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An Artist's Curiosity Shop: William Schaff's Studio
Yes, we love clean, organized spaces, but we also firmly believe that a little chaos is an essential part of the creative process. Nestled between the antique shops that line the waterfront in Warren, Rhode Island is the storefront studio where artist William Schaff lives and works amongst an organized chaos of inspiring collections.
Skulls and taxidermy may be popular these days, but anatomy and natural history have always been required study for artists. Schaff's large collection of bones, toy soldiers, and ephemera find their way into his artwork either by literally becoming part of his dioramas and sculptures or by providing subject matter for his drawings, paintings, embroidery and papercuts. Like his collections, Schaff's art is sometimes beautiful and sometimes gruesome, but that is definitely what we like about it.
A laser cut edition of the of one of his original papercuts (shown above) is available from Tiny Showcase (a fantastic source of affordable art based here in Rhode Island). Visit his flickr to see more of his work.
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So I love Halloween.
I love ghosts and anything spooky.
I don't love beer, but I love this bottle-- full moon, raven. Poet.
My mind is not very literary minded today. I'm lazy and thinking about when I need to take my shower to be ready for trick-or-treating.
Months before Halloween, I have a reoccurring dream that I've forgotten to decorate, I've forgotten to find a costume for my daughter, that I missed Halloween.
I cannot tell you how many times I've had this dream.
But I'm open to interpretations.
So let me end here wishing you a safe and happy Halloween night.
Make some hot apple cider, read some scary stories and enjoy.

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How Scilab and the CelestLab toolbox are used for the testing of our satellite system
Benoît Helin, Cospas-Sarsat
The Cospas-Sarsat Programme provides, through international cooperation, timely and accurate satellite-based distress alerts to Search and Rescue (SAR) authorities. Cospas-Sarsat is currently undertaking a Demonstration (D&E) and Evaluation Phase for its new Medium-altitude Earth Orbit Search and Rescue system (MEOSAR). This testing phase involves navigation satellites from three constellations (Galileo for Europe, Glonass for Russia and GPS for the USA) with receiving ground stations from ten participating countries.
Simulation tools are required to plan and coordinate the tests among the participants' ground station locations (e.g., tools to calculate satellite passes, beacon-satellite-ground station co-visibility periods and geometry configurations) and to process the data collected by participants following the same agreed methods (e.g., statistical and geometrical analyses).
The review of available commercial off-the shelf software concluded that Scilab, complemented by the CelestLab toolbox, has major assets to conduct the above tasks, allowing high level programming of required features. An additional advantage is that this software is freely available to all participants, who might not have the proper tools or the required expertise in space mechanics to develop their own.
This presentation will show the benefits of using Scilab with the CelestLab toolbox for the Cospas-Sarsat MEOSAR D&E testing and the areas in which it has been used, including:
- test planning (e.g., definition of time periods for testing),
- validation of processing methods developed by participants,
- cross-verification of algorithms proposed by participants regarding the MEOSAR system, and
- sharing of processing scripts.
In addition, the CelestLab toolbox in conjunction with the Image Processing Design toolbox allows processing of images of the frequency band recorded during the tests with the addition of information derived from space mechanics calculation.
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Incident in 2008 by a foreign intelligence service led to DOD's revamped strategy
The 2008 breach of the Pentagon's classified and unclassified networks by a relatively unsophisticated worm was a wakeup call for the military, said Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn, who today outlined the DOD's developing strategy for defending against and responding to cyber attacks.
Lynn declassified at least some of the details of the intrusion and subsequent cleanup effort, called Operation Buckshot Yankee, for an article to appear Thursday in the journal Foreign Affairs. In it, he said the intrusion was caused by a worm uploaded from a flash drive by a foreign intelligence agency and spread through DOD classified and unclassified networks.
"It isn't the most capable threat, but that's the point," Lynn said Wednesday in a teleconference with reporters. "The important policy application is that it was done and we need a set of defenses that would prevent that going forward. We need a new strategic approach."
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Lynn outlined the five pillars of the new strategy, one of which would include extending DOD protection to non-military critical infrastructure.
"The .mil networks do not exist in a vacuum," he said. But he added that the Homeland Security Department has priority in defending the .gov and .com domains and that DOD and the National Security Agency would play only a supporting role. "The call there is Homeland Security," he said. "We would follow the Homeland Security lead."
Lynn's disclosures of Buckshot Yankee offered few new details of the incident. The breach had been widely reported in 2008 and it was known that the malware responsible was the agent.btz worm, which spread by exploiting the Microsoft AutoRun function that automatically runs programs on removable drives when attached to a computer. The most significant revelation from Lynn was his insistence that the breach was the work of a foreign nation, although he refused to identify the country or how the attack was attributed. He also did not say whether the worm actually succeeded in stealing or corrupting data on the DOD systems.
"It is tied to a foreign intelligence service," he said. "The important thing is that it did occur and the threat exists."
To counter that threat, a document detailing the DOD's strategic cyberdefense and response posture will be developed this fall. Lynn said he expected it to be completed by year's end. He said the strategy will consist of five pillars, some of which already are being implemented by the Pentagon:
Although the Pentagon is in the process of establishing cyber defenses and strategies, defining cyberwarfare remains a challenge, Lynn said. Defining the points at which intrusions become espionage or an act of war still remains to be done.
"We are still working through where these thresholds are," he said. "This is far less clear than for nuclear" warfare, which defined the strategies of the Cold War.
One particular problem is attribution, or the ability to identify the source of an attack.
"Attribution is very difficult," Lynn said. "Even when you can do it, it takes a long time." Because of this, the country's cyberdefense strategy is likely to rely more on denying our enemies the benefits of an attack rather than on retaliation, which was the backbone of the U.S. Cold War strategy.
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not to stress! the money isn't going to be there for quite some time. in other news, the DISA parking lot on Courthouse Road was observed to be filled before 0900 this morning! an in-house investigation is underway.
DIACAP is only a waste, if it is treated as a paperwork exercise and not an Information Assurance exercise. There have to be trained and knowledgable individuals who implement the process. The DIACAP process includes individual accountability. The DAA puts their career and reputation on the line when they approve a system as part of the DIACAP process. In addition, as threats are never static the system has to be reevaluated to ensure it still meets its IA goals.
DIACAP uses a huge amount of time and money but does not do anything for security. It is a system that, in reality, says that this device/network ect. is secure as of the completion of the documentation. Networks are living things and do not stay static. Seconds after an ATO is signed it is no longer valid as the network has changed; ie, devices are added that are not authorized, software that has not been CONd has been added, etc. While it has not improved security, it has given lots of people jobs and has fooled some into thinking it has made things more secure.
Until the government accepts the cold hard fact that EVERY system/network has a back door that needs to be more secured than the conventional points of entry they will remain open to cyberattacks from everyone from the "script kiddies" to the most talented state supported black hats.
IO functionaries in the DIA and DISA are DIACAP certified. The fact of the matter is that in addition to the DoD oversight process of DIB contractors being fundamentally bereft of accountablility (see GAO reporting) so are the alleged GSA IDIQ bid security consulancies who tout their prowess at reviewing the military intallations to ensure they are STIG complaint under the DIACAP C&A process. Factor out HBF apporaches, the record is clear. The DoD is either a novice at defending its own computing infrastructure and its own secret classifications, or fundmentally lacks the skill set to engage in this form of aysmmetric conflict.
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2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250: New Car Review
With the introduction of the all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 compact sedan, the company expands into areas that may surprise people. For example, this is the cheapest new car sold in the U.S. to wear a 3-pointed star, the famed badge of Mercedes-Benz.
The basic version comes with front-wheel drive. Most M-B vehicles, however, have been rear-wheel drive.
Although the average age of a Mercedes owner is 52 (according to R.L. Polk research from earlier this year), the company thinks this model will capture 20-somethings -- not just by virtue of its accessible pricing but also because of its 4-door-coupe styling.
Buyers who may be looking at high-end versions of nonpremium brands -- such as the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry -- could be tempted to stretch their budget and bring home something with more cachet. There's also the possibility that existing M-B owners will see the CLA250 as a good downsizing option.
What's New for 2014?
Everything. This is a totally new model. However, the idea of "4-door coupe" has its roots in the bigger Mercedes-Benz CLS, where the roof traces a similarly sleek arc from the top of the sharply angled windshield down to the trunk lid.
What We Like
Reasonable base price for a Mercedes-Benz; two turbochargers for the engine and seven ratios in the transmission; 13.1 cu ft of trunk space; split-folding rear seats; passenger space
What We Don't
Compromised visibility; the use of run-flat tires to save weight and space; pricey options; cheaper-looking plastics here and there in the cabin
How Much?
$30,825 and up
Fuel Economy
The Environmental Protection Agency rates the CLA250 at 26 miles per gallon city/38 mpg hwy and 30 mpg in combined city and highway driving. That comes courtesy of a 4-cylinder engine that uses twin turbochargers to coax 208 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque from its 2.0-liter displacement. Such a thrust-to-thirst ratio is impressive, helped by a start/stop function in the CLA's Eco mode, plus the 7-speed transmission.
Standard Features & Options
The CLA ($30,825) is offered in just one trim level, which includes Bluetooth, 5.8-inch display screen, power front seats with memory, rain-sensing wipers, cruise control and a superb leatherette material (known as MB-Tex) as standard. Also included is mbrace2, M-B's telematics system that can connect to the Internet and contact emergency services if an airbag is deployed. There is a sliding scale of subscription plans for this feature.
Because of the aforementioned limited visibility -- rear 3-quarter views, in particular -- checking the options box that says Driver Assist package is going to be $2,500 well spent. This will bring blind spot monitoring, lane-keeping assistance and adaptive cruise control for a little extra confidence.
Many options come within packages. As well as the Driver Assist package, there's the $2,370 Multimedia pack (voice control, navigation, rearview camera, 7-in LCD screen, 10 GB of music storage, 6-disc DVD/CD player) and the $2,300 Premium pack (heated front seats, better stereo, satellite radio, iPod integration, garage door opener, auto-dimming mirrors).
Other options are a panoramic sunroof, bi-xenon/LED taillights, AMG grille, wheels and bumpers, parking assistance and various leather, wood trim and paint choices.
All-wheel drive becomes available early 2014.
Eight airbags (including two knee airbags up front), driver-attention assist and collision-prevention assist add up to a high level of standard safety equipment.
Neither the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration nor the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety has crash-tested the CLA at this time, but the company conducts its own stringent tests, so there's no reason to think that the CLA will ruin M-B's fine reputation for safety.
Behind the Wheel
This is a great engine, punchy enough to reach highway speeds in short order. The sprint from standstill to 60 miles per hour takes a brisk 6.9 seconds. Power comes on in a smooth, linear fashion as the throttle pedal heads toward the floor.
Gear changes from the 7-speed, dual-clutch transmission are similarly silky. This is so much better than a CVT, which is cheaper technology, but usually noisy and slow to respond. The driver can put it in D and forget about it, or use the steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles whenever the desire to be more engaged takes hold.
Riding on optional 18-in wheels means a smaller and therefore less pliant tire sidewall, which only adds to the firm ride. The company might think that young target buyers prefer a stiffer, sportier setup, but Generation Y has to deal with potholes and rough road surfaces like everyone else. For everyday driving, 17-in wheels could be a better bet.
Other Cars to Consider
2014 Acura ILX -- The Acura falls into the newish "premium compact sedan" category and earns praise of a somewhat lukewarm nature. It's cheaper but less powerful than the CLA. It also does not return such good fuel consumption figures.
2015 Audi A3 -- Due on sale in the first half of 2014, the new generation of Audi's premium compact comes as a sedan (the outgoing model is a hatchback). This is shaping up to be the CLA's greatest rival, so kudos to M-B for coming to market first.
2013 BMW 128i Coupe -- Packing 230 hp to play with, the 128i enjoys a rear-wheel-drive setup and a sharp, poised chassis that should appeal to any enthusiast who isn't too tall. The downside is that this is an old-school 2-door coupe.
2014 MINI Cooper Clubman -- Not a coupe or a sedan, the compact MINI Cooper Clubman nevertheless has a certain prestige to go with a lot of driving fun and decent practicality. That's especially true of the range-topping John Cooper Works model.
AutoTrader's Advice
Since there are no specific trim levels, the smartest course for a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 buyer would be to choose options while keeping a calculator close and setting a firm limit on price.


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Wraps have something in common with muffins: Both promise way more than they deliver.
Wraps have something in common with muffins: Both promise way more than they deliver.
With the exception of freshly baked, homemade muffins, most muffins look totally delicious and taste totally blah. Likewise, wraps LOOK good — so much healthier, so much cooler, so much more delicious than boring sandwiches. But when you bite into one, you taste a mucilaginous layer of cheese or mayo, too much bread and not enough filling.
Wraps (like muffins) are best made fresh at home, where you can keep an eye on what goes into them. But the trick is, um, wrapping them. Some of us (we know who we are) have tried many intricate techniques — the envelope fold, the package fold, the swaddling-the-baby fold — only to have our wraps unfold at the critical moment of the first bite. But I recently figured out how to make a wrap using the simplest method possible, one that does not require how-to diagrams or YouTube videos.
The method is this: Slather the wrap (a tortilla or whatever) all the way to the edges with something sticky like cream cheese or hummus. Then layer the extremely thinly sliced filling ingredients — shaved meats, matchstick vegetables, shredded lettuce — in the center of the wrap. Roll the wrap bread as tightly as you can — no folding necessary. Wrap the whole thing in plastic and chill it. When it's time to eat, remove it from the fridge, unwrap and slice.
If you are transporting your wraps to a party, tailgate or picnic, put the slices in a plastic storage container or arrange them on a plate and cover with plastic wrap. If you are taking them for lunch to work or school, simply rewrap the individual pieces.
What you have made is known as a "roll-up," and it is a brilliant way to make and eat any wrap. This method allows you to eat the wrap in smaller segments rather than trying to consume it in its log form, which saves you the embarrassment of having a quarter-pound of shaved turkey fall on the conference table during a brown-bag office lunch. These small wrap pieces are perfect for kids' lunches, as you can give them portions they might actually eat. You also can serve the colorful, attractive wrap segments as appetizers.
According to "The Oxford Companion to American Food and Drink," edited by Andrew F. Smith, wraps began in — where else? — Northern California in the 1990s and were inspired by Mexican burritos. Those free-spirited Golden Staters branched out, however, and wraps now might contain everything from PB&J to Peking duck. Wrap breads have also evolved to include anything flat and pliable — not just tortillas, but lavash, naan, chapatis and more.
Once you have the method down, you hardly need a recipe. The one here is merely a guide to give you a rough idea of proportions. (You could add thinly sliced roast pork to this recipe.)
Some of my other favorite combinations are hummus (for the "glue") with a filling of spinach, roasted red peppers and feta cheese. Or soft goat cheese (chevre) on lavash (Mideast flatbread) with a filling of thinly sliced grilled lamb, fresh mint, arugula, kalamata olives and tomatoes.
And there's always peanut butter. Try it with banana, crisp bacon and shredded iceberg lettuce. Weird? Heck no. It's a wrap.
Yield: 24 pieces, or 6 to 8 servings
2 cups grated Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
� cup milk, sparkling cider or beer (a lager like Corona works well)
Several pinches cayenne pepper, to taste (optional)
4 (10-inch) flour or whole-wheat flour tortillas (sold as "burrito size")
4 large leaves romaine lettuce, ribs removed
2 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
8 scallions, trimmed and halved or quartered lengthwise, depending upon thickness
1 ripe but firm avocado, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced
24 sprigs fresh cilantro or flatleaf parsley
1 lime, quartered
In a food processor, pulse cheese, milk (or cider or beer) and cayenne (if using) until creamy. You will have about 1 cup.
Lay a tortilla on a flat work surface. Spread � cup of the cheese mixture thinly over the tortilla, making sure to spread it all around the edge. (This is key.)
Place a lettuce leaf in the center of the tortilla. Add about � of the carrots, cucumber, scallions and avocado. Add 6 sprigs of cilantro or parsley. Squeeze lime juice over all. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
Roll up the tortillas as tightly as possible. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate 30 minutes.
Remove the plastic wrap. You can trim the ends or leave the pieces of vegetables and cilantro sprigs sticking out. Cut each roll in half. Cut each half into 3 pieces (6 pieces per roll). Serve immediately or rewrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until needed.


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Friday, June 08, 2007
Hog Pen and the near end of the Prius
We spent the day in Anderson Valley seeing Broken Leg and Hog Pen vineyards.
Hog Pen will become a great vineyard. Last year and hopefully this year, we will get upper Hog Pen. It is planted with a variety of Syrah clones. Much more exciting, we went and saw lower Hog Pen. This vineyard, planted with Merlot in 1995, is being grafted over with Syrah - 877 and 174 and will be ours for the next five years at least. It is located in Mendocino Ridge Appellation tucked near the top of a ridge.
Lower Hog Pen won't produce fruit until next year. Upper hasn't flowered yet.
The only downside, it is beyond the Prius' reach. We were supposed to meet the grower at the end of the paved road. Due to the lack of cell phone coverage, we missed him. Wanting to see the vineyard, we ventured down the steep road with our little Prius. The Prius is great for vineyard visits - we often get 60 MPG on the road. We made it to the vineyard. It look great and we are very excited!
Only problem, the Prius didn't have the traction to make it our of the vineyard. We got about halfway up the hill and no go - we started to spin. We had to be towed - oh well, all in a days work.
Next time, we will take photos...
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Breast cancer is cancer that starts in the tissues of the breast. There are two main types of breast cancer:
In rare cases, breast cancer can start in other areas of the breast.
Breast cancer can be invasive or noninvasive. Invasive means it has spread from the milk duct or lobule to other tissues in the breast. Noninvasive means it has not yet invaded other breast tissue. Noninvasive breast cancer is called "in situ."
Many breast cancers are sensitive to the hormone estrogen. This means that estrogen causes the breast cancer tumor to grow. Such cancers have estrogen receptors on the surface of their cells. They are called estrogen receptor-positive cancer or ER-positive cancer.
Some women have HER2-positive breast cancer. HER2 refers to a gene that helps cells grow, divide, and repair themselves. When cells (including cancer cells) have too many copies of this gene, they grow faster. In the past, women with HER2-positive breast cancer have a more aggressive disease. They have a higher risk that the disease will return (recur) than in women who do not have this type. This may be changing with specifically targeted treatments against HER2.
Over the course of a lifetime, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer.
Risk factors you cannot change include:
Other risk factors include:
Breast implants, using antiperspirants, and wearing underwire bras do not raise the risk of breast cancer. There is also no evidence of a direct link between breast cancer and pesticides.
Early breast cancer usually does not cause symptoms. This is why regular breast exams are important. As the cancer grows, symptoms may include:
Men can get breast cancer, too. Symptoms include breast lump and breast pain and tenderness.
Symptoms of advanced breast cancer may include:
The doctor will ask you about your symptoms and risk factors. Then the doctor will perform a physical exam. The exam includes both breasts, armpits, and the neck and chest area.
Tests used to diagnose and monitor patients with breast cancer may include:
If your doctor learns that you do have breast cancer, more tests will be done. This is to check if the cancer has spread. This is called staging. Staging helps guide future treatment and follow-up. It also gives you an idea of what to expect in the future.
Breast cancer stages range from 0 to IV. The higher the staging number, the more advanced the cancer.
Treatment is based on many factors, including:
Cancer treatments may include:
Hormone therapy is prescribed to women with ER-positive breast cancer to block certain hormones that fuel cancer growth.
Targeted therapy is also called biologic therapy. It uses special anticancer drugs that target certain changes in a cell that can lead to cancer. One such drug is trastuzumab (Herceptin). It may be used for women with HER2-positive breast cancer.
Cancer treatment can be local or systemic.
Most women receive a combination of treatments. For women with stage I, II, or III breast cancer, the main goal is to treat the cancer and prevent it from returning (curing). For women with stage IV cancer, the goal is to improve symptoms and help them live longer. In most cases, stage IV breast cancer cannot be cured.
After treatment, some women will continue to take medicines such as tamoxifen for a time. All women will continue to have blood tests, mammograms, and other tests after treatment.
Women who have had a mastectomy may have reconstructive breast surgery. This will be done either at the time of mastectomy or later.
New, improved treatments are helping persons with breast cancer live longer. Even with treatment, though, breast cancer can spread to other parts of the body. Sometimes, cancer returns even after the entire tumor has been removed and nearby lymph nodes are found to be cancer-free.
How well you do after being treated for breast cancer depends on many things. The more advanced your cancer, the poorer the outcome. Other factors used to determine the risk of recurrence and the likelihood of successful treatment include:
After considering all of the above, your doctor can discuss your risk of having a recurrence of breast cancer.
You may experience side effects or complications from cancer treatment. For example, radiation therapy may cause temporary swelling of the breast (lymphedema), and aches and pains around the area.
Lymphedema may start 6-8 weeks after surgery or after radiation treatment for cancer. It can also start slowly after cancer treatment is over. You may not notice symptoms until 18-24 months after treatment. Sometimes it can take years to develop.
Ask your doctor about the side effects you may have during treatment.
Contact your health care provider if:
Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms after being treated for breast cancer:
Tamoxifen is approved for breast cancer prevention in women aged 35 and older who are at high risk. Discuss this with your doctor.
Women at very high risk of breast cancer may consider preventive (prophylactic) mastectomy. This is surgery to remove the breasts before breast cancer is ever diagnosed. Possible candidates include:
Your doctor may do a total mastectomy to reduce your risk of breast cancer. This may reduce, but does not eliminate the risk of breast cancer.
Many risk factors, such as your genes and family history, cannot be controlled. But making healthy lifestyle changes may reduce your overall chance of getting cancer. This includes eating health foods:
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By: Parrys Raines, Category: Science, Date: 22 Mar 2011
Tim Flannery is someone I truly admire. I know those who were able to get tickets for his talk this week will be very inspired. I wish I could be there!
I was too late in getting tickets to hear Tim talk so I can't wait to hear the response from people who were quicker than me to get the tickets and what they have to say about his talk. Tim is on my list of people I want to meet but I just have to wait for another opportunity! I would love to interview him for my website!
Hi Lynda, last night was great. To meet Tim was so speical so thanks again to you and to Serena for making it possible. Tim is very inspirational and I was able to do a quick interview with him that I will post in the next few days!
Hi Lynda, I would love to interview him for the blog. I will bring my questions so if there is an opportunity I will be ready!! Thanks so much. I can't wait to hear his talk.
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is offering affordable luxury furniture, lamps and decorative accessories at the lowest prices of the season right now online and in stores. Finds include sofas, dining tables and beds from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams at 40% off! Modern and traditional furniture from Bloomingdale's own collections, Ralph Lauren and Grange are also included in the sale.
The Bloomingdale's Home Sale includes great finds for every decor style. Chrome accents and calming colors are hallmarks of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams' designs, like the Townsend Dining Table, Monroe Queen Bed, and Carson Sectional. Although they have a sophisticated air about them, their sectionals, beds, chairs and tables still make a space relaxing and inviting. Spontaneous sophistication aptly describes the not too "done" look that these pieces create.
Items from Bloomingdale's own collections are also included in the sale. Their Corsica collection blends contemporary style with traditional craftsmanship for a simple and elegant look. The 2-pc. Corsica Sectional is made in Italy and luxuriously clad in white leather, making it a real showpiece for your living space.
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Our households generate a lot of waste over a period of time, the packaging of groceries we buy leave most of us with more trash than we need. What are the cheapest and simplest ways to curb this problem?
Step 1. Convert your bills/receipts into electronic statements
Most banks and stores allow you to receive electronic statements via email or SMS and this is an effective way to cut down on your paper waste. If you are not yet able to get access to your accounts or bills electronically, speak to your bank or store to set it up.
Step 2. Swop paper towels for cloth towels
While you can't get rid of paper towels completely, there are certain functions around the house that cloth towels can fulfill. Instead of using paper towels to wipe your kitchen counters or use as napkins, try using cloth towels and you immediately cut down on paper waste. You can re-use your cloth towels after you've washed them and they generally last longer.
Step 3. Get used to using reusable shopping bags instead of plastic bags
Plastic bags probably account for a big portion of the monthly waste around the house because they are so easy to accumulate. Why not opt for reusable plastic bags or cotton shopping bags when you do your grocery shopping? This way you can reuse them and they will save you the headache of storing millions of plastic bags.
Step 4. Store food in glass containers
Original packaging of groceries might seem like the most logical thing to use when storing your food but they take up more space than if you put all your food items in their respective containers that are marked. This will not only reduce the amount of waste in your house but also keep your cupboards organised.
Step 5. Buy bulk items if you can
It's not always easy to buy in bulk because it generally costs more money in the short term but you actually save more in the long term. When you buy in bulk you use less packaging than you would when you buy smaller quantities more frequently so always keep that in mind the next time you go shopping. If you buy a lot of perishable items, you could freeze them to preserve them for longer and cut down on your waste.


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Uh, Wolf Haley, Golf Wang
[Verse 1]
I'm a fuckin' walkin' paradox — no, I'm not
Threesomes with a fuckin' triceratops, Reptar
Rappin' as I'm mockin' deaf rock stars
Wearin' synthetic wigs made of Anwar's dreadlocks
Bedrock, harder than a motherfuckin' Flintstone
Making crack rocks outta pussy nigga fishbones
This nigga Jasper tryin' to get grown
About five, seven of his bitches in my bedroom
Swallow the cinnamon, I'ma scribble this sin and shit
While Syd is tellin' me that she's been gettin' intimate with men
(Syd, shut the fuck up)
Here's the number to my therapist (Shit)
You tell him all your problems, he's fuckin' awesome with listenin'
Wolf Haley, Golf Wang
Wolf Haley, Golf fuckin' Wang
[Verse 2]
Jesus called, he said he's sick of the disses
I told him to quit bitchin', this isn't a fuckin' hotline
For a fuckin' shrink, sheesh, I already got mine
And he's not fuckin' workin', I think I'm wastin' my damn time
I'm clockin' three past six and goin' postal
This the revenge of the dicks; that's nine cocks that cock 9's
This ain't no V. Tech shit, or Columbine
But after bowling, I went home for some damn Adventure Time
(What'd you do?) I slipped myself some pink Xannies (Yeah)
And danced around the house in all-over print panties
My mom's gone, that fuckin' broad will never understand me
I'm not gay, I just wanna boogie to some Marvin
(What you think of Hayley Williams?)
Fuck her, Wolf Haley robbin' them
I'll crash that fuckin' airplane at that faggot nigga B.o.B is in
And stab Bruno Mars in his goddamn esophagus
And won't stop until the cops come in
I'm an overachiever, so how about I start a team of leaders
And pick up Stevie Wonder to be the wide receiver? (Cool)
Green paper, gold teeth, and pregnant golden retrievers
All I want – fuck money, diamonds, and bitches; don't need 'em
But where the fat ones at? I got somethin' to feed 'em
It's some cooking books, the black kids never wanted to read 'em
Snap back, green ch-ch-chia fuckin' leaves
It's been a couple months
And Tina still ain't perm her fuckin' weave
Wolf Haley, Golf Wang
Wolf Haley, Golf Wang, yeah
Goddamn goblin
Wolf Haley, Golf Wang
Wolf Haley, Golf Wang, yeah
[Verse 3]
They say success is the best revenge
So I beat DeShay up with the stack of magazines I'm in
Oh, not again! Another critic writing report
I'm stabbin' any bloggin' faggot hipster with a pitchfork
Still suicidal, I am
I'm Wolf, Tyler put this fuckin' knife in my hand
I'm Wolf, Ace gon' put that fuckin' hole in my head
And I'm Wolf, that was me who shoved a cock in your bitch
(What the fuck, man?) Fuck the fame and all the hype, G
I just wanna know if my father would ever like me
But I don't give a fuck, so he's probably just like me
A motherfuckin' goblin
(Fuck everything, man) That's what my conscience said
Then it bunny-hopped off my shoulder, now my conscience dead
Now the only guidance that I had is splattered on cement
Actions speak louder than words, let me try this shit
In this interview Tyler explains that this song is meant to be a "conversation" between himself and his white, evil, swagged-out alter ego Wolf Haley.
Also, every line contradicts itself (just something to think about).
Trivia: At the end of Goblin Dr. TC says "So you told me you went to New York.." and then Yonkers starts. Yonkers is a city in NY. Rapper Lil Zane was born in Yonkers, NY and was also a re-occurrence in Tyler's tweets, with Tyler frequently acting like or shouting him out. Lil Zane ended up dissing Tyler in a freestyle.
The masterful music video was self-directed (did you think it was Hype Williams?)
Here Tyler explains why he called the song "Yonkers".
Niggas don't understand that that beat was made as a joke! I was tryna make a shitty New York Beat, and we was just rapping like we was from New York! Like we were retarded, and then I had some random verses and I was like I'll actually record it to this beat. Like this beat is kind of cool, and then niggas really liked it and that's so nuts ,because that shit was a fucking joke that song like I made that beat in 8 minutes.
This song pretty much blew up after Kanye West tweeted the video in February 2011, calling it the video of the year. Tyler even acknowledged this himself on Goblin.
This combined with the graphical, provocative nature of the video (Tyler eating a cockroach irl)
and Tyler & Hodgy Beats' now classic TV debut appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon around the same time, led to Odd Future's shocking assault on hip-hop and the American public.
Yonkers became everyone's introduction to Odd Future, for better or for worse, with the song and its video becoming so popular, that Tyler would later admit that he hated performing it during live shows, even going to the point of mocking it by changing lyrics and letting fans sing entire verses for him.


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Splice (UK - DVD R2)
Marcus had to end the experiment after Adrian Brody got a little too friendly with it
In a scientific endeavour to produce a new protein that could revolutionise medical science, genetic engineers Clive Nicoli (Adrien Brody) and Elsa Kast (Sarah Polley) find themselves at a crossroads when their promising project is taken over by their financers and their proposal to use human DNA in their experiments is denied.
Keeping their work a secret, Clive and Elsa splice their research with human DNA just to see if their theory would work. It does and rather than terminating the experiment they allow the creature they've created to grow, naming it Dren (Delphine Chanéac) and growing ever more attached to their creation. However with the predatory streak running though Dren growing and her intelligence increasing every day, it's not long before she wants to live her own life and with her creators being the only thing standing in her way, things are going to get messy.
I don't think I can write about my feelings for Splice without the review falling into a full on spoiler write up, so if you've not seen the movie yet or don't want to know the details skip on to the A/V sections.
The first half of Splice is a joy. Good old movie science that echoes real world concerns and delves into the ethics of scientific progression. It's well paced and has a well handled subject matter, with Brody and Polley giving us two pretty great forward thinking movie scientists. These characters are doing some great science and despite making terrible decisions with very little concern about the protocols around them it all adds up to great drama for a sci-fi movie and it's all very easy to swallow (though the amounts of times they nearly terminate the experiment and don't is ridiculous).
On top of that, the visuals for Dren are astonishing. Nearly everything about this experiment feels real from its birth and right through the accelerated growth. Every stage of Dren's progression feels genuine and I knew the effects were working well because their realism made me feel a little creeped out.
However, that's the first half. From about the forty nine minute mark Splice's solid set up begins to crumble and what was once great science gives away to some shoddy fiction. Our two lead scientists go from careful, secretive risk takers to full blown idiots. Transporting Dren in a cardboard box and taking her outside is bad enough (what did they think was going to happen?), but keeping her in a decrepit old barn is so far away from secure it's unreal, without the added nonsense of them leaving Dren unwatched to go to work every day.
But it doesn't stop there. We start getting a feel that Elsa's childhood might not have been great with an abusive mother and some bad parenting and to make matters worse, super scientist Elsa starts showing traits of this herself towards Dren. This honestly feels like it comes out of nowhere (despite the breadcrumbs laid earlier in the film). To make it even worse Splice throws yet another curveball, having Clive have sex with Dren. That's right, Adrian Brody's character not only ends up kissing the goat legged, bald alien looking experiment, but he gets proper into it too on the barn floor. Not once thinking this is wrong on a number of levels. I mean Dren seems like a nice girl (despite the poison tail and the weird screeching noises) and she looks a little bit like Nadine from Girls Aloud but besides the fact he's a scientist and he knows what she is, he's sort of her dad too in a roundabout way which make the entire scene feel forced for the sake of entertainment/grossing the audience out as opposed to a genuine plot twist.
Now within all this nonsense going on, I'm still sort of liking the questions raised about the scientific implications of the situation and Elsa's de-tailing of Dren is a truly disturbing scene, but even if I thought Splice could recover after the sex scene (I have to admit I love the scene where Brody attempts to explain what happened. I mean, what do you say in that situation really?) the story takes another turn and rather than dealing with the problems at hand, jumps ship and heads for a full on movie monster finale.
Dren seemingly dies and comes back as an over aggressive male. Clive and Elsa go chasing after it, there's a frickin' terrible moment where Clive drops his lamp in a lake and getting it back becomes a bigger concern than anything the character has been through for the last eighty minutes just for the sake of an obvious "Dren's in the water" scare and then to keep the drama going there's a scene that's literally only there to make a sequel possible (I won't go into it because I've already detailed enough) but by this stage I just didn't care anymore. It all felt too much like Species 2 for me and I zoned out.
I watched Splice, on this second viewing just to see if my initial thoughts on the movie stuck and they really did. I think the first half is brilliant. I believe in these characters and their research and I want to see them pushing the limits of science to their fullest. Their attitude seems great in the realms of movie science and the depiction of their creation is fantastic. However, what starts as good sci-fi ends in bad horror and Splice's DNA ended up full of nonsense.
With the tone of the movie having a cold blue/green tint to it there's barely a natural colour on show, but when they come (mostly in the barn scenes) the transfer can look pretty great. Blacks are deep, colours pop well and the details in the stickier scenes look pretty great.
The image can feel pretty soft in places, especially in wider shots and the special effects look solid for the most part. Generally speaking the transfer is good—there were a few scenes where I noticed some dancing grain but it was pretty minor and while it's not the best DVD transfer I've seen, it does a good job overall.
There's not too much going on across the ninety minutes but the audio for Splice has its moments. With dialogue, everything remains consistent. The odd clever sound effects like bursting pipes or flapping wings come with a punchy bit of bass and a good use of the surround speakers, all adding to the jumps here and there.
On a downside though, the mix suffers in a few scenes where music is playing. The science montage early on in the film has a bit of dance and jazz music keeping the pace going but this element feels a little lost in the mix and when the dialogue comes in, it highlights the weakness further.
Other than that, the rest of the track is fine. There's the odd spike of excitement but it really comes down to selling the sound effects and dialogue and Splice gets the job done, even if it's without bells and whistles.
Kicking off the extras is a interview with director Vincenzo Natali (24:57). This more than makes up for the lack of commentary and has the director telling us of the story's inspiration and how we'd be surprised about how close it is to reality—he also hints about how some of it is close to his own experiences (all I kept thinking of is that he might have slept with a cloned animal and that's why the Brody sex scene was so intense).
'A Directors Playground' (32:09) is a good lengthy featurette focusing on the director and the making of the movie. There's plenty of on-set footage and to level it off there's 'Behind the Scenes' (33:14) which is more cast and crew interview heavy, so combining the two extras there's a pretty detailed making of. Also rounding off the package is the trailer (01:51).
I want to like Splice, really I do. It's solid sci-fi goodness for the most part, but the second half just chips away at my enjoyment until I'm left with one big eye rolling motion towards the movie as a whole.
The disc looks and sounds good and has a great set of extras, so fans should be happy with the release but try as I might, I can't quite count myself as one after my two viewings of this flawed sci-fi movie.
Review by Marcus Doidge
Suitable only for persons of 15 years and over
Disc Details
Release Date: 29th November 2010
Discs: 1
Disc Type: Single side, dual layer
RCE: No
Video: PAL
Aspect: 1.85:1
Anamorphic: Yes
Colour: Yes
Audio: Dolby Dgitial 5.1 English, Dolby Stereo 2.0 English
Subtitles: English HOH
Extras: Director Interview, Featuette, Behind the Scenes, Trailer
Easter Egg: No
Feature Details
Director: Vincenzo Natali
Cast: Adrien Brody , Sarah Polley, Delphine Chanéac
Genre: Drama, Horror and Thriller
Length: 99 minutes
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A college-readiness program called BUILD shows that it can. They use entrepreneurship to propel disengaged, low-income students through high school to college success. To date, 99 percent of BUILD seniors have graduated from high school and been accepted to college. Eighty-eight percent have been accepted to four-year colleges and universities.
And the Sawyer Business School's Center for Entrepreneurship is helping their cause. Together, the Business School and BUILD recently offered a three-day entrepreneurship boot camp for seven high school students.
Students Get Hands-on Training
Led by George Moker, director of Entrepreneurship Programs, and BUILD faculty, the boot camp offered practical consulting experience with a local startup called Project Repat.
The students spent the first day in a pre-visit workshop at the Sawyer Business School with Professor Moker, focusing on interviewing techniques, problem solving, and role-playing in anticipation of visiting Project Repat in Dudley, Mass. During their visit to Project Repat, the students learned the ins and outs of the business, which sells blankets made out of recycled, nostalgic, T-shirts.
They continued their project over the next two days engaged in classroom discussions and workshops at the Sawyer Business School. Working in teams, the students analyzed the company and pitched ideas on how to expand the business.
"It was a great opportunity for high school students to develop their analytical skills and gain some real-world consulting experience," says Dan Feyock, BSBA '13, who helped set up the partnership last spring.
"I was extremely impressed by the passion and focus shown by our seven BUILD students. In the span of less than three days, a group of high school juniors were able to prepare for their client organization and recommend opportunities, all of which interested Project Repat. Entrepreneurship is an impactful tool as evidenced by how well the student teams were able to provide viable alternatives to their client. We are looking to expand our high school entrepreneurship programs," said Professor Moker.
Partnership Rooted in Shared Vision
"Working with Suffolk students and faculty is a natural fit," says Joseph Grassia, business program manager at BUILD. "We want to get our students on college campuses as much as possible. We're very lucky to have a forward-thinking entrepreneurial university right next door," said Grassia.
BUILD's connection with Suffolk first started with Suffolk's entrepreneurship honors society Sigma Nu Tau.
"BUILD offered Sigma Nu Tau the perfect opportunity for us to mentor young entrepreneurs and have an impact in our community," said Feyock, who's the former president of Sigma.
"Suffolk University joined Sigma Nu Tau two years ago and we have inducted 60 entrepreneurship majors. I am so proud of the officers and members who chose BUILD as the cornerstone of their mission in the area of social entrepreneurship. Our students work directly on designing and implementing programs to help high school students with their entrepreneurial spirit," said Professor Moker.
Since the spring, Sigma members have been volunteering three days a week at BUILD, mentoring students and helping them develop new businesses ideas.
"We want our honors society members and faculty to be accessible to BUILD so that their students have strong role models," Feyock said.
Sigma members have also volunteered at BUILD events and helped coordinate the BUILD Step-Up Ceremony, which was held at Suffolk earlier this year.
"We hope to develop more programs and events with BUILD. The goal is to show BUILD students that college is a realistic goal and for us to be positive role models for them," Feyock said.


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Islam is a political ideology as well as a faith. There are many verses in the Qur'an that refute the typical assertion: "Jihad is allowed only for self-defense".
From the aforementioned article:3. Jihad.Islamic scholar Jamal Badawi, chairman of the Islamic Information Foundation in Halifax, insists that a jihad is `permitted only in self-defense or against tyranny and oppression -- not as a tool to promote Islam.''But, experts added, the ancient Islamic empires were built as much by force as by persuasion.... The caliphs, who succeeded Mohammed as leaders of the Arab world, successfully took up arms against the Christian Byzantine Empire in Egypt and the Holy Land...Within 200 years after its inception, Islam had spread through a huge geographical area and many converts were made by the sword.
"The people of Homs replied [to the Muslims], "We like your rule and justice far better than the state of oppression and tyranny in which we were. The army of Heraclius we shall indeed, with your 'amil's' help, repulse from the city." The Jews rose and said, "We swear by the Torah, no governor of Heraclius shall enter the city of Homs unless we are first vanquished and exhausted!"... The inhabitants of the other cities—Christian and Jews—that had capitulated to the Muslims, did the same ("Byzantine-Arab Wars", Wikipedia)
In the Levant, the invading Rashidun army were engaged by a Byzantine army composed of imperial troops as well as local levies.[1] According to Islamic historians Monophysites and Jews throughout Syria welcomed the Arab invaders, as they were discontented with Byzantine rule.Politico-religious events (such as the outbreak of Monothelitism, which disappointed both the Monophysites and the Chalcedonians) had sharpened the differences between the Byzantines and the Syrians. Also the high taxes, the power of the landowners over the peasants and the participation in the long and exhaustive wars with the Persians were some of the reasons why the Syrians welcomed the change
In Muslim histories, the battle is usually described as the Muslims' attempt to take retribution against a Ghassanid chief for taking the life of an emissary... Muslim historians say that the immediate impetus for a military march north was the mistreatment of emissaries. Muhammad is said to have sent emissaries to the nomadic Banu Sulaym and Dhat al Talh tribes of the north (tribes under the protection of the Byzantines). The emissaries were killed. The expedition sent for revenge was the largest Muslim army raised yet against a non-Meccan confederate force and would be the first to confront the Byzantines. According to F. Buhl, another possible reason "seems to have been that he wished to bring the Arabs living there under his control."According to later Muslim historians, Prophet Muhammad dispatched 3,000 of his troops to the area in Jumada al-awwal of the year 8 A.H., i.e., A.D. 629, for a quick expedition to attack and punish the tribes.
I prefer Chrisitianity NT/OT Church.
Judeo-Christian is a Christian term that Jews do not believe, Abrahamic a Muslim construct that people who should know better have adopted.
The problem with the latter is that even if you argue that the Muslims, Jews, and Christians all look to Abraham (true enough), it leaves out Manicheanism, Mandaeans, etc. who also look to Abraham.
It really is only useful when you are contrasted these faiths with the Dharmic religions or the Far Eastern etc.
my situation-that I am still considered Jewish under Jewish law (because of my maternal grandmother), although I've never been a Jew all my life-"it's just like a pearl: even if it is buried in mud, it is still a pearl."
I vote Israel Blows That aid Ship to Smithereens ........And They Sink the Catholic Idol, Statue Of Mary with it......
Quote from: stashko on March 20, 2011, 05:37:11 AMI vote Israel Blows That aid Ship to Smithereens ........And They Sink the Catholic Idol, Statue Of Mary with it...... I hope you're not bothering to fast.
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Earlier this year I started writing buyers' guides for every carrier, and I intended to update them each month. Then I got fed up with the locked phones and service contracts that the carriers offered, so I ported my number to Google Voice, paid Verizon my $300 ETF, signed up for a pre-paid plan, and went back to using unlocked devices.
For consumers on a tight budget, switcing to the pre-paid world can be challenging at first. The cost of leaving your carrier during the middle of a contract and the cost of buying an unlocked phone could force you to spend 3-6x times your monthly carrier bill.
Once you get past the initial expenses, your savings could quickly add up. I switched from Verizon to Straight Talk (AT&T), which instantly saved me around $50 per month, or roughly $600 per year. That same $600 is about the cost of most high-end Android phones that are unlocked and sold without a service contract. This means your potential first-year savings could absorb the entire cost of any new Android phone you want.
After making the switch to using an unlocked Android phone on Straight Talk, I see no real reason to return to the land of locked phones and post-paid service plans. I have the freedom to choose the device I want, I can choose what network it operates on, I can decide what software it runs, and I can switch from device to device, and carrier to carrier, without signing another contract.
There are many places to purchase unlocked phones, and I have found that Amazon Wireless offers the largest selection, lowest prices, and fastest service. I'm a member of Amazon Prime so I get free 2-day shipping on most items, but it's still a good deal even with shipping added in.
If you are considering making the switch to an unlocked phone, here is some advice from someone that just made the journey.
What is an unlocked phone?
Unlocked devices are phones that recognize SIM (Subscriber Identification Module) cards from any carrier. A locked phone will only recognize a SIM card from a particular carrier. The "lock" is a software setting that keeps the cell phone "loyal" to one carrier.
Why should I buy an unlocked phone?
We have already touched on some reasons to shred your wireless contract, but I'll recap some of the highlights.
- Unlocked phones cost less in the long run. Do the math.
- Unlocked phones are not altered by a carrier. No need to worry about crap apps or gimped hardware.
- Unlocked phones receive Android updates faster directly from the manufacturer vs carrier locked phones.
- Unlocked phones give consumers more control of plans and pricing. No contracts, no commitments, no hidden fees.
- Unlocked phones have a higher resale value.
Check out 7 Things you should know about pre-paid smartphone service before you switch for more info.
Why should I not buy an unlocked phone?
Unlocked phones are not for everyone. Some reasons you might want to pass on unlocked phones include:
- No 4G LTE access. In the future we might see pre-paid service plans with 4G LTE, but right now you are limited to HSPA+.
- Large families might be better off with a post-paid plan. Rates vary from carrier to carrier, but a family plan with shared minutes and data might be cheaper than a bunch of individual pre-paid plans.
- No in-store support. If you enjoy walking into your local carrier store to get support with your phone, then you might pass on an unlocked device. Most carriers will not provide support for a device they did not sell, so you will have to turn to the manufacturer for help and warranty claims.
What US networks support unlocked phones?
AT&T and T-Mobile both use the GSM standard and support unlocked phones. Verizon and Sprint rely on the CDMA (Code division multiple access) standard and they will not work with unlocked GSM phones.
Most unlocked phones that were designed for the international market will have no problems running on AT&T's network. T-Mobile USA uses different HSPA+ bands (1700/2100 MHz), which most international phones do not support.
Most unlocked phones will still operate on T-Mobile's 2G Edge network, but they will not have access to the faster HSPA+ speeds. However, T-Mobile does plan to launch HSPA+ service on the 1900 MHz band by the end of 2012, so they will eventually support many unlocked devices at faster data speeds.
- AT&T HSPA+ bands: 850/1900 MHz
- T-Mobile HSPA+ bands: 1700/2100 MHz, 1900 MHz coming by end of 2012
Some devices like the Galaxy Nexus support up to five bands (850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz) and will operate on both AT&T and T-Mobile. Check the bands on an unlocked phone before you make your purchase.
What are the best service plans for unlocked phones?
This topic deserves a separate post (coming soon), but here is a quick summary. Unlocked phones can be used on most of AT&T's and T-Mobile's service plans, but using those won't net you any extra savings. The best option is to go prepaid with services such as Straight Talk SIM, Simple Mobile, Solavei, or T-Mobile Monthly 4G. Check out our post Top Pre-paid Plans for Android Phones for more info.
I chose Straight Talk SIM because they let you choose between AT&T's or T-Mobile's network. I'm also currently testing Solavei and Simple Mobile on T-Mobile's network.
Tips for Buying from Amazon
Check who is selling and fulfilling the product: Amazon uses a number of sellers throughout their site. Each product listing will have a featured merchant, but click through the list of sellers to review all your buying options. Some products are shipped by the seller and others are fulfilled through Amazon's own warehouses. Amazon provides reviews for each seller, so read up on the recent comments if you have any concerns.
Prices will fluctuate daily: You might notice prices jumping up and down before you buy, because of the number of merchants that Amazon uses. One seller might offer a product for $30 cheaper than the competition and then they will sell out and the price will jump back up.
Amazon guarantee: You can buy with confidence because Amazon offers A-to-z Guarantee Protection. The condition of the item you buy and its timely delivery are guaranteed.
Read the reviews: We are providing our picks for the best unlocked Android phone at every price point, but don't take us as the final word. I encourage you to read the user reviews to see what people are saying about the product.
Best unlocked phone for $600-699: Samsung Galaxy Note II
The Good: Large 5.5-inch HD display, S Pen stylus, fast 1.6 GHz Exynos 4 Quad processor, 2 GB RAM, Android 4.1, great camera experience, NFC, massive 3100 mAh battery, microSD slot.
The Not-so-good: Size might be too big for some.
Networks supported: AT&T 4G HSPA+, T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ (in select cities)
Last Amazon price: $680 (White) or $682 (Gray)
Final Words: The Galaxy Note II is the best super-sized phone you can buy. It features the largest display, fastest processor, and it ships with the latest version of Android. The Galaxy Note II is also the only unlocked phone on this list with 2 GB RAM, which bodes well for future Android updates.
Best unlocked phone for $500-599: Samsung Galaxy S III
The Good: Large HD display, fast Exynos 4 Quad processor, 1 GB RAM, Android 4.1 rolling out now, great camera experience, NFC, hacker friendly, removable battery, microSD slot.
The Not-so-good: After extended use, I prefer the camera experience on the HTC One X.
Networks supported: AT&T 4G HSPA+, T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ (in select cities)
Full Review: Check out Anthony's review of the Galaxy S III.
Last Amazon price: $555 (Pebble Blue) or $569 (Ceramic White), prices are down around $20 from last month
Final Words: The Galaxy S III is one of the best unlocked phones that money can buy, in terms of hardware. However, you can get a pretty similar experience from the HTC One X for around $50 less.
Best unlocked phone for $400-499: HTC One X
The Good: Amazing camera experience, beautiful design, Beats audio, large vibrant display, quad-core Tegra 3 processor, best version of Sense UI yet, hacker friendly, NFC, Android 4.0 (Android 4.1 coming later).
The not-so-good: No microSD card, battery is non-removable.
Networks supported: AT&T 4G HSPA+, T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ (in select cities)
Full Review: Check out Taylor's review of the HTC One X.
Last Amazon Price: $498, price hasn't move much since last month.
Final Words: The HTC One X offers a premium Android experience with a price that beats the top competitors. Design stands out above the rest. HTC enables you to unlock the bootloader, and there is a growing development community that supports the device. The Tegra 3 chip gives you access to tons of exclusive games from Tegra Zone.
Best unlocked phone for $300-399: Samsung Galaxy Nexus
The Good: Only smartphone shipping with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, usually one of the first devices to receive new versions of Android, hacker friendly, large 4.65-inch display, NFC with Google Wallet, replaceable battery.
The not-so-good: Camera experience is now lacking compared to newer phones like the One X and Galaxy S III, no expandable storage, OMAP4 processor lags behind Snapdragon S4 and Tegra 3, we expect a new Nexus device to go on sale in Q4.
Networks supported: AT&T 4G HSPA+, T-Mobile 4G HSPA+
Last Google Price: $349, same price as last month
Final Words: The Samsung Galaxy Nexus delivers the most bang for the buck. The software experience is so good that you sometimes forget this phone is about to be a year old. This is still a good purchase if you don't mind the camera and no expandable storage, but a the next Nexus is coming soon.
Best unlocked phone for $200-299: Sony Xperia Sola
The Good: Just upgraded to Android 4.0, 3.7-inch Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine (854×480), 5 megapixel Fast Capture Exmor R camera, "Floating Touch" search the web without touching the screen, NFC, available in multiple colors (black, white, red).
The not-so-good: Resolution is only 854×480, but that is pretty standard for this price range, battery capacity is only 1320 mAh.
Networks supported: AT&T 4G HSPA+, T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ (in select cities)
Last Amazon Price: $250, down $15 from last month
Final Words: Last time we chose the HTC One V, but it only supports HSPA+ on the 850 MHz band (no 1900 MHz). The Xperia Sola works on 850/1900, offers twice the internal storage of the HTC One V (8 GB vs 4 GB), and it runs about $25 cheaper.
Best unlocked phone for $100-199: Sony Xperia tipo
The Good: Android 4.0, 3.2-inch display, 800 MHz Snapdragon S1 processor, microSD slot, FM radio, available in multiple colors (black, white, red, blue).
The not-so-good: Low-resolution 480 x 320 display, only 3 megapixel camera, only 2.5 GB internal storage.
Networks supported: AT&T 4G HSPA+, T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ (in select cities)
Last Amazon Price: $160, down $30 from last month
Final Words: Last time we suggested the Xperia Mini Pro, but that phone is starting to age. The new Xperia tipo offers more internal storage, longer battery life, and a better overall experience.
Best unlocked phone for $0-99: LG Optimus One
The Good: Solid build quality, decent 3.2-inch display, microSD slot, removable battery.
The not-so-good: Phone was introduced two years ago, stuck with the outdated Android 2.3, low-resolution camera.
Networks supported: AT&T 4G HSPA+, T-Mobile 4G HSPA+ (in select cities)
Final Words: This phone isn't technically below $100, but it's the best thing available around this price point. I was really impressed with the Optimus One when it debuted a couple years ago, but I'd save up some more money and get a better phone.
Last Amazon Price: $119
Wrapping Things Up
This might not be the best time to purchase an unlocked phone, since we expect Google to unveil several new Nexus devices on October 29th. It is almost certain we will see them unveil the Nexus 4, maybe as low as $399, and we could see the older Galaxy Nexus get another price drop. Wait and see what happens, then make your decision.
Anyone looking for a high-end device will be happy with the HTC One X, Samsung Galaxy S III, or Samsung Galaxy Note II. I have been switching between these devices and you can really tell they are a step ahead of phones from last year.
Even the Samsung Galaxy Nexus offers a premium Android experience at an affordable price of $349. The camera is lacking and the OMAP4 CPU is a year old, but the pure Android 4.1 Jelly bean experience is unmatched.
Looking down the list, it is pretty impressive that you can get an Android 4.0 device for under $200. Once you dip below $100 you start to see the choices drop off, but that should improve as we reach the holiday season. Amazon doesn't sell many phones from the Chinese manufacturers like Huawei and ZTE, but those companies are also helping drive down prices of the low-end phones.
Let us know if you spot any unlocked devices that might be a better pick at any of the price points. We plan to regularly update this as we search out the best deals for unlocked Android phones.


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Miami Dolphins Owner Stepen Ross Gives The Dolphins A Vote Of Confidence
Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross recently said that the Dolphins would be in Super Bowl XLV, and that Chad Henne has the potential to be the best QB in Miami history. That history includes Dolphins QB Dan Marino.
This sounds like something New York Jets coach Rex Ryan would say, and not Stephen Ross, but he did and maybe it will show Chad Henne that the organization is confident in what he is doing.
I like the move, because I want Chad Henne to know that he is supported. Hearing that your boss thinks you can be the best ever has to make you confident in yourself.
There has been talk that Ross is only adding pressure to Chad Henne, but I don't think that is a problem. It will probably only give Henne more confidence. Ross is making a very smart move, because if he can give Henne confidence now, then Henne will have confidence during games to throw the ball long.
Having someone who believes in you and sees your potential is huge. Not only is Ross impacting Henne, he is also impacting the whole Dolphins team because he is telling them that he believes in what they can do with his Super Bowl prediction.
Maybe his words will have no effect on what will happen for the Dolphins next season, but that isn't likely. Ross is standing behind the players he has and is showing them he thinks they are able to succeed.
This could be a really smart thing for Ross to say, but only time will tell.
Let me know what you guys think in the comments.
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Maybe what Ross says makes a difference, I don't know. I was thinking once a players steps on the field all that rah rah stuff goes bye bye.ReplyDelete
Judging by the reactions of what the fans think about what Ryan says about his team, and his bravado. I don't understand why Ross would go down the same road.
Saying something as he said in private to Henne would carry some weight. Saying it to the Media is window dressing, and has the appearance of being fake and a copy cat. But, I could be wrong !!!
Maybe so, but saying it still shows confidence, whether it is private or public.ReplyDelete
At least this way I know he is confident in his players. That may be part of what he is trying to get, but I can't be sure. Maybe if he can prove to people that he is confident in Henne, other people can be confident in him as well.
Either way, I am glad that he said what he did. The Super Bowl comment was bold, but I like it.
And what were you saying about Rex Ryan? I thought the fans loved what he was doing. Isn't that the reaction he will go for.
- AnonymousJune 7, 2010 at 3:44 AM
It's a good move for national coverage of the team. Ross doesn't seem like the kind of owner to let his team sit in the shadows.ReplyDelete
Yeah, Ross is the kind of owner that I want for my team. Much better than Wayne Huizenga.ReplyDelete
Thank you Anonymous... It's good to see someone else on the site. Keep it up don't be shy :))ReplyDelete


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Hooray for democracy in action. Those affected by the proposed $37 million floodgate across Smith Canal will get a chance to vote on it. Let's hope all the facts are clearly presented to the voters and that alternatives get some attention at the "public outreach meetings."
Hooray for democracy in action. Those affected by the proposed $37 million floodgate across Smith Canal will get a chance to vote on it. Let's hope all the facts are clearly presented to the voters and that alternatives get some attention at the "public outreach meetings."
For starters, we need to see the FEMA flood map showing who is in and out of the flood zone, and who will be required to carry flood insurance regardless of how the vote goes. Another useful map would be one showing the entire urban watershed for Smith Canal, since while San Joaquin River water comes in on the tide from the west, storm water drains in from the other three directions every time it rains.
I expect there will be a thorough environmental impact study. Already the price tag has jumped $7 million to mitigate degradation of water quality in the canal after the gate is installed.
There also needs to be a cost/benefit analysis presented to the voters. In 2008, when this project was first proposed, the estimated cost was $10 million. Now it is up to $37 million. These increases need to be explained and a realistic estimate of the total cost of the project presented.
There also needs to be a thorough explanation of the recent 18 percent increase in the price of basic flood insurance, as well as an explanation of the wild speculation of increases from $1,500 to $5,000 per year.
The voters need an honest appraisal of the risks of flooding in our area. Only when all these conditions have been satisfied will the voters be able to make an informed decision.
By the way, a public hearing to be held 9 a.m. June 5 will automatically exclude a certain percentage of working people from attending. Public meetings need to be held in the evenings.
William Maxwell
Two things bothered me about The Record's Feb. 6 edition. One, in Michael Fitzgerald's column, "Teacher dismissal process long, costly," we do not get teacher Heidi Kaeslin's side. We do get Fitz's kangaroo court assuming a person's guilt without real investigation. Nice touch posting a photo of the person you select to hang.
I have not met nor do I know Kaeslin, but I do know that our school districts are full of nasty politics and corruption, and that people are often railroaded out of their jobs wrongfully.
Everything in The Record about her fight to regain her job and her name has shown her seemingly to be not guilty of what she was accused and fired for.
Do some real homework and some justice to your profession. Trying people in the court of public opinion has been done to death, is dirty, and wrong.
Two, the Opinion page editorial, "Charter case legal, not right," states that Ralph Lee White is the "only person" in town who was troubled by the poorly written rule regarding the number of terms a person may serve on the City Council and as mayor.
When did The Record take that poll? I believe White has the same rights as anyone. Why didn't we ask if the city had not offered to settle with White by clarifying the words and intent once and for all instead of wasting our money?
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The New York Times reported President Obama's nominee to be the next secretary of Treasury, Jack Lew, has investments hidden offshore in the Cayman Islands.
Let's review, Obama's former Treasury secretary, Tim Geithner, has had problems filing his tax returns and now Lew has been sheltering income from the tax man.
So it's bad for Mitt Romney to have offshore accounts, but it's OK for Obama supporters? If not for double standards, Democrats would have no standards at all.
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Invader Zim said
Rooibos Get it's own Sensory Wheel
Saw this article on NPR about a sensory wheel being developed for Rooibos and thought I would share. What are your thoughts?
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Raritea said
That is so interesting! Now there is even more for me to learn about in the world of herbals!
Invader Zim said
I think it's interesting because as far as I'm aware there aren't any teas that have a wheel yet. Maybe with Rooibos getting one, now others will be developed for other teas, but I can only imagine how difficult that would be.
Lynxiebrat said
Yeah I imagine the other wheels took plenty of time to develop, so this one probably will as well. But still, it is very interesting.


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Kevin Clash, the puppeteer who has provided the voice of Elmo on "Sesame Street" for the better part of the last three decades, has resigned amid allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a teenage boy.
In a statement released Tuesday, Sesame Workshop announced that Clash would not be returning to his job with the long-running children's program, calling it "a sad day for 'Sesame Street.' "
"None of us, especially Kevin, want anything to divert our attention from our focus on serving as a leading educational organization," the statement read. "Unfortunately, the controversy surrounding Kevin's personal life has become a distraction that none of us wants, and he has concluded that he can no longer be effective in his job and has resigned from 'Sesame Street.' "


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Our definition of toy changes as we grow. My favorite toy when I was a kid was my stuffed animal whom I creatively named "Teddy" (as it turns out, he was a monkey, not a bear). Today, my favorite toy is my Kitchen-Aid mixer (no, I'm not giving one of those away).
Toys for Your Kids
Many months ago, I was contacted by Action Toys about reviewing their new cupcake toy, Crazy for Cupcakes. Since my baby is still in the womb (his favorite toy is the umbilical cord), I thought that I would recruit some product tester kids. Sadly, the coordination effort on that task ended up being far more work than I anticipated. So instead, I'm offering the toy to you for your kid to try.
Each "cupcake" in this toy contains four parts – a cup, cake, frosting, and a topper. Your child can mix and match to create his/her own cupcake masterpieces. Some of the parts are also scented. I tried really hard to smell them through the plastic, but the smell does not come through. If you win, you'll have to let me know what you think.
Toys for Your Taste Buds
You will most likely not want to share with your child the second toy I'm giving away .
Sure, your kids like chocolate. I, for one, have plans to raise a chocolate snob who will prefer single-origin bean-to-bar chocolate over the cheap stuff. But if you have to share with your children, try to keep your little ones from eating a whole bar in a single sitting – you're going to want this chocolate to last.
Amano, one of my favorite chocolate companies (see the interview with owner Art Pollard on my now defunct blog, Food Interviews), has recently come out with three new chocolate bars. I had the luxury of trying free samples of all of them and wanted to pass on that joy to one of my readers.
Two of the three new bars are Amano's first milk chocolate bars. I've grown to prefer dark chocolate and the milk chocolate seemed too sweet to me. I certainly wouldn't turn them down, though! They were really good for milk chocolate. I liked the Ocumare a bit better than the Jembrana – it had more complex flavors. If you love milk chocolate, though, you may love them both.
The Montanya bar. Ah, the Montanya bar. Wait – don't stop my day dreaming. This bar was heavenly. It was so full of smoky, spicy bursts of flavor that after I ate a small square, I didn't want to eat anything else for an hour so that the last little bit of flavor could linger in my mouth. To say I loved this bar would be an understatement. If you don't win it, you should buy it!
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Actor, activist Martin Sheen to deliver NEIT commencement address
Award-winning actor and social justice activist Martin Sheen will deliver the commencement address to New England Institute of Technology graduates Sunday, May 6, in Providence. Sheen is a prolific actor and an ardent supporter of causes that advocate peace and encourage justice throughout the world.
A three-time Emmy and Golden Globe award-winner, Sheen is perhaps best known for his role in the film "Apocalypse Now" and for his seven-year run as President Josiah Bartlet on NBC's critically acclaimed series "The West Wing." He has played more than 100 roles since the late 1960s, appearing in such films as "Badlands," "Wall Street," "Gandhi," "Catch Me If You Can," "The Departed," "Bobby," and "The Way," a film written and directed by his son, Emilio Estevez. His forthcoming films include "Stella Days," an independent Irish film, and "The Amazing Spider-Man" in July 2012.
For more than four decades, Sheen has used his celebrity status to lend a voice to peace and social justice issues ranging from nuclear weapons to the treatment of immigrants, the alleviation of poverty and homelessness, and the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. He will receive an honorary doctor of humane letters during New England Tech's commencement.
An honorary degree will also be presented to M. Therese Antone, chancellor of Salve Regina University. Sister Therese served as president of Salve Regina from 1994 to 2009. She is credited with restoring and renovating many of the historic properties on the campus, strengthening Salve Regina's admissions standards, dramatically increasing its endowment, and more than tripling freshman applications for admission. She also expanded community service projects by students, and was instrumental in convincing Congress to establish the Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy at Salve Regina.
Sister Therese is a Rhode Island native and a Salve Regina alumna. Her career has included teaching at all levels. She has been a faculty member, director of development, vice president of institutional advancement, and executive vice president for corporate affairs and advancement at Salve Regina University and has served on numerous boards and committees in the state. New England Tech will present her with an honorary doctor of humane letters.
This year marks New England Institute of Technology's 71st commencement ceremony. Commencement begins at 11 a.m. at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence.


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