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MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia will name a new national coach next week with former England manager Fabio Capello tipped for the job after Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko described talks with the Italian as "productive" on Friday.
"I think we had good impressions on each other. Our talks will continue," former Russian football chief Mutko, who is also a member of FIFA's executive board, told local media.
"Because of a limited time frame I think we will name a new coach early next week, give or take a few days to complete all the paperwork."
The 66-year-old Italian, who quit as England boss in February, is seen by many as the front-runner for the job, which became vacant after Dutchman Dick Advocaat's departure following Russia's failure to get past the group phase at Euro 2012.
Most local outlets reported on Friday that despite having several other high-profile candidates on its list, the Russian FA (RFU) was all but decided on Capello.
"I think Capello is genuinely interested in working in Russia," said acting RFU chief Nikita Simonyan.
"He also is willing to live in Russia full time, not just come here for a few days each month. It says a lot about his intentions to work here."
(Reporting By Gennady Fyodorov, editing by Alan Baldwin)


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Samsung Series 7 Slate XE700T1A
System Specification
- CPU: Intel® Core™ i5 Processor 2467M (1.6GHz, 3MB L3 Cache)
- Memory: 4GB DDR3 System Memory at 1333MHz
- Hard-Drive: 64GB Solid-state Drive (128GB is also available)
- Screen: 11.6" LCD (1366x768)
- Integrated Graphics: Intel® HD Graphics 3000
- Touchscreen: Atmel maXTouch Digitizer (10 points)
- Accelerometer: STMicroelectronics 6-Axis Accelerometer/Magnetometer (LSM303DLH)
- WiFi: Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6230, 2 x 2 802.11abg/n
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 3.0
Getting into and navigating the BIOS is a challenge in itself.
- Turn the Tablet on and then press the home button a few times.
- A menu will come, up but only briefly, you must press one of the volume rocker buttons before it disappears. Pressing the home button at this point will close this dialogue so do not keep pressing the home button for too long.
- Select the setup option with the volume rockers and then press the screen lock button to select it. The BIOS will now load.
To get directly into the BIOS menu, and to skip the above menu, it is generally much easier to simply hold the home button after pressing the power button until the menu pops up.
To Navigate the BIOS, the home, button is escape, the lock button is enter, the volume rocker buttons are up and down and the volume rocker buttons and the lock button pressed simultaneously are left and right.
Use this to enable Legacy USB. This allowed me to use a USB keyboard, and gave me the option to boot from USB. From here it's your classic Arch install. (Installation guide)
The wireless chip works out of the box, both with network and network-manager. However, if you put the networkmanager daemon before the display manager, if you have one, it wireless can sometimes cut out.
Simply install bluez, and whatever front-end (or lack thereof) you like. Enable on startup with systemd by running
# systemctl enable bluetooth.service
The volume rocker buttons and power button seem to be recognised by default. How the rotation lock and home buttons do not.
Press the lock button and the home button, then run
$ dmesg | tail
You should get an output like this
[11888.422895] atkbd serio0: Use 'setkeycodes e027 <keycode>' to make it known. [11888.664814] atkbd serio0: Unknown key released (translated set 2, code 0xa7 on isa0060/serio0). [11888.664820] atkbd serio0: Use 'setkeycodes e027 <keycode>' to make it known. [11890.058469] atkbd serio0: Unknown key pressed (translated set 2, code 0xad on isa0060/serio0). [11890.058476] atkbd serio0: Use 'setkeycodes e02d <keycode>' to make it known. [11890.058941] atkbd serio0: Unknown key released (translated set 2, code 0xad on isa0060/serio0). [11890.058947] atkbd serio0: Use 'setkeycodes e02d <keycode>' to make it known.
See the following article, Setkeycodes, on how to set up these 2 keys.
In addition to that article, before run setkeycodes, you can easily check whether the key you are about to set it to is already set by running
# getkeycodes | grep ###
where ### is your desired keycode.
It is also worth noting, that if you want to use it for a shortcut in Gnome, then you have to try a few different keys, as it's easy to choose a value which Gnome won't allow as it may be a letter in a foreign alphabet or similar. Gnome also won't seem to let you use a value which is not set to anything, so you basically need to find some really obscure keys to use.
In the end I went for 167 (Audio Record) and 171 (Tools)
The xf86-video-intel driver works well with no need for an configuration.
The brightness is most easily changed using the ACPI method detailed on the Backlight#ACPI page.
The touch screen works out of the box (all-be-it only single touch) with x86-input-evdev and the pen works almost perfectly with x86-input-wacom.
In order to get the pen button to emulate a right click, go into the Wacom settings in System Preferences.
Screen Rotation
If you like to use the tablet in portrait mode, or some other orientation than, normal. Simply setting the screen rotation isn't enough since the touchscreen and wacom inputs will still be calibrated to the standard landscape mode.
The touchscreen is calibrated via axis inversion and axes swap. Swapping the axes basically means that the x axis becomes the y and vice verse. Inverting the axis swaps up and down or left and right.
The wacom tablet however, simply uses a number, 0, 1, 2 or 3, however, these don't correspond to the XRandR numbers.
|Evdev Axis Inversion
|Evdev Axis Swap
|Wacom Rotation
|0 0
|1 0
|1 1
|0 1
For non-permanent rotations, there is a simple sh script. Download slate.sh
To rotate 90°
$ ./shate.sh -r
To rotate to a specific XRandR position
$ ./slate.sh -r [0|1|2|3]
You can set the screen to rotate when you press a key combination, or the side buttons if you have set them up #Buttons above. Go to System Settings > Keyboard > Shortcuts > Custom Shortcuts Click the add button and under the commans, add the path to slate.sh -r. Eg:
/home/USERNAME/scripts/slate.sh -r
Then add. You can now set a shortcut by clicking on it, and pressing the keys you want.
To get multitouch working, install xf86-input-evdev-multitouch-gitAUR from the AUR and mtdev from Extra. I also installed ginnAUR and all Ubuntu's uTouch (dependencies of ginn). The default setup gave me 2 finger scrolling in all the apps I tested.
You can test multitouch by running:
# mtview /dev/input/event##
I recommend using the pen to make the window full screen.
I order to get per pixel scrolling rather than just relying on gestures, install gtk3-ubuntuAUR. It currently seems a bit buggy for me perhaps it should be left to the more adventurous.
The Series 7 Slate, as far as I can tell uses a STMicroelectronics LSM303DLH Accelerometer/Magenetometer. I am currently trying to get that up and running. Once I do, I'll post instructions on the LSM303DLH page.
After installing Gnome, the sound works without any extras. The rocker buttons on the side also work without any problems.
The to get the webcam to work, gstreamer0.10-bad-plugins or similar is required.
I have had no issues with the dock. It seems to be working as expected.
There are instructions on how to set up a Bluetooth Keyboard, however, if you have Gnome installed, run System Settings > Bluetooth. Make sure bluetooth is on. Now press and hold the power button on the keyboard until the LED starts to blink.
Back in the Bluetooth window on the tablet, press the + button below the list of devices. This will take you through a wizard which will pair the keyboard for you. When it gives a code, simply type it in on the keyboard and press enter.
If you make a mistake, the backspace key works as expected.
If you have installed the wacom driver, the stylus works fine.
I use xournal for writing notes, and found enabling, "Use XInput", "Eraser Tip" and "Pressure sensitivity", as well as setting "Button 3 Mapping" to "Eraser" gave the best, and expected results.
The only issue I had was that I like to rest my hand while writing, which of course meant it was registering on the touch screen. Since the touch screen and stylus are independent, you can disable the touch screen with the command
$ xinput set-prop 13 "Device Enabled" 0
and then re-enable it again with
$ xinput set-prop 13 "Device Enabled" 1
While the touch screen is disabled, the pen still works as expected, meaning that you can write your notes, whilst resting you hand on the tablet.

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Educating Orphaned Children
March 11, 2014
Columbia International University alumnus the Rev. Benard Ondiek is an ambitious man. Ondiek, who graduated from CIU in 2005, is the co-founder of a seminary and operates day schools for orphans, both located in his home country of Kenya. He also wants to build high schools for the orphans.
Ondiek's passion for ministry and education, and his Christian testimony, caught the attention of the Columbus, (Ga.) Ledger Enquirer newspaper when he visited Columbus to speak at a missions conference.
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This morning my high school best friend who lives in my building texted me: "Um, I pretty much dressed the baby in the elevator, today." She was looking for me to make her feel less guilty about rushing around to get out of the door, the baby to day care and herself to work. No prob. I texted back. This is my life.
"No worries. I'm wearing Converse sneakers to the office today and JD ate mini muffins on the way to school because I kept hitting the snooze button. I'm also 97% confidant he's wearing a PJ shirt with Adidas pants. He wanted to wear his 'green robot shirt.' I let him!"
Working and motherhood is doable but, I admit hard sometimes. After you factor in the guilt of leaving your child at preschool from 7:15 AM to 6 PM (I do), you have to contend with laundry, bookkeeping, chores—my house looks like someone broke into a toy store and was searching for something FBI warrant style! There are also pine needles everywhere from the dead, crunchy tree in my living room. Must.Remove.This.Weekend.
Then mid-day my Dad calls to tell me he thinks JD is sad about his "Dad." KillJoy! "I found him to be thinking and in deep thought yesterday when I was watching him. He was thinking about him, Christine." My Dad broke this awesome assumption to me while I was neck deep in clothes I was packing for a photo shoot I'm styling on Monday in NYC. "Maybe he is sad Dad. But being sad is apart of life. So is being happy. I'm at work. Byeee!" My son is fine and he was probably thinking about me and why he saw me for forty minutes this whole week. Or let's get real, Disney Aulani, Philly or his dog. And if JD is thinking about this guy, this D.A.D—then I hope he's thinking about his son in NJ. All the time.
To end a day that started with PJ shirt daywear (ah, so chic—bananas!), a crappy Dad revelation from my Dad, I served...frozen pizza and frozen mixed veggies to JD for dinner with delish, wholesome milk. He loved it!
I may not be Mother of the Year—but I'm we're surviving thriving. I accomplished my goals at my freelance job today. I picked up JD when the sky was still pink—not black (this is epic!!!). We ate, played and danced. And my kid is currently asleep. Tomorrow, we're hitting the Jersey Shore. Love the beach in winter. It's magical. Live and love the life you lead. Have a little faith in me...
Share a crazy mom story to make my friend and me feel better about today PLEASE. XO
Friend me on Facebook, follow me on Twitter @JDSMOM2007, order a copy of my single mom memoir, Rattled! (Rattled! is also on iTunes for download) and check out ChristineCoppa.net
*Full disclosure: Disney Aulani is a press trip.


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Since 1986, the "Golden Disk Awards" that was initiated by the Music Industry Association of Korea has been giving recognition to artists for outstanding achievements in South Korea's music industry. Today is the second day of the 27th Golden Disk Awards with the event happening at the Sepang International Circuit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The Red Carpet session started at around 6PM with appearance of various artiste including K Will, Secret, SISTAR, B.A.P, F(X), Teen Top, T-ARA, Epik High, G-Dragon, Lee Hi, Ailee, Heo Gak and Miss A. The weather was much better compared to the first day being under the hot sun, it was rather windy the whole time during the red carpet session.
View the video above recorded when SISTAR arrived at the red carpet.
Check out more pictures of SISTAR below :
[20 Videos] Red Carpet at 27th Golden Disk Awards 2013 – http://bit.ly/VMxvVF
[16 Videos] Performances at 27th Golden Disk Awards 2013 – http://bit.ly/VMxAsl


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When we have a dry period in spring or summer, I get predictable calls about some mysterious pest wreaking havoc on lawns.
When we have a dry period in spring or summer, I get predictable calls about some mysterious pest wreaking havoc on lawns.
However, the dry spots callers describe actually result from an irrigation system�s imperfections, revealed following inadequate rain. During sufficient rainfall, rain masks the irrigation system�s imperfections.
The cause for dry spots may be as simple as a maladjusted spray head, a broken spray head, a plugged nozzle, a tree trunk or tall shrub blocking the water, or grass that has grown over a pop-up spray head.
There may be too few sprinkler heads for adequate coverage, insufficient pressure to operate each zone, an incorrect choice of nozzles or wrongly mixing rotors with spray heads on the same zone.
The homeowner may easily fix some problems, but others require a licensed irrigation contractor�s expertise.
These tests can help confirm whether problem areas result from lack of water versus some mysterious pest.
�Take a soil sample in the root zone. Remove a slice of soil 6-8 inches deep with a shovel. Feel the sample for moisture. Do the same in an adjacent area of the lawn that looks normal, and compare the difference. It should be obvious if there�s a difference in moisture between tested areas.
�Place several empty straight-sided cans, such as tuna cans, in the affected area and several in a normal area of the lawn. Turn on the irrigation system and let it run long enough to collect water in the cans. Compare the water amounts collected in the two areas.
�Occasionally, run your irrigation system and check for obvious maladjusted or broken spray heads.
If these tests do not identify the problem as lack of water, you may have a lawn pest.
But don't guess.
If you're unsure about the diagnosis, contact a reputable lawn care or pest control business or your local UF/IFAS Extension Office.
MASTER GARDENER YARD SALE: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 15, University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural SciencesSanta Rosa CountyExtension Office, 6263 Dogwood Drive, Milton. Free admission. Details: Mary Derrick, 623-3868 or email@example.com. Hearing impaired: 983-5373 (TDD).
BUILDING YOUR FINANCES FOR RETIREMENT WEBINAR: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 20. Register: http://bit.ly/PlanRetire.
TEACH CHILDREN TO SAVE: through July 31. Youths ages 18 or younger who deposit money into a savings account can win a $50 prize. Details: 683-8431; 689-5850, extension 0; or visit your local financial institution.
Larry Williams is an agent at the Okaloosa County Extension office in Crestview.


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Sometimes, having twins - my fraternal boys are 2-1/2 years old - feels like I'm conducting my own nature versus nurture experiment. I'm raising them with essentially the same parenting methods at the same time yet observing radically different outcomes. For instance, I was gung-ho on pacifiers from the second my boys issued their first cries. Now I have one tot who's a Binky addict and one who let us come near him with nary a Nuk and, instead, could be consoled only when held upside down (don't ask). I sleep trained them both at 6 months, but two years later I have one little guy who still pops awake three to four times a night - demanding milk or water or a kiss - and another who snores through it all like a sailor hitting the hay after a 16-hour deck shift.
My hypothesis so far: Those parenting decisions that you grapple with? You know, like some of the ones you've already made (whether to co-sleep or get a crib, nurse or bottle-feed)? The ones you fight with your partner about because you think your child's future depends on what the two of you choose? Eh, maybe not worth losing too much sleep over.
Of course, the choices you make during your baby's first year do matter - just not always in the ways you expect. Following, a cheat sheet for some of the biggest parenting-strategy face-offs, to help you make decisions you feel comfortable with.
Decision: Feed on Demand vs. Feed on a Schedule
During those bleary first weeks, many new moms end up feeding on demand by default. (Who has the mental energy to formulate a workable schedule?) Plus, most experts agree that on-cue feeding is best for newborns, who need frequent fill-ups anyway. But once your baby starts sleeping for longer stretches (four or five hours) at night, you'll probably notice that he's able to drink more less often, possibly creating his own eating schedule. What's typical at this point? A bottle or nursing session every three hours, for a total of eight or so feedings per 24-hour period. When he hits this stage, you can try to shift his natural schedule to times that work best for you, says Alan Greene, M.D., author of From First Kicks to First Steps and Feeding Baby Green. But if your tyke hangs on your boob for hours on end or nips from a bottle all day long, talk to your pediatrician about gradually increasing the time between feedings so that your baby will drink more at each one. Consider offering your little nipper a pacifier in between feedings, too; some babies simply need to suck - a lot.
Many moms, though, enjoy the round-the-clock closeness that demand feeding entails and believe that their babies benefit from their immediate responsiveness. If that's you, there's no need to change what you're doing. If you're formula-feeding, just be careful not to overfeed (it's easier for breastfed babies to self-regulate their intake); Dr. Greene's rule of thumb is to offer your baby two to three ounces of formula for every pound of his body weight, up to a maximum of 32 ounces daily.
Bottom line: If your baby is crying from hunger, of course you wouldn't deprive him. But if a schedule makes for a calmer, happier, more rested you, give it a try. Your baby needs you at your best.
Decision: Pacifier vs. No Pacifier
Your baby may make this decision for you: Some tykes just never enjoy a Binky. But if your newborn takes to a paci à la Maggie Simpson, we kinda think it's a win-win situation. Not only are infants soothed by the act of sucking, says Harvey Karp, M.D., author of The Happiest Baby on the Block, but pacifiers have been shown to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) when used during naps and at bedtime. And contrary to popular belief, pacis do not cause nipple confusion and probably won't lead to orthodontia woes (unless your "baby" uses them past the age of 6 or so).
The catch? Giving a baby a paci means that, eventually, you'll have to wean her off it. If you take the Binky away around 6 months, as the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends, your baby will likely forget about it in a day or so. But show us a mom who willingly gives up this convenient, safe comfort crutch at exactly 6 months and we'll show you a pig with wings. Once you've got a paci addict on your hands, you're probably not going to wean until 1 year or (much) later, at which point it can be more difficult. To make it easier, put limits on when she can use the plug - only in the crib or the car, for example, or only at night.
Bottom line: Binkies can be a mom's best friend and may help protect your child against SIDS.
Decision: Sleep Train vs. Soothe to Snooze
For the first four months, respond to your baby's cries right away and help him feel comfortable in his new world by rocking, feeding, singing, or swaddling him to sleep. "Newborns need help settling down," says Dr. Greene. But somewhere between 4 and 6 months, your child's nervous system unravels from its tangled newborn mass and organizes itself?and he may be ready to soothe himself to sleep. The problem is, your little guy now refuses to go down unless he's had a seemingly endless amount of your pre-sleep, soothing attention. And that's when many exhausted parents decide to sleep train. Popularized by Richard Ferber, M.D., author of Solve Your Child's Sleep Problems (who now believes his progressive-waiting technique was over- and misused), sleep training has many different forms. But the basic idea is this: Put your baby down drowsy but awake. If he cries, talk softly and rub his back to console him. Leave for a few minutes and then return to soothe him if he's still upset. Repeat until he falls asleep. Each night, lengthen the time you let him fuss by a few minutes, until it's no longer necessary. Though no one likes to hear her infant cry, proponents believe that a few tough nights are worth it if your child can get more uninterrupted snooze time.
William Sears, M.D., the father of the "attachment parenting" movement, however, believes that babies need, first and foremost, physical contact and affection. He posits that infants left to cry it out alone may not learn to trust their caregivers. Plus, you might enjoy those evening feeding or rocking sessions (this stage won't last forever, after all).
Bottom line: Do what works best for you. If bedtime battles leave both you and your baby stressed, you may want to consider sleep training. Just rule out other causes of night waking (fever, a dirty diaper, etc.) before letting your tyke cry for any period of time.
Decision: Naps on a Schedule vs. Wherever/Whenever Naps
Your baby will likely snooze every two hours or so for the first few months. If you're committed to putting her down in her crib every time, you may feel like you're trapped at home, but you'll probably also enjoy that downtime. Plus, your baby may settle more easily into a schedule of three regular naps a day (in the morning, afternoon, and early evening) around 4 months, and then two naps (morning and afternoon) around 9 months, than tykes who nap wherever, whenever. Some experts also believe that the sleep kids get in a crib or bed is more sound than the kind they get in a moving car, stroller, or swing.
But on-the-fly naps are a necessity sometimes, especially if you have older kids who need to be carted to and from school, ballet, and soccer. Parents who are more freewheeling with their babies' daytime sleep often attest that their kids are more adaptable, since they can fall asleep in different situations. One thing to watch out for: an overtired, cranky baby. Since your on-the-go napper could be awakened by any pothole, siren, or screaming sibling, she may not get as much shut-eye as she needs.
Bottom line: Your pediatrician may push strict at-home naps, but if your baby is happy and healthy, do what fits best with your whole family's schedule.
Decision: Starting Solids at 4 Months vs. 6 Months
"Even the experts don't agree on the best time to begin," says Marianne Neifert, M.D., author of Great Expectations: The Essential Guide to Breastfeeding. Breastfeeding advocates recommend exclusive nursing for the first 6 months, but plenty of moms will tell you their kids were ready for solid food sooner (and contrary to earlier findings, starting at 4 months does not up your baby's risk for allergies). "Follow your baby's cues," recommends Dr. Neifert. Signs he's ready: He watches longingly when you eat, holds his head steady when he sits upright, and no longer sticks his tongue out when you place food on it. "Just don't start early because you think it will make him sleep through the night." That's a myth, says Dr. Neifert.
Bottom line: Anytime within the 4- to 6-month window really is fine, though you may want to wait until closer to 6 months if you're breastfeeding exclusively.
Patty Onderko is a contributing editor.


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After 10 days of art, wine, and events the Neosho Arts Council's second annual Herman Jaeger Festival wraps up today, with a wine in the garden event scheduled for 5 p.m.
After 10 days of art, wine, and events the Neosho Arts Council's second annual Herman Jaeger Festival wraps up today, with a wine in the garden event scheduled for 5 p.m.
John Mills, president of the Neosho Arts Council, said despite the impact of the cold, wet weather on the later part of the festival, overall the more than a week's worth of events have been a success.
"We certainly had a plan for more participation but we're tickled with those who did participate," Mills said.
On Saturday, several area artists displayed their work in the Neosho Civic, as part of the festival's ArtSquared Spring Art Show and Sale.
The show featured works from 15 different artists, and included, pastels, water colors, oils, acrylics, ceramics, photography, and jewelry.
"The weather, I'm sure, has affected attendance, both the public and artists, so we didn't have quite as many show up as we hoped but the artists we have brought some really great art," Mills said.
Among those displaying their work on Saturday was Jennie Lynn, whose ceramic works were on display along with those of her classmates from Crowder College's ceramics class.
"I use doilies to press into clay to make a pattern, and then do the coloring, glaze them and fire them," Lynn explained. "I hand crochet all the doilies I use except for the little, more intricate ones."
Lynn, of Stella, said this is her first semester working with the ceramic creations she had on display at the show.
Due to weather, some of the 10-day festival's events were canceled or postponed, including the Boulevard Bank Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest, which has been postponed for the fall festival in October.
Still, Mills said while the unseasonable weather kept some people at home during the last few days of the event, events scheduled earlier in the festival drew good attendance.
The "Paint Neosho" plein air painting competition, held Sunday, April 28, through Tuesday, April 30, saw a spike in participation this year, with 35 paintings submitted by eight artists.
"The weather was beautiful for the paint out, and that's why I think we had so many entries," Mills said. "In fact, the judge (artist Jason Sacran) was pleasantly surprised at the quality of artwork."
Mills said the Neosho Arts Council awarded $1,500 in prizes to the group of competition winners.
The festival's events also included a nocturnal painting demonstration, performed by Sacran on Monday, April 29, on the Neosho Square, a food and wine pairing dinner, a wine tasting, and the Jaegerfest Concert, held Saturday evening at the Neosho Civic, featuring the band Walrus.
The festival also included two activities directly related to the man the festival is named for, Newton County's famous grape grower Herman Jaeger.
The Neosho Arts Council's Herman Jaeger exhibit, which includes information on Jaeger's history and grape growing, was on display at the Civic each day of the festival.
Laszlo Kovacs, Missouri State University professor of biology, also spoke twice on Thursday regarding the importance of wild Ozark grapes.
Mills said educating local residents on the impact Jaeger's work had is the purpose of the annual festival.
"The story about Herman Jaeger needs to be told," Mills said. "A lot of people over the world know about Herman Jaeger, but I've found that a lot of people in this region haven't heard the story. That's really the special emphasis of the Jaeger event. To entice people to come and learn that story we combined these other activities."
Jaeger is credited with saving the wine industry in the 1870s, particularly in Europe, after an outbreak of phylloxera (a grape vine louse) nearly devastated vineyards' crops. Jaeger's grape cuttings, grown just east of Neosho, were resistant to phylloxera, and were sent overseas, helping to save the European wine industry.
Mills said he hopes there will be a third annual Herman Jaeger Festival.
"The discussions and the critiques will move forward from here and we'll see if we can figure out how to fine-tune it to make it better," Mills said. "Certainly we urge all area organizations to come up with their own activities that could be headlined during the festival and get more people out."


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"Characterizing the Relative Contributions of Large Vessels to Total Ocean Noise Fields: A Case Study Using the Gerry E. Studds Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary", Environmental Management, vol. 42. Springer Publisher, New York, NY, USA, pp. 735-752, 2008. Hatch_08_EM_Characterizing_contributions_of_vessels_to_ocean_noise_Stellwagen.pdf (715.69 KB),


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Katie spent $120 to make these cards, but had not sold a single one during her first hour of business, sitting in front of the library. She was staying with Occupy Boston until the police evicted their encampment from Dewey Square. A native of Boston, she has been drifting around for the last four years, traveling as far north as Alaska, and as far south as New Mexico. She lived outside in -20 degree in Montana. Her estranged father works for Raytheon, near Philadelphia.
She offered me some cauliflower from a plastic bag. When I asked how old she was, she said, "Didn't people tell you you should never ask a lady her age?"
She has investigated the Transcendentalists and found them half-assed. She said, "From the age of twelve, I've always wanted to be an animal," and that's why she goes barefoot and lives outside as much as possible.
"If you want to be an animal, then Thoreau ain't shit," I said.
"Yes, Thoreau ain't shit."


text: CrescentFresh Posted August 21, 2005 Some friends and I are heading to Spain in a few weeks. We're not looking for El Bulli-caliber recommendations, but more DR.com users' favorites tapas bars, etc. Gracias! There are far too many wonderful tapas places to get lost in in Madrid. Avoid some of the expensive joints right around the Plaza Mayor unless you're simply into the outdoor scene and checking out the people. The only exception to that would be to try "toro tapas bar" (I'm unsure of the name) [La Torre del Oro] that's right in the plaza. It's got pics of bullfighters all over, bulls heads on the wall and black and white checked tiles. Our favorite tapas crawls revolved in the area that stretched from Plaza Mayor down towards the Prado, around Plaza Santa Ana. Chocolateria San Gines, while popular, is a worthy late night (early morning?) stop for chocolate and churros. Also in Madrid, the Asturian cider at Bar Neru. My two biggest recommendations would be: 1) Hop on a bus to Chinchón, about a half hour or so outside Madrid. Aside from being an incredibly beautiful small town frequented by Madrilenos on weekends, you'll find the most incredible roast lamb at Meson Cuevas del Vino. A surprisingly huge place when you compare it to the unassuming entry door. Visit the wine caves downstairs and drink the house tinto. 2) Lots of travel help can be found at Madrid Man's website, which is where I frequently get help on travel to Spain such as the type you're asking for. If you're heading towards Salamanca, I have another restaurant recommendation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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It's Winter! Yet another season of hand washing that leads to the driest skin of the year. Nursing is notorious for being stressful on hands, and we are always on the lookout for new ways to protect our delicate skin. I've been looking at some options that I find particularly interesting, so I thought I'd share with you! I am sure there are some products here that you might not have thought of before!
Lotions to Swear By:
Cure, Targeted Therapy Fast Absorbing Hand & Cuticle Cream (drug stores everywhere)—This lotion helped me survive cold Chicago Winters. It makes skin feel hydrated immediately without feeling greasy, and doesn't wash off through several hand washings.
True Blue Spa, Lay it on Thick (Bath and Body Works)—Made with Shea butter, this is thick and luxurious cream. It is fantastic for overnight hydrating. To really make the lotion absorb, try applying the lotion and then wearing thin cotton gloves to bed. You will wake up with deliciously soft skin!
Tips to Help Prevent Dry Skin:
- Don't rub hands with paper towels. Pat hands dry.
- Apply lotion while hands are still damp. Your hands will absorb more lotion.
- Use lukewarm water, not hot water, to wash hands. Hot water will dry skin further.
- Consider a paraffin wax treatment at your favorite nail salon. They often only cost $5, and the wax moisturizes skin leaving your hands and cuticles supple and soft.
- Before bedtime, soak hands in lukewarm water containing bath oil for 10 minutes, pat hands almost dry (leave hands slightly damp) and then apply Lay it on Thick or another cream lotion.
- Try using a humidifier at night during the winter months. Hand washing in dries skin, but dry hot air in your home contributes to the problem. as well.


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Hollywood, February 1947. "Movie starlet Marilyn Monroe." And the world's luckiest phone book. Photograph by J.R. Eyerman. View full size.
Washington, D.C., circa 1923. "Woman scientist." National Photo Company Collection glass negative, Library of Congress. View full size.
December 1941. "Pearl Harbor burns at Mare Island Navy Yard, California." Color transparency by J.R. Eyerman, Life photo archive. View full size.
Christmas 1960. "Mrs. McKone, RB-47 wife." John McKone, an Air Force lieutenant whose plane was shot down over the Arctic Ocean by the Russians, came home in January 1961 after six months in Lyubyanka Prison. Blurry but atmospheric Kodachrome by Grey Villet, Life photo archive. View full size.
"Texaco Co., Sullivan & Helan station." This Amoco station at 14th and Belmont streets N.W. in Washington's Mount Pleasant neighborhood opened in July 1925. After the discovery of King Tut's tomb, the vogue for all things Egyptian extended even to gas stations. National Photo Company glass negative. View full size.
Washington, D.C., circa 1920. "Moore's Auto Supply Shop, 20th & K streets N.W." Next door at Bowie's Tonsorial Parlor: "Hair-Cutting by Electricity." In addition to the usual services of facial massage and umbrella repair. View full size.
New York. October 5, 1918. "Army students' quarters, Columbia University." 5x7 glass negatives, George Grantham Bain Collection. View full size.
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from a strict business point of view he does not need to know. If he does not own any (copy)rights to that specific piece of music, which are most likely with the producer. From a moral point of view he should have been told,
of course it is up to di producer to give / tell him about it...by respect i would have told him even if him na get any money...
however the world does not get round on rainbows and pink flowers.....[/quote]
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Darrell Wallace Jr. hopes being just the fourth African-American driver with a full-time national series ride will make him more of a NASCAR role model than a trendsetter.
The 19-year-old Wallace, who has a multiyear deal with Joe Gibbs Racing, will race in the Camping World Truck Series full time for Kyle Busch Motorsports in 2013.
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He joins a short list of full-time African-American drivers in NASCAR. Wendell Scott became the only African-American to win a Cup race at Jacksonville Speedway in 1964 and raced from 1961-1973. Two others — Willy T. Ribbs (2001) and Bill Lester (2002-2007) — drove full time in the truck series with Lester earning two top-five finishes.
"African-Americans don't have any (current) idols to look up to in this sport," Wallace said Saturday. "You don't have anybody. … They want to see who they can be like and they look at NASCAR and is there anybody there? No.
"When I started, I never watched NASCAR. I watched some races, but I never was like, 'I want to be like him.' I just jumped in it and we started winning and just kept going."
Wallace, a 19-year-old from Mobile, Ala., has spent the last three seasons in the K&N Pro Series East while also running select Nationwide Series races. He knows his emergence with a full-time truck ride will garner extra attention, something he's been used to since doing a BET reality show at age 16 that covered NASCAR's diversity program.
"I've been the same color since I've started out — I've only gotten taller," Wallace said. "I've been racing for nine years. I'm pretty good with it now.
"You've just got to go out there and put it in the back of your mind. The main thing in the front of your head is doing the best that you can."
Wallace was part of the NASCAR diversity team (Rev Racing) in 2010 and 2011 before driving for JGR in 2012.
JGR, owned by NFL Hall of Fame coach Joe Gibbs, started a diversity program a decade ago with NFL Hall of Famer Reggie White, who died in December 2004.
"When we started with Reggie, the idea was for him to be an owner and bring diversity to the sport, which is hard," JGR President J.D. Gibbs said. "In football, you can be a good athlete. In basketball, you can shoot the ball. Over here, you have to have financial resources to make it work.
"Darrell is really poised to take that step and bring more fans to the sport."
Aric Almirola, of Cuban descent, was a graduate of NASCAR's diversity program and now races in Sprint Cup for Richard Petty Motorsports.
But it's no secret that NASCAR is anxious for an African-American driver to have success — NASCAR President Mike Helton was part of the Wallace announcement Saturday.
Marc Davis, a member of the JGR program who finished fifth in the East series in 2008, made 13 NASCAR national series starts from 2008-2011 but never landed a full-time ride and had a best finish of 16th in the truck series. Chase Austin had nine national series starts from 2007-2010 but with one top-15 finish, never could attract full-time sponsorship. Neither had a stable, well-funded ride.
"Joe and J.D. brought Reggie White to NASCAR and said, 'We want to help NASCAR develop a program that we can tear down the barriers — the perception to NASCAR — that we have," Helton said.
"Reggie passed away and Joe and J.D. kept that energy alive, which is really the heart and soul of NASCAR's efforts. Darrell is a great example of that opportunity turning into progression of his career."
Progression hasn't been easy. While he has won six NASCAR East events, Wallace had subpar results in 2012, where he scored one victory but finished a disappointing seventh in the standings a year after a runnerup season in 2011.
JGR hoped to put him in the Nationwide Series full time in 2013 but sponsorship didn't materialize. Wallace had one pole and three top-10 finishes in four Nationwide starts last year with a best finish of seventh at Iowa.
"In the East Series, part of that was our fault — we did the team and we kind of messed up in some areas (with the) cars that we could have probably done a better job," J.D. Gibbs said.
"What you saw on the Nationwide side, he popped right out there and he doesn't have a whole lot of experience."
JGR, which has deepened its relationship with KBM this season, was able to get enough funding from Toyota, Coca-Cola and some other sponsors still to be named to put Wallace in a truck for the full season (sponsorship for a top truck typically runs $3-4 million while a top Nationwide ride is $6 million-plus).
"What we don't want to do is (for him to) push too hard and make mistakes," J.D. Gibbs said. "Just be consistent — if you have a car that can run up front, great, take it. If you're midpack, just take what you've got there.
"He wants to go make his mark, and he can do it. What you don't want to do is go out there and tear stuff up and get in situations you could have avoided."
Wallace will have veteran Jerry Baxter as his crew chief. Baxter has worked with several young drivers in his career, including Cale Gale at Eddie Sharp Racing last year.
The car will carry the truck number 54. Wallace, who has never raced at a track bigger than a mile, will run the ARCA race at Daytona for Venturini Motorsports to gain NASCAR approval to race at Daytona later this month.
"I'm going to do the best I can to make that number from three (African-Americans) to 30 by 10 years or so," Wallace said. "I don't really worry about not making it. I just take it one week at a time."


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I am Anne Bailey, born 1742 in Liverpool England, I traveled to this country, settled outside of Staunton, Virginia, married Richard Trotter and had a son we named William. October 10, 1774 my life was irrevocably changed when my dearest husband was killed at the battle of Point Pleasant. I found myself unable to take care of William, our son was only seven year old when I gave him up to the care of a neighboring family, Mrs. and Mr. Moses Mann.
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Thus doubly grieved, I set out on my own to recruit men to fight against first the red devils who plagued us on the frontier and later against the red coats - Yes, my own country men! Over time I became known and admired as a huntress, a spy and scout.
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I was reputed to have been an Indian killer, a charge I'll neither credit nor deny.
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I had the short lived pleasure of marrying again, to a Ranger named John Bailey. my happiness was, as I said short lived.
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In 1791 Fort Lee was under attack by the Shawnee, I shall never forget Colonel Clendenen announcing to the assembled men and women forted up within the safety of the fort's walls, that we were out of gun powder - the powder magazine was empty!
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I waited to hear one strong young man volunteer to travel the nearly 100 miles to Fort Savannah in Lewisburg, but none did! Finally, I stepped forward and offered to make the dangerous ride. many who were there recall me saying I trusted in the Almighty, could only be killed once and I had to die sometime! I made that ride, all two hundred miles, alone at nearly fifty years old!
I returned to the cheers and cries of Huzzah huzzah huzzah, we fought off those damn Indians and Fort Lee was saved!
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Later, they changed the name of Fort Lee to Charlestown and the great territory of Virginia was divided to include West Virginia and of course you know Charleston became the capital. My life was never easy, my dearest John Bailey was murdered, taken away from me too soon. I was still delivering messages and letters when the Treaty of Greenville was signed and we were told the Indian Wars were over. hmph! over? How is a war ever over when everything you've had and everything you've loved has been lost in that war?
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I left the beautiful Kanawha River Valley for Gallipolis in the Ohio Valley. William and I built a tiny little cabin for me to live in. I lived for a few very happy years within the loving comfort of my family. On November 22, 1825 I climbed into my bed with two of my beautiful granddaughters and finally went to rest in peace.


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brakes slightly stuck on
1999 mastercraft
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Problem: after I towed the boat home from the lake yesterday, I observed that the wheels smelled hot and like brakes. There was lots of brake dust on wheels and grease coming out of the hubs from over heating. From checking the issue out, it appears the brakes are stuck on, though not so much that the wheels are locked. They still move with some hand effort, and I didn't notice a different pull coming home. Im guessing that the master cylinder is stuck? I have attempted to pull the actuator in and out; to no effect. I inspected the pads / rotors and the pads have an odd angled wear pattern to them. I admittedly have neglected the trailer / brakes over its 14 years, as I only trailer it 2 to 4 times a year or so, 100 miles max a year.
Looking for any insight from the experts. Thanks in advance.
1999 sportstar 19, vortec TBI 310hp, acme 541 prop, 2006 prostar decals, alpine ida-x100m stereo, clarion speakers, kicker sub, and a JL XD600/6 amp.
stick of choice: 66" connelly concept. hey, im old school!
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Look to see if the emergency cable has been pulled. This is the wire with the hook that you attach to the hitch in case the trailer breaks free from the tow vehicle. Once the cable has been pulled you have to manually release it. I've accidently done this by pulling away from the trailer without remembering to unhook the cable. If you have a swig tongue and have used it lately you could have pinched the line which would cause a similar situation also.
From there based on you're stated maintenance of the trailer you're pretty much going to have to tear into the actuator to see why it's not moving. There's not much going on in there. A master cylinder and a shock absorber pretty much make up the entire assembly.
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Islanders are mourning the passing of a longtime teacher who put students at the center of her work.
Retired teacher and current school board trustee Joan Droit died Saturday. She was elected to the Board of Education on May 17, 2011.
"The Grand Island Central School District wishes to acknowledge the contribution Joan Droit made on behalf of students, faculty and the school community at large," the district said in a statement Thursday.
"Miss Droit served as an elementary and high school teacher for approximately 40 years. She was a dedicated teacher who believed that every student is capable of learning and achieving great things. Additionally, she represented the Grand Island Teachers Association as the first union president. Most recently, she has served as a Board of Education member. Miss Droit will be remembered as the person who held students best interest at the center of her work."


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A former west Texas farmer named Davin Winger not only earned his Master of Arts in Theology online at Catholic Distance University but, as an evangelical Protestant, found the Catholic Church online. A Catholic priest connected with him and became a spiritual guide in Davin's journey of conversion. Davin was recently installed as a candidate for the permanent diaconate in the Diocese of Amarillo.
Today he is considering an online Ph.D. program, and through his online educational accomplishments, he has changed careers from farming to college professor. Davin publishes an online newsletter called Mary Mail and rises early to help manage the online Student Life Center at Catholic Distance University, where he works part-time. As Davin notes, "There is no Catholic institution of higher education within 200 miles of my home. Without CDU, I could not have pursued my dream of an accredited theological degree."
Although access to Catholic theological education is an immeasurable benefit of online programs, there is more to the story. Along with a challenging curriculum taught by well-qualified faculty who are passionate about their faith, CDU strives to offer a unique "Catholic" online experience that reflects the sound pedagogy of distance education research and a Catholic learning community that fosters communion in an atmosphere of welcome, openness, dialogue and mutual support. Secular culture is about the individual. The Church is about belonging to a community. Pope Francis speaks of this as neighborliness: "Those who communicate in effect become neighbors ... The digital world can be an environment rich in humanity; a network not of wires but of people."
Hospitality online begins with introductions. In the online world, introductions are even more important than in a classroom because of the diminished human presence. I learn about each classmate's geographical location, family, work, hobbies, volunteerism and aspirations. Even before classes begin, in the Student Life Center I meet other students in my program who gather digitally in our cohort "space" in the online campus, pray with them in the online chapel, engage in general conversation in the café and upload a photo of myself and my family. In traditional classes, where I can see all of my classmates, I may never formally meet most of them and learn little about them personally.
Although research in adult learning consistently reveals higher learning outcomes in online programs, most online programs still try to replicate the classroom as though it were the ideal. Some online programs use videos of professors teaching in front of a class. I like to highlight the differences and point out their advantages such as greater diversity, more thoughtful elaboration of ideas, more time for reflection and dependence on written communication. These are the basic components of critical thinking that lead to deep and transformative learning, especially when engaging with content rich in the living Word of God.
Online learning is naturally contemplative to a Catholic student working in solitude. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI speaks about silence in his 2012 World Communications Day message: "In silence we are better able to listen to and understand ourselves ... by remaining silent, we allow the other person to speak ... in this way space is created for mutual listening, and deeper human relationships become possible."
Time changes when we study online. The asynchronous model of being able to log on within a week's time at the student's convenience — early morning or late at night — allows the learner to work at peak time rather than learn synchronously in a traditional class where students and faculty must convene at the same time. For working adults, this usually means attending class at night after working all day while nibbling on granola bars for dinner.
Online discussions are usually richer and more thoughtful. Everyone is required to contribute to the online discussion. Unlike the traditional class, where extroverts generally dominate, each student in an online class posts a response after reflecting. There is time to prayerfully consider other viewpoints as well as the comments of the instructor. Best of all, this is done in the comfort and relaxed atmosphere of home.
The relationship with faculty is different in an online setting. Although initially it may seem harder to "read" the personality of one's professor, having a professor only a click away with a promise of a quick and thoughtful response more than makes up for meeting face-to-face once a week. In addition to getting my own questions answered, I am able to read the responses to questions that other students pose, which provides even more information. Using written language to communicate adds richness, depth and permanence to human dialogue despite the loss of body cues. It requires more work, but it opens up the potential for deeper understanding. Pope St. John Paul II in his book "Gift and Mystery" writes, "The Polish language ... introduced me to the mystery of language ... ultimately, the mystery of language brings us back to the inscrutable mystery of God himself."
As media choices grow richer and mobile devices become the gateway to education as well as communication, more hybrid models of learning will embrace both face-to-face and online opportunities. These models will better serve each learner's pedagogical needs and ultimately enrich the fullness of the human encounter that remains at the heart of the learning experience.
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Shelters depend on the generosity of the community to sustain them. The following items are needed:
Shelters depend on the generosity of the community to sustain them. The following items are needed:
Animal Hospice of New York: Box truck, small site office trailer or old step van bread truck for dry safe storage of dry food and kitty liter. Doesn't have to run, just be secure from the elements. 382-2435.
Canine Sanctuary: Volunteers to help train dogs in stray training program, dog and cat treats, monetary donations to help pay vet bills, volunteers to walk dogs and help at playtime (flexible schedule), property to open our own shelter rather than board our dogs, cleaning products, sand/gravel to alleviate mud, baby pools. 534-8414.
Goshen Humane Society: Monetary donations; gift cards to PetSmart, Target, Tractor Supply; horse bedding pellets; litter; bleach and bleach spray cleaners; Dawn; fragrance-free h.e. laundry detergent; paper towels; Tizzy dog toys; dry and canned dog food; dry and canned cat and kitten food; 55-gallon garbage bags. Volunteers for fundraising, grant writing, dog training, dog walking, foster homes. 294-3984. email@example.com.
Hudson Valley SPCA: Volunteers desperately needed a few hours a day, two days a week to care for shelter cats. Monetary donations, Purina dry dog and cat food, Pedigree dry dog food, canned dog food, dog harnesses of all sizes, bleach, laundry detergent, paper towels, cleaning products, garbage bags. Donations accepted noon-4 p.m. daily. 564-6810.
Humane Society of Middletown: Adult older than 21 with fundraising experience who loves animals and willing to carry out fundraising projects with other adults. Volunteers age 18 and older for one or two hours a week to walk dogs. Clothing and shoes for the collection box located in the parking lot. Bleach; laundry and dish detergent; dry and canned cat, kitten, dog, puppy food; clay cat litter; sponges; Pine Sol; treats; long-lasting hard bones, rawhides or hooves; pens; kitchen and large 33 gallon garbage bags; OdoBan; cookie tins; Tractor Supply gift cards; monetary donations; unwanted clothes for clothes bin. 361-1861.
Humane Society of Port Jervis: Monetary donations, canned and dry pet food, small stainless steel feeding bowls, nonclumping cat litter, small litter pans, hand sanitizer, Greenies Pill Pocket Treats, cleaning supplies, leashes, collars, harnesses for large dogs. 856-3677 or see full list at pjhumane.wordpress.com.
Humane Society of Walden: Dry and canned cat and dog food; kitty litter; bleach; paper towels; cleaning supplies; laundry (h.e.) and dish detergent; old blankets, towels and rugs; garbage bags; garden hoses; copy paper; stamps; pens; old shoes (matched pairs) to recycle for cash; gently used yard sale items. email@example.com. 778-5115.
Katskill Mountain Critters: Foster homes, dry and canned cat food, dog treats, raised dog beds, blankets, volunteers to help at adoption events. 866-1975.
Mid-Hudson Animal Aid: Dry cat food, pate canned cat and kitten food, bleach, 55-gallon trash bags, disposable exam and Playtex gloves, paper towels, dustpans and brushes, sponges, scrubbies, laundry (h.e.) and dish detergent, towels, hut-type cat beds, large open kitty litter pans, cat toys, free-standing large scratching posts. 831-4321.
Newburgh SCATS: Drop-off place for donated cat food; canned and dry cat food for feral cats; gift cards to any store that sells cat food; monetary donations for medical fund and spays/neuters. Lil, 236-4574. newburghscats.com.
Pets Alive: 3-pound paper trays; paper towels; blankets; laundry detergent; bleach; canned dog, cat, puppy and kitten food; cat litter; Panacur dewormer; cardboard cat scratchers; Kuranda beds. Credit at Monhagen Vet Hospital, Pine Bush Equine, Heritage Feed. Heartworm prevention, Frontline, glucosamine supplements, Rimadyl tabs, 100-foot garden hoses, treats, towels, monetary donations, 55-gallon trash bags. 386-9738.
Pike County Humane Society: Bleach, laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid, sponges, cleaning supplies, garbage bags, paper towels, collars, leashes, old towels, blankets, dry cat food, nonseafood canned cat food, postage stamps, copy paper, gift cards, monetary donations, volunteers. 570-296-7654.
Precious Paws Inc.: Monetary donations for veterinary care and spay/neuter. Volunteers for foster and humane trapping/transport. Gift cards from PetSmart or Positively Pets. Purina Naturals or Cat Chow dry cat food, Friskies canned food, clay litter or pine. firstname.lastname@example.com.
TARA Mobile Spay and Neuter Clinic: Small bath towels; liquid laundry detergent; isopropyl alcohol; monetary donations; diesel fuel cards; postage stamps; Clorox bleach; gift cards to Walmart; volunteers. 754-7100. firstname.lastname@example.com.
Town of Bethel Animal Shelter: Dog and cat food, blankets, towels, bleach, raised dog beds, dog chew treats. 798-2340.
Town of Newburgh Animal Shelter: Canned dog food, long-lasting dog chews, canned pate cat food, canned and dry kitten food, cat litter, nonbleach disinfectant spray, detergent, bleach. 561-3344.
Warwick Valley Humane Society: Bleach, natural wood stove pellets, Friskies canned pate, paper towels, Simple Green cleaner, cotton balls, peroxide, alcohol, bandage tape, tongue depressors, firm Q-tips, paper hot dog holders, heavy duty garbage bags, dog/cat pill pockets, Science Diet dry dog/cat food. Gas card, gift cards to ShopRite, Sam's Club and Lowe's. Monetary donations for Critical Care Fund and Riley Fund for senior homeless pets. 986-2473.


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Questionable spending by government is practically the rule rather than the exception, but some examples can make even jaded, long-time observers scratch their heads in wonder.
Here's one: The Michigan Department of Natural Resources gives grants to many local governments for public recreation projects and programs. Last year more than $550,000 was expended by the state for this purpose, with the money coming from the voluntary $10 state park passes purchased when drivers renew their annual vehicle registration. All that is fair enough, but here's where it gets weird: From this pot of money, the DNR also spent more than $1,000 last year to buy those giant "trophy" checks that politicians and bureaucrats love to give away in photo-ops staged for the media.
Last year this recreation program gave out 24 grants to communities as diverse as Portage and Flushing Townships, Detroit and Grand Rapids. They didn't just mail checks at a cost of 44 cents each, however. Instead, DNR bureaucrats drove to the local communities and publicly presented the fake, oversized checks with plenty of back-slapping and mutual congratulations all around. That's $1,000 spent just on stage-props for PR nonsense associated with just one state grant program, plus all the other expenses incurred including travel and time taken from these bureaucrats' real jobs.
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Given the existence of dozens of state grant programs, it's possible that much more is spent each year on such promotional self-serving. A Mackinac Center Freedom of Information Act request uncovered that prices for this program's giant "checks" ranged between $12 to $64, with the annual cost totaling $1,025.95. A small amount was expended on related personnel and travel expenses, but they were also delivered in state vehicles, so a proper accounting of time and materials would render an expense somewhat higher.
This political photo-op, above right, occurred at a monthly Flushing Township board meeting. The person accepting the "check" is township trustee Michael Gardner, who is considered an advocate of limited and frugal government. He told CapCon that during the meeting a DNR official took the podium to describe the driver's license "Recreation Passport" program and then — with a dramatic pause reminiscent of TV game shows — announced that Flushing Township had won some $18,000 in grant money. Gardner says he was surprised to learn the fake check cost taxpayers $64, not to mention the other expenses incurred by state bureaucrats taking time away from their supposed duties to engage in PR puffery.
"I'm disappointed," he told CapCon. "Even when officials try to do the right thing by soliciting funds with a voluntary program, they still taint it by wasteful spending."
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Friday, January 9, 2009
Linux, PhotoShop, And Disney.
Who knew that almost nine years later I would be writing about Disney, Linux and Photoshop?
Yes, I admit that many folks out there really prefer Photoshop over every other graphics app. Eve though the Gimp is as featured packed and as easy to use, folks just prefer Photoshop. I understand. But the challenge was always that Photoshop was not being written for Linux. The folks at Adobe made Photoshop for Windows and Mac, but not Linux. Enter Disney.
At around the same time as my trip to Walt Disney World (give or take a few years), the Disney animation studio was adopting Linux. The animators wanted Photoshop running on Linux. Since Adobe wasn't providing this, Disney decided to fund a project to port the Windows version of Photosop to run on Linux under Wine. And that's why, thanks to Disney, Photoshop runs on Linux.
You can read a history of this here.
And that's the main point of today's blog post. Photoshop runs on Linux! Some folks out there may not want to make the move to Linux because they think they wouldn't be able to use Photoshop. Not so. Photoshop runs on Linux!
The easiest way to run Photoshop involves a small investment. Codeweavers makes a commercial version of WINE called CrossOver. The standard version costs only $40.00. You install Crossover, then you simply grab your Windows version of PhotoShop (version 6 and 7 run great!), install, and you're all set! You're running Photoshop in Linux at optimum processor speed.
You can also download and install Wine from your Linux repository and then install Photoshop to this. But, in speaking with Photoshop users, version 7 works best when running under Crossover.
Plus, Crossover and Wine support many other Windows applications (MSOffice, etc.). So, if you want to move to Linux and still be able to run some of your Windows applications, Crossover and Wine make it possible!
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No need to use outdate Photoshop versions with LInux. To run Photoshop CS2 or CS3 (Creative Suite versions, and far superior to version 7, much less version 6), install the free Sun xVM Virtual Box. Then install your copy of Windows and any Windows programs, including Adobe products. If you have a legitimate copy of Photoshop, you probably have a legitimate copy of Windows.
- January 9, 2009 at 10:05 AM
- szabi said...
"Eve though the Gimp is as featured packed and as easy to use, folks just prefer Photoshop. I understand." - You don't know what you're talking about, sorry.
- January 9, 2009 at 11:35 AM
- MSzorady said...
I well understand the need for PS in the commercial world. Gimp offers a lot for the average user. Even so, some people cannot get used to the interface or the Gimp's layout. They prefer PS because they've used it a good number of years and are comfortable with it or their job simply demands it.
Still, Gimp has a lot of features when compared to PS and other graphics apps.
I'm a nationally syndicated cartoonist. I use the Gimp. I do know what I'm talking about.
- January 9, 2009 at 11:50 AM
- Michael Schemer II said...
Use Gimpshop to get the free, awesome power of Gimp with the Photoshop interface you are used to.
- January 9, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Now if if the samething could happen with iTunes!
- January 9, 2009 at 1:50 PM
I too love the Gimp, and would rather work under Linux than Windows, if I could.
However...CMYK, my friend. C.M.Y.K.
- January 9, 2009 at 2:31 PM
- Dan Kegel said...
Your info is a bit dated... Wine can also run Photoshop CS2 and CS3, no need to use virtual machines or windows.
See wiki.winehq.org/AdobePhotoshop for more info.
CS4 installs (with the latest wine),
but isn't quite easy to use yet.
- January 9, 2009 at 10:31 PM
- MSzorady said...
Thanks so much for the updated information and link.:) Great to see that Wine and Linux are moving forward for PS. It's a terrific OS, but especially, the Linux users are the ones that make it so great!
Many thanks!
- January 10, 2009 at 9:46 AM
- David Gerard said...
CMYK is the second last mail feature missing from Gimp for print work.
The very last will be Pantone, which is proprietary. That'll be a tricky one.
- January 11, 2009 at 8:32 AM
- MSzorady said...
I agree. CMYK.
- January 11, 2009 at 11:16 AM


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Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 review
|Review: May 2012
Last updated April 2013
In a nutshell: The Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 is an impressive mid-range phone, delivering the power of Android without any major compromises.
Today's best buy: Samsung Galaxy Ace 2Â (i8160 ... from Amazon (£0)
The Galaxy Ace was Samsung's strongest selling mid-range Android smartphone in 2011/2012, but it has always experienced troubles with an underpowered processor, small memory and poor battery life. So it's good to see a replacement.
Unlike the Galaxy Ace Plus, which didn't quite pull it off, the Ace 2 is a worthy successor to the Ace. It delivers everything we need from a mid-range Android phone.
The Ace 2 is slightly less boxy in its appearance than the Ace, and has added a couple of millimetres to its length and width. It doesn't feel large though, thanks to being just 10.5mm thick. It's rather plasticky in feel, like all Samsungs, but seems pretty robust and shouldn't be prone to scratches unless treated really badly. The additional few millimetres have been employed to good effect, increasing the screen size to a more respectable 3.8 inches. The number of pixels has tripled to 800 x 480, making the display much sharper and clearer, especially when reading text or viewing photos.
Inside lots has changed, and all for the better. A dual core 800MHz processor lifts the performance of the device considerably, although it can still lag at times. The memory has also increased dramatically to 4GB, with the option to add a microSD memory card for an additional 32GB. This increase in memory fixes one of the key issues with the original Ace.
Surprisingly the Ace 2 doesn't come with the very latest version of Android. Instead it runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread, although we anticipate that an upgrade to Android 4.0 will be forthcoming. Samsung's TouchWiz 4.0 user interface runs on top of Android, giving you weather widgets and other live info on your home screen. It also makes available a lot of content through its Hubs. Social Hub integrates facebook and twitter with email, instant messaging and texts. Games Hub lets you download games (which look good on the hi-res screen and play well too with the new dual-core processor). Music Hub provides an alternative content source to iTunes.
The 5 megapixel camera is capable, with all the essential features you'd expect, including autofocus and a flash. There's a second front-facing camera enabled for video chat too. Photos and videos look good on the 3.8 inch screen, and the media player is capable of playing 720p HD videos. Audio quality is good via the 3.5mm headphone jack.
The Ace 2 comes with Google Maps and is capable of receiving signals from both the GPS and GLONASS satellite navigation systems, so you'll be able to find your way quickly and reliably.
Connectivity is a star feature of the Ace 2. An addition to quadband GSM and dual-band 3G HSPA, the device is Wi-Fi enabled, for the fastest possible data access. It also comes with Bluetooth 3.0, USB and DLNA, and unusually it features the new NFC system for exchanging data wirelessly.
One area where modern smartphones often fail is battery power. The Ace 2 enjoys an enlarged 1500mAh battery, which seems more than adequate for a phone of this type. We're not saying it'll last for a week like phones used to in olden times, but you should get 2-3 days out of it between charges, which is pretty good going.
Phones designed for the middle price range (around £15 per month on contract) tend to play safe. You won't find cutting edge features at this price, but you'll hope to find everything you need without any nasty surprises. This is what the Ace 2 delivers. You might also consider the HTC One X or Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini.
Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 features include:
- 5 megapixel camera with autofocus, LED flash and smile shot
- Video recording, 30 frames/second
- VGA front-facing video camera for video chat
- Display: TFT, 16 million colours, 480 x 800 pixels (3.8 inches) touchscreen with auto-rotate
- Media player (supports HD video playback)
- FM radio RDS
- MP3 ringtones / 64-voice polyphonic ringtones
- Messaging: SMS, MMS, instant messaging, email
- Assisted GPS with Google Maps
- Personal organiser functions
- Processor: Dual core 800MHz
- Memory: 4GB plus microSD memory card slot
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0, micro USB 2.0, NFC, DLNA, 3.5mm audio jack
- Internet: Android web browser, GPRS, EDGE, 3G, HSPA 7.2Mbps
- Quadband GSM (850/900/1800/1900), dual band 3G HSPA (900/2100)
- Size: 118 x 62 x 10.5 mm
- Weight: 119g
- Battery: 1500 mAh
- Talktime: 450 - 980 minutes
- Battery standby: 640 - 670 hours
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Average rating from 36 reviews:
Reviewed by mohamed
from india
on 7th Aug 2015
I have installed samurai 2 vengeance game on my samsung galaxy ace 2 but when i start the game it quit and gave a notification that the game has un expectedly stoped please give me a solution.
Reviewed by P. Snook
from UK
on 20th Jul 2015
Purchased my Galaxy Ace 2 years ago. Phone works OK but the Photos will no longer transfer from Galaxy Ace to my Computer. Why, what can be done to fix this.
Reviewed by Anna
from Scotland
on 23rd Nov 2014
I have owned this mobile for just over a year now, and has lasted well looks wise. I have dropped it many times and the screen has been totally fine, proving that this phone is very hardcore. It worked fine when I first got it, but shortly after it started playing up... it become increasingly glitchy, kept freezing, and apps would often crash. I had a friend with the same phone, and the same problems, yet mine were 10 times worse. I phoned up the samsung repair, and they recommended factory data reset, and that worked at first, but after a couple days became just like it had done before. factory data reseted it once again, and it did nothing. So I sent the phone away to be repaired, and when it came back, a letter came with it saying the problem had been fixed. But it was clear within minutes that the same problems were still present. The problems have now got worse and worse, and I find it hard to work the phone now, and i'm not willing to send the phone away again. Will be looking into getting a replacement.
Reply by Matt
from England
on 27th Dec 2014
I know exactly what you mean. My Ace 2 was perfectly functional until it did an Android systems update in January 2014. Since then Apps freeze, the App widget says there's apps open when they shouldn't be. Google Play opens on it's own when I don't use it, sending texts can take some time (sometimes it can take up to 15mins for a sent text to reach the recipient). I went to the Samsung shop, who did a data flash on the phone, this cured it for about 2 days. I've returned it to O2 for repair twice and again, it was fine for a few days then back to the same thing. It's a good phone but the intermittent problems are a pain. I like Samsung phones and I will get another when I upgrade in 2015. I beginning to think it might have something to do with SD card. So I might get a new card and see if that resolves the issue.
Reviewed by peter
from derbyshire gb
on 20th Jul 2014
Brill phone has only got 1130ma battery .bought anew one from battery upgrad3300ma for £19.80 .e .com
Reviewed by Scott
from Northern Ireland
on 15th Jul 2014
got this phone last christmas to replace my blackberry 9320 which i didn't like and i must say this phone beats the blackberry 100% better app store and far faster while using the apps as well plus a 5mp camera with a flash and a vga front camera which isn't bad either and i've seen people on here saying about the phone freezing yea i had that problem too a few weeks after i got mine but i done master reset and it hasn't froze on me since then
Reviewed by Johnny
from England
on 5th Jun 2014
got this phone 9 months ago to replace my broken original galaxy ace and i must say this phone is way better, has a lot more memory and better battery life and i like the front camera on it which the ace 1 didn't have
Reviewed by Hassan
from Canada
on 14th Feb 2014
I think overall rating should not be more than 3 stars.. However, to get a good and smooth functional mobile depends on your luck .. I believe out of every batch there is a certain percentage of defective mobiles either from the hard or software side.
Unfortunately, I got one of those defective ACE2 mobile and when it was completely frozen the company just reformat the device, but the issue is still there!
I would advise samsung to send those phones back to the factory for overall repair and not to do these minor remedies for main ting the company reputation!
Reviewed by mark williams
from u.k (north-west)
on 22nd Jan 2014
I have had this phone since it first come out and i'am still well impressed!Its a really good phone for the price!It was £180 when i got it but will be cheaper now!I highly recomand to buy it i have had no problems whatsoever! Its got a very good camera and videos film really good quaility! The memory is good with 4GB and i have alot of photos,videos,music so i now have a 32GB mem card in which will be o.k forever now! I started with 8GB but filled it with 600 songs and 30 videos and 700photos. I'am on o2 which always gets a really good signal but you only 500mb data. Which soon goes whrn watching videos! It works excellent on wifi! I had a small samsung first and then just an ace! But its worth paying the extra and buying this cause the internal memory on the ace1 fills up way to quick so your always deleting stuff and uninstalling apps!Basically the ace1 was a waste of time and shud never of got it still set me bk £130 very disappointing screen scratched really easy! anyway all i say about phones is you get what you pay for. So don't bother buying cheap ones! The ace2 a defo buy and would buy it again! All i neef need to do now is update to jellybean! but alot of reveiws say it slows your phone down so might leave it for now. This phone is alot better then most if you buy it you won't be disapointed! go for it!!!!
Reviewed by Brian
from UK
on 3rd Jan 2014
Battery Life on my phone is dire, 24 hours with very little usage. Screen option and legibility okay but keyboard is too small for my fumbling fingers. This is my fourth Samsung Galaxy supplied under guarantee, think I am just unlucky!
Generally I agree with the second review here. I have been advised that I should go more 'up market' and I will!
Reviewed by Shawn
from Canada
on 24th Dec 2013
Headphones were designed by a moron!!! Non adjustable and the Right ear bud is 1/6 the length of the left ear bud... making the user look like an idiot ... It is such a simple fix but Samsung decided to skip over it. I'm changing phones, a company who cannot take 5 minutes to fix earphones clearly does not value their customers.
Reviewed by Helen
from England
on 9th Dec 2013
Had the Ace 2 just over a year and loved it... until I updated the operating system! Now it constantly freezes, runs really slow and is a complete pain. For example, I set the navigator before I set off, to avoid distractions at the wheel by having to program it on the way. 2 min into the journey it froze then crashed - after trying to get it up and runnnig again while stationary at lights etc, I arrived at my destination before it started working again.
The battery now also doesn't last a day. It's full of a load of pre-installed apps I can't remove, which uses up the memory space preventing my from installing stuff I actually want. Very, very disappointed.
Reviewed by M G Webley
from England
on 24th Nov 2013
Have had my Ace 2 for nearly 2 years & it's ticked all the boxes for me!! Never had any problems at all either!! I'm patiently awaiting the official UK Jelly Bean upgrade......if it doesn't happen, I'll be seriously considering an Ace 3 with 4G!!
Samsung products are all top quality in my opinion :-)
Reviewed by Sreejith
from pathanamthitta(kerala)
on 15th Oct 2013
Reviewed by Nathan from Ireland on 10th Sep 2013
got this phone just last week and i must say it's alot better than the orginal galaxy ace "which i had before this phone" better battery life, better camera, faster when using the internet and android 4.1 instead of 2.3
Reviewed by Mrslebon from UK on 5th Sep 2013
Bought to replace my broken Samsung galaxy s3 mini. Not disappointed. The upgrade to jelly bean recently has slowed it up, despite doing a hard reset, which has helped a little. Was better with previous version. Why do people keep saying there's no zoom on camera?! Side key and on-screen zoom! Battery ok, not much difference to s3 mini. A good phone for the price :-)
Reviewed by Mark from UK on 29th May 2013
Took my galaxy ace 2 phone back to 02 for refund.
* the phone has no light indicator showing a text message.
* the battery life is very poor.
* no zoom for camera.
Looking for a new smart phone....
Reply by Stephen from England on 4th Aug 2013
Battery life is okay for a smartphone if signal is good, but no indicator light for fresh texts and email is stupid. As a left hander I am always hitting the volume button especially at finish of calls. Why is the least needed button the easiest to operate when you don't want to? Would not get one again. There is zoom on camera, tap screen in camera mode and drag the bar.
Reviewed by simon from Northern Ireland on 25th Apr 2013
This is my first samsung and i have to say great phone.
If you want an easy to use phone this has got to be it.Does all that i want from a phone.very good phone at the price.
Reviewed by yen from NW England on 12th Mar 2013
So, after a kit of reading and knowledge of phones now I got this, mostly on the count of price value for the spec.
My old phone was a hTC Desire which was good in its day but lots have surpassed it as,we all know.,
I've gained more memory,a few more features and a different shape.
I wasn't looking for a massive phone which is the only way to get good specs - my pockets only so big; how about a really good phone in 4'3 size hehe manufacturers?
Some bad things things about the Ace 2;
Slippy to hold,
800 dual core may be good = 1ghz is better Samsung!,
I miss the button pointer from the Desire,
No zoom on camera is near criminal!
Other than these points its a good phone.
Reviewed by crailman from England on 5th Jan 2013
I got this phone after being fed up with the quirks of HTC Wildfire. It is much quicker on wi-fi, but has different quirks. Very slow to move between screens for calls, so not quick to dial out. Connection after dialing is slow. Predictive text is weird, but switch it off and it does I in lower case every time, comma is on 123 keyboard option.
Camera very slow, auto flash is not, camera reverts to no flash everyone you close it. Too easy to hit ring volume button when putting phone away. Why are these called smart phones? Other than that great***!*
Reviewed by mike waite from uk on 20th Dec 2012
Only had ace2 for 48hrs it wont let me answer calls.manager at everything everywhere says I have a faulty thumb, its not phone fault. cust.svcs not interested, now diverting all calls to PAYG is only way of answering but stuck in 2yr contract! DO NOT DEAL WITH EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE/ORANGE THEY ARE NOT INTERESTED IF YOU HAVE A FAULT. Please help if you can, email: email@example.com. Thanks Mike
Reply by Chris from UK on 23rd Dec 2012
Isn't that an Orange issue as opposed to a phone one? Every product will be faulty occasionally. Perhaps this site should look at differentiating between the two.
Reviewed by Rosie Hibbs from UK on 12th Nov 2012
Have just got my Galaxy Ace 2, great phone, not as big as S3 or as featured but fine for what I want, fits in my pocket too, and can access mail, facebook and other web pages
Reviewed by Pete from UK on 5th Nov 2012
I used to have the Sony Xperia P which due to a daft accident on my part is sadly no more. So i bought myself a quick replacement in the Ace 2. The only things this beats the 'P' at are: expandable memory, and, er, thats it. The camera is a big disappointment on the Ace 2 and i just cant get used to the touchwiz UI, dont get me wrong, if i was used to a Samsung, this would be fine, however i'm more used to Sony now and will go back to them first chance i get. Add an extra star to my review if Samsung is more for you
Reviewed by Declan from Ireland on 26th Oct 2012
Downgraded from an SII to the Galaxy Ace 2 and so far I have no regrets. the build quality is stronger, better signal, good call quality, plays music in good quality once you use the right earphones or headphones. Got it for less than £150 new and is great value for money. Get this one, you won't regret it. Found out that there will be a upgrade to Jelly Bean soon so don't be put off if it's on Gingerbread (which is still good). Also, I found that the battery life is stronger compared to the SII.
Reviewed by Darius Saulenas from UK on 23rd Oct 2012
It's one of touch screen phones more affordable than other with the same specifications, I would rate it between 3-4. It has android 2.3. which is slightly older than android ginger, I guess samsung is saving money with renovations. Well I'm having this phone for 6 months, and started having some small technical issues: 1) android system brakes down quite often, so restart is needed 2) sometimes my sim-card stops receiving the signal?? Some positive things: it has 5 mpx camera which makes quite nice pictures 2) easy to upgrade memory 3) there is GPS quite useful 4) price compare to other models Unfortunately the phone has just 800 MHz processor and it's quite slow for present standards
Reviewed by Ryan from England on 8th Oct 2012
Had this phone almost a week and love it. Very bright screen, excellent quality pictures for a 5mp camera. Runs gingerbread instead of ICS but Samsung have confirmed the Ace 2 will get Jelly Bean in the near future. Highly recommended.
Reviewed by mike amery from uk on 4th Oct 2012
what a great phone and it did nt break the bank to buy it it has everything you could want in a phone and I have seen other phones which are a lot more exspencive but not as good as this little bute I would recomend this phone to anyone buying a smart phone it does the job and the battery is very good love it".
Reviewed by Declan from Ireland on 13th Sep 2012
Got this Sim Free. Everything you want in a phone. The screen is just as good as the more expensive items. Reception is not an issue, battery life seems strong enough, call quality is great. Music player is just as good as Apple's products. I'm using it as a Sat Nav and get a good GPS signal also. Worth getting, once you're not fussy that it doesn't have ICS.
Reviewed by declan delaney from UK on 5th Sep 2012
Had the S2, but sold it. Bought this instead. The screen is clear, good in call volume and reception. Found that battery life is stronger. Tried the video recorder and the picture and sound quality were better than expected. Music player is fantastic and won't let you down. No need to fork out £400 plus on other phones. This is a great all rounder.
Reviewed by Vinny from U,K on 30th Jul 2012
I bought the Ace 2 on O2 PAYG, and it is a fantastic smart phone. It feels really solid and you can easily navigate through the menus with one hand. I manage to get 2 days out of the battery and that's with using the internet, listening to music and playing games. The music player is great, and games look really good on the screen.
If your looking for a smart phone that can do all the the latest stuff, then look no further. Get the Galaxy Ace 2. Best phone I've ever had.
Plus, Ice Cream Sandwich will be rolling out pretty soon too.
Reply by Ryan from England on 8th Oct 2012
Ace 2 won't be getting ICS its moving straight onto Jelly Bean so even better.
Reviewed by Andrew from UK on 18th Jul 2012
Had the Ace 2 for a couple of weeks now and on the whole I'm very happy with it. Fancied a change from my iPhone 4 and am enjoying the move to Android. The one issue I have is disappointing battery life. I could get over 2 days with the iPhone 4 but I struggle to get through a day on a full charge with the Ace 2 despite having some features (bluetooth, wi-fi etc) only switched on when necessary. That apart it's a great phone for the money (sold my iPhone on ebay to pay for this and nearly made £100 profit!)
Reviewed by jon herbert from uk on 7th Jul 2012
Got the ace 2 two weeks ago, haf to get it replaced due to a dead picel on the screen, only had replacement two days and same thing again ..... Not impressed going to have to call again to get replaced... It is a shame as the phone is really good
Reviewed by Isobel from Preston on 30th Jun 2012
Just bought an Ace 2, and to say I'm impressed is an understatement. My husband has always been a fan of Samsung phones, but I've always been a bit apprehensive. Well I'm not anymore. It responds amazingly quick, and the swype texting is so easy to use. I don't recommend gadgets easily but I'd highly recommend this phone, its outstanding. Go out and get it!!!
Reviewed by bethan from UK on 30th Jun 2012
I ordered this phone from 3 on contract and its really good, the screen dims when Im running out of battery so it can squeeze out the last bit of battery power, but still allowing you to see!Gingerbread software is good and better than the aces' also it is faster than the ace and the design is possibly more robust, I would really reccomend this phone, you can get a £13/p/month contract for the ace so I rang up and instead 3 gave me the ace 2 for the same deal, with A.C.E data, 5000 texts, I cant remember how many minutes? but the phone is great, I would really recommend it, because it has everything you need plus great deals and it isnt going to break the bank! lol :D
Reviewed by jayne from england on 20th Jun 2012
I have just purchased this phone and love it. but can anyone till me if there is a zoom on the camera cause I can find it lol
Reply by katie from scotland on 2nd Jul 2012
u zoom in using ur fingers. put 2 fingers together on the touch screen and open them that should zoom out. to zoom in again just close ur fingers back together
Reviewed by Jon from UK on 8th Jun 2012
I notice on Samsung's web-site that NFC is listed as an option...
Will the O2 supplied versions of the Ace 2 definitely ship with NFC hardware?
Reply by c128 from UK on 11th Jun 2012
To answer my own question: I've just received a Galaxy Ace II from O2 and NFC is either not present or its disabled somehow... I'd understand that from a contactless payments point of view, if the carrier doesn't support it, but you can't use the NFC ability of the phone in any other way either (tag readers etc. don't work) :-( . I guess this might be sorted by an OS tweak, or maybe a custom ROM, if the hardware really is there, but that's not something I want to be doing with my new phone. I mention this just in case anyone else buys it PAYG from O2 and expects NFC to be working out of the box.
Reviewed by Annon from UK on 1st Jun 2012
Spec is incorrect. The Ace 2 has no digital zoom.
Reply by Mobile Phones UK from UK on 2nd Jun
Thank you - you're right. We've corrected the spec now.


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This article provides the information on "Venue 11 Pro default audio output changes when docked and connected to either a HDMI or DisplayPort connected display with headphone output jack and may result in no audio".
When not docked, the default audio output for a Venue 11 Pro tablet is the internal speakers.
If the tablet is docked in a Venue desktop dock with an HDMI or DisplayPort connected display with headphone jack (U2713H for example), the default audio output will change automatically to the HDMI or DisplayPort connected device, regardless of any speaker configuration on the device.
If the Display has no internal speakers or has no speaker bar attached, then a no audio condition may be encountered until the default output is changed back to the internal speakers of the tablet.
The Realtek/Intel audio device drivers check for HDMI/DisplayPort audio devices installed in Windows 8.1 and if detected, Windows 8.1 will automatically make the switch to the HDMI/DisplayPort audio device.
If the displays have no speakers and headphone output jack, then the switch will result in a no audio state until the default audio device is manually changed back to the internal speakers.
Right click the volume speaker icon in the systray next to the date/time, then select Playback Devices. Select Speakers/Headphones and click Ok.


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I read these in the Iranian about the filtering situation in Iran:
January 11: "Third note:I'm writing again to update you on the filtering situation. This will most likely be my last update on the story, since everything seems to be back to normal, so to speak. [Petition to unblock Orkut]
Neda Network is back. Rumor has it that they refused to filter Orkut and that's why they had to close down briefly. Pars Online apparently never closed according to some, and was "plumbed" according to others.
People are just figuring out different ways to circumvent the filters and get to Orkut. One of the most effective ways to do it is to use Orkut's IP address instead of the regular URL, which would mean just typing http://126.96.36.199 in the address bar in order to reach the site. Of course, proxies could be used for the purpose too. There are a few guides on how to use proxies already on the web.
Most importantly, the rumors about the restriction of blog sites definitely don't seem to be true and only hype. Persianblog, blogger.com and the rest are all functioning as they always did. The filtering only concerns Orkut. >>> First & second note
-- Anonymous, Tehran"
[January 9]:
"Second note:Hi again,
I'm writing to update you on what I reported earlier about the crackdown. I've checked persianblog.com, and contrary to what the BBC is reporting, it is alive and well and living on the Iranian web shores. [See petition to unblock Orkut]
There are no updates on rumors concerning Pars Online and Neda, but this also might be of interest: Apparently, there has been a case made against [Vice President] Abtahi at the clerics' court ("daadgaah-e rowhaaniat") after he created the commission to investigate allegations of mistreatment made by arrested bloggers. This is also still a rumor, but the difference is that Abtahi himself has claimed having heard about the case.
I'll attach two screenshots [from my computer monitor in Tehran] of the now filtered Orkut as well as the filtered petition site.
First note:Thought you'd want to know that there are rumors of a major Internet crackdown over here. Orkut has definitely been filtered "be dastoore ghovveye ghazayie", Neda.net is not working anymore (though according to the company itself, it's only for 24 hours), Pars Online has been "plumbed" ("polomb!") this morning according to another rumor, and so on.
Weblogs haven't been filtered (yet?), neither is iranian.com -- at least not on the ISP I'm using. People can still get on Orkut if they use the secure version of the site (by using https for every page they're trying to retrieve), but apparently, there's a way to filter that as well.
-- Anonymous, Tehran"


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