than a little tempted to revert to his hunting ways. What both of them overlook is the present: Calder's sisters, Maris and Pavati, are fighting for control of the mermaid clan, and now that Lily and her dad have transformed into mer-creatures, both mermaids vie for daughter and father as allies. Which of the two mermaids can be trusted? Will Lily make costly mistakes, forcing her to descend to the depths of Lake Superior? And if Calder returns, will he be the same merman Lily grew to love? The stakes are high, with many lives at risk, but Calder and Lily must confront the past as well as their darkest impulses if they want a chance at being together.
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Seafood is both a popular gourmet food and an important, healthy addition to the diet of many people around the world.
Seafood is both a popular gourmet food and an important, healthy addition to the diet of many people around the world. Oil-rich fish such as salmon, herring and mackerel contain Omega 3 fatty acids which have been shown to have beneficial effects on health "" for example in protecting against heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disorders and autoimmune disease.
So it is no wonder that seafood is becoming ever more popular, with consumption increasing a whopping 240 percent since 1960. According to the World Resources Institute, from 1960 to 1996, world fish production for human consumption increased from 27 million to 91 million tonnes. By 2010 the demand for fish, based on projected population growth, could reach 120 million tonnes a year.
Unfortunately, this increased popularity means that our oceans are being seriously over-fished. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations reports that of the world's commercially important marine fish stocks 47 percent are fully fished, 15 percent are over-exploited and 10 percent are depleted or slowly recovering. Unless action is taken, some of our favorite fish may disappear from the seafood counter altogether. And it's not just our supper that's at stake: over-fishing is damaging fishing industries and marine environments around the world.
The Marine Stewardship Council is taking action. MSC is an independent non-profit organization, which was established in 1997 by Unilever, the world's largest buyer of seafood, and WWF, the international conservation organization, to find a solution to the problem of over-fishing. In 1999, it became fully independent from both organizations and is now funded by a wide range of charitable foundations and corporations. It is based in London, England.
The MSC spent two years developing its environmental standard for sustainable and well-managed fisheries, consulting with scientists, fisheries experts, environmental organizations and other people with a strong interest in preserving fish stocks for the future.
Environmentally responsible fisheries management and practices are certified with the MSC's blue product eco-label, ensuring that the fishery meets the MSC's Principles and Criteria for Sustainable Fishing. That label enables consumers to know they are choosing seafood products that have been independently assessed against a range of environmental standards. The certification process can be a long and detailed one, with thorough scrutiny. Environment organizations, governments and others are allowed to object and further improve a fishery's performance. Certification is valid for five years and is subject to annual audits by an independent certification body to confirm that required improvements are being made.
So far, eleven fisheries have won MSC certification, most recently the Alaska pollock fishery. Others include Alaska salmon, Mexican Baja California Red Rock Lobster, New Zealand Hoki and Thames Herring. A full list, as well as distributor information and certification program details, is available on the MSC website at www.msc.org.
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Jamaica's Ricardo Gardner (green) hopes to prolong a legendary playing career. (Photo: Mexsport)
MIAMI --- Ricardo 'Bibi' Gardner has been there and done it all.
He enjoyed a successful professional career with English topflight outfit Bolton Wanderers for nearly 15 glorious years. He played for Jamaica at the 1998 World Cup in France, the glistening highlight of 99 all-time international appearances.
Now, at 35 years old, what more could Gardner possibly want from a football point of view?
Believe it or not, the football-mad Jamaican, even in the twilight of his playing days, has no intention to quit anytime soon. He just can't seem to let go. Not yet, at least.
"To be honest, it's just the love for the game that keeps me going, and every time I think about it, I realize I have had a great career in football and I think I could give it up in now, but when the time is right, I will announce when it's over," said the entertaining left-sided player. "But now I think I am in great shape and form and I wish to continue as longs as possible."
In August, Gardner was in the United States on trial with Major League Soccer's Real Salt Lake, underlining his determination to get back into the game.
It seems a lifetime ago since Gardner first left Jamaica as an 18-year-old for Bolton on what was a landmark £1 million transfer from Harbour View Football Club.
His mission is the same now as it was then.
"When I left Jamaica, the focus was not only to achieve just for myself, but to show those in England that talent is in Jamaica and that we have what it takes to go out there and represent ourselves and our country," he noted.
Getting a new club, Gardner shares, will be taking that very philosophy into extra time.
"I will be happy wherever a suitable opportunity comes from as long as I am going to enjoy it and it will be helpful not only for me but to help someone else to come through and to achieve their dream and that's the most important thing right now," he said.
Gardner's move to England in 1998, following a wonderful World Cup as a precocious 19-year-old in Rene Simoes' historic team, opened doors for many Jamaican-born footballers to follow their dream into the big time. And for that, he's particularly proud.
"I am very humbled to look back and see that I went there and not only represented myself but for others also who took those opportunities to better their careers and also their future financially," he beamed. "I think what we are seeing now just shows you that it's not impossible and that we can achieve even greater if we continue to give each other the support and continue to work hard and be disciplined."
The former national team captain last represented his country at the Caribbean Cup in December 2012. He was released by Bolton that same year after more than 400 matches for Wanderers. At the time of his departure, he was the second longest serving foreign player in the Premier League, behind Finnish teammate goalkeeper Jussi Jaaskelainen.


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CINCINNATI (AP) Ryan Ludwick left the Reds to see if there was a better deal available on the free agent market. He found at least one, but turned it down to stay with Cincinnati.
The left fielder signed a two-year, $15 million deal on Monday that includes a mutual option for the 2015 season. He agreed to the contract over the weekend and came for the formal announcement.
The 34-year-old outfielder batted .275 with 26 homers and 80 RBIs in 125 games last season, when he started 107 times in left field. After first baseman Joey Votto got hurt at midseason, Ludwick emerged as one of the team's most consistent run producers, helping the Reds win the NL Central for the second time in three years.
``I think ultimately I've always wanted to prove that one All-Star year wasn't a fluke and I can be an All-Star again,'' said Ludwick, an All-Star with St. Louis in 2008. ``The ultimate goal would be to win a World Series. That's one of the reasons I came back here. I think we have guys in place one through nine (in the batting order). We brought back pretty much the whole team.''
Ludwick hit three homers during the Reds' first-round loss to the San Francisco Giants in the playoffs.
He came to Cincinnati on a one-year, $2 million deal for 2012 that included a mutual option for 2013 at $5 million. Instead, he took a $500,000 buyout, interested in seeing what other teams would offer. General manager Walt Jocketty made an offer, then waited to see what Ludwick decided.
``He had several clubs chasing after him, two or three in particular that would have been attractive places,'' Jocketty said. ``At least one had more money on the table. I think it's a credit to Ryan that we tried to make a deal that was fair, that we felt comfortable with.''
Ludwick struggled in the first half of the season. When Votto needed knee surgery and missed 48 games, Ludwick became one of Cincinnati's top hitters, batting .340 with 12 homers and 36 RBIs while the first baseman recovered. Jocketty made keeping him a priority.
``He was a very important part of our success last year as a middle-of-the-order bat,'' Jocketty said. ``It was a bat we had to replace somehow, and I wanted Luddy back for a lot of reasons. I think he'll continue to do well in this ballpark and he'll continue to provide leadership with this ballclub.''
It's the Reds' second major deal in the offseason to keep their roster intact.
Closer Ryan Madson also exercised his contract option after the season and signed with the Angels. The Reds gave Jonathan Broxton a three-year, $21 million deal, which allows them to use him as the closer and move Aroldis Chapman back into the rotation. The Reds got Broxton in a trade from Kansas City in July, and he became a free agent after the season.


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It may sound dramatic, but new data reveals online-streaming radio commands a larger audience than the social media giant. And that could cause advertisers to give Internet radio—which includes the online streams of broadcast radio stations along with Web pure-play services—a more prominent place in their ad mix.
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As advertisers increase digital and social media marketing budgets, these stats bode well for broadcasters looking to monetize their online radio investments. Xappmedia notes that Internet radio offers advertisers advantages over Facebook and other digital ad options. Internet radio, for one, is a passive experience, played over a desktop or a smartphone while users continue other activities, such as driving or work. That affords advertisers opportunities to reach users throughout the day, even if they aren't actively interacting with the medium. Internet radio is increasingly a mobile play, with between 75% and 95% of listening coming on mobile devices, according to Triton and comScore estimates.
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Project's time line faces risks from separate work under way at the Defense and Energy departments.
Defense Department experts see a danger of delays in work on a key nuclear-bomb component under development at multiple federal agencies.
Preparation of the new B-61 gravity bomb "tail kit" is currently proceeding on schedule, but the project's time line faces "risks" from separate work under way at the Defense and Energy departments, according to the Pentagon's Systems Engineering office.
"Interdependencies" involving a range of activities at the two departments "present technical challenges and will require close attention and development," the Pentagon office said in a report last month.
The potential coordination hurdles threaten to bog down progress, says the annual assessment for fiscal 2013.
The developmental component for the bomb's tail section is intended to improve the accuracy of the B-61 bomb's forthcoming Mod 12 variant, which is now in its second year of development. The refurbished bomb would eventually stand in for several earlier versions, some of which are fielded at bases in several European countries.
Ultimately, the possible issues may cause the project to miss a goal date for entering full production, as well as a deadline for delivering the first completed tail kit, the document warns. Both goals were scheduled for 2019, the Pentagon said in a Selected Acquisition Report from December 2012.
The authors of last month's analysis added that a "limited number of developmental test flights" could complicate efforts to ensure that the tail kit meets reliability standards. Project managers are already "mitigating 11 risks related to schedule, performance, production, integration and cost," they noted.


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Book a flight to Budapest with Qatar Airways
Book a flight to Budapest with Qatar Airways and discover why Hungary's capital city is known as the 'Paris of the East'.Hungary's capital city attracts around 2.7 million visitors annually, largely due to its magnificent architecture and stylish art and music scene. It was home to prodigious 19th-century composer Franz Liszt. The two cities of Buda and Pest, divided by the River Danube, exhibit Viennese and Parisian influences, not only in their buildings but in their culture.
Budapest highlights
Take in the splendid architectural lines of Budapest's Royal Palace; hike or "funicular" your way to the top of Castle Hill for stunning views; then unwind in a thermal bath-house.
Tourist attractions
On any trip to Budapest, finding your way around the city is easy, and a casual strollis often the best way to get your bearings. If you are visiting for the first time, make your way to Castle Hill, where the city's most popular attractions can be found. The Royal Palace, built in the 14th century, has been renovated six times, and is currently home to the National Gallery.
Take the funicular railway to the top of the hill, or enjoy a leisurely climb to make the most of the scenery. One of the most awe-inspiring views can be found at Fisherman's Bastion, built in 1905. Take the tram or metro to Buda to explore Aquincum, once a thriving Roman city. Today, it is an open-air museum packed with paintings and mosaics, and is Budapest's largest Roman ruin.
Leisure activities
Bring your walking shoes when you travel to Budapest, as the city is best experienced on foot. Exploring the interior of the grand neogothic Parliament Building is only possible with a guided tour; plan an early start to ensure you get tickets.
The city is home to several museums, each of which offers its own glimpse of local history and culture. From the National Museum to Buda's Kassak Museum, which showcases modern Hungarian art, there are plenty of options for the curious traveller. Budapest's classical-music heritage is best experienced through visits to Bartok's House, the Liszt Museum and the Kodaly Museum.
Budapest has one of the world's oldest zoos, which is home to more than 800 animals. Sunny afternoons in the city are also a great time to wander around Varosliget Park or head for the popular Széchényi Thermal Bath for a swim or massage. The city has won a reputation as one of Europe's great spa destinations, with many of its bath-houses dating back to Turkish antiquity. In particular, the Art Nouveau-style Gellert Baths in Buda are considered one of the continent's finest. Here you can treat yourself to a thermal bath, sauna or refreshing massage after a day spent exploring the city.
Hungarians are very proud of their traditional cuisine, but outside influences can still be seen in many dishes. Most menu options are meat-based, with spices such as paprika featuring heavily. Local specialities include paprika (chicken in a mild, creamy, paprika sauce) and töltött káposzta (stuffed cabbage parcels, served with sour cream).
When it is time for dessert, you will find many Viennese influences in Hungarian sweets. The range of torta available in the city includes rigó jancsi (a light chocolate-cream cake) and gundel palacsinta, which is a pancake with a walnut filling and chocolate sauce.
Budapest is known for its pottery, Hungarian lace and linen, as well as the usual range of souvenirs. While it's common for visitors to shop in the city centre, prices there are higher than elsewhere. The Great Market Hall is a better option for an authentic experience. Here you will find Hungarian spices, snacks and souvenirs, and most vendors are open to a bit of haggling.
Vaci Utca (Vaci Street) is where international brands are concentrated, but it is also worth investigating the 5th District for souvenirs and home accessories from local designers.
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CAMP LEJEUNE� Six days before losing both of his legs to an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan, Cpl. Christian Brown performed actions under enemy fire that led to him being awarded the Silver Star last week.
CAMP LEJEUNE� Six days before losing both of his legs to an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan, Cpl. Christian Brown performed actions under enemy fire that led to him being awarded the Silver Star last week.
�It feels good to be home � I consider (Camp Lejeune) home,� Brown said after the ceremony. �... A lot of my younger Marines are here leading Marines, and I get to see a lot of myself in them. It�s humbling to be around the guys that can still serve.
�I wasn�t ready to take my uniform off.�
Brown was awarded the Silver Star on Friday for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity for his actions on Dec. 7, 2011, in Kajaki, Afghanistan. The award citation credits Brown for carrying a Marine casualty more than 300 meters under heavy volumes of enemy fire so the wounded Marine could be evacuated. Brown is the 42nd Marine to receive the Silver Star for heroic actions in Afghanistan.
�This is surreal,� said Brown. �It�s a great feeling. I�m surrounded by family, friends and all these great young men out here. I wouldn�t change it for the world.�
Although, he said, receiving the award is bittersweet.
�For anyone to get something like (the Silver Star) it usually takes something bad to happen,� Brown said. �And being a Marine thinking about things you ask how you could have done it better. ...I�m honored to have it, but at the end of the day, I was just doing my job and trying to bring my buddies home.�
It was truly an emotional day, said Brown�s mother, Lyn Braden-Reed.
�It means a lot of things to me,� said Braden-Reed, 46, of Munford, Tenn. �I�m extremely proud of him and I have been extremely proud of him his whole life so that hasn�t changed. It�s just incredible what Marines and all the service members do over there. For him to be recognized for going above and beyond � I couldn�t be more proud.�
Hearing the citation, she said the actions that unfolded that day are in her son�s character.
�He�s been a go-getter since he was a little boy,� Braden-Reed said. �If he sees something he is going to accomplish, he makes it happen. If his mission was to get his Marine out of there, he was going to do it and nothing was going to stop him.�
At the beginning of the ceremony, Braden-Reed watched her son stand up out of his wheelchair onto his prostheses and said he can do so because of his determination and drive. She also said it brought back painful memories of finding out her son was wounded.
�When you get that phone call, it�s the worst time in your life,� said Braden-Reed. �You don�t want to get that phone call. You dread that phone call from the minute they leave on deployment. You think that it�s possible, but in the back of your head, you say it�s not going to happen to him. It did happen to him. ...For him to come from where he was when he first got wounded to where he is now is just truly amazing, and I am beyond proud of everything he has accomplished.�
Brown was the second Camp Lejeune Marine to receive the Silver Star last week. Staff Sgt. Daniel Ridgeway was awarded the Silver Star last Tuesday for heroic actions in Afghanistan on June 18, 2011.
Brown said the reason he performed such heroic actions that December day is because you live, eat, breathe and sleep with these guys 24/7. They become extended family, Brown said.
�I�d do it even if I knew the outcome � if I knew the outcome was losing my legs,� he said. �... I would have to say I�d always do it all over again no matter what.�


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Cook the Book: 'The Nourished Kitchen' by Jennifer McGruther
When I think of "traditional foods," the first thing that comes to mind is real, fermented pickles. That and dense, seedy sourdough bread. But as I've learned from reading blogger and food educator Jennifer McGruther's informative new cookbook, The Nourished Kitchen, eating a traditional foods diet is about so much more than wild fermentation. In fact, I often eat this way without even trying—fruits, vegetables, high-quality dairy, and whole grains all play a big part. There's plenty of meat (head to tail) and animal fat as well; in other words, traditional foods include just about everything good.
McGruther's blog, also titled The Nourished Kitchen, has been around since 2007, and it's as much a community gathering place as it is a chronicle of her recipes and homesteading adventures. Her food is often very simple, relying on fresh ingredients that are inherently flavorful. Think carrots cooked in cream and spinach tossed in melted butter. Everything—from butter to broth—is made from scratch. As I had guessed before reading her book, McGruther does share several recipes for fermented fruits and vegetables, as well as a detailed look at sourdough baking. Grains that aren't soured are soaked to make them easier to digest.
While the book likely won't offer much of a challenge to anyone familiar with local scratch cooking, it would be a great title to gift anyone who's just starting out. The recipes are solid and accessible, and McGruther goes into welcome detail about more less-familiar (for many Americans) ingredients like lard and bone marrow.
This week, we'll sample a range of McGruther's traditional fare. We'll first churn our own cultured butter, saving the deliciously tangy buttermilk. We'll use that butter in a simple spinach and egg dish and the buttermilk in a tangy, herbaceous salad dressing. Later in the week, we'll bake salmon in cream and roll out a few trays of homemade dill-filled crackers.
Win 'The Nourished Kitchen'
Thanks to our friends at Ten Speed Press, we have five (5) copies of The Nourished Kitchen to give away this week. All you need to do for a chance to win a copy is to tell us about your favorite "traditional food" in the comments section below.
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Ingredients: Raw Coconut Sap Nectar grown without chemicals, perticeds, or herbicides
Nutritional Facts:Serving Size 1 Tbsp. (15ml), Servings per Container 24, Calories 55 Calories from Fat 0, Total Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Sodium 20mg (1% DV), Total Carbohydrate 13g (4% DV), Sugars 13g, Protein 0g, Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 0%. Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on 2,000 calorie diet.
Net wt: 12 fl oz
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Week of May 22
The Sun has stepped into Gemini and suddenly the world feels as if it is spinning faster. Gemini is known for its overarching sense of urgency. Like a hummingbird buzzing at the red flower, Geminis are usually in a constant swirl of activity. With a boundless well of curiosity and intrigue, the sign ruled by Mercury is never bored or stationary. You will recognize these people in a crowded room since they are the one�s who love to engage and express. Highly creative and productive, Gemini is the sign that rests on some of our most beloved musicians and artists. Even our current president shares this sign and we can clearly witness the trademark Gemini tendencies as he sends out early morning tweets. Twitter is the perfect vehicle for a Gemini. Short, quick, and to the point. This need for communication and stimulation are the benchmark characteristics of a Gemini. While the animated quality of a Gemini can be quite compelling, be aware of a tendency to be easily distracted. So quick are their minds that they rarely settle on any one subject before they are off to the next. Of course these are general attributes and not necessarily the case for all who share this sign.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Venus moves gradually into closer alignment with Uranus this week. Both planets are in Aries and together these two form a rather exciting pairing. Venus is considered benefic and harmonious, whereas Uranus tends to be erratic and electric. When they form a conjunction you might be the recipient of warm attention or at least welcome spontaneous fun.
TAURUS (April 2 -May 20): Responsibilities may be building up on your schedule this week. You may not mind and actually enjoy checking things off your list. Monetary matters may be a predominant theme that requires your diligence and attention, but you may welcome the challenge and seek to find the appropriate direction to resolve matters. Include institutional research in your quest.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21): As mentioned, Gemini will be in the spotlight this week. This powerful and engaging time may unfold with a lot of conversations, activities, and connections. This can be a favorable time for stating to merge with new business associates and put some time into your relationships. Express yourself creatively with your favorite modality.
CANCER (June 22-July 22): Things are looking up for you this week as conversations surrounding your career are highly likely. If you can harness this time to set up interviews and make connections via your network you may be surprised. As with any change there may be some heavy lifting at first, but it may get you what you want.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): An excellent time to broaden your horizons arrives this week. Whether you hit the road or sign up for a educational seminar, you may be pleased with how spontaneous and expansive you feel under these skies. Creative ventures may be time-consuming so bear that in mind, especially if working with co-workers. It may feel great to work.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This should be an excellent time to look into long-term investments and any type of financial instruments that might have a significant bearing on your home and family. You may be considering some home improvements for example that require loans or insurance matters. You may be very motivated to get some new working opportunities..
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Prepare for some pleasant surprises this week from your partner. With Venus in Aries opposing Libra you may be having a particularly easy time together. The balance and security you thrive on may appear in the form of a new friend or connection that has unusual benefits for you. Travel may provide that introduction.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may be in the midst of an expansive effort at your job this week. While that may involve taking on an extra role you may be pleased with the new challenge especially if budgetary or resource allocation is involved. You might be very motivated to seek out areas of financial investigation..
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Children and creativity may be the highlight of your week. What a wonderful combination to be a part of especially if you are taking steps towards doing something that displays responsibility and connection. In this capacity you may be in an excellent position to set a good example for those younger than you.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be on the cusp of a radical change in your daily life. Whether that means moving to a new residence or simply stepping into a new role at work, you may be eager to begin. Even though a change can be unsettling at times you may regard this with a much more positive attitude.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): This week may present you with an excellent opportunity to do some deep investigating, especially regarding philosophy, spirituality or other expansive practices. Travel may allow you to step into this arena and allow your awareness to broaden and deepen. This may spur a new-found creativity that draws out the best in you.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Much of your week may be spent focused on financial matters that involve large institutional organizations. You could be working towards obtaining outside support for one of your business ventures. Motivated and driven, you may be working towards changing a significant part of your life and that may include your primary domestic residence.
� Chris Flisher is a Boxborough-based astrologer, artist and host of �The Turning of The Wheel� on iTunes and other podcast outlets. To learn more, send email to firstname.lastname@example.com or visit chrisflisher.com.


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