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200 Independence Avenue, S.W. - Washington, D.C. 20201
Policies & Laws
State and local lawmakers have taken action to prevent bullying and protect children. Through laws (in their state education codes and elsewhere) and model policies (that provide guidance to districts and schools), each state addresses bullying differently. Find out how your state refers to bullying in its laws and what they require on part of schools and districts.
Bullying, cyberbullying, and related behaviors may be addressed in a single law or may be addressed in multiple laws. In some cases, bullying appears in the criminal code of a state that may apply to juveniles.
In December 2010, the U.S. Department of Education reviewed state laws and identified 11 key components common among many of those laws.
Click on your state below to find out more about your state's anti-bullying laws and policies and which of the key components they contain.
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There is no federal law that specifically applies to bullying. In some cases, when bullying is based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or religion*, bullying overlaps with harassment and schools are legally obligated to address it. Read more about when bullying overlaps with harassment and how to report it to the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights and then U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division.


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Automotive Tech Guide
Moving In and Out
Moving In and Out
GPS devices are designed with navigation in mind, bringing you from point A to B with no fuss and frills, leaving you free to focus on the roads instead of plotting the most viable route as you drive. But a successful GPS device is one that goes beyond route plotting. Satellite locking speeds, accuracy of maps, ease of user interface and speed of rerouting, these are just a few criteria that one should look out for in choosing a worth GPS device. With that said, we take on another personal navigation device and to be exact, the Mio C320b 4.3" Car Navigation System for a ride.
Joy Ride
As with most navigation devices, the C320b comes with accessories such as an in-car charger, a car holder, an AC charger and a USB cable to connect the C320b to your PC to update the maps. The car holder has flexibility spelled all over it, allowing you to adjust both the vertical and horizontal axis to attune the device to the optimum viewing position.
The C320b comes with a 4.3" touchscreen display at QVGA resolution of up to 480 x 272 pixels. Sunlight glare is not an issue here as we were able to view the interface clearly and easily on the generous 4.3" screen, even on brightly lit days. The issue was with the touchscreen sensitivity. At times, we mistyped a few letters on the full QWERTY keyboard, due in part to the closeness of each letter and the lag we experienced after a specific letter was entered.
Speed Demon
The core focus of a GPS device, as we have mentioned numerous times, is the speed of its GPS chipset, and its map accuracy. The C320b is powered by a SiRF GPS III module with up to 20 channels, and in our tests, satellite lock was fast even on a cloudy day, taking no more than 30 seconds to lock and calculate the route with its 400MHz processor. This definitely scored well in the speed tests, and thus we move on to map accuracy.
Out of the box, the 320b is bundled with the latest Tele Atlas maps, and as we navigated through the island, the voice navigation was prompt and accurate. Through certain smaller roads, we found ourselves entirely dependent on the voice navigation, which should have been the case since the eyes should be on the roads anyway.
With regards to spot-on location tagging, the C320b managed to give us an accurate location detection, thus directions and prompts were adequately well-timed for those last minute detours. When it comes to rerouting, the C320b manages to catch on to a detour and gives you the next optimal route in less than 2 seconds.
Beyond all the routing fanfare, the C320b also comes with the standard points of interest (POI) that's fixed to your locality. Performing a search on the C320b doesn't take much effort either, though you'll have to take care to be specific with your search terms to avoid having too many search results. Beyond the navigation aspects, the C320b also comes with a SD card slot and is a multimedia player too, which is only pertinent when you aren't using the C320b for navigation purposes.
The Finishing Line
There is a question that should be addressed, with regards to the practicality of stand-alone GPS devices. We've seen a slew of mobile phones that comes with integrated GPS chipsets and aided by A-GPS, giving a navigation experience close to what one gets with stand-alone devices. But ultimately, at the end of the day, there is something to be said for a dedicated device. So if you are willing to fork out S$399 for the Mio 4.3" Car Navigation System, you'll be getting the speed of satellite lock and maps accuracy that is part and parcel of a specialized navigation device.

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Mid heels, block heels and sky-high styles. These women's heels really elevate every look.
What does Sole Society offer in terms of women's heels?
Whether they're sky high or kitten, at Sole Society, our shelves are always stocked with fun, stylish, and versatile women's heels. We're continually searching for the latest trends in fashion. We partner with some of the best names in the business and hand select a few of our favorite products to feature in our shop. From high-end names to everyday designers you know and love, our collection of high heels is as vast as it is stylish. A few of our most popular style are: Mule heels, High heels, Mid heels, Kitten heels, Heeled booties, Pumps, Block heels, Strappy heels, and more.
Not only do we bring our favorite fashion finds from other designers in our shop, but we also create our signature line of women's heels. Every pair of heels that we produce are designed with the latest trends in mind. We take inspiration from the latest fashions and infuse them into pairs of quality crafted beautiful heels.
How are women's heels supposed to fit?
Heels that don't fit right can cause a day full of uncomfortable wear. If your feet don't feel right in a pair of heels, it shows in more than just your appearance. While finding the right pair of heels may be tricky, there are a few things to keep in mind when shopping, so you always have a comfortable fit.
When shopping for heels online, it can be a little bit harder to find the right pair. To help you get the closest and most accurate fit, make sure to get your feet measured. You may think that you are only one size, but getting your feet measured will let you know precisely what size shoe to buy. It will even help you determine the range of shoe sizes that will fit you the best.
When buying heels, it's important to feel for any pinching when wearing the shoe. If there's excessive pinching at your toes, this could mean that they are slightly too small. If you struggle at all to get the heels on, this is a big red flag that they are too small. If you get into the shoes too easily, this could mean they are too big, which can cause pain in your arch.
At Sole Society, we've created a sizing and fit guide for each pair of heels we offer to help you find the right size. Look for width, height, and fitting notes in the product description on the page of the heels you have your eyes set on.
How high should a women's heel be?
There's no limit to how high your heels should be. Heels are a statement piece that can add sophistication, fun, and flare to just about any outfit.
For day-long wear at the office, try sticking to mid heels. They will give you sophistication without needing to give your feet breaks throughout a long day at work. For a night out, have fun in a pair of pumps. Pumps will give your outfit an added boost and trick people into thinking your heels are higher than they are. For days when you want to make a statement, the higher, the better. Vibrant stilettos can completely transform your outfit from cute to captivating.
What materials are the heels made of?
At Sole Society, we take pride in our offering, which is why you'll only find women's heels made with high-quality materials. Using materials like suede, leather, and haircalf, we craft every pair of heels in our collection to last for years on end. Our women's heels are designed to keep up with your busy lifestyle. Crafted with care, they'll give you day long comfort and years of long-lasting wear.
How do you take care of women's heels?
Caring for your new pair of heels is crucial for their lifespan. When you have the right products in your arsenal, you can keep your heels looking brand new for years. For leather heels, we recommend a leather conditioner and water-resistant spray. These products will keep the leather protected from the elements and ensure prevention of natural aging.
With suede and haircalf heels, using a suede brush will help keep the fibers soft and clean. A few brushes after a day of wear will keep the fibers from matting, keeping the shoes looking their best at all times.
What can you wear heels with?
Women's heels can add an air of sophistication to just about any outfit. Dress up your favorite pair of blue jeans with a pair of leather strappy heels for casual elegance that will last all day long. Heels in the office place can give you more than just a sophisticated look. In the right pair of heels, you can gain a sense of confidence that will help you nail that presentation with ease. No matter where you're going, in the right pair of heels, you can get there in effortless style.


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:01 and NYCC
You can tell that :01 and NYCC are a match made in heaven because our names are both made of abbreviations! That's how heavenly match-making works, right?
First Second's got quite a number of things going on at this convention.
First: we're exhibiting! Stop by; we're at booth 2314. We will do our best to be sociable and also have many excellent books to show off.
Second: authors! It turns out that there are actual people who write and illustrate our books (this came as a shock to us all; we found out early last week) and that sometimes they are in town and can be convinced to sign their books. Thus: autographing schedule!
3:00 – Jessica Abel (Drawing Words and Writing Pictures)
11:00 – Susan Kim, Laurence Klavan, and Pascal Dizin (City of Spies)
12:00 – George O'Connor (Zeus: King of the Gods; Athena: Grey-Eyed Goddess)
1:00 – Mike Cavallaro (Foiled)
10:00 – Matt Madden (Drawing Words and Writing Pictures)
12:00 – Jane Yolen (Foiled)
1:00 – Tracy White (How I Made It to Eighteen)
2:00 – Faith Erin Hicks, Susan Kim, Laurence Klavan (Brain Camp)
3:00 – Carla Jablonski (Resistance)
4:00 – Andrew Arnold (Adventures in Cartooning)
Third: talking in public (also known as panels). People do it! Many of them are our authors and illustrators! Some of them even show images! It's a whole exciting thing.
Building a World in Comics
Room 1A22
When you open a comic, a world appears on the page in front of you. What goes into creating this world on the part of the writer, and on the part of the artist? Is the process different between fiction and nonfiction? And what pieces do you need to add to that world to make it come alive on the page?
With Mike Cavallaro, George O'Connor, Susan Kim, and Laurence Klavan, moderated byTucker Stone
A Day in the Studio
Room 1A24
What does creating comics look like on a day-to-day basis? Join four comics creators to see pictures of their studios, a discussion of their process, and the ins and outs, ups and downs, of making a living in comics.
With Jane Yolen, Dave Roman, Tracy White, and Matt Madden moderated by Brian Heater
Wild, Wacky, and Zany Comics Adventures
Variant Stage/Kids Day
Adventure! Excitement! Fun times! Step up for adventure as talented cartoonists take the stage to tell their own stories in comics format – and yours!
With Andrew Arnold, Faith Erin Hicks, and Dave Roman
Comics Storytelling
Room 1A17
How are comics different from prose books, from picture books and screenplays and illustration? What makes a story something that should be told in the comics format? Four cartoonists talk about their inspiration to work in the comics medium and how panels and speech balloons come together to make great storytelling.
With Faith Erin Hicks, Carla Jablonski, Tracy White, and Jane Yolen, moderated by Margaret Maloney
And Jessica Abel's on an panel for educators on Friday at four; if you are an educator, you should go to that as well. With Jessica involved, it is bound to be interesting!
We're looking forward to seeing you there.


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Hotels in Singapore
Find a place to stay
Top neighbourhoods in Singapore
Top landmarks in Singapore
Find out more about Singapore
Singapore's city centre, which is primarily comprised of the area known as the Downtown Core, is the economic and commercial hearth of this thriving city-state. The area encompasses much of the Singapore River Mouth, and includes many significant sites like Raffles Place, key government structures and a host of iconic skyscraper buildings. Intriguing elements of the old harbour are also still on show near the mouth of the Singapore River.This area is regarded as the heart of the city-state, so tourism is big business here. As a result, visitors will find a host of luxurious, mid-range and inexpensive accommodation options to choose from. The precincts around Chinatown, the riverfront quays and Marina Bay are home to fantastic shopping, dining and entertainment venues, so visitors can always find something to do. Sights nearby
The City Centre offers many exciting attractions for a fun-filled holiday. Luckily for tourists, there are dozens of comfortable hotels that cater for a range of tastes and needs, located in the immediate area.
- National Museum of SingaporeThis interesting museum, found inside a Neo-Palladian-styled structure, has been in operation since 1849. Today, its intriguing blend of modern and traditional architecture welcomes thousands of visitors each week, who come to explore the fascinating artefacts on display. Renowned sculptures and portraits, including creations from William Farquhar, and historical items, like the Singapore Stone, await visitors. The museum sits adjacent to Fort Canning Park, along Stamford Road.
There are so many places to shop in the City Centre of Singapore. Orchard Road is the main haven for shopaholics, yet there are several other interesting places to explore, including Suntec City, Raffles City, Millenia Walk and Central Clarke Quay. Most of these complexes have an excellent report when it comes to dining too, but the quays along Singapore River (Robertson, Clarke and Boat) boast an unrivalled list of restaurants and cafés. The Chinatown area is also home to several hawker venues and traditional restaurants worth checking out. If visitors want an unprecedented dining or socialising experience, they should visit one of the luxurious downtown hotels, such as Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore or Peninsula Excelsior Hotel.Public transport
There are several public transport options that provide access to and from Singapore's central area. Both Raffles Place and Clarke Quay have MRT stations, while Dhoby Ghaut and City Hall stations are the most convenient gateways into the northern reaches of the City Centre. There are light rail connections too, and the bus network throughout the downtown core is not only inexpensive, but relatively convenient. Of course, tourists can also opt for river cruises to explore Marina Bay and the Singapore River.


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Chinese military hackers were 'noisy'
- Outed hacking group one of 20 active spy rings
- Disclosure adds to intelligence sharing
- Bad guys already shifting to more evasive tactics
SEATTLE -- The Chinese military hacking group accused of stealing huge amounts of data from U.S. organizations is one of some 20 active cyberspying groups engaging in comparable data theft and espionage, according to U.S. security companies.
The elite cyberspying rings conduct attacks referred to as Advanced Persistent Threats. They quietly penetrate corporate and government networks, often luring employees using tainted e-mail or social media ruses. Then they stealthily gain deeper access to steal data over months and years.
The community of Western tech security companies and government security agencies have been tracking these APT groups for at least the past decade.
Cyber-forensics firm Mandiant shook things up Monday by disclosing that an APT group operating in a 12-story office tower in Shanghai is responsible for breaching 115 companies and organizations in the U.S. since at least 2006.
Mandiant refers to the gang as Unit 61398 of China's People's Liberation Army.
Adam Vincent, CEO of cyber-intelligence start-up Cyber Squared, says Unit 61398 appears to be the cyber ring known as the "Comment Group" that has been extensively tracked by the security community for some time.
"This is just one of 20 known APT groups that range in size and maturity," says Vincent. "Some have been around longer than others, and they range in size and maturity. Comment Group is by far the most well understood in the community, but there are lots of other bad ones."
Mandiant's detailed disclosure was unusual because security vendors usually jealously guard specifics about what they find, to avoid embarrassing their corporate clients.
But that silence has played right into the hands of data thieves and cyberspies looking to steal intellectual property and attain strategic intelligence for military advantage.
The problem has grown so large that Congress spent the past two years attempting to pass cybersecurity legislation aimed primarily at fostering intelligence sharing to reduce the risk of cyberattacks that could cripple the U.S. infrastructure. Last week, a frustrated President Obama issued an executive order for the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish a framework for such sharing.
Stealthier attacks are being waged by other nations besides China to penetrate telecommunications, banking and power systems, and to rob national wealth, says Alan Paller, research director of security think tank The SANS Institute.
"The number of bad actors is spread among nations, terrorists, anarchists and criminals," Paller says. "Their identity is not as important as what we do to defend our systems – because they usually exploit the same weaknesses."
Paller says all companies and agencies that might be targeted for attack should study Raising the Bar for Cybersecurity, a white paper from the Center for Strategic International Studies issued in support of President Obama's executive order.
In this environment, Cyber Squared, like Mandiant, has been releasing details about the patterns and behaviors of active APT groups. Vincent says at least six separate Chinese based cyberspying operations are likely responsible for targeting U.S., U.K., Australian, Canadian, Korean and Philippine media organizations, newspapers, wire outlets and their affiliates.
As APT groups go, the Comment Group was comparatively noisy, meaning they generally did not cover their tracks very meticulously, Vincent says.
"This is sort of like telling a crime syndicate about all of your evidence before you arrest them," Vincent says. "Obviously, this will help convict them right now if that was possible. More likely, they will begin covering their tracks and change everything they do going forward. "
The more advanced APT groups are using cutting-edge techniques that security companies are just learning about, says John Prisco, CEO of security start-up Triumfant.
"The Chinese are just getting started," says Prisco. "We have all become familiar with the term Advanced Persistent Threat. Get ready to know more about what we're calling the Advanced Volatile Threat. This new type of attack is the equivalent of a drive by shooting."


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I am confused by the usage of 圏外 in this sentence. My translation would be:
I was named after a popular idol, Takuya, who was at the top of popularity rankings, outside the top 10.
The fact that the idol was outside the top ten most popular idols is strange given that he already said "at the top". I would understand if there was a "but", as in "at the top, but not in the top 10". The way it is currently, it seems like "outside top ten" is somehow reinforcing the "at the top" part, which doesn't make sense logically.
Clarification: This sentence is part of an explanation about self introductions and にあやかって means 'named after' in this context.


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Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Krusinski, who is the Air Force's chief of sexual assault prevention, was arrested early Sunday morning for allegedly drunkenly sexually assaulting a woman in a parking lot. NBC's Jim Miklaszewski reports.
The Air Force official in charge of its sexual-assault prevention program was arrested for groping, authorities said Monday.
Lt. Col. Jeff Krusinski, 41, was removed from his position as head of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office pending an investigation, the Air Force said.
The incident happened just after midnight Sunday when a drunken Krusinski allegedly approached the woman in a parking lot in Arlington, Va., and grabbed her breasts and buttocks, according to a police report.
Police said the woman fought off her assailant and scratches can be seen on Krusinski's face in his mug shot. He was charged with sexual battery.
The charges are "deeply troubling," Air Force Chief of Staff General Mark Welsh said Tuesday. The Air Force has requested jurisdiction in the case, which is standard practice.
Krusinski didn't show up for work Monday and would not talk to colleagues about the incident, a senior defense official said.
Arlington County PD
Mug shot of Air Force Lt. Col. Jeff Krusinski, who headed the service's sexual-abuse prevention office until he was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in Virginia over the weekend.
"He has been removed," Lt. Col. Laurel Tingley said of Krusinski, who had been in charge of the sexual-assault unit for about two months.
His arrest comes as the U.S. military grapples with sexual assault in its ranks. The Air Force recently came under fire when a commander reversed a guilty verdict in a sexual assault case.
Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel expressed his "outrage and disgust" to Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley Monday night after learning about the allegations against Krusinski. Hagel "emphasized that this matter will be dealt with swiftly and decisively," a Pentagon statement said.
"This is absolutely infuriating," said Greg Jacob, policy director at the Service Women's Action Network. "Clearly the business-as-usual manner in which the military handles sexual assault cases has led to a climate where the very officers in charge of preventing this criminal activity feel that sexual assault is acceptable behavior.
"The military has proven time and again that the current system of prosecuting these cases is broken," he said.
The Pentagon will release its annual report on sexual assaults in the military on Tuesday afternoon, which shows an increase in reported assaults in fiscal year 2012 — up from 3,192 a year before. Furthermore, the number of people who made an anonymous claim that they were sexually assaulted but never reported the attack skyrocketed from 19,000 in FY11 to 26,000 in FY12.
U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., a member of the Armed Services Committee, said the allegations were "extremely disturbing."
"It is clear that the status quo regarding sexual assaults in the military is simply unacceptable. Next week I am going to take this issue head on by introducing a set of common sense reforms," she said in a statement.
"We have to reform how the military handles sexual assault cases and take on the culture that perpetuates this kind of behavior."
NBC News' Michael Isikoff contributed to this report
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The Da Vinci Disappearance
ACB: Da Vinci Disappearance releases next week – now with trailer
Ubisoft's confirmed this evening it'll launch The Da Vinci Disappearance for Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood next week. The pack, which will feature new single-player elements as well as a new map, four new characters and two new game modes on the multiplayer side, releases on March 8 for Xbox Live and March 9 for PSN.There's a […]
The Da Vinci Disappearance headlines
Ubisoft announces AC: Brotherhood: Da Vinci Edition
Ubisoft's announced the Da Vinci Edition of Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood.
New AC: Brotherhood DLC to find Da Vinci in March
Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood's next DLC pack, The Da Vinci Disappearance, is to add new campaign elements, a new multiplayer map, new characters and more.


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With Patch 3.0.2, hunter pets have been simplified and streamlined very much.
Significant changes are:
- There is no longer a need to learn pet skills and teach them to pets. There are no training points. All pets know all skills for their family and level, and learn as they level.
- There are three classes of pet, tenacity, ferocity, and cunning, corresponding roughly to tanking, dps, and PvP. All pet families within a class share a stat build and pet talent tree. (Hunter Pets now have talents.)
- All pet families now have one focus dump attack, which are all equivalent.
- All pet families now have one, a few two, special abilities.
- No more mage-build pets.
- All pets can growl and cower.
- There is no longer an active training slot trade-off to consider.
- So, now, all pet families are viable (but details of the special abilities vary). Significantly, they've all been brought up to the capability of the more capable classes.
- Feeding is simplified. Most pets have more options for food, a few have less, (but more eat meat), but pets no longer run away. There is no loyalty stat. Pets do still have happiness, which affects their effectiveness.
- Pet leveling is easier, but more significantly, any low level pet is bumped up to five levels below the hunter. This can occur when you tame a very low level pet, or if you leave a pet in the stable while you level.
- Pet optimization is now about selecting pet talents. It is similar to how training was, but there is no trainer involved; it works just like your talents, except pets get talents at level twenty and every four levels.
- There are a few more pet families. Owls and carrion birds have been combined.
- There are some new exotic pet families; these require the Beast Mastery hunter talent to use.
- You can buy two more slots in the stable, four total. And you no longer need to keep an opening for pets to learn skills from.
See also
External links
Petopia A picture guide to hunter companions with a focus on Patch 3.0.2 changes
Wowhead Wowhead Petcalc - hunter pet talent calculator
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Teen births hit historic low, half of 1991
- Overall%2C the number of births in the USA was almost 4 million in 2012
- The teen birthrate is less than half of what it was in 1991
- Teen birthrates were down for all racial and ethnic groups
Teen births have continued to drop, reaching a historic low in 2012 and hitting half of what they were in 1991, says a government report out Friday.
The birthrate for teens, ages 15 to 19, dropped 6% from 31.3 births per 1,000 teen girls in 2011 to 29.4 in 2012. Teen birthrates were down for all racial and ethnic groups.
This is the lowest teen birthrate since 1940 when data on teen births started being collected, says lead author Brady Hamilton, a statistician with the National Center for Health Statistics, part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It's less than half of what it was in 1991, the recent peak of teen births (61.8 births per 1,000 teen girls), he says.
"This is a truly remarkable success on a pressing social issue that many once considered intractable," says Bill Albert, a spokesman for the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.
Why have the rates continued to go down?
"It really is this magic formula of less sex and more contraception that has driven the rates down," Albert says. "More kids are delaying sex, which is a good and responsible thing to do, and the kids who are having sex are using contraception more consistently and carefully, also a good and responsible thing to do."
Teen birthrates varied by race and origin with 46.3 births per 1,000 Hispanic teens, 15 to 19; 43.9 per 1,000 for black teens; 34.9 for American Indian or Alaska Native; 20.5 for whites; 9.7, for Asian or Pacific Islanders.
"I applaud the efforts of those working hard to educate and support family planning, delaying sex and effective contraception in adolescents," says pediatrician Cora Collette Breuner, a spokeswoman for the American Academy of Pediatrics and professor of adolescent medicine at Seattle Children's Hospital. "But we are not done. We still have almost three-quarters of a million teen pregnancies per year in the United States with over 300,000 births. Let's keep educating and supporting our kids."
The new report, based on preliminary data from 2012, shows:
•Overall, the number of births in the USA was almost 4 million in 2012, essentially the same as 2011.
•The general fertility rate was 63 births per 1,000 women, ages 15-44, down slightly from 63.2 in 2011.
•The birthrate for women in their early 20s (20-24) declined to a record low of 83.1 births per 1,000 women in 2012, down 3% from 2011. Birthrates for women in their late 30s and early 40s rose slightly.
•The C-section rate remained unchanged in 2012 at 32.8%.
Here's a breakdown of how birthrates for teens have dropped over time:
•1991: 61.8 births per 1,000 teen girls, ages 15 to 19.
•2007: 41.5 births per 1,000 teens
•2010: 34.2 births per 1,000 teens
•2011: 31.3 births per 1,000 teens
•2012: 29.4 births per 1,000 teens
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention


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reorganization plan(redirected from Plan of Re-Organization)
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Reorganization Plan
In chapter 11 bankruptcy, a plan filed with bankruptcy court describing the process of how an insolvent company will change structurally to help it pay its debts and stay in business. This plan is subject to court oversight to ensure enforcement. Depending upon the specific plan, a company's original owner or managers may maintain control. Other times, the company's creditors become the new owners of the business; this especially happens when one or more creditors have had their debt completely discharged. Changes also must occur structurally, perhaps in risk management or marketing or perhaps in something more fundamental, to ensure that the bankruptcy does not repeat itself.
reorganization plan
A plan filed with a bankruptcy court judge by a company in Chapter 11 proceedings in which the disbursement of assets is stipulated. The plan must be approved by the firm's creditors and by the court. A reorganization plan results in new securities being given to creditors in trade for old securities.


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Guns International #: 100610608 Seller's Inventory #: 06471
Category: CZ Shotguns - Shotguns - American
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Seller: United Sportsmen's Company
Company: United Sportsmen's Company
Member Since: 5/4/11
First Name: Brendan
Last Name: Walsh
State: Illinois
Zip: 61032
Country: United States
Phone: (815) 599-5690
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 1017
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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CZ Redhead Premier 12 Gauge, 28" Barrels
The Redhead Premier comes with a single selective trigger and auto ejectors in 12 or 20 gauge.
The flagship of our over/under line, the tried-and-true Redhead also gets our new 1-piece CNCed receiver. In addition, it gets the same laser-cut checkering, solid mid-ribs, pistol grip and a classy white bead. The Redhead Premier is a true all-purpose shotgun, it's just as comfortable to shoot at a sporting clays event as it is when chasing chukhar in the mountains. With a silver receiver and ejectors that kick out the spent shells automatically, the Redhead Premier is packed with features that can't be found on another shotgun in its price range. Chokes: Cylinder, Improved Cylinder, Mod, Improved Mod, Full. Ejectors. 7.9lbs. DAC- 1 1/2", DAH- 2 1/2"
Please note: the price reflects a 3% discount for cash, money order, or cashier check. For credit/debit cards please add 3% to the total. We accept the following: VISA, MASTERCARD, and DISCOVER. Sales Tax will be charged to IL sales (6.75%) All payments are due within 7 days.
Buyer pays a fixed S/H/I rate. Shipping price is quoted for the lower 48 States. Alaska and Hawaii pays actual S/H/I cost. Packages are sent via UPS (all long guns) or USPS (all handguns).
Firearms are transfered to FFL Dealers only. The buyer is responsible for finding a FFL to handle the Firearms Transfer.
CA sales and other regulated states are WELCOME!!! (As long as the firearm is or can be fitted to meet your area's regulations. Gunsmithing Fees Apply)
We ensure that this item is in stock at the time of posting. However, we do operate a full service store and reserve the right to end any posting early. Please email or give us a call at: 815-599-5690 to confirm our stock.
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FAA flight restrictions, police helicopters, security guards on patrol, celebrity guests and 144 ricotta doughnuts -- they were all part of a private ceremony Thursday for Michael Jackson. The only thing missing was his family, who arrived late.
The 50-year-old King of Pop was put to rest Thursday night in an ornate mausoleum at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in a private ceremony restricted to family and invited guests. Jackson's three children laid a crown on the King of Pop's coffin.
The family had arrived in a motorcade of 31 cars under police escort from Encino to Forest Lawn more than an hour late, keeping 77-year-old Elizabeth Taylor and about 200 other mourners waiting outside in the 90 degree heat. At the end of the motorcade a hearse carried Jackson's body in a $30,000 gold casket.
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The interment came more than two months after Jackson died from an overdose of a powerful sedative. He was found not breathing at his rented Holmby Hills estate and was taken to Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. At the time, he was in Los Angeles preparing for a series of 50 sold-out concerts in London.
Jackson was interred at Holly Terrace in the Great Mausoleum at Forest Lawn in Glendale. The cemetery is the final resting place of such Hollywood luminaries as Clark Gable, Humphrey Bogart, Carole Lombard, Jimmy Stewart, Mary Pickford, Walt Disney, Nat King Cole and Sammy Davis Jr.
The 8:30 p.m. funeral service was strictly private and news footage was restricted to helicopters as it began. Parents Joe and Katherine Jackson and the singer's children, 12-year-old Prince Michael, 10-year-old Paris Michael and 7-year-old Prince Michael II, known as Blanket, were in the front rows for the service. Barry Bonds and Macaulay Culkin were among the celebrity mourners.
During the service, Jackson's three children also laid notes that read: "Daddy, we love you, we miss you," People reported.
Gladys Knight performed a gospel song that reportedly moved mourners to tears. Jackson's mother, overcome with grief, appeared weary and had to be helped to her car after the service, according to The Associated Press.
After the service Jackson's family released a statement to: "once again thank all of Michael Jackson's fans around the world for their generous outpouring of support during this terribly difficult time. Their expressions of love for Michael and his music have sustained the Jackson Family."
The restricted service was in sharp contrast to the spectacular July 7 memorial tribute at Staples Center in downtown LA. That star-studded mega-event was broadcast around the world.
Glendale police and Forest Lawn officials took extra measures to ensure the service remained private.
Streets around the cemetery entrance were restricted or closed. One print photographer and one video photographer were allowed to shoot pool photos for the media, but all other cameras were banned from the cemetery.
Flight restrictions over the cemetery were approved by the FAA to keep news media helicopters at bay.
All the costs for Jackson's funeral service will be covered by the family -- specifically by the singer's own estate.
Attorneys for Jackson's mother, Katherine, and the administrators of the singer's estate were in court Wednesday looking for authorization to use funds from the estate to pay for the funeral. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff decided to leave the decision up to the estate's administrators, and they expressed no objection.
None of the attorneys at the hearing would specify the anticipated costs.
The expense of the public memorial tribute at Staples Center led to weeks of debate at Los Angeles City Hall, where some elected officials called for the Jackson family or Staples Center owner AEG to pick up the multimillion-dollar tab for police and other city services required for the event.
LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa bristled at the suggestion, and said the city would pay those costs, despite a massive budget deficit.
The criminal investigation into Jackson's death, meanwhile, is continuing. The Los Angeles County coroner's office ruled the death a homicide caused by lethal levels of the powerful sedative propofol, which is generally used only in surgical settings. Jackson had apparently been using the drug to combat insomnia.
Investigators have been focusing their homicide investigation on Jackson's personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, who is reported to have told police that he administered the medication on an almost-daily basis in the weeks leading up to the singer's death.
According to court papers, Murray told investigators he was trying to wean Jackson off the medication, fearing that he was developing an addiction.
But on the morning of his death, Murray allegedly said, he gave Jackson a small dose of propofol after a series of other medications failed to put the singer to sleep -- and after Jackson repeatedly demanded the drug.
Just before 10 p.m. on Thursday, the Rev. Al Sharpton tweeted that "Michael Jackson had been put to rest."


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Krabby Patty - Encyclopedia SpongeBobia - The SpongeBob SquarePants Wiki Video Games 07/07/2014 Entertainment Lifestyle Log in Sign up Search Encyclopedia SpongeBobia On the Wiki Wiki Activity Community Random page Krabby Patty The Show Videos View source Characters Photos Talk 4 Chat Episodes Contribute Share Forum 6,379 PAGES ON ESB A Krabby Patty is a burger sold at the Krusty Krab. It is the best-known food at the Krusty Krab, and the most famous sandwich in Bikini Bottom. It is a basic plot element that contributed to the Krusty Krab's existence. The Krabby Patty Krabby Patty is made out of a frozen hamburger with fresh lettuce, crisp onions and tomatoes with undersea cheese, pickles, mustard, ketchup, and with a special secret formula (a pinch of King Neptune's Poisedon Powder). The Krabby Patty Formula has never been revealed in the series, although it was revealed on the Nickelodeon website. In the episode "Just One Bite," they are shown to be kept in the Patty Vault. Contents [show] Patty Variations There are many variations of the Krabby Patty throughout the series, however, few have made more than one appearance, and fewer still have been shown. Krabby Double Deluxe Main article: Deluxe Krabby Patty Patrick about to swallow a Krabby Double Deluxe whole. Much like a standard Krabby Patty, though it has twice the amount of meat, and is usually greasy. It has been seen or referenced in many episodes. In Pressure, Patrick attempted to swallow a Krabby Double Deluxe in one bite. He barely managed to swallow it, as it filled up his whole mouth. Sandy tried to eat it, but since she had her helmet on, it didn't get to her mouth, and instead smeared all over her helmet, Double Triple Patty Deluxe The Double Triple Patty Deluxe was the burger ordered by Bubble Bass in the episode Pickles. It consists of the same ingredients as a usual Krabby Patty with twice as many ingredients. The Patty Bubble Bass received was said to have no pickles. This caused SpongeBob to become disoriented. Once SpongeBob regained his confidence he served Bubble Bass again. Bubble Bass claimed the pickles were missing again. It was then revealed that Bubble Bass faked the whole incident. Double Triple Patty Deluxe burgers have not been seen since and it is unknown whether or not it has been removed from the menu. Jelly Patty Main article: Jelly Patty The Jelly Patty was invented by SpongeBob and consisted of an ordinary Krabby Patty topped with jellyfish jelly in the episode Jellyfish Hunter. (He calls it "a Krabby Patty with Jellyfish Jelly".) The jelly made the Krabby Patty taste amazingly good, and proved highly addictive to those who consumed it. SpongeBob let Fred try a Jelly Patty and was so entranced by the taste that he served Jelly Patties to the whole restaurant, who were all amazed at the taste. Mr. Krabs saw how good the jelly was and tricked SpongeBob into catching all of the jellyfish in Jellyfish Fields so that he could profit off of their delicious jelly. SpongeBob did so and soon captured every jellyfish in Jellyfish Fields. After all of the jellyfish were captured, Mr. Krabs imprisoned them in a factory where he proceeded to drain them all of their jelly, sucking many of them dry. However, SpongeBob caught on to this with the help of the blue jellyfish, No Name, and freed the jellyfish, who zapped Mr. Krabs before returning home. Having been badly injured and having lost all of the jellyfish, Mr. Krabs took jelly off of the menu. As a result, Jelly Patties have not been sold or even seen at the Krusty Krab since. http://spongebob.wikia.com/wiki/Krabby_Patty 1/8 Krabby Patty - Encyclopedia SpongeBobia - The SpongeBob SquarePants Wiki 07/07/2014 The jelly, being stuck to the bun and patty. Pretty Patty Main article: Pretty Patties The Pretty Patty was originally an idea from SpongeBob as an attempt to attract new customers to the Krusty Krab in the episode Patty Hype. They were much like ordinary Krabby Patties, except that they came in many different colors such as blue, red, green, orange, yellow, and purple. At first, SpongeBob was ridiculed for this idea, and he had temporarily left the Krusty Krab to pursue Pretty Patties as a personal business interest. As a result, Pretty Patties were never sold at the Krusty Krab restaurant. Regardless, SpongeBob instantly became successful after everyone in Bikini Bottom found out how great they tasted. This persuaded Mr. Krabs to eventually take over SpongeBob's business so he could get all the money. Unfortunately, the next day, it was shown that the pretty patties had strange effects on whoever ate them. This led to Mr. Krabs being run off by colorful people, and the business was shut down. Ever since then, Pretty Patties were never sold again or seen again meaning their first appearance is currently their last appearance. SpongeBob with pretty patties. A close-up of the pretty patties Nasty Patty Main article: Nasty Patty (food) In the episode of the same name, SpongeBob and Mr. Krabs created the Nasty Patty in an attempt to prank the health inspector, believing that he was actually a criminal in disguise. The patty contained most regular ingredients, but was also given spicy volcano sauce, seahorse radish, toenail clippings, was dropped in the toilet, and dried out with an old gym sock. Spongy Patty Main article: Spongy Patties In "The Krusty Sponge", Mr. Krabs decided to make everything in the Krusty Krab SpongeBob-themed after the critic Gene Scallop made a positive review about the fry cook. He went too far by creating the Spongy Patty; a Krabby Patty used with old, expired yellow patty meat that were not in the freezer. Eating these caused the customers to get sick, turn yellow, and have distended bellies, nearly getting Mr. Krabs convicted and shutting down the Krusty Sponge. http://spongebob.wikia.com/wiki/Krabby_Patty 2/8 Krabby Patty - Encyclopedia SpongeBobia - The SpongeBob SquarePants Wiki 07/07/2014 That doesn't taste as good as it looks! Synthetic Krabby Patty Main article: Synthetic Krabby Patty In the episode "Selling Out," the Krabby O' Mondays used gray sludge (believed to be garbage) to make Krabby Patties. The "garbage" came out of a pipe and onto a conveyor belt, where it was then shaped and painted to look like an actual Krabby Patty. When the customers realized what they were eating, they were disgusted and ran out of the restaurant. Where's the love? Chum-wich In the episode "20,000 Patties Under the Sea," SpongeBob and Patrick find a submarine while playing and Mr. Krabs tells them to turn the submarine into a mobile Krusty Krab. Soon, Plankton is jealous and he starts his own mobile restaurant submarine too using the bucket-holding hand part of the Chum Bucket. The three fall into an abyss where a sea monster that slept for seventy-nine years has been. Soon, the sea monster gets hungry and SpongeBob decides to feed him. The sea monster buys six hundred forty Krabby Patties, but an extremely furious Plankton drops Chum Charges on them. The Chum Charges explode and they blow holes in the submarine. Plankton, distracted with sinking the Krusty Krab, crashes into the cliff, and he floats down with a parachute to SpongeBob's submarine. A piece of chum goes through the holes, and it lands on a pair of buns. The sea monster tries the new "Chum-wich", and he likes it. Then, more chum starts to go through the holes, and SpongeBob and Patrick cook more Chum-wiches. After his meal, the sea monster complains that he wants dessert. Plankton then falls off the submarine, and rolls down the side of the cliff, gathering dirt as he is rolling. The Sea Monster mistakes Plankton for a chocolate éclair, and begins chasing him, wanting to eat Plankton as his dessert. Krusty Dog Main article: Krusty Dogs (food) The Krusty Dog was made in the episode "Krusty Dogs" SpongeBob creates a patty shaped like a hot dog and it becomes popular and it surpassed the Krabby Patty as the best food at the Krusty Krab. With SpongeBob SpongeBob makes his first missing the patties and Squidward embarrassed with his outfit, especially around children, they team up to get Krusty Dog. customers to stop eating the wieners by making them think it's poisonous, but this makes them crave it more. SpongeBob comes up with the idea to stuff them with balloons and inflating them before the customer eats it, no one wants to have one after that and they go back to the original patties, but Squidward has to wear a more humiliating costume. The Krusty Dog is made with: Buns (For Hot Dogs) Patty (with secret ingredient) Mustard (optional) Ketchup (optional) Cheese (optional) Krusty Krab Pizza Main article: Krusty Krab Pizza The Krusty Krab Pizza appeared only in one episode, "Pizza Delivery" The only reason this was made was because a customer, on the phone, asked if they served pizza, Mr. Krabs quickly smashed a few Krabby Patties into a pizza. Krusty Krab Pizzas are made out of smooshed up, and clawed Krabby Patties, put into a box. "The Krusty Krab Pizza, is the Pizza for you and me". SpongeBob 4-D Recipe Cheese Beef Burger 11 Sesame Seeds Two Buns Pepperoni http://spongebob.wikia.com/wiki/Krabby_Patty 3/8 Krabby Patty - Encyclopedia SpongeBobia - The SpongeBob SquarePants Wiki SpongeBob trying to defend the pizza. 07/07/2014 SpongeBob with pizza Top view of the pizza. Kiddie Patty Main articles: Krusty Kid's Meal and Pipsqueak Patty The Kiddie Patty is a smaller version of a Krabby Patty and has a smile on the top bun. despite this it is costs a dollar more, probably because it is "30 percent cuter". Usually the smaller meals cost less, but not to Mr. Krabs. This was used in Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy V. A Pipsqueak Patty in Squidward's hand. Monster Krabby Patty Main article: Monster Krabby Patty It is a larger version of a Krabby Patty. Based on Squidward's comments, it is a rare order. This item was a key aspect of the plot line in the episode, All That Glitters. The amount of meat required for this item put too much force on SpongeBob's spatula, which broke. Greasy Variations In "Greasy Buffoons," ever since SpongeBob cleaned out a massive container full of grease, Plankton had the idea of products with irresistible grease to attract customers. To gain his customers back, Mr. Krabs started his own greasy products. After a feud, the health inspector would force the two rivals, Krabs and Plankton to shut down their restaurants unless the grease was gotten rid of. The defeated deluxe patties would soon be replaced by Yummy Bunz which was actually buns covered in grease. Plankton laid off patties and stuck it to grease being the only ingredient of the product and had extra flavor. The Crispity Crunchites would attract customers in a crowd just like his other greasy products. Mr. Krabs would later use "Wow!" Soup to take back success. Krabby Patty with Toenail Clippings and Nosehair This is a nasty Krabby Patty ordered by Squidward in the episode Krusty Towers. Squidward wanted Mr. Krabs to eat it, but he refuses. SpongeBob then tells Mr. Krabs that isn't a Krabby Patty with cheese, toenail clippings, and nose hair so Mr. Krabs eats it. Unfortunately, there are toenail clippings and nose hair on the Patty as Mr. Krabs gets angry at SpongeBob. SpongeBob then tells Mr. Krabs that they were all out of cheese meaning it was a Krabby Patty without cheese, toenail clippings, and nose hair. The next scene shows Patrick's room full of cheese. This patty actually looks like a normal Krabby Patty. Flabby Patty Main article: Flabby Patty A variation created by SpongeBob in an attempt to make Mr. Krabs and Plankton work together. This patty is supposedly delicious. The recipe is: Four pounds Grade A Love One tablespoon listening Two tablespoons Cooperation Mix ingredients Hold in Warm Heart Crust-Cutted Krabby Patty This is a version of a Krabby Patty only with the crust on the bread cut off. It is only seen in the episodes Bubble Buddy and Krusty Towers. In both cases, Squidward ends up cutting the crust off the bread. He first does it for Bubble Buddy and then does it for Patrick. Chopper Burger Main article: Chopper Burger A burger featured in the episode Born to be Wild. It has mainly the usual fixings and toppings as seen on any other patty. The difference is that the burger meat is shaped like a bicycle/motorcycle. This patty, however, is a bit smaller than a regular circular patty. http://spongebob.wikia.com/wiki/Krabby_Patty 4/8 Krabby Patty - Encyclopedia SpongeBobia - The SpongeBob SquarePants Wiki 07/07/2014 While it is probably just a normal Krabby Patty, it may have a different taste because the main target of the patty is a motorcycle gang (e.g.: it could possibly be spicy). Relish Patty These Krabby Patties were made with the gooey remains of the Jellions and the Evil Alien Jellyfish Overlord in "Planet of the Jellyfish". These burgers look like regular Krabby Patties except unlike a regular Krabby Patty, these have special "Freaky Clone Jelly Relish" on them and it makes lots of money for The Krusty Krab. Squidward's Krabby Patty Oh My Goodness! Squidward! In the episode "The Algae's Always Greener," a customer complains about his patty made by Squidward behind the grill. The patty contained moldy meat and buns, hair, an eyeball, a sock, a plank of wood, nails, and a dead fly. Plankton then yells at Squidward. Other Restaurant Variations Weenie Patty Note: They are not to be confused with the Krusty Dog. The Weenie Patties were first created after SpongeBob chopped up hotdogs into smaller, rounder shapes at the Weenie Hut. He then places patty buns on them and presents them to the Mr. Weiner. He doesn't like the looks of the Weenie Patties and fires SpongeBob. However, it turns out that Mr. Weiner's customers loves the Patties and even has a couple of thugs kidnap SpongeBob and force him to make more. It was only seen in SpongeBob You're Fired. Noodle Patty The Noodle Patty was created when SpongeBob combined noodles from Wet Noodle and a Krabby Patty bun. Noodleman didn't like it and fired SpongeBob. Later, Noodleman fights for SpongeBob because his customer apparently liked them. It was only seen in SpongeBob You're Fired. The Noodle Guy Holding the Noodle Patty Pizza Patty Note: They are not to be confused with the Krusty Krab Pizza. The Pizza Patty was created when SpongeBob combined a pizza from Pizza Piehole and a Krabby Patty bun. Pizza Pete didn't like it and fired SpongeBob. Later, Pizza Pete fights for SpongeBob because his customer apparently liked them. It was only seen in SpongeBob You're Fired. Burrito Patty The Burrito Patty was created when SpongeBob combined a burrito from Taco Sombrero and a Krabby Patty bun. Señor Taco liked it, but after his taste tester chomped the Burrito Patty, he fired SpongeBob. Later, Señor Taco fights for SpongeBob because his customer apparently liked them. It was only seen in SpongeBob You're Fired. Health Hazards The Krabby Patty can also have a dangerous and unfortunate side -effect. When way too many Krabby Patties are eaten at one time, the consumer will get very fat in the thigh area and explode. This happened to Squidward in "Just One Bite", when he broke into the Patty Vault and ate too many Krabby Patties at once. Fortunately, Squidward was only reduced to a living head and survived the explosion and somehow got his body back in later episodes. However, if one does not have a Krabby Patty after an extensive period, he/she will suffer from Krabby Patty Withdrawal. If one does not eat a Krabby Patty during the withdrawal, he/she will mumble about it for the next three and a half minutes like Patrick did in "Pat No Pay". Krabby Patty withdrawal is due to thinking of the Krabby Patty which causes severe stomach aches. Ingredients In "Help Wanted", the ingedients are simple: ketchup and mustard on top of the bottom bun, a patty and cabbage under the top bun. In "Krusty Krab Training Video," by looking at the Krabby Patty, you could see its ingredients. There is lettuce, cheese, a beef patty, and a tomato. But in the cartoon version, it shows onions, two beef patties, two slices of cheddar cheese, mustard, ketchup, lettuce, and a tomato. But most of the time it just shows a beef patty and lettuce. In "Plankton!", the order of the ingredients is: Bun, Patty, Cheese, Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Top Bun (This is the first time the list of ingredients is mentioned). In "Pickles", the order is: Bun, Patty, Ketchup, Mustard, Pickles, Onions, Lettuce, Cheese, Tomato, Top Bun. The actual Secret Formula for a Krabby Patty has never been revealed, but four ingredients has been revealed in "The Great Patty Caper: Flour, Barnacle Shavings, Sea Salt and Turmeric. In Friend or Foe, Mr. Krabs reveals one of the ingredients by saying to plankton "It was you who put too much seaweed sauce", since the batter was not replaced this is an ingredient in Krabby Patties The secret ingredient (the liquid in the bottle with an X on it) is most likely to be a liquidated seasoning. OVERALL: 2 Buns with sesame seeds. http://spongebob.wikia.com/wiki/Krabby_Patty 5/8 Krabby Patty - Encyclopedia SpongeBobia - The SpongeBob SquarePants Wiki 07/07/2014 Two slices of Cheddar cheese. (use Kraft Cracker Barrel cheddar for best results). 3 1/4 cups of chopped onions. 1 teaspoon of salt. Imitation Crab meat. (optional, as this may not be correct). 2 tomato slices, or diced tomatoes.(Amount of diced tomatoes varies to your liking.) 2 Angus Beef Patties. Any seasoning to replace mysterious "X" secret ingredient. (optional, as this may not be correct). Ketchup and Mustard, both on the top patty. Lettuce (must) Mayonnaise. (Optional and only heard and seen in the episode Planet of the Jellyfish). Seaweed Sauce. (as revealed in Friend or Foe). If we have missed out anything, please add the missing ingredient in! Thank you. Trivia Krabby Patty is frequently misspelled in the series. Replicas of a Krabby Patty can be made from sand or mud, as seen in "Ugh" and "To Save a Squirrel," but they usually taste horrible. In Extreme Spots, Patrick tasted a sandy Krabby Patty and said: "A bit dry, but flavorless. I'll take two dozen." Of course, Patrick will eat and enjoy almost anything. Throughout the series people order a Krabby Patty with Kelp Fries and a soda. The Krabby Patty was originally called the "Barnacle Burger" or the "Krusty Patty". Once consumed, the body needs it to function properly. A common misconception is that the Krabby Patty Secret Formula is the order of condiments and vegetables in between the top and bottom bun, even though it is actually the recipe for the patty meat itself. The price for a Krabby Patty changes constantly throughout the series. In the episode Keep Bikini Bottom Beautiful,SpongeBob was seen trying to follow the complete life cycle of a Krabby Patty, by making it and then throwing it away and throwing himself away with it and succeeded. Mr. Krabs has the Krabby Patty Secret Formula written down on a piece of paper. He keeps the paper rolled up and inside a bottle. The hidden location of the bottle changes constantly because Mr. Krabs needs to keep the Formula hidden from Plankton. Once Plankton discovers the location of the Formula, Mr. Krabs needs to change it. Some of the locations of the formula have been: In Mr. Krabs' well, in a cubical steel safe, under the floorboards in Mr. Krabs' office, at home under Mr. Krabs' mattress, etc. Krabby Patties have made Mr. Krabs a millionaire. In the Irish dubbed version of SpongeBob SquarePants that airs on TG4 in the Republic of Ireland, the Krabby Patty is called a "Krabby Burger" instead. It is shown in Squirrel Record, a Krabby Patty saved Sandy's life from Raw chum because Sandy was trying to make a record to eat raw chum and survive. Krusty Krab (V • T • E) Owner Eugene H. Krabs Major Employees SpongeBob SquarePants • Squidward Tentacles Minor Employees Jim • Patrick Star • Sandy Cheeks • Pearl Krabs • Gary the Snail • Carl • Stanley S. SquarePants • Not SpongeBob Variations 5 Star Krusty Krab • Krabby O'Monday's • The Kuddly Krab • The Krusty Sponge • Krusty Towers • Krusty Krab 2 Machines Dishwasher • Cashy • Patty Gadget Food http://spongebob.wikia.com/wiki/Krabby_Patty 6/8 Krabby Patty - Encyclopedia SpongeBobia - The SpongeBob SquarePants Wiki 07/07/2014 Krabby Patty • Coral Bits • Krusty Kid's Meal • Pipsqueak Patty • Krusty Dogs • Kelp Fries • Monster Krabby Patty • Krusty Krab Pizza • Patty • Chopper Patty • Nasty Patty • Kelp Rings Other Mobile Krusty Krab • Krusty Krab Playset • Krusty Krab Industries Labor Agreement • Patty Pal • The Eugene Krabs Memorial Wishing Well • Utensil Stand Discussions about Krabby Patty Start a Discussion Who are the people who don't like Krabby Patties 2 messages Creepypastasarecool Who doesn't like Krabby Patties i need a list for some reason 2014-06-27T17:39:25Z KingKool720 Because who'd eat a burger underwater? 2014-06-27T19:07:44Z Krabby Patty Formula?? 6 messages Pjray02 Yes there is a Sketch where Mr. Crabs is revealed to use CCrab,Tuna and Squids in his food 2014-05-03T01:12:06Z Muchacha Ha. 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Empirical and Process Studies
CDC conducts diverse research activities that span time scales from intraseasonal to decadal. Whereas other chapters focus on specific time bands, this chapter considers basic physical processes important in climate variability that occur across time scales. Moist atmospheric convection, clouds and climate, atmospheric angular momentum, and air-sea interaction are topics of active research. CDC scientists integrate modeling and observations to better understand physical processes, and to overcome limitations in either observational or modeling analyses alone. Coherent phenomena such as ENSO, the Madden-Julian oscillation (MJO) and the seasonal cycle provide specific case studies and important examples of scale interactions.
Moist atmospheric convection is central to all climate phenomena studied at CDC and epitomizes the complexity of the climate system. At CDC, we use observations and hierarchical modeling to conduct fundamental studies of moist convection in various environments. A key objective is to evaluate the assumptions at the heart of present day cumulus parameterization schemes. Cloud-resolving models are used to develop, test and refine parameterizations in a simplified and tractable context.
Clouds also profoundly impact climate variability. CDC research shows that stratocumulus decks over the east Pacific influence the seasonal cycle of sea surface temperature (SST). The three-dimensional structure of clouds helps determine the heating that drives such ocean-atmosphere interactions, and must be properly represented in climate models. CDC scientists have developed a simple cloud overlap scheme for GCMs, and are working on a higher order statistical cloud scheme to better represent the subgrid scale distribution of cloud properties.
A key feature of tropical variability is the MJO, which produces strong air-sea interactions over the warm pool and may influence the ENSO cycle, particularly the onset and decay phases. CDC scientists determined that SST anomalies within the MJO are driven mainly through surface energy fluxes, especially shortwave and latent heat fluxes. MJOs were also shown to play a prominent role at the onset of the 1997-98 El Niño event. MJO events initiated cooling of SSTs in the west Pacific via surface fluxes and warming in the central Pacific via Kelvin wave currents. In the first link identified with interannual SSTs, CDC scientists found that strong MJO activity during the northern winter was correlated with positive SSTA in the western Pacific during the preceding northern fall.
Most prediction models systematically lose atmospheric angular momentum (AAM) during the forecast cycle, a serious concern for such a fundamental quantity. CDC scientists used studies of the AAM budget to demonstrate the negative impact of gravity wave drag, including its role in local and global systematic forecast errors. CDC scientists also constructed a linear model of global AAM anomalies that replicated much of the observed intraseasonal variability and clarified the role of the mountain and friction torque in AAM variations. Composite studies were used to illustrate the regional patterns that produce the torques and helped identify a mid-latitude mode with a time scale similar to the MJO.
The diverse range of activities described in this chapter illustrates the breadth of CDC diagnostics research, provides insight and understanding of different physical processes, and provides a foundation for assessment of climate models.


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Yes it works
Yes it works
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Clarification: when you post new topic in any of the other areas you have a screen with drop-down selector where you can select this place (or any other).
This forum should be a source of official TM postings, only.
Hi Tesla Enthusiasts
The Tesla Bulletin Board is for official communications only. We welcome all of your thoughts, comments, and concerns in any of our other forums.
Thanks for your understanding.
Nick Kinkaid
Director of Online Experience
hey Nick, we could use some more functionality to the forum... lets say Edit button :)
@Nick Kinkaid, That dropdown still has that possibility. I think that initial new topic post in "bulleting board" was genuine accident, and as long as that possibility is there there will be more of those accidents. You will need to remove that from the dropdown.


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1 vs 2: Stanford, UConn women renew rivalry
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Whether facing off in the national championship game, playing in the Final Four, or just meeting in the regular season, the two programs on opposite sides of the country have created compelling matchups.
The undefeated teams will renew their annual contest Saturday when the second-ranked Huskies (10-0) visit the No. 1 Cardinal (11-0).
"It's a rivalry for us, but more than that, it's a measuring stick," said Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer, whose Cardinal have held the top spot in the poll for the past six weeks. "When the ball goes up, nobody cares anything about rankings."
The last time the teams met in the Bay Area in 2010, the Cardinal ended the Huskies' NCAA record 90-game winning streak. UConn will try and return the favor by snapping Stanford's streak of 82 straight home victories.
"It's going to be two really competitive teams, it's going to be a dogfight," UConn senior Kelly Faris said. "Two years ago that's what it was."
On the boards, Stanford's 6-foot-3 Chiney Ogwumike will battle with UConn's 6-5 Stefanie Dolson and 6-4 freshman Breanna Stewart. The younger sister of All-American Nneka Ogwumike, who graduated from Stanford, is averaging 21.8 points and 12.8 rebounds for the Cardinal.
Stewart is averaging a team-high 16.6 points and 7.2 rebounds, while Dolson is contributing 11.7 points and 6.0 rebounds per game.
It marks the 51st meeting between the top two teams in the poll. The No. 1 seed holds a 31-19 lead. UConn and Stanford have been in three of those contests over the past few seasons with the Huskies winning all of them.
"The 1 versus 2 thing makes for better TV, but it doesn't change how we prepare," Stanford's Toni Kokenis said. "We are defending our home court, regardless of the opponent. But yeah, we ended their streak two years ago and I'm sure they want to do the same thing to us."
Stanford hasn't lost at Maples Pavilion since March 18, 2007, when Florida State beat the Cardinal in the second round of the NCAA tournament. UConn brought its streak to Stanford almost exactly two years ago only to see the Cardinal stop it with a 71-59 win in front of an enthusiastic crowd. VanDerveer expects a similar atmosphere Saturday.
"We're excited we're playing here," VanDerveer said. "Our team has played very well, but that's not the deciding factor. You have to make baskets and rebound and make stops. We know it's what you do on the court."
The Huskies, who beat Stanford in Hartford by 10 points last season, aren't concerned about ending the Cardinal's streak. They are just trying to improve.
"I don't think I'd go out there with the mindset that we have to break their streak," Faris said. "It's another game. But the whole streak thing, if you focus on that, you're not going to be doing the right thing."
Both coaches are aware that it's just one game in December with conference play about to start after the New Year.
"If you win on Saturday you know you beat a really good team," UConn coach Geno Auriemma said. "If you lose you know you got a lot of work to do to beat a really good team down the road."
Connecticut leads the series 7-6, including winning five of the last eight meetings -- dating back to 2005. Stanford, unlike a lot of other teams in the country, has been able to stay close to the Huskies in the losses, losing most by a dozen points or less.
"You have two of the best offensive teams in the country, not to say we're going to see who can win 110-109," he said. "We try to make scoring and scoring often our priority. Maybe that's why it's become such a great rivalry."
Unlike other rivalries in the sport that have ended during the past few years because of conference realignment or teams refusing to play each other, UConn and Stanford will continue for at least two more seasons. They will open next season in Connecticut.
"As long as Stanford wants to play we'll play them. I have a lot of respect for them, obviously, as a university and certainly their coaching staff," Auriemma said. "They're great people. And the kind of people they recruit are great people. So I'm thrilled that it was done. Really. I think that's a great thing for us."
After playing Stanford, UConn will head to Oregon before going home to open up its Big East schedule.
"Playing games on the road at the early part of the season is very important," Auriemma said. "Coming out here and playing Stanford and knowing how hard it is to play them, especially here. It's a great opportunity for us at this point in the season. As soon as we're done on this trip we have Notre Dame at home. Playing two teams in the top five in the country in a matter of a week or so is exactly what we need right about now."


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FOCUS ON: Trenchers
When you are in the trenches with your equipment, you want a reliable machine that will stand up to all digging conditions. Whether you are working on installing underground wires, lawn sprinklers or service lines, the first step of the process is to dig a trench to fit each of these purposes. The following trenchers offer various digging depths and widths as well as chain speed. If you need more information, use the circle numbers provided at the end of each product description.
Attachment Technologies introduces the Bradco 640 trencher, which has two standard flow options to fit most standard flow skid steers. The 3,300-psi motors (two standard flow and two high flow) can be easily changed on a stock 640 to meet the full range of any skid-steer line, which means less inventory required. The trencher has 30-, 36-, 42- and 48-inch digging depths to fit most applications. The trencher also includes 6- and 12-inch chain widths to match your job requirements. The unit also has a 5-year warranty on the high-torque planetary drive.
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Developed for cutting narrow straight trenches in a variety of soil types, Caterpillar Trenchers are designed for installing irrigation lines in landscape applications. The trenchers operate with the skid-steer loader traveling in reverse with the boom angled down between 45 and 65 degrees from the horizontal position. Engineered to provide the right balance of chain speed, torque and chain pull for maximum productivity in a broad range of soil types, two models of Cat trenchers are available. Both feature a direct drive system with a variable-speed, bi-directional, gerotor-style hydraulic motor. The model T9 Trencher operates to a maximum depth of 48 inches and width of 10 inches, while the model T15 uses high-flow machine auxiliary hydraulics to operate to a depth of 60 inches and width of 12 inches.
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The RT55 compact tractor from Ditch Witch can be equipped with a trencher or a combination trencher/vibratory plow among other attachments. It is designed for work on utility, telecommunications and landscape/irrigation projects. Its quiet, 60-hp, 2004-compliant Deutz engine produces cleaner emissions and minimal noise, which enables the operator to work longer hours in congested urban areas. The RT55's rubber tires and standard 4-wheel drive provide easy access to any jobsite.
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The Worksite Pro Trencher, from John Deere, is available in 36-, 48- and 60-inch models. The heavy-duty direct drive system eliminates chain reduction while the manual side shift allows for trenching close to structures. The built-in skid shoe provides proper auger depth control and a spring-loaded boom reduces shock loads on the hydraulic motor and skid-steer. The trencher also comes with indicators for proper digging control as well as heavy-duty crumber to assist with loose soil removal.
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Power Trac's Wheel Trencher can trench up to 2.5-inches wide and 12-inches deep. The bolt-on carbide tipped teeth allow the unit to cut trenches in dirt or on pavement. The offset arm allows trenching close to edges and borders. There is also an adjustable guide-bar available to maintain constant depth and distance when edging and a wobble feature for wider trenching.
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The Ramrod Taskmaster Series Mini-Skid Loaders comes with more than 40 attachments and is designed for use in a variety of applications. The Trencher attachment is designed for digging trenches when installing underground wires, service lines or lawn sprinklers. The unit features a hydraulically driven auger to move the earth to the side with 36-inch deep cutting ability. Optional chains are available in widths of 4, 6 and 8 inches. The compact size of the Mini-Skid enables the unit to work in tight areas.
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The parades are over and the confetti's been cleaned up, which means we have officially hit the offseason.
While the Giants and their fans can still strut around and celebrate their title for a little while longer, the 31 other teams of the NFL are free to turn all their attention toward next season. In that spirit, we've decided to offer up a completely arbitrary and almost completely meaningless ranking of the 12 teams most likely to win the Super Bowl next season.
The best part? There's a pretty good chance that the ultimate winner won't appear on this list -- just as the Giants weren't on the tips of anyone's tongues last February.
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Giants: In the immortal words of Ric Flair, "To be the man, you've got to beat the man." A repeat might not be likely, but the defending champ always has to make the list. They weren't the best team over the course of the season, but they were the best team when it ended, and that's the only thing that gets you a trophy.
Packers: Just ask the Packers. They snuck into the playoffs last year before winning a Super Bowl, and then dominated the regular season this season before getting bounced in the postseason. Still, they dominated for 16 weeks, and they should be able to repair their defensive flaws while remaining awfully potent on offense.
Patriots: Although Boston is reacting as if the Patriots had a worthless season, they actually accomplished quite a bit. Like the Packers, they've got work to do on defense, and getting some guys who can rush the passer would be a swell way to start. And it couldn't hurt to keep Gisele from football commentary in the future.
49ers: Alex Smith is a free agent. Peyton Manning might be available. Do the 49ers roll the dice on a team that was a punt off a knee away from the Super Bowl, or do they try to do something different? Bet on another bet on Smith and hope they actually fill the wide receiver position this time.
Texans: They will be healthier than they were this year, their defense was tremendous and plenty of people are going to add those together for a bright outlook for next season. In other words, expect a lot of Texans-to-the-Super Bowl talk this summer.
Saints: If New Orleans had home field in the playoffs, they likely would have gone to the Super Bowl. There are a bunch of key free agents, starting with Drew Brees, and the defense needs work, but they are going to be another popular preseason pick.
Lions: It's still hard to wrap the head around the Lions being something other than a punchline, but we probably have to get used to it. If they find anything resembling a running game, they will be even better than they were last season, and they were plenty good.
Ravens: Getting older on defense, and Joe Flacco has fewer supporters than Roseanne Barr's presidential bid, but Baltimore has been a consistent winner under John Harbaugh. Imagine how different everyone would feel about them if Harbaugh had just called a timeout to settle Billy Cundiff before that field goal.
Bears: A bit high for a team that didn't make the playoffs? They were 7-3 when Jay Cutler was lost for the season and lost their next three games by 15 combined points because Caleb Hanie had no business starting for an NFL team. Sign a strong receiver and this roster looks more than competitive against the rest of this list.
Bengals: Andy Dalton and A.J. Green will have to avoid the sophomore slump, but if they do, the Bengals could be in line for a big jump next season. The defense was really good, Mike Zimmer will be back to run them after not getting a head coaching gig and their only really pressing need is an upgrade to the running game. That should happen and the Bengals should be better next year.
Eagles: Langston Hughes once wondered what happened to a dream deferred. The Eagles might give us an answer to that question this season. The Dream Team didn't coalesce until it was too late in the season, but they did close strong, and a full offseason can't be a bad thing for a team that went through so many changes. They still have to deal with Andy Reid, of course, but there's gobs of talent on this roster.
Titans: Here's the real screwball pick, and it has everything to do with Chris Johnson. The lockout last year begat a holdout that was even more damaging than it would have been in a regular summer, and it led to a terrible season for Johnson. Maybe there were other factors, but he's a pretty good rebound candidate for a team that was able to go 9-7 without much of anything from their best player. Figuring out who starts at quarterback will be key, but a return to form from Johnson would take some pressure off either Matt Hasselbeck or Jake Locker.


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A 91-year-old Orange County man who was a passenger in the Corona tour-bus crash on Thursday has died, the Riverside County Coroner's Bureau said Friday.
Khang Tieu of Midway City sustained the injury in the crash at 2:30 p.m. Thursday on the northbound 15 Freeway, 650 feet south of Old Temescal Road, according to a Riverside County coroner's website release.
Tieu died at 10:03 p.m. at Riverside Community Hospital, the website reported.
Tieu was passenger on a tour bus that went out of control, struck the center divider and overturned, according to the release. Tieu was not ejected.
Initially, authorities said 24 people suffered minor to moderate injuries when the tour bus coming from the Pala Casino Spa & Resort in San Diego County overturned on the freeway.
On Thursday night, a news release from the California Highway Patrol said driver Jian Fei Duan, 35, of Baldwin Park was traveling at 65 mph on the 15 and wasn't able to maintain control of the bus on the wet road. The bus struck the center median guardrail and overturned on its side, blocking the No. 1 and No. 2 lanes, according to the release.


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Prepare for the night of the living dead. No, seriously — you can. Michigan State University School of Social Work professor Glen Stutzky is offering an online class on how to survive a zombie invasion, Mother Nature Network reported.
The seven-week class, "Surviving the Coming Zombie Apocalypse: Catastrophes & Human Behavior," will kick off in May with a simulated zombie plague in which students must use their brains — or lose their brains.
In a promotional YouTube video for the class, Stutzky says, "In times of catastrophes, some people find their humanity. Others lose theirs." He aims to use the zombie metaphor to teach social work students about how humans behave and interact in times of crisis.
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Stutzky will also cover past pandemics such as the Great Plague and the Shaanxi earthquake in China. "Students will learn about the nature, scope and impact of catastrophic events on individuals, families, societies, civilizations and the Earth itself," he said.
Stutzky took a cue from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which last year published an official zombie apocalypse survival guide featuring tips on how to prepare for a zombie virus outbreak.
While the guidebook may come in handy during the dawn of the dead, we think the course is more cohesive. Where else can you learn how to outwit the undead — and pick up two college credits?


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The French food industry has benefited from falling raw material prices and a weaker euro, which helped boost competitiveness abroad.
- The meat and dairy subsectors still face challenges
- Payments are often up to 15 days overdue
- Production costs remain too high
According to the National Association of Food Industries (ANIA), turnover of the French agri-food industry decreased 1.8% in 2014, to EUR 157.6 billion, while production declined 0.5% in volume and 1% in value. The sluggish French economic performance still hinders a robust rebound in consumer spending, therefore negatively affecting margins of industrial food manufacturers. While commodity price decreases in 2014 and H1 of 2015 (e.g. for wheat, milk and vegetables) have helped food producers to temporarily rebuild margins, this effect was mitigated by the fierce price competition in the French retail segment and contractual price-adjustment mechanisms. The on-going concentration process of retail chains has further weakened the bargaining power of food producers and processors, who are at the same time in competition with other European food businesses which in some cases have lower production costs. Still, the French agri-food industry is struggling with rising production costs, while gross margins have decreased for several years. This limits investments by businesses, that could increase their international competitiveness.
According to the French Ministry of Food and Agriculture (AGRESTE), food production (including beverages) rebounded 1% in Q2 of 2015. The industry has benefited from falling raw material prices and a weaker euro, which helped boost competitiveness abroad. In H1 of 2015 the food trade balance remained positive.
Payments in the French food industry can be overdue up to 15 days. A slight increase of non-payment notifications cannot be ruled out in the coming months, as some food businesses may face little support from their banks. Generally, French food businesses are highly dependent on bank finance, and many companies have high short-term debts to finance their working capital requirements.
In H1 of 2015 food business insolvencies rose 0.9%, mainly due to an increase in the bakery segment. Without the increase in this segment, the food insolvency rate would have improved. In Q3 of 2015 food insolvencies decreased slightly, by 0.8%. This is in contrast to the overall French business insolvency development, where insolvencies are expected to increase 4% in 2015. However, due to some problems in the dairy and meat subsector, an insolvency increase in the coming six months cannot be ruled out.
Dairy products form the second largest food industry subsector, accounting for 17% of total food sales. International milk powder and butter prices have already fallen for several months, and this downward trend has accelerated in 2015 due to fewer Chinese imports and the Russian import ban which is still effective. While lower prices have been beneficial for cheese manufacturers, exports of milk powder have been severely impacted. Some main players have invested large amounts in expanding their production capacities before demand from China decreased. If this subdued demand situation persists, it could lead to cash flow and debt repayment issues for some of those businesses.
With a 20% share of sales and with 26% of food sector employees, meat is the largest food subsector. The French meat industry is composed mainly of small companies, and even French groups are quite small compared to their foreign competitors. According to AGRESTE, following a 1% increase in Q1, meat production decreased 2.0% in Q2 of 2015; mainly due to decreasing prices. Increased pressure on meat prices, especially pork, even led to tense situations and conflicts with producers in Brittany.
Fruit and vegetable prices decreased due to pressure on sales prices, a drop in consumption last summer, and the impact of the Russian embargo. According to AGRESTE, production of processed fruits increased 2.7% in Q2 of 2015 after a 4.1% increase in Q1.
The beverage industry represents 16% of total food sales, and exports about 30% of its sales. Production increased 3.5% in 2014 (excluding wine production). In Q1 and Q2 of 2015 production increased an additional 1.7% and 3.7% respectively, supported by a mild spring. The trade balance remained positive and is still improving, thanks to increasing exports of wine and champagne.
While our underwriting stance towards this sector remains generally relaxed, we are keeping a closer eye on certain subsectors, especially meat and dairy, because of their challenging market conditions. We try to meet our customers' requests whenever possible and, indeed, where our assessment of the buyer or subsector is particularly positive, we encourage the customer to extend credit limits further.
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