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Devils rookie Adam Henrique scored his second overtime series-winning goal of the playoffs, giving the New Jersey Devils a 3-2 win in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Final. The win sends the Devils to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2003.
In addition to a game-high six shots on goal and an assist on Henrique's game-winner, Ilya Kovalchuk added a goal for the Devils in Game Six, giving him six points in the series (tied with Zach Parise for the team lead) and lifting Kovalchuk to a playoff-leading 18 points.
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The Rangers fell behind early, down 2-0 in the first 14 minutes of the game but, much like Game Five, the Rangers rallied, scoring twice in the second period, and held the territorial edge after they were down by a couple goals.
Ruslan Fedotenko got the Rangers on the board, and he tied Dan Girardi (whose shots was deflected in for the second goal) for the Rangers' scoring lead in the series with five points. With all due respect to those guys, that was part of the Rangers' problem -- that Fedotenko and Girardi were scoring more than Brad Richards (four points) and, most obviously, Marian Gaborik (one point, though he had a team-high 19 shots on goal).
With the Rangers' season on the line, rookie Chris Kreider ended up playing just 9:33, the first time in the series that he played fewer than 15 minutes in a game. He did tie for the team lead with four hits.
For the playoffs as a whole, the Rangers didn't score enough. Sure, they reached the Final Four and were within an overtime goal of forcing Game Seven, but Richards led the team with 15 points in 20 games, followed by Girardi with 12. Top scorers needed to produce more, but so too did the supporting cast. Derek Stephan and Carl Hagelin, for example, scored one goal in 35 games between them, while playing significant minutes on scoring lines.
What ought to be particularly galling for the Rangers, though, is that they were thoroughly outplayed early in the series, yet somehow managed to split the first four games, but then they carried the play in the last two games -- needing to come back from a multi-goal deficit to tie both game -- and came away second-best in both games
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CHICAGO (AP) - Blues center David Backes has been ruled out for Game 3 against the Chicago Blackhawks because of an upper-body injury.
St. Louis, however, will have center Patrik Berglund for Monday night's game against the Stanley Cup champions, who trail the playoff series 2-0. Berglund missed three games, also with an upper-body injury.
Backes was wiped out by a big hit from Blackhawks defenseman Bren Seabrook in the third period of St. Louis' 4-3 overtime victory Saturday. The captain was helped off the ice and did not return.
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Blood Spot Screening
What is blood spot screening?
Why is blood spot screening important?
When should blood spot screening be performed?
How is blood spot screening performed?
What is hearing screening?
Why is hearing screening important?
When should hearing screening be performed?
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Blood Spot Screening
WHAT is blood spot screening?
Blood spot screening is the process of testing babies to determine whether they are at risk for over 50 rare conditions that may make them sick before symptoms appear. Often, it is the only way to tell if newborns are affected, since these conditions are generally not detectable at birth. The conditions tested for can...
- affect how the body breaks down proteins (such as PKU)
- cause hormone problems (such as congenital hypothyroidism)
- cause blood problems (such as sickle cell disease)
- affect how the body makes energy (such as MCAD)
- affect breathing and getting nutrients from food (such as cystic fibrosis)
- affect the immune system (such as SCID)
WHY is blood spot screening important?
Blood spot screening is important because it can save babies' lives and help them have a healthy start. Identifying and treating affected infants right away is the key to preventing significant health problems and even death. Affected babies may look perfectly normal at birth. Without newborn screening, the disorder may stay hidden but still cause permanent damage to the baby.
WHEN should blood spot screening be performed?
Unless you refuse in writing, blood spots are typically collected when your baby is between 24 and 48 hours old. On occasion, circumstances may arise that require the blood spots to be collected before 24 hours or after 48 hours. Your baby's provider will discuss this with you if necessary.
HOW is blood spot screening performed?
Blood spots are collected by a healthcare provider trained in the collection process. A small amount of blood is obtained from the baby's heel by a heel poke. The blood is not collected in a tube but rather is placed on a piece of filter paper (newborn screening card).
The newborn screening card is then sent to Minnesota's Newborn Screening Program Laboratory for testing. Results are usually available within a week after your baby's newborn screening card was received. Your baby's blood spot screening results will be sent to your birth provider, who will forward the results to your baby's primary care provider. If additional testing is needed, your baby's results will be communicated directly to your baby's primary care provider who will discuss the next steps with you.
Hearing Screening
WHAT is hearing screening?
Hearing screening checks babies for hearing loss in the range where speech is heard.
WHY is hearing screening important?
Speech and language start to develop at birth. Without early identification and intervention, a child with hearing loss may have difficulty with speech and language development. If a baby has hearing loss, it is usually not noticeable to parents or providers because some babies with hearing loss will still startle to loud sounds and even appear to listen. Screening with follow-up testing is the only way to find hearing loss early. Learning that your baby has hearing loss at an early age will help you and your child develop lifelong communication and language skills.
WHEN should hearing screening be performed?
The initial hearing screen is best performed after 12 hours of age. All hearing screens should be complete by the time your baby is one month old.
HOW is hearing screening performed?
Unlike the hearing tests performed with older children and adults, newborn hearing screening does not require your baby to raise their hand in response to test sounds. Rather, newborn hearing screening measures your baby's internal response to test sounds.
While your baby is calm, your baby's hearing will be checked using one of two methods: Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) or Automated Auditory Brainstem Response (AABR). Both of these methods are painless and are acceptable for screening babies. With OAEs, a small rubber tip placed in each ear delivers soft tones and measures the echo that occurs when the ear is functioning normally. With AABRs, earphones deliver the test sounds. Sensors placed on the baby's head and neck measure the baby's internal response to those sounds. For both OAEs and AABRs, a computer measures whether the result is a PASS or REFER (not pass).
You will be notified of your baby's hearing screening results by the nurse or healthcare provider performing the test. If your baby does not pass the hearing test, an appointment should be scheduled to have your baby's hearing rescreened. If your baby does not pass the hearing rescreen, further testing is needed to make sure your baby is hearing all the sounds important for speech and language development. Your baby's provider will help you arrange an appointment for follow-up as soon as possible.
Pulse Oximetry Screening
WHAT is pulse oximetry screening?
Pulse oximetry screening is a fast and painless procedure which measures the amount of oxygen in your baby's blood. Low oxygen levels can be a sign of critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) or other conditions such as breathing problems or infections.
WHY is pulse oximetry screening important?
While prenatal ultrasounds may detect some cases of CCHD, not all can be detected before birth. Without screening shortly after birth, babies with CCHD are sometimes sent home without care because they appear healthy. At home, these babies can develop serious health problems and often require emergency care. If CCHD is detected early, however, infants can be treated and lead healthier lives.
WHEN should pulse oximetry screening be performed?
The pulse oximetry screen is best performed when your baby is at least 24 hours old.
HOW is pulse oximetry screening performed?
Pulse oximetry screening uses sensors placed on the baby's skin (typically the hand and foot) to determine the amount of oxygen in the blood. The test is a quick, non-invasive procedure that takes only a few minutes.
You will be notified of your baby's pulse oximetry result by the nurse or healthcare provider performing the test. If your baby does not pass the screen, your baby's care provider will arrange for further testing and evaluation to determine if your baby has CCHD. Further testing may include a repeat pulse oximetry screen, an echocardiogram (an ultrasound of the heart), an electrocardiogram (tests the electrical activity of the heart), and/or a chest x-ray. If any of the results from the additional testing are of concern for CCHD, then your baby may need to see a pediatric cardiologist. Babies with CCHD need surgery within the first year of life. Each baby with CCHD will require a unique treatment plan developed for his or her particular heart defect.


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O Weber State College b Some frogs have a iniru aye. iu ma ' , . . . , , , j i um mure, rtzuu MK story on page 5. Vol. 44 No. 32 Friday, February 17, 1984 w X w:a ch -r x -n tx X t I 1 f TH u u Mayor Madsen Believes WSC Is Center Of City Editor's Note: This is the final story in a two-part series dealing with Weber State's role in the Ogden community. In this article, Mayor Robert Madsen expresses his views. by David C. Wright Staff Reporter Ogden Mayor Robert Madsen said that Weber State College is a catalyst for the community. "Everything we do is centered around the college," he said. Madsen believes that Weber State has a role of cohesiveness to play in the community. He said the community he speaks of is much of the nothern Utah area. Madsen said that the athletics and the cultural activities of the college help to pull the community together. "The college is the focal point for almost every cultural event, with few exceptions, that comes into the community," he said. The mayor feels that the involvement of the students attending Weber add to the community spirit. Madsen said that WSC is an academic resource to the area. According to the mayor it is also a resource for local industry to pick up graduates. He said, "It (WSC) is a resource for part-time work for those attending school and it's a resource for interns." Madsen said that while WSC is the setting for many community activities, it also serves another purpose: "It (WSC) sets the spirit of community beauty. It has a very pretty campus; there is an awfully lot of green space; and it is kept up nicely." Weber State has a leadership role and because of that, said Madsen, "We can draw from the college's students and faculty to join groups and committees. We draw very heavily from the professionalism of the teachers and also a number of students. I think that comes from President Brady's leadership."Madsen said that the local leaders count on advice from the college. "We get a lot of free, educated input into city administration that we could never pay for out of a budget," he said. There have been times when the city has hired WSC faculty for specific studies, Madsen said. He added that these reports have been extremely valuable in helping officials make city decisions. As an example, the mayor cited the sales tax issue. Madsen said that there had been a dispute over who would receive the sales tax revenue. To help settle the question, the city employed some faculty members from thecollege. Touching on the economic impact of the college Madsen said, "The college has a tremendous financial impact on the community." He added that the community would suffer "immeasurably" if the college were to "pack up and leave." Madsen said the current Ogden city budget is, $30 million. In an earlier interview with WSC's President Brady, it was found that the school's budget is nearly $40 million. Madsen said that those figures give a good indication of the massive impact the college has on this area. Another advantage to the community, according to Madsen, is Weber's continuing education program. "The continual offerings from the college, both professional and-nonprofessional, will always be of benefit to the surrounding area." Madsen was asked what WSC could do to further benefit the area. "One thing that President Brady has already started that others (presidents) didn't do very well is a communication through constant relationships with local leaders and citizens. I think there is a liason situation that could be increased further than what he (Brady) has already started. We have seen how beneficial it has been." Madsen said that having a concern about specific problems in the area is another way the college can help. "As an example, look at downtown Ogden. For the business department, that could be a unique study with student involvement. We have more businesses downtown now than five years ago. We have a bigger sales tax than five years ago, so it's booming. But you walk down and see three streets with of a lot of empty buildings. It would be nice to have some information coming out of the college saying this is what we find." As to the support the city can give the college, Madsen listed several. "We are a back-up fire department, back-up police department. We try to zone and plan to protect the college." Madsen said that the city and local area must support the college in legislative matters. As they (WSC) go to the legislature they go with the Weber County legislators and communities totally behind what they are trying to accomplish at the college." Madsen said that the community has an obligation to support and participate in the offerings of the college, such as seminars, convocations, concerts, etc. The community can benefit WSC by enhancing its own image, according to Madsen. "If the community is visible, if the community is viable, if people know Ogden . . . then that assists Weber State College," he said. 0H 0iM CERAMICS VlTATiONAL r - ' ' i - czT" '"' " - . ' , - i"" Wk & v l rr i 5 i iL-iJ .- j.w....v.-4 t j I i j- I v,. J V. f j c; j I i j . I i i i i f : 7k I j C - I ' i J . . , , f I . " i f -. -. . j ,"" 1 ' I v. ' 1 Signpost pho!oBob George The Weber State Art Dept. is sponsoring the 10th Annual Ceramics Invitational in the Collett Gallery. For the story see the Arts and Entertainment section on page 7. Registration Update Registration for spring quarter will begin on Feb. 27. Spring quarter class schedules will be available on Feb. 21. Vouchers for students receiving financial aid will be mailed from the financial aid office on Feb. 27. Vouchers will not be available for pre-registration. Students receiving financial aid may register at their appointed time. They will be put on deferred payment until their vouchers arrive.
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This conversation is closed.
Can God be defined?
I find that after debating with many people, many don't have a definition of what "God" is. (For even when you go to a church many people have different definitions ; and not many have a "shared definition".) And I find that many people only list Gods, but (and correct me if I am wrong) that listing gods is just like listing various variations of Meats or dogs, you still haven't told me what a "dog" or a "meat" is! Or for that matter : What "God" is!
Also on the same matter, I am genially interested, what is the definition of "existence"?
Because these two issues are vital to the debate : "Does God exist?"
And I hope this question will be taken in good spirit, and that no offence is taken.
Strongly recommend you join my debate on this ( Can we ever design an experiment which can determine whether God exist or not?) on this link : http://www.ted.com/conversations/17451/can_we_ever_design_an_experime.html
Many thanks. (SORRY TO SPAM IT TO EVERYBODY ON THIS DEBATE, JUST THOUGHT THAT YOU COULD ALL PUT SOME VALUABLE INPUT INTO THIS DISCUSSION!!!)
Closing Statement from Bernard White
God mostly only have subjective definitions. (And very few have a "shared (objective) definition" of what "God" is!) And usually reflects the moral code of that individual! (And the society's values).
Yet God does hold many mystical properties, and is sometimes defined as emotions such as "Love", which is dependent on the human mind and relies in all of us.
While others choose to define God as being more of a "Personal God", which is external (independent) to the body, A God of intervention.
And other choose to define God as a more of a Impersonal God, one of pure logic and maths. (If I can say that!)
However I will not comment much more, due to the fact that I have a feeling I would not do a good job of it!
This is my closing comment. :D
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Mar 19 2013: It get's the brain cells going though: My account of 'subjective truth' is what one personally believes, what one see's as their reality. God help me (pardon the pun) if we get into Heisenberg's uncertainty principle and Schrodinger's half dead cat. But getting back to the definition of God, faith tells me there's something more. Sure you can't see him, or touch him and there's no physical proof, but take for example feelings, like love, anger, hatred. They too have no physical presence, yet they exist, we all feel and as one man's hatred could be another man's love, I feel it's all down to the individual. Morality to me is just a matter of a set of principles, whether gained through social conditioning or knowledge, wisdom and experience, and as such, subjective. Phew! :)
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The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works has advised that all County roads within the Station Fire burn area may be closed to public access later this week in the event of forecasted rainstorms.
Public Works, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), the U.S. Forest Service, and the National Weather Service are monitoring an approaching cold front that is threatening the burn area with storm activity, possibly as early as Sunday.
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Spencer said burn area residents and commuters should stay tuned to radio or TV broadcasts for further information relating to the possible closure. Residents and commuters can also receive closure alerts via email by registering on the eNotify system on the Coordinated Agency Recovery Effort (CARE) website at www.dpwcare.gov [3]. County road closure information is also available on Public Works' website at www.dpw.lacounty.gov [4].
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"Safety is also Caltrans number one priority and we are also monitoring the situation," said Caltrans PIO, Patrick Chandler. "We continue to work closely with the CHP and the County and will close the Angeles Crest Highway (State Route 2) if the road is deemed unsafe."
County officials urged residents who reside within the burn area to seek alternative accommodations in advance of any declared road closure and advised hillside and foothill residents to be on high alert for possible rock falls and debris flows.


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Rafa started his Wimbledon campaign today by playing #80 Thomaz Bellucci. Well, Bellucci started right away, it took Rafa a while to get going as he soon found himself down 0-4 in the first set. He fought back to force a tie-break that he won 7-0. It was all downhill for Bellucci after that. Rafa's through: 7-6(0), 6-2, 6-3.
|Double Faults
|1st Serve %
|1st Serve Points Won
|43/57 (75%)
|33/56 (59%)
|2nd Serve Points Won
|19/32 (59%)
|14/35 (40%)
|Break Points Won
|6/9 (67%)
|3/4 (75%)
|Total Service Points Won
|62/89 (70%)
|47/91 (52%)
|Total Return Points Won
|44/91 (48%)
|27/89 (30%)
|Total Points Won
|106/180 (59%)
|74/180 (41%)
|Other Stats
|Unforced errors
|Net Approaches
|15/20 (75%)
|16/32 (50%)
|Serve Speeds
|Fastest serve
|Average 1st serve speed
|Average 2nd serve speed
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Rafa played defending champion Philipp Kohlschreiber (#34) in the Halle quarterfinal round today. I couldn't really see the match, but it appears that Kohlschreiber was playing very well and that Rafa was off just a bit. No worries. With the exception of 2008, a quarterfinal finish at the Wimbly warm-up is kind of a tradition with Rafa. He's got some match play on grass and the time to practice on the surface a bit more. Rafa lost: 3-6, 4-6.
Doubles to follow later today. Seems like they've withdrawn as Marcel's already tweeting about flights:
Puede salir algun vuelo puntual?mis ultimos 3 vuelos mas de 1h de retraso..
— Marcel Granollers (@M_Granollers) June 15, 2012
|Statistics on Serve
|Double Faults
|1st Serve %
|1st Serve Points Won
|28/38 (74%)
|27/30 (90%)
|2nd Serve Points Won
|9/21 (43%)
|18/30 (60%)
|Break Points Saved
|6/8 (75%)
|3/3 (100%)
|Service Games Played
|Statistics on Return
|1st Return Points Won
|3/30 (10%)
|10/38 (26%)
|Second Return Points Won
|12/30 (40%)
|12/21 (57%)
|Break Points Won
|0/3 (%)
|2/8 (25%)
|Return Games Played
|Statistics on Points
|Total Service Points Won
|37/59 (63%)
|45/60 (75%)
|Total Return Points Won
|15/60 (25%)
|22/59 (37%)
|Total Points Won
|52/119 (44%)
|67/119 (56%)
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Rafa got his singles grass season underway today by playing #58 Lukas Lacko in the 2nd round of the Gerry Weber Open (aka, Halle). He broke early in the 1st set, but Lacko was able to break back and stay on serve until the 11th game. After a few break point opportunities, Rafa broke to take the first set 7-5. The second set saw Rafa go into steamroll mode. He's through 7-5, 6-1. Next up is Kohlschreiber.
|Statistics on Serve
|Double Faults
|1st Serve %
|1st Serve Points Won
|28/37 (76%)
|26/42 (62%)
|2nd Serve Points Won
|10/15 (67%)
|7/22 (32%)
|Break Points Saved
|0/1 (0%)
|4/8 (50%)
|Service Games Played
|Statistics on Return
|1st Return Points Won
|16/42 (38%)
|9/37 (24%)
|Second Return Points Won
|15/22 (68%)
|5/15 (33%)
|Break Points Won
|4/8 (50%)
|1/1 (100%)
|Return Games Played
|Statistics on Points
|Total Service Points Won
|38/52 (73%)
|33/64 (52%)
|Total Return Points Won
|31/64 (48%)
|14/52 (27%)
|Total Points Won
|69/116 (59%)
|47/116 (41%)
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Rafa and Marcel Granollers defeated Mertinak and Troicki in their first match in Halle: 5-7, 6-2, 10-8. Apparently, it was even shown on TV - doubles! On TV! Shocking!
|M Granollers/R Nadal
|M Mertinak/V Troicki
|Statistics on Serve
|Double Faults
|1st Serve %
|1st Serve Points Won
|30/43 (70%)
|37/49 (76%)
|2nd Serve Points Won
|11/15 (73%)
|5/14 (36%)
|Break Points Saved
|5/7 (71%)
|2/5 (40%)
|Service Games Played
|Statistics on Return
|1st Return Points Won
|12/49 (24%)
|13/43 (30%)
|Second Return Points Won
|9/14 (64%)
|4/15 (27%)
|Break Points Won
|3/5 (60%)
|2/7 (29%)
|Return Games Played
|Statistics on Points
|Total Service Points Won
|41/58 (71%)
|42/63 (67%)
|Total Return Points Won
|21/63 (33%)
|17/58 (29%)
|Total Points Won
|62/121 (51%)
|59/121 (49%)
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Another slam final and it's Rafa and Nole. This is getting to be a habit. Rafa came out on fire, but that didn't last too long. What followed was best described by sharlatee on twitter as "all kinds of wow and weird". Each guy would play amazing points alternating with odd errors and nervous looking shots. One guy would step up and start playing well just as the other would turn into an error making machine. It was not pretty. The court conditions weren't pretty either – it was drizzly or raining during huge swatches of the match. Play was eventually called for rain (far too late for Rafa's taste) when the score was 6-4, 6-3, 2-6, 1-2 – with Rafa down a break in the 4th. Rafa had lost 8 games in a row before finally holding just before play was called.
Rafa came out swinging Monday. In the 12th game of the 4th set, he earned a break point. Djokovic double faulted and the title was Rafa's. Horrible way to end the match, but I'm so happy that Rafa will once again nibble on that trophy.
This is Rafa's 7th Roland Garros and his 11th slam title. Amazing.
|Double Faults
|1st Serve %
|1st Serve Points Won
|45/73 (62%)
|45/73 (62%)
|2nd Serve Points Won
|24/45 (53%)
|22/50 (44%)
|Break Points Won
|9/17 (53%)
|7/10 (70%)
|Total Service Points Won
|69/118 (58%)
|67/123 (54%)
|Total Return Points Won
|56/123 (46%)
|49/118 (42%)
|Total Points Won
|125/241 (52%)
|116/241 (48%)
|Other Stats
|Unforced errors
|Net Approaches
|8/14 (57%)
|22/32 (69%)
|Serve Speed
|Fastest Serve Speed
|Average 1st Serve Speed
|Average 2nd Serve Speed
As it happened blatherings:
Nice smile from Rafa for the young lady who accompanied him onto the court.
Rafa won the toss…assuming he picked to receive, but couldn't hear.
Nole serving to start the match. Rafa hugging that baseline! Forehand winner: 0-15. Nole nets a ball: 0-30. Rafa runs Nole, gets him out of court and hits a winner into the empty part: 0-40. Nole pushes Rafa and he nets a ball: 15-40. Nole into the net, Rafa went for a backhand passing shot, but nets it: 30-40. Nice angle from Nole: deuce. Freaking awesome angled backhand from Rafa earns him another BP. Nole sends a shot long and Rafa breaks!
Nice rally ends with Rafa drawing an error: 15-0. Ace: 30-0. nole sends a shot long. Rafa holds for 2-0.
Rafa breaks again! He's living up to the name of the color of his shirt. Up 3-0.
Nole sends a forehand return long: 15-0. Nole nets a forehand: 30-0. Rafa nets a backhand: 30-15. Lollipop second serve and Nole hits a backhand winner off it: 30-30. Second serve. Nole nets an easy looking forehand: 40-30. Rafa goes for an angled forehand, but hits it a bit wide: deuce. Short hitting from him, deep from Nole, Rafa's forehand out: break point. Second serve. Rafa's backhand is out and he's broken. 3-1.
Dear NBC – I HATE that angle.
Starting to rain. Nole looking much more settled. 30-0. Rafa can't curl a forehand in: 40-0. Nole sends a shot long: 40-15. Nole nets a ball: 40-30. Weird loopy backhand error from Rafa and Nole holds for 2-3.
It's raining.
Double fault: 0-15. Nole sends a forehand return long: 15-15. Nole works his way in as Rafa's shots land short – hits a forehand winner mid-court: 15-30. Nole nets a serve return: 30-30. Better hitting from Rafa. Nole's down the line is out: 40-30. Nole tees off on a forehand winner from the baseline: deuce. Rafa pushes Nole deep/wide and draws a forehand error: break point. Second serve. Nole powers shots until he gets an error: deuce. Game point, Rafa. Nole again dominates a point, pushing Rafa back. He steps into mid-court and hits a forehand winner: deuce. Second serve. Double fault and Nole has a break point. Rafa sends a backhand well out and is broken. We are on serve 3-3.
Ataraxis: I guess they can't both blister forehands at the same time. It's Nole's turn.
Nice shot from Rafa draws an error: 0-15. Second serve. Nole nets a forehand: 15-30. Second serve. Nole works the backhand until he gets an error: 30-30.
olerafa: Kindly get your famous ass up to the baseline!!!
burtonad: At 30-0, 3-0, seemed like a safe bet. Who knew Fed-Nole RG SF 2012 2nd set was a communicable infection?
Nole nets a backhand: 30-40. Second serve. Rafa's return is out: deuce. Second serve. Nole nets a backhand: break point. Nole double faults and is broken. Rafa back in the lead 4-3.
So far, I declare this match to be: weird.
15-30. Nole's backhand goes well out: 40-15. Nole tries an angled backhand, but it's wide and Rafa holds for 5-3.
Nole drop shots and Rafa can't get to it before it bounces twice: 15-0. Rafa charges into the net and a beautiful lob winner from Nole: 30-0. Nole nets a backhand: 30-15. Second serve. Rafa nets the forehand return: 40-15. Rafa does not look happy. Second serve. With a backhand winner, Nole holds for 4-5. Rafa serving for the set next…
Nice serve that Nole returns well out: 15-0. Second serve. Overhead smash winner: 30-0. From his back foot, Rafa nets a forehand: 30-15. Rafa takes control of the point by hitting a forehand down the line that draws a short ball from Nole. Rafa hits a lovely drop shot into the opposite side of the court and Nole can't quite run it down: 40-15. First set to Rafa with a fierce forehand winner: 6-4.
58 minutes; 1 ace; 2 doubles; 61% 1st serves in 61% won on 1st; 53% won on second; 9 winners; 10 UFEs; 2/4 at net. Total points won in first set: 37 Rafa; 30 Nole.
These are two guys who excel at winning when looking out of sorts. Who will win that battle today?
Nole nets a backhand: 0-15. A net cord helps Rafa and there's a fun net battle that Nole wins when Rafa sends a lob just long: 30-15. Nole tries to power a forehand winner and overcooks it: 30-30. Nole sends a backhand long: 30-40. Second serve. Rafa opens up the court with a backhand angle, but Nole astoundingly gets an even better angle back: deuce. Poor backhand from Nole: break point. Nole double faults on break point. Rafa takes a 1-0 lead in the second set.
Rafa moves Nole further and further out on the backhand until he gets a short ball and can run into the net and knock off a nice volley winner: 15-0. Rafa's forhand down the line doesn't quite bend back in enough: 15-15. Good serve, Noles return isn't: 30-15. Again: 40-15. Double fault: 40-30. Let. Rafa had his forehand all set up, but sends it wide: deuce. Nice serve down the middle and he follows it into the net – lob winner from Nole: break point. Serve into Nole's backhand and his reply is wide: deuce. Another nice serve into the backhand: game point. Beautiful angled backhand give Nole control of a point and he finishes it off: deuce. Long rally and Rafa steps up the pace with a nice backhand to Nole's forehand – finishes it off: game point. Second serve. Rafa holds (despite hitting an overhead smash right back at Nole). He's up 2-0 in the second.
Forehand winner from Nole: 15-0. Another clean winner from Nole – this one from the backhand: 30-0. Nole hits an overhead right at Rafa and Rafa hits a forehand winner: 30-15. Second serve. Nole into the net and hits a lazy looking volley into it: 30-30. Second serve. Rafa hits a shot long: 40-30. Short ball from Nole and Rafa rips a forehand winner from midcourt: deuce. Rafa's forehand is out: game point. And Nole holds for 1-2.
Second serve. Nole's backhand is long: 15-0. Second serve. Double fault: 15-15. Nole moves Rafa and draws a backhand error: 15-30. Second serve. Rafa runs around a backhand and pays for it as Nole hits an angle into the open court: 15-40. Let. Second serve. Another lob winner and Nole breaks to put the second set on serve: 2-2.
Raining again.
Double fault: 0-15. Second serve. Nole dominates a point with aggressive hitting: 15-15. Nole gets a short ball in the middle of the court and overcooks the reply: 15-30. Nole tosses his racket. Shockingly, the crowd boos.
burtonad: The crowd is quiet because they don't much like either player, they were promised a classic, and they're watching this
Rafa sends a shot out. Make that two: 40-30. Aggressive hitting and Nole holds for 3-2.
Nole sends a shot out, Rafa yells "Vamos!" – 15-0. Second serve. Nole tries to angle Rafa, but sends a ball long – wait, the chair calls it long and says play again…but Rafa hit a winner off the that. Why is it a let? They show an unofficial hawk-eye and it's out. Nole concedes the point: 30-0. 30-15. Nole's return of first serve (remember those?) is long: 40-15. Ace and Rafa holds for 3-3.
Rafa nets a backhand and shakes his head: 15-15. Rafa totally mistimes a forehand: 30-15. (It's raining, by the way.) Nole nets a ball: 30-30. Nole sends a forehand long and Rafa has a break point. Rafa hits deep and breaks. He's up 4-3.
Nole smashed his racket against his bench and shattered the Perrier sign during the changeover.
Beautiful movement from Rafa: 30-0. Second serve. Nole nets a forehand: 30-15. Rafa holds at love (oh my did it feel good to type that). 5-3
Rain delay. Tarp not out yet. Players into small waiting rooms just off court….
Mom called and needed me to take her to the hospital to visit her friend. While I was gone, the rain ended, Rafa took the second set 6-3 and held to start the 3rd.
Triple break point for Rafa. Nole saves one. And Rafa breaks to go up 2-0 in the third.
Nole bosses a point: 0-15. Nole pushes Rafa back and draws an error: 0-30. Nole's eyes look…empty and tired. Rafa pulls Nole wide and he nets the reply: 15-30. Nole into the net and Rafa's passing attempt (off a difficult ball) is out: 15-40. Excellent serve return and Nole breaks for 1-2 to put the set back on serve.
SteveTignor: Nadal up first in each set, each time can't hold it. This time more about Nole letting it fly. We know he's a tough out. #rg12
Nicely worked point from Rafa and he finishes with a forehand winner from midcourt: 0-15. 0-30. (I just mistyped "forehand" as "firehand" - and it still felt right.) Serve and volley: 15-30. Nice serve: 30-30. Aggressive hitting from Nole: 40-30. Nole nets a shot: deuce. Deep hitting from Nole and Rafa's forehand is long: game point. Nole angles, Rafa runs, Nole angles all the way into the doubles alley: deuce. Rafa's shot is out: game point. Rafa nets it and Nole holds for 2-2.
CraigHickman: The rain has drained this final of any electricity it might have had. As well as all the nerves.
Rafa's forehand lands in the doubles alley: 0-15. Second serve. Rafa looked in control of a point, but then sends one long: 0-30. Beautiful forehand down the line gives Nole triple break point. Rafa drop shot that Nole can't get to: 15-40. Rafa nets a forehand and is broken. Nole up 3-2 in the third.
Second serve. Nole bosses a point: 15-0. Deep hitting and Rafa can't do a thing: 30-0. Rafa hits deep and wide and it's Nole's turn to look helpless: 30-15. Ace: 40-15. Easy hold: 4-2.
RafaNadalUnoffi: My commies saying that Rafa was talking to the umpire on the change over saying that conditions weren't fair at the moment
Barry_FlatmanST: I suggest this match wouldn't be actually on court at the moment if it wasn't the final & tomorrow's weather forecast wasn't so appalling
Ataraxis00: The last thing this needs is for Nole to start believing and coming out of his shoes on every shot.
15-0. Second serve. Nole gets the serve return right at Rafa's feet and he's handcuffed: 15-15. Rafa pushes and Nole's backhand is well wide. Rafa hits a forehand into the net: 30-30. Short and defensive from Rafa, Nole into the net, Rafa passes: 40-30. Deuce. Good hitting from Rafa, but he left Nole off the hook and then sends a backhand wide: break point. Second serve. Rafa sends a back hand out and Nole is up a double break: 5-2.
It would be nice if both of these guys could play well at the same time.
Ace: 15-0. Rafa sends a forehand long: 30-0. Again, running around a backhand gets him too far out of position: 40-0. Second serve. Nole holds at love to take his first set ever off Rafa at Roland Garros. Score now 6-4, 6-3, 2-6.
Weird. Rafa's 1st serve percentage was highest in set 3.
SteveTignor: Rafa asking umpire, "Do you think the conditions are all all right?"
Backhand whiff by Rafa. 15-15. Very long rally (44 shots) ends with Rafa netting a backhand: 15-30. Rafa moves Nole left and right while keeping him deep…and then hits a lovely little drop shot: 30-30. Second serve. Nole's shot is out: 40-30. Short ball that Nole stomps on: deuce. Second serve. Rafa sends a backhand wide: break point. Excellent serve pulls Nole out of position, but Rafa lets him off the hook. Nole passes and breaks to go up 2-0 in the 4th.
Rafa needs to stop fretting about court conditions and concentrate on adjusting and playing well.
Nice serve out wide, Rafa nets: 15-0. Another netted backhand: 30-0. 40-0. Nole holds at love for 2-0. That's 8 straight games for him.
TennisReporters: Nadal saying he can't see the balls because they are taking on too much clay. Also thinks they r too wet
Second serve. Rafa hits short, Nole smacks it: 0-15. Nole nets a backhand (better hitting from Rafa there) 15-15. Nole nets: 30-15. Ace: 40-15. Second serve. Rafa holds for 1-2.
Tournament director declaring rain delay. Rafa saying you made us play under these conditions for an hour, there's no change. Why now? Why not then?
Rafa has a very valid point about the conditions, but they were the same for both players - one adjusted/dealt with them better. I have to admit that it's disheartening to see the conditions affect Rafa's mental game so much.
Players going directly downstairs into the locker room, not the waiting room. Tarps are coming out.
enricomariariva: The funniest thing ever is that the players fight under the rain for hours and then get escorted by umbrellas until the lockers
olerafa: Total points won: Nole — 97. Rafa — 97.
Play suspended.
As I get to work, radio Roland Garros is saying that Nole's frustrated and then Rafa breaks. Woot! He then held at love while I was "listening" on a sketchy non-english stream.
Nole then held in a strong game - can't really do point-by-point while at work, but the game ended when the chair overruled a call.
Rafa holds and then there's rain and a huge debate over whether they should play or not. Rafa's upset that the balls keep getting on the tarp at the back of the court and that the tarp is soaked. Soggy balls = no fun.
I see Nole brought his angles today. Dang it. he holds for 5-5.
Rafa got pissed that he was told he challenged a line call too late, but went on to hold at 30 in the next game.
In the last game, Rafa earned championship point on a fierce forehand. True to the matches weirdness, Nole double faulted and Rafa wins a historic 7th Roland Garros title.


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Why Did Sony Get Such a Big Boost?
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Sony (NYSE: SNE) is a household name in Asia, but currently earns almost two-thirds of its annual revenue from its operations outside Japan, and is considering a corporate restructuring plan proposed by its largest shareholder Daniel Loeb. Mr. Loeb is the head of Third Point hedge fund and has earned quite a reputation for shareholder activism in recent years. Incidentally, Third Point currently owns around a six percent share in Sony, making them the biggest single stakeholder in Sony at this time.
Incorporated in 1946, Sony operates in the consumer electronics industry and is a giant by any measure. They also have a well-diversified product portfolio catering to the consumer, professional and industrial markets. As a group of companies, they are worth $21.2 billion, and unlike most closely knit Japanese conglomerates, Sony has a combination of large shareholders from abroad.
The Spinoff Plan
In their consumer segment, Sony has two operational arms - entertainment and consumer electronics. Both segments have been the core vision of Sony in terms of developing products, and they have built good brand equity in the western market. However, in May 2013, Mr. Daniel Loeb sent a letter to Sony's CEO Mr. Kazuo Hirai to consider a proposal where Sony would sell part of its entertainment business. His proposal is to reduce Sony's TV, movies and music operations by 15% to 20%. According to Mr. Loeb, the cash generated from the sell-off should be invested to revitalize its consumer electronics operation to better compete with the likes of Philips, Panasonic and other brands that have been taking the upper hand in recent years as far as sales are concerned.
Mr. Hirai, a western educated chief executive who is open to "ideas," made a nonaligned remark that the plan to sell off one-fifth of its entertainment business will affect "a core part" of Sony's business. He also mentioned that he will allow the board to give it "thorough consideration."
Market Reaction to Spinoff Plan or Industry Trend?
Analysts from all sectors commented that investors took the spinoff news as positive for Sony, and its share price has been soaring since early May. On May 1, Sony's stock was trading at $16.25. By May 22 it had climbed to $22.91, up by a staggering 40.98%. Sure, Sony has been on the right track and their 5 year average gross margin is 31.52%. As a result of the last quarter, their year-to-year gross margin has improved to 34.05%, although that's still behind the industry's 36.70%. The stock price has turned into sort of a bubble based on optimism from the spinoff proposal. As of May 31, the stock price had undergone minor corrections and come down to $20.15. However, looking closely at the entire industry, we might uncover a different story.
Panasonic (NASDAQOTH: PCRFY) is one of Sony's rivals in key markets, as both companies compete for market share in electronic products on a range of consumer, as well as business and industrial applications. Unlike Sony, Panasonic is only in the production and sale of electronic goods. Currently, the company's year-to-year gross margin is only at 25.79% compared to the industry average of 36.70%, and without any restructuring rumors, its stock price moved in similar pattern to Sony's. A fundamental difference for these companies is that Sony is churning a profit where as panasonic has been suffering. In the last four quarters, Panasonic had a loss of -$9.5 billion. A loss of that size is large for any company but especially one like Panasonic with a market cap of $17.6 billion. On May 1, Panasonic's stock was trading at $7.18; it mounted $9.25 on May 21, but then gave away most of its gains by May 31 as it fell back down to $7.69.
Sharp (NASDAQOTH: SHCAY.PK) is also another Japanese giant and a major competitor of Sony in the electronics market. Compared to Sony, Sharp had been severely unprofitable in the industry, as their gross margin hovered around 8.77% compared to the industry's 36.70%. Sharp, like Panasonic, also experienced a massive loss--over the last 4 quarters, the company lost almost $7 billion. A large part of their problems are due to their massive debt load of $14.5 billion. However, their stock price was also boosted during May. It climbed $3.21 on May 1 to reach $5.80 on May 21, but then lost most of its gains by May 31 when it was trading at $4.65.
When most major publications and websites reported Sony's spinoff proposal, they indicated that its stock price would move based on preliminary talks about the restructuring plan. This phenomenon was also seen among Sony's competitors. This brings us to the question: was this price move specific to Sony, or are there any underlying bullish trends forming in the consumer electronics industry?
Sony's new Android-powered Xperia has been earning good reviews and sales from its 4K Ultra HD TV. Since the new CEO was installed, Sony has drastically increased its gross profit margin. The spinoff plan to revive its electronics segment will certainly provide Sony free cash to invest in R&D and marketing. However, at the end of the day, the plan is still in the preliminary stages, and there is no concrete evidence that it will be carried through by Sony's board. Meanwhile, the entire Japanese electronics industry is showing signs of improvement as far as stock prices are concerned. It would be wise to wait for a clearer trend confirmation in the industry before jumping the gun and buying at the top of a broader bearish market.
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This soft chiffon v-neck wedding dress has all the unique details for any bride wanting to celebrate her style on her walk down the aisle.
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Best wedding dress Cautious about buying a dress online and having it shipped to Europe especially since this was to be my wedding dress I was not disappointed.i ordered a size 0 and it did not need any alterations.i had a satin sash made for it to replace the belt.looking at my wedding pictures now I cannot imagine myself in a different dress and it matched perfectly with the village and vineyard.the lace detail also looks great in photos. November 7, 2013
Beautiful! I wore this dress for my outdoor winery wedding on 8.31.13 in Missouri. It was so hot out. The dress was cool and airy and the movement in the breeze was amazing. I'm 5'2 and usually wear a 2-4P street size. I ordered this in a 4P and only had to have a few alterations - taken in on the hips and in a bit in the bust as it was gapping a bit in the back and in the neckline. The seamstress may have taken the straps up a bit too much - it kind of flattened my bust instead of accentuating it but again - I think that was the work of the seamstress, not the make of the dress. I would absolutely recommend this dress - I want to wear it every.single.day. October 15, 2013
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At the Wheel, the Balloonatic
Nick Rotondo is a city bus driver — as a hobby, he says — but his true calling is as a balloon twister.
July 27, 2014, Sunday
Pilot's Body Found After Hot-Air Balloon Fire That Killed 3
The police did not release the victims' names, but the pilot was Daniel T. Kirk, his father, Donald Kirk, confirmed.
May 12, 2014, Monday
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Two Found Dead After Balloon Catches Fire
A hot-air balloon in a festival near Richmond, Va., caught fire after it came into contact with a live utility line, state police said.
May 11, 2014, Sunday
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Balloon Lets Builders Check Out Future Towers' Views
A big white balloon seen hovering over parts of Manhattan this week is photographing potential views from skyscrapers for architects and real estate developers.
April 24, 2014, Thursday
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Oh, to Slip the Bonds of Earth
Richard Holmes, whose new history of balloon travel, "Falling Upwards," was published this week, takes to the skies in Orange County, N.Y.
November 1, 2013, Friday
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Balloon Ride to Offer Expansive View, for a Price
World View, a new space tourism company, unveiled its plans on Tuesday to loft passengers to the stratosphere as early as 2015, not by rocket but by giant balloon.
October 23, 2013, Wednesday
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Balloons for Afghan Peace
The creator of an art project objects to a news article about how aid money is spent.
June 1, 2013, Saturday
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Foreign Projects Give Afghans Fashion, Skate Park and Now 10,000 Balloons
With more than a hundred billion dollars in the past dozen years, thousands of groups have tried to find ways to spend it.
May 26, 2013, Sunday
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The free-agent wide receiver Donte Stallworth was hospitalized with serious burns after the hot air balloon carrying him and two other people crashed into power lines.
March 17, 2013, Sunday
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Officials were headed Wednesday to the site of a balloon crash in Egypt that took the lives of nine Hong Kong residents.
February 28, 2013, Thursday
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Salamander Editor & Filmmaker/Poet join forces for a literary evening
Thursday, November 8, 2012
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Join us for an evening of poetry with Jennifer Barber, faculty member in Suffolk's English Department and editor of Salamander, and Aimée Sands, poet and documentary filmmaker.
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Jennifer Barber's new collection of poems, Given Away, was published by Kore Press in June of 2012. She is the author of Rigging the Wind (2003), recipient of the 2002 Kore Press First Book Award, and Vendaval (1998) in Take Three: 3, Agni New Poets Series (Graywolf Press). Her poems have appeared in Orion, Bellevue Literary Review, Agni, Zeek, The Jewish Forward, Upstreet, Harvard Review, Harvard Divinity Bulletin, The Gettysburg Review, Cerise Press, and The New Yorker, among other magazines. She has been the recipient of a Pushcart Prize, the Anna Davidson Rosenberg Award, and a St. Botolph Grant. She is the founding and current editor of the literary journal Salamander, now in its 20th year, and teaches English Literature and Creative Writing at Suffolk University.
Aimée Sands is the author of The Green-go Turn of Telling, just released by the Irish press Salmon Poetry. Her poems have previously appeared in Field, Beloit Poetry Journal, Poet Lore, Measure, Salamander and other literary journals. She is the co-director of the Brookline Poetry Series.
Aimée is also an independent documentary filmmaker. She recently received a $200,000 grant from the W. K. Kellogg Foundation to expand her film short What Makes Me White? to an hour-long broadcast documentary. The film is already in use as a tool for diversity and anti-racism work in over 200 colleges, churches, and nonprofits in the US and Canada. Aimée teaches at Babson College.
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Tampa Bay Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman is among a group of NHL GMs and executives who believe the time has come for the league and Players' Association to take a more aggressive path towards eliminating fighting.
"Yes, I believe a player should get a game misconduct for fighting," Yzerman told The Dreger Report. "We penalize and suspend players for making contact with the head while checking, in an effort to reduce head injuries, yet we still allow fighting.
"We're stuck in the middle and need to decide what kind of sport do we want to be. Either anything goes and we accept the consequences, or take the next step and eliminate fighting."
Yzerman's comments carry significant weight, given his Hall of Fame playing career and years of playing alongside legendary tough guys in Detroit such as Darren McCarty, Joe Kocur and the late Bob Probert.
When asked if the league and players should stop trying to make fighting safer and focus on banning fighting in general instead, Carolina Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford said, "We've got to get rid of fighting, it has to go."
Rutherford said he would support an open and full discussion on additional penalties such as a game misconduct for fighting - with a significant suspension for any player, for example, who fights multiple times in a season.
Pittsburgh's Ray Shero has been a strong advocate in the league's crackdown on checking to the head. He believes that the NHL has a responsibility to consider a ban on fighting and not just simply raise the discussion when an isolated incident happens.
"It won't happen overnight, but we need to be leaders, not followers in this area," he explained. "I respect other GMs and their views, but we need to look at this and not just when an incident like last night (Parros) happens."
After reading the quotes from these three NHL executives, it didn't take long for one of the game's most celebrated builders to chime in as well. "I support views of Steve Yzerman, Ray Shero and Jim Rutherford on their opinions for addressing most fighting issues," tweeted the legendary Scotty Bowman on Wednesday afternoon. "Poll all Players."
Bowman would express further concern to TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun on ESPN.com Wednesday, saying "It's a pretty complex issue. But with the emphasis on hits to the head, and the seriousness of concussions, if you look at fighting, it's mostly hits to the head. It's something that has to be looked at."
The NHL's executive vice-president and director of hockey operations Colin Campbell, however, told LeBrun that change might not come as easily as other executives might hope.
"We are constantly in touch with our various constituents, including our players and our fans, on all issues pertaining to the game on the ice," Campbell told ESPN.com. "At the current time, there is not an appetite to change the rules with respect to fighting."
"That said," Campbell continued, "we intend to continue to review all aspects of our game, with a focus on making it as safe as it can be for our players."
This latest debate has been brought to the forefront in the aftermath of the fight between Montreal Canadiens forward George Parros and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Colton Orr on Tuesday night.
Orr, losing his balance in the middle of the scrap, grabbed hold of Parros on his way down. Orr's fall brought Parros down to the ice face-first, knocking him unconscious and forcing him to be stretchered off the ice.
Parros has since been released from a Montreal hospital and was diagnosed with a concussion. That's positive news, given the state that the hulking Canadiens enforcer appeared to be in after the fight.
It's unclear as to how the NHL will tackle this issue, if at all. However, moreso than ever before, NHL decision makers seem concerned enough to initiate discussions at their November meeting.
It's unlikely the NHLPA will endorse any radical change given the impact of such a move on the role of the enforcer.
Ninety-eight per cent of NHL players polled in 2011-2012 were in favour of keeping fighting in the game and while there's no immediate plan to conduct a new players survey, the overwhelming support to leave things as they are may not change. And while sensitive to Parros' injury, Flyers forward Vincent Lecavalier said Wednesday that if he was asked to vote again, he would vote the same way and believes fighting still has its place.
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A Joplin man has been charged for his involvement in copper thefts that lead to $235,000 in damages.
Joplin police say Samuel Shira, 41, dismantled an air conditioning unit at a shopping center on 7th and Range Line Road and was involved in at least seven other similar thefts from September through December.
Shira appeared in court today and has been charged with first degree property damage and theft/stealing.
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In the 1980s Michael Jackson pitched it as "the choice of a new generation." In 1990 Ray Charles told people they "had the right one, baby." Now, Pepsi wants people to "Live for Now."
A multiyear campaign featuring that tagline, as well as various online components, ads and partnerships will roll out globally for the cola brand this year, starting on Monday in the United States.
The campaign is the biggest evidence to date of a renewed focus on marketing at PepsiCo, which has faced pressure from Wall Street to
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Pepsi to Launch "Live for Now" Campaign with Multicultural Component
In the 1980s Michael Jackson pitched it as "the choice of a new generation." In 1990 Ray Charles told people they "had the right one, baby." Now, Pepsi wants people to "Live for Now."
A multiyear campaign featuring that tagline, as well as various online components, ads and partnerships will roll out globally for the cola brand this year, starting on Monday in the United States.
The campaign is the biggest evidence to date of a renewed focus on marketing at PepsiCo, which has faced pressure from Wall Street to
LG Mobile Preps PR Shift to Porter Novelli
The expected selection of Porter Novelli comes on the heels of a series of reviews the marketer has held, including the LG Display pitch and a pitch for the LG Electronics business.
The mobile win is a step in the right direction for Porter Novelli after a tough year. The firm, smaller than siblings Fleishman-Hillard and Ketchum, has cut a number of positions and lost a raft of senior-level talent in the past several months. In October, 20-year client Gillette dealt the shop a blow when it announced it was moving its
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Hispanics to Spend $500 Million on Mobile Apps in 2012
Hispanics are early technology adopters, with high spending expected on devices and content
Hispanics are early adopters of both tablets and smartphones, and also more likely than whites to go online using mobile devices. All of that activity will add up to a sizeable pile of cash for device retailers and app stores in 2012. According to December 2011 research by advisory firm Zpryme, adult US Hispanics will spend $17.6 billion on mobile tech devices in 2012, a 30% increase over the previous year. It also estimates
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One of the Most Ambitious Events to Promote Spanish
As part of its ongoing commitment to extending its culture and arts programs for the Latino community in Los Angeles, California, the University of Guadalajarais organizing one of the most ambitious events ever held to promote Spanish: LéaLA, Feria del Libro en Español de Los Ángeles.
This event seeks to encourage reading, promote Spanish-language books and foster recognition of the Latino population, their culture and customs.LéaLA is an initiative backed by the University of Guadalajara at Los Angeles and
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SJ Public Relations Receives Top Billing from Chicago Publicity Club
SJ Public Relations (SJPR) earned a Golden and Silver Trumpet Award from the Publicity Club of Chicago's Annual Trumpet Awards competition. Now in its 53rd year, the awards honor achievement in public relations and communications across the Midwest.
"It is always a great honor to be recognized for the work we do on behalf of our clients," said George L. San Jose, founder and chief creative officer of The San Jose Group. "That honor is magnified when recognition is received for communication efforts that
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Dave Wong Appointed EVP At Hispanic Marketing Firm Arenas
Dave Wong, who has had a 19-year career in film and TV, will oversee all current marketing efforts for Arenas, which bills itself as the leading Latino film marketing company. Specifically, Wong's mandate encompasses publicity, promotions, media and creative for such clients as Warner Bros. Pictures, 20th Century Fox, Walt Disney Studios, Icon and Relativity Media.
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Hispanics in U.S. Highly Active on Mobile & Social
In the U.S., Hispanic consumers' usage rates of smartphones, television, online video, social networking and other forms of entertainment make this group one of today's most engaged and dynamic populations in the digital space, according to Nielsen's recent State of the Hispanic Consumer: The Hispanic Market Imperative report. Mobile presents a significant avenue of opportunity for marketers looking to reach Hispanic consumers – Hispanic mobile users send or receive 941 SMS (text) messages a month, more than
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Philip Wilkinson Leaves Entravision
Entravision has announced that Philip C. Wilkinson will be resigning from his position as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective May 31, 2012. Mr. Wilkinson will remain a member of the company's Board of Directors and has entered into a consulting agreement under which he will continue to advise the company on its strategic and operating plans.
"Philip is a tremendous leader and friend, whose passion and dedication have been instrumental in the creation and success of Entravision," said Walter F. Ulloa,
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Google cites Acceller as industry leader for U.S. Hispanic Marketing
Editor's Note: I've been working with AdWords since 1999. While I have no doubts this campaign was successful, I would like know more about the budget of this campaign compared to others in the same category...
In a just released case study, Google highlights the industry-leading marketing campaign to U.S. Hispanics by Acceller, Inc., who used Google Ad Solutions to enhance their efforts. By teaming up with Google, Acceller's engagement with the Hispanic audience resulted in a 400-percent lift in baseline inquiry
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HPRA-NY Hosts Event with Jackie Gagne, HBO's Director of Multicultural & College Marketing
PR Pros to Meet on Tuesday, May 8 at the Offices of MGSCOMM
On Tuesday, May 8, 2012, the Hispanic Public Relations Association's (HPRA) New York chapter will present "Inside the Mind of the Multicultural Executive," the latest event under its series of industry discussions "Inside the Mind of…". This unique and frank dialogue will reveal insights of the multicultural marketing executive featuring Jackie Gagne, Director of Multicultural & College Marketing for HBO. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m.
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Transitions Optical Introduces Revamped Spanish-Language Fund Website
Complementing its ongoing efforts to reach Hispanic consumers about their unique eye health risks and the importance of regular eye care, Transitions Optical, Inc. has launched a revamped, Spanish-language version of the Transitions Healthy Sight for Life Fund™ website.
Found at VisionSaludableParaTodaLaVida.org, the site includes a Spanish version of the new, interactive healthy sight risk assessment for consumers. The assessment allows users to enter their age and ethnicity to learn more about their most common
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However, we've also discussed "buymytronics" here at EcoGeek, an admittedly smaller operation that actually will buy your electronics without any pre-fee, and even if they're broken. The price, of course, changes based on the buy xanax online condition of your device, and the range of devices they accept is jaygalbraith.com more limited.
All in all, a good situation. Even if you're not planning on buy viagra without prescription selling the item back but to keep it beyond its "payback" period, for the convenience of recycling and proper disposal, $9 seems like a fair deal to me.
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if i'm not mistaken that money goes to a firm wich is semi-private, semi-public
what really happens to www.bm-cultura.de those goods I'm not sure though
if you ask firms to pay for the recylcing themselves that cost will inevitably end up as a consumer cost anyway, i think.
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in the right corner below you'll find the price followed in small writing ; the RECUPEL (when zooming in)
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If you want to make some guaranteed money off of an iPod that's great, but if you're just recycling it, it's probably not the best deal. Apple will recycle an iPod or cell phone for free (including shipping). They'll even give you 10% off the www.chopperssportsgrill.com price of a new iPod, if you bring it into an Apple store for recycling.
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The SupperKing mobile app for connecting people around the dining table is now available in beta. SupperKing
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What's happening: SupperKing, based in Beverly Hills, California, today launched the beta version of a mobile app that lets friends, neighbors, and total strangers enter one another's homes and have dinner together.
Why it's of interest: Collaborative consumption—epitomized by the roomsharing service Airbnb, a relatively new company that is valued at between $1 billion and $3 billion—is changing ideas about home, car, and many other types of ownership. A study referenced by SupperKing revealed that 46 percent of adults report eating meals alone, and the National Defense Council reports that American families throw out approximately 25 percent of the food and beverages they buy. But in the end, the true value may be as a social outlet.
An excerpt of the release:
"In a society that thrives on exploring and sharing real world interactions through a digital lens, in-person experiences are still our most meaningful and memorable connections," said SupperKing CEO Kai Stubble. "We created SupperKing to spark the feeling of gratitude that comes with gathering around a dining table and to create new friendships from neighbors to travelers so that no matter what city you are in, you are part of the SupperKing community and can share a meal and story."
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As the premier resource of higher education in Burlington County, the College strives to meet the educational and workforce demands of the region.
The Office of Enrollment Services is designed to guide potential students through the stages of the enrollment process. The Office of Enrollment Services is dedicated to recruiting a diverse student population and providing prospective undergraduates with valuable information on BCC's many degree programs and certification options.
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Are there any ESL classes for International Students (F-1)?
Burlington County College has a comprehensive, multi-level English as a Second Language (ESL) program. However, the College cannot issue an I-20 for English study only since it doesnt offer an Intensive Language Training program. Therefore, prospective students must have sufficient English skills to enter Level I of the ESL program.
What is the application process?
Once a student has submitted a complete application with all supporting documents and materials, the International Program Specialist will make a determination of acceptance within two weeks. If you are accepted for admission, the form I-20 will be sent to the address you indicate for this purpose. You will need to make an appointment with the American Embassy in your country and present the acceptance letter, I-20 form and SEVIS fee payment to obtain the F-1 visa.
When can I start my studies at BCC?
Due to the full time requirement and the limited courses offered during the Summer semester, international students are only admitted for the fall and spring semesters. The deadline for Fall Semester is June 30th; Spring deadline is November 30th.
How many credits do I have to take to maintain my F-1 Student Visa status?
International students must pursue a full-time course of study during the regular academic year (complete at least 12 credits per semester). A grade must be received in each course, if you receive a grade of NA (never attended) or ST/SR(Failure due to absence) in any of your courses this does not count as a completed course and you will be considered in violation of your status.
What are the programs of study?
To view the Academic Credit Program List, Click Here.
What is the difference between an Associate of Arts/Sciences (A.A./A.S.) and Associate of Applied Science (AAS)?
A.A./A.S. are two year programs equivalent to the first two years of a Bachelors degree; these programs enable students to transfer credits and continue their studies at a four year institution.
Associate of applied science programs are two year degrees which prepare the student for the workforce immediately after completing their studies. Examples include majors in Nursing, Business Management Technology.
Can I work while I study?
Students may be eligible in some cases to work during their studies. Information regarding working while in F-1 status can be found by visiting the Employment link.
Is housing available on campus?
BCC is a commuter college with 12 convenient locations in Burlington County. We do not provide or locate housing. All prospective international students must obtain local housing before they can be accepted. Funding for all costs (housing, tuition & fees, books & supplies, transportation & personal) must be proven to be available for at least two years of study (see Tuition and Expenses Sponsor Certification Form and Affidavit of Support form).
Can I enroll in online classes?
Students must take at least 9 hours of classes on a Burlington College campus and then may take 3 or more hours of online classes.
Can I study part-time ?
F-1 students must be enrolled in a full course of study (12 credit hours). Individuals who do not require F-1 status can generally directly enroll in the school to take a course or two, although they should always make sure this does not violate their current immigration status.
Do I need a Social Security number?
A social security number (SSN) is a nine digit number issued to US citizens, permanent residents, and temporary (working) residents for tax purposes. Unless you have previously worked in the United States and have applied for a SSN, students will not have a number and should leave this blank on their application.
How much time do I need to complete my degree?
The International Office provides students 2 years to complete their program requirements. The amount of time students actually need to complete their studies can be affected by many factors such as transferring foreign credentials, class scheduling conflicts, limited course offerings during the given semester, the need for additional preparatory courses, etc.
What kind of Immunizations/Vaccinations are necessary?
Burlington County College requires immunizations for MMR (measles, mumps, rubella).Students have a variety of options regarding immunizations.
1.) If you HAVE already received the immunizations, you can mail a copy of the doctors record to the International Office OR you can return to where you received your immunizations and have the doctor fill out the Immunization form on the BCC Admissions Application.
2.) If you HAVE NOT received the immunizations, students can obtain the immunizations at a clinic or at a doctors office and then have the doctor fill out the form at that time. Students will be considered for admission to the college without providing immunization records, but they must submit records to the Health Services Office or receive the immunizations there BEFORE commencing their studies at BCC.
Are scholarships or financial aid available international students?
Students in F-1 status are not eligible to apply for Federal Financial Aid.
What is a PDSO or DSO?
PDSO is an acronym for Primary Designated School Official. DSO is an acronym for Designated School Official. Your P/DSO is the admission counselor who will assist you in the admission process and serve as your international student contact throughout your entire academic career at Burlington County College.
When can I apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT)?
If you are applying for pre-completion OPT (part-time OPT while you are still pursuing a full course of study), you can apply as soon as you have been in lawful F-1 Visa status for at least one academic year. If you are applying for post-completion OPT (full time OPT after you complete your studies) you can submit your request up to 120 days before you complete your studies. Please consult with your P/DSO for more details.
Can I travel while on my F-1 student visa?
Yes, students may travel during breaks or for emergencies. If you are traveling within or outside of the United States, you must consult your P/DSO for a travel endorsement on your I-20 and other information.
How long can I remain in the United States after I finish my degree?
If you are not pursuing another degree or practical training, you must depart the United States within sixty (60) days of completing your program of study. Note: your program of study ends when you finish all coursework for your degree not after graduation ceremony.
What happens if I fall out of status as an international student?
There are many ways one can fall out of status. If you think you are or will become out of status, please contact your P/DSO as soon as possible to get information about your options.
Who is responsible for understanding and following the rules and regulations of being an F-1 Visa student?
You are! However, if at any time you have questions or are unsure about any issue concerning your visa status, please contact your P/DSO. Your P/DSO is here to help you succeed at Burlington County College!
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