text:
Nursing unions
As I stated in my recent blogs, I am in the process of changing jobs. I did get a new job that I start in about in a week. I am really excited about this new opportunity and the new challenges this position will give me. Here's the funny thing…it's a union position! I have to join the union if I want to work for the organization.
Now to make it clear, I did talk to the Human Resources and even the union representative to find out how I can opt out of the union membership. But, because the company is based out of another state, and that state does not require that employees have the option to opt out of membership, I am forced to join the union.
This actually makes my point about the power of the nursing union. Actually it's not even a nursing union; it's like the organization of food service workers or something like that. But, it makes my point of the greed of the union leadership. The leadership makes sure that they will receive their dues and membership fees no matter what.
To be fair, I will reap the rewards of what the union strong arms the company in to giving the employees, but I don't feel bad about it since I am forced to pay union dues that I don't feel I should have to be forced to pay. If I were allowed to opt out of the union membership, did not have to pay dues, then I feel it would be fair that I did not receive the benefits the union negotiates.
Career, Coworkers, Nurse Benefits, Nursing Blogs, This I Believe
Rob Cameron is currently a staff nurse in a level II trauma center. He has primarily been an ED nurse for most of his career, but he has also been a nurse manager for Surgical Trauma and Telemetry unit. He has worked in Med/Surg, Critical Care, Hospice, Rehab, an extremely busy cardiology clinic and pretty much anywhere he's been needed.Prior to his career in nursing, Rob worked in healthcare finance and management. Rob feels this experience has given him a perspective on nursing that many never see. He loves nursing because of all the options he has within the field. He is currently a grad student working on an MSN in nursing leadership, and teaches clinicals at a local university.Away from work, Rob spends all of his time with his wife and daughter. He enjoys cycling and Crossfit. He is a die hard NASCAR fan. Sundays you can find Rob watching the race with his daughter.
By Rob Cameron
Post a Comment
3 Responses to Nursing unions
Good luck with the new job opportunity Rob!
Rob, you are lucky. In NY nurse managers are forbidden to join unions at all. I feel fortunate to be in 1199. What I pay in dues easily covers the cost of health care coverage I would have to pay for myself. Also, I would have been fired long ago for no cause – other than the machinations of a nutcase former manager and his cabal of religious bigots. Join and enjoy.
Nurses wouldn't have to unionize or strike if they were treated fairly. Over-worked nurses suffering with extremely long shifts cause a terrible deterioration in patient care. If a couple dozen nurses got so tired of the bad treatment they were getting from the management and decided they had enough and quit would they be abandoning patients? No. The hospitals need to improve conditions, therefore they are responsible for keeping the nurses there in a favorable environment. It's unfortunate that it has to resort to unionization, but there are great places to work without them, and there are horrible places also. It's these horrible places that continue to under-staff, and over-work their nurses that bring upon a union push. When you are FORCED into 6 days straight of 14 hour days with no relief, and you fall asleep driving home…do you think your nurse manager really cares they schedule that way? When you make a mistake and lose your license, do you think your manager will stick up for you and say "It's not their fault, we forced them into it." No. We all hope we don't need a union, but there are places that they will do wonders…keep employees happy and therefore increase the level of care to the patients.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Veteran director Dasari has announced five new films.
He would be producing and directing five films shortly. His next directorial venture is titled Vaddi Kaasula Vaadu, a political satire. Dasari has directed 150 films so far.
This new film that focuses on a peon who works in a Chief Minister`s office is his 151st directorial movie. He will also be playing the lead actor in it.
He will also be directing another film with Manchu Vishnu as hero. He announced these new projects today at a press meet.


text:
Tim Allen's Sitcom Man Up Lands at ABC
It will no doubt be Sharron Angle's favorite show.
Tim Allen's return to TV comedy is a go, and he'll be back at the network that launched his sitcom Home Improvement almost twenty years ago: ABC. After a fierce bidding war between ABC and CBS, the network just won the rights to Allen's new sitcom, Man Up; it's described as a multi-camera family comedy about a guy whose manhood is under siege in a world of women. Though Allen hasn't yet signed on to star, ABC has committed to a put pilot for the retro-sounding series, which has at least one modern feather in its cap: It's being scripted and executive produced by 30 Rock's Jack Burditt. Might it be a perfect fit for the TGIF lineup ABC is rumored to be resurrecting? Allen himself would no doubt grunt his assent.


text:
|Work hours
|Add information
|The VSU Department of Elementary Education offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and certifications.
|The mission of the Department of Elementary Education is based on the COE theme, "Preparing Professionals for Service." In reflection of this theme, the faculty is committed to preparing professional teachers who can effectively demonstrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills necessary to teach children in ways that enhance their overall growth. They will also be able to make reflective, ethical, theoretical, and pedagogical sound decisions when planning and implementing curricula and programs. In collaboration with public schools, other child-care professionals, and community agencies, the diverse Elementary education faculty strives to provide information and experiences that will broaden students' perspectives to encompass a global view of the teaching/learning process, while maintaining a clear vision of the needs of children and families in our service area. It is our intention to maintain high standards of professional excellence to prepare our students to successfully teach and administer programs in a variety of educational settings.
|The Department of Elementary Education at Valdosta State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, certifications, and hands-on experience in teaching prekindergarten through 5th grade students. Here, you will work with experienced faculty members and mentors who teach in one of our many regional schools as you prepare for a successful career in education.


text:
Double or Quits
A chance to win some free cash every weekday morning on Great Morning
Every morning Monday to Friday, John and Mary Anne give you a chance to start off your day with some free cash. Answer the question correctly and the money is yours. And if you are daring enough, you can double your cash by attempting to answer a second question.


text:
At S & L Fine Foods and A.G.D., our priority is to deliver value to our customers. We know that you need to deliver quality and consistency every day. Our brands range from dairy, cold cuts, grocery items, lamb and beef. We carry the best value in the business. Our partner brands are carefully selected to make sure that they meet our stringent quality, cost and consistency standards. Our featured brand manufacturers fully understand that their success is directly tied to yours, and they go the extra mile to ensure that they earn your trust. We are confident that our brands will meet and surpass your requirements to help you build customer loyalty and grow your business.
Primavera - Veggie omelet
Category: In Stateroom Breakfast and Main Restaurant
Recipe Name: Primavera - Veggie omelet
Yield: 1 portion
Date: July 23rd 2009
- Whole eggs
- Sliced onions
- Sliced red/green bell peppers
- Sliced mushrooms
- Green asparagus
4 oz
As needed
As needed
As needed
- Sliced all vegetables, sauté with olive oil.
- Mix the whole eggs with the vegetables, cook through.
- Present as per the picture.
- Add the side dish as per Guest order
Taste the difference at the first bite.
Our line of meat comes from T & R Pastoral which is strategically located in Southern Australia. T & R Pastoral has easy access to premium livestock of clean, green southern Australia: an assurance that the process begins the way it should end -- with quality. From this impressive stock, we carry a wide range of frozen grass-fed beef and 6 to 10 month old lamb including:
Total Reliability.
That's the T & R promise.
From the outset, our goal has been to provide the market with traditional Italian meat specialties some of which weren't otherwise available in the market and many of which available only on a regional basis in Italy. We hope to improve the selection of fine Italian meats and in so doing provide exciting new culinary experiences for our customers.
We use flavor as our guide in selecting our suppliers. Humanely raised animals provide the highest quality mean and organically grown spices provide the most vibrant flavours. We also make sure that our suppliers honor traditional artisan practices by using natural casings for our salamis.
Our line of artisan deli meats includes the following:
Brera Delicatessen is the retail arm of S & L Fine Foods, Inc. that showcases an impressive selection of cheeses, cold cuts and other gourmet items from Europe. At the full-service counter, we encourage tasting cheese and cold cuts before you buy it. Brera is truly the place to feed your palate and soul. We believe that food is more than fuel – it engages the senses, inspires the imagination and nourishes the gatherings of family and friends. To us, food is an experience and we are lucky to share our passion for this experience with you.
Address: Ground Floor S & L Fine Foods Building
135-B Yakal St. San Antonio Village
Makati City, Philippines ZIP 1203
Tel. No.: (632) 836-7714
* Open daily from Monday to Saturday
Whether it's for a friend at work or one of the family, BRERA Gift Packs is a delightful gift.
There is a variety of packaging to choose from and all contains quality products that you will personally hand pick to fit your theme and budget. Our friendly Deli Staff are also happy to assist you in putting your gifts together.
Powered by NETPOD. XHTML and CSS.


text:
Faculty Research Page
Helen Bateup
Assistant Professor of NeurobiologyLab Homepage: http://mcb.berkeley.edu/labs2/bateup/
Research Interests
Neurons dynamically modulate their synaptic inputs in a variety of ways to facilitate learning and storage of new information. At the same time, specialized mechanisms are in place to maintain excitability and firing within a bounded range to preserve balanced activity in neural circuits. The careful integration of these processes allows neurons to maintain homeostasis in the face of constant change. Notably, alterations in this delicate balance are thought to contribute to the manifestations of neurological and psychiatric disease. The goal of my laboratory is to understand the molecular mechanisms by which neurons modulate synaptic, neuronal, and network excitability. In particular, we are interested in how mutations in genes associated with disorders such as epilepsy and autism lead to altered synapse and circuit function. To investigate this, we are taking a multi-disciplinary approach incorporating molecular, biochemical, imaging, electrophysiological, and behavioral analyses in mouse models and patient-derived human cells. Through this diversity of approaches we hope to understand how molecular events change cellular and network function to ultimately impact behavior.
Current Projects
Basal ganglia dysfunction in autism spectrum disorders
The basal ganglia are a group of sub-cortical brain structures responsible for integrating sensory and motivational information to select and learn appropriate actions. We are studying how dysfunciton of the basal ganglia contributes to the behavioral manifestations of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). To investigate this, we use slice electrophysiology and behavior tasks in genetic mouse models of ASD to determine the relevant circuits, cells and synapses that may be comprimised in autism.
Genetically defined human neuron models of neurodevelopmental disorders
Recent advances in cellular reprograming and genome editing have endabled the generation of genetically engineered human cells for in vitro disease modeling. We are leveraging these approaches to generate a human neuronal model for the neurodevelopmental disorder Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC), caused by mutations in the mTOR regulators TSC1 and TSC2. Our goal is to determine how mutations in the TSC genes impact human neuronal development and function.
Unraveling the complexity of neuronal mTOR signaling
The mTOR pathway is a central signaling hub that integrates intra- and extracellular signals to control processes related to cell growth and metabolism. Mutations in components of the mTOR pathway lead to syndromic neurodevelopmental disroders including TSC, which are often associated with ASD, epilepsy, and intellectual disability. It is not well understood how deregulated mTOR activity leads to neurological and psychiatric dysfunction. To investigate this, we use molecular profiling and biochemical approaches in mouse and human neurons to define the up- and down-stream components of the mTOR pathway. In addition, we are using imaging and electrophysiology to determine the functional impact of mTOR signaling perturbations, and test approaches to restore balanced mTOR activity in the context of disease.
Selected Publications
Blair, J.D., Bateup, H.S., and Hockemeyer, D.F. (2016) Establishment of Genome-edited Human Pluripotent Stem Cell Lines: From Targeting to Isolation. J Vis Exp, Feb 2;(108):e53583. doi: 10.3791/53583.
Bateup, H.S., Denefrio, C.L., Johnson, C.A., Saulnier, J.L., and Sabatini, B.L. (2013) Temporal dynamics of a homeostatic pathway controlling neural network activity. Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience, 6(28). doi: 10.3389/fnmol.2013.00028.
Bateup, H.S., Johnson, C.A., Denefrio, C.L., Saulnier, J.L., Kornacker, K., and Sabatini, B.L. (2013) Excitatory/Inhibitory synaptic imbalance leads to hippocampal hyperexcitability in mouse models of Tuberous Sclerosis. Neuron, 78(3), 510-22.
Bateup, H.S., Takasaki, K.T., Saulnier, J.L., Denefrio, C.L., and Sabatini, B.L. (2011) Loss of Tsc1 in vivo impairs hippocampal mGluR-LTD and increases excitatory synaptic function. Journal of Neuroscience, 31(24), 8862-9.
Bateup, H.S., Santini E., Shen, W., Birnbaum, S., Valjent, E., Surmeier, D.J., Fisone, G., Nestler, E.J., and Greengard, P. (2010) Distinct subclasses of medium spiny neurons differentially regulate striatal motor behaviors. PNAS, 107(33), 14845-50.
Bateup, H.S., Svenningsson, P., Kuroiwa, M., Gong, S., Nishi, A., Heintz, N., and Greengard, P. (2008) Cell type-specific regulation of DARPP-32 phosphorylation by psychostimulant and antipsychotic drugs. Nature Neuroscience, 11(8), 932-9.
Photo credit: Mark Hanson at Mark Joseph Studios.
Last Updated 2016-06-28


text:
Branding - Consulting - Signage
Installation & Maintenance
We specialize in custom signage products and services to make your business stand out in the marketplace.
Our services include(s) but not limited to:
Signage products Branding solutions
Promotional Items Real Estate signs
Printing Services Garage Signs
Sign erection, installation &
Maintenance Services
You are viewing the text version of this site.
Need help? check the requirements page.


text:
|Page (1) of 1 - 02/21/12
|email article
|print page
Head of Oregon firm indicted in NYC in fraud caseHead of Oregon investment research firm indicted in NYC securities fraud case
NEW YORK (AP) ' The president of an Oregon investment research firm has been indicted on securities fraud charges in New York City.
Federal prosecutors in Manhattan on Tuesday announced the indictment against John Kinnucan (kuh-NOO'-kun). He was arrested last week in Portland, Ore., and jailed without bail after the government claimed he left threatening voicemail messages with prosecutors.
Authorities accuse the president of Broadband Research LLC of using inducements to pump information out of public company insiders. They say he would then sell the information to hedge funds and money managers as if it were the product of legitimate research.
The indictment charges Kinnucan with conspiracy to commit securities fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud and securities fraud.
A phone message left Tuesday with his lawyer in Oregon hasn't been returned.
Page: 1
Related Keywords:Insider Trading Arrests,Fraud and false statements,Indictments,Arrests,Crime,General news,Corporate crime,Corporate news,Business,Law and order,Financial services,Industries


text:
Wayne's Daily Diary Archive
20 June 2007
- 25 May 2016
- Good-bye to the Solaise Cable Car!
I've been back now since May 2nd and have got stuck in with spending time with the girls, playing golf, getting the garden sorted, and getting used to life without my daily ski-fix and mountains! That can be difficult sometimes as we've a very special thing going in the winter and it's not easily replaced!
It's great to be back with the girls and I'm really pleased with their progress in their various endeavours. Millie is making rapid progress with her golf and is starting to look like a real player now, and her tennis is coming along as well. She's also taken up guitar lessons with a friend of ours and she's really enjoying her time with Jesse. Thanks Jesse! Katie is riding and thoroughly enjoying it, as well as her gymnastics which she seems to perform non-stop anytime, anywhere. And to top it all off both of the girls are doing really well at school, which I'm very pleased about as I was a rubbish student! Gill is keeping herself busy at work and by playing quite a bit of tennis, and is happy for me to be back making the pack-lunches, doing the school runs, going to the supermarket, (so far I'm quite a useful chap) and trying to help with the disciplining of the girls, which I'm also rubbish at!
Derek emailed a photo (which I've posted) of the Solaise cable car today just before the demolition work starts. It has been a fantastic lift over the years and has been a landmark for over 50-seasons, but it will be replaced with something incredibly high-tech and like many old and wonderful things it will be forgotten fairly quickly. I must say I haven't used it for quite a few years now and I'll miss the Solaise Express even more as I thought it was still a pretty useful and efficient lift. Anyway, thanks Derek, and it looks like it could have been a good powder day today on the 25th of May!
The planning for the 2016/17 season is up and running and I've already taken quite a few bookings so don't hesitate if you know your dates.
Stay tuned for more updates and photos soon!
- 2 May 2016
- A grand finish to a fabulous season!
After making it to the Tunnel in just under nine-hours I'm sitting in Starbuck's as there wasn't an earlier crossing. Bummer, but I'd rather be here than still driving! It was an easy drive as I had thoughts of a wonderful season and fantastic final weekend in my head, but mostly being on my way back to Gill and the girls kept me rocking on. My playlist started with Johnny Cash followed by John Denver for my trip through the Tunnel du Chat. Next up was Bob Dylan, then Pink Floyd, Creedence Clearwater Rivival, The Eagles and finally Led Zeppelin. I've another hour to go before my train so I thought I get the update done.
It was terrific final weekend and all those who were involved will probably be back next year hoping for more of the same. It was a first-time to late-season skiing for Alistair and John, as well as John D and they all had a superb time as well as late-season regulars such as the Campbell's, Paul W, Pascale and Steve. We missed Derek but he did the right thing by staying home and I know he'll be back for next season's end-of-season-celebration.
On Friday we had some lovely winter snow in the Glacier Pers followed by a nice mix of spring snow and powder in Tignes on Saturday. At this stage it was already a brilliant weekend but Sunday was very special as at least 30cm's of fresh winter powder awaited us and we had a 'maximum-turn' session to finish off the season. We skied three fantastic runs off the Fontaine Froide, one off the Diebold, and then opened up the Campanules, which was excellent. Then we headed up the Motte for two great runs top-to-bottom off the Genepy before finishing up with bonus turns from Tommeuses down. We had a perfect mix of enough cloud cover to keep the sun off the snow but just enough light to navigate and ski positively. The snow did start to warm up towards the end of the morning, especially down low but on the 1st of May no one was complaining. Both Clare and Pascale thought it was their best morning of the season, and that says a lot as it was a stunning season with so many outstanding days to look back on.
I'll remind you all about the late-season skiing early next April because it is a wonderful time to be in town as there is a festive atmosphere with a great bar and music scene and the skiing is fantastic. Mark it down now in your calendar and make sure you come out and join us.
Another 90-minutes of driving and I can sneak in and give the girls a kiss!
Have a fantastic summer and stay tuned for some summer updates. And come on Leicester!
- 1 May 2016
- What a finale!!!!!!
Wow, what a finish. Photos and report to follow tomorrow after I've arrived in the UK. Wow!


text:
Today's Featured Artist: Michael Godard
Transform your photos into one-of-a-kind, hand painted masterpieces!
Boundary: Bleed area may not be visible.
Click and drag to re-position the image, if desired.
Case Style
Image Size
The image is near the edges of the product but doesn't cover the entire product. Some of the background color may appear around the outside edges of the image.
Background Color
When It Pops galaxy s8 case by Darkest Artist. Protect your Galaxy S8 with an impact-resistant, slim-profile, hard-shell case. The image is printed directly onto the case and wrapped around the edges for a beautiful presentation. Simply snap the case onto your Galaxy S8 for instant protection and direct access to all of the phone's features!
Ships Within
1 - 2 business days
Wow! Fantastic.
I really like this! Wonderful expression!
This piece really impresses me the most. It literally grabs you and starts the thought processes to fire like a spark plug. Its busy and yet it has a simplicity in it with its colors. Would be nice to see a series like this.
Protect your Galaxy S8 with an impact-resistant, slim-profile, hard-shell case. The image is printed directly onto the case and wrapped around the edges for a beautiful presentation. Simply snap the case onto your Galaxy S8 for instant protection and direct access to all of the phone's features!
Average Rating (5 Stars):
September 24th, 2018
Sharon Riekman
September 22nd, 2018
The image on my iPhone case is beautiful, but there are white borders on both sides, so it looks cheap. Excellent artwork, poorly executed transfer onto phone case. I was told that the borders are a part of the file, but the borders didn't show online when I created my order. Very dissatisfied with execution and follow up from Fineartamerica
Dixie Aljets
September 22nd, 2018
Ian Berg
September 21st, 2018
11 x 15" watercolor painting.
Darkest Artist has always been influenced by revolutionaries and independent thinkers. She received her Bachelors Degree in English and a Minor in Art from UW-River Falls. She has shown her work locally in North Central Wisconsin, Minneapolis, New York City, and Fort Lauderdale, and is regionally represented by Arts of Daychola in Green Lake, WI. Online, Darkest Artist has been showing at Fine Art America, ArtBreak, Gawker, and other galleries. She is currently accepting new commissions for portraits and paintings. Her painting style encompasses realism, surrealism, abstract, and remodernism. If you'd like to get in touch with her, she can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com. Thanks for your interest and enjoy the gallery...
Our return policy is very simple:
If you're not happy with a purchase that you made on Pixels.com, for any reason, you can return it to us within 30 days of the order date. As soon as it arrives, we'll issue a full refund for the entire purchase price. Please note - Pixels does not reimburse the outgoing or return shipping charges unless the return is due to a defect in quality.
Pixels sells thousands of pieces of artwork each month - all with a 100% money-back guarantee. We take great pride in the fact that hundreds of thousands of artists have chosen Pixels to fulfill their orders, and we look forward to helping you select your next piece!
Customer Service: 877-807-5901
(Call Any Time - 24 Hours Per Day)
All galaxy s8 cases ship from our production facility within 1 - 2 business days of your order.


text:
The key to selling any negative message is to surround it with as many true facts and good intentions as possible, and then focus on the legitimate components so that the questionable ones seem almost unimportant.
Most of the people in the climate-change circle are well intentioned; they're environmentally conscious and have good intentions, though they may have a tendency to believe that man is almost always the source of the problem.
The same could be said for the environmental movement, animal welfare, and even the food-safety and nutritional movements. Their goals are generally good ones, and their concerns have at least some basis in truth. It's true that good science is sometimes replaced with hyperbole and extreme rhetoric but, for the most part, their intentions are clear.
Still, I believe it would be a mistake to believe that we in livestock production are dealing with passionate, well-intentioned people who occasionally are misinformed about the issues. These movements/causes also have elements within them that are simply trying to eliminate animal agriculture and will use whatever means they can to do just that.
In the London Times online edition this week, a leading global warming expert, climate chief Lord Stern, advocates giving up meat to save the planet. He highlights methane production, and goes on to say that "People will need to consider turning vegetarian if the world is to conquer climate change."
After discussing the wastefulness of meat production, he says that a successful outcome to the upcoming Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen would be for it to lead to soaring costs for meat and other foods that generate large quantities of greenhouse gases. He's long predicted that people's attitudes would evolve to the point that eating meat would become unacceptable.
It's nothing short of amazing when you read what the leaders of this movement are hoping to accomplish at this meeting. They're talking about radical changes of monumental scope. Simple statements like halving greenhouse emissions by 2030 don't even hint at the impacts that such a proposal would create.
Of course, with global temperatures actually cooling and the computer models having to be manipulated on almost a daily basis to maintain the two main themes that man is at fault and that we are headed toward catastrophe, people are becoming increasingly skeptical. Throw in the fact that boosting taxes, lowering standards of living, increasing unemployment and the like wouldn't be popular even in great economic times, and one has to hope that the radical agenda will crash hard against political reality.
The leadership of the climate-change movement is well aware of these issues, and increasingly is talking about shaping public opinion in order to raise the urgency level.
Their mantra today can be summed up as "create a crisis to advance your agenda." The bigger and more urgent the crisis the better, is the thinking. That's because it enables one to eliminate debate and divergent opinions and justify bolder actions. Be prepared for both over the next 40 days.


text:
Brian McDermott has been offered the Leeds job.
Mirror Sport revealed yesterday that Leeds have sounded out the ex-Reading boss about taking over at Elland Road
Leeds are now hoping to seal a deal with McDermott after further discussions about him taking charge.
It is understood that McDermott's reservations were about the ownership and direction of the club.
But Leeds hope McDermott will take it and crucially he is a free agent which is in contrast to their other main target Gus Poyet who has a big release clause from Brighton.
Leeds have been in turmoil since a takeover, and manager Neil Warnock left Elland Road last week.
Former QPR chief Mark Hughes is keen on the role too, but fans may not take to a man who played for Manchester United.
Leeds today released a statement confirming they are close to filling the job.
A statement said: "The process of appointing a permanent replacement for Neil Warnock has progressed significantly this week and when all matters are finalised we will be in a position to make a formal announcement.
"Neil Redfearn will remain as caretaker manager until such time when an appointment is made, and he is being kept informed of the situation by the club's board."


text:
Model portfolios resting up
Investing requires the patience to do nothing and the courage to act swiftly when required. Jason Prowd explains why recent underperformance is nothing to worry about.
Want to access this article for free?
Sign up for freeAlready have an InvestSMART
account? Log in
To conserve energy, cheetahs spend most of their day sleeping. Then, in the cooler mornings and at dusk they hunt, free from the searing Serengeti sun. The periods of rest before an attack make the cheetah a feared predator.
Investors can benefit from this strategy, too. As Warren Buffett's business partner, Charlie Munger, likes to say, 'There are huge mathematical advantages to doing nothing'. That's something to bear in mind when reviewing the performance of our model portfolios.
Income Portfolio


text:
I haven't installed Windows 7 yet, but before I did I wanted to be sure I knew how to remove it. I did a little researching and this is what I found.
Let me know if it works!
The dual boot video that Seth Rosenblatt did has me running XP and Windows 7 in two different partitions.
Can anyone tell me the best way to uninstall Windows 7?
If I delete the files and delete and merge the partition will the BIOS still ask me what OS I want to load?
Seth, if you are listening, maybe you can do another video.


text:
Personal money transfers
Whether you're emigrating, buying a property overseas, or simply need to make a quick overseas payment, your dedicated currency expert will guide you to select the right currency solution, ensuring you get the most for your money.
to the UK
transfers abroad
Overseas Property
Buying a property overseas can be stressful. Your currency exchange doesn't have to be. With more than 50% of our customers buying property abroad, our expert team will guide you through the process.
Read more about
overseas property Open a
personal account
Start your new life with as much money as possible by planning ahead with us and securing the best exchange rate. It could pay for your language classes, flights, or even a car in your new home country!
Read more about
emigrating Open a
personal account
Returning to the UK
Deciding to repatriate can become complicated and without guidance you could unexpectedly lose your hard-earned money. We'll help you get home with your earnings as fast and secure as possible.
Read more about
returning to the UK Open a
personal account
Retiring abroad
When transferring funds overseas using a pension, such as SIPP or QROPS, we can save you time and money with a range of services that are not available through your pension provider.
Read more about
retiring abroad Open a
personal account
General transfers abroad
Currency market fluctuation and bank charges can have a huge impact on your international transfers, whatever the direction. A personal currency expert will help you manage the market fluctuation risks and target the best exchange rate.
Find out more about
general money transfers Open a
personal account


text:
Star-Lord Has a Plan in Second 'Guardians of the Galaxy' Clip and 2 TV Spots
An action-packed, epic space adventure, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy expands the Marvel Cinematic Universe into the cosmos, where brash adventurer Peter Quill finds himself the object of an unrelenting bounty hunt after stealing a mysterious orb coveted by Ronan, a powerful villain with ambitions that threaten the entire universe. To evade the ever-persistent Ronan, Quill is forced into an uneasy truce with a quartet of disparate misfits-Rocket, a gun-toting raccoon, Groot, a tree-like humanoid, the deadly and enigmatic Gamora and the revenge-driven Drax the Destroyer. But when Quill discovers the true power of the orb and the menace it poses to the cosmos, he must do his best to rally his ragtag rivals for a last, desperate stand-with the galaxy's fate in the balance.
Guardians of the Galaxy comes to theaters August 1st, 2014 and stars Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista, Zoe Saldana, Michael Rooker, Ophelia Lovibond, Lee Pace, Glenn Close, Karen Gillan. The film is directed by James Gunn.


text:
Email Marketing Expert V2 is a latest and up-to-date step-by-step training viz with everything "Ready-to-Go†and "Done-for-You†that you can re-brand and sell to keep 100% of the profits you make from it. Inside this brand new Email Marketing Expert PLR youll learn and promote your business or services, learn and promote your client business or services, learn first and get your investment back by selling it for as much as you want, and much more… Grab it NOW with $79,000+ MRR BONUS and BIG DISCOUNT!
Log in to comment or register here.
Who Upvoted this Story
What is Pligg?
Pligg is an open source content management system that lets you easily create your own user-powered website.
Latest Comments


text:
Acorn Squash Filled with Baked Apples
- Prep: 5 min
- Cook Time: 1 hr 10 min
- Total: 1 hr 15 min
- Serving: 4
Acorn Squash Filled with Baked Apples is a flavorful and attractive side dish for a harvest dinner.
- 2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 3 tart apples, peeled, cored and cut into thick wedges
- 1/3 cup dark rum
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- dash each of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves
- Topping: 1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- Put the acorn squash, cut side down on a heavily buttered cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes, until tender.
- Saute apple wedges in melted butter for 6 minutes. Add brown sugar, rum and spices and bring to a boil for 2 minutes. Turn squash over and fill cavity with apple mixture. Bake 10 minutes.
- Mix bread crumbs and butter and sprinkle over apples. Bake for 5 minutes or until crumbs are brown.
Filed Under:
Side Dish Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes, Family Recipes


text:
Previous Cartoon | Next Cartoon
No Space Like HomeNo Space Like Home (1971) Theatrical Cartoon
This page has been viewed 6 times this month, and 1001 times total.
- Theatrical ShortShort
- Traditional Animation
- TerryToon Cartoons, CBS Films
- Distributed by: 20th Century Fox
- Cartoon Characters: Astronut, Oscar Mild, Gadmouse.
- Voice Actors: Dayton Allen.
- Directed By Art Bartsch.
- Produced By Bill Weiss.
- Animated By Art Bartsch.
- Written By Larz Bourne.
- Music: Jim Timmens.
- Editor: Jack MacConnell.
- Originally Released in Oct, 1971 (Estimate).
- Originally Released Theatrically.
- Running Time: 6 minutes.
- Color
Cartoon Summary:
Oscar has a crack in his house that just won't stop. Astronut comes along and shows him how they do it in outer space.
Cartoon Production Information:
Astronut was a kind, zany guy from outer space who always seemed to get into trouble. Oscar was his human friend. The last cartoon in this series, and the last theatrical cartoon produced at TerryToon Cartoons. Paul Houghton Terry passed away one... (more)
Cartoon Video:
Sorry, we do not have a video of No Space Like Home. If you have one, or know of one on Youtube, Vimeo or any other site, Let Us Know
Submit Additional Information:
Do you have anything to add to this page? Have we made any mistakes... or do you have any additional information about No Space Like Home? If so, we would love to hear from you. Please send us a quick note with your additions or corrections to this page, and we will make the corrections as soon as possible!
Cartoon Comments:
Do you love No Space Like Home, or do you think it is the worst cartoon ever? Let us know what you think! Surely you have an opinion... so share what you think. Take a minute and post your own comments about this cartoon here.


text:
By Dana Feldman
LANCASTER, California (Reuters) - A Southern California dog-owner arrested after four pit bulls attacked and killed a woman near her home was ordered held on $1.05 million bail on Friday after being charged with second-degree murder.
Alex Donald Jackson, 29, was charged on Thursday in what legal experts said was an unusual instance of prosecutors accusing a dog owner of murder in a fatal mauling, especially when the owner may not have been present during the attack.
Jackson was arrested a day after the May 9 incident in the high desert community of Littlerock after Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies searching for the dogs said they found a marijuana "grow operation" at his home.
Six pit bulls and two mixed breed dogs were seized from Jackson's house. Some were found with blood on their coats and muzzles that authorities said forensic DNA tests linked to the victim, 63-year-old Pamela Maria Devitt.
Jackson did not enter a plea on Friday at a hearing in Los Angeles Superior Court of Antelope Valley, during which Judge Steven Odgen set his bail.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Devitt had been walking or jogging when pit bulls attacked her on a roadside in the community, about 65 miles east of Los Angeles. Devitt died in an ambulance of blood loss after suffering 150 to 200 puncture wounds.
Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Samantha Macdonald said that since January authorities had received at least three other reports of Jackson's pit bulls attacking people. He faces a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted.
"We're just going to try to prosecute to the fullest extent of the law," Macdonald told reporters after Friday's hearing. "Our theory is implied malice."
Stan Goldman, a criminal law professor at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, said it was rare for the state to seek a murder conviction against a dog owner and that such cases were more often prosecuted as involuntary manslaughter or gross negligence.
Jackson's lawyer, Robert Chu, left court on Friday without speaking with reporters.
In 2001, Diane Whipple, a 33-year-old collegiate lacrosse player and coach, was fatally mauled by two Presa Canarios, a dog breed that can grow as large as 130 lbs (60 kg), in a hallway outside her San Francisco apartment.
The dog's owners, a married couple who lived in the same apartment building, were convicted of involuntary manslaughter and the wife was found guilty of second-degree murder.
(Writing by Cynthia Johnston; Editing by Toni Reinhold)


text:
Newman's own character is full of paradox. Here is a man who spent the first half od his life trying to persuade the Church of England to be more like the Church of Rome and the sceond wishing thaqt Roman Catholics were more like Anglicans. Beyond other theologiansm, he exalted the episcopal office; yet he spent much of his life annoying bishops of both his Churches. A catholic of liberal bent, he repeatedly denounced Liberalism as one of the greatest evils. — Anthony Kenny, "Cardinal of Conscience," Times Literary Supplement (30 July 1010): 3
- A Biography of Newman
- John Henry Newman: His Developing Faith, His Life as a Catholic
- John Henry Newman: A Chronology
- Newman as Autobiographer
Recollections of Newman
Last modified 30 November 2010


text:
IMPACT trade union has rejected a claim, made by the Dublin City Council's chief executive Owen Keegan, that street cleaning and road and housing maintenance jobs in Dublin city are at risk of privatisation.
Mr Keegan's claim follows a decision by councillors to block his plans for a 'super depot' in the Marrowbone Lane area of the city.
IMPACT, which represents street cleaning and road and housing maintenance staff at the local authority, doesn't accept there is a need to privatise any services regardless of what happens to the Marrowbone Lane site.
IMPACT official Shane Lambert said "It is a nonsense to say that privatisation will be the inevitable result of a decision on Marrowbone Lane as there are plenty of alternative sites that could be developed.
"Councillors expressed concern over the lack of green spaces and amenities in the Dublin 8 area, and I think it's important to recognise the needs of the local community in any decisions about how services are developed in the area.
"No case for privatisation has been put to union, and we don't believe there is a valid case to be made. IMPACT will strongly resist any attempt to outsource or privatise council services, and it is completely unacceptable to threaten privatisation as a response to the decision by the council," he said.
Update: Thursday 9th June
IMPACT industrial relations officer Shane Lambert has written to Dublin City councillors (Thursday 9th June) to say the union does not accept there is any need to privatise services, and that no proposals on the consolidation of council depots have been put to the union. Read the full letter here.


text:
Harkin's Retirement Creates Senate Opening for the GOP
It is going to be very difficult for Republicans to win the six seats they need to gain control the Senate in 2014, but their chances have improved slightly thanks to the retirement of Iowa Democrat Tom Harkin. Over the weekend Harkin surprised the political world by announcing he will not run again in 2014. From Harkin's office:
At the end of this term I'll be 75. When the current Congress is over, I will have served in the United States House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate for a total of 40 years. After 40 years, I just feel it's somebody else's turn. I can't put into words what an honor it is to serve Iowa. And I don't by any means plan to retire completely from public life at the end of this Congress. But I am going to make way for someone new in this Senate seat. I think that is right not just for me, but for Iowa, as well.
Harkin has represented the state for almost a four decades and as the chairman of a powerful committee he had the potential to be a very strong fundraiser. He is well known in the state and has an incredibly long history of winning. Without Harkin, the Republicans will likely have a better chance of picking up the seat in an open race.
Iowa is a true swing state. President Obama won 52 percent of the vote in 2012 but in 2010 Republican Terry Branstad won the gubernatorial election with 53 percent of the vote. It won't be surprising if the open Iowa senate race was one of the most hotly contested elections of 2014.
It is interesting that Harkin announced his retirement just days after the Senate Democrats failed to reform the filibuster, which has been a long term goal of Harkin's. When Democrats chickened out Harkin said President Obama "might as well take a four-year vacation" because Senate Democrats effectively killed any chance of advancing his agenda.
It appears Harkin decided to follow his own advice. There is after all little point to being part of a majority if it doesn't want to govern.


text:
Know more about this business than we do? Cool! Please submit any corrections or missing details you may have.Help us make it right
Be the first AL.com user to add photos or videos of Moody Parkway Church Of God
Moody Parkway Church Of God was founded in 2000, and is located at 3046 Moody Pkwy in Moody.
Moody Parkway Church of God can be found at Moody Pky 3046. The following is offered: Religious Organizations. The entry is present with us since Sep 8, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In Moody there are 10 other Religious Organizations. An overview can be found here.


text:
The latest forecast by the National Agricultural Statistics Service of the US Department of Agriculture has predicted an increase in Florida orange production, while grapefruit production has declined.
The May report projects the state's orange crop to increase to 68m boxes for the 2016/17 season, while the grapefruit crop dipped to 7.8m boxes.
"It is heartbreaking to watch an industry you love work so hard to survive," said Shannon Shepp, executive director of the Florida Department of Citrus. "Florida Citrus is valued around the world for its premium taste and quality. We will not let that change."


text:
NORFOLK – A Plainview man is in jail after he was found asleep at the wheel Thursday morning.
Norfolk Police Capt. Michael Bauer says 36-year old Timothy Johnson was arrested Thursday. Officers were called to Ta Ha Zouka Park just after 6 a.m. Thursday after someone reported a man asleep at the wheel of a pickup and with his feet hanging out the front door.
Police identified Johnson when they arrived, and determined that he had an active warrant in Stanton County for non-payment of court costs related to a disturbing the peace case.
After arresting Johnson, officers say they found methamphetamine in his truck as well. Johnson is currently housed in the Madison County Jail.


text:
Note: This story mentions hetero cybersex, but since cybersex, as with not-so-cybersex, can be with any combination of gender, I ask that you apply the appropriate gender and affinity that suit you in your head, as you read. Thanks, Sapphire x
Believe it or not, this is not another homage to the long-and-best forgotten genre of Really Awful Erotica that made the rounds a couple of years back. This is about a true event — well, as true as anything else written here.
Sex in the office. It doesn't come more cliched than that, does it? If you pushed me to find an equivalent, with no real time for thought or consideration, I'd have to say that it ranks up there with French Maid costumes, doing it with the lights out, and teacher-pupil-fantasies for sheer lack of originality.
Not that I'm knocking any of the above. But you can't help but agree that cliches become cliches for a reason. Popularity, leading to overuse.
I've never been one to succumb to the obvious, or the tired, or the ordinary. However, when i found myself bent forward, over my familiar yet uncomfortably hard, Formica-coated desk, observing my Dilbert pen holder as a hard, thick cock pumped in and out of my slippery cunt, a thought flitted through my mind for the nanosecond that I was still capable of rational speculation: what a fucking stylized cliche this is.
Then i returned to the matter at hand, and came violently, shuddering with pleasure, and gushing all over his cock, his legs, his still-socked feet and the ugly gray carpet.
I'll tell you what, though: it may have been a cliche, but it was a rollicking good time.
Cybersex in the office can be a hazardous habit. Cybersex in and of itself is a wonderful thing — not as good as the real thing, sure, but it can be helluva fun. The frantically typed words between yourself and your digital fuck-buddy can up the ante on arousal better than any porn site. It's the words — and I know you understand this, gentle reader, because you have come here for the same reason. You enjoy reading about sex — who knows, maybe it even gives you the horn? Else why would you be here? So I know that you get it.
Ergo, the fun inherent in cyber-chat-sex is more likely to appeal to you. But as I said, cybersex in the office can be a hazardous habit.
The hazard is not so much how, as he describes to you how he'd want to take you there and then, regardless of the colleagues who surround you. Or the creeping blush of repressed shame and sparkling excitement as you read the hastily typed and oft-misspelled letters, as a result of his brain now existing solely in his cock and balls. Nor is it how you feel yourself moisten and then slipperize that's the hazard, or the way you hold yourself in while reading his words of lust before capitualting and scampering off to the bathroom to take care of the situation.
It's also not how you endeavor to keep a straight face, glancing oh-so-casually around to see if any of your colleagues have noticed the erotic flush that has illuminated your face, or that suddenly you're breathing twice as fast as usual. The inherent danger thrills you, added to not a little by your desperate thoughts of how you'll actually make up the work that you should have been doing while getting mentally laid via your fingertips. This too is not the real hazard.
The real hazard of cybersex is chat-fucking someone who is working not too far from you, and then drops over to your office late in the evening, as you pore over hastily scribbled meeting minutes, trying desperately to decipher action items that you need to complete before the following morning (that you should have been doing whyen your head was clearer and less tired but instead were having wild and passionate keyboard monkey love.
Because that's when the cybersex ends, the real sex begins, and the cliche is perpatuated. And it's so much better than the mental puffing and panting of yore, that it becomes addictive. And you start working later, hoping that he'll drop over and then bend you over — which he does, because the whole situation is no less addictive to him. And soon that's all you do, work and fuck. Fuck and work. Work. Fuck. Fuck. Work. Work, work, work. Fuck, fuck, fuck.
Actually, why is that a danger or a hazard again? Remind me, someone? Anyone?


text:
A man police believe is connected to a drive-by shooting in Wichita County is dues in 89th District Court Monday afternoon.
Joseph William Arrick Jr., 47, and Kimberly Rene Stone, 45, were arrested by police in November 2012 in the 1600 block of Bailey Rd for aggravated assault.
The Wichita County Sheriff's Office said they were able to find Arrick and Stone quickly because Arrick sent a text message to the victims saying he was going to shoot their house.
Arricks's pre-trial conference is scheduled to begin at 1:30p.m.


text:
North Carolina has a new state-record archery deer, all because Tim Watkins' plan came together when he arrowed a huge buck Sept. 18 in Stokes County.
A panel of four certified Pope and Young Club and Boone and Crockett Club scorers officially measured the buck this past week when the required 60-day drying period was completed, and it scored 170 1/8 points. It will supplant a 166 6/8-inch Guilford County buck arrowed in 2009 by Andrew Kerman as the state-record typical buck taken by a bowhunter.
Watkins' buck is the first North Carolina deer killed by a bowhunter to qualify for the Boone and Crockett Club's all-time record book – minimum score 170 – and it will tie for No. 16 among typical bucks taken in North Carolina by all methods.
A Stokes County resident, Watkins, 45, said he got regular images of a buck with extraordinarily long tines when he set up a trail camera in June on private land he hunts.
"He might not show up every day; he might miss two, three or four days, but then he'd be back," said Watkins, who has 150 trail-cam photos of the buck. "Sometimes I'd get four pictures of him in a day. I think he was roaming and rubbing. He had a little velvet on back side of his horns he hadn't got off yet (when he shot the deer). I had got pictures of him for 2½ months.
"The odd thing is I didn't have a picture of him in 2012," he said. "He must have come from some place else."
To keep the deer in his hunting area as much as possible, Watkins started feeding corn and apples on the ground near a pine tree that he'd chosen as a stand site.
"I was putting out 10 to 12 buckets of apples -- yellow delicious, wine saps, stamens and 'spice apples' – a week, then the week before (bow) season opened, I started putting out 200 pounds a week of corn," Watkins said. "The deer really liked the (spice apples)."
The afternoon of Sept. 18, Watkins got home from work at 3:30 and headed for his loc-on stand, 20 feet up in the pine, climbing in at around 5 o'clock.
"I was waiting on him," Watkins said. "I'd let a couple of borderline Pope and Young bucks walk that afternoon. He was the 16th deer I saw that evening.
"The wind was blowing in my face, but that deer came from behind me, and I don't know how in the world he didn't smell me. It was probably 7:15 or 7:20, just before dark. The wind had died down when he showed up with an 8-pointer."
Watkins said he knew this was the deer he'd been waiting to see because it walked so close to his tree stand. He pulled back the string of his Bowtech Allegiance compound bow and loosed a Gold Tip arrow armed with a two-blade collapsible Rage broadhead. To his surprise, the arrow flattened the buck —Watkins was shooting down almost vertically – going down through its spine.
"He was standing 11 yards from me," Watkins said, chuckling.
By the time he climbed down, the deer had expired.
"I thought his rack might go in the high 160s, and I guessed his weight at 170 and missed it by five pounds," he said. "He wasn't a big-bodied deer."
Joey Thompson, a N.C. Bowhunters Association record-keeper and a certified scorer for the Boone and Crockett and Pope and Young clubs, led a four-man team that scored the buck.
"When we have a potential state-record archery deer, we score it by committee," Thompson said. "We agreed on every measurement."
The rack had an 18 1/8-inch inside spread, main beams of 26 2/8 and 26 5/8 inches and brow tines measuring of 3 4/8 and 3 7/8 inches. The four longest tines measured 12 7/8, 12, 11 7/8 and 11 2/8 inches, and it had four other tines that taped 5 7/8, 6 6/8 inches, 2 2/8 and 1 2/8 inches. Seven of the eight circumference measurements were between 4 1/8 and 4 6/8 inches, with one taped at 3 7/8. Deductions included one abnormal point of 1 4/8 inches on the right main beam below the G3 tine and only 5 2/8 inches of asymmetry.
The rack's gross score was 176 7/8.
Taxidermist Billy Allen of Shoals is preparing the mount for Watkins to take to the 2014 Dixie Deer Classic.


text:
UNC Basketball: the Revolving Door of Unlikely Tar Heel HeroesFebruary 21, 2014
The North Carolina Tar Heels have once again stunned everyone that doubted them with a dramatic win over the No. 5 Duke Blue Devils, resulting in a court-storming frenzy and a massive celebration on Franklin Street.
Critics can say what they want about UNC's 2013-14 squad, but this team just gets it done.
Yes, these Tar Heels are young. No, there isn't one player that is truly dominant night in and night out. And no, there probably isn't a 2014 lottery pick on this team, even if James Michael McAdoo chooses to forgo his final year of eligibility at Chapel Hill.
But these kids have heart. And with every game, it seems there is another hero being introduced to Tar Heel Nation.
Maybe other basketball fans across the country who are looking at the box score right now will overlook Desmond Hubert's contributions. He did only have two points, five rebounds and one block, after all.
Tar Heel fans know what he did.
There is no question Hubert energized this team with his monster putback jam that was quickly followed by a block on the other end. Three of his five rebounds were off the offensive glass.
The center mostly rides the pine behind Kennedy Meeks and Joel James, averaging just 5.5 minutes a game. Last night, against the Tar Heels' greatest rival, he played the best 11 minutes of his junior season.
Then there was freshman point guard Nate Britt, who only scored six points in 13 minutes on 0-of-2 shooting from the floor. But who was there in the clutch?
Young No. 0.
With under a minute to go and the game on the line, Britt sank all four of his free throws to hold the lead for the Tar Heels. He did the same against Florida State in the previous game, knocking down two in a row with 17 seconds to play, pushing the lead to six.
Then there was Leslie McDonald, who definitely won't be overlooked on the stat sheet. In the final game at home against Duke for the fifth-year senior, he may have played the best game of his Carolina career. McDonald produced 21 points, four rebounds, one assist and one block.
The most impressive part was the fact that only three of those points came behind the arc. McDonald was slashing, posting up and getting out in transition. He was 9-of-12 from the floor, and all three of those misses were from downtown—his only make from that range was the first shot of the game.
"I've been so [about] the 3-point line and trying to get my threes off that I've been neglecting my mid-range game and driving to the basket, so I wanted to do something new that not a lot of teams have seen," McDonald told reporters after the game, according to Inside Carolina.
It was an absolutely phenomenal performance from McDonald—and one that was completely unexpected. He was just 23-of-63 (36.5 percent) in the seven games prior.
That reminds me of the FSU game once again. McAdoo, who had been a major cog in the Tar Heels' winning streak, was only able to muster 13 minutes because of foul trouble that started very early in the game. He didn't score a single point that night.
But there was Meeks, ready to pick up the pieces. The freshman big scored a career-high 23 points on 11-of-12 shooting. He also hauled in seven boards and blocked two shots.
Meeks hadn't reached double digits in the scoring column since he put up 11 against Clemson on Jan. 26. There he was, three weeks later, dropping a 23-spot on FSU when his teammates needed him the most.
Sometimes it shows in the stat column, sometimes you have to see it with your own two eyes. But it seems each and every night during this now eight-game winning streak, another Tar Heel steps up and becomes an unlikely hero.
Against Duke, many made significant contributions.
We've come to expect Marcus Paige to be clutch, just as he was last night. We expect J.P. Tokoto to show off his crazy athleticism and also be the best defender on the floor—essentially sealing the win after picking Quinn Cook's pocket with 31 seconds to go. Brice Johnson is going to score points and shine glass. McAdoo is going to be the emotional leader, stay active and make some big plays.
But we also expect Paige and McAdoo to score the bulk of the points. When they don't, there is always another Tar Heel ready and waiting to take that baton and run with it.
Isn't that what being a team is all about?
Watch complete highlights of North Carolina's win over Duke, courtesy of Go Heels TV.


text:
Sus oliveri
|Scope: Global
Language: English
|Scientific Name:
|Sus oliveri Groves, 1997
Common Name(s):
|Taxonomic Notes:
|This taxon was recognized as a separate species from Sus philippensis according to Groves (2001). It is known from four skulls and a mounted head collected in 1993 now in the Field Museum, Chicago, which constitutes the holotype (Grubb 2005, W. Oliver unpublished).
|Red List Category & Criteria:
|Vulnerable B1ab(iii,v)+2ab(iii,v) ver 3.1
|Year Published:
|Date Assessed:
|Schütz, E.
|Meijaard, E.
|Oliver, W.R.T.
Sus oliveri has a distribution restricted to the island of Mindoro. Although restricted in range, the extent of occurrence (EOO), based on current known range, considerably exceeds the threshold of 5,000 km² to warrant listing as Endangered under criterion B1. Estimated area of occupancy (AOO), based on maps of approximate distribution and apparent availability of suitable habitat, measures between 1,500 and 1,700 km², although there is uncertainty with this figure. Hence, the species is here listed as Vulnerable, because its EOO is 6,100 km² and its AOO is less than 2,000 km², its distribution is severely fragmented, and there is a continuing decline in the extent and quality of its habitat, and in the number of mature individuals due to hybridisation and over-hunting.
|Previously published Red List assessments:
|Range Description:
|Oliver's Warty Pig is endemic to the Philippines Island of Mindoro (Heaney et al. 1998) where it was previously widely distributed and common. Surveys conducted since the late 1990s indicated the species is now mostly confined to higher elevations in the central and north-western mountain ranges. Although still reported as common by local Mangyan (indigenous) and non-indigenous communities, encounters with the species are becoming less frequent. Most of the unconfirmed reports as well as tracks and visual observations were limited to areas adjacent to or inside forest habitats. Recent observations confirmed the presence of the species in the east (Bongabong River watershed) and west side (Anahawin, Lumintao and the upper Kinarawan River watersheds), the Aruyan-Malati Tamaraw Reservation Area (Sablayan District), of Mts Iglit-Baco National Park, Mt. Halcon, Mt. Wood, Siburan Forest and Tusk Peak, as well as Mt. Calavite Wildlife Sanctuary and most probably Mt Malasimbo in the north of the Island.
|Countries occurrence:
|Additional data:
|Range Map:
|Click here to open the map viewer and explore range.
|Its population size is unknown, but the population is fragmented and most probably declining.
|Current Population Trend:
|Additional data:
|Habitat and Ecology:
Formerly this species was found in forests (primary and secondary) as well as most other habitat types, from sea level to upper montane and mossy forest areas. It now occurs in lowland, mid-montane and dry-molave forests and savannah grasslands (Gonzalez et al. 1999), but mostly it is restricted to higher elevations above 800 m asl. (Oliver 2008, Heaney et al. 2010). Recent surveys observed tracks and wallows in primary and secondary forests, creeks, river banks, grassland, swamps, and croplands from residing indigenous people, from 240 to 1700 masl (Schütz 2014), with lower frequency at lower altitudes. Observations suggest that, within Mts Iglit-Baco National Park and surrounding areas, the species remains frequent in areas where local indigenous people maintain traditional land-use practices such as slash and burn agriculture (kaingin) (Schütz 2014).
Very little information is available on the ecology of the species. It is presumed that the species feeds on wide variety of plant and animal matter such as tubers, fallen fruit and invertebrates similar to the closely related S.philippensis. Local communities in Mt Calavite report wild pigs raiding indigenous upland crops fields (kaingin) planted with root crops (D.G. Tabaranza pers. obs). There is no information available on breeding biology, habitat preferences, territory range, behaviour as well as on population size of the species.
|Continuing decline in area, extent and/or quality of habitat:
|Use and Trade:
|The species is a traditional source of meat for the indigenous communities living in the mountainous interior of Mindoro. It is also a source of bushmeat for lowlander settlers. Trade of Warty Pig's bushmeat remains at a local scale among poachers and residing villagers (E. Schütz pers. comm. 2014).
|Major Threat(s):
|The main threats to the species include widespread destruction of former forest habitats with continuing decline in quality in most areas contributing to severely fragmented distribution. Species distribution map and protected area boundaries show evident weaknesses in the existing protected areas network on Mindoro. Anomalies in local legislation pertaining to allowable hunting of threatened versus non-threatened species by local indigenous peoples. Many (perhaps most) of Mindoro's remaining forest areas are also severely threatened by commercial mining claims and salient 'pro-mining' agendas by many of the relevant Philippine governmental authorities. Genetic contamination via hybridization with free-ranging domestic pigs raised by hinterland communities in Mindoro might pose the single most important threat to the genetic integrity of this species (Oliver 1992, Gonzalez et al. 1999, Oliver 2008, W.L.R.Oliver pers. comm. 2014). However, the rate of hybridization has not been studied or evaluated. The species is also widely hunted for food, local bushmeat trade and indigenous cultural ceremonies. Hunting or captures using pit fall trap, snare trap, driven hunt, spear hunt and other methods was recently observed in many areas (Oliver 2008, Balete et al. 2013, MBCFI 2013, Schütz 2015). Hunting pressure from Mangyan communities in Mt. Calavite are somehow reduced as many indigenous communities there have been converted by missionaries to the Adventist belief which recommends abstinence from red meat including pork. Other non-indigenous, non-Adventist communities are still reported to poach wild pigs. (D.G.Tabaranza pers. obs., MBCFI 2013, E. Schütz pers. obs).
|Conservation Actions:
|The species occurs in several designated protected areas, though most of these exist only on paper. The clear exception is Mts Iglit-Baco National Park, though this area largely comprises of a former cattle ranch and therefore also largely composed of grasslands unlikely to adequately support representative biodiversity in this globally critical region. Reinforcement of existing legislation, more effective protection of the few remaining natural habitats of Mindoro, research to identify pure populations, and increased public awareness, are all needed as a matter of some urgency for the conservation of this and other Mindoro endemic species (Boitani et al. 2006, Gonzalez et al. 1999). A recent initiative to declare the Aruyan-Malati Tamaraw Reservation area as "Critical Habitat" for Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis) protection under national legislation shall indirectly help Sus oliveri (Schütz 2015).
|Schütz, E. 2016. Sus oliveri. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2016: e.T136340A44142784. . Downloaded on 25 September 2018.
|To make use of this information, please check the <Terms of Use>.
|If you see any errors or have any questions or suggestions on what is shown on this page, please provide us with feedback so that we can correct or extend the information provided


text:
The New Year's resolution might be way up there on the great list of journalism clichés, but that's no reason not to go back to the well and see what our pals in the tech industry are pledging to do in 2008, at least as far as their gear and gadgets are concerned.
"Make spam a priority, and eliminate clutter." --Don Sears, eWeek.com
"Hack and/or overclock what I have more, so that I don't have to always race out to get the latest and greatest. And buy an iPhone if they ever finally add proper word processing." -- Darren Gladstone, Games for Windows magazine
"In an era of Blu-ray vs. HD DVD, Facebook vs. Twitter, blogs vs. magazines, less family time than hyperproductive hours, and more gadgets with more gee-whiz features than common sense, it's important to never lose sight of the medium's most important benefits and greatest applications." --Scott Steinberg, DigitalTrends.com
"Play the Wii more, so I don't feel guilty about all the dust it gathers." --Alex Brewer, HighWater Group
My New Year's tech resolution is somewhat less ambitious--I'm pledging to clean out my wire box.


text:
Written by James Fackler of the University of Kentucky, the Study Guide contains a wealth of review and tutorial resources, including multiple choice questions, detailed descriptions of key chapter topics and terminology, review essays, and problems. Written with an easy, friendly tone, this Guide is a must for students.The process by which a central bank explains policy goals, how it intends to achieve them, and how any conflicts among goals will be ... are required to purchase with money some or all of new government debt (aquot;inflationary financeaquot;), making financing of spending projects ... E. Test Prep; Review Essays While many instructors, unfortunately by virtue of large class sizes, give exams that are predominatelyanbsp;...
|Study Guide for Use with Money, Banking, and Financial Markets
|James Fackler
|Irwin Professional Pub - 2005-02-01
You must register with us as either a Registered User before you can Download this Book. You'll be greeted by a simple sign-up page.
Once you have finished the sign-up process, you will be redirected to your download Book page.How it works:


text:
Search for More Jobs
Forward job to a friend
Apply without Registering
Apply by creating/using an account
Sign in
Please enter your registered email address, and we'll email you a link to reset your password right away.
Your Email
Job Description Overview
Since our entire company is based on matching exceptional candidates with exceptional job opportunities, you can bet the recruiter who pinpoints the exceptional candidates is a big deal in our firm.
As a recruiter for ICS, you'll get to be that big deal.
Not only do you get to play the sleuth by initially identifying prime candidates, but you get to interview, screen, and, if they pass muster, ultimately present them for contract and permanent positions. You'll double as a partial job coach and guide for the candidate, providing a remarkable recruitment experience. You'll provide needed services to our clients to ensure the same. Think of yourself as Jerry Maguire for job seekers.
Show me the money! The more successfully you connect candidates with companies, the more you earn. We generously reward hard work.
What You'll Do: Responsibilities
Other honors include the Inavero Best of Staffing® Diamond Award in 2014 and 2015, reserved for those who have earned Best of Staffing distinction for at least five consecutive years. Joining our team puts you on an upwardly mobile path, as evidenced by our inclusion in the Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. for eight consecutive years (2007 to 2014) and one of Crain's Fast50 in 2012.
Ready for action? Apply now!
Third Party Applications Not Accepted
Apply by creating/using an account


text:
The end of the line is the beginning of the adventure on the new Borders Railway
I always feel a bit conflicted when people tell me their travel plans for Scotland. More often than not they commence in Edinburgh or Glasgow and involve a journey north, following a predictable although rewarding route. While I don't want to deprive anyone from immersing themselves in the Highland scenery they have been dreaming of for months, years or even a lifetime, a big part of me is still desperate to tell people to abandon their plans and explore many of the underrated but equally as amazing areas of Scotland instead.
The Scottish Borders is a prime example of an often overlooked regional gem. This part of the country is so steeped in history, tradition and legend that i really believe a visit here should be squeezed into every Scottish travel itinerary.
With the opening of the new Borders Railway in September, the area will open up to train travellers who will be able to depart from Edinburgh and arrive in the Borders in less than an hour, so there really is no excuse now to miss this area out on your trip to Scotland!
In anticipation of the new line opening, I recently spent a weekend in the historic town of Melrose as part of a Scotlanders and Visit Scotland collaboration. My remit was to experience the wide variety of activities that will be available to a new wave of passengers arriving at the final stop in Tweedbank, the nearest station to Melrose.
I have always associated the Scottish Borders as an area with a rich tapestry of history, however as I found out it is also a draw for outdoor adrenaline adventurers, food lovers and culture vultures looking to escape the city.
My first real holiday to the region was around 20 years ago and I have periodically returned since, always thankful to see little has changed over the past two decades. In some places progress is welcomed and often much needed in order to survive, however the Scottish Borders is not one of those places. The towns have remained charming, the houses still historic, traditional events thrive, independent shops survive and rule, ruins remain standing, the grass is still vividly green and the hills continue to roll. For me, the draw of the Scottish Borders is it's unchanging and timeless quaintness.
However, on this visit I wanted to find out what else the area has to offer other than historic appeal and found myself with a variety filled weekend, proving there really is something for everyone.
I kicked off my Saturday morning with an adrenaline pumping visit to Glentress Forest near Peebles, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. I was keen to try out a vertical challenge on the tree top adventure at Go-Ape, which is basically an adult friendly assault course winding through the forest canopy. It presents enough of a challenge to gain a sense of accomplishment while still being achievable, this was one of the most fun challenges I have tried out in ages! Zip wires, Tarzan swings, cargo nets, suspended wooden tunnels and tricky rope crossings are just some of the challenging obstacles you encounter. You can find out more about my experience at Go Ape on my blog post here.
If you would rather keep your feet on terra firma, Glentress Forest offers a number of scenic walks and if you prefer your adventures on two wheels then this mecca for mountain bikers will definitely appeal as it forms part of the world class 7Stanes biking trails.
With my adrenaline levels in need of some respite, I headed for the family friendly Borders Book Festival in Melrose. I have to be honest and say that I hadn't heard of this event before so I was surprised at the number of famous faces making an appearance over the weekend. From heavy weight politicians Gordon Brown and Alex Salmond to comedians Dom Joly and Rory Bremner and entrepreneur Michelle Mone, the lineup was eclectic to say the least. Of course, there were plenty of accomplished authors also making an appearance and I was delighted that two of my own favourite Scottish writers, Alexander McCall Smith and Christopher Brookmyre featured on the impressive programme.
The festival takes place in a series of marquees on a surprisingly small scale within the NTS Harmony Gardens. The atmosphere was buzzing yet intimate and if you have never been before it is well worth keeping an eye out for next years event.
When I travel around Scotland I am always on the look out for restaurants serving local produce. On this trip I was lucky enough to sample 2 excellent eating places which were chosen by Visit Scotland and didn't disappoint in quality or the use of regional ingredients.
On the Friday evening myself and my fellow Scotlanders dined at The Hoebridge Inn situated in the village of Gattonside just outside Melrose. Originally built as a bobbin mill in the late 19th Century, it later served as a cow byre before being converted to a restaurant in the early 1980's. Under new ownership and re-opened in June this year, we all agreed that the food was excellent and our clean plates testified to that!
On the Saturday evening we enjoyed another great culinary experience at Burt's Hotel in Melrose town centre. The 18th century hotel is situated in the heart of the picturesque market square and has been owned and managed by the Henderson family for almost 40 years. We ate in the award winning restaurant which has been awarded two AA Rosettes every year since 1995! Again our plates were duly emptied and again the consensus was a very positive one.
Going by the rave reviews of fellow Scotlanders Kay and Nicola who highly rated their meals at the Clock Tower Bistro in Jedburgh and the Horseshoe Restaurant in Peebles, there is plenty choice for foodie lovers visiting the Borders.
Simple but tasty food at The Hoebridge Inn - Photos Kim Kjaerside
Award winning menu at Burt's Hotel - Photos Kim Kjaerside
Okay so it is was impossible for me not to be tempted to squeeze a bit of history into my weekend, especially as we had been offered a private tour of the fabulous Abbotsford House on the Sunday morning.
This was the private home of Sir Walter Scott, known best as one of Scotland's finest writers, in many ways he created the romantic image of clans, tartan and landscape that the country has become synonymous with.
Originally a modest farmhouse, Scott spent the money from his writing to gradually redesign the farm into the impressive stately like home that he lived, worked and died in.
I could easily write pages about all the fascinating rooms and collections that are open to the public,, however I really feel that the best advice I can give is to see it for yourself. I absolutely recommend taking a train trip from Edinburgh just to visit here as it is only a 20 minute walk from Tweedbank station.
Myself and my fellow Scotlanders also stayed at the private Hope Scott Wing of Abbotsford House over the weekend and I will be posting my review of this fantastic accommodation shortly.
It would be a crime to visit an area as beautiful as the Borders and not set aside some time in the day to relax and get swept up in the Lowlands scenery and what better spot to grab a seat than the famous Scott's View? Overlooking the River Tweed towards the Eildon Hills, it is reputed to be one of the favourite views of Sir Walter Scott. It is said he stopped here so often that his horses would stop without being commanded and after his death in 1832, his funeral cortege paused here to allow him one last look at his beloved Borders landscape. Truth or legend, there is no dispute that this is one of the finest outlooks in the Scottish Borders and a fitting point for me to bid this bonnie place farewell until I return again, quite possibly by train next time!
The new Borders Railway route between Edinburgh and Tweedbank opens in September, watch out for more blogs about my weekend exploring the area and you can also follow all of the Scotlanders blogs and social media updates on Twitter @Scotlanders or on our website http://www.thescotlanders.com/
My weekend in the Borders was in collaboration with Visit Scotland, however all views are my own as always!
4/7/2015 03:51:46 pm
Excellent article! Look forward to hearing about arrival by train to Tweedbank. Interested to know if you can get around by foot or if you will have to hire a car.
Thank you for taking the time to stop by and leave some kind feedback Peggy. I believe that there will be new public transport links from the stations once they open so I will be sure to report back on how easy it is to get around without a car!
Leave a Reply.
Follow my Scotland travel adventures on social media
If you have found my blog useful and would like to support me in creating future Scottish travel content, you can by me a coffee on my Ko-fi page. All 'coffee' donations are hugely appreciated
September 2018


text:
At the Law Offices of Marc J. Shefman, we are dedicated to helping individuals who are facing serious personal injury and are seeking damages for their medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We also assist individuals with disabilities or special needs who are filing a claim, for the first time or on appeal, for social security disability insurance or supplemental security income. Our legal services are client-focused and address the unique needs and individual situation of each particular client. We take the time to handle each case individually, dedicating the time and resources needed to reach a favorable result and help clients make a successful recovery.
If you are suffering from serious personal injury, or have a disability or special needs that prevent you from gaining meaningful employment, contact Southfield, MI personal injury attorney Marc Shefman. With compassion, knowledge, and experience, the Law Offices of Marc J. Shefman will diligently represent your interests and help you seek the compensation you deserve.
Recognized by dBusiness in
© 2018 Law Offices of Marc J. Shefman
Southfield, MI Personal Injury Attorney
View Our Disclaimer | Privacy Policy
Law Firm Website Design by The Modern Firm


text:
A lot of people love the idea of starting their own business, but realistically, there are certain personality traits you need to possess before you can be successful. "You need to be prepared for the business to take twice as long as you expect in order to turn a profit," says AuWerter. "You need to expect to work more hours, not less hours... If you're the type of person that really loses sleep at night when things aren't running smoothly, then this might not be the right path for you."
Also, find out if other people like your business ideas. "Become a real expert in the industry that you're targeting," says AuWerter. "You want to be able to articulate exactly how your business is going to be different and how it's going to be better." Try doing a test run of your business before you invest your life savings. You won't know if your idea is any good until you try it out.
Take note of your finances, too. "A lot of entrepreneurs start off with a combination of savings, a loan and possibly taking outside investors," says AuWerter. Also consider "angel investors". These are wealthy individuals who are interested in investing in private businesses.
Finally, come up with a reliable business plan - and stick to it! Put your idea down on paper, including timelines, investment strategies, customer target numbers and any other important details. "You want it to be as specific as possible," says AuWerter. "Then, once you've written this document up, be prepared to revise it repeatedly." Your plans can - and probably will - change over time.
Once you've got everything planned out, get out there and market your idea like crazy. "You need to be networking constantly," says AuWerter. Go to trade shows, join any industry associations and get the word out around town. Don't underestimate the power of "word of mouth" advertising either.
If you're looking for extra help, visit www.SMSmallBiz.com, Smart Money's new website for small business owners, or www.SmartMoney.com for additional advice.
By Erin Petrun


text:
More Math: Resources for Teens & Adults
For those of you who can't wait until the next National Math Festival, we invite you to explore the wonder and beauty of math with these puzzles, games, books, videos, and other mathy treats for teens and adults. Have a suggestion for us? Share with @natmathfestival on Twitter or send to email@example.com. New resources are added each month!
Puzzles & Problems
A Dozen Hat Problems (PDF)
In each of these problems, hats of specified colors are placed on players' heads. Each player can see the colors of some or all of the other player's hats, but not his own. The goal is to come up with a strategy players can agree on before the game that will allow as many players as possible to correctly guess the colors of their hats. Some of these problems are psychological or philosophical and many are deeply mathematical. At the very least, they are fun to think about!
Adalogical AEnigmas
From The Guardian's Alex Bellos: Try your hand at these logic puzzles inspired by Ada Lovelace and designed by Pavel Curtis, a legend in the puzzle community who has a day job as a software architect at Microsoft. The grids are based on Japanese-style logic puzzles like Sudoku and Kakuro, and use similar deductions. Pavel has been releasing new puzzles every month, and you can find more at his website, along with gentle hints for first-time players.
expii solve
Solve is a weekly set of five thought-provoking and interactive math challenges produced by the makers of expii (including 2017 Festival presenter Dr. Po-Shen Loh!). These problems are about having fun and thinking creatively. Each set contains problems of varying difficulty, beginning with the most accessible and ending with the almost impossible. Explore and enjoy!
This New York Times column by Gary Antonick and friends shares weekly math challenges on topics from pop culture to infinity.
The Parable of the Polygons
This game, created by Vi Hart and Nicky Case, is a simulation that shows how small individual bias can lead to large collective bias.
Project Euler
Project Euler is a series of challenging mathematical/computer programming problems that will require more than just mathematical insights to solve. Although mathematics will help you arrive at elegant and efficient methods, the use of a computer and programming skills will be required to solve most problems. The motivation for starting Project Euler, and its continuation, is to provide a platform for the inquiring mind to delve into unfamiliar areas and learn new concepts in a fun and recreational context. You can start by exploring the 600+ problems and register online.
Varsity Math
Varsity Math is the weekly math puzzle column by the National Museum of Mathematics featured each weekend in the Wall Street Journal.
Visual Patterns
Click on any pattern to see a larger image and the answer to step 43. Can you figure out the equation? These are a great warm-up to problem solving!
Learn & Explore
Chevron STEM Zone
Lots of great PDF resources that can change the way you play sports or enjoy watching them by sharing the science and math behind golf, football, baseball, basketball, and ice hockey.
The Manual of Mathematical Magic
Mathematics and magic may seem a strange combination, but many of the most powerful magical effects performed today have a mathematical basis. This free PDF booklet by the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Queen Mary University of London teaches the secrets behind street magic, explained clearly with instructions and videos to help you perform them perfectly. Learn about the math behind each trick and discover how that same mathematics is used to power our modern world!
MathFeed News App (iOS and Twitter)
Mathematician and educator Francis Su (Harvey Mudd College) created the free MathFeed News App to bring you news and views about math in the media, including newspapers, influential blogs, podcasts, videos and puzzle columns. See how mathematical people and ideas are influencing the world today, and learn some math, too! (Don't have an iOS device? You can follow @MathFeed on Twitter, where stories are tweeted out.)
The Math Inside the U.S. Highway System
Have you ever thought about why certain numbers are assigned to certain highway systems when you travel by car? Around Washington, D.C. you'll see I-495, I-81, I-66.. but where did these numbers come from? Connecting patterns, associating properties of a number to those of a real world object — that's what thinking mathematically is all about!
Mathematical Balloon Twisting (PDF)
This booklet by Vi Hart is for anyone interested in learning how to create mathematical shapes using the long tubular balloons designed for creating balloon animals and sculptures. It's a tricky skill, but with a little practice you can be making your own masterpieces.
Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
The Mathematical Association of America (MAA) is the world's largest community of mathematicians, students, and enthusiasts. MAA has a number of projects that may be of interest to members and the general public alike!
- Found Math: MAA's website features a new math-related photo every week, where MAA members submit their images taken all over the world on a weekly basis. The deadline for submission is every Friday!
- Solving Real World Problems: Math students interested in industrial careers can learn from these case studies that come directly from the real world. Professional mathematicians talk about problems that have come up in their careers, from creating more realistic special effects with computer animation to storing nuclear waste, followed by videos which discuss ways you can use math techniques to tackle these real industrial problems.
- Math Horizon's Aftermath: These editorial essays on a wide variety of subjects related to math have appeared in Math Horizons, an MAA publication. You can find more blog posts at Devin's Angle as well!
What's the Difference between Mathematics and Statistics?
"Statistics has a sort of funny and peculiar relationship with mathematics. In a lot of university departments, they're lumped together and you have a "Department of Mathematics and Statistics". Other times, it's grouped as a branch in applied math. Pure mathematicians tend to either think of it as an application of probability theory, or dislike it because it's "not rigorous enough"." This exploration of where and how math and statistics converge (or sometimes don't) by blogger and student Bai Li is recommended by 2017 Festival presenter Dr. Rebecca Goldin of STATS.
Why Do Math
Mathematical and computational analyses have proved to be uniquely insightful for solving problems in science, society and our everyday lives. The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) shares the stories of how math is being used in a wide variety of disciplines and career paths, from space travel to hearing implants and internet search engines.
Books & Videos
The very popular YouTube channel 3Blue1Brown, by Grant Sanderson, is a combination of math and entertainment. Sanderson explores mathematical explanations driven by animations, giving new perspective into math problems and concepts.
Counting from Infinity: Yitang Zhang and the Twin Prime Conjecture
In April 2013, a lecturer at the University of New Hampshire submitted a paper to the Annals of Mathematics. Within weeks word spread—a little-known mathematician, with no permanent job, working in complete isolation had made an important breakthrough towards solving the Twin Prime Conjecture. The story of quiet perseverance amidst adversity is interwoven with a history of the Twin Prime Conjecture as told by several mathematicians, many of whom have wrestled with this enormously challenging problem in Number Theory. The film has aired on PBS; you can view the film trailer or purchase a DVD copy.
Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race
Before John Glenn orbited the earth, or Neil Armstrong walked on the moon, a group of African-American female mathematicians known as "human computers" used pencils, slide rules and adding machines to calculate the numbers that would launch rockets, and astronauts, into space. The film adaptation of Margot Lee Shetterly's book debuted in cinemas in January 2017, and you can preview an excerpt from the book or purchase a copy of the film.
The Mathematical Sculptures of John Edmark
- Creating the Never-Ending Bloom: Learn about mathematical artist John Edmark in this Science Friday feature! Using meticulously crafted platforms, patterns, and layers, Edmark's art explores the seemingly magical properties that are present in spiral geometries. In his most recent body of work, Edmark creates a series of animating "blooms" that endlessly unfold and animate as they spin beneath a strobe light.
- Phyllotactic Spirals and the Art of John Edmark: What do plants know about numbers? A certain spiral pattern commonly seen in sunflowers, pinecones, and many species of cacti contains some surprising numerical properties. In this video, Paul Dancstep of San Francisco's Exploratorium investigates kinetic sculptures by artist John Edmark.
PBS Infinite Series
Mathematician Tai-Danae Bradley and physicist Gabe Perez-Giz offer ambitious content for viewers that are eager to attain a greater understanding of the world around them. Math is pervasive – a robust yet precise language – and with each episode you'll begin to see the math that underpins everything in this puzzling, yet fascinating, universe.
Programming for the Puzzled
This book (under $25) by Dr. Srini Devadas (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) builds a bridge between the recreational world of puzzles that can be solved by algorithms and the pragmatic world of computer programming, teaching readers to program while solving puzzles. Puzzles are real-world applications that are attention grabbing, intriguing, and easy to describe. Readers with a rudimentary grasp of programming concepts from introductory or AP computer science classes in high school or online tutorials can try these exercises, featuring 20+ puzzles and 70+ programming exercises that vary in difficulty.
Volumes: the MoMath Book Club
Love mathematics and books? This reading group (which meets in New York City) designed especially for those interested in mathematics and science and how it affects our lives. If you're not in the New York City area, you can still enjoy their reading list of fiction and non-fiction books with math themes!
Biographies of Contemporary Women in Mathematics
Each year, the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) sponsors an essay contest that is open to students in grades 6-12 as well as college undergraduates. Students are invited to interview a woman who works in a mathematics field and write a 500 to 1000-word biography based on their interview. Awards are given to students at the middle school, high school, and collegiate levels for winning essays. You can read previous winners online.
International Mathematics of Planet Earth (MPE) Competition
How can mathematics be useful in explaining things happening on a global scale? From biodiversity and resource management to epidemics and climate change, Mathematics of Planet Earth (MPE) is a contest for individuals or groups of individuals, institutions, schools, or nonprofit organizations to develop modules for museums or the web to introduce people to these concepts.
MIT Mystery Hunt
The MIT Mystery Hunt is a puzzlehunt competition that takes place on the MIT campus (in Massachusetts) every year during the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day weekend. The hunt challenges each participating team to solve a large number of puzzles which lead to an object (called a "coin") hidden somewhere on campus. The winning team gets to write the subsequent year's hunt. Mystery Hunt was launched in 1981 and is widely regarded as one of the oldest and most complex puzzlehunts in the world. It attracts more than 2,000 people every year and has inspired similar competitions at universities, companies and cities around the world. This site serves as a record of the Mystery Hunt's history and an archive of past hunts you can explore and try. We hope that it inspires you to join in on the fun and become a master puzzle solver – beginners are welcome!
Moody's Math Mega Challenge
Moody's Mega Math Challenge is a mathematical modeling contest for U.S. high school juniors and seniors (for full eligibility rules, visit the site). Through participation, students gain the experience of working in teams to tackle a real-world problem under time and resource constraints akin to those faced by industrial applied mathematicians. The Challenge is sponsored by The Moody's Foundation and organized by the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) and awards $150,000 in scholarships each year. Registration often closes in February.


text:
In the late Dec. 2016, the Science & Technology Commission of the Chinese Ministry of Education announced the annual award of "Top-10 Science and Technology Progresses of Chinese Universities". The research on "the key technology and application of autonomous-synergic automatic reactive power and voltage control system for complex power grid", led by Prof. Hongbin Sun from Tsinghua University, was listed as one of them.
Prof. Sun serves as a Vice Chair of WFEO Committee on Energy.
Hongbin Sun, born in 1969, admitted to Tsinghua University in 1987. He obtained the bachelor and Phd degree of electrical engineering from Tsinghua University in 1992 and 1996 respectively. Now, he is a full professor of the Department of Electrical Engineering in Tsinghua University, deputy director of the Research Center of Environmental Science and New Energy in Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute (TBSI), the director of the TBSI smart grid and renewable energy laboratory. He is the National Prominent Educator, Changjiang Scholars of the Ministry of Education, Outstanding Youth Fund holder, Fellow of the British Institute of engineering and Technology (IET).
Voltage level is the core metrics of power system operation. However, the reliable and effective control of voltage is a worldwide difficult problem, especially in large-scale and complex power networks. Voltage problems are believed to be among the main causes which have led to several major power outages in the past years. In addition, it also impedes the large-scale integration of renewable energy in China. With more than 20 years' hard work, Professor Sun's team has resolved series of technical problems of voltage control in complex power grid.
Their advanced voltage control technology can now serve most of the application scenarios, from single-control-center systems to multi-control-center systems, from conventional power systems to those with large-scale of integrated renewable energies, and from domestic cases to foreign cases (i.e. PJM in the U.S., Malaysia State Grid, etc.). Prof. Sun's team has obtained 57 patents of invention in China, and 3 in the U.S., and successfully developed a voltage control application system for complex power systems with independent intellectual property rights.
The system has controlled 56% of the conventional generating units (fossil-fired and hydropower) and 37% of the wind/solar generation facilities in China, and is in charge of the voltage control of all the ultra-high voltage transmission lines and their neighbor zone grids. Their product has opened a new era of exported advanced power grid control technology from China to the U.S.. Significant benefits on improvements of security and economy of power system operation and renewable energy integration have been obtained.
In 2016, the appraisal committee led by six academicians in China announced that the project is a "major original research achievement", a "worldwide leading contribution", and "a milestone in this research field". Prof. Anjan Bose, who is an academician of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering, said that Prof. Sun's achievement "has put China far ahead than the rest of the world in better control of the grid voltage thus lowering the probability of grid failures".
For more information:
WFEO Committee on Energy website
Tsinghua University website