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ASHEVILLE, N.C., March 21 (UPI) -- A North Carolina woman said school officials lifted the ban on her 9-year-old son's "My Little Pony" backpack and are introducing new anti-bullying measures.
Noreen Bruce of Asheville said she met with Buncombe County Schools administrators Thursday and they agreed to allow her son, Grayson, to resume using his "My Little Pony" backpack, which they had earlier told him not to bring to school because it "triggers bullying," the Asheville Citizen-Times reported Friday.
"We are considering all options for getting Grayson back in school," Bruce said Thursday. "We are pleased the school system is working closely with us. All of the options include Grayson taking his My Little Pony bag to school."
Bruce said she felt "much better" after her talk with superintendent Tony Baldwin and director of student services David Thompson.
"We had a real heart-to-heart talk," Bruce said. "I strongly feel we can work together to make things better for Grayson and all the students in our school system."
Bruce said she and Thompson talked about forming a parent advisory council to help the schools deal with bullying-related issues.
Buncombe County Schools administrators released a statement Thursday saying Bruce would be involved in creating "a safety transition plan and an allowance for Grayson to bring the bookbag to school."
"We have appreciated the opportunity to meet with the Bruce family and discuss the issues. We sincerely regret that the issue of being told to leave the bookbag at home was perceived as blaming Grayson. While that was not the intent, the perception became reality. We support Grayson bringing the bookbag to school." the statement said.


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Conservation groups in court to save highly endangered whales
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ATLANTA—Conservation groups today challenged the U.S. Navy's decision to build its $100 million Undersea Warfare Training Range next to the only known calving ground for the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale. The Southern Environmental Law Center, Defenders of Wildlife, Earthjustice, Natural Resources Defense Council, The Humane Society of the United States, and nine other conservation groups brought the challenge.
"Right whales shouldn't be subjected to the threats that accompany this range – ship strikes, entanglement and noise disturbance – in the only place in the world where vulnerable females give birth to and care for their calves," said Catherine Wannamaker, an attorney with Southern Environmental Law Center. "While we recognize the Navy's need to train, there are ways to accommodate that need without introducing multiple risks of harm into such a sensitive area."
The project threatens the already precarious survival of right whales by introducing multiple known threats – ship strikes, entanglement, and noise disturbances – into an area critical to mothers and calves.
"The people of the southeast who welcome the return of the right whales each year know all too well the gruesome results when one is struck by a ship," said Sierra Weaver, attorney for Defenders of Wildlife. "This project will almost certainly increase that threat, and yet the National Marine Fisheries Service, the agency in charge of protecting the whales, has given the Navy a green light."
The legal challenge alleges that the Navy and the National Marine Fisheries Service failed to study the environmental impacts of building and operating the training range at this location. The Navy decided to construct the range now, even though it acknowledges that more research needs to be done on the range's environmental impacts before operations can begin. In documents filed with the court, the groups argue that the agencies must first address the impacts from operating the range before deciding to construct it.
"The Navy's decision to shoot first and study the environmental impacts of using this facility later simply makes no sense," said Sharon Young, field director of The HSUS. "The Navy is playing Russian roulette with one of our most imperiled wildlife species."
"The science here is settled," said Steve Roady of Earthjustice. "Right whales are critically endangered and the government knows it. Under the circumstances, it is baffling that NMFS and the Navy could be planning to proceed with this project that places so many of these whales at risk. This is decidedly not sound science; it is fundamentally unsound."
As part of the planned training, Navy ships – exempt from speed restrictions designed to protect right whales – would pass through the calving grounds when traveling between the proposed training area and bases at Jacksonville, FL, and Kings Bay, GA. Ship strikes are the single largest cause of death for right whales with at least eight right whales killed in the past six years, including three pregnant females. Ship traffic in the calving grounds is of particular concern since data suggests female right whales are struck more often, possibly because they must spend more time at the surface with their calves which have undeveloped lung capacities. Scientists believe that the loss of even one right whale from non-natural causes could jeopardize the future of the species.
"Right whales already face a triple threat: sonar exposure, collisions with ships and debris entanglement," said Taryn Kiekow, staff attorney with NRDC. "Science tells us the loss of even a single North Atlantic right whale could threaten the survival of the entire species. Constructing a training range in the only area where the North Atlantic right whales give birth and nurture their young will only exacerbate the already tenuous grip this species has on survival."
After laying cables through the 500 square nautical mile training area, the Navy plans to conduct 470 annual exercises on the training range with up to three vessels and two aircraft deploying exercise torpedoes, parachutes and sonobuoys, and sonar and other noise pollution. Sonar can cause a range of impacts on marine wildlife – from disrupting nursing and feeding to injury and death in some cases. Debris left behind on the range may heighten risk of entanglement. According to scientists, approximately 14 to 51 percent of the right whale population is entangled each year which can interfere with eating, breathing or swimming.
Despite strong concerns expressed by Georgia and Florida, conservation groups, and scientists, the Navy decided to proceed with its plans without implementing recommended measures that could have lessened the impact of its activities.
The challenge was filed today in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia by Defenders of Wildlife, The Humane Society of the United States, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society, Natural Resources Defense Council, Center for a Sustainable Coast, Florida Wildlife Federation, North Carolina Wildlife Federation, South Carolina Coastal Conservation League, Animal Welfare Institute, Ocean Mammal Institute, Citizens Opposing Active Sonar Threats, and Cetacean Society International. The groups are represented by attorneys from Southern Environmental Law Center, Defenders of Wildlife, Earthjustice, and Natural Resources Defense Council.
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About Defenders of Wildlife
Defenders of Wildlife is dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities. With more than one million members and activists, Defenders of Wildlife is a leading advocate for innovative solutions to safeguard our wildlife heritage for generations to come. For more information, visit www.defenders.org.
About Earthjustice
Earthjustice (www.earthjustice.org) is a non-profit public interest law firm dedicated to protecting the magnificent places, natural resources, and wildlife of this earth, and to defending the right of all people to a healthy environment.
About The Humane Society of the United States
The Humane Society of the United States is the nation's largest animal protection organization — backed by 11 million Americans, or one of every 28. For more than a half-century, The HSUS has been fighting for the protection of all animals through advocacy, education and hands-on programs. Celebrating animals and confronting cruelty — On the web at humanesociety.org.
About the Natural Resources Defense Council
NRDC is an international, nonprofit organization of scientists, lawyers and environmental specialists dedicated to protecting public health and the environment. Founded in 1970, NRDC has 1.3 million members and online activists, served from offices in New York, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Beijing. www.nrdc.org
About Southern Environmental Law Center
The Southern Environmental Law Center is the only regional nonprofit using the power of the law to protect the health and environment of the Southeast (Virginia, Tennessee, North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama). Founded in 1986, SELC's team of 40 legal experts represent more than 100 partner groups on issues of climate change and energy, air and water quality, forests, the coast and wetlands, transportation, and land use.
WEB: www.SouthernEnvironment.org
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Contact(s):Catherine Wannamaker, Southern Environmental Law Center, (404) 521-9900
Katherine Sullivan, Southern Environmental Law Center, (919) 945-7106
Sierra Weaver, Defenders of Wildlife, (202) 772-3274
Steve Roady, Earthjustice, (202) 667-4500
Kristen Eastman, The Humane Society of the United States, (301) 721-6440
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Actor Jude Law and his ex-wife Sadie Frost still vacation together for the sake of their three kids.
The couple ended its six-year marriage in 2003, but star reveals the former lovers have an amicable relationship and frequently travel together as a family – with kids Rafferty, 16, Iris, 12, and Rudy, 10.
He tells The New York Times Magazine, "We made a decision very early on that whatever our opinion of each other (is) – which I have to say is a good one – we were going to maintain the function of the family."
Law also lives close to the actress/designer in London, so shuffling their kids back and forth as part of their custody agreement is as easy as possible – and the British hunk knows he's lucky to have such flexible visitation rights.
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This vegetarian version of the Spanish classic is perfect for spring. You will need a 12-inch-diameter skillet with 3-inch-high sides.
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- 2 large fresh fennel bulbs (about 1 1/2 pounds total), trimmed, each cut into 8 wedges; 2 tablespoons chopped fronds reserved
- 12 ounces baby carrots (from about 4 bunches), trimmed, peeled
- 8 ounces turnips, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 8 ounces 1 1/2-inch red-skinned new potatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 plum tomatoes, chopped, seeds and juices reserved
- 2 1/4 cups arborio rice or medium-grain rice
- 1 14-ounce can vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 3/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup drained canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss fennel bulbs, carrots, turnips, potatoes, and 1/4 cup oil in large bowl. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet. Roast until tender and brown around edges, about 1 hour.
- Finely mince 1/4 cup parsley and garlic together. Transfer to small bowl. Stir in paprika, saffron and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes; sauté 2 minutes. Add rice and parsley mixture; stir 2 minutes. Stir in broth, water, and wine; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in asparagus, garbanzo beans, and roasted vegetables. Increase heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 20 minutes. Season paella with salt and pepper. Transfer to large platter. Sprinkle with fennel fronds and remaining parsley.
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- Calories592
- Carbohydrates94 g(31%)
- Fat18 g(27%)
- Protein12 g(24%)
- Saturated Fat3 g(13%)
- Sodium841 mg(35%)
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Related to Negative pH: pH scale
the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration, [H+], a measure of the degree to which a solution is acidic or alkaline. An acid is a substance that can give up a hydrogen ion (H+); a base is a substance that can accept H+. The more acidic a solution the greater the hydrogen ion concentration and the lower the pH; a pH of 7.0 indicates neutrality, a pH of less than 7 indicates acidity, and a pH of more than 7 indicates alkalinity. The pH is used as a measure of whether the body is maintaining a normal acid-base balance. A favorable pH is essential to the functioning of enzymes and other biochemical systems. The body's fluids are normally somewhat alkaline, the pH being between 7.35 and 7.45. A pH above 7.8 or below 6.8 is generally fatal. See also acidosis and alkalosis.
Symbol for phenyl.
Symbol for the negative decadic logarithm of the H+ ion concentration (measured in moles per liter); a solution with pH 7.00 (1 × 10-7 g molecular weight of H+K per liter) is neutral at 22°C (that is, [H+] = [OH-]), one with a pH value of more than 7.00 is alkaline, one with a pH lower than 7.00 is acid. At 37°C, neutrality is at a pH value of 6.80. Compare: dissociation constant of water.
[p (power or potency) of [H+ ]]
pHthe symbol relating the hydrogen ion (H+) concentration or activity of a solution to that of a given standard solution. Numerically the pH is approximately equal to the negative logarithm of H+ concentration expressed in molarity. pH 7 is neutral; above it alkalinity increases and below it acidity increases.
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abbreviation for potential hydrogen, a scale representing the relative acidity (or alkalinity) of a solution, in which a value of 7.0 is neutral, below 7.0 is acid, and above 7.0 is alkaline. The numeric pH value indicates the relative concentration of hydrogen ions in the solution compared with that of a standard (1 molar) solution. It is equal to the negative log of the hydrogen ion concentration expressed in moles per liter. See also acid, acid-base balance.
symbol or abbreviation for phenyl, C6H5.
symbol for Philadelphia chromosome.
PHAbbreviation for:
acidity (pH)
hydrogen ion concentration
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storage lesionTransfusion medicine The constellation of changes occurring in a unit of packed red cells during storage. See Red cell preservatives.
Storage lesions
↑ Ammonium to 470 µmol/L–US: 800 µg/dL
↑ Free Hb in plasma from 82 to 6580 mg/L–US: 8.2 to 658 mg/dL
↑ K+ from 4.2 to 78.5 mmol/L–US: 4.2 to 78.5 mEq/L
↓ ATP from 100% to 45%
↓ 2,3 DPG to < 10% of original levels–replenished within 24 hours of transfusion
↓ Labile proteins, eg complement, fibronectin and coagulation factors ↓ to negligible
↓ Na+ from 169 to 111 mmol/L–US: 169 to 111 mEq/L
↓ pH from 7.6 to 6.7
Adverse physiologic effects of stored blood is negligible in the absence of a previous compromise of the Pt's–recipient's status
Abbreviation for phenyl.
Symbol for the negative logarithm of the H+ ion concentration (measured in moles per liter); a solution with pH 7.00 is neutral at 22°C, one with a pH of more than 7.0 is alkaline, and one with a pH lower than 7.00 is acid. At a temperature of 37°C, neutrality is at a pH value of 6.8.
[p (power or potency) of [H+]]
1. Pharmacopoeia.
2. Symbol for phenyl.
pH[Ger. Potenz, power + H, symbol for hydrogen]
In chemistry, a measure of the hydrogen ion concentration of a solution. The degree of acidity or alkalinity of a substance is expressed in a pH value. A solution that is neither acid nor alkaline has a pH of 7. Increasing acidity is expressed as a number less than 7, and increasing alkalinity as a number greater than 7. Maximum acidity is pH 0 and maximum alkalinity is pH 14. Because the pH scale is logarithmic, there is a 10-fold difference between each unit. For example, pH 5 is 10 times as acid as pH 6 and pH 4 is 100 times as acid as pH 6. The general mathematical formula defining pH is: pH = -log [H+], in which pH is the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration. The pH of a solution may be determined electrically by a pH meter or colorimetrically by the use of indicators. A list of indicators and the pH range registered by each is given under the indicator.See: illustration; table; indicator
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pHAn expression, widely used in medicine, of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. pH is the logarithm to the base 10 of the concentration of free hydrogen ions in moles per litre, expressed as a positive number. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14. Neutrality is 7. Figures below 7 indicate acidity, increasing towards zero; figures rising above 7 indicate increasing alkalinity. The pH of body fluids, in health, is accurately maintained between about 7.3 to 7.5. Below this range the condition of acidosis exists; above it, alkalosis. Both are dangerous.
pHa measure of the hydrogen ion concentration in an aqueous solution. The formula is:
The formula produces a value in which the higher the number of H+ ions the lower the pH reading. The scale of pH values is from 1.0 (highly acid) to 14 (highly alkaline) with 7.0 as the neutral point. Since the pH is logarithmic, each change of one pH unit means a tenfold change in the number of hydrogen ions. pH can be measured by using indicators which change colour with changing pH, or by electrical means using a pH meter.
A measurement of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution based on the amount of hydrogen ions available. Based on a scale of 14, a pH of 7.0 is neutral. A pH below 7.0 is an acid; the lower the number, the stronger the acid. A pH above 7.0 is a base; the higher the number, the stronger the base. Blood pH is slightly alkaline (basic) with a normal range of 7.36-7.44.
pHthe negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration [H+], so a change by one pH unit means a tenfold change in [H+]. pH 7 represents neutrality in water at 25°C, when [H+] = 10-7 molar = 100 nmol.L-1. In the body, at 37°C, 'neutral' would be ∼pH 6.8 but the extracellular pH of body fluids is more alkaline than this. Arterial blood pH (the most readily measured) varies in health within the range of 7.36-7.44 or [H+] = 40 nmol.L-1 ±about 12% - a tiny amount compared to other ions in the blood. intracellular pH is more acidic (e.g. 6.8-7.1 in skeletal muscle fibres), so there is a gradient promoting exit of metabolically generated H+ from cells. Regulation, vital for normal metabolic processes, depends on this gradient, on intracellular buffers (predominantly proteins and phosphates) and on variations in P CO2. The whole-body turnover of H+ (by ingestion, metabolic production and excretion) is of vastly greater magnitude than the body fluid concentrations. See also acid-base balance.
pHmeasure of hydrogen ion [H+] concentration; low pH values (<7) indicate acidity and high pH values (>7) indicate alkalinity; pH 7 indicates neutrality
normal pH of blood and tissue fluid = 7.4
n measurement of the acidic or alkaline nature of a solution. Expressed as a numerical value, it is calculated by determining the log concentration of hydrogen ions present in the solution. A pH value of 7 indicates a neutral solution; a value less than 7 an acidic solution, and higher than 7 indicates an alkaline solution.
Symbol for the logarithm to base 10 of the reciprocal of the hydrogen (H) ion concentration measured in gram molecular weight in an aqueous solution. A solution with a pH 7.0 is neutral, one with a pH of more than 7.0 is alkaline, one with a pH lower than 7.0 is acid. It is a convenient way of expressing the acidity or alkalinity of solutions, particularly of contact lens buffer solutions. Alkaline ophthalmic solutions generally cause less discomfort than acidic ones. Note: pH stands for power (or potency) of H. See acidosis.
n the concentration of hydrogen ions expressed as the negative logarithm of base 10. A neutral solution (hydrogen ion activity equals hydroxide ion activity) has a pH of approximately 7. Aqueous solutions with pH values lower than 7 are considered acidic, whereas pH values higher than 7 are considered basic.
pH, critical,
n the point at which the minerals in a substance begin to decrease. For enamel, critical pH is between 4.5 and 5.5 moles/L; radical (root) critical pH is 6.0 to 6.7 moles/L.
the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration [H+]; a measure of the degree to which a solution is acidic or alkaline. An acid is a substance that can give up a hydrogen ion (H+); a base is a substance that can accept H+. The more acidic a solution the greater the hydrogen ion concentration and the lower the pH; a pH of 7.0 indicates neutrality; a pH of less than 7 indicates acidity, and a pH of more than 7 indicates alkalinity.
pH-bicarbonate diagram
an aid to the assessment of an acid-base problem; expresses the relationship between bicarbonate ions and the pH of the plasma.
blood pH
normal blood pH varies a little between species but is of the order of 7.32 to 7.5. In moderate acidosis this falls to 7.25 to 7.30, severe acidosis 7.20 to 7.25 and grave acidosis to 7.00 to 7.10.
pH partition
the partition that occurs in the degree of ionization of electrolytes, including soluble drugs, about semipermeable membranes depending on the pH of the medium.
skin pH
in haired mammals, the pH of skin is usually acidic. In dogs it is from 5.5 to 7.2; in cats from 5.6 to 7.4; in cattle from 5.4 to 5.75; and in the horse from 4.8 to 6.8.


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I'm dreaming of injecting some warmth by way of wood into our boring, blah bedroom. I'd love to panel a wall, or perhaps the ceiling, in some wide-planked horizontal pecky cypress or gorgeously patinated, full of character, reclaimed timbers. Plenty of images to inspire here. Now I just need to convince the mister to make my woody dreams come true.
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I'm dreaming of injecting some warmth by way of wood into our boring, blah bedroom. I'd love to panel a wall, or perhaps the ceiling, in some wide-planked horizontal pecky cypress or gorgeously patinated, full of character, reclaimed timbers. Plenty of images to inspire here. Now I just need to convince the mister to make my woody dreams come true.
24 comments:
- ModernSauce said...
I have a half-wall that's panelled (hellooo 60's rancher!) that I thought I would hate but actually grew to love so I would say go for it! Would be beautiful at the head of a bed!
Also - all the starred items in my reader are pretty much every one of your posts. It's getting a little ridiculous! ; )
- April 29, 2010 at 9:25 AM
- Living It At Home said...
Yes, that would be nice. I am sure you can convince him! He probably will like the "woodsy" feel of it. Very manly? Good luck and hope your dreams come true
- April 29, 2010 at 9:50 AM
- mb said...
Thanks for the woody inspiration. Love the first image with the black and white... tile? paint?
- April 29, 2010 at 9:58 AM
- Charlotta Ward said...
Oh yes! Loved this parade of beautiful wood.
You're right it injects so much warmth in a room - I love how it immediately grounds me. There is nothing pretentious about wood - it is always right and always so inviting.
Thanks for this beautiful post.
x Charlotta
- April 29, 2010 at 10:24 AM
- Raina Cox said...
Those photos are giving me decorating wood! ;)
- April 29, 2010 at 10:26 AM
- karly / design crisis said...
that wood is lovely but can we seriously talk about that wallpaper in photo one (and five). It is beyond beyond. I want!!!!
I will also take the stairs in #4 please
- April 29, 2010 at 10:26 AM
- susie q said...
All breathy-like, whisper "convince the mister to make my woody dreams come true" in Mister's ear and he'll say "yes, yes."
- April 29, 2010 at 10:49 AM
- nkp said...
MB and Karly: At first I thought tile, then wallpaper, and then, maybe fabric? But who effin' care- it's fabulous! Karly I know you could do this- make a stencil or better yet, design the cool graphic and have it made into wallpaper!
Raina: I was waiting for that!
Susie: I bet he'd like that. A lot. Shhhhh!
- April 29, 2010 at 12:08 PM
- Naomi said...
Hey lady, I just drew my pillow giveaway and YOU are the lucky winner!! Now how about we trade my pillow for your outdoor pedestal tub featured here, ok?
Ok but for real, send me your address and I'll have CSN ship it out to you!
- April 29, 2010 at 2:23 PM
- Mrs C said...
Well I'm with Karly on this one 100% Obviously loving the B&W design walls, but picked out the unusual balustrade in pic 4 too.
Hope you get your hearts desire in the bedroom ;-)) I'm losing the battle for white floor boards in ours!!!
Mrs C xx
- April 29, 2010 at 3:08 PM
- ticklishfromadistance said...
LOVE the first image. ALl good and that bathtub shop. Yum.
- April 29, 2010 at 4:32 PM
- my favorite and my best said...
hmmm....editorially plywood works but not really. gorgeous photography though and i am curious about that black and white triangle-y paper? tile? what is that???
- April 29, 2010 at 5:36 PM
- DREAMER'S DEN said...
i love our wood ceilings!
go for it!!
- April 29, 2010 at 7:18 PM
- mb said...
Just for the record. I was refraining from talking about getting wood in the master bedroom.
mb from Dallas
- April 29, 2010 at 10:03 PM
- mb said...
OK. I looked again and again at the first image, the image in question... not tile, not paint, fabric... maybe. My guess is some sort of cotton or light wool rugs. A textile.
You are right Nelya. Pretty awesome.
mb from Dallas
- April 29, 2010 at 10:09 PM
I'd think twice if I were you. About the brown, not the mister.
- April 30, 2010 at 5:05 PM
- Mandy said...
Wow, I like these, you are good !!!
- May 1, 2010 at 5:23 PM
- erin@designcrisis said...
As usual, Karly is stealing my comments... I want to move into the top room with that insane wallpaper!!!! Do you have a source for that particular image?
- May 2, 2010 at 8:43 PM
- nkp said...
Sorry Erin. I looked back at the post from which I snatched the image and there is no link. I have no idea. The blog is insideinside.tumblr.com if you want to try to reach out to the author.
- May 3, 2010 at 12:08 PM
- Rachel said...
You always pull the most gorgeous images!! I'm DYING over that bathtub in the glass garden room!! Can you imagine a long soak in there on a beautiful or moody day?
- May 3, 2010 at 11:02 PM
- david john said...
wow! can i repost all of these?
just kidding, but seriously some amazing images. first time here, and just added you to my bookmarks and links.
david john
los angeles
YHBHS Blog
- May 4, 2010 at 2:34 PM
- nkp said...
Hi there David John! Of course you can. I'm always happy to share. I'm flattered that you would add me to your links. So glad you stopped by. Welcome!
- May 4, 2010 at 3:58 PM
- P R I M O E Z A said...
so nice, i like a lot of these.
- May 6, 2010 at 2:00 AM
- nkp said...
Hello PRIMOEZA and welcome. Thanks for stopping by!
- May 6, 2010 at 5:07 PM


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Joining Research and Practice:
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October 19-24, 2007
Hyatt Regency, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Come to Milwaukee to expand and enrich your network by attending the ASIS&T
2007 Annual Meeting, Joining Research and Practice: Social Computing and
Information Science.
Web 2.0 and social computing are changing the way people use information for work, play, research, and everyday activities. Sponsored by ASIS&T, the premier society for information science, the 2007 Annual Meeting is devoted to the discussion of Social Computing and Information Science. More than sixty sessions of contributed papers, panel discussions, poster sessions, etc. have been planned. They will address a wide variety of topics, ranging from tagging, online communities, information seeking behavior, web log and transaction log analysis to research directions, education, and ethical practice for information professionals in the new world of social computing.
- Two plenary sessions have been planned. On Monday morning, Ms. Anthea Stratigos, co-founder and CEO of Outsell, the leading research and advisory firm focusing on information and publishing industry, will address the overall trends, impact of social computing and web 2.0 to the information industry. On Wednesday, Dr. Clifford Lynch, Director of Coalition of Networked Information and long time member and former President of ASIS&T, will tie everything together, and discuss what these all meant to information science and information professionals.
- A conference wiki and blog will be set up on the ASIS&T web site prior to the meeting. Check it out for:
- Travel tips: members from local chapter and nearby areas can post tips on the best (cheap, fast, best scenic) ways to enjoy your stays in Milwaukee. Perhaps the best coffee and beer places near the conference hotel, too.
- Special Interest Groups (SIGs), Chapters, alumni organizations: use the wiki to organize your group gatherings.
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- Create AM 07 community: lets create a community of all AM 07 participants, blog your notes and thoughts.
- Book donation: this is a First for the annual meeting. Bring one new or slightly used book on information science or relevant topic, ASIS&T will collect them and donate them to a selected information science program in Africa. Thanks to University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, School of Information Studies, the School will underwrite the shipping and handling of book donation for this year.
- On Sunday evening, there will be an expanded Welcome Reception. In addition to enjoying delicious hors d'oeurves and drinks with your colleagues, each Special Interest Group and Chapter will be represented with their own table at the reception. This will be a great opportunity to find out what the SIGs are all about, what Chapter events may be happening in your local area, and a great way to become involved and make YOUR desires heard.
- When attendees check-in at the Annual Meeting, you will notice an extra large name tag. Be prepared to tag yourself and be tagged by others during the Meeting!
- Last, but not the least, the vibrant city of Milwaukee. A few sights near the conference hotel include: Milwaukee Public Museum, Discovery World at Pier Museum, central branch of Milwaukee Public Library, Riverwalk and Lake Michigan, etc.
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The Gruss Magnetic Resonance Research Center (MRRC) is a 19,000-square-foot facility on the main (Resnick) campus of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The MRRC, first established in 2000 with a generous gift from the Gruss-Lipper Foundation, has recently been upgraded and outfitted with the most state-of-the-art imaging equipment, including the first Philips 3T TX MRI system to be installed in the United States, a completely renovated Varian 9.4T MRI magnet for animal imaging, and brand-new computing infrastructure for faculty, staff, students, and visiting researchers.
Our faculty and staff specialize in all aspects of MR modalities, including functional and structural MRI, diffusion tensor imaging and tractography, MR spectroscopy, chemical shift imaging, and arteriography, and we are currently expanding our research collaborations with investigators in other Einstein departments and the Montefiore Medical Center.
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After winning the top-tier Pikes Peak Open Division three years in row the Rally Ready team has set their sights on the Unlimited Division in an attempt to set a new world record. According to Carapetyan, the team's mission is to shatter the current Pikes Peak International Hill Climb record of 10:01.408 with their Project 959 Evo.
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WASHINGTON — Russian officials' warnings to the FBI and CIA about Tamerlan Tsarnaev's Islamic radicalization included a prediction that he would change his name, a Massachusetts lawmaker said Wednesday — but the alert apparently failed to raise alarms when Tsarnaev formally sought the name "Muaz," an early Islamic scholar.
Tsarnaev tried to make the change as part of a federal citizenship application eight months before the Boston Marathon bombing.
The disclosure of the Russians' specific warning about the name change raises additional questions about whether federal agencies missed another signal that the elder Tsarnaev brother was veering toward radical Islam after a six-month trip in 2012 to the restive Russian province of Dagestan.
"That would have been one more red flag," said US Representative William R. Keating, a Bourne Democrat, who was briefed by Russian intelligence officials on a congressional trip to Moscow. "It would have been one more thing we were warned about that was happening."
Tsarnaev tried to change his name as part of a US citizenship application he filed in August 2012 with Citizenship and Immigration Services, a division of the Department of Homeland Security, a US official confirmed on Wednesday.
The disclosure was made as the federal government continues to examine potential intelligence failures in the lead-up to the Marathon bombing. After Russian intelligence warned the FBI and the CIA in 2011 about Tsarnaev's radicalization, the FBI investigated him in early 2011 and determined he was not a threat. His name was placed on government computer watchlists for potential terror suspects, but subsequent opportunities to track his travel to Russia in 2012 and interview him about his growing belief in radical Islam were missed.
The New York Times reported Wednesday night that the Obama administration's main intelligence report on the Marathon bombing largely exonerated the FBI and said Russian authorities did not share all they knew about Tsarnaev in the two years before the bombing. The Times cited unnamed officials who had read the intelligence report.
The report — commissioned by the president's director of national intelligence, James Clapper, and conducted by the inspectors general for several intelligence agencies — appears to emphasize claims that the FBI has been making over the past year, that the bureau asked Russian intelligence agencies for more information but never got a response.
The House Committee on Homeland Security had a more critical assessment in its own report, concluding that many of the lessons of Sept. 11, 2001, had not been fully absorbed and directly challenging the FBI's assertions that nothing more could have been done to prevent the bombings.
The Homeland Security committee held a hearing Wednesday on its review of what went wrong.
Tsarnaev sought to legally change his first name to Muaz about six weeks after he returned from Dagestan in 2012, according to a government official who reviewed the nearly two dozen pages of immigration forms.
Keating said in an interview that Russian intelligence letters sent to both the FBI and CIA in 2011 about Tsarnaev predicted he would seek to change his name. The letter did not say what name Tsarnaev would take, according to Keating. Keating said Russian intelligence agencies read him a copy of the letter they sent to the FBI and the CIA. He took notes from the conversation, but was not given a copy of the letter.
"It's amazing how much information they did know, the Russians," Keating said. "Look at everything that's there. The change of the name, that's corroborated. That he wanted to travel back to Russia, that's been corroborated. That he wanted to enlist with extremists, that's corroborated. I mean, everything that was in that [warning] has been corroborated."
The official name change request was first reported Wednesday by the Los Angeles Times. The newspaper, citing unnamed law enforcement officials, said Tsarnaev intended to adopt the name of Emir Muaz, an Islamist militant killed in 2009 by Russian forces.
But Boston Globe reporting indicates that Tsarnaev's inspiration may have been different.
During six months in Dagestan in 2012, Tsarnaev fell in with members of an Islamic advocacy group that believes in the establishment of an Islamic caliphate governed by sharia religious law that would span the Caucasus. They are sharply critical of US interventions in Muslim countries, but they do not openly espouse violence, and they are not outlaws.
His associates in Dagestan told the Globe that when Tsarnaev learned that he was named after a medieval Mongol warlord who conquered much of Central Asia, he wanted a new name. They said they chose the name Muaz, after an early Islamic scholar, and Tsarnaev adopted it. All of his friends in Dagestan know him as Muaz.
Also, as the Globe reported last year, a YouTube page apparently created by Tsarnaev in August 2012 adopted the user name Muazseyfullah, or "Muaz sword of God." The Arabic-origin name Muaz is translated as glorified or esteemed.
Tsarnaev was killed in Watertown during a shoot-out with police days after the April 15 attacks, which killed three people and wounded more than 260. His brother Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is awaiting trial.
On the citizenship forms, Tsarnaev provided his Yahoo e-mail address and listed that he worked for four months at a Home Depot in Quincy and two different pizza shops in Boston. He wrote that he had traveled out of the country for 178 days, writing that he had been in Russia but not specifying Dagestan, according to the government official.
Tsarnaev submitted the naturalization application on Aug. 28, 2012, and at that time indicated he wanted to change his name. About three weeks later, the FBI ran a name check and indicated that Muaz was an alias for Tsarnaev, the government official said. As part of the application process, Tsarnaev was interviewed by immigration officials on Jan. 23, 2013.
The elder Tsarnaev, whose brother and alleged accomplice Dzhokhar is awaiting trial in Boston, also indicated at the time his anti-American feelings, the source confirmed. At the bottom of the form, where the applicant is asked to take an oath of allegiance to the United States, Tsarnaev did not sign that portion. Instead, he printed his name, "Tamerlan.'' Then he scratched that out, and wrote, "Muaz.''
"The bottom line is the issue that he has that name; there's a story behind that, in retrospect, and we're all analyzing that," the government official said. "If I'm that guy who signed off on this form, I'm thinking about it now, but I'm not sure what I would have done differently."
One portion of the application asked if Tsarnaev had been a member of, or associated in any way with a communist, a totalitarian party, or a terrorist organization. According to the government source who has reviewed the application, Tsarnaev answered "no" to all three.
Paula Grenier, a spokeswoman for the US Citizenship and Immigration Service in Boston, said she does not have the authority to speak about the process by which immigration officers review citizenship applications or their level of interaction with other law enforcement agencies.
A government consultant who is working directly on the case agreed the revelation that Tsarnaev wanted a more Islamic sounding name brings into further focus his steady path toward militancy. But he cautioned that at the time, viewed in isolation, it would not necessarily have suggested anything sinister. "I think in retrospect it seems like a sign that he might have become more radicalized," said the consultant, who was not authorized to speak about the investigation publicly.
Peter Bergen, a terrorism expert at the New America Foundation, said there has been a pattern of Muslims changing their names after they have adopted terrorist aims.
Bergen cited the case of Carlos Leon Bledsoe, who opened fire at a military recruiting office in Arkansas in 2009, killing one and wounding another. Bledsoe, who had converted to Islam in 2004, changed his name to Muhammad in 2007.
At its hearing on Wednesday, the Homeland Security Committee lauded the efforts of local law enforcement officials during the manhunt to catch the Tsarnaev brothers.
They had six more bombs in their car and were on their way to New York City's Times Square when they were stopped by police in Watertown, according to Representative Michael McCaul, a Texas Republican and the chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security.
McCaul asked Watertown police Chief Edward Deveau, Sergeant Jeffrey Pugliese, and several other Watertown officers involved in the shoot-out to stand up and be recognized. Former Boston police commissioner Edward Davis, who also testified, was praised for his leadership during the crisis.
"I can tell you one thing: For 8½ minutes, we were the best damn Police Department in the world," Deveau said.
McCaul said the committee in its investigation had found that several "flags and warnings" had been missed and "sytemic problems" had led to Tsarnaev falling off "our radar."
While some agencies have said that detecting Tsarnaev's increasing radicalization would not have made any difference in the bombings, McCaul said, "It likely would have been clear that he was becoming more and more of a threat to the community."David Filipov, Martin Finucane, and John R. Ellement of the Globe staff contributed to this report. Bryan Bender can be reached at email@example.com. Matt Viser can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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We're proud to be a part of the Not Faceless movement, which celebrates the many ways the Tictail community represents the opposite of fast fashion. Here's a little more information about what makes us a Not Faceless brand:"Being a young brand run by a small team means that we are very involved in every step of the design and production process. It is so important to us to know that we are delivering shoes that we can truly trust and be proud of. We love the quick and close communication we can have with our customers, whether it's answering a question or sending off a pair of shoes, complete with a handwritten personal note!
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Located on 22 acres of woodland on the shores of Upper Porter's Pond, Fuller Craft provides picturesque views, an artful environment, and an experienced staff to help plan your special wedding event. Fuller Craft's largest room, The Great Room features changing exhibitions of contemporary craft in a beautiful theater environment. This large space is simple in design and color, allowing you to create the reception of your dreams. Surrounded by artwork and views of the sculpture garden and Upper Porter's Pond, artKitchen Café at Fuller Craft is the perfect setting for an intimate gathering. On view year round, they have rotating exhibitions that fill the environment with a creative energy to inspire your guests and elevate your special event. Wedding Packages includes an Event Coordinator, professional staff, security, greeter, ceremony space, reception, and a parquet dance floor. With stunning locations both indoors and outdoors, Fuller Craft Museum has everything you'll need for an unforgettable wedding event.
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In the spring of 1949,our history teacher at Savannah High School, Mr. Langford decided his students needed to go to our nation's capitol.
Ethel remembers that it was a trip arranged by Sims' Travel Agency and that Mr. and Mrs. Sims went along as chaperones. I remember that we had a wonderful time.
It isn't Washington, D.C., that I recall so fondly, it was another city we visited on the way, a city that dates back to the 1600s, Williamsburg, Va.
We wandered up and down the unpaved streets of this historic town, saw things in the small shops we had only read about like spinning tops and whistles carved from wood.
We didn't quite know whether the picket fences around the houses were meant to keep the animals in or out. Years before Disney brought us his imaginary world, Williamsburg took us to the past in a way that made its history come alive.
We loved it.
In the years since, I have made more trips to this city between the James and York Rivers and each visit I find more things to see and do.
There are guided tours of homes where the docents tell stories of how the former inhabitants lived and loved and died,what clothes they wore and foods they ate.
The governor's palace, most grand, has been recreated and has enough weapons in its entry hall to please even the most blood thirsty young boy with adventure in his heart even when it is carefully explained the swords and guns were not necessarily used in battle, but hung on the walls to impress native Indian visitors.
Williamsburg has always been a place that pleases all ages and on my last visit, it was great fun to follow the actor citizens down the Duke of Gloucester Street as they enacted scenes from the past, a husband tempted by the bonus offered ,joins the King's army to the dismay of his wife, a gentleman being brought to trial for treason and most impressive, we were in the crowd that watched as the King's man in an authentic 1700s uniform astride his horse and accompanied by not only his Aide de Camp but fife and drums shouts out to the populace, that was us, that we should support our gracious King George.
Oh, he was a sight to see, all dressed in red and white and gold on his beautiful spirited mount.
There are taverns to visit and museums with treasures that are a joy to the eye.
A bus system does a continuous circuit around the Williamsburg settlement proper and it is free, my favorite price.
For a special tour, there is a choice of horse drawn vehicles to choose from. We rode in the same kind of passenger wagon that once made scheduled runs to the city of Richmond.
In the center of Williamsburg is Brewton Parrish Church, which holds regular services to which all are invited to attend.
It is not surprising to find students jogging through the streets as the campus of the College of William and Mary, dating to 1693, the second oldest college in America and founder of Phi Beta Kappa, adjoins this historic town.
Whether you are in Williamsburg for the Grand Illumination in December or any other month of the year, this is an important piece of our heritage every American should experience.
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Royal Park Hotel and Hostel
At low rate prices, Royal Park Hotel and Hostel offers great accommodation at an affordable price in Manhattan, just off Broadway.
It's located on 97th Street, right beside Riverside Park and at just walking distance to subway 1, 2 and 3 (red line), which leaves you right in the middle of the lively town centre, full of restaurants, cafés, bars and jazz clubs.
Close by is the famous Central Park, Columbia University, Cathedral St. John the Divine (the largest gothic cathedral in the world) and the American Museum of Natural History.
All rooms are private with shared bathroom; ensuite rooms are also available. We offer some in-room facilities, such as free towels and blankets provided daily, daily housekeeping services and hairdryers (on request). All rooms have air conditioning/ceiling fans; ensuite bedrooms have individual air conditioning. All 64 rooms are private to suit your comfort and are non-smoking.
Our Single Private Shared Bathroom sleeps one on one twin bed; the Double Bed Private Shared Bathroom sleeps two on a double bed; the Twin Private Shared Bathroom sleeps two across two twin beds; the Four Bed Private Shared Bathroom sleeps four across two double beds; the Double Bed Private Ensuite sleeps two in a double bed; and the Four Bed Private Ensuite sleeps four across two double beds.
Our multilingual staff are happy to help with any queries. Vending machines and an ATM are available, as well as a printer (fees apply), luggage storage ($2 per day) and a shuttle bus to and from the airport (fees apply). There's no curfew or lockout.
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Hostel Facilities & Policies
- 24 Hour Reception
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Cancellation PolicyThis property has a 2 day cancellation policy. Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.
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We do not accept NY state residents. Rates do not include taxes (14.75% NYC Tax plus $3.50 Occupancy Tax per room per day).
Check-in: 3pm. Check-out: 11am. Payment is due upon arrival in cash only, please. The maximum stay is 14 days. Valid government-issued ID is required upon check-in. We have a 24hr cancellation policy. Reservations are not guaranteed after midnight on the day of arrival; please notify us ahead of time if you will be arriving after midnight.
The entire property is non-smoking.
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We're located at 258 West 97th Street between Broadway and West End Avenue. The 96th Street subway (the # 1, 2 & 3 trains 'the red line') is just around the corner.
From Penn Station or the Port Authority bus terminal:
Take the #1,2 or 3 line to 96th Street and the walk one block north, make a left on 97th Street and the Hotel is located on your left-hand side.
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Located near Central Park, Riverside Park, Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, Columbia University, and the Museum of Natural History. New York City Attractions: Empire State Building, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, New York Stock Exchange, Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, Broadway, Canal Street, Chinatown, Little Italy, Tribeca, Soho, Street Fairs, Lincoln Center, 5th Avenue, Downtown, Wall Street, World Trade Center, South Street Seaport, Ellis Island, Battery Park, Midtown.


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The Labor Day long weekend has just started! So some of you may be wondering, 'Hmmm-so when I have some free time and I'm not attending class, studying, or engaging in all the great Ohio State campus extra-curricular activities, what else could I be doing in Columbus?' Well there is definitely no shortage of fun to be had in this great capital. In fact, just a few minutes drive from Fisher is an intriguing little strip on Columbus's main High Street known as, 'The Short North Arts District.' From dining options to shopping experiences, this area offers something for everyone. Here are two sites I can't wait to check out on my next trip to The Short North:
- Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams: Jeni's is a Columbus favorite as the dessert shop was founded right here in the city in 2002. The ice cream maker is known for creating one of a kind, handmade delights with unique flavors. My current favorite is the Bergamont Frozen Yogurt. With every bite I get a burst of tart citrus and a slight hint of Earl Gray tea. Every time I visit Jeni's I am surprised with a new flavor combination that never disappoints!
- Gallery Hops: As The Short North is known as the Arts District, every first Saturday of the month the area is full of visitors crowded on the strip to see new art exhibits and watch live street performances. I have yet to experience my first Gallery Hop, but have heard so many good things about this event that it is definitely on my to-do list this year! Some of the MAcc students have even been chatting about organizing a group to gallery hop together!
I'll try to snap a few pictures from my next trip to share with all of you!


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Rachel V needed a new button or icon design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 53 designs submitted by 27 freelance designers.
ArtSEEN is a free-access, invitation based website designed for the art industry. It employs a robust global mapping system that provides map markers for individual members, arts organizations and businesses worldwide.
The ArtSEEN website will be designed to appeal to art industry professional individuals and organizations within specific geographic markets and targeted niches of the arts community. The website will offer an online network with mobile accessibility for personal and professional networking. The website will be focused on video uploads.
For the LOGO: Art Seen. Elements such as play button on online video|video screens| flashing red button are all ideas for development of logo in relationship to the video upload options on the website.
We are looking to have 10 Icons developed to place on Google Map API and for branding elements for the website.
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text: Barkly Pass, the stratotype for the Elliot Formation. These beautiful rocks hold ancient secrets. Lara Sciscio October 16, 2017 How we used the Earth's magnetic field to date rocks rich in dinosaur fossils Lara Sciscio, University of Cape Town The earth's own magnetic field offers a useful way to measure the age of rocks - information that can help unpack ancient events and aid our understanding of the present.


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As SQLite databases are not encrypted or password-protected by default, ways of maintaining their security should be found. When an SQLite database is stored on the file system of your server, if it's stored in a location that is "web accessible" (whether this URL is announced or not) it is possible that this could be found, downloaded, and exploited. If you don't keep sensitive information in an SQLite database, and don't mind that others see the stucture of your backend databases, this might not be an issue for you. However, in most cases, it is.
This isn't an SQLite-specific problem, as this problem exists in other different important files, exposed to a remote user (.inc, .class, .conf)...
Not that the security of SQLite needs to be enhanced, rather, implementers of SQLite databases should be aware of the security implications and use common sense.
- In the Zend SQLite tutorial (which is a must-read for all aspiring SQLite users), they suggest that you use the following syntax to open a database:
$db = $_SERVER['DOCUMENT_ROOT']."/../database.sdb"; $handle = sqlite_open($db) or die("Could not open database");
That makes a lot of sense, and is a simple way to ensure that the database is outside your DocumentRoot. An Sqlite database is a binary file. If you do not want to have people being able to download it, do not put it inside a web accessible directory. (Suggested by Aaron Wormus)
- If the database has to be stored in one of your web accessible directories just drop the following in a .htaccess in the same directory:
<FilesMatch "\.(sqlite|sdb|s3db)$"> Deny from all </FilesMatch>
This way it won't be possible to download the database from a remote computer. (Suggested by Aaron Wormus)
- Another trick you can do is to give your sqlite database a .php extension and create a table that would cause PHP to generate a parse error when trying to send the database to the user. That is, create a table named '<?php'. This will make it impossible for people to download the data inside your database. (Suggested by Ilia)
- Latest versions of DB_Sqlite_Tools support the insertion and retrieval "on the fly" of encrypted data to/from an SQLite database.
- Limiting scope for damage - On public access systems that provide a database, the scope for damage should be limited to the database itself. and a compromised administrative account should not be capable of accessing or damaging resources outside of the database container. Policy document relating to security of public access systems


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River Teme Christmas
Traditional Country Christmas in Mortimer Country
Take a relaxing break in River Teme to experience the magic of a country Christmas. Visitors can take advantage of one of the pre - Christmas special offers - to book a Christmas shopping break at the Milebrook House Hotel, a special Christmas party at The Lion Hotel, Leintwardine. or stay at one of River Teme's historic farmhouses & B&B's. All the details for the Christmas events and accommodation in River Teme can be found on www.exploremortimercountry.com
Christmas Events
In the weeks before Christmas you can get in the mood for Christmas & indulge in Christmas Shopping at the Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fair (at the end of November), Aardvark Books Christmas Event (December) or the craft shops of River Teme. Listen to Medieval Christmas music at the concerts in River Teme. You can even make your own Christmas gifts and visit Santa Claus at Croft Castle.
Last minute Christmas Presents
Buy a Christmas gift for keen cyclists with a cycling holiday voucher from Wheely Wonderful Cycling, or energetic teenagers will enjoy gift vouchers for paintballing & activity events from Oaker Wood.
Christmas Pudding and Christmas Food
The area is renowned for its food & drink – so join in our Stir up Sunday celebrations at Brampton Bryan. This is the traditional Sunday for making the Christmas Pudding, with the whole family taking turns to stir the pudding clockwise whilst making a secret wish. To stir anti clockwise – 'widdershins' - was asking for trouble! Stock up for Christmas with locally produced artisan food gifts from the local butcher AH Griffiths in Leintwardine, the Ludlow Food Centre and Ludlow Markets.
Christmas Walks
Work up an appetite by walking the Mortimer Trail, or take a pub walk from the Baron At Bucknell – who have a special booklet of 10 walks and a great value Christmas menus. Or walk from the pub in River Teme, look at our walking page to find out local walks.
Christmas Church services
As we approach Christmas join in the Christingle service at Leinthall Starkes and Leintwardine church's candlelit Frost Fair with mulled cider, hot seasonal food and crafts. Lastly all the churches of River Teme offer a warm welcome to visitors to their Christmas Carol services
Boxing Day Celebrations
Traditional country christmas, finishes with the Boxing Day meets of the local Hunt, who put on a spectacular display on the Boxing Day meet at Ludlow Castle.
Diary– all details can be found on www.exploremortimercountry.com


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New cancer guidelines to help adolescents and young adults
UNMC oncologist chairs panel that develops new guidelines to help guide adolescents, young adults through cancer
A University of Nebraska Medical Center pediatric oncologist, Peter Coccia, M.D., served as chairman of a national panel that developed patient guidelines to help guide adolescents and young adults with cancer through diagnosis, treatment and after therapy.
These guidelines answer patients and their family's most common questions related to how to prepare for treatment, what to ask the doctor, and explain the most common medical terms.
"The adolescent and young adult (AYA) group includes individuals between the ages of 15 to 39 and represents a challenging age group for oncologists to treat successfully," Dr. Coccia said.
The American Cancer Society's Cancer Journal for Clinicians notes that remarkable progress has been made in the treatment of children under the age of 15 and in adults over 40 years of age in the last 35 years, but there has been minimal improvement in the survival rate in the 70,000 new AYA patients with invasive cancer diagnosed yearly.
The guidelines were developed through the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®), a not-for-profit alliance of 21 of the world's leading cancer centers dedicated to improving the quality and effectiveness of care provided to patients with cancer. The UNMC Eppley Cancer Center at The Nebraska Medical Center is a charter member of the NCCN.
The NCCN Guidelines are developed and updated through an evidence-based process in which the expert panel integrates comprehensive clinical and scientific data with the judgment of the multidisciplinary panel members and other experts drawn from NCCN member institutions. Access to the NCCN Guidelines for Patients or any of the NCCN Guidelines is available free of charge at NCCN.com.
About the National Comprehensive Cancer Network
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®), a not-for-profit alliance of 21 of the world's leading cancer centers, is dedicated to improving the quality and effectiveness of care provided to patients with cancer. Through the leadership and expertise of clinical professionals at NCCN Member Institutions, NCCN develops resources that present valuable information to the numerous stakeholders in the health care delivery system. As the arbiter of high-quality cancer care, NCCN promotes the importance of continuous quality improvement and recognizes the significance of creating clinical practice guidelines appropriate for use by patients, clinicians, and other health care decision-makers. The primary goal of all NCCN initiatives is to improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of oncology practice so patients can live better lives.
The NCCN member institutions are: City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center, Los Angeles, CA; Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center | Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, Boston, MA; Duke Cancer Institute, Durham, NC; Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA; Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT; Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center/Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, Seattle, WA; The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins, Baltimore, MD; Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, Chicago, IL; Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Tampa, FL; The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, Columbus, OH; Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, NY; Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO; St. Jude Children's Research Hospital/University of Tennessee Cancer Institute, Memphis, TN; Stanford Cancer Institute, Stanford, CA; University of Alabama at Birmingham Comprehensive Cancer Center, Birmingham, AL; UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, San Francisco, CA; University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center, Ann Arbor, MI; UNMC Eppley Cancer Center at The Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, Nashville, TN.


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Katz RBI Wins Super NCAA Game 1; Game 2 Underway
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BATON ROUGE -- Ten minutes after resuming game 1 of the NCAA Super Regional in the 12th inning, LSU's Mason Katz hit an RBI single to center field to drive in Tyler Moore and move the Tigers within one win of the College World Series.
After a two hour, 34 minute rain delay on Friday, the game was called then resumed at 10:06 a.m. CT. Saturday.
LSU (47-16) put its pitching ace and game 2 starter Kevin Gausman on the mound to start the 12th inning, and he retired the Stony Brook side in order on 12 pitches.
In the bottom half, Moore hit a bloop single to right field off Seawolves closer Frankie Vanderka. Moore advanced to second on a sacrifice bunt by Austin Nola. After an intentional walk of JaCoby Jones, Katz laced a single to left-center field. Though Moore had to hold up waiting for the line drive to fall, he slid into home plate safely and the celebration started around Katz.
Katz tied the game in the bottom of the 11th with a solo home run before the delay on Friday.
"When (Austin) Nola came up with a guy on first, Coach (Mainieri) turned to me and JaCoby (Jones) and said 'one of you drive the run in,'" Katz said. "I said 'if he doesn't, I will.' They intentionally walked JaCoby and tried to get a double-play ball. I was going to do my best to drive something in the gap. In that situation, I was not going to hit into a double play. I wanted to get something early in the count to hit. That kid has a great curve ball. He threw me a curve ball and left it up in the zone and that was it."
First pitch of game 2 will be at 11:05 a.m. on the LSU Sports Radio Network (www.lsusports.net/live), televised by ESPN2 and streamed live on www.espn3.com.
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2010 NCAA Regionals - June 4
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2009 NCAA World Series - June 22
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2009 NCAA Regionals - May 30
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2003 NCAA Regionals - June 1
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2001 NCAA Super Regionals - June 1
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Long Beach State
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LAKELAND, FL (July 18, 2014) — The City of Lakeland and the Detroit Tigers have reached agreement on the terms and conditions that will be included in a contract that will extend the City's relationship with the organization another 20 years. The current contract signed in 2000 expires December 31, 2016. The new contract will solidify the Detroit Tigers continuing their Spring Training, their Class A Minor League operations with the Flying Tigers and their rehabilitative program at Joker Marchant Stadium and the TigerTown Complex through 2036.
City Manager Doug Thomas said, "The parties approached the negotiations with a win-win attitude and I am very pleased that both the City and the Tigers were able to accomplish our respective desired outcomes. We have developed a package that is cost effective for the City and continues to support the estimated $45 million in economic benefits associated with Spring Training and additional $18 million in economic impacts from the Flying Tigers to our community. In return, the Tigers will be provided contemporary facilities designed to enhance player development and improve the fan experience so it will allow them to remain competitive with their counterparts in Major League Baseball."
In anticipation of a new agreement, the parties have been involved in a process over the last two years that included tours of all the spring training facilities in Florida and Arizona to view best practice designs and to better understand the standards that are expected at current MLB facilities. The tours were followed up with a critical evaluation of the current configuration of Joker Marchant Stadium and the Tigertown Complex to identify the areas that would require improvements to allow the Tigers and the City to have facilities reflective of the market required for another 20 – 30 year contract period.
"The Detroit Tigers are thrilled this new agreement will ensure the ball club will maintain its winter home in the City of Lakeland for an unprecedented 100 years," said David Dombrowski, Tigers President, CEO and General Manager. "We are thankful and appreciative of the long-standing relationship with the City of Lakeland, Polk County and the State of Florida that in terms of years is second to none in all of Major League Baseball.
The proposed design of the complex calls for separate Major and Minor League clubhouses that will be constructed; improved and realigned seating areas including additional shading; a 360 degree walk around layout to allow fans to be in constant view of the game; upgraded concession and new vending areas; expanded press box facilities in response to growing media interest with international players; a new artificial field surface in the minor league complex; new team cafeteria equipment; various improvements throughout the complex to assist in player development and rehabilitation; and overall improved layout and security features consistent with MLB security measures.
Melony Bell, Chair of the Polk County Tourist Development Council said, "Polk County has enjoyed a strong relationship with the Detroit Tigers for 78 years. With today's announcement, we look forward to welcoming them back for another 20 years. According to the Florida Sports Foundation, the annual economic impact of the average Major League Baseball spring training operation in Florida is $47 million. We feel strongly that the Tigers have far more impact than that. Whether a Tigers fan chooses to come to Polk County for a month, or just drive to Lakeland for a day of baseball, all of our residents benefit from sales generated when these tourists are here."
R. Todd Danzler, Chairman of the Polk Board of County Commissioners said, "This announcement is great news for Polk County. We appreciate the Detroit Tigers' long-term commitment to Lakeland. The Tigers bring more than just spring baseball to the county. Their presence through their minor league affiliate, the Lakeland Flying Tigers and other uses of the ballpark bring crowds to Joker Marchant Stadium year round. Undoubtedly, our hotels, rental homes, restaurants and other recreational facilities benefit during the spring season when the Tigers are in our community."
Specifics of the agreement include the following terms:
• A total of $37 million will be available for capital improvements to the Joker Marchant Stadium and Tigertown Complex, to be completed and ready for occupancy by the Tigers in January 2017. The City contemplates a bond issue for the capital costs that will be amortized from the following sources:
– The State of Florida, through the Spring Training Retention Program will fund $1 million per year for 20 years.
– The Polk County Tourist Development Council will fund an income stream capable of amortizing a total of $14,560,000, payable over 20 years, or 39.4% of project costs, with total project costs not to exceed $37 million.
– The Tigers will provide funding through the payment of $530,000 per year to the City for 20 years, with such payments taking the form of rent, coupled with a management services fee, the latter of which includes CPI adjustments every five years.
– The City will fund an estimated $190,000 per year for 20 years.
Dombrowski said, "We believe the extensive enhancements to TigerTown will offer the loyal and passionate fans in Lakeland and the legions of Tigers fans that travel to Florida with a one-of-a-kind Spring Training experience. Lakeland plays a significant role year-round in the Tigers baseball operations and the planned renovations will provide the players with a state-of-the-art development and rehabilitation facility, certain to be amongst the best in all of baseball."
Mayor Howard Wiggs said, "We truly appreciate the partnerships with the Detroit Tigers, the State of Florida, the Central Florida Tourist and Development Council, and the City Commission for their financial support for the successor agreement. I would also like to thank our local legislative delegation, the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce, and local baseball supporters John and Becky Rodda, Robert Puterbaugh and others who helped the City in our efforts to amend the State's Spring Training Retention Bill which was a critical component in our negotiations."
"Congratulations to the Detroit Tigers, the City of Lakeland and Polk County for extending the longest spring training relationship between a community and a Major League Baseball team," said Florida Sports Foundation President John Webb. "This lease extension is a salute to the professionalism of all parties involved and the heritage and tradition both have enjoyed for almost eight decades. This agreement will continue their partnership to over 100 years of a mutually beneficial relationship. This unmatched partnership is a good example of Florida's strong sports industry and ensures Major League Baseball Spring Training will remain in the area for future generations to enjoy."


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April 15, 2004Los Angeles — Medicaid costs for a child's trip to an emergency room or clinic can be reduced annually by at least $198 per family when Head Start parents are provided with easy-to-understand health care guidance, according to a first-of-its kind study by the UCLA/Johnson & Johnson Health Care Institute.
The Institute's goal is to train approximately 12,000 Head Start families nationwide by 2005, which could mean a significant savings to Medicaid of nearly $2.4 million annually in direct costs associated with unnecessary emergency room and clinic visits. Using $200 as the average cost for a visit to a hospital's emergency room and $30 for a clinic visit, researchers at UCLA estimate that the savings could reach many millions per year if funds were available to provide health literacy training for the nearly one million families served by Head Start. Most Head Start parents depend on Medicaid for their health care needs.
Parents who participated in the UCLA/Johnson & Johnson Health Care Institute's pilot and follow-up training sessions became better informed about their children's health, reducing by 48 percent the number of unnecessary trips to an emergency room and by 37.5 percent to a clinic for routine illnesses, such as a cold, cough or mild fever. This also translated to a dramatic drop in the number of lost days at work (43 percent) and at school (41 percent).
Further, the studies documented a profound improvement in parents' confidence in trusting their own good judgment. Parents reported universally that, for the first time in their lives, they had the know-how to take charge of their children's health care needs.
"Head Start parents, like all good parents, want only the best for their children. Our studies showed that by raising the health literacy of Head Start parents, they could immediately apply that knowledge to become the first line of defense in taking care of their children's health," said Ariella Herman, Ph.D., Senior Lecturer of Operations and Decision Sciences at UCLA Anderson School of Management and lead investigator of the studies. "The findings could have far-reaching implications in bringing down Medicaid costs."
Inspired by Head Start Directors
Entitled Ensuring Positive Health Outcomes in Head Start Children and Families, the research by Dr. Herman was inspired by Head Start Directors who were graduates of the Head Start-Johnson & Johnson Management Fellows Program held at the UCLA Anderson School of Management. Founded in 1991, it is the only executive management program of its kind.
In 2000, a survey of Head Start-Johnson & Johnson Fellows from around the U.S. revealed a shared concern: parents simply lacked the time and basic health care knowledge to become better informed about their children's health. The Fellows, all Head Start Directors themselves, believed that if parents could become better informed about fundamental health issues, it could lead directly to healthier outcomes for their children.
Started as a pilot project in 2001, the UCLA/Johnson & Johnson Health Care Institute will enter its third year in April 2004 at the annual meeting of the National Head Start Association in Anaheim, Calif. By the end of 2005, the Health Care Institute estimates it will have trained 79 agencies, 790 staff and 11,600 parents.
"We are extremely proud of our programs for Head Start directors and the impact that they have had on the lives of thousands of mothers, fathers and young children," said Alfred T. Mays, Worldwide Vice President of Corporate Contributions and Community Relations for Johnson & Johnson. "With the right training and tools, we are all empowered to achieve personal and business goals and to make healthier decisions. That's what we've seen in the over 900 directors who have become Johnson & Johnson Fellows."
The UCLA/Johnson & Johnson Health Care Institute's 10-year goal is to serve 400,000 Head Start families, reaching approximately half the Head Start agencies in the U.S. Findings of the pilot study, which involved 400 parents, are available in the June 2004 issue of the Journal of Community Health.
What to Do at 99.5°
In the pilot and follow-up studies, involving 1,600 parents at 14 Head Start agencies, Johnson & Johnson gave parents a medical reference guide, What To Do When Your Child Gets Sick, by Gloria Mayer, R.N., and Ann Kuklierus, R.N. Designed for readers with low health literacy, the guide offers easy-to-understand information on more than 50 common childhood medical issues, from fevers and minor scrapes to chicken pox and head lice.
Head Start parents were surveyed about their family's health care habits three months prior to the training and six months afterward; at the outset, 80 percent said that they did not have a single childcare book at home to reference for help when a child fell ill.
Prior to the training, parents said they were "very confident" about taking care of their sick children. Yet the study found that 49 percent said they would take their child to a clinic for a runny nose and cough rather than provide care at home. Over 50 percent of parents did not know what to do with a child who had a temperature of 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit.
Parents surveyed post-training were, in practice, more confident, with 90 percent reporting that they used the book, some as often as four times in six months. In addition, 84 percent of parents said they were now more at ease in taking care of their child's health care needs.
Proper Training, Better Quality of Care
From the start, an objective of the UCLA/Johnson & Johnson Health Care Institute training was 100 percent parent participation. Historically, Dr. Herman said, Head Start parents faced significant barriers in taking advantage of any type of training offered by Head Start agencies, such as not having childcare or transportation, or working two jobs.
Participating Head Start agencies were allocated funds to ensure 100 percent parental involvement. Agencies turned the training sessions into easily accessible events, offering transportation, on-site childcare and meals, plus copies of the book.
According to Mernell King, former director of the Head Start program in Hannibal, Missouri, which participated in the pilot and follow-up study, "personal empowerment" has been the greatest impact for the families. "The program is a miracle for Head Start families, saving lives and money in our community and giving parents the knowledge to act as primary teachers and nurturers of their children," said Ms. King.
Johnson & Johnson is the world's most comprehensive and broadly based manufacturer of health care products, as well as provider of related services, for the consumer, pharmaceutical and medical devices and diagnostics markets. The Company is headquartered in New Brunswick, NJ.
In 1991 Johnson & Johnson and UCLA joined to strengthen the entrepreneurial management skills of Head Start Directors through training at UCLA Anderson School of Management's top-ranked Harold Price Center for Entrepreneurial Studies. The UCLA/Johnson & Johnson Health Care Institute was formally established in 2003 to determine strategies for assisting Head Start families in gaining health care knowledge and to study the impact of health literacy in assuring children are receiving the best health treatment possible.
Johnson & Johnson Fellows of note include Helen Taylor, who later became the Head Start Associate Commissioner in Washington, D.C.; Ron Herndon, current chairman of the National Head Start Association; Manda Lopez, executive director of the National Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Association; Amanda Bryans, director of operations for the Head Start Bureau; and Lawrence Pucciarelli, director for the Head Start State Collaboration for Rhode Island, among others.