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A love affair between two cultures
Voted "Best Italian Classes in Connecticut" by Connecticut Magazine
THE VOICES Behind the CHARACTERS
Italian for Tourists: Mauro and Carla Bianchi's Trip to Italy
Russell Sillery
Russell is my new best friend. He plays the role of narrator and brilliantly introduces the scenarios with his incredible and captivating voice. I also thank
his wife Lenore, for coaching Russell with patience, encouragement, acute observations and advice while sitting quietly and doing her knitting by the fireplace during the recordings.
Mr. Sillery is the CEO of a marketing firm that serves major retailers across North America. He resides in Wilton, Connecticut with his wife and business partner, Lenore, an Italian-American. They have two children, Russell and Michael, and two grandchildren, Isabella and Russell. Both Russell and his wife Lenore enjoy traveling to Italy.
Silvano Stasolla
Silvano is a native Italian, who interprets the Italian version of Mauro's role, Carla's husband. His talent and professionalism stem from his great love and passion for his Italian heritage. I appreciate his dedication, skills and commitment, and also thank him for introducing me to new recording software.
Mr. Stasolla was born and raised in Puglia, "the heel of Italy" and moved to Connecticut with his wife Becky and two children, Dany and Crystal, in the late 1990s. He is a self-taught musician, sound technician, graphic artist and magazine editor and holds these positions at a local marketing company. He shares his love and passion for the Italian culture and heritage and plays guitar and sings beautiful traditional Italian songs accompanied by his wife.
Kristie Miller
Kristie is daughter of my best friend Nancy. I thank her for her support, excitement and professionalism that she brought into the work. I admire her stamina and determination and the sacrifice of driving long distance and in difficult circumstances to get the job done. Thank you, Kristie!
Miss Miller was raised in Wallingford, Connecticut and currently lives there. She is an account executive for a local radio station. She loves the outdoors, hiking, biking, skiing and just staring up at the stars. (Being an Italian descendent, she loves her Italian roots and everything that has to do with the Italian language, culture and cuisine.)
Miss Miller explains formalities used by Italians when they introduce themselves and others.
Mark Tuscano
Mark didn't realize his acting ability. His charming voice lent itself beautifully to the multiple roles he played. He spent numerous hours in the kitchen studio, after a long workday and sometimes on weekends, unaware, on a few occasions, of the crickets chirping in the background on the warm summer evenings. After a good laugh, we resumed work and for this, I admire his patience, kindness and gentle way of handling set backs. The crickets will always be a fun memory of those hot summer evenings. Thank you, Mark! What a gentleman you are!
Mr. Tuscano lives in the New York metropolitan area and has three children: Matthew, Kathryn and Joseph, who share his love of the Italian language and cuisine. When he is not busy as an IT professional, he enjoys running, playing baseball, and spending time with family. He is looking forward to a third visit to Italy to research his Italian ancestry in the Siena area.
Mr. Tuscano plays the role of Mauro Bianchi in the English version as well as several other roles.
Loretana Mallone
Loretana changed the spelling of her name choosing to use a "t" instead of a "d" (Loredana). This says a lot about her character—she is unique! Her friendship, commitment, patience and understanding have been extraordinary and valuable and I feel blessed for having found in her a true friend, the kind who is there at the time of need without questioning and without conditions! Her gentle ways, kindness and inner beauty shine through her beautiful smile. Thank you, Loretana!
Miss Mallone is a first generation Italian-American. She currently works for a marketing company in Fairfield County, Connecticut and loves to travel and visit new places in the U.S.A. and other countries as well. However, her true love is Italy and she returns there often for vacation and to visit family. She portrayed numerous female characters in the audio plays and found it a great way to fulfill her passion for the Italian language!
Miss Mallone plays several roles—from Marisa Giorgione, Carla's friend, to a tour guide and the owner of a winery.
Alessandro Marini
Alessandro was the answer to my prayer as he appeared from nowhere when I was searching desperately for a gentlemanly voice for various roles both in Engish and Italian. Thanks to Loretana, I found Alessandro! His dedication, enthusiasm, commitment and availability, despite his busy schedule, have been invaluable to my work and I am grateful for his support and a job well done. Thank you, Alessandro!
Mr. Marini works at a family-run construction business in Connecticut. Although he was born in the United States to native Italian parents, he feels very close to his Italian roots. His love for the Italian culture brings him back to Frosinone every year, where most of his family still lives. It's out of his passion and love for his Italian heritage that Mr. Marini welcomed the opportunity to introduce others to the Italian language and culture.
Maurizio Ricci
Maurizio plays several roles that have one thing in common: his Roman accent! He is a sweetheart, a true Roman hearththrob loved by all. He is kind, easygoing, fun, ossequious, hardworking and has a great smile. When I asked him the main thing that he would like people to know about him, he replied: "I am a family guy, hardworker, and I was baptized at the Cathedral in St. Peter's Square."
Thank you, Maurizio, for just being you!
Mr. Ricci is a native Italian and resides in Norwalk, Connecticut. Born and raised in the Parioli section of Rome, before he moved to the United States, Mr. Ricci was a professional soccer player; he attended a culinary school and worked at his family's restaurant all his life. Besides his family, soccer and food, Mr. Ricci loves to travel all over the world. Recently, he traveled to Rome for one day to surprise his mother on her birthday.


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[Section 59 is brought to force with effect from September 12, 2013.]
Rectification of register of members
Section 59. (1) If the name of any person is, without sufficient cause, entered in the register of members of a company, or after having been entered in the register, is, without sufficient cause, omitted therefrom, or if a default is made, or unnecessary delay takes place in entering in the register, the fact of any person having become or ceased to be a member, the person aggrieved, or any member of the company, or the company may appeal in such form as may be prescribed, to the Tribunal, or to a competent court outside India, specified by the Central Government by notification, in respect of foreign members or debenture holders residing outside India, for rectification of the register.
(2) The Tribunal may, after hearing the parties to the appeal under sub-section (1) by order, either dismiss the appeal or direct that the transfer or transmission shall be registered by the company within a period of ten days of the receipt of the order or direct rectification of the records of the depository or the register and in the latter case, direct the company to pay damages, if any, sustained by the party aggrieved.
(3) The provisions of this section shall not restrict the right of a holder of securities, to transfer such securities and any person acquiring such securities shall be entitled to voting rights unless the voting rights have been suspended by an order of the Tribunal.
(4) Where the transfer of securities is in contravention of any of the provisions of the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956, the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 or this Act or any other law for the time being in force, the Tribunal may, on an application made by the depository, company, depository participant, the holder of the securities or the Securities and Exchange Board, direct any company or a depository to set right the contravention and rectify its register or records concerned.
(5) If any default is made in complying with the order of the Tribunal under this section, the company shall be punishable with fine which shall not be less than one lakh rupees but which may extend to five lakh rupees and every officer of the company who is in default shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine which shall not be less than one lakh rupees but which may extend to three lakh rupees, or with both.


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|My husband planned out this delicious anniversary dinner!
These past four years have been so beautiful, and it's hard to believe everything that God has packed into them. I'm thrilled to see what He has in store for us in the years to come!
|My husband planned out this delicious anniversary dinner!
Congratulations! That's a lot of life in 4 years. Thanks for sharing stories of the journey! May God continue to bless your marriage and draw you closer to Him and each other.ReplyDelete
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Happy 4 years! It's kind of amazing how much life can change--I look back on our marriage and see how so many different traditions have begun and later ended...usually due to moving somewhere new. We celebrated our 4th anniversary in China--considering that when we got married, living in China together was not even on our radar...that's a bit surprising.ReplyDelete
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CDC Software has launched a packaged manufacturing operations management solution that integrates finite factory scheduling, manufacturing execution systems, real-time performance management, quality, maintenance and analytics processes so all users-from shop floor operators to executive management-can make real-time actionable decisions throughout the plant and across the enterprise.
Called CDC Factory, the solution reportedly standardizes the best practices of lean manufacturing, "overall equipment effectiveness" and continuous improvement. It is designed to provide a real-time framework that "unlocks hidden capacity on the factory floor" by managing production scheduling in real time, pinpointing the causes of plant inefficiencies and providing immediate feedback on key operating metrics, including rate, yield, utilization and per-unit cost.
CDC Factory is a packaged solution specifically designed for process manufacturers in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical and consumer packaged goods industries. Installation typically should take no more than eight weeks, says Mark Sutcliffe, CDC Factory general manager.
"This is the industry's first and only out-of-the-box manufacturing operations management system," Sutcliffe says. "This is also the first system that combines real-time finite scheduling with real-time operations management."
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The biosilica produced by diatoms is composed of porous nano- and micropatterned amorphous silica and associated biomolecules. In respect to the latter, important members were identified in the model diatom Thalassiosira pseudonana, which can be distinguished by their solubility in a mildly acidic solution of ammonium fluoride. In our project we will focus on Silaffins, important proteins of the soluble fraction, and on Cingulins, a recently identified protein family of the insoluble fraction. Both protein families show a specific localization either in the valve (Silaffins) or the girdle band (Cingulins). In our project we aim to identify the signals responsible for the specific localization of Silaffins and Cingulins, including the expression control during the different cell cycle phases.
Over the last years important observations have been made helping to understand the mechanisms of intracellular protein targeting in diatoms. In respect to biosilica-associated biomolecules, the proteins are expected to be synthesized at the ER and further targeted to a so-called SDV (silica deposition vesicle), in which silica is polymerized. However, it is yet unknown if the proteins use the canonical pathway (from ER to the Golgi to SDV) or are being targeted bypassing the Golgi-apparatus. In cooperation with SP3 (Andrej Shevchenko) we will investigate the targeting route in a proteomic approach.
From our project we will therefore learn (i) which signals and cell cycle phases are important for specific targeting of biomolecules, and (ii) which intracellular routes these proteins use to reach their specific localization.


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The true value of IT Asset Disposition
Should companies use a professional IT Asset Disposal (ITAD) provider instead of disposing of redundant IT equipment themselves? IT asset disposition is the business built around disposing of obsolete or unwanted equipment in a safe and ecologically-responsible manner.
ITAD specialist Xperien said this should be a key consideration and must form part of any IT asset disposition strategy.
Most organisations have very little or no idea when it comes to the protection of personal information when disposing of redundant IT assets. However, if done correctly by professionals, ITAD offers data protection, legislative compliance, environmentally safe practices and most important, brand protection.
Xperien CEO Wale Arewa said by retiring technology assets wisely, customers can offset the cost of a secure IT asset disposition programme. "Rather find yourself a third-party specialist with deep experience in secure IT asset disposition."
Concern about data security is the key reason companies choose a professional ITAD provider. There is a risk of exposing sensitive data with every retired device and data breaches can cost organisations millions.
Professional ITAD providers are best equipped to ensure complete data erasure and they also ensure that devices are properly processed and disposed of in a safe and compliant manner. Environmental damage and human health hazards from improperly discarded electronics are serious issues. This is why ITAD specialists focus on reuse before recycling.
Data exposure can also cause irreparable damage to a business brand. Professional ITAD providers focus on security and risk mitigation and understand the importance of environmental protection.
Arewa said professional, full-service ITAD providers can return value to their customers in various ways. "We offer expert knowledge of data destruction and environmental regulations and international compliance with many different standards."
"We also offer state-of-the-art data sanitisation equipment and techniques, complete asset validation and documentation and we minimise the risk of data exposure or asset loss. We are skilled in remarking for greater value return," he explained.
Xperien provides specialised ITAD and reverse supply chain solutions that protect its client's brands and uncover opportunity for value capture at the end of the IT product lifecycle.
"We offer a comprehensive mix of best practices, best processes, experience, thorough reporting and the highest levels of service," he concluded.


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Block LMS Filter
Compute output, error, and weights using LMS adaptive algorithm
Filtering / Adaptive Filters
The Block LMS Filter block implements an adaptive least mean-square (LMS) filter,
where the adaptation of filter weights occurs once for every block of samples. The block
estimates the filter weights, or coefficients, needed to minimize the error,
e(n), between the output signal,
y(n), and the desired signal,
d(n). Connect the signal you want to filter to
the Input port. The input signal can be a scalar or a column vector. Connect the signal
you want to model to the
Desired port. The desired signal must have
the same data type, complexity, and dimensions as the input signal. The
Output port outputs the filtered input signal. The
Error port outputs the result of subtracting the output signal
from the desired signal.
The block calculates the filter weights using the Block LMS adaptive filter algorithm. This algorithm is defined by the following equations.
The weight update function for the Block LMS adaptive filter algorithm is defined as
The variables are as follows.
The current time index
The iteration variable in each block,
The block number
The block size
The vector of buffered input samples at step n
The vector of filter-tap estimates at step n
The filtered output at step n
The estimation error at time n
The desired response at time n
The adaptation step size
Use the Filter length parameter to specify the length of the filter weights vector.
The Block size parameter determines how many samples of the input signal are acquired before the filter weights are updated. The number of rows in the input must be an integer multiple of the Block size parameter.
The adaptation Step-size (mu) parameter corresponds to µ in the equations. You can either specify a step-size using the input port, Step-size, or enter a value in the Block Parameters: Block LMS Filter dialog box.
Use the Leakage factor (0 to 1) parameter to specify the leakage factor, , in the leaky LMS algorithm shown below.
Enter the initial filter weights as a vector or a scalar in the Initial value of filter weights text box. When you enter a scalar, the block uses the scalar value to create a vector of filter weights. This vector has length equal to the filter length and all of its values are equal to the scalar value
When you select the Adapt port check box, an
Adapt port appears on the block. When the input to this port is
greater than zero, the block continuously updates the filter weights. When the input to
this port is zero, the filter weights remain at their current values.
When you want to reset the value of the filter weights to their initial values, use the Reset input parameter. The block resets the filter weights whenever a reset event is detected at the Reset port. The reset signal rate must be the same rate as the data signal input.
From the Reset input list, select
None to disable the Reset port. To enable the Reset port,
select one of the following from the Reset input list:
Rising edge— Triggers a reset operation when the Reset input does one of the following:
Rises from a negative value to a positive value or zero
Rises from zero to a positive value, where the rise is not a continuation of a rise from a negative value to zero (see the following figure).
Falling edge— Triggers a reset operation when the Reset input does one of the following:
Falls from a positive value to a negative value or zero
Falls from zero to a negative value, where the fall is not a continuation of a fall from a positive value to zero (see the following figure)
Either edge— Triggers a reset operation when the Reset input is a
Rising edgeor
Falling edge(as described above)
Non-zero sample— Triggers a reset operation at each sample time that the Reset input is not zero
Select the Output filter weights check box to create a
Wts port on the block. For each iteration, the block outputs the
current updated filter weights from this port.
- Filter length
Enter the length of the FIR filter weights vector.
- Block size
Enter the number of samples to acquire before the filter weights are updated. The number of rows in the input must be an integer multiple of the Block size.
- Specify step-size via
Dialogto enter a value for mu in the Block parameters: LMS Filter dialog box. Select
Input portto specify mu using the Step-size input port.
- Step-size (mu)
Enter the step-size. Tunable (Simulink).
- Leakage factor (0 to 1)
Enter the leakage factor, . Tunable (Simulink).
- Initial value of filter weights
Specify the initial values of the FIR filter weights.
- Adapt port
Select this check box to enable the Adapt input port.
- Reset port
Select this check box to enable the Reset input port.
- Output filter weights
Select this check box to export the filter weights from the Wts port.
Hayes, M. H. Statistical Digital Signal Processing and Modeling. New York: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
Supported Data Types
|Supported Data Types
See Also
|Fast Block LMS Filter
|DSP System Toolbox
|Kalman Adaptive Filter (Obsolete)
|DSP System Toolbox
|LMS Filter
|DSP System Toolbox
|RLS Filter
|DSP System Toolbox
See Noise Cancellation in Simulink Using Normalized LMS Adaptive Filter for related information.
Extended Capabilities
C/C++ Code Generation
Generate C and C++ code using Simulink® Coder™.
Generated code relies on the
memcpy or
memset function (
string.h) under certain
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The six years since the global economic crisis have seen people and countries struggle. Things are getting better and the world is recovering, but the wealthiest people in the world have done exceptionally well, says Oxfam. The rate of economic inequality is getting worse around the world, and something needs to be done immediately to prevent future problems, says the organization's new report Even it Up: Time to End Extreme Inequality.
Increasing inequality poses a problem to all people, especially the poor. There is evidence that connects high economic inequality with low social mobility. If the world wants to be serious about ending extreme poverty, changes must be made to make it easier, not harder, for people to shed poverty for good. The problem is not just concentrated in developing countries. In the United States, roughly half of children born into low-income households will grow up to have low-income households of their own.
"The extreme inequalities in incomes and assets we see in much of the world today harms our economies, our societies, and undermines our politics," says Nobel Prize winning economist Joseph Stiglitz, in the report. "Whilst we should all worry about this it is of course the poorest who suffer most, experiencing not just vastly unequal outcomes in their lives, but vastly unequal opportunities too."
Wealth is so concentrated that the richest 85 people in the world have as much money as the poorest 50%. Their wealth keeps growing. According to Oxfam the top 85 saw their collective wealth grow by $668 mill a day over the last year. By taxing the 1,654 billionaires in the world 1.5% of their wealth, some $74 billion could be raised each year.
Increasing taxes is only one of nine recommendations issued by the report. To end extreme inequality, Oxfam recommends:
- Governments should make ending inequality a top priority;
- Decrease the gender wage gap;
- Increase the minimum wage;
- Tax people for wealth, capital and income; not labor and consumption;
- Eliminate tax loopholes for the rich;
- Universal free health and education by 2020;
- Decrease prices of medicines through research and development reforms;
- Universal and permanent social safety nets;
- Spend development dollars on ending inequality
The Even it Up campaign, launched by the report, will work to see that the recommendations are implemented by governments. Oxfam told Humanosphere it will organize events, in places like Washington D.C., to keep the conversation going. It will also lean on the United States to end tax avoidance and the use of offshore tax havens, by supporting corporate tax transparency, while at the G20 meetings in Australia.
Then there is the minimum wage. Oxfam will call on the US to raised the federal minimum wage to $10.10 an hour. Enacting such a change would immediately give more than 25 million U.S. workers a raise. It is also bound to meet some political opposition that is likely to increase. Next week's mid-term elections are expected to see the Republican party attain control of both legislative bodies, the House and the Senate. Members of the party have been less than enthusiastic about the idea of raising taxes and the minimum wage.
"I'm tired of hearing about the minimum wage," said New Jersey governor Chris Christie in a keynote speech at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. "I really am. I don't think there's a mother or a father sitting around the kitchen table tonight in America saying, 'You know, honey, if our son or daughter could just make a higher minimum wage, my God, all of our dreams would be realized. Is that what parents aspire to for our children?"
Oxfam is betting that talking about inequality will bring more people to their side of the argument. It is buoyed by the fact that half of Americans told a Pew survey that they think that the gap between rich and poor is a big problem.
"We sincerely believe that many poor and rich people alike will join our effort to fight inequality so that everyone has the opportunity to get ahead," said Laura Rusu, Oxfam America Press Officer, to Humanosphere.
"We are joining a groundswell of voices, such as billionaires like Warren Buffet, venture capitalist Nick Hanauer, economists like Joseph Stiglitz and Jeffrey Sachs, faith leaders like the Pope, the heads of institutions like Christine Lagarde of the IMF, and millions of ordinary people, to demand that leaders tackle extreme inequality before it is too late."


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Hydro-deoxygenation of Octanol over Supported Bimetallic Catalysts
Perambuduri, R (2015) Hydro-deoxygenation of Octanol over Supported Bimetallic Catalysts. Masters thesis, Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad.
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Now-a-days, utilization of fuel is increasing day by day and sources are gradually decreasing. By using these crude fuels, emission of chlorofluorocarbons and products which are hazardous to environment are also increasing. Because of the decrease in sources of energy, the cost of energy fuels are increasing. Thus, it is necessary to look for alternative sources which can minimize the above mentioned problems. Fuels from renewable sources have drawn a considerable attention in recent years as these sources are environmental friendly. Bio mass can be considered as carbon dioxide neutral because using bio mass means recycling mobile carbon instead of liberating fixed carbon from combustion of fossil fuels. For example, bio fuels like bio-oil, ethanol, methanol, biodiesel can be produced from renewable sources and they have gained popularity due to their sustainability, low contributions to the carbon cycle, and low production of greenhouse gases. Specifically the oxygen content of bio-oils is a limitation for utilisation as transport fuel since the high oxygen content of bio-oils causes high viscosity, poor thermal and chemical stability, corrosivity and immiscibility with hydrocarbon fuels.
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Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area is located directly across the street from the Downtown Disney Area, a world-class entertainment-shopping-dining district. At the resort you can dine with Disney Characters for breakfast on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Staying at this Lake Buena Vista hotel your a quick complimentary shuttle ride from or to the Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.
Restaurants & Bars
Room amenities include air conditioning, bath amenities, telephone, work desk, lamp, in-room safe, mini refrigerator, television, alarm clock, voicemail, hairdryer, coffee/tea maker, iron, and ironing board.
Lakeview Restaurant - The Lakeview Restaurant features fine cuisine and a relaxing atmosphere with beautiful lake front views. The restaurant is home to the famous Disney Character Breakfast Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Open for breakfast and dinner.
Sundial - If you're in the mood for something light, quick and casual, Sundial 24-7 has a wide assortment of self-serve food and beverage items to choose from. Conveniently located on the Lobby Level and open 24 hours a day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Oasis Bar & Grill - This poolside Bar and Grill features great food and beverages guests can enjoy while relaxing in the Florida sun. The Oasis is perfect for casual outdoor dining! Open for lunch and dinner.
Eclipse Lounge - The Eclipse Bar is located on the Lobby Level and is a great place to meet for cocktails before your evening starts or after your day ends. The Eclipse is also a great place to catch the big game.
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Rotorua Rugby Park speedway (for
one event)
Return to
NZ Speedways
Back in 2006 a Graeme Frost in Adelaide emailed and asked why Rotorua Rugby Park was not listed on the web site list of NZ Speedways. He sent scans of the front cover of the program which showed indeed a meeting was held there and the drivers included Bob Tattersall and Bob Andrews amongst the solo riders.
It is an example of how small the world is. Graeme got the program from someone in America, possibly because of the Tattersall connection. I contacted Gordon McIsaac, the Guru of NZ speedway records and he said yes indeed, one meeting was held there in the 1965/66 season, and suggested I contact Reece Facoory who was the track manager.
Reece remembered it well. Harley Arthur was running the Spring's at the time and had Tattersall over here, so wanted to get the best value by running as many meetings as possible with him as the star attraction.
Reece remembers finances were a little stretched at the time and that he and Harley went down to Rotorua and spent several days getting the track ready and doing the promotion. To save money they both spent the first night sleeping in their car! That proved a little rough so the next night it was into a motel.
Many truck loads of pumice was dumped and smoothed but not smooth enough! Tattersall was heard to remark, "God dam it! when the car in front disappears down a hole so you can't see him, then the track is too dam rough." But the meeting was held and included TQ's, solo's and midgets.
Further meetings for stock cars were
held in 1966/67, 1967/68 and 1968/69 before the Rotorua Stock Car Club
opened their own track at Paradise Valley in December 1970. Graham McLachlan
reports that he competed there in an Auckland team against the Rotorua team.
Laurie Neill was the promoter and Graham reports that the track was more
rectangular than oval as it was laid around the rugby field.
Bruce Nicholson sent in this piece to include.
Hi, I see you have a short piece about the old rugby park speedway. I think the first stockcar meeting may have been late in 1966. John Lind who was the owner of Kimbolton garage in Fielding was the first promoter and the driving force behind getting it up and running. I was one of the drivers who made it out for the first night and drove the old number six car that Graham Handisides drove with much success in Palmerston North. This car belonged to John Lind and we got the use of it for the cost of hauling it up to Rotorua and fixing it. I worked part time for Matamata Salvage Co and they agreed to give me a paint job and use of their workshop, Tony Baker took over the driving duties after me and was also very successful. His brother Ross also had a mark one Zephyr on the first night.
Photo below shows
Australian visitor Aub Swinton in his TQ at Rotorua. Aub died in November
2007. Photo supplied by Ivan Turnbull.


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The Library Along with the museum, there is also a library and video library at Villa dei Cedri. It collects books and archive materials on art from the 19th century to the present day and focuses in particular on the Ticino and Lombardy areas, while also embracing an international focus on contemporary art. In addition, the library aims to gather useful materials for research into the artistic environment and activities in the region. The collection also documents all the exhibitions and artists exhibited at Villa dei Cedri since its opening in 1985.
The library's holdings cover every discipline related to modern and contemporary art and range
from museums to auctions, from the history of art in general to more specific fields such as graphic design and photography.
The library currently counts:
- about 7,000 catalogued volumes, including numerous monographs on artists;
- a collection of about 2000 titles that are currently being catalogued;
- about forty reviews in French, Italian or German;
- approximately 200 archive files on modern and contemporary Swiss and international artists.
The library catalogue of the Villa dei Cedri Museum can be consulted via the Sistema bibliotecario ticinese (Sbt): https://www.sbt.ti.ch/sbt/.
The Children's library The Villa dei Cedri children's library, founded in 1995, plays an important role in the region: It is the only library specifically dedicated to art books for young people. In a relaxed atmosphere, children and teenagers have access to approximately 600 volumes in total. They are divided into age categories and contain stories and historical accounts. They can also be consulted by parents, teachers, event organizers and other adults, who will find lots of didactic and educational ideas regarding pictures and art.
Advice and information
The library is a reference library, which is accessible during business hours and only by appointment. You can borrow the books from the Bellinzona Cantonal Library.
Contacts : +41 (0)58 203 17 30 or email@example.com
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Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio and One Direction bandmember Harry Styles have something in common. Well, two things, actually: an appreciation for the 1D song "What Makes You Beautiful," and a love of heeled booties.
At a campaign stop in New Hampshire on Monday, Rubio appeared wearing incredibly fashionable, incredibly well-heeled black leather ankle boots that are sure to feed those rumors about his extravagant spending habits. The boots — which we think are either these Giorgio Brutini boots or these Margiela ones — look a lot like a pair favored by Styles, albeit with slightly less pilgrim flair.
Conveniently, that style is called a Cuban heel, because Marco Rubio is on-brand from head to toe.


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Illinois Public Media expanding education efforts to better serve teachers and families during COVID-19 outbreak
As schools around Illinois and across the country close in response to COVID-19, Illinois Public Media is ramping up our commitment to helping children of all ages learn at home. This effort to better serve teachers and parents includes a number of educational offerings across multiple platforms, supporting at-home learning for students ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade.
"As educators, students, families, and caregivers work through these challenges, Illinois Public Media is fulfilling its mission by ensuring that all children have access to free educational resources at home, or wherever they receive care and teaching instruction," said Moss Bresnahan, CEO and president of Illinois Public Media.
Beginning today, March 30, WILL-TV (channel 12.1) is presenting a new daytime lineup of educational programming tailored to students Pre-K through 5th grade. Families can count on award-winning PBS KIDS programs geared towards 3- to 7-year-old children from 6 a.m. until noon, 4- to 8-year-old children from noon to 3 p.m., and 6 to 12-year-old children until 5 p.m.
Bresnahan believes an important benefit of broadcasting this educational content is to help bridge the digital divide by providing equitable access to learning for all students at home. "WILL-TV's ability to deliver curriculum-based programming into the homes of students impacted by statewide school closures will support the efforts of educators to reduce the loss of instruction time, regardless of access to broadband or devices."
Illinois Public Media also plans to launch a block of at-home educational programs specifically tailored toward older students, 6th through 12th grade, on WILL-TV Create/World (channel 12.3). That schedule will be finalized in the coming weeks in consultation with local school districts.
"WILL-TV was founded more than 50 years ago to be an educational resource for our community, and our community needs us now, more than ever," said Kimberlie Kranich, director of engagement and educational outreach at Illinois Public Media. "And during this difficult, unprecedented time, we recognize the importance of continuing the educational experience by providing access to free educational resources to those students and families at home."
Families can find online resources, including free games and apps, on-demand videos, printable PDFs, and articles for parents supporting the at-home learning effort at will.illinois.edu/athomelearning. Similarly, all programs presented during this time of at-home learning have associated learning materials available for download on PBS Learning Media—an online library of thousands of curated free, standards-aligned videos, interactives, and lesson plans specifically designed for teachers and students.
Additionally, Illinois Public Media is partnering with Champaign Unit 4 Schools to ensure local families are made aware the programs and resources offered and how to access them. As the COVID-19 response continues to evolve, we will continue our efforts to reach out to other districts and educational organizations to bring this content into more homes across central Illinois, free of charge.
"The partnership between WILL and local school districts highlights our state's ability to work together to meet the needs of our children, no matter the circumstances. Together, we can help meet the educational needs of all children during this critical time," said Bresnahan.
This programming change will pre-empt normal broadcast schedules. Please visit will.illinois.edu/athomelearning for more information on Illinois Public Media's efforts to support at-home learning during the COVID-19 outbreak, including updated TV schedules.
As always, WILL KIDS 24/7 (channel 12.2) provides 24/7 access to favorites, such as Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Arthur, Pinkalicious and Peterrific, Wild Kratts, Odd Squad, and many others. Families can also stream WILL KIDS 24/7 live on pbskids.org and through the PBS KIDS Video App.


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The "red meats" are probably the most controversial of the food categories It is very clear that an excess of meat in the diet can cause all kinds of problems from the high amounts of fat and sodium, and likely from excess protein as well. The saturated fat concentration is probably the worst aspect of meat. But many doctors and other people believe that they have to eat red meats for a balanced diet?that without the protein and iron from meat, they will be undernourished. Eating meat does make it a little easier to obtain these nutrients, but the negative aspects of beef and other cultivated red meats, I believe, outweigh the positive, especially when meat is eaten at all regularly. I personally have chosen not to eat red meats, and many more health-oriented people are making that same choice.
|Red Meats
The cow-steer-cattle family is what most people think when we say "meat." We will call this "beef," and most of our discussion refers to this flesh of the cattle, because that is the commonly consumed meat, though in some cultures lamb or pork is more common. Meat is basically the muscles of these animals. The organs such as the liver and heart are usually referred to by their specific name or as organ meats.
There are many parts of the steer that are commonly eaten. They all provide a high amount of complete protein, as these muscle meats are very close in makeup to human protein. Meats, then, probably supply the best mixture of the amino acids to build human tissues. But the different cuts of meat may vary greatly in their fat content, and this is, again, the greatest concern with meat. If eating meat, it is wise to eat more of the leaner cuts, such as flank or round steak, rump or chuck roasts, lean ground beef or stew meat, veal cutlets, or sirloin steaks, at the higher end. The richer and fattier meats also tend to have the richer flavor, as it is the fats, especially the saturated ones, that tend to add flavor to these foods. T-bone and porterhouse steaks, ribs, rib roast, brisket, pork chops, and ham are higher in fats, about 35?5 percent; this may vary somewhat depending on the grade of meat?choice, prime, or good. The good grades usually contain less fat, which can make them a little less tender. The higher-grade meats are usually fattened on special foods just before they are slaughtered to make them more flavorful and tender, as well as higher priced. The highest-fat meats are the processed ones, such as bacon, lunch meat, canned hams, and salami. These "foods" also usually have very high sodium levels and chemical additives, such as nitrates, which may add further dangers.
Besides the protein, fat, and calories in the meats, there are many other nutrients. The iron content is very good and more usable by our body than iron from any other source. Zinc and selenium are found in some meats. The B vitamins are in fairly good levels, especially hard-to-get vitamin Bit. Niacin, folic acid, thiamine, and pantothenic acid are also found in most meats. Vitamin A levels are only moderate though very high in liver. Vitamin E and D are minimal. Potassium and phosphorus are the highest of the other minerals. The low amount of calcium makes the calcium-phosphorus ratio of meats another concern in terms of the health of our bones and kidneys. Sodium is also found in larger amounts than in other foods, but if meat is unsalted, it is not very high.
Beef or calf liver is known to be one of the most concentrated sources of nutrition available. The liver, though, may concentrate chemicals and other pollutants as well, since it handles much of the body's detoxification in humans and animals. Liver is fairly low in fat and high in protein. It is very high in pre-formed vitamin A?eight ounces of liver have 100,000 IUs, which may cause some side effects, though this is rare with infrequent intake. The vitamin By level is also the highest of any food. Other B vitamins, such as riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pyridoxine (B6), biotin, and colic acid, are also high. Many of the minerals are very good, too, such as iron, zinc, copper, chromium, selenium, potassium, phosphorus, and sodium. Liver is often suggested as a medicinal food for anemia or fatigue because of its high iron and blood-building nutrients.
Other organs, such as tongue, heart, brains, and kidneys, are occasionally consumed by people with a taste for those things. These organs usually have a higher vitamin and mineral content than do the muscles, but they are not nearly as concentrated as liver.
Another red meat consumed fairly commonly, especially in the Middle Eastern countries, lamb is similar to beef in its nutrient makeup and high protein content, and is said biblically to be the closest to human flesh. Its fat content is about midway between that of the richer and the leaner cuts of beef.
Pork comes from pigs and is eaten by many cultures since the first fragrant burnings of pigs caught in the barn fire. Pig muscles?that is, pork?are similar to beef and lamb in their content of protein, fat and other nutrients. However, the cured pork products, such as ham and bacon, have very high sodium levels and contain other additives, making them foods to be avoided. Also, pork may more easily become infected with bacteria and parasites. It should be refrigerated at all times until it is cooked very well before being eaten.
In general, all meats need to be refrigerated and cooked. The high amount of fats can rapidly lead to spoilage at room temperature. Steak tartare (raw), as served in some restaurants, should be very fresh. Uncooked meat should not even sit in the refrigerator for more than two Day s. It is best frozen until ready for use. The meats can be used in a variety of ways?roasted, baked, fried, broiled, made into stews with vegetables, in soups, and to flavor broth and sauces. There are many kinds of meat dishes, and different cultures use meats differently. In Western countries, large pieces of meat are eaten as the main part of a meal, while in Asian cultures, most meals contain some meat, but in a small portion compared to the vegetables and rice. Meat foods are really not meant to be a staple in the diet.
There are many philosophical and health reasons for not consuming modern meats, at least in large amounts. The main problem is that meat cultivated toDay is not like the wild animals on which our ancestors lived. First, they used meat for feasts and special occasions, not as a main food. Also, the free-ranging animals such as deer, moose, bison, and cattle had a much lower fat content than present-Day animals. They lived naturally only on vegetation and were not force-fed on lots of grains with less activity. These practices have greatly increased the fat content of animals from about 5 percent with only 2-3 percent saturated fats (cattle have slightly more) to the modern-Day levels of five or six times that. These extra amounts of fat in cultivated meats may make the difference, especially in a less active culture, between disease and health.
Also, like chicken, cattle nowaDay s live in close quarters and may be fed more food and more stimulants and antibiotics to prevent infection. Hormones were used commonly for many years, but they are hopefully being reduced due to new laws. And the meat we call veal comes from poor little imprisoned baby cows whose lack of activity keeps their muscles weak, undeveloped, and very tender. They are fed an iron-deficient slosh to keep them anemic, which also makes their muscles (meat) white.
Wild game, such as venison and rabbit, tend to be lower in fats and possibly more healthy to eat because they tend to graze and eat naturally. But then, if we want these we often need, as in olden times, to go out and hunt them.
This is not a serious attempt at building an emotional case against the eating of meat. I am trying to provide a logical understanding of eating in general from a sensible and balanced point of view?and to provide information to help make the right choices.
The medical concerns over beef include increased cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and atherosclerosis. This may lead to coronary artery disease and heart attacks or strokes. Vegetarians usually have much lower levels of cholesterol and triglycerides than meat eaters and also have less atherosclerosis and heart disease. Circulating fats tend to increase arterial plaque formation. Vegetarians also tend to have lower blood pressure. In some epidemiological studies with Seventh-Day Adventists who eat a vegetarian diet, they show a decreased death rate from heart disease and an increased longevity. If they do develop heart disease, it is about ten years later than the average population. Other factors, such as exercise, stress, sugar, and salt in the diet or the eating of more natural foods may also affect these statistics.
Cancer rates are increased with the higher amounts of dietary fats, which many studies relate particularly to colon, rectal, and breast cancer, though the risk of other types of cancer is probably increased as well. The American diet averages over 40 percent fat, much of this the saturated variety. Dietary changes may reduce cancer risks. High-meat diets may also influence kidney disease and osteoporosis, two other very serious diseases of aging.
Overall, the best way to use meat in the diet is to apply the following principles:
- Eat meat only in moderation. This means less meat than the average Arnerican now eats. Try more vegetarian dishes.
- When eating meats, try the leaner cuts. For most cuts, trim the excess fat.
- Especially avoid all the cured meats, such as bacon, ham, lunch meat, sausage, and franks, because of their higher fat content, high amounts of sodium, and cancer-causing chemicals such as nitrates. Chemical-free turkey franks and soy franks are now available as substitutes.
- When using meats, try them as smaller parts of other dishes, such as casseroles and big salads, or cooked with vegetables such as onions, garlic, carrots, or greens. This helps the meat go a long way in both cost and health.
- Add more fish to the diet in place of red-meat dishes. This will help cut cholesterol and fats and protect us from cardiovascular diseases.
- Increase intake of some of the anticancer and disease-protecting nutrients, such as zinc, vitamin E, vitamin C, beta-carotene, and selenium.
- Eat more fiber foods, such as whole grains and vegetables. This also balances our diet and is protective against the degenerating diseases.
- Exercise regularly.
- Do not use meat as a dietary staple. If it is consumed, use it as a special treat or celebration.
- It is not necessary to eat meat at Al. Try going without it for a month and see how you feel.


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15 May 2015 ● Hindi ● 2 hrs 31 mins
Cast: Anushka Sharma, Karan Johar, Ranbir Kapoor
Crew: Anurag Kashyap (Director), Rajeev Ravi (Director of Photography), Amit Trivedi (Music Director), Mikey McCleary (Music Director)
Rating: U/A (India)
Genres: Crime, Drama, History, Thriller
Release Dates: 15 May 2015 (India)
Hindi Name: बॉम्बे वेलवेट
These days the movies which deserve the right kind of appreciation fails to get it due to the power of internet, sometimes people fail to look in to something different and run towards the obvious. This kills the very fact of appreciation for good work. Wonder what is that everyone is looking in a film, people statements goes likes this "There's no story…" , "The actress looked weird in that character….", "Screenplay was not tight….", "Look at the camera angle…I don't feel it's right"……..Wait right there!!!! Story is the travel of the writing if the travel is approaching a destination there's story in it…, That actress is suppose to look like that for character she can't use her assets all the time on screen…., Tight screenplay what you want to do with it being tight???….Camera angle..have you seen yourself in an angle???. ….Sorry guys have to lash out like this sick and tired of these baseless statements, when these comments are thrown on a well made film it break my heart. "Bombay Velvet" is a piece of work which has been put together which utmost taste.
Anurag Kashyap is one of a kind who presses that nerve of the Bollywood, which hurts the most…because that nerve is gone so numb when someone steps on it, it awakens with curiosity, wondering how this guy does it. His movies are always in news, controversies and always something to do with it's release. In Bombay Velvet he portrayed the 60's in it's grandeur format. The movie is quite long, when the movie is long keeping it together for the entire runtime is a task, the way it has been narrated here is niche. It travels at a very relaxed pace with registering every character in your mind, even the smallest character will be remembered after watching the movie, now that's where we can say a Director makes his stand as a filmmaker.
Ranbir Kapoor, didn't have a good start with ROY, but BV will make it up for that more than he lost. He is a perfect example of his Grandfather. A actor who can change it's color based on the character and gel in without any difficulty. Ranbir says he's a big fan of "Charlie Chaplin" you can see some traits of that in this character. With pencil mustache, over grown curls, skinny body…makes this character tailor made for him "Johnny Balraj". The transformation from "Balraj" to "Johnny Balraj" was smooth. The innocence of "Barfi" is wrapped with "Balraj's" wickedness. He charms in every shade he appears, he carries the character really well with great dedication, you can picture him in many roles he could play from our Hollywood brothers. Johnny Balraj a.k.a Ranbir makes a deadly presence on screen.
Anushka Sharma, the entire world was behind her lip job, which was done for this particular movie. We'll it didn't look bad at all, like she said it's temporary for the role and it did justice to that. Now I'm honored to welcome the voice of Bombay Velvet "Rosie Noronha" , the layers of the character "Rosie" are innate and those layers were unfolded with utmost caution. I heard people she over did the singer part, that part requires over acting cuz she's portraying a stage artist not a film artist.
The show stopper of Bombay Velvet is "Kaizad Khambata" played by Karan Johar. His flamboyance in real life takes a wicked turn in BV. Never thought a filmmaker who makes cheesy love stories can portray a character like Khambata. His wicked laugh is the best in recent times, he steals the show with his unexpected performance. Every trait of that character spells wicked. The attitude was right on dot, and is bold coming out of the closet that a gangster could be Gay too!!..no offense intended. He pulls off Khambata with finesse. Karan Johar makes a impactful debut which will be remembered forever.
The supporting cast was well chosen with Kay Kay menon playing the ballsy cop of those days, Manish Choudhary(Jimmy) and Siddhartha Basu(Romi) make a commendable appearance in their respective characters. Vivaan Shah as "Tony, Noronha's chauffeur" had a small role but he makes it big by his simple yet noticeable performance. Another character to look for is Satyadeep Misra as "Chimman, Balraj's friend", he did a great job and stood well with his co-characters.
The movie is lush in set design which were created to suit the period in Sri Lanka. The color and feel of the movie gives a great feeling taking you through the time. The movie has one peculiar trait that is it's sound design, which is mind blowing, never till date heard a mix like that, main reason no one have tried that yet cuz it was recorded at 96 KHz instead the usual 48KHz in Dolby Atmos. You'll understand the difference when you feel it yourself.
The sound was well complimented by spectacular score by Amit Trivedi, the background becomes a character itself in the movie, it did great wonders and suits the mood of the flick.
The cinematography was astounding, Rajeev Rai captured every detail with perfection, the movie had a the same effect as any Hollywood gangsta flick. There is this one particular scene involving "Tommy Gun" that was spectacular, blows you away with exceptional camera and sound work. The long run time was well edited with sharp cuts and mellow transitions by Academy Award winner Thelma Schoonmaker in assciation with Prerna Saigal.
Anurag gave an ode to Hollywood gangster movies with Bombay Velvet and proved that films of this calibre can be made by Bollywood too, "it takes one to inspire and another to criticize".
Bombay Velvet is a work of passion which will go on shelves remembered for many periods of cinema, film-making at it's finest which leaves you in awe. It's visual brilliance topped with artistic approach transports you to that period itself. Worth a watch, don't listen to the negatives…decide for yourself!!!
Bombay Velvet Review: Direction
Anurag Kashyap is one of the finest dark film makers.He said that he wanted to enter into mainstream cinema with Bombay Velvet.Let's see whats the result.
Bombay Velvet is a beautiful mixture of thrill, drama, romance and action.The film is slow at the start but it picks up pace soon.Showcasing a street fighter passion, anger and struggle, Anurag Kashyap wins you with the tale.It is a story of ambition, love, greed and music.No other director would be able to pull this off other than Kashyap.Only he can think out of the box.Screenplay is superb as always for Anurag films.Editing should have been tighter.Some scenes should have been avoided which were repetitive and make no difference to the actual story.
Technically film is brilliant having stunning visuals.It is not easy to recreate the Bombay of 1960's.Kudos to the technical staff.The music by Amit Trevedi may have not become popular but it will grow rapidly after the film.He has composed some melodious compositions which will be remembered for a long time.A treat for Jazz lovers.A special mention for background score which lifts many scenes in the film.
Bombay Velvet Review: Star Performances
Ranbir Kapoor as always steals the show with his unmissable act.He will make you breath Johnny Balraj.He once again proved that he can off any kind of role.Outstanding.
Anushka Sharama is riding high on the success of his films PK & NH 10 and also the critical appreciation she received for those films.She continues her good form and delivers an excellent performance.
Karan Johar is the surprise package in Bombay Velvet.He looks calm and cool as a business tycon.He redefine the villains in Bollywood.Surely debut of the year.
In the supporting cast Kay Kay Menon and Sidharth Basu are brilliant as always.Vivan Shah looks cool too.


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Today I am sharing my project I shared with my team over this weekend & it is the perfect fit for the theme of Easter. I have had a sampler on my list of to-do's for ages and I finally got around to making this Easter / Spring inspired 12 x 12 layout.
Cards are always my go-to makes, but this was such a fun way to play with lots of stamp sets from both the Main and Spring/Summer Catalogue showcasing all the great spring and Easter sets we have on offer. I will certainly be making more of these, wouldn't they make such a great gift?
The colours I have used are all of the following within the frame including inks, cardstock, blends, and accessories.
The stamp sets I have used are Floral Statements, Daisy Delight, Southern Serenade, Beautiful Bouquet, You're Inspiring, Hello Easter & Sweet Little Something, along side the Large Letter Framelits.
All the coloured squares are 3-7/8″. The four corners have a Whisper White inside panel which measures 3-6/8″. The main centre panel is also 3-7/8 wide and 11-7/8″ long, with a Whisper White inside panel of 3-6/8″ x 11-6/8″. On each of the squares I have added either twine, washi tape or ribbon for added texture and of course a few little touches of Gold Glimmer and Iridescent sequins for added sparkle.
If you would like to see the middle panel being made then you can catch up on my FB Live, as I recreated this and turn this idea into a card. You can watch it HERE. If you would also like to join in with the Easter Inspired challenge then you can play along with the Global Design Project #GDP131 HERE
That's all from me today, hope you have a fabulous week and I shall be back soon.


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Hope you guys and gals are having a great Friday! I decided to change my look a bit today. In fact, I'm not sure how I could have changed it more as I slicked back my hair, wore pants (I don't do that a lot!), didn't wear a necklace and forgot my engagement ring (by accident!).
So, today's look is alll…"Business in the front….but party in the back". Actually…the party in the back I'm referring to is that I've lost the ombre and went back to my original red hair. Or as original as a box of Revlon hair color could make it. It's still a bit brighter than my original hair color…but I like that too.
This suit is one of my faves – always garners a lot of compliments…especially from men. Guess they appreciate a good suit! I like that it's understated and simple but crisp.
Why does one feel just a bit more self-important when buttoning up a suit jacket? I feel a little bit more "in charge" in this suit. Often when I wear my normal attire (think something pink, frilly or girly) I feel a little bit vulnerable. This suit is like a piece of armor. I'm a powerhouse…and I'm coming your way.
The suit is by JCREW and even though I purchased it a few years ago, I highly recommend their current line of suits and business wear. Their stretch wool suits are particularly fine. Check them out here!
What I'm Wearing:
- Suit: JCREW
- Button up Shirt: Banana Republic
- Heels: Kate Spade
- Bag: Kate Spade
- Scarf accent: Cejon
- Sunnies: Franco Sarto
Hope you have a great weekend! Xoxo..Cortneybre…
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Most students exposed to school-based food commercialism
Most students in elementary, middle and high schools are exposed to food commercialism (including exclusive beverage contracts and the associated incentives, profits and advertising) at school, although there has been a decrease in beverage vending, according to a study by Yvonne Terry-McElrath, M.S.A., of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and colleagues.
Schools are desirable marketing areas for food and beverage companies, although many of the products marketed to students are nutritionally poor, according to the study background.
Researchers estimated exposure to school-based commercialism for elementary, middle and high school students from 2007 to 2012 using a survey of school administrators.
The percentage of students attending schools with exclusive beverage contracts (EBCs), incentive programs and profits (money from beverage sales) decreased from 2007 to 2012 for all grades. By 2012, 2.9 percent of elementary school students attended schools with EBCs compared with 10.2 percent in 2007; 49.5 percent of middle school and 69.8 percent of high school students attended schools with EBCs in 2012 compared with rates of 67.4 percent and 74.5 percent, respectively, in 2007. For food vending, 24.5 percent of middle school and 51.4 percent of high school students attended schools with company-sold food vending, the results indicate.
Study findings also show that fast food was available to students at least once a week in 2012 in schools attended by 10.2 percent of elementary students, 18.3 percent of middle school students and 30.1 percent of high school students.
Overall, food coupons were the most frequent type of commercialism for 63.7 percent of elementary schools students. For middle and high school students, EBCs were most prevalent in schools, with 49.5 percent of middle school and 69.8 percent of high school students attending schools with EBCs, according to the study.
"Although there were significant decreases over time in many of the measures examined, the continuing high prevalence of school-based commercialism supports calls for, at minimum, clear and enforceable standards on the nutritional content of all foods and beverages marketed to youth in school settings," the authors conclude.
More information: JAMA Pediatr. Published online January 13, 2014. DOI: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2013.4521


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I remember visiting my college last year. I was walking on the campus with some friends, just taking it all in, when we ran into this extremely peppy, extremely overbearing girl. She asked us, "Are you guys going to be students here next year?" Expecting to make a new friend, we responded, "Yeah. We are. How about you?" This girl, completely ignoring our question, goes into this long rant about how she took a year off. "It was the best year of my life. It was amazing. I think everybody should take a year off. We did so many interesting things…" and on and on she went. She practically forced all of us to give her our emails so she could us send more information about what she did. She was like one of those missionaries that go door-to-door to convert you, and all you want to do is slam the door in her face. I can't tell you how put off I was. This girl was awful. She almost convinced me not to take a year off. Luckily, I was already thinking about it way before I had the unfortunate experience of meeting her. So learning from her, I'm not going to tell you that everybody should take a year off, or that my "bridge year" was the best decision of my life; because truthfully, that's not true.
Taking a year off, or in GCY lingo, a "bridge year", is an alternate path. I'm not going to say it's better, because how can I say that taking a year off is better than going straight to college, when I chose one over the other. In my opinion, taking a year off is different for each person. People go straight to college and love it. People go straight to college and hate it. People take gap years and regret it. And then there are people, me included, who take gap years and treasure it. And on top of that, if you do take a year off, who's to say that going abroad is the best choice? And who's to say that GCY is the best program? I really believe all these decisions are personal, and for you, not your parents, not your friends, not GCY, and not me, to decide. The best thing I can do for you is tell you about my experience and why I enjoyed it so much.
When I applied to GCY, I actually didn't think I would do it. And when I got accepted, I turned them down. It wasn't until months later did I change my mind. I said"no" because I thought I could create my own itinerary that would be better than GCY. I love planning and making order out of chaos. But when I sat down and thought about it, I realized that I definitely could not do this myself, both with planning and with finances. So I contacted GCY and they kindly accepted me back.
The following fall, the "US Training" in California began. I could not believe the things I learned there. I never knew about social entrepreneurship. I never knew about micro-financing. And I sure as hell never met the founder of KIVA or Room to Read. Stepping in, I felt like I was a kid living in a bubble. Stepping out, I felt like I had just taken a crash-course in global development. And by the send-off, I was pumped to go to Senegal and make a difference; building schools, educating kids, giving out medicine, doing anything and everything I could.
I was completely wrong. My experience in Senegal has been the exact opposite. Instead of me making a lasting impression on my community, my community has made a lasting impression on me. I'd like to believe that working at the local clinic, cleaning crazy injuries that leave you asking, "How in the world does that happen?!?!" or helping give vaccinations for illnesses that we never even think about, has made a big difference. But in reality, if I weren't there, the entire operation would keep on functioning. The best I can hope for is that I will have made a lasting impression on my family and my friends in Senegal by the time I leave. Living with my host family, speaking their language, learning the nuances of their culture, learning about issues that really hit at the hearts of the Senegalese; now that's what the experience has been about. And putting into words how rich of an experience that has been for me is impossible.
But not everything has been as "enlightening" and "eye-opening." Seven months is a long time and I have definitely had my fair share of homesickness. I thought of ways I could go back home without people thinking I chickened out. The best thing I could think of was breaking a rule and getting sent home. Who thinks like that? Apparently I do. I have also experienced long periods of complete frustration. I wanted to do so much, but I had no tools at my disposal. I didn't have the language skills and I didn't have the cultural know-how. That would come later. There have also been points where I felt bored to death. But as time went on, I have learned how to deal with the bad, and turn them into good.
Even now, I am making less of an impact on my community than I thought I would be, but learning more than I thought possible. I've learned not just about Senegalese culture, development, economics, health, myself and so on, but also how to think. Probably the most I've gotten out of the experience is not how to ask questions, but how to ask the right questions.
So the right question isn't whether you want to take a "bridge year" or not, but what kind? I have a friend that bought a ticket to Europe with no plan at all. I have a friend that worked for a software engineering company for six months and ran the Boston Marathon. I have a friend that worked on Capitol Hill. I have a friend that went to New Zealand to work with kiwi birds. But those were all the types of "bridge years" they wanted to take. If want a cultural exchange that teaches you more than just culture, that transforms not just your thinking, but you as a person, then you should consider GCY.
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Vaginal Mesh Complications MDL Progressing Smoothly
The vaginal mesh MDL is progressing smoothly, with recent appointments to enable the the huge litigation to run as efficiently as possible
Some background on the MDL: In February 2012, the U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation consolidated all of the federal lawsuits claiming complications from transvaginal mesh into an MDL located in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of West Virginia under Chief District Judge Joseph R. Goodwin. However, since there are four separate defendants (competing manufacturers of various vaginal mesh devices), the large MDL comprises four smaller MDLs, one for each defendant.
The four defendants are American Medical Systems (AMS), Boston Scientific, C.R. Bard and Ethicon/Gynecare, all of whom manufactured or distributed allegedly defective devices and were served with lawsuits by women claiming complications.
Co-lead counsel appointed
In the ongoing effort to efficiently coordinate proceedings in the MDL, three attorneys were appointed Coordinating Co-Lead Counsel for the entire litigation, and two lawyers were appointed Co-Lead Counsel for each of the four individual MDLs that comprise the larger litigation. The Coordinating Co-Lead Counsel are responsible for coordinating individual tasks within the MDL. The Co-Lead Counsel teams will speak on behalf of all plaintiffs during pretrial proceedings as well as responding to court inquiries, examining witnesses, and exploring settlement options.
In addition, Judge Goodwin has appointed a Plaintiffs' Steering Committee that includes more than 60 attorneys who will MDL lines to divide pretrial duties and coordinate discovery of evidence that is common to all cases.
FDA warns of vaginal mesh side effects
In 2011, the FDA issued a warning about serious side effects including erosion, protrusion, infections, pain, and bleeding, and warned that these complications are "not rare".
In addition, a recent Congressional report found that the devices were fast-tracked through the FDA's 510(k) process, which does not require clinical trials to prove a product is safe if the product is substantially similar to one already on the market, even though the devices precessors were recalled. This finding, along with the new FDA warning, is likely to strengthen any transvaginal mesh lawsuits, whether in or out of the MDL.
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As the Washington Capitals returned home to face the New York Islanders, they were likely pondering the 6 points out of a total 8 they earned on their recent road trip. That pondering may have led to some absent-minded play in the first period, but the Caps recovered in the second to put forward one of their strongest possession games of the season. But possession was exactly what Mike Green didn't have when his goof-up allowed the GWG for John Tavares.
Islanders beat Caps 3-2.
That was disappointing. Rough start, big comeback, and then one innocent goof costs the Caps the game. That was a very valuable pair of points the Caps let go. When the final standings show a margin of one or two points, remember how they bobbled off the blades of Mike Green back in late March. And then reach for an adult beverage.
But don't get down on the Caps though– this was a well-played game lost by a slim margin. That's hockey, the sport we usually love but tonight we hate.
P.S. Joe B and Locker in plaid over there sorta has an "early days of Monday Night Football" vibe to it, right? Only thing missing is, well, fedoras, scotch, and seething misogyny.
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I like Vernon Adams, Jr. as a quarterback. Matt covered Adams' aptitude at the position that is a compelling analysis. His game is not for everyone. He has plenty to clean up in his overall game. He also has to answer durability and size questions. I see a player whose footwork, poise and play-making in the pocket is poetic.
Not poetic as in beautiful or artistic. More in the cunning and chemistry. Initially when I watched Adams I likened his movement to that of a seasoned welterweight boxer whose movement sets up his offense. Counter steps, jab steps and dips of the shoulder are definitely a part of his arsenal.
There's is more to his pocket presence than that. He demonstrates an understanding that is uncanny. I believe it's best described in part of Rudyard Kipling's poem The Law of the Jungle:
For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf,
and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.
My head coach in junior college recited this to us often on game day. As a defensive player it makes sense. Swarm to the football in numbers, with emotion. On offense it's a little more abstract. Offensive production hinges on winning one on one match-ups across the board, making it easier for elite skill players to go off on their own and freestyle.
Vernon Adams, Jr. understands the two lines above completely. The fluid solutions he creates in the pocket to handle pressure come directly from his trust in the "pack", his offensive line. He also knows he can make his line better, or at least hide weaknesses as well. His offensive line understands this as well. It creates a unique pressure on a defense that erodes its confidence. Adams is able to regularly bide his time waiting for his receivers to uncover while keeping the integrity of the pocket:
Adams' strength is his offensive line yet he's also the strength of his line. Defenses are cautious to pressure for fear of his mobility although his mobility is what enables him to keep his eyes downfield and exploit coverage.
This is a quarterback who uses his linemen as a platform to manipulate defenses with his eyes and legs. He knows when to use each tool to accomplish the needed task.
One common trait among young quarterbacks is indecisiveness, especially in the red zone. Adams has lapses, but more often than not his poise shines through because he forces the defense to tip its hand by not compromising the honor of the pocket.
It's hard to cover receivers when you have a quarterback who creates time by staying alive in the pocket and choosing the windows to attack. Adams has the arm, the accuracy and the confidence to go toe to toe with a defense.
There is a lot of sizzle in Adams' pocket presence. There's also prime steak to his game. He has a grasp of when to take what the defense gives him and delegate the play making to someone else.
Because of his physical tools Adams will be typecast or compared to 'similar' quarterbacks over the past few seasons. He's a dynamic playmaker not strictly in the sense of his ability, but what he can do within an offense. He can extend plays with his legs.
Or he can extend plays with his mind.
Success as a professional athlete stems from improving upon your strengths and shoring up your weaknesses. Playing time is earned with regular displays of competence. Vernon Adams, Jr. is capable and adept at pulling the strings from the pocket. The team that bets on his development and gives him the tools to grow may have found a long term solution at their quarterback solution.
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songs for a requiem
I know this is a fairly morbid question, but what songs would you put together for a requiem? A friend of mine from college was killed in a car accident a few days ago and I am trying to focus my energies into doing something constructive, so I thought about making a memorial CD for him. I don't know if it will be just for me or if I'll give it to his family or what, but hopefully this will be cathartic. Any song suggestions?
Natasha aka candygirl :: MSCL.com
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Re: songs for a requiem
Sorry about your loss. I've never been to any funerals for anyone I knew much, just a second-cousin who I only met only a handful of times (we have a very big family).
Anyway, I've always thought that memorials and funerals should be a time to rejoice in the life that person lived, instead of lamenting in the loss. My mother tells me how when my grandmother died, she and her siblings sat around, crying, and telling jokes and funny stories about what they remembered about her.
So perhaps you can get together a list of that persons favorite songs. The ones that made him just cut loose and dance. Ones that meant something to that person. Instead of fitting the songs to the event (ie: memorial) which would me meaningless to the person, make it a cd of songs that person would love, that would put a smile on their face.
So I guess my suggestion is to match the person, not the event. And since I don't know the person, I can't really help out there.
"Your imagination, like a child, will explode with unrestrained possibilities for adventure."
I agree, it doesn't make sense to select songs about death, why would you ever want to listen to the CD. I like the idea of songs that the person enjoyed, or that you enjoyed together, or maybe it's a song you hate that they liked, that would put a smile on my face. More general songs would be ones that were playing at the time of the fondest memmories of that person, or songs that remind you of the way they lived their life, they way they made you feel, or just songs that remind you to appreciate your life. I like making period CD's, for example I have CD's that have all my favorite songs from every spring break I went on. I may not like all of those songs now, but because they are together, they take me on a mini vacation each time I listen to them helping to perserve those memmories.
"To come to your senses, you must first go out of your mind." - Alan Watts
I'm sorry to hear what happened.
I agree with the others. Make the music fit the person and the better times when you knew him or her. That way, when people hear the CD, they will think of happier things. They will also remember how much they miss the person who died. It'll be a good kind of missing though.
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Graham: And how much of you?
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Sorry to hear about your loss. I think it's a really good idea to put together a CD, and I agree with others about it being songs that were meaningful to either that person or to both of you together.
I do have one suggestion though, because I think it's a truly beautiful song and I've always thought it was about death. it's a very sad song but I do think it's about a life cut short, so maybe you'd like to know about it. The lyrics are below but I'd really recommend listening to it if you can. It's on the 'New Day at MIdnight Album'.
The Other Side
Meet me on the other side
Meet me on the other side
I'll see you on the other side
See you on the other side
Honey now if I'm honest
I still don't know what love is
Another mirage folds into the haze of time recalled
And now the floodgates cannot hold
All my sorrow all my rage
A tear that falls on every page
Meet me on the other side
Meet me on the other side
Maybe I oughta mention
Was never my intention
To harm you or your kin
Are you so scared to look within
The ghosts are crawling on our skin
We may race and we may run
We'll not undo what has been done
Or change the moment when it's gone
Meet me on the other side
Meet me on the other side
I'll see you on the other side
I'll see you on the other side
I know it would be outrageous
To come on all courageous
And offer you my hand
To pull you up on to dry land
When all I got is sinking sand
The trick ain't worth the time it buys
I'm sick of hearing my own lies
And love's a raven when it flies
Meet me on the other side
Meet me on the other side
I'll see you on the other side
Honey now if I'm honest
I still don't know what love is
Candygirl, I am sorry to hear about your friend. I'm not sure if you're still looking for songs, but one that I have always loved is Simon and Garfunkle's "Bookends". Again, my sympathies, I have been there.
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