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Licence agreement signed between local SME, AITbiotech and A*STAR to market the test kit will directly benefit public healthcare sector in the fight against infectious diseases.
Singapore, May 29, 2012 - (ACN Newswire) - The close collaboration between scientists from the Experimental Therapeutics Centre (ETC) under the Agency for Science and Technology Research (A*STAR) and clinicians from Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) has enabled the successful development of the most comprehensive and rapid H5N1 bird flu test kit available to date. With this highly advanced kit, doctors can now rapidly detect all existing strains of the H5N1 viruses in a single test with almost 100% accuracy, within a few hours. This is a bigboost to public healthcare system and a great stride forward in pandemic preparedness against this highly infectious disease worldwide.
The bird flu virus, scientifically termed as the Avian Influenza virus, is usually lethal to the birds and normally does not transmit to humans. However, highly lethal and contagious strains like H5N1 Avian Influenza A virus that can 'jump' from birds to human have been reported to cause serious infections and even death rates as high as 60% in infected patients . Although anti-viral treatment is available, the potential for H5N1 bird flu virus to spark a pandemic remains a serious threat to public health as most humans do not have immunity to the H5N1 virus. Therefore, to successfully curb the spreadof the disease during an outbreak, accuracy and speed of detection on the type of H5N1 virus is of essence for effective infection control intervention and patient management.
The current gold standard for H5N1 detection recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) is only able to detect three out of the 10 distinct genetic groups (clades 1, 2 and 3). To detect all existing strains of H5N1 with the WHO detection method would not be possible. The made-in-Singapore H5N1 test kit, which is more accurately known as the H5N1 real-time Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) assay, is the only detection kit currently available on the market that can accurately and rapidly detect all known strains of the H5N1 Avian Influenza A virus in a single test within a matter of hours.
Co-developed by Dr Masafumi Inoue, a Senior Research Scientist and Project Director of Technology Development from ETC and Dr Timothy Barkham, a senior consultant of Laboratory Medicine fromTTSH, this newly launched H5N1 test kit has been clinically validated by several hospitals in Southeast Asia.
"We are excited to be able to contribute to the fight against H5N1 virus with our expertise and know-how. Our technology has greatly simplified and accelerated the process of detection and identification of new H5N1 variants. Such information is especially critical when the virus mutates to become more dangerous, such as in drug resistance." said Dr Inoue. (See video release on interview with Dr Inoue http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OY_DDU2RwEY )
To enhance its usability, this new H5N1 test kit is also purposefully designed to be compatible with the previously launched "4-plex" Influenza diagnostic kit . The latter is already adopted for use by several regional hospitals in Thailand. Using such multiplex assays enables simultaneous detection and differentiation of the different types of influenza infection in a single test, which will save hospital labs and clinicianssignificant time and cost.
"While there have not been any reported H5N1 cases in Singapore, this mutating subtype of influenza virus type A continues to be a concern. The ability to detect and characterise influenza strains remains important in the management of the disease. With this latest H5N1 assay, we can easily combine it with our previous 4-plex Influenza kit to differentiate which strain of Influenza is present with one test, giving a definite diagnosis and faster turnaround for our patients and our colleagues in infection control and public health," said Dr Barkham.
Local Small and Medium Enterprise (SME), AITbiotech Pte Ltd, a regional provider of genomic services and molecular diagnostics kits, has recently signed a licenceagreement with Exploit Technologies Pte Ltd (ETPL), the technology transfer arm of A*STAR, to market this H5N1 kit regionally.
"The new H5N1 test kit from A*STAR is a significant addition to AITbiotech's existing portfolio of products for Influenza virus screening and surveillance. In light of the recent H5N1 outbreak in this region, we believe that this test can play a vital role for governments and public health institutions to effectively fight and control the outspread of any H5N1 virus", said Mr Alex Thian, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of AITbiotech.
Previously, AITbiotech has acquired several other molecular diagnostic licenses from ETPL for swine flu mutation surveillance and for multiple pathogens detection, includingDengue, Chikungunya and Mycobacterium Tuberculosis.
"Licensing these highly sophisticated assays from A*STAR has given AITbiotech a springboard into the highly competitive market of Molecular Diagnostics. With our expanded capabilities, we are nowable to provide a comprehensive suite of diagnostic services for a range of infectious diseases to the research, healthcare and biomedical industries in Singapore and Asia," added Mr Thian.
"This collaboration between A*STAR, TTSH and AITbiotechis a great example of how public and private sectors can partner to drive impact in Singapore's healthcare and biomedical industries. We remain committed in our role to transfer A*STAR technologies to help SMEs like AITbiotech stay competitive by delivering products with direct societal benefits," said Philip Lim, CEO of ETPL.
Video interview with Dr Masafumi Inoue: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OY_DDU2RwEY
About Exploit Technologies Pte Ltd (ETPL)
Exploit Technologies is the technology transfer arm of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). Its mission is to support A*STAR in transforming the economy through commercialising R&D. Exploit Technologies enhances the research output of A*STAR scientists by translating their inventions into marketable products or processes.
Through licensing deals with industry partners and spin-offs, Exploit Technologies is a key driver of technology transfer in Singapore. It actively engages industry leaders and players to commercialise A*STAR's technologies and capabilities, bridging the gap from Mind to Market. Exploit Technologies' charter is to identify, protect and exploit promising intellectual property (IP) created by A*STAR's research institutes. For more information, please visitwww.exploit-tech.com .
About the Experimental Therapeutics Centre (ETC)
ETC was set up in 2006 to play an increasingly important role in translating early stage scientific discoveries into practical applications. From engaging in early stage drug discovery and development to developing innovative research tools for clinical analysis, as well as setting up public-private partnerships to facilitate the advancement of drug candidates, ETC augments Singapore's capabilitiesand resources in the drug discovery process. ETC's capabilities and resources are currently focused on oncology and infectious diseases. It also incubates new technologies for commercialisation and mentors young scientists for careers in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry. For more information about ETC, visitwww.etc.a-star.edu.sg.
About Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH)
TTSH is one of Singapore's largest multi-disciplinary hospitals with more than 160 years of pioneering medical care and development. The hospital has 36 clinical and allied health departments, 15 specialist centres and is powered by more than 6,000 healthcare staff. TTSH sees over 2,000 patients at its specialist clinics and some 460 patients at its emergency department every day. TTSH is part of the National Healthcare Group, providing holistic and integrated patient care.
With a strong quality culture steeped in patient safety, TTSH constantly challenges itself to provide faster, better, cheaper and safercare for patients. To achieve this, the hospital keeps abreast and believes in investing in its staff, facilities, medical technology and system improvements. In recognition of its commitment to excellent patient care and its comprehensive range ofquality healthcare services, TTSH has been awarded the ISO 9001 certification and the prestigious Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. For more information, please visitwww.ttsh.com.sg . Follow us at TTSH.fbadd.me.
About AITBIOTECHPte Ltd
AITBIOTECH is leading Genomic Services and MDx company based in Singapore. Founded by Alex Thian in 2006, it has a core services and R&D laboratory in Singapore managed by a team of experienced biotechnologists. It provides a complete suite of Genomic Services including DNA Synthesis, Next Generation Sequencing Services, CE DNA Sequencing Services, Bioinformatics Services, PCR and Plasmid Prep Services, MDx PCR Assays and Kits to the research, healthcare and biomedical industries in Singapore and Asia. For more information, please visitwww.AITBiotech.com.
About A*STAR
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is the lead agency for fostering world-class scientific research and talent for a vibrant knowledge-based and innovation-driven Singapore. A*STAR oversees 14 biomedical sciences and physical sciences and engineering research institutes, and six consortia and centres, located in Biopolis and Fusionopolis as well as their immediate vicinity. A*STAR supports Singapore's key economic clusters by providing intellectual, human and industrial capital to its partners in industry. It also supports extramural research in universities, hospitals, research centres, and with other local and international partners. For more information about A*STAR, visitwww.a-star.edu.sg .
Dr. Sarah Chang Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) Corporate Communications DID: +65 6826 6442 Email: email@example.com Ms Amanda Lee Exploit Technologies Pte Ltd (Technology Transfer arm of A*STAR) Corporate Communications DID: +65 6478 8443 Mobile: +65 9776 4218 Email: email@example.com Mr Farren Fernandez Tan Tock Seng Hospital Assistant Director, Corporate Marketing and Communications DID: +65 6357 8415 Email: email@example.com Ms Shirley Tan AITbiotech Pte Ltd Mobile: +65 8323 6002 Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
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Exploring Apalachicola and Beyond
Find out where to shop, eat, and visit on your next jaunt to Florida's Forgotten Coast.
For Upscale Interior Decor: BLUE beach + home
The husband-and-wife owners offer a unique mix of beachy style. Jeanette Taylor prefers clean-line modern furniture, offering sleek glass lamps in the shop, while Joe favors antiques, such as the fine mahogany pieces.
• 31 Ave. E, Apalachicola; 850/653-8778
For Eclectic Decorations: Chez Funk
The hodgepodge of garden art, wall hangings, and humorous signs are all one-of-a-kind and handmade. Creations are earth-friendly, composed of recycled materials.
• 88 Market Street, Apalachicola; 850/653-3885 or chezfunkarts.net
For Beach Reads: Downtown Books & Purl
Owner Dale Julian loves to talk books and has suggestions for even the most discerning bookworms. Selections include titles by Floridian authors, best sellers, and local favorites.
• 67 Commerce Street, Apalachicola; 850/653-1290
For Culinary Goods: The Stuffed Owl
Adjacent to local fave The Owl Café, this store overflows with kitchen gadgets, picnic supplies, and specialty Owl Café spices. Shop for everything from unique imported oils and local pottery to brand-name items by Tervis and All-Clad.
• 75 Commerce Street, Apalachicola; 850/653-8960 or owlcafeflorida.com
For Fine Wines: Verandas Bistro & Wine Shop
Winning a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the past three years, this shop stocks more than 2,000 bottles from around the globe. Sample your purchase with dinner at the adjoining restaurant.
• 76 Market Street, Suite G, Apalachicola; 850/653-3210 or verandasbistro.com
For Trendy Women's Clothing: Oystercatcher
Need some nautical TOMS shoes or an Ella Moss dress for dinner? Look no further. Oystercatcher's contemporary apparel features high-end denim, swimsuits, dresses, and accessories. Meander to the back of the shop for a selection of clothing for babies and little girls.
• 79 Market Street, Apalachicola; 850/653-1616 or theoystercatcher.net
For All Ages Women's Clothing: Siren Boutique
A little bit of everything from Roxy to Vaneli fills this store. Patrons from Tallahassee won't pass through Apalachicola without stopping here.
• 76 Market Street, Suite A, Apalachicola; 850/653-3191
For Fishing Gear: Half Hitch Tackle
Stock up on Penn reels and Yo-Zuri lures while catching the latest scoop on local fishing spots from employees. The wide selection of Columbia shirts and Costa Del Mar sunglasses will outfit your next adventure.
• 212 A Hwy. 98, Port St. Joe; 850/227-7100 or halfhitch.com
Oysters: Indian Pass Raw Bar
After a hard hit from Hurricane Dennis, this locals' joint renovated its interior with a University of Florida logo–emblazed floor and flat-screen televisions. Not to worry though, the food is still as authentic―and basic―as ever. Apalachicola Bay oysters, raw, baked, or steamed are the staple, but the short menu also offers seafood gumbo, crab legs, and a couple of non-seafood items.
• 8391 Indian Pass Road, Port St. Joe; 850/227-1670
Local Seafood: Boss Oyster
First choose from more than 10 different oyster preparations, and then, for your main dish, order a seafood basket of grouper, shrimp, scallops, oysters, or crab. The waterfront seating has access to docks filled with charter and commercial boats.
• 123 Water Street, Apalachicola; 850/653-9364 or apalachicolariverinn.com
Gourmet Grub: Sunset Coastal Grill
Overlooking St. Joseph Bay, this restaurant serves dishes with inventive twists like hot crab-and-artichoke dip, panko-crusted Gulf shrimp, and lobster ravioli in an herbed cream sauce. The menu's "landlubbers" section includes steak.
• 602 Monument Ave., Port St. Joe; 850/227-7900 or sunsetcoastalgrill.com
Sweet Treats: Old Time Soda Fountain
Sit at the 1950s counter to watch your malt or float being made to order. Kids enjoy rummaging through the baskets of seashells and plastic toys for sale while waiting for generous scoops of ice cream.
• 93 Market Street, Apalachicola; 850/653-2606
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A Historical Site: Apalachicola Historic District
More than 900 structures listed in the National Register Historic District remind visitors of the town's cotton-port roots, dating to the early 1800s. Take a walking tour past stately Victorian homes, original cotton warehouses, and trade buildings. Get a map from the Chamber of Commerce.
• 122 Commerce Street, Apalachicola; 850/653-9419 or apalachicolabay.org
A State Park: St. George Island State Park
With fishing, kayaking, birding, and swimming, this state park can please the whole family. Spend a day or a weekend exploring the 9 miles of undeveloped beach, where pristine dunes and salt marshes abound. Access St. George Island by bridge from Eastpoint, Florida.
• 1900 E. Gulf Beach Drive, St. George Island; 850/927-2111 or floridastateparks.org
A Natural Aquatic Play Place: St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
Whether you like to fish, scallop, or simply boat, St. Joseph Bay provides ample space to enjoy. If you don't own a watercraft, rent one from Presnell's Bayside Marina or Happy Ours Kayak & Canoe Outpost in Port St. Joe.
• Port St. Joe; 850/227-1327 or floridastateparks.org

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General Assembly president pledges action on issues crucial to poorest countries
New York, 19 October 2007 (UN Headquarters) – Srgjan Kerim, President of the 62nd session of the United Nations General Assembly has pledged to work in an inclusive and transparent manner to address issues of greatest concern for the world's most vulnerable developing countries during his tenure and called for active support, assistance and advice in advancing those issues on the General Assembly's agenda.
Addressing a meeting of Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Landlocked Least Developing Countries (LLDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) at UN Headquarters in
Mr. Kerim told the meeting organized by the Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States that both development and the preservation of the environment were of greatest concern to the work of the General Assembly, observing that the three groups of countries, representing almost half of the Member States of the General Assembly, were particularly exposed to economic and environmental challenges.
He said he had identified climate change and the implementation of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) as priorities for the current session of the General Assembly because the two issues were closely intertwined and were also central pillars to the three comprehensive programmes of action adopted by the General Assembly for each of the three categories of countries: the Brussels Programme of Action for LDCs; the Almaty Programme of Action of the LLDCs and the Mauritius Strategy for the Implementation of the Programme of Action for the Sustainable Development of SIDS.
On the MDGs, the Assembly President said he had expressed to Member States his concern that several sub-Saharan African countries, most of whom were LDCs or LLDCs, were not on target to attain any of the MDGs.
"Let us work together to create a new climate of mutual trust and cooperation which would strengthen our ability to make meaningful and prompt progress on all of these issues", Mr. Kerim told the meeting, urging action with purpose, determination and vision where everyone accepted shared, but differentiated responsibilities. By so doing, he added, "we can nurture a new culture of international relations based on international solidarity and tolerance, equality and freedom, respect for nature and a collective responsibility for economic and social development, and international peace and security."
Addressing the meeting earlier, Cheick Sidi Diarra, Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and
Mr. Diarra further expressed his confidence that the General Assembly President would not only give due attention and support to issues of concern to the three vulnerable groups of developing countries, but also draw the attention of the Assembly and the international community to the fulfilment of the commitments made in the three programmes of action.
The meeting was also addressed by Mr. Angus Friday, Permanent Representative of Grenada to the United Nations and Chairman of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS); Ms. Ismat Jahan, Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the United Nations and chairperson of LDCs; and Amid Diallo, Charge d'Affaires, a.i. of the Permanent Mission of Mali to the United Nations and chairperson of the LLDCs.
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Most current snare drums have a low position strainer that makes it difficult for the player to reach. Adjusting the gut height or turning the guts off for a tenor sound is impossible while carrying the drum. The guts can be accidentally raised to a position too high on both ends causing a bending of the guts and incorrect head contact. Tama Marching Snare Drums strainer has the lever located near the top of the drum for easy reach while using a carrier. The lever is very stable and operates smoothly while switching from snare to tenor. The High Position Strainer also has built-in safeguards to prevent over adjusting the vertical positioning of the guts.
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"I couldn't believe that what Fujitsu was proposing was possible, but we ran the tests and were amazed by the performance on the number of discs. It was clearly the best solution at the best price and had the references to prove it."
Vincent te Koppele, Head of ICT, Ziekenhuis Gelderse Vallei
Located in Ede in the Netherlands, the Gelderse Vallei Hospital (GVH) offers 34 medical disciplines under the auspices of 156 medical specialists. It also provides a large number of paramedical disciplines, including physiotherapy and dietetics. The hospital has over 500 beds and welcomes over 21,000 inpatients as well as 147,000 outpatients each year.
Ziekenhuis Gelderse Vallei needed to replace an aging storage platform that could no longer deliver the necessary performance.
After inviting five resellers with their respective vendors to propose a solution, it selected SJ-Solutions, a Fujitsu Select Circle Partner and FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS DX200 S3 systems, based on the outstanding performance it offered on high-quality, cost-effective hardware.
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Review: Gaga taking herself too seriously
Lady Gaga would be so much easier to take - if she didn't take herself so seriously.
Her Born This Way Ball drew throngs of fans, known as little monsters, to Toyota Center on Thursday night. Some waited in line for a week to secure a spot near the stage. (The floor was general admission.) Paws were up, and they were ready to dance.
She emerged on (man-made) horseback from inside a castle setting to "Highway Unicorn (Road to Love)" and "Government Hooker."
"Born This Way" found her atop what looked like an inflatable turkey corpse, which "gave birth" to her dancers. At times, it seemed less concert than couture fashion show. And many of the costumes looked like a found materials challenge on "Project Runway." (Old tires! Air conditioning filters!)
The beginning of the show was stacked with too many songs from her overblown, underperforming "Born This Way" album. Much of the crowd ate it up, but some pockets seemed confused and disinterested.
Things finally kicked into high gear with "Bad Romance." Then, she started talking.
"I am not a woman. I am not a man. I am not human, she roared. "But when they ask you, 'Who is Lady Gaga?' You tell them that I am you."
Indeed, themes of freedom and identification and expression run rampant through the show, as do generalizations about government control. But her messages would be better served in the music, not sandwiched between dance tunes.
It made album cut "Fashion of His Love" all the more jarring, with its pink gown and girly bedroom backdrop. It did, however, set off a run of far superior tunes that included debut hit "Just Dance," "Love-Game" and "Telephone." Gaga should take her own advice and, well, just dance.
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MAYVILLE (AP) — An ex-Marine from Virginia was sentenced Monday to 25 years to life in prison for killing a New York school superintendent over a long-distance, online relationship between the school official and the man's wife.
A jury in November convicted Anthony Taglianetti, 43, of second-degree murder in the 2012 death of Keith Reed, who headed the 440-student Clymer Central School District.
Taglianetti, who drove 350 miles to shoot Reed in the back and chest, did not speak before receiving the maximum prison sentence.
"It is my fervent hope that you never again see the light of day as a free man," said Chautauqua County Judge John Ward, who said Taglianetti had devastated the community.
During the trial, District Attorney David Foley told jurors that Taglianetti was driven to kill by a sexually explicit email he discovered between his wife, Mary, and Reed. The two had a brief physical relationship in 2010 when the Taglianettis were estranged and had renewed their acquaintance online.
After arriving in rural Clymer, Taglianetti first went to the Clymer school building in search of Reed. When he learned Reed was not there, Taglianetti went to the home where Reed lived alone and shot him three times. The 51-year-old's body was found more than two days later after his failure to show up at a professional conference raised alarms.
"Taglianetti has given us a life sentence," Katelynn Olin, Reed's daughter, told the judge in asking for the harshest possible sentence.
Taglianetti, an oral historian at the Marine Corps Museum in Quantico, Va., was arrested eight days after the shooting near a campsite in Virginia. The handgun used to kill Reed was wrapped in a printout of the explicit August 2012 email.
Mr. Reed's body was discovered by Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office personnel after a missing person's report was filed the previous day.
Mr. Reed was the son of Keith and Shirley Reed; Mr. Reed Sr. served as Salamanca mayor from 1962-69 and again from 1972-75. The Reeds operated Reed's Newsroom in the city for 35 years.
Mr. Reed had served as principal at Sherburne-Earlville Central School, located between Syracuse and Albany, prior to his appointment as superintendent in Clymer in 2011.


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Goin' Back to Miami
Having said that, however, I'd like to try to get one more bucket out of that well.
Kayo, the co-author of Weis Cracks, is a smarter, more analytical person than I, and I've always copped freely to it (and can do so because I still have youth and good looks on my side). He and I have discussed what I call his "Miami theory" often, and he recently started posting on it on NDN. Because posts tend to be ephemeral, I wanted to make sure it was summarized and saved somewhere less temporary. So I've lent him the keyboard for this entry to talk about the parallels between ND of 2007 and the Miami team of 10 years ago. While it's not an iron-clad comparison, I find it thought-provoking at the very least.
Kayo, take it away.
My numbers may not be perfect, but they're at least close…
When the NCAA penalized Miami in 1995 after the Pell Grant scandal and other illegal payments, they lost 24 scholarships over the next two years, knocking them down to 61 scholarships overall. That was the second harshest penalty the NCAA has ever levied after the SMU death penalty.
When Weis arrived, he inherited only 68 scholarship players. Now there are only eight scholarship players in the current senior class and 13 in the junior class. Had ND's roster size been an NCAA penalty, it would have been the third harshest ever levied.
Except for Brady Quinn, the few players Miami was able to recruit were much better than those ND had in those two recruiting classes. Miami still attracted classes full of four- and five-star players who were recruited by other major programs, just not large classes of four- and five-star players.
The two classes preceding Weis' arrival lacked both quantity and quality, featuring few four- and five-star players. According to Tom Lemming in a South Bend Tribune article more than a year ago, "it looked like the staff at that time was resigned to battling Georgia Tech, Stanford, and Northwestern for players instead of going after the great ones." Lemming also said, "The fact is that [these] last two classes were horrible and one more class like that would have been disastrous. Notre Dame would not have rebounded for years."
Butch Davis took the Miami program after the sanctions were levied and won eight games in each of his first two seasons. Then the scholarship reductions came home to roost, and Miami went 5-6 in Davis' third year, with the five wins against lowly teams.
The Hurricanes did not beat one team the caliber of the five Notre Dame has played so far this year. They started 1-4 in 1997, opening with a victory over Baylor (2-9 in 1997). They lost three in a row to Arizona State (9-3), Pittsburgh (6-6), and West Virginia (7-5). Then they were pummeled 47-0 by a good Florida State team (10-2). Miami rallied for three wins over poor teams - Boston College (4-7), Temple (3-8), and Arkansas State (2-9). Then it lost two of its last three, the losses to Virginia Tech (7-5) and Syracuse (9-4), the win over Rutgers (0-11).
Miami improved steadily in the subsequent seasons. It won nine games each of the next two years, contended for the championship at 11-1 in 2000 (Davis's last year), and won the championship in 2001 with the plethora of talent Davis left when he went to the Browns.
When it comes to his current junior and senior classes, Weis is in a similar situation to Davis' third season. This isn't the only reason the Irish are 0-5, but it's a major factor. It's reasonable to criticize Weis' management of such a young roster, but how many coaches ever had to deal with a roster so skewed to its freshman and sophomore classes?
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Hoboken, N.J. -- January 31, 2013 -- Deborah E. Wiley, Chair of The Wiley Foundation, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (NYSE: JWa & JWb), announced today that the twelfth annual Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences will be awarded to Dr. Michael Young, Rockefeller University, Dr. Jeffrey Hall, Brandeis University (Emeritus), and Dr. Michael Rosbash, Brandeis University.
The Wiley Prize is being awarded to Dr. Young, Dr. Hall and Dr. Rosbash for the discovery of the molecular mechanisms governing circadian rhythms.
"The molecular network discovered by these researchers imparts cyclic behavior to many biological processes including sleep and wakefulness, metabolism and even the response to drugs," said Dr. Gnter Blobel, Chairman of the awards jury for the Wiley Prize.
Studies of the molecular basis for circadian rhythmicity began in the early 1980s in the laboratory of Dr. Young at Rockefeller University and Drs. Hall and Rosbash at Brandeis. Over the past three decades the work of the three investigators focused on the fruitfly Drosophila melanogaster. Their research has shown that the fly's circadian clocks are formed through the actions of a small group of genes.
These discoveries apply not only to insects but also to humans and other mammals, and they could ultimately lead to the development of drugs to treat sleep disorders and related ones such as jet lag, plus maladies associated with shift-work.
The Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences recognizes contributions that have opened new fields of research or have advanced novel concepts or their applications in a particular biomedical discipline. It honors a specific contribution or a series of contributions that demonstrate significant leadership and innovation. This year's award will be presented to Dr. Rosbash, Dr. Hall and Dr. Young on April 5, 2013 at The Rockefeller University in New York City.
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    45. See autumn leaves in New England.
    48. Celebrate 50th wedding anniversary.
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    50. Start a tradition.
I would love to be so independently wealthy that I could invest my time in a worthwhile non-profit. Something that would make the world a kinder place. Possibilities are endless.
I'm not one who actively shares. I'm much more comfortable being an observer. Outside of work, it usually takes me a few encounters to feel comfortable shedding my shell. I've never been one to strike up a conversation just because. Doing so, would be a good way to get me out of my comfort zone.
$435 Tasting Menu? Yes, please! Honestly, I'd be satisfied with one of their Prix Fixe menus $127-$250. I imagine it would be an experience of a lifetime.
Debt free seems like a dream, doesn't it? We are well on our way for that dream to come true. We have no mortgage and no credit card debt. I paid off my car a while back. Currently, the only debt in my name is the loan for our RZR 900 and the bed we purchased in June. We could pay off the bed, but no interest is accrued so we're making payments to ease the burden. Frank only has a loan in his name for his truck he purchased this summer.
Fall foliage and Spring blossoms would be such fantastic sights to see! Timing is everything.
I've hosted holiday dinners and had friends over for dinner. I'm thinking of dinner party with three courses or something along those lines.
I would love nothing more than to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary (and more). That would be April 17, 2054 (crazy!) My heart melts whenever couples weather all those years together. My cousins grandparents just celebrated their 62nd anniversary. How awesome is that?!
It seems silly that visiting the make up counter made the list, and it might be, but it is what it is. I never learned to apply make up so you'd think it'd be natural to pay it a visit, but for whatever reason I am extremely intimidated by the idea. One of these days, I need to bite the bullet and try.
Traditions usually begin when you start a family, since it's just Frank and I we've never really established anything. I tend to make gouda pork chops for Christmas dinner and we try to make an annual trip to San Francisco each fall for crab season. Maybe those count?


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Good evening. You know, rural Americans are a special people. Their labor puts food on our table and fuel in our gas tanks. Their service in our military sets a powerful example of leadership, honor and sacrifice. Their spirit of community inspires us all.
President Obama's fight for rural America is personal. He was raised by a single mom and grandparents from Kansas. He hails from a farming state, Illinois. And he understands the challenges that rural communities and families face today: protecting their middle-class way of life, preserving their heartland values.
Last week, we heard folks at the other convention say they want to "take our country back." But here's what I noticed: they didn't say back to what. Well, we know what backwards looks like. We know what happened to middle-class families after two tax cuts for people who didn't need them; after deregulation of the banking and housing sectors; after the historic recession that followed.
And we know how far we've come. Today, President Obama is helping farmers sell their products in new markets—here and abroad—spurring economic opportunity and development in rural areas. Today, President Obama is infusing new capital into rural communities, providing a record number of loans to farmers and small business owners, revitalizing aging infrastructure and boosting job creation.
Today, President Obama is making smart investments in clean energy—wind, solar, biofuels —as part of an all-of-the-above energy strategy that supports thousands of jobs, not in the Middle East, but in the Midwest. And in this season of severe drought, President Obama has acted to help, while calling on Congress to act as well. Because he understands that, in tough times, Americans pull together.
From here, we have more to do—much more. And President Obama has a detailed plan for a new rural economy: more support for small businesses making, creating and innovating; more investment in the production of bio-fuels and other bio-materials; more trade and more markets. Rural Americans want leaders who help middle-class communities to plan and prosper over the long-term—not opportunists who reap the rewards for themselves, leaving nothing for the people who do the sowing. They deserve leaders who appreciate their contributions, who believe in their potential, and who care enough to invest in their communities. And that's what they have in President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden.
Last week, we heard from the party that wants to take the country back. Well, in America's heartland, we're voting for President Obama, the president who will keep our country and rural America moving forward.


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GALVESTON - A suspended Galveston judge Thursday denied in court allegations that he plotted to kill his former wife and flee with his children to New Zealand.
County Court-at-Law Judge Christopher Dupuy denied during a hearing in a custody dispute over his two children that he discussed hiring someone to kill his ex-wife. He also denied planning to stage his death in a boating accident before fleeing the country. Dupuy had custody of the boy, 10, and the girl, 8, until his wife cited the alleged murder plot in filing for an emergency protective order. She retains custody until a ruling on the order.
Dupuy's denial follows inconsistent testimony by self-described former fiancée Tara Compton, who invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self incrimination when first asked about the alleged murder plot on the witness stand. Compton gave a detailed account of the alleged plot to kill Dupuy's former wife, Adrienne Viterna, the second time she testified, then backed away from the allegation when she made her third appearance.
"Did you tell Tara Compton you would hire a lowlife to kill your ex-wife?" Viterna attorney Lori Laird asked Dupuy. "No," Dupuy replied.
A Galveston County grand jury indicted Dupuy May 21 on eight criminal counts relating to his official conduct, including two felony counts of official oppression. A civil suit to remove him from office was filed the next day and the State Commission on Judicial Conduct suspended him May 24.
The Texas Attorney General's Office, which is prosecuting the criminal charges and bringing the civil suit, began looking into the murder plot allegations before the indictments were issued.
In a signed affidavit given to Laird May 20, the same day she gave a similar statement to investigators for presentation to a grand jury investigation of Dupuy, Compton said that Dupuy planned to put the murder plan into motion after his term in office expired in 2014.
Because of a gag order imposed by District Judge Ben Hardin, who is presiding over the custody case, the questioning by Laird gave Dupuy his first opportunity to answer the allegations publicly.
Dupuy also denied that he had told Compton he could don a ski mask and shoot her husband in the face and escape detection.
Although Compton said on the stand that she and Dupuy were engaged in January, Dupuy said they were never engaged. "I never proposed to Tara," he said.
He said he had discussed vacationing in New Zealand, but not remaining there. Dupuy also was asked about a text message he sent to Compton saying they would "live happily ever after in New Zealand."
Dupuy said it was a reference of his desire to remove his children from the constant court battles.


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Before he talks any more about becoming an "American Idol" judge, Howard Stern might want to take another listen to "Psychedelic Bee."
The song, as hardcore Howard fans remember, was written and recorded by Stern, along with some sixth-grade buddies, circa 1966. The tune is funny, sweet and pretty good for a bunch of school kids.
But for Stern, his childhood stab at rock stardom has been a longstanding comedy bit – an excuse to mix nostalgia and with a heavy dose of self-flagellation.
The creator of "Psychedelic Bee" mused this week on his satellite radio show about replacing Simon Cowell as the bad-guy evaluator of young talent on "American Idol," saying he'd judge "that f---ing karaoke contest" for $100 million a year (not that anyone has made him an offer yet).
Whether Stern is seriously entertaining the notion – or just using the notion to entertain his audience – is unclear. But the publicity bonanza aside, becoming an "Idol" judge might not be the best move for Stern – or the Fox show.
Cowell is blunt to a fault, and sometimes crosses the line from critical to cruel, though he's calmed down a tad in the last couple of years. However he expresses himself, Cowell's opinion is often on-target – and he ultimate takes the competition very seriously.
While Stern has been around music for years, his game is comedy – he takes nothing seriously, and picks apart everyone, from public figures who deserve to be lampooned to off-the-street characters who would be better off left alone. It's hard to imagine the man who judged "Butt Bongo" contests letting some poor deluded talentless teenager down easy.
He also runs the risk of alienating both his loyal fans if he tones down his act too much for "Idol," and the show's core family-oriented audience, which might not be able to stomach even a mellowed Stern.
For Fox, replacing Cowell is a tricky business. There's a delicate balance in maintaining the show's appeal: is "Idol" more about the judges or the contestants? To succeed and thrive amid panel changes, the show ultimately needs to be more about the young singing hopefuls.
Both "Idol" and Stern are at crossroads. Ellen DeGeneres, another out-sized personality, debuted as a permanent "Idol" judge Tuesday night, replacing Paula Abdul. Cowell is leaving at the end of the season to work on an American version of his successful international TV talent show franchise, "The X Factor."
Stern, meanwhile, is figuring out what to do with the rest of his life after his $500 million Sirius XM contract runs out at the end of the year.
There's been talk about him returning to terrestrial radio, though his future is far from certain. He's been getting plenty of attention, which he's been missing on a mass level since going to satellite radio in 2006.
As much as he must like the buzz, Stern, as he mulls his next move, would be wise to remember than even a psychedelic bee can sting.
Hester is founding director of the award-winning, multi-media NYCity News Service at the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism. He is the former City Editor of the New York Daily News, where he started as a reporter in 1992. Follow him on Twitter.


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Discover all there is to know about our Dover to Calais route with these frequently asked questions.
Please can I have a quote?
Of course! We've created a really quick and easy way to get a quote – just fill in the farefinder on the left hand side and we'll do the rest. Not a fan of the web? No problem - email us at firstname.lastname@example.com and one of our helpful and friendly agents will put together a quote for you. By the way, our fares do change so we can't give a written quote - it could be out of date by the time you come to book!
Can I turn up at the port and buy a ticket on the day?
You bet, as long as we have room.
Did you know that this isn't the cheapest way of doing it though? You'll get our best fares if you book in advance. Check it out online or give us an email at firstname.lastname@example.com and we'll do rest.
I'm pregnant – can I travel?
Congratulations! There is a little extra admin for our travelling mothers-to-be, if you're more than 38 weeks – we'll need a doctor's certificate so we know you're fit and healthy enough to sail the high seas.
Can I take my pet?
Unfortunately we can't accommodate our furry little friends on the passenger decks so foot passengers aren't able to travel with their pets unless they're assistance pets. Assistance pets travel for free so please give us a call on 08716 64 64 64 and we'll book your crossing for you.
Travelling by car? Not a problem, your pets can sail with us but will need to stay in the car for the journey. Take a look at our pets page to find out how to make sure they have the most comfortable crossing possible.
Do I need a passport?
Sure do! Be sure to pack your passport ready for your arrivals at ports
I don't know my vehicle registration – how can I book online?
Don't worry! Put "TBA" when booking online and email us on email@example.com as soon as you know
How do I book different passenger numbers on each leg of my reservation?
Easy peasy! You'll find a little check box in the fare finder - "the same passengers/vehicle are returning", uncheck this and pop in your different passenger numbers.
How do I book a one way trip online?
Select "Single" before you choose your route, or select "one way" in the return drop down menu…the choice is yours.
Can I book 2 vehicles/motorbikes/bicycles on one reservation?
Afraid not – we can't currently book more than one vehicle per reservation.
I need a booking confirmation
No problem, this will be sent to your email address once the booking is completed. You can also re-print the details of your booking by going into My Account, View the booking you want, and select Print Booking Details on the top right hand corner.
Please can I have a VAT receipt for my booking?
There's no need on a tourist (non-commercial) ticket as VAT is not applied! The ticket that you receive at check-in acts as a receipt for the transaction anyway.
If you reeeeaaallly need a confirmation showing the total cost to you drop us an email at email@example.com and we'll email you a copy.
Will I receive tickets before I travel?
You won't receive tickets from us, but feel free to print off your confirmation if you prefer to have something to refer to when you check-in. Otherwise you can just make a note of your booking reference and quote that at check-in.
Is there a bus from the port to the train station?
Please note that from 01/09/16 there will no longer be a bus transfer between the port of Calais and Calais town centre or Calais-Vile train station. The terminal is about 30 minutes walking from the town centre or the train station (Calais-ville). The other option is a taxi (approximately €6 - 10€ to the train station). Our staff at the ticket office will be happy to call a taxi for our customers if necessary.
Is there parking at the port?
As from the 30th September 2015 the multi-storey car park in the Eastern Docks will be closed and there will be no dedicated parking for our foot passengers. If long term guaranteed parking is required, please contact one of the following independent parking companies:
Relyon Parking Telephone: 01304 201227; Email: firstname.lastname@example.com Port Parking Accredited with Park Mark Award Tel:01304 210880 & Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
There is free drop off parking outside the Eastern Docks for 15 minutes.
In Calais the Terminal Building/Travel Centre is open 24 hours. Customers are not able to pay cash at the vehicle check-in booths. Instead, they should follow the signs to the Travel Centre.
Short & Long term Free Unsupervised Parking is available outside the terminal building. Not all car parking outside the terminal building is free of charge. Calais Car Parking Charges (where charged): 0-2hrsFree, 3hrs€2.00, 4hrs€2.50, 5hrs€3.00, 6hrs€3.50, 7hrs€4.00, 8hrs€4.50, 24hrs€5.00, 2 days€9.00, 3 days€13.00, 4 days€17.00, 5 days€21.00, 6 days€25.00, 7 days€29.00, 8 days€32.00, 9 days€35.00, 10 days€38.00, 11 days€41.00, 12 days€44.00, 13 days€47.00, 14 days€50.00. There is a €2 Supplement per day over 14 days.
I need directions to the port
You'll find everything you need on our "Don't miss the boat" page, including Satnav coordinates: FIND THE PORT
directions and address details.
How do I make an amendment to my booking?
Simple. Go to My Account, select Show Journey Details in the My Journeys section. Find the one you want to amend, and select Amend or Cancel. If the Amend or Cancel icons are not available to select, email us at firstname.lastname@example.com and we'll give you a hand.
Is there a charge to amend my booking?
This will depend on the type of ticket you booked. Saver tickets incur an amendment fee, a re-price and are not refundable. All of our other ticket types offer more flexibility and/or comfort and do not incur an amendment fee, hurrah!
I've changed my details\, do I need a new confirmation?
Nope you're good to go, your booking reference will remain the same.
How can I add Priority loading?
If you're making your booking online, Priority loading will be displayed on the Extras page as a possible upgrade. Priority not showing up as an Extra? It's probably not available for your vehicle type or it could be fully booked for your chosen sailing.
If you've already booked but you'd like to add Priority on, just go to My Account, select Show Journey Details in the My Journeys section, find the crossing you want to add Priority to and select Amend or Cancel. If the Amend or Cancel icon is not showing give us an email at email@example.com and we'll give you a hand.
How can I add Club Lounge?
If you're making your booking online, Club Lounge will be displayed on the Extras page as a possible upgrade.
If you've already booked but you'd like to add Club Lounge to your booking, just go to My Account, select Show Journey Details in the My Journeys section, find the crossing you want to add Club Lounge to and select Amend or Cancel. If the Amend or Cancel icon is not showing give us an email at firstname.lastname@example.com and we'll give you a hand.
Can I cancel my booking? How much will it cost? Will I get a refund?
This does depend on your ticket type. Take a look at our terms and conditions, paragraph 4iii) for the facts.
If I miss my sailing, can I get on another ferry?
Yes you can, if we've got room and your ticket type is flexible. Check out the terms and conditions, paragraph 4iii) and our Which Ticket? Page for the details.
How to contact us?
For all the details, take a look at our contact us page.
Lost property?
If you've lost something on your travels there's a lost property office at Dover port for things lost in and around the port – call 01304 203965 for more info. They're open Monday & Tuesday 09.00 – 16.30 and Wednesday 09.00 – 12.00.
For items lost onboard call us on 08712 220 209, we're open 09.00 – 17.30 Monday to Friday.
What can I bring with me?
When you travel with us there are no baggage restrictions – it's simply a case of how much you can squeeeeeze in!
However, there are a few items you cannot carry, when you sail with us, for security reasons:
Fuel: No fuel containers may be carried.
Gas: Gas cylinders can be carried but must be declared at the time of booking. On Short Sea and North Sea routes, gas with a weight of up to 47kg (excluding the weight of the gas receptacle) may be carried. On Irish Sea routes, up to 3 gas cylinders of no more than 11.2kg may be carried. All cylinders must be adequately secured against movement of the ship with the supply shut off at the cylinders during the trip. Leaking and inadequately secured or connected cylinders will be refused shipment.
A maximum of 6 cylinders of medical oxygen for personal use may be carried, as long as a letter – stating they're required for medical reasons - from your doctor is provided.
Firearms: Any passenger wishing to travel with firearms, airguns or ammunition must phone our Contact Centre on 0800 130 0030 to obtain a firearms registration form. Any required licences must be carried for all such items. Foot passengers are not permitted to carry firearms. Please note, it is your responsibility to fulfil any customs regulations, criteria or law with respect to the carriage of any firearms, airguns or ammunition. You will also need a European Firearms Pass to take firearms into EU states.
Explosive substances: No explosives may be carried.
Alcohol: It is forbidden for passengers to take alcohol on board for consumption whilst travelling. Passengers that bring alcohol on board for their own consumption run the risk of confiscation by our security agents. Alcohol should be consumed only if that was purchased on board in the bars or restaurants. We reserve the right to to confiscate all alcohol which was not purchased in the bars or restaurants without compensation (this also applies to alcohol purchased in stores on board if consumed whilst travelling).
I have an electric car
If you're a friend to the environment and are looking after it by driving an electric car, please make sure you top up your supply before you leave the UK as currently we are unable to charge them during the crossing.
What are lite night services?
If you're looking to save a few pennies or just want to avoid the rush, you may be travelling during our "lite night" service. If you are, please remember that not all of our facilities will be open during these times, The Brasserie will be closed but you can still enjoy a hot meal on board.
You can also still enjoy the extra luxury of Club Lounge on a 'self-service' basis on both the Spirit of Britain and the Spirit of France. Please note that a complimentary glass of wine will replace Champagne during Lite Night service and access to the lounge is only available via entry scanner boarding card.
Also, don't forget that if you're travelling using only your legs, foot passengers cannot travel during this time.
Lite nights operate at the following times: Dover-Calais 20:05 – 04:50 and Calais-Dover 23:25 – 08:50 inclusive.
Please note that our The Brasserie and Club Lounge services are reduced or closed during off-peak periods throughout the year, the dates of which are as follows: • 4 January – 9 February • 20 February – 30 March • 8 May – 24 May • 11 September – 19 October • 30 October – 1 December During these dates The Brasserie will be shut on all sailings.
Eating & Drinking FAQs
1.) Can I pre-book my meals before travel?
If you're sailing on our North Sea route then yes you can! Please select the option to add meals at the payment stage online or over the telephone if you're calling to book.
2.) Are there options suitable for children in The Brasserie?
The Brasserie offers specially selected children's sized meal options and they have their own menu too!
3.) My children are fussy eaters, what types of dishes are available?
The children's menu includes favourites such as; Birds Eye fish fingers, Pop-in chicken crispy breaded fillets, macaroni cheese, spaghetti bolognaise, pizza plus starter and dessert options and a separate breakfast choice. If your child is sensitive to, or allergic to any of our ingredients, please ask us for assistance.
4.) Do you offer gluten free options?
Yes we do! We have a wide selection including; the award winning kale and cauliflower tart served with a white bean cassoulet. Also, where available we offer the following products in the cafés/Food Court/Kitchen; Apple Crumble Cake Slice, Baby Victoria Sponge, Baby Chocolate Sponge, Egg Mayonnaise and Watercress Sandwich Thins, Tennent's gluten free lager and we serve La Selva Privo DOC Maremma Toscana – an organic wine with no added sulphites - in the Brasserie restaurant.
5.) I have allergies, do you have information on board?
We have a food allergy policy and offer full information about all of the food on board our ships and our restaurant staff are trained to help and advise you with any food related queries you many have. There is a food allergy notice displayed at the entrance to the food areas and where practical, near the food itself.
6.) What is the difference between the Brasserie and the Food Court/Kitchen?
The Food Court is all about hearty, traditional family favourites such as fish & chips or a delicious curry and also includes snacks, sandwiches and other chilled options. The Brasserie offers a fine dining experience where our waiters will take care of you whether you'd like a full cooked breakfast, a light bite or a three course dinner.
7.) What time are the onboard restaurants open?
The Brasserie is open from breakfast throughout the day until late evening. The Kitchen (North Sea) from wake up call to disembarkation. The Food Court (Short Sea) is open 24 hours
8.) I'm travelling on the North Sea route, can I bring my own food with me?
We pride ourselves on offering lots of choice on our North Sea route; bars, cafes, Brasserie restaurant and our buffet style restaurants. If you wish to bring your own snacks with you for your cabin this is also fine.
9.) My child is still very young. Do we pay full price for their food?
We offer free Heinz baby food to any child between 0-18 months. Our kid's menu options are also adjusted in price accordingly.
10.) Where do you source your meat?
We source our meat from a Master butcher using the EBLEX quality standard, which sources the highest levels of independently-inspected quality assurance for meat in the England, for example the fillet and sirloin in the Brasserie is sourced from a farm in Northamptonshire.
11.) Are any of your on board food and drink products ethically sourced?
All of our fish is sustainably sourced, our cod comes from sustainably sourced waters on the North Atlantic. Our sausages are sourced using farm assured, English pork, our eggs are British Lion Marked free range.
Starbucks Coffee - Fairtrade certified. Also, they are well known for their ethical and responsible sourcing and trading policies. Starbucks Tea (Tazo) – Working with Mercy Corps to create lasting changes to tea growing communities Starbucks Chocolate (Hot Chocolate, and Chocolate confectionery) – Fairtrade certified.
Non Starbucks coffee – Organic, Fair, and Ethically Sourced beans, Tea – PG Tea is Rainforest Alliance Certified, Non Starbucks Hot Chocolate – Fairtrade certified
12.) Are any of your on board food and drink products locally sourced?
Kent Crisps – Made from potatoes grown near Ramsgate, Spitfire Ale – Brewed by Shepherd Neame in Faversham, Bishop's Finger Ale - Brewed by Shepherd Neame in Faversham, Shepherd Neame IPA - Brewed by Shepherd Neame in Faversham, Paljas Blond Beer – Brewed in Zeebrugge, Paljas IPA – Brewed in Zeebrugge, Three Choirs Dry White Wine – An English wine from Gloucestershire available in the Brasserie.
13.) We're celebrating a special occasion on board, can we bring our own cake?
Please speak to the ship staff about this once on board and arrangements can be made with the chef and restaurant staff.


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Now you can truly start making your Lollapalooza plans.
The lineup for the annual Grant Park music festival was finally unveiled at midnight, revealing a roster of acts that were leaked weeks ago, and throwing some pleasant surprises in the mix.
Not surprisingly, the headliners are Lady Gaga, Soundgarden, Green Day, Arcade Fire, The Strokes and Phoenix.
Other notable acts that should draw a crowd include Erykah Badu, fresh off her naked stunt in Dallas, Chicago's Mavis Staples, MGMT and plenty of weed anthems from Cypress Hill.
Let the debate begin on whether this year's lineup is worthy of your dollar. Outspoken Lollapalooza-critic Jim DeRogatis called it "Chicago's musical Walmart on the Lake" and characterized the remaining lineup as an "Old Country Buffet-style smorgasbord of established indie-rock buzz bands."
The Chicago Tribune's Greg Kot says "diversity is lacking" on the bill, while Time Out Chicago calls it the "most soulful Lolla yet" with artists such as reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, Raphael Saadiq and Nigerian singer Nneka.
As for Chicago talent, there's a sprinkling on the bill with the aforementioned Staples, Company of Thieves and DJ sets by Flosstradamus and Team Bayside High on Perry's stage.
Discuss. Debate. And rock out.
Lollapalooza is set for August 6-8 in Grant Park.
Full Lolla Slate Revealed
Lady Gaga, Soundgarden among headliners
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In yet another example of the role played by political pressure in shaping school curriculum, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has found merit in the demand to include Rani Avantibai Lodhi in school textbooks.
Last year, following an uproar engineered by MPs of the Bharatiya Janata Party and Bahujan Samaj Party in the Rajya Sabha during the monsoon session, the HRD ministry had advised NCERT to consider the inclusion of the 19th century freedom fighter in textbooks. The protest had led to two adjournments in Parliament.
The council, apparently convinced by the 'sentiment' of the House, has made Rani Avantibai Lodhi a part of popular recall. The freedom fighter has been mentioned in NCERT's social science textbook for Class VIII – on pages 58 and 59 under chapter five called 'When People Rebel' – from the new academic session that began last month.
Rani Avantibai rose in revolt against the British during the country's first war of independence in 1857. She ruled over the Ramgarh state, today in Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh. She is known to people in the state through folklore and, that apart, there isn't much information available. The story of her battle with the English has often been likened to that of Rani Laxmi Bai, a must-read in history curricula followed by schools across the country.
(courtesy: MailOnlineIndia & Ritika Chopra)
Read the full story: Avantibai who? Read the NCERT textbook
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Burchett Named USHL Forward Of The Week
SIOUX FALLS, SD -- The United States Hockey League announced Monday that Keith Burchett has been named CCM Hockey Co-Forward of the Week. Burchett earned the honors after recording five points in three games last weekend for the Sioux Falls Stampede.
On Wednesday, Burchett tallied the Stampede's only goal in a 7-1 loss to the U.S. Under-18 Development Program and followed that up with a three-point night against Youngstown on Friday. Burchett help set up the Stampede's second, fourth and fifth goals in a 6-1 rout of the Phantoms. On Saturday, Burchett tallied the Herd's third goal of the game to help cement a 3-1 victory and weekend sweep of Youngstown. The wins improved the Stampede's record to 9-4-1 on the year and kept them just two points behind Omaha for first place in the Western Conference.
The Oak Brook, Illinois native has recorded 10 points (4g, 6a) and a plus-3 rating in 14 games this season and is currently riding a four-game point streak. Burchett was a sixth round draft pick of the Stampede during Phase 2 of the 2013 USHL Draft. Last season, Burchett posted 39 points (17g, 22a) in 31 games with the Chicago Mission Major Midget team. He has already committed to play collegiate hockey at Bowling Green State University.
Burchett and the Stampede return to action this Friday when they travel to Waterloo to face the Black Hawks at 7:05 PM. The Herd are back home at the Sioux Falls Arena on Saturday when they host rival Sioux City at 7:05 PM.
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Miller's two blasts help Erasmo erase Angels
Shortstop collects fourth career multihomer game; righty strikes out six
ANAHEIM -- Shortstop Brad Miller and first baseman Justin Smoak provided the offensive punch, and young right-hander Erasmo Ramirez delivered seven strong innings on the mound as the Mariners won their second straight game over the Angels with an 8-3 decision on Tuesday night.
Miller ripped a pair of home runs and had three RBIs to lead the way, with his two-run shot in the ninth giving new closer Fernando Rodney a comfortable cushion for his Mariners debut.
Miller has hit 10 home runs in 78 games since his midseason callup last season, with eight of those coming in four multihomer games.
"He's got a chance to be a big-time player," said Mariners skipper Lloyd McClendon. "We really like what he brings to the table, and it was really good to see him come through."
Smoak also has been delivering early. He went 2-for-4 and his three-run double in the third helped propel Seattle to a quick 4-0 lead, giving Ramirez a nice cushion and assuring the Mariners a series win against a team that posted a 7-2 record against them a year ago at Angel Stadium.
The 27-year-old Smoak is 4-for-8 with six RBIs after two games, a welcome beginning for Seattle's switch-hitting cleanup hitter. Smoak drove in just five runs in all of April last season and didn't get his sixth RBI until May 10, finishing the season with just 50 RBIs despite a career-best 20 home runs in 131 games.
"It's good," he said of the initial success with runners in scoring position. "Any time you can do that, it gives your team a better chance. Erasmo pitched his butt off tonight, and I just had to go out there with guys in scoring position and try to have a good at-bat, not do too much and hopefully come up big. That's kind of the goal right now."
The Mariners need Smoak to provide protection behind new $240 million second baseman Robinson Cano, and the big man came through in a big way with his three-run double after C.J. Wilson intentionally walked Cano to load the bases with two outs in the third.
Smoak understood the strategy of walking Cano ahead of him.
"No doubt. Why wouldn't you?" Smoak said. "I don't care if it's lefty-on-lefty or what. There's a reason why they do that. I like facing C.J., and I was just up there trying to have a good at-bat and I was able to get the job done."
Wilson wasn't sold on the notion of walking the left-handed Cano, even though Cano has hit .355 (11-for-31) off him in his career. No matter the numbers, Wilson felt it was strange to put a lefty on and then face the switch-hitting Smoak from the right side.
"Yes," Wilson said. "No more questions on that one."
Angels manager Mike Scioscia wasn't about to second guess the move, however.
"Robinson Cano is the guy you want to try to minimize as much as you can," Scioscia said. "Justin Smoak, give him credit -- got some big hits last night, got some big hits tonight. If that continues, then Robinson Cano will get some pitches to hit. But right now, you're going to want Justin Smoak to swing the bat instead of Robinson."
Smoak, who on Monday became the first Mariner in franchise history to total three RBIs and three runs scored in an Opening Day game, now has a pair of three-RBI games right out of the gate. He had just two three-RBI games all of last season.
New Mariners leadoff man Abraham Almonte also continued to deliver early as the 24-year-old rookie stroked an RBI double in the third, while left fielder Dustin Ackley went 2-for-3 with a walk and a run-scoring double. Ackley is off to a .571 start (4-for-7) with four RBIs.
Ramirez, elevated to the No. 2 starter role in the wake of Hisashi Iwakuma's finger injury, outpitched Wilson, who was a 17-game winner for the Angels last year.
The 23-year-old, sporting a 6-6 record and 4.44 ERA in 21 previous career starts over the past two seasons, lived up to McClendon's faith by allowing just two runs on six hits with no walks and six strikeouts while throwing 93 pitches.
"I just knew he was ready," McClendon said. "He did a pretty darn good job of executing his pitches. He made a couple mistakes with strategy early, but other than that, I thought he did a fabulous job."
The Angels only got to Ramirez in the fourth with a two-run blast to center field by former Mariner Raul Ibanez. Howie Kendrick then reached on an error by Miller and Hank Conger blooped a broken-bat single into shallow right just between Cano and rookie right fielder Stefen Romero.
But with Hector Noesi warming quickly in the bullpen, Ramirez dug in and struck out Erick Aybar and Kole Calhoun, pumping his fist after escaping that jam with a 4-2 lead.
The Angels scored an unearned run off Tom Wilhelmsen in the eighth on a throwing error by Cano to cut the margin to 6-3, but veteran lefty Joe Beimel came in and picked David Freese off first base for the final out without throwing a pitch in his initial Mariners appearance.
It's been 951 days since Beimel last pitched in a Major League game with the Pirates in 2011 ... and he still hasn't thrown a pitch, though he did get a huge out.
"I have no problems with getting the best result out of the least amount of work possible," Beimel said. "I think I was out just long enough for them to forget I have a pretty good move to first. I'll take it."


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Pardon the Interruption—Pulitzer Prize-Nominated Caitlin Rother Talks True Crime
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With the e-book release of Pulitzer Prize-nominated Caitlin Rother's first foray into fiction, Naked Addiction, we pause to share a snippet of her expertise. As a long-time journalist and crime writer, Rother details the horror behind the true story Dead Reckoning.
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When posting bugs in the forums it will help prevent confusion if we follow a standard format. We want to fix all of the bugs that you are experiencing so you can go back to having fun but it can be difficult to know what to do if we don't understand exactly what the problem is.
Each bug should have the following sections.Originally Posted by Buny
This is where you describe the bug that is happening in the game right now. You should include any details that seem relevant like the frequency the bug happens, anything out of the ordinary that might have caused it, or if you were able to reproduce the result.
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Here is an example bug written in this format.
Nevermore's ultimate does less damage then it should at close range. It appears to be fine at long range.
1) Level up nevermore to at least level 6. 7 might be better so you can get max level Necromastery
2) Collect souls up to your maximum so you can shoot your ulti at full strength.
3) Get right up next to an enemy (I used the invis sword)
4) Cast your ultimate
The target next to you will take damage like they were only hit with one or two of the lines sent out by the ultimate.
Units really close to nevermore should be hit several times. I'd say closer to 6 or 7.
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Mass Fatah rally in Hamas-ruled Gaza
GAZA CITY, Palestinian Territories - Hundreds of thousands of supporters of Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas's Fatah party on Friday held their first mass rally in Gaza since Hamas seized control of the territory in 2007, according to a Fatah spokesman.
Hamas, in a sign of reconciliation with Fatah, permitted the rally to go ahead as the climax of a week of Gaza festivities celebrating the 48th anniversary of Fatah taking up arms against Israel.
Demonstrators waved Palestinian and Fatah flags and carried pictures of Abbas, an AFP correspondent reported.
"This crowd is a vote in favour of (Abbas's) Palestinian Authority and shows that Fatah is still out in front," local Fatah leader Selim al-Zaraei said.
The centrepiece of the event was a short speech by Abbas from his West Bank headquarters in Ramallah, beamed to the Gaza crowd on giant screens.
"Victory is near and we will meet you in Gaza in the near future," the Palestinian president said.
"Gaza was the first Palestinian territory rid of (Israeli) occupation and settlement and we want a lifting of the blockade so that it can be free and linked to the rest of the nation."
Fatah Gaza spokesman Fayez Abou Eita said ahead of the speech: "Hundreds of thousands of people are currently taking part in the public festivities."
Hamas congratulated Fatah on the anniversary in a statement, saying it considered it a "celebration of national unity and a success for Hamas as well as Fatah."
"This positive atmosphere is a step on road to restoring national unity," it said.
Abbas's address was to be followed by a speech by senior Fatah official Nabil Shaath, who travelled to Gaza from the West Bank for the event.
He was to be followed by Hamas official Rawhi Mushtaha, who was to speak in the name of all the Palestinian factions.
Several thousand supporters gathered at the beginning of the festivities on Monday night at the Saraya complex in Gaza City, holding pictures of late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat and Abbas, and waving Fatah flags as fireworks went off.
Similar events took place across the Gaza Strip.
Hamas and Fatah had been at loggerheads since the Islamist movement seized control of Gaza in June 2007, following its victory in Palestinian parliamentary elections the previous year.
But under Egyptian mediation, the two groups reached a unity agreement in April 2011, although it has so far not been implemented.
The anniversary commemorates the first operation against Israel claimed by Fatah's armed wing, then known as Al-Assifa (The Thunderstorm in Arabic), on January 1, 1965.
Israel considers Hamas a terrorist organisation, and is opposed to it moving closer to Fatah.