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HPSC1007 Investigating Science and Society
This module is core to all undergraduate programmes within the STS Department. It is also open to students on other programmes, for example Natural Sciences and Human Sciences. In 2012/13 this will be a Term 1 course. Specific timetable information is available via the UCL Common Timetable.
Note that this is a NEW version of HPSC1007; this module has been completely revamped for 2012/13.
HPSC1007 provides an introduction to the academic skills and research methods that underpin all elements of science and technology studies. Content includes basic research and scholarly writing techniques (including identifying appropriate sources, avoiding plagiarism, and writing a convincing argument), as well as an introduction to both qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques. In addition to becoming familiar with the underpinning theory and research context, students will also have the opportunity to apply data collection methods practically, for example designing questionnaires and/or conducting interviews relating to a topic of their choice.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
- demonstrate effective researching and critical reading skills
- create relevant and critical bibliographies for STS research projects
- be able to conduct a critical analysis of specific issues/topics and report such analyses persuasively and coherently
- design and apply a range of basic research methods employed in the social sciences
- present their work effectively both orally and in writing
- demonstrate critical and constructive self- and peer-assessment
- demonstrate constructive reflection through informal writing
- demonstrate techniques for improved time and project management, and the ability to work effectively in a team
Teaching Style
This module is taught in 'workshop' format, with each session containing a mixture of mini-lectures interspersed with set tasks and discussion of key issues. Elements of problem-based learning approaches, incorporating student-led elements, will increase the focus on interactivity and student involvement. Additionally, specific 'preparation tasks' are set each week that feed into the session content and build on the elements required for the assessments. Former students on other modules have noted that this approach worked well to keep them focused and up-to-date with their reading/research elements.
Finally, it is important to note that students taking HPSC1007 will be expected to work in their group outside class time to collect data with an external audience of their choosing.
Note that some minor changes may occur to the details specified here, although the overall assessment types and weightings will remain the same.
#1: Reflective Essay
1,200 words, 20%
The first assessment consists of a reflection on the content covered within the first three sessions of this module, and in particular your planned approach to your future assessments (e.g. the purpose of referencing; what referencing approaches/tools you prefer and why; how to avoid plagiarism and why). You are expected to identify five or six primary sources (NOT websites) to substantiate your arguments, and to provide clear reference to those sources within your text. You are not required to agree with every statement within those sources and indeed are encouraged to explore similarities and contrasts between different sources, coming up with your own conclusions.
Although you are welcome to build upon arguments made within group discussions in class, you must enter an individual assignment. The assessment criteria will pay particular attention to the research undertaken in search of information and to the use of critical reasoning skills.
This assessment will be submitted in standard essay format as discussed in class; you are expected to use appropriate presentation e.g. at least 1.5 spacing, headers, referencing etc. The STS general criteria for assessment will be used to grade this work, and you will have an opportunity to discuss those criteria within the appropriate session in class.
Data collection at an external event
Assignments #2 & #3 will build on data that you will collect at an event run by an external organisation that is designed to bridge the interface between science and society, whether from a public engagement, science policy, or science communication perspective. You will be randomly allocated into groups; each group will select an upcoming event or activity of interest to evaluate (a detailed list of possible choices will be available on Moodle). Your group will work together to design your research protocol, conduct the data collection and prepare and deliver the presentation. Each student is individually responsible for preparing at least two questions within their group's research protocol; you must be clear within your submission regarding who prepared which questions. You will then individually produce a summary report resulting from your data analysis, presenting the main findings and any key recommendations for future similar events.
#2: Presentation
20-minute group presentation, 40%.
The group presentation (20 minutes per group) will involve all the students in the group in some way and will provide an overview of your methodology (including ethical considerations), a justification of your chosen approach and why it is particularly appropriate to your chosen event. You are expected to include the following elements within your presentation (note these are not restrictive and you are welcome to mention other additional relevant factors, or introduce these elements in an alternative order if you prefer):
- Brief description of the event and/or external organisation involved.
- Outline of your research question / aims / objectives.
- Overview and justification of your chosen methodology.
- Details regarding your data collection methods (including specific factors such as sampling approaches and maximising response rates) that you have taken into account when designing your research protocol.
- Any relevant ethical considerations, and how you have addressed these.
You are welcome to use appropriate computer software to support your presentation. You are expected to draw on relevant academic literature to support your arguments. After your presentation there will be 5-10 minutes of questions from your peers and the markers; your group's response to those questions will also form part of the assessment. Details of the assessment criteria for the presentations will be available via Moodle. All students within the group will receive the same mark for assignment #2.
A separate written version of the research protocol and review of ethical considerations will also be submitted (1 version per group) in written form and will contribute to the overall mark for this component. This document should be submitted via email to the module tutor (email@example.com) by 12noon on Tuesday 13th November at the latest (sooner if you wish to collect your data earlier than this).
#3: Written analysis
2,400 words, 40%
The third assignment consists of a written analysis of the data collected using the research protocol developed in assignment #2. Your report should be completed individually and consist of:
- An overview of the event in question and your group's chosen approach.
- Justification of your individual chosen questions & phrasing.
- Presentation & analysis of key data (especially those relating to 'your' questions).
- Conclusions / recommendations.
- Reflection on the processes involved (including both your own and the rest of your group's roles & input); what you would do differently in future etc.
Again, these elements are not designed to be exhaustive, and you are expected to draw on key literature to support your arguments.
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In August of this year, Corvex Management filed a 13D with the SEC. declaring ownership of 2.8 million shares (and, therefore, 5.1% of total shares outstanding) of Ralcorp Holdings (NYSE: RAH). Ralcorp primarily manufactures food for private label brands, following the spinoff earlier this year of many of its brands in Post Holdings (NYSE: POST). Corvex's recent involvement had been driven by calculations that the company could be more valuable if it took on new strategic initiatives or sold itself to a larger food company. Corvex is managed by Keith Meister, who previously worked for well-known activist investor Carl Icahn; it was launched in 2011 (see Corvex's 13F portfolio from the end of June).
Meister has now joined the Board of Directors for Ralcorp Holdings, reflecting a small victory for the fund and demonstrating that the company is at least not going to be hostile to listening to his opinions. Corvex has also added about 80,000 shares to its stake in the company since Sept. 25, according to an amended 13D it filed in the first week of October.
In the third quarter of Ralcorp's fiscal year, which ended in June, Ralcorp's revenues were up 11% and earnings were up 5% compared to the same period in 2011. However, some of this revenue growth, particularly in frozen bakery products, came from acquisitions rather than organic growth (and we mean that in the business sense). Based on analyst expectations for next year, the forward P/E is 19. That seems like a high figure to us for a $4 billion market-cap consumer staples company.
Corvex actually wasn't one of the top hedge fund holders of the stock at the end of June, as the fund did not scale up its position until the third quarter. Highfields Capital Management, run by Jonathan Jacobson, owned 1.9 million shares of the company (see more stock picks from Highfields Capital Management). John Paulson also liked Ralcorp Holdings, with Paulson & Co reporting 1.5 million shares in its portfolio at the close of the second quarter (find more stocks Paulson owned).
Post joins General Mills (NYSE: GIS) and Kellogg (NYSE: K) as companies operating in very similar businesses to Ralcorp; we would also consider PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP) a peer based on its foods division, which includes brands such as Doritos and Quaker. Post, just as with Ralcorp, is obviously difficult to value on a trailing basis due to the spinoff. General Mills and Kellogg trade at 16 times trailing earnings with PepsiCo, likely boosted by its beverage brands, carrying a P/E of 19.
On a forward basis, Ralcorp is the highest-valued of these peers, as it has a higher forward P/E than the other four companies which are clustered between 14 and 17. Yes, the private label foods company trades at a forward earnings premium relative to PepsiCo. As might be expected, sales at all four of these peers are fairly steady. In their most recent quarter, none showed more than a 6% change in revenues compared a year earlier.
Bottom-line numbers, however, were in some cases quite different. Kellogg and PepsiCo underperformed, with earnings falling at a double-digit rate, while General Mills saw considerably higher net income.
This isn't enough for us to call Ralcorp fairly valued relative to its peers; it trades at a higher multiple than strong brands, including some that are involved in more attractive businesses. The only explanation for this, in our mind, is that particularly with Corvex's involvement investors are hoping Ralcorp becomes a takeover target. As a result, we would definitely not short the company, though we also would not want to speculate on an acquisition taking place.
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'ut pictura poesis' and Aesthetic Kinship: A Case from Modern Arabic Prose
This paper responds to the ancient question about the relationship - or lack of it – between history and art, avoiding the partiality of many single-talented disciples of these creative endeavors. This matter is examined in The Tattoo (Al-Washm, ´alwašm), a collection of prose narratives written by Hind Abu-Sha'ar, a Professor of history, a painter, a poet, and an established short story writer. It examines the effect that her versatile experience, as a historian and painter, has on her language, by tracing the historian-painter, not as character, but, rather, as the essential writer of her narratives. In particular, it investigates the interrelatedness of the scriptural, sculptural, visual, and historical in her stories where the painter and the historian cooperate in injecting their visions into the essence of the language textures of the narratives. Abu-Sha'ar's versatile talent produces a distinctive utterance in which the advantages of painting and graphic art are employed to achieve a visual dimension in the lexicon as the scriptural becomes sculptural; and history is exploited to enrich the painted narratives with visions from the heritage of the past. Thus, rather than being a record of dead past times, history is turned into an ever-present live-picture by the language of painting, an achievement that uncovers a psychological vision of notions of memory and recall and, hence, of history.Keywords: ut pictura poesis; ekphrasis; Hind Abu-Sha'ar; artistic versatility; aesthetics
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Box Score VERONA, WI – Playing in a single 9-inning game, the Edgewood Eagles defeated the Maranatha baseball team, 12-2, pulling away in a five-run fourth inning. Maranatha equaled Edgewood in hits (7), but failed to push runs across home plate, coming close in the first and fourth innings. Freshman second baseman Caleb Prigge (Watertown, [Continue Reading...]
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Box Score (Game One) Box Score (Game Two) WATERTOWN, WI – The softball team fell 7-2, and 16-2 against the Edgewood Eagles on Thursday, despite fast starts that saw the team score all their runs in the first inning of each game. The Crusaders had three out of their four hits in the first inning, [Continue Reading...]
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Rated 1 out of 5 by Jacob1978 Terrible Staff, Less than Average Hotel I am a Sales Executive, and a Road Warrior. I only stay in 4 or 5 star Hotels, except on the very rare occasion that there is none in a particular area. When I made the reservation over the phone, I told the reservation lady that I would be arriving at about 9 PM. She up-sold me on the Club Room for the included hors d'oeuvres and alcohol. Since I regularly stay at 4 and 5 star hotels and pay high rates, I did not mind paying the higher rate for the value offered in the Cub Room drinks and food. I arrived at the Hotel around 8:15, a little ahead of the schedule I laid out to the Reservation lady. I checked in and asked where the Club Room was so I could have some stiff drinks and food after a regular long day of travel. The guy told me I missed it, and that they only do that from 6-8 pm. I told him I was never told that and that I would have never upgraded to the Club Room and Club Floor had I known that because I knew I could not have made that window - he then continued to blow off my concerns. I then went to my room, and got even more upset. The room was old - the bathroom had an old small crappy tub, and had less furnishings than a "low brow" Hotel. Even truck stop hotels have a freaking Fridge - and every 4 or 5 star I stay at has a fridge and microwave - Yet Sheraton does not. Seriously? The room was an overpriced poorly furnished room. Upon checkout, the gals asked how my stay was. I told them I was incredibly "disappointed" to say the least. They asked me why. I told them my concerns - and again, they acted like "Oh well", not even a "I'm Sorry". They should not ask how the stay was if they don't care. I really wanted to give Sheraton a shot. I do not have unrealistic expectations. I am very disappointed. December 21, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by BWAJ Excellent Stay We stayed here because we were in town for a wedding. I was a little on the hesitant side of staying here because of the reviews but I must say I was impressed on the level of I received during my stay. I stayed on the club level (10th fl.) and the beds were supper comfy and really clean. I will definitely stay here again should I return. Beware of the construction in the area...that was the only down side of my stay. February 15, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by VIcA55 returning customer the staff is always friendly great amentities espcailly the club floor for platinium members. like the central location August 18, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5 by GNP1 Find other choices I was very disappointed in my stay. As a business traveler, I'm pretty picky about my amenities, but usually very quiet when not met, but internet access is extremely important to me. This hotel was like working in 2004, the first two nights I called to see if something was wrong and was just told that it's slow and there are a lot of people there.. I had to leave to send emails to my Asian team that they needed before I would be back in the office. The other thing that really bothers me is when checking out, I waited 10 minutes while two people talked in the office behind the desk, then when one of them came out, they seemed irritated that they had to help me. Never asked how my stay was, just asked my room and printed my receipt. The location of this hotel is poor as well. It is right on the highway, but with the construction, etc, it's not the easiest to get too and there isn't anything within walking distance that I saw. Not what I've come to expect from Starwood! January 30, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5 by SGLetko No respect Gold Status This is the last time I will stay at this property. The staff is not pleasant or helpful. During this stay I planed to spend a great deal of money entertaining my quests at your bar and rstaraunt. Predicated on your staff's adittiude my plans changed. February 20, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by Aus759 Very professional and friendly staff The staff is alway friendly, courteous, and very attentive to my needs. I stay regularly at the Sheraton Brookhollow on business trips, and would recommend the hotel to all travelers. August 15, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5 by CLA1653 I was disapointed Staff was not friendly- Did not welcome my party or thank us upon our departure. Never inquired about the stay and any issues we might have had. Issues: 2 of our rooms experienced backed up drains and after they were supposedly fixed- then they experienced toilet backing up into the bathroom sink- No apology offered. The shower head, though great for 'pressure' sounded like a fog horn while being used. The bathroom door was impossible to close because it had expanded from moisture problems. No ventilation - probably explains door issue. Entrance door is 1" open above the carpet allowing light and noise all night long. Road construction and freeway noise was horrible. I have never had these problems at any Sheraton before- Again, no apology or adjustment of bill. May 7, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by AdrianB Not up to SPG Standards This is the first time that I have written a review for a SPG hotel that I felt disappointed in. It started at the check-in where the young lady checking me in didn't ask for a credit card to cover incidentals. Although I had my card out, I figured they didn't need it and would use the one I have on file through the SPG system and charge purchases there. I ate dinner at the hotel restaurant (great chicken cutlet for what it's worth.) I signed the bill to my room and retired to my room afterward. I was woken up by a phone call from someone at the restaurant around 9:45 asking me to either bring my card downstairs or give her my card number. I was aghast by this, but agreed to provide my information over the phone as I was in bed at the time. This happened once again in the morning after breakfast. I ended up going downstairs and let the manager know about the issue and gave her my card. She was surprised that my card was not asked for and offered an apology. Today I was going through my expenses and noticed that my meal from the first night was not included on the bill. I called the accounting department at this hotel and they informed me that they would have to look for my receipt from dinner and email it to me. (One was not provided in my portfolio or brought to me at any time.) I checked my credit card bill and there is an ominous $42 charge from the hotel for what I believe is "dinner." I ate alone and I'm quite certain my chicken cutlet was not $42. Therefore, I am waiting for someone to email me my receipt so I can finalize my expense report and see if I was overcharged for dinner. And that is just my experience at the hotel. Other things that could be improved on are: cleanliness - there were paper airplanes along the metal beams that hold the front plate glass windows. This brought attention to how dusty the beams are. Air conditioning units - work well but quite loud. Helpfulness at the Front Desk - not only did my card not get recorded, I had no idea where to park. It wasn't until I asked another guest that I knew there was a parking garage for the hotel. March 12, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by SKAY55 RELAXING STAY REALLY ENJOYED MY OVERNIGHT STAY. NICE VIEW AND THE ROOM WAS SO RELAXING AS WELL AS THE DECOR. OVERALL VERY NICE AND WELL AS THE LOBBY AREA. THE GIFT SHOP IS A NICE FEATURE. STAFF VERY PROFESSIONAL August 11, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by HelenD23 Wonderful Hotel The staff is wonderful, very helpful and makes you feel right at home. Hotel is convenient, quiet and they go out of their way to make your stay as good as it can be. August 8, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5 by chief40 Never again I normally don't checkout via the front desk, but I did at this hotel and glad I did. If you stay at this hotel check over your bill very carefully as we found charges from a gift shop we had not visited. It was an unpleasant experience to have the charges removed. Not going back! July 1, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by Scot23 Not impressed My company made reservations for me with their corporate credit card. However, the staff at the front counter informed me that I had to put the room on my credit card instead. Personally, I would not return to this Hotel because of the front desk staff, and the company I work for is quite upset with the situation. August 4, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Zebra007 Favorite Stop in Houston The staff is really what makes the difference. It was hard to get to because of road service, but that has been completed. August 4, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by gampy BREAKFAST We'd like to see the restaurant offer the services of the buffet line cook to prepare our eggs as we like them everyday instead of weekdays only. It is very difficult to co-ordinate getting our toast and meat items while waiting for our eggs to be served. If we get one, the other chills down right away. We have stayed at this hotel several times and we would recommend this hotel to others July 29, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by blinky GREAT SERVICE BY DAISY AND STAFF Was a great stay very good service, and clean rooms!!! also good club lounge August 2, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by soundsliketelevision good service, promised amenities not available I found my room at this Sheraton to be better than average for those in the United States. It was very clean, comfortable, the furniture was all in very good condition and things such as the iron and ironing board worked perfectly. I found the bed to be very comfortable also. The front desk staff was very friendly and professional. Our room was not ready at check-in (we arrived at 3:00 on the dot), but we were offered a couple of drink coupons for the bar after waiting about 15 minutes. We were planning on eating lunch in the bar after taking our things to our room, so this was not an inconvenience, but wouldn't you know it, our room was ready for us two minutes after we got to the bar and sat down to order lunch. Bar and restaurant staff (especially restaurant) are courteous and efficient. The kitchen service in the bar seemed a little slow for a couple of burgers, but wasn't out of the range of acceptable. The fitness center, although we did not end up using it, looked very nice and equipped with good machines. SPG recognition did not include an upgrade, but I did get the extra points offered at check in for a Gold member. I was placed on the SPG floor, but got a room facing away from the city skyline view. The hotel seems constantly full; I suspect they do not give out room upgrades very often for those below Platinum. The main disappointment we had was with the fact that the advertised feature of the "whirlpool" (I think it is more accurately a Jacuzzi) was out of commission the whole time we were there. By the look of it, it had not been working for some time, as it had dead leaves in it and was roped off by chairs and plastic tape of the police variety. Another annoying thing was being awakened by housekeeping on our last day at 8:30 am, who knocked repeatedly, and when we got up and answered, just said, "ok!" I understand that they may want to verify which parties scheduled to check out have left yet, but it would be much nicer on those trying to sleep in late if they would confirm that with the desk instead of loud raps on the door. Free parking in the lot behind the building is nice, but it would be a lot nicer if it had an elevator in the parking. Lugging things up and down the stairs is a pain. As a previous commenter noted, it is very difficult to locate the entrance to the hotel due to construction, even after coming and going for a couple of days. There is signage marking the entrance, but with the speed of the traffic and the curved frontage road, one sees it only in time to slow down abruptly and risk being rear-ended or shooting right by it. May 27, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by BryanKCMO Nice Property Very nice hotel overall and has free parking! July 31, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by FrustratedTraveler Disappointing facilities I stayed at this Sharaton while attending a recent conference. Although I very much appreciated the free wifi, I was quite disappointed in the facilities. First, the area around the hotel is under massive construction, making access to te hotel from the highway darn near impossible. My cab driver spent so much time driving around looking for some secret back entrance that my cab bill from the airport was almost as much as my nightly rate. I expressed my frustration to the desk clerk, and she conveyed a sense that she could not have cared less. When I got to my room, the sink was completely cracked. It was as if someone had smashed it with a heavy object. I could see this at a bargain basement brand hotel, but not at a Starwood property. I expect better. April 30, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5 by Calgary99 Houston hotel for OTC I stayed there for the Houston OTC in May. It is hard to get hotels and I had left it too late. The hotel room was large, clean and comfortable, nice lobby, covered parking. Nice business lounge and excellent breakfasts with different selection every day. Lot of road construction currently but with GPS, we got in after a little confusion. This will be temporary but expect it. Was a good location for OTC but expect a little traffic on the freeway in the morning. I am staying there again for next year's conference. June 11, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by CaraMY Mixed reviews. Pros- Free self park and clean lobby area. Nicely updated for an older Sheraton. The Starwood preferred guest floor was nice with great perks. The concierge staff on the Starwood floor was very inviting and helpful. We enjoyed the Starwood lounge and the staff during the evening hors d'oeuvres was exceptional. Our room was very quiet and clean. Shower area was very clean. Starpoints are priced appropriately. Cons- Hard to get to currently because of street construction. Upon arrival there were two bums hanging around the front door. I would say it is not in the best part of town. The rooms are a tad bit small and for a room with two double beds. They will not allow a roll away in a double room. The staff at the front desk was not super friendly or accommodating. I was not recognized as a Starwood member. June 11, 2012
Rated 2 out of 5 by Thegrandaughter Good but needs work The beds in the hotel used to be so comfy they were very hard. The elevator had a locker room smell and needed to cleaned, and also bed furniture had a hole in room 404. Not top rate but descent I guess. July 21, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by Bigfish77 Sheraton Brookhollow, Houston, tx Friendly and knowledgable staff. Clean and quiet rooms with very comfortable beds. However, rooms have no refrigerator or microwave, and gift shop was never open to buy needed supplies. Otherwise, our 3 day stay was relaxing and enjoyable. July 20, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Pitch Best Hotel Staff in Houston I got a great rate, which was the real reason I originally chose this hotel. The 290/610 location was perfect. From the moment I checked in Amanda and the other front desk staff made me feel at home. Needed to have a business meeting at the hotel on a Saturday and the equipment and Wi-Fi worked great. Forgot my iPhone charger but the front desk took care of it. The service and friendliness of the staff was truly outstanding. October 10, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by Franco888 An average hotel There are only 2 fast food outlets in the vicinity of the hotel which is about 30 minutes walking distance. There is a gift shop in the hotel which you may purchase your basic needs. The location is quite far from Galleria however free shuttle service is provided by the hotel but the transport schedule is not so frequent. The swimming pool is quite small but the gym is ok. For short stay, it's ok to stay in this hotel. May 31, 2012
Rated 1 out of 5 by GEE66 Downhill..... I have stayed at this hotel over 100 nights in the last several years and the last 3 trips ALL have been bad. During this last stay I said something to the front desk about my issue... and was told..."sorry to hear that" August 27, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by JB56 Great Value We booked our stay here through AAA and got a great rate which included the breakfast buffet. Staff was excellent especially in the restaurant. Still lots of road construction but not too difficult to navigate. We plan on going back in December to visit relatives. This visit was celebrating our anniversary. I would recommend this hotel to anyone. September 22, 2013
Rated 2 out of 5 by JLundqui Extremely loud door closures Although this was a very clean and nice hotel with extremely nice and accommodating staff - I would not recommend it due to the insanely loud door closures and therefore the lack of sleep. It literally sounded like someone was purposely slaming doors through 1am. Really too bad - it this was not the case it would have been a wonderful stay. January 31, 2013
Rated 1 out of 5 by Precious71 I would not recemond this hotel to anyone. When I checked in on Thursday, October 3, 2013, I found a live roach in my bed. I thought it was a moth and I took a magazine and knocked it on the floor. Later that night the roach was alive and in my bed. I showed it to the front desk and the gave me half of 1 night off my bill. I would have like the full charge returned. October 9, 2013
Rated 4 out of 5 by csj0017 Business Travel I have stayed at this location quite a few times when I have to come to Houston. the rooms are fairly comfortable. The staff, both at the front desk and on the phone at guest services, were very accomidating and able to meet all my needs. I would recommend this location to anyone coming to Houston. July 14, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5 by GoldElite No Gold Elite Recognition After years of staying at this location with great staff, we had a miserable experience with uncaring staff. Gold Elite is supposed to get complimentary upgrades when available. Upgrades were available IF we paid an extra $30. And then the toilet had residue from the previous user. I see why this location lost a star. July 2, 2012


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TOWN OF WAUSAU, Wis (WSAU) A pick-up truck crashed into a school bus yesterday afternoon at the intersection of Highways J and N. Sheriffs deputies say the pick-up truck driver will be cited for failure to yield. The driver's name hasn't been released.
The force of the crash forced the bus to leave the road and come to rest in a neighbor's yard. The bus was damaged but remained upright. It was not carrying children at the time.
The bus driver suffered minor injuries. The pick-up truck driver refused medical treatment at the scene. The Marathon County sheriffs department is investigating the crash.


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Woman cyclist killed in hit and run
A woman cyclist was killed last night in a hit and run near Pulborough in Sussex. A silver Citreon Xsara was travelling southbound on the A29 at 8.05pm at Codmore Hill when it overtook a grey Audi Q7 onto the opposite carriageway. It collided with a bicycle, lost control and crashed.
The driver fled the scene. The 27-year-old woman cyclist from Kingsfold sadly died from her injuries at the scene. Two people were arrested at the scene, a 22-year-old woman from Crawley and a 17-year-old boy from Horsham, for death by dangerous driving, drink driving and theft of a vehicle.
A 26-year-old man from Billingshurst, believed to be the driver, was arrested in Storrington for death by dangerous driving, drink driving and driving while disqualified. They all remain in custody. Any witnesses call 101 or email firstname.lastname@example.com quoting Operation Barnward.


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By PAT FAHERTY
Special to the Beacon
Two federal agencies are updating recommendations to women and young children to eat more seafood from varieties lower in mercury.
And both federal and state guidelines show bay scallops and some other local freshwater and saltwater fish fall in that category. Scallops are currently in season.
Cedar Key
Cedar Key will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks. Fireworks will be set off starting at dusk at Cemetery Point Park on Friday, July 4. For the best viewing, Cedar Key Police Chief Virgil Sandlin is advising visitors to park at the ball field behind the school. Signs will be posted with directions to the parking area.
The 5th Annual Great Suwannee River Cleanup is fast approaching, and representatives with the organizations involved want people to come out and get involved.
The cleanup, which has seen the removal of about 80,000 pounds of trash and debris from the river since 2010, consists of small cleanups during a three-month window from September through November. The year's first cleanup kicks off Saturday, Sept. 27, at 9 a.m., at the Joe Anderson Boat Ramp in Chiefland.
Volunteer training opportunities
By PAT FAHERTY
Special to the Beacon
Cedar Key no longer has a recycling trailer on State Road 24 at County Road 347.
The Raleigh Community, near Williston, lost its recycling trailer — again — after the property owner asked that it be removed.
And the trailer at the Manatee Jiffy may be the next to disappear.
Republicans, who now hold sway in voter registration in Levy County, will have a huge voice in both County Commission seats up for grabs in the Aug. 26 primary.
And in the county school board elections — which are nonpartisan races — all three incumbents were re-elected without opposition when candidate filing closed at noon Friday.
Incumbents Cameron Asbell of District 1, Robert Philpot of District 3 and Rick Turner of District 5 will hold on to their seats.
Coming in June
Raku party planning under way
This summer, the Cedar Key Art Center is going to try something a little different. If you would like to participate, send an e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com.
Participants will make a piece of pottery from raku clay which can be picked up from Cedar Key Pottery. A class will be planned in June, once a group is put together who will make their pieces and have them bisque fired in time for the party.
The center is then planning a raku party for the Arts Center backyard.
Staff Report
It took a village, but the village of Cedar Key and its friends would not allow the traditional July 4th celebration to go without a fireworks show.
Cindy Bonish at Low Key Hideaway and Jamie Griffith of Seabreeze Restaurant among scores of other folks had $7,995 in hand by Tuesday morning, barely enough to assure that the sparklers, roman candles, chrysanthemums, stars and palms will light up the night sky.
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Green with Envy: Delicious and Authentic St. Patrick's Day Recipes
Happy St. Patrick's Day! If you grew up (as I did) in a family with an Irish heritage, this day probably conjures up memories of dry corned beef and soggy cabbage. For those of you who are only Irish on St. Paddy's, green beer probably comes to mind.
But neither tradition has much to do with the wonderful food found in Ireland today. The country is full of chefs and culinary experts at the forefront of the slow food movement, dedicated to making the most of local meat and dairy products and seasonal produce grown in the lush green countryside.
(Photo: Fin Facts)
Nothing prepared me for the quality of the meals that I had on my trips to the Emerald Isle. Whether it was a simple lunch at a cheap n' cheerful pub or a gourmet 5-course spread at an upscale hotel, the focus was on fresh, local ingredients.
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At almost every meal, I was served freshly baked brown bread. Always afraid of bread-making, I was awed by the national dedication to this daily task but several B&B owners assured me that the recipe was a simple one. While I never wheedled the secret from these home cooks, the delicious recipe from Eat Boutique is reminiscent of those dense, hearty loaves. Once you try it, you will never be able to imagine eating soup or stew without it.
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This bread doesn't keep well, so plan to enjoy it warm from the oven, slathered in butter. And if you can, splash out and use Irish butter. You really can taste the difference: it is noticeably richer and creamier than the North American version. Brands like Kerrygold are sold at Whole Foods and through online gourmet stores.
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Darina Allen, Irish cookbook author and owner of the Ballymaloe Cookery School, is perhaps one of the greatest advocates of the Irish slow food movement. And while her classes are international in scope, she is best known for her traditional local recipes. One of my favourites is her Irish stew, a simple recipe that is full of flavour. It would be the perfect main for your St. Patrick's Day feast.
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I do think all holiday dinners should have a fun dessert. While not traditional, Epicurious's Chocolate Guinness Goodness looks like a pint of the popular Irish stout and incorporates the beer into this rich chocolate mousse.
(Photo: Epicurious)
So this St. Patrick's Day give the green beer a miss and indulge in these wonderful and (mostly) authentic Irish recipes. It will make you wish that every day was St. Paddy's Day!
The Dragon Year
2012 is underway, and in a couple of weeks it will be the Lunar new year. For some cultures that follow the Chinese Zodiac, or their own version of it, this year is an auspicious one because it belongs to one of the most highly regarded signs — the dragon.
The Chinese zodiac is regarded by other Asian cultures apart from the Chinese, most of which have strong influences and ties to China. Countries such as Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and the Philippines all celebrate their own versions of the lunar new year.
Japanese new year's cards. Image from the Japan Post.
Lunar new year is always a colorful celebration wherever you go, and is traditionally celebrated with several festivities that last about a week or so. In many Asian countries, it is almost as significant as the Gregorian new year, with the first day or first few days granted as public holidays. Festivities during Lunar new year include festivals and street markets, exchanging red envelopes filled with money (for prosperity), and eating the traditional rice cake. Apart from the usual colorful events that take place, one thing I also enjoy is the lovely visual feast that embodies the culture and traditions of the holiday.
In the chinese zodiac, the dragon is considered to be one of the most powerful signs, perhaps because of its mythical nature. Many also believe that this year, 2012 is particularly lucky because besides it being the dragon's year it is also a leap year! It only follows then that there have already been preparations around the world for grand celebrations of this year.
Although this paper sculpture was made last year for the celebration of the year of the Rabbit, i thought it was a fresh, contemporary take on the idea of chinese paper-cut dragons. Definitely a craft project to keep in mind for future new years!
In Singapore, the chef of the Fairmont Hotel's Szechuan court prepared a "Golden Dragon" dish in celebration of the dragon year – composed of swordfish, abalone, lobster, and salmon, drizzled with a special sauce and sprinkled with gold dust. Definitely a prosperous dish for a hopefully prosperous new year!
Perhaps unsuprisingly the most impressive preparations for the dragon year are taking place in Beijing. On the 9th of January, workers tested a dragon made of 3, 000 lanterns in Yongdingmen Square Park to make sure the impressive installation lights up for the celebrations that will start on February 23.
To me, dragons have somehow always had an impressive aura to them, and are the perfect symbol for prosperity and positive energy. Hopefully 2012 will have plenty of favorable events for everyone! Happy New Year!
Last-Minute Holiday Gifts
Everyone I know seems so stressed this holiday season, complaining that none of the tasks that this time of year brings are done. I am more or less on top of it: cookies baked, cards mailed, presents (mostly) bought. But with a move planned just three days after Christmas, I am run ragged and I know that I must have forgotten something or someone on my list.
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Nothing is worse than having to scramble for a last-minute gift. So before you grab that bottle of wine from your shelf or think about re-gifting the box of chocolates you received last week, here is my present to you: simple recipes that take only a few ingredients and require minimal prep time but produce spectacular results.
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Peppermint bark is a holiday favourite and you can make it in less time than it takes to drive to the mall to buy a tin. There are several recipes for this but the best one I have tried comes from my old friend Jennifer Hamilton at Sweetspot. I made a batch the other night and wrapped presents while the chocolate layers cooled.
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You could package it up in a dollar-store tin but I think the bark is so pretty that all it needs is a cellophane bag, some ribbon, and a gift tag like Little Birdie Secrets used for their equally simple Holiday Pretzel Kisses. I also love the idea of molding the bark in cookie cutters, like they did at peas & crayons.
(Photo: peas & crayons)
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One of my other go-to recipes this time of year is Sweet and Spicy Nuts, which beats a tin of Planter's any day. You can adjust the spices to your taste or based on what you have on hand.
Sweet and Spicy Nuts
2 cups pecans
1 tbsp. butter
3 tbsp. brown sugar
1 ½ tbsp. maple syrup
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. cinnamon
¼ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. nutmeg
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
Place the nuts on a foil-lined baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Melt the butter in a small dish in the microwave.
Mix together the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and add butter. Stir to mix.
Add the warm nuts and toss to coat.
Spread the nuts back on the baking sheet and bake for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let cool and break apart any clusters.
(Photo: Martha Stewart)
A cupful of these nuts wrapped up in a simple paper cone, the instructions for which are available from Martha Stewart, makes the perfect hostess gift!
Everyday items can be upcycled into wonderful packaging for homemade gifts. Jen at A Thousand Words wrapped empty Pringles cans with leftover paper to create a festive container for Christmas cookies. So don't panic. Take a few minutes to put together these simple sweet and savory treats and you will be all set for a last-minute gift.
(Photo: A Thousand Words)
And if it turns out you don't need them, you will have something special to serve family and friends when they come over for the holidays. Or you will have a little treat for yourself for when you finally cross the last thing off your holiday to-do list.
Brown Paper Packages Tied Up with String
Do you find yourself leaving all your gift wrapping for the last minute? We're usually travelling over the holidays and it's not unheard of for me to be frantically wrapping presents in the car on the way to visit family and friends. This year I'm going to get a head start to cut down on the chaos, and also because I love looking at nicely wrapped gifts under the tree. Who's with me? Here are a few gift wrapping ideas that start with plain kraft paper. With a few adornments you can make gifts festive and fun.
vintage baubles
Use a couple vintage brooches or clip-on earrings as a sparkling present topper and bonus gift. All you need to do is pin them onto a ribbon, or two overlapping ribbons as I have done. Alternately you could make a bow out of a vintage necklace or wrap it around the present in place of ribbon.
fingerprint snowmen and snowballs
Here's a fun idea if you have kids who want to help out in the present wrapping department. Make snowmen out of white paint using your fingerprints (thumb for the bottom, pointer for the middle and pinkie for the head). Use markers or pens to draw on hats, buttons, eyes, carrot noses and stick arms. Tie some pompom trim around the gift to finish it off (you can find pompom trim at most craft or fabric stores).
Here's a quick and easy technique that looks much more involved than it is. Cut six strips of ribbon or bias tape so they will go around your present vertically. Fix ribbons in place with tape at the bottom of your present. Cut another six ribbons so they will reach horizontally around the package and weave them through the verticl ribbons and tape them in place.
For a fun and crafty looking present tie yarn around your wrapped package multiple times and affix a couple of over-sized pompoms on top. If you don't know how to make pompoms don't fret, it's really easy and you can find a good tutorial here.
Do you have some gift wrapping in store for this weekend? I hope a few of these ideas will come in handy.
Happy Friday Everyone!


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When I first heard of Lawrence + Memorial Hospital's new offshore business venture, it was by way of a rumor circulating prominently in political circles around the city, that the nonprofit community hospital has parked $20 million in the Caribbean banking capital Grand Cayman.
Needless to say, I put a call into the New London hospital to find out about its Grand Cayman connection.
What I learned after a conversation Thursday with Lou Inzana, chief financial officer, is that the hospital has indeed set up a new corporation in Grand Cayman, one that now provides L+M with its medical malpractice insurance.
It's a fairly routine practice, now used by a large number of American hospitals, including, for instance, all the teaching hospitals in Boston affiliated with Harvard, Inzana said.
Also, L+M hasn't moved $20 million offshore, Inzana assured me.
Only $120,000 is on deposit in Grand Cayman, he said.
The $13 million in reserves held against any possible malpractice judgments or settlements is invested in the U.S., mostly bonds, Inzana said.
The $13 million used to establish the new insurance company, he explained, was money the hospital previously used in a combination of coverage in which it self-insured and bought some more catastrophic coverage from commercial carriers.
A principal reason for moving coverage to the new independent company in Grand Cayman, away from simply self-insuring, Inzana said, is because the hospital may eventually use the new Grand Cayman company to profitably sell malpractice coverage to private doctors affiliated with L+M but not on staff.
Hospital officials said that in Connecticut, they couldn't set up the company to insure itself, known as a captive, because state regulations would not allow it.
They could have set it up in some other states that would allow it, Vermont, for instance, but that would have been more expensive, because of additional regulations, than going to Grand Cayman, Inzana said.
So, unlike many for-profit corporations that move business and money offshore solely for tax purposes, L+M, a nonprofit, did it to avoid certain state regulations in the U.S., following the lead of other large hospitals.
The captives are also used in other high litigation risk industries, like construction.
L+M officials did say the new company has an office in Grand Cayman, although it doesn't have an actual L+M sign shingle hanging on the street. Presumably, hospital officials go there from time to time to execute business.
I suggested to Inzana that the reason so many rumors have been circulating about L+M's Grand Cayman connection is because people are suspicious of any organization, especially a local nonprofit hospital, moving their business offshore to avoid U.S. regulation or taxes.
I asked him if the hospital hadn't considered, for instance, lobbying for a change of Connecticut regulations to allow here what they are doing in Grand Cayman.
He said, in general, the hospital has been fighting an uphill battle in Washington and in Hartford to cut costs and operate effectively in a changing environment.
"I wish I could rely on our legislators to do the right thing," he said.
In the long run, Inzana said, moving the hospital's new insurance business offshore is going to be good for employees and patients here, because it is going to lower costs.
"Quite frankly, it is cheaper to operate out of Grand Cayman right now," he said.
That would seem to indicate the system is broken, though I am not sure what the best diagnosis might be for mending it, or whom to sue if they fix it wrong.
This is the opinion of David Collins.
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