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Education – the Bipolar Transistor – part two
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Hello readers
Today we continue with the second in a series of articles about the bipolar transistor. The first section is here. In this article we look at using the bipolar transistor as an amplifier. That is, change a very small alternating-current signal and make it larger, increasing the amplitude of the signal. Although originally it would seem to be rather simple, perhaps it is not. There are many, many ways to construct a transistor amplifier circuit, but I hope this introduction helps your basic understanding of the process.
When we used the transistor as a switch in part one, we were concerned about the amount of current that flowed between the base and the emitter – that it did not exceed the maximum rating for the particular transistor. When a transistor is allowing the most amount possible of current to flow, it is saturated – the point where the transistor cannot handle any more current. However, to use a transistor as an amplifier we need to bias the transistor so that it is passing current, but not saturated. The procedure of setting the output DC level is known as biasing. The procedure for biasing is outside the scope of this article, as there are many ways of constu
When selecting transistors one needs to take note of the hFE (DC current gain), as variations in this will require a complete recalculation of the values for the bias resistors. Even a common model such as the BC548 is available with hFE ranges between 110~520.
Consider the example schematic above. The transistor is not saturated, due to the bias being set by the two 10k ohm resistors, which drops the voltage over the base by around half. In this case with our 6V supply this drops to around 3V. When power is applied, the transistor is biased and allows a small amount of current to flow, but it still has a lot more current-handling capacity. In testing this example, without an input the base current Ib is 0.32 milliamps, and the collector current Ic is 19.9 milliamps . These amounts of current are known as the quiescent current values.
The purpose of the 0.1 uF capacitor is to block DC current and only allow AC current to flow. When the AC current passes through the 0.1 uF capacitor, it is combined with the DC quiescent current running through the base and rides the stronger current out of the emitter. At which point the 100 uF capacitor before the speaker stops the DC current and only allows the AC signal through to the speaker, but amplified. The level of amplification is dependent upon the gain of the transistor, and the amount of base current. Let's have a look at the behaviour of the current as it passes through the example circuit above:
At the end stage of the video clip we increased the input signal greatly. Did you notice the clipping at the output? This occurs when the voltage is too great for the transistor, and therefore it cannot pass the complete signal through to the emitter. In an audio signal situation, this will cause distortion. That is another reason to check the specification of the transistor against your requirements.
Moving along. You can also connect more than one transistor together to increase the amplification, for example:
The left half of the circuit above should be familiar. The 10uF capacitor at the bottom is to stop the DC current being passed through to the base of the BC548 transistor. The second transistor, the BC558 is a PNP transistor, and amplifies the signal at the collector of the BC548. Finally, the 1uF capacitor blocks the DC current from reaching the output. However in using two or more transistors in such a method, you need to ensure the emitter current rating of the second transistor is much higher, as the gain of two transistors is the product of the individual transistors' gain.
Question – Who makes the BC547 transistors sold by Little Bird Electronics?
As stated at the beginning, this is only an introduction. There are literally hundreds of thousands of pages of material written about the use of transistors, so don't stop here – experiment and do your own research and learning!
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Welcome to PWInsider.com's coverage of the 2008 Armageddon PPV, live from Buffalo, NY.
ECW champ Matt Hardy vs. Vladimir Kozlov (non-title)
They explained it was a personal issue and not for the title since Kozlov has never competed in an ECW ring. The fans chanted USA and Hardy's name early. Kozlov took over early with his power. Hardy pulled himself out of a move and tried for several pinfall attempts. Kozlov cut him off, throwing Hardy shoulder-first into the ringpost. He continued the assault on Hardy's shoulder with a series of headbutts to the shoulder and then a judo takedown into a keylock. Hardy tried to fight out but Kozlov caught him with a Fireman's Carry and then cinched in the keylock again. Hardy used several kicks to try and break free, but Kozlov powered him back to the mat. Kozlov nailed a DDT and went back to the keylock.
Hardy mounted a comeback with a high cross bodyblock off the apron to the floor and then the Side Effect but Kozlov kicked up. Hardy's attempt at the Twist of Fate was shoved off. Hardy came off the middle turnbuckle but was caught with a clothesline for a two count. Hardy kicked up and fought his way back into offense. He caught Kozlov in the corner with a series of punches but was shoved off. Hardy's face hit the metal that connects the turnbuckle to the ringpost. Dazed, Hardy was nailed by a chokeslam into a spinebuster for the pin.
Your winner, Vladimir Kozlov!
Hardy worked really hard to carry Kozlov.
Backstage, WWE champ Edge, Vickie Guerrero and Chavo Guerrero were watching the monitor. Edge noted that it's fitting that happened to Matt after his accusations and Vickie said it was karma. Edge left to get ready for his match. Chavo asked Vickie how they took out Jeff Hardy the night before Survivor Series. Guerrero got insulted and said she already told him they had nothing to do with it. She told Chavo to go get her a coffee and reiterated there was nothing to tell and they weren't involved.
Tonight's Text messaging gimmick is for fans to vote if Edge, Triple H, Kozlov or other attacked Jeff Hardy last night.
Backstage, Hornswoggle was messing with Eve Torres. Finlay apologized, but Hornswoggle hit her in the rear with the plastic shillelagh. Finlay asked his son to stay backstage so he could make sure he was safe tonight. Hornswoggle looked heartbroken.
WWE Intercontinental champ William Regal and Layla were introduced and sat at ringside for the tournament final, which Lilian Garcia erroneously called the "Intercontinental championship tournament final."
Rey Mysterio vs. CM Punk for a WWE Intercontinental championship shot.
As Punk came to the ring, they showed still photos of the Miz and Morrison winning the Tag Team titles last night in Hamilton, Ontario. I wish WWE had used the title shot to put over that you "never know" when something might happen, which is why every live event is important, but they missed the chance.
Punk and Rey shook hands at the bell. This is their first-ever singles bout, although they did face off in a Three-Way with the late Eddie Guerrero for IWA Mid-South in 2002. The announcers noted that Rey's arm wasn't taped up. They did some nice chain wrestling early. Punk shoulderblocked Rey down but Rey caught him in a pinfall combination for a two count. Rey set up Punk for the 619 but Punk caught him with an armdrag. Punk went for the GTS but Rey hit a Lucha style armdrag to escape. Punk sent Rey to the outside with a backdrop in front of Regal, then hit a dive to the floor.
Back inside the ring, Punk continued to work over Mysterio's back with body scissors. The announcers were really putting over the importance of the IC title. Punk began nailing roundhouse kicks on Rey. Rey caught him with a shoulderblock from the outside of the ring. He went to go to the top but Punk crotched him. While Rey was tied to the tree of woe, Punk caught him with several knees to the back. Rey moved and Punk hit the turnbuckles. Rey hit a moonsault press from the top for a two count.
Punk came back with a scoop powerslam for a two count. Punk locked on a Crowbar submission, going after Mysterio's arm and wrist based on when he "hurt" it while facing off with Mike Knox in the aisle a few weeks back. Rey tried to go for the ropes but Punk turned it into a crossface. Rey finally made it to the ropes, forcing a break. Mysterio comes back with a headscissors takedown, locking Punk into an armbar submission. Punk finally made it to the ropes.
Rey went to the apron as Punk recovered. He nailed a shoulderblock, then a missile dropkick. It knocked Punk out of the ring to the floor. Rey went to the top and nailed a dive off the turnbuckles to the floor. Mysterio hit a springboard Thesz Press. Michael Cole called it a senton. Someone should slap him every time he mis-calls a move. That would be worth $40.
Punk and Rey began battling in the middle of the ring. Punk missed the high knee. Rey charged but was caught and sent flying into the corner. Punk hit the high knee into the bulldog for a two count. They showed Regal believing it was the finish. The crowd was all over Regal, which sort of hurt the heat of the match. Mysterio caught Punk out of nowhere with a rollup, but Punk kicked up at the last second.
Mysterio missed the 619. Punk went for the GTS but Rey caught him with a hurancanrana. Punk landed in the ropes and Rey hit the 619. Punk avoided a springboard splash. Punk went to grab Rey but was caught with a crucifix for a two count. Rey caught Punk with a knee. Rey dove off the top for a rana but was caught on his shoulders. Punk maneuvered it into a GTS and scored the clean pin.
Your winner and top contender for the Intercontinental championship, CM Punk!
Really strong stuff here. The last few minutes was really good.
They said it appeared Punk may have broken Rey Mysterio's nose on the GTS and based on the replay and how it was bleeding, I wouldn't be shocked. Punk (who was cut on the nose as well) and Rey embraced. Regal applauded their efforts and smiled at Punk. Punk promised to nail him with the GTS.
The announcers really put over the legacy of the IC belt, so hopefully the company is serious about rehabbing the title.
Jeff Hardy cut a promo in a dark, secluded area. He said the last year, he was forced to look inward and ask himself if he was ready to change. He said it's easy to say Hardy is a screw-up who is ready to mess up again. He said that they were scared to see he was just human. He said that everyone tried to break him but Hardy promised he broke his own walls down. Hardy said he would answer all the questions about whether he has what it takes and if he's ready to change. He promised he is who is, Jeff Hardy, WWE champion. It was a really good promo.
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler noted it's been a rough year for Hardy and also for Shawn Michaels. We went to a video feature on the JBL vs. Michaels feud. How about we do this on a show I don't pay $40 for and instead give the undercard another 5-7 minutes to wrestle?
JBL came to the ring and said he'd like to introduce everyone to his newest employee Shawn Michaels. Michaels made his way to the ring, looking somber. Michaels took the mic and said the economy has hit "all of us hard" and he wasn't immune. Michaels said that he's heard everyone say that he was rich and a WWE Superstar on TV, so how could this happen to him? Michaels said he wishes that was true but when he came into money in his 20s, he spent big on houses, motorcycles and helped every High School friend who asked for it. He said when he hit his 30s, he paid for all of his surgeries himself because he didn't want to ask for a handout and be beholden to any one person or company. He said when he met his wife, he turned his life around and married her. He hired an investment firm to invest his money in the stock market and he gave to his churches and everyone who needed it, but then the bottom fell out. Michaels said that if it was 20 years ago, he wouldn't worry about it but the reality is, he doesn't know how much time he has left in the ring, but his family and relatives depend on him.
He said that is why he took JBL up on his offer. Michaels said he doesn't like JBL as he's smug, a bully and he finds him reprehensible, but "the man is very good financially and that's what I need right now." Michaels said he will put his kids through college and he won't allow his brother and sister to lose their houses. Michaels said everyone hears the stories about guys bragging groceries or limping into High School gyms, but he's not going to be a wrestling tragedy. Michaels said that if being considered a sellout is the price he has to pay, then so be it. He looked to be on the verge of tears. The crowd indeed chanted that he did. Michaels said that it wasn't something he wanted to do, but something he has to do.
JBL offered Michaels his hand and Michaels, after pausing, took it and shook it. JBL walked out of the ring as Michaels stood there looking like a broken man. It was a hell of a segment. Someone in WWE obviously saw "The Wrestler" and liked it, because they positioned it that Michaels basically didn't want to end up like Randy the Ram in the film, so he made a deal with the devil. I don't think anyone but Michaels could pull this one off.
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We're giving away one pie—the flavor is your choice—from the Cape Cod-based Centerville Pie Company.They sent me two pies to try at home: one chicken pie and one blueberry pie. They're delivered rock-solid frozen. (The chicken pies come with a container of gravy too.) When you're ready, you just pop in the over for about 90 minutes. We had the blueberry pie two weeks ago, à la mode of course. Everyone loved it. We made the chicken pie on Sunday night. Simple and delicious. Just chicken in a pie shell; no pesky vegetables. (Your toddler must might try it.)
To enter, tell me your favorite kind of pie, from fruit to kidney, in the comments below. They'll ship anywhere in the contiguous U.S. Giveaway ends Sunday at midnight ET. Be sure to include your email address so I can contact you if you win!
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Naked eBay Seller: Woman Accidentally Reveals Too Much in Photo, Dress Sells for $250,000 (VIDEO)
A woman has been labeled the "naked eBay seller" after accidentally including herself in a photo she was taking of a dress she was trying to sell on popular auction website eBay.
News of the accident has spread across the Internet and it has been found that the woman comes from Oxfordshire in England. The so-called "naked eBay seller" uploaded a dress she wanted to auction with the title, "ASOS yellow Skater Dress 10," asking for an opening bid of £15.99, which is about US $25.
The photo attached with the description of the dress shows the yellow dress hanging on the back of a door.
However, to the side of the dress is a mirror, which shows the woman taking the photo with her cell phone - seemingly unaware that she has been included in the photo, and not prepared to show herself off publicly.
The woman has since posted the following comments after realizing her mistake: "It's so embarrassing. It is such a dizzy, stupid thing to do and now the whole world's seen me in the nude.
"I put it on eBay last Saturday morning and realized straight away so ended the sale. But what I didn't realize was that people could still it on the site.
"I reported it to eBay and they took it down, but by then it had gone viral. My boyfriend Andy thinks the whole thing is hilarious," the nude eBay seller said about the matter."
Others, however, have claimed the entire incident was just a publicity stunt to bring attention to the auction. Certainly a lot more people viewed the auction than ordinarily would due to the publicity surrounding the photo.
But the effort may have backfired as it appears some fraudulent bids were made, and the dress eventually "sold" for £153, 911 which is about US $245,000.


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Distributed Energy Resources with Combined Heat and Power Applications. Berkeley: LBNL, 2003. LBNL-52718..
"Distributed Energy Resources On-Site Optimization for Commercial Buildings with Electric and Thermal Storage Technologies." 2008 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings, Scaling Up: Building Tomorrow's Solutions, August 17-22, 2008. Pacific Grove, CA: LBNL, 2008. LBNL-293E..
Distributed Energy Resource Optimization Using a Software as Service (SaaS) Approach at the University of California, Davis Campus. Berkeley: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 2011. LBNL-4285E..
"Customer Adoption of Small-Scale On-Site Power Generation." European Council for an Energy Efficient Economy Summer Study 2001. Mandelieu, France: LBNL, 2001. LBNL-47896..
"The CO2 Reduction Potential of Combined Heat and Power in California's Commercial Buildings." Clean Tech Law & Business Journal (2010) 16. LBNL-2850E..
The CO2 Abatement Potential of California's Mid-Sized Commercial Buildings. Berkeley: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 2010. LBNL-3024E..
"Control of Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Optimal DER Technology Investment and Energy Management in Zero-Net-Energy Buildings." European Transactions on Electrical Power 21.2 (2010) 1291-1309. LBNL-2692E..
"Control of Carbon Emissions in Zero-Net-Energy Buildings by Optimal Technology Investments in Smart Energy Systems and Demand-Side-Management." 32nd IAEE International Conference, Energy, Economy, Environment: The Global View. June 21-24, 2009. Grand Hyatt Hotel, San Francisco, 2009..
CERTS Customer Adoption Model. Berkeley: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 2001. LBNL-47772..
"Auswirkungen einer CO2-Steuer auf Dezentrale Energieversorgungsunternehmen mit Kraft-Wärme-Kopplung und deren Interaktion mit dem Verteilnetz, analysiert am Beispiel eines städtischen Mikronetzes." Energiegespräche, September 24, 2002. Technischen Museum, Vienna, 2002..
"Applications of Optimal Building Energy System Selection and Operation." Institution of Mechanical Engineers Journal of Power and Energy Special Issue (2013). LBNL-6302E..
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Ancillary Services Markets in California. Berkeley: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1999. LBNL-43986..
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Here's one of many photographs in my collection of people that I do not know. Most of the photographs were inherited from my grandparents or belong to my parents.
This particular photograph is undated and there is nothing written on the back of the image to give me any clue. It is printed on a post card and bears the name of Vales Studio, 72 Church Bank, Bradford.
So what can I tell from the image?
Well going by her hairstyle and dress I think it is probably 1920's.
It looks to me as though the young woman is trying to keep up with fashion in what is probably a home made "flapper" style dress. I think the dress is home made because the hem does not look very professionally finished – if you can see what I mean.
I also think that she doesn't look very relaxed and perhaps wants to scoot behind the curtain as soon as she can!!


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Jagr, Malhotra and Moore named Masterton finalistsNHL.com @NHLdotcom
NEW YORK -- Jaromir Jagr of the New Jersey Devils, Manny Malhotra of the Carolina Hurricanes and Dominic Moore of the New York Rangers are the three finalists for the 2013-14 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, which is awarded "to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey," the National Hockey League announced today.
A $2,500 grant from the Professional Hockey Writers' Association (PHWA) is awarded annually to the Bill Masterton Scholarship Fund, based in Bloomington, Minn., in the name of the Masterton Trophy winner.
The local chapters of the PHWA submitted nominations for the Masterton Trophy at the conclusion of the regular season and the top three vote-getters were designated as finalists. The winner will be announced Tuesday, June 24, during the 2014 NHL Awards from Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas. The 2014 NHL Awards will be broadcast by NBCSN in the United States and CBC in Canada.
Following are the finalists for the Masterton Trophy, in alphabetical order:
Jaromir Jagr, New Jersey Devils
Jagr's unwavering dedication to the game has allowed him to continue playing at high level when most players his age are retired. The Devils named the 42-year-old right wing team MVP in 2013-14 after he led the club in assists (43), points (67), plus-minus (+16), game-winning goals (six) and shots (231). Admired throughout the League for his rigorous training regimen, Jagr credits working hard in practices to avoiding fatigue, allowing him to stay fresh and maintain an advantage over opponents late in games.
Manny Malhotra, Carolina Hurricanes
Malhotra, 33, was the Vancouver Canucks' Masterton nominee in 2011-12 after returning from a serious eye injury suffered the season before. Refusing to believe his NHL career was over last fall, Malhotra signed a professional tryout agreement with the Charlotte Checkers, Carolina's American Hockey League affiliate, on Oct. 3 and signed as a free agent with the Hurricanes four weeks later. He appeared in 69 regular-season games, assumed a leadership role in serving as an alternate captain and ranked second among all NHL players in face-off percentage (59.4%).
Dominic Moore, New York Rangers
Moore, 33, returned to the NHL this season after taking a leave of absence from the League in the spring of 2012 in order to care for his wife, Katie, after she had been diagnosed with a rare form of liver cancer. Katie passed away at the age of 32 in January of 2013. Moore thereafter established the Katie Moore Foundation (katiemoore.org), dedicated to helping patients and families with rare cancers through research, advocacy and community. He resumed his career as an integral part of a Rangers team that earned 96 points and a second-place finish in the Metropolitan Division.
The trophy was presented by the NHL Writers' Association in 1968 to commemorate the late Bill Masterton, a player with the Minnesota North Stars who exhibited to a high degree the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey and who died on January 15, 1968.
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A full line up of presenters and entertainment, as well as information on official 2014 NHL Awards travel packages, will be announced in the coming months. Fans can enter for a chance to win a trip to the 2014 NHL Awards. Full details are available at www.NHL.com/Vegas. Tweet about the event using the official hashtag #NHLAwards.


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What Women Really Want for Valentine's Day
Okay guys, I'm going to help you out and let you in on the secret of what it is that women really want from you for Valentine's Day. This list might seem quite simple, but it's meant to help keep you out of the doghouse on this most romantic of holidays. So, take my advice and you will be pleasantly surprised at how your Valentine's Day turns out.
You, without your phone
Nothing makes us more mad than trying to have a conversation with you, and you're messing with your phone. This is very annoying and makes us want to grab your phone and throw it across the room where it hits the wall and breaks into a million glorious pieces.
Chocolate and jewelry
I know it is totally cliché, but it is totally true. Women love shiny things and rich dark chocolate. We aren't that complicated, no matter what you guys might think.
One-on-one time
There is a reason you two picked each other. There's nothing like a little time together to help you remember why you got together in the first place.
Get out of town
This is especially true if your lovely lady is also a mother. There is nothing she would appreciate more than to get out of the house where there is always something to cook or clean, and go somewhere where there is nothing that has to be done, and it's quiet too.
You to cook
There is nothing sexier than a man in an apron. We love it when you guys cook. The best part about it is that it doesn't matter what you make, as long as you put in some kind of effort, you will make our day.


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December 5, 2011 (Game 24, Home Game 10)
Madison Square Garden – New York, New York
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Team Notes:
– The Rangers were defeated by the Toronto Maple Leafs, 4-2, tonight at Madison Square Garden to end their home winning streak at seven games, and their overall winning streak at five. The Blueshirts are 12-3-0 in their last 15 games.
– New York is now 15-6-3 (33 pts) on the season, including a 7-2-1 record at home. Despite the loss, the Rangers still have the fewest regulation losses in the NHL.
– The Blueshirts tallied one goal in five power play opportunities (7:41), and are now 6-24 (25.0%) with the man advantage in their last six games. New York has also notched a power play goal in six straight home games (7-31, 22.6% over the span).
– The Rangers out-hit the Maple Leafs, 41-27, and now rank third in the league with 646 hits on the season.
– New York won 39-60 face-offs (57%) in the contest, and now ranks eighth in the NHL with a 51.6 faceoff winning percentage on the season.
Player Notes:
– Artem Anisimov notched a goal and tied for the game-high with seven shots on goal to earn second star honors. The seven shots on goal tied his career-high. Anisimov extended his point streak to three games (two goals, two assists over the span), and has now tallied 12 points (three goals, nine assists) in the last 13 games.
– Marian Gaborik tallied a power play goal and logged 23:19 of ice time in the contest. He has registered five points (three goals, two assists) in the last four games, and is now four goals shy of 300 NHL career goals.
– Michael Del Zotto recorded an assist, tied for the game-high with a season-high, seven hits, and was credited with three blocked shots in 25:03 of ice time. He has now tallied four assists in the last five games.
– Derek Stepan registered the primary assist on Gaborik's power play goal, and was credited with four hits in a season-high, 21:26 of ice time. Stepan now has an assist/point in each of the last three games (one goal, three assists over the span), and has tallied 15 points (five goals, 10 assists) in the last 16 contests.
– Brad Richards tallied a power play assist to extend his point streak to six games (four goals, six assists over the span), and won a game-high, 18-29 face-offs (62%). Richards' six-game point streak is the longest by a Ranger so far this season. He has recorded 18 points (nine goals, nine assists) in the last 16 games.
– Brandon Prust recorded one assist and was credited with two hits in 9:18 of ice time. Prust, who was assessed a fighting major at 2:05 of the first period, is now tied for second in the NHL with eight fighting majors on the season.
– Henrik Lundqvist stopped 26 of 29 shots, and is now 11-5-3 overall with a 5-2-1 record at home. The loss ended his personal four-game winning streak.
– Ryan Callahan tied for the game-high with a season-high, seven hits, and led all forwards with a career-high, 25:08 of ice time. Entering tonight's contest, Callahan was tied for 13th in the NHL with 72 hits.
Post-Game Quotes:
– Henrik Lundqvist on tonight's game…
"We didn't get going until the second half. You could see after the (Rangers) first goal we gained some momentum. It just shows how a game can change from a shift or a goal. They looked like they had everything under control after the third one and we came back and had some big chances in the end, but it wasn't our night tonight."
– Dan Girardi on making a comeback…
"That's been a staple of our team this year – not giving up or giving in. We had a tough start there down three goals but we popped a couple quick there and had a chance to tie in the third period but just couldn't get that last one and it was kind of tough."
Team Schedule:
– The Blueshirts have a scheduled off-day tomorrow, December 6. The Rangers' next practice is scheduled for Wednesday, December 7, at 11:00 a.m. at the MSG Training Center. (schedule subject to change)
The Rangers will return to action when they face-off against the
Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday, December 8, at Madison Square
Garden (7:00 p.m.), in the first of three games in four days. The
game will be televised live on MSG Network and can be heard on
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A girl can't help but notice the continuously growing popularity in the art of "self-tanning," especially when that girl is whiter than a glass of milk like myself and is relentlessly surrounded by leather faced Jersey Shore people or Toddlers and Tiaras, where even a child is considered less attractive without a tan. Don't get me wrong, if that's your thing then all the power to you but as a pale lady I just don't see the appeal. Whether your spraying or using the beds, indoor tanning has become a multi-billion dollar industry with people paying top dollar to fight the signs of "white" as if it's a bad as having a pimple on your nose or whiskers on your chin. Having joined a gym last year that had tanning beds available to members, I got a better insight to the use and effect of these particular beauty regimes. Tall, short, skinny, chubby, all sorts of girls oil up and lay down in a bed of UV light to fight the onset of pale skin and get tanned. It's a year round endeavor too; girls don't get a break just because it's the dead of winter. Let's face it, there's nothing very subtle about an bronze person when there's snow on the ground. Putting aside all the health risks involved with tanning beds (which there are so many of), I can't help but ask myself, is this really what looks good to our society now? A natural sun kissed tan is one thing but it feels as though it's been taken to a whole new level where orange is the new tan. I know that women are not the only guilty ones here and men have fallen into the trend trap but being a girl, I want to focus on our point of view and self-esteem levels. Girls can become so addicted they'll crisp their skin to the point of looking like they rolled around in a bag of Doritos. My girl Anne Hathaway knows what I'm talking about:
Anne had to get an over-the-top spray tan for the film, "Bride Wars" when her character was approaching her wedding day and didn't want to dare face it pale skinned. My god, what could be worse?! I've heard from several people, "You're so pale!" as if this is some kind of curse. I've been asked, "What's wrong, do you burn when you try to tan or something?" Of course, my first thoughts are insecure in nature and a want to fix this problem I didn't even realize I had but that's rarely ever the right answer to our self esteem issues. The answer is simply no, I'm pale because I'm pale. I purposely don't over-expose my largest organ to the cancer causing, wrinkle inducing, orange emitting rays of the fireball in the sky (or the gym for that matter). My point here isn't to slander tanning, like I said, if you enjoy it then it's your choice to make and I completely respect that. My real question is, what's wrong with rocking a naturally milky skin tone? Why is that such a bad thing that deserves questioning?
So in the spirit of a wonderfully feminine and porcelain beauty, I wanted to showcase some famous folks who are pulling off the "alabaster lady" look flawlessly while bringing sexy back to all us disgraced pale girls:
Amanda Seyfried
Helena Bonham Carter
Florence Welch
Naomi Watts
Liv Tyler
Renee Zellweger
Bryce Dallas Howard
Scarlett Johansson
Dita Von Teese
Nicole Kidman
Gwen Stefani
Anne Hathaway
Anna Paquin
Rachel McAdams
Cate Blanchett
Dakota Fanning
"I say this to every young person I know. Stay out of the sun! I have very fair skin and it would have been super-damaged. I always wear sunscreen and I walk on the shady side of the street" –Julianne Moore
Believe me that none of this is being said in mean spirits but rather in a celebration of all kinds of beauty. Ivory or olive, it's important to own your beauty for yourself and not change or put yourself in potential harms way because someone said something insensitive about your appearance like your skin was blinding them (yes, I've heard that one before too!) No matter what others may see as a flaw, you are beautiful so bring out your inner feminist and show your beauty however you choose to.
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Accommodation is one of the biggest fixed costs travelers have and reducing that cost can lead to big savings! I'm sure many backpackers would sleep in a barn if it was the cheapest accommodation they could find!
No matter what your accommodation tastes may be, one thing everyone has in common is that no one wants to pay a fortune for it. In fact, one of the best ways to take a cheap holiday is to cut down on accommodation costs. Since you have to stay somewhere every night, reducing this expense can save you a lot of money off the total cost of your trip. Next to finding a cheap flight, finding free or inexpensive lodging will have the biggest impact on your budget.
Luckily, there are a number of ways travelers can find a decent place to stay without forking over their entire vacation fund:
Hospitality Exchanges
One of the best ways to get free accommodation is by staying with someone who lives where you're going. Stay with a local who will give you a free place to rest your head, local information, and someone to hang out with! There are a few websites that make this happen:
Global Freeloaders
Hospitality Club
Couchsurfing is my favorite. The goal of the site is to help travelers not only save money on accommodation but also learn about the local culture by being able to stay and interact with a local.
I use this site all the time, and I think it's one of the greatest things to happen in travel. While I love the fact I can get out of hostels and hotels and save money, what draws me to the site over and over again is that I get to see the local side of a city. I get taken to parties, and restaurants, and sites that aren't in any guidebook.
A lot of times, people are scared to couchsurf because they wonder if it's safe. I was nervous about it at first, too. There you are, in a new city, with all your stuff — in a stranger's home. What if they try to murder you in your sleep? What if they steal your stuff? However, I've found that people who are willing to open their homes to strangers tend to be very open-minded people, and are also usually former travelers. They know what you are going through. They want to help. Couchsurfing is aware of this and take many steps to provide security. It offers various levels of verification and allows users to rate and leave comments on people's profiles.
When I am looking for a Couchsurfing host, I use the following criteria:
- There has to be a picture with the profile. This just shows me that it's a real person.
- The profile has to be filled out –It shows they are interested and involved. Most people aren't going to spend the time to fill this out if they aren't going to be comfortable with strangers in their home. If someone hasn't bothered to fill out the profile, they probably don't use the site and I simply move on.
- They should have reviews –If other people have stayed with or have at least traveled with the host and had a good experience, you and your stuff will probably be fine. You might not get along with the host but at least you know they aren't a creep. The more positive reviews, the better.
- Verification helps –Couchsurfing offers different levels of verification. People can be verified by other travelers, with a mailing address, or with a credit card. Knowing that a person has been verified reduces the likelihood that they are going to be a crazy psycho killer. However, if someone isn't verified but has a lot of reviews, that's O.K. with me.
No matter what, you need to use your own judgment but I haven't heard of any really badcouchsurfing experiences, besides the host being a jerk or a little anti-social. Usually, you end up talking with hosts over e-mail to get a feel for them and what they expect. If it doesn't seem right, don't do it! But once you couchsurf for the first time, you see that it really isn't that bad. If you do it frequently, you'll end up saving hundreds upon hundreds of dollars on accommodation and making friends around the world.
Hostels are another option for budget travelers. In hostels, rooms are dormitory-style with all the facilities shared. Many people think of hostels as a "young thing" and are not interested in sleeping in a dormitory. Yet people do not often realize that many hostels offer small rooms, singles, and doubles designed for solo travelers or couples. I have met people in hostels in their 50s and 60s. The myth they are dirty, gross places to stay designed for young people is wrong. Many hostels offer more amenities than hotels, the new ones are really clean, and as young people expect more comfort, hostels are cleaning up their ways. These aren't the hostels you see in movies.
I think hostel dorms are the best value for budget travelers. The bigger the room, the cheaper the cost. Yes, you have to share a room with a lot of people, but if you are on a budget, it is your best way to save money. If you are traveling in a group, you could get one of the dorms for your entire group and not have to share with strangers.
While many hostels are geared toward young travelers, and set age limits, some of the bigger international chains such as YHA and Hostelling International focus more on older or group travelers. But I've seen families, tour groups, and older travelers in hostels all over the world. A hostel is really for anyone who wants to meet other travelers, regardless of age.
Hostels are safe, secure, and cheap. Don't overlook them — even if you're not part of the young backpacker set.
My favorite hostel booking website is Hostelworld. They have the best inventory, deals, and interface.
Home Exchange
Another good way to get cheap accommodation is a home exchange program. This probably works best for older travelers who already own a home. These programs have been around for a long time but are growing in popularity due to good marketing and word-of-mouth on the Internet. Home exchanges are just like they sound — for a set amount of time, you swap homes with a family from another country. It's a great way to live cheaply abroad.
Most people don't do this because they worry about security — but remember that the other family is trusting you with their home, too. Sites that facilitate home exchanges usually have various levels of verification and security similar to Couchsurfing. Families talk to each other over phone and e-mail, and there's no commitment if you find that it's not right for you. Most people who do this are like-minded, so the chances of something going wrong are slim. Moreover, the family sends a few people to check up on you when you arrive. You can get all the comforts of home (hot water, laundry, etc.) while in another city, without paying for it.
For more information on home exchange, check out Home Exchange. This website was featured in the movie "The Holiday," which did a lot to alleviate people's fears over home exchange and bring this travel option into the mainstream. Some of the other home exchange websites are: Seniors Home Exchange, IHEN, and Home for Exchange.
If swapping homes isn't your thing, then consider house-sitting as an alternative. In exchange for watching and cleaning someone's home while they are away, you'll get a place to stay in the area you are visiting. Good house-sitting sites include: Mind My House, House Carers, Luxury House Sitting
Short Term Rentals
Similar to home exchanges, rentals allow people to stay in furnished apartments while traveling. These apartments can sometimes be cheaper than hotels and provide many more amenities. They are great if you plan to spend a week or more in one place. You'll get all the comforts of home without spending a fortune.
You can find a lot of rentals in Europe and Australia, where apartments tend to be rented on a week-by-week basis. These apartments are a nice bridge between a hostel and hotel, though they can get a bit expensive if you are a solo traveler. They are roughly double the cost (if not more) than a hostel dorm room. However, if you are part of a group or a couple and are looking for a respite from the dorms and hordes of travelers but don't want a hotel room, this is your ideal accommodation option. Another reason to use this method? You get a kitchen, allowing you to cook and reduce your food costs.
Farm Stays
Want to live on a farm but not work like you would with WWOOFing? Try a farm stay. Farm stays allow you to stay on working farms, learn how a farm works, possibly get involved in the workings of the farm (milk that cow!), and enjoy a number of organized outdoor activities. Facilities range from basic camping to luxury rooms depending on the farm, but in general it's like you're staying at a bed and breakfast. Prices vary widely depending on where you are in the world but generally, expect to pay the price of a budget hotel (so at least $40 USD per night).
Here's a list of resources to find a farm stay:
Monastery Stays
Want something totally off the beaten track? Stay in a monastery. Accommodation in these monasteries is often very spartan, containing no more than a bed and desk, with simple meals prepared by the monks and nuns. Monasteries are very family-friendly and quiet (most also have curfews). While many monasteries cost at least $50 USD a night per person (many have dorms for half that price), most simply ask for donations or are free, making them an amazing budget option too.
The next time you head out on the road, consider one these options to lower your accommodation costs. Get out of the hotel mindset! They will help you reduce your expenses, freeing up more money so you can do activities, eat out, drink more, and overall, experience the destination you saved so long to visit.


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Game 80: Tampa Bay at Toronto pregame
The Blue Jays' lineup wasn't drastically different on Wednesday morning, but manager Cito Gaston did make some noticeable alterations to the local nine.
First and foremost, slumping center fielder Vernon Wells was out of the lineup, given a day off to "clear his head" as Cito put it. Come Friday in New York, Wells will be back in the lineup, Gaston just isn't sure where he'll be batting.
"I'll think about it," Gaston said. "Give me a couple days to think about it and I'll see what I can come up with."
We chatted some with Wells, who once again said he's as frustrated now as he has been at any point in his career. Asked if about potentially being dropped lower in the order by Gaston, Wells shrugged and had this to say:
"Unfortunately, I haven't given him a choice," Wells said. "If you swing the bat, you're going to be in the position where you're supposed to be. If you're not, you're going to be put in a different position. That's part of this game and that's something that, if you're moved, you've got to try to prove that you need to be back in that position.
"It puts it right back on your shoulders and you've got to go out and start swinging the bat better and get back to where you're used to."
Gaston also shifted left fielder Adam Lind to the third spot of the order — a place previously occupied first by Alex Rios and then by Wells. Rios has struggled and is now batting seventh. Wells will likely be batting fifth or sixth when the Jays open a four-game set against the Yankees on Friday.
"You wouldn't want him hitting ninth or anything like that," Gaston said. "I think you have to put him somewhere that certainly he's not embarrassed or you just put him so low that he's not getting enough at-bats either. He's a guy that we need. We need him to hit."
Going forward, Gaston said that Lind will continue to bat third for the Jays. Shortstop Marco Scutaro and second baseman Aaron Hill won't be moved out of the Nos. 1-2 spots any time soon, and third baseman Scott Rolen has performed well as the cleanup hitter. Everthing else is up for debate right now.
Today's lineups:
Third place AL East, 4.0 GB
1. B.J. Upton, CF
2. Carl Crawford, LF
3. Evan Longoria, 3B
4. Carlos Pena, 1B
5. Ben Zobrist, 2B
6. Pat Burrell, DH
7. Jason Bartlett, SS
8. Gabe Kapler, RF
9. Michel Hernandez, C
Starter: RHP James Shields (6-5, 3.41)
Fourth place AL East, 7.0 GB
1. Marco Scutaro, SS
2. Aaron Hill, 2B
3. Adam Lind, LF
4. Scott Rolen, 3B
5. Lyle Overbay, 1B
6. Kevin Millar, DG
7. Alex Rios, RF
8. Rod Barajas, C
9. Jose Bautista, RF
Starter: LHP Ricky Romero (5-3, 3.20)
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Hey guys I was wondering if anyone has heard anything about David Purcey since he went down? Is he still a possible call up because he had to have been better than Brian Burres, Bobby Ray etc.
I was also wondering about him recently…maybe that's a question you can put into Jordan's mailbag
what did you guys think of the uniforms yesterday ? I personally loved them and thought they looked really good. Here's hoping they use them next year as a third jersey.
I really liked them too…… it would be funny to have red jerseys for the blue jays, but they looked great.
I'm wondering what people think of Vernon Wells, I hate to bash the guy to the end of the earth, but I like what the team looks like without him, e.g. Rios in centre.


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The 2013 edition of the Central Connecticut men's soccer team begins preseason camp on Friday, and head coach Shaun Green, entering his 29th season with the Blue Devils, will welcome 11 new players to the squad this season.
The Blue Devils were picked to finish second in the Northeast Conference in the preseason poll of the league's head coaches. Central was 8-8-2 overall in 2012 and finished 6-3-1 in NEC action.
CCSU Men's Soccer 2013 Roster
Here is a list of the newcomers who will join CCSU this season:
Conor Qualter
Qualter hails from York, England. The 6-2 defender played for the Leeds United Youth Academy and represented the Republic of Ireland on the Under 19 Youth National Team. Qualter played for the Leeds United from age 11 to 18. He was also head scholar and captain of the youth team.
"Conor is a very experienced defender who has played at the highest levels of youth soccer in England. He is a dominant, aggressive player who is good in the air and strong in the tackle. He is a verbal leader on the field and we will look to him immediately to control our defense. He is a top class player and we are extremely fortunate that he has chosen CCSU to continue his soccer career and education." - Head Coach Shaun Green
James Randall
Randall is a dynamic goal scorer from Devon, England. He played for the Notts County FC Youth Academy. Randall was the Player of the Year for Hook & Chessington United in the 2003-04 season, Player of the Year for West Hill Wasps FC in the 2004-05 season and Player of the Year for Sainsbury's PLC in the 2007-08 season.
"James is a top quality forward who will make an immediate impact in our forward line. He possess great speed and understanding of attacking play. He is a great finisher and plays extremely well with his back to goal. We feel very fortunate James chose CCSU and look forward to seeing James in a Blue Devil shirt this season. He will be an exciting player in the NEC this season." - Head Coach Shaun Green
Keir Hannity
Hannity is from Sheffield, England and is a versatile player who can play in midfield or on defense. He is a transfer from Lancaster University and will pursue a master's degree at Central. Hannity is also the cousin of former CCSU All-American, Thomas Obasi.
"Keir is a great signing for us because he is such a versatile and talented player. He can play in many positions due to his athletic ability and skill. Keir is a mature student who will bring leadership and experience to our young team." - Head Coach Shaun Green
Zach Zurita
Zurita is a transfer from Monmouth University and hails from Stamford, CT. He was awarded the "Golden Boot" in this summer's Super-20 League Championship held in Bradenton, FL. He scored four goals in three games for Beachside FC. Zurita was the 2011-12 Gatorade Connecticut Soccer Player of the Year, Connecticut Soccer Coaches Association Player of the Year and a high School All-American. Zurita is the leading scorer in Bunnell High School history, registering 96 goals and 42 assists in his career as a four-year starter and two-year captain. In addition to his All-American selection, he was named All-New England in 2010 and 2011, selected to the Connecticut Senior Bowl in 2011, named 2011 Greater New Haven Referee Association Boys Player of the Year and was named a 2010 Gatorade Player of the Year Finalist. Zurita played club soccer in the USSF Academy system for South Central Premier and attended the USA U17 National Training Center in 2011. He was also named to the Academy National Select Team.
"Zach is a phenomenal player with great credentials and we are extremely excited he has selected to play at CCSU. Zach had a great spring season leading the team in goals. His technical ability, vision and creativity will fit perfectly with our attacking style of play. I have always respected Zach as a player and I feel he can grow in our program and be an immediate impact player. Zach epitomizes the type of home-grown talent we want to feature in our program at CCSU. We can't wait to see Zach in a Blue Devil uniform this fall." - Head Coach Shaun Green.
Neekoli Calderon
Calderon is a talented player from New Haven, CT. The 6-0 defender has played at the highest youth and national team level. He plays for the Puerto Rico Under 20 National Team and played in the 2013 World Cup Qualifiers against Haiti, Bermuda, Barbados and Curacoa. Calderon played club soccer in the USSF Academy system for FC Westchester from 2010 to 2013 and also played for South Central Premier from 2008 to 2010.
"Neekoli is a tenacious defender with a winning passion on the field. When I first saw him play I was impressed by his desire and winning attitude. He is a big, strong athlete with good skill and passing ability. He will push for a starting role from day one at CCSU. We are excited to have Neekoli as part of the future of CCSU soccer." - Head Coach Shaun Green.
Jenilo Soares
Soares hails from Bridgeport, CT. The 6-0 defender is a transfer student from Monroe College and attended Central High school in Bridgeport. In two seasons at Monroe, Soares played defense on a team that appeared in two national tournaments, won two Region XV Championships and two district titles. The Mustangs have been ranked in the national top 20 in each of the past two years, earning a number #1 ranking in 2011.
"Jenilo is a tough defender who will compete immediately for a starting role. He is such a positive influence on the field and in practice that he will be a great asset to our squad. He comes from a top program and has had a great coach in Marcus DiBernardo, a former player and assistant coach at CCSU. I am looking forward to seeing Jenilo continue to develop his game as a Blue Devil." - Head Coach Shaun Green.
Christian Olivia
Olivia, a Stamford, CT native and a transfer student from Monroe College, attended Westhill High school in Stamford. In two seasons at Monroe College, Olivia played midfield on a team that appeared in two national tournaments, won two Region XV Championships and two district titles. The Mustangs have been ranked in the national top 20 in each of the past two years, earning a number #1 ranking in 2011.
"Christian is a skillful midfielder with great work rate and excellent vision. He will certainly add depth to our midfield. He comes from a top program and has had a great coach in Marcus DiBernardo, a former player and assistant coach at CCSU. I am looking forward to seeing Christian on the field this fall." - Head Coach Shaun Green.
E.J. Okoro
Okoro is from Cheshire, CT. The speedy forward played club soccer for the USSF Academy team, South Central Premier. He also played high school soccer at Notre Dame West Haven.
"E.J. is a powerful athlete who will add depth to our squad this season. He is a hard-working player with raw talent. His speed can be a great asset to our team offense. We are looking forward to seeing E.J. develop as a player at CCSU." - Head Coach Shaun Green.
Brian Rebello
Rebello is from Danbury, CT, and was a three-year varsity starter at Danbury High School. He was team captain his senior year and led the team in assists. He was also named All-FCIAC Second Team as a senior and was selected to the Connecticut Senior Bowl.
"Brian had a great spring season with the team and proved he can be an asset to our squad. He has an excellent attitude and is a versatile player who can help us in many positions." - Head Coach Shaun Green
Willy Arbieto-Lopez
Arbieto-Lopez is from Norwalk, CT and transferred to CCSU from Lehman College. As a freshman at Lehman College he registered three goals and led the team in assists per game en route to a conference championship. In his sophomore season he was named All-Conference and was the conference leader in assists and assists per game. He played at Norwalk High School and was a four-year varsity member, twice named All-Conference and was an All-State Honorable Mention in his senior year.
"Willy is a great person and talented player. He had an impressive spring with us and proved he could handle Division I soccer. Willy will add depth to our squad while competing for a starting role." - Head Coach Shaun Green.
Nathaniel Heroux
Heroux is from Hampton, CT and was selected as an All-State player in 2012 at East Hampton High School. He was a senior co-captain and a four year varsity player for East Hampton which compiled a four-year record of 54-9-1. He was the starting sweeper on the 2011 16-1 team that produced the best win-loss record ever at East Hampton. Heroux was also invited to participate in the 2012 Senior Bowl which showcased the best senior soccer players in Connecticut.
"Nathaniel is a natural athlete and will add depth to our team. I love his attitude and enthusiasm on the field. He will continue to develop at CCSU and we are pleased to have him as a student-athlete with the Blue Devils." - Head Coach Shaun Green


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Well, Mr. Scruffy returned today from his adventures with one of our kids. Mr. Scruffy is our class mascot and he travels to students' homes via our one of our take home kits. When I wrote the post about my take home kits, Mr. Scruffy was MIA. Mr. Scruffy has all kinds of adventures--he's traveled far and wide. After having Mr. Scruffy for the weekend, parents jot down a few highlights of their time with him. Mr. Scruffy is one of our most popular kits!
Mr. Scruffy Take Home Literacy Kit
Mr. Scruffy making friends at a student's home.
Mr. Scruffy on the swing at a local playground on one of his "weekend journeys"!


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Xia Kyoto wrote:222. When you've been here for 5 years but have only been active on and off for like 2.
223. When all your fellow scholars have grown up and forgotten what the site is or have yet to come back.
224. When you suddenly start watching Three Kingdoms, and are fondly reminded of your erstwhile 3K 'home'...
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Dennis Shea, professor and head of the Department of Health Policy and Administration (HPA), has been named associate dean for undergraduate programs and outreach in the College of Health and Human Development.
"Dennis brings considerable administrative experience to his new role," said Ann C. Crouter, Raymond E. and Erin Stuart Schultz Dean of the College of Health and Human Development. "He has not only been an effective academic unit head but has made critical contributions in guiding HPA's efforts to create and launch the college's first online degree program."
Shea said he is excited about the new position because he believes the next several years will be a fascinating period for the College of Health and Human Development and for undergraduate and outreach education in general.
"This period promises incredible growth in careers related to our fields, rapid development of mobile educational technologies, and challenges for providing high-quality teaching and learning in a highly competitive and dynamic environment," he said. "I seek to work with HHD faculty, staff, students and alumni to improve our programs and help our students develop personally and professionally."
Shea's research focuses on long-term care, mental health, economics of aging and health care, health financing and health insurance. He has published dozens of papers in peer-reviewed journals. Shea joined Penn State as an assistant professor of health policy and administration in 1990 and became the department head in 2004. He earned a bachelor's degree in economics at the College of William and Mary in 1984, master's degrees in economics at Cambridge University in 1985 and at Rutgers University in 1987, and a doctorate in economics at Rutgers University in 1990.
In his new position, Shea is replacing Anthony D'Augelli, who after taking a sabbatical will return to the faculty of the Department of Human Development and Family Studies.
"We owe Tony so much for his committed service to the college," said Crouter. "He has been a great advocate for undergraduate education and our students have benefited from his attention to detail, responsiveness and problem-solving skills."


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Zoom H4N
• Rugged, shock-resistant build, XLR inputs, and high-quality stereo mics.
• Bright, readable LED display and easy learning curve.
• Four-Track mode with bounce capabilities and onboard effects.
Serious mics and a tough build, solid 4-track.
Dated guitar models and vocal/studio effects.
Audio Quality:
By most accounts, the Zoom H4 stereo and 4-track recorder was a serious slam-dunk when it was released in 2006, and the updated H4N ($299, street) trades on its predecessor's savvy design while adding some cool extra features—a built-in mono speaker, a bigger, more readable display, a "stamina" mode to extend battery life while stereo recording, and an XY 90/120-degree built-in mic arrangement that Zoom argues makes for better center source intelligibility, a wide stereo field, and reduced phase issues. What's more, the audio specs have improved with the H4N's digitally controlled preamp. In addition to stereo and 4-track modes, the H4N now adds a "4CH" mode that allows for simultaneous recording of two separate stereo pairs—use the built-in mics for one pair, and the two phantom-equipped XLR/phone jacks for the other, and then mix the signals in surround or dual stereo.
The mics themselves are a clear step up from the H4, and the rubberized, shock-resistant build is heavier and tougher. The H4N compares well to a proper field recorder and its stereo imaging is excellent, on par with many more expensive devices. The H4N is even easier to use than its predecessor, with a scrolling and menu system that becomes second nature after a few hours (though you might want to do some deep-breathing exercises for those first few hours).
One place where the H4N clearly hasn't grown up, though, is in its amp models and effects, which haven't changed a lick since 2006. Those models were never earth-shattering to begin with, frankly, and it's hard to understand how a major upgrade to this product would have overlooked such a significant part of the unit's appeal. Here's hoping the next H4 features a major overhaul of the guitar and effect presets, with vastly improved sonics, patch organization, and far more options. A more inspired rhythm brain would be a nice touch, too.


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SEGA decided to bring Valkyria Chronicles 2 to the PSP — not the PS3 like the first game. Why?
According to producer Shuntaro Tanaka, it would take the team three years to make another PS3 game, and that's considering the fact that SEGA already has assets that can be used in the game as well as improved PS3 game development "know how".
Putting the game on the PSP was a much faster solution. Tanaka hopes to see the franchise expand on the PSP and the PS3.
Fans are hoping to see another PS3 game.
Producer On Why PSP For Valkyria Chronicles 2 [PSP Hyper]


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THU, JUL 25, 2013 at 8:16 AM
The Postal Service | Some Idealistic Future (Documentary)
Right on the heels of their inside look at the sounds of Washed Out, the good folks at The Creators Project created what we think is a pretty damn wonderful documentary about our own Postal Service. Take a few minutes and watch the band wax nostalgic about the creation of their now legendary record,Give Up, you'll probably feel pretty good afterward—these songs have that effect. This record means an awful lot to us, and it means even more that it seems to mean so much to so many other people, too—The Creators Project included.


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PITTSBURGH (AP) — More than 1,800 knitters have covered Pittsburgh's Andy Warhol Bridge in 3,000 feet of colorful yarn.
Volunteers worked all weekend to attach 580 blanket-size, hand-knitted panels to the pedestrian walkways on the downtown bridge, and riggers attached larger panels to the towers.
The planning and permitting started about 18 months ago, said Amanda Gross, 29, who had the idea for the project.
"The county doesn't have public arts policy. It was a big learning process for everybody," said Gross, who moved from Atlanta to Pittsburgh about five years ago and soon noticed how crucial bridges are in a city that has three major rivers running through it.
The project was organized by the Fiberarts Guild of Pittsburgh and other local institutions. Gross said knitters from more than 80 Pittsburgh neighborhoods and 120 area townships signed up to help with what the guild calls the nation's largest "yarn bomb." The term applies to artists who knit coverings for everyday objects like lampposts, street signs and trees.
Gross said yarn bombing is "really inspirational," and a good way to bring communities together.
Sherri Roberts, 60, a past president of the guild, said the project started as a "little nugget" of an idea and then "went to town from there."
The group ultimately had to work not just with designers but with lawyers, architects, structural engineers and riggers to make the yarn bomb a reality. Roberts said the group decided that the panels would contain only colors and designs — no words or political or religious symbols.
Gross said the group even wound up specifying acrylic yarn, since wool absorbs water, is flammable and can be a home to pests.
"Our structural engineer calculated the weight of the yarn, and also when it's wet," Gross said. "It was insignificant compared to traffic."
A community arts and crafts party will be held at the bridge on Aug. 25. The bridge will be covered in the yarn until Sept. 6.


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The international community must support Togolese in their desire to restore democracy following the death of long-time dictator Gnassingbe Eyadema, Africa's longest serving dictator who ruled his country with an iron hand for 38 years. The military has appointed his son as successor, ignoring the Constitution which calls for elections within 60 days. African countries, boosted by powerful Nigeria have rejected the coup. Today Lagos announced it's willing to consider an African Union-sponsored armed intervention to restore the rule of law.
This could be a sign that the bad old days in Africa may be changing, when militarists -- often supported by the West -- hijacked power against popular wishes. Yet judging by past history, "little Eyadema" may be eventually embraced by the West--that's why all friends of Africa should help keep up the pressure. The late Eyadema, a former army colonel came to power in a 1967 coup. Like all other dead and living African tyrants, Eyadema's death appears to foretell a perpetuation of a trend that appears to be engulfing Africa from east, west, and north to south. Eyadema, who prevented Togo's exiled opposition leader, Gilchrist Olympio, from standing against him in the 2003 presidential election, left no obvious successor. According to the constitution, the President of the National Assembly, Fambare Ouattara Natchaba, should have taken over as interim head of state until fresh elections are held. But soon after Eyadema's death, the Togolese military installed Faure Gnassingbe Eyadema, the son as Togo's new president. As Charles Onyango Obbo, one of Africa's most published columnist noted, "Eyadema pulled off one last act of political chicanery," and "waited when the Speaker of Parliament Fambare Natchaba Ouattara was traveling abroad" before dying.
President Olusegun Obasanjo who is the current chairman of the African Union has affirmed that the AU union will not accept any unconstitutional transition of power in Togo. United Nations Secretary General, Kofi Annan has also called upon the Togolese military to respect the constitution and drop Faure Eyadema as president. Annan stressed the need for constitutionality and respect for the rule of law. Annan also expressed concern that "the transfer of power that has taken place in Togo has not been done in full respect of the provisions of the Constitution."
Leaders and members of the European Union have called on Togo's leaders to respect the constitution after the death, of Eyadema, warning that otherwise its ties with the EU could suffer. The United States on its part sent a message of condolence to Eyadema's family. In it, the US vaguely asked the Togolese to use the opportunity to get a new president.
But that is what the entire world and African leaders always do. Grumble a few words to calm the tide while they shake hands with the tyrants in the backroom. The same AU (which was formerly OAU) used to complain about Idi Amin in Uganda and yet they elected Amin chairman of the same OAU. European Union, governments of the USA and Britain always make a little noise here and there and the next time you see them will be when they are shaking hands with Eyadema's son.
Western countries and African countries always will make some cosmetic and hypocritical noise to cool off a possible uprising in Togo. Then, they will start to trade with Eyadema's son and start praising him as one of the best emerging leaders of Africa. Shame on the EU, AU, Britain and the USA if they allow little Eyadema remain president of Togo.
Recent examples of sons taking over from where fathers left is not hard to find in Africa. When Laurent Kabila was assassinated in the Congo, his son Joseph Kabila was swiftly installed to replace him. The people whined around for a couple of weeks or so but the so called pro-democracy countries like the USA and Britain gave young Kabila a thumbs up.
Libya's Col. Muammar Gadhafi has been in power for a solid 36 years. His son Saif al-Islam is being groomed to take over when Gadhafi is history. Also Egypt's Hosni Mubarak, who's been president for 24 years is grooming his son Gamal as his successor. In Uganda, Yoweri Museveni has been in power since 1986 is grooming his son Muhozi to take over when he dies. Museveni sent his son to train in Britain's Sandhurst military academy. On return, he put his son to be in charge presidential security posssibly waiting to take over power when Museveni dies.
African leaders and people should be ashamed and embarrassed to be ruled by sons of dead dictators. Africans from countries like Togo, Libya, Egypt and Uganda should stand up and resist this hereditary tyranny. There are signs that Togolese won't accept the nonsense judging by demonstrations on the streets of the capital. Africans should also start questioning and condemning foreign governments like that of the USA and Britain that are quick to shake hands with governments of sons of former African presidents.
It is this kind of practice of accommodating hereditary tyranny that is contributing to under developing Africa. It is time all African countries stand up and force such governments like that of Eyadema's son to abandon their selfish agenda and allow justice and the democratic processes to prevail. Otherwise life presidency and hereditary tyranny will bring the continent to its knees.
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|How far out of the box are you willing to go?
With the political season in full force, you hear stories from the candidates followed the news dissecting the info and presenting the fact checker analysis. Spin-doctors attempt to correct gaffs or redefine candidates in unique ways. The fact checkers attempt to provide the context and factual info behind statements. A recent political speech, analyzed by the fact checkers, apparently was true as delivered. Parts of concepts were eliminated to allow the stated content to be accurate. However, inclusion of the omitted parts would have lessened key arguments in the speech. Sometimes the political figures do not even bother to make the statements truthful. They stretch the facts and repeat the misinformation enough that people believe the statements as pure fact.
Sales representatives often attempt to make the product look more attractive by embellishing the stated benefits. This occurs on product labels as well. Look at products in any health food store. Specifically read the stated benefits. Statements like great for your immune system or good for heart health. What does that mean anyway? It does not matter that there is little real data to support legitimate concrete claims. Consumers take the advertising materials as meaningful and purchase the product.
Entrepreneurs need to raise capital and approach investors. They tend to put a positive-spin on the company, markets, and team. They have a goal of getting the investment and painting the company in the most positive light. They must generate enthusiasm around the investment opportunity and it is hard to do sometimes with the straight boring facts. A few twists here and snips there and the story sounds much better.
Investors have become a bit more perceptive and tend to check the presented information more carefully. At some point, they will retain specialists to help review the company and all materials. The review must match the facts or liability is created on behalf of the company. There is a point where the spin can become too severe and it is by all measures a flat out lie.
All CEOs need to retain their credibility and pressing the facts to far gets them labeled as dishonest. The investor pool tends to share their feelings with others even if they are not investing in the same deal. Once you have received the label, it is near impossible to convince people you are truthful. They will discount most of what you say and move on. They are not likely to challenge you and you may never know their true feelings. In the past, I was warned about certain people without asking. They community was happy to volunteer the info about someone they did not trust!
You have to walk a fine line. The company must appear exciting. Your actions must be justified to your investors from time to time. Keep in mind that there is a line between SPIN and LIE and once you cross it, your actions are questioned forever.
Taffy Williams is the author of: Think Agile: How Smart Entrepreneurs Adapt in Order to Succeed to via Amazon


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WAKEFIELD, RI — Is weight loss franchising the next big trend in the fitness industry? That's what consultants to Healthy Inspirations, a women-only franchise, told Casey Conrad, the founder and CEO of the company, before she purchased women-only fitness franchise Slender Lady, Coronado, CA. The Slender Lady clubs will take the Healthy Inspirations name and will incorporate the weight loss model inherent in Healthy Inspirations facilities.
Conrad is now president of the merged women-only weight loss and fitness franchise, and Jim Rowe, former majority stockholder of Slender Lady, now is CEO of Healthy Inspirations. Rowe will handle franchising while Conrad will handle operations and marketing.
Healthy Inspirations, based in Wakefield, RI, now has about 135 locations, making it the nation's largest full-service weight management franchise, combining individual nutritional plans and coaching, exercise, relaxation treatments and beauty treatments under one roof.
Conrad plans to create more medical alliances and is putting together a national medical advisory board.
The merger occurred after Conrad started selling franchises again after a three-year hiatus and after consultants told her that weight loss franchising could be the next big fitness trend since Curves changed the industry in the 1990s, Conrad says.
"They said, 'if you don't grow, you are going to get left in the dust. This is an emerging market space. You have great stuff and no one knows that you exist in the franchise space,'" she says.
Conrad wanted someone with franchising experience to lead her renewed effort. At the same time, Rowe, who had bought Slender Lady just 16 months prior and had invested millions into improving it, realized that the company was missing the operational elements necessary to take the company to the next level. The two had the same attorney, who upon Rowe's request, contacted Conrad about Rowe's interest in a merger.
Rowe was the Help-U-Sell sub master franchisor for San Diego and Imperial Counties as well as for the state of Texas. He was a member of the Help-U-Sell team responsible for growing the company from 80 to more than 850 franchises in less than five years.
"Combining Casey's industry expertise and detailed operational systems, sales and marketing with my experience in how to explosively grow a franchise makes for a powerful 'beauty and the beast' success formula," says Rowe. He forecasts up to 100 franchise sales in 2007, and plans to roll out a regional sales model domestically and internationally.


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Knowing that Charles Phan would be one of my guests on Press:Here this week, I figured I should probably try out his restaurant Slanted Door ahead of time.
That and it was a great excuse to have a really expensive lunch. Kym McNicholas, reporter for Forbes, was kind enough to help us research through eating. She also took the pictures.
When waiter Mike came to take our order, we refused to order. Instead we said "you bring us a bunch of great stuff." He brought us great stuff, some of the dishes for which Slanted Door is best known.
The Wild California Yellow tail with crispy shallots and Thai basil is (eek!) raw fish. If you're a Californian you're used to this.
If you're from the Midwest like me, it's a bit intimidating. But I rolled it up and popped it in my mouth. Actually quite good -- not fishy at all, and the texture differences between fish and greens was interesting.
We had the restaurant's signature spring rolls and completely forgot to take a picture of it.
Vietnamese crêpe with shrimp, pork, bean sprouts and onions.
Certainly the messiest of the dishes, in which you wrap the crepe in lettuce with a bit of mint and dunk it in the sauce. My least favorite, not for any reason than something has to be the least favorite.
Grass-fed Estancia Shaking Beef, cubed filet mignon, sausalito springs' watercress, red onions and lime sauce
This is Slanted Door's signature dish. To see chef and owner Phan in the kitchen preparing this dish, see the Feast.
You can, incidentally, buy this dish as a kit. Apparently this is a very popular thing to buy around Valentine's Day, when your significant other wants a little Shaking Beef (oh grow up) but you can't get reservations.
This tastes about exactly the way you'd think if you were to watch it cook: take high quality beef, cook it for a short time with onions and lime sauce over very high heat. Delicious.
One should note delicious, but not inexpensive. $16 for the raw fish dish, $9 for the spring rolls, $12 for the crepe and $34 for the Shaking Beef left a mark on the expense account.
Then again, we did tell the waiter to bring us anything. You could eat at Slanted Door for less, but I think to do so would miss the point. This is an indulgence, and well worth the expense.
Slanted Door did not pay for the lunch. In fact, we used Open Table to reserve a spot. We're pretty sure the restaurant did not know we were there.


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AEM6 + Mongo Minimal Setup
With the release of AEM 6.0, clustering has been rethought in the form of Apache Jackrabbit "Oak" and the introduction to the concept of microkernels. The initial microkernel that supports clustering uses MongoDB (v. 2.6+) for persistence. This post will provide a real working example of a minimal authoring cluster using a fault-tolerant MongoDB microkernel.
If I receive enough demand, I can also post a production quality MongoDB setup.
What you'll need:
- MongoDB installed
- AEM 6.0 quickstart jar
- Oracle JRE 1.7
The examples provided were tested using an OS X host but should be compatible on Windows as well as other Unix hosts.
Prep Work
- Install the MongoDB binaries
(I used homebrew: sudo brew install mongodb)
- Install the Oracle JDK/JRE v 1.7 (if you haven't already)
- Create a directory for housing your mongo data. I used "aem6_cluster".
- Inside that directory, create these directories: node0,node1,arb0
The two node directories will be the data directories for two members of a replica set. The arb directory is the data directory for an arbiter.
- From the main cluster directory, create another folder named "author".
- Copy your aem 6 quickstart jar and license file to that directory. (Rename the quickstart to this if needed: aem6-author-p4502.jar)
MongoDB setup
- From the main cluster directory run this mongo command (from terminal or command prompt):
mongod --dbpath node0/ --replSet aem6
- Enter the mongo util in another terminal window:
- Initialize the replica set named in step 7:
rs.initiate(rsconf = {_id: "aem6", members: [{_id: 0, host: "<hostname>:27017"}]})
- After the command is issued, it should return a json response with "ok": 1. Keep this terminal window open.
- From the main cluster directory run this mongo command (from a new terminal or command prompt):
mongod --dbpath node1/ --replSet aem6 --port 27018
- Back in the mongo util window that we kept open, issue this command to add the new node to the replica set:
- Once again, if the command executes correctly you should get a json response with "ok" : 1. Keep this window open (again).
- From the main cluster directory run this mongo command (from a new terminal or command prompt):
mongod --port 27019 --dbpath arb0 --replSet aem6
- Back in the mongo util window that we kept open, issue this command to add this new node as an arbiter:
At this point we have a clean mongo replica set with 3 members. There should be a PRIMARY and SECONDARY with an aribter node to break up any ties for voting who is the PRIMARY. The two nodes provide minimal redundancy. If one goes down, the other takes over. If both go down, you're up a creek.
AEM 6 startup
From the author directory, issue this command:
java -XX:MaxPermSize=512M -mx4g -jar aem6-author-p4502.jar -r crx3,crx3mongo -Doak.mongo.uri=mongodb://<hostname>:27017,<hostname>:27018
AEM should install and replicate automatically to the mongo nodes. Installation on pretty quick SSD-based mac takes less that 5 minutes (results may vary).
You can now repeat this process on any number of AEM instances as long as they are running on separate ports. Each AEM instance will be active+active in the cluster.
Note the run modes: crx,crx3mongo. The JVM settings can be left out – I just like to dedicate a bit more RAM.
Mongo Notes
To test out the fault tolerance, just ctl+c the mongo instance and watch the AEM driver switch to the elected PRIMARY.
Mongo replica sets must have an odd number of members. An arbiter is not required, but it allows you to have nicely divisible replica sets.


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Evaporative Coolers...
- Evaporative coolers require water to be bled off to waste so salts do not accumulate in the cooler. Excessive bleed is a waste. Consult the cooler's instruction manual for further details.
Washing the Car...
- Use a bucket and sponge to wash the car, and if possible wash it on the lawn. Use the hose only for rinsing and turn it off between rinses
Drinking Water...
- The Department of Health advises that we should be drinking at least 6 - 8 glasses of water per day. Water is the best drink to avoid de-hydration.
Gardens and Lawns...
- A timer on your garden tap can prevent wastage and save you money.
- There is a Water Restriction on the use of sprays and sprinklers between 10am and 5pm
- A longer lush lawn develops a deeper root system and requires less water to look great.
- Mulching not only helps to control weeds, it also prevents soil drying out!
- When planting your garden try grouping your plants into high or low water users.
Inside your home...
- Check toilets for leaks by putting food colouring in the cistern. If the colour is detected in the bowl, there is a leak which needs to be fixed.
- Install 3-4 Star WELS rated dual-flush cisterns with an average flush of 3.5L
- Keep showers to approx 4 minutes by using a timer
- Install a 3 Star WELS rated showerhead
- Only run the dishwasher when there is a full load.
- Wipe waste off plates before washing
Washing Machine
- Run the washing machine with full loads and if replacing the machine, purchase a higher star rating model.
- Ensure taps are turned off properly to stop drips
- Repair/replace parts of taps are leaking
- Collect cold water while waiting for the hot, to put on plants.
- To check for any hidden leaks, turn ALL taps off on the property. If the water meter is still running there is a leak, which may need the services of a plumber.
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COLUMBIA, Mo., June 14 (UPI) -- Children with autism spectrum disorders have higher costs for parents and insurance providers than children with diabetes, U.S. researchers say.
Nancy Cheak-Zamora, assistant professor of health sciences in the University of Missouri's School of Health Professions, compared costs and types of services for children with autism spectrum disorders to costs and services for children with other conditions like asthma or diabetes.
The study, published in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, found children with autism spectrum disorders paid more for healthcare and used more services, yet had less access to specialized care, than children with other conditions, the study said.
"Across the board, children with autism spectrum disorders used more healthcare services, including in-patient stays in the hospital and required more medications," Cheak-Zamora said in a statement. "Children with autism spectrum disorders need coordinated healthcare, better access to services and more affordable care. Insurance companies should develop policies that will cover the treatments children with autism spectrum disorders need."
Children with autism spectrum disorders are prone to other conditions -- such as seizures, sleep disturbances and gastrointestinal problems -- that can cause them to use health services more frequently, Cheak-Zamora said.
"Healthcare providers should address all these needs by providing care using the medical home model: Primary care that is comprehensive, coordinated and family-centered," Cheak-Zamora said.


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Vatican City, Mar 6, 2014 / 04:05 pm MT ().- In his daily homily Pope Francis spoke of the Christian "style," explaining that in order to be authentic, it must follow the path of Jesus in denying oneself, taking up the Cross, and practicing humility.
"And this style will save us, will give us joy and make us fruitful, because this path of denying oneself is there to give us life," the Pope told those present in the Vatican's Saint Martha guesthouse on March 6.
Calling to mind the words of Luke's Gospel on Thursday, the pontiff repeated Jesus' words to his disciples, saying "If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me."
Emphasizing how this is truly the "Christian style" because it was first put into practice by Jesus himself, the Pope observed that "We can't think of the Christian life apart from this path."
"There is always this journey, a journey that He took first: the journey of humility, the journey, too, of humiliation, of denying oneself, and then rising."
"But this is the path," repeated the Pope, explaining that "without the Cross, the Christian style is not Christian, and if the Cross is a Cross without Jesus, it is not Christian. The Christian style takes the Cross with Jesus and goes forward," but "not without the Cross, not without Jesus."
Despite the fact that Jesus is one in being with the the Father, he gave us an example in denying himself and becoming "a servant for all of us," the pontiff said. This "style will save us" give us "joy" and "make us fruitful."
Highlighting how Jesus shows us this path in order to give us life, Pope Francis observed that it is completely "opposed to the path of selfishness, of being attached to all the good things for myself alone."
"This path is open to others, because the path Jesus took – of abnegation – that path was to give life. The Christian style is precisely this style of humility, of mildness, of meekness."
Quoting the Gospel passage once again, the pontiff stated that "whoever wishes to save his life will lose it," because "if the grain of wheat does not die, it can't bear fruit."
He then went on to describe that this death to self is a source of joy for Christians because the Lord himself "gives us joy" as long as we follow Jesus in the style of Jesus, rather than that of the world, adding that to follow Jesus means to walk his path as closely as one is able in order "to give life to others, not to give oneself life."
Noting that often times we want to appear better or more important in the opinion of others out of selfishness, he emphasized that Jesus' way "is the spirit of generosity," and drew attention to the book "The Imitation of Christ," which gives the "good advice" to "love to be unknown and considered as nothing."
Explaining that this is what "Christian humility" is, the Pope repeated that "this is our joy, and this is our fruitfulness: to go with Jesus."
"Other joys are not fruitful" he observed, because "as Jesus said, they think only to gain the whole world, but in the end lose and ruin their lives."
The Pope concluded his reflections by encouraging all, at the beginning of Lent, to "ask the Lord to teach us a little of this style of Christian service, of joy, of self-abnegation, and of fruitfulness with Him, as He desires."
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Alain Prost, France's four-time Formula One world champion refuses to watch the Oscar-snubbed documentary Senna. Saying he thinks the writer and director got the story wrong.
World Car Fans picked up Prost's interview with a Russia's F1News.ru.
No I do not want to watch it. I absolutely do not agree with how it's done. I spent a lot of time trying to explain to its creators that they are wrong.
This isn't surprising news, given how the documentary depicts Prost in a calculating, political, and perhaps even villainous light. Now someone should go out and film the history of Prost so we can see things from the perspective of "Le Professeur."
(Hat Tip to: mikeado!)
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