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NSA Goes From Saying Bulk Metadata Collection 'Saves Lives' To 'Prevented 54 Attacks' To 'Well, It's A Nice Insurance Policy'
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In fact, both judges and the intelligence task force seemed shocked at the lack of any actual evidence to support that these programs were useful.
And yet, the NSA and its defenders keep insisting that they're necessary. Director of National Intelligence, James Clapper, a few months ago, tried out a new spin, claiming that effectiveness wasn't the right metric, but rather "peace of mind." Of course, the obvious response to that is to point out that spying on everyone makes most of us fairly uneasy, and we'd have a lot more "peace of mind" if they dropped the program.
And, now, the NSA number 2 guy, who's about to retire, John C. "Chris" Inglis, gave a long interview with NPR, in which he is now claiming that even if the program hasn't been particularly useful in the past, that "it's a good insurance policy."
"I'm not going to give that insurance policy up, because it's a necessary component to cover a seam that I can't otherwise cover."Basically, we want to keep this information because we want that information, even if it's not been shown to be at all useful. Of course, that's the same logic one can use to defend just about any violation of the 4th Amendment. Putting a private drone with a camera and a recording device streaming everything it sees and hears while following around NSA deputy director Chris Inglis may not discover that he's a corrupt bureaucrat willing to lie to the public, but it seems like a reasonable "insurance policy" to make sure he stays honest. After all, without that, the American public can't prove that he's not corrupt -- so it seems like a reasonable "insurance policy to cover a seam we can't otherwise cover." At least, in the logic of Chris Inglis.


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With Thanksgiving coming up I wanted to take a moment to think about what I am thankful for.
My family: they have had to deal with a lot in the last few years and continue to be there for me, support me and love me. I have the best husband, children and uncle imaginable. They are there to comfort me when the pain is at its worst; help me with opening, lifting, etc…when I am unable; patient with me when I get into the 'I want something done NOW' mode and am not able to do it myself. And they know just how to gently hold me when it all becomes just a bit too much.
My friends: there is so much to say about my friends…they not only support me with their friendship but also in their deeds. If I ever need anything, I know I can depend on these people for anything.
My Two Feet for a Cure Team: so many members fit into the friends category that separating them was hard to do, but these people deserve their own kudos for the work they do to raise awareness of RA and fundraising for the Arthritis Foundation's Run/Walk.
Lions Club: Again, to separate this group by itself was difficult as each member is supportive. But this club has given me something other than myself to think about and help.
Coworkers: I am not sure how I could handle many days at work if not for the people I work with. They are all a wonderful group of people and help keep my spirits up and thoughts occupied.
My Editor: A very special thanks to Jeanie Akins for the help she gives me in writing my blogs. I would probably sound like a total hick without her assistance and she deserves a special shout out.

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Keys To Being Unsuccessful: 5 Skills You Don't Have
The only thing standing in between you and success is yourself. Chances are you're comfortable in your current role at work. You're not happy, but you're comfortable. You get to do the same thing each day and work with the same people. But you're in a rut.
The key to being successful to growing a little each day. This requires you to add and enhance the skills you have.
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- Develop a Solid Network. The need to network never stops. Some of the best advice I could give a college student is to always be networking. Networking will help you land that first internship. It'll help get your first job offer or help you branch out out from one industry into another. It can never hurt to have more connections than the next guy.
- Take Calculated Risks. The unknown is scary. Thoughts of switching industries, starting a small business or giving up company provided healthcare can be down right paralyzing. It's taken a of couple years, but I've learned that the only thing that scares me more than taking risks is…. not taking them. While meeting new people and starting new ventures can be intimidating, imagine a career of doing the same thing over and over with the same people! Never learning, never advancing, never leaving your comfort zone. Don't let the fear of the unknown prevent you from branching out and taking risks.
- Able to Articulate. Your greatest idea or suggestion may be wasted if you cannot effectively communicate with others. The ability to deliver thoughts in a clear and concise manner conveys an appearance of efficiency and professionalism. In the modern era we live in, this skill does not just pertain to your spoken word. Articulation also includes maintaining a level of professionalism in your written delivery (email included), associations and even physical appearance. All of these factors will affect how a recipient interprets and receives your message.
- Identify Problem. Solve Problem. Innovation is one of the buzz words that surround our industry. The basis for innovation is the ability to identify a need or problem. Those of us who can look around and envision better, more efficient, ways to do business will be the ones leading the future. Stop accepting processes just because they're the norm. Instead, consider what could be done differently.
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On This Day in MMA History: Jon Jones Tastes Defeat (Kind Of) at the TUF 10 Finale
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Ultimate Fighter Finale cards weren't always so garbage-ass. On December 5th, 2009 — four years ago today — the TUF 10 Finale went down in Las Vegas, with a lineup featuring Jon Jones (before he became light-heavyweight champion), Frankie Edgar (before he became lightweight champion), Kimbo Slice (who was one of the most popular figures in the sport at the time), as well as Roy Nelson, Brendan Schaub, and Matt Mitrione. Today, a UFC card with those names would be sold as a pay-per-view, and it would probably do pretty damn well*. In 2009, this was just another free show on Spike TV, a cable channel that everybody knew how to find. Damn…we just didn't know how good we had it back then.
Maybe you remember Nelson's nasty one-shot KO of Schaub at the event, and maybe you remember the 15-minute wheezefest that was Kimbo vs. Houston Alexander. But the reason that the TUF 10 Finale remains infamous four years later is because of a bullshit little rule known as "no 12-to-6 elbows," which may very well be the most arbitrary and baseless rule in MMA history. Essentially, MMA fighters are allowed to crack each other's skulls wide open with their 'bows, either standing or on the ground, but if your elbow is moving vertically downward, you might as well be a villain in a Jean-Claude Van Damme movie. My goodness, somebody could actually get injured with those things.
Jon Jones, who was 22 years old at the time, had earned a prime spot on the TUF 10 Finale main card thanks to his 3-0 run in the UFC light-heavyweight division, which included a hilariously madcap decision win against Stephan Bonnar, and a second-round submission of fan-unfavorite Jake O'Brien. This was the pre-backlash Jon Jones, a guy who was universally beloved for his dynamic wrestling ability and his improvisational striking, which he picked up (as the legend goes) from watching YouTube videos. Matt Hamill was supposed to be just another stepping-stone in Jones's quick rise to the top — a recognizable TUF-guy for him to squash. And that's exactly what happened, even though Hamill wound up winning the fight on a technicality.Read More DIGG THIS


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Last week was a hectic Mid-Term week at University. I am taking a Public Speaking class and had to give a short informative speech, my chosen topic was the Jews of Hong Kong: Past, Present, and Future. (Of Course!) The audience was 20-24 year old Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese with minimal knowledge of Jews or Jewish people. My presentation was about 8-10 minutes long and showcased the prominent Jewish immigrants of Hong Kong and their contributions to the city. I also attempted to clarify Jews or Jewish people for my Chinese friends with a slide I created. J-E-W-S not to be confused with J-U-I-C-E. 🙂
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Jews began arriving in Hong Kong shortly after it became a British colony in 1842. The wealth of trading opportunities with Chinese ports served as the main draw for Jewish immigrants over the next hundred years. In 1872, there were about 40 Jews; that numbered quadrupled by the end of the 19th century. Shortly thereafter, the Jewish community realized that it needed to support a growing community. To achieve that end, the first synagogue was built, named Ohel Leah, after the builders' mother. An additional Jewish Recreation Center was built next to the synagogue three years later. (Fellner, 2012)
At present, there is an estimated 5,000 Jews living in Hong Kong, though the number can vary due to the transient nature of the city. Most are expatriates from the United States, Europe, and Israel on short-term work assignments. (Fellner, 2012) The Jews didn't just come empty-handed; they have made several significant contributions to the city of Hong Kong that I am about to introduce.
Lan Kwai Fong, Hong Kong's premier entertainment district was just an alleyway in the 1980s. Born in Germany to a Jewish family, Allan Zeman fell in love with Hong Kong upon arrival at age nineteen. Initially he started a successful garment exporting business and wanted to entertain his clients at restaurants with flair. But during the 1980s, all the good restaurants were located within hotels so he decided to start his own in Lan Kwai Fong. The restaurant spawned other entrepreneurs to open restaurants and business in the area, thus turning it into the entertainment block that it is today. He said "Hong Kong is every businessman's dream. If you have a dream, you can make the dream happen the next day." (China Daily, web)
Ocean Park, Hong Kong's premier theme park was struggling with low attendance and negative operations before 2004. Allan Zeman took over as Chairperson and turned that around. He saw the potential of the park and worked with designers to craft a new vision, filled with creativity and innovation. Today Ocean Park has an annual attendance of about seven million, compared to the two million in 2004 and is ranked the World's 9th Theme Park. (China Daily, web)
Another notable Jewish family, the Kadoories, came to Hong Kong from Baghdad, Iraq in the 1800s and has had a lasting impact on the culture life of Hong Kong. Lawrence Kadoorie was an original "Taipan" or Tycoon of Hong Kong. He founded CLP; the utilities company that made Hong Kong's post-World War II industrial boom possible. Michael Kadoorie, his son, heads the Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels Group with the Flagship Peninsula Hotel chain. The Peninsula Hotel of Hong Kong proudly stands in Kowloon as a famous Hong Kong landmark. (Associated Press, 1993)
The Kadoorie Farm and Botanical Garden in the New Territories is another notable contribution to Hong Kong from the Kadoorie family. After the Japanese occupation of Hong Kong, Hong Kong's population dropped to about 600,000. It skyrocketed to over 1.5 million after Mainland Chinese refugees began to flood Hong Kong to escape the Civil War ravaging their homeland. Farmers made up the bulk of the refugees, the Kadoorie Brothers, Lawrence and Horace wanted to help them help themselves so to speak. They created what's now called the Kadoorie Farm and Botanical Gardens to provide interest-free loans, training, and agricultural input to refugee farmers. Today the farm as evolved with an environmental mission as Hong Kong moved away from farming. It provides environmental education, plant protection, and organic agriculture to local community. (KFBG, n.p)
The Golden Shopping Mile of Hong Kong, otherwise known as Nathan Road owes its name to a Jew. His name is Sir Matthew Nathan, Governor of Hong Kong under British rule from 1904-1907. Trained as an engineer, he was the youngest-ever Governor at just thirty-nine years old. (Jewish Times Asia: Dec 09/Jan 10)
Under his leadership, the foundation of Kowloon's transportation systems was laid. The planning of the KCR or Kowloon-Canton Railway was underway when he took the governorship, but was full of construction challenges and pitfalls. He combined his engineering expertise, people skills, and financial maneuvering to help overcome construction challenges. For example, "Nathan…offered his technical advice for the construction of the Chinese section, suggesting that the railway line bypass Weichow, thus saving enormous amounts of time and money." (Jewish Times Asia: Dec 09/Jan 10)
He was also instrumental in persuading British Railway officials to move the proposed ferry and train terminal from Yau-Ma-Tei to the southern-most tip in Kowloon, in order to enhance efficiencies in the Hong Kong section of the KCR. (Jewish Times Asia: Dec 09/Jan 10)
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Marine rapid-reaction unit commander relieved of duties
The Marine Corps relieved the commander of one of its premier expeditionary units, saying the officer had lost the confidence of his commanding general.
The dismissal is the latest in a string of officers who have been relieved of command, according to the Marine Corps Times.
The Marine Corps said it had relieved Col. James Christmas as the commander of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit Thursday.
Christmas was relieved by Maj. Gen. Ray Fox, commanding general of II Marine Expeditionary Force, which is based at Camp Lejeune, N.C.. No details were released about what led to the decision.
The unit had recently been part of a new force based in Europe established after the attack in Benghazi, Libya, that killed four Americans, including the ambassador. The force can deploy quickly to emergencies in North Africa. USA TODAY first reported on the Marine force in June.
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The Sunburst-finished Strat® guitar bears the serial number 244458, which dates it as a 1968-69 model. The neck has a date stamp on the inside, which reads "MAY69". Other features include twenty-one fret rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, three pickups, three rotary controls, three-way selector switch, tailpiece with adjustable saddles and white pickguard; with original rectangular hardshell case with orange plush lining.
The sunburst guitar was examined by vintage guitar expert Richie Friedman who has confirmed that, in his opinion, this guitar shows characteristics consistent with other Stratocaster guitars owned and played by Jimi Hendrix. Most importantly, the nut appears to have been removed at some point, one of Hendrix's trademark modifications. This modification was also seen in the white Woodstock Stratocaster guitar sold in 1990. Similarly, the back plate has been removed, another trademark of Hendrix's - he would remove the back plate and would occasionally pluck the revealed springs of the vibrato system to create unusual sounds and effects.
The guitar appears to be in original condition throughout, the present owner having stored the guitar, without playing, prior to loaning the instrument to the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in Cleveland. The vendor met The Jimi Hendrix Experience during The Isle Of Wight Festival where his own band was hoping to play - the vendor became friendly with the band and purchased this guitar following Hendrix's death.
This guitar was probably purchased in mid-1969 by Hendrix for use in the recording studio. Apparently, Hendrix favoured rosewood necks in the studio as he liked the way they sounded although he preferred maple necks for stage use. He favoured black, white and sunburst finishes and occasionally played a red Strat guitar - apparently, he chose to use black and white Strat guitars on stage as he liked the way they looked. Towards the end of his career, he favoured his 1968 black Stratocaster guitar and his 1968 White "Woodstock" Stratocaster guitar, both with maple fingerboards, and used them consistently on stage from October, 1968 until his death.


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Chicago's Jackson settles down after tough start, strikes out 9 as Cubs and Astros tie 6-6
HOUSTON – Chicago's Edwin Jackson got off to a slow start on Friday night against the Houston Astros. When he settled down, he was almost unhittable.
Jackson struck out nine as the Cubs and Astros played to a 6-6 tie in 10 innings in an exhibition game.
Jackson plunked leadoff hitter Jose Altuve before walking Brett Wallace. Chris Carter then doubled in a pair with one out before Jackson struck out two straight to end the inning.
Houston's Marwin Gonzalez hit an opposite-field, three-run homer in the second before Jackson retired nine of the next 10 batters, striking out seven of them. He was replaced by James Russell for the fifth inning.
His nine strikeouts were one more than he'd had in his previous five spring starts.


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The subject of my directorial debut was my multi-award winning short screenplay "Believers". This was shot in October 2016 on location at West Cork, Ireland. It has kicked off its film festival adventure in 2017 with 3 "Best 1st Time Director" awards, 7 other awards and chalked up 5 additional nominations. Consequently, I've now won film awards for writing, directing and producing.
Emmy Award winner Miguel Guerreiro filmed my short script "Early Release". It subsequently achieved official selection status at 24 film festivals and won 10 awards.
In August 2017, I will be shooting my short script "Jezabel" on location in France to be filmed in French with a French cast & crew.
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I've optioned two feature scripts and a third is subject to a Shopping Agreement. I have five shorts slated for production and was recently commissioned to write a feature to be shot in Nebraska.
Over the past few years I've accepted invitations to be a jury member of the Paris Art & Movie Awards, 11th Marbella International Film Festival, The Monkey Bread Tree Awards, The Metres International Film Festival and the London Indie Film Festival.
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It's a Kardashian style takeover! With their clothing line for bebe set to hit stores in two days, the Kardashian sisters aren't letting you forget about their other soon-to-launch fashion project: an Armenian-inspired jewelry line for L.A.-based brand Virgin Saints and Angels. Though the baubles won't hit stores until April, Khloe Kardashian is already offering up a sneak peek. Taking to her official website she writes, "Well I'm very excited to finally be able to share some of the fab pieces from the collection with you. The design was inspired by our Armenian heritage and there's a great deal of symbolism behind each piece. We've all worked very hard on this project and my sisters and I are absolutely thrilled with the way the line turned out! I can't wait to hear what you guys think and which are your favorite pieces." We have our eyes on the cross ring and star earrings (above), and with prices starting at $300, we are already starting to save. Tell us: What do you think of Kim, Khloe and Kourtney's jewelry for Virgin Saints and Angels? Will you buy it?


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Preview: NaturaLatex Tranquil by Natura
Bed: NaturaLatex Tranquil Mattress
Manufacturer: Natura
Retail Price: $1,399.99 for full set
Just last week we moved into our January bed, which is a great side by side comparison to last month's bed, the Sealy Embody. Both beds are latex foam based and spongy, but Natura is a green company that markets themselves as selling "natural sleep solutions." Accordingly, this bed came with all sorts of green bells and whistles, including a green tea & aloe fragrance mister and an Aloe Dream Mate Latex pillow.
I met Ralph Rossdeutscher, Natura's co-founder, at the Highpoint Furniture Market last spring and he was the one who gave me the idea for this whole Year in Bed. He challenged me by saying that he could definitely make me sleep better, if I tried one of his beds. He also impressed me with his devotion to finding green solutions in a category where materials and price point make it very challenging to go green.
Natura has MANY types of beds at many price points, and I asked to try one that would be a good fit for our readers. They recommended the Tranquil as being right in the middle of their line and not 100% green. It's a combination of 66% natural and green elements, coupled with non green elements for optimum comfort (100% organic foam can be very stiff). Their 100% organic beds get very expensive.
What Do We Think So Far?
Right away, Sara said she loved this bed best, which was a pretty strong and unusual start. It IS comfortable, and it does seem to achieve a nice, spongy, cozy supporting feeling WITHOUT being hot at all.
The Prediction?
While this bed does not have the big brand marketing or sexy look at feel of some of the other beds, I predict that this one will become a front runner after this month. Why? Because I like it already and Sara, who hasn't liked anything, loves it.
YIB Bed Reviews
- Hastens - Hastens Excelsior II
- Savoir - Savoir No. 2 Bed - "The Savoy"
- Kluft - The Kluft Royal Sovereign "Concerto LS" Bed
High End
- Keetsa - The Keetsa Pillow Plus
- Charles P. Rogers - The Biltmore Bed by C.P. Rogers
- Room & Board - Encased Coil Natural Mattress by Room & Board
- Tempurpedic - TEMPUR-Cloud Supreme with Advanced Ergo Adjustable Base
- Sealy - Embody Memory Foam Stillness Plus Bed by Sealy
- Simmons - Danny Seo Natural Care Bed by Simmons
- Natura - Natura Latex Tranquil
Mid Range
- Saatva - Saatva Luxury Firm
- Ikea - IKEA Erfjord


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Professional Community for Car Dealers, Marketing, Advertising and Sales Leaders
I can't tell you how many bad press releases I've read in the 30 years I've been doing PR. From typos to issuing marketing collateral as a release, it never ceases to amaze me how many companies don't get what it takes to issue a solid release. Writing a press release worth reading is really very simple. Just follow these 4 Fundamentals!
Fundamental #1 – Formatting. Press releases have a traditional format. Journalists and news organizations are used to reading news releases in a certain way, if you break from the basics, they might ignore your announcement all together. The basic format is pretty simple.
Fundamental #2 – Length. It's hard to boil down a new product announcement, but it is essential to keep your releases as short as possible to keep your readers engaged. There is nothing wrong with a one-page release if you can say all you need to say within a page. Remember, quality over quantity. The purpose of a press release is to get the word out to the industry, press and customers. You are trying to tell a story, but it's not a novel, keep it short and sweet. Your word count should be no more than 1200 words, but try to keep it around 750 if possible. Look at Twitter for example, in only 140 characters you can deliver an effective message. It is possible to get your point across succinctly!
Fundamental #3 – Content. The basic content of any press release:
Fundamental #4 – Keywords. Press releases are a highly effective way to increase organic search rankings. Be sure to include one or two keywords throughout your press release. A word of caution, however, be sure to include them when it make sense. Don't pepper the release with your buzz word until it no longer makes sense to the industry or journalists. Also try as much as possible to avoid jargon and acronyms.
That's it! Those are the basics. It's not difficult if you develop a template, follow it, and write something YOU would want to read. Put yourself in the shoes of a journalist. They get hundreds of press releases every day. Think to yourself while writing, "Would this catch my attention?", if you can answer, "yes" then you are on the right track. Good luck!
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Great point! I have found this to be the case on several occasions -- IF the news is good it can get picked up as a story in itself. But NOT if the press release is from a company with wording such as "we are so excited to announce the release of our first to market, fantastic, ground breaking new tool that....." with the release saying little else.
Good stuff. I would only amplify point three, to wit:
Write it as a news story, not as a press release. Reason: There are lots of lazy newspaper folks out there who will, if you have written a servicable piece, slap their own lead on it (if they bother to do even that) and put it out under their byline.
Corallary: If you can't write it as a news piece, don't write it at all.
It does Sara and thanks for the valuable information.
Jerry, posting on your website first is optimum for SEO purposes. For the automotive retail field I would suggest posting on the other 5 or 6 auto dealer social media sites and of course sending out to the publications such as Dealer Magazine, Auto Dealer Monthly, Dealer Marketing etc., that will also post on their site and send out in their weekly online newsletters. Its also a good idea to use a news wire service such as PR Newswire -- PRWEB is one of the cheaper ones. For $200 per release you get to have an SEO optimized release that gets picked up by Yahoo News etc and is good for SEO purposes There's a lot more I could say on the matter but that's it in a nutshell. Hope that helps!
Great article Sara! Once a company puts up a press release on their website, what other sites would be best utilized to promote? Suggestions?
I agree re: the "so what" comment. There's nothing worse than reading a press release with a quote by the CEO starting out, "I'm so excited..." or "we're so proud...." The quote in a press release is almost equivalent to TV's "sound bite" opportunity. Use it to stress the benefits that the reader (i.e. target audience) is going to get from the release, why should they care, what's in it for them?
Excellent post here Sara. Sometimes we all tend to try and build a bigger, better mousetrap when sticking to the tried and true methods works best! This is one post that is a keeper in my archive.
ps I also liked the "So What" comment added by Jennifer Sanford. I try to think like that when writing creative copy for radio, tv, print and direct mail ads
Great point! Thanks Jennifer
If I may, I'd like to add one more point. If you're trying to decide if your product or partnership is worth a press release, use the "so what?" test. Ask yourself what difference this product or partnership announcement means. Basically, why is this announcement relevant? Is the announcement making a difference to anyone's life or livelihood?
Keep asking yourself that question as you write the release, including the quotes. If you read the quote you've written for your president and ask "so what?" and the answer you come up with is "I don't know" then re-write the quote. The quotes are a pet peeve of mine. Of course the president is excited to be announcing this new product/partnership/enhancement. What is the underlying reason for making this product or engaging in the partnership? Use the quote to present a "voice" to your real message.
Succinct and useable, thanks!
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For Emily Williams, studies in comparative
cultural studies helped her find an outlet in the world beyond
academia—and with it, a chance to change the course of other people's lives in
a positive way.
Williams, who graduated in the spring of 2012,
chose the university because of its close proximity to her home in Tucson and
the sense of community she got upon visiting the campus. That sense of
community was deepened during her time at the university, as she became
involved with the Jack's Little Brother (JLB) Project, a Flagstaff-based
non-profit organization that provides counseling and other positive
reinforcement to parents who have experienced the loss of a child due to
miscarriage, stillbirth, or sudden infant death.
Williams became involved with the organization
after first hearing of them through an online advertisement. After the application process, she was invited to interview in front of the JLB Project's
board. Though Williams didn't know it at the time, she was about to become part
of something that would have a profound impact on her future.
"I've gotten to a lot of people, and it has been really exciting," Williams says. "I always feel at the end of the day, I can learn something new. It's a very rewarding feeling."
As office manager, it is Williams' responsibility to ensure the success of the JLB Project through grant writing and other office work. Williams, who was originally planning to attend graduate school and study the arts, now envisions herself as a freelance grant writer specializing in the help of non-profit organizations.
"I like being part of a greater good," Williams says. "Even though I'm sort of behind the scenes, I can still see that my efforts are resulting in the success of the programs, which are helping these families. Once I started this job, I discovered I really enjoyed giving back."
Her time at Northern Arizona University, says Williams, prepared her well for her work with the JLB Project and her future goals. She presented at the Undergraduate Symposium twice and worked to promote her minor, Arts and Cultural Management, a relatively new program offered to undergraduates.
She cites Constance DeVereaux, her Arts and Cultural Management professor, and Thomas Patin, a professor of art history, as her favorite mentors during her time as a student. Williams says the relationship she has with her professors has provided positive reinforcement she couldn't have obtained elsewhere.
"The professors in my department know me really well," Williams says. "They really challenge me and they expect a lot of me. Those expectations have resulted in a high quality of work and a higher work ethic."


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Brantley Gilbert vs. Justin Moore – The Showdown
Wednesday's Showdown was the most hotly contested song battle yet, with a record number of voters deciding Brantley Gilbert's 'Kick It in the Sticks' should move on to face a new challenger on Thursday and Thursday night on Taste of Country Nights radio. The rowdy party song topped multi-day champion Gary Allan and his new song 'Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain).'
Today it's a battle of lablemates, as Gilbert's hit takes on the new song from Justin Moore. "Til My Last Day' is another poignant slice of life from the 'Small Town USA' hitmaker. There promises to be another heated battle all day long as fans of the two proud singers line up behind them to vote – and vote often.
Listen to clips of both Gilbert's and Moore's songs and vote for your favorite here. You can vote once every hour online, so come back and vote often to be sure your artist wins. Hear the full versions of the songs tonight after 10PM on Taste of Country Nights. Help your favorite song win by placing additional votes at (888) 678-9995. Call as many times as you like! You can listen to the show online through any of the 33 radio stations that carry it. Voting will end tonight at 10:40PM CT.
Listen to a Sample of Brantley Gilbert, 'Kick It in the Sticks'
Listen to a Sample of Justin Moore, "Til My Last Day'
Showdown Rules: The song with the most votes wins, and the winner goes on to face a new challenger in the next Showdown. Vote as much as once per hour online, and as much as you want by calling (888) 678-9995. If a song wins five days in a row, it will be retired into the Taste of Country Showdown Hall of Fame to allow for new songs to compete. Some songs will be considered for a second Showdown if voter turnout is healthy in a losing effort.


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Duracell: Three New Auto/Marine/RV Batteries
February 12, 2010 by RVBusiness · 1 Comment
With virtually every system in an RV and tow vehicle powered by electrical current, dependable 12-volt batteries are paramount to enjoying the lifestyle. Duracell has introduced a trio of batteries to meet the emerging needs of consumers. Duracell AGM with Extreme Power uses absorbed glass mat (AGM) technology — micro-fiber glass mats absorb the acid to prevent spilling or leakage — to deliver twice the durability, dependability and long-lasting performance to withstand the demands of multiple loads, while Duracell EHP Advanced Generation batteries are designed to safeguard against damaging hot and cold temperatures. But some of the harshest conditions occur with marine or RV use, which is why Duracell's Marine & RV batteries provide extra protection against vibration. These units also employ AGM technology. These new batteries are being introduced through Duracell's business alliance with East Penn Manufacturing Co. Inc., the world's largest and most modern single-site, independent battery maker. For more information, contact: Duracell, Berkshire Corporate Park, Bethel, CT 06801; (800) 551-2355, www.duracell.com.


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Don't mask your true colours, match them. Your skin isn't the same colour all over so why use a foundation that is? Colour Adapt in Blushing Beige flatters and works with every shade of your face to create the most natural looking base for you.
Clever colour adapting particles pick up and reflect the different pigments in your complexion to give a totally sheer look without masking your skin's true radiance.


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On February 21, 2017, home schoolers from all over Arkansas are planning to fill the halls of government and fill the tummies of our elected officials with free home-cooked desserts. What a great way to influence friends or create new ones!
Voting on laws all day works up quite an appetite. Your legislators will be hungry and glad to see you walk in with some tasty food. So, dust off your favorite dessert recipe and join over 1,000 home schoolers for Home School Day at the Capitol.
Bring your entire family. Bring all your home school friends. Drop off your desserts. Spend the rest of the day touring our State Capitol, sight-seeing around Little Rock, and shopping. It's fun! It's educational! It puts our best home school foot forward! And your kids will enjoy it a lot more than doing school at home!
How to Participate in Home School Day at the Capitol
- You must register in advance. Click here to register now. You can also register over the phone by calling (501) 978-5503.
- Bring at least 2 desserts, one for your State Senator and one for your State Representative. (If you don't know their names, we will work that out for you.)
- Find out more about hotel accommodations, parking, and restaurants: General Info || Parking and Shuttle Bus Info || Restaurants || Hotel Accommodations
- Bring your entire family and all your home school friends.
- Hear bills debated by attending legislative committee meetings. (10:00 a.m.–noon)
- Watch floor debates and actual votes on legislation from the House or Senate gallery. (1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.)
- Sign up for a free guided tour of the historic State Capitol Building. (offered throughout the day)
- Meet lawmakers.
- Come and go as you please.
- Be part of a group photo on the Capitol steps.
- See the sights of Little Rock on your own.
- Shop till you drop.
Take a Break and Join Us!
Deadline: 5 p.m.Friday, February 17, 2017
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Eric Cantor to Join Wall Street Investment Bank
Deposed House Majority Leader To Open Washington Office for Moelis & Co.
Eric Cantor plans to join boutique investment bank Moelis & Co., as the recently defeated House majority leader embarks on a new career on Wall Street.
Mr. Cantor, 51 years old, will be a vice chairman and board member at the firm, effective this week, he and Moelis founder Ken Moelis said in a joint interview on Monday.
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A successful comeback from a 7-1 deficit after 41⁄2 innings of the opener spurred the Chillicothe Cardinals American?Legion baseball senior-level team to a doubleheader sweep of the visiting Moberly Sixers yesterday at "June"?Shaffer Memorial Park stadium.
A successful comeback from a 7-1 deficit after 41⁄2 innings of the opener spurred the Chillicothe Cardinals American?Legion baseball senior-level team to a doubleheader sweep of the visiting Moberly Sixers yesterday at "June"?Shaffer Memorial Park stadium.
A 5-run bottom of the sixth overcame a 7-3 Chillicothe deficit in the opener and then the Cardinals again scored in what became their final at-bat in the home half of the sixth of game two as the Vern?R. Glick Post No. 25-sponsored team edged their long-time archrivals from Bazan-Bailey Post No. 6 3-2 to complete the sweep.
The 1-run wins pushed the Cardinals over the .500 mark for the season at 5-4 and got them off to a great start in their limited "league" play. Chillicothe,?Moberly, and Hannibal will play four "league" games against each other to determine seedings for the postseason district tournament – a total of eight games each.
The Cardinals will have a few days off from game play now after having five games in four days. An originally-slated road doubleheader at Harrisonville tomorrow has been cancelled, according to the team's pages on GameChanger website. That leaves Chillicothe's next play to be a doubleheader at Macon Thursday at 6 p.m.
The Cardinals will roll into that pair with momentum and growing confidence from its current 4-game winning streak.
That streak doubled yesterday in thrilling fashion at Shaffer Park.
In game one, Moberly put up 3-run innings in the second and fifth to own a seemingly-safe 7-1 advantage heading into the late going of the scheduled 7-inning contest.
However, in a momentum-building sequence in the bottom of the fifth, the Post No. 25 team saw a window of opportunity crack open and burst through.
A leadoff single to left field by leadoff man Trenton Troyer was followed by winning pitcher Zac Douglas' ground-ball hit up the middle. A passed ball moved both runners up.
Derrick Leeper then tapped the ball to the third baseman, who threw to first for the out as Troyer initially held up and then broke for home once the throw was made. The first baseman's throw to home plate eluded the Sixers' catcher, not allowing Troyer to score, but Douglas to hustle home, too, the trail runner getting in under the tag thanks to a high, hurried throw from the catcher to pitcher Devin Cook.
The play cut the gap from 7-1 to 7-3 and even though Cook set down the next two batters, the Cardinals had gained some momentum and Moberly lost a bit of its confidence.
Following Douglas' stranding of a couple of Sixers in the top of the sixth, Chillicothe came back to bat hoping to chip away further at the now-4-run deficit and give itself a reasonable chance of winning the game with a walkoff rally in the seventh or extra innings.
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Recall Details
The steering column assembly contains electrical connections for the driver's airbag, commonly called the "clock spring". This spiral cable assembly includes a Flexible Flat Cable (FFC). Due to the shape and location of the FFC's retainer, the FFC could become damaged when the steering wheel is turned. If the FFC is damaged, the driver's airbag could be deactivated. The failure of the driver's airbag to deploy when required increases the risk of injury to the driver. When the parts are available, dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly to correct this concern.
Our Quick Take
The driver's front airbag may not deploy as expected in the event of a crash.
What Should You Do?
Toyota will send owners of their vehicles an interim notification beginning in April 2014, a second letter will be send when parts become available. As of the writing, General Motors has not yet released a notification schedule for this recall. If you don't receive notification and believe you should have, please contact your dealer for further instruction. They may ask for your vehicle identification number (VIN), so please have it handy when you call.


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Venezuela: US banned presidential overflight
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela complained Thursday that Washington had barred President Nicolas Maduro from flying through U.S. airspace and prohibited a general from later accompanying him to the United Nations.
Foreign Minister Elias Jaua said prohibiting the flight scheduled to pass over Puerto Rico on Friday as Maduro headed to China amounted to an "aggression."
Maduro later complained about the airspace issue and said the United States had refused to grant a visa to Gen. Wilmer Barrientos, his chief of staff.
He said he was going to China in a Cuban plane to "strengthen relations with the great power of the 21st Century!"
He did not say whether the U.S. had explained either action. U.S. Embassy officials in Caracas did not immediately respond to a request seeking comment.
Jaua said Venezuela reserved "the right to take whatever measures we have to if the government of the United States, and its aviation authorities, don't rectify this latest abuse."
Allied leftist President Evo Morales of Bolivia, whose plane was forced down in Austria in July after leaving Moscow, presumably because U.S. intelligence leader Edward Snowden was suspected to have been aboard, also reacted angrily.
He said without offering further details that the United States should prepare to face "international legal action for crimes against humanity."
Venezuela and Bolivia have had strained relations with the U.S. recent years.
Washington has been without an ambassador in Venezuela since 2010 and Morales kicked out the U.S. ambassador and the Drug Enforcement Administration in 2008, accusing them of inciting the opposition.
Maduro, the hand-picked successor of the late Hugo Chavez, has repeatedly accused the United States of conspiring to overthrow his government, although without substantiating the claims.
He narrowly won the presidency in April in elections the opposition claims were stolen through fraud and he presides over a government that human rights and press freedom groups say is among the most repressive in the Western Hemisphere.
Maduro's Venezuela is a staunch supporter of Syria and an ally as well of Russia and Iran. China has in recent years become a close commercial associate.
The United States also considers Venezuela a major drug-transiting country, where cocaine originating in Colombia heads north toward the United States and east to Africa and Europe.
Associated Press writers Paola Flores in La Paz, Bolivia, and Frank Bajak in Lima, Peru, contributed to this report.


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A Tangible Alarm System
There's really no need for an alarm clock to be "evil" to be effective, as proven by this alarm clock system concept utilizing NFC-technology with a smartphone's built-in alarm. The Tangible Alarm offers a hands-on solution for sleepy-eyed snoozers, where simply moving your phone from one position to another can activate the alarm, snooze, or turn the alarm off completely...
UK designer Victor Johansson has been experimenting with NFC technology in various shapes, forms, and functions (his upcoming Bowl Radio is stunning), with his Tangible Alarm concept a solution for not-yet-awake interaction with an annoying alarm clock. NFC permits users to engage activities with a simple slide over from one niche to another (a subtle "speed bump" between each on, snooze, and off section provides the tactile feedback).
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Recall Details
The nuts that secure the windshield wiper arms may not have been tightened to the correct specification during vehicle assembly and as a result, if the wipers are restricted by an external load such as a build up of snow, one or both or the wipers may become inoperative. Inoperative wipers could reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Lexus dealers will install new wiper arm nuts to correct this concern.
Our Quick Take
One or both of the windshield wipers may stop working if restricted by an external load, such as a build up of snow.
What Should You Do?
Toyota will notify owners of affected vehicles beginning late February 2013. There may be no symptoms related to this recall. If don't receive notification and you feel you should have, please contact your dealer. It's helpful to have your vehicle identification number (VIN) when you call.


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Accenture is a Leader in Oracle implementation, according to IDC's analysis and buyer perception released in a recent report.
The IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Oracle Implementation Services 2016 Vendor Assessment, issued in September, represents the industry analyst's opinion on vendors that are well positioned today through current capabilities and strategies. Thirteen leading vendors were named in the study, which assesses Oracle implementation services covering the design, build, and integrate functions and includes both IT and business consulting and systems integration.
In citing Accenture as an Oracle implementation leader, the IDC MarketScape stated, "Accenture is one of the largest SIs in the Oracle implementation ecosystem in terms of both revenue and resources dedicated to the practice. Accenture offers end-to-end services capabilities from plan, design and build to application and infrastructure management. In 2015, Accenture, in collaboration with Oracle, created Accenture Oracle Business Group with the goal to transform customers in the digital era using Oracle cloud solutions. Accenture has clients spanning multiple lines of business and offers a broad set of solutions across the entire Oracle technology portfolio from on-premise apps to cloud to engineered systems. Accenture's Oracle strategy is to combine innovation, the breadth of Oracle services and the extensive partner ecosystem to help customers move to the new IT era of cloud and digital."
Areas of strength
According to the report, clients rate Accenture highly in the following areas:
Achieving desired business outcomes
Integrating project team with client's team
Integrating Oracle solutions with non-Oracle systems
IDC rates Accenture highly in terms of its innovation/R&D strategy and its marketing strategy.
©Copyright IDC. IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Oracle Implementation Services 2016 Vendor Assessment, #US40140016, September 2016.
Read the Accenture excerpt.
IDC MarketScape vendor analysis model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of ICT suppliers in a given market. The research methodology utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in a single graphical illustration of each vendor's position within a given market. The Capabilities score measures vendor product, go-to-market and business execution in the short-term. The Strategy score measures alignment of vendor strategies with customer requirements in a 3-5-year timeframe. Vendor market share is represented by the size of the circles. Vendor year-over-year growth rate relative to the given market is indicated by a plus, neutral or minus next to the vendor name.


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Waiting On God's Perfect Timing
By Robert Moment
Waiting is one of the most difficult things to do, whether we're waiting for an airline flight, a phone call or an answered prayer. But we have to remember that God's timing is different than our own.
Waiting is one of the most difficult things to do, whether we're waiting for an airline flight, a phone call or an answered prayer. We become impatient and wonder why everyone else is holding us up and keeping us from getting what we want. It seems like the more we want something, the harder it is to wait – and we even get impatient with God!
But we have to remember that God's timing is different than our own. He sees things from a different perspective and sees the whole picture, not just what we want, but what is best for us in the grand plan for our lives. All is part of a divine order and will be done in its own right and proper time. Of course, when we are hoping, praying and waiting for something, it's easy to forget this. After all, waiting is "remaining inactive in one place while expecting something." And being inactive means feeling powerless and at the mercy of the world – nobody likes that feeling. But we must keep in mind God's greater plan and his perfect timing:
"We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28
"Trust in Him at all times, O people." Psalm 62:8
What are YOU Waiting For?
What are you waiting for in your life? A new job, financial security, healing, a baby, a restored marriage? It seems that no matter where we are in our lives, we are waiting for something in the future. Our lives are never stagnant; if we are moving forward, there is always something to expect or wait for around the next bend in the road of our lives.
There are many stories of "waiting" in the Bible. In some stories, the waiting seemed to last forever, while others only waited a few intense moments. The key to waiting is not the length of time but how we handle the wait. The Bible teaches us that we should "wait on the Lord." We must look with confidence and expectation toward the future, trusting that God will fulfill our waiting in good and proper time.
There are three actions that will help you wait on the Lord patiently and with faith, knowing and believing that He will help:
1. Trust – If we doubt God's willingness to hear and answer our prayer, we may begin to feel bitter when we think God has heard our prayer but is silent. Scripture teaches us that God is unchangeable, which means He is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow and we can always rely on Him to provide the best possible path for our lives! God said that He will never leave us or forsake us. If He seems silent now, it is because He has another plan, different timing or a way to answer our prayer that has not been revealed to us yet. We must trust in His plan.
2. Resist – We must resist the temptation to take matters into our own hands. Patience is powerful. Having patience is essential in many circumstances and the Holy Spirit is here to fill us with this patience when we feel we cannot wait another minute on God. The safest place we can rest is in God's Will. When we rest here, resisting temptation is easy.
3. Pray – How many times have you given a prayer request to God and felt He was deaf? During these times, you need to keep on praying, but pray the right way. God always answers our prayers, but it may not be the way we want Him or expect Him to. It may be a yes, a no or something better. When we don't immediately get the answer we want, we have a tendency to repeat the same prayer over and over until we either lose our voice or simply give up. After we have given our need to the Lord, we must turn our request into a "Thank you," and an attitude of expectancy, and say, "Not my will, but Yours, Lord." When we thank the Lord in advance for answering our prayers, it is an active display of our faith that demonstrates to God our confident expectation that His awesome power will provide for us.
This Prayer can help you as you wait on God's perfect timing:
Dear Heavenly Father,
I have been waiting for ________________ for so long now, and I come before You today to ask your help. I pray that You will increase my faith and patience so that I will put my whole trust in your perfect timing and plan for my life. I will put my complete trust in You with confidence and eager expectation of Your answer, whatever that answer may be and whenever that answer may come.
Thank you that you are always with me.
Thank you that You hear my prayers and will answer in Your time and in Your way. You, Lord, are without limits.
Thank You for Your unfailing word and that You always keep Your promises to me.
I believe with my heart, mind and soul Your plan for my life is the best one possible and I thank You for Your answer.
Being in Your will is the safest place I can ever reside.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
We affirm God's Perfect Timing . Trusting in God, to see His will and perfect order unfold in our lives.
Robert Moment is an innovative forward-thinking Christian business and marketing coach, speaker and author of newly published book , God Will Always Be There For You. Robert is passionate about empowering individuals on how to experience God's love, power, joy, peace and prosperity. Visit http://www.ChristianInspirational.org and sign-up for the FREE Christian Living e-course. Follow me on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ChristiansFaith.
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Atlanta Motor Speedway Announces 2014 Schedule Of Racing Events
A full schedule of racing action showcasing numerous types of motorsports is planned at Atlanta Motor Speedway throughout 2014, with the events culminating during the Labor Day Weekend of NASCAR night racing on Aug. 29-31.
Over the course of 2014, Atlanta Motor Speedway will offer a vast array of exciting and thrilling racing action for visitors of all ages from local grassroots racing to NASCAR night racing on Labor Day Weekend. In addition, the Speedway will host numerous shows, events and driving experiences throughout the year.
Labor Day weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway will include three days filled with racing action and is one of the top events on the NASCAR schedule. Friday night will feature NASCAR Sprint Cup Series qualifying and the return to the USCS Sprint Cars to the ¼-mile "Thunder Ring" for the Sprint Car Shootout. Friday grandstand tickets are $20 and kids 12 and under will be admitted free when accompanied by an adult general admission ticket.
Saturday's activities include NASCAR Sprint Cup Series practice sessions leading up to the NASCAR Nationwide Series night race that evening. Saturday grandstand tickets start as low as $30 and kids 12 and under get in free when accompanied by an adult general admission ticket.
NASCAR's top drivers will race door-to-door for 500 thrilling miles on one of the circuit's most exciting and challenging tracks on Sunday Night with the return of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series to Atlanta Motor Speedway. Sunday grandstand tickets are priced as low as $39 with tickets for kids starting at $19 with a valid student ID.
Atlanta Motor Speedway will premiere a new event on April 26-27, the Summit Racing Equipment Atlanta Motorama. The biggest car show of the year in the Atlanta area, the event will feature cars of many types and eras, a swap meet, car corral, autocross competition and more events celebrating anything with a motor. For more information, visit www.atlantamotorama.com.
The grassroots short-track racing series Thursday Thunder will return to Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2014. Drivers in Legends and Bandolero cars will compete in a total of ten races on the ¼-mile "Thunder Ring" in a series that has produced NASCAR stars such as David Ragan, Joey Logano and Chase Elliott. Thursday Thunder opens with a special Saturday race on May 17 and then continues with the second race of the season on June 5 and concludes on July 24.
In its eighth full season in 2014, Friday Night Drags & Show-N-Shine also returns to the pavement of Atlanta Motor Speedway. One of the most successful local racing programs in the country, Friday Night Drags allows competitors to drag race a wide range of vehicles on the pit lane drag strip. Competitors in past years have raced a variety of cars in addition to trucks, motorcycles, ATVs and more. The 2014 season opens on May 9 with the points opener on May 30. The 2014 points season will wrap up on Aug.15 with a pair of Fall Stampede dates schedule for Sept. 12 and 19.
In addition to the competitive racing action in 2014, Atlanta Motor Speedway will also host numerous shows, events and driving schools. Other activities on the Speedway's 2014 schedule include the Bacon Chase, the Color Run, the Magnetic Music festival and the Richard Petty Driving Experience. Get a complete listing of all upcoming events online at www.atlantamotorspeedway.com/events/season/.
2014 Thursday Thunder Schedule
Saturday, May 17, June 5, June 12, June 19, Wednesday, June 25, June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 & July 24
2014 Friday Night Drags & Show-N-Shine Schedule
May 9, May 16, May 30, June 6, June 13, June 20, June 27, July 4, July 11, July 18, July 25, Aug. 1, Aug. 8, Aug. 15, Sept. 12 & Sept. 19
For more information, visit www.atlantamotorspeedway.com or call Atlanta Motor Speedway at or (770) 707-7904.


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- 10165 - Upgrading, Administering, and Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 and Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 SP1 (M10165)
10165 - Upgrading, Administering, and Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 and Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 SP1 (M10165)
In this hands-on course, you'll learn to install and manage an Exchange Server 2010 network of servers, and you'll explore the critical new features from a real-world perspective.
- Course Outline
In this hands-on course, you'll learn to install and manage an Exchange
Server 2010 network of servers, and you'll explore the critical new
features from a real-world perspective. You will learn to deploy
Exchange Server 2010 servers in various roles, including Mailbox role
and Client Access role, and you will learn to manage message transport.
You will also learn to upgrade Exchange 2003 or Exchange 2007 to
Exchange Server 2010 SP1.
This course incorporates materials from the Official Microsoft Learning Product 10165: Updating Your Skills from Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 or Exchange Server 2007 to Exchange Server 2010 SP1. It can also assist you in your preparation for the exams associated with the MCITP: Enterprise Messaging Administrator on Exchange 2010 certification: Exam 70-662: TS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, Configuring and Exam 70-663: Pro: Designing and Deploying Messaging Solutions with Microsoft Exchange Server 2010.
What You'll Learn
- New Exchange Server 2010 features as compared to Exchange Server 2003 and Exchange Server 2007
- Install and deploy Exchange Server 2010 in an Exchange Server organization
- Configure Mailbox servers and Mailbox server components
- Manage recipient objects, including migrating recipients from previous versions of Exchange Server to Exchange Server 2010
- Migrate client access services from previous versions of Exchange Server, and configure the Client Access server role in Exchange Server 2010
- Migrate message transport from previous versions of Exchange Server, and configure message transport in Exchange Server 2010
- Configure the secure flow of messages between the Exchange Server organization and the Internet
- Implement a high availability solution for Mailbox servers and other server roles in Exchange Server
- Plan and implement a disaster recovery solution for Exchange Server 2010 servers
- Plan and configure messaging compliance
- Migrate Exchange Server permissions to Exchange Server 2010, and configure Exchange Server security
- Monitor and maintain the messaging system
- Upgrade an Exchange Server 2007 or Exchange Server 2003 organization to Exchange Server 2010 SP1
Course Outline
1. Microsoft Exchange Server 2010
New Exchange Server 2010 Features for Exchange Server 2003 Administrators
New Exchange Server 2010 Features for Exchange Server 2007 Administrators
Upgrading to Exchange Server 2010
2. Deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2010
Installing Exchange Server 2010 SP1
Verifying the Exchange Server 2010 Installation
3. Configuring Mailbox Servers
Upgrading the Mailbox Server Role
Configuring Mailbox Server Roles
Configuring Public Folders and Public Folder Databases in Exchange Server 2010
4. Managing Recipient Objects
Managing Mailboxes in Exchange Server 2010
Configuring Mail Users, Mail Contacts, and Distribution Groups in Exchange Server 2010
Configuring E-Mail Address Policies and Address Lists in Exchange Server 2010
Performing Bulk Recipient Management Tasks in Exchange Server 2010
5. Managing Client Access
Upgrading the Client Access Server Role
Configuring the Client Access Server Role
Configuring Client Access Servers for Outlook Clients
Configuring Microsoft Outlook Web App
Configuring Mobile Messaging
6. Managing Message Transport
Overview of Message Transport
Configuring Message Transport
7. Implementing Messaging Security
Deploying Edge Transport Servers
Deploying an Antivirus Solution
Configuring an Anti-Spam Solution
Configuring Secure SMTP Messaging
8. Implementing High Availability
Configuring Highly Available Mailbox Databases
Deploying Highly Available Non-Mailbox Servers
Deploying High Availability with Site Resilience
9. Implementing Backup and Recovery
Planning Backup and Recovery
Backing Up Exchange Server 2010
Recovering from Disasters
10. Configuring Messaging Policy and Compliance
Messaging Policy and Compliance Basics
Configuring Transport Rules
Configuring Journaling and Multi-Mailbox Search
Configuring Archive Mailboxes
Configuring Retention and Archive Policies
11. Securing Microsoft Exchange Server 2010
Configuring Role-Based Access Control
Configuring Audit Logging
Configuring Secure Internet Access
12. Monitoring and Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2010
Monitoring Exchange Server 2010
Troubleshooting Exchange Server 2010
13. Upgrading from Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 to Exchange Server 2010
Appendix A: Understanding and Planning for Microsoft Exchange Online
Planning for Exchange Online
Migrating to and Managing Exchange Online
Implementing Federated Delegation
- Identifying the Hardware Requirements
- Evaluating the Requirements for an Exchange Server Installation
- Preparing for an Exchange Server 2010 SP1 Installation
- Installing Exchange Server 2010 SP1
- Verifying an Exchange Server 2010 Installation
- Verifying Exchange Server Version Interoperability
- Configuring Mailbox Databases
- Configuring Public Folders
- Managing Recipients
- Configuring E-Mail Address Policies and Address Lists
- Performing Bulk Recipient Management Tasks
- Configuring Client Access Servers
- Upgrading Client Access Services from Exchange Server 2003 to Exchange Server 2010
- Configuring Outlook Anywhere
- Configuring Outlook Web App
- Configuring Exchange ActiveSync
- Configuring Internet Message Transport
- Troubleshooting Message Transport
- Installing an Edge Transport Server
- Configuring Edge Transport Servers
- Configuring Forefront Protection 2010 for Exchange Server
- Configuring Secure SMTP Messaging
- Deploying a Database Availability Group
- Deploying Client Access Servers
- Testing the High Availability Configuration
- Implementing Disaster Recovery with DAGs
- Backing up Exchange Server 2010
- Restoring a Database in a DAG
- Recovering a Lagged Database Copy to a Point in Time
- Configuring Transport Rules
- Configuring Journal Rules
- Configuring Multi-Mailbox Search
- Configuring Archive Mailboxes
- Configuring Retention Policies
- Configuring Delegated Permissions
- Configuring Audit Logging
- Configuring RBAC Split Permissions
- Enhanced - Configuring a Reverse Proxy for Exchange Server Access
- Monitoring Exchange Server 2010
- Troubleshooting Database Availability
- Troubleshooting Client Access Servers
- Installing Exchange Server 2010
- Configuring Exchange Server Version Coexistence
- Removing Exchange Server 2007
- Installing Exchange Server 2010 SP1
- Configuring Exchange Server Version Coexistence
- Removing Exchange Server 2003
*You will choose between upgrading Exchange Server 2003 to Exchange Server 2010 SP1 or upgrading Exchange Server 2007 to Exchange Server 2010 SP1.
- Prerequisites & Certificates
At least two years administering Exchange Server 2003 or Exchange Server 2007 Experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 and Microsoft Windows Server 2008, though experience with previous versions of Exchange Server is not required Experience with Active Directory in Windows Server 2003 or Windows Server 2008 Experience managing backup and restore on Windows Servers Experience using Windows management and monitoring tools such as Microsoft Management Console, Active Directory Users and Computers, Performance Monitor, Event Viewer, and Internet Information Services (IIS) Administrator Experience using Windows networking and troubleshooting tools such as Network Monitor, Telnet, and NSLookup Fundamental knowledge of certificates and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Certificates offered
Certificate of Completion * Eligible for SATV Purchase * 5 Day SATV Voucher
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We require 16 calendar days notice to reschedule or cancel any registration. Failure to provide the required notification will result in 100% charge of the course. If a student does not attend a scheduled course without prior notification it will result in full forfeiture of the funds and no reschedule will be allowed. Within the required notification period, only student substitutions will be permitted.
Reschedules are permitted at anytime with 16 or more calendar days notice. Enrollments must be rescheduled within six months of the cancel date or funds on account will be forfeited.
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Tattoos in Greece
I'm back from my 2-week big fat Greek wedding celebration of my best friend's nuptials (photos on my Facebook page) but it was more than just eating, drinking, dancing, eating, eating, eating ... it was also about
Specifically, I'm reporting back to y'all on some amazing work coming outta my motherland.
But before I give a list of my fave Greek tattooists, I should note that despite the Zorba-esque zestiness, jump-on-the-table-and-belly-dance desires of my peeps, it is NOT a country friendly to heavily tattooed people, especially women. In fact, it's pretty hostile, and I'm not just talking about the smaller villages but even in the big cities like Athens.
For example, in one day, I was stopped and cursed at by three different people for exercising my right to bare tattooed arms -- people who worked in tourist stores and could've taken my euros for things like erotic coasters depicting the ancients in various states of coitus.
One woman spit on the floor when she saw me, claiming I was a Satan worshipper. [Indeed, I would not deem Beyonce satan by any means!]
Of course, when I hung out with the satanists at the Rockwave Festival Tuesday, my tattoos were almost as big a hit as Mastodon, Kylesa and Lita Ford, so maybe there's something to it.
My point in writing all this is that -- while Greece remains one of the most beautiful places on earth to me, a place I go back to every year -- one must be prepared to suffer the evil eye of tattoo distaste despite the country's recent tattoo conventions and incredible local tattooists.
And speaking of, here's my pick of faves should you wish a souvenir from Greece other than the Athena is My Homegirl tee.
* Mike The Athens: Mike (whose work is shown here) is one of my favorite artists worldwide, even beyond Greece's borders, particularly for his Buddhist and East Asian iconography (in fact, you'll find his tattoo and fine art work in my upcoming book on blackwork). Mike takes a spiritual approach to tattooing and is part of MAHASHAKTI, a non-profit organization whose goal is to "preserve, promote and secure spiritual tattooing in our times."
* Sake Tattoo: For the less traditional, there's Sake, who is excellent for portraiture and new school stylings; work coming out of the shop also includes the Art Brut style popularized in France and Belgium (some work comes a bit close for comfort with artists like Yann and Jeff but I haven't seen any that warrant copyright suits).
* Greek Tattoo/Hellenic Stixis: Specializes in tattoos of Hellenic motifs -- akin to much of what I wear on my arms. Research in archaeology and ancient Greek arts inform the designs of the work done here, and so if you're looking to be adorned like a Greek vase, this is the place to go.
* Tattooligans: When traveling through northern Greece, in the great city of Thessaloniki (Salonika), head to Tattooligans for color realism, some of the best coming outta the country.
* Nico Tattoo Crew: The tattoo studios of Nico Tattoo -- found in Athens, Thessaloniki and Alexandroupoli -- have a lot of artists working there, some excellent and some still learning, but when I passed by the Athens shop, I had the freedom to browse all the portfolios at leisure and everyone was super friendly. Nico himself has been around awhile and is known as a top Greek artist, but I was also really diggin the work of Kostas at the Athens shop for Japanese and Eastern iconography.
* Jimmy's: Jimmy's is the oldest tattoo shop in Greece and I remember there was a time over a decade ago that it was the only shop I'd ever hear of when I asked people in Athens about their tattoos. To learn more about Jimmy's, read this fabulous article by Lars Krutak for the Vanishing Tattoo.
This isn't an exhaustive list of course, and there are many great Greek tattoo artists creating beautiful works of art throughout the country.
Tattoo TAGS:
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Mike The Athens
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Who else is as excited for the New Year as we are?? I know I can't wait to see what new fashion trends come about and which ones will be sticking around for another year. If 2014 is anything like this year has been, then we will definitely get our fill of fashion and swimwear moments from celebs and fashion icons. I feel like the celebs really stepped it up in the bikini department this year and there were way more fun prints and sexy cutouts, which we can never get enough of! It is pretty difficult to decide on, but here are the best bikini moments in luxury swimwear from 2013.
The first of the best bikini moments is going to be the young starlet Selena Gomez. She is often told that she looks too young or doesn't have the same sex appeal as other celebs, but after seeing her in this sexy little animal print swimsuit we definitely disagree! Animal print swimsuits are an easy way to add a little sex appeal and she looks amazing in the sexy cut of this designer swimsuit. Of course you will want to get Selena's animal print look, so I think the Irresistible Bikini is the perfect choice for some sexy swimwear style.
In the monokini department, Rihanna usually has it covered, but we also loved seeing actress Sofia Vergara in her sexy black monokinis! With curves like hers, the monokini with sexy cutouts is really a perfect style and she always pulls it off! She also completes her sexy designer swimwear look with a coordinating maxi skirt, which works perfect with the one piece swimsuit. Sofia's look is both sexy and glamorous, just like the Gold Digger Monokini from the new 2014 collection.
Prints and patterns have been a major trend this year, so it should be no surprise that this next best bikini moment includes one of the most popular patterns this year. Hayden Panettiere looked amazing when she rocked her chevron print bikini to the beach this year. The fun and bold print is perfect for a young blonde like Hayden and she pulled it off perfectly with her maxi skirt for a very boho look. The Rock The Boat Bikini is just the thing to get Hayden's fun and sexy bikini look. Now you can recreate all of the best bikini moments of 2013 with your very own luxury designer swimwear styles!


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An action wherein a receiver has been appointed shall not be dismissed except by order of the court. A foreign receiver shall have capacity to sue in any district court but his rights are subordinate to those of local creditors. The practice in the administration of estates by receivers or by other similar officers appointed by the court shall be in accordance with the appropriate statute of this state and the practice heretofore followed in the courts of this state or as provided in rules promulgated by the district courts. In all other respects the action in which the appointment of a receiver is sought or which is brought by or against a receiver is governed by these rules.
These rules govern an action in which the appointment of a receiver is sought or a receiver sues or is sued. But the practice in administering an estate by a receiver or a similar court-appointed officer must accord with state statute and the historical practice in district courts or with a local rule. A foreign receiver must be allowed to sue in any district court but his rights are subordinate to those of local creditors. An action in which a receiver has been appointed may be dismissed only by court order.
Rule 66 was amended, effective ________________.
Rule 66 is identical to Rule 66, FRCivP, except for changes to conform to the court system of North Dakota and additions (i) to allow a foreign receiver to sue in district court without going through the formal ceremony of an auxiliary appointment and (ii) to specify statutes as one of the sources of procedure for the administration of estates derived from Fed.R.Civ.P. 66.
Rule 66 was amended, effective _______________, in response to the December 1, 2007, revision of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. The language and organization of the rule were changed to make the rule more easily understood and to make style and terminology consistent throughout the rules.
Sources: Joint Procedure Committee Minutes of ________________; January 17-18, 1980, page 6; Rule Fed.R.Civ.P. 66, FRCivP.
Cross Reference: Rule N.D.R.Civ.P. 17 (Parties Plaintiff and Defendant-Capacity), N.D.R.Civ.P.; Rule N.D.R.Ct. 8.1 (Receivers) N.D.R.Ct.


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Tavares leads Isles to key win over Caps
Washington, DC – In a battle between playoff hopefuls, it was the New York Islanders who picked up two vital points.
John Tavares potted the game-winning goal in the late stages of the third period as the Islanders edged the Washington Capitals, 3-2, at Verizon Center.
Evgeni Nabokov made 20 saves for New York, which overcame a blown two-goal first-period lead to win its second straight.
The Islanders remained two points behind the eighth-place New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference standings. Washington, meanwhile, is now four points out of a playoff spot.
Braden Holtby stopped 28 shots for the Capitals, who were vying for a season- high fourth consecutive victory.
"We talked about the Islanders. They're a better team than people think," said Washington head coach Adam Oates. "They've improved. They do a lot of things well, they're well coached. I don't think we took them lightly."
Tavares snapped a 2-2 tie with his 20th goal of the season. Capitals defenseman Mike Green turned the puck over deep in the Washington zone and the giveaway resulted in Matt Moulson feeding Tavares for a wrister from the right circle at the 14:42 mark of the final period.
"That line struggled a little bit in the first two periods but I talked with them after the second (period) and I knew they were going to find a way," said Islanders head coach Jack Capuano. "We knew they were going to find a way. When you need a big goal, it's that line that usually comes up for us. It was good to see those guys respond in the third (period)."
The Capitals pulled Holtby in favor of an extra attacker with 1:38 remaining, but they were unable to orchestrate another comeback.
New York jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first period on goals by Michael Grabner and Josh Bailey.
Keith Aucoin sent a cross-ice pass from the left boards that Grabner fired home at 5:24, and Bailey beat Holtby to the blocker side with a slap shot from the right circle at 7:56.
Washington fought back, however, and tied things up in the middle frame.
Troy Brouwer broke into the New York zone and fed a trailing Mike Ribeiro, who snapped a shot past Nabokov at 10:05. John Carlson then pulled the Capitals even with a one-timer from the right point at 13:28.
Game Notes
Alex Ovechkin had his goal streak snapped at five games, but the Washington captain did extend his point streak to six games with the secondary assist on Carlson's tally. Ovechkin has six goals and four helpers during his current run ... Moulson picked up his 100th career assist ... The Islanders opened a four-game road trip with their third straight victory as a guest ... Entering play, Washington had been outscored 35-28 in the second period this season.


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