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Full Drive: 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco
Car of Today
"Chevrolet Malibu Eco Brings Flavor to Vanilla Segment," Chevrolet's press release proudly proclaims. Then, in the opening paragraph, Chevrolet calls the car's ride and handling "class-challenging." With that description, the company handed me the sum-up I'd been trying to coax out of a blank Word document for hours.
Class-challenging. That really says it all. In the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, Chevy has delivered a car for today, a solid midsize sedan that's got a legitimate shot at the top of the pack. For now. It's good to see a new GM product not just catch the competition but surpass it, though the concern here is that the Malibu has only opened up a small lead, not a commanding one.
The irony is that Chevrolet would choose to use the phrase "class-challenging" to describe the Malibu Eco's ride and handling, the one area of the car that's clearly class-leading. On city streets and county roads in and around Austin, Texas, the Malibu Eco's solid chassis and impressive body control easily out-shone the Hyundai Sonata, Sonata Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid comparison cars Chevrolet brought along for back-to-back evaluations. Where the Camry Hybrid bounced and rolled like '98 Buick Century over bumps and around corners, the Malibu kept body roll in check and its tires firmly planted. Where the Sonata rode hard and crashed over bumps without any payoff in the corners, the Malibu Eco buffered the bad roads nicely and returned an almost-sport sedan performance around the bends despite its fuel-economy-optimized tires. Those Goodyear tires returned a surprising amount of grip right up to their limit, then quickly let go as Goodyears are wont to do.
Also class-leading are the Malibu Eco's steering and brakes. The former offers a fairly quick ratio and no on-center dead spot, responding surprisingly quickly to your inputs. For the average midsize buyer, it'll feel downright sporty and even returns a bit of road feel for those who'll appreciate it. The latter offers better brake feel than any other hybrid on the road by virtue of its mild hybrid system. Because the generator runs off the accessory belt rather than being connected directly to the transmission like full hybrids, the setup enhances rather than directly braking the car. As a result, the brakes feel like any other non-hybrid car, and once you get used to the heavy pedal, you'll find they're pretty easy to modulate.
That mild hybrid system, which GM now calls eAssist, can also claim class leadership, but mostly because it resides in a class of one. The next generation of the Belt Alternator-Starter system that attracted little attention in the old Malibu Hybrid, it's been rebranded eAssist to avoid direct comparisons to full hybrids like Camry and Sonata. The concept is the same as the first-generation system: An electric motor takes the place of the alternator and provides a power boost to the engine during acceleration and captures braking energy while slowing. It also acts as an engine starter during Automatic Start/Stop mode, instantly restarting the engine when you take your foot off the brake pedal. It's a rather clever system that actually operates more smoothly than most full hybrids as there's no awkward hand-off from full electric mode to gasoline mode. A full hybrid's electric motor is tasked with propelling the car, restarting the gasoline engine, and melding gasoline and electric power all at the same time. EAssist, on the other hand, never powers the wheels, so all it has to do is smoothly restart the engine, then feed in extra power as you accelerate. It's among the smoothest start-stop systems on the market regardless of price or class.
On the road, the electric motor imperceptibly blends in up to 15 horsepower and 79 lb-ft of torque, which, in addition to increasing accelerative power, also smoothes out power delivery and improves throttle response. Chevrolet says the extra torque from the electric motor also reduces gear hunting on the highway, which I found to be minimal. Around town, the extra torque and low gearing made the Malibu Eco peppy and responsive and it had no trouble merging on the freeway. I did find, though, that when it came to climbing a steep hill or passing at freeway speeds, the eco-friendly gearing left the Malibu feeling a bit slow and underpowered. Mid-range power is a bit soggy, and while top-end power is better, the old 2.4-liter EcoTec gets noisy and unrefined as it nears redline. Best to keep the revs low, where the engine is surprisingly smooth and quiet.
That's also where you'll see the best fuel economy, which GM estimates at 25 mpg city, 37 mpg highway, and 29 mpg combined. While this allows GM to claim better fuel economy than any non-hybrid, non-diesel midsizer, this is where things start to unravel. Any Toyota salesman worth his salt will quickly point out to cross-shoppers that the Camry Hybrid LE returns 43 mpg city and 39 mpg highway and is $100 cheaper to start.
Then the Malibu's weak points begin to creep in. The interior is a mish-mash of high and low points. The standard MyLink touch-screen infotainment system looks good and is easy to use, and the Pandora and Stitcher functions are handy for people who get all their entertainment from the Internet. The overall design of the interior is fairly mundane as befits the segment, but the materials are mostly better quality than rivals (lose the chromed plastic already). On the other hand, there are some issues with grain and gloss matching between neighboring components and some fitment issues with dash pieces. The seats, while offering more than ample head-, hip-, shoulder-, and kneeroom in all positions, are hard and flat, offering good lumbar support and little else.
There's also the matter of the ventilation system for the 0.5 kW-hr lithium-ion battery pack in the trunk. It draws air from the passenger compartment through a vent in the shelf behind the rear seats, which is fine until you lay into the gas pedal. The harder you accelerate, it seems, the harder the ventilation fan works, and despite what Chevrolet described as exhaustive acoustic tuning work, it sounds like someone's let a vacuum cleaner hose loose behind your head. The good news is that you can't really hear it from the front seat, so only the kids will have to deal with it. The cabin is otherwise surprisingly quiet at all speeds owing to acoustic glass and other tricks borrowed in part from Buick.
As a whole, the Malibu is a strong entry into the midsize segment as it exists today. The trouble is, the segment won't stay this way for long. An all-new Ford Fusion will be out in months, followed closely by an all-new Honda Accord and Mazda6. Toyota's Camry is due for a full redo in the middle of the Malibu's lifecycle and the Hyundai Sonata and Volkswagen Passat will be looking at updates around that time. If the Malibu isn't a clear class leader now, where will it be this time next year? A new, unassisted four-cylinder is on the way this summer, and a turbo four arrives late in 2012. They'll be welcome updates, but there are other issues to address. Chevrolet accelerated the Malibu program to beat Fusion to the market, and the worst thing it can do now is take its foot off the (eAssisted) gas.
Malibu's Future: Is the Best Yet to Come?
To meet or beat the rival Ford Fusion to the market, Chevrolet moved up the 2013 Malibu's timetable by six months. It may not sound like much, but it meant the new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine wouldn't be ready at launch. Instead, Malibu leads off with the Eco model that features the latest version of GM's Belt Alternator Starter mild hybrid system, now called eAssist. For now, it uses the old 2.4-liter four-cylinder capable of 182 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque assisted by an electric motor that can add an extra 15 horsepower and 79 lb-ft of torque to the mix. eAssist will be upgraded to the new 2.5-liter engine in the future. In the meantime, here's what's on the docket for 2012:
Malibu LS, LT, and LTZ
Non-hybrid Malibus will debut in the summer of 2012 with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, the first of a new family of inline-fours from GM. Based loosely on the existing 2.4-liter engine, the new mill will also feature direct injection and variable valve timing, as well as a variable-displacement oil pump, a two-stage thermostat, and a new combustion chamber design. GM estimates it will be rated at 190 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque, an improvement of 8 horsepower and 8 lb-ft of torque. Great attention has been paid to engine noise, vibration, and friction in order to make it quieter, smoother, and more efficient than the old 2.4-liter, which was routinely dinged on those accounts.
Malibu Turbo
Arriving late in 2012 will be a Malibu sport model powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. Chevrolet already has such an engine that dates back to the old Cobalt SS and can now be found in the Buick Regal Turbo and Regal GS, providing 220 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque for the former and 270 horsepower and 295 lb-ft for the latter, not to mention a 6.3-second 0-to-60 time. Rumor has it, though, that the next-generation 2.0-liter turbo, which also produces in the neighborhood of 270 horsepower and is debuting in the Cadillac ATS, may find its way under the Malibu's hood. No word yet on what they'll call it, but don't rule out an SS badge.
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|25/37 mpg (est)
|CO2 emissions
|0.66 lb/mile (est)
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text: In 2004, when Idaho farmer Robert Blair wanted to see his legume and wheat fields from above, he paid $9,000 to rent a Cessna. It took three weeks to get the images back. Frustrated, Blair built his own 5-foot-long self-flying plane. Blair is one tech-savvy farmer. He had volumetric sensors installed on his combine harvester, and his tractor drives itself by GPS. But the thing that separates him from others in the "precision farming" movement is his unmanned air support. Blair's 1,500-acre spread is on rough terrain, in the hills and the mud of northwestern Idaho. Seeing the whole thing from the ground is next to impossible. The only way to catch the subtle changes in his chickpea or winter wheat crops is from the air. "It allows you to cover every square inch of field instead of cutting these random paths," he says. During peak growing season, Blair sends his 10-pound drone on a mission every week or two. The aerial images let him make decisions about when to spray for weeds and which wheat fields are looking nitrogen-deprived and in need of fertilizer. And he never has to wait for the photos. Illustration: +ISM Phil Groves is always nervous getting into helicopters, especially after what happened to fellow biologists Larry Barrett and Danielle Schiff. On August 31, 2010, the two Idaho Fish and Game scientists took off from Clarkston, Washington, and began flying west over the Clearwater River, looking out their open doors for nests of threatened Chinook salmon. One of the biologists' clipboards broke free and hit the tail rotor. The helicopter plunged into a street, killing Barrett, Schiff, and the pilot. This wasn't the first time Idaho biologists had crashed while tracking wildlife from the sky. But the deaths finally motivated Groves—who studies environmental issues for Idaho Power—to look for a different way to count salmon. That December, he persuaded his bosses to buy a pair of hexacopter drones from MikroKopter. In fall 2011, he took the copters to the banks of the Snake River. Through the hexacopter's lens the salmon nests were obvious: long, lightly colored stretches against the dark riverbed. Unfortunately, the FAA caught wind of these experiments and grounded the drones. So this fall, Groves will once again climb into a helicopter and hope for the best. Illustration: +ISM David Quinones runs the aerial photography company SkyCamUSA, which specializes in helicopter and plane shoots for everyone from Hollywood to real estate agents. For several years he also used drones. Quinones and his team could fly places—inside tunnels or close to structures—that no old-school chopper could manage. A slew of music videos, commercials, and reality shows were shot with his unmanned craft. For a Johnny Walker spot, Quinones used the biggest of his machines—a 4-foot-long custom-built helicopter—to take the viewer from the center-field stands of Yankee stadium all the way down to home plate. Then, in May 2011, the California Film Commission, citing FAA regulations, stopped issuing permits to drone-wielding directors. Quinones' real estate filming suffered a similar fate. For a time, realtors hired his unmanned aircraft to highlight luxury estates. "The best way to see these properties is from the air," Quinones says. "But the aerial views really suck from a regular airplane. You can only get so low and slow down so much." Drones provided a solution. Until that business was also grounded by authorities. Illustration: +ISM Before you get too worked up about drones in law enforcement, remember: The NYPD already has manned surveillance helicopters that can see clear across the city. Drones are actually better suited to places like Mesa County, Colorado (population: 146,313), which maintains a fleet of two self-flying craft. One is a miniature hand-launched plane made by Falcon, the other an even smaller quadrotor drone made by Draganfly. "There's nothing they do that manned aircraft couldn't," says Ben Miller, the sheriff's department civilian who oversees the drone program. "We just can't afford manned aircraft." Miller's most notable mission came in June 2011, when the quadcopter helped search through a dense woodland for a stabbing suspect; turned out the guy was in the hospital. Since then things have been pretty slow. Layoffs have led to the remaining deputies being so overworked they haven't had the time to break out their surveillance drones. It's hard to be Big Brother on a small budget. Illustration: +ISM In the oil-rich fields of Alaska's North Slope, gas flares burn constantly, occasionally bursting into fireballs two stories tall. It's a safety feature of BP's operation: burning off excess gas from drilling. Unless the facility is shut down—which costs BP millions—carrying out a detailed examination of those nozzles is out of the question. Which explains why the operation is inspected only once a year at the most. At least, that was the schedule until November 2011. As an experiment, BP brought in Greg Walker to fly a 2.5-pound Aeryon Scout quadrotor drone to examine the flares between inspections. With the Scout, Walker—manager of the Poker Flat Research Range for the University of Alaska Fairbanks—was able to spot a crack in one of the nozzles while it was still burning. Doing the repair required a shutdown, but BP was able to speed up the process and save money by ordering the parts ahead of time. Illustration: +ISMAlso in this issueHow I Accidentally Kickstarted the Domestic Drone BoomNo, You Can't Use a Drone to Spy on Your Sexy NeighborPersonal Drone's Secret Ingredient: iPhoneDrones' Future: Supersonic Swarms of Robot Bugs

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St. Regis Bahia Beach, Puerto Rico
Traveler who arrive at the St. Regis Bahia Beach will – unless they take great pains to avoid it – quickly find themselves holding a glass of rum punch. The resort's omnipresent staff takes pride in providing guests with a constant stream of intoxicants and luxuries, helping visitors check in from armchairs with ocean views and providing directions through the network of wood-planked paths overhung with flowers that connect the property's suites. The bellhops are even quick to clarify that what seems like birdsong is actually the sound of coquiacutes, inch-long frogs endemic to Puerto Rico. The staff embraces the Bahia Beach's split personality, a mix of old-guard luxury and nature-first ecotourism. Welcome to the jungle.
Luxury first. Stop by the resort's main building – called the Plantation House in a nod to coconut harvesting days – in the evening for the nightly champagne sabering. (No, they won't let you try.) After a bit of alfresco drinking, head upstairs to Jean-Georges Vongerichten's restaurant, Fern, and order the black pepper octopus, which is grilled until it's almost buttery. Drink a bit more rum and fall asleep to the amphibious crooning.
The forest and the ocean wake early. Head toward the two-mile beachfront and watch the sun slowly rise over Puerto Rico's picturesque northern coast while you decide whether you want to lay in the beach chairs, soak in the massive pool and drink cocktails, or play 18 holes on a rainwater-irrigated golf course, or seek out some exotic flora and fauna.
The 483-acre hotel property also serves as a nature preserve – the only certified Audubon Gold Signature Sanctuary in the Caribbean. The coconut palms are long gone and a riot of local plants have sprung up in their place. A team of staff naturalists tends to on-site environmental needs and helps tourists experience the local ecosystem by guiding kayaking tours down man-made rivers. Birds are everywhere, but the chances of being hit by a hooked drive are slim at best.
The resort works hard to strike a balance between incorporating the oceanside habitat and overburdening it. When endangered leatherback turtles return to the beach each year to lay their eggs, the staff quickly cordons off the area so no one accidentally tramples the eggs. When the baby turtles finally hatch, a staff member calls guests so they can watch the rare creatures make their way into the world. Guests watch in awe, occasionally taking a break from thoughtful silence to sip on some rum punch.
More information: The St. Regis Resort Bahia Beach is located a half hour's drive from San Juan to the west, and to the east, 20 minutes' drive from Luqillo, one of Puerto Rico's most beloved beaches. It's a few miles north of El Yunque National Forest. The hotel has 139 rooms, including 35 suites; rooms start at about $500.
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How to Rebuild Your Credit After Filing for Bankruptcy
There are many signs the economy is improving: the rally on Wall Street, rising home prices and improving consumer confidence. But there are also signs that the economy is still struggling: unemployment is high, 1.2 million Americans filed for bankruptcy last year and 14.4% of Americans are underemployed.
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The Great Recession took a toll on Americans' finances that have long-lasting effects and have damage their credit scores. A dented credit score affects everything from credit card and mortgage interest rates to insurance payments. It can even hurt hiring prospects.
Repairing credit takes time, but it's necessary. If you're in the subprime category because of a foreclosure or bankruptcy, here are steps you can take to start down the path of getting your score over that all-important 700 mark.
Get a Secured Credit Card
After you file for bankruptcy, it's time to start rebuilding credit. A secured credit card can be a good payment method to keep you out of debt. If you deposit $500 to your card, your credit limit becomes $500. Not only does this keep you from spending more than you have. Make sure that the issuer reports your activity to the three main credit bureaus to help raise your score.
Prepaid cards are similar to secured cards, but they will not help you rebuild credit since they generally do not report to the credit bureaus. Some prepaid cards come with high fees, so it's important to do research and steer clear of those. There are also other options like the Fingerhut account that allows subprime borrowers to qualify for a line of credit to shop in its online catalog. When you use the account responsibly by paying off your bills on time, Fingerhut will increase your credit limit and report your payment activity to the credit bureaus.
Use Retail or Gas Cards
As your credit score improves with secured or prepaid cards, you will eventually qualify for retail cards from department stores and gas stations. The interest rate on these cards is often high making it essential that you don't hold a balance beyond the grace period.
Major banks are often the issuers of retail cards, which could make approval difficult if you had a credit card with one of these institutions that was discharged in bankruptcy. However, positive and responsible use of these cards will raise your score.
Another option is to finance a car. Dealerships desperate for end of month sales lower their approval standards making your chances of buying the car higher. Of course, you shouldn't purchase a car unless there's more than enough room in your budget, but it's another way to show that you're a responsible borrower.
Don't Do This
Don't pay a lot of money to somebody promising to rebuild your credit in a short amount of time. It can't and won't happen. It will take time to repair your credit, but you'll likely have a score above 700 before the bankruptcy falls off your report.
Don't make the same mistakes twice. Review the events that caused your credit to fall to subprime levels in the first place. Take ownership for your mistakes but rather than beating yourself up over it, learn from it and start over. It's not about how hard you fall, but how quickly you get back up.
Roman Shteyn is co-founder of Credit-land.com. He writes frequently on credit-related topics.


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Master of Business Administration(MBA)
The primary purpose of GCU's Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is to provide training for students interested in understanding the working nature of business in a competitive environment. In accordance with GCU's Mission Statement, it also promotes a Christian worldview and the Christian consciousness of its students, academically and professionally preparing them for social responsibility and dedication to the advancement of God's kingdom. Courses in the MBA program integrate theories and practices from various disciplines, including University Core, accounting, economics, finance, marketing, production operations, and strategic management. The objective of this program is to develop students into broadly-educated business managers and executives who understand the nature of business as a whole, with tools and techniques applicable to a wide variety of business situations.
The capstone project for the MBA program gives students the chance to integrate all of the theories, skills, and tools studied during the program in a learning experience that highlights the nature of competition and the kind of strategic maneuvering that must be done in order to succeed.
Students can choose from the following concentrations:
MBA with a concentration in Finance
MBA with a concentration in International Business
MBA with a concentration in Marketing
MBA with a concentration in Human Resource Management
The students of Master of Business Administration (MBA) will
demonstrate foundational knowledge in each of the primary functional areas of business.
be able to solve semi-structured business problems.
be able to solve unstructured business problems
Components and requirements:
1. Course Requirement
The degree program requires satisfactory completion of 27 credit hours of the MBA curriculum and 9 credit hours of graduate electives for a total of 36 credit hours plus WS501Institutional Requirement per each semester. Students with non-business undergraduate degrees must complete 12 additional pre-MBA credit hours before selecting their MBA curriculum course sequence.
Pre-MBA Courses (12 credit hours) include:
Accounting Principles
Basic Finance
Fundamentals of Marketing
Principles of Management
2. Institutional Requirement
GCU requires all students to attend WS501 Institutional Requirement (chapel) every semester through graduation. Students will receive a Pass/Fail grade on Institutional Requirement.
The curriculum is available in the catalog on page 184, you can download it here


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IR400 Point IR Gas Detector
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The IR400 Infrared (IR) Point Detector is a hydrocarbon gas detector that continuously monitors combustible gases and vapors within the lower explosive limit (LEL) and provides alarm indication. It features an industry-leading response time of ≤ 3 seconds, even with a splash guard installed. All electronics are contained within an explosion-proof housing so that the IR400's detector information can be processed locally. Configurations with analog output, Modbus and HART are also available.
TA202A Single Channel H2S Trip Amplifier Module
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The TA202A is a single-channel H2S Trip Amplifier Module for use with our H2S Intelligent Sensors. It is designed to monitor H2S in parts per million (ppm) levels and provide status indication and alarm outputs. Microprocessor-based electronics allow all options to be user selectable through front panel interface (mode / select switch and digital display).
DC110 Eight Channel Combustible Readout / Relay Module
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The DC110 is an eight-channel Readout / Relay Module designed to be used with up to eight of our remotely located Combustible Intelligent Sensors. The front panel contains a digital display that indicates 0-99% LEL (lower explosive limit) of the combustible gas being monitored by the Intelligent Sensors.
S4000TH H2S Gas Detector
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The S4000TH Intelligent Gas Sensor is a microprocessor-based transmitter designed for use with General Monitors' thin film metal oxide semiconductor (TFMOS) sensors to detect H2S gas. The unit features one person calibration and can virtually self-calibrate by simply activating a magnetic switch and applying gas. It detects hydrogen sulfide in 0-20 ppm, 0-50 ppm or 0-100 parts per million (ppm) levels over a wide temperature range.
2280A Four Channel H2S Gas Monitor
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The 2280A is a system for continuously monitoring H2S gas concentrations in four locations. The system consists of up to four remote mounted sensors and a solid state controller. The controller consists of four independent channels, each having its own circuitry. With a digital display, the 2280A shows hydrogen sulfide gas concentrations in ppm (parts per million) in the ranges of 0-20, 0-50, or 0-99 ppm for each channel.
2602A Zero Two Series Control Module for H2S Applications
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The 2602A is a single-channel H2S Control Module that has been designed to monitor H2S in parts per million (ppm) levels and provide status indication and alarm outputs. Microprocessor-based electronics allow all options to be user selectable through front panel interface (mode / select switch and digital display). The digital display on the 2602A indicates hydrogen sulfide gas concentration, fault codes, calibration cues and setup options. Other features include LED indications of status, relay outputs for fault, low alarm and high alarm, and serial communications ports.


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Buenos Aires, April 10, 2012
I saw the Hombres in Austin with my beautiful family. Let me say that it not only GROOVES me to see them live but warms my soul to actually have met them afterwards. Perry you truly get it when you take the time to talk to your friends after doing a MONSTER set such as you did. You are the model for all performers to go for in a famous artist as you are. Dave I have always been a huge friend and I will continue to be so. Take it slow and look back on the cool as life you have. I unfortunately did not meet the rest but I look forward in doing so. Perry your wife is not only a Feast to the eyes but truly a good person as I did meet her. Thanks for the pics and memories. See you soon!


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Whether you are managing your conference registration activities or hiring a registration company, the main tasks for registration are:
The finance committee, or treasurer, sets registration fees when preparing the budget and should cover the cost of running the conference based on the anticipated attendance.
IEEE conferences set varying registration fees for members, non-members, Life members, students, and members of associated organizations. Advance registration fees, or "early bird" registration fees, are also established to encourage early registration at discounted pricing. It is important that you clearly define in advance the fees for each group attending the conference.
Many conferences hire a registration service, or select an online event-management tool. A full-service registration or event-management contractor can manage the entire registration process and be the first line of communication to address attendee questions. Online event-management tools provide registration forms, database-management tools, reports, and other services to help you manage your registration.
Set up advance registration four to six months before the conference begins. Early registration helps attendees avoid long lines at the conference and guarantees tickets to sold-out events. Most attendees prefer to register before they make their travel and hotel arrangements.
When offering advance registration:
The registration staff provides on-site support during the conference. The conference registration chair works closely with the on-site management committee to plan and manage on-site registration. The goal is to process on-site registration as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Responsibilities for on-site registration include:
Some participants may need to provide a letter from the IEEE conference as part of their application for a visa. You can help by providing information on how to apply for a visa and reminding them to start the process early. Applicants should apply no later than three months prior to the conference
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WWE Night of Champions Results
By Bill Pritchard for Wrestlezone.com
September 16th 2012
YouTube Exclusive Pre Show Match
#1 Contender's Battle Royal (United States Championship)
(Participants (in order of entrance) – Brodus Clay, Primo, Epico, Justin Gabriel, Tensai, Tyson Kidd, Michael McGillicutty, Zack Ryder, Titus O'Neil, Darren Young, Jinder Mahal, JTG, Drew McIntyre, Ted DiBiase, Heath Slater, Santino Marella)
Slater taunts everybody with an air guitar and gets immediately thrown over the top rope, then everyone starts brawling and tries to eliminate each other. McGillicutty and DiBiase get tossed outside, then Tensai kicks Titus while Primo puts Brodus in a sleeperhold. Brodus flips him over his shoulder and throws him outside, then he sends Jinder out and press slams Epico to the floor. Tensai throws Gabriel to the floor, then he goes after Kidd but he gets hit with a enziguiri on the apron. Tensai ends up powerbombing over the ropes onto everyone else, then they have a brief faceoff before Santino tries to attack them. Santino goes for a clothesline and just bounces off of them, then Tensai goes after Brodus and a group of wrestlers flip Brodus over the ropes.
Santino gets JTG on the apron and teases a Cobra, but JTG tries to block it so Santino just shoves him off the apron to eliminate him. Tensai turns around and gets hit with a surprise Cobra by Santino, then he hits Young with one and goes for a cover. The ref tells him he can't do that, then Titus and Young work together and throw him outside. Titus suplexes his partner onto Tensai, then Zack stands up in the corner and gets whipped into the ropes. He holds the ropes and sends Titus outside, then Young tries to flip Zack over the ropes and Tensai attempts to help him. Young falls on the mat but Zack holds on, then he gets in and Tensai blocks a Rough Ryder attempt, but Zack turns it into a hurricanrana and flips him over the ropes.
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (27 February 1807 – 24 March 1882 / Portland, Maine)
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In The Harbour: The Wine Of Jurançon. (From The French Of Charles Coran)
Little sweet wine of Jurançon,
You are dear to my memory still!
With mine host and his merry song,
Under the rose-tree I drank my fill.
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STRANGE BUT TRUE- On the rebound: Why you'll be happy in your golden years
Q. Across the life cycle, who should be happy about the recently publicized "u-shaped curve of happiness," and who might be unhappy?–E. Kelly
A. Obviously, there are many inputs at play here: Yet the amazing thing is the regularity and predictability of happiness reports, based on surveys covering two million people in 80 nations, from Bangladesh to Sweden to Chile, reports the "University of California-Berkeley Wellness Letter."
The key finding is that people tend to begin their young lives feeling relatively happy, but then midlife crises can undermine this and despair can peak. The happiness low point typically hits men at about age 40 and women at age 50. Then comes the remarkable rebound: "People in their sixties and seventies, if healthy physically, tend to be as happy as young people."
This pattern holds for both men and women, singles and marrieds, and those with or without children. Oddly, nobody knows why most of us are able to bounce back.
Maybe we just learn to adapt. Or maybe we finally give up unrealistic dreams. (Or it could just be that the cheerful and resilient live long enough to answer questions at age 70.) Whatever the reason, happiness's U-shapedness is something to keep in mind during the tough times, to know you're far from alone in your experience and to help you hang in there.
Q. Gold, as you may know, is malleable (can be pounded into sheets), ductile (drawn into wires), and virtually indestructible. In what sense is gold "green," and in what sense is it not? Also, where can most of the metal be found these days?–I. Trump
A. Gold is eco-green in that windows in some apartment buildings are coated with it to help reflect sun in the summer and retain heat in the winter, says LeeAundra Temescu in Discover magazine. However, getting the metal is far from green since gold mines spew cyanide into waterways and nitrogen and sulfur oxides into the air. "In 2000, a cyanide spill at a Romanian mine made the local water for 2.5 million people undrinkable."
As for gold reserves, the U.S. has the world's biggest hoard. But if ornamentation is included, India takes the title– over 20 percent of the gold used decoratively worldwide is in the thread of Indian saris. Yet the largest reservoirs of gold aren't on the surface of the Earth but rather in the oceans– an estimated 10 billion tons. "Unfortunately, there is no practical way to get it out."
Q. Weird newspaper contest: Choose a number from 0 to 100 and send it in; the winning entry will be 2/3 of the average of all entries, the prize $10,000. What number would you guess?–W. Hearst
A. If all guesses are random, then the average should be about 50, making 33 (2/3 of 50) a good guess, says Mark Buchanan in The Social Atom. But what if others are thinking along the same lines?
Then maybe you should guess 22, or 2/3 of 33. Of course, you can follow this reasoning indefinitely, ultimately leading to a guess of 0! Yet oddly, if everyone chooses 0, then all entries are exactly right, since 2/3 of 0 is 0.
When this contest was actually staged in London, a few people did choose 0, and quite a few chose 33 or 22. The overall average turned out to be 18.9, and the winner had chosen 13. Concluded Buchanan: "A rational economist would have been a certain loser– which is neither rational nor very smart."
Interestingly, we all face choices of this sort every day. For example, driving to work you may try to avoid morning traffic by choosing a road others won't be taking. But countless others are trying to do the same thing, so there is no clear rational solution– unless you can read minds.
Send strange questions to brothers Bill and Rich at email@example.com.


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Jan 12, 2012
Hong Kong lowers its avian flu alert level
Hong Kong has moved its avian flu warning level back to "alert" after it raised it to "serious" on Dec 20 upon detection of H5N1 in a chicken at a live bird market and in two wild birds, a Channel News Asia (CNA) story said yesterday. That clears the way for importing and selling live poultry from mainland China and local farms. In addition, Hong Kong Health Secretary York Chow said the virus in the bird samples has not mutated compared with other samples collected in the region. "There is no significant change in terms of genetic shifting," he said.
Hong Kong's pandemic influenza response levels
Rand report says office-based practices key to adult vaccination
Practitioners must promote adult vaccination as part of routine office-based healthcare, according to a Rand Corp. report released yesterday. Rand researchers conducted a comprehensive review of the literature on adult immunization, held a stakeholder workshop, interviewed workshop attendees and other experts, and conducted a phone survey of 1,278 adults (the latter specifically on the flu vaccine). Report authors said, "Reflecting available research, the vast majority of the empirical evidence presented in this report is based on studies of the demand for and delivery of influenza vaccination." The report said that while most adults receive vaccines in medical offices, only about a fourth of the offices stock all recommended adult vaccines. Obstacles include the short shelf life of some vaccines and inadequate insurance coverage. Even so, the report emphasizes the importance of office-based providers. "Office-based providers are uniquely positioned to identify patients who need vaccination, to communicate credibly about the benefits and risks of vaccination, and to ensure that vaccination histories are properly maintained," said lead author Katherine Harris in a Rand news release. The report says better guidance, including structured vaccination counseling protocols, should be developed to help healthcare providers promote and administer vaccines and evaluate the optimal site for administering them. The study was supported by an unrestricted grant from GlaxoSmithKlein.
Jan 11 Rand Corp. press release
Rand report
Study: H3N2 dominance may lead to more pneumococcal pneumonia
In assessing data from 11 flu seasons, researchers found that the association between invasive pneumococcal pneumonia and influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity varied but was stronger in seasons when the H3N2 flu strain dominated. US scientists analyzed data from the 1994-95 through 2004-05 seasons, adjusting for seasonal temperature, precipitation, and sunshine, which are believed to be associated with pneumococcal pneumonia, flu, and RSV. They found "significant" associations in 5 of the 11 seasons, in all of which H3N2 predominated. (The strain dominated in three other seasons as well.) In contrast, they found no association in seasons when non-H3N2 strains were dominant, though the difference was not significant. They write that their finding is consistent with the idea that H3N2 may lead to more pneumococcal superinfections compared with H1N1.
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Yesterday on my walk about, (yes I am still doing the loop) I was trying to notice things that normally my eyes would pass over.
I came across some very colorful leaves, some flowers, birds, but the one thing that caught my attention, and took my breath away was when I rounded the corner to the garden and I came across this scene…
In an instant I was transformed back to 1973 – back to 16 years old – back to the days when my biggest worry was the math assignment due the next day.
Glistening as if white gold – handle bars like a wild sheep's horns – my 10 speed – my freedom – my way to fly!
It may sound odd – but to that 16 year old girl with the long blonde hair it was everything in the world she wanted. It was a way for her to escape from the world that was closing in on her, it was her stab at freedom – for a time it was her reality. It represented everything she wanted to be, every thing she was, in ways at the time, she did not even realize.
Life moved on –
Several years ago my dad brought this bike out to the farm. "I thought you would want your bike, maybe the kids would like to ride it"
There was a silent internal gasp of horror as my eyes took in the scene before me. The handlebars had been modified in a ghastly upright position, there were fenders where there were none before, and a basket had been added.
The indignation of it all!
"I rode it for a time" my dad explained "but I had to do a few modifications to make it work for me – how you ever rode it the way it was I will never know"
I just smiled, but somewhere way down deep my heart broke a little that day.
This past spring Jamie was doing some cleanup around the farm, loading stuff to take away to the dump. He had quite a pile collected, bits of metal, old fencing and such. "What do you want me to do with that old bike?" he asked.
"Keep it" I said.
He never questioned that fact, or even asked me why, and for that I am forever grateful, for it would be to hard to explain.
I will never ride that bike again; but I will never get rid of it either.
My bike is leaning against the garden fence now.
I think I will clean it up, perhaps repaint it. Maybe with Jamie's help I can get the handlebars back to how they were, take off the fenders and remove the basket. Maybe I will prop it up in my garden and let the bean plants grow up through the spokes – or perhaps I will put it in with the roses, and allow the roses to create a blanket over it – but I am not getting rid of it.
Some dreams are meant to be held on to – this is one of those dreams!


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Amazing article about the ultimate sacrifice man can do to protect their love ones.Read and be blessed!
Women Who Survived Theater Shooting Grieve for Hero Boyfriends – ABC News
"Of the 12 people killed in the Aurora theater shooting, four of them were men who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect their girlfriends. Now, each of these women are struggling to come to terms with both their grief and their gratitude."
I appreciate ABC News running this story. But I wish they had resisted the urge to drag in "experts" to try to "explain" what is in reality the best that's in us. In my opinion, all they succeeded in doing with these experts was to devalue these heroes and their sacrifice.
I think the reason why thirty percent of the people who died in Denver were men who gave their lives to protect their women is both simple and obvious: It is how God made them.
If I had to find one story that capsulizes why…
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Williamsport Corporate Hotel Discounts
Comforts & Conveniences that make traveling for business a little easier . .
With our facilities being just minutes away from the Williamsport Regional Airport, Reach Road Industrial Park, Muncy Industrial Park and the Route 405 corridor, we can meet all the needs you or your business partners may require.
Our business center, in-room high speed Internet connections and comfortable work space is made for you. At Genetti Hotel & Suites – Williamsport, Pennsylvania, our personal touch makes business travelers feel right at home.
Genetti Hotel Business Features Include:
- To secure your package, a deposit of $50 per person is required at the time of your reservation.
- Deposits can be made by check, credit card or money order.
- The above pricing is for weekdays, per person, per night based on double occupancy (an additional $20 fee will be added for single occupancy).
- The Genetti Hotel & Suites reserves the right to amend golf arrangements in the event of a scheduled tournament.
- We will notify you as soon as possible of any changes to your package.
- Long-term Suites for Extended Stays; Long-term and Group Rates are Available
- FREE FULL HOT Breakfast EVERY MORNING! 6:00AM – 10AM!
- In-room coffee maker with complimentary coffee
- Spacious accommodations with well-lit, comfortable work areas
- Complimentary weekday morning newspaper
- Free high-speed wireless Internet access from your room and public areas
- Phones with dataports – be online and on the phone at the same time
- 8 meeting rooms with 11,500 sf space accommodate your business gathering needs
- Business center
- Free 800 calls (US & Canada)
- No access surcharges on credit card calls, so call as often as you like
- For your convenience – full-sized iron & ironing board in every room
- Guest laundry facilities
- Suites with kitchens and kitchenette
- Secure, free parking
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Keep on your exercise routine at our Fitness Center (24 hour access)
- Corporate discount rates available for guest business stays
- Negotiated rates available for qualifying contract commitments
Compare all our features that are included in the price of a room:
- City, Mountain or River Views
- Non-Smoking Rooms & Suites
- Separate Hanging Closet
- Coffee Maker, Coffee & Tea Service
- AM/FM Radio w/Alarm Clock
- Traditional:: Queen or Double/Double
- King Deluxe:: King Bed/Larger Room
- King Whirlpool:: King Bed
- King Executive Suite:: King Bed/Sofa Sleeper/Living Room
- Cribs Available (free)
- Roll-A-Ways Available ($10/night)
- Williamsport's Premier Hotel and Conference center
- Large Banquet and Meeting Facilities
- Cable TV (ESPN, etc.) with remote
- Bathtub/Shower Combination
- Hairdryer
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Smoke Detectors
- Electronic Locks
- Interior Hallways
- Large Meeting Rooms/Over 11,500 square feet of space
- Free High Speed Wireless Internet Service
- Free 800 Calls (U.S. & Canada)
- Voice Mail
- FREE FULL HOT Breakfast EVERY MORNING! 6:00AM - 10AM!
- Room Service during restaurant hours
- Daily Housekeeping
- Dog Friendly Hotel
Guest Reviews
- Weekend Stay
My husband and I have just spent the weekend at the Genetti Hotel. I can't recommend this Hotel highly enough. Everything was wonderful. The rooms are beautiful, very clean and very comfortable. We had one of the Whirlpool Suites and it was perfect.The staff are so friendly and very helpful and really strive to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. What can I say about the Breakfast Buffet... Just outstanding!! My husband and I have never seen such a variety and quality of breakfast foods as the Genetti has. They have everything you could possibly want and more. We had the most wonderful weekend away here and we will definitely be back again. Truly marvelous and so fabulous to see that there are still Hotels who value service and comfort to such a high standard. Thank you so much for giving my husband and I such a wonderful weekend's stay.
- Full of old world charm
Step back in time at this hotel. Rooms were clean and big and completely different to any other hotel we stayed in during our trip to the States, we could feel the history of the hotel. Never having been to the US before we found the breakfast amazing - tried things we'd never tasted before and all were good. Meals in the restaurant were huge as I needed a doggy bag for my starters. The staff are very friendly and helpful and we would definitely stay there again.
- What hotels were like 50 years ago!
If you are old enough to remember grand old downtown hotels, you'll enjoy a stay at what was once The Lycoming Hotel where businessmen stayed, lunched, attended meetings, and took their wives to dinner for their birthday. The rates are surprisingly reasonable and the atmosphere is rich. The staff is very gracious and upgrades seem easy to obtain. The buffet breakfast is extensive. Parking is free on an adjoining parking lot. The only drawback is the long walk to check-in. Help with luggage is available upon request.
- Business Trip
A good start to my hotel stay was at check in. Cheryl at the front desk was very upbeat, friendly, and helpful. Put me in a nice comfortable room non-smoking quiet. Coffee(Maxwell House) maker in room. The complimentary HOT breakfast buffet was very good. TVs in breakfast area a nice plus. Two elevators for quicker service. Checkout was a breeze, Wonderful hotel experience.
- Great history
Stayed here for the Pennsylvania hog rally. Had a wonderful time. Beautiful hotel, great service. Nice staff. No complaints! Clean rooms, comfortable beds. Nice pool! Met the manager who was nice. Great area to ride on a motorcycle. Highly recommend to anyone.
- Clean, friendly, helpful
We stayed here when passing through town. The hotel was built in 1922 and it has an historical feel. Not a modern hotel, but very quaint and clean. The staff were great! Especially Cheryl at the front desk. Lots of places to eat within walking distance. The outdoor pool was a nice size, clean, and plenty of seating and Clean towels. The breakfast buffet was very good with lots of hot and cold choices. Highly recommend.
- Absolutely fabulous
Old fashioned charm. Every single staff member was friendly and helpful. Cheryl at the front desk went out of her way to make sure we were happy. The room was huge, clean, comfortable and luxurious. Free breakfast spread was amazing. The pool was great, location was perfect, free wifi, and with all that said, price was cheaper than any other hotel downtown. Will be back.
- Little League World Series
We had the pleasure of staying here and would like to give a shout out to Alicia, Ron and Andrea for the great service checking in and help about the area. Lots of fun history within walking distance.
- Historic, comfortable hotel
I stayed overnight in Williamsport on a motorcycle tour. The renovated Genetti was perfect. I was upgraded to a suite, very comfortable, clean and peaceful. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Gated parking lot made me feel safer leaving the bike overnight. Full hot breakfast was excellent. Across the street is a fun little pub with good food, beer and conversation. Along same street is a shopping district that I enjoyed walking through. The entire experience made me want to come back.
- Great stay in my old home town
I grew up in Williamsport and returned to visit and have dinner with old friends for the first time in 40 years. Since the Lycoming Hotel (now the Genetti Hotel) had been THE place to stay I went on line to book a room but their site showed nothing available. Called the property directly and spoke with reservations manager Cheryl who was able to find me a room at a reasonable price.
My room was the Bob Hope suite with a large corner living room (sofa, chairs, desk, wet bar with refrigerator and microwave) and a connecting, comfortable bedroom and bath. Large flat screen TVs in both. The accommodations were clean and quiet and I especially enjoyed the historical ambiance of the hotel with old photos and antiques within the room and common areas of the property.
A night's stay includes a free breakfast which goes far beyond the usual make-your-own-waffles and cereal offered by most hotel chains. A buffet of fresh cut fruit, juices, coffee, eggs, sausage, bacon, corn beef hash, potatoes, bagels and toast was excellent.
Downtown location is near many bars and restaurants and a gated parking lot is adjacent to the hotel with no charge to guests. Staff could not have been friendlier or more helpful. This is a great change of pace from the average chain hotel and I will definitely stay here my next visit.
- Lovely piece of history
I was greeted at the front desk with a warm friendly face and all my wishes for rooms fulfilled. We had two rooms, One was an accessible room with twin queen beds the other room just a single queen. Both rooms were clean and a pleasure to be in. Yes this is not a new ultra modern hotel we came here because it was not only downtown but for the ambience of a lovely old hotel. The morning hot breakfast was outstanding one of the best I've ever had at a hotel if not the best. The hotel is convenient downtown too many shops restaurants and adult beverages.
- Great choice if you like historic hotels
The Genetti is the place to stay if your are going to a show at the Community Arts center. They have a cool bar and a nice buffet before a lot of the shows.
The hotel itself has ton's of character that you would expect in an older historic hotel. The rooms are fairly modern, but you wouldn't want too modern or it would take away from the atmosphere.
I've always had a comfortable bed and a clean room when we've been there and the staff are very good about helping you with dinner reservations or activities.
- Lovely Old Characterful Place
Well, what can I say, such a special hotel. It's owned by one family and you can tell. Full of character inside, friendly staff and we got an upgrade to a suite!
Room was lovely, masses of space, everything had been considered.
Parking free, at rear of hotel. The walls in reception are covered in photographs from the history of the hotel, makes it so much more interesting to stay, much better than the normal chain, faceless hotels.
Breakfast was a huge array of good choices, all included in the very reasonable price.
Highly recommend this place. I did ask about the ghost....it's not 11th floor (there is no 11th floor) it's a room on the 8th floor that's haunted. If you want to be scared ask for it??
- This place was incredible!
My husband and I stayed during the orientation at Lycoming College. The courtesy and knowledge of the staff for local events was outstanding. We highly recommend this place and we look forward to our next stay.
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- Zachary (at the front desk) is the Man!
My boyfriend and I stayed the night this past weekend for his graduation and could not have been any happier with our choice of hotel. We arrived late Friday night and had the pleasure of being greeted by Zachary, the front desk attendant, who accomadated our every need.
After our two and a half hour drive to Williamsport, arriving after two in the morning for the graduation the next day, it was such a breath of fresh air to be helped by an employee like Zachary. It is so nice to see someone who enjoys their job and have such a great attitude (esp. accomadating people at 2:30 in the morning).
I just really felt that I had to write this comment to you guys to let you know how great of service we had and that we thoroughly enjoyed our night at the Genetti. Since we were enjoying ourselves so much in our gorgeous room, we woke up very late for the graduation ceremony. There was an incedent in the morning where my boyfriend and I woke up at 9:30am and my boyfriend was supposed to be there at 9. So we had not even 30 minutes to get ready and run down there. We were running around in a frenzy trying to get ready as quick as possible since we were extremely close to missing the biggest part of graduation day, the walk, and we went to use the iron and it was broken.
My boyfriend quickly called down and explained our situation and we were astonished by how fast they ran up a brand new iron to our room. Literally one minute it took, and that really saved the day. Next trip to Williamsport the Genetti is where we will be staying, just wanted to say thanks again (and a special thanks to Zachary!)
Room Tip: The whirlpool room was awesome.
I have the honor and the privilege to stay at the Genetti 5 times a year. Some people think that since the hotel is older it is not modernized so they want something plush. Well let me tell you that if there were Genetti Hotels all across the world, I would stay at them every time. First above all, the history incorporated in this hotel is emotionally warming. It is a wonderful walk down memory lane.
I had reserved a room with a queen sized bed, but they upgraded me to a room with a king sized bed and reduced the price. I had a lovely room on the 8th floor with a large ceiling fan. I loved that the inner doors to the closet and bathroom still sported older type hardware. Modern touches included a microwave and refrigerator in the room, large television and very comfortable bed with plenty of pillows.
I also loved that there was still a glass-fronted mail drop chute inbetween the elevators.
Breakfast was complementary and included eggs, bacon, French toast, sausage, even grits (in Pennsylvania!), applesauce, hardboiled eggs, etc. and delicious coffee. The staff was great – at the front desk and in the dining area.
- A comfortable hotel with a top-notch staff. . .
An old-fashioned--in the best sense of that term--downtown hotel: high ceilings and carved woodwork in the meeting rooms, for example. However, the pool, the restaurant, and above all the staff, are up to the minute.
I had forgotten to bring a printout of my speech, and discovered that my flashdrive was corrupted. Though the hotel's 'public' computers had no capability to accept my 'second backup' SD card, staffer Matthew took the card, did some magic behind the scenes, and produced a printout--no cost. Matthew also saw to it that I received a room discount based on my former military service.
Other staffers were outstandingly friendly and helpful, not one of them ever exhibiting that coldly courteous, almost robotic demeanor that I find so off-putting at some big-city hotels. Breakfasts are included in the room charge; unlike some places offering a 'Continental' breakfast, this one is warm, with a large variety of choices. Dining room staff were every bit as helpful, friendly, and eager to care for the guest's needs and wants as the front desk staff. Management of this hotel clearly works hard to provide guests a positive experience, and staff attitudes reflect that.
Room Tip: My room was 9th floor, south-facing, with a breath-taking panoramic view of Bald Eagle Mountain acro...
- Fantastic!
The hotel itself is rich with history and has a charm not seen in most hotels. It has a prime location with plenty of options for leisure and functionality.
he decor screams of it's history with antiques and collectibles from the hotel in glass cases. The service is excellent. The staff friendly and informative. The restaurant has excellent food and service. The room was clean and well maintained. The beds are comfortable. I was ready to move in for good.
Room Tip: Poolside rooms are quiet and have a more apartment like feel, and they get the afternoon sun.
- Great 3 day stay!
My Son and I stayed at this hotel at the end of June for the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War annual encampment (convention). We had a really nice stay and would recommend this place to just about anyone.
We stayed in room 107 which is by the pool. (The pool was clean and fun) Our room was very clean and the beds were comfortable. Air conditioning worked great on a hot weekend. The only thing I noticed was that the bathroom was in need of an update. Mind you, everything worked correctly, but the tub, sink and fixtures could use a freshening up.
The nice thing about this hotel is that everything is in a central location. Our meeting / banquet rooms, elevators, restaurant and front desk are all close to each other. The meeting rooms I was in for our encampment were nicely adorned, clean and functional. The sound system worked in each room and the staff did a nice job setting things up. We did experience one problem in one of the rooms though. They couldn't seem to get the A/C to work real well and so it was a bit hot in there. On the whole, the meeting rooms were very good!
I noticed that all of the staff from the hotel were friendly and spoke to me each time I passed with a "hello" or a "have a nice day". This seemed genuine and I liked it. These folks were doing a good job and felt good about spending my money there. The people at the front desk were very helpful (especially John) and patient as I had several questions about local attractions and stores etc.
Be sure to take advantage of the free breakfast! You will have lots to choose from, it is delicious and it is included with your room cost.
One last thing, if you are a history buff, this is a place of history. Be sure to note carefully the photos and decorations throughout the lobby level. These have been a lot of well known people who visited / stayed at this hotel over the years. If you are in Williamsport, stop and get a room at the Genetti.
- Perfect Accommodations & Staff!
It would be impossible to have had a better stay at the Genetti Hotel. We were in town overnight for a funeral, with arrangements made at the last minute.
The staff at the hotel, from the reservations assistant on the phone to the registration desk people, to the staff in the hotel, were accommodating and friendly. The room was amazingly beautiful, clean, comfortable, and quiet. It's an historic hotel with modern amenities. The breakfast buffet was delicious and full of comfort foods. I truly appreciate the care this hotel and staff provided during our stay.
Room Tip: I think any room in this hotel would be comfortable.
- Quaint Old Place!
Stayed here overnight for a banquet and this is quite a nostalgic place. Lots of history in every corner as it is old but kept up well.
Great food and bar setup too. Overall the room was fine. Other than the bathroom being dated and small everything was clean with beds and furniture very comfortable. It's a friendly, happy place to be as we enjoyed our stay and will return.
Room Tip: We were on the 10th floor and had a great view of the southwest of the city.
- Above & Beyond. . .
From the first phone call to the final checkout, the service was impeccable. These are not just employees, they are like family. Honestly! Every person we encountered was cheerful, helpful and just darned NICE.
This is not a cookie-cutter chain hotel. It is gorgeous and charming and just plain quirky. Our room was nice and large, with a mini fridge, microwave and a coffee maker. There were not quite enough outlets in the room, but it was no big deal. The bed was comfy and well made with an inspirational card on the pillow, wishing us peace and happiness (see the picture). That was genuinely heartwarming, and I am not a sappy person! Overall the room was clean. The bathroom was dated. But it was extremely clean and did the best with the space that it could. Have to remember this hotel is from the 1920's. Big luxurious bathrooms didn't really exist. The hotel has done the best they can with this limitation!
Because of the weather, we ate in the restaurant. It was new years eve and they were having a buffet. It was "eh". For some odd reason, everything was super peppery. I like pepper, but it was like everything had 3 times more than it needed. Odd. My husband ordered off the regular menu and it was above average. The breakfast, however, was awesome. If I lived in that town, I would make it a destination. They have this beautiful breakfast buffet every morning, with really exceptional quality breakfast offerings.
Being NYE, it was busy and was really rocking. We could hear the party from the 5th floor, but it was faint. On a normal night I can't imagine one would hear a peep. The lobby was gorgeously decorated, and there is memorabilia and interesting stuff to see in every nook, crannie and hallway.
I would give this place 6 stars if I could. We will be back!
- Extremely friendly and helpful staff!
The Genetti is a charming historical place to stay with charm and modern amenities. Cannot say enough about the staff, they were extremely friendly and helpful! Pet friendly.. The breakfast was excellent with a nice variety of hot dishes. Love the history of the hotel.
- All work and some play. . .
I had the great privaledge of staying at the Genetti for two weeks during may. I was brought to the Genetti due to thier in house meeting rooms. There was a conference held there on breast feeding, and being a R.N. my company made it mandatory to attend.
Although my work kept me busy most of my stay, i was completely blown away by the genuine hospitality and historic atmosphere that the hotel had to offer. Also, although i had arrived late to the hotel due to a flight delay, a gentleman named Matthew who was working the front desk was very informative. He had even noticed that i was pretty jet lagged and he upgraded me from a traditional room to a suite without me even having to inquire! I look forward to the next time my work brings me to Williamsport hoping for the chance to spend some more time at this beautiful hotel!
- Old World Elegance!
Traveling with my group of Swedish tourists. All I can say is that the hotel went out of their way to make our stay wonderful. I loved the old architecture and design. A sense of the past without being heavy.
We were greeted with red and white wine. Baggage was handled quickly and check-in was easy. The management was ready to give out advice on restaurants and directions. All of the staff greeted us with a smile and a warm welcome.
My room was upgraded to a suite with a large sitting room and huge bedroom room a wonderful comfortable beds filled with lots of pillows. Bathroom was lovely with extra towels and a huge bathroom mirror. Felt like I was in movie set! Just wonderful, sorry I could not stay and another day. But I highly recommend the hotel for NOT being your typical boring tourist place. Thanks The breakfast was fit for a king or Queen with almost too many selections to choose from eggs to bacon pancakes, waffles, cereals..
- Had a Grand, Old, Time! Genetti Hotel and Conference Center!
I attended a conference in Williamsport recently in this hotel, and stayed 2 nights. It immediately reminded me of the Hotel Bethlehem, similar construction, interior features, and era.
Apparently built in 1922. Everything was great. Our conference dinner was excellent, steak and shrimp, and the service was very attentive and efficient.
The room was as expected, unique, but the furnishings were new, the king sized bed, flat screen, desk work area and heating and cooling. I slept very well.
While the bar was not open Sunday on arrival, I did stop there the next night and it was also very good, with a good selection of drinks and wonderful bartender.
All in all, this was a nice reminder of "grand olde tymes" and the classy era of days gone by.
Cheers to the Genetti Hotel and Genetti Family for keeping the tradition alive...
- Event & Overnight Stay. . .
Our company held a training in the Terrace room of this hotel. What makes Genetti a great place is the staff -- very, very helpful, friendly, and willing to please with any detail we asked.
Our overnight room was beautiful, quiet, and clean. The breakfast was exceptional! If the hotel wants to host more conferences, it would do best to get blinds that cover the windows, a blind to cover the mirrors at the front, and better audiovisual equipment, speakers, and chords. We will be back however, mainly because we bring our own equipment and because of the exceptional service we received! Casey and Eric were terrific, as well as the banquet set-up person (Sharon?) Eddie at the front desk was very pleasant too!
- Event & Stay!
The Genetti is an old beautiful and well kept hotel. We love the charm and the modern amenities, they are a great mix at the hotel.
We host a Pin Trading Room every year at the Genetti Hotel. The staff is always excellent and very helpful. It is like going to see old friends every year not a hotel stay!
I was there in April for a meeting and the staff was as helpful and accommodating as when we are there for the LLWS.
- Business Travel . . .
This historic hotel is my preferred place to stay in Williamsport. Rates are reasonable and include one of the best buffet breakfasts that I have had in my years of travel. They have a very good restaurant and pub and what I also like is the ability to walk outside and experience other dining alternatives in this neat little town. I see other reviews and many of them say how great the staff is and it is true. They are exceptional and well-trained, friendly and knowledgeable.
- Perfect Accommodations & Staff . . .
It would be impossible to have had a better stay at the Genetti Hotel. We were in town overnight for a funeral, with arrangements made at the last minute. The staff at the hotel, from the reservations assistant on the phone to the registration desk people, to the staff in the hotel, were accommodating and friendly. The room was amazingly beautiful, clean, comfortable, and quiet. It's an historic hotel with modern amenities. The breakfast buffet was delicious and full of comfort foods. I truly appreciate the care this hotel and staff provided during our stay.Room Tip: I think any room in this hotel would be comfortable.


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May the 4th be with them -- filmmakers officially announced the cast for the next "Star Wars" film on April 29, 2014, and it includes newcomers and returning stars alike.
The movie will open in theaters on Dec. 18, 2015.
Keep clicking to see who will star in "Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens."
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Adam Driver (Kylo Ren), seen here attending the "Ballet 422" premiere during the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival, is one of the new actors joining the "Star Wars" franchise for "Episode VII." Driver is best known for his role on the HBO series "Girls," and has also appeared in the films "Lincoln" and "Inside Llewyn Davis."
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Oscar Isaac (Poe Dameron), seen here in a 2013 photo, earned a Golden Globe nomination for playing a '60s folk singer in the Coen Brothers' film, "Inside Llewyn Davis." He's also appeared in "The Bourne Legacy," "Sucker Punch" and "Drive."
At the Star Wars Celebration in April 2015, Isaac described his character as "the best freakin' pilot in the galaxy," who is sent on a mission "by a certain princess."
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Andy Serkis (Supreme Leader Snoke), seen here attending at WonderCon Anaheim in April 2014, has had roles in "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" and its sequel, "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes" as Caesar. He's also played Gollum in all of the "Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" films. Other credits include "Sex & Drugs & Rock 'n' Roll," "The Prestige," and "Topsy-Turvy."
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Daisy Ridley (Rey) is a British actress who has made appearances on the TV series "Mr. Selfridge," "Silent Witness" and "Youngers."
At Star Wars Celebration in April 2015, Ridley described her character as a self-sufficient scavenger on the desert planet Jakku, who meets Finn (Boyega). "And their adventure begins."
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Max von Sydow, seen here arriving at the 84th Academy Awards in 2012, has appeared in films like "Minority Report," "The Exorcist," "Shutter Island" and on the TV series "The Tudors."
Though the veteran actor's role has not been confirmed, rumors have swirled that he plays the notorious bounty hunter Boba Fett, who was believed to have died in "Return of the Jedi." The plot thickens...
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Domhnall Gleeson (General Hux), seen here attending the 51st New York Film Festival, starred in the 2013 film "About Time." He also played Bill Weasley in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Parts 1 and 2" and had other roles in "True Grit" and "Never Let Me Go."
At the 2015 Comic-Con International in San Diego, Gleeson revealed, perhaps inadvertently, that his character was commander of the Starkiller Base - headquarters of the First Order.
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John Boyega (Finn), seen here in London on April 8, 2014, starred in the 2011 thriller, "Attack the Block," and appeared in "Half of a Yellow Sun," "Imperial Dreams," "Law & Order: U.K.," and the upcoming "24: Live Another Day."
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Lupita Nyong'o (Maz Kanata) is best known for her breakout role in "12 Years a Slave," which earned her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Her other credits include "Non-Stop" and the upcoming "The Jungle Book."
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Actress Gwendoline Christie (Captain Phasma) plays Brienne of Tarth on the HBO drama, "Game of Thrones," and will also be seen in "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2."
Crystal Clarke, an American actress studying in Glasgow, Scotland, was announced as part of the "Episode VII" cast on July 6, 2014. She came to the attention of Disney and Lucasfilm following open casting calls in 11 cities in the U.S. and U.K. in 2013.
Clarke, who has both stage and screen experience, will also be seen in the film "The Moon and the Sun," set to be released in 2015.
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Like Crystal Clarke, British actor Pip Andersen was found at the open casting calls and announced as part of the "Star Wars: Episode VII" cast on July 6, 2014. Anderson is also a parkour pro who recently displayed his skills in a Spider-Man ad for Sony.
The primary stars of the original "Star Wars" saga will be returning for "Episode VII," including Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker), Carrie Fisher (Princess Leia) and Harrison Ford (Han Solo).
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Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in the "Star Wars" films.
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After wielding a lightsaber as Luke Skywalker, Mark Hamill (seen here at a "Return of the Jedi" screening in May 2013) gained a reputation as a prolific voice actor. He was the voice of the Joker in "Batman: The Animated Series" in the 1990s and also the voice of the Hobgoblin in "Spider-Man: The Animated Series." Recently, he also had a role in the 2012 film "Sushi Girl," starring Brittany Murphy.
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Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" films.
Carrie Fisher (seen here at the Venice Film Festival in August 2013) has also appeared in films including "When Harry Met Sally," "Hannah and Her Sisters," and - as "Carrie Fisher" - the David Cronenberg film, "Maps to the Stars." She's also appeared on the TV shows "The Big Bang Theory," "Entourage" and "30 Rock."
She's received two Emmy nominations, including for her 2010 documentary, "Wishful Drinking."
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Harrison Ford as Han Solo in the "Star Wars" films.
In addition to playing Han Solo, Harrison Ford (seen here attending the Oscars in March 2014) is also known for cracking a whip and sporting a fedora in the Indiana Jones films. He earned a Best Actor Oscar nomination for "Witness," and has also starred in "Blade Runner," "Working Girl," "The Mosquito Coast," "The Fugitive," "Air Force One," "42," and "Ender's Game."
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Han Solo (Harrison Ford) and Chewbacca (Peter Mayhew) in "Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens."
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Chewbacca (Peter Mayhew) as seen in the "Star Wars" films.
Actor Peter Mayhew, seen here arriving to St. Jude's 30th anniversary screening of "The Empire Strikes Back" in Los Angeles in 2010, played Chewbacca in the "Star Wars" films. The British actor, who stands 7-feet, 3-inches tall, became an American citizen in 2005 and now lives in Texas.
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Peter Mayhew in his Chewbacca costume on the set of "The Force Awakens."
Like Luke, Leia, Han Solo and Chewbacca, R2-D2 and C-3PO will be also be returning for "Star Wars: Episode VII," filmmakers said.
British actor Anthony Daniels, seen here during a 2008 press conference in Brussels, is famous for playing the film franchise's protocol droid, C-3PO.
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"Star Wars" actor Kenny Baker signs autographs during the opening day of "Star Wars Celabration IV" in Los Angeles May 24, 2007. He'll be returning for "Star Wars: Episode VII," reprising his role as the astromech droid R2-D2.
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Davis, who played Wicket the Ewok in "Return of The Jedi", was revealed to be in Episode VII on October 16, 2014.
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Actors Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford appear at the Hall H Panel for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" during Comic-Con International 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center, July 10, 2015. This is the first public appearance for Ford since he was injured while crash-landing his World War II-era single-engine plane on a golf course in Venice, Calif., last March
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From left: Actors Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford at the Hall H Panel for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" during Comic-Con International 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center on July 10, 2015 in San Diego, California.
Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker) and Harrison Ford (Han Solo) appear at "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" presentation during Comic-Con International 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center on July 10, 2015.
Actors Adam Driver, Domhnall Gleeson and Gwendoline Christie (representing the Dark Side) appear at the Hall H Panel for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" during Comic-Con International 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center on July 10, 2015 in San Diego, California.
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Actors John Boyega and Daisy Ridley at the panel for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" during Comic-Con International 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center on July 10, 2015 in San Diego, California.
Actress Daisy Ridley arrives at the panel for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" during Comic-Con International 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center on July 10, 2015 in San Diego, California.
Actor Oscar Isaac appears at the panel for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" during Comic-Con International 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center on July 10, 2015 in San Diego, California.
Writer-actor Simon Pegg ("Shaun of the Dead," The World's End"), played Scotty in J.J. Abrams' reboot of "Star Trek." He managed to work out a cameo appearance for himself in "The Force Awakens."
"Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens" will be released on Dec. 18, 2015.


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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Worn thin from wearing too many hats at work?
Turns out all of that on-the-job juggling can yield career and even personal benefits, not just stress and burnout, according to new research by a University of Illinois business professor.
"Contrary to what people commonly think, having a complex work identity and a lot of different roles can actually be a resource for people and doesn't just lead to exhaustion and depletion," said Brianna Barker Caza, a U. of I. business administration professor.
Among other things, multiple duties translate into broader knowledge and skills, making those workers more well-rounded and better able to steer through times of trouble, said Caza, who co-wrote an article about the research with University of Auckland business and economics professor Marie Wilson.
Toggling among varied chores day in and day out assembles a bigger bag of problem-solving tools for multi-tasking workers, whether it's a nurse who also manages other caregivers or an engineer who also sells and markets property, Caza said.
"When you've been trained in a certain way of doing things, they kind of become ingrained and you're able to respond almost automatically when adversity or turbulent situations arise," she said.
Workers with multiple duties also have regular contact with a broader network of colleagues, who can then be called on for advice or even emotional support, Caza said. And balancing different jobs enhances negotiating skills that come in handy on the job or off.
"They actually gain social skills because they play this negotiator role as they deal with competing demands at work," she said. "So they can use that in their personal lives as well if they have families that don't get along or when they're buying cars."
Organizations also benefit, Caza says. Workers who embrace multiple roles also are generally team players who go above and beyond expectations, whether on assignments or by taking on extra duties such as mentoring new hires.
Caza says multiple duties have become the rule rather than the exception as U.S. workplaces steadily veered away from the assembly-line approach of the mid-20th century.
But some workers still balk at the change, bemoaning overload and burnout rather than recognizing the benefits of multi-tasking, Caza said.
"Psychological research has repeatedly shown that in people's minds, bad is always stronger than good. As a result, we tend to think more about the bad things and they tend to be more predominant.
"But people should think of these multiple roles not as a strain but as a resource," she said. "There's a payoff because it can make you more confident in times of adversity. You'll have a broader array of skills to call on at work and in your personal life. And, if you go into the job market, you'll have more skills and abilities that will make you attractive to prospective employers."
The research, based on surveys and interviews with workers in health care and a variety of other professions, will be published next year in "Exploring Positive Identities and Organizations," an edited volume dedicated to understanding the impact of identity in modern organizations.
"Our conclusion is basically that individuals shouldn't be afraid of having a very complex work identity and taking on multiple roles," Caza said. "It has the potential of making their job easier in the long run and they may experience increased professional and psychological health that will in turn benefit their well-being."
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Selfies are something new to me, but as I have become increasingly addicted to Instagram, I have been accused of posting too many of them. I was called out on the "Today" show, and have even been called the selfie king.
Maybe this is so, but only because I've learned that the selfie is one of the most popular ways to post — and garner the most likes from followers. The likes spin out of control for selfies of me and my two handsome brothers, especially Dave, the other actor, whose image pulls in its own legion of teenage fans.
I can see which posts don't get attention or make me lose followers: those with photos of art projects; videos telling the haters to go away (in not so many words); and photos with poems. (Warning: Post your own, and you'll see how fast people become poetry specialists and offer critiques like "I hate you, you should die.")
But a well-stocked collection of selfies seems to get attention. And attention seems to be the name of the game when it comes to social networking. In this age of too much information at a click of a button, the power to attract viewers amid the sea of things to read and watch is power indeed. It's what the movie studios want for their products, it's what professional writers want for their work, it's what newspapers want — hell, it's what everyone wants: attention. Attention is power. And if you are someone people are interested in, then the selfie provides something very powerful, from the most privileged perspective possible.
We speak of the celebrity selfie, which is its own special thing. It has value regardless of the photo's quality, because it is ostensibly an intimate shot of someone whom the public is curious about. It is the prize shot that the paparazzi would kill for, because they would make good money; it is the shot that the magazines and blogs want, because it will get the readers close to the subject.
And the celebrity selfie is not only a private portrait of a star, but one also usually composed and taken by said star — a double whammy. Look at Justin Bieber's Instagram account (the reigning king of Instagram?), and you will find mostly selfies. Look at other accounts with millions of followers — like that of Taylor Swift or Ashley Benson (of the TV show "Pretty Little Liars") — and you'll find backstage selfies, selfies with friends, selfies with pets.
These stars know the power of their image, and how it is enhanced when garnished with privileged material — anything that says, "Here is a bit of my private life."
I've found that Instagram works much like the movie business: You're safe if you trade "one for them" with "one for yourself," meaning for every photo of a book, painting or poem, I try to post a selfie with a puppy, a topless selfie or a selfie with Seth Rogen, because these are all things that are generally liked.
Now, while the celebrity selfie is most powerful as a pseudo-personal moment, the noncelebrity selfie is a chance for subjects to glam it up, to show off a special side of themselves — dressing up for a special occasion, or not dressing, which is a kind of preening that says, "There is something important about me that clothes hide, and I don't want to hide."
Of course, the self-portrait is an easy target for charges of self-involvement, but, in a visual culture, the selfie quickly and easily shows, not tells, how you're feeling, where you are, what you're doing.
And, as our social lives become more electronic, we become more adept at interpreting social media. A texting conversation might fall short of communicating how you are feeling, but a selfie might make everything clear in an instant. Selfies are tools of communication more than marks of vanity (but yes, they can be a little vain).
We all have different reasons for posting them, but, in the end, selfies are avatars: Mini-Me's that we send out to give others a sense of who we are.
I am actually turned off when I look at an account and don't see any selfies, because I want to know whom I'm dealing with. In our age of social networking, the selfie is the new way to look someone right in the eye and say, "Hello, this is me."


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With Opening Day a Week Away, Ozzie Says: "I'm Glad With What I Have"
The truth is that spring training records mean little. Of course any time they're keeping score you want to win, but getting the regulars ready for the season and the liberal use of secondary players and youngsters to see what they can do is the main purpose. And there is really no proof that a winning record in Arizona or Florida will mean a winning season or vice versa. For the record, the Sox went 14-18 in the spring of 2005.
The Sox brass is reportedly meeting today to make decisions on the 25-man roster. The big issue appears to be whether or not they keep 12 or 13 pitchers or an extra infielder. It seems like Sergio Santos would be the 12th pitcher with Greg Aquino and Dan Hudson vying for the 13th spot. If 13 hurlers go north, it could spell the end of Jayson Nix in a Sox uniform since he's out of options.
Sox notes of note: Despite yesterday's two losses, there were some bright spots. In the 10-8 loss to the Royals at Camelback Ranch, Mark Teahen continued his resurgence. He went 2 for 4 with an RBI, lifting his spring average to .277…Scott Linebrink, Matt Thornton and J.J. Putz each pitched a scoreless inning against K.C….The Sox were blanked 5-0 by the Rangers in Surprise, but Paul Konerko's two hits brought his spring average to .327 and Gavin Floyd gave up only a pair of runs with six strikeouts in six innings of work…John Danks makes the start tonight at home against the Angels.


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Is it "so long" to the Internet video jukebox we've all come to know, love, and rely upon?
Viacom hopes so, as a federal appeals court has revived a $1 billion lawsuit the media company levied against YouTube five years ago, according to The Associated Press.
Viacom alleged that YouTube knew it was infringing rights when it allowed users to upload copyrighted content like television shows, according to reports.
YouTube has signed agreements with many companies to share content, such as movies from Viacom's own Paramount Pictures.
Other parties like the England-based Football Association joined in on the suit. Official clips of FA action are one thing; user-uploaded content, however, break the FA's rules, it claims.
Google, which bought YouTube for $1.76 billion in 2006, hopes that the 1998 Digital Millennium Copyright Act shields companies from such broad claims.
The panel of judges at the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New York City ruled that a jury might agree with Viacom, but YouTube nonetheless hailed the mixed ruling as a victory, according to the report.
A lower court ruled that the Digital Millennium Copyright Act holds a party like YouTube responsible for copyright infringement only when it knows of a violation. The Web site's policy of removing copyrighted content following receipt of a complaint may shield it from liability.
Yet there are recorded instances of YouTube choosing to delay removing clips, or being aware that copyrighted content is online and not making a move until a complaint.


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