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Younger Skin at Any Age
Dermatologists offer advice on how to keep skin smooth and healthy.
Robyn Lehr
Growing old gracefully isn't a lost art―it's just a forgotten one. For all those women who think the scalpel or the syringe is the only way to stay "young," here's a news flash: "About 80 percent of aging is caused by environmental factors, things you have control over," says Leslie Baumann, a dermatologist and the director of the University of Miami Cosmetic Center, in Florida. Real Simple went to eight female dermatologists to find out their own at-home anti-aging routines. They all offer a sensible approach: Protect your skin, use the right skin-care ingredients, and get on with your life.
Twelve Ways to Delay Aging
- Wear sunscreen every day. You've heard it before: Sun exposure is the number one cause of premature aging. Ultraviolet light from the sun―or a tanning bed―breaks down collagen and elastin, the substances that keep skin smooth and firm. To help minimize damage and wrinkles, stay out of the sun and follow these tips.
- Apply sunscreen liberally. A too-thin layer of SPF (sun protection factor) 15 is equal to only about SPF 7. Use a shot glass-size amount to cover your body and a teaspoonful to cover your face.
- Don't forget your legs. "We find more cases of malignant melanomas on women's legs than on their faces," says Heidi Waldorf, director of laser and cosmetic dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center, in New York City.
- Don't rely on SPF-enhanced makeup. Chances are you don't wear enough of it to defend your skin.
- Choose sunglasses with UV protection. Good sunglasses help prevent cataracts, and they also keep you from squinting, which can, over time, break down the collagen around your eyes and cause crow's-feet.
- Avoid smoky situations. If you smoke, quit. And nonsmokers should be aware that chronic exposure to secondhand smoke can damage skin. According to Karyn Grossman, a Santa Monica-based dermatologist, smoke, like the sun, bombards you with free radicals that make skin sallow, break down its collagen, and slow its ability to heal. To fend off damage, Grossman suggests products containing antioxidants, which neutralize free radicals. Her favorite antioxidants are vitamin C, vitamin E, and green tea. "The studies back up their efficacy the most," she says.
- Be conscious of repetitive movements. Between smiling, frowning, and talking, your face makes thousands of movements a day. Over time, these repetitive motions lead to deeper lines. It would be unrealistic (not to mention Stepford-like) to stop showing your emotions, but some habits can be curbed. "We're not saying, 'Don't live; don't move,'" says Debra Jaliman, a New York City dermatologist. "But if you're constantly drinking through a straw, chewing gum, or smoking, you're breaking down the collagen around your mouth. And the wrinkles will come earlier."
- Stop picking! It's hard to resist the urge to do a little at-home surgery on a pimple, but the mark it might leave is the most persuasive reason not to. "As you age, acne scars often end up looking more like wrinkles," says Grossman. "If you have a pimple on your cheek near where a wrinkle forms, it will make the wrinkle deeper."
- Cleanse with alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). They help remove the top layer of dead skin cells to reveal a fresh layer underneath. "Alpha hydroxy acids (such as glycolic acid) unclog pores and help your skin look smoother," says Alyson C. Penstein, a dermatologist in New York City. Note: If you have oily or acne-prone skin, try a cleanser with a beta hydroxy acid (BHA).
- Use an anti-aging cream at night. New anti-aging creams arrive on cosmetics counters all the time―with bigger claims and heftier price tags. But good old retinoids, which contain a vitamin A derivative, are still the gold standard. "Many studies support retinoids, and they have withstood the test of time," says Marianne O'Donoghue, an associate professor of dermatology at the Rush University Medical Center, in Chicago. Retinoids encourage the skin to renew itself, smoothing fine lines and helping to repair sun damage. They are found in prescription creams, such as Renova and Retin-A, and in lower concentrations in over-the-counter retinol creams. Note: Retinoids can be irritating at first, so apply sparingly. They also leave skin vulnerable to sunburn. If your skin is extra-sensitive, try a milder cream containing kinetin, an ingredient found in plants that has been shown to smooth lines.
- Try a weekly exfoliation treatment. Most professional antiaging treatments―including chemical peels and microdermabrasion―shed skin to clear up uneven pigmentation and encourage collagen growth. Now there are effective treatments that are gentle enough to use at home. Robin Ashinoff, director of cosmetic dermatology at the Hackensack University Medical Center, in New Jersey, suggests using a chemical exfoliator. There are also polishing creams that aim to achieve results similar to those of professional microdermabrasion, which manually sloughs off skin with superfine particles. Over time, your skin should respond by thickening slightly. "Thickening is good," explains Mary Ellen Brademas, a New York City dermatologist. "Thicker skin shows fewer wrinkles."
- Remember the rest of your body. "Everything you do for your face, you should also do for your neck, chest, and hands," says Baumann. "Those are the primary spots that show aging." At the very least, moisturize: Hydrated skin looks plumper and smoother.

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In these turbulent times, at the start of a new decade surrounded by a maelstrom of dodgy finance, environmental chaos and war, it is a comforting thought that at least The Decemberists will be their same old charming selves, a rock to hold on to. Or will they? While The King is Dead does not see Colin Meloy & co. make any seismic genre shift from their previous work, it is nevertheless a different creature to the 19th century English folk-tinged music upon which they have built their name. The focus here is a hop skip and a jump back across to the pond to the musical heritage from whence they came.
Recorded in a remote barn, the songs on show here are most definitely American country and folk – gone are the petticoats, barrow boys and ships laden with riches from the East, and in are hayseed stomps and lazy sun-bleached acoustics. Having dropped plans to make another concept album a la previous releases The Tain, The Crane Wife and The Hazards of Love, this is a step in a different and less quirky direction. The King is Dead features cameo appearances from Gillian Welch and REM's Peter Buck, with the influence of the latter more than marked. Allegedly, upon hearing said band's Reckoning, Meloy set out to write a homage to REM, which goes some way to explaining not only the inclusion of Buck, but also the distinct flavour of this record.
Meloy's voice and lyrical prowess are as distinctively obscure as ever, in particular on 'This is Why We Fight' – "Come the war/Come the avarice/Come Hell…When we die, we will die/with our arms unbound" – and the Irish jig 'Rox in the Box' - "Get the rocks in the box/Get the water right down to your socks/This bullpen's built to fallen brother and bone". 'Rise to Me' sees a steel pedal and mandolin orgy and is as hick as they ever go on the record, while 'Down by the Water' is Springsteen-like, particularly in the heavy use of harmonica. Other tracks are influenced by that other Americana great, Neil Young, in particular opener 'Don't Carry it All'; cue more harmonica.
As a relative paradigm shift of an album, The King is Dead is a success, with The Decemberists managing to make their transition smoothly, creating a work that is well-structured, hook-driven and coherent. In altering their modus operandi, however, they have lost some of the old, audacious magic. This album is accomplished and a great listen, but in losing their quirkiness and bold concepts they have also somewhat lost the one thing that set them apart from the crowd.
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From 10 October 2013 to 9 March 2014
Virtual Biopolitical Agora
an Anti-entertainment Interactive Movie
In frame of CREATIVE CITY INTERNATIONAL FAIR / CIBELES 2013.
Fair opening: THU, 10 October 2013
Exhibited at Stand 8.
Plaza de Cibeles, Madrid, Spain
See DemoKino
From 2 to 18 October 2013
New Media Installation
Exhibition opening: WED, 2 October at 7 pm
Ljudmila's artist in residency exhibition 2013.
Production: Ljudmila, Art and Science Laboratory, 2013
Coproduction: Aksioma – Zavod za sodobne umetnosti, Ljubljana
Free entrance
Aksioma Project Space
Komenskega 18, Ljubljana, Slovenia
* Host event. Not part of the Aksioma Institute production programme.
See TEMPEST aura
From 29 September 2013 to 8 December 2013
In the frame of group exhibition Dear Art.
Curated by What, How & for Whom / WHW
Calvert 22 Gallery
22 Calvert Avenue, London, Great Britain
See Troika
From 25 September 2012 at 19:30 to 25 December 2013 at 19:30
Theatre performance
International Theatre Festival Divadelna Nitra
Karol Spišák Old Theatre
Nitra, Slovakia
See The More of Us There Are, the Faster We Will Reach Our Goal
From 27 October 2013 at 15:00 to 27 November 2013 at 15:00
Lecture on the topic of work Agrippa: Book of the Dead, exhibited at the 30th Biennial of Graphic Arts in Ljubljana.
In context of Excursion to KSEVT, Vitanje.
Na vasi 18, Vitanje, Slovenia
See Digital Death
See Digitalna smrt
From 23 October 2013 to 22 November 2013
Solo Exhibition
Exhibition opening: WED, 23 October at 7 pm
The show is part of the programme Stopover 1:1 organized by Moderna galerija Ljubljana and Zavod Maska
Free entrance
Aksioma Project Space
Komenskega 18, Ljubljana, Slovenia
See Auction
From 17 October 2013 to 12 January 2014
Series of artworks on bank cards
Exhibition opening: THU, 17 October 2014 at 8 pm
In the framework of the show Stopover 1:1 curated by Zdenka Badovinac and produced by Moderna galerija Ljubljana and Zavod Maska
+MSUM Ljubljana
Maistrova 3, Ljubljana, Slovenia
See Credits
Wednesday 16 October 2013 at 20:00
Project presentation
Free entrance
PiNA Koper
Kidričeva 43, Koper, Slovenia
See Past Future Now
From 10 to 12 October 2013
New Media Installation
Exhibition opening: THU, 10 October 2013 at 5 pm
In frame of APOLOGISTS OF THE NEW CIVILIZATION: SPECULUM ATRIUM 2013.
Production: Delavski dom Trbovlje, 2013
Free entrance
Zasavski muzej Trbovlje
Ulica 1. junija 15, Trbovlje, Slovenia


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Life With Archie #12
The best-selling magazine continues with all new adventures! In 'Archie Loves Veronica' things are not going well! Reggie's trial is coming to a close and not looking good, Jughead's Choklit Shop is struggling, and Archie and Veronica's marriage isn't doing well either. Then in 'Archie Loves Betty', being teachers is beginning to take its toll on the couple and Veronica finds out something unpleasant about the man she's interested in. Also, Riverdale Guide to Back-to-School Fashions, the Top 5 shockers in MTV's MMAs, and news on Spy Kids 4! Plus: Jughead's video game reviews and a look at the secret agents and spy books published by Archie Comics.
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Florida is reaching a deal to bring Internet retailer Amazon to the state.
The good news: the company would bring 3,000 jobs to the state by 2016, Gov. Rick Scott said, and will spend more than $300 million on new warehouses here.
The bad news: State residents will have to begin paying sales tax on Amazon purchases.
The governor left open the possibility the company could receive state incentives.
Gov. Rick Scott just a few weeks ago had rejected a deal with the Seattle-based company, citing the additional taxes.
Everyone is supposed to pay taxes for online purchases, but there's no way to enforce the law. The state can't force companies like Amazon to collect the tax unless it has a physical presence such as a warehouse or store.
Amazon is expected to construct two sets of two warehouses in Florida over the next 24 months, but the first pair of warehouses will likely be finished sometime next year. Thursday's announcement did not include any details on a likely site for the warehouses.
The governor, who has made job creation a top priority, said Amazon would work with the state's economic development agency as it "chooses locations" for its warehouses.
Amazon's decision to come to Florida isn't unexpected, given the retailer's desire to guarantee quicker delivery of products ordered online. The company has reached similar agreements regarding warehouses and payment of sales taxes in several other states.
The governor had previously said no to a deal to bring Amazon to the state. He had expressed concerns that signing off on such a deal would result in tax increases for Floridians.
"Based on the opportunity I had at the time, it didn't make sense," Scott said just last month during a stop at a Tampa manufacturing plant. "I haven't seen something I think is good for Florida taxpayers."
There was no clear indication what prompted Scott to change his mind. But the governor has been lobbied on the deal by high-profile lobbyists such as Brian Ballard. Ballard is a well-known fundraiser for Republicans in the state.
The state's legislative leaders — who have been pushed the last several years by the state's business groups to pass bills to force online merchants to collect sales taxes — praised Scott for reaching a deal with Amazon.
"Bringing Amazon to Florida will provide a tremendous boost to our economy," said House Speaker Will Weatherford, R-Wesley Chapel, in a statement.
The deal with Amazon comes at a time Congress has been debating whether to allow states to collect sales taxes on Internet purchases their residents make with out-of-state companies. The measure passed the U.S. Senate but it has encountered resistance in the U.S. House.
When Amazon representatives made their first pitch to Scott and legislative leaders back in early 2012 the proposal drew sharp opposition from retailers because it called for exempting the retailer from sales taxes for two years.
Some groups such as the Florida Retail Federation, however, dropped their opposition to the last proposal that had been floated a few months ago. A spokesman for the organization said the group could not comment on the final deal because they were unaware of the details.
Amazon and more tax are coming to Florida
Florida is reaching a deal to bring Internet retailer Amazon to the state.


text: If you haven't noticed by now, this and the previous two Pictures of the Week have been titled using a single adjective. I'm using these to show what you can find in Japan. There's modern, traditional, and now tall. I took this picture today while out at Minato Mirai in Yokohama. We went to the Okome Matsuri (Rice Festival) at Aka Renga Soko, which I'll post about in the next few days. This picture is of a tall building, which is the tallest building in Japan, but not for long (one in Osaka will be slightly taller). Landmark Tower has been the tallest building in Japan for 20 years. I have posted about it before, but this was just such a beautiful day and wonderful conditions for this photo. The building's 69th floor has an observatory which costs 1,000 yen to reach, but it gives some amazing views. I love tall buildings, and I hope to go to Tokyo Sky Tree next year.


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Seats are filling up quickly for the 2013 UVM Extension Winter Hops Conference! Don't delay, this event usually sells out! February 22nd will be a day jam-packed with hoppy information, you don't want to miss it. To register, please follow the link: http://www.uvm.edu/extension/hopsconference
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I have decided to start a blog. The first question is, what do I have to say? I have such deep, insightful thoughts when I am in the middle of doing something else, or laying awake in bed, and yet no recollection of them when I am sitting at the keyboard. I am certain this happens to everyone… we are all brilliant in our own heads. But now I want to shine in the cyberworld. I want to be a blogger on issues of importance and perhaps more importantly, I want my readers to be impressed with my intelligence and wit.
I have a wonderful role model (and natural competitor) for a spouse. Her blog musings on life, law and gender is read by many fans, and she tackles issues of importance to her blogging community. I confess I am intimidated by that...and afraid I will run out of interest and/or inspiration, leaving my readers to wander off to other, more diligently updated sites.
I guess it's all about asking questions and posing answers for others to consider. I suppose I don't need to pretend to have the definitive answer (as there often isn't one); the point is to get a dialogue going that will help us get closer to whatever the answer is. Well, at least that's my working theory.
For example, why doesn't everyone love baseball? Is it simply that, as in the case of my spouse before this year, they just haven't paid enough attention to see how exciting it is? That every pitch, and every sign flashed by a manager to a catcher, a fielder, a baserunner, or the batter, is part of a continuously changing and developing master strategy? The battle between the pitcher and the batter can be full of drama – full count, runner moving – should he try power vs. power, or maybe a wicked change-up? Will the batter take a mighty swing and strike out? Will the ball paint the corner of the strike zone, leaving the batter paralyzed as the umpire theatrically punches his ticket? Will the ball just miss the corner, leaving the pitcher to mutter as the batter trots off to first base? Will the batter protect the plate and foul it off? Will he connect and put the ball in a gap somewhere, as the fans whoop and holler, or will a fielder scoop it up and throw him out in a bang-bang play? Or worse yet for him, will the defense turn a double play and kill his team's hopes for that inning, as the fans groan and curse? Or will the ball soar into the seats and make him the hero of the moment? How could anyone have anything better to do after a hard day's work than sit in front of the TV, riveted by this drama?
I have many more questions on many other subjects, but tonight, there is nothing more puzzling to me than this baseball issue. I have heard it said baseball is boring, especially when the pitchers keep getting the batters out. Admittedly, the action is more subtle; there are no big special effects to demand your attention. But if you can enjoy a movie that doesn't revolve around the loud and spectacular destruction of everything on the screen, you can enjoy baseball, even a "pitchers' duel." And if you can appreciate stories about human triumphs and failures, you will love baseball, where the story is rewritten every game. If you are bored by baseball, you are probably bored by life. The problem is then clearly not with the game, and you need to consider therapy.
Since baseball is most decidedly not boring, why else could someone resist being a fan? Of course, if your team is lousy, the act of watching the game can be painful. I can understand that, unfortunately, as a long-suffering fan of the Detroit Tigers. But even then, there is always hope (as this season proves), and there are usually little bright spots along the way – the rookie who gets a chance to shine, the sparkling defensive play, the gritty at-bat where pitch after pitch is fouled off until the batter gets a hit or a walk, the relief pitcher who comes in and strikes out the side. If you can deal with the reality that the ultimate result is likely be a loss (similar to investing in the market), the possibility of a win makes rooting even for a lousy team worthwhile. Conversely, if you can only root for a team that wins consistently, then you must be awfully demanding of others, and I'm glad I'm not related to you.
Another possible reason someone is not a baseball fan is that they don't have the time it takes. True, it is a commitment. During the season, there is a game almost every night and it will last more than 2 hours, sometimes more than 3. Much can be accomplished with that amount of time, especially if you are working on a cure for cancer, or doing something else that benefits humanity. But I guarantee you, there is nothing better on TV, and it's a great bonding experience with whomever is important in your life. Even if you aren't in the same room, it can be a shared experience. When my spouse and I were separated for days at a time, we could watch the games and IM our reactions to each play. It helped us feel close. And we love curling up on the couch together with the game on... although we do tend to sit up suddenly and shout (and scare the cats) when the something particularly dramatic happens. It may not be romantic in the classic sense, but the shared experience, win or lose, is what matters.
I am just stumped about this. Why doesn't everyone love baseball?


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give (one) a dirty look(redirected from give me dirty looks)
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give (one) a dirty look
To look at one in an angry, contemptuous, or disapproving manner. Also seen as "give (one) dirty looks." I started telling him about Janet's run-in with the law, but when she gave me a dirty look, I shut my trap. I must have done something really offensive last night because Mike keeps giving me dirty looks.
dirty look, give a
Scowl at someone, look disapproving. For example, When I started to tell the story, Carol gave me a really dirty look. This expression has largely replaced the earlier and more formal black look. [Colloquial; 1920s]


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Hummm? What is Hummus?
By Susan K Wilkerson, RD, LD at Lexington Medical Center
Hummus has made it to the Patient Room Service Menu at Lexington Medical Center! BUT WHAT IS IT? Hummus has been around for centuries. Hummus is a Middle Eastern food dip or spread, served cold, made out of cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans), olive oil, lemon juice, tahini (ground sesame seed paste), salt and garlic. Hummus is an Arabic work meaning "chickpeas".
Hummus is high in iron and vitamin C and has significant amounts of folate and vitamin B6. The chickpeas are a good source of dietary fiber and protein. However, it is not a complete protein, which provides all the essential amino acids.
Foods are often combined together to get all the essential amino acids or a "complete protein". Grains and legumes are served together to get all of essential amino acids. Nuts and seeds are also complementary to legumes because they contain the essential amino acids the legumes are low or lacking in, completely providing all the essential amino acids together. You do not need to eat complementary proteins together at every meal. As long as you get a variety of proteins throughout the day, you will get ample amounts of each essential amino acid.
The Tahini is ground up sesame seeds, which are an excellent source of the amino acid, methionine complementing the proteins with the chickpeas to make a complete protein. Therefore, hummus is useful in vegan and vegetarian diets. The tahini can be hard to find in the grocery store so it is frequently omitted from the recipe. Then the hummus can be eaten with bread to make it a complete protein. Often it is served with pita bread or other flatbreads.
Hummus is very simple to make. It is often used as an appetizer, a quick snack, or complimenting a main course of fish, chicken or eggplant. It is served with raw veggies for a dip or pita bread as a spread. It can be substituted for mayo on a meat sandwich. Many different flavors are added to hummus making it very versatile. Sun dried tomato hummus is one of the more popular flavors and very easy to make. Hummus can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to one month.
Hummus recipe
1 16 oz can of chickpeas/garbanzo beans
1/4 cup liquid from can of chickpeas
3-5 tablespoons lemon juice (depending on taste)
1 1/2 tablespoons tahini/ peanut butter/ nut butter
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
Drain chickpeas and reserve ¼ cup liquid from can. Combine all remaining ingredients in blender or food processor. Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3-5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth.
Place in serving bowl, and create a shallow well in the center of the hummus.
Add a small amount (1-2 tablespoons) of olive oil in the well. Garnish with parsley (optional or something colorful). Serve immediately with fresh, warm or toasted pita bread, or cover and refrigerate up to 3 days.
Sun Dried Tomato Hummus
1 can garbanzo beans/chickpeas (15 oz.), drained
3 tablespoons sun dried tomatoes in oil
2 teaspoons parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
In a food processor, combine all ingredients and process until smooth and creamy. If too thick, add 1 tablespoon water until desired consistency.
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Almost 30 persons, among which a German citizen and a TV executive from Bucharest have been taken into custody on Thursday, in connection with a male luxury prostitution ring. Zender Klaus, a German national living in Romania for 11 years, is accused of organising the encounters between gay men and male prostitutes – meetings attended, among others, by a journalist and a football player. Prosecutors claim that young men and boys would be brought to a villa in Snagov, close to Bucharest, to entertain other gay men in all-out orgies. These parties would take place on week-ends, mostly, fact confirmed by several neighbours who claim to have seen lots of men coming and going from the house.
TV Executive and Dozens Others Arrested in Romanian Male Prostitution Row
Weapon Drawn in Romanian Parliament Hearing, Live on TV
A member of the Romanian Broadcast Council has pulled a pistol during a hearing in front of the Culture Committee of the Romanian Parliament. Constantin Duţu was to testify on Wednesday afternoon in front of the committee when, at 14:00 hours Romanian time, he drew a pistol and placed it on the table, in front of the MPs. He then put it back in a briefcase, but immediately drew it back in front of the live television cameras. Immediately after, Constantin Duţu was removed from the committee's chambers.
Romanian Parliament to Discuss Death Penalty Reinstatement
This autumn, Romania's MPs will have on their agenda the question of whether or not to reinstate the death penalty, after more than two decades since the capital punishment was abolished. Death sentences may again be legally pronounced against paedophiles who murder their victims, according to the bill submitted by the Liberal-Democrat senator, Iulian Orban. This initiative comes in the wake of an unseen crime wave against children. In the most recent case, a 10 years old girl was raped and then killed in Jimbolia, close to the Romanian-Serbian border.
Two-Pound Bladder Stone Removed from Romanian Patient
A 64 years old man from Dolj, Romania, was until recently the proud owner of what may be the world's largest bladder stone ever to be surgically removed. Florea Rotaru was suffering from extreme abdominal pains, but, like many Romanians, avoided seeing a doctor about his ails for fear of surgery. When eventually the pain overwhelmed his will power, the man admitted voluntarily to the emergency room of the Craiova County Hospital, where he was immediately taken to the operating room. The doctors were completely surprised at the size of the bladder stone revealed by the X-rays.
Survey: Three in Five Romanian Migrants Are There to Stay
Around 60 percent of the 3 million Romanian migrants are not planning to come back to their motherland, it was revealed in a survey conducted by the Soros Foundation. They are saving up to 40% of their earnings abroad – which totalled 12 billion Euros in 2010 – and they are now sending less money to their families at home. The amount sent to Romania by the ex-pats decreased to 2.8 billion Euros in 2010, while the remaining 9 billions remained stored in Western banks, the same survey announced.
That's Unheard of: Congestion Charge Dropped Because of Staff Shortage
The local council of Constanţa, Romania, has announced that it is going to drop local congestion charge to Mamaia, one of the most crowded Black Sea resorts under its jurisdiction. The mayor of Constanţa, Radu Mazăre, claims that the city hall was left with no choice but to renounce collecting 3 Romanian Lei (approximately 1 US Dollar) from every person who wanted to drive their car into the resort. The tax level had not been raised since 2007, but 75% of the staff in charge of collecting the tax was sacked in 2010, as a result of the Romanian general austerity policy. In a nutshell, there was nobody left to take the money, says the mayor. "One other option was to outsource the collection of the tax, but that would have lead to an increase of the amount".
Ford Faces Massive Fine from Romania's Government
Negotiations are under way between Ford Automobiles in Romania and the country's government regarding a possible breach of contract from the car producer. The latter purchased, in 2007, a car plant in Craiova, Romania, and committed to produce 250.000 units in 2011. So far, according to Mediafax, Ford Romania has only produced 3000 vehicles in the first four months of 2011, which brings the factory's output to an average of 750 cars per month. According to the privatisation contract, failure to produce the amount of cars mentioned in the contract bears a fine of 14 million Euros (approximately 20 million US Dollars). The car manufacturer has been negotiating in the past 10 months a postponement of one year of the obligation to produce the 250.000 vehicles.
"Stereo Love" Reaches 160 Million Hits on Youtube
Edward Maya and Vika Jigulina, the two Romanian artists behind the international dance hit "Stereo Love", have good reasons to celebrate. Their song was not only awarded the "Top Dance Song" distinction at the Billboard Music Awards 2011 in Las Vegas, but it also reached an amazing number of hits on Youtube: more than 160 million people watched it, most of them playing the official version of the video clip. The jury chose to award the two Romanians' song over two nominations of none other than Lady Gaga. The song itself has an intricate story that links Romania to a former Soviet republic, Azerbadjan.
Police Warning: Beware of Cheating Cab Drivers in Bucharest!
While in Bucharest, you may find yourself cheated or even driven home by a drunk taxi driver. They may be hard to avoid, though, because there are simply too many of them. A police raid on Monday night revealed that dozens of taxi drivers had their cabs rigged to cheat. Several devices meant to add up extra figures to the fare had been cleverly concealed within the cars, the police revealed. With a simple push of a button, the driver would be able to increase the sum on the metre without the client even suspecting it. Most concerning is that the devices were found installed in cars belonging to reputed taxi companies, usually thought as "safe" to ride with.
"Golden BMW" Sighted In Moldova, Europe's Supposedly Poorest Country (Photo)
Local media and bloggers in the Republic of Moldova have been reporting of an unusually looking BMW X5 parked in several locations throughout the country's capital city, Chişinău. The car appears to be gold plated and it was one of the media's "juiciest" scoops on Tuesday, April the 19th. The owner of the BMW has, so far, been unnamed. Tabloid newspapers and websites both in Moldova and in neighbouring Romania have displayed the incredible photographs that have prompted numerous comments of disbelief.


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Our hospital has celebrated many firsts in Tampa's health care history since we opened our doors in 1968. Today, more than four decades later, Florida Hospital Tampa continues to offer innovative medicine as we elevate health care in the Tampa Bay region.
At Florida Hospital Tampa, our diverse clinical specialties provide world-class health care to our patients. We offer the most trusted, expert care in key specialties including cardiovascular care, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's health, cancer and surgery. Our skilled surgeons not only utilize minimally invasive and robot-assisted procedures, but they are also leaders in improving these advanced techniques.
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- Communicates with courtesy when interacting with internal or external customers – in person or on the telephone
- Demonstrates respect for co-workers and develops positive working relationships with other departments.
- Participates in hourly rounding for outcomes using the AIDET technique.
- Incorporates Caring Model behaviors and culturally competent care into daily practice.
- Demonstrates organizational commitment standards and values.
- Adheres to organizational standards for dress and professional appearance.
- Demonstrate collaboration and teamwork in managing patient flow-i.e. promotes timely patient placement by following hospital policy for patient admission, discharge and transfer.
- Participates in peer interviewing and peer review process.
- Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the delivery of nursing services.
- Collection of comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health/situation and unit specific data for process improvement initiatives including: initial patient assessment within expected timeframe, initiates consults as indicated from database collection, identifies patient/family teaching and discharge planning needs.
- Analyzes the assessment data to determine expected outcomes and plan of care
- Identifies expected outcomes for the plan of care individualized to the patient or situation and for unit specific PI outcomes. Participation in identification of unit specific PI outcomes
- The patient's plan of care is developed, individualized and prioritized daily in collaboration with the patient, family and health team members that is sensitive to the patient's cultural and spiritual needs and to attain expected outcomes.
- Implements the identified plans for patients and unit specific process improvement with appropriate nursing interventions and physicians orders in an accurate, timely manner and documents intervention according to hospital policy. Documentation meets criteria for core measure, charges, PI improvement, and all quality/regulatory standards as measured by chart audits. Coordinates implementation of the plan of care through leadership and delegation appropriate to skill level including but not limited to: LPNs, NTs, CNAs, Unit Secretaries, RTs, PTs. Educates patient/family based on assessed learning needs.
- Evaluates progress toward attainment of expected patient outcomes and unit specific process improvement outcomes daily with patient, family and health team members.
- Maintains safe practice by demonstrating unit specific clinical competency and demonstrating compliance with all regulatory standards
- Ensures safe and effective handoff communications and documentation of such between care givers.
- Demonstrates safe practice in the administration of medications.
- Demonstrates sensitivity to pain management by alleviating and reducing pain to level acceptable to patient.
- Integrates ethical decision making into daily nursing practice
- Integrates research findings and Evidence Based Practice into practice
- Acts as a patient advocate
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills appropriate to level of experience
- Integrates population specific standards when planning care
- Demonstrates commitment to professional and personal growth-i.e. completes all mandatory educational requirements, maintains unit based certification, attends 75% of unit staff meeting, participants in clinical ladder will have additional expectations in this role.
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- Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, AND
- Valid AHA Advanced life support certification (ACLS, PALS, NRP) per specialty/unit requirements (preferred)
- ACLS, PALS, NRP as defined by unit competencies
- Bachelor's degree in nursing (preferred)
- Experience in a specialty area(s) (preferred)
- Current registration with Florida State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse or licensure from another state with verification of application and eligibility for Florida licensure by endorsement.
- As defined by specialty area(s) (preferred)
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Brand name: Not yet established
Generic name: elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir, or EVG/COBI/FTC/TDF
Class: Boosted integrase inhibitor and NRTI -- single-tablet regimen (STR)
Manufacturer: Gilead Sciences, www.gilead.com, (800) GILEAD-5 (445-3235)
AWP: TBD; drug not yet approved at press time.
Standard Dose: One tablet (150 mg elvitegravir/150 mg cobicistat/200 mg emtricitabine/300 mg tenofovir ) once daily has been selected in the Phase 3 studies. Take missed dose as soon as possible, unless it is closer in time to your next dose. Do not double up on your next dose. Dose cannot be adjusted for people with kidney problems.
Potential side effects and toxicity: See the individual drugs contained in the Quad: elvitegravir, Emtriva, Viread, and cobicistat. Seen in clinical study: Fatigue, diarrhea, headache, nausea, abdominal distention, rash, elevated lipid levels (cholesterol and triglycerides), increased serum creatinine, and decreased estimated glomerular filtration rate (e-GFR) -- the last two are signs of possible kidney malfunction (see cobicistat page for more, and reassuring, information). Available data are limited due to investigational drug status. See chart for potential drug class side effects.
Potential drug interactions: Do not take this drug with Atripla, cobicistat, Combivir, Complera, elvitegravir, Emtriva, Epivir, Epivir-HBV, Epzicom, Trizivir, Truvada, or Viread, since these medications are already in this fixed dose pill or it has equivalent medications. Because the Quad has cobicistat in it and cobicistat is a potent CYP3A4 inhibitor, there are expected to be numerous drug interactions. A complete list will be available in the package insert once the Quad is FDA approved. Again, available data are limited due to its investigational drug status.
More information: Still in experimental study, Gilead's New Drug Application for the Quad was accepted by the FDA on December 23, 2011 and it has set a target review date of August 27, 2012. If approved, the Quad would be the third (see Atripla and Complera) once-daily, single-tablet HIV regimen and the only one containing an integrase inhibitor (INSTI). Integrase inhibitors interfere with HIV replication by blocking the ability of the virus to integrate into the genetic material of human cells. Isentress is the only INSTI currently on the market. In 2011, 48-week data showed the Quad was non-inferior (no better, no worse), as shown by achieving undetectable viral load of less than 50 copies per mL, to Atripla (Study 102, 88% for the Quad vs. 84% for Atripla) and to Norvir-boosted Reyataz with Truvada (Study 103, 90% for the Quad vs. 87% for boosted Reyataz). Complete Quad data are expected to be presented this year at a scientific conference. Elvitegravir must be taken with a booster medication to raise its blood levels; in the Quad, the booster is cobicistat. The Quad pill will be smaller in size than Atripla. See package insert, when available, for more complete information on potential side effects and drug interactions.
Doctor's Comments
The so-called "Quad" is expected to be approved later this year, which will make it the third approved single-tablet regimen. In recent clinical trials, it was well tolerated and as effective as Atripla or the combination of Truvada plus Reyataz/Norvir for initial therapy. Interestingly, the Quad will be approved before its novel component drugs, elvitegravir and cobicistat. It's important to monitor kidney function when taking the Quad. As we know, the tenofovir component can sometimes cause kidney toxicity, and cobicistat, while not toxic to kidneys, does decrease creatinine secretion. This causes a small rise in the serum creatinine, which can give the appearance of kidney toxicity.
-- Joel Gallant, M.D., M.P.H.
Activist's Comments
Okay, I'm all for single-tablet regimens (STRs), they help most folks stay on track and avoid missing doses. We were all hoping this was going to be The One. Now we hear the booster is no better than the existing one, and there are some unsettling side effects from the other drugs. I guess it's not going to be the blockbuster we were hoping to have (sigh). I'm sure it will do wonders for some, but if you have kidney problems, this one may be a pass for you.
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During a fun filled day at the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed, Lotus Cars COO proudly presented the stunning Exige S Roadster to Grosjean ahead of its first outing.
Grosjean took the new soft top on the famous Goodwood hillclimb to mark its first public dynamic appearance, wowing the thousands of fans who took to the sidelines.
The heat at the 20th FoS was pretty intense today but it was the Exige S roadster with its gorgeous looks and superstar driver that got the crowds hot under the collar!


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The Lost Colony series generates fierce criticism and passionate praise. Publishers Weekly just posted a review for Book Three of Grady Klein's series, LAST RIGHTS.
The Lost Colony 3: Last Rights Grady Klein. Roaring Brook/First Second, $18.95 paper (160p) ISBN 978-1-59643-099-0
Like some fairy tale take on the Old South, peopled with fantastic characters and lightly leavened with satire, Klein's third Lost Colony volume is a treat from start to finish. On the titular utopian island, where verdant fields are bounded by lushly blooming trees and picturesque mountains that initially obscure the dark past of the humans living there, spoiled princess Birdy isn't sure where to turn with her problems. The loving flashbacks she has of her recently murdered grandfather are challenged by eruptions of truth about his violently racist character, while her stuckup mother appears smitten by the appearance of an old flame, the oleaginous Reverend Swagger. Meanwhile, Birdy, a spoiled and tempestuous tyke, continues to mistreat her one true friend, the ex-slave Louis. Klein's mixture of the real (shades of antebellum Southern racism) and the fantastic (magical rock sprites who inhabit the island and work in mysterious ways), combined with his wondrously bright visuals, make for a heady and occasionally even educational mixture. (Oct.)
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It was a bad day for Big Macs, but a good day for workers.
Joining a nationwide day of action, a wave of over a hundred protesters crowded into a Oakland McDonald's, on Jackson street, demanding fast food workers to join in the strike.
Four employees joined in the strike, and others briefly joined the march outside.
100 cities across the country held similar strikes, with workers in Detroit, New York City and more demanding a livable wage of $15 an hour.
The protest was nationally led by labor unions, including the SEIU, but locally it was led by men like Jose Martinez. Martinez led the strike at KFC some time back, and was one of the organizers at the forefront of today's action at McDonald's and other fast food outlets.
"It's a movement for all fast food workers to come together and fight for our rights," he said.
Standing with Martinez in Oakland, rapper, performer and music producer Boots Riley said he was in support of the fast food workers' movement.
"Fighting to raise wages of anyone helps everyone, a high tide raises all boats," he told the Guardian. "You help make that profit, your labor is worth more than minimum wage."
Inside, the fast food joint was bursting at the seams, the workers hungry for justice.
"Markeisha! Markeisha! Markeisha!" they screamed, bursting into cheers as the five-foot tall girl hobbled around the counter to join the strike. Markeisha, who did not want her last name used, said she tore her ACL a week ago tripping over one of her children's toys. She can't afford not to be at work though, and worked the register from a chair.
We asked if she was afraid to be on strike.
"Afraid? Kind of," she said. If she lost her job, "I wouldn't have a way to pay my bills and support her family."
She has two children, a five year old and an 11 month old. But to her this is important, because she isn't earning a living wage.
"I haven't had a raise in three years," she said. That's the entire time she's worked there. Only now that she's training to be a shift manager is she going to make $8.50 an hour. That's a raise of fifty cents.
"McDonald's and our owner-operators are committed to providing our employees with opportunities to succeed," McDonald's stated on its website. "We offer employees advancement opportunities, competitive pay and benefits."
One worker we talked to said they had to visit food banks to eat, even though they were fully employed. McDonalds also wanted to correct the media.
"To right-size the headlines, however, the events taking place are not strikes. Outside groups are traveling to McDonald's and other outlets to stage rallies," they wrote.
DANCE RONALD DANCE! Striking dancing clown at #fastfoodstrike #oakland https://t.co/8hABxYcJ8F
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But contrary to their statements, eventually four workers did join the protesters in their strike, and together they poured out of the McDonalds into the adjoining parking lot. They danced and screamed, all advocating for their right to a livable wage.
Nationally the SEIU has taken the lead in organizing the workers, but locally the protest was organized as a coalition between a number of groups, including the ReFund & ReBuild Oakland Community-Labor Coalition, ACCE, EBASE, the East Bay Organizing Committee, UNITE-HERE Local 2850, OUR WALMART, SEIU 1021, and SEIU ULTCW.


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The Highlander's Lizardhide Girdle is an Alliance faction rare quality PvP reward waist slot item that can be obtained through Arathi Basin. It is available at various levels:
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I'm currently mulling over a new initiative by the local authority (LA) which is apparently set to ultimately affect everyone working within local authorities. We have been recently issued with notice that we won't be able to download anything from the internet or upload any software onto LA computers. This is due to the recent very public issues government (in most forms) has faced with losing lists, confidentiality etc. If I want to continue using the computer as I do now then I will need to make a special case and get special approval to do so.
I've been reflecting on how this will now affect peoples' practice. What does this mean for me? Well I use a number of online tools which (to be used more effectively) I need to download some software, or equally if I've done work on line using these tools and if I want to be able to use what I've been working on I need to be able to download things. (Documents from Google Docs, using online bookmarks like Delicious, downloading supporting photos from Flickr, mind maps from bubblus, etc etc).
I also download various PDF files to read them and to disseminate the information to others, including young people. That's without thinking of the additional software I need for doing some of the video editing I've been involved in (although I usually use my own computer for that anyway but it doesn't negate the feeling that this directive brings) and also what about music, podcasts etc?!?! In an era where we are trying to encourage and develop more collaborative ways of working it feels like I'm about to be chained to the past by what feels like a knee jerk (although no doubt well thought through in parts) reaction!
Part of my mulling is to challenge myself. Is this just my reaction to Change or actually do I have some valid arguements? Your thoughts would be welcome!


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Chicagoist has a really fantastic interview with Grant Achatz of Chicago's highly-acclaimed Alinea, talking about all sorts of things like his philosophy as a chef and restauranteur, and how his creative process works in his kitchen and with his colleagues. This was my favorite thing to read:
C: What food-related websites or media do you keep an eye on, for ideas and feedback?
GA: I do it a lot less now, but I used to be really into all the blogs, like eGullet, LTHForum, all of those. I don't read them so much anymore, I don't know why. I feel that some of it is that they're losing some credibility. There's a lot of good, honest material there, then there's a lot of … bullshit. You know, where, at the beginning (of these sites), there was a lot of useful information, honest information. Now, somehow, I feel that maybe it's a lot of people using it as a microphone to hear themselves. Then it becomes less credible. But what I've always enjoyed about it is it's the voice of the guest. If people come here and have a lousy time for a particular reason, are they ever going to come back to the kitchen and tell me? No, it'll never happen. You might get a phone call the next day, or the occasional letter. But, if they immediately go online and list their complaints, I'll know and then I can fix it. So it was always about the instant understanding of how people perceive the experience. That's why I read them.
Every once in a while I read interviews with chefs or owners talking about how much they hate that people can so easily write negative things about their food or their service on the internet, and every single time I've immediately put their names and establishments on my "never give them a dime of my money" list. Don't they realize they're badmouthing customers? And, in my case, turning off potential customers? Heaven forbid I eat at one of their restaurants and the food is bad or my waiter rude—what's to make me think I'm going to be treated any better if I complain about it there? My list of places that I know for sure will do right by me is pretty long, and life is too short for me to spend any of my time or money somewhere that might treat me like dirt.
Getting poor reviews for what you've basically put your entire life into is hard and hurtful, no matter what industry you're in. If someone's just talking smack, life is too short to spend time worrying on what crazy people think—let it slide right off your back. If the criticism is valid, then it does you a service to learn from what's been said and move forward.
Related: Danny Meyer on fixing mistakes, Danny Meyer and hospitality
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Preds Sign 2010 Draft Pick Patrick Cehlinby Press Release / Nashville Predators
Nashville, Tenn. (June 5, 2012) – Nashville Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager David Poile announced today that the club has signed 2010 draft pick Patrick Cehlin (PAT-rihk SAY-lihn) to a three-year entry-level contract. Cehlin is expected to play his first season in North America in 2012-13.
Cehlin, 20 (7/27/91), ranked fourth on Djurgarden in both goals (10) and plus/minus rating (+1) during his third season in the Swedish Elite League (Elitserien) in 2011-12. In 2011-12, the 5-11, 170-pound right wing tied for fifth among Elitserien junior players in points (16) and assists (12), and during his rookie season on the senior circuit (2009-10), the Huddinge, Sweden native helped Djurgarden reach the League finals and earn a silver medal.
Nashville's third choice, 126th overall (fifth round), in 2010 Entry Draft also has represented his homeland in a pair of international competitions in the last four years: he was named one of Sweden's three best players of the 2011 World Junior Championships while tying for team lead in points (4g-2a-6pts) and tying for fifth in the tournament in goals (4), and tied for first at the 2009 U-18 World Championships in penalty minutes (37) while posting four points (2g-2a) in six games.


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It's time to sit back, relax and enjoy a little joe…
Welcome to another rousing edition of Black Coffee, your off-beat weekly round-up of what's been going on in the world of money and personal finance. Here's what caught my attention over the past week…
Yikes. I'm still a bit tender after the flogging I received from some of my (ex)-readers after last week's post-election edition, but that's okay. I've picked myself up, dusted myself off, and I'm back on my horse – so let's get right to it.
Let's see if I can't get through this edition without ticking anybody off, shall we?
Blogs I've Been Following This Week
And Then We Saved - Scrooge No More! Awesome DIY Holiday Gift Ideas. No, I didn't put Anna's absolutely awesome article on do-it-yourself holiday gift ideas at the top of this edition of Black Coffee just because she sent me an extremely nice email this week. Nope. And, no, I certainly didn't do it because she thanked me for the speech I gave at this year's Financial Blogger's Conference in Denver on how to write great headlines. I also didn't do it because she said my handy dandy tips helped her increase the number of readers who are now visiting her blog. (Then again, it certainly didn't hurt.)
Cash Money Life – How to Spot Counterfeit Money. So how can you be certain if you've been handed some counterfeit money? Simple. If it's a three-dollar bill, you can be sure.
Moneylicious – In the Face of Taxmageddon? Says Ornella: "With the possibility of significant tax changes coming up in 2013, what do you do? " Well … If you're like me, it's pretty simple: you keep two sets of books. (I know. Even though that was a joke, I probably just quintupled my odds of getting audited next year.)
The Chicago Financial Planner – Should You Buy Financial Services from Tommy Lee Jones? (Just for the record, that's a rhetorical question, folks.)
Five Cent Nickel - Odd Uses for a Credit Card. The story of a drunk who was caught at a football game eating ice cream with a credit card inspired Nickel to muse on other arcane uses for them. Actually I thought the ice cream spoon idea was pretty clever — just not as clever as MacGyver's. I remember one particular episode where he jammed a credit card into a stoplight control box in order to disrupt the signal's normal behavior and create a traffic jam so he could make his escape. Genius! Boy, do I miss that show.
The Way-Back Machine: Past Posts Of Mine You May Have Missed
From December 2010:
Money Mirages: 6 Money-Saving Ideas That Are Anything But – Here are a few classic money mistakes people often make in the name of saving a few bucks. The end result, of course, is that they usually end up spending even more than they bargained for.
Credits and Debits
Debit: What is the world coming to? On Thursday, market darling Apple was hit by a wave of frenzied selling, falling over 2% to a six-month low of $525.62 a share.
Credit: On the bright side, Apple's stock closed slightly higher on Friday at $527.67. Even better, it's still up over 30% for the year.
Debit: For his part, famed economist Marc Faber — a.k.a. "Dr. Doom" — predicts a market meltdown is on the horizon. He foresees stocks losing 20 percent of their value in the near term. We'll see.
Debit: If you think that's depressing, Faber also sees the potential for a complete collapse of society in as little as five to ten years if the US government continues to run massive deficits to support programs it simply can't afford. He's not the only one.
Debit: Then again, some folks would argue we hit rock bottom last Thursday after bankrupt Hostess Brands — the maker of Twinkees, Ding Dongs, Ho-Hos and Wonder Bread — asked a judge for permission to liquidate its assets and permanently close up shop.
Debit: Hostess made the request after its short-sighted bakers' union continued a debilitating strike to protest steep pay and benefit cuts that were necessary to keep the company solvent. As a result, 18,000 bakers will now be unemployed. I know.
Credit: I guess the union really showed those "greedy" Hostess corporate managers who's the boss!
Credit: As for those of you blaming Hostess for their soon-to-be liquidation, just remember this: It's the union bakers who were essentially saying, "Let them eat cake." (Sorry … I couldn't resist.)
Debit: Speaking of the unemployed, US jobless claims rose to their highest level in 18 months last week. The Labor Department is blaming the increased jobless numbers on Hurricane Sandy. I'm blaming the Labor Department.
Debit: In other news, the Federal Housing Administration, which has always been self-funded through mortgage insurance premiums, may soon need a taxpayer bailout to cover mounting losses on its $1.1 trillion mortgage portfolio.
Debit: The FHA ended September awash in more than $16 billion of red ink. That's partly because it's still backing dubious loans, including those requiring as little as 3.5% down payment, or for people who had recent bankruptcies or home foreclosures. Unbelievable.
Debit: If you're looking for a great deal on gasoline, stay away from the Shell station at 8788 Vineland Ave in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. They were selling it for $6.44 per gallon last Monday.
Credit: I suspect there's at least a few Californians out there who are probably wondering what all the fuss is about in Florida. As recently as last month, petrol was going for $5.79 per gallon at a station in Los Angeles.
Debit: Meanwhile, Mayor Bloomberg has proclaimed that gas rationing and price controls in storm-ravaged New York City will continue through Thanksgiving. What a guy.
Credit: Of course, the smart solution is to let prices rise to meet demand; doing so discourages hoarding, eliminates lines, and allows the free market to restore supplies quicker. But don't tell that to big-government politicians who have no grasp of basic economics. Just sayin'.
Debit: Finally … Last week, Papa John's Pizza announced that employee hours would be cut in order to help mitigate higher business costs resulting from the implementation of Obamacare; as much as $8 million annually.
Debit: Meanwhile, a manager of 40 Denny's in Florida is cutting the hours of his front-of-the-house employees to fewer than 30 per week in order to avoid Obamacare regulations that would eventually add $175,000 in annual expenses per restaurant. Ouch.
Credit: Whether you're for or against Obamacare, one thing is absolutely certain: The moves by Papa John's and Denny's just goes to prove that there really is no such thing as … a free lunch.
The Question of the Week
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By the Numbers – Contest Time: Win a $20 Starbucks Gift Card!
Yep, it's contest time again! I've got a $20 Starbucks gift card for the person who can correctly guess the only Top 10 grossing film from 1982 (listed below) that I've never seen (and I can assure you that I never ever will). Keep in mind, there are some movies in this list I wish I hadn't seen — but that's another contest question for a later time.
Please place your answer in the comments section; I'll only accept one answer per email address. If multiple folks pick the correct answer, then I'll select the winner by a random draw among everybody who got it right.
And if nobody enters, I'll use the card myself.
The contest closes on Black Friday, November 23rd at 5 pm, Pacific Standard Time. Good luck!
1. E.T. the Extraterrestrial (US box office gross: $435 million)
2. Tootsie ($177M)
3. An Officer and a Gentleman ($130M)
4. Rocky III ($125M)
5. Porky's ($109M)
6. Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan ($80M)
7. 48 Hrs. ($79M)
8. Poltergeist ($77M)
9. The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas ($70M)
10. Annie ($57M)
Source: Box Office Mojo
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Last week, I got six emails from people who wanted to make sure I knew they were unsubscribing from my blog because they didn't like last week's Credits and Debits. In addition to those Dear John letters, I also received this helpful suggestion imbedded in a note from Donna S.:
… Your blog would be a lot nicer if it were more informative and nicer.
Let me guess, Donna: You're a manager for the Department of Redundancy Department.
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SOLAS Chapter II-2, regulation 220.127.116.11.1 as amended refers to the location markings for fire equipment and requires that they must be photoluminescent or illuminated by emergency lighting.
Each item of fire fighting equipment should be marked with the appropriate symbol. Where various types of equipment are stored at one location, 'Fire point' signs may be used. When equipment in an alleyway or public room is stowed in a recess or locker, then a panoramic sign, mounted well above head height should be used to enable the equipment to be identified from a distance. Colour shape and size
Any space protected by a fixed gas 'blanketing' fire extinguishing system must have all entrance doors and hatches marked by the appropriate sign. PV5876KJ & PV7545KJ. All elevator entrances should be marked with sign. PV6300JJ.


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A Great Gatsby Fall Wedding at Le Bam Studio in Atlanta, Georgia
Jana Ward (28 and a salon owner) decided to download a new dating app while waiting to be induced with her son Cash and happened to stumble across Caleb Tillman's (25 and a music producer) profile. The pair began talking and immediately hit it off after meeting for their first date shortly after Cash was born. Caleb began to help co-parent Cash and proposed to Jana in front of family and friends at her hair salon. They quickly began making wedding plans and invited guests to celebrate at Le Bam Studio in Atlanta, Georgia. "The indoor studio is very artsy, eclectic, fantasy, glamorous, modern and romantic," says Jana. "From the chandeliers, to the sparkly tree in the lounge, down to the black and gold carpeting, the place was amazing from top to bottom!" With a late fall date and a dramatic venue, Jana and Caleb worked to transform their indoor wedding into a Great Gatsby-inspired celebration with a black, gold and Tiffany blue color palette. Both the bride and bridesmaids opted out of carrying traditional bouquets, instead Jana created a cluster of antique broaches while her bridesmaids accessorized with gold fans, enhancing the glamorous 1920s feel. Large white feather arrangements and dripping pearl accents filled the glitzy ballroom with Tiffany blue uplighting. "We had black table clothes with sparkly gold table runners and vintage ruffled gold chair covers," says Jana. "Smiles and laughter filled our receptions and then we drove away in a 1963 Chevrolet Bel Air before a carriage ride downtown—our happily ever after!"
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More To-Die-For PhotosMay 27th, 2009 | By Krystal | Category: Featured Articles, Movie News
Wow, today feels like Twilighter's Christmas! Here are some more fabulous pics, thanks to Radar Online!
Wow, today feels like Twilighter's Christmas! Here are some more fabulous pics, thanks to Radar Online!
Holy mother of Edward. Wow! This is AMAZING! I wonder what scene they'll play at the MTV Awards…
I cannot wait until the MTV awards! not to mention November!
Me Niether! Sunday wont come fast enough!!!
hubba, hubba
Holy crow… it truly is like Twlighter's Christmas… I'd love to get me a piece of that Cullen!
i can't help but smile while watching this! i can't wait for the movie now!
damn he has a hot body!!!!
OMG ! He is so hot I cant wait for this movie to come out
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🙂 o-m-g
I hope they don't show this reunion part in the MTV awards. I don't like the idea of them showing like the climax of the movie…it'll just ruin my experience in the movie theater
omgosh talk about GORGEOUS! love it..he is so hot
Robby, I really doubt they would, considering they're only just shooting it. The clip they're going to show has probably already been put together.
OMG THAT IS SO SWEET! thats my favorite scene i the book and i can not wait to see it in the movie!!!!
that boy ain't no 17
just wanted to let yall know that MTV just announced what clip they were going to show at the movie wards and it is….
Your fangirl screams may commence….NOW!
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omgomgomg ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh eeeeeep ok so sunday is the mtv movie awards and like lol the only reason im waching it is to see teh clip lol not really but i wana see it so bad! and i cant wait any longer!
at least rob finally got muscles
Man he's bulked up since Twilight!
my mom likes his abs
wait, you MOM like his abs?! My Mom's dissapointe enough that I'm even reading Twilight…
awesome awesome and more awesome!!!!!!
OME. i have been dazzled all over again. HOLY CROW!!! 😀
WOW!!! im speechless lol 😛 he was in the newspaper that my gran buys wiv no shirt on but kissin kristen 🙁 but he still looked hot lol i soo cant wait for new moon 🙂 😀 in america do u get to watch the MTV movie awards on sunday? in the uk its on monday? :S 🙁 im confused lol
lol Rob's face in the third pic is PRICELESS!!!!


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Hizbullah located in 1,000 facilities in southern Lebanon
Since the Second Lebanon War Hizbullah has strengthened both in munitions and number of operatives with tens of thousands of weapons stored in civilian villages throughout southern Lebanon, this is direct violation of UN Resolution 1701
The Hizbullah terrorist organization is spread out between as many as 1,000 facilities in southern Lebanon, located in 270 civilian villages. The organization continues to acquire munitions and strengthen, funded by Syria which is also smuggling weapons to it. This includes weapons which can reach populations in the center of Israel in cities like Tel Aviv.
According to IDF intelligence, since the end of the Second Lebanon War in 2006, Hizbullah has built as many as 550 bunkers in the southern Lebanon region, holding various weapons. In addition, the organization has built 300 underground facilities and 100 storage units for munitions including rockets, missiles and other weapons.
Many of these terror centers are located near hospitals, private homes and schools, Hizbullah's way of taking advantage of the civilian population of Lebanon. According to the IDF Northern Command, Hizbullah operatives have doubled in number since the end of the last war.
Today, Hizbullah is estimated to have an arsenal of more than 40,000 rockets. This being the case, if war breaks out, Hizbullah will be able to launch between 500 and 600 rockets at Israel every day. One of the organization's main civilian centers for storing munitions is the village of Al Khiyam in southern Lebanon, where hundreds of rockets and mortar shells with varying ranges are stored. More than 100 Hizbullah militants operate in the village, including special forces ready for combat with IDF soldiers.
Hizbullah is thus trying to distort the balance of power in Lebanon and return to full, routine terrorist activity in southeast Lebanon, similar to its activity levels just prior to the war in 2006. Hizbullah terrorist activities are based in southern Lebanon, funded and maintained by Syria and Iran. All of these are in direct violation of UN Security Council resolution 1701 of August 12, 2006, at the end of the Second Lebanon War.


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