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As city council closed the month-long public hearing on proposed changes to east Blaine developers' agreements city manager Gary Tomsic expressed frustration that Blossom Development still wasn't satisfied.
"This has gone on for three meetings and every meeting is the same thing," he said to city council members at their March 28 meeting. "It was their request that the agreement be changed and in the process we wanted things clarified too. If the only things to be acted upon are things Blossom Development wants then they should write it and you can act on that."
Blossom lawyer Phil Serka expressed misgivings about a change to the agreement that would exempt existing homes from paying latecomers fees when they connect to utilities the developer would bring into the area. "We hadn't asked for that to be changed," he said of additions to the clauses in the agreement, which had originally obligated the city to allow the developer to use a latecomer fee to recover costs of putting in infrastructure such as roads, power, sewer and water "to the fullest extent possible."
The amended agreement would still allow such a fee to be charged but only to new development or voluntary connections to the system. Existing homes mandated to connect to the sewer system, for example, when it came within 200 feet of their property line, would be exempt from the fee but not of paying normal city connection costs.
"We have a provision the city will be paid but we don't have a way to recoup costs," Serka said. "We don't want a situation where we build infrastructure for the entire area and have difficulty recovering our investment."
East Blaine resident Mike Kelly said the agreement was intended to protect more than the developer's interests. He applauded the city for including language that reflected input from people who live in the area and worried they would wind up paying part of the cost of the new 650-unit development Blossom plans for a large chunk of the east Blaine area. "I as a citizen did propose something in writing and I have as much right to make a proposal as he does," he said of Serka. "I want to endorse what the city has put forward. It's moving in the direction of what's fair for existing property owners."
Tomsic said the city had a responsibility under the original annexation agreement to protect area residents. "The annexation was not intended to affect any existing property owners in any negative way," he said. "Some thought they would benefit and that's why they signed the petition."
Serka suggested the two parties could work out their differences at a work session after the public hearing had been closed. "Eighty percent of the agreement is acceptable," he said. Some council members appeared to share Tomsic's frustration and wanted something more direct. Submit what they want and we act on it," suggested Bruce Wolf. "Bring it to the next council meeting." Ken Ely cautioned that council was setting themselves up to cut and paste disparate documents, making agreement unlikely. "This is going to be a mess," he said. At the recommendation of city attorney Jon Sitkin council agreed to give the lawyers another chance to come up with a single agreement all parties could agree to and present it to council in two weeks.
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'Little things mean a lot' – customer service for the events industry…
The phrase 'little things mean a lot' is especially true when it comes to customer service in the events industry. I'm not talking about a complimentary bacon roll when the client arrives (although I know that's popular) but remembering the little details which make your clients life easier.
It might be that a certain delegate 'only eats white bread' or 'can't stand olives' or that the boss has shown a preference for a room with a view of the London Eye, but remembering the details can really make the difference between the booking being a transaction and an actual, human relationship. That can add value as much as the bacon roll!
Similarly, good customer service doesn't ignore the smaller booking. Forging close bonds can be just as worthwhile with smaller clients as with your big bookers. The client with a two hour meeting with tea and coffee for six in your smallest meeting room could turn out to be the start of a series of small events that end up as your 'bread and butter' in the more challenging months. Or, it could turn out that the small meetings are a result of the client's office being refurbished and they then have a subsequent need for entertaining / relaunch party space nearby and you're first on the list!
So looking after the little things and the little guys is just what you should be doing, not only because people buy from people they trust, but from a commercial perspective it can lead to bigger things.

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Ryan Kerrigan enjoys a fun NFL Experience, rookie season
The Super Bowl found his home state, and when he found the Super Bowl, Ryan Kerrigan ended up in a bit of an odd place.
"No I didn't," said the Muncie native and former Purdue All-American defensive end when asked about his job at the NFL Experience on Sunday.
Was he teaching young kids how to tackle? No. How to execute a few drills? We'll that's closer.
On it wasn't future football players that were standing in front of him by the dozens at the NFL Experience's 60-yard football field Sunday afternoon. Instead it was pom-pom waving cheerleaders who looked to the Washington Redskins player for some help.
Along with Brent Grimes of the Atlanta Falcons, Kerrigan put the young cheerleaders though a series of "Up-Down" drills along with some push ups. They were one of a few stages of the event that included other cheerleaders for NFL teams who taught were more geared toward the cheering and dancing.
"It was fun putting them through the drills we had the going through because they all kinda groaned when they had to do push ups," said Kerrigan of his temporary cheerleading students.
Of course this is a far cry from his usual job, one in which he completed his first full season in Washington. Staying at the defensive end position while also working extensively at linebacker, Kerrigan picked up 63 tackles along with 7.5 sacks and forcing four fumbles in the process.
"It was definitely a lot of fun. It definitely was a learning experience and we didn't win as much as we wanted to but I'm encouraged for the future."
Kerrigan may even feel the same about the cheerleaders he helped to instruct as well. Along with the calisthenics and a couple of throws of the football, Kerrigan also led a Football 101-type tutorial, pointing out to the cheerleaders what each position does on the field and why.
"This was a pretty fun experience to just teach some football to the cheerleaders because they're a big part of the game and they're not as recognized as they should be in the game," said Kerrigan of the instruction. "They're a big part in it so it was fun to come out here.
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This news item may only be of interest to folks in the restaurant industry, but have you heard?
Sysco is buying US Foods for $3.5 billion — a move that is expected to boost the foodservice company's annual sales by 46%.
This ubiquitous supplier of everything from dishwasher sanitizer to 5-pound blocks of frozen tiger prawns to cases of mesclun salad mix to #10 cans of ketchup to frozen mozzarella sticks to every single thing a restaurant purchasing department could ever dream of ordering will be twice as big.
At a time when many of the most lauded restaurants are trying to develop more small-scale and local distribution systems, this consolidation among giants is interesting.
As best I know, US Foods works more with institutional clients. In some ways, the consolidation might be a boon for hospitals and company cafeterias, now that they'll have more access to Sysco's products.
If anyone has a perspective on this news, I'm curious.
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YEAHHHH! ALL THE HARD WORK OF PUTTING BETTER FOOD BACK IN THE HANDS OF THE LOCAL FARMS, LOCAL PRODUCERS, AND FARMERS IS PAYING OFF! GOOD WORK AMERICA! LETS KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!! Its about time these jack asses learned to take responsibility for the past 40 years of horrible food on the American food landscape! Get rid of commodity food! Now the only thing left to do is get rid of Sysco!! One down ~ One to go!
December 13th, 2013
2:45 pm
Richard……you sound like a budding communist. Where is your 5 year plan. lol
December 14th, 2013
12:16 pm
Richard, I'd be curious to know how you'd propose to feed a metropolitan area of 3 million plus using solely local farms?? Further, to think that even the farm-to-table establishments don't have use for a supplier like Sysco, is to show an ignorance about the restaurant industry as a whole. Lastly, no one has ever held a gun to my head and made me eat anything. I am solely responsible for what goes into my mouth, horrible or otherwise.
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Soooo not a big fan of this news. I like US Fodds waaaay better than Sysco. It almost feels like Wal Mart is buying Target. This is going to be a really interesting merger….


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TEDxYouthDay Spotlight: TEDxYouth@Amman
TEDxYouthDay is a series of TEDx events happening all around the world coinciding with Universal Children's Day in late November. These events are designed to empower and inspire young people.
TEDxYouthDay events present a combination of live speakers and TEDTalks to audiences around the world. These events vary widely in size, format, and theme, but they share a common vision: inspiring curiosity, igniting new ideas, and empowering young leaders. This year, TEDxYouthDay will take place on a weekend from Saturday, November 17th to Sunday, November 18th
Last year, TEDxYouth@Amman had a viral video splash with one of their talks, Salma Tabari's "Sorry, I am a dreamer," which now has over 17,000 views on YouTube. Zeid Abdul-Hadi is the organizer of TEDxYouth@Amman. We recently talked to him about Salma, her talk, and reactions to it.
TEDx: You said Salma Tabari's "Sorry, I am a dreamer" talk was a standout talk at TEDxYouth@Amman. It now has over 16,000 views on YouTube; did you expect it'd get so many views?
We had no idea it would get the number of views it did before the day of the event, but on that day, we realized it would be very popular.
TEDx: How did you find Salma? Why did you ask her to speak?
Salma found us, we didn't find her. We asked her to speak because she is a young writer, with a poetry book already written. She spoke of how she struggled to publish her book with very little support. She chose a sensitive topic about teachers' readiness to be teaching and leading as role models in the classroom. She left a nice impression.
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TEDx: For our non-Arabic speakers, can you give a short summary of what her talk was about?
Salma spoke of her dream to become a great teacher. She believes teaching should be a position that is earned, that the teacher's job is highly underestimated and misunderstood in this part of the world, and that educators should be more prepared for the teaching process, and lack the right tools.
She mentioned that she struggled to prove herself academically with low grades and modest artistic talents and was judged at many occasions by the same people who should have provided support and understanding to her—namely home and school. She decided to choose a career as teacher so that kids she takes care of are well-supported and appreciated regardless of their grades.
TEDx: What made you think Salma would be a good fit for TEDxYouth@Amman?
Salma had passion and spoke from the heart. She represented her age group in their right to have proper teaching practices in any classroom.
She also spoke about the role of parents in providing a balanced level of motivation and encouragement, which we felt was suitable for the theme.
TEDx: What was the audience response to her talk?
They really enjoyed it and cheered in agreement at many stages of the talk!
TEDx: Have you spoken to Salma recently? How does she feel about her talk?
We kept in touch with Salma as she became a blogger and team member with our TEDxAmman team.
She really appreciates the positive and otherwise negative feedback she gets about the clip and looks forward to doing better.


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Always love it when we get a new blast of fresh energy from these talented Knoxville weirdos. This one is particularly excellent - one of their best yet. The lamenting chorus - "I will regain control, I will regain control!" - resonates with a kind of muted intensity that feels like cursing under your breath.
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Green on blue attacks reveal flaws in Afghan recruitment process
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In the first of a new series, Gerry Northam investigates the rising number of so called "green on blue" attacks in which Afghan soldiers and policemen have turned their guns on British and other international troops.
With more than 50 NATO troops killed in insider attacks this year, is enough being done to protect those working as mentors?
The US has invested over $50 billion on developing independent Afghan security forces but according to a US Government audit, the majority of Afghan troops remain heavily reliant on American help and support. Even widespread illiteracy remains a problem.
Meanwhile the impact of the recent attacks is huge - undermining the trust that's needed between the Afghan forces and the coalition troops getting them ready to take over the security in 2014.
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Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar
- Address:
317 Fortaleza Street
Old San Juan, PR 00901Neighborhood:
San Juan
- Cuisine:
Fusion / EclecticPrice: $31 to $50
Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.marmaladepr.com/
- Phone: 7877243969x
- Hours of Operation:
Dinner : Open from 5:30pm
Closed on Tuesdays from June17th through October 31st .
*We accept reservations up to ONE MONTH IN ADVANCE to the calendar date.
*In order to preserve the Marmalade experience at the respect of our patrons the age requirement for children is seven years or older. Children's Menu is not available.
- Payment Options: AMEX,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Vegetarian / Vegan, Fusion / Eclectic, Contemporary French
- Executive Chef: Peter Schintler
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
- Private Party Facilities: Inquiries for exclusive use of Marmalade Restaurant and Wine Bar for private events or parties are welcome. Marmalade is the only Gastronomic venue in Puerto Rico that has function space of 122 seats and a private bar area of equal capacity.
For group bookings please email to email@example.com.
- Private Party Contact: Henriett Schintler 7877243969x
- Special Events: PLEASE NOTE WE ARE OFFERING ONLY TASTING MENUS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON:
Ala Carte Dining is NOT available on the following dates:
December 31st
$89/person Wine Pairing $47/person
December 24th -December 30th and January 1st
4 Course Dinner $65/person Wine Pairing $39/person
5 Course Dinner $75/person Wine Pairing $47/person
6 Course Dinner $85/person Wine Pairing $56/person
We do not offer Children's Menu.
Getting there
- Cross Street: Fortaleza Street
- Public Transit: Bus Station is located only two blocks from the center of San Juan where Marmalade is located
- Parking: Public Lot
- Parking Details: Three secured parking garages are located only one block south of the restaurant on Calle Recinto Sur . Street parking is also available in Old San Juan. Valet Parking is not available in Old San Juan due to regulation.
A word from Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar
We accept reservations up to ONE MONTH in advance to the calendar date.Continued
For Parties of 6 or larger we offer our Signature Group Tasting Menu priced at $79/person.
*In order to preserve the Marmalade experience at the respect of our patrons the age requirement for children is seven years or older. Children's Menu is not available.
Experience it……..
pure… unique… taste…nightly, in a glass & on a plate
For Parties of 6 or larger we offer our Signature Group Tasting Menu priced at $79/person.
*In order to preserve the Marmalade experience at the respect of our patrons the age requirement for children is seven years or older. Children's Menu is not available.
Experience it……..
pure… unique… taste…nightly, in a glass & on a plate
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
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Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar reviews from OpenTable diners
190 reviews since May 26, 2014
- Food4.7Service4.7
- Ambiance4.7Noise LevelModerate
special occasion (157)fit for foodies (150)romantic (138)notable wine list (112)hot spot (76)neighborhood gem (60)good for groups (57)vibrant bar scene (18)late-night find (16)scenic view (4)kid-friendly (3)great for brunch (1)great for lunch (1)Show More
- San Juan FavoriteSamuelVIPDined on 9/20/2014Great restaurant; came back after having been three years ago - quality is still impeccable. Service here is top notch and friendly, with the owner making rounds. Menu is still an eclectic array of delicious options. Tasting menu is the way to go, and while it is a pricey menu for San Juan, similar quality or style would likely run you double in NYC. Really enjoy this place; wish I had just gone here three nights in a row - could have had a unique experience each time!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Top 10 mealsRachaelDined on 9/19/2014This was one of the best meals of my life. Absolutely worth doing the tasting menu...and of course the white bean soup. The service, cocktail list and ambiance were excellent. Can't wait to come back next time we are here!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A MUST!!SPEECHLESSDined on 9/18/2014As a world traveler, I have visited numerous restaurants. I never wrote a review on a restaurant before because I didn't feel the need to do so. After celebrating my 40th birthday with my group of family and friends at Marmalades, I was so pleased with the service, the food and the ambiance that I was compelled to write a review. The 15 course meal left me speechless. Each course left my mouth watering for more. The course sizings were perfect. The chef was so personable and made us feel at home. Of course, we closed the restaurant down!!! If you're ever in Puerto Rico, please drive to old San Juan and be prepared to be WOWED!! by visiting Marmalades. The experience will exceed your expectations!!!Special Features:
- Creative culinary adventure awaitsOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 9/15/2014The chef/owner is a creative type who takes his passion to the level of art. Imaginative use of ingredientsSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Very goodJacquelineSDined on 9/14/2014Marmalade offers gourmet food in a trendy, romantic setting. I recommend the 5-course tasting menu. The quality of the food was well worth the price, but I felt the cuisine of other restaurants in San Juan (e.g. Santaella) gave us more of a "wow" factor in that I didn't bite into anything here and want to devour it. That being said, this is certainly a top-notch place and worth a try if you're looking for fine dining in San Juan.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A Great RestaurantGonzo13Dined on 9/13/2014What a great dinning experience. Great food, staff and chef/owner. We were celebrating birthdays for my wife and I. My wife has to eat gluten free. The staff was so knowledgeble about gluten free it suprised me. There is a reason why this restaurant is rated #1 in San Juan by Trip Advisor. When in San Juan don't think twice about going there. They take reservations 30 days in advance. Reservations are a must.Special Features:
- Perfect. Spectacular.brandmb36VIPDined on 9/12/2014My wife and I dined here on the final night of our honeymoon. Marmalade came highly recommended, so we came in with high expectations; we were still blown away by the food and service. As I told the Chef (who, along with his wife/co-owner graciously visited our table to wish us a happy honeymoon), there are good restaurants you encounter while traveling, and then there are places for which you would travel back to that city/country just to eat at that restaurant--Marmalade falls into that second category. We loved Puerto Rico, so plan to return anyway. However, the experience at Marmalade was so impressive that I would fly back just to eat here again. Recommendation: Do 6 courses w/ wine paring. Our server Craig was also top notch.Special Features:
- Amazing experience!LgreviewsDined on 9/11/2014All of the dishes were amazing. We got 5 items with the wine pairing. The wine pairing is award-winning for a reason. Really adds to the dining experience. Way more food than I was expecting. Should have skipped lunch.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Superb!BritinatlVIPDined on 9/11/2014Everything about this restaurant is superb!!! Must book and eat here when visiting Puerto Rico. The tasting menus with wine pairings are wonderful.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Exceptional all aroundmicsteVIPDined on 9/10/2014Truly this is a great restaurant. Attentive knowledgeable service with no haste or intrusions. We had a party of six and they accommodated each of our individual needs. I had the four course with wine pairing. The radish carpaccio came first- the hint if bleu cheese truly set this off beautifully. The Iberico ham came next. The wine paired was just outstanding. Finally the course I had the Spanish Cassoulet which was truly superb in every aspect. Others had the paella appetizer, a sushi rol of delicious paella- outstanding. Ceviche Verde equally as good. Spend your last dime to try this superior restaurant.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Memorable mealOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 9/8/2014Do not miss a memorable meal. Truly one if the best meals I've ever had. The setting is sensational the wine outstanding and the food is indescribable. You won't be sorry.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- good but not greatalbrieVIPDined on 9/6/2014Maybe I came in with high expectations but it just wasn't everything I wanted it to be. The restaurant is very nice don't get me wrong we loved the table we had but the food was just not something I would go back for, we even thought one of the dishes was way too salty. Everything was extremely expensive and definitely not worth it.Special Features:
- Not to be missed experienceCharDined on 9/3/2014Outstanding, doesn't even begin to explain how fantastic our meal and dining experience was at Marmalade. Our five course menu began with the popcorn shrimp appetizers, which along with everything else was out of this world delicious. Our next course was white bean soup, followed by lobster risotto, and gnocci with pork ragout, and then our main meal of pork belly and tenderloin. For desert we had the special ice cream and bread pudding. Every dish was a combination of complex flavors. I have never experienced such an absolute perfect meal. Peter, the Chef/Owner defintely displays his world class abilities as a true Master World Class Top Chef. We went back 3 nites later and again had a perfect nite. Looking forward to our next PR trip.Special Features:
- Delicious!OpenTable Diner Since 2008Dined on 9/1/2014We wanted one exceptional meal in San Juan so we booked Marmalade. We were not disappointed. The staff is extremely friendly and professional, the atmosphere is very comfortable and the food was great. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who is looking for an exceptional meal while in Puerto Rico.Special Features:
- Amazing!!giraffe5950VIPDined on 8/31/2014This is our second time in Old San Juan & Marmalade this year. I would be lying if I said Marmalade wasn't the reason we decided to come back! Such great food & awesome service. Everyone in our group loved everything we ordered, not a single complaint! I recommend the 4 course meal with wine pairing, it's life changing. Planning our next trip to Old San Juan (or should I say Marmalade) already! :)Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Perfect night out and wine listMjb1979VIPDined on 8/31/2014So impressed with marmalade. Would recommend to anyone traveling to PR. Inventive menu with local and seasonal flavors. Wine list was amazing with some very hard to find labels and your standard high ends. I am still dreaming if their white bean soup.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- AMAZING!Steveo34Dined on 8/31/2014Girlfriend and I tried this place on a recommendation the last night of a Labor Day getaway to San Juan. We each got the 5 course meal and shared. Of the 10 total dishes, all of them were what I would at least classify as "great" and 4 of them absolutely blew my mind and were some of the best things I've ever eaten. I'm not usually a fan of Chef's tasting menus or of spending $200+ on a meal, but this place was the exception to both. Both my girlfriend and I left stuffed and we couldn't stop talking the rest of the night just how good our meal was. If I'm ever back in San Juan, I'll be going to Marmalade again and if you're looking for a fancier meal while you're there, you should too.Special Features:
- Talk of the Town-Real GemFineFoodSeekerDined on 8/31/2014Don't miss this gem of a find, located right in the heart of downtown old San Juan. I asked around for the most memorable place to eat in San Juan and I was told by my rain-forest guide, a colleague at work and of course my most trusted source of info Trip Advisor and they all pointed me to Marmalade as their first choice recommendation for an amazing 4,5 or 6 course meal with superb wine pairing. The chef comes out to the tables to chat and the food, while it is Caribbean it is inspired by the world travels of the chef. This place has a few menu items you don't want to leave without trying such as their famous white bean soup and butterscotch bread pudding with aged rum ice cream!Special Features:
- Outstanding ServicePhatManPDined on 8/30/2014The service was excellent at this restaurant. My wife and I had the five course tasting with wine pairings on each dish. It was pricey, but you get your money's worth. Plenty of food and wine. The quality of food was great, however it is for more of an 'acquired taste' (not really what I am accustomed to). The white bean soup was great.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent food, service, atmospheremikeDined on 8/28/2014my wife and i celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary at marmalade and we're glad we did. the wait staff had prepared a quiet corner booth, with rose petals placed around the table... nice thoughtful touch. wine list was excellent, although we decided to order a la carte. for starters, the jamon iberico was spectacular, but apparently marmalade is known for their white bean soup, so we each had a small bowl. it was one of the best things we've ever tasted. just order it and thank us later! for dinner, we had the red snapper, and the lamb tagine. again, both were delicious. a great experience overall... we spoke w/the chef/owner came for a few minutes afterwards... we thanked him for a truly memorable meal and dining experience.Special Features:
- Best ServicePRVacayDined on 8/28/2014Amazing service, portions were too large for 'tasting' menu but all wonderful except the gnocchi. Best service on the island but the owner makes the post-meal follow up very uncomfortable.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Unusual, interesting, superlative!BarbarellaDined on 8/27/2014A must-go on your list in San Juan. The restaurant is lovely with great care taken in atmosphere down. To the beautiful tableware and glasses. The tasting menu is definitely the way to go, otherwise you would miss some of the interesting and delicious choices. Our server, Angela, was friendly, informative and charming. One of the diners was gluten-free - and other than 2 menu items, all others were without gluten - even most of the desserts! The chef-owner visited our table and he was genuine and friendly. Super-awesome dining experience. The staff even coordinated our taxi to arrive once the check was finalized. The dining experience was one we will never forget.Special Features:
- emcsquaredDined on 8/27/2014Beautiful restaurant, the outside was a little deceiving but once you entered you somehow forgot where you were. The food was amazing, definitely recommend at least 4 courses. The white bean soup served in an espresso cup is a must try, and the bread pudding will bring you to tears. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable which is super important and the owner/chef went around talking to guests, I always think that's a really nice touch.Special Features:
- Amazing date spotHoneebeeDined on 8/24/2014Very knowledgeable waitstaff, delicious food, overall perfect dateSpecial Features:
- Make the reservation!DeezyDined on 8/23/2014Came here on a rainy/drizzly night on Saturday and it was pretty packed, so definitely make a reservation. I had the sea bass with bamboo rice and it was great, very fresh tasting. My husband had the lamb with couscous and oh my goodness, awesome! The chef even comes out and brings the food to you and shares some information about what you're eating. It was a great place for us to come while enjoying our honeymoon. I definitely liked the modern, comfortable ambiance and layout of the place. About moderately priced, but well worth it!Special Features:
- ExcellentJas309Dined on 8/23/2014Was with my children. It was a special trip to Puerto Rico and this was a highlight.Special Features:
- Outstanding and MemorableATLFoodVIPDined on 8/23/2014This top notch restaurant did not disappoint. You may order a la carte, or choose from the 4/5/6 course prix fixe with or without wine pairings. We opted for the four courses with wine pairings. There are no limitations on choices, you may select whatever you'd like from the full menu - I've NEVER experienced such freedom with a prix fixe, anywhere (U.S. or internationally). The food was divine, every course was generous and prepared to perfection. The wine pairings were also very generous and enhanced each course. This restaurant is now in my top ten of all restaurants, anywhere!Special Features:
- Best on Island?OpenTable Diner Since 2008VIPDined on 8/21/2014If Marmalade is not the best restaurant on Puerto Rico, it is close enough. Great food, beautiful environment, and top service. The entire staff headed by a great chef and a top manager, Raoul, have created a wonderful restaurant that makes any occasion special. Go there.Special Features:
- Unforgettable MealOpenTable Diner Since 2008Dined on 8/21/2014We had the most wonderful dinner at Marmalade. It was one of the best dinners we have ever had. The food was amazing! The menu was extensive and it included special options for vegetarians and gluten free eaters. The chef came and talked to us! He is a vegetarian and avoids gluten, as do I. We can't wait to go back on our next trip to Puerto Rico.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Don't believe the hypePhillyYo12Dined on 8/20/2014Food was just ok, not amazing like other reviewers have posted. Much better options exist locallySpecial Features:
- Amazing Spot!!IrisVIPDined on 8/18/2014Seen this as #1 res on Trip Advisor, def worth a try. Service was beyond amazing as well as the food. Must try the 4, 5 or 6 course with wine pairing. Don't forget to try the Tiny White Bean Soup.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/17/2014The food was creative and very good. We enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and the unique food combinations.Special Features:
- Wonderful food, delightful serviceEmtciDined on 8/16/2014Fantastic selection of food to chose from, even for me as a non- meat eaters. Creative, unusual and delicious. The waiter was brilliant- friendly, helpful and just the right amount of chat when we wanted and 'in the background' when we didn't. (Wish it could remember his name- he's training to be a nurse and has 2 boys if the bosses are reading this!) We are going back again in less than a week to celebrate my sons birthday so I guess that says it all.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Best food in San JuanMachDined on 8/15/2014There are lots of restaurants in San Juan that claim to have food and wine fit for foodies. Marmalade is one of the few that delivers, and impressively so. We did the 6 course chef's tasting menu, with wine wine pairings, which was done quite well. If you want authentic Puerto Rican food, go to La Casita Blanca. But if you want high concept, innovative food and wine that you could find at the best restaurants on the main land, Marmalade is the way to go.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great restaurantlluisDined on 8/15/2014Food was not bad but menu is overpriced. Wine glasses are very expensive and waiters should show bottle & origin of the product to customers. Must improve quinoa combination because it doesn't fit with Alaska salmon. We liked music sound, decoration and ambient. Personal are always very busy but a restaurant must guaarentee FOOD QUALITY.Special Features:
- SusanBDined on 8/15/2014A terrific restaurant with excellent food. Get the tasting menu and enjoy your time!Special Features:
- Really good food in a nice settingEddiazDined on 8/15/2014We came here for a Friday night dinner with our college age kids. Food was delightful and setting and service were excellent. Only drawbacks were that we'd been looking where a Puerto Rican dinner where this was anything but. It was more continental haute cuisine. All excellent, however. If you've spent time in PR, then this is definitely a place worth visiting. If you're on a short trip and want local flavor, you might no ptherwise disappointed here.Special Features:
- Great seems faint praiseRonamarkDined on 8/15/2014The food was both heavenly to eat and to see. The choices were innovative and the presentation was extraordinary . We had the 4 course tasting menu which provided lots of choices and more than enough food. Among the standouts were the lobster risotto , the paella and the fruit cobbler. I've had creme brûlée in some of the best restaurants in NYC but they can't hold a candle to Marmalade. The staff was welcoming and warm and made our anniversary dinner very special. The chef came to every table to check on the food. That personal touch was much appreciated.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Mom and Dads rendezvousNolaMommyDined on 8/14/2014It was excellent! Do the tasting menu with wine pairing - don't miss the popcorn shrimp, white bean soup, and lobster risotto - but everything else we had was good too!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Better than French LaundryKurtWVIPDined on 8/10/2014Not just the best dinner we've had in PR, or the Caribbean -- one of the best dinners we've ever had. If the chef moved to New York or San Francisco and tripled the price, he'd give Thomas Keller a run for his money. I would rate the food, wine, and service on par with Per Se and ahead of French Laundry. The vegetarians with us had a great experience (the chef is a vegetarian, but the beef and lamb dishes were fabulous as well). Unlike other tasting menus, each diner chooses her dishes, and each has a separate wine pairing -- it makes for a fun sharing experience, and the wine pairings were incredibly well done. Really worth the trip.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.


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Are errors ruining your credit report?
A new FTC study and a recent segment on '60 Minutes' have many wondering if their credit reports contain errors that can damage their credit and whether those errors can be fixed.
This post comes from Gerri Detweiler at partner site Credit.com.
A long-awaited study on credit reporting accuracy was released Monday and is drawing lots of attention -- and some industry ire. In the Federal Trade Commission study, which tracked 1,001 individuals as they reviewed 2,968 credit reports and tried to correct mistakes, one in five consumers reportedly found errors on their credit reports, some of which could affect their credit scores.
The release of the study coincided with a report on CBS News' "60 Minutes" called "40 Million Mistakes: Is Your Credit Report Accurate?" The report instigated a heated response from the credit reporting industry that accused the program of "selectively hyp(ing) snippets" from the report to "sensationalize the issue."
What does this mean: Should you be worried that your credit report contains serious errors? Or not?
Despite headlines and hype to the contrary, the findings don't appear to be too far off from a finding in an early study by the Policy and Economic Research Council, often referred to as the "PERC study" by the credit reporting industry. That study found that just under one in five (19.2%) of the credit reports examined by consumers were found to contain potentially inaccurate information.
However, in the PERC study, almost half of those alleged errors related to inaccurate header information (incorrect name of employer or misspelled street name, etc.) -- information they emphasize has absolutely no effect on credit scores. The FTC reported that errors in the data on header information comprised the third most common category of alleged mistakes in their study.
The FTC reports that four out of five consumers who filed disputes experienced some modification to their credit report. And the Consumer Data Industry Association, which represents the credit reporting industry, says that three out of four consumer disputes are handled within 14 days. Again, they are looking at slightly different things here, but overall it doesn't paint a dismal picture.
Both the FTC and PERC studies tackled the issue of the seriousness of mistakes, and how they impact consumers' credit scores (and by extension perhaps the cost of credit). The FTC report found that of the 211 reports with a score change, 62 reports (29% of reports with a score change) had a score increase of more than 25 points.
That's similar to the PERC study's finding that only 0.93% of all the credit reports examined had one or more disputes that resulted in a credit score increase of 25 points or greater. That latter report also found that an average of 0.5% of reviewed credit reports had modifications resulting in a credit score increase that placed the consumer in a high credit score tier where they would have likely received more favorable terms (a lower interest rate, for example).
What does no investigation mean?
The Consumer Data Industry Association took umbrage with the statement in the "60 Minutes" piece that the credit reporting agencies are "not doing an investigation at all," and points out that credit reporting agencies are required by law to investigate all disputes promptly.
But that assertion can't be completely dismissed, either. Whether an investigation takes place depends on whether you define the term in just a strictly legal sense.
What a consumer thinks an investigation should involve and what actually happens may be worlds part. (Or countries apart; the "60 Minutes" piece included credit reporting agency representatives from Chile and India.)
Most consumers probably think an investigation means someone is reading the information they send in about their dispute, and then contacting the source of that data to try to determine the truth. Instead, most credit report disputes are handled by an automated system, eOscar, where disputes are turned into codes and the process most often involves computers talking to each other, rather than individuals. Typically in that system, whatever the "furnisher" (lender, court, collection agency, etc.) says is correct determines whether the information is changed or not.
The automated system can be very efficient and takes care of the majority of disputes just fine: The PERC study reported that 98% of consumers were satisfied with the dispute process.
But neither study delved into the dark world of credit report purgatory for consumers whose credit reports don't get fixed, due to identity theft, mixed files or lenders whose records are wrong.
Should you fear credit report mistakes?
Back to the question posed earlier: Should you be worried about serious mistakes in your credit reports?
Of course you should. Whether it's 2%, 5% or 20% of reports that contain errors serious enough to create a problem, you'll never know which camp you fall into unless you check your credit reports yourself. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recently reported that fewer than one in five consumers review their credit reports each year. Considering that everyone is entitled to at least one free copy from each major agency each year, that's pretty pathetic. Are the rest simply assuming things are OK, or perhaps too worried what they will find?
You won't get your credit scores for free unless you are turned down or charged more for credit or insurance due to your credit score. But you can use a service like Credit.com's Credit Report Card to get a free credit score once a month.
You'll want to dispute credit report mistakes right away, and keep good records of the dispute process to maximize the chance that your problem will be resolved quickly.
If you're reviewing your credit reports at least once a year and monitoring your credit scores regularly, a shocking headline about credit reports won't throw you for a loop because you'll know exactly what that means for you.
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Marvell Technology: Value play on smartphones
Short-term concerns are creating long-term value for this maker of high-tech controller chips.
I think the critical market factors that are needed to drive growth at Marvell Technology Group (MRVL) in 2012 will materialize and be solid throughout the year.
If I'm right in this assessment, I think Wall Street will wake up to the value of the story sometime during the next six to 12 months.
The company entered this fiscal year with roughly 60% market share for HDD controller chips. And as expected, the vast Hard Disk Drive (HDD) manufacturing industry in Thailand was heavily damaged by flooding.
Still, the firm reported fiscal Q3 2012 (ended October 2011) revenue of $950.4M with non-GAAP earnings of $0.40. Both cleared the consensus estimates.
Many pundits have suggested the shortage of HDDs, which has led to notably higher HDD prices, will accelerate the adoption of Solid State Drives (SSD), which utilize NAND Flash semiconductor memory chips.
This is good news for MRVL. While I still can't quantify it, MRVL reiterated it has even higher market share in merchant SSD controller market than it has for HDD controllers.
It is important to note here SSD controller technology is very complex. MRVL began work on SSD controllers roughly eight years ago and is well prepared for this coming transition to SSD technology.
While there is no shortage of competitors, few if any can match MRVL's prowess in this technology and MRVL even noted some SSD manufacturers have switched from in-house solutions to MRVL controller technology.
My thesis for MRVL in the smartphone market remains simple. I believe MRVL will emerge not only as the leader in low-cost smartphone designs, but in reality be the primary catalyst for opening the unsubsidized $100 and lower smartphone market in emerging economies.
This is a very big deal. The big seller in emerging markets has been the feature phone. In other words, emerging markets are about where we were in the U.S. five or so years ago.
There are two primary reasons why emerging markets have trailed the U.S. in the adoption of smartphones and even today represent only a very small percentage of aggregate smartphone sales.
First is the fact emerging markets were slow to move to higher bandwidth 3G standards. But this has changed rapidly. For example, China Mobile, by far the largest wireless carrier in the world, has already installed roughly 200,000 3G TD-SCDMA towers.
This means 2012 will be the year China Mobile transitions its vast customer base from 2G to 3G. MRVL is by far the leader in chips for TD-SCDMA smartphones.
The second factor has been price. Until very recently smartphones sold for roughly $600 in these markets versus a nominal price of about $50 to $60 for feature phones.
The new smartphones using MRVL's chips sell today for only $100 unsubsidized. Going forward MRVL has a very clear roadmap that will drive this price down to about $70 in a year or so.
With MRVL doing so well the obvious question is; "Why in the heck does the stock trade for such a low valuation multiple?"
At even its recent high of $15.17 MRVL was trading at only 8.3 times the fiscal 2013 (ends January 2013) consensus plus my estimate balance sheet value (estimated balance sheet value noted below).
There are three answers for this question. One is the fact there was a "gap" in MRVL's revenue pattern caused primarily by the fact business with Research in Motion declined before MRVL was positioned to offset the decline with other designs.
Second is the fact MRVL still has high relative and absolute exposure to the HDD market.
Third is the fact MRVL has historically not been good at communicating its strategy and establishing reasonable expectations with investors.
As I see it these three factors that have weighed on MRVL's valuation are fading rapidly.
As to valuation, I believe MRVL will begin producing year-over-year revenue growth starting in fiscal Q1 2013 (the quarter ending April 2012).
Further, I believe MRVL's revenue will notably accelerate from there and for the full fiscal year 2013 (ends January 2013); MRVL will report non-GAAP earnings between $1.60 and $1.70. This is substantially above the current consensus of $1.37.
In an effort to maintain a conservative outlook for MRVL, in our valuation model I'm using a range of fiscal 2013 non-GAAP earnings that extends from the $1.37 consensus to the low side of my forecast ($1.60).
When combining this will a range of valuation multiples running from 14 to 16, and adding in the estimated balance sheet value of $3.85, this produces an estimated fair value range that runs from $23.03 to $29.45.
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RHINELANDER, Wis. (WSAU) - A Rhinelander teenager has been sentenced for stabbing two people last December. 17-year-old Michael Thimm is not going to see as much jail time as you might expect. Judge Patrick O'Melia only gave him five months in the Oneida County Jail and four years of probation. The judge said prison would be counterproductive, noting Thimm has Asperger's Syndrome, which is a form of Autism.
Thimm stabbed his mother and her boyfriend after an argument about computer use. Judge O'Melia felt it would be more appropriate to make sure Thimm gets the help he needs.
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When Steve Madden, of Rodale's Cycling Group, asked the question, "Why don't more people think bicycling is great," he and his team did a little brainstorming and came up with the BikeTown project. Rodale handed out 50 bicycles free to residents of Portland, Maine for three months and told them to, well, ride them.
What were the results? Not surprisingly the participants lost weight-a combined 750 pounds to be exact. The BikeTown project has expanded over 48 states, handing out 3,000 bikes to about 15,000 riders. So far, the project has generated 154 million media impressions, Madden said, and $6.3 million.
"The results were nothing less than spectacular," Madden said. "People lost weight, families reconnected. And six million in revenue? That's not so bad either, right?"
While Dan Rather didn't address his $70 million lawsuit against CBS while moderating a discussion at the 2007 American Magazine Conference, the former newsman didn't disappoint those who wanted to hear his so-called Ratherisms (if anyone is truly a brand at AMC, it would be Rather) live and in-person. Some of his best:
"If you had to bet your trailer money, who wins the nominations?"
"I'd bet the ranch on the New Yorkers."
"Not a single vote has been cast anywhere-right now it is guesswork."
"If I was te-totally me-morally forced to choose ..."
"[Mitt Romney] is an undervalued stock."
"Tall, good-looking men sometimes do well in elections."
"My crystal ball is permanently in the shop."
"What you least expect often occurs."
"Overnight is a long time; a week is forever."
"February 5, unless there's a cataclysmic event-that's the ballgame."
"For all the double-doming, the coverage may not amount to much."
Brian Farnham, speaking at the American Magazine Conference Monday, said he had one goal in mind when putting together the 2007 sex issue, his second as editor: Cancelled subscriptions.
"If you do a sex issue and no one cancels, you're probably not doing your job," Farnham said.
Farnham said after no one cancelled their subscriptions after publishing the first sex issue of 18-month tenure at TONY, he wanted five this time around.
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When Pilar Guzman, editor of year-old Cookie, first tested the magazine's cover prototypes-high-end photo shoots with model moms and model kids in model situations-she realized the magazine had "totally underestimated the reader."
"The focus groups could tell who the fake-y models and kids," Guzman says. "A mom knows, a mom knows that moment-a 22-year-old model who doesn't have a kid doesn't really know how to hold a child."
Despite burning a bridge with the shoot's equally high-end photographer (Guzman never used the cover) Guzman says the test forever changed the magazine launch's cover strategy. "We now use real moms and their kids."More...
Best line from day one of the 2007 American Magazine Conference, taking place at the ridiculously posh Boca Raton Resort & Club, courtesy of Adverting Age editor Jonah Bloom:
"For the journalists in us, we like when you pick a place to moor our yachts ... I have the slip next to Keith Kelly this year."
The big question for the 500 or so magazine executives gathering at Boca Raton's cavernously posh resort and club this week for the 2007 American Magazine Conference is simply this: What the hell is a "magabrand"? And is it really a revolution? The conference's thematic title-"Magabrand Revolution"-seems to be both a nod to magazine publishers leveraging their brands across multiple platforms (Web, TV, radio, rock club et al) and the personal journey of the Men's Health editor and AMC chairman Dave Zinczenko from self-described fat kid to editor to Today show TV personality to tabloid-fodder to a multi-platform brand himself. (Zinczenko could be overheard saying as much at the resort's hotel bar late Saturday, going as far as calling ex-White House press secretary Tony Snow, the conference's odd choice of opening keynote speaker, as a "megabrand"-albeit a retired one.)
As Zinczenko explains in his chairman's letter, the so-called revolution is the "art and science of combining a strong magazine voice with the power of digital media to reach downloaders, listeners and viewers in ways that were unavailable, or even unimaginable, five years ago."
But is the magazine as brand a "revolutionary" idea, or even new? No, but believe it or not, there are magazine publishers out there that have yet to grasp the concept of "beyond print"-last year's AMC theme-and plenty more who've done little else than talk about it. Besides, magazine conference's need themes, and at this point, anything without the word "digital" in it is probably a good idea.More...
As we were sifting through the stacks of magazines we have collected here at Folio:, we came across the October and November issues of Shape. Placing them side-by-side we couldn't help but notice how strangely similar the covers are.
Both bathing suit-clad subjects (singer Sheryl Crow, October; actor Heather Graham, November) appear standing in water with the sun setting behind them. The color schemes are nearly the same. The cover lines look similar. The list goes on.
A Shape spokesperson says Crow and Graham were photographed in different locations, although at practically the same time of day. Shape creative director Dimity Jones declined to comment other than to call the similarities a "coincidence."
Jones and her team didn't realize the similarities before sending these issues to print? A coincidence? You be the judge.
As I have been known to criticize magazine publishers who do little more than lip service to being "green" (see: ŌĆśGreen' Issues Fail to Convert Magazines to Recycled Paper) it's nice to see a major magazine going beyond the "green issue" rhetoric and actually committing to something that will have an immediate impact. Starting next month, Everyday with Rachael Ray, whose ad revenue skyrocketed some 500 percent this year, will print its issues on 85 percent recycled paper. Additionally, the Reader's Digest-owned magazine is switching mills to one closer to its printer. The explanation from RD:
"The new mill (outside of Chicago) is 160 miles from the printer (Quad, in Lomira, Wisconsin) compared with the old mill that was 1,060 miles awayŌĆöthat's a savings of 900 miles one way. So that reduces emissions. Contrast that with some magazine papers that are trucked across the country or imported from Europe. Also, the mill is working with the printer on a closed loop system, so when they deliver the "Rachael Ray" paper the same truck would then be loaded up with the printed waste and shipped back to the mill. The press waste from the printing of Rachael Ray will go back into the actual paper being produced for a future issue. Makes sense, but understand that this is not the typical process in the industry."
Make no mistake: swapping paper mills is not cheap. But I'd bet the goodwill associated with this moveŌĆöif Ms. Ray follows through on her promiseŌĆöwill generate additional long-term revenue to offset the upfront costs.
(Or, at the very least, offset the damage done by those Dunkin Donuts commercials.)
High-profile editors are spouting off about the glossy relevancy of print, and that can mean only one thing: the American Magazine Conference is almost here. Like most magazine discussions these days, digital and its threat to print will undoubtedly be a major theme at next week's pow-wow of consumer magazine editors and publishers in Boca Raton (the conference has been given the unfortunate "Mag-a-brand' tagline) and, like politicians before a convention, editors seem to be sharpening their stump speeches.
Yesterday, three surfaced. Here's Glamour editor and ASME president Cindi Leive:
Readers enjoy the ads-that's a strong story for advertisers to be in magazines, and a strong reason for editors not to get pushed into product placement.
AMC chairman, Men's Health editor and Today show staple Dave Zinczenko:
One of the strange conventions of science fiction film and television shows has been the idea that in the future, we will all dress alike. From "Twilight Zone" reruns to movies like The Matrix, Aeon Flux, and I, Robot, citizens of the distant future seem, for no obvious reason, to have given up the idea of dressing themselves as individuals. In the future, fashion is apparently doomed. Whenever I hear someone say that print is doomed, I think about those old "Twilight Zone" episodes. And I think that when it comes to fashion - and media - the futurists get it all wrong.
From the London Independent, Wallpaper* founder and Monocle editor Tyler Br├╗l├®:
Print media might be faced with some serious challenges but it's time to stop calling its relevance into question - that goes for newspapers too. In many markets the humble daily has never looked so good, in others there's a bit of work to be done. If it was our money and we were going to launch the Monocle Daily, we'd be taking our cues from our favourite Italian broadsheet.
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The finalists for the American Society of Magazine Editors' (ASME) second annual Best Cover Contest were announced today. The judges apparently have a thing for The Colbert Report's Stephen Colbert-his image is on three of the finalists.
L-R: Best Celebrity Cover, Best Concept Cover, Best Coverline
And they like babes on buildings, too.
-R: Best Celebrity Cover, Best Fashion Cover
There are seven categories and 21 finalists. See the full gallery here.
Six months after Time executed a historic redesign-and seemingly told anyone (read: Charlie Rose) who would listen-Newsweek has unveiled a redesign of its own, albeit ushered in with considerably less fanfare. Here's editor Jon Meacham's note:
We have two pieces of news close to home: a redesign of the magazine and of Newsweek.com. Our renovations come at an interesting time for journalism. As the number of news outlets expands, it is said, attention spans shrink; only the fast and the pithy will survive. Some people in our business believe print should emulate the Internet, filling pages with short, Weblike bites of information.
We disagree. There is a simple idea behind the changes in the issue of newsweek you are holding: we are betting that you want to read more, not less. Other media outlets believe you just want things quick and easy. We think you will make the time to read pieces that repay the effort.
Led by Amid Capeci (the legendary Roger Black consulted with us, and Dan Revitte and Bonnie Scranton were instrumental), the redesign is more about refinement than revolution; many changes are subtle. The most important shift is a cleaner visual presentation that gives our writers more words and creates a better showcase for photography. We have also added pages to periscope, expanded the conventional wisdom watch and given voices like Jonathan Alter, Sharon Begley, Ellis Cose, Howard Fineman, Daniel Gross, Steven Levy, Lisa Miller, Anna Quindlen, Robert Samuelson, George Will and Fareed Zakaria a bit more space in which to make their points.
You will notice other things, too. At the end of tip sheet we now have a weekly column alternating among Kathleen Deveny on "Modern Family," Julia Reed on "Food & Drink," N'Gai Croal on geek culture, and Jane Bryant Quinn on personal finance.
For editors talking about redesigns or changings of the guard, it is very tempting to make grand declarations, but I am going to try to resist. Hyperbole does not get us very far, and you would hardly expect someone in my job to say anything other than greatness is either at, or already in, hand.
What matters is what you think of the magazine week in and week out. We do not do focus groups or market research; we simply report, write and edit using our best judgment and our sense of what will challenge, engage and (pleasantly) surprise you. How do we arrive at this "sense"? This way: guided by our constant, organic conversation with readers through e-mails, letters and online comments, we publish the magazine we would want to get every week on the ground that if we find something interesting, you probably will, too.
For much of our history--we turn 75 in January, and Newsweek.com celebrates its 10th anniversary next year--we were consumed, naturally, with the content of the pages of the magazine. For the last decade and for the foreseeable decades to come, however, we have not one but two jobs: to produce a print magazine you are eager to read, and a Web site with daily original content that you find compelling. What links them is our commitment to bringing you reporting, voices and analyses you cannot get elsewhere.
At Newsweek.com you will find a new site that uses the latest technology to make our content more accessible. Under the leadership of Deidre Depke, a team that includes Rolf Ebeling, Cathy Fenlon and Kevin Stuart has reinvented the Web site. There are more features, more video, more blogs, a Daily Conventional Wisdom and expanded coverage channels (with a special commitment to health news). Turn to page 8 of this issue for more on what you can expect to see online.
In this week's issue, Christopher Dickey and Jessica Ramirez explore Iraq's war marriages. Lally Weymouth pulls double duty, interviewing Clarence Thomas and Lebanese leader Saad Hariri. Evan Thomas and Mark Hosenball profile Blackwater's Erik Prince, the reclusive head of the controversial private security firm.
Redesigns can be unsettling, and we will no doubt be making adjustments in the coming weeks and months, both here and online. But overall, we like what we see--and we think you will, too. You are, after all, our only focus group.
--Jon Meacham
Quick open question: Does Roger Black have to be involved in every magazine redesign?
I've been scratching my head for some time over American Business Media's practice of charging speakers whom they invite to speak at their events. Working for a company that produces dozens of events a year, we recognize that speakers are taking time from their schedules to speak at our events. And we wouldn't be able to have high-caliber events without high-caliber speakers. We do not charge our speakers.
I've questioned people at ABM on this practice in the past and their attitude has been, hey, it is what it is. But I wondered, does anyone else think this is odd, especially for an organization that is supported by companies that pay very high dues (our company's annual dues to the ABM are in the five-figures, and larger companies may pay over $100k a year in ABM dues). At ABM's spring meeting, the organization reports its financials, and based on the last few reports, it's doing quite well financially.
ABM CEO Gordon Hughes says asking speakers to pay is about keeping the association on a sound financial footing. "We're a non-profit, whereas our members are for-profit," he told me. "We're just trying to cover our costs. What's more, he says, "Most people never question this. This is just the way we do it."
I think American Business Media events are worth paying for. I've attended them for years. But frankly, I bristle when I'm told I have to pay, even though I'm a speaker. So, is this just me being petty, or does anyone else think that charging speakers is odd? Well, we asked around and we got an earful from ABM members and non-members. Here's what they had to say:
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Heavy fog and unsafe driving led to the death of two drivers early Tuesday morning when a pickup passed a semi truck through heavy fog and struck a small sedan.
Around 1 a.m. a 39-year-old Mississippi man, who has been identified as Wesley Martin, was headed eastbound on Grandview Road, just east of Kickerville Road in Birch Bay, in a GMC pickup truck, when he passed the semi and crashed head-on into a Nissan Sentra driven by an 18-year-old Blaine woman, Angela Roderick, according to Washington State Patrol.
Both drivers died at the scene.
"The decision to pass was not the best choice for the pickup driver," said Washington State Patrol trooper Keith Leary. "Visibility was limited to between 50 and 75 feet, and, as the trooper on scene said, similar to pea soup."
Martin worked with a BP contractor called Matrix.
Despite his vehicle being struck by one of the cars involved in the crash, the driver of the semi, Eric Seitz of Blaine, remained uninjured but was transported to St. Joseph hospital as a precaution, according to state patrol. His rig was hauling a a load of jet fuel from the BP Refinery.
It was unclear whether drugs or alcohol were involved, Leary said. Investigators will be reviewing a toxicology report to determine if there were any other factors in the incident.
"This is an extremely horrible reminder of why we need to take our time in inclement weather," Leary said. "Regardless of whether you are following a slower vehicle, you need to be patient, and if you can't see a good distance down the road, you shouldn't be passing."
Leary said that with the unusual type of weather we've had this year that it could be an "interesting" season, and that drivers should plan ahead so they can arrive safely at their destination. "You can't just drive the speed limit when your visibility is reduced," he said. "You really have to slow down and take your time."


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Ps - love the pic of my hometown! The Olympic Park is right where I grew up. London has a great atmosphere right now.
My best event would probably be stroller dodging, but that's not nearly as impressive.
I medaled on:
Wood..El Toro, 90 rides on Easter Sunday two or three years ago
Steel...Steel Force, 73 rides at Coasting For Kids this past June
Those were the Golds..my Silver and Bronze collection is quite extensive as well ;)
I would not medal in any of the listed events, so I did not vote.
I was most certainly the champion personal space blocker by the end of our trip
The host nation (of DLP) were left in my wake with a well trained backpack and elbows
Joking aside it was a disgrace older children 12+ were pushing past my 4yr old and trying to push her over to get to charactors and there parents stood back smoking.
Thay aren't necessarily. I got friendly with some staff on El Toro during some of my marathons, and would often see them on other rides. They're usually trained on at least three or four different rides, to maximize coverage in case of absences.
This combined with the fact we were on the last ride of the day on Space Mountain: Mission 2 the night before made it quite a satisfying couple of days.
I would say stroller dodging or, better, people dodging. I think we should have a contest who can get from the front gate to Cinderella's castle the fastest! It takes skill on that course!


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Midfielder Tobin Heath and forward Christine Sinclair registered a goal in each half as Portland Thorns FC defeated the Western New York Flash 2-0 to win the inaugural National Women's Soccer League Championship before 9,129 fans at Sahlen's Stadium on Saturday night.
Thorns FC, which earned the league's championship as the No. 3 seed in the playoffs, played the final 34 minutes with 10 players after rookie defender Kathryn Williamson was ejected following her second yellow card of the match for an off-the-ball foul on Western New York forward Abby Wambach.
After repelling several offensive attacks from the No. 1 seed Flash during the first half, Heath gave Portland a 1-0 lead minutes before the end of the half with a picturesque, bending free kick from nearly 25 yards away from goal. After a foul on Western New York, Heath and defender Marian Dougherty both set up over the ball for the free kick, and it was Heath who would deliver the go-ahead goal with her right foot. The goal was her second in consecutive matches for Thorns FC — she tallied the opening goal for Portland in a 3-2, comeback win over FC Kansas City on Aug. 24 in Overland Park, Kan., in the NWSL semifinals. Heath was named the Most Valuable Player of the NWSL Championship match for her performance against the Flash.
Heath was substituted out of the match shortly following Williamson's red card, but still finished with a team-high three shots.
Facing five minutes of stoppage time at the end of the second half, Sinclair provided the clinching goal after taking a pass from substitute forward Alex Morgan, who entered the match in the 71st minute. On the right side of the field, Morgan delivered a pass that Sinclair took in stride with space to run at Western New York goalkeeper Adrianna Franch — who was the regular-season league-leader in saves (98) and goals-against average (0.91). Sinclair slotted past Franch to the lower left corner providing a 2-0 lead in the second minute of second-half stoppage time. The 19 minutes of action for Morgan were her first since sustaining a sprained MCL in her knee on Aug. 7 against the Boston Breakers.
Sinclair finished with two shots on goal, as Thorns FC repelled a barrage of shots from the Flash during the second half. Western New York out shot Portland 18-9 in the match, including 10-2 in the second half as Thorns FC were down to 10 players. Portland are just the second team to beat Western New York at home this year and have recorded back-to-back shutouts against the Flash after a scoreless draw on Aug. 10 at Sahlen's Stadium.
Thorns FC goalkeeper Karina LeBlanc collected seven saves in earning the shutout, including several crucial stops in the first 45 minutes. LeBlanc kept the Flash off the board early in the match, parrying a header from Western New York forward Samantha Kerr onto the crossbar in the 12th minute. LeBlanc was able to corral a failed clearance attempt by the Thorns FC defense, ending the threat.
After Sinclair tested Franch with a header in the 22nd minute and defender Nikki Marshall missed just wide of the far right post three minutes later, LeBlanc came up with a save on Flash midfielder Carli Lloyd in the 27th minute. Wambach played the ball to Lloyd at the top of the box, and the midfielder's uncontested strike was smothered by the Canadian international LeBlanc.
Lloyd, who scored a brace in Western New York's 2-0 win over Sky Blue FC on Aug. 24, attempted a game-high eight shots, including four on goal. Wambach delivered three shots, although zero were on frame.
Just minutes before Heath's goal for Portland, Thorns FC forward Danielle Foxhoven found room behind the Western New York defense, but didn't have enough time to maneuver around Franch as she quickly came off her line to stop the attack.
In the second half, Lloyd tried her luck with a looping header in the 66th minute that was saved by LeBlanc and second-half substitute Vicki DiMartino saw a shot in the 79th minute flash past the far post as Portland absorbed the pressure before striking late in second-half stoppage time to seal the inaugural NWSL championship.
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