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- church;
- a building for public Christian worship.
- Calvary Assembly of God Church (1.2km)
- Living Waters Free Methodist Church (1.6km)
- Black Oak Baptist Church (1.6km)
- Temple Baptist Church (1.7km)
- Faith Lutheran Church (2km)
- Saint Ann Church (2.2km)
- Cline Gardens Church (2.4km)
- Prayer Outreach Deliverance Church (2.4km)
- Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (2.4km)
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- Hegewisch Baptist Church (2.6km)
- Our Lady of Grace Church (2.9km)
- First Christian Reformed Church (2.9km)
- First Presbyterian Church (2.9km)
- Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church (3.1km)
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- Black Oak Picnic Grove (0.9km)
- Griffith Golf Center (1km)
- Pentacostal Church of God (1.3km)
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- Smyrna Church of God in Christ (1.5km)
- Black Oak Church of Christ (1.8km)
- Griffith Park Plaza Shopping Center (2.2km)
- Terrace Park Church of God (2.4km)
- Faith United Church of Christ (2.4km)
- Burr Street Interchange (2.4km)
- Church of God of Prophecy (2.8km)
- Church of Jesus Christ (2.9km)
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (2.9km)
- Abundant Life Tabernacle (2.9km)
- Kennedy Avenue Interchange (3km)
- Assembly of God Church of Hessville (3.1km)
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- Grissom Elementary School (0.7km)
- Orchard Drive Elementary School (1km)
- Charles N Scott Middle School (1.3km)
- Saint Ann School (2.2km)
- Calumet Baptist Schools (2.3km)
- Morton Senior High School (2.3km)
- Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School (2.6km)
- Lee L Caldwell Elementary School (2.6km)
- Dulles School (2.7km)
- Black Oak Elementary School (2.9km)
- Our Lady of Grace School (3km)
- Main School (3.1km)
- Miller School (3.2km)
- park;
- an area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation.
- Kennedy Park (1.8km)
- Little Turtle Park (2.1km)
- Homestead Park (2.2km)
- Dowling Park (2.2km)
- Orchard Park (2.4km)
- Phrommer Park (2.8km)
- Main Square Park (3km)
- Hessville Park (3km)
- Optimist Park (3.1km)
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- Howard Branch Hammond Public Library (2.1km)
- Highland Town Hall (2.7km)
- cemetery;
- a burial place or ground.
- Hope Cemetery (2.6km)
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Crooks target New Westminster gun store
Published Tuesday, August 12, 2008 12:35PM PDT
A owner of a New Westminster, B.C. gun store was in hospital Monday night after two men tied him up and took off with thousands of dollars worth of merchandise.
Two men walked into the Lock Stock and Barrell gun store at about 3:00 p.m.
Owner Gary Allwood thought they were ordinary customers until they took out a weapon of their own.
"They managed to get behind the counter, tied him down and beat him with a club,'' said Geoff Allwood, the owner's son.
The men then grabbed all the guns they could carry - including 20 handguns and rifles, and fled.
When police arrived, they found Allwood on the floor.
"There were guns around but it's not something you can do in Canada defend yourself with a firearm,'' said Geoff Allwood. "It's unfortunate. Otherwise there'd be two criminals in the hospital versus my dad."
One of the suspects is an older white man, between 55 and 65 years old, standing about 5 feet 8 inches tall, with short grey hair.
The second man is described as being in his twenties and has short black hair.
Finding the crooks won't be easy for police because they also made off with the store's security tapes.
With a report by CTV British Columbia's Jon Woodward.


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I dunno, can ruby by used in windows? I haven't touched a windows box in about 10 years. On Thu, 23 Dec 2004 11:50:08 -0600, Jason Tesser <JTesser(at)nbbc(dot)edu> wrote: > maybe We don't mind the command line but my college at work doesn't like to bring in other technologies where not needed and he feels like this woulr be doing that. it is ruby so if we need to modify it we need to learn ruby. I dont mind so much I was just looking to see if anyone else had some options. Our main platform is j2ee but we do flirt with php as well. all and all though I liked pqa. Can it be run from windows? > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Lonni J Friedman [mailto:netllama(at)gmail(dot)com] > Sent: Thu 12/23/2004 10:39 AM > To: Jason Tesser > Cc: pgsql-general(at)postgresql(dot)org > Subject: Re: [GENERAL] monitoring tools > > pqa does exactly what your original question requested. Sounds like > what you really want is a GUI for pqa. > > > <snip> > > -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ L. Friedman netllama(at)gmail(dot)com LlamaLand http://netllama.linux-sxs.org
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Rowing the Pacific
We are excited to tell you about a historic expedition that will be undertaken by two Vancouver rowers. Rebecca Berger and Leanne Zrum are attempting to cross the Pacific Ocean, unassisted, in a rowboat, specifically designed for their journey from Vancouver to Honolulu. The two hope to complete their daunting paddle within 80 days. They estimate this will include over a million oar strokes. The pair will row 24 hours a day in two shifts.
Their vessel will include video and communication systems, navigational equipment and a small forward cabin for sleeping and shelter. Looking at the photo of their rowboat, it is doubtful that it is large enough to fit a Vancouver mattress, but you never know.
The two will definitely need their rest to row through the unpredictable weather that will greet them out on the wild Pacific.
The only other pair to successfully cross the Pacific Ocean in a rowboat is Chris Martin and Mike Dawson, who rowed from Choshi, Japan to San Francisco in 2009.
The local heroes will be the first women's pair to make the crossing. Their journey is also intended to raise funds and awareness for the David Suzuki Foundation.
Berger and Zrum will be hosting a sendoff party on Sunday, April 13th from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.


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Families get children's shots up to date at Shots Across Texas event
Aug. 20, 2011 at 3:20 a.m.
Crystal Garcia said she completed all her pre-school shopping in advance to avoid the rush. Last, but far from least, she brought her 4-year-old son, Jack Holst, to take advantage of the free vaccinations at the 18th annual Shots Across Texas Event at Victoria College on Saturday.
"He's starting school for the first time Monday," Garcia said.
The percentage of school-aged children with current vaccinations has always been in the high 90s. Since the start of the Shots Across Texas program, Victoria's rate for fully immunized children under the school age has increased from 40 percent to the high 70 percentile range.
"We're giving free vaccinations for children of all ages - babies, pre-school, school age and college," said JoAnne Settles, co-chairwoman of the Sunrise Rotary Club.
Shots Across Texas is one of at least five community service projects Northside Victoria Club and Sunrise Rotary Club combine their efforts to host each year.
Vaccinations are provided to families for free at Shots Across Texas events through the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Settles said 160 children's records were reviewed, resulting in about 300 doses of vaccinations administered at the event.
Garcia said she was looking forward to browsing the other informational booths after getting her son's shots up to date.
Families got their "passports" stamped at each of the 14 wellness stations featuring information about nutrition, exercise, safety, health and literacy to enter in a door prize drawing.
Among the informational booths, Dr. Ray Gonzales provided dental screenings and Dr. Amy Kirkpatrick provided vision screenings.
"We are filling in the gaps," Settles said. "Many families already have their own providers or get their vaccinations through the Health Department, but this is one more opportunity for families to get their children important vaccinations."
For many families, the Shots Across Texas event provides a convenient time and place to vaccinate children before the school year begins. Lisa Lopez brought her 12-year-old daughter Dystiny to get her shots.
"I have two jobs and it is hard for me to get to another place," Lopez said. "I don't know where else I'd go."
Lopez said her daughter is behind on several vaccinations.
"She's heading into the 7th grade, so she needs those important shots this year," Lopez said.
Shad Estes, a volunteer with the Northside Rotary Club, helped administer immunizations and monitor the waiting line.
"Are you scared?" Estes asked Dystiny as she waited in line with her mother.
"No, not at all," Dystiny answered with a smile.


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Feb 05,2007
Military munitions prompt bomb scare
by Cheryl McDermott
Deschutes County Sheriff's deputies and the Oregon State Police bomb squad were called to an area near Knott Landfill this morning in response to the discovery of possible pipe bombs, authorities reported.
Knott Landfill in SE Bend Deputies responded to the area west of the landfill's administrative parking lot at 61000 SE 27th Street about 10:34 a.m., said Sgt. Gary Cima, and quickly established a safety perimeter around the four devices pending arrival of the Oregon State Police (OSP) bomb squad.
Upon closer examination, the items were found to be three military-issue illumination devices, and one military-issue smoke canister, the sergeant said.
Cima cautioned the public against moving or transporting potentially explosive or suspicious devices. "If a bomb or other suspicious device is encountered, get away from it and immediately call law enforcement authorities. Do not attempt to move or relocate it," he warned.


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Eagles Rookies Struggling in Training CampAugust 13, 2012
The 2012 season has the chance to be the Year of the Eagle, but for that to happen, the team must get major production from their rookie class. Which Philadelphia Eagles rookies look good through the first half of training camp?
First-rounder Fletcher Cox and second-rounder Mychal Kendricks are both penciled in to the starting lineup, but are they both living up to their draft stock? The Eagles' late-round picks will be asked to fill roles for depth and special teams, but how are they acclimating to the NFL?
Find out which Eagles rookies are struggling, and leave us your thoughts in the comments.


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ADMISSIONS have been suspended at a care home for the elderly following the deaths of five residents in six days.
Fairfield Care Home is under investigation by the Care Inspectorate and NHS Highland, and police and social workers have been on site, but no firm details have been revealed about the nature and seriousness of the concerns.
Four women in their 90s and one woman in her 80s died at the Inverness facility in the last week of January.
A source at Highland Council, who did not want to be named, said that the deaths were caused by flu and winter ailments but there was a question mark over the way "things had been recorded" at the 35-bed facility.
- There is more on this story in today's Inverness Courier.


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Live: Seattle city leaders talk about Ride the Ducks crash on Aurora Bridge
Published 9:58 am, Friday, September 25, 2015
Seattle city leaders gathered Friday morning to discuss developments in the investigation into a deadly Thursday crash on Aurora Bridge.
Four people have died since the crash. All four of the dead were international students studying at North Seattle College, the school confirmed Thursday evening. The school said government officials were trying to contact family members abroad.
Early Friday morning the school said the students were from Austria, China, Indonesia and Japan. The school did not identify them.


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Adnan, Faizul Amri and Hironori, Yasukawa (2008) Experimental investigation of wave-induced motions of an obliquely moving ship. In: 2nd Regional Conference on Vehicle Engineering & Technology, 15 - 16 July 2008, Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur.
The lateral drift appears due to the effects of wind forces and/or wave drifting forces for a ship sailing in actual sea. The effects of wind forces and / or wave drifting forces in views of lateral drift for ship moving with certain forward speed have not been studied previously. Therefore, it is important to investigate experimentally the influence of the lateral drift to ship seakeeping performance. In this paper experimental results for the ship motions and drift forces on a container ship SR108 obliquely moving in waves are presented. An outline of the model test are also presented in this paper. It is shown that sway, yaw and roll motions are significantly occured even in head waves. In general it is also found that the ship motions and drift forces are influenced mostly by hull drift motion.
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Hurting Kobe says he will play Game 5Posted by Inside Hoops
May 12
The Los Angeles Times (Steve Springer) reports: Kobe Bryant left no doubt after the Lakers' practice today that he'll be on the court Wednesday for Game 5 against the Utah Jazz at Staples Center in the Western Conference Semifinals. Bryant said his lower back, which he injured in Game 4 on Sunday in Salt Lake City, was "sore, tight and stiff." "I'll play [Wednesday]. I can't imagine it'll be any worse than it was last night. It was pretty bad," he said. Bryant will undergo round-the-clock treatment the next two days involving electrical stimulation, ice, heat, massage and stretching exercises.


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An Elul Experiment….August 31st, 2011
I am feeling prodded? inspired? by Rabbi Phyllis Sommers' BlogElul project. She challenges us to blog daily for the month of Elul about the month and its process of introspection and teshuva. Since I am working on the parameters of my computer and internet use this month, it might be quite counterproductive for me to participate.
I have to see whether the exercise helps me use my internet time better, or becomes one more task that just pulls me away from the people I love. Time will tell… and I am here, blogging Elul, for now.
I am trying a new family project this Elul, as an experiment. We are going to (try to) focus on one midda (character trait) or mitvzah each day of Elul and try to improve it.
While I know this is not that different from what many people do during the omer leading up to Shavuot, I am trying this new approach with the children that somehow managed to turn into big kids on me this summer. All of them. All at once.
That's a different blog post. What I have found to be so interesting so far is the list itself. I had put some choices down on paper to give the kids some ideas and a head start. What they wanted to add was such a personal and honest reflection of what they know they need to work on that it simply fascinated me.
I know that part of real teshuva means not focusing on everything. Choosing one, maybe two areas or challenges in your own life and truly focusing on change in them is the advised course, and often the most effective.
I wanted everyone to be setting an example for each other, and it of course is forcing me to step up. Today the kids chose to focus on saying all of the brachot, or blessings, and doing so properly. So I had to be more focused on nursery-teacher like loud pronouncements of my own, making time and space for their "Amens". Which is all good.
It feels a little like the office pool that loses weight together. We are a team, trying to take baby steps and improve, but together.
I don't know if this will work, or if we will keep it up all month. I hope we do. It certainly is a self-imposed mechanism for me to focus on my family on that which matters.
I will keep you posted on our progress, but if you have any ideas for what should be on our month long list, I would LOVE to hear them!


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Empathy is the ability to feel along with others. Sympathy is the ability to feel for others. People with autism spectrum disorder may appear to be both unempathetic and unsympathetic. They may laugh when someone is injured, or respond with little or no emotion to another person's grief or joy. Does this lack of appropriate response mean that people with autism feel neither empathy or sympathy?

What Research Says About Empathy, Sympathy, and Autism

Quite a bit of research has gone into the question of whether people with autism truly empathize with others. As a result, we know quite a bit about what stands in the way of empathy; whether empathy can be taught; and whether apparent lack of empathy really reflects a lack emotional connectedness.

The skill of "mind-reading" -- understanding another's thoughts through careful observation of body language, vocal tone, facial expression, etc. -- is key to empathy. People with autism often have a very difficult time with "mind reading," though it's clear that the skills can be taught.

While Simon Baron-Cohen chalks up lack of mind reading skills to an "extreme male" brain which focuses on systems rather than on relationships, Dr. Uta Frith notes that "failure of bonding or attachment does not appear to be a distinguishing characteristic of autism in early childhood." A related study by Jones et al which compares psychopathic to autistic children finds "the affective/ information processing correlates of psychopathic tendencies and ASD are quite different. Psychopathic tendencies are associated with difficulties in resonating with other people's distress, whereas ASD is characterised by difficulties in knowing what other people think."

While Frith, Jones, and others suggest that apparent lack of empathy in people with autism is the result of difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, though, other studies suggest physical differences in the brain might account for lack of empathy. In addition, says one recent study, "Subjects with ASD may use an atypical cognitive strategy to gain access to their own emotional state in response to other people's emotions."

Why People with Autism May Seem Unsympathetic or Unempathetic

Most typically developing people learn appropriate body language and words to express sympathy and empathy by watching and imitating parents and other people. A typically developing four-year-old, for example, might recognize an expression of pain because she has seen it before, either in person or on TV. Similarly, she might "kiss a boo-boo" because she's seen someone else do the same thing.

People with autism, however, lack the social skills associated with observing and interpreting body language. They are also less likely to imitate others spontaneously. Thus, a lack of expressed sympathy or empathy may be the result of a lack of skills rather than a lack of feeling. That's because many of the skills required to understand and respond to others' emotions are precisely the skills that are most likely to be compromised in autism. For example:

To empathize with another person, one must recognize the other person's feelings. People with autism have difficulties with "reading" others' faces and body language, and may not fully understand their spoken words.

To empathize with another person, one must share the other person's hopes, dreams and/or expectations. People with autism may not, for example, share an intense desire for romantic involvement, ambition to rise up in an organization, or fear of embarrassment.

To empathize with another person, one must have the cognitive and emotional experience to relate personally to another's feelings. People with autism may have cognitive challenges -- or they may simply lack the experience necessary to empathize -- even if they are quite capable of sympathizing.

To empathize with another person, one must not only feel with that person but also have the tools to show or tell about one's empathic feelings. People with autism may not show or tell about their feelings in ways that are clearly understood by others.

To empathize with another person, one must share a cultural understanding that displays of empathy are expected and desired. People with autism may not pick up on cultural cues, and thus may not express empathic feelings even when they are felt.

The Bottom Line

Bottom line: While many people with autism may appear to lack empathy, the reasons may relate more to social communications deficits than to lack of underlying emotional response. On the other hand, there may, in fact, be physical differences that make it harder for people with autism to empathize - and show empathy - in a typical manner.

Sources:

Baron-Cohen, S.. "Sex differences in the brain: implications for explaining autism." Science. 2005 Nov 4;310(5749):819-23.

Frith, U. "Review: Mind Blindness and the Brain in Autism." Neuron, Vol. 32, 969–979, December 20, 2001, Copyright 2001 by Cell Press.

Jones, et al. "Feeling, caring, knowing: different types of empathy deficit in boys with psychopathic tendencies and autism spectrum disorder." J Child Psychol Psychiatry. 2010 Nov;51(11):1188-97.

Schrandt et al. "Teaching empathy skills to children with autism". J Appl Behav Anal. 2009 Spring;42(1):17-32.

 Schulte-Rüther et al. "Dysfunctions in brain networks supporting empathy: an fMRI study in adults with autism spectrum disorders." Soc Neurosci. 2011 Feb;6(1):1-21. Epub 2010 Oct 13.


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SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acer has made its popular, highly adaptable nettop and entertainment center for the home even more appealing. The AspireRevo AR3700 is sporting a new look and faster performance. Available today at leading technology retailers for $349.99, this sleek one-liter nettop now comes in a handsome dark blue chassis with subtle accents and a faster dual-core processor.
About the size of a book, AspireRevo can be mounted on a small foot stand or easily hidden from view by attaching it to the back of a television or LCD with a VESA mounting system. Although compact, the combination of an Intel® Atom™ D525 dual-core processor, Windows® 7 Home Premium and discrete NVIDIA® ION™ graphics provides ample muscle for taking on casual games, playback of 1080p HD movies and digital photo editing.
It keeps a low profile not only through its small footprint, but quiet operation. The low power processor and optimized component placement reduce system noise, making this nettop ideally suited for the living room or bedroom.
"The AspireRevo AR3700 is an excellent pick for consumers desiring an affordable device for enjoying digital media that won't take up much space and will integrate well with the home entertainment center," said Steve Smith, senior business manager of consumer desktops for Acer America. "When you consider the flexibility in mounting options, quiet operation and performance for the price, you'll be hard pressed to find a more practical secondary computer for the home."
Outfitted with plenty of features, the AspireRevo boasts 2GB DDR3 SDRAM for efficient multitasking, high-definition audio support for dynamic sound quality and a 250GB SATA hard drive(1) for storing and organizing digital entertainment and productivity files. A multi-in-one media card reader quickly and easily transfers files from digital cameras, smartphones and other devices to the PC and an HDMI port provides connection to compatible digital audio devices, computer monitors and digital TVs. The system also includes six USB 2.0 ports, 802.11 b/g/n wireless and a wireless keyboard and mouse.
Environmentally-conscious users will appreciate the screw-free design and small size that minimize system and packing materials. The ultra-low-consumption processor saves power and enables the system to meet Energy Star® guidelines.
The Acer® AspireRevo AR3700-U3002 nettop is available in the U.S. via leading online technology retailers for $349.99.
About Acer
Since its founding in 1976, Acer has achieved the goal of breaking the barriers between people and technology. Globally, Acer ranks No. 2 for total PCs and notebooks.(2) A profitable and sustainable Channel Business Model is instrumental to the company's continuing growth, while its multi-brand approach effectively integrates Acer, Gateway, Packard Bell, and eMachines brands in worldwide markets. Acer strives to design environmentally friendly products and establish a green supply chain through collaboration with suppliers. Acer is proud to be a Worldwide Partner of the Olympic Movement, including the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter and London 2012 Olympic Games. The Acer Group employs 7,000 people worldwide. 2009 revenues reached US$17.9 billion. See www.acer-group.com for more information.
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The Social Security Administration ("SSA") administers two programs: Social Security Disability Insurance ("SSDI") and Supplemental Security Income ("SSI"). Although a detailed discussion of the criteria you must meet to be eligible for benefits under either program is beyond the scope of this article, SSDI is generally for persons who are permanently and totally disabled according to SSA's definition of disability and unable to work, but have accumulated sufficient work credits from working to be eligible for benefits. SSI is generally for persons who are older than age 65, blind, or disabled.
If you have applied for Social Security Benefits but your application has been denied, you can appeal that the denial, but you must act quickly because you only have 60 days from the date printed on the denial letter to appeal. There are four levels of appeal: (1.) Request for Reconsideration; (2.) Hearing; (3.) Appeals Council; and (4.) District Court. Each of these levels of appeal will now be discussed in more detail.
If your initial application for benefits is denied, you can submit a Request for Reconsideration ("RFR"). By submitting an RFR, you are asking SSA to have an agent other than the agent that denied you benefits in the first place review your application. The new agent will completely review your file, as well as any additional information that you submit, such as more recent medical records. Generally, the reconsideration occurs without a hearing, although if you are appealing a denial of benefits because SSA says that you are no longer disabled, you may have to appear before a SSA agent to explain why you are still disabled.
If your RFR is denied, you can request a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge ("ALJ"). Again, you must act quickly, because you only have a limited amount of time to request a hearing. After you request a hearing, SSA may ask you to produce additional information in support of your application for benefits. You may submit additional information, and you may be required to an independent medical, psychological, or vocational examination.
At the hearing, the ALJ will question you, your witnesses, and SSA's witnesses about your disability and other qualifications for benefits. There may adverse witnesses from or on behalf of SSA who will testify against your claim, but you or your representative will have the opportunity to question those adverse witnesses. After the hearing is concluded, the ALJ will issue a determination of your eligibility for benefits. The ALJ will take into account all of the evidence submitted in support of your application, including your testimony, the testimony of any witnesses on your behalf, the testimony of any adverse witnesses, all of the evidence already in the file, and any additional evidence that you have submitted in support of your application for benefits.
If the ALJ denies your application, you may appeal the denial to the Appeals Council. Your case will be reviewed by an Appeals Analyst, who will review all of the information in your file and then make a recommendation to an Appeals Judge or Appeals Officer. The Appeals Judge or Appeals Officer will consider all of the information in your file, the ALJ's decision, the reasons for the ALJ's decision, the reasons for the original denial of your application for benefits, and the recommendation of the Appeals Analyst. After considering all of these factors, the Appeals Judge or Appeals Officer will issue a decision either granting or denying your application and explaining the reasons why your application was granted or denied.
The last stage in the appeals process is filing a lawsuit in federal district court. Again, you must file your lawsuit within the period of time listed on your denial letter from the Appeals Council. Very few applicants get to this point, so I won't discuss it in detail. However, suffice it to say that filing a lawsuit in federal district is an extremely complex and difficult process, and you are well advised to seek out the services of an attorney to represent you.
Applicants for social security benefits frequently ask if they should have an attorney represent them in the application and appeals process. From my perspective, the short answer is yes, for two reasons. First, you typically hire the attorney on a contingent-fee basis of 25% of past-due benefits, or $6,000.00, whichever is less. That means that you don't pay any money out-of-pocket, except for expenses, and that the attorney does not get paid unless you prevail. Second, the law related to social security benefits is mind-numbingly complex, and you need an attorney to navigate the maze of laws, regulations, and cases that govern social security, apply the law to the facts of your case, put the facts most favorable to you forward, and zealously represent you in your application and at all stages of appeal.
So, you really have nothing to lose by hiring an attorney to represent you. Some people apparently believe that you should apply for social security benefits by yourself the first time, when you do the initial application, but then hire an attorney if your application is denied. I have to disagree with this notion, because you're better off with an attorney representing you from the beginning. The ultimate attorney fee might be less, but I'd rather see you qualify for benefits sooner After all, the focus is on you, not the attorney.
Baland Law Office, P.L.L.C. represents applicants for social security benefits at all stages of the application and appeals process. Please call (763) 450-9494 to set up an initial consultation to discuss your case and options.


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(NBC News) The United States Supreme Court is expected to announce its decision today in a case that asked if a company has the same religious freedoms as individuals.
Hobby Lobby and Conestoga Wood – both owned by religious groups – argue the Affordable Care Act shouldn't force them to provide free contraceptives like plan b that can terminate a pregnancy. "It's their religious belief that that is ending a life, then the state doesn't get to second-guess that," said Chief Counsel, Judicial Crisis Network, Carrie Severino.
The question for the Court is what to do about employees – women – whose beliefs are different. "The owner has a right to his or her religious beliefs, but that doesn't mean you get to discriminate against women if a woman have different beliefs than what the owner has," said Rep. Xavier Becerra, (D) California.
The government can fine companies with more than 50 employees that violate the health law, but Conestoga says it faces $35 million dollars a year – Hobby Lobby faces $475 million.
There are exceptions for churches and non-profits.
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The British Cattle Conference will focus on 'breeding healthy food in a hungry world' across its two-and-a-half day event in January.
The conference will see the first day-and-a-half dedicated to beef, and industry leaders will highlight the changing demands for meat.
Speakers will also provide an insight into the British cattle breeding industry and how it is preparing to deliver a healthy diet to a growing global population.
Neil Darwent, chairman of The British Cattle Breeders Club (BCBC), said: "Our 2014 conference theme reflects the challenges faced by cattle breeders of today and we have a wide range of speakers, including internationally-renowned geneticists, breeding specialists and nutritionists. We also have a number of forward-thinking dairy and beef producers, who will outline how their businesses are run and present their views on how they see the future.
"There will be plenty of time for delegates to network at the conference and catch up with other industry representatives. While there is no requirement to join the BCBC to attend, members are eligible for a discounted attendance fee. We hope you will join us."
The conference will be held in Telford, Shropshire on 20-22 January.


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text: Johannesburg - Togo goalkeeper Kodjovi Obilale feels he is akin to "a miracle" after surviving the attack on the team bus in Angola.The 25-year-old was travelling to the African Nations Cup with the rest of his team-mates prior to the start of the competition when they were shot at with machine-guns in the Cabinda region of the country.Three people died in the January 8 incident - the bus driver, an assistant coach and a press officer - while Obilale, who was initially also reported as dead, had to be flown to South Africa for emergency treatment after sustaining gunshot wounds in the lower back and abdomen."I'm a miracle," the France based goalkeeper told L'Equipe from Milpark Hospital in Johannesburg, where he has been since the attack."I'm alive, I'm doing well, I'm talking, eating and breathing."I want to go back home. When the tension increases in me, I lose it, I want to break everything."I want to see my children again and be back with those closest to me."


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An incorrect version was published yesterday about Tatsunoko vs. Capcom and the company's PR has sent the media the following, corrected one.
Una versión incorrecta fue publicada ayer acerca de Tatsunoko vs. Capcom y la gente de relaciones públicas ha mandado a los medios de comunicación la siguiente versión correcta.
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TATSUNOKO VS CAPCOM™ ULTIMATE ALL-STARS COMES TO NORTH AMERICAN Wii™ OWNERS THIS WINTER
The Latest in Capcom's Popular VS Series Combines Beloved Japanese Anime and Capcom Characters
LOS ANGELES, CA, E3 Expo — June 2, 2009 – Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that the next entry of the company's popular VS fighting series, TATSUNOKO VS. CAPCOM™ ULTIMATE ALL-STARS will be coming to Wii™ this winter.
TATSUNOKO VS. CAPCOM ULTIMATE ALL-STARS pairs well-known characters from Capcom's roster of games with some of Japan's most beloved characters from anime powerhouse Tatsunoko Production. From Capcom's 30-year history comes characters like Ryu and Chun-Li from the Street Fighter® series, Morrigan from Darkstalkers® and company mascot Mega Man® Volnutt from Mega Man Legends. Tatsunoko's near half-century of Japanese animation excellence is represented by the likes of Ken the Eagle and Jun the Swan from the Science Ninja Team Gatchaman® anime (known in North America as Battle of the Planets or G-Force), cybernetic warrior Casshan and comedic action hero Yatterman No. 1. All together, there are more than 20 colorful combatants to choose from in order to form the ultimate tag team combination.
Gameplay will instantly set fighting game fans' fingers twitching, combining elements from Capcom games like Street Fighter and previous entries in the VS series, TATSUNOKO VS. CAPCOM ULTIMATE ALL-STARS is a fun fighting game designed for all levels of players. Players choose from the combined roster of fighters to create their favorite two man/woman/cyborg/robot tag team, rotating on the fly between the two players throughout the course of each match. Those new to the genre will appreciate the game's bright visual style and simplified four-button fighting controls. Hardcore Capcom fighting fans will dig in to the game's depth, uncovering huge Aerial Rave combos and unique Variable Assists, gorgeous Ultimate Hyper Combos, and Variable Combinations that combine the capabilities of two members of the player's tag-team to unleash huge damage.
TATSUNOKO VS. CAPCOM ULTIMATE ALL-STARS is new version of the game that released in Japan in arcades and on the Wii in December 2008. Capcom is looking into adding new features to the game, including possible additions of several new characters from both Capcom and Tatsunoko, and is exploring the option of online gameplay. TATSUNOKO VS. CAPCOM ULTIMATE ALL-STARS will work with a number of different control devices, including Wii Remote™ and Nunchuk™, Classic Controller, GameCube Controller and various third-party joysticks designed for the Wii.
About Tatsunoko Production Co., Ltd.
Tatsunoko is a Japanese animation company founded in 1962. The studio debuted in 1965 with its first TV series Space Ace. Since then, the studio has produced numerous original works. The studio boasts highly popular characters which transcend time and space. Its most renowned works include Speed Racer and Science Ninja Team Gatchaman, which are also highly acclaimed overseas. More information can be found on the company's Japanese website at http://www.tatsunoko.co.jp.
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including best-selling franchises Resident Evil®, Street Fighter®, Mega Man® and Devil May Cry®. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Korea, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom can be found on the company web site, www.capcom.com.
Capcom, the Capcom logo, Resident Evil, Mega Man, Darkstalkers and Devil May Cry are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd., in the U.S. or other countries. Street Fighter is a registered trademark of Capcom U.S.A., Inc. Gatchaman is a registered trademark of TATSUNOKO PRODUCTION CO., LTD. "Tatsunoko VS Capcom" is developed and published by Capcom Co., Ltd., partially licensed by TATSUNOKO PRODUCTION CO., LTD. Wii and the Wii logo are trademarks of Nintendo. © 2006 Nintendo. All other trademarks are owned by their respective owners.


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Pug Puppy Eats a Lime (Video)
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'This Land is Your Land' (1944)
Woody Guthrie
As the fog was lifting/
A voice was chanting/
This land was made for you and me
Folk icon Woody Guthrie released this inspirational tune in 1944 as a response to Irving Berlin's "God Bless America" and as an attempt to more accurately depict United States sentiments.
Video: "This Land is Your Land" by Woody Guthrie.
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The style of dancing at the wedding is viewed as the most superb and sentimental piece of the marriage function.
It is a standout amongst the most important snapshots of the day. Of course, you need it to be delightful. After all, these are the occasions you will have affectionate recollections of for quite a long time to come.
Wedding dance styles for the lady of the hour means bride and prep's (groom) first couple dance , a dance of father with daughter, dance with mother and dancing at the gathering incorporate waltz, foxtrot and moderate moving yet as of late numerous more dancing styles have turned out to be mainstream. A few couples pick a sentimental, average tune; others choose a lively, vigorous melody or a (blend) beginning moderate and emotional then breaking into a quick move or free-form.
We picked the best wedding first move schedules from the web with move styles including customary music like a waltz, ease back move or foxtrot to the swing, Lindy bounce or jitterbug, and, Latin determinations like rumba, mambo, salsa and some concoction schedules.
The Waltz dancing style is a standout amongst the most well-known wedding dance styles. The waltz is an extraordinary decision for a dance in weddings. It is a 3/4 time musicality, which separates it from other four beat rhythms. This dance is a smooth, liquid move that ordinarily moves around the floor in a counterclockwise course. There is an extraordinary musicality called the Hesitation that is utilized as a part of a blend with three include or six tally designs the waltz. There is an assortment of dance moves varieties including American Waltz, Country Western, Cajun, International, French and Viennese waltz and there are exemplary variants and contemporary adaptations of the waltz.
Moderate Dance (or Nightclub Two Step)
The usual dancing style (or nightclub two stage) is a later prevalent wedding dancing style of music and dancing. It is additionally an extremely prominent move classes for a wedding first move since they are moderate and sentimental. There is music which does not fit into any of the dance floors modest steps: waltz, foxtrot, and rumba. These melodies are slower than the beats for the formal dance kinds. Picking one of these sorts of melodies means moving either a conventional moderate move, which incorporates avoids and turns or one may choose a Nightclub Two Step contingent upon the music.
Swing Dance
Swing move is a term used to allude to a gathering of moves that incorporates the dancing styles like the jive, jitterbug, Boogie Woogie, Shag, East Coast Swing, Balboa, West and Lindy bounce. This is a phenomenal decision for a wedding first move on the off chance that you are searching for an enthusiastic wedding dance moves for your marriage!
Salsa Dance
The salsa dance moves are musical Latin moves that have proceeded in notoriety since the 1970's. Picking a salsa tune for dancing as a wedding first move is an energizing alternative. This dancing style is sexy, quick paced and musical. It requires more opportunity to learn than a rumba or necessary swing move.
The salsa movement started in New York with impact from Cuba and Puerto Rico. It is gotten from cha and mambo. There are one of a kind styles of salsa in various locales of the world including Cuban, Miami, Colombian, Los Angeles and New York.


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Heinel Farm is a fourth generation family run vegetable farm. We earn our living raising fresh vegetables
for the Minneapolis, Shoreview and White Bear Lake Farmer's Markets. We practice sustainable farming methods
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4th Generation Family Run Vegetable Farm
Want a little insight to our farming practices? Check out this post by Tracey Paska…
This will be the last weekend for our spring-dug parsnips this season. But don't fret we'll have lettuce and radishes along with the spinach and green onions.
Are they white carrots? Are they turnips? We're asked often what are they? And we'll happily tell them… they are parsnips!
They are related to carrots, but are the closest relative to parsley. They are a root vegetable that grow larger the farther north you go. The early popularity of parsnips was replaced with the potato. They are planted in early spring, as soon as the ground can be worked. Harvesting can begin in the fall and continue until the ground freezes. The remaining parsnips can be left in the ground and harvested in the spring. That process converts the starches in parsnips to sugars making spring-dug parsnips sweeter then the fall-dug ones. However, spring-dug ones must be harvested before the tops to go seed.
What do you do with them? That's the next question we get after the "what are they" question.
Parsnips can be boiled, roasted or used in stews, soups and casseroles. Roasted parsnip is considered an essential part of Christmas dinner in some parts of the English-speaking world and frequently features in the traditional Sunday Roast. It's also often paired with lamb for an Easter dinner in some cultures. Parsnips can also be fried, or can be eaten raw, although raw parsnips are not frequently consumed.
The parsnip is richer in vitamins and minerals than its close relative, the carrot. It is particularly rich in potassium and a good source of dietary fiber.
For more information on parsnips check out: http://www.answers.com/topic/parsnip
Check out this great article written by Rick Nelson of the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
We had a very successful winter when it comes to the produce we winter over. We had a great survival rate on our spinach. Therefore, we'll be at the Minneapolis Farmer's Market on Lyndale from about 9-noon this Saturday selling our winter spinach, green onions and spring dug parsnips. We're planning on bringing a lot, but come early, you don't want to miss out on this early treat.
And check back for updates as to when other produce will be available.
Spring is well underway. This has been one of the earliest springs we've been able to get started. We have spring spinach, lettuce, radishes, peas and beets planted and already coming up. It's going to be an exciting market year. See you soon!


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How To Expose Greenwash
Posted by keith on December 12th, 2008
Exposure is what Greenwashers fear most of all — serious exposure can destroy a campaign; it can destroy a reputation; it can destroy a brand; it can destroy a government. It has happened before and it will happen again.
Exposure is the nexus between ignorance and awareness.
On this short journey we have learnt to spot greenwash from a mile away – recognising the tell-tale smirk in the eyes of the publicist and the lies between the lines written in your morning paper. You can spot greenwash.
We have also learnt how to investigate the murky recesses of the greenwasher's mind and dig out the dirt that the corporate lobbyist or the public servant wants to keep hidden away. You can find out their secrets.
Now it is time for the final stage in our journey: Exposing The Greenwashers.
Doing It Right
I'm assuming you have all the information you need to expose the greenwasher, and just want to get it out there. Regardless of whether you do the exposing yourself, or rely on some other willing (or unwilling ;-) ) party to do the exposure for you, there are four factors that will determine the success of your efforts — four factors, that you have control over.
Timing can be pretty complicated to get right, especially when you are not executing the exposure yourself, but a good rule of thumb is: The quicker the better. As an example of how important this can be; when I found out about the Triangle Of Peace Foundation, I found, to my delight, that they had foolishly neglected to use that phrase anywhere on the Internet, so by investigating and exposing the issues online, and also republishing the article to a few places, I was able to ensure that anyone who looked for information as a result of the newspaper advertisment, would come across my negative article straight away.
Sometimes you need time to investigate properly, though, but that may not be a problem if you happen to have received an embargoed press release: simply carry out the exposure before the embargo date! It's also useful to take advantage of a topical item, such as the annual financial results of a company, to inject a frisson into the proceedings; or perhaps you might want to do something under cover of night (for safety), or at a weekend to ensure your exposure is visible when business opens on Monday morning. However you time it, though, do it while the information is fresh.
You probably can't afford to buy a minute of peak advertising time on a network TV channel in order to place your alternative message — in fact, the chances of a media cartel ever allowing such a message is slim to none (and slim just left town) so lack of funds isn't necessarily an issue; it's finding a medium that complements both the message you are sending, and also the greenwash that is being purveyed. Obviously web sites are one place to do things, but without an audience you're going to struggle to get your message out. But there are ways to use a medium to best effect — for instance:
– Phoning up a radio station to make an on topic point, then changing the subject halfway through to do your exposure
– Subvertising a billboard or other useful surface close to (or in) a premises belonging to the target
– Inserting information inside magazines and newspapers at news stands / newsagents
– Sending fake letters "from" the organization, or calling up (remember the rules about secrecy) "on their behalf" to give an alternate take on their greenwashing to a journalist or TV station
The medium is not the message, you just need to use your imagination to use the medium well.
Your target audience are probably not going to be in the same headspace as you, in terms of understanding why you are doing the exposure in the first place. Subtlety may be fine for media-savvy showoffs, but clever has to be very clever indeed if the message is to work. The best strategy is just keep it simple. If an oil company are lying about their emissions, say that they are lying about their emissions; if a politician has been a hypocrite, expose the hypocrisy in simple language; if an environmental charity are getting too close to a corporation for comfort, say how uncomfortable this is, and say it loud and often enough to make sure your message gets across.
Simple language; minimum words; clear graphics: maximum understanding.
You are only capable of doing so much, so don't beat yourself up about not being able to save the world on your own: you can't. Most greenwashing is carried out by organizations with lots of money, lots of contacts and the means to get their lies across to a huge audience; but that doesn't have to matter, so long as you understand the target audience. Let's face it, and here is a BIG CAVEAT: the vast majority of people are not that interested in whether a company is green or not; neither are they that interested in changing their views once they have been set. Greenwash is aimed at those bodies and individuals who are interested, so regardless of whether BP spend millions of Euros telling the world they are the kings of renewable energy, you only need to target those people likely to have been stirred by this message.
It makes things seem a lot easier, doesn't it.
Let's say a big press release goes out saying how Ford are reducing their car plant emissions (while still producing huge SUVs and pickups). Do a search for the text of the release, and you can find out who has reported their lies – you might find that by approaching these very same people, you can embarrass them into retracting, or at least amending their reports; or you might just want to target the fool who blindly pasted the lies into their report, and expose them. It's an idea, at least. What I am saying is that you don't need to operate at the scale of the greenwasher if you are clever enough; a targeted exposure of a very embarrassing fact can be just as effective.
Going Further
It's clear from this article that there are a host of different ways to expose greenwashers; I have only scratched the surface, and you can probably think of lots more. If you feel you're not able to do as much as you want on your own, then perhaps you need to join a network of anti-greenwashers: Earth First! are a good port of call; or you could send out a request via Indymedia; and there is now a Facebook group which might be able to help you out…
Remember, also, that exposing greenwash is an effective form of Sabotage, and when you join the ranks of the saboteurs there is a whole world of change that you can be creating!


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HAAHHHAHA awesome, i'm not laughing at you, its just that this is my best friends exact reasoning for it too. He thinks some dude was like "MAN, can I stop making the calander NOW??"
Originally posted by NW111
can you tell this those people : www.abovetopsecret.com...'
from the magazine
they are really crazy.. and talk bull*** right?
I would feeling very fine if those things (or one big thing) will never happen until we all life.
But signs are signs..
Originally posted by TheHunted
It may or may not be complete b.s. Or it may be just a matter of opinion. Personally I don't believe in the whole mayan prediction angle. But stocking up on food and on tangibles is really a good idea. Just read an article today on global warming which is not b.s but as real as it gets. We may not have to worry about 2012 since scientists agree the climate crisis has accelerated. So by all means disagree with 2012 end times all you want, but don't discourage people from preparing for the worst. The earths history is full of disasters and another is lurking around. So being ready for a hoax could mean being prepared for a real threat.
Originally posted by Harman
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That colliding planet thing is not the prevalent theory about 2012, not even on this forum. And the one thing that will prove 2012 wrong or right is the passing of time.
by the way, i agree that 2012 will not be the end of the world. That said i do think that 2012 will be the culmination point of a lot of events that will send our backside flying left and right before the end. Just keep your head level and your feet grounded and all will be ok.
Originally posted by BorgHoffen
The planet is going to explode.
Maybe not in 2012 but eventually.
Ive been trying to speed it up, but I haven't had much luck.
It seems you need a heck of a lot more C4 than is available.
Originally posted by realboogyman
I know alot of people who can't live without their cellphones, and all those people said the calendar on their cellphones go way past 2012.
They told me that if you an put a satelite in the air and antanneas all over the globe to talk to people via airwaves then that is the calendar they go by. They say we are way more sophisticated that the mayans. These people are my sis, my mom, my wife, my bro i law
But me???? I have no clue, It might not be the end of the world but perhaps a different world.


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Is there anything better than tucking away somewhere hidden with your love? How about if it's in the middle of the week, out of cell range, without internet or TV, in the middle of a snow storm? Ahh, lovely. That's exactly what Pete and I were able to do recently when a friend stayed with the kids and we headed up the shore.
We stayed for two nights at a small lodge along Lake Superior, not far from Grand Marais and the Canadian Boarder.
The lodge was old and cozy with a big fireplace in the family room where we sat for hours talking to visitors from all over the country.
There was also a pretty fantastic game room in the basement. It's fun to play like kids when our own kids are with someone else.
Snack, anyone?
While we were cozy inside, it snowed and snowed and snowed. It was perfect.
The snow did eventually stop, of course. When it did, we walked next door to a little pub and restaurant. Their walleye was amazing. Pete and I ate under the watchful eye of this big guy.
After two days, we drove back to Duluth, caught an afternoon movie, and went home to cuddle our babes. Two days away with my love. I can't wait to do it again.
A few of you have asked about the progress of our sweet Beatrice – the vintage camper we're working on. (If you missed our introduction post of our camping adventures, click here.) Beatrice is currently at a local camper shop getting a little work done. She needs some electrical parts replaced and a few spots patched in the roof. She's also getting a new dinette installed since the old table didn't actually belong with her and, therefore, wouldn't turn into an additional bed. We pulled out all the mattresses and curtains before she left us, and we'll soon be working with a local shop to have the them all remade (they were gross!). They'll also be recovering the dinette cushions to match our vision for the inside, which means they'll likely end up red. Once we get her back and the weather warms up a little (which is practically unimaginable in the bitter cold), we'll paint her inside and out and start the fun decorating! I can't wait for that! I'm thinking we may go primarily red and aqua inside with vintage postcards and maps of Lake Superior. Good thing we've got some great antique shops around here! I'll be sure to post pictures of my antiquing and thrifting treasures as they are discovered. We can't wait to go camping!
What's the weather like where you are? It's frigid here! I may make a cup of chai and imagine I'm back in Kenya, where we were exactly one year ago. If you could go anywhere right now, where would you go?
Stay warm!


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Evaluate the following expression when x= -3 and y= 2.
First, substitute x with -3. Remember to put brackets around -3.
Now, (-3)2 is equals to (-3)(-3). Multiplying -3 with -3 gives 9.
Next, multiply 5 with 9. You will get 45.
The expression is now 45y.
Next, substitute y with 2.
Finally, multiply 45 with 2. You will get 90. Therefore, the answer is D.
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As promised in a previous article, about a brief history of the renewable energy, I recently discovered some innovative, mind-blowing projects using green energy that I for one would buy the minute they enter the market.
Most of them are small devices designed to conserve and re-use energy and to improve our everyday lives. Other projects involve changing a little bit the face of the community and to make the transition from a normal city to an eco-city easier.
What do these inventions have in common? They are all crazy ideas! If you thought that harnessing energy brought to us from nature is innovative, other people have taken the renewable energy concept to a whole new level of technology and efficiency.
The spherical sun power generator
This generator is the creation of a German architect who combined spherical geometry principles with a dual axis tracking system and a collector which converts solar energy into electricity and thermal energy at the same time.
The system is rotational and suitable for inclined surfaces, like roofs or hills. The generator named the beta.ray can produce twice the energy of a conventional solar panel and it can be used as an electric car charging station.
At night, the beta.ray turns into a high-power lamp using LEDs to illuminate your location.
Tree shaped wind turbines
These new wind turbines are installed in Paris, by New Wind Company. The inventor says that this type of wind turbines can exploit small air currents flowing in the cities, just as the natural leaves tremble when there is no wind. Of course, the efficiency of the trees is a bit low for now, but I guess the company is planning to install a forest of them, so they will produce more electricity.
The Makani Energy Kite
The creators of the Energy Kite believe that a new approach in using wind energy with less materials and more lightweight electronics and smart software can bring new green energy alternatives.
The kite is launched from the ground at 800ft and flies in circles. Rotors mounted on the wings drive generators that produce electricity. The kite is guided by a computer which uses GPS and sensors to calculate adjustments and position.
Solar-powered keyboard
What is the main problem when you own a wireless keyboard? Charging batteries of course. As it becomes more and more annoying to constantly charge or change them when you less want to, Logitech has come with the perfect solution: solar-powered keyboards.
The technology used is the same as in Citizen Watches that can get power from both outdoor and indoor light. Moreover, the Logitech keyboard can be described as an eco-keyboard because of its PVC-free construction and its recyclable packaging. You could start with it if you want to make your home and eco-friendly one.
The Hydrobee
It is a small green device which generates power using flowing water and solar power. It charges six internal batteries which can then be used to charge other devices. Now, the Hydrobee is just a concept but hopefully the company that created it will get funding to start producing. This devices would be very useful in remote areas.
Human powered workout gym concept
Two very clever people have thought a lot about how people working out release a great amount of energy which is lost forever. So they had the idea of the ultimate contemporary gym which uses "green" energy produced by physical exercises in transportation. That way, people can help their selves by working out but they also help others by transporting them to their destination.
Flat towers
As the cities become more and more crowded, the architects and engineers think about innovative buildings which are less tall than skyscrapers and more environmentally friendly.
This flat tower has a dome-like structure with green technology incorporated. The top surface lets in the sunlight so the interior needs less electricity during the day and the ground level can hold up green areas and entertainment facilities. The dome will have all the technology expected from a green home, including solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems.
It is truly amazing how more and more people are turning towards green energy for the pollution and creating a more eco-friendly future for young generations.


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Last night, before the final day of New York Fashion Week, MAC Cosmetics laid down the red carpet for a party in honor of their newest Viva Glam ambassadors, Nicki Minaj and Ricky Martin.
The event, held at 37 Studios in Manhattan, celebrated the launch of the newest MAC Viva Glam makeup line, which donates 100 percent of its profits to the MAC AIDS Fund. Since its inception in 1994, the charity has raised about $235 million to assist men, women and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. Previous Viva Glam ambassadors include Mary J. Blige, Cyndi Lauper, Lady Gaga and Elton John.
With DJ Benny Benassi on the decks, spinning remixed versions of Rihanna's "We Found Love" and Heavy D & the Boyz' "Now That We Found Love," Fashion Week elite mingled among large, rotating MAC letters. Attendees included Kelly Osbourne, designers Christian Siriano and Alexander Wang, stylist Brad Goreski and model Coco Rocha. Assorted models and fashion industry members danced throughout the intimate space, which featured decor straight out of a candy store: pink balls, puckered lips, jewel-tone lights.
However, the ambiance was secondary once the guests of honor showed up. In a large plume of smoke, and to the sound of a revving engine, Martin appeared onstage next to the tiny Minaj, who was fresh off her controversial "Roman Holiday" performance at the Grammys.
"I just want to say it is an honor for me be part of this family," said Martin, who will star in the Broadway show Evita next month. "This work is really valuable to try and create some consciousness."
"We all know someone with HIV/AIDS," Minaj added. "It's a disease that doesn't discriminate. No matter what your age is, please protect yourself."
"And use a condom," Martin added.
After their speech, Minaj made it to the dance floor briefly to greet her "Barbz," as she calls her fans. She also met with Project Runway winner Christian Siriano, who dressed Minaj for her recent Saturday Night Live performance and made an outfit for her tour.
"I think they are two cool pop icons from different genres and different worlds," Siriano told Rolling Stone. "I love that Ricky is a guy, and I like that mix, and I like that MAC supports that – supports men that are eccentric and playing in fashion."
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Veronica, often called Speedwell, is a favourite perennial border plant flowering from summer through to autumn. It is a great plant for attracting bees, butterflies and birds and with its tall flower spikes and deep green foliage is an excellent accent plant. Veronica blooms for an unusually long time for a perennial.
There are about 500 species of Veronica making it the largest genus in the flowering plant Plantaginaceae. The species are herbaceous annuals or perennials that are easy to grow. Veronicas begin flowering in early summer and continue for a long time through autumn. They come in different sizes and types, ranging from small ground huggers to taller clump forming ones with impressive flower.
Gardeners who love the colour blue know that veronica provides some of the clearest, truest blues in the perennial border. Other flower colours are also available, including pink, rose and white. Veronicas have flower spikes that are composed of dozens of densely arranged, small florets, that open progressively from the base upwards to form a long lasting spike.
I love using this very versatile plant along my garden paths and in the seating areas, where butterflies can collect on this long-blooming flower.
Although low-growing varieties are available, the most common veronicas form attractive 30cm to 90cm tall mounds. Narrow spikes of tiny flowers adorn the plant in midsummer and are superb in bouquets.
The lower spreading varieties seldom exceed 10cm in height and are a very good groundcover addition in your garden.
Veronica can be a workhorse in the cut flower garden; it will provide a full second crop of stems if cut down completely to the ground after the first harvest. Veronica is a spiky or linear type flower that provides movement, action, or life to an arrangement, and is long lasting in the vase.
Veronica likes full sun in well-drained soil, and although it will tolerate some shade, the stems may flop a bit in that environment. In the USA Veronica is happy in Zones 3 to 8.
Transplant garden centre potted plants anytime during the growing season. Choose an overcast day or plant in the evening to minimize stress from the sun on the transplant. Space plants 30cm to 60cm apart, depending on the variety. Prepare the garden bed by using a garden fork or tiller to loosen the soil to a depth of 30cm, then mix in a 5cm to 10cm layer of compost. Dig a hole twice the diameter of the pot the plant is in. Carefully remove the plant from its container and place it in the hole so the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Carefully fill in around the root ball and firm the soil gently. Water thoroughly.
Veronicas must be watered regularly for best results. Apply a thin layer of compost each spring, followed by a 2cm layer of mulch to retain moisture and control weeds. Water plants during the summer if rainfall is less than 25mm per week. Stake tall varieties to keep them upright. After the first killing frost, cut stems back to between 25m and 50mm above the soil line. Divide plants every 3 to 4 years as new growth begins in the spring, lifting plants and dividing them into clumps.
The most common diseases afflicting Veronicas are fungal diseases characterized by powdery mildew appearing initially on the leaves. Diseases can be minimized by avoiding overcrowded spacing of plants and by carefully picking off affected leaves as soon as symptoms are evident. You can also apply fungicides as soon as symptoms are visible. Samples of fungicides to use are horticultural oil, sulphur, potassium bicarbonate and thiophanate-methyl. Check the labels for correct dosage.
Coreopsis: Zagreb coreopsis has strong yellow daisy flowers over thread-like leaves that combine well with 'Blue Peter' veronica in sun.
Lady's mantle: The chartreuse foamy flower sprays of Lady's Mantle are an attractive foil for Sunny Border Blue veronica in early summer.
Salvia: Echo the vertical spikes of violet Blue Salvia with the vertical spikes of white Icicle veronica. They enjoy similar situations.
Hemerocallis (Daylilies): An incredible assortment of flower sizes and colours, bloom times and plant heights means that there's a daylily for nearly any landscape situation! Try them in mixed shrub or perennial plantings, or naturalised in open areas. Long-lived and easy to grow.
Rudbeckia (Black-eyed Susan): Vibrant daisy flowers are classic summer beauties that attract butterflies and make beautiful cut flower arrangements. Native to North America, they are well-suited for the meadow or wildflower garden, and for naturalising. Combines well with Aster, Butterfly Bush and Echinacea. Heat tolerant.
Shasta Daisy: Beautiful daisy flowers are great for summer bouquets. Also attractive in butterfly gardens, or combined with other perennials such as Iris, Poppy, Daylily or Yarrow. Remove faded flowers down to the next visible bud to promote re-bloom.
Red Fox Veronica: Perfect variety for borders and naturalised areas, this deep rose-red variety won't overwhelm existing plantings — grows to 30cm to 45cm in height with an equal spread. Dense flower spikes attract butterflies with blooms all summer long. Zones 3-8.
Crater Lake Blue veronica (Veronica austriaca 'Crater Lake Blue'): Bears deep blue flowers in early summer on 45cm-tall plants. Zones 6-8.
Georgia Blue veronica (Veronica 'Georgia Blue'): Develops large mats of toothed purple-tinged foliage. Racemes of small saucer-shaped white-eyed deep blue flowers bloom from early spring into summer. It grows 30cm tall. Hardy in Zones 6-8.
Giles Van Hees veronica (Veronica 'Giles Van Hees') has lance-shaped foliage and dense spikes of bright pink flowers in summer. It grows 15cm tall. Hardy in Zones 4-8.
Veronica ('Ulster Blue Dwarf'): Blooms on a compact 30cm plant. This favourite Veronica is loved for its profusion of intense violet blue flowers all summer long. Wonderful as a border or container plant. Remove faded flowers to promote even more blooms. Rabbit resistant. Blooms mid to late season.
Icicle veronica (Veronica spicata 'Icicle') bears pure white flowers on spikes to 60cm tall. Zones 3-8.
Sunny Border Blue veronica (Veronica 'Sunny Border Blue') is one of the best upright veronicas for sunny gardens. With glossy, dark green crumpled leaves and 18cm spires of violet flowers from early summer on, it is outstanding. It grows to 60cm tall. Hardy in Zones 4-8.
Waterperry Blue veronica (Veronica 'Waterperry Blue') is a groundcover type with sky-blue flowers in spring. It grows 15cm tall. Hardy in Zones 4-8.
This is not intended to be a definitive list.


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David McDonald continues his series on the "Seasons of Christian Spirituality" by tackling Lent. This book contains forty daily readings and devotionals to help you process the gravity of Christ's sacrifice and of your sin. It's about helping you receive and be transformed by the remarkable power of Christ's gift and grace. It's about teaching you to carry a spotless heart through the borders of a stained past. It's about helping you stand up and shrug off the guilt for which you have already been forgiven. It's about experiencing joy and light and laughter because there's no longer any point to living in the dark.
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Second Base, as always, is one of the trickiest positions to fill in fantasy baseball. Unlike the corner infield positions, it's hard to find power and average without missing out on steals.
There are a few elite second baseman, but the position isn't as deep as 1B, 3B and outfield. If you want a top-tier second baseman, you will have to use a high pick.
Here are the top 30 second baseman for 2013 fantasy baseball season. We even pick a few sleepers and the busts you should avoid!
My rankings are based on a standard 5×5 league. If you have any specific questions about a different league, email me firstname.lastname@example.com.
1. Robinson Cano – It's no surprise that Cano tops the list of second baseman. He's been consistent and barring injury, he'll finish the year as the most productive. Everything lines up for him to have a great year. He will prove to the Yankees he's worth a huge extension.
2. Dustin Pedroia – Boston Red Sox – Pedroia had a very disappointing season in 2012. He had a thumb injury he struggled with. He's healthy now and I expect a line of .295/20/75 for the Red Sox.
3. Ian Kinsler – Texas Rangers – Kinsler is predicted to have another 20/20 season. He had a mediocre batting average of .256, but I expect an average around .270 in 2013. The Rangers offense is still potent, so he will have another 100+ runs. If you play in a format with that stat, he should be drafted in the first two rounds.
4. Jason Kipnis – Cleveland Indians – With an improved lineup, Kipnis will see betting pitches. He's been popular sleeper in the past, but everybody knows what he can do now. If he could put two halves together and play at a high level, he could easy hit 20 home runs and steal 30+ bases.
5. Brandon Phillips – Cincinnati Reds – The expectations for Phillips has leveled out. He's good for 18 homers and 15 steals, with a small percentage of a few more in each category. He's consistent and has played in at least 147 games in six of the last seven seasons.
6. Ben Zobrist – Tampa Bay Rays – Zobrist, with shortstop and outfield eligibility, it's a no brainer that he's high on this list. You can play him all over the place in fantasy. He'll get you around 20 homers, bat around .275 and steal around 15 bases. He helps you in many categories, a need for 2B and SS positions.
7. Neil Walker – Pittsburgh Pirates – I've owned Walker every season he has been in the Majors. I've mostly been pleased, since he's often available a few rounds later than he should be. He's another guy who can help you in different categories. He's not in the top-tier of second baseman, but he's near the top of the next level down. He has above average power for the position and will bat around .275.
8. Jose Altuve – Houston Astros – It's hard to rank any player on the Astros in the top-10 at any position, but Altuve is the lone exception. You're going to draft him this high for the steals. His RBI and Runs will even be down low his numbers last season. He's not going to help you in many other categories; he's a one trick pony.
9. Danny Espinosa – Washington Nationals – If you want a 20/20 guy and can take a batting average hit, Espinosa is a cheap option for power and speed. He will be drafted later than he should be. His strikeout rate is near the top for his position, so his average will range from .220 to .250.
10. Howard Kendrick – Los Angeles Angels – Everyone has had Kendrick on their fantasy team. You know what you're getting, so many owners will pick a player with more upside. Kendrick will produce numbers around .285/10/60 with low double-digit steals. The one category that could increase is Runs. Adding Josh Hamilton to any lineup with have that effect.
11. Chase Utley – Philadelphia Phillies – The years have not been kind to Utley. He was once a top pick for his position, but due to injuries, he's fallen quite a bit. He's still a starter and get your team double-digit homers and steals. He could have one more great season left in him, so make sure you draft him if you're in that boat.
12. Dan Uggla – Atlanta Braves – Uggla and Espinosa are similar players. The biggest difference is Uggla has the ability to hit 30+ homers and Esponsosa has the ability to steal about 25 more steals than Uggla's usual three stolen bases a year. Uggla's batting average will be higher than last season's ugly .220.
13. Aaron Hill – Arizona Diamondbacks – If there's a guy on this list with the widest margin of error, it's Aaron Hill. His batting average has been from .205 to .317, homers from 8 to 36 and steals from 2 to 21. Drafting him high is a risk, but he will fall in-between those numbers in 2013. The smart money is he produces a line similar to .260/15/70 with 10 steals.
14. Rickie Weeks – Milwaukee Brewers – I want to inform you that I've never been a Rickie Weeks guy. Even during his breakout 2010 season, I wasn't sold on him continuing those numbers. He's proven me wrong a lot since, but with his high strikeout rate and a 30 point drop in his batting average, I'm still not sold. He will still have a line of .250/18/60 with low double-digit steals.
15. Jurickson Profar – Texas Rangers – Profar is the belle of the 2nd baseman ball. He will go a few rounds high than he should, because of his upside. Unfortunately, I don't think he'll start the season with the club. Unless they move Kinsler to first base and have Elvis Andrus play either shortstop or second base to make room, I see him being brought up after the first month or two of the season. He will produce a high number of steals (30+) and double-digit homers, with the upside of 20+.
16. Kelly Johnson – Tampa Bay Rays – You can read my description of Dann Uggla and Aaron Hill to get an idea of Johnson. His numbers have been all over the place. He should get plenty at-bats in Tampa, so if you have him as your backup second baseman, he'll get at-bats when you need to pencil him in.
17. Dustin Ackley – Seatle Mariners – Ackley had a very disappointing season in 2012. He was once a top-10 prospect, so I expect him to turn it around this season. He won't have a breakout season, but expect a line of .260/15/65 with 15 steals. There's a risk of another mediocre year, but he has upside.
18. Jeff Keppinger – Chicago White Sox – I didn't like Keppinger as a third baseman, because you can find more power there, but as a second baseman, he'll be nice. He is eligible at other positions, so his value is higher because of that. I don't expect him to duplicate his 2012 numbers, but he'll have a high average.
19. Marco Scutaro – San Francisco Giants – Scutaro is another second baseman that won't hurt you in any category. He'll end up with high single-digit homers and steals, and have a high batting average. You won't lose any leagues with him, but you may not win with him.
20. Jedd Gyorko – San Diego Padres – The San Diego Padres prospect is slated to be the starting second baseman this season. He's already hit three homers in Spring Training. Even if you don't put much thought about preseason stats, it's a sign he's ready for the Majors.
21. Omar Infante – Detroit Tigers
22. Gordon Beckham – Chicago White Sox
23. Chris Nelson – Colorado Rockies
24. Darwin Barney – Chicago Cubs
25. Mark Ellis – Los Angeles Dodgers
26. Johnny Giavotella – Kansas City Royals
27. Jemile Weeks – Oakland A's
28. Cliff Pennington – Arizona Diamondbacks
29. Donovan Solano – Miami Marlins
30. Ryan Roberts – Tampa Bay Rays
Rickie Weeks – Milwaukee Brewers – See above.
Brian Roberts – Baltimore Orioles – He has spent most of the last three seasons on the injury list. Teams will draft him because he was once a top second baseman. I don't see him having a productive season. I see Alexi Casilla getting more at-bats than Roberts in 2013.
Aaron Hill – Arizona Diamondbacks – Teams will draft Hill based on his highest numbers. Since his lows are huge canyons, I see him having a number somewhere in the middle. He's not worth a the round you will have to draft him. Stay away from Hill, unless he falls really far. The value will be there if he falls below the top-10 second baseman drafted.
Chris Nelson – Colorado Rockies – Entering his 27-year season, you could see a breakout season from Nelson. He has a line of .301/9/53 in only 345 at-bats last season. He will play 2B and 3B, so he will have eligibility at both of those position by year's end.
Josh Rutledge – Colorado Rockies – Another member of the Colorado Rockies? Yes. Although Rutledge isn't 2B-eligible at the beginning of the season, he will be after the first month. He has a line of .274/8/37 in 277 at-bats filling in for the injured Troy Tulowitzki. The Rockies infield should put up decent fantasy numbers.
Alexi Casilla – Baltimore Orioles – I've always liked Casilla. He is now on the Orioles, a team that I can see him getting at-bats. Brian Roberts is a huge question mark, since being on the injured-list the last few seasons. Casilla has the ability to get you cheap steals.
Alexi Amarista/Logan Forsythe – San Diego Padres – Yes, two guys named "Alexi" appear in our sleepers list. Amarista will not help you in any other category but steals. In only 275 at-bats last season, he stole eight bases. He's a sleeper if you need steals. He has seasons in the minors in which he stole bases in the 20's and 30's. He's a really deep sleeper. If you draft him, you're betting Jedd Gyorko is not ready for the Majors. Logan Forsythe is a better sleeper, because he's ahead of Amarista in the depth chart. He's proven he can produce given the opportunity. Both Amarista and Forsythe could be had late in deep NL-only leagues.


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Door-to-door, it takes about 28 hours to get the 10,000 miles from my house to Singapore. But of the 25 Babson College MBAs I led to Hong Kong and Singapore from January 3rd to the 13th, most of them would love to move to Singapore. Unfortunately, as we headed to our Hong Kong flight to Singapore's Changi Airport on January 8th, a Singaporean college student wearing a Nanyang Technological University jacket hissed at us: "White people out of Asia!" before giving us the finger.
If you've never heard of Singapore, don't worry. It's a small country – only 25 miles long with about 5 million citizens living near the equator. And it got started in 1965 when it split from Malaysia after the latter passed a law that made people of Chinese and other non-Malay descent second class citizens.
Cambridge Law graduate, Lee Kuan Yew, made Singapore independent and through benign dictatorship turned it into the closest thing to heaven on earth. Or at least that's what Singapore projects to outsiders.
The physical beauty of the country is remarkable. We arrived at its airport – touted as the world's best – in its decidedly stark budget terminal. But the 40 minute drive from the airport to the main part of the city sports verdant views of golf courses and a variety of tropical trees.
The skyline features stunning new skyscrapers and the clean, wide streets are free of huge traffic jams and dotted with cameras that monitor drivers' and pedestrians' every move. Our hotel near the world-famed Raffles Hotel – named after a British trader who got the former colony onto the world economic map -- was surrounded by shopping malls and restaurants teaming with its prosperous citizens.
Singapore's wealth comes from many sources – but above all its location along key trading routes and its reputation for a strictly enforced code of laws makes it a magnet for multinationals looking for a reliable headquarters location from which to spring into less clean markets like China and the newly emerging Indonesia.
Economic growth surged 14.5% in 2010 and it operates at sub-2% unemployment. And that growth comes from a wide variety of sources – including shipping, petroleum refining, banking, and to a diminishing extent manufacturing.
Since Singapore's standard of living, pay scales, and costs are higher than those of nearby countries like Vietnam and China, manufacturing has shifted out of Singapore. And the government is spending billions to try to spur innovation as a way to replace manufacturing as its growth engine.
Singapore is a kind of melting pot for different races – but there is a distinct hierarchy. People of Chinese origin make up about 70% of the population with another 20% from Malaysia, and 5% from India.
Imported workers from the Philippines are highly represented among those who care for the 1.2 children of the average Singapore family. And those from Bangladesh and India represent a high proportion of the people putting together the countless skyscrapers being constructed.


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So you're saying buy a $300 seat and then spend $300 to have it recovered?
I mean I did that kinda with the Nightster. I bought a mustang seat and then a few years later had it done by seatmaker.
It's a good option.
I loved my Lepara I had on my FXDLI, had gel insert, road that bitch to Sturgis never had a sore ass... LOVED that seat. So, I thought why not do the same on my FLH, so I ordered it, with Gel... worst seat EVER!!!!!!!!!!! We hate it! I don't know if they changed the gel compound, or what, but even in 70* weather it makes our ass's sweat. IT'S TERRIBLE! Let alone ride in over 100* weather, forget about it!
I'm sending it back this fall and having Lepera take the gel out and replace it.
Long of the short? I'll get a standard seat, and if I want anything special again, I'll have seatmaker do it! We loved our BD seat he did!!!
This is the tiny seat I had, rode it 875 mile the first day, no problem! Don't look possible with that seat, but the gel in it was perfect!


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Our life is so full of transition right now–transitioning to our summer routine, later bedtimes, less structure, more spontaneity–that picking up my camera has become a bit of an afterthought. It takes a momentous occasion, like our trip to Maine last week (photos forthcoming) or Father's Day weekend for me to remember, Oh yeah! I should probably bring my camera! But some days, when the moments are not so earth-shattering, but small and special, taking a mental picture just isn't enough. I need to remember the light and the moment and everything about them forever, without trusting to memory. After all, a girl is only six once.
I was walking out to the front yard and stopped dead in my tracks. Maybe it was the light behind her, dappling the newly sprouted leaves of the magnolia tree. Maybe it was her hair or her skirt or something about her expression that made me think of the older girl to come, but I couldn't just walk on by and a cell phone photo just wouldn't do. Lashes and tendrils like those deserve the big camera.
Now the question becomes, better in color or black and white?
My big camera may not always be in hand these days, but with moments like these, it's worth stopping to commemorate the small and special.