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Iquitos, and the Amazon
It's the largest city in the world that has no roads leading in or out. The only ways to get here are by plane (flights from Lima, mostly) or travel by riverboat. When you consider that Iquitos is on the western Pacific side of South America, it is intriguing to think that you can arrive by boat from the Atlantic Ocean, sailing some 2,300 miles from the 200-mile wide mouth of the Amazon all the way to Iquitos, Peru. The Amazon begins at Iquitos, technically speaking, because it is here that the Maranon and Ucayali, major rivers themselves, meet to form what from this point on is named on maps as the Rio Amazonas. And it is here the Amazon makes its unfaltering right-hand turn to the east. These are all facts I had been blithely unaware of.


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Fordham University recently celebrated the life of the late pro-abortion rights politician Geraldine Ferraro by showing a documentary of her life directed by her daughter. In addition, the University Law School will also reportedly open the Geraldine A. Ferraro Clinical Education Center in September in a building made possible by a donation from her husband.
In a press release, Fordham said that last month the Jesuit University "celebrated" Ferraro's "role as a trailblazer" for women in politics. Ferraro, a former congresswoman, became the first female vice presidential candidate on a majority party ticket when she ran with presidential candidate Walter Mondale in 1984.
A Catholic, Ferraro was also militantly pro-abortion rights.
In fact, The New York Times even mentioned Ferraro in Cardinal O'Connor's 2000 obituary:
In his first year as archbishop, Geraldine A. Ferraro, a Catholic who supported abortion rights, was nominated by the Democrats to run for vice president on a ticket headed by Walter F. Mondale. When she was a member of the House of Representatives from Queens, Ms. Ferraro, along with several other Catholic public officials, had signed a letter saying that there was ''a diversity of Catholic opinion'' about abortion. After the letter was released during the presidential campaign, Archbishop O'Connor assailed the candidate, saying, ''Geraldine Ferraro has misrepresented Catholic teaching on abortion.'' He went on to say that there was no diversity of Catholic opinion, only the opinion of the church that abortion was wrong under all circumstances.
According to National Right to Life News, Ferraro consistently voted against life and for requiring federal funding of abortion and even "against an amendment to prevent the denial of routine medical treatment, food or water to babies born with handicaps."
NRL also reported that Ferraro, in a speech to the House in1979, elaborated on her support of federal funding of abortion, saying, "The cost of putting an unwanted child through the system far outweighs the costs of these [abortion procedures]."
The documentary titled "Geraldine Ferraro: Paving the Way," directed by Ferraro's daughter, Donna Zaccaro, was screened at the law school's McNally Amphitheatre.
Ferraro's husband, John Zaccaro, Sr., and his children donated money to the Jesuit University in memory of Ferraro, who graduated from Fordham Law in 1960. In response, Fordham Law will reportedly name the ninth floor of the building The Geraldine A. Ferraro Clinical Education Center later this year.
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Scout Sniper School instructors, School of Infantry — West, Detachment Hawaii, try to catch sniper students moving into their final firing position Feb. 9 at a stalking training event in a remote training area near an inactive shipyard at Joint Base Pearl Harbor - Hickam.
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As ordered reported by the House Committee on Financial Services on June 11, 2014
H.R. 4811 would require the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB) to provide notice to the public and to establish a period for comment before issuing a guidance document in final form. Further, the bill would direct the CFPB to make available all studies, data, and other information that was used in preparing and issuing a guidance document.
The CFPB is permanently authorized to spend amounts transferred from the Federal Reserve System; because that funding is not subject to appropriation, the CFPB's expenditures are recorded in the budget as direct spending.
CBO estimates that implementing the bill's requirements would cost the CFBP $49 million over the 2015-2024 period, thus increasing direct spending by that amount; therefore, pay-as-you-go procedures apply. Enacting H.R. 4811 would not affect revenues and implementing the bill would not affect spending subject to appropriation.
H.R. 4811 contains no intergovernmental or private-sector mandates as defined in the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act and would not affect the budgets of state, local, or tribal governments.


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Finance Minister P Chidambaram has said that companies fulfilling the banking regulators guidelines should quality for banking licences. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to issue final rules on new banking licences to private entities in the coming weeks.
The RBI has drawn up draft guidelines, guidelines say that more licences will be given to the private sector... the governor told me he will give out guidelines in two weeks, Chidambaram told Reuters Television in an interview in London on Tuesday: Whether any corporate or any kind of corporate will be excluded I cannot say.
But if the guidelines are made out and transparently spelt out and if a corporate satisfies those guidelines, I dont see any reason why a corporate should not be given a licence.
The central bank had issued a draft set of guidelines in August 2011 barring entities with 10 per cent or more income or assets from real estate, construction and broking activities from starting banks. RBI is understood to have sent the guidelines to Delhi for vetting by the finance ministry. Chidambaram said in the interview that checks would be put in place to prevent misuse. There will be clear firewalls and red lines which cannot be crossed.
The finance minister also said that the Budget next month will be a responsible one as general elections are 15 months away. Addressing global investors, on the fourth leg of his overseas roadshow that began last week, he said the government will implement many of the decisions and changes in the run-up to the polls. Chidambaram expressed confidence that foreign investment flows into India will improve after these roadshows which have shown that India has enormous goodwill.
Chidambaram said during the meeting in London, investors expressed reservations over political stability and capacity of the government to take reforms forward.
I assured them that the polls are 15 months away and that the Budget that will be presented in February will be a responsible Budget, that we will implement many of the decisions and changes in the run-up to the polls, he said after the meeting.
Chidambaram said there is no reason for investors to doubt that in the run-up to the polls, we will be anything but responsible. The finance minister said after the roadshows in the four cities there is enormous interest in India. There is enormous goodwill for India, that India must get back to


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I can't seem to get the computer to register any speed. I have gone over the manual, the helpful installation video on their site, measured the wheel, checked the connections, the wires, the magnetism, gone over all the trouble shooting bullets twice in the manual and nothing.
My question is does the magnet have to be parallel to the sensor? I simply cannot mount it that way given the angle of the spokes to the fork. Even at a the 20degree angle it clears the sensor, the magnet clears the sensor at about 1.5mm at the apex and 5mm at the outermost part of the sensor.
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Galilee: A Novel of the Fantastic (Paperback)
Rich and powerful, the Geary dynasty has reigned over American society for decades. But it is a family with dark, terrible secrets. For the Gearys are a family at war. Their adversaries are the Barbarossas, a clan whose timeless origins lie in myth, whose mystical influence is felt in intense, sensual exchanges of flesh and soul. Now their battle is about to escalate.
When Galilee, prodigal prince of the Barbarossa clan, meets Rachel, the young bride of the Gearys' own scion Mitchell, they fall in love, consumed by a passion that unleashes long-simmering hatred. Old insanities arise, old adulteries are uncovered, and a seemingly invincible family will begin to wither, exposing its unholy roots. . . .
About the Author
Clive Barker is the bestselling author of twenty-two books, including the New York Times bestsellers Abarat; Abarat: Days of Magic, Nights of War; and The Thief of Always. He is also an acclaimed painter, film producer, and director. For twelve years Mr. Barker has been working on a vast array of paintings to illuminate the text of The Books of Abarat, more than one hundred and twenty-five of which can be found within this volume.
Mr. Barker lives in California. He shares his house with seven dogs, three cockatiels, several undomesticated geckoes, an African gray parrot called Smokey, and a yellow-headed Amazon parrot called Malingo.


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Around 250 British-based extremists who went to train and fight in Syria have returned to the UK, it has emerged.
Ministers have been told that over the past two years more than 400 Britons have gone to Syria and it is now thought just over half have returned.
In January alone, 16 people were arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences related to Syria compared with 24 arrests in the whole of last year.
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Syrian rebels fire their anti-aircraft gun at Syrian government airplanes in Aleppo, in this Saturday Feb. 1, 2014 photo provided by the anti-government activist group Aleppo Media Center (AMC), which has been authenticated based on its contents and other AP reporting. (AP Photo/Aleppo Media Center, AMC)
Syrian citizens gather near flames caused by a Syrian government airstrike in al-Bab neighborhood, Aleppo, in this Saturday Feb. 1, 2014 citizen journalism image provided by Aleppo Media Center (AMC), which has been authenticated based on its contents and other AP reporting. (AP Photo/Aleppo Media Center, AMC)
A rebel fighter carrying a weapon rides his bike through a street in the northeastern city of Deir Ezzor, on February 3, 2014. (AHMAD ABOUD/AFP/Getty Images)
Men cry after children died in what activists described as a wave of Syrian government airstrikes in the northern Syrian city of Aleppo on February 3, 2014. (Fadi al-Halabi/AFP/Getty Images)
Children exit a building after what activists described as a wave of Syrian government airstrikes on the northern Syrian city of Aleppo on February 3, 2014. (MOHAMMED AL-KHATIEB/AFP/Getty Images)
Syrians cross with their belongings from the rebel-controlled side of the Bustan al-Qasr checkpoint in the district of Aleppo, to the government controlled side, on February 3, 2014. (BARAA AL-HALABI/AFP/Getty Images)
Members of the Syrian Red Crescent help people leave the Palestinian Yarmouk refugee camp where loyalists of President Bashar Assad have steadily intensified a blockade to prevent food and aid from entering over the past year, on the southern edge of Damascus, Syria, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014. (AP Photo)
At least 24, including four children, were killed on Monday as Syrian army helicopters dropped barrel bombs on opposition-controlled areas in Aleppo, February 3, 2014. (Ahmed Muhammed Ali/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)
At least 24, including four children, were killed on Monday as Syrian army helicopters dropped barrel bombs on opposition-controlled areas in Aleppo, February 3, 2014. (Ahmed Muhammed Ali/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)
Citizens inspect the rubble of destroyed buildings following a wave of airstrikes on February 2, 2014, in Aleppo, Syria. (Salih Mahmud Leyla/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)
A senior Whitehall source said: "The threat from Syria is serious and presents real challenges for intelligence agencies.
"But not all of those returning will start engaging in UK-based attack planning.
"For some, their jihad is done, others will help others travel to Syria, while others will raise funds for fighting."
The number of returnees, first revealed by The Sunday Times, has emerged after details were reported of the first instance of a British-based jihadist staging a suicide attack in Syria.
Abdul Waheed Majeed, 41, is suspected of being responsible for driving a lorry into a jail in Aleppo and detonating a bomb earlier this month. He is among an estimated 20 Britons who have been killed in the fighting in the war-torn state.
Photographs were published last month of two British brothers, named in reports as Akra and Mohamed Sebah from north London, who are believed to have died in battle in the war-torn country in September.
The two men were pictured together smiling and brandishing guns in camouflage gear and were reportedly hailed as "martyrs" and "young British lions" in propaganda messages.
Meanwhile, two women appeared in court last month accused of trying to send 20,000 euro (£16,500) to fund alleged Islamic terrorists fighting in Syria.
Londoners Nabal Masaad, 26, and Amal El-Wahabi, 27, are due to appear at the Old Bailey in May.
Security officials and senior politicians have warned for some time of a potential surge in radicalised foreign fighters returning to the UK from war-torn Syria.
MI5 director-general Andrew Parker told MPs last year that the civil war in Syria has been a magnet for hundreds of British nationals looking for the opportunity for "jihadi" activity, many of whom have come into contact with al Qaida-supporting groups before returning to the UK.
Home Office minister James Brokenshire warned that security concerns linked to Syria were "likely to be with us for the foreseeable future".
"A significant proportion and a growing proportion of the security services work is linked to Syria in some way," he told BBC Radio 4's The World This Weekend.
"This is a big problem that the security services and the police are actively focused on.
"It's why they are vigilant, why they are taking the steps that they are around the border and monitoring travel to and from Syria in the way that they are."
Brokenshire said Syria had become "the number one jihadist destination in the world", and the number of Britons thought to have travelled there to fight was in the "low hundreds".


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Ubisoft has offered us the first glimpse of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag's modern-day setting in a new batch of screenshots.
Up until now the French publisher has been showering us with images from the game's Caribbean setting during the Golden Age of Piracy in the early 1700s. However, this latest batch moves away from Edward Kenway's nautical adventures, giving us a look what appears to be an Abstergo complex.
View them here.
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is the next chapter in the multi-million selling historical action-adventure series, and places greater emphasis on the naval missions introduced in ACIII. As Edward Kenway, players have access to his ship the Jackdaw, and must plunder other vessels to upgrade your crew and ship armaments to conquer tougher foes across the high seas.
There's over 50 unique locations to explore across the game world, offering a plethora of side quests to tackle in addition to the main campaign. Multiplayer also returns, though it won't feature naval battles.
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is due out in October in North America and November in Europe.
What do you think of thes latest screens? Has it sparked your interested in Black Flag, or were you already looking forward to the game? Let us know below.


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Thanks to David Hain for sharing this. What do you think?
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Nos, egy startup CEO-kat vizsgáló kutatás (Amerikában) azt mutatta ki, hogy közel 40%-a az összesnek fordult vezetői/executive coachhoz támogatásért és a növekedési fázisban lévő cégek CEO-i esetében ez 60%-ra ugrott...
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So how can we listen more?
Three suggestions to try this week:
Look people in the eye. Sherry Turkle, a professor at MIT who studies the psychology of online connectivity, wisely wrote in her recent book Reclaiming Conversation, "We face a significant choice. It is not about giving up our phones but about using them with greater intention. Conversation is there for us to reclaim." Put down your phone when you're in meetings. Close your laptop. See if you're more energized about work and the people with whom you work.
Create space in your day. Manage your calendar and stop booking yourself out the entire day. Can someone on your team be part of that meeting? Does it need to be an hour, or can 30 minutes suffice? Give yourself time for reflection and space throughout the day, so that when you are talking with someone, you can give them your full attention.
Ask more questions. Next time a colleague or employee asks for advice, make sure you're listening and understand the situation. Then, before answering, ask a question. Clarify what they really need — usually it's just validation that their thinking is on the right track.
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(From the article): The aim of mentoring is to build the capability of you, the mentee. As such, you should always choose a mentor who you feel can respond to your needs in a way that enables you to find your own solutions to problems that you may be dealing with. Ultimately, your mentor should help build you up to eventually have a mentee of your own!
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Great advice for all of you on your way to the C-Suite and beyond
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A comprehensive list of Find-a-Mentor services, if you need help, at http://www.mentors.ca/findamentor.html
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Wrong questions turn people's attention to distracting issues. You hinder progress when you distract your team.
Ivon Prefontaine's curator insight, May 23, 10:43 AM
Leading is about listening and stepping aside when it is necessary. When we experience leadership as an assigned role, that is when problems arise and abuse of power occurs. What do we see in schools?
David Hain's curator insight, May 20, 3:56 AM
If workplaces are essentially human endeavours, relationships are critical. So everyone should study the Johari Window and act on it!
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Required viewing to make you think, even if you don't go a quarter as far as Semler has!
Hector Cortez's curator insight, March 23, 12:19 AM
Required viewing to make you think, even if you don't go a quarter as far as Semler has!
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His book Maverick is a great read. He proposes sitting together, talking with each other, and listening to each other. The corporate rules are 21 captioned cartoons.
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The subject of algebra has always been important in American secondary mathematics education. However, algebra at the elementary level has been garnering increasing attention and importance over the past 15 years. There is consequently a dire need for ideas, suggestions and models for how best to achieve pre-algebraic instruction in the elementary grades. Planting the Seeds of Algebra will empower teachers with theoretical and practical knowledge about both the content and pedagogy of such instruction, and show them the different faces of algebra as it appears in the early grades. The book will walk teachers of young children through many examples of K-6 math lessons and unpack, step by step, the hidden connections to higher algebra. After reading this book, teachers will be better equipped to reflect on their teaching, renew their thinking, and change parts of their practice in order to transform their classroom culture into one where both students and teachers are attuned to algebraic thinking, reasoning, talking, writing, and doing.


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Sloppy Joe Pizza
Looking for an easy dinner idea? How about using Rhodes dinner rolls to make pizza? I've got a Sloppy Joe Pizza and of course, dessert: Cinnamon Glaze Pizza!
This is such a hectic time of year, agreed? Trying to get ready for the holidays, whatever that may include for your family.
I have a mental punch list of all the fun things I want to do with my family during this season. Sledding, movies, ice skating, zoo lights, etc. One thing that seems to get forgotten is dinner.
Not that we forget to eat, oh no no no. It's just that I forget to plan dinner menus. I never know what FUN thing we may be doing next, ha!
So, in an effort to save time, I used some delicious Rhodes Dinner Rolls to make pizza. These are perfect for Friday night movie nights. We made a sloppy joe version with ground turkey and homemade sauce!
Of course I had to make a dessert version too…they were both a big hit.
Stop on over at RHODES blog today to get the recipes!
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Quaker State History
A century and a half ago, Quaker State® products kept steam engines puffing and wagon wheels turning. Today, our products are used by auto shops and everyday people like you who want real, durable oil in their motors. Read our history and learn about how Quaker State's been keeping all kinds of parts moving for over a hundred and fifty years.
The company's rich history began in 1859 with a small marketing company that produced petroleum products to lubricate steam engines, machinery and wagons. In 1913, Chicago entrepreneur and stockbroker Charles Pape brought together 19 small oil companies in Oil City, Penn., to create a new corporation, Quaker State Oil Refining Corporation.
As the nation entered the mechanical age, oil became the lifeblood of industry and transportation. Companies such as Quaker State found consumers clamoring for its products. The invention of the "horseless carriage" resulted in specific product innovations required by the new internal combustion engines.
Automobile makers quickly discovered that engine efficiency increased with high operating temperatures, yet no oil on the market could handle the heat. The Franklin Automobile Company was desperate for a quality motor oil for its cars. Quaker State sent the company samples of its new, high-quality oil and it proved so successful that from 1914 on, every Franklin leaving the factory was fitted with a custom five-quart can of Quaker State motor oil under the front seat.
With a focus of staying ahead of industrial developments and continually making product improvements, Quaker State set the stage for rapid growth. In 1936, the Standard Oil Company (now Exxon) became the exclusive Quaker State sales agency in the Midwest. Soon after, all Standard Oil stations across the nation exclusively offered Quaker State motor oil. World War II caused the demand for Quaker State products to reach new heights. The military favored the Quaker State brand because the company had already begun to develop and use additives to make improved and special blends that provided superior performance.
In 1940 and 1941, the company introduced Stabilized Quaker State Motor Oil and Quaker State HD High Detergency Oil. Advertisements to consumers touted Quaker State as the "the champagne of motor oils."
After the war, automakers began to increase horsepower and the size of cars. Keeping pace with these developments, Quaker State products included a combination of anti-wear, anti-rust, anti-corrosive and high detergency properties. During the mid-'50s, Quaker State began marketing its products through the burgeoning mass merchandise retailers. Supporting this broad new base of distribution, the advertising slogan "Quaker State your car" made the brand a household name.
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Innovation and growth continued throughout the '70s and '80s. In 1984, Quaker State became the first motor oil sold in convenient, economical plastic bottles. Quaker State expanded into the consumer service sector in 1985 when it bought Minit-Lube Inc., which later became Q-Lube, but closed after the Pennzoil-Quaker State merger. The bottles continued to evolve, with the introduction of environmentally conscious bottles that incorporated 20 percent recycled plastic and fully recyclable in-mold plastic labels in 1992. Also, the color of the new bottles changed from traditional white to green.
A new Quaker State was born in June 1993 when Herbert M. Baum assumed the positions of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
The impact of Baum's vision for the company became readily visible with a new logo, exciting promotions, new products, additional company acquisitions and an increased dedication to complete customer service. Among the important acquisitions was Specialty Oil Companies of Shreveport, LA. This firm's broad product line included a wide range of industrial lubricants and a strong private label manufacturing capability. In addition, its distribution system greatly enhanced the overall Quaker State system. Specialty Environmental Services greatly enhanced Quaker State's environmentally conscious capabilities, particularly in the field of waste oil collection and recycling. These services not only assisted Quick Lube operations, they also enabled the formation of the Fleet, Commercial and Industrial (FCI) division to provide its customers with complete lubricant service.
In 1996, Quaker State expanded its consumer product offering by acquiring Slick 50®, the Houston-based maker of Slick 50® Automotive Engine Treatment and a full line of other specialty chemical treatments for the automotive and industrial markets. With the largest market share and annual sales of approximately $80 million, Slick 50® is the number-one brand in the engine treatment category. Further capitalizing on its sales, distribution and customer service expertise in the automotive aftermarket arena, Quaker State acquired Blue Coral® in June 1996.
Quaker Supreme Chemical Corporation of Montgomery, Ala., also joined the Quaker State family in June. Its Quaker Supreme and private label brands of automotive chemicals and lubricants further leveraged the Quaker State existing business, especially as a supplier of brake fluids. The Medo Companies, headquartered in Tarrytown, NY, were added to the Quaker State family in August of the same year. Medo is a world leader in the design and manufacture of air freshener products for use in automobiles. 1997 was a very active year for the company, especially in the realm of product acquisitions. In February, Quaker State cemented its leadership position in the category by purchasing T-Plus Engine Treatment, which held the number three position. The entire line of window sun protection products and automotive accessories from Axius Holdings, LP was acquired in August, and Rain-X® glass coatings and treatments were added in November of that year. Quaker State also sold two portions of its business including the last of its refineries. This facility in West Virginia was sold to Ergon, Inc. Truck-Lite, the firm's vehicular lighting subsidiary, was also sold. The agreement to sell Truck-Lite to Penske Capital Partners was announced in October.
Finally, 1997 was also the year that Quaker State began its historic relationship with Hendrick Motorsports—helping the team win more races and more titles than any other team.
On December 30, 1998, Quaker State Corporation was merged with Pennzoil Company's marketing, manufacturing and fast oil change businesses to form Pennzoil-Quaker State Company, a worldwide leader in consumer automotive products and vehicle care.
On October 1, 2002, the acquisition of Pennzoil-Quaker State Company by Shell Oil Company, an affiliate of the Royal Dutch/Shell Group of Companies (now Royal Dutch Shell plc), was completed. In May 2003, Pennzoil-Quaker State Company began doing business as SOPUS Products. Combining Shell networks and infrastructure with Pennzoil-Quaker State Company's leading motor oil brands, portfolio of car care brands and Jiffy Lube® stores, the new company becomes a leader in the U.S. lubricants and car care business.


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Six governors, D.C. mayor sign new Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement
A new pact is in place to restore the Chesapeake Bay. Six governors and the mayor of Washington D.C. signed a voluntary agreement Monday in Annapolis, committing to restore and protect the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
The last time the states in the watershed signed an agreement like this was in 2000. They found that a new accord was needed to set updated goals based on new federal regulations and the latest scientific research on what is and isn't working in the bay.
"Instead of praying for a better result 20 years from now, we are taking better actions today in order to achieve better results tomorrow," said Gov. Martin O'Malley, D-Maryland.
With the bay behind them, the group, led by O'Malley, signed the latest Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement . It outlines 10 shared goals, including maintaining sustainable fisheries, reducing toxic contaminants and protecting watershed lands.
Earlier in the day, the leaders attended an annual meeting of the Chesapeake Executive Council. They learned that while wastewater treatment upgrades are helping to improve the bay's health, storm water remains a huge challenge.
"Addressing pollution running off our city streets, agricultural fields, even from the air, is more difficult," said Will Baker, president of the non-profit Chesapeake Bay Foundation . "And that's where the challenges lie in the future."
Each jurisdiction has already committed to two-year milestones related to bay clean-up, with the aim of meeting 60 percent of their goals by 2017 and all of them by 2025.
According to recent reports released by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the Choose Clean Water Coalition, all the states and D.C. need improvement in some areas, but Maryland is the closest to being on target. Governor O'Malley said it's because Maryland has the most at stake.
"The people are of our state, living as close as we do to the water, are much more aware perhaps then some others throughout our continent, of just how their actions on the land impact the health of the waters," he said.
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post2983583295027427169..comments2016-05-26T22:43:43.750-05:00Comments on Deep South Dish: Fresh Tomato Pasta SauceMary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-51612112890511214612013-07-15T20:42:08.197-05:002013-07-15T20:42:08.197-05:00You're welcome! Most of the canning I have don...You're welcome! Most of the canning I have done is the easy stuff LOL!! Maybe one day I'll graduate. :)
Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-31806453091796278682013-07-15T15:59:02.029-05:002013-07-15T15:59:02.029-05:00I understand, thank you for the help, hubby and I ...I understand, thank you for the help, hubby and I are going to make some up and freeze it today. thank you again for all your help :) Cindy Alexanderhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-2988718196552244262013-07-15T10:59:53.052-05:002013-07-15T10:59:53.052-05:00Hey Cindy! I have a small suburban plot so I don&#...Hey Cindy! I have a small suburban plot so I don't have enough room to grow many tomato plants & never end up with enough to can. They aren't difficult to can though in some cases, you have to pressure can versus doing a simple water bath & this may be one of them, I'm just not savvy enough in canning knowledge to tell you much.

You'd also need to also increase this recipe a good bit since it's only written for a single batch. For 2 quart jars or about 4 pints you'd need at least 3 quarts of tomatoes - probably around 20 medium sized tomatoes. I wish I could help more but I just don't do that much canning!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-2705416761480399322013-07-14T12:18:45.888-05:002013-07-14T12:18:45.888-05:00Thank you Mary,I will check that out. I would like...Thank you Mary,I will check that out.
I would like to can of this sauce, but, because I haven't canned much I'm not sure how to do it, do you have any ideas? Thank you in advanceCindy Alexanderhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-91982590418042652212013-07-12T18:11:46.873-05:002013-07-12T18:11:46.873-05:00Thank YOU Cindy for taking the time to come back b...Thank YOU Cindy for taking the time to come back by and let me know that you enjoyed the sauce. I love this recipe & it warms my heart when somebody takes the time to tell me that they enjoyed it too. I wrote a recipe for homemade fresh tomato soup also - just click here to print it out. Thanks again!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-9115707558596091962013-07-12T16:59:08.662-05:002013-07-12T16:59:08.662-05:00OMGOSH!!! this was my 1st attempt at making fresh ...OMGOSH!!! this was my 1st attempt at making fresh pasta sauce amazing! the only thing I changed was to use white onions because that is what I had on hand,I was also looking for a tomato soup recipe, but I think this one could work for both!! thank u so much for posting it :) Cindy Alexanderhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-70780914997771159672013-06-20T10:19:31.459-05:002013-06-20T10:19:31.459-05:00So glad to hear that you enjoyed it Margie!So glad to hear that you enjoyed it Margie!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-9881021420434893932013-06-20T09:57:45.702-05:002013-06-20T09:57:45.702-05:00I made this with fresh basil from the garden. Did...I made this with fresh basil from the garden. Didn't peel tomatoes and don't cook with wine. Otherwise, followed the recipe. I used the immersion blender. It was fantastic over thin spaghetti. Will keep making as long as fresh tomatoes and basil last.Margiehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-20204972800855138542012-07-27T18:07:11.350-05:002012-07-27T18:07:11.350-05:00I wish mine would! He won't eat okra either, a...I wish mine would! He won't eat okra either, and although he does eat tomato sauce, he won't eat tomatoes!! Crazy man...Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-90217669196555429892012-07-27T18:06:16.461-05:002012-07-27T18:06:16.461-05:00Sigh.... I know. My husband was raised on meat and...Sigh.... I know. My husband was raised on meat and potatoes and has an aversion to almost anything vegetable! I have to sneak some of them in LOL!!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-86545593965570296172012-07-27T12:25:18.969-05:002012-07-27T12:25:18.969-05:00How can anyone not love fried green tomatoes?!?! T...How can anyone not love fried green tomatoes?!?! This sauce looks so easy & delicious, will have to add it to my "to try" list of recipes.Sondrahttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-19491978548915341402012-07-12T09:22:43.566-05:002012-07-12T09:22:43.566-05:00We luv fried green tomatoes. But, one of our othe...We luv fried green tomatoes. But, one of our other favorite way to have them is to chip the green tomato up into small pieces, slice fresh okra, mix okra and green tomatoes together, roll them around in corn meal and fry them. sprinkle with salt

my husband goes crazy over thisThe Japanese Redneckhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-43315766529155352702012-07-12T09:22:02.338-05:002012-07-12T09:22:02.338-05:00We luv fried green tomatoes. But, one of our othe...We luv fried green tomatoes. But, one of our other favorite way to have them is to chip the green tomato up into small pieces, slice fresh okra, mix okra and green tomatoes together, roll them around in corn meal and fry them. sprinkle with salt

my husband goes crazy over thisThe Japanese Redneckhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-4153136303697075742012-07-11T20:51:29.799-05:002012-07-11T20:51:29.799-05:00Thanks Becky! I'm so glad y'all enjoyed it...Thanks Becky! I'm so glad y'all enjoyed it & thank you so much for letting me know!!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-89318676573755189432012-07-11T20:50:55.669-05:002012-07-11T20:50:55.669-05:00It's pretty darned good Jackie!It's pretty darned good Jackie!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-85565271100489542392012-07-11T20:50:30.222-05:002012-07-11T20:50:30.222-05:00Happens to me too Larry LOL!!Happens to me too Larry LOL!!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-87057362123388469192012-07-11T20:50:09.342-05:002012-07-11T20:50:09.342-05:00Thanks Angie!Thanks Angie!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-27746131470951623962012-07-11T16:18:54.191-05:002012-07-11T16:18:54.191-05:00Mary, once again you made a "home run". ...Mary, once again you made a "home run". I made this for dinner last evening and served it with a nice big summer salad and french bread. My family LOVED IT! It is so fresh and delicious....YUM. Thanks again for another fabulous recipe!Becky from TNhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-12707212879504199022012-07-11T08:02:12.986-05:002012-07-11T08:02:12.986-05:00Every cook needs a good tomato sauce recipe and th...Every cook needs a good tomato sauce recipe and this one should be at the top of everybody's list!

Jackie @Syrup and BiscuitsJackiehttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-29877306419641721202012-07-11T04:42:02.449-05:002012-07-11T04:42:02.449-05:00We've always blanched tomatoes to peel them, b...We've always blanched tomatoes to peel them, but will have to look into this peeler. Your sauce sounds delicious and I could go for a plate of the pasta right now (5:41am)Big Dudehttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-14548200411750936712012-07-10T23:34:59.556-05:002012-07-10T23:34:59.556-05:00This looks so so fresh and tempting! Gorgeous colo...This looks so so fresh and tempting! Gorgeous colour.Angie's Recipeshttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-87732592377173079182012-07-10T18:07:56.500-05:002012-07-10T18:07:56.500-05:00Thank you so much Marianne! Please let me know wha...Thank you so much Marianne! Please let me know what you think if you try it.Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-2852024776854341242012-07-10T18:07:15.287-05:002012-07-10T18:07:15.287-05:00I hope you enjoy it!I hope you enjoy it!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-40661690231319654652012-07-10T18:06:55.987-05:002012-07-10T18:06:55.987-05:00Aw Eva, you're so sweet - hope you try it some...Aw Eva, you're so sweet - hope you try it sometime!!Mary | Deep South Dishhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-7695338129494842494.post-17498637708601604812012-07-10T16:13:14.666-05:002012-07-10T16:13:14.666-05:00Yummy!!!! I've wanted a good fresh tomato sau...Yummy!!!! I've wanted a good fresh tomato sauce recipe! Thank you.. I can always count on you for good recipes, my go-to blog whenever I need some ideas for dinner!Mariannehttp://firstname.lastname@example.com


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- Thursday May 2nd, 2013 :: 03:57 p.m. EDT
Voluntary Runaway: Update
UPDATE: Xavier Wilson was located in the company of Chris Mazur in the area of Monroe Michigan. Mazur has been placed into custody on the parole detainer and Wilson is being transported back to his residence.
The Battle Creek Police are asking your help in locating a 16 yr old runaway.
The Battle Creek Police are attempting to locate Xavier Chase Wilson. Xavier is 16 yrs old but has the mental capacity of a 12 yr old. Xavier is described as a w/m, 5'1" ,skinney,with blonde hair and a tattoo on his right forearm with his initials "XCW". He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans.
Xavier left his residence at approximately 1700 hrs on Friday 4/26/13. He was last seen in the company of Chris Mazur on Sunday 4/28 in the Battle Creek area . Chris Mazur is currently a Calhoun County parolee and there has been a parole violation detainer issued against him.
At this time it is believed that Xavier is with Christopher on a voluntary basis and there is no evidence that he is in danger. We are asking for the help of the public due to Xavier's restricted mental capacity.
If you have information on this case please contact the Battle Creek Police Dept.
(Xavier is pictured with his mom below.)
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While looking for a Bible to purchase in Russian I ran across this site and I am so excited to share with you.
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On the recource tab they also have 3 more downloads.
- 21 Days with Jesus – Walks you through the book of John
- 14 Days of Prayer – Directs you over 14 days to pray for the persecuted church
- Word Power App – It is for your I phone or Android to help and remind you to walk daily with the Lord
My mind is just popping all over the place right now and I am having to resist the urge to download all the versions of the Bible on a thumb drive. The gospel is alive and I am excited to share this site with you.


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//Kathy, by the tables at Andy Poolhall.
I've been in bed with the flu since Sunday morning, so I didn't take any photographs at all yesterday. This is a portrait from good ol' Saturday night.
DOUBLECROSSED HOLIDAY SALE: With Stephanie's help, I managed to get the annual Doublecrossed Holiday Sale together in time for today. You can visit the set on Flickr and browse through discounted prints from this summer's exhibits. Yes, international shipping is available! The sale will run for a couple weeks but check in early for the best selection.
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not enough cash I used most of it getting the tooth broken and pulled out but I have done two fixed rides so farOriginally Posted by operator
not enough cash I used most of it getting the tooth broken and pulled out but I have done two fixed rides so farOriginally Posted by operator
Aw man, no insurance? That blows.
Just don't spit too hard for a few days. Don't want to get "dry-socket"Originally Posted by STEEKER
note: this is not my mouth
Truer words were never spoken, I was so pissed off yesterday as to transcend borders...Originally Posted by tjfix
I got an actual reply from a councillor that mentioned the subject matter and even contained a spelling mistake. He ACTUALLY read it and says he's passed it off to the chair of some blah blah blah.
Now I will inundate him with requests for access to the committee. Oh yes.....
I noticed on the top tube of the Fuji "track"s the word track was totally in the Courier font, had to have been a manufacturing error. Nobody uses that font for ANYTHING. Still wanting one.
i'm gonna go out on a limb and say the cop doe not show. He knows careless will never stick and is just being a (typical) power tripping a$$.Originally Posted by cavit8
Sure there is a ton of hill's but real training means being able to go steady...no stopping...for extended periods of time. Even a cross race...which is about the fastest time wise....takes at least 50 minutes. Where can you go hard for 50 minutes non-stop in Toronto?Originally Posted by STEEKER
Thats an awesome deal considering that frame is $10,000CAD!! full retail. Thats like half price almost. SCORES!!Originally Posted by eyefloater
fit riders between 5' 6" - 5' 10"???
Isn't that most of us. That doesn't sound extra small.
http://www.lookcycle.com/v2/anglais/.../2006/geom.php (bottom of the page)Originally Posted by TRaffic Jammer
whats that floater?
Geometry for the Look track bike in question.
Alright, so the next step for track day: when??
I know we've had a couple of "not yet" type requests, which is totally fine.
Cavernmech: how's your schedule work for this sort of thing? Will you just get one of your peeps to hold down the fort?
Track 1 is every Saturday from 2-4, and we apparently need to pre-reg. If we want to stay for the evening races there are NO races on May 20, June 10, and June 24.
ps. damn, I wish this place was like half as far, since Track 2, 3, and 4 are all on weeknights... as well as the Rec times.
I assume you mean without doing laps around the Ex.Originally Posted by cavernmech
I picked up this disk
Streetlight Manifesto (i loved the name)
Everything Goes Numb
what a great disk
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streetlight_Manifesto ??
A woman I work with just saw me on the Forest City webpage and said that a friend of hers does track racing and she's nearly sure she races somewhere in the GTA. Is it possible there's a private track somewhere? She said it's not in the core, but maybe in Mississauga or something. I asked her to find out more.
My weekend sked is pretty much centered around mtn bike racing right now. After this weekend May is pretty much open...in June the weekends of 3/4 and 24/25 I am racing. Any other weekends are good for me. Is there any possibility that we could do a LTR 1 and 2 in one day? I thought they did offer a one day course with both LTR 1 and 2 in the same day. If we are a big enuf group they might be willing to accomodate us with a extended one day type of thing. As for spectating....I will be honest with you and say after about an hour of watching guys go around in circles it gets a little tired. I LOVE watching but perhaps if we plan on a day with no racing...and we have a decent sized group...we can get in more riding. Just a thought.Originally Posted by somnambulant
Word to that I'm in for taking over the joint.
I'm going to stop talkin' now , I need to go get my shoes.
there is a private oval track in an old wharehouse on the lakefrontOriginally Posted by somnambulant
not enough details......you holding out on us?Originally Posted by STEEKER
Yuppers I am holding out and see'ing Cavit8 was the only one to come on some rides with me he's the only one I'll take to the trackOriginally Posted by cavernmech
there is an outdoor track in delhi which is about halfway to london (nearer to tilsonburg) but it is not in great shape.Originally Posted by somnambulant
private track? we'll have to make friend with this lucky owner...Originally Posted by STEEKER
I bet STEEKER is just messing with us
Hell I'll even let you pull me to work....Originally Posted by STEEKER
Cough it up!!!!
naw too late I asked you lot for over a week to come on rides and you did'nt onlyCavit8 came out so naa naaa


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Are you an introvert in an extroverted world?
Inspired by her book "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking," Susan Cain teaches leaders 16 things she believes about introverts.
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- There's a word for "people who are in their heads too much": thinkers.
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- Solitude is a catalyst for innovation.
- Texting is popular because in an overly extroverted society, everyone craves asynchronous, non-F2F communication.
- We teach kids in group classrooms not because this is the best way to learn but because it's cost efficient, and what else would we do with children while all grown-ups are at work? If your child prefers work autonomously and socialize one-on-one, there's nothing wrong with her; she just happens to fit the model.
- The next generation of quiet kids can and should be raised to know their own strength.
- Sometimes it helps to be a pretend-extrovert. There's always a time to be quiet later.
- But in the long run, staying true to your temperament is the key to finding work you love and work that matters.
- Everyone shines, given the right lighting. For some it's a Broadway spotlight, for others, a lamplit desk.
- Rule of thumb for networking events: one genuine new relationship is worth a fistful of business cards.
- It's OK to cross the street to avoid making small talk.
- "Quiet leadership" is not an oxymoron.
- The universal longing for heaven is not about immorality so much as the wish for a world in which everyone is always kind.
- If the task of the first half of life is to put yourself out there, the task of the second half is to make sense of where you've been.
- Love is essential, gregariousness is optional.
- "In a gentle way, you can shake the world." -Ghandi
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The phone is ringing, and I don't recognize the number,
All Caller ID says is, "NAME UNAVAILABLE".
Please help me figure out who is calling and what they want
called just before noon on a weekday, no message.
Missed call, no voicemail message left, unidentified caller
They called my 12 year old daughter. told her they were from the fire department and started asking questions like, are you home alone, are you a teenager... Ect, Ect, Ect... really creepy and not at all OK with someone questioning my child about her whereabouts and what she is doing and if she is alone. I tried to call them to tell them about themselves and got a this # cant be reached #.
Guy called he said he was the police, he knew my last name and my address. He was doing something like fundraising for clay county police. I told him I was broke.. So he's gonna send a letter in the mail, so I could write a check or something..... I'm not doing it, all my money is going to my insurance, since we gotta pay for everyone else's
Male called my private number asking for my address. Claimed to be calling on behalf of burned babies?? He was extremely disrespectful and vulgar!
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In an interview with Assassin's Creed creator, Jade Raymond Hideo Kojima talks about the art of making videogames between eastern vs. western perspective. Among all other importance was the topic of violence in videogames; a subject that is highly talked about today with the increasing maturity of gamers and their demand of a more mature gaming experience.
Kojima gave credit to violence in videogames as he states that it only adds realism to a game that is focused on mature aspects such as combat:
"When you hit someone or inflict pain, faces get disfigured for example, and I want to make games that show that sort of thing.
If you don't see the pain, you can't understand what you've done, and you'll pass through battles without taking responsibility for your actions. I don't want to ignore that. I want players to think, even if it's just a little, about what violence and war are."
Those comments not only make sense of violence in videogames, but it also creates what could be described as an imaginative route to explaining violence in videogames, creating an immersive tone for a title.
In an industry where the average age of a gamer is growing, the content of videogames much reflect that and mere sweat droplets (ala SNES Mortal Kombat) just will not get the job done anymore.
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Once again John McCain has proven that he has the political genius to outwit his opponent in this election. With one masterful stroke he destroyed any momentum that Obama would have enjoyed from his convention and his "I AM" speech the other night. With the VP pick of Sarah Palin he has firmly solidified his base and has re-energized this race. Of course the smears, | Read More »
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Tis the season for wedding bells. Stephen Cunningham, CEO of WeddingNetwork.com, says the number of weddings in Y2K is nearly double that of a normal year. Presumably, this will make it easier for the forgetful to calculate which anniversary they're celebrating.
At the ELCA's largest congregation — 13,500-member Mount Olivet Lutheran, Minneapolis — wedding coordinator Jan Knotek says about 120 weddings were held in 1998 and 1999. This year the outlook is for 150, with another 15 or so "away weddings" at hotels, country clubs, by the lake or the city zoo for those who prefer a wilder theme.
During busy months — May, June, August and September — Knotek works one wedding on Friday and four on Saturday. Sometimes a fifth Saturday wedding is scheduled in one of the chapels.
Knotek hasn't had many unusual requests this year. But Mount Olivet may have been doing some Scottish outreach as three Y2K weddings will feature bagpipes at the processional and recessional. "One bride got the idea vacationing in Scotland with her parents," Knotek says. "The others wanted something different."
Knotek's only objection was to one piper who suggested Amazing Grace, which she judged appropriate for funerals, not weddings. All three couples settled on Scottish gigues.
It's a ministry, Knotek says warmly, recalling dozens of couples she's assisted: "When I see them coming down the aisle afterward with tears running down their cheeks, that's the best time for me."
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NEW DELHI: The S&P BSE Sensex surged over 100 points in morning trade on Thursday, ahead of April series F&O expiry.
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THE Seattle Foundation's big 24-hour rush of philanthropy, the online GiveBIG campaign, shows what a difference a day can make. Tuesday's single-day drive is the fourth in what has become an enormous focus for charitable fundraising in the Puget Sound region.
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The online drive is timed for the springtime slump in contributions that many nonprofits face. The rapid growth of the campaign — from just $4 million the first year — demonstrates that the day of giving has become a regional institution. Anyone on a fundraising mailing list can attest to the emphasis many charities now place on GiveBIG.
The foundation, commercial contributors and philanthropists have established a $1 million fund that will be distributed among the 1,600 nonprofits according to their pro-rata share of contributions. Individual charities also have lined up $570,000 in challenge grants — pledges that will be paid if donors Tuesday put up a matching amount.
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Last night we had at least 10 accounts hijacked... mine being one of them. I am running 8.0.6 FOSS -- These accounts racked up close to 2 million outgoing messages in just a few hours. I know for a fact that I did not fall prey to phishing. Our server is not configured for open relay, you must authenticate. I am wondering if it was some sort of client side attack. I have my phone's email client configured to check Zimbra, and the only other system I have used to check it since Thursday has been my Debian machine at home. My password was 29 characters long, so I doubt it was guessed or bruteforced. I find it very odd that 10 accounts were hijacked in one night. The passwords weren't changed, as far as I can tell.
I have reset all passwords on the mail server, and invalidated sessions.
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This is no good news for startups, funding portals, or investors looking to get involved in the alternative financing method. The only thing left for prospective investors to do, really, while waiting for the SEC to issue rules around equity crowdfunding is to continue educating themselves about the financing process and the risks that come with it.
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After a meteoric rise to pop domination, things were not looking good for Lady Gaga the past several months. In September, the media was mocking her for being "fat," then in February she had to cancel all of her tour dates and undergo surgery for chronic hip pain. The singer had been out of the spotlight while recovering, appearing in public for the first time last night at the kickoff event for New York City Pride. Gaga gave a heartfelt speech to the community that built her, and sang a flawless rendition of the national anthem. If last night's performance is any indication, it looks like a new, more mature Lady Gaga is about to be re-born this way:
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Is this our first look at "Old" Luke Skywalker? Seems to be.
Mark Hamill, who is reprising his role of Jedi warrior Luke Skywalker in J.J. Abrams Star Wars: Episode VII, participates in the annual Star Wars Weekend in Orlando, Florida a weekends worth of fan activities tied to George Lucas galaxy far, far away. And in doing so, Hamill, 60, tipped a visual cue to the state of Luke Skywalker in the new trilogy especially when hes holding a lightsaber and standing next to Mickey Mouse. Disney Parks posted this fun video of Mark Hamill and Mr. Mouse during his photo shoot. Check it put below:
Slightly more dignified than the last time we saw Mark Hamill holding a lightsaber on screen, no?
"I think George Lucas gonna sue somebody!"
Obviously, securing a Star Wars talent on the level of Mark Hamill is an extreme coup for the Orlando event, especially as hes hard at work on Star Wars: Episode VII in London. As was reported on the Disney Parks Web site, Hamill will be part of the daily "Legends of the Force" motorcade, which goes down the main street in Walt Disney Worlds Hollywood park. Hell participate in a special talk show that fans can attend. And fans at home can follow along by tracking the hashtag #DisneyTheForce all weekend.
So what do we think of the older, wiser Luke Skywalker? Hes fitting the bill once served by his mentor, Obi-Wan, possibly taking new Jedi under his wing and preparing them for new challenges that will threaten the rebel alliance (as well as the galaxy). So yeah, basically he looks like an older actor. Now lets get Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher together for a Star Wars: Episode VII teaser trailer, and really melt the Internet!
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HUNTERSVILLE – More houses, improvements to the Gilead Road/U.S. 21 intersection and the future of Huntersville's old mill highlighted the town board's retreat on Jan. 30-31.
The number of single-family home permits rose from 350 to 402 last year, a testament to the town's quality of life, Planning Director Jack Simoneau said. No new multi-family permits came to Huntersville in 2013, however.
"We would expect that possibly a project or two of multi-family (homes) might come in 2014, but we'll see," Simoneau said. "You hear a lot about folks saying, 'Well, homes are getting smaller and more efficient,' but the trend we're seeing is bigger homes."
The addition of new homes and new development in town pairs with the anticipated growth in Huntersville's population. The town projects a population of 51,469 for 2014, with the number of residents expecting to balloon past 55,000 by 2016, past 68,000 by 2020 and in the 89,000 range by 2030.
The town has more than 3,000 approved but un-built single-family lots, Simoneau added.
Commissioners also discussed the future of the town's old mill and the 33 acres on which it stands. The mill is part of the town's downtown revitalization project, which also includes a downtown park.
Town Manager Greg Ferguson is in the process of developing a request for proposal that would elicit interest in buying the mill, which Commissioner Ron Julian said would serve two purposes: It would enable the mill to be improved, and the money spent would help diversify the town's tax base.
Finding a buyer should take a few months, but the net result will be worth it, he added.
The board addressed progress on the Gilead Road/U.S. 21 intersection, which would relieve considerable congestion in the area, at an estimated cost of $5 million to $8 million.
Residents aren't expected to see concrete evidence of improvement until early 2015.
The intersection has been an ongoing topic of discussion among commissioners for the past several months.
Commissioner Jeff Neely highlighted the town's need for improved roads as the population and business landscapes continue to grow.
Julian said a consulting firm has been tapped to handle design for the improvements to the intersection.


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Troopers caught a driver Wednesday after a high-speed chase in Madison Township.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol said that the pursuit began on South High Street, north of Interstate 270 around 3:30 a.m.
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Differential of -129 points (-9.2/g), 10th.
Expected W-L: 3.6-10.4.
Takeaway/Giveaway Differential -14 (-1.0/g), 10th.
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The Pagoda with Vajra Base in Zhenjue Temple lies on the north bank of the Changhe River near the White Stone Bridge in Haidian District of Beijing.
The Vajra Base in the Zhenjue Temple is generally called the Wutashita (Tower in the Five Towers Temple). During the Yongle reign under Emperor Chengzu of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), an eminent Indian monk paid tribute of five golden Buddha statues of the Vajra circle to the emperor. The emperor ordered to build the Zhenjue Temple to treasure up the five golden Buddha statues, and the temple was completed in the 9th year (1473) of the Chenghua reign. The temple was destroyed in the early 20th century, but the tower still stands intact there.
The tower is built of bricks and white marbles, 17 meters high, and consists of the pedestal and five small towers. The foursquare pedestal, 7.7 meters high, has two doors respectively in the front and the back. Inside, spiral stairs lead to the top of the pedestal. There are five towers and a glazed pavilion on the top. Legend has it that five golden Buddha statues have been respectively buried under the five towers. The shape of the tower follows that of the Buddha Gaya Hermitage in India, with strong Indian features. The tower is famous for its exquisite carvings. There are many gorgeous patterns of Buddha, flowers and plants, birds and beasts carved on both the top of the tower and the five towers, as if it were the Buddhist paradise. Among them, there is a pair of footprints, with the meaning of Buddhism spreading all over the world, which is considered the symbol of the Buddha.
There are six pagodas with a Vajra base similar to that in the Five Towers Temple in the world, among which five are in China. The only one abroad is the Buddha Gaya Hermitage in India, which was destroyed in the war when the British army invaded India. Later the tower was rebuilt according to the blueprint of the Five Towers Temple.
The Five Towers Temple is the earliest and the most exquisite tower of the kind in China. Recently large numbers of precious cultural relics such as Buddhist sutras and statues of Buddha have been found in the tower. Now the temple has been built into the Beijing Museum of Stone Carvings.


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The channel is a chart pattern that is commonly used by active traders. This price pattern is formed during a period of indecision and is recognized by its unique shape. As you can see from the chart below, the pattern is constructed by drawing two parallel trendlines that connect a series of highs and lows. Both trendlines act as barriers, preventing the price from heading higher or lower. Once the price breaches one of these levels, a sharp move usually follows.
Channel patterns are generally deemed to be neutral in direction until the price breaks above or below one of the trendlines. A break above the upper trendline is used to signal a move higher, while a break below the lower trendline signals the beginning of a move lower. The slope of the trendlines can often vary, which creates different types of channels. The most common version is when the trenlines are horizontal and create a sideways trading range, but it is not uncommon to see the trendlines slope upward or downward; if identified correctly, this slope can be used to determine the direction of the primary trend. Let's take a look at a few companies that are trading within a channel formation, or those that have recently broken out of one and could be ready to make a sharp move in the near term.
Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE:HON) - Taking a look at the daily chart of HON, you'll notice that the price has been confined within a horizontal channel since early 2007. The horizontal trendlines have acted as strong levels of support and resistance; this created an interesting opportunity when the price recently fell toward the lower trendline. Range-bound traders will watch for the price to bounce off the $53 support like it has in the past. This group of traders will anticipate a corrective move that will send the price toward the upper trendline ($62). On the other hand, breakout traders will wait until the price moves beyond one of the trendlines and will then try to take a position that benefits from the move that generally follows. For more on this pattern, see Channeling: Charting A Path To Success.
AGCO Corp. (NYSE:AG) - AG is another company that has been trading within a horizontal channel. This chart will be of specific interest to short-term traders because the bears were able to send the price below the lower trendline today, which suggests that the sideways direction is over and that the short-term direction will be downward. Most technical traders will likely watch this stock for a few days to confirm that the breakdown is valid and most will carefully watch for the volume to increase because this would be a clear sign that investors are looking for the exits.
The Chubb Corporation (NYSE:CB) - Taking a look at CB, you'll notice that the price has remained within a sideways channel since 2006. Notice how the stock has been confined between $47 and $56 for the past two years. In this case, the horizontal channel is still forming, so more time will be needed to see which of the levels will be tested first. This chart is a good example of why a trader needs to have a lot of patience - it wouldn't be surprising to see this type of horizontal channel stay on a trader's radar for weeks/months as it develops.
Monster Worldwide, Inc. (Nasdaq:MNST) - MNST is also trading within a channel pattern, but as you can see from the chart, the pattern is sloping downward rather than sideways. This pattern suggests that the bears are in control of the longer-term direction and many wouldn't expect this stock to move higher until it tests the support near the lower trendline. It is important to note that a true reversal of the trend wouldn't be signaled until the price is able to move above the upper trendline. However, as you can see from the chart below, the 200-day moving average, which is a common level of long-term resistance, is also near the trendline. Many traders may want to wait until this level is broken before betting on a trend reversal.
Channel patterns are a staple for many traders because a break beyond one of the trendlines generally suggests that a period of indecision has ended and that a new trend is about to begin. In some cases, a trader will need to have a great deal of patience because this pattern does not form over night. It is not uncommon for a horizontal channel to form over several years, but when a breakout does finally occur, the move that follows can often be very profitable.
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One of the concerns raised in the Last Judgment scene in Matthew's Gospel is whether "when I was in prison you visited me."
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This evening it escapes no one that we are the privileged witnesses of an historic moment in the life not only of this archdiocese but also of the Church in Canada. For the first time in our country, a man who is deaf is ordained to the ministerial priesthood.
There is a moving story about a family's Christmas tradition that tells of a husband's aversion to receiving presents when so many in the community were in need.
The passage of a new Education Act by the Alberta Legislature affords the opportunity for the Catholic community to give pause and to reflect on the great gift of Catholic education that we have here in Alberta. This is a gift that gives the Catholic communities of Alberta the right to organize and run their own Catholic schools – and this with full funding from the province.
RED DEER – Many Alberta Catholic parents have heard about the passing last month of Bill 3, the new Education Act. But I haven't seen much detail to answer the question: "What does it mean?"
As Canadians and northerners, we share many memories of cold winters. At Christmas time, I often reflect upon one particular evening of a prairie winter in the early 1960s. Though the frost was cruel that night, the reminiscence is warm.
The Catholic Church holds the right to religious freedom in the highest regard. This right is not just one more among what appears to be an ever-growing list of rights, but rather is the most fundamental of all freedoms. That is because the right to religious liberty is grounded in the nature of the human person as a being radically oriented toward the transcendent. The denial of the right to religious freedom is an assault on the dignity of the person.
In a lecture recently, I made the point that Jesus shocked people equally in both his capacity to thoroughly enjoy his life and in his capacity to renounce it and give it up.
I had the opportunity, in my late twenties, to take a number of theology and Scripture classes. While most of those classes were informative and interesting, there were a few classes where I experienced moments that had a significant and lasting impact on me.
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Not Only Butchart Garden's Beauty in Victoria
My Impression of Victoria in my First Three Months
By Wenhui Jiang
February 12, 2012 marks my first three months in Victoria as a new immigrant from China. During my stay, I have been to Butchart Gardens two times, where the fantastic floral beauty greatly touches and impresses me. Combined with the picturesque charm of Greater Victoria, the beauty of the local people and life also convinces me that this is the right place for a beautiful life. "Why?" you may ask me. Here, let me tell you about my connections with some local women.
Ruth, a graceful retired lady living in Colwood, met me at a community pedestrian crossing on a rainy afternoon, and sometimes invites me for tea and a talk or a short walk along a beach nearby. The time we have spent allows to me know many details of what a Canadian life is about, such as what a native Canadian thinks about the BC healthcare system, why vegetables are so expensive in Canada, and how an at-home schooling system operates.
Elaine, a middle school teacher in the Sooke area, is an elegant lady whom I met on Bus 52 one day. That day, I needed to transfer to Uvic via Bus 50, and then take Bus 26. When she realized I didn't know the bus station uptown, she kindly told me that she was also taking Bus 50 and getting off uptown, and she would show me where the Bus 26 stop was. With her help, I got on Bus 26 in time. It was also a rainy afternoon. From a talk with her during our shared bus trip, I learned that many local families offer home-stays to high-school or college students from abroad. Those families with yards may also plant vegetables or raise not more than 5 "free run" hens to provide themselves with fresh vegetables and eggs.
Barb, a tall, professional case manager in Work-Link, is the first job consultant I have contacted for my job concerns. Her warm smile and helpful advice opened the door for me to the BC employment culture: how to prepare one's resume, what aspects one must pay double attention to in resume writing, such as spelling and wording, and what the available resources are for a new immigrant, such as ICA Victoria and Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society. She even kindly made calls to ICA and VIRCS for me and emailed to me lots of job links and websites. From her, I have learnt about what is called an information interview and how to analyze my previous working experience in regard to the current labour market. Moreover, she keeps in touch with me about my ongoing situation and introduced me to Debbie, a kind and experienced resume consultant, who helped me a brainstorm about how to prepare my resume and cover letter. The help from Barb and Debbie has gradually built up my self-confidence in job seeking. By the way, my first appointment with Barb also fell on a rainy afternoon, weather I am fairly familiar with, since I am from a scenic Chinese city that is also rainy and poetic like Victoria.
Furthermore, other ladies named as Amanda, Fanny, Karolien, Rina, Tracy, and Treza and certain unknowns, whose smiles, kindness, and patience are all as beautiful as their names or manners have connected me to the local life of Greater Victoria.
Thus, because there is not only Butchart Gardens' beauty in Victoria, I am really confident that Victoria is the right place for a beautiful life.
Wenhui Jiang is a new immigrant living in Victoria who wanted to share her story with the readers of Tapestry.