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The film stars Tatyana Ali, Stacey Dash, and Bobby Brown, and is the sequel to 2004's Nora's Hair Salon. The movie took just 18 days to film. Paper Soldiers is an urban crime comedy released in 2002. It was produced by Roc-A-Fella Films and distributed by Universal Pictures. Lap Dance, formally titled Monica, is an American drama produced by Datari Turner Productions & directed by Greg Carter. Patrick Neill Millsaps is a producer the co-founder and partner of HBS Management, a talent management firm with locations in Atlanta, Nashville and Los Angeles. "Fancy" is a song by Australian rapper Iggy Azalea featuring British recording artist Charli XCX, taken from the former's debut studio album, The New Classic. The third season of the TV Land's original sitcom The Exes premiered on June 19, 2013.
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This isn't the first time I've said it, and I assure you, it won't be the last. I am a sucker for all subscription boxes!
"Cloud 9 Sample Box is a monthly product sampler box filled with gourmet food items, beauty products and unique products hand selected to take you away from the every day!"
In my mailbox was a large white envelope. At first I found it strange that inside the envelope was the box, plus a full size package of Mia Dolci cookies. Seriously though, who questions an overflow of goodies?!
|On the other side of the welcome note, was an itemized list of what was in the box.
The first item I tried was the Mia Dolci Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Cookies. They were so incredibly tasty. It was really hard to not just eat the whole box in one setting. They tasted like chocolate graham crackers, but.. better. They didn't last long at all.
The box didn't note what the flavor was but thankfully it came with a small directory of their chocolates and I was easily able to identify it, as they each look quite unique.
Honestly I thought the dried raspberries were flower petals on top.
I wasn't overly excited at first, as raspberry isn't high on my list of favorite flavors, but it was so decadent!
My husband and I shared it and we both found it to be rich and delicious, which is no surprise, as these were listed on Oprah's Favorite Things list in 2010.
The directions on the back say to use either hot water, hot milk, or a combination of the two. I decided to just use water with the first one. I dropped the cube in watched it dissolve on the bottom in just over a minute. After stirring, I found it to still be a little gritty. Also, I didn't get much flavor from it either.
I decided before calling these a total fail, I would try it with milk, instead. It made all the difference! It was creamy, and it brought all the flavor out. The company also has instant coffee cubes in a variety of flavors. I think this is a very cool concept.
The Plush Puffs Chocolate Chipetta Marshmallows were fantastic! My mom used to make home-made marshmellows every holiday and these tasted so close to those. I loved having these in the box! I added one to the hot chocolate, but ate the other three by themselves.
On the back of the package it tells you the ingredients and there is nothing strange or unusual. On the paper included, it gives you a pricing guide and contact information for ordering more.
I ate this with the hot chocolate and it was perfect! On its own it was quite edible, and softer than usual for biscotti. I could bite into it just fine without breaking a tooth. But dipped into a hot beverage, it is even better!
I can't wait to try another box that isn't so specific. Finding beauty products and other surprises along with the treats would be great!
Just for Reviews, Chews & How-Tos readers, Cloud9 is offering a coupon code for 10% off your first time total purchase: RCH10. Give them a try!
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We all know what zombies want, right? It's not our well-marbled and fatty flesh they want. It's only the grey matter that keeps us moving that gets the job done by the culinary preferences for the big Z. Therefore, can there be a better and more inventive means of fighting zombies that with a defense with a distributed nervous system? See? You agree. And that's why you should be playing Popcap's latest effort at killing workplace productivity, "Plants vs Zombies."
Give into the madness of Popcap just once, of course, and you're lost for all time. Plants vs Zombies takes the straightforward premise of a zombie-pocalypse (something for which I am always prepared, frankly) and counters with the belief that a well-developed garden is the ideal defense against having one's brain consumed by the moaning hordes of the undead.
It sounds like a silly premise, I know, and it is. But the game sells it so well that it is easy for one to get lost in the gameplay and discover that an hour or two has passed by with no real-world intrusions at all.
In game terms this is your basic tower-defense set up. Zombies are coming and you have to prevent them from doing so. In this case you wish to prevent them from crossing your lawn and entering your home where you are, presumably, hoping to keep your thought processes internal rather than not.
Reasonable enough.
The game gets complicated, though, when the player finds out that there are literally dozens of different types of zombies. There are zombies that walk, zombies that read newspapers, zombies on pogo sticks, zombies on zombonis (see what they did there?) and many, MANY more besides.
Set against the varied and various zombies hordes is a dazzling array of both offensive and defensive vegetation ranging from the simple pea shooter plant to cherry bombs and umbrella ferns. The plants the player can use are varied enough that different players can use different approaches and differing favorites to make things unhealthy for the zombie hordes. It's enough to keep one good and distracted and probably earn a solid reprimand from the boss.
And it'll be worth it! Trust me.
Of course, Popcap is also famous not just for great games but for a sense of humor, too. They keep it light and entertaining so that there's no oppressive mood hanging over the player. I'm a fairly boring, middle-aged guy and a father of two small kids and I was giggling like a schoolgirl playing this thing. It helped that both of my children watched me play for hours and enjoyed the experience as well. Popcap has knocked this one out of the park and they should be proud of what they've done.
The game can be downloaded directly from PopCap for only $19.95, and is worth every penny. Don't believe me? Then get the 26M free download from the same site at www.popcap.com but don't say you weren't warned when all your time goes out the window.
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Most people love hummus. Many love guacamole. Why not combine two great tastes that taste great together? Super easy, healthy and tasty, add a twist to your next batch of hummus or guacamole and see it disappear from the bowl!
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"When some one loves you, the way they say your name is different. You just know that your name is safe in their mouth." – Billy, age four, as reported on the internet
Your child's security with you is fundamental for their well-being and development. When they feel safely attached, they have the courage and assurance to explore their world and develop their personality.
A healthy attachment is characterized by feeling, safe, secure, loved, and comforted within the parent-child relationship.
We form attachments through our life with people we love or see as a potential safe haven and source of comfort. Over time, people can become attached not only to their parents, but other relationships, like siblings, grandparents, romantic partners, and close friends. On a spiritual level, God can also be an attachment figure. We often use our experiences from our childhood to teach us how to attach to others as adults.
As a parent, you can encourage your child's healthy attachment to you by being safe, consistent, and emotionally reliable for them.
Dr. Sue Johnson uses this acronym to describe how we can connect in our relationships. As a parent, this is how you can answer your child's innate question, "Are you there for me?"
A.R.E. Are You There For Me?
A. Accessibility: Can I reach you? Will you pay attention to me?
R. Responsiveness: Can I rely on you to respond and care about my feelings?
E. Engagement: Will you value me? Will you put my needs first? Will you stay close?
10 Tips for Showing Love to Your Children
- Tell them you love them, don't assume they already know.
- Look them in the eyes when they are talking to you.
- Participate with them in an activity or hobby they enjoy.
- Give them limits and boundaries consistently with firmness and kindness.
- Listen to them when they are speaking. Ask follow up questions.
- Tell them you are sorry if you make a mistake.
- Consistently show them love, be accessible so they know they can reach you.
- Allow them patience and respect if they make a mistake. Be approachable.
- Play with them celebrex 200 mg. At any age, play with them. Make time for them. 15 minutes of play time every day will do wonders.
- Give them physical affection. Hugs, back rubs, hold them, cuddle, etc. Even teens like physical affection with hugs or an arm around their shoulders. They need to feel their parents' affection.


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Blog posted by Ste Pickford on Sun, 23 Nov 2008
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Lucknow: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) on Saturday held a brainstorming session here with different Muslim parties over the Supreme Court verdict in the Ayodhya case, ahead of a crucial meeting to decide whether to go for a review of the top court's judgement.
The parties met AIMPLB general secretary Maulana Wali Rahmani and apprised him of the Ayodhya issue, Zafaryab Jilani, who is secretary of the board, said. They said that the Supreme Court decision is "not understandable" and so there is a need to go for a review, Jilani said.
In a unanimous verdict last week, the Supreme Court cleared the way for the construction of a Ram temple at the disputed site in Ayodhya and directed the Centre to allot a five-acre plot to the Sunni Waqf Board for building a mosque.
Soon after the verdict, the AIMPLB had expressing dissatisfaction with it and said the board was contemplating seeking a review of the judgment. Jilani said the AIMPLB will hold a meeting on Sunday to decide whether to go for a review of the apex court's verdict.
He also said the Muslim parties were of the view that the five-acre land for a mosque in Ayodhya as proposed by the Supreme Court should not be taken.


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You brought a world of art and culture to the students at Jackson Middle School. On March 15th, your generous support was leveraged by the Jackson Middle School PTA to bring the whole school a day of arts and culture with workshops and an exciting performance.
From didjeridu to panflute to salsa dancing and more, nine Young Audiences teaching artists worked with students to introduce them to different art forms to build confidence and comfort in a variety of arts experiences. The day also included a performance by Young Audiences teaching artist Journey Brazil – a vivid expression of Brazilian culture through music, dance and storytelling.
Teachers from Jackson Middle School led even more workshops covering karaoke, improv, henna, weaving on a loom, collage art and mask making (plus much more) providing students with 24 different workshops to explore arts and culture.
Ed Drury guided students as they applied formulas for calculating frequencies and measurements as they made their own didjeridus (an Australian Aboriginal wind instrument) out of plastic pipe and beeswax, then learned to play it!
Grupo Condor taught students about one of the oldest instruments used by the native people of the Andes Mountains. They examined zampoñas made of clay, copper, gold, bamboo and condor feathers, then crafted their own out of plastic pipe.
Mike Yager helped students discover the wonder of flight and aviation science as they designed and built their own working rockets, whirligigs, gliders and more.
Taylor Morrison Studios brought illustration to life, teaching students about storyboards followed by observational drawings of their hands.
en Taiko explored the rhythms and stances of Taiko and its ethos of communal strength with students.
Pamela Norris led students in circle salsa dancing sessions – introducing them to the exciting rhythms, music & dance of Cuba!
Albert Alter brought "the greatest show on earth" to Jackson Middle School teaching circus skills like plate spinning and scarf juggling.
Finally, Chloe Hight focused her workshop on teaching kids about metal embossing.
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Rabies clinics follow scare in east Wake County
East Wake Animal Hospital plans a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic for cats and dogs this week to encourage pet owners to update their animals' shots after a fox tested positive for the infection in Zebulon Friday.Posted — Updated
Vaccinations are $7 apiece Saturday from 8 to 11 a.m. and Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A mother and her two young daughters encountered a fox Thursday evening at a T-ball game at Wakelon School Park, and tests on Friday confirmed the fox was rabid.
Animal control officers said the animal also came in contact with a dog.
The mother, who might have been scratched by the fox, and children are being treated for rabies exposure as a precaution. The dog, which had been vaccinated for the disease, was given a booster vaccine.
"We don't want to alarm residents in Zebulon, but they should be aware of these cases, and of the potential for exposure to themselves, family members and their pets," Sue Lynn Ledford, community health director for Wake County, said.
Vaccines from the county will be available for $5 on a first-come, first-serve basis for dogs, cats and ferrets whose owners have proof of current and prior rabies vaccinations.
Microchips will also be available for $10.
"Rabies vaccination is critical to help to prevent the spread of disease, and rabies vaccination is required by law," Ledford said. "This is a great opportunity to remind everyone of the importance of rabies vaccinations for their pets."
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Santa's Arrival in Rockport and Tree Lighting
December 5, 2015 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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T-Wharf on Rockport Harbor, and Dock Square, 1 – 5 PM
Where else can you see Santa arrive by lobster boat? Santa will arrive at Rockport's T-Wharf on Rockport Harbor on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 1:00 PM, following a brisk lobster boat ride across Sandy Bay. Then Santa will climb up onto a Rockport Forest Fire truck and proceed along T-Wharf and Mt. Pleasant Street to Dock Square, led by Rockport cub scouts. This year Santa will be able to linger a while to visit and have photos taken with the children until the Tree Lighting Ceremony begins. Then Santa will ascend the platform to greet the crowd and kick off the Tree Lighting festivities, before climbing back onto the fire truck to begin his long return journey to the North Pole.
The Tree Lighting Ceremony will get underway at 4 PM welcoming Santa and the public at the Tree with carols and a stirring rendition of "Christmas in Rockport". Well-known Choral Director Wendy Betts will lead the musical program, and Dot Stoffa, Rockport artist and lyricist for "Christmas in Rockport", will serve as emcee.
Singers are invited to join the Dock Square Carolers to welcome in the season. A rehearsal for the carolers will be held at the Rockport Art Association at 2:15 PM prior to the ceremony.
Chairperson Erin Battistelli will offer official greetings from the Town on behalf of the Board of Selectmen, and then will pull the switch to light this year's Rockport Christmas tree.


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By Courtney Bohl and Laura J. Maechtlen
On November 19, 2012, in EEOC v. McLane Company, Inc., No. 12-CV-02469 (D. Ariz. Nov. 19, 2012), Judge G. Murray Snow of the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona held that the EEOC's authority to investigate charges of discrimination is not unlimited. Judge Snow denied the EEOC's application to enforce portions of an administrative subpoena on the grounds that: (1) the EEOC did not have jurisdiction to investigate a generalized charge of discrimination that is not tied to a specific aggrieved party; and (2) some of the EEOC's information requests were overbroad and irrelevant to the underlying charge. This ruling is a must read for any employer facing overbroad EEOC investigations and requests for information.
Background Facts
A McLane Company, Inc. ("McLane") employee, Damiana Ochoa, filed a charge of discrimination with the EEOC based on sex and disability. Id. at 1. Ochoa's first claim alleged that she failed McLane's Industrial Physical Capacity Services Physical Capacity Exam ("IPCS PCE" or "test") three times after returning to work from maternity leave and consequently believed that she was discriminated against because of her sex in violation of Title VII. Id. at 2. The second claim alleged that the IPCS PCE is given to all employees returning to work from a medical leave and she believed that this practice violated the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended. Id. Based Ochoa's charge, the EEOC requested a variety of information from McLane in relation to the administration of the IPCS PCE including pedigree information for every person who took the IPCS PCE (name, address, social security number, etc.), the reason the person took the test, the person's score on the test, any adverse action that McLane took based on the person's performance on the IPCS PCE, and medical and disability information. Id.
McLane objected to the EEOC's request on the grounds that it was overly broad, unduly burdensome, and sought information irrelevant to the underlying charge. Id. at 3. The EEOC responded by issuing a subpoena to McLane demanding the information contained in its initial request. Id. McLane petitioned to revoke the subpoena. Id.
After McLane submitted its petition to revoke, McLane agreed to produce a limited database to the EEOC that contained information on individuals who took the IPCS PCE. Id. The database included information on employees who took the IPCS PCE, including the individuals' location, gender, job class, test date and other details relating to their test scores, but did not include the individuals' names, addresses, telephone numbers and social security numbers and medical and disability information. Id. The EEOC subsequently filed an application in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona to enforce its subpoena. Id.
The Court's Ruling
In ruling on the validity of the EEOC's administrative subpoena, the Court noted that it must conduct a three-part inquiry, asking: "(1) whether Congress has granted the authority to investigate; (2) whether procedural requirements have been followed; and (3) whether the evidence is relevant and material to the investigation." Id. at 4. The burden is on the agency to demonstrate that these three prongs are met. Id. If the agency meets all three prongs, the burden shifts to McLane who must show that the subpoena is overbroad or unduly burdensome. Id.
McLane argued that the EEOC failed to meet the first and third prong of the validity inquiry. As to the McLane's first argument regarding the EEOC's authority to investigate, the Court noted that the EEOC's investigative powers arise from a charge of discrimination, whether the charge is filed by or on behalf of a person claiming to be aggrieved, or by a member of the Commission. Id. Because the EEOC's authority to investigate arises only from the charge, "courts must be careful not to construe the charge and relevance requirements so broadly as to confer 'unconstrained investigative authority' upon the EEOC." Id. at 5. The Court made clear that the charge referenced in the subpoena defines the scope of the EEOC's investigatory power. Id.
The Court found that Ochoa's claim alleging that she suffered gender discrimination because of the administration of the IPCS PCE was within the EEOC's investigation power. Id. However, Ochoa's second claim – that she believed the IPCS PCE discriminates on the basis of disability – was not tied to a specific aggrieved party, and thus the EEOC lacked jurisdiction to investigate this claim. Id. The Court reasoned "[t]o ignore the plain language of the statue and to allow the EEOC to investigate a generalized charge of discrimination that is untethered to any aggrieved person would invite the oft-cited 'fishing expedition' to become a full-blow harvest operation." Id. at 6.
Because Ochoa's charge was the sole charge listed on the subpoena and Ochoa's disability discrimination claim was not linked to any aggrieved person, the EEOC only had jurisdiction to investigate Ochoa's gender discrimination claim. Id. at 7. Thus, the EEOC's application to enforce the portions of the subpoena that required production of information relating to disability was denied. Id.
Further, the Court considered McLane's argument that the EEOC's request for pedigree information for each individual was not relevant to the gender discrimination claim. Id. at 8. The Court agreed with McLane, finding that the EEOC's request for pedigree information was only relevant to Ochoa's disability claim. Id. The Court reasoned that the names, contact information and social security numbers of individual employees are not relevant to the gender discrimination claim because "an individuals' name, or even an interview he or she could provide if contacted, simply could not 'shed light on' whether the IPCS PCE represents a tool of gender discrimination in the aggregate." Id. Accordingly, the Court denied the EEOC's application to enforce the subpoena's directive to provide pedigree information. Id. at 9.
Implications For Employers
The ruling in EEOC v. McLane Company, Inc., confirms that the EEOC's investigative powers are not unlimited and the EEOC does not have unbridled reign to seek any and all information from an employer merely because a charge of discrimination was filed against it.
Employers that receive requests for information or administrative subpoenas by the EEOC should ensure the requests are not overbroad and that the EEOC is only seeking information relevant to the underlying charge.
Readers can also find this post on our Workplace Class Action blog here.


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Lots of ladies visit London, and would like to have some exciting, but if you are planning to do so in some hot male company, is not easy. There are fewer male escorts in London than any other city around the world, and it looks like things are changing very slowly. We are struggling here in London, says Daisy from https://charlotteaction.org/wokingham-escorts Wokingham escorts. The main problem seems to be that the boys like to keep themselves to themselves, but this is not really working, says Daisy. They really need to become part of mainstream escorting.
I have tried quite a few times to recruit guys for Wokingham escorts services, but most of them like to work as independent escorts. Most ladies do not want to spend hours surfing the net for a date, they would much rather prefer to go to one agency, and find an escort which suits them. I know that to be true, and I think what these women are really looking for in efficiency instead. We are not very good at delivering that in London when it comes to male escorts, and we are letting ourselves down very badly.
Finding female escorts is not a problem, and I have a steady stream of girls through my door at Wokingham escorts. By now, I think that we have enough female escorts in London, but we do need some male escorts. I cannot understand why guys think they will do better working as independent escorts instead of working for an agency. Most girls that I speak to on an every day basis, know that they will do much better working for an agency. The agency will help to promote them, and that matters a lot.
Last week, I had at least ten ladies on the phone asking for male escorts. I had to explain that unfortunately, we do not have any male escorts at Wokingham escorts. Of course, I know that there are independent male escorts around London, but I can't really recommend or promote them, as I don't know anything about them. There is no way I am going to stick my neck out on the line for some chaps I don't know.
Perhaps I am just too hung up about this issue, but I do think that the guys who work as escorts, should see sense and start to check out alternatives. I know that they would get a lot more business if they joined an agency such as Wokingham escorts services. It only stands to reason that if you work together, you will do a lot better as a team. One service promotes another, and it is not only the escorts services that works this way, so does a lot other business as well. Here in London we really need to get a lot more professional when it comes to male escorting, and appreciate that ladies long for a bit of company in their spare time just like men do. Wonderful moments will always remain memorable on us that's why we should be thankful about it.


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What Is Kiwitaxi?
KiwiTaxi is an international platform for searching and booking transfers. It has been operating since 2010 and currently offers services in 99 countries. Service is available in five languages: English, Russian, Spanish, German, and French.
The base includes more than 750+ airports. Thanks to such a large amount, tourists and business travelers are able to book their transfer in advance from the airport to the hotel or in any other direction all over the world.
Kiwitaxi Transfers' Affiliate Program
You can join the program inside Travelpayouts. Find the KiwiTaxi offer in your account on the campaigns page.
Partners get the opportunity to sell transfers around the world and earn 50% of KiwiTaxi service revenue. In average, it gives around $7 per order. The statistics show that 36% of orders are made in both directions (round-trip), which allows you to earn $14 on average.
Payment is between the 10th and 20th of each month. You can learn more about minimum amounts and other payout details on this page.
Available Tools
KiwiTaxi affiliate program includes a complete set of promotional materials:
- White Label;
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Thanks to White Label, you can embed a search form into your webpage and show the search results without transferring the visitor from your project. This tool was designed for partners who want to develop their own brand.
The set of widgets allows you to integrate an interactive search form. Your visitors will be able to set the direction and choose the dates before being directed to KiwiTaxi's page.
Links are simple but efficient tools. You can use a link generator to make an affiliate link to any page of KiwiTaxi. If you have route-related traffic, for example to Los Angeles airport, try to send your visitors to the relevant page of KiwiTaxi.
In your profile, you will find a set of banners as well. We have already made different banners in most common sizes, but you can also create on your own. For that, use our link generator together with any external graphic design tool such as Photoshop.
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To start earning on transfers, the only thing you have to do is join Travelpayouts for free and subscribe to KiwiTaxi. You will get access to all the tools and statistic in your personal account. Then you have to share your affiliate materials to generate the sales. For this, you can use any of the following:
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KiwiTaxi is one of the recently added offers to boost your earnings in the travel market. Check out all of them in your account.


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In September, DC's entire line is going to be highjacked by the villains of the universe. The creative teams frankenstiened together from DC's regular stable of writers and artists, but — with a few exceptions — none of titles look like logical continuations of any of the current series. How's a body supposed to know what they're supposed to read? That's where our four-part guide comes in.
One more day guys: then the Trinity War will be behind us and we can stop pretending that it makes any sense to have three different Justice Leagues. Oh, sure, we all know they're coming back (in Canada), but in the meantime, here are the enemies of the Leagues (and also some randos that are getting lumped in with the Leagues — presumably for sales reasons). In part three of our guide, we'll be going over the issues from Justice League, Justice League of America, Justice League Dark and Teen Titans. You can also check out Part I – Batman and Part 2 – Superman and Earth-2 Continue reading


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Washington (CNN) - A rise in skepticism among Americans over global warming is mostly due to changes among Republicans, according to new national poll.
The CNN/Opinion Research Corporation survey, released Monday, indicates that two-thirds of all Americans believe global warming is a proven fact. That's down eight points since June of 2008, with views among Democrats holding steady while Republicans' belief in global warming dropping 11 points.
"The growing skepticism among Republicans, with no matching shift among Democrats, suggests that the changes measured in this poll may be a reaction to having a Democrat in the White House rather than a shift in underlying attitudes toward global warming," says CNN Polling Director Keating Holland.
The poll's release come as a United Nations climate summit opened in Copenhagen, Denmark. That global conference began under a cloud of accusations, after international attention the past two weeks over hacked e-mails that suggest some scientists faked data to support the argument of global warming. But Holland notes that polls released last month from other organizations have found similar shifts in views on global warming for several months. He says that indicates the changes in the new CNN survey are not the direct result of the media attention to the leaked e-mails from climate researchers.
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According to the survey, roughly a third of the people who believe in global warming think it is due to natural causes, rather than manmade causes such as industrial emissions. As a result, the number who say that global warming is caused by humans has dropped from 54 percent last summer to 45 percent now.
The poll indicates the number who say the U.S. should reduce emissions even if other countries do not follow suit has also dropped, from 66 percent in 2007 to 58 percent today.
"That drop is due to roughly equal changes among Republicans and Democrats, suggesting that economic conditions, rather than political factors, may be at play," noted Holland.
Why do a majority support lowering emissions when most Americans no longer think emissions cause global warming? "Americans may have other reasons to support a reduction in carbon dioxide and other gases," Holland says. "Pollution is pollution, and the country has been worried about clean air long before global warming became a topic of discussion."
The CNN/Opinion Research Corporation poll was conducted December 2-3, with 1,041 adult Americans questioned by telephone. The survey's sampling error is plus or minus 4.5 percent for the overall sample.
–CNN Deputy Political Director Paul Steinhauser contributed to this report
Not so fast on Global warming people. Live in Wisconsin just had the 2nd coldest summer EVER on record. Also our winters are now like they were 20 years ago. Anyone who says they know exactly what the climate or mother nature is doing are HIGH!
Second: I live in Wisconsin and I am PRO Global warming! (trademarked) its suppose to be a high of 5 degress on Wed!. Seriously everyone empty a can of aqua net into the air at least once a day. Leave you cars on idle all night. we thank you in the frozen tundra!
It's not that "we" as conservatives do not believe in global warming, it's that we disagree on the cause. I have a very well written paper from an MIT masters in physics grad that empirically shows the earth travels in a helical pattern around the sun. The author has repeatedly argued his point to college professors, but they are unwilling to rewrite all the physics books. Is he right? I don't know for sure, but it is certainly plausible. In that case the far end of the helix was the Ice Age, and we are now moving towards the center of the helix in which case everything warms up. Everything we know in the universe is three dimensional, so why would planets only move in two? The fact that we are filling the air with CO2 would be rather inconsequential if this turns out to be true. Do I believe we should reduce emissions? Absolutely, but not at a monetary cost none of us can/want to bare.
This issue is not, does global warming exist, because we have all seen the pictures. The big quesitons is 'WHY" is this happeing. The general hypothesis is that it is man-made, but little fact to go on, since we only have a small snap shot of the earths temperature history. There is also evidence that the moon is slowly moving away from the earth, which will effect the tilt and gravatational pull. That is another hypothesis that needs looked into. Let's make 'Going Green' a health issue and stop trying to attach it to a warming issue. We will all benefit by cutting air, water and food pollution and eliminating as many harmful chemicals as possible. Political chest pouinding and finger pointing will get un nowhere good.
Why is it that when a person is skeptical of something,... it has to be political?
If I doubt that man made global warming is going on, and believe that solar flares, sun spots, the distance to the sun, the ever moving molten lava making up much of the earth and creating new hot spots, or the hot spots moving, the magnetic field surrounding the Earth shifting as always (the magnetic poles shift people), etc, etc, etc is more of a factor than humans will ever be,.... I am labeled as a Republican and bashed for it,....
Yeah all of you saying go take a look,... take a look at science, history, physics, etc,.... then try and state that this is a closed case of man made global warming as has been tried to be shoved down our throats for a decade.
A simple correlation of solar cycles and this now being a very quiet period of the sun and global temps having not increased for a decade, along with the fact most scientists now believe there will be a cooling trend in the pacific northwest and northern pacific ocean is a telling factor right there,...
Global warming is part of a natural cycle. I have absolutely no worries. I do however question your statistics about 2/3 believe global warming is for real. You lie.... Anyway, I'm old enough to have seen this hype before. In fact I remember Mt. Pinatubo. Do you remember when that volcano erupted? It was a big one and killed many people. Scientists then said that more carbon emissions were released during those three days of eruptions than all the industrialized world had done in the last 100 years. Mother Earth is in charge not puny man.
Have no fear. When this current crop of politicians die off so will the hype about global warming.
It simply amazes me that every Leftwing organization on this earth claims global warming is manmade, despite facts to the contrary. Yet the solution is even better. Send Money.
The Vikings called Greenland to trick people into thinking it was green, while calling Iceland it's name to make it scarier.
Greenland has been under ice for well your referenced time period.
They might be misguided, but the opinion of 1/3 of the country matters.
Will the deniers wake up in a few decades and say to themselves " Good god, what have I done to my kids?" when the water's lapping at their doors? Probably not. If your heads in the sand, you're blind.
Global warming (and freezing) is real, and part of the natural cycle of our earth. The summit this month in Copenhagen is a ruse of our president to sign a socialist world treaty sharing the wealth and making us all equal. Amazing the carbon imprint of this summit!!!!
Thanks CNN, for reporting the facts!
If CO2 is reduced too far what will follow is death. Plants whcih make oxygen need a minimum level of CO2 to live, if the levels far too far the plants will die and we will follow suit.
Man made global warming is a hoax.
Follow the money to see who is pushing this hoax and what they stand to make.
I like how the Earth's climate patterns are driven by popular opinion like reality TV. I wonder if when the 2004 Tsunami was racing towards Thailand, if they polled those people first?
So long as states where dumb-animal republicans continue to take the brunt of climate change induced events like hurricanes, I'm happy to settle into my arm chair and wait for them to come around to reality.
Until a scientist can step up and tell me why sending money to a leftwing organization will stop global warming, I will continue to believe that global warming is a crock.
Nadai–Ironically, the denial of climate change is a scam for profit. Look at all those interested in denying it.
Look up how much Al Gore made on spreading the lies.
Global warming is a phase, it will reach its peak, and you will see global cooling.
I belief we are already cooling down, evidence is outside of your door.
I would like to make some money on spreading the word on global cooling. Any takers???? My movie will be called "convenient Bull" And all proceeds will make my life great!!!!!!
Look up what Al Gore's property looks like, and imagine that carbon footprint.....
Do your part: Recycle, Turn off lights, do not dump medicine in the toilet ( I know that sounds stupid, look it up), limit fertilizer usage ... etc. , but please stop making lazy morons like Gore rich as hell.
That makes all of you look dumb.
Whether or not you believe the Emails were changed there remains an indisputable fact, Jones admitted he fudged the data, then dumped it, then lied about it, then got caught, then got fired. He admits it, emails or no emails. His reports, along with Mann – who is under investigation, formed the core of the IPCC report. That report initially started with a prediciton of a 7 degree rise in temps, then revised that to be 3 degrees, then most recently came out with the statement – we cannot explain why the globe is cooling, but there's no getting around that it is. If that doesn't convince you then ask yourself, If Al Gore believed in AGW – would he fly around in a private polluting jet or take commercial flights? Would he live in a 22,000 sq foot home or downsize to save the planet? Would the folks in Copenhagen be calling for an immediate reduction in CO2 or would they call for the ability to tax? The ICPP predicted a huge increase in the number and strength of Hurricanes – has that happened? There were only 3 last year, fewer the year before. If the 100 year old Ross Ice shelf broke off – what was there before that? If the glaciers are melting in the North – remember it was once a tropical climate – we know that from the petrified trees and fossils found there. There have been many Ice ages and warm periods in the 4.2 billion year history of Climate Change on this planet – and there will be many more – no matter what we puny humans do. CO2 is plant food, without you would be dead. Period. ANd last of all, chose what you would like live under, a warm sun or a mile thick ice sheet – those are the only choices. Ice ages come about every 11,500 years – so far we've been 11,400 years since the last one.
How many people carpooled to the event in Copenhagen? I bet they all flew seperate private planes. How about the hundred million dollar man Gore, who's electric bill on his pool is higher then most houses annual bill?
THese guys are opportunist hypocrits.
Kurt I have to disagree with you. I believe we landed on the moon, but I am not fully convinced on global warming. Hell it was snowing in Houston last week.
"The growing skepticism among Republicans, with no matching shift among Democrats, suggests that the changes measured in this poll may be a reaction to having a Democrat in the White House rather than a shift in underlying attitudes toward global warming," says CNN Polling Director Keating Holland."
Now that's wishful thinking if I've ever heard it!
Being a Democrat without believing in AGW is like being a Catholic without believing in Jesus. It's just not considered acceptable.
What you're seeing is this: A lot of the people who had kept an open mind about the topic (Republicans and Independents) are now shifting toward skepticism because it's becoming obvious that the so-called "science" has been rigged to produce a pre-defined outcome. ...one that conveniently supports a left-wing political agenda.
The Democrats haven't changed their views because they're committed believers. They've been told by their leaders that AGW is happening and it's a theory that they desperately WANT to be true, regardless of the facts.
For them, it's a matter of FAITH, not logic. No amount of reasoning will convince these truth-deniers that they've been duped.
global warming is the wool pulled over our eyes, to bilk you and I of our money and gain personal power through legislation and taxation. I laugh and can even forgive the easily ignorant and foolish, but I would like greatly to wring the necks of each and every person who knows the truth yet chooses fraud and treason. You have been warned. The distance now to the gallows grows short.
Global warming IS a real occurrence, yet is treated with the same skepticism as when Copernicus stated that the Earth was not the center of the universe. He was locked away by the church when he wouldn't yield his point. Unfortunately, we will lock ourselves away when the water eats away at our land, and there will be NO political viewpoint that will change that.
Mike Smith–If 1/3 of America said that gravity was on the decline, should we listen to them or care about their opinion? In America, one has the right to be wrong, but the rest of the world shouldn't have to suffer for it.
Check Hubbard Glacier here in Alaska if you want to see on of many that is and has been growing each year. Maybe it is a Republican Glacier.
We live on a constantly changing dynamic planet. The Climate is ALWAYS changing...the one thing we are guaranteed is that it is NOT staying the same. The Earth has warmed and cooled since its beginning. If the Earth and Sun are going to burn us off this planet there is nothing we can do to stop it. Furthermore, the few decades for which we have accurate temperature data is woefully insufficient to measure man's impact on climate. The scientific community can not be trusted as evidenced by prominent climate scientists intentionally seeking to hide temperature declines to promote their agenda over the truth. A decade from now there must be a full scale accounting of who promoted and benefited from what will be known as the Great Man-Made Global Warming Hoax.


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Everybody wants to maintain good health as much as possible. You cannot purely enjoy life if you are suffering from various diseases. However, we are only human and it is inevitable that we get sick eventually. There are preventive measures that you could take though along with regular checkups to keep you from acquiring some diseases. However, these never-ending necessities to take good care of our body surely do cost a lot. To save on medical bills, people get universal health care policies or private health insurances.
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First and foremost, we are committed to excellence in advocacy. Although a number of the lawyers at Paliare Roland concentrate their practice in specific areas of litigation, no one is required to do so. The firm's culture is rooted firmly in the belief that a good litigator is able to do virtually any type of case. Consequently, the ability to advocate on behalf of a client -- any client -- is the primary skill we look for in a lawyer.
The discovery process of this certified class action is now complete. Both the class and Shoppers Drug Mart are bringing motions for summary judgment. On behalf of the Class, we will be asking the Court to decide the certified common issues in favour of the Class and find Shoppers Drug Mart liable to the Class and award a remedy. Shoppers Drug Mart, on the other hand, will be asking the Court to dismiss the lawsuit without a finding of liability.
Summary judgment is an alternative to a conventional trial. The parties will exchange motion records containing the evidence, and there will be cross-examinations conducted before the hearing. The motions are scheduled to be heard by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in December 2022. Please check back for updates closer to that date.
Shoppers Drug Mart operates a large system of franchised pharmacy stores across Canada. Each of these stores is independently owned and operated by franchisees (called "Associates"). Associates are required to enter into standard form franchise agreements with Shoppers Drug Mart (the "Associate Agreement"). The claim is brought on behalf of Associates across Canada, excluding Quebec.
The claim alleges that Shoppers Drug Mart has breached certain terms of the Associate Agreement, as well as its statutory and common law duty of good faith and fair dealing regarding the operation of the franchise system.
In respect of all Associates, excluding Quebec, the claim seeks damages for excessive charges by Shoppers Drug Mart in respect of cost recovery fees and equipment rentals and leasing, as well as commercially unreasonable procurement and inventory policies.
The action also seeks compensation for Ontario Associates for damages suffered by them as a result of Shoppers Drug Mart's failure to remit professional allowances to them.
For Associates governed by the 2002 Associates' Agreement, the claim alleges that they have been inappropriately charged the Optimum Program Fee.
The Defendant denies the allegations made in the claim. None of the allegations have been proven in court.
This action has been certified as a class proceeding. The class members are:
The certification motion was argued in two parts. Copies of the court orders and the decisions can be accessed under the "Documents" tab.
This website will be updated when significant events occur in this proceeding.
This action is receiving financial support from the Ontario Class Proceedings Fund.
The Fund pays for some of the disbursements incurred in the course of prosecuting this action, and it will pay any adverse court costs that might be ordered payable by the representative plaintiff.
There will be a levy payable to the Fund that will reduce the amount of any settlement or judgment award to which the class may become entitled. The levy will be comprised of repayment of any disbursements paid by the Fund and 10% of the net award or settlement funds.
A class action, also known as a class proceeding, is a lawsuit in which one party, or a group of parties, may sue or be sued as representatives of a larger class.
Before a class action may proceed, the court must be satisfied that the case meets certain criteria. The court determines whether the case satisfies the criteria in a hearing called a motion for certification.
In Ontario, once an action is certified as a class proceeding, a notice is published, which informs members of the class about the class proceeding.
Everyone who fits the definition of a class member is automatically included in the class action, unless they choose to exclude themselves by "opting out." After the action is certified, the class will be provided with a period of time to decide whether they wish to participate or opt out. Class members who do not opt out of the class are automatically part of the class.
On July 9, 2013, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified an action (Court File No. CV-10-414774-00CP) as a class proceeding against Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. In this action, the plaintiffs allege that Shoppers breached its Associate Agreements by charging excessive cost recovery fees and equipment rental fees as well as issues pertaining to leasing and commercially unreasonable procurement and inventory policies.
The action also seeks compensation for Associates in Ontario (called the "Professional Allowance Class") for losses claimed to have been suffered by them because Shoppers has not paid professional allowances that it allegedly received on behalf of the Professional Allowance Class.
As part of the certification order, the Court appointed Giovanni Spina, John Spina Drugs Ltd., Romeo Vandenburg and Romeo Vandenburg Drugs Ltd. as the representative plaintiffs on behalf these two classes of Associates. A representative plaintiff is the person who prosecutes the case on behalf of the class, and provides instruction to the lawyers for the class.
Shoppers has delivered a statement of defence and denies all the claims made against it. By certifying this action as a class proceeding, the court has not decided if any of the plaintiffs' allegations are true. The plaintiffs will be required to prove their claims at a trial.
You are a class member if you are a current or former Shoppers Drug Mart Associate who is or was resident in Canada (save for Quebec) and who entered into an Associate Agreement with Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. and/or Shoppers Drug Mart (London) Limited dated between January 1, 2002 and January 1, 2010 and/or between January 1, 2010 and July 9, 2013.
You are also a class member if you are a current or former Shoppers Drug Mart Associate located in Ontario who performed direct patient care services at any time since October 1, 2006.
You do not have to do anything to be included in a class. The court order certifying the class proceeding sets out the definition of the class. If you fall within the definition of the class you are automatically a member of the class unless you opted out within the specified time period.
If the class action is resolved (after a trial, or as a result of a settlement), class members may be required to provide certain information to a claims administrator in order to receive their portion of the judgment or settlement fund. We recommend that you keep in a safe place your past and present Associate Agreement, and all documentation that you have regarding the expenses you incurred as a Shoppers' Associate, and the reports you provided to Shoppers regarding patient care services supporting the Professional Allowances claimed by Shoppers.
We endeavour to keep class members advised as the action proceeds by updating our website whenever major events in the litigation occur. We will also answer direct inquiries sent to us by email or left on the toll-free telephone line's confidential voicemail.
Class Members will not have to pay any legal fees directly in connection with the common issues phase of the Class Action.
The Lawyers for the Class ("Class counsel") have entered into a contingency fee agreement with the representative plaintiffs. Class counsel will not be paid for their work unless the Class Action is successful either by a judgment against Shoppers, or by completing a settlement with Shoppers that is approved by the court.
Under the contingency fee agreement, Class counsel are to be paid a contingency fee of 33 1/3% of the amount recovered in the Class Action, but that amount remains subject to the approval of the court before it can be paid.
Any court costs received from Shoppers will be used first to pay for the expenses of the action, and secondly towards the payment of Class counsel's fees if the action is successful. Class counsel and the Class Proceedings Fund will pay for the expenses incurred in prosecuting the Class Action that are not covered by costs awards received from Shoppers.
Before Class Counsel are paid any fees, the fees must be approved by the court.
The main consequence of any judgment (favourable or unfavourable) is that each class member will be bound by the judgment and cannot advance an individual claim against the defendants on the same subject matter.
An unfavourable judgment in the common issues trial will not have any financial consequences for any class member. The class is protected by funding from an organization called the "Class Proceedings Fund". Normally, in a lawsuit, the unsuccessful party must pay a contribution towards the legal fees of the successful party. Because of funding from Class Proceedings Fund, class member will not pay anything in the event of an unsuccessful judgment in the common issues trial.
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Hello we are The Backstreet Abortions! Me Jesse on vocals Biff on guitar , Kev on drums , and Les on Bass
How would you describe your music? Can you try to pick 3 bands that you've been influenced by and explain why?
I guess we are punk rock. Biff writes the music to fit my lyrics most of the time. Devo who's message and sound is a big influence on me and how I look at things, Motörhead I have been into as long as I can remember. Angry Samoans and the Exploited short to the point songs influence the way I write lyrics. There is so many bands and hip hop artists that mean the world to me , but the way our music sounds I would say those three have more of an influence.
You are obviously pro-choice and pro-abortions, what is the public opinion about that in England?
I am from the US but have lived in the UK last 17 years, I have had an Abortion in both countries. There was a very big difference, in the Uk they are free and easy access , as it should be. In America not as easy and now getting harder as you see on the news, I am worried for girls back home in the States. That's why I started to write lyrics.
How come that you focus a lot on this question? Are you involved in any compounds as well or do you just stick to the music and to express your thoughts that way?
I think it's the most important thing in the world not being forced to breed. Abortion is freedom. I wouldn't be happy or where I am today if I was forced to have those unwanted pregnancies.
This is of course a question about women's rights, can you feel that the society are heading in the right direction even though we're far from being equal?
I have always felt I was equal even if I'm not in some peoples eyes. No one is going to stop me from doing what I want to do. I feel that if we really want to attack the people that keep women down we should start with religion.
Well back to the music, God's a pig was released in 2018, what are your plans for the future when it comes to new records and music?
We have some new songs we are working on, two already in the set. The rest of the band are also in The Varukers, last year was really busy for them. This year we will have some time to do stuff.
What do you think about the UK punk scene today? Any bands you will recommend?
It's great super friendly everyone looks out for each other. Butcher Baby, Circle None, Overload and the Blue Carpet Band are some great newer bands


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Sports Illustrated's 2015 MLB All-Star Game coverage
Get ready to celebrate MLB's brightest stars and meet its up-and-coming names: The All-Star Game is here. Beginning on Sunday, July 12, Major League Baseball will head to Cincinnati, where its best players will take part in three days' worth of Midsummer Classic festivities. It all leads up to the 86th All-Star Game on Tuesday night at Great American Ball Park, where the American League will battle the National League to determine who will have home-field advantage in this year's World Series.
The starters are chosen and the teams are set, so get ready for the game with all of our All-Star coverage, including news, previews, analysis, features and video, as well as the full rosters for the AL and NL.
2015 MLB All-Star Week
Sunday, July 12
Futures Game: Schwarber, Team USA cruise over World Team
Monday, July 13
Home Run Derby: Frazier defeats Pederson in successful new derby format
Tuesday, July 14
86th All-Star Game: 7:30 p.m. ET
Latest All-Star Game news
• Frazier downs Pederson to win Home Run Derby
• Greinke, Keuchel named All-Star Game starters
• Kershaw replaces Scherzer on NL All-Star roster
• White Sox' Ventura doesn't want Sale to pitch in ASG
• Pederson replaces Holliday (quad) in lineup; Braun on roster
• Marlins' Gordon out; LeMahieu to start, Tulowitzki on roster
• Twins' Dozier takes roster spot of Jays' Bautista (shoulder)
• Athletics' Gray replaced on AL roster by Angels' Santiago
• Moustakas, Martinez make roster through Final Vote
• Gardner named as injury replacement for Royals' Gordon
• Frazier, Bryant, Pujols chosen for Home Run Derby
• Griffey Jr. will throw out first pitch before HR Derby
• Harper will skip Home Run Derby | Cruz declines too
• Pujols, Bautista, Kipnis lead AL All-Star reserves
• Pederson, Bryant headline NL's All-Star reserves
• Four Royals among announced starters for AL, NL
• A-Rod: I 'would walk' to Cincinnati to be in the ASG
Features, analysis and previews
• All-Star Game preview: Starting lineups, pitchers, stats, more
• All-Star roundtable: Debating starters, snubs, A-Rod, more
• The Anti-All-Stars: Who are the first half's worst regulars?
• Building the AL's best possible 25-man All-Star roster | NL
• Podcast: Tom Verducci on All-Star rosters, snubs, surprises
• Trout, Harper, Machado lead 25-and-under All-Star team
• Who are the surprises and snubs from this year's rosters?
• Giants' Panik keeps his cool in unexpected All-Star season
• MLB, AL avoid Royal blunder with All-Star Game starters
• Who should be the starters for this year's All-Star Game?
• Did Alex Rodriguez deserve a spot on AL's All-Star roster?
• The one problem that remains with All-Star Game selection
• Is Home Run Derby worth watching without Bryce Harper?
• Did Josh Donaldson deserve to be top All-Star vote-getter?
All-Star Game rosters
American League
Starters:Salvador Perez (C, Royals), Miguel Cabrera* (1B, Tigers), Jose Altuve (2B, Astros), Alcides Escobar (SS, Royals), Josh Donaldson (3B, Blue Jays), Lorenzo Cain (OF, Royals), Alex Gordon* (OF, Royals), Mike Trout (OF, Angels), Nelson Cruz (DH, Mariners)
Reserves:Russell Martin (C, Blue Jays), Stephen Vogt (C, Athletics), Albert Pujols (1B, Angels), Mark Teixeira (1B, Yankees), Brian Dozier^ (2B, Twins), Jason Kipnis (2B, Indians), Jose Iglesias (SS, Tigers), Manny Machado (3B, Orioles), Mike Moustakas+ (3B, Royals), Brock Holt (IF, Red Sox), Jose Bautista (OF, Blue Jays), Brett Gardner^ (OF, Yankees), Adam Jones (OF, Orioles), J.D. Martinez (OF, Tigers), Prince Fielder (DH, Rangers)
Pitchers:Chris Archer (SP, Rays), Dellin Betances (RP, Yankees), Brad Boxberger (RP, Rays), Zach Britton (RP, Orioles), Wade Davis (RP, Royals), Sonny Gray (SP, Athletics), Felix Hernandez (SP, Mariners), Kelvin Herrera (RP, Royals), Dallas Keuchel (SP, Astros), Darren O'Day (RP, Orioles), Glen Perkins (RP, Twins), David Price (SP, Tigers), Chris Sale (SP, White Sox), Hector Santiago† (SP, Angels)
National League
Starters:Buster Posey (C, Giants), Paul Goldschmidt (1B, Diamondbacks), Dee Gordon* (2B, Marlins), Jhonny Peralta (SS, Cardinals), Todd Frazier (3B, Reds), Bryce Harper (OF, Nationals), Matt Holliday* (OF, Cardinals), Giancarlo Stanton* (OF, Marlins)
Reserves:Yasmani Grandal (C, Dodgers), Yadier Molina (C, Cardinals), Adrian Gonzalez (1B, Dodgers), Anthony Rizzo (1B, Cubs), DJ LeMahieu (2B, Rockies), Joe Panik (2B, Giants), Brandon Crawford (SS, Giants), Troy Tulowitzki^ (SS, Rockies), Nolan Arenado (3B, Rockies), Kris Bryant (3B, Cubs), Ryan Braun^ (OF, Brewers), Andrew McCutchen (OF, Pirates), Joc Pederson (OF, Dodgers), A.J. Pollock (OF, Diamondbacks), Justin Upton (OF, Padres)
Pitchers:Madison Bumgarner (SP, Giants), A.J. Burnett (SP, Pirates), Aroldis Chapman (RP, Reds), Gerrit Cole (SP, Pirates), Jacob deGrom (SP, Mets), Zack Greinke (SP, Dodgers), Clayton Kershaw† (SP, Dodgers), Carlos Martinez+ (SP, Cardinals), Mark Melancon (RP, Pirates), Shelby Miller (SP, Braves), Jonathan Papelbon (RP, Phillies), Francisco Rodriguez (RP, Brewers), Trevor Rosenthal (RP, Cardinals), Max Scherzer (SP, Nationals), Michael Wacha (SP, Cardinals)
*Injured, will not play; ^Chosen as injury replacement; +Chosen on Final Vote ballot; †Chosen as replacement for Sunday pitcher


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A newly invented material could revolutionize many industries at once. Discovered by a collaborating team from three U.S. universities, the metal is the lightest material ever discovered – so light it can actually sit on a dandelion. The new material's density is 0.9 milligrams/cubic centimeter, and Styrofoam, one of the lightest so far, is 100 times heavier.
The lightweight metal has been engineered at nanoscale level, so that the "micro-lattice" of interconnected hollow tubes contains 99.99 percent air, and only 0.01 percent solid. The tubes' wall thickness is 1,000 times thinner than human hair.
"Materials actually get stronger as the dimensions are reduced to the nanoscale," explained UCI mechanical and aerospace engineer Lorenzo Valdevit, UCI's principal investigator on the project. "Combine this with the possibility of tailoring the architecture of the micro-lattice and you have a unique cellular material."
The material has great mechanical properties. It recovers from compression exceeding 50 percent strain and is a very good energy absorber.
One of the most important fields of interest to green technology is making better battery electrodes. The new material could be the perfect candidate, since its lightweight and extreme porosity are just the properties battery researchers are looking for right now. For example, a battery made with such electrodes could be both cheaper and store more lithium ions, hence being able to store more electrical charge.
The team included researchers from UC Irvine, HRL Laboratories and the California Institute of Technology, having Dr. Tobias Schaedler from HRL as lead author.


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An excellent video case study on how to use Gingko app for academic writing.
The BLOSSOMING-Fledgling Researcher
It's been a long while since I've been able to post. My thesis deadline is fast looming, and so this will likely be my last post until I finish my thesis and finish presenting in Spring of 2014.
I'm going on hiatus with a bang, though: Below is a very quickly-made video of how I'm using Gingko App (you've GOT to see it) to do the Single Method of Academic Writing, which Dr. Single outlines in her book "Demystifying Dissertation Writing." Her method is a game changer. You want to know about the method. :) Gingko App makes it SUPER FLUID. But, even if you don't use her method, Gingko App is still just an amazingly fluid writing environment.
ASIDE: One thing I left out of the video is how easy it is to create the quotes in Citavi by just highlighting the quote in the PDF preview displayed…
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Live from Allen Park: Lions players surprised Teryl Austin hasn't landed head coaching gig
ALLEN PARK, Mich. – Defensive coordinator Teryl Austin was the first coach Jim Caldwell added to his staff after landing the Lions' job back in 2014. In each of the two off-seasons since, Detroit has faced the distinct possibility that Austin would depart, hired off as a head coach elsewhere.
Austin interviewed for four different jobs following the 2015 season, just as he did after a '14 campaign that saw the Lions make the playoffs behind the league's second-ranked defense. He has yet to receive his opportunity, though.
"I'm surprised he hasn't," says Lions safety Glover Quin. "Happy that he's still here, obviously."
There you have the consensus among Detroit defenders when it comes to their coordinator. On the one hand, they would love to see Austin rewarded for his 12 years as an NFL assistant and, more specifically, for what he's done with the Lions. On the other, losing Austin would deliver a definite blow.
"A guy with his mentality, his mindset, his knowledge of the game ... everything he does is so different than anything I've ever seen before but it works," says veteran safety Don Carey, who joined the Lions in 2011.
A Rooney Rule conversation probably deserves to be had here—Austin told the Detroit Free Press in June that of his four head-coaching interviews following the 2015 season (Cleveland, Miami, New York Giants and Tennessee), in just two did he feel like he had "a legitimate shot at the job."
There was a falloff in the Lions' defensive performance last year, as well, a tumble precipitated by Ndamukong Suh's departure, DeAndre Levy's injury issues and the offense's abysmal early efforts. Austin still remained among the obvious candidates to land a head gig when the season ended, as his defense was every bit as instrumental as the resurgent offense in the Lions' second-half push.
His return for the 2016 season is among the chief reasons Detroit believes it can lean on its defense if the Calvin Johnson-less offense needs time to find its footing.
"The continuity, the same scheme, the same system allows you to get better and better and better instead of having to learn a new scheme each year," Quin says. "It's surprising he hasn't gotten a head coaching job, but the better we play defense the more everybody gets credit. Hopefully, one day he gets that shot."
There was some thought last season that the Lions actually might provide Austin his chance. Then-offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi was pinned as the scapegoat for the team's wretched start. But had Jim Caldwell been sent packing as many believed possible, Austin would have been the clear frontrunner to inherit Caldwell's job on an interim basis, as a trial of sorts for the 2016 season.
Caldwell survived, even after new GM Bob Quinn took over his post. And Caldwell's chances of reaching the 2017 season as the Lions' coach very much depends on how Austin's defense fares. If all goes well, perhaps the third time will be the charm for Austin.
"I know a lot of teams are looking for a coach who can bring something new to the table," says Carey, "and he really can do it."
More news and notes
• Eric Ebron caught a pass from Matthew Stafford during last Thursday's practice session and turned upfield, safety Rafael Bush on his heels. About 30 yards farther downfield, Ebron—likely in part due to the session being largely non-contact—stepped out of bounds, Bush still trying to chase him down. By that point Ebron was smiling, laughing even. "Burners!" he shouted back to Bush, a nod to his own footspeed.
Ebron showed why the Lions are excited about his progress again Saturday, during the team's so-called "mock game" at Ford Field. With the first-team offense slumbering against a defense comprised of second- and third-teamers, Stafford looked Ebron's way for a spark. Following a short reception on an out route, Ebron twice broke free up the seam for significant gains, the biggest a 30-yarder against rookie safety Miles Killebrew.
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The positive momentum was halted when Ebron had to be carted off the field, having suffered an apparent Achilles injury. He was blocking for a run play off the right side of Detroit's line, when a pile of bodies sent him tumbling to the turf. Ebron grabbed for his leg, then turned over and slammed the turf with his hand.
"It's devastating," fellow TE Matthew Mulligan said. "Anytime you see one of your guys go down, especially when it's a guy you're so close with … it's awful and you feel for him because you know how much work guys put in. It's not just now, it's all year round."
The Lions may have dodged a bullet—the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported later Saturday that the injury "could be minor." They'll count their blessings if so. Ebron is primed for a huge season, and this offense badly needs him to follow through on that promise.
• Nothing is set in stone in early August, obviously, but if the Lions' season were to start today odds are the defense would line up with Kyle Van Noy, Tahir Whitehead and Jon Bostic as its starting linebackers. That's because Levy (active/non-football injury) remains sidelined, with the regular season mere weeks away.
The Lions continue to insist Levy will be fine, but his absence for 15 games last season amplifies the lingering concern. So, too, does the depth chart behind him. Van Noy has been underachieved mightily since Detroit drafted him in 2014; Bostic, a 2013 pick, played his way out of Chicago, which traded him to New England last season.
The only thing close to a known quantity is Whitehead, whom the Lions re-signed this off-season. He was victimized in coverage multiple times during Saturday's scrimmage, with RB George Winn—a player on the roster bubble himself—turning him inside out for a touchdown out of the flat.
• Gotta love Martha Firestone Ford. Detroit's 90-year-old team owner exited Thursday's scorcher of a practice a little early—as the heat index pushed triple digits, a team official rushed a bottle of water out to Ford, who then made her way inside the Lions' facility. But Ford reportedly was back out there Friday and then attended Saturday's mock game at Ford Field. She stuck it out for the entirety of the latter, which lasted upwards of three hours as part of the team's "Family Day."
• The backup quarterback competition appears close to being over even before the Lions' preseason opener. Longtime NFL veteran Dan Orlovsky displayed total control of the second-string offense during Saturday's "game," at times picking apart the first-team defense with the help of impressive rookie wide receiver Jay Lee. Rookie Jake Rudock saw a handful of snaps late, only after Orlovsky and Stafford each had several drives under his belt.
Five Questions with Anquan Boldin
Q1: You have a background with Jim Caldwell, but what was it about the rest of this team and this offense in particular that drew you to Detroit?
A: For me, I had a chance to look at the last eight games of the season when [offensive coordinator] Jim Bob [Cooter] took over and saw the potential that was there. I like the direction that the team is headed, they played great football down the stretch. I just feel like it's one of those teams that's up and coming, a team that has a chance, a team not a lot of people are paying attention to. I like the way things are going. You don't have a lot of guys—not any guys—that are worried about stats. It's a group of guys that wants to win.
Q2: Even last season with Calvin Johnson still around, the passing game started to have more success stretching the field horizontally than it did connecting vertically. Can an offense that lives mostly sideline to sideline be just as dangerous as one that has a couple of true deep threats?
A: I think so. If you look at the weapons we have on offense. Myself, look at Marvin [Jones], Golden Tate. Look at our tight ends, Theo [Riddick] coming out of the backfield with 80 receptions last year. It's scary. As a defense you have to pick your poison. Who do you double team, who do you not double team, who do you match up one on one with? There's a lot of guys who can create problems across the board. Matt has a lot of options to go to. If you watch film of him, he's not just locked in on one guy, it's just whoever's open. So that's even more motivation for guys to get open, because if you're open he's going to find you.
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Q3: You've only been working Stafford for a few days, but what have you seen in his approach that you think will work well with your game?
A: For one, he has a great control of this offense. I think he understands exactly what they're asking of him. He goes through all of his hots, he knows if he has to change protections. And he knows how to find open guys. He can read coverages, see what the defense is trying to do to him and react accordingly. Plus, he can make any throw on the field. He can really spin it.
Q4: You've had just one season in your career with fewer than 100 targets. Given all those options Stafford has in the passing game, do you expect you'll still see that volume of looks again this year?
A: When my number is called, my job is to come through. That's the way I've always felt, that's just the way I approach the game. When you come through for the quarterback, he'll come back to you. … At this point in my career it's not about numbers. I've put up numbers my entire career, so for me it's not about that.
Q5: Speaking on your long career, is this the last stop?
A: Hopefully. I just take it one year at a time. I evaluate things after the season is done, so after this season we'll see.
Biggest Turnaround: Alex Carter, CB
That is, the Lions are hoping Carter earns this designation. The No. 80 pick of the 2015 draft, Carter missed his entire rookie season due to a high-ankle sprain that would not heal. Now, after veteran Rashean Mathis retired, Carter finds himself fighting for the starting job opposite Darius Slay as the preseason begins.
"He's catching up, little by little on a daily basis," Caldwell says. "He's getting a little bit more comfortable and you can kind of see flashes of his ability."
Flashes, but not nearly enough consistency yet.
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Drawing some buzz: The defensive tackles
Quinn soon may face some very difficult roster decisions at the DT spot. Tyrunn Walker and Haloti Ngata are obvious inclusions. They lined up with the first-team defense during Saturday's scrimmage—Walker, as has been the case for much of camp, consistently overwhelmed his O-line competition, including one play that saw him power right through rookie center Graham Glasgow.
Rookie A'Shawn Robinson, despite drawing reps with the second and third units, also figures to make the cut. Beyond that? Stefan Charles and Khyri Thornton both have made strong cases to remain on the roster, thus inching youngsters Caraun Reid (2014 pick, 12 starts in '15) and Gabe Wright (2015 pick) closer to the chopping block.
This is the enviable "good problem to have," but the Lions will have to part ways with at least one talented tackle eventually.


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Opinion: The Earth is Changing and We Must Too
April 19, 2018
Balayage-dyed hair, avocado toast, highlighter makeup, rainbow everything… of all the trends seen on the internet, veganism has become a growing concept. Now more than ever, local restaurants are serving fare that is more inclusive towards various diets. These places cater to approximately 7.3 million adults in America that identify as vegan or vegetarian, a number that has increased compared to past statistics. However, being healthy and protesting against inhumane practices towards animals aren't the only benefits to eating less meat. Consuming fewer animal products can have a significant impact on reducing climate change and the harmful effects of global warming.
It is no secret that greenhouse gases are a large culprit of the changing climate. However, it is not as commonly known that the act of clearing forests to raise farmed animals, clearing forests for crops to grow that go towards feeding those animals, the production of animal fecal matter, slaughtering the animals, transporting the meat, processing the meat, and refrigerating and preserving the meat, also releases huge amounts of harmful energy into our atmosphere (as well as overtaxing the land and contributing to deforestation and the further extinction of wildlife that is crucial to our ecosystems). The process of raising livestock is clearly excessive and unnecessary.
The benefits of consuming less meat are not limited to just ourselves. Participating, even if partially or temporarily, in the vegan or vegetarian lifestyle can save energy, forests, clean water, the environment in which we live in, and animals! Not only are you not eating farm animals that are commonly commercially raised — such as chicken, cows, and pigs — you are helping prevent other species from possible extinction. Recently, news has broken out that a rhino species is bound to terminate, and polar bears have been forced to move south into Canada to find a home. Global warming has had its adverse effects, but it is not stopping. The arctic ice cap is melting at an increasingly rapid rate, depriving many animals of their habitat. There are many ways to assist the fight against the adverse effects of global warming, and eating less animal products is a gladly received tribute.
Although the conditions of our planet are continually changing, the government refuses to take effective action towards slowing these dangerous changes. That is why it is so crucial that the people take this issue into their own hands. Trump declared that climate change was a hoax launched by the Chinese. He has no evidence to back this claim. In fact, the Chinese are creating their own ways of fighting against the changing climate. They are planning to build a "Forest City," which will house 300,000 people, cover 342 acres, and combat climate change with its unique design that includes trees integrated into each floor of the buildings. These trees will provide a habitat for wildlife, but most importantly, they are predicted to reduce the air temperature and absorb 20,000,000 pounds of toxic carbon dioxide annually. Clearly, if the Chinese made up climate change as a hoax, then they wouldn't spend so much money on this monumental project. Not to mention, scientists around the world wouldn't be saying that we need to act now if we are to have a chance at minimizing this universal problem. Further, in the midst of more frequent weather disasters like hurricanes Irma and Harvey, flooding, droughts, and fires in places like California, it seems as if our president is just refusing to see the facts.
Although global warming is an overwhelming predicament, change and activism starts with the everyday person. Going full-out vegan is not a necessity; however, it is important to be aware of how our daily lifestyle affects our environment. Use a reusable water bottle and shopping bags, don't leave the water running or the lights on when not in use, switch to LED light bulbs, eat less meat, plant a tree. Don't forget that the little things really do count. Another way to get involved is to support West Bloomfield High School's Earth Club. To do so, just contact Mr. Barclay, the Physics Instructor and Sustainability Coordinator based in room 501. Any prospective members can join at anytime, and the next meeting is this Thursday, April 19.
PSA: WBHS Earth Club is trying to raise money to build a solar array that will power the entire science department of the school with clean energy. To donate, please visit http://bit.ly/wbhsearthdonations .