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Another legend in sound and home theater engineering has died. Ray Dolby, founder of Dolby Laboratories and holder of over 50 patents passed away September 12 in San Francisco at age 80. He had bee suffering from Alzheimer's disease and leukemia.
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Anyone who enjoys home theater, or many other everyday home audio technologies, has been touched by innovations developed by Ray Dolby and the company he launched. He got his start in the industry at AMPEX, a manufacturer of tape recorders. He went on to develop Dolby Noise Reduction (Type A for the professional market, and Type B for the consumer market) which was adopted by many major electronics manufacturers.
He continued to innovate in the audio world and made a particular impact on the home theater market, first with the development of Dolby Surround in 1982, Dolby Pro Logic in 1987 and finally the format that most people today know him for, Dolby Digital (originally called Dolby AC-3).
His innovations earned him numerous awards, including a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, several Emmys, two Oscars, a Grammy, a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, induction in the Consumer Electronics Hall of Fame and many others.
The innovations developed by Dolby Laboratories continue to be highly valued by the consumer electronics industry and home theater and audio enthusiasts everywhere.
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A United States Army veteran is battling to return his family to the United States after they were deported to Italy.
On Tuesday, Arnold Giammarco will file a federal lawsuit to force the United States government to act on a citizenship application he filed more than 30 years ago.
He was deported back to his native Italy last year over drug possession and larceny convictions.
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There are many advantages to working for the federal government. Federal employees serve in a wide variety of exciting jobs, earn good wages, receive medical benefits, and make a difference through public service! The federal government hires people in many different fields, from accounting to public affairs, health care to law enforcement, and everything in between.
For so many, however, the steps to getting a federal job seem numerous and difficult. This does not have to be the case. There are many different paths to federal employment, and for individuals with disabilities, one of those paths is the Schedule A hiring authority.
So what is Schedule A?
Schedule A is an excepted service hiring authority available to federal agencies to hire and/or to promote individuals with disabilities without competing the job. Utilizing the Schedule A hiring authority to fill a vacancy allows federal agencies to avoid using the traditional, and sometimes lengthy, competitive hiring process. You are eligible for a Schedule A appointment if you are a person with an intellectual disability, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability, and meet the qualifications of the job in question. There are no specific definitions as to what qualifies as an "intellectual disability," a "severe physical disability," or a "psychiatric disability," under Schedule A, so federal agencies are free to interpret the requirements broadly.
Want more information? Read on!
This guide provides answers to most of your questions about using Schedule A to get through the federal hiring process.
Most federal vacancies are advertised on the USAJOBS Web site, found at www.usajobs.gov. This is the Federal government's official site for job information and includes over 16,000 job postings. Through this site, you can search for openings in a particular field, city, or agency, or all three (you also can sign-up for e-mail alerts about job openings by type of job, agency, and/or geographic area). If you cannot access the internet or need additional assistance, you can call 202-606-2525. There is also an automated telephone system that can be reached at 703-724-1850 (voice) or 978-461-8404 (TTY).
Not all agencies use USAJOBS to announce job vacancies. So it is important to check specific agency Web sites for additional information about employment opportunities. A listing of agency sites can be found at www.usa.gov.
You will need to create a resume, if you do not already have one. If you need assistance with creating a resume, please use the Resources page at the end of this guide. Additionally, the USAJOBS Web site mentioned above has a resume builder.
Beyond creating a resume, you may need to prepare other documents as required by the job vacancy. Read the job announcement carefully. Make sure you have all the documents required (such as a writing sample or college transcript, for example), as your application will not be complete without them.
In addition to the typical application materials mentioned above, to be considered for a Schedule A appointment, you also will be required to submit proof of your disability. Disclosure of your disability in order to get a job is not typical, but will be required for a Schedule A appointment. Although the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act both provide persons with disabilities protections against being compelled to disclose the existence of a disability, because Schedule A is only available to individuals with disabilities, individuals have to prove they have a disability to be eligible.
Proof of disability will typically come in the form of a letter. Such a letter simply needs to say that you have an intellectual disability, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability.
You can get this letter from:
The letter does NOT need to detail your medical history or your need for an accommodation. The simpler the letter is, the better.
Once you have submitted proof of a disability, an agency may make a permanent, temporary, or time-limited Schedule A appointment for a position if they determine that you are right for the position for which you are applying. An agency will make this determination in much the same way it evaluates other applicants: by reviewing your employment history, educational background, and other relevant experience, just as they would for any other applicant. So make sure you list all your applicable experience on your resume.
What if you don't have any previous related experience? Under the Schedule A regulations, agencies have the option of giving Schedule A applicants, who do not have work, educational, or other relevant experience, a temporary appointment, to allow you to prove your ability to perform the essential functions of the position, "on-the-job." After you've successfully demonstrated your ability to perform, the agency may then convert you, non-competitively, to a permanent position.
At this point you should try to contact the Disability Program Manager (DPM) or Selective Placement Coordinator (SPC) at the agency where you wish to work. You can find the appropriate person or office by either using the contact information included in the vacancy announcement itself (all announcements include a phone number and/or e-mail address to be used for questions), or by searching a directory of SPCs maintained by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
The directory can be found at http://apps.opm.gov/sppc_directory/, but please note that this list is not always accurate.
Not all agencies have a DPM or SPC, so you may need to speak with a human resources (HR) professional within the agency for help. If you are a veteran, you may want to contact a VA counselor. No matter what, be prepared to put in some time and effort to find the correct person or persons that can help you.
Note: There are several regulations that are generically referred to as "Schedule A." These regulations cover more than just persons with disabilities. When contacting a federal HR professional concerning possible employment opportunities, explain that you are referring to Schedule A for persons with disabilities.
Job seekers may think it appropriate to have a parent or vocational rehabilitation counselor contact federal agencies on their behalf. Managers are likely to be unimpressed. Thus, you should not do this unless it is necessary as an accommodation. If you do not need this as an accommodation, you should take control of your career search yourself.
Once you reach a person who can assist you, ask for guidance on the best way to proceed with applying for the identified vacancy using the Schedule A hiring authority. He or she can work with you to make sure your resume/application is considered. Please note that not all agencies utilize Schedule A specifically. Some may have other hiring flexibilities in place to increase the representation of persons with disabilities, so inquire with the agency if this becomes an issue.
You may also apply directly online through the USAJOBS Web site or the specific federal agency's Web site. If you do, make sure you follow the application instructions as given in the job posting. When you submit your application, indicate that you wish to apply under Schedule A. In fact, an agency may suggest that you first apply for a position through the regular vacancy announcement (on USAJOBS or the agency's Web site) AND THEN follow-up with the SPC/DPM or appropriate office. So, be diligent about following the process outlined by the agency.
Once you submit your application, there is nothing left to do but wait. If the agency is interested in you as a candidate for the open position(s), they will contact you to set up an interview. If the agency wants to hire you, you will be offered the position. If you have not already been asked for your proof of disability, you will be asked for it at the offer stage.
If you are offered a federal job, always ask for the offer of employment in writing. The person extending the offer - typically a HR specialist - should be able to clearly explain the offer and answer any questions you may have. After you accept an offer of employment, if you believe you will need an accommodation to perform the job duties, now is the time to ask. You want to give the agency plenty of time to get your accommodations in place, to ensure you will have what you need your first day.
That's it!
If you still have questions, check out the Frequently Asked Questions section for answers.
Q. What is Schedule A?
A. The federal government has special hiring authorities for people with disabilities. Schedule A is one of these. It helps individuals with disabilities to get, keep, and advance in federal jobs that are matched to their skills and abilities. By utilizing Schedule A to fill a vacancy, an agency can avoid using the traditional, and sometime lengthy, competitive hiring process. You are eligible for a Schedule A appointment if you are a person with an intellectual disability, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability.
Q. How does one prove eligibility for Schedule A?
A. In order to receive a Schedule A appointment, a person must:
Proof of disability can be satisfied with a simple letter stating that you have an intellectual disability, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability. You can get this letter from your doctor, a licensed medical professional, a licensed rehabilitation professional, or any entity that issues or provides disability benefits.
The letter does NOT need to detail your medical history or your need for an accommodation. The simpler the letter is, the better.
An agency will rely on your work, educational, or other relevant experience to decide whether you are suited to a particular work environment and set of duties. Just as with any applicant, an agency will look at your specific background to determine whether you are right for the position for which you are applying.
Q. How can I use Schedule A?
A. Anyone can compete for a federal job by applying through a job posting, but people with disabilities can use Schedule A to secure a federal job without going through the typical process. Using Schedule A means applying for a position just as other applicants would, but including additional information, i.e., proof of disability. Just follow the steps - A, B, and C - noted above.
Q. I found a job vacancy that I am interested in applying for, and I want to use Schedule A. What's next?
A. Once you have your resume and references in order, and have obtained your proof of disability, you are ready to apply. Reach out to the appropriate person within the agency you are applying to for assistance in applying. Be prepared to put some time and effort into finding the correct person that can help you. You may apply online through the USAJOBS Web site or the specific federal agency's Web site. Make sure you follow the application instructions as given in the job posting. When you fill out the application, indicate you wish to apply under Schedule A.
Q. Who can help?
A. If you want to apply for a job under Schedule A, contact the DPM or SPC at the agency where you want to work. You can also contact your career counselor or vocational rehabilitation counselor for information. If you are a veteran, you may want to contact a VA counselor.
Q. Is there a probationary period?
A. Yes, two years. During probation, Schedule A employees are held to the same performance standards as all other employees.
Q. Are agencies required to use Schedule A?
A. No. An agency can choose to use the traditional competitive process to fill its job vacancies; or they can choose to use the non-competitive Schedule A hiring authority.
Q. If I am eligible for a Schedule A appointment, am I guaranteed a job?
A. No.
ABILITYJobs and JobAccess - This organization enables people with disabilities to post their resumes for potential employers to view and to browse job opportunities posted by employers. The Web site also includes information about the ADA and reasonable accommodations. For more information, see www.jobaccess.org.
CareerOneStop - The CareerOneStop Web site, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, provides a variety of services to employers and job seekers. The site also offers information about other service provider locations relevant to employment, training, and economic development. Visit www.careeronestop.org for more information.
GettingHired.com - This free national network provides a jobs database and other services to people with disabilities and the employers who hire them. Further information is available at www.gettinghired.com.
WRP - The Workforce Recruitment Program is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal sector employers nationwide with highly motivated postsecondary students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to prove their abilities in the workplace through summer or permanent jobs. Students represent all majors and range from college freshmen to graduate students and law students. A searchable database is available through the WRP Web site. Colleges and universities, if you are not signed up to be a stop on the WRP recruiting tour, you should be! Further information can be found at www.wrp.gov.
For Veterans with Disabilities - There are numerous organizations and agencies that exist to assist veterans with disabilities find and maintain employment. The following is a sample of useful resources to keep handy:
CAP - There is a wonderful federal program housed within the Department of Defense. The Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP) provides assistive technology and services to people with disabilities throughout the federal government FREE OF CHARGE! That means you can tap this resource for help in accommodating an employee with a disability. CAP will do the needs assessment, buy the needed technology, train the employee on how to use it, and follow up with updates. All you have to do is ask! (Note: Before contacting CAP directly, check with the DPM or SPC, as they may already have a relationship with CAP.) Additional information can be found at www.cap.mil.
JAN - The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) represents the most comprehensive resource for job accommodations available and is a terrific and easy-to-use resource. This free consulting service is designed to increase the employability of people with disabilities. JAN provides individualized worksite accommodation solutions, as well as information on job accommodations and related subjects for employers and people with disabilities. Further information can be found at www.askjan.org.
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Confusion is the result of a split between our awareness and its object. But how could there be any separation in what is inherently whole and undivided? Intimacy is the doorway into clarity and the antidote to alienation. It shows us, clearly, that we have never been apart.
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You will find the print books for the entire subject of geology on the 4th floor of the Marston Science Library.
Library Catalog (Books, E-books, Journals, Videos, & More)
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Street Legal:
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A respondent in a recent FINRA regulatory settlement had a Twitter account with 1,400 followers, and she posted at least 372 tweets, 32 of which referenced Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD). According to FINRA, the registered person needed to inform a Principal at her firm about the account and the AMD tweets. However, there's far more to the case.
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by Alexis BennettThe American Quarter Horse Journal
Indefinable and Tina Freeland
An AQHA world championship title could not have been awarded to a more gracious, down-to-earth woman than Tina Freeland.
On November 14, the horsewoman from Corryton, Tennessee, earned her very first gold with her 3-year-old gelding, Indefinable.
"I'm really excited," she said. "I was pretty surprised. I have a really nice horse, but I never thought that we would be world champions."
When she exited the arena with her armful of goodies, she was greeted by an impressive group. They were all just as elated by the outcome of the class as she was.
"My mom is with me," Tina said. "I have a lot of friends from my state, Tennessee, and people that I've shown with for a long time. My trainers, of course are here, too."
Part of the reason she has such a large AQHA family is that she not only enjoys the horse showing world as a hobby but also as a career.
"I band and braid manes at horse shows," Tina said. "I've got to pay for the horse showing!"
You may wonder how she lucked into such a "sweet" setup.
"I've been doing it for awhile. I've always done my own horses and then people would be like, 'Hey, you do a really good job. Will you do mine?' " Tina laughed.
The rest is history.
"They'd hire me to do theirs and I thought, 'Hey, this is kind of a cool job.' I can still have the flexibility to go show the horses but I'm still working. I don't have to take time off. It can be a little stressful to juggle."
Tina has a very hands-on approach to showing.
While her halter horses are at the trainers with Ron Stratton, she keeps her riding horses at home so she can ride regularly.
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Derek Thomas on John Owen
John Owen's Pastoral Theology
Lectures by Dr. Derek Thomas
Here are the valuable lectures of Dr. Derek Thomas on the Pastoral Theology of John Owen delivered at the Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary this past Spring. They are here posted with the kind permission of Dr. Thomas and the President of PRTS, Dr. Joel Beeke. Here you can stream the audio through this page or download the lecture audio files. The course description and objectives are below.
Lecture 1 (1:33:29, 37.5 MB) download
Lecture 2 (1:21:15, 37.3 MB) download
Lecture 3 (1:33:58, 43.1 MB) download
Lecture 4 (1:27:10, 40.0 MB) download
Lecture 5 (1:20:11, 36.8 MB) download
Lecture 6 (1:28:23, 40.5 MB) download
Lecture 7 (1:23:48, 38.4 MB) download
Lecture 8 (1:31:14, 41.8 MB) download
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"I owe more, I think, to John Owen than to any other theologian, ancient or modern" (J.I. Packer).
John Owen (1616-1683) was perhaps the weightiest of the Puritan theologians, often mentioned in the same breath as John Calvin and Jonathan Edwards as one of three greatest reformed theologians of all time. Remarkable though it is that he lived through the period of the Westminster Assembly without ever having been asked to take part in it, Owen nevertheless towers over this period, rising to the post of Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University.
His thoughts are massive, even intimidating; but a closer reflection reveals a man absorbed by the demands of piety and Christ-likeness, a truly humble man who could say "I hold myself bound in conscience and in honour, not even to imagine that I have attained a proper knowledge of anyone article of truth, much less to publish it, unless through the Holy Spirit I have had such a taste of it, in its spiritual sense, that I may be able, from the heart, to say with the psalmist, 'I have believed, and therefore have I spoken.'"
The course will focus on those aspects of his theology which relate immediately to concerns of spiritual piety, including Owen's view of the Christian life and the demands of mortification.
Initially lectures on Owenian theology will be given in order to introduce the student to the finer points of Owenian/Puritan theology and distinctives. At some point (to be determined) the format will assume the form of a seminar where participation (involving some preparation) will be expected.
Course objectives
According to Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones, "Owen on the whole is difficult to read" (Preaching and Preachers, London, 1971, p. 175). Similar sentiments are expressed by J. I Packer when he says, "There is no denying that Owen is heavy and hard to read" (Introductory Essay to The Death of Death, London, 1959, p. 25). But this need not be the case. Recalling that Owen wrote for teenagers at Oxford university, and that, in the main, his concerns were pastoral and eminently practical, Owen can be read, if not with ease, then with profit. A rule of thumb here may be to avoid beginning at the beginning! Several volumes contain some of Owen's sermons (and it needs to be recalled that much of Owen was at one time sermonic in nature before being committed to writing); these might seem an ideal place to start. Choosing volumes for special study for this course has been difficult since there is a desire perhaps to obtain some knowledge of the whole range of Owen's corpus. But we shall concentrate on a little with a view to the student gaining sufficient skill and interest to make the rest of Owen a lifetime's study.
In a nutshell, you are to enjoy this course. Owen is one of those figures that will take a lifetime to master (and then some!). My hope is that I will whet your appetite to make him a companion who will accompany you on the journey of service for our Master.
Posted on June 29, 2007, in Derek Thomas, John Owen, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary. Bookmark the permalink. 24 Comments.
I did not hear these lectures "exactly," but I did hear Dr. Thomas teach this course at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, MS in 2004. Owen is a giant among giants, and Derek gives not only his knowledge of Owen, but his love of Owen as well.
This is well worth the download.
Tony, in your opinion, who among the vast crowd of Reformed theologians should I first consult in the topic of aesthetics? Also, what work of their's, specifically, should I read concerning aesthetics?
I figured since you have read such an abundance of authors and their works, you of all people would know. If you don't, however, don't feel bad. :) Thanks for any information you can help me with. For some reason, I've taken an interest in aesthetics and wanted to see what was written in days of old by men much wiser than myself.
Uhm… Both? Hahaha! :) I didn't know there was a difference. I suppose more so the area of worship. I came across the phrase, "theological aesthetics," if that helps anything. Either one would be fine with me. I would just like to learn about aesthetics from a Reformed viewpoint.
Sorry I'm making this so difficult. That's what happens when I haven't the foggiest what I'm trying to learn about.
Thanks Tony! Will do!
I have been narrating some of John Owen's works for 20 years.
The place to start with Owen is Volume 6. I suppose if you are really a theological genius, you could start with Volume 17. Yes, there really is a volume 17. I own an antique copy and it is ALL in Latin. It was translated in 1993 and published by SDG publications. Their ttitle was Biblical Theology.
Owen may be difficult, but he is essential. Few puritans probe as deep. Richard Baxter, certainly, Joseph Alleine, and Thomas Shepard, but Owen is my salt as well as light. Also essential is "The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded"
But remember, Owen is only useful to you as he points you to Christ. The Glory of Christ is an excellent volume as well.
Is it just me and my computer or is the first lecture stopping somewhere around 25 minutes?
It appears that I had a really bad connection the first time I tried to listen to the Derek Thomas lectures on John Owen. It seems to be working just fine now. I would also like to say that it is great to listen to Dr. Thomas' lectures. He obviously has an excellent grasp of Owen and it is wonderful to listen to him talk about this giant of the faith because it seems to be just like a story that he's telling of someone that he knows intimately. If you haven't taken the time to listen to these lectures I would highly recommend that you do. You will want to listen to them over and over again. Thank you very much for making them available to the public.
Thank You 100% for this. I am both looking into PRTS forthe modular Th.M and interested in Owen so this kills 2 birds with one stone!!!
Thanks for posting this. I love John Owen (even named my son after him!) and am thankful to learn from others about him. I've linked to this from my blog now as well. Thanks again.
Dear Dr. Thomas; Thank you for this posting, I enjoyed your heartfelt and very informative first lecture. As I am currently preaching on the attributes of God I feel after listening to your lecture that I must read some of John Owen will preparing this series
Warm regards!
Rev. Ken Walker
New Hope Community Church
Congregational Christian Churches in Canada
These are great. Thanks for sharing these MP3 links.
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Lisle, Illinois ~ More and more people in today's uncertain economy are struggling to manage their finances.
But that doesn't mean you have to drain your savings, take out another mortgage or max out credit cards to stay afloat.
Learn what you can do to set yourself up for financial success at a "Smart Money Seminar" from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 3 on the second floor of the Krasa Student Center at Benedictine University.
The Women's Institute for Global Leadership at Benedictine is co-hosting the event with the Illinois State Treasurer's Office and the nonprofit Dollars and Sense Inc. to provide important financial information to the University community and public.
Monica L. Walker, founding partner, chief executive officer and chief investment officer of Holland Capital Management LLC, is the keynote speaker.
Walker oversees Holland Capital Management's overall business and financial operations, and is responsible for implementing the firm's large-cap growth and mid-cap growth equity strategies. She has more than 32 years of financial services experience, including 25 years in investment management.
Walker's talk will provide strategic tips aimed at dispelling concerns about investing in an uncertain economy by encouraging investors to focus and plan for the long term through short-term ways that improve one's ability to invest.
Walker was nominated as one of the "Top 100 Women to Watch" in Today's Chicago Woman magazine. She has been recognized as one of Chicago United's "Business Leaders of Color," and one of Black Enterprise magazine's "75 Most Powerful Blacks on Wall Street" and "75 Most Powerful Women in Business."
Other speakers include Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford and Laura Shallow, vice president of senior relations for Fifth Third Bank.
"I hope people make time to take advantage of this unique opportunity at Benedictine University," Rutherford said. "In today's economy, tips offered at our Smart Money seminar could be very useful for budgeting household finances – no matter the size of your household."
As state treasurer, Rutherford ensures that state investments are protected from market fluctuations and assures all funds are properly managed. As the state's banker, he is responsible for investing more than $15 billion in taxpayer dollars.
Shallow's presentation is titled "Putting Muscle into Your Financial Fitness" and will cover such topics as identify theft, budgeting, building credit, and financial and estate planning.
Admission is free. Please RSVP in advance at www.ben.edu/smartmoney. Attendees will receive a complimentary breakfast and lunch.
Benedictine University is an independent Roman Catholic institution located in Lisle, Illinois just 25 miles west of Chicago. Founded in 1887, Benedictine provides 56 undergraduate majors, 16 graduate and four doctorate programs. The Chronicle of Higher Education recently ranked Benedictine University as the seventh fastest-growing campus among private nonprofit master's universities, and Forbes magazine named Benedictine among the top 20 percent of America's colleges for 2011. Benedictine University's Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program is listed by Crain's Chicago Business as the fourth largest in the Chicago area in 2011.
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Sundance Review: 'In a World'
A voice-over star's daughter learns to speak for herself in Lake Bell's hilarious, real debut comedy.
Rating: 5/5
Carol Solomon (writer-director Lake Bell) lives in her father's echo. Not shadow; her dad Sam Soto (Fred Melamed) is a trailer-voice guy, of the same generation as the late, great (non-fictional) Don LaFontaine, the gravel-and-gravitas vocal artist who made "In a world ..." a catchphrase for a generation of moviegoers who both mocked its preposterousness and loved its inherent outlandish promise. Carol does vocal coaching and archives accents for her work, surreptitiously taping strangers to capture what they sound like; it's not a superbly-paying gig, though, which is why she has to move in with her sister (Michaela Watkins) and her husband (Rob Corddry) when his groupie-turned girlfriend Jamie (Alexandra Holden) moves in with her dad and displaces her current arrangement. But Carol, with thanks to kind-hearted and wooden-mouthed sound man Louis (Demitri Martin), lands one voice-over gig and then another and another, even stealing gigs from trailer-voicing wunderkind Gustav Warner (Ken Marino); Carol's life is taking off. But in Hollywood, success is, and isn't, everything it seems ...
Written and directed by Bell with skill and grace, "In a World" shames both big-money, big-studio limp, lame Hollywood rom-coms and the toothless, gum-the-hand-that-feeds-them lukewarm 'satires' about Hollywood Hollywood makes. Carol's journey is one of self-awareness, to be sure, but it's also one that feels like it has real stakes and real struggle, and Bells' script captures the way that both families and the movie business are riddled with insecure egomaniacs who can, and will, knock you down so they might stand a little taller -- and how, in modern movie-making, a big win can come with provisos that make it necessary to take the hit and keep going. Sam isn't a monster, but he's not that great a guy, either, and Melamed's performance is utterly winning, combining velvet-voiced pomposity and scratchy, whimpering self-doubt.
BING: Lake Bell l Don LaFontaine
As for Bell, after years in projects like "Children's Hospital," it's wonderful to see her shine in a lead role -- but the real surprise here is that, as a writer and a director, her wit, skill and intelligence are as broad and warm and bright as her smile. Director of Photography Seamus Tierny captures the real L.A., not just the gleaming homes and tree-lined avenues of the well-to-do successes but the funky apartments and graffiti-strewn streets of the things-to-do strivers in the industry. Editor Tom McCardle makes sense of the overlapping dialogue and quick-shift scenes as Carol cautiously and clumsily navigates her way through newfound success as every rose comes with thorns. For all that matter, all the characters in "In a World" talk and act like people, not merely cutouts placed by lazy screenwriters to help get everyone to the next scene.
It's also worthy of note that Bell avoids the common pitfalls of so many romantic comedies (which "In a World" is not solely, but which "In a World" nonetheless does remarkably well); the supporting characters are characters, fully-fleshed and fallible and trying, and when Louis and Carol finally, in spite of themselves, actually connect, we know why that's going to happen and why that's a good thing. There are too many great cast members to name, but Tig Notario and Nick Offerman collaborate to steal scenes like a pair of pickpockets, one lifting your wallet while the other distracts you. There are also a few delightful cameos too good to spoil, and the films' loving mockery of Hollywood -- much of the plot involves who gets to do the trailer for the upcoming quadrilogy "The Amazon Games," which will also see the return of "In a world ..." after LaFontaine's passing -- that manages to be savagely smart but also warmly knowing.
Sam, laden with wisdom and quotable bon mots, reminds Carol early on that "A voice is a choice," and while that's true, you could also flip it -- the choices you make speak for you, and part of the pleasure of this film lies in watching Carol make better choices about everything -- the family she was born into, the family she works with, the industry she works in. You don't have to be a Hollywood insider to love "In a World" -- you just have to love movies and have a family and a few hopes, which I like to think is a fairly broad pool of people. "In a World" marks the debut of a new and real talent with Bell's leap to directing and writing, but -- more importantly -- it's as hilarious as it is human, as silly as it is smart, as real as it is ridiculously funny, and I hope it finds the studio and audience it deserves; the next time Bell makes a film, I for one know I'll be listening.
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A Wearable Towel?!
This puts the Snuggie to shame! People are actually buying towels to wear as dresses. Don't believe us? We wish we were kidding!
Got a BBQ to go to and nothing to wear? How about taking versatile style to a whole new level by wearing the "Wearable Towel"? No need for a beach bag -- just throw on your towel in tunic or toga style -- then use it as a towel when you get to the pool or beach! Heck, you could have your whole family match, since the wearable towel is unisex. Seriously, this tops the baby Snuggie in a big way.
We are kidding, of course, but the makers of the Wearable Towel are not. They are selling the tunic/towel/toga for $19.95 and have a "how-to" video to match. They come in four sizes and three different colors: red, white, and blue -- how patriotic!
What a great idea!!!
Well, they have combined the apron and the bath robe. How convenient! The saddest part is this is some inventor's life's work.
OMG! I just bought something like this. I thought it was a great idea. I didn't however think it was supposed to be worn in public!! I bought it to use in the morning while I get ready since my regular towel always slips off when I wrap it around me. I will continue to use it for getting ready in the morning but will NEVER wear it in public!
I think it's pretty clever. It would be great for after the beach. You don't want to put clothes on if you are sandy and damp, but don't want to walk all the way to the car in just your swimsuit. If you can even find a beach bathroom, they are usually pretty gross. This covers and dries and you don't walk around looking like you wet your pants. It would be great for at the house in between swims. I wouldn't go anywhere but to and from the car though, that would be tacky. I don't think I'd buy one, but will make these for myself and my kids.
What a great idea!! I will for sure buy one!
the hardest part of getting up in the morning is trying to get out of bed. the way i do it is.using the handles bar of the wheelchair, and i can pull myself ot of bed sowly. and showering i use a kmart chair i have in the shower as i sit downon. dressing i use the wheelchair to dress myself , which it takes a while to dress myself.
Wearable towels… i never thought about them this way. Usually i enjoy wearing bath robes, but only after i take a shower, i would never wear them in public, it would make me feel too uncomfortable and tensed. Well, i guess everyone decides for themselves on how to use them.


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By: Alexandra Cowley
A Providence teen is about to make a trip of a lifetime,
because of the story she has to share. The high
school senior who's boarding a plane to Las Vegas tomorrow to be part of a
national movement against bullying.
16–year–old Sarah Murray is one of 12 teens nationwide,
chosen to be a part of a national campaign against bullying.
Judging by the size of Sarah Murray's smile, you'd never believe she went through
a phase where smiling was non–existent.
"People just picked on me because of my clothes and how I dressed," explained Murray.
The 16–year–old doesn't have fond memories of her middle
school years.
"It made me feel lonely like I didn't really talk to a
lot of people, I was really shy, I never wanted to go school and when I did go to
school, I was always sat by myself,"Murray said.
After years of being tortured, she had an epiphany.
"I just thought one day like why do I care what other
people think about me, if I like me and I know that I'm a good person, and I know
that I'm smart, and I know that I'm kind, then why should I care about what other
people say or think," she said.
It's that attitude that led Murray to volunteer at the boys
and girls club, hoping to teach kids the pain bullying causes.
"If I see a kid bullying another one I'm like you don't
understand the situation, you don't understand what it's like to them maybe you
should stop and think," she said.
Because of Murray's leadership, her supervisor at the Boys
and Girls Club entered her to win a trip to Vegas, and be a part of a
national campaign against bullying.
During the trip she'll be a part of a roundtable discussion on how to combat cyber-bullying. She also gets VIP access to a Carly Rae Jepsen concert,
where she'll get to meet the pop star.
"It's amazing, I'm speechless, I really don't know what
to say," said Murray.
If Murray could talk to her middle school self now, she would say,"I would just tell her that it gets better, there's no
need to worry, just block everybody else out, look at you now, your going to see Carly Rae Jepsen."
Murray is in line to become the valedictorian of Mount Pleasant High School. Murray and her mom leave for Vegas Wednesday morning.
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HAZELHURST, Wis. (WSAU) - Despite strong numbers in this year's deer hunt, a Northwoods lawmaker is calling for more support from the DNR.
Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-Hazelhurst) says the overall increase in the deer harvest is not reflected in the Northwoods. "It is encouraging to see the preliminary statewide numbers. However, we continue to see low harvest totals in many Northwoods units." The overall harvest was up 7.7%, but many hunters in the northern units were not able to get antlerless tags. Overall deer tag sales were also up 2% from last year.
Tiffany says that lack of confidence in the harvest will lead to lower tourism numbers for the gun season. Tiffany is calling on the DNR to start implementing the Kroll Report which calls for an increase in communication with hunters as well as changes in forestry management.