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Varied carpet beetle
The varied carpet beetle (Anthrenus verbasci) is a 3 mm-long beetle belonging to the family Dermestidae.
This beetle in larval form is common in houses where it usually does little or no noticeable harm, but it is a feared pest in natural history museums, where it can seriously damage biological specimens. While adults are pollen grazers, larvae feed on natural fibers and can damage carpets, furniture, clothing and insect collections. As the beetles are extremely common in gardens in the summer it is impossible to eradicate them completely from a normal home. Regular vacuuming will keep their numbers down.
The larval form is known as a woolly bear, a name it shares with the larvae of Arctia caja and many other moths of the family Arctiidae.
A. verbasci was the first insect to be shown to have an annual circadian rhythm[1] and to date remains a classic example of circannual cycles in animals.
Adult A. verbasci range from 1.7 to 3.5 mm (0.07 to 0.14 in) in length. The body is rounded, almost spherical. Elytra and pronotum have an irregular pattern of white, brownish and yellowish patches formed by scales of different colours. Whitish scales are condensed along the lateral margins of the pronotum and on the elytra, where they form three bright, wavy transversal bands. In addition, their antennae are 11-segmented with a club of 3 segments.[2]
The larval form of A. verbasci are roughly 4–5 millimetres (0.16–0.20 in) in length. The larvae are elongate and densely hairy. The body is covered in a pattern of alternating light and dark-brown stripes. The body is usually wider at the back than at the front and also bears 3 pairs of hair tufts along its rear abdomen that can be used for self-defense.[3]
This species is present in most of Europe, in East Palearctic ecozone, in the Near East, in the Nearctic ecozone and in North Africa.
Natural history[edit]
Life cycle[edit]
A. verbasci has an unusual life cycle for an insect, developing from larvae to adult in 1–3 years, depending on the environmental conditions.[4] Larvae hatch from eggs in the spring and early summer, often in the nests of birds (including those of the house sparrow and house swift) or around stored fabrics.[5]
Larvae feed on keratin and chitin of natural fibers (dead insects, animal hair and feathers) throughout their development, eventually experiencing a dormancy period (also known as diapause) prior to pupation into the adult stage. The length of the dormancy appears to depend on environmental factors, with the most likely zeitgeber being photoperiod.[5]
Adults emerge between late May and early August, flying to and feeding on the pollen and nectar of flowering plants.[4] The life expectancy of the beetle is about two weeks. During this period, mating occurs and the eggs are laid, either close to the human environs or in bird nests, tree hollows and similar, dry places where larvae can find their food. Then the cycle begins anew.
Among the natural predators of A. verbasci, one of the most well-studied is the parasitoid wasp Laelius pedatus.[6] Upon discovering an A. verbasci larva, a female wasp will land on the larva's dorsal side and attempt to line up its long, stinger-like ovipositor for a paralyzing blow to the thorax. In response, the larva will erect long hairs on their abdomen and attempt to brush these hairs against the encroaching wasp. The hairs detach and stick to the wasp on contact, presumably causing some sort of irritation. Evidently, such irritation is not enough to deter an attack on A. verbasci larvae, as the vast majority of attacks are successful. Such a defense, however, has been shown to be effective for the closely related species Anthrenus flavipes, which has slightly longer hairs than A. verbasci.[6]
After a single successful sting, the beetle is permanently paralyzed. The entire process from landing to complete paralysis lasts approximately 40 seconds.[6] L. pedatus does not lay eggs immediately after the beetle is paralyzed, waiting as long as 24 hours before oviposition. During this time, she grooms herself, removing any hairs that might have stuck to her during the attack. During this lengthy process she appears to monitor the larva's state of paralysis by repeatedly biting it and monitoring its reaction. Once sufficiently clear of hairs, the wasp creates a bare patch on the larva's abdomen and lays 2–4 eggs. Eggs hatch in 3–4 days and the larvae feed on the beetle for 3–7 days, eventually killing the host. They then spin cocoons near the empty shell of the host, emerging some time later as an adult wasp.[6]
Interaction with humans[edit]
The larvae of A. verbasci are a common household pest. Adult beetles usually lay their eggs in air ducts, in closets, under furniture, or under baseboards.[7] Once hatched and until they pupate into adults, the larvae hide in dark, undisturbed areas and feed on organic material. The larvae are thus responsible for the damage of various items, such as furniture, clothing, blankets, furs, and carpets. They are commonly found in musical instruments which have been stored for lengthy periods of time, feeding on pads and felts most commonly found in woodwind instruments. Collections of specimens, especially of insects, are also vulnerable to attack, making A. verbasci a common pest in museums.[8] Infestations can be prevented by regular vacuum cleaning, dry cleaning or airing clothing outside, placing naphthalene balls in closets, and removing abandoned bird and insect nests attached to the building.[7] Signs of an infestation include the presence of damaged articles, molted larval skins in dark areas, and an abundance of adult beetles near windows.[7] Susceptible people may also find that shed hairs from the larvae cause irritated itchy welts that may be confused with bedbug bites.[9] Deterring or killing A. verbasci can be accomplished using insecticides,[7] oxygen deprivation,[10] freezing,[11] and pheromone[12] and scent traps.[12]
- ^ G. M. Blake (1958). "Control of diapause by an internal clock in Anthrenus verbasci". Nature 183 (4654): 126–127. doi:10.1038/183126a0.
- ^ Jim McClarin. "Varied Carpet Beetle". Retrieved February 22, 2009.
- ^ Stuart Bennet. "Varied Carpet Beetle". Retrieved February 22, 2009.
- ^ a b E. Watson, G. Barson, D. Pinniger, G. Roberts & A. Ludlow (1997). "Evaluation of the behavioural responses of Anthrenus verbasci adults and larvae to permethrin using a computerized tracking system". Journal of Stored Products 33 (4): 335–346. doi:10.1016/S0022-474X(97)00013-1.
- ^ a b T. Nisimura & H. Numata (2001). "Endogenous timing mechanism controlling the circannual pupation rhythm of the varied carpet beetle Anthrenus verbasci". Journal of Comparative Physiology A 187 (6): 433–440. doi:10.1007/s003590100215. PMID 11548990.
- ^ a b c d Keven O'Neill. Solitary Wasps: Behavior and Natural History. Cornell University Press. pp. 25–26. ISBN 0-8014-3721-0.
- ^ a b c d David J. Shetlar. "Carpet Beetle". Ohio State University. Retrieved September 29, 2014.
- ^ M. J. Linnie & M. J. Keatinge (2000). "Pest control in museums: toxicity of para-dichlorobenzene, 'Vapona', and naphthalene against all stages in the life-cycle of museum pests, Dermestes maculatus Degeer, and Anthrenus verbasci (L.) (Coleostidae)". International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation 45 (1–2): 1–13. doi:10.1016/S0964-8305(00)00034-2.
- ^ Marcia Anderson, US E.P.A. "Carpet Beetles are Welcome in my House if it Means not Having Bed Bugs!". U.S. E.P.A. Retrieved April 4, 2013.
- ^ Jan-Erik Bergh, Lise Stengård Hansen, Karl-Martin Vagn Jensen & Per Væggemose Nielsen (2003). "The effect of anoxic treatment on the larvae of six species of dermestids (Coleoptera)". Journal of Applied Entomology 127 (6): 317–321. doi:10.1046/j.1439-0418.2003.00751.x.
- ^ T. J. K. Strang (1992). "A review of published temperatures for the control of pest insects in museums". Collection Forum (Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections) 8 (2): 41–67.
- ^ a b T. Imai, M. Maekawa & S. Tsuchiya (2002). "Attractiveness of p-anisaldehyde to the varied carpet beetle, Anthrenus verbasci (L.) (Coleoptera: Dermestidae)". Applied Entomology and Zoology 37 (4): 505–508. doi:10.1303/aez.2002.505.


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ATLANTA - The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Lucor, Inc., doing business as Jiffy Lube, today announced the signing of a Regional Universal Agreement to Mediate (RUAM)to informally resolve workplace disputes through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) prior to an EEOC investigation or potential litigation.
Raleigh, N.C.-based Lucor, Inc. and its subsidiaries are one of the largest Jiffy Lube franchisees, with more than 2,100 employees and 210 facilities in seven states. The mediation partnership marks the 49th such national or regional agreement between the EEOC and a large employer (mainly Fortune 500 companies) and bolsters a multi-year trend of Corporate America signing on to the Commission's widely acclaimed mediation program one of the largest employment-related ADR programs of its kind nationwide, with approximately 11,600 mediations conducted annually.
"We commend Lucor for working with us in partnership to reach this important agreement," said EEOC Atlanta District Office Director Bernice Williams-Kimbrough, who signed the pact on behalf of Commission Chair Cari M. Dominguez. "Mediation of workplace disputes is a win-win situation because it saves time and money, is non-adversarial, and often results in favorable outcomes for all parties involved. Dozens of corporations can attest to the fact that employers have nothing to lose, and much to gain, by fully taking advantage of EEOC mediation."
Commenting on the agreement, Michael D. Davis, Lucor's Vice President of Administration, said: "Lucor, Inc. is proud of its reputation as an equal opportunity employer. We are excited to partner with the EEOC in offering our associates this ground-breaking format for dispute resolution."
Davis noted that Lucor was founded in 1986 by brothers Stephen Conway, CEO, and Jerry Conway, President. Jiffy Lube pioneered the fast oil change industry in 1979, and its slogan, "The Well-Oiled Machine," exemplifies its commitment to excellence, he said. Additional information about Lucor, Inc. is available online at www.jiffylube.com.
Under the terms of the RUAM, all eligible charges of discrimination filed with the Commission naming Lucor, Inc., or its subsidiaries Atlanta Lubes One LLC; Carolina Lubes, Inc.; Cincinnati Lubes, Inc.; Pittsburgh Lubes, Inc.; Tennessee Lubes Two, LLC; and Commonwealth Lubes, Inc., as the employer/respondent will be referred to the EEOC's mediation unit, as appropriate. The company will designate a corporate representative to handle all inquiries and other logistical matters related to potential charges in order to facilitate a prompt scheduling of the matter for EEOC mediation. Only company-owned facilities are covered by the RUAM.
Expanding mediation is the centerpiece of Chair Dominguez's Five-Point Plan to improve the EEOC's overall operational efficiency and effectiveness. Since April 1999, when its ADR program was launched nationally, EEOC has mediated more than 50,000 cases with approximately 70% being successfully resolved in an average time of 85 days nearly half the time it takes to resolve a charge through the investigative process. In addition to the 49 NUAMs and RUAMs, EEOC district offices have entered into approximately 550 mediation agreements with employers at the local and regional levels within their respective jurisdictions.
EEOC's experience over the years has shown that 13-20% of mediated cases are resolved based solely on a non-monetary benefit, and some resolutions are obtained in only one session. Moreover, a comprehensive survey conducted by independent researchers showed that 91% of charging parties and 96% of employers that have used EEOC mediation would do so again if a charge was filed irrespective of issues, bases, size of employer, or whether the charge was resolved or not. The study concluded that the parties saw the EEOC's mediation process as fair, neutral, and efficient.
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Order granting plaintiff's verified motion for a temporary retraining order, and setting hearing date on plaintiff's motion for preliminary injunction
(Indianapolis) – Investigators and attorneys from Indiana Secretary of State Todd Rokita's Securities Division have successfully obtained a temporary restraining order against Dorothy Geisler-Tragardh, formerly a one-third partner in the clean coal energy company Praxis Resource Partners, LLC. Geisler-Tragardh is under investigation by Secretary Rokita's office for possible securities fraud after her former business partners came forward with suspicions she pocketed funds she raised from investors for the company and used the money for personal benefits and expenses.
Carmel residents Chris and Jan Marten as well as the business J.S. Martin, Inc. are also named as defendants in the civil complaint filed today, along with other businesses associated with Geisler-Tragardh.
Information filed by Secretary Rokita's office in Marion County Superior Civil Court 3 alleges Geisler-Tragardh would sell investors shares in Praxis Resource Partners characterized as "Class B" which were valued at $56, but would actually issue them her own shares of "Class A" stock worth only 30 cents a share. Additional evidence suggests that she would divert the difference into an Indianapolis bank account she kept secret from her business partners. Geisler-Tragardh used this account for personal expenses, including the purchase of a home on Geist Reservoir.
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.bashrc is only used by interactive bash sessions, right? So that if you login with KDM in KDE (or GDM gnome), the whole KDE session will inherit the locale set by init->KDM and will not use the one set in .bashrc!
I guess a "source ~/.bashrc" in ~/.xprofile would solve this.
--Luetti 17:56, 8 July 2008 (EDT): I don't think so. I tried almost the whole day to set only LC_PAPER="de_DE.utf8". Trying this in almost every file possible (/etc/profile, .xprofile, .bashrc, /etc/rc.local) seemed to work, as I used "locale" in terminal to verify it. But this only worked for applications I started from terminal, but not for applications started from the gnome-menu. So I came to the conclusion it has something to do with gdm. After having a closer look to /etc/gdm/xsession the problem was clear. GDM probably always sets $GDM_LANG on login. When $GDM_LANG is set, xsession will unset all other LC-variables. Just commented out this part and now everything works as desired. If this is a common and/or important problem, I will add this to the article. What do you think?
- I think more information on this is missing in the article. I want to have LC_MESSAGES=C, LANG=de_DE.UTF-8 and LC_TIME=en_DK.UTF-8, but gnome seems to overwrite the settings. When I comment out the lines with GDM_LANG in /etc/gdm/Xsession, I can no longer log in. I would also appreciate it if someone who knows the role of the settings in "Region&Language" in gnome-control-center could add this to the article. Where are they saved and how do I disable them in favor of detailed settings (globally in /etc/locale.conf or locally in ~/.profile)? Viktordick (talk) 21:43, 13 April 2013 (UTC)
Setting LC_MESSAGES to "C" or "POSIX" (as opposed to "en_US.UTF-8" for example), can save tens of syscalls in a simple program without any loss (since all you need is plain English anyway). It's 29 less syscalls (on my system) for a simple "ls /no/such/dir". Add this info inside? --Philomath (talk) 07:55, 2 July 2012 (UTC)
If setting locale.conf doesn't work (symptom: everything is set to POSIX no matter whats in locale.conf), reinstall filesystem. (locale.sh somehow gets lost, see comment here https://plus.google.com/114015603831160344127/posts/2zKCcnTWDpa happens after the switch to systemd)
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Ian Bell has backed England's policy of rotating their bowlers in a bid to combat the draining effects of a gruelling international schedule.
With the one-day series against the West Indies already won with a match to spare, England's selectors have opted to rest three of their leading bowlers, Stuart Broad, Tim Bresnan and Graeme Swann, for Friday's final fixture at Headingley.
It is not the first time this year that England coach Andy Flower has taken precautions to avoid his squad suffering from burnout.
Broad and James Anderson missed the last Test against the Windies at Edgbaston earlier this month after the series was wrapped up.
Lancashire pace bowler Anderson wasn't completely happy to be forced out of action.
But England batsman Bell is convinced his side must continue tinkering with their line-up to ensure the likes of Broad, Bresnan and Swann -- the only three remaining English regulars for Tests, one-day internationals and Twenty20 -- are fresh heading into the forthcoming limited overs matches against Australia and the Test series against South Africa.
"There's a heavy schedule coming up. We need to look after these guys," said Bell, who has scored a century and a half-century in England's last two victories over the Windies.
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Ian Bell has backed England's policy of rotating their bowlers in a bid to combat the draining effects of a gruelling international schedule.
"The key to our success in one-day cricket is having five out-and-out world-class bowlers.
"So if we want to beat the Australians, we want these guys fit and fresh and ready to go.
"For the three guys who play in all three forms of the game it's going to be crucial."
Young pace bowler Stuart Meaker, all-rounder Chris Woakes and spinner James Tredwell have been called up to the squad in place of those who will be sidelined at Headingley.
And Bell claims the chance to give big-match experience to England's understudies is just as important as resting the established stars.
"It's a good option to let them have a bit of a breather and it gives an opportunity to the likes of Meaker, Woakes and Tredwell," Bell said.
"When I played for the Lions, Meaker is genuinely fast - so it will be exciting to see him have a go.
"Looking down the line, at World Cups and Champions Trophies, it's great to give these guys an opportunity and gain more experience.
"It has slightly weakened our attack, but I still think it is a team that can go out and beat West Indies.
"There's no doubt people want to come to see the Broads, Andersons and Bresnans.
"But they will be seeing young, exciting guys who will be big players for England over the next few years."
However, Bell, whose one-day career has been revived thanks to Kevin Pietersen's exit, has no desire to rest and has told the selectors he would prefer to play on as he tries to cement his place.
"For me, the more I play the more I learn," he said. "Going into the Pakistan series, we'd had two or three months off and I felt I'd lost my rhythm completely.
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When we think of fairytales, we either think of something magical, something fantastic (or like a fantasy), or a story with a simple message, and/or that takes us to another place. This track (and other tracks in my Fairytale series) aim to reflect that ideology.
There are five tracks in total, each with a unique take on what the music for a fairytale could be, with the titles giving a strong hint to what the music represents.
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This track represents a solitary fairy. A simple tune, a simple accompaniment. All instruments in this are 'live' instruments.
The Fluttering Fairy And A Flute – 0:55
This track represents a solitary 'fairy', fluttering around in solitude. At first she plays an ethnic flute (in a fairly flamboyant way), and then this transitions into a section which – whilst flickering and fluterring – also has a very simple, but beautiful melody over the top.
Underwater Fairytale – 1:47
This track represents a trip into the aquatic, into the underwater realm. A magical world awaits. The instruments in this track, when combined create a bubbling echoey effect that gives the impression of being underwater.
Forest Of Faeries – 1:52
This track represents a trip into a forest, full of life. The track has a long introduction which introduces multiple elements, chimes, soft synths, soft plucks, and soft bells, and then once we are inside the forest, the violin represents the comfort in the surrounding envrionment. The piece closes reflectively with an echo of what was heard in the opening.
Firefly In A Fairytale – 3:23
This track represents a firefly. When I picture a firefly, I see lots of lights, and twinkles, hence there are a lot of bell sounds in this track. I also think of electricity, and so there are a lot of synths in this track too. The structure of this one piece follows the 'ABA' form, with the middle section being significantly darker than section A. However, with this contrast, it makes a piece of music that ebbs and flows.
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There are four major reasons why DDR4 is set to replace DDR3: it's capable of hitting faster speeds, it's capable of hitting higher densities (16GB DIMMs are expected in 2015), it has improved error correction built into the baseline specification, and it consumes less power for equivalent or better performance than DDR3. In short, while DDR3 is butting up against its limitations today, DDR4 still has a tremendous amount of room to scale.
While we've been working around the clock with motherboard vendors to maximize compatibility and performance, these technologies are all very new. If you have trouble with stability using either XMP profile, we recommend either manually entering the speed and timings the DDR4 is rated for or running your memory at its default speeds until your motherboard vendor provides a BIOS update to improve stability.
Very similarly to DDR3, but with some caveats. For starters, Haswell-E tops out at a 2666MHz memory strap, which is very low for what DDR4 can do. Since XMP specifies speeds in excess of 2666MHz, your motherboard BIOS has to compensate somehow. Typically, when XMP tells the motherboard to use a higher memory speed than 2666MHz, the motherboard BIOS will bump the BClk strap from 100MHz to 125MHz. That's normal, but that change will also increase the clock speed of the CPU itself; a well-designed BIOS will compensate and bring the CPU clock speed in line.
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Through Corsairs Standard Replacement process, Corsair will issue an approved RMA number for the return and replacement of your defective product(s). Our Standard Replacement processing time from receipt of your product(s) to the replacement product(s) shipment is 1-3 business days plus transit time.
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At Corsair, we understand the need to be up and running at all times! To minimize down time, we offer an Express Replacement RMA process. Through this process Corsair will ship your replacement product(s) prior to receiving your defective product(s). This process requires a valid Credit Card where a holding fee will be applied for the cost of the product until the returning product(s) are received by Corsair. To avoid being fully charged for the Express Replacement product(s), the defective product(s) must be received by Corsair within 10 business days from the date your Express Replacement order is shipped.
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"The New Jersey Science Olympiad brings together over 600 students with strong interests in the STEM fields for a fun day of team competition."
Newark, NJ (PRWEB) January 16, 2014
Hundreds of students representing twenty middle schools and sixteen high schools from throughout Northern New Jersey will assemble at NJIT on Thursday, Jan. 16 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. to compete in the New Jersey Science Olympiad Regional Tournament. Teams will participate in events designed to make science, technology and math more enticing, relevant and exciting.
Some of those events include:
Elastic Launched Glider: High school students design, build and test two elastic launched gliders. The test is to see which glider stays in air the longest.
Helicopters: Middle school students will construct and test in free flight, rubber-powered helicopters prior to the event. The goal is to achieve maximum flight times.
Mission Possible: Teams must design, build, test and document one "Rube Goldberg®-like Device" that completes a required final task using a sequence of consecutive tasks.
Judges will select six winning teams from the high schools, and six from the middle schools. Each team will win a trophy and the top scoring teams will have the chance to compete in the State Finals Tournament on March 11 at Middlesex County College.
The New Jersey Science Olympiad has been on the leading edge of educational innovations since its inception in 1993, and NJIT has been hosting the regional contest since 2007. These innovations include high academic standards; demonstration of skills through performance testing; learning through hands-on activities; cooperative learning through events that require teamwork; improved self-concept through success in achieving high standards and making applications and connections to the real world. Events are closely aligned with New Jersey Education Standards and include strong components for problem-solving, critical thinking and use of technology.
Participating high schools by county include the following:
Bergen: Rising Star Academy, Bergenfield; Pascack Hills, Montvale; Al-Ghazaly, Teaneck;
Bergen County Academies (2 teams), Paramus
Essex: Livingston; Golda Och Academy, West Orange
Mercer: Peddie School, Hightstown; The Hun School of Princeton
Middlesex: Al Minhaal Academy, South Plainfield
Monmouth: Ranney School, Tinton Falls
Morris: West Morris Central, Chester; Mendham (2 teams); Parsippany Hills; Randolph (2 teams)
Sussex: Sparta
Union: Westfield (2 teams)
Participating middle schools by county include the following:
Bergen: Rising Star Academy, Bergenfield; Haworth Public School, Haworth; Eisenhower, Wyckoff
Essex: Glenfield Middle, Montclair; Heritage, Livingston; Golda Och Academy, West Orange
Mercer: Timberlane, Pennington
Middlesex: Hammarskjold, East Brunswick
Monmouth: Avon ES, Avon-By-The-Sea; Ranney, Tinton Falls
Morris: Mt. Olive, Budd Lake; Mountain View, Mendham; Robert R. Lazar, Montville; Morristown-Beard, Morristown
Passaic: Passaic Arts and Science Charter School, Paterson Academy for the Gifted and Talented
Somerset: Hillsborough Middle School; Montgomery, Skillman
Union: Rahway; Roosevelt Intermediate, Westfield
"The New Jersey Science Olympiad brings together over 600 students with strong interests in the STEM fields for a fun day of team competition," says John Carpinelli, professor of electrical and computer engineering and executive director of the Center for Pre-College Programs, which organizes the competition. "As New Jersey's Science and Technology University, NJIT has a great deal of experience in these fields and is well suited to run this competition. Service is one of the four pillars of NJIT's mission, and this competition is an important service to New Jersey's K-12 educational community." Nearly 50 NJIT students have volunteered to help organize the Olympiad, and several NJIT professors will act as supervisors and judges, he added.
NJIT, New Jersey's science and technology university, enrolls 10,000 students pursuing bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in 120 programs. The university consists of six colleges: Newark College of Engineering, College of Architecture and Design, College of Science and Liberal Arts, School of Management, College of Computing Sciences and Albert Dorman Honors College. U.S. News & World Report's 2011 Annual Guide to America's Best Colleges ranked NJIT in the top tier of national research universities. NJIT is internationally recognized for being at the edge in knowledge in architecture, applied mathematics, wireless communications and networking, solar physics, advanced engineered particulate materials, nanotechnology, neural engineering and e-learning. Many courses and certificate programs, as well as graduate degrees, are available online through the Division of Continuing Professional Education.


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Nike shoes are made in all shapes and sizes for various sports and activities. The shoe brands real bread and butter are in basketball and running shoes. One of their latest offerings the Nike Air Structure Triax Men's shoe follows in this tradition. The shoe model in one of Nike's longest running brands and the shoe has definitely benefited from its long history with continual improvements to its structure and design.
The tricky thing about writing a review for a shoe is that the human body varies from person to person, especially feet. So what may be a perfect shoe for one person can be a terrible fit for another individual. In writing this review I looked at the shoes general design then looked at different customer's reactions to find what was generally liked and what issues they might have with the shoe.
The shoe is basically designed as a running shoe for lighter runners. The shoe has a mesh upper that allows for free airflow. The shoe also has a pretty solid foot bed for the sole and the famous Nike air sole for support of the heel. The shoe also comes with a lining that is easy on the socks. For the out sole Nike went with a Duralon out sole in the forefoot and BRS1000 in the heel for better durability. This make for a strong shoe design that should meet most types of running conditions.
Reviewing several people's reactions there were some mixed reactions concerning the Nike Triax Men's shoe. Many wearers including myself found the shoe a bit tight at first but a decent fit when worn for a longer period. Many wearers found the shoe to be lightweight and greater for smaller and less weighty runners. However its seems that just as many saw the shoe more as a fashion statement than a shoe they would use for serious training or physical training. If you are spending that much money a shoe need to prove durable.
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by Guest Blogger Robert Lobitz, November 1, 2011
Patio Furniture: Creating the Perfect Pool Area
Good weather, good company and a refreshing dip in the pool are always going to be the main draws to your backyard but creating a truly warm and inviting atmosphere in your swimming pool area takes a wee-bit extra effort, which pays for itself the minute you see your guests' faces light up and their body language say ahhhh... in relaxation.
It goes without saying that keeping your pool clean and free of debris and at a bearable degree of chlorination are a few of the primary considerations in setting up the perfect pool area, but once you've taken care of the basics, it's time to consider some pool deck feng shui.
Organizing the swimming pool area requires balancing the open, negative space with the occupied space taken by solid objects and considering everybody's comfort level. This is problematic because placing too many items, or the wrong items, around your pool zone can detract from the feeling of expansiveness and freedom that this area is meant to provide! At the same time, having nowhere to sit, recline and lie down to get some sun, or sip a beverage and chat, would reflect poorly on you as a host.
For these reasons you always want to go with the kind of patio furniture and pool furniture that has slotted surfaces. This gives your pool area items a certain transparency and breeziness that solid items just can't reproduce.
OK… at this point you may be thinking that we're over-thinking this whole pool patio furniture business, but think back for a moment, if you will, to a time when you entered a space and immediately felt cramped, uneasy, claustrophobic, or had any kind of intuitive reaction to the space, even though you may not have been able to immediately identify what, exactly, gave you that feeling. This happens because our subconscious mind evaluates our surroundings so quickly and accurately, that our conscious minds either notice after the fact or don't notice at all!
It's no wonder, then, that the ancient Chinese system of balancing the energies within a space, Feng Shui, dates back over 3,500 years! Our reactions to our environment can be truly stark and visceral and has helped us survive as a species. So, with just a little foresight and consideration, you can almost guarantee that your family and guests will feel incredibly at ease in your pool area, though they may have no clue why. Yet they will know one thing; they'll want to return as much as possible!
Getting down to the nitty gritty, we all know that people love options, so it's good to have a few different kinds of pool patio furniture around your deck. An obvious choice is a set of adjustable reclining chairs so that you can lie down, take a nap or lazily work on your tan. You'll also want some non-reclining chairs and benches with different-sized tables and fold-out umbrellas, which makes the space great for reading, playing chess or cards and having a few beers and some barbecue. A firepit can also be a mood setter and a means for lighting. Add a fireplace to extend those cold nights of relaxation in the backyard even further.
Most of all, creating the perfect pool area begins and ends with your hospitality and good vibes and while you can't buy those, you can certainly feng shui your mood a little to make sure that the energy and fun times flow freely in your backyard.
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Here is the final profile for the six players the Orioles might target with the No. 4 overall pick in tonight's amateur draft. Today: Carlos Correa
Name: Carlos Correa
Position: Shortstop
Age: 17
Height/Weight: 6 feet 4, 190 pounds
Bats/Throws: R/R
Hometown: Gurabo, Puerto Rico
School/Class: Puerto Rico Baseball Academy
Skinny: Perhaps no one in this draft has skyrocketed more in the past few weeks. Considered a potential first-rounder for some time, he's now being linked to every club in the top five. … A big, slick-fielding shortstop who can hit, scouts compare his tools to Colorado's Troy Tulowitzki. … Has a good eye, power and speed. … Like any big SS, a move to third base has not been ruled out. But he has the glove to stay up the middle. … Is bilingual, fluent in English and a top student. … His makeup also highly regarded; travels 90 minutes one-way each day to attend the baseball academy. … Will become the highest draft pick out of Puerto Rico in baseball history, surpassing catcher Ramon Castro, who was selected with the 17th pick overall by the Houston Astros in 1994. … Has committed to the University of Miami
Why the Orioles will take him: Because he likely will be the highest-ceiling position player available when they choose. And another top-flight infielder in the system, one that could be moved to third base if Manny Machado is entrenched at short, is enticing. They have scouted him thoroughly.
Why the Orioles won't take him: It would be tough to pass up one of the near-ready collegiate pitchers, and at least one of those should be available. There is no concern, however, about doubling up top prospects at shortstop.
Connolly's take: The sense is the Orioles really like this kid, as do most teams selecting high. It's possible the Seattle Mariners, selecting third, skip University of Florida catcher Mike Zunino for Correa. That would take the decision out of the Orioles' hands. If Correa is still there at four, the Orioles will be tempted. My gut says they ultimately pass.
More on the draft...
Orioles draft target: Kyle Zimmer
Orioles draft target: Kevin Gausman
Orioles draft target: Mark Appel
Orioles draft target: Byron Buxton
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You can't beat a system you can't understand
An important issue has long been ignored, and I find it inexcusable that the subject has yet to be addressed. It concerns bird rights. The cost of flying birds is way out of control. For years, our flying friends have been treated as second-class citizens, particularly in the area of air travel, of all things.
For eons, air space was reserved exclusively for birds. Then, in 1903, when the Wright brothers made the first manned flight at Kitty Hawk, humans began invading bird territory - with impunity. Not one bird has complained. Fly and let fly was their rule of wing. What thanks did they get for their unselfish nature? Persecution at its worst. The cost of flying birds is exorbitant.
The airlines have been discriminating against birds to the extreme by making inequitable policies and regulations that cause hardship for even the smallest of the avian set. The time has come for massive protests to put a stop to this unconscionable practice.
My little bird, Baxter, is staying with friends in Florida. He wants to come home with me to Rhode Island. Baxter is a green American parrotlet, the smallest of parrots. He weighs a mere 31 grams; that is slightly over one ounce.
Like most parrots, parrotlets are quite intelligent, and I might add talented and entertaining. Many have extensive vocabularies, and they can even be potty trained. Baxter is doing well in all areas. He is a charming and adorable little bird. However, he is too small to fly to Rhode Island on his own. I must admit he lacks navigational skills.
Here is the rub. A roundtrip ticket allowing me to fly from Providence to Fort Lauderdale and back, purchased two weeks in advance on U.S. Airways, was $125 plus taxes. If I were to return to Rhode Island with Baxter, a one-way ticket for the little guy would cost an additional $80.
The difference is not just the money; it's the weight. I weigh over 200 pounds and Baxter weighs just over one ounce. U.S. Air is charging more to fly Baxter than to fly me. Is that fair? I don't think so. Transporting 200- pounds at Baxter's rate of $80 an ounce would cost $256,000.
While I was in Fort Lauderdale, I decided to take Baxter home. But I was sure that regulations and probably a token fee would be involved for bringing a pet on board an airliner.
When I called to inquire about the matter, a nice lady answered the telephone and said, "Of course you can take your bird, but he must be kept in a carrier that fits under the seat."
I assured her that Baxter would be in his little carrier that's about eight inches square with a handle. It's shaped something like a doughnut box with windows on the side so he can enjoy his surroundings. It even has a swing perch and containers for his food, as well as a couple of toys to keep him from getting bored.
Then she said, "His carrier will be one of your two pieces of carry on luggage. You can only carry on one other bag."
Okay, I'll go along with that, I thought. That's not bad. Baxter and I can fly together, and he'll stay under the seat during take-off and landing; the rest of the time he can sit on my lap. She then added, "and there will be a charge of $80 for carrying a live pet."
"What?" I asked. "You're going to charge an additional $80 because he's alive? Are you serious? I suppose you're going to tell me that you will forego the charge if he's dead?"
"Yes sir," the lady answered. "That is our policy. There is no need to be sarcastic."
"That is ridiculous," I replied. "Are you trying to tell me that my bird, who weighs slightly more than one ounce, is the reason for $80 in costs to the airline? I don't think his weight would be the cause for a dramatic difference in fuel consumption."
I also suggested that they allow him to continually fly around the cabin for the duration of the flight so his extra ounce would not weigh down the plane and strain it to the breaking point.
I went on to tell her that Baxter wouldn't have a seat of his own; he doesn't require beverage service and has no desire to consume their inedible snacks. "He wouldn't even use a seat belt," I noted. "If he were in first class, the last thing he would want is your allegedly "free" cocktail. He's not even extra luggage," I said. "He's in one of my carry-on bags."
The woman was not amused. She said, "That is airline policy sir, not mine."
"Please understand my frustrations," I argued. "I believe charging $80 an ounce to fly anything to anywhere is a little steep. Baxter only wants to go 1,200 miles."
The woman would not bend. Imagine what the cost would be if Baxter were a 30-pound condor or worse yet, a pterodactyl weighing hundreds of pounds flying at bird rates. The cost of flying an Abrams tank to Afghanistan would be less. I suppose airline policy is just another of many things that make up a system we can't understand.


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Google's English dictionary switched from the Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's English Dictionary to the Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. The definitions from the Collins dictionary are easier to understand, while the Oxford dictionary is more traditional.
Here are two definitions of the word "swot":
Collins: "If you call someone a swot, you disapprove of the fact that they study extremely hard and are not interested in other things."
Oxford: "A person who studies hard, esp. one regarded as spending too much time studying."
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Love Carries Wolves Over Kings
SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Disgusted with his performance since coming back from a broken right hand, Kevin Love decided to play without his protective glove Tuesday night against Sacramento.
Despite no extra padding for his healing shooting hand, the All-Star forward played a bruising inside game and rediscovered his outside shot as well.
Love had 23 points and an NBA season-high 24 rebounds to help the Minnesota Timberwolves stop a five-game losing streak by beating the Kings, 97-89.
After missing the first nine games this season, Love returned last week. Bothered by the awkwardness of that fingerless padded glove, he shot 35 percent from the field in his first three games. He hit only 19 percent of his 3-point attempts and was just under 65 percent from the free throw line.
Love was unstoppable on the boards Tuesday, but it was the shooting that pleased him most. He went 8-of-17 from the floor and 5-of-6 at the foul line. Although he shot 2-for-8 from 3-point range, Love said most of those attempts were on target and felt good coming out of his hand.
"The glove was pretty restricting for me," Love said. "Every day my hand is getting stronger. The ball still doesn't feel quite right in my hand, but it's getting better."
And for one night, the struggling Timberwolves (6-7) were better as well. They took the lead late in the first quarter and never trailed again.
It helped that Love grabbed an amazing 21 defensive rebounds and helped Minnesota to a 51-36 overall edge on the boards. Love had six points in the fourth quarter and played nearly 44 minutes overall.
Love even benefited from a little luck, tossing in an off-balance 15-footer that went in as the shot clock was winding down to give the Timberwolves a four-point lead with 27 seconds left.
Tyreke Evans and DeMarcus Cousins each scored 20 points for the Kings, who had won two of their previous three games. Isaiah Thomas and Marcus Thornton both had 12.
Love was clearly a major force, but he had plenty of help as well. Luke Ridnour scored 18 and Nikola Pekovic had 16 points and eight rebounds for the Timberwolves, who had fallen into a tailspin after starting the season 5-2. Andrei Kirilenko had 14 points and Malcolm Lee added 10.
Two free throws by Cousins pulled Sacramento to 91-89 with just under 3 minutes left. But Pekovic got free for a layup off a pass from Kirilenko, and Love followed with his unorthodox shot, giving the Timberwolves a 95-89 lead.
A tip-in by Love with 3:12 left was his 24th rebound. Anderson Varejao of Cleveland had the previous high this season with 23 rebounds.
Despite the play of Love, the Kings remained close and pulled to 90-87 when Thomas made a breakaway layup. Fouled on the play, Thomas converted the free throw with just under 3 minutes to play.
Alexey Shved made a pair of 3-pointers early in the fourth quarter and a fast-break dunk by Kirilenko gave Minnesota an 85-76 lead at the 7:03 mark.
Five turnovers in the fourth quarter, several of them at crucial times, hindered the Kings' comeback effort.
After struggling with his shot in the first half, Love got going in the third quarter. He made several perimeter shots and finished with nine points and 10 rebounds. Ridnour also shot well, scoring eight points to help Minnesota take a 75-67 lead into the fourth.
Cousins, ejected from his previous game after arguing a foul call, picked up two quick fouls in the third quarter and went to the bench with four fouls at the 8:55 mark.
Pekovic had 12 points and Love had eight points and 11 rebounds in the opening half as the Timberwolves built a 48-45 advantage. Cousins scored 10 points for the Kings.
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The next version of Steinberg's flagship post-production audio software tool Nuendo 6 is available now, and hosts some extremely functional upgrades. Nuendo empowers audio professionals working for the film, television and media industry to higher levels of productivity, with a dedicated feature set that focuses on day-to-day production requirements like workflow, speed, versatility and reliability. Post-production editors, film mixers as well as recording engineers around the world rely on the flexibility and industry openness that Nuendo provides.
Advanced mixing console
Nuendo 6 sets new standards in mixing. The new mixing surface of Nuendo 6 provides instant access to all vital functions of the mixer thanks to a sleek single-window concept and allows for a multitude of visibility configurations and drag-and-drop functions for faster operation. Other major improvements include the intuitive Quick Link system and Control Link groups to temporarily or permanently link entire channels or only specific parameters. The all-new View Sets store and recall any channel configuration as preset. Each of the up to four different MixConsoles comes with its own channel visibility management, allowing you to define which channels you want to see and how they are arranged.
Time-savers for professionals
Nowadays the number of plug-ins can easily exceed 100, as Nuendo 6 already provides more than 70 high quality effects. The new mixing console provides fast access to the ever growing list of plug-ins and channels by incorporating an efficient search function. Plus, Nuendo only displays the number of insert slots used, which makes operation more focused on the essential functions. Voice, foley and music recordists will be happy to hear that we have also overhauled the Control Room, which is now nicely integrated.
Nuendo 6 Channel Strip
The brand-new channel strip in Nuendo 6 offers several high-quality effects that turns your voice recordings, music and sound effects into a warm and expressive sound with richly nuanced dynamics. From a complete set of high- and low-pass filters plus noise gate with sidechain support, over to different compressor types and a brickwall limiter — the new channel strip takes your mix to a whole new level. At the same time, the Channel Strip is highly configurable. All modules can be rearranged through drag-and-drop in case a different processing chain is needed. All faders can be used in pre or post mode related to the insert FX rack.
Lightning-fast parameter access
With the new Channel Settings window you can access all relevant channel parameters faster and more convenient than ever before. This central channel area gives you fast access to all channel parameters, including metering, routing assignments, EQ, dynamics, sends, cues and others. Next to the sophisticated signal metering the new Channel Strip is displayed with StudioEQ with an integrated spectrum analyzer, a complete dynamics section with different modes, a virtual analog tube saturation preamp stage, essential aux and cue sends.
Voxengo CurveEQ
With the versatile 64-band CurveEQ you can simply transfer the sound characteristics of an audio track to another. Whether you're working on TV series with recurring sound elements or voice recordings that need to be adapted to each other — CurveEQ's professional-grade spectrum analyzer allows you to display, save and load static spectrum plots for comparison and matching purposes. You can compare different EQ curves, copy them between different tracks and choose the right combination via A/B comparison capabilities.
MixConvert V6 — downmixing better than ever
Due to its unmatched downmixing quality, MixConvert has gained amazing recognition in former versions of Nuendo. MixConvert V6 goes further and enables you to realize configurations of up to 10.2 surround. Take control over LFE, center and surround level. Select different output speaker arrangements such as the industry-standard formats 5.1 or 7.1. The solo/mute function is available for specific channels and thus allows for an individual downmix.
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At the same time Anymix Pro includes high-quality upmix functions that allow you to upmix to 8.1 without compromises in quality. You cannot only seamlessly scale the presence of the original audio material in the upmixed signal, but also determine how much of the direct signal and the ambience of the original source will pass through the surround mix.
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Enhance your productivity and workflow with the all-new ADR Taker System. Nuendo 6 provides a fully equipped solution for ADR & language dubbing, making recording of voices efficient and convenient.
Nuendo 6 facilitates the process of dialog recordings by offering several video count-in techniques, such as swipe and countdown, assuring everything is being recorded to the point. Thanks to the ability of importing take lists into marker/cue lists, the dialog can overlay the picture, directly within Nuendo 6. This not only speeds up voice recordings and offers the artist more freedom to perform — it also enhances the quality of your work and saves time and money.
MemZap teleports you throughout the project
These days' projects can easily contain hundreds of tracks, dozens of plug-ins and a multitude of automation curves. Jumping to different working areas within a project is one of those things that cost a lot of expensive production time. That's why we have developed MemZap — store exact positions and even zoom factors within the project and jump to them quickly by defining individual key commands.
Global collaboration with VST Connect SE
Steinberg's VST Connect SE technology allows other musicians connect directly to Nuendo users, giving you the freedom to collaborate and produce together, even when you're not in the same studio, town or country. Talkback and chat functions as well as video and audio stream in real time give you limitless possibilities.
Remote Control Editor
The Remote Control Editor lets you visually customize the parameter layout of individual effects and instruments on your control surface. By selecting a hardware knob, fader or button on your control surface you can easily determine which parameter should be controlled within the software.
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Nuendo 6 is quality-tested with HP's professional Z-series workstation computers, guaranteeing highest performance and maximum reliability packed in a rock-solid chassis. Be it the industry-proven Intel XEON processors or the ultra-fast SSD drives — HP Z-machines make the best out of Nuendo and speed up your whole studio software environment.
Pro Sound Effects Library – 1.5 GB of professional post-production sounds
Nuendo 6 comes with a compact but powerful library created by the sound specialists at Pro Sound Effects, New York. The library contains of more than 1.5 GB of sound effects (24-bit/48kHz Wave files) that spans from ambiences to whooshes. The Pro Sound Effects Library is fully searchable and licensed to you 100% royalty-free.
Categories include: Animals, Emergency, Fire, Foley, Horror, Household, Human, Impacts, Industry, Office, Science fiction, Sports, Technology, Transportation, Warfare, Water and much more.
- Very efficient audio post-production environment
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- Fully integrated loudness measurement
- Voxengo CurveEQ with sound-matching technology
- Redesigned user interface with MemZap quick-jump function
- Pro Sound Effects post-production library
Ideal software tool for film post-production, voice-overs, TV post-production, and game sound design.
- The minimum system requirements state the minimal specification your computer must have to be able to use the software.
- Mac OS X Version 10.7/10.8* Windows 7/Windows 8*
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SQL field calculator
Presupuesto $30-250 USD
Please carefully review the attached mock-up of the UI.
Two main functions:
1. The user selects an existing field and is then able to recode that field into a new field.
Eg. 1=2, 2=3, >2=4, <-1=5, Else 6
2. The user selects one or more fields and creates a mathematical expression that computes a new field. Possible mathematical functions include add, subtract, divide, multiply, minimum, maximum, mean, frequency, mode, variance, standard deviation, range, absolute value & log10.
Eg. V1+V2/2
Eg. mean(V1,V2) + ABS(mode(V1,V2))/2
These recoding and calculations would be saved and scheduled to run regularly on the old source field to insert new data in the target field.
- Each rule should be run at scheduled intervals
- Each saved rule should be capable of being opened and edited
- A basic GUI to connect to multiple SQL databases
- Can add new tables & save newly generated fields to these new tables.
- The user can select which table to insert the new field into
- Lists recent fields used for quick selection
- Autocomplete & suggest variable names in search boxes
- Clicking a field name in the search box inserts the field name into the recode or calculation.
- A preview window to see the active table, with the ability to search in any field
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Resume: This paper describes and analyses preparations for the holding of an anthropologist potter's one-man show in a Japanese department store. Based on participant observation, it describes in detail the strategic planning of, and preparations for, the fieldworker's own pottery exhibition in a department store located in northern Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan's four main islands and home to a long tradition of porcelain and stoneware production. The paper focuses on the main players in the ceramic art world; the social interaction underpinning an exhibition; the conflicting ideals of 'aesthetics', display and money (pricing); and the ways in which different sets of values, and evaluating processes, affected the reception of the author's work. It concludes by developing a theory of values in the light of recent writings in the field of cultural economics. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/7942
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Resume: Scholars increasingly seek to proffer microfoundations for macro management theory, notably strategic management theory. These microfoundations naturally revolve around human resources. We argue that proper microfoundations for strategic management theory must recognize that the management of motivation is first and foremost a matter of the management of cognitions of organizational members, an insight that we found in goal-framing theory, an emerging perspective based on cognitive science, behavioral economics, and social psychology. Building on this insight, we argue that a key reason why strategic goals matter to firm performance──that is, firm-level value creation and value capture and sustained competitive heterogeneity──is that such goals influence value creation rooted in employee motivations. Unfolding this idea allows us to generate new insight in the relations between value creation, strategic leadership and strategic goals. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10398/8668
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DiM wrote:ender516 wrote:It seems obvious to me, but should the map state that buttons are impassables?
i guess i could add them on the legend. does anybody else have this concern?
It is pretty obvious that you cannot go over them, but for newbie players, it might be wise to add it.


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Top 10 John Lennon Love Songs
The generalized argument when discussing the Beatles' principal songwriters is that Paul McCartney wrote the ballads, and John Lennon penned the rockers. Upon closer inspection of Lennon's impressive discography, it's obvious that Lennon could write a beautiful sentiment with the best of his generation's songwriters. Not only can Lennon's love songs embrace you, but they can also bite. Compiled for the soft side of every rock and roller's heart, here are our Top 10 John Lennon Love Songs.
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'Oh Yoko'From: 'Imagine' (1971)
Our list of The Top Ten John Lennon Love Songs begins with the closing track from 'Imagine.' 'Oh Yoko' is a humorous but serious proclamation of Lennon's love and dedication to Yoko Ono. A jaunty and swinging tune, with a breathless Nicky Hopkins piano line, the tune beats with a warm, positive optimism. Featuring Lennon blowing enthusiastic harp on record for the first time in years, 'Oh Yoko's' declaration of "My love will turn you on" stretches over the churning rhythm like a sleeping cat in the sunshine.The song received a renewal with its inclusion in the 1999 film 'Rushmore' alongside other legendary rock songs.
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'Bless You'From:' Walls and Bridges' (1974)
Lennon was quoted as saying that 'Bless You' was the "best track" on his 'Walls and Bridges' LP, and explained further in John Blaney's 'Listen to This' book that the song was about the "love experience" that all couples go through. There is an deep aching running through the lyrics with lines like, "Bless You, whoever you are holding her now / Be warm and kindhearted" that not only ups the emotional stakes of the tune, but warrants its inclusion in this list.
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'Aisumasen (I'm Sorry)'From: 'Mind Games' (1973)
This powerful song frames Lennon's struggles with empathy, and also contains messages to Ono in her native language. This track discovers Lennon in the familiar position of apologizing, when he sings, "All that I know is just what you tell me / All that I know is just what you show me" in a chilling falsetto. Spotlighted is a virtuosic solo by Lennon pal Jesse Ed Davis.
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'(Just Like) Starting Over'From: 'Double Fantasy' (1980)
Lennon's final single, and representative of his new outlook regarding his career and relationship. 'Starting Over' was the next chapter for Lennon, as well as a directive to his friends and fans who found themselves in the same places emotionally. The undeniably catchy rock and roll song -- and tribute to past rock and rollers -- appeals to ears and hearts, with a solid groove and an optimistic and wistful lyric that is honest, without becoming maudlin.
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'Out the Blue'From: 'Mind Games' (1973)
Featuring some of the best vocals that Lennon ever committed to tape, 'Out the Blue' is an expansive and well-arranged love song hidden on the flip side of one of his less popular solo releases. Its ethereal acoustic opening verses, building to the emphatic chorus, combine to make it a perfect example of Lennon's state of mind in 1973. Written while experiencing his famed separation from Yoko, Lennon's 'Out the Blue' is proof that pain sometimes encourages the best art.
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'Love'From: 'Plastic Ono Band' (1970)
A song that in its simplicity says more than any complex lyric could offer. Lennon sings about everything that love is, and leaves no questions for the listener as to where it originates from. What could easily slide up or down this list of the Top 10 John Lennon Love Songs a couple of slots fits just fine at No. 5, influencing all of the songs surrounding it. The close-miced vocals and delicate piano/acoustic guitar instrumentation increase the intimacy of the song.
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'Oh My Love'From: 'Imagine' (1971)
Composed during same period as 'Jealous Guy', 'Oh My Love' blossomed during the early stages of Lennon and Ono's relationship. The song is a direct statement of love between two people, and a comment on the extreme awakening of the senses when a relationship is fresh and new. Co-written with Yoko Ono, and spotlighting the guitar of George Harrison, 'Oh My Love' benefits from the communal efforts of all involved.
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'Jealous Guy'From: 'Imagine" (1971)
'Jealous Guy' underwent a long metamorphosis, changing from the 1968 Lennon composition 'Child of Nature' into its fully developed state. One of Lennon's most mature piano melodies, the song reflects Lennon's search for security and trust in his love relationship. His admission of "shivering inside" and "swallowing my pain" is countered by his eventual statement that all in all, he's just a 'Jealous Guy'.
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'Grow Old With Me'From: 'Milk and Honey' (1981)
Released on the posthumous album 'Milk and Honey' and inspired by poet Robert Browning, the version that gained popularity was a double-tracked home demo that Lennon was preparing for his follow-up album to 'Double Fantasy.' This soulful, heart-baring paean to Yoko is exactly perfect in its primitive state. 'Grow Old With Me' is as sparse and soul-baring as anything Lennon had done since the 1970 'Plastic Ono Band' LP. The song is easily recognizable for its continued use in weddings and love celebrations the world over.
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'Woman'From: 'Double Fantasy' (1980)
Becoming more poignant because of its release in close proximity to Lennon's death, 'Woman' would make the top ten list of any love song collection, and comes in at No 1 in our Top 10 John Lennon Love Songs. The song is an unabashed tribute and honest thank you to all of the women Lennon encountered throughout the course of his life journey. Embellished with soaring instrumentation and soothing Beatles-era Lennon vocals, the track stands as one of his best late-era compositions. Illustrating strength by showing weakness, 'Woman' is Lennon's open letter to "the other half of the sky".


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As I watched Oprah Winfrey's recent Tyler Perry interview, during which the filmmaker talked about being sexually and physically abused as a child by both men and women, I was listening for something specific. Some girlfriends of mine who had already watched the interview said they believed that Perry practically admitted he was gay right there on network television.
As it turns out, that's not even close to what Perry was saying. He was talking about being victimized as a child and how that can severely tarnish how you see the world and how you see yourself.. But I have to admit, at first I heard what my friends heard.
Many black women probably had the same interpretation. That's because many of us are borderline paranoid about black men and their sexuality. Whether or not a potential love interest is gay has become a common conversation among my friends.
Many of us have learned to ask our dates if they've ever been with another man, especially if we identify certain mannerisms, speech patterns, activities or acquaintances that arouse our suspicions. Even though these qualities are not true indications that a man is necessarily gay or bisexual, a man who smacks his lips a lot when he speaks does make me uncomfortable.
I've never been told "yes" when I asked a potential love interest about his relations with other men. But I have walked away from a few relationships because, while I had no proof the man was gay, I could not convince myself that he was not.
How did we get here?
Well, many women have had some kind of experience. My first happened in my early 20s. I learned, six months after I ended a relationship, that the man I had been sleeping with may have been sleeping with other men. My source? A gay friend who said that he'd slept with my ex on more than one occasion. He also said that my ex had slept with other men. I never suspected a thing.
I escaped that relationship with my heart intact, but some women are not so lucky. One woman recently posted this on an Oprah.com message board: "[I] am a 48 year old woman who found out that the love of her life was gay. That was 20+ years ago. To this day [I] have been unable to completely move past it. I am still single. I am obese. I am constantly depressed. How do [I] finally deal with this emotional blow once and for all so [I] can get on with my life?"
For black women, author J.L. King helped shape our education and our fears when he released his infamous book, On the Down Low, in 2004. He provided a front-row seat to the down-low phenomenon in black communities. This was followed by countless stories in the news, from friends and in the community about women finding out that their men were secretly having sex with other men. Many of these stories involved men passing along HIV to black women, who are being infected with the virus at nearly 15 times the rate of white women.
HIV/AIDS is still a big part of what has us so on edge about this down-low stuff. It doesn't help that there is still much confusion about whether the alarmingly high number of black women with HIV/AIDS is due mostly to men on the down low.
Health organizations say no. A study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals that 80 percent of black women contract HIV/AIDS from having sex with men who are HIV positive, but only 2 percent of those men report having sex with other men. Dr. Kevin Fenton, director of the CDC's National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention, told NPR last year that men who are infecting black women could have gotten the disease a number of ways, including through intravenous drug use and sex with multiple partners.
But in the same interview, Fenton was asked about another CDC study (pdf) that revealed that most black men who have sex with other men don't see themselves as gay or bisexual, and therefore don't disclose to researchers or their partners that they are engaging in this behavior. Dr. Fenton acknowledged that this could also be involved in the transmission of the disease. "This factor of nondisclosure of this sort of diversity in sexual attitudes or lifestyles is certainly seen across all racial and ethnic groups …, " he said. "It's a very complex picture … that we're really trying to do more research to understand and to describe and to characterize."
Possibly fanning the flames of suspicion for many women is all of the media hype over the single black woman. Everywhere you look, there is an effort to uncover the mystery of why alarming numbers of black women can't find a good black man to marry. Whether it's true isn't the issue. We're being bombarded with this information.
For women who don't want to be alone, this extra media attention often creates a state of desperation and frustration that puts the bull's-eye on the man who's gay or on the down low. You can't tell me you've never been out with a group of girlfriends, seen a black man nearby whom you decided was gay, and had someone in your group point to him and say, "See, that's why so many of us are single."
I'm not saying that our fears have no merit. That CDC report I referred to earlier reveals that black men who sleep with other men are less likely than men of other ethnicities to consider themselves gay or bisexual. And I bet that men who are apparently deceiving themselves this way are also really good at covering it up. So we do have to be careful. It is what it is.
Years of dealing with this down-low phenomenon have forced many of us into a "gotcha" mentality — illustrated by the hype around Perry's Oprah interview — that, quite frankly, has left me exhausted. Unfortunately, the only way I feel I'll be able to relax is if there is more effort to ease the homophobia in our community. That could lessen the shame and stigma associated with being gay and give these brothers the freedom to be honest about who they are and to stop victimizing black women because they feel forced to live a lie.
Jacque Reid is a seasoned broadcast journalist and a contributing editor for The Root. Listen to her biweekly on the Tom Joyner Morning Show, and visit her on the Web at jacquereid.com.


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Robinson carries Bulls over Magic
Chicago, IL – Nate Robinson scored 12 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter to lead a late rally that propelled the Chicago Bulls to an 87-86 win over the Orlando Magic at the United Center.
Luol Deng also had 19 points for Chicago, which trailed by five with 10 minutes to play before embarking on an 18-4 run to take an 87-78 lead with 3:51 remaining.
"We played as hard as we could for as long as we could and we pulled out the victory," said Robinson.
The victory, Chicago's sixth in its last eight games, moved the Bulls within one game of Brooklyn for the fourth playoff seed in the Eastern Conference. Chicago now owns sole possession of the No. 5 spot as well after Atlanta lost to Philadelphia on Friday.
Beno Udrih poured in a season-high 27 points for Orlando, which scored the game's final eight points and had a chance to go ahead in the closing seconds before eventually being dealt a fourth straight defeat and 12th setback in 13 outings.
Nikola Vucevic finished with 16 points and 15 rebounds for the Magic, with Tobias Harris also recording a double-double of 12 points and 11 boards.
"We were right there, we had a chance, we had the final possession but weren't able to score," said Vucevic. "It's a tough loss, but its part of the process."
Back-to-back baskets by rookie Kyle O'Quinn gave Orlando a 74-69 lead two minutes into the fourth quarter, but Chicago responded with eight consecutive points and went in front when Robinson buried a triple with 8:28 left to play.
Harris' putback shortly afterward brought Orlando within 79-78, but back-to- back treys by Deng and Vladimir Radmanovic gave the Bulls some breathing room and Robinson followed with a shorter jumper for an 87-78 cushion with just under four minutes remaining.
The Bulls would not score again, however, enabling the Magic to put the outcome back in doubt.
Robinson lost the handle on a late possession, which led to a DeQuan Jones slam that cut Orlando's deficit to 87-86 with 1:33 to go. The Magic never got another shot off, though, with their last two series ending in turnovers by Vucevic and Udrih.
Orlando closed out a tightly played first half on 10-2 run, capped by Jones' 3-pointer with 13.7 seconds left in the second quarter, to take a 43-40 edge into the break.
Udrih was the star of the third quarter, racking up 18 points on 6-of-9 shooting to help the Magic build a 69-61 lead with under a minute left in the frame. Chicago pulled to within 70-66 entering the fourth, though, after Robinson canned a 3-pointer at the buzzer.
Game Notes
Orlando forward Maurice Harkless sat out the final two quarters after injuring his knee in the first half ... Chicago forward Taj Gibson missed a second straight game with a knee problem, joining injured teammates Derrick Rose (knee), Joakim Noah (foot), Richard Hamilton (back) and Marco Belinelli (abdominal) on the sidelines ... Udrih's previous best this season was 20 points, set at Atlanta this past Saturday ... Kirk Hinrich finished with 13 points for Chicago, with Carlos Boozer and Jimmy Butler each netting 12 in the win.


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Human trafficking is a scary thing. Just the thought of this horrible happening will shake you to your core. We are learning more and more about what is really going on out there. But, how often do we focus of the lives of the victims once they are saved from human trafficking?
We all recently became more aware of the human trafficking going on right here in East Texas. We all know it is a terrible thing that should be put to a stop. We all are learning the warning signs and prevention techniques. But, what about the people who live through it.
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