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Knights the exception in rough winter
It's been a mild winter, but for college basketball fans in Rhode Island, it's been more like the winter of our discontent. Want to watch some good hoops? Hope for an upset – or turn on ESPN.
The horror was even exposed to the rest of the world a few weeks ago, when national sports web site Deadspin posted a story entitled "The Worst College Basketball in America is Played in Rhode Island."
I guess the truth hurts. At the time, the state's four Division I men's basketball teams were all sitting in last place in their conferences, with a combined total of six league wins. It's gotten a little better – PC and Brown are out of the basement – but not much. March Madness is going to be quiet around here.
Except for one thing.
Some of the best junior college basketball in America is played in Rhode Island.
And you don't have to go far.
The Community College of Rhode Island men's basketball team has been lighting up the Vin Cullen Fieldhouse in Warwick all season. The Knights finished the regular season 26-4, tied for the best mark in school history. They're ranked third in the nation in the latest NJCAA Division II poll, and they'll begin their quest for a berth in the national championship when they host the region tournament this weekend.
In short, the Knights are the most successful college basketball team in Rhode Island. I know they're not the best in terms of talent or level of play, but if you want a see a team dominate its competition, the Knights are your safest bet.
They've been doing it all year. The Knights are averaging 76.3 points per game and allowing just 62.3. They've won eight consecutive games, most by double figures.
And they've got talent.
Desmond Williams is the brother of former Maryland star Jordan Williams, who now plays for the New Jersey Nets. A Connecticut native, Desmond enrolled at CCRI this year as the most high-profile recruit in head coach Rick Harris's six-year tenure, and he hasn't disappointed. Williams, who stands 6-foot-5, is averaging 19.1 points per game.
Inside, the Knights have five more players who stand 6-foot-5 or taller, led by Roger Livramento, who averages a double-double.
And in the backcourt the Knights have former Cranston West star Bryan Yarce, the lightning quick point guard who carried the Falcons to the Division I championship last year. Yarce is averaging 7.3 points and 6.8 assists per game. He ranks 11th in the nation in assists per game.
It all adds up to a team that's fun to watch, but as usual, CCRI tends to fly under the radar. I'm guilty of it too. Our high-school schedule is pretty jam-packed so I confess that I haven't yet had a chance to see this team up close.
But I'd really like to change that, and if you're a hoops fan bogged down by a rough winter, then you should too. This weekend, the Knights will host the Region XXI championship on Sunday at 1 p.m. If they win that game, they'll also host the Northeast District Tournament, which will be held March 10 and 11.
If all goes according to plan, that's three chances to see the most successful college basketball team in Rhode Island. Let's put down the remote and make it happen.
For a change, I don't think we'll be disappointed.
William Geoghegan is the sports editor at the Warwick Beacon. He can be reached at 732-3100 and firstname.lastname@example.com.

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Author is a professional who thinks and operates outside the box and is ambitious, well-rounded, and well-traveled.
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- should be refreshing, inspiring, ambitious, with feel of light at end of the tunnel - the title is "J.D. Lifeline" so cover must project that feeling like the book is a career "lifeline"...
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Title: J.D. Lifeline
Subtitle: A Law School Guide For The New Legal Economy
Edition: Pre-Law Edition
Author: Zenovia N. Evans, J.D.
- Publisher: Lifeline Legal Media, LLC (must include logo somewhere in the background on the cover - See attachment for logo.
- Should be fun, modern, and trendy, yet professional! The book is part of a series so must have an interchangeable text/color cover. For example, this project is the "Pre-Law Edition" so the next edition will be exactly the same except for the color (whether it be the border, text, or wherever else its creatively used) and the text which will say "____ Edition."
- Also, the title text ("J.D. Lifeline") should be carefully designed so that it can be used for a button (for Facebook, twitter, etc).
- This guide should have a modern professional feel like the other covers I have seen here. The cover dimensions are 7" X 9".
-The file should be ultimately submitted as an Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator file as BOTH a (1) standard (flat) cover AND (2) 3-D Cover.
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|2013-01-18, 20:15
|Link #921
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Saber was pretty fun to watch. I only read the manga version, so a few things seem to have moved around from my view, but don't really mind that.
Hope the 'evil' merchant guild doesn't mess things around too much. Didn't expect the Hero to split off and track down Caster.
|2013-01-18, 21:09
|Link #923
singing heartbreak
|2013-01-18, 21:44
|Link #924
Often Disappointed
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Portugal
Age: 32
Indeed, after reading Mentar's post I decided to check the manga, and while I'm still only a few chapters into it, I can tell it does a much better job at delivering the story.
The anime's still enjoyable, that's for sure, but the manga's superior.
|2013-01-18, 22:01
|Link #925
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Join Date: Jan 2006
Hero might have come off a little better if they kept the part where he trys to teach the students to use a sword or if they went a bit more in depth with his doubts least ep. Hero's sphere of knowledge is combat and Physical strength. As hinted in this ep even holding back hero is too strong to do even back breaking farm work and before meeting the Maou he was almost a death seeker
I have hopes that now that he is on his own and closer to his own element that the anime will give him a chance to shine.
|2013-01-18, 22:22
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Location: California
Ergh. This epsidoe was lacking. It's probably because of the entire mood literally never changes throughout the entire episode, the reinterpretations to certain scenes, or the lack of weight to each character's emotions.
The Demon Queens/Crimson Scholar's inventions and discoveries were always supposed to be looked through a long term perspective. The introduction of the potato held huge implications to creating a stable supply of food to the impoverished nation of Winter Nation for generations to come. There was great emphasis placed on Female Knight's reaction to the potato that is almost made her seem desperate to recruit the aid of Crimson Scholar. Even in the Ishida version, the DQ commented on how appropriate the introduction of the potato should have been warranted by Female Knight. However, in the anime her reaction was lukewarm at best. I think it was best captured when they changed the scene slightly by feeding a potato dish to Female Knight and she responded with "This is delicious".
This also carries over to the introduction of the new compass to the Merchant's Guild.
Disappointed with how Big Sister Maid has been acting lately too. She was never this mopey in the manga and I'm not sure why she is acting all mopey as well.
They cut out part of the end where Female Knight also agreed with Crimson Scholar that this was not divine intervention.
Yuusha saying that the spirit does exist was never in the manga.
|2013-01-18, 22:22
|Link #928
Part-Time TTK & Master
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Iwakawa base and Chaldea
Age: 38
The delicious irony behind that whole Akira Ishida this and that is that the anime have used Toi8's designs from the light novel as templates for the anime, yet simplified for convenience's sake. My ground for my claim? Toi8 IS credited in the opening, not Ishida. Meaning that they are using the light novel, not the manga. Ishida may be canon for you guys, but it is not more canon in the eyes of japanese readers than the various spin-offs.
As for myself, I am enjoying the voice cast, the music, as well as the delicious background that do give that fantasy scenery that I love, and the feeling of watching a Civ game with Maou using Tech Research hack.
|2013-01-18, 22:25
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Let's just say I'm still glad that I've never read the Ishida manga adaptation, which this anime clearly isn't even pretending to use as the main source of its adaptation, since that's not the original work either and thus the animated version ultimately owes absolutely nothing to it...other than all these unfortunately misplaced viewer expectations, to put it lightly, from those who already read that manga and couldn't accept that they had to completely separate them, treating the two as entirely distinct alternative ways of adapting the original 2ch thread/light novels. Notice I'm not saying they can't prefer one over the other, however, on a personal level.
My greatest complaint with episode three was the continuing, though fairly expected, decline in the animation and art quality. I wasn't bored by the lengthy discussions so much (quite the opposite, I'd enjoy more of them) as by the rather unappealing visual content, especially during certain parts. A secondary issue would be these little time skips, which are sloppy albeit not cripplingly so, but I'm getting the feeling that's also part of the source material, one way or another.
Otherwise...I'm still pretty interested for the time being. The story seems to be still building up, which makes for a good bit of speculation fodder (at least for us new viewers, I mean) and isn't necessarily a huge problem if they do get a chance to focus on wrapping up the main threads later on.
|2013-01-18, 22:33
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Art Block Specialist
Join Date: Jun 2007
While I do miss some nice scenes from the manga, I don't really see the need to constantly bring up the comparison between the two.
back to the episode itself. funny how they kind of moved the "useless meat" segment here.
|2013-01-18, 22:52
|Link #931
Join Date: May 2007
Location: gs series
Age: 29
3 months in blue hero & red queen go a church who meet with knight-nun who worked with blue hero as where were you & slap the hero for it?
give all patch up give mage is still search for hero yet red queen reason to chruch to expand it have a church for red queen's area give her box of POTATO & nun-knight is in.
all well give red queen is concern about the alliance faction group while hero worry for mage so red queen give hero a dark armor to handle demon land & get the mage.
while also red queen worry her "potato" are not good for hero with top maid going make "sure" it ok.
|2013-01-19, 02:52
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Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Hamburg
Age: 49
The only exception was the reinterpretation of the reunion scene, which turned my second favorite character from "mad, but relieved and happy to see him alive" to just "mad and cold/threatening".
In the manga, the reunion was touching and funny, and a joy to watch. In the anime, it felt merely highly embarrassing, and made me wish I'd just be elsewhere.
Even if you explicitly and completely ignore the existence of a vastly superior interpretation: The anime characters feel stiff, lifeless and strangely distant to me. I can't feel their emotions, and thus, I can't really sympathize with their plights very well.
Hoping that they are going to adjust things in the coming eps. If they insist on turning Female Knight into a Saber clone with a foul mood, this show might lose me before conclusion...
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|2013-01-19, 03:36
|Link #933
→ Wandering Bard
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Grancel City, Liberl Kingdom
I've already experienced an adaptation whiplash so this is ok with me.
I just appreciate seeing them animated. Although the Guild appears to be more malevolent though. Young Merchant looks nice
|2013-01-19, 05:12
|Link #936
Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: Safe from the BETA
Age: 30
I'll add that even if the manga were the original work, the anime should be judged by itself on how well does it stand on its own as an anime, and not on how much it lives up to a comic. Different media have entirely different hurdles to clear after all.
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|2013-01-19, 05:25
|Link #937
Part-Time TTK & Master
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Iwakawa base and Chaldea
Age: 38
|2013-01-19, 05:58
|Link #938
I disagree with you all.
Join Date: Dec 2005
For another, Female Knight embodies chivalry. Political backstabbing aren't supposed to be her thing.
|2013-01-19, 07:11
|Link #939
Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: Safe from the BETA
Age: 30
In EP2, after the serfs were made humans, he's thinking about how little he's done since he belonged to Maou.
In EP3, he can't even do a farmer's work.
Hero: "I wanted to work the fields with everyone else"
Maou: "You tried once, and it was disastrous. You couldn't control your strength"
Hero's lack of use right now is not much of a flaw as it is a plot point.
Thankfully, he was given a task now that only he can fulfill.
Forgot to mention that this episode introduced the Church and the Merchant's Union (translated as Alliance I think). The role of these two new agents should be considered in future speculations.
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Thursday May 30, 2013
Hugh Jackman has revealed a gruelling regime of training, dieting and ice cold showers help to bring out his inner rage to become Wolverine.
The 44-year-old actor is reprising his role as the frustrated X-Man in origins movie The Wolverine this summer and told Empire magazine how he gets into character as the mutant.
Hugh revealed playing Wolverine requires months of 4am starts, relentless training and a diet of endless chicken.
He told the magazine: "The one joy I'm allowed each week is after I do squats. I'm allowed a piece of toast with peanut butter."
After the hot water ran out one morning while filming on location in the middle of a freezing Toronto winter, Hugh discovered that a cold shower could "trigger" his mutant mood.
He explained: "I went under the coldest water. I wanted to scream. And all of a sudden I was like, 'That's Wolverine', that's how he feels all the time."
The Les Miserables star also recalls his teenage angst to help him get into the right state of mind.
He said: "As a teenager, I was explosively angry; I think rugby saved me, because that's just organised violence. I would have got in a lot more fights. But I was someone who would go into a little bit of a blind rage and it was not pretty."


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Christmas trees are not a necessity in the church or at home because this is only a symbol for our spiritual life to always grow and be a beautiful witness for others. This Christmas tree (cypress) also symbolizes "eternal life", because in general in the winter almost all the leaves fall out, except for evergreen trees that are always green. Installation of cypress trees, both original and made of plastic, in the middle of the city or in public places is also a common sight before Christmas.
Christmas trees have become a common thing on Christmas, there are many activities done, such as decorating a Christmas tree, or some are putting various gift presents under the Christmas tree. Beautiful Christmas tree ornaments will add your own impression and pride of course to some families. Therefore, some of the images below are examples of the most unique and most beautiful Christmas tree decorations obtained from various sources. let's see!
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(CNN) -- Pirates have released a Yemeni cargo ship without receiving a ransom after negotiations with local elders, a Somali official said Wednesday.
French soldiers, who have joined British, Indian, Russian and American patrols off Somalia, during an exercise.
Aliabdi Aware, a minister in the semi-autonomous northern region of Puntland, said the ship was awaiting refueling in Eyl, a fishing village in the region. The crew and the ship were safe, he said.
It was not immediately known how much ransom the pirates had demanded. Aware said hijackers let the ship go after elders intervened and negotiated for the crew members' release.
The cargo ship was one of many seized in recent weeks off Somalia's coast, which has seen a sharp spike in pirate attacks. So far this year pirates have attacked almost 100 vessels and successfully hijacked nearly 40 in the area, according to the International Maritime Bureau's Piracy Reporting Center.
A multinational fleet, including vessels from the U.S., NATO member states, Russia and India, has been patrolling the Indian Ocean waters seas near the Gulf of Aden, which connects the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea. Around 20,000 oil tankers, freighters and merchant vessels pass along the crucial shipping route each year.
In an interview provided to CNN last week, a pirate leader claimed attacks on shipping would continue as long as life in Somalia remained desperate.
"The pirates are living between life and death," said the pirate leader, identified by only one name, Boyah. "Who can stop them? Americans and British all put together cannot do anything."


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Road Course; May 18: Shaun Buffington completed a weekend sweep in a tripleheader for the Granite State Legends Cars. He fought for the lead with Mike Alton on Sunday to earn his fourth win in five Moat Mountain Road Course Series races this year.
Alton passed Buffington midway through the race, but the reigning champion wrestled the lead back and pulled away for the win.
Behind the two leaders, Tom Gray and Taylor Martin battled one another for third. Martin had held off Gray on the mini-oval on Saturday night, and Gray returned the favor on Sunday. This time, he held the spot in front of Martin and raced well to hold her off.
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Mini-Oval; Sat., May 17: Shaun Buffington won his second Sign Works Oval race in as many tries this season, but Taylor Martin created the biggest headline in the race. Shortly after being passed by Tom Gray, midway through the race, Martin used a crossover move to get back to second. From there, she held off the 18t car of Gray in a nose-to-tail battle to the finish.
Dating back to June 1, 2013, Martin had registered 11 straight third-place finishes on the mini-oval, while the TS Motorsports teammates of Buffington and Gray had taken turns finishing 1-2. The second-place finish helped Martin break the lock that TS Motorsports had near the top of the podium and opens the opportunity for her to win her first race at NHMS.
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Road Course; Sat., May 17: Shaun Buffington charged through the field en route to a win at the Moat Mountain Road Course on May 17th. He started tenth and quickly made his way to second before the first of two cautions flew. When the race resumed, he took the lead.
"The car...it doesn't matter if it starts up front or not," he said. "It shows that its a great piece, it can come from the back. I couldn't waste too much time, letting the leaders get away, but it worked out."
Mike Alton, who won the pole in a draw, finished second. "I did everything I could just to hang with (Buffington)," he said. With two to go, he backed off but found himself quickly under fire from Tom Gray. "I saw Tom right in my rear view mirror, and said I better pick up the pace here. Finished out second, happy to be here."
Gray, who finished third after starting from the back, had this to say about his finish: "I was able to close a little, but when I got to close on Mike, it popped out of gear and I'd lose and I'd gain. For me, it was a very trying race."


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These January 2006 accident reports are provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, they are intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others.
Aircraft: Piper Warrior.
Location: West Branch, Mich.
Injuries: None.
Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: The pilot was attempting to land the airplane. The touch down was normal but during the landing roll a deer ran onto the runway. The pilot did not have enough time to take evasive action and the deer was struck by the left wing of the plane, which jerked to the left but the pilot was able to keep it on the runway.
Probable cause: The aircraft's encounter with a deer during landing.
Aircraft: Cessna 172.
Location: Denver, Colo.
Injuries: None.
Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: The pilot taxied the airplane to the run-up area for runway 29R. According to the automated terminal information service (ATIS) report, the wind was from 300° at 25 knots, gusting to 34 knots. After positioning the airplane so the nose was on a heading of 210° for the engine run-up, the pilot cycled the flaps per the checklist. While the flaps were extended, a gust of wind pushed the airplane to a heading of 120° and the airplane flipped over.
Probable cause: The pilot's failure to align the airplane's nose into the direction of the wind while performing the pre-takeoff checklist. The gusty winds were a contributing factor.
Aircraft: Cessna 310.
Location: Destin, Fla.
Injuries: None.
Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: As he was attempting to land, the pilot lowered the landing gear and noted the three green DOWN AND LOCKED lights were illuminated. Soon after, he heard an unusual "thump" from beneath the airplane. He then noted that although the nose landing gear light was still green, the main gear lights had extinguished. The pilot proceeded with the landing. When the airplane touched down, the right main landing gear light illuminated but the left indicator light remained unlit. The pilot allowed the airplane to roll out and avoided braking and excessive steering inputs. About 200 feet from the taxiway turnoff, the left main landing gear collapsed. The left propeller, left wing and horizontal stabilizer struck the runway. The airplane slid about 150 feet before coming to a stop.
A post-accident examination by a mechanic revealed the down limit switch, which operates the landing gear mechanical stop, had malfunctioned. The switch was bent in the up position. The gear motor had continued to run, causing the gearbox to over-travel and pull on the landing gear rods, retracting the landing gear.
Probable cause: Malfunction of the down limit switch.
Aircraft: Piper Twin Comanche.
Location: Visalia, Calif.
Injuries: 4 Fatal.
Aircraft damage: Destroyed.
What reportedly happened: The pilot, who held a commercial certificate, had logged more than 5,700 hours. He was the owner of the airplane and flew approximately 75 hours in the six months prior to the accident. He was attempting to land at night. As the aircraft turned from base leg to final approach it appeared to stall. There was not sufficient altitude to recover and the plane hit the ground nose first.
Examination of the wreckage did not reveal any mechanical issues that would lead to a stall. According to the medical examiner, the pilot's toxicological results were positive for extremely high levels of doxylamine, a highly sedating over-the-counter antihistamine, often used in sleep aids such as Unisom Sleep Tabs. The medical examiner determined that the substance had likely accumulated due to daily use and/or use in excess of the maximum recommended dose. According to family members the pilot had been having trouble sleeping due to back pain and had been taking high doses of the over-the-counter sleep aid.
Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during the landing approach, which resulted in a stall and uncontrolled descent. Contributing factors were the pilot's impairment due to his prolonged use of a highly sedating over-the-counter sleep aid and fatigue due to lack of sleep.


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"How much do I reveal about myself?"
"How do I stay current?"
"How do I stay soulful?"
These are some of the issues Beyoncé has been grappling with of late, if the trailer for her upcoming HBO documentary is any indication.
Scheduled to premiere on the premium-cable network Feb. 16, "Life Is But a Dream" appears to offer a behind-the-scenes peek at the singer's personal and professional life, with rehearsal footage and scenes of airport-paparazzi madness intercut with harsh webcam close-ups and an oh-so-precious ultrasound image. (Watch the trailer below.)
"People see celebrities, and they have money and fame," she says at one point. "But I'm a human being: I cry, I get scared, I get nervous just like everyone else."
The film, which Beyoncé directed, comes at an exceptionally busy time for the star, who last week reunited with her Destiny's Child bandmates for their first new single in nearly a decade. A sweet 1990s-style throwback produced by Pharrell, "Nuclear" will feature on the trio's "Love Songs" compilation, due out Jan. 29.
Next week Beyoncé will sing the national anthem at President Obama's second inauguration, followed closely by her headlining performance at the Super Bowl halftime show Feb. 3.
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Department of Computer Science and Engineering professor joins Carlson School's Ravi Bapna
Professor Joseph Konstan has been named co-academic director of the Social Media and Business Analytics Collaborative (SOBACO) housed at the Carlson School.
Konstan is a Distinguished McKnight University Professor, Distinguished University Teaching Professor, and Associate Department Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota. His research addresses a variety of human-computer interaction issues, with a focus on social computing. His work includes personalization (particularly through recommender systems), eliciting on-line participation, and designing computer systems to improve public health. He is best known for his work in collaborative filtering recommenders, namely the GroupLens project, which won the prestigious 2010 ACM Software Systems Award.
He received his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley in 1993. He is a Fellow of the ACM and the AAAS; an elected member of the CHI Academy; and past president of ACM SIGCHI, the 4500-member special interest group on human-computer interaction. He is currently serving on ACM's Council and Publications Board, and co-chairing a 2013 workshop co-sponsored by ACM, NSF, and the CCC to explore research directions in social computing.
Konstan is joining his Carlson School counterpart, Professor Ravi Bapna, to further the research, education, and outreach mission of SOBACO. Bapna, the founding academic director of SOBACO, is the Board of Overseers Professor of Information and Decision Sciences at the Carlson School. He received his BT in computer engineering from the Manipal Institute of Technology at Mangalore University, India and his PhD in business administration, operations, and information management from the University of Connecticut. His research interests are in the areas of economics of information systems, social media, big-data analytics, peer influence, human capital issues in the IT services industry, online auctions, e-market design, Grid computing, and the design of the IT organization.
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DUBLIN (AP) — Ireland's head of state has signed the country's first bill on abortion into law, legalizing the practice in exceptional cases where doctors deem a woman's life at risk.
President Michael D. Higgins surprised some analysts Tuesday by signing the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill rather than referring it to Ireland's Supreme Court to determine its constitutionality.
The new law does amend the constitution's ban on abortion, so anti-abortion activists are likely to pursue a Supreme Court challenge.
The law permits abortions to alleviate life-threatening conditions, including a woman's own threat to commit suicide if refused a termination.
Until now, Ireland's only legislation on abortion was a handed-down British law from 1867, outlawing the practice with a maximum penalty of life imprisonment. The new maximum sentence is 14 years.


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Entrepreneurship is anything but easy, and no single person has all the answers. The following is a list of blogs that together will provide ecommerce entrepreneurs with the knowledge, inspiration and tools to succeed in that crazy online world out there.
1. MashableMashable was founded by 26 year-old Pete Cashmore (pictured) in 2005. With over 40 million monthly page views, it's often regarded as the leading web news blog in the world. It's a great place to get breaking news and commentary on digital and social media, startup and website reviews and anything related to web culture.
2. GigaOMGigaOM is a Web 2.0 blog that is well known for it's startup coverage. It offers news, analysis, and opinion on startups, new tech, and e-business.
3. OnStartupsOnStartups is a site that's devoted solely to entrepreneurs. The site was created and is still run by Dharmesh Shahm, the CTO of HubSpot. OnStartups is about quality not quantity, so you'll notice fewer updates than other blogs on this list. Since Dharmesh writes much of the content himself, sometimes a week can go by without seeing a new article.
4. The Next WebLaunched in 2008, The Next Web has quickly become one of the worlds leading tech blogs. It's currently ranked in the top 10 most influential blogs in the world according to Technorati, and is a great resource for global tech trends, apps, and business.
5. MixergyThe founder of Mixery, Andrew Warner (pictured) has a mission: "To give you an alternative to the know-it-all, professional gurus. To convince you that no single person knows it all. To show you that the best way to grow is to learn from a mix of smart people who are willing to share their expertise and experiences." That's exactly what Mixergy is all about. Mixergy draws entrepreneurship wisdom from experts all around the world and presents their knowledge to you through articles, podcasts, and videos.
6. E-Commerce TimesE-Commerce Times gives you everything you need to know about doing business on the internet. It's a great place to see what's going on in ecommerce without having to weed through a bunch of other topics.
7. CopybloggerThis blogs tagline is "online marketing that works" and shows you how to get more traffic, links, and followers. Essentially, it will teach you to sell more products by upping your content marketing skills and utilizing proper copywriting.
8. Seth Godin's BlogSeth Godin is widely regarded as one of the greatest marketers of all time. He's a best-selling author, international keynote speaker, and he even has his own action figure. Seth posts to his blog every day (you can sign up to receive his articles via email), and teaches you about the world of marketing.
9. Tyler CruzTyler is an entrepreneur, blogger, and CEO. He chronicles his day-to-day operations as someone who makes a decent living (+$100,000) on this blog and shares interesting insight. He'll post on topics like blogging tips, affiliate marketing, in-depth analysis, random inspirational stuff, and the occasional personal piece.
10. Maple ButterFounder, Dan Martell, says that Maple Butter is a Startup Blog for Founders up North. While that's certainly true, it's also a great place for all web-entrepreneurs to learn. It's not a startup 101 type site, but it provides useful advice in a fresh no-holds-barred fashion.
11. Four Hour Work WeekThis is author Timothy Ferriss' blog. Ferriss teaches and inspires you to live life to its fullest. His ongoing "muse" series showcases entrepreneurs that have started a side-business that generates at least $1,000 extra income a month.
12. Practical eCommerceThis is the place to go if you're looking for practical ecommerce news and advice. It provides down-to-earth articles geared to help small businesses success online.
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September 21 2011, 01:34PM
where's techcrunch?
September 21 2011, 03:19PM
@alexandre: It's #13 :-) It was really difficult narrowing it down. Of course, I wanted to include all the big guys (TechCrunch, RRW, All Things D, Huff-Po Sm Biz…etc..etc..) but there wasn't enough room.
In the next few months I'll put out a more comprehensive list. Thanks for your comment!
September 21 2011, 08:39PM
Typo in #5 – The link is correct but the text says 'Mixery' where it should be 'Mixergy'
September 22 2011, 09:11AM
@Rick: Good eye, thanks!!
September 24 2011, 03:52PM
For the comprehensive list you should include Get Elastic E-Commerce Blog and Retail In the Eyes of the Everyday Consumer.
October 03 2011, 11:39PM
I have to say that techcrunch even sans Mike Arrington should be at the top of this list. Not only does it provide straight dope knowledge about entrepreneurship, startups and venture capital but it reports and provides insight into the most important companies and useful case studies of the happenings at these companies.. by far the best tool I have which has led me to all the other tools I know have.
October 04 2011, 04:13PM
@Derek: You're right about Get Elastic. Linda Bustos is an excellent blogger and I thoroughly enjoy her in-depth and analytics based articles.
@Daniel Gold: Ya in hindsight I should have included TechCrunch!
November 08 2011, 11:09PM
37signals' blog has good stuff as well.
March 22 2014, 12:41PM
How about www.entrepreneurial-insights.com ?
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New Car Review
2013 BMW X6: New Car Review
Pros: Great engines; impressive handling; premium interior; rich feature set
Cons: Limited cargo and passenger capacity relative to X5
What's New: Like its X5 sibling, the 2013 X6 gets an optional M Performance package that adds 15 horsepower to the xDrive35i and 40 hp to the xDrive50i. Other tweaks include subtle exterior styling revisions and available adaptive LED headlights.
The 2013 BMW X6 is a vehicle that car critics love to hate. We'll save you the Google search and sum up the complaints: "BMW calls it a coupe, but it's got four doors!" "It's based on the X5, but it has less cargo capacity and no third-row option!" "It costs how much?!" "It's just so…silly!"
You get the idea.
Now let's look at the X6 from a more realistic perspective. It's expensive, yes, but that just means prospective buyers have a different set of car-shopping criteria.
First and foremost, they're looking for something out of the ordinary, and the X6's unique hatchback-on-stilts design certainly delivers. They're probably looking for speed too, and the X6 has plenty of that, especially with the new-for-2013 M Performance package.
If they're sensitive to the way a car handles, they'll be blown away by the X6's athleticism. And if they want an urban assault vehicle with an elevated ride that stays above the fray, well, the X6 can play that role too.
Look, haters gonna hate, right? But unless you actually need the versatility of a true crossover, don't listen to their rants. Go drive an X6 for yourself and see if it's the right fit.
Comfort & Utility
The X6 is available in two trim levels: a 6-cylinder xDrive35i and an 8-cylinder xDrive50i. The high-performance X6 M is reviewed separately.
The xDrive35i comes standard with 19-inch alloy wheels, adaptive xenon headlamps, LED taillights, fog lights, a sunroof, a power liftgate, keyless entry with push-button ignition, leather upholstery, 10-way power-heated front seats with lumbar support and driver memory, two rear bucket seats with a center armrest, dual-zone automatic climate control, iPod/USB and Bluetooth connectivity, a 10-speaker audio system with dual subwoofers and the iDrive infotainment system with a small, square display.
The xDrive50i adds different 19-in alloy wheels, chrome exterior trim, 20-way Multi-contour front seats and a larger, wide-screen iDrive display with a navigation system and hard-drive-based operation (including digital music storage).
Most of the xDrive50i's standard niceties are available on the xDrive35i. Notable options include quad-zone climate control, three-person rear seating, sport seats, adaptive dampers, 20-in wheels, adaptive LED headlights and a 16-speaker, 600-watt audio system. New for 2013 is the M Performance package (more on that in Performance & Fuel Economy, below).
Compared to the X5's driving position, the X6's is definitely more low-slung, so BMW got that part of the coupe equation right. It's a pleasantly strange sensation to be sitting higher than in a regular car but within the intimate confines of a coupe-like cabin. The standard 10-way power front seats are no slouches, but the xDrive50i's phenomenal 20-way Multi-contour seats, optional on xDrive35i, are without question the way to go. We'd skip over the admittedly solid sport seats and go straight to the Multi-contours--they're that good.
The gauges are standard BMW-spec, employing those classic white-on-black numerals that change to orange-on-black at night. Interior materials are mostly high quality, though the X6's dashboard is largely shared with that of the X5, which means it's older than most current BMW dashboards, and perhaps not assembled to quite the same exacting standards. We were disappointed to discover that the high-priced X6 doesn't come standard with the crisp wide-screen iDrive display; you'll have to pay extra for the navigation system to get the wide-screen, or else you're stuck with a very plain square display.
The X6's standard rear bucket seats are more comfortable for two passengers than the X5's rear bench, in our opinion. BMW raised the hip point of the back row for X6 duty, which means you sit higher than in the X5 and with better thigh support. There's an available middle seat that you can specify in place of the standard center armrest, but we wouldn't recommend it. The X6 is comfier and cooler with the Porsche Panamera-style rear buckets.
As for cargo space, the X6 may pale in comparison to the boxier X5, but it's actually not bad at all relative to smaller crossovers like the X3. In fact, the X6 technically has more maximum cargo space than the X3 (59.7 versus 56.5) and nearly as much regular trunk space at 25.6 cu ft. Of course, those are the on-paper numbers. In the real world, the X6's sloping rear roofline makes its cargo bay look more like that of a big hatchback than a true SUV.
Unfortunately, the standard X6 xDrive35i comes with a basic version of iDrive that utilizes the sort of small, square screen we expect to find at a much lower price point. But if you check the box for the navigation system, standard on xDrive50i, you get a beautifully crisp wide-screen display backed by a hard drive with digital music storage. Either way, the iDrive interface has improved dramatically from its controversial early years, now featuring a vastly better menu structure and numerous physical buttons next to the controller knob for direct access to common pathways. It's one of the best infotainment systems on the market, and we appreciate that it's controlled by that console-mounted control knob instead of a touchscreen, so there's no need to lean forward and smudge the screen with your fingertips.
Performance & Fuel Economy
The xDrive35i is powered by a turbocharged inline-6 rated at 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque. Acceleration is satisfactory with this motor, and refinement is high; however, the X6 is a roughly 2.5-ton beast, so 300 hp really isn't all that much.
As such, we'd be sorely tempted to go whole-hog and get the xDrive50i, which features a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 that's good for 400 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque. Add the M Performance package and you're looking at a whopping 440 hp and 480 lb-ft. So equipped, the X6 transforms into a veritable muscle car, surging forward effortlessly at any speed when you give it the spurs. This V8 is otherworldly--few engines can match its combined performance/civility index.
Note that the M Performance package, which also includes 20-in wheels and a smattering of M-themed styling twists, can be added to the xDrive35i for increases of 15 hp and 30 lb-ft.
A slick 8-speed automatic is standard on every X6, as is all-wheel drive. Not surprisingly, fuel economy is a weakness, checking in at 16-mpg city/23-mpg highway with the inline-6 and 14/20 mpg with the V8.
The X6 comes with standard stability control, 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes and six airbags (front, front side, full-length side curtain). Also offered is BMW Assist, which includes four years of enhanced roadside assistance, stolen vehicle recovery and more.
Neither the government nor the independent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has crash tested the X6.
Driving Impressions
The X6 has great genes, as the X5 (itself based on the nimble previous-generation 5 Series sedan) is one of the most athletic crossover SUVs we've ever driven. Due to its lower center of gravity and some suspension tweaks, the X6 is even sharper than the X5 in corners, exhibiting a degree of poise that's scarcely believable given the car's roughly 5,000-lb curb weight. Nonetheless, the ride quality somehow remains thoroughly civilized. We'd only ask for less steering effort at parking-lot speeds. The X5 passed along its heavy steering too, and the X6 could do without that.
Other Cars to Consider
BMW X5: If you want more cargo space and passenger capacity than the X6 provides, the X5 delivers a very similar driving experience in a more practical package.
Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8: Jeep hasn't quite cracked into the X6's refinement bracket with the new Grand Cherokee, but it's getting there. Plus, who's going to argue with 6.4 liters of pure American V8 muscle for thousands less than even the 6-cylinder xDrive35i?
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque: The pint-sized Evoque only has 240 horses, so maybe we're reaching here, but it's a similarly fashion-forward crossover, and you'd likely save a bundle.
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If you're looking for an X6, you've already decided to go all-out on this purchase, so why not pick the xDrive50i with the M Performance package? Here's another way of looking at it: You'd be getting most of the X6 M's performance for considerably less.


text: Prospects Women fall in PCSL playoffs July 26, 200812:00AM PDT Previous Next Vancouver Whitecaps Prospects Women fell 4-2 to Tri-Cities Xtreme in the semifinals of the Pacific Coast Soccer League Challenge Cup at Cloverdale Athletic Park in Surrey, BC, on Saturday evening. The Whitecaps had ample opportunity to turn the tables on their opponents, but either failed to hit the target or were robbed by Xtreme goalkeeper Kasia Gwiazda. At the other end, Vancouver were punished by the clinical finishing of former Whitecaps striker Phebe Trotman, who struck for a hat-trick for the Coquitlam-based club. While both teams had their share of possession early on, it was the Whitecaps who looked the more dangerous. Nine minutes in, a high ball into the box by Marika Posehn bounced awkwardly for Gwiazda, who had to back pedal to push the ball over the crossbar. From the ensuing corner kick, Chelsea Buckland sent a header just over the target. On 18 minutes, a good ball into the box by Janine Frazao was partially cleared and fell to Alicia Tesan, whose crisp shot was superbly saved by Gwiazda. A minute later, Buckland broke in on the left before laying the ball off for Natalie Boyd to take a strike, which the Tri-Cities keeper was also equal to. Tri-Cities then stunned the Whitecaps with two quick goals by Trotman on breakaways. On minute 22, she got on to a bouncing ball from Kristine Jack and fired it high into the net. Two minutes later, it was Melissa Mobilio who was the provider, as she sent Trotman in on the right before she finished her second goal well. The Whitecaps persevered, however. On minute 27, substitute Lauren Hamson got off a curling shot from the edge of the area that Gwiazda barely stopped on the goal line. Vancouver pulled a goal back on the half-hour mark, as a good diagonal cross from Carolyn Bell's free kick on the right went all the way to Tessa Meyer on the left of goal. Her first shot was a poor one, but she still managed to handcuff Gwiazda, who gave up a rebound that Meyer gratefully deposited for 2-1. It was all Whitecaps now, with the speedy youngsters attacking in waves, as they went in search of the equalizer. Tesan chipped a shot just wide on minute 32, then broke in again on minute 38, but she had her high shot deflect off Gwiazda and go just over the crossbar. A minute later, Hamson did well to cut inside, but she blasted a left-footed strike inches too high. The Xtreme's only other chance of the half came from a long-range blast from Lauren Lachlan that was well held by Prospects goalkeeper Shimone Slomowitz. It was 2-1 for the Xtreme at halftime. Tri-Cities came out well after the break. Trotman almost netted a third on minute 53, She broke in on goal, but this time tried a low shot, which Slomowitz stopped. Back the other way, and Gwiazda made two sensational saves to preserve the Tri-Cities lead. On minute 54, she reacted superbly to push over a hard shot from Buckland that looked a certain goal. A few minutes later from a corner kick, a header came in from Kelly Cook that Gwiazda again somehow managed to keep out. As had happened in the first half, two great chances by Vancouver were followed by two quick goals by the Xtreme, as the momentum again swung. On minute 58, Carlen Oates wide on the left hit a wicked shot that dipped over Slomowitz and found the far side of the net. Then a minute later, Trotman turned and buried a shot to earn her hat-trick, and seal the Whitecaps fate. Down 4-1, the game now seemed out of the Prospects reach, and chances were few. There was some hope of a revival with ten minutes remaining, as Lauren Hamson forced the ball past Gwiazda from right in front of goal after a nice setup by Tesan, but it was too little late for the Whitecaps. While their PCSL campaign is now over, the Prospects are not quite finished yet for the summer season. The team now heads off to San Diego, California, for the 28th annual Surf Cup, where they will compete in the elite Girls U-19 Super division against 15 of the top youth teams in the United States. The Prospects open play on Saturday, August 2, against the Pleasanton Rage from Northern California - a team that includes USA U-17 international Olivia Klei. Whitecaps Prospects Women - starting line-up v Tri-Cities Xtreme Shimone Slomowitz; Kelly Cook, Brienna Shaw, Carolyn Bell; Janine Frazao, Natalie Boyd, Tessa Meyer, Marika Posehn; Chelsea Buckland, Alicia Tesan, Nikki Wright Previous Next


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Federal Agency Obtains $50,000 for SFSU Lecturer Denied Position Due to His Age
SAN FRANCISCO -- The California State University System (CSUS) has agreed to settle an age discrimination suit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on behalf of a longtime San Francisco State University Lecturer for $50,000 and other relief, the agency announced today.
This settlement resolved the EEOC's lawsuit charging that the state's largest university system discriminated against Dr. Lawford Goddard because of his age. Goddard was age 61 in the spring of 2004 when he applied for an assistant professor position in the Black Studies Department of the College of Ethnic Studies at SFSU. He had taught there as a lecturer for more than 15 years. The EEOC's investigation showed that despite over 30 years of teaching experience at various Bay Area colleges and universities and a Ph.D. from Stanford in 1976, Goddard was passed over for a much younger candidate who had not yet received his Ph.D., a requirement for the position.
Age discrimination violates the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), which protects people aged 40 and older from employment discrimination. The EEOC filed this suit only after first attempting to reach a voluntary settlement through conciliation.
Under the agreement (EEOC v. California State University Board of Trustees d/b/a San Francisco State University, Civil Action No. C 08-2772) approved by U.S. District Court Judge William H Alsup, the California State University System will pay Goddard $50,000 and grant him "emeritus status," which gives him the benefits and amenities enjoyed by retired tenured faculty at San Francisco State University. In addition to the monetary payment, the university system will also conduct trainings on age discrimination in hiring.
Goddard, who retired from SFSU in 2004, said, "I enjoyed teaching at San Francisco State and am pleased that this matter could be resolved in a fair and reasonable manner. I thank the EEOC for pressing for my rights."
EEOC San Francisco Regional Attorney William R. Tamayo said, "This settlement sets out measures to educate the CSUS workforce regarding age discrimination and also recognizes Dr. Goddard's contributions by raising him to emeritus status. We are pleased that the California State University System worked with the Commission to reach a fair resolution of this case."
EEOC San Francisco District Director Michael Baldonado added, "As the population gets older, it becomes more and more important that employers ensure that their hiring decisions do not discriminate on the basis of age."
The EEOC enforces federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Further information about the EEOC is available on the agency's web site at www.eeoc.gov.
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"The Fall" (Netflix). After several years of playing peekaboo with her audience, Gillian Anderson, who first won your heart and mind as Agent Dana Scully on "The X-Files," is back with a vengeance (in a nice way). This year saw her return to American television (the homegrown sort) in a recurring role on NBC's "Hannibal"; next year will find her as a regular in the same network's midseason political thriller "Crisis." At present she may be found starring in this five-episode BBC series (miniseries? — you decide), available here only through Netflix. (Anderson, who grew up partly in England and lives there now, became for all intents a British actress post "X-Files.") It finds her as a London police detective dispatched to Belfast to unstick a high-profile murder case, which soon enough to not call it a spoiler and despite the objections of her traditionally objecting colleagues, she identifies as the work of a serial killer (Jamie Dornan, known here as the Huntsman in the ABC series "Once Upon a Time" — and again, not a spoiler).
The series spends as much time with the killer as with the detective, and though it draws a lot of parallels between them (there is much visually resonant intercutting), it doesn't romanticize the villain or reflexively give the heroine feet of clay. If it's sometimes too coincidental to be true, I suppose there is no crime drama without a little too much coincidence. I could go my whole life without watching another serial killer story, but I can see why people make them — the cat-and-mouse of it, the stop-him-before-he-kills-again. The case is gripping, but it's also to some extent irrelevant to the show's main attraction, which is Anderson herself: smart, self-possessed, flinty and forceful — yet not unfeeling. As the feather-ruffling new woman in town and in authority, she recalls not only Helen Mirren in "Prime Suspect" — Allan Cubitt, who wrote "The Fall," also wrote the teleplay for "Prime Suspect 2" — but also Elisabeth Moss in the recent "Top of the Lake." She is not, however, damaged, and while her personal life becomes an issue (a one-night stand has ramifications on the plot), she remains beautifully unconflicted. A second season has been commissioned; I will just be happy to see Anderson reunited with pathologist Archie Panjabi (Kalinda on "The Good Wife") and right hand Niamh McGrady.
"Skywire Live with Nik Wallenda" (Discovery, Sunday). In which Nik Wallenda of the famed Flying Wallendas circus family — celebrating something like three centuries in show business, for reals — will attempt to wire-walk across the Grand Canyon, with nothing attached or beneath him to mitigate a slip. In other words, a person might die on live television. (His great-grandfather Karl Wallenda fell from a tightrope in 1978 — he was 73, granted — and cameras were there to catch it; there was nothing, however, to catch Karl.) That is not the plan, of course; the plan is that it will all go off as hitch-free as Wallenda's 2012 international walk across Niagara Falls (backed and carried by ABC, with the proviso that he wear a safety harness). Wallenda, who holds six Guinness world records for various difficult things, may see this stroll as a veritable walk to the corner for milk (on a sidewalk a couple of inches wide, with a 1,500-foot drop-off on either side). The unbearable tension begins at 5 p.m. PT Sunday on Discovery and Discovery.com and ends ... well, we'll see.
"Homegoings" (Monday, PBS). The 26th season of the public-television documentary series "POV" opens with Christine Turner's lyrical, life-affirming film on the African-American way of death, focusing on a family-run funeral home with branches in Harlem and small-town South Carolina. Particularly it is the story of Isiah Owens, who as a boy played "funeral parlor" the way some kids play with army men or Barbie dolls — a matchstick served for his first corpse — and grew up to follow what he considers a calling from God: "Every body that He gave me, I gave it back to Him splendid and good, and I never slighted anybody." More generally it is a story of old-fashioned community, black history, the richness of well-lived lives and the final rites of grief and celebration that "kept us honest and sane.... Everybody knows that it's going to be a sad good time." Beautifully photographed by Marshall Stief.
"Drop Dead Diva" (Lifetime, Sundays), "Franklin & Bash" (TNT, Wednesdays). Lighthearted basic-cable legal comedies, with a bit of drama — or dramas with a lot of comedy — back to fill your summer nights. Although the cases they try and the long-arc business that embroils them are interesting enough, both series depend heavily on the appeal of their cast members, and especially their stars. "Drop Dead Diva," whose fifth season begins this week, is the more complicated of the two, its main character a self-absorbed cartoon blond whose soul, through a plot device more or less cribbed from "Here Comes Mr. Jordan," comes to rest in the body of Jane (Brooke Elliott), a (to use the common, if unlovely term) plus-size lawyer, simultaneously deceased — the mash-up improving both the inner woman and the outer. (Elliott, who has a musical comedy background, is, needless to say, attractive.) The whereabouts of the dead lawyer's soul, now referred to as "old Jane," and the outcome of new Jane's cliff-hung aborted wedding (she's still in the dress) are subjects of concern as the season begins. "Franklin & Bash," whose third season commenced last week trades on the Mutt & Jeff chemistry of goofball leads Breckin Meyer and Mark-Paul Gosselaar, unconventional storefront lawyers who find themselves taken into a big-law firm by fellow oddball Malcolm McDowell; comic Kumail Nanjiani and Reed Diamond (late of "Homicide: Life on the Street) are there as well; Heather Locklear, whom you know, joins them this year.
"Mad Men" season finale (AMC, Sunday). Season 6, the series' penultimate season, comes to a close this week, with who knows what great revelation or suggestive shift of perspective. (The show's history favors the latter.) It's been a colorful, more than usually comical season, with the exception of Jon Hamm's downward spiraling Don Draper, whose feelings (he does have them) creator Matt Weiner has endeavored to make more visible, as the disposition of his fate draws nearer. If for a rich, well-dressed, handsome guy, Don was always something of a desperate man (it's his inescapable past, you understand), he has gotten sloppy this year, in body and mind, sloughing off at work and alienating his daughter, arguably the most important woman in his life, however much she hates him and he mistakes her. As for no-longer-little Sally (Kiernan Shipka), she seems set for trouble of her own, as the decade slips further into chaos and beyond the grasp of our older, aging heroes and heroines, anti- and otherwise.


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Potential link between immunity, schizophrenia revealedFebruary 28th, 2011 - 3:09 pm ICT by ANI
Washington, Feb 28 (ANI): A new study from UC Davis has indicated that the number of connections between nerve cells in the brain can be regulated by an immune system molecule.
The research has also revealed a potential link between immunity, infectious disease and conditions such as schizophrenia or autism.
Schizophrenia, autism and other disorders are associated with changes in connectivity in the brain, said Kimberley McAllister, associate professor in the Center for Neuroscience and Departments of Neurology and Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior at UC Davis. Those changes affect the ability of the brain to process information correctly.
"Certain immune genes and immune dysregulation have also been associated with autism and schizophrenia, and the immune molecules that we study in brain development could be a pathway that contributes to that altered connectivity," said McAllister.
The study does not show a direct link between immune responses and autism, but rather reveals a molecular pathway through which a peripheral immune response or particular genetic profile could alter early brain development, said McAllister.
The researchers looked at a protein called Major Histocompatibility Complex type 1 (MHC type I). In both rodents and humans, these proteins vary between individuals, and allow the immune system to distinguish between 'self' and 'non-self.' They play a role, for example, in rejecting transplanted organs and in defending against cancer and virus infections.
In this and another recently published study, McAllister's group found that MHC type I molecules are present on young brain cells during early postnatal development. To test their function, they studied mice lacking MHC type I on the surface of neurons, as well as isolated neurons from mice and rats with altered levels of MHC type I.
They found that when the density of these molecules on the surface of a brain cell goes up, the number of connections, or synapses, it has with neighboring brain cells goes down. The reverse was also true: decreased MHC expression increased synaptic connections.
"We have now found that there is another role for MHC type I in establishing connections during early postnatal development of the brain," said McAllister.
The report has been published in the journal Nature Neuroscience. (ANI)
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Rounding Third: NL Outlook: Dodgers' cash could lead to a pennant
It doesn't seem all that long ago that the Los Angeles Dodgers were headed towards bankruptcy.
Well, fast forward two years and they enter the 2013 season with one of the highest payrolls in baseball and are also one of the favorites to win the National League.
The Dodgers' spending spree, fueled of course by the deep pockets of the Guggenheim ownership group that includes former NBA star Magic Johnson, started with contract extensions to both Andre Ethier and superstar Matt Kemp.
But, it was a trade last summer that really set the baseball world on its ear and let everyone know that the Dodgers are indeed open for business.
Los Angeles acquired first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, outfielder Carl Crawford, righty Josh Beckett and utility man Nick Punto for prospects from Boston in what was essentially a salary dump by the Red Sox with a look towards this season.
The spending wasn't done, though, as the Dodgers pulled off a huge surprise this winter, landing former American League Cy Young Award winner Zack Greinke with a 6-year, $147 million free agent deal.
Next up will be getting a deal done for lefty Clayton Kershaw, who very well could become the game's first $200 million pitcher with another strong season this year.
But, first things first.
Manager Don Mattingly has all the tools at his disposal for the Dodgers to get back to the postseason for the first time in 2009. The only thing that could stop them are injuries and, like last year with Kemp, they seem to be rearing their ugly early on.
Greinke appears likely to start the season on the disabled list, while another one of the Dodgers' pickups last season, infielder Hanley Ramirez, will miss at least the first two months following thumb surgery. Still, this is a team that can overcome that and then some and has proven it will go out and add another piece if need be.
Bottom line, the ownership wants a title. It's World Series or bust.
If you are a betting man, place your money on the Dodgers getting back to the Fall Classic for the first time since 1988.
For an insight into the season, here's a brief synopsis and a look at some of the teams which will try to stop the Dodgers in power poll form. For a look at the AL predictions, click here http://goo.gl/6buIm
2. WASHINGTON NATIONALS: This is the year in D.C. There are no limits on Stephen Strasburg and Bryce Harper will be on the field from the get go. Add in Denard Span, Dan Haren and Rafael Soriano combined with the fact that the Nats won 98 games a year ago and expectations are through the roof in the nation's capital. If anything the Nationals might be the most exciting team in the league.
3. CINCINNATI REDS: The sky is the limit this season for the Cincinnati Reds. The lineup that helped the Reds win the NL Central by nine games is essentially the same - and could be even better with Todd Frazier playing everyday and the addition of Shin-Soo Choo. If Joey Votto can play over 150 games he may win another MVP. The starting rotation is young and talented, while having Jonathan Broxton and Aroldis Chapman at the back of the bullpen will shorten games to seven innings on most nights. It's World Series or bust for Dusty Baker's crew.
4. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS: The defending world champions return essentially the same team that swept the Detroit Tigers for the second title in three years. And they could be even better provided Tim Lincecum reverts back to being the pitcher who was a perennial Cy Young Award candidate instead of the one who threw to a 5.18 ERA a year ago. Judging by his 10.57 ERA this spring, though, Lincecum could be headed for another long year.
5. ATLANTA BRAVES: No lineup improved itself more in the National League this offseason than the Braves, who added both B.J. and Justin Upton. The duo will have an even greater impact provided Jason Heyward starts playing to expectations. Should that happen this could be a dangerous team. But, there are some questions at the back of the rotation and Johnny Venters' elbow injury late in spring training has to be a concern. Still, the Braves should be right in the thick of things in the National League this year.
6. ST. LOUIS CARDINALS: St. Louis should not only be able to compete for a playoff spot, but it is good enough to win the National League Central. Of course, many things must fall into place for that to happen, the most important of which being staying healthy. You can probably say that about most teams, but staying on the field is essential for the Cardinals. Injuries, though, have already sapped the team's depth, but they do have a young stud waiting in the wings in Oscar Taveras. If manager Mike Matheny can get 30 starts apiece from his top-3 pitchers, the Cardinals are going to be very good. That is a very big if, though.
7. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES: If you are looking for a sleeper in the National League look no further than the Philadelphia Phillies. There is still no team in baseball with a better top-3 in the rotation of Cole Hamels, Cliff Lee and Roy Halladay
8. MILWAUKEE BREWERS: The Brewers were some decent pitching and more particularly, a decent bullpen, away from making the postseason in 2012. Pitching -- from both the rotation and the bullpen -- figures to be a roller- coaster ride this year, but the bats will keep them in just about every game they play, but not enough that they'll contend for a National League Central crown. Plus it still remains to be seen if Ryan Braun will be suspended for his involvement with the Miami clinic.
9. PITTSBURGH PIRATES: What can you say about the Pirates? Last year they were a feel-good story in the first half and then it all fell apart. If those first few months did anything, it showed that there is some talent on this roster. General manager Neal Huntington has preached baby steps and that is the right approach. Before they can even start thinking about contending for a division title they have to get back to .500, which would be a huge accomplishment.
10. SAN DIEGO PADRES: It's almost unbelievable that the San Diego Padres are just two seasons removed from 90 wins considering the club lost nearly 90 games a year ago. The Padres just don't have enough firepower to compete with the top teams in the NL West. But help for star Chase Headley may be on the way in the form of rookie Jedd Gyorko.
11. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS: Expectations are not that high for Kirk Gibson's club, as the Diamondbacks begin the post Justin Upton era. Arizona is a young team and its time is coming. It won't be this year, though. Keep an eye on center fielder Adam Eaton, an NL Rookie of the Year favorite until he hurt his shoulder late in spring training. He's expected to miss about the first two months, but still should have enough time to have an impact rookie season.
12. COLORADO ROCKIES: Former major leaguer Walt Weiss begins his first year at the helm of the Colorado Rockies. As was the case with his predecessor, Weiss' success will hinge on the health of both Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez. But, even if they do remain healthy, the Rockies still need a lot more things to fall their way if they have any intention of reaching the postseason.
13. NEW YORK METS: As if the New York Mets season wasn't going to be bad enough, now comes word that lefty Johan Santana is probably done for the season. The two-time Cy Young Award winner's career is also very much in jeopardy, as he is expected to undergo yet another shoulder surgery. On the bright side the Mets do have a pair of young pitchers to keep an eye on: righty Matt Harvey, who will break camp with the club, and Zack Wheeler, who will debut likely sometime in July.
14. CHICAGO CUBS: With the rebuilding process continuing in Chicago, it appears that it will be another long season for the Cubs. Adding Edwin Jackson to the mix in the rotation automatically makes them better, but without the Houston Astros to kick around in the division anymore, the Cubs likely are headed towards a last-place finish. The Cubs probably won't lose 100 games this season, but they are also probably not good enough to be .500 either.
15. MIAMI MARLINS: It's embarrassing what happened to the Marlins this offseason. The fact that Jeffrey Loria was allowed to dismantle them a year after opening that new ballpark in a disgrace. The only reason to even pay attention to this team is to see where they are going to trade Giancarlo Stanton.
BREAKOUT PLAYER: JEDD GYORKO, INF, SAN DIEGO: The silver lining for the San Diego Padres in the fact that third baseman Chase Headley would miss the start of the season with a thumb injury was the fact that it opened a spot for Jedd Gyorko to play everyday. Gyorko can play both second and third base, but is future likely will be up the middle with Headley firmly entrenched at the hot corner. Gyorko had a monster offensive season at the minor league level a year ago, hitting .311 and with 30 home runs and 100 RBI over 126 games at the Double- and Triple-A level. You may not know who he is now, but you will by the end of the season.
BREAKDOWN PLAYER: ROY HALLADAY, RHP, PHILADELPHIA: The easy choice here would have been New York's Johan Santana, but that's kind of cheating considering he is going to miss the year with yet another shoulder surgery. So, we'll go with another two-time Cy Young Award winner in Halladay, who has looked awful this spring and for the second straight year people are questioning his velocity. Look, there are an awful lot of innings in that once golden right arm. At some point something has to give. Spring training stats normally mean nothing, but this is the second consecutive year this has been a problem. Where there's smoke, there's fire right?
FIRST MANAGER FIRED: TERRY COLLINS, NY METS: It's no secret that the Mets are not going to be very good this year. Truth be told there probably isn't going to be a manager fired in-season, but if there is he's going to be the guy to go, considering his contract runs out at the end of the year anyway.
PLAYER MOST LIKELY TRADED BY DEADLINE: ALFONSO SORIANO, OF, CUBS: The Chicago Cubs are all about the future, one that hopefully does not include Alfonso Soriano. The only problem is that he still has two years left on that massive 8-year, $136 million pact. If Soriano comes close to the numbers he posted last year (32 HR, 108 RBI) some team will call. Epstein does like the veteran presence he provides for burgeoning stars Anthony Rizzo and Starlin Castro, but would take about a nanosecond to move him if he could.
WILD CARD: PHILADELPHIA over ST. LOUIS NLDS: L.A. DODGERS over PHILADELPHIA; WASHINGTON over CINCINNATI NLCS: L.A. DODGERS over WASHINGTON
WORLD SERIES: DETROIT over L.A. DODGERS
NL MVP - JOEY VOTTO (CIN); NL CY Young - Clayton Kershaw (LOS); NL Rookie of Year - OSCAR TAVERAS (STL); NL Manager of Year - DON MATTINGLY (LOS); NL Comeback Player - CARL CRAWFORD (LOS)


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Organizations will be able to access solar power without major capital investment.
Siemens Industry, Inc. introduced its Solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) program from the building technologies division in collaboration with Siemens Financial Services. The program allows customers to bring "clean" solar energy projects on their properties without making an initial capital investment in solar equipment.
"Demand for solar power is on the rise, but for many of our customers, the initial capital investment requirements were just too high," said Andreas Schierenbeck, president of the building technologies division. "With Siemens Solar PPA program both the financial and technical barriers associated with implementing solar energy are mitigated. We take on the risk, while our customers reap the rewards of clean energy and lower utility bills."
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Are the Republicans really that stupid, or has telling lies become such a way of life for them that they can't keep them all straight? I see in the paper from Republican babbling heads like Bob Ehrlich, as well as their cadre of misinformed letter writers, their new "talking point" that President Obama has not issued any plans for Medicare ("Ryan is a good pick — but very risky," Aug. 18). What drug do these guys take that seems to remove 90 percent of their brains?
The president already has a plan. The Republicans spent the last two years fighting against it and screaming that it was going to destroy America. They put every roadblock in the way that their billionaire masters could come up with, and President Obama rammed it down their throats anyway — just like he rammed the barrel of an M16 down the throat of Osama bin Laden. They even invented a derisive name for it — "Obamacare." Don't these half wits even remember what they say anymore? How can they forget everything they've been doing for the past four years?
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