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Hotel transfer: 20 mins
Meal: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Day 2: city tour & Cu Chi Tunnel
After breakfast in hotel we take a city tour to see the different faces of this bustling city on a full day tour with extensive visits to the Re-Unification Palace, the Central Post Office, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Jade Emperor Temple and the Ben Thanh market. Lunch in local restaurant. After lunch we drive to the famous Cu Chi underground tunnel system to experience how the Viet Cong lived and fought during the American War. Back to Saigon in the afternoon.
Sightseeing: Half day city tour & half day tour to Cu Chi tunnel
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Day 3: Saigon - Vinh Long - Can Tho
After breakfast we depart for Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be we board a boat for a journey through the town's floating market. See how river life goes on, trading between merchant ships and local farmers. Cruise through secluded canals and over the Mighty Mekong to island where we stop to enjoy seasonal fruits before our boat takes us to Vinh Long where we get back on the bus for our trip to Can Tho to overnight.
Cruise & Culture exploration: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle, boat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho
Day 4: Can Tho - Chau Doc
An early start for a boat trip to Cai Rang floating markets, one of the most lively and colorful markets in Southeast Asia. After the market we cruise back to town. Breakfast in hotel and visit to centre market of Can Tho. We will try a xe loi, the local colonial-era cab pulled by motorbike, to see the town. Lunch in local restaurant before heading to Chau Doc. Overnight in Chau Doc.
Cruise to Cai Rang: 1hr
Transportation: AC vehicle, boat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Chau Doc
Day 5: Chau Doc - Phnom Penh
Breakfast in hotel and aboard a speed boat at 8 am. The boat approaches Vinh Xuong border gate where passengers complete entry procedures. Continue to Cambodia cruising on Tone Le Sap River. We would reach Phnom Penh International Port (Sisowath Street) around12.30.
Meet and great by our guide and transfer to hotel in Phnom Penh. After check-in we have lunch in local restaurant and take a short city tour of Phnom Penh visiting to the National Museum where we would see the world's most wondrous collection of Khmer sculture. Continue to Wat Phnom where the Khmers prefer to pray for luck. Back to hotel for overnight.
Cruise to Phnom Penh: 4-5 hrs
Transportation: AC vehicle, speed boat
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh
.Day 6: City tour of Phnom Penh
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we take an excursion to Tonle Batie, which is 40 km from Phnom Penh, visiting to a pair of old Angkorian-era temple of Ta Prohm and Yeay Poev. In the afternoon, we visit the harrowing Tuol Sleng Museum before continuing to the Killing Field of Choeung Ek where prisoner from Security Prison 21 were taken for execution. It is grim afternoon, but essential for understanding just how far Cambodia has come in the intervening years. Back to hotel. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh
Day 7: Fly to Siem Riep
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to airport for a short fly to Siem Riep. Upon arrival in Siem Riep we head to our hotel down town for check-in. The rest of the day we visit to the world wonder of Angkor Wat. We first visit to Southern Gate of Angkor Thom and the unique temple of Bayon. It is a collection of 54 gothic towers decorated with 216 coldy smiling, enormous faces glaring down from every angle. We continue to the Baphoun temple, which would have been one of the most spectacular of Angkor's temples in its heyday. Moving on to the Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Complete the day with sunset watching from Phnom Bakheng Hill. Back to the hotel for overnight. Overnight in Siem Riep
Sightseeing: Half day
Transportation: AC vehicle, Airplane
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep
Day 8: Exploration of Angkor
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we continue to the enchanting temple of the Banteay Srei, the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art. Banteay Srei means 'Citadel of the Women' and it is said that it must have been built by a women, as the elaborate carvings are too fine for the hand of a man.
In the afternoon, we visit the Banteay Samre, which dates from the same period as Angkor Wat. The temple is in a fairly healthy state of preservation due to some extensive renovation work. After here we continue to visit the monuments of Rolous, which served as Indravarman I's capital. The temples were built by the Khmer and mark the beginning of the age of Khmer classical art. Back to the hotel for overnight.
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep
Day 9: Exploration of Angkor
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we continue to discover Angkor Wat. In the morning we visit the fabulous Ta Prohm embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers. Visit to Pre Rup temple, East Mebon temple, and Neak Poan temple.
In the afternoon we visit to Krovan temple, Royal Bath of Srah Srang and Banteay Kdei temples. Back to the hotel for overnight.
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep
Day 10: Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. We take a short bus ride to Tonle Sap Lake. Board a motored boat and enjoy a cruise past a floating village. Visit to local schools in the floating village.
Back to the town and enjoy free time to shop in local market. Transfer to Siem Reap International airport departure flight. Trip completes
Boat trip: 2 hrs
Transportation: AC vehicle, Boat
Meal: Breakfast
* AC vehicle as indicated in the program
* Domestic flight Phnom Penh - Siem Riep
* Boat trips in Mekong Delta as indicated in the program
* Boat from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh
* Boat trip on Tonle Sap
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* Meals as indicated in the itinerary
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Am I disappointed that Steve Nash rejected the Toronto Raptors offer to sign with the Lakers? Surely. Is it a public relations/recruiting blow to the Raptors and MLSE? I can't sugarcoat it, yes. Again, it hurts. Do I agree with the decision to go after him? Yes. Swing for the fences; nothing ventured, nothing gained.
At the end of the day do I fault Nash? Bottom line, behind that smile and charisma is a cold-blooded competitor who wants to win and has a healthy ego, where he wants, what he wants and usually gets it. He'll say all the right things about a lot of topics and he's quite good at it. Ultimately, he's going for it and on his terms. That's how big deals get done. I love his game and respect him and that hasn't changed a bit. It would have been a fun few years on the court but life goes on.
Should he step down as Canada Basketball GM because of this? No, he made a decision on his terms what was best for him and his family as it relates to his livelihood as a professional basketball player. He knows the consequences and the PR hit that he'll take in his home country. He's a big boy and he can handle it. If he produces as the GM (this can't be a ceremonial gig), he'll be credited with turning the program around. If he doesn't, he'll be shown the door like any other GM/coach. This isn't a lifetime scholarship job, though he would have likely had one with MLSE had he signed with the Raptors. Again, he's a big boy and he can deal with whatever gets thrown at him.
Pro sports is a business, pure and simple. I hate saying that because I passionately love the game and truly want to see the sport succeed in Toronto and across the country and sometimes/most times, I feel like we're an after-thought in the NBA world. Time to sit and cry about it? NO WAY! Find a way. Somehow, some way, the Raptors must find a way! Can it get done? Yes, yes and yes!!! I'm a firm believer in the viability and enormous potential of the Raptors and the growth of the sport nationally. Also, we need to get an NBA team back in Vancouver and I have said that a 1,000 times.
Is this a lesson for the Raptors? I've said this a ton over my 14-year run as a Raptors broadcaster -- know who you are and what you need to do to make it work in your market. They've got a talented head coach and coaching staff. That's a huge plus. It's a wonderful city/country with a world class arena and committed ownership. Lots to love and it will happen. They have to draft and develop A/A- players and recruit B+/B players on the open market and use the salary cap money very wisely.
They also have to find a way to solve the retention issue that has plagued the franchise over the years. We're in the recruitment/retention business above and beyond great scouting, coaching and development. There are lots of ways for the franchise to go in the coming days and months and I firmly believe that if the right moves (moves that make sense for the Toronto franchise) are made, you will slowly and gradually see this thing turn around. There is no quick fix.
Look around the NBA and other pro sports leagues and markets a lot smaller than Toronto and quite inferior to Toronto, which is a world class town, have had great success. Should you expect and/or demand it? Yes. It's not an easy job that president/GM Bryan Colangelo has and I'm confident that he knows what he wants to get accomplished and will see this thing through to a successful completion.
I know, for many, this is an emotional time and folks want heads on a platter and usually the GM or coach is that guy. I understand it because I've lived it. Let's catch our breath, see this thing through and support our people. I'm not giving up one bit; there games to be won and a playoff bid to be chased. 'The night is always darkest just before the dawn.'

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Sorry guys, this was just plain boa! Al we could taste was the chicken broth, and the honey made it extremely sweet. It needed a kick, so at the table we each added chili oil...made it better, but nor great. Will not be on my menu again.
Pork and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Cashew Rice
Randy Mayor
For a satisfying, lower-calorie dinner, serve this stir-fry loaded with tender pork and crisp veggies with a side of homemade cashew rice.
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 1/2 cups pork mixture and 1/2 cup cashew rice)
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Nutritional Information
Amount per serving
- Calories: 460
- Calories from fat: 23%
- Fat: 11.8g
- Saturated fat: 2.5g
- Monounsaturated fat: 6.2g
- Polyunsaturated fat: 2.3g
- Protein: 31.8g
- Carbohydrate: 55.9g
- Fiber: 3.6g
- Cholesterol: 74mg
- Iron: 4.6mg
- Sodium: 787mg
- Calcium: 73mg
- 3/4 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 1/3 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup dry-roasted cashews, salted and coarsely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (about 4 ounces)
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups sugar snap peas, trimmed (about 6 ounces)
- 1 cup chopped red bell pepper (about 1)
- Cook the rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Stir in 1/3 cup chopped green onions, chopped dry-roasted cashews, and salt; set aside, and keep warm.
- Combine 2/3 cup chicken broth, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, and honey in a small bowl, and set aside.
- Combine pork, remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce in a bowl, tossing well to coat. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork; sauté 4 minutes or until browned. Remove from pan.
- Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil to pan. Add mushrooms and 1 cup onion; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in ginger and garlic; sauté 30 seconds. Add peas and bell pepper to pan; sauté 1 minute. Stir in pork; sauté 1 minute. Add reserved broth mixture to pan. Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute or until thick, stirring constantly. Serve over cashew rice.
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- COURSE: Main Dishes
- CONVENIENCE: Kid-Friendly, Quick/Easy
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- MAIN INGREDIENT: Pork, Vegetables
- COOKING METHOD: Wok/Stir-Fry
- PUBLICATION: Cooking Light
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March 6–29
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
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In anticipation of ARTINI, join the 1869 Society Steering Committee and ARTINI Host Committee for ARTINI Feature Nights.
Mingle with fellow 1869 Society members and sip the night's featured artini for a great cause! All of the participating venues host a happy hour and donate 20% of their bar sales to support Corcoran ArtReach.
Go to www.washingtonian.com/artini to vote for your favorite. Then, join the 1869 Society at the Corcoran on March 31 for the culminating ARTINI benefit, where D.C.'s favorite artini and the Critics' Choice selection will be revealed.
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Sony Alpha A57 review
Review Date : Mon, 2 Apr 2012
Author : Matt Golowczynski
Succeeding the acclaimed Alpha A55, the A57 marries an updated set of specifications with an enthusiast-oriented body. The What Digital Camera Sony Alpha A57 review finds out if the partnership is a success
|Focusing performance, electronic level indicators, class-leading burst rate
|Handful of operational grievances, dated menu system, occasional underexposure
Sony's SLT concept began life as little more than a minor deviation from the DSLR norm, with a fixed translucent mirror in place of the traditional reflex type, and an electronic viewfinder immediately polarising opinion. Today, however, SLT models, such as the Sony Alpha A57, constitute the majority of Sony's Alpha range, and its here where new technologies are first surfacing.
Sony A57 review - Features
The latest addition to the Alpha family is the Sony Alpha A57, which technically replaces the well-regarded A55 model but externally resembles the enthusiast-level A65. It adheres to a similar idea as the A55, but pushes through a raft of minor improvements across all aspects of the specification set, while also debuting a couple innovative features, the likes of which we've come to expect from Sony.
One of these is Auto Portrait Framing, which crops a captured image of a person to a composition satisfying the rule of thirds. So, rather than have a subject in the centre of an image, the function will crop out a version where the subjects eyes are along one of the intersections defined by the rule. This is then interpolated back up to the resolution of the original image using Sony's By Pixel Super Resolution Technology, and saved alongside the captured one.
The By Pixel Super Resolution Technology, which has featured in the company's previous Cyber-Shot models, is also at the heart of the 2x Clear Image Zoom feature, which is said to double the effective length of a mounted lens while maintaining the camera's full resolution.
On that subject, the Sony Alpha A57 makes use of the NEX 5N's 16.1MP Exmor R CMOS sensor; although this offers no advantage in resolution over the 16MP sensor found in the A55, its partnering with the latest generation BIONZ processor is said to nevertheless bring benefits with regards to image quality.
As an SLT model, the Sony Alpha A57 offers an electronic viewfinder in place of an optical one, with 1.44million dots and a 100% view of the scene. In addition to its minor increase in resolution over the A55's finder, it also employs revised optical components which allow a variable eyepoint from 23.1mm and 25.2mm. The 3in LCD screen, meanwhile, is sized to the 4:3 aspect ratio and equipped with 921,000 dots, with the option of pivoting the display around a base joint for less conventional capture.
Sony has made an number of additional changes on the inside of the Sony Alpha A57, some of which may not be apparent if simply glancing at the camera's specifications. The 15-point AF module, for example, remains from the A55, although it's claimed to benefit from revised Object Tracking AF algorithms to keep a lock on moving subjects.
The Sony Alpha A57's burst mode has also been increased to offer 8fps as standard, and 10fps in the Continuous Priority AE option which keeps the aperture constant between frames. This mode also adds a further 12fps JPEG-only option in conjunction with the camera's Tele Zoom, whereby a 1.4x crop of the centre of the frame is captured (at a reduced resolution) with autofocus adjusted between frames.
The omission of the A55's GPS unit may seem odd on an upgraded model, although this does at least help conserve power.
The use of the same NP-FM500H battery as the A65 is also said to allow the camera to last for a respectable 590 frames when using the LCD screen, and 40 less with the viewfinder, although such figures are always subject to a range of other variables. As with other Alpha models, the Sony Alpha A57 maintains support for a range of Memory Stick and SD media, including the latest SDXC format.


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Slow Food in Istanbul
14 Jun 13
The Slow Food International Council are meeting in Istanbul from June 14-16 to discuss key strategies for the next year. More than 50 councilors coming from 40 countries, representing all continents, are attending this first meeting of the council since it was restructured at the Slow Food International Congress in 2012.
Slow Food's vice-president Alice Waters, celebrated American chef and food educator, will join the many other international delegates such as agronomist Edward Mukiibi from Uganda, who will provide an update on the Thousand Gardens in Africa project, and Joris Lohman, one of the leaders of the quickly developing Slow Food Youth Network.
The meeting will serve as the occasion to globally relaunch the Ark of Taste, the Slow Food Foundation for Biodiversity project to catalogue foods at risk of disappearing. With the help of local convivia and communities, Slow Food will be focusing its efforts on identifying traditional products tied to specific regions and increasing Ark nominations.
The choice of Istanbul as the host city for the council meeting marks Slow Food's new focus on emerging countries. With four convivia (local groups), Istanbul symbolizes the recent success in growing the network in new regions. Slow Food has been working in Turkey and across the Balkans through the Essedra project to identify and protect local products that can support rural development.
With recent events in Istanbul, especially at Gezi Park, Slow Food expresses its support of the protesters' pleas. In the past week, some of our members in Turkey have joined in to support the construction of a vegetable garden in the park: to continue the fight to protect the few remaining green areas of the city as well as promote the idea of a more sustainable development through democratic participation.
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Olympia, WA - The new Cascade Conference format of back-to-back games is a wise decision financially but for teams who have to rely on speed, like Evergreen's State Women's Basketball team, double headers can be torture.
Wednesday night the Geoducks played host to first year program Oregon Tech and struggled to a 36-56 loss, their second consecutive conference loss, tenth of the year.
"We could not find any rhythm tonight," explained Evergreen head coach Monica Heuer. "Everyone was going way too fast."
Although Evergreen had a higher shooting percentage (40%) to OIT 37% in the first half, they took thirteen less shots while pulling down only four offensive rebounds to Oregon Tech fourteen. That alone explained the thirteen point deficit, 35-22, the Geoducks found themselves in at half time.
In the second half Evergreen's offense fell apart, missing all eight of their three point attempts, hitting 6-of-30 shots from the field, and converting 33% of their free throws.
Bright spots for the Geoducks were Shiante Reed's (Tacoma, WA/Foss HS) 11 points and freshman Karen Cale (Tumwater, WA/Black Hills HS) first ten rebound night.
"Tonight was a different loss from Tuesday night," said coach Heuer. "We have not found a consistent scorer yet and it is hurting us."
Returning to the line-up tonight following was junior transfer Danyeil Woods (Detroit, MI/River Ridge HS), who missed the last seven games due to an ankle injury.
"Having Woods backs should help us find some consistency in our scoring," Heuer added.
One game remains of the schedule for the women's team (Saturday, Jan 21st, in Portland, Ore, against Lewis & Clark College) before Christmas break.
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Twenty-seven Brazilian students were scooped up and flown to Savannah, Georgia, Saturday by the Brazilian Consulate in Atlanta. Sources tell us many students became concerned about their safety after an armed robbery in front of the dining hall November 9th.
JSU spokesman Eric Stringfellow calls it a was a random act likely committed by armed robbers from off campus.
"We want to close down some streets that make it into campus," said Stringfellow. "We think it's still too easy to get on and off campus; we want to address that."
Campus patrols have been beefed up and bike patrols have resumed.
Word of the incident has spread to other campuses. Millsaps College is home to 30 international students. Spokesman John Sewell talked with us about the incident.
"I certainly hope we can take this and learn from it," said Sewell. "But have those students come back and have others come here as well."
We were unable to reach to the Brazilian Consulate in Atlanta for comment on their concerns.
JSU said they wished the outcome had been different adding they had no records of any complaints about the international students safety.
"So far we have found no evidence any particular nationality or group has been targeted by anyone," said Stringfellow. "These all appear to be random acts."
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A common, benign virus may be a more powerful foe of some cancer cells than previously thought. Research has indicated that the virus, adeno-associated virus type 2 (AAV2), can inhibit the growth of some cancer cells and, in some cases, cause cell death (apoptosis). But researchers from Penn State University recently reported at the annual meeting of the American Society for Virology that, in laboratory cultures, AAV2 entirely wiped out cancer cells of four different types: cervical, squamous cell, breast, and prostate, while leaving healthy epidermal cells intact.
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AAV2, which is estimated to have infected 80 to 90 percent of the U.S. population, appears to recognize the cancer cells as being abnormal, the researchers contend, although they still don't know how or why it takes 6 days before apoptosis sets in.
"With the cervical cancer lines, AAV2 doesn't care if it's preneoplastic or invasive," Dr. Meyers continues. "So it has to be something that happens early in the carcinogenic process. But whatever it is, it remains into the invasive stage."
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There are so many of them out there to choose from – classic to obscure, musical to black and white to blockbuster hit, there's a holiday film for almost every taste and preference.
I, of course, love the well-known Christmas classics. But I also have a soft spot for some lesser-known films that fit the holiday genre. Here, in no particular order, are some of my favorites:
1. In The Good Old Summertime. Kind of counterintuitive, isn't it, that a film with "Summertime" in the title is actually a Christmas movie? But the climactic ending to this musical precursor to You've Got Mail is set at Christmas, and Van Johnson and Judy Garland are simply brimming over with sexual tension as they realize they're penpals in love with each other.
2. The Man Who Came To Dinner. Hysterically funny script, talented cast, and crackling dialogue make this one a keeper. It was adapted from the stage, but manages to translate to the screen quite well.
3. The Lemon Drop Kid. One of my husband's favorites, we like to watch it over the Christmas break. Bob Hope in one of his funniest roles as a small time con artist who has to raise money quick – at Christmas time – to pay back a mobster.
4. While You Were Sleeping. I know it's not particularly obscure, but it does tend to get overlooked when people are thinking of Christmas movies. Sandra Bullock and Bill Pullman are adorable in it.
5. Meet Me In St Louis. Yes, another Judy Garland film to round out the list. But how could I leave off the film that brought us "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas"? (And my favorite audition piece from my theater days, "The Trolley Song".)
So how about you? What's your favorite Christmas/holiday movie? What should I add to my "to watch" list this year?
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I LOVE this topic! Christmas is my favorite!! There are movies that we HAVE to watch every year as well. It's so nice because we end every day of bussel and shopping and work watching a beloved classic while we wrap or just snuggle in front of the t.v. Here are a few of our not so obvious must sees at Christmas.
Like you Meet me in St Louis is a MUST
Little Women, the one with Elizabeth Taylor is our pick and in my opinion the best.
A Pocket Full of Miracles… This is Bette Davis at her absolute BEST as Apple Annie and Glenn Ford shines as Dave the Dude..it's a Christmas miracle of a movie that is my Dad's favorite and I never go a year without watching it.
Die Hard… when the sugary sweetness gets too much a nice dose of Alan Rickman and Bruce Willis blowing up a Christmas party gives us a break.
Leathal Weapon… same as Die Hard… most people don't stop to think about it, but it's a Christmas movie and I love it.
And although it's not obscure it is not very well known I've discovered…Scrooged with Bill Murray… Absolutely LOVE this one. Watching Carol Kan beat the snot outta Bill as the Ghost of Christmas present is the funniest thing EVER.
Merry Christmas!
I'm addicted to made-for-TV holiday movies. I can't help it. I will sit around in my pajamas every weekend during November and December and watch them. My personal favorite is Like Father, Like Santa, with Harry Hamlin playing the resentful son of Santa who must learn to embrace his ho ho heritage. And I second the Die Hard! I watch it every year!
I, too, love talking about holiday movies. Some of your list I haven't heard of, so will add them to my TBWatched list. I love old favorites, like White Christmas, and newer ones. My favorite is called Christmas Comes To Willow Creek and stars the Dukes of Hazzard boys (Tom Wopat and John Schneider). Great feel-good movie for the holiday. I also count Sound of Music as something I watch this time of year, but I don't know why.
I love While You Were Sleeping. And Die Hard–yes! Great Christmas flick. My favorite, though, is The Bishop's Wife–the 1947, B&W version starring Cary Grant, Loretta Young and David Niven. The "special effects" are nothing like we're used to, but somehow that just adds to the appeal.
Yay! More movies to add to my watch list! Lainey, I love that Bette Davis is on your list with A Pocket Full of Miracles, because she's on mine, too! She's the ingenue in The Man Who Came To Dinner. Never would have tagged her as a Christmas movie actress, but there you go!
Suleikha, I love that movie! Thanks for the reminder! (And Die Hard was actually on my list originally. I should have left it there!)
Laurie, I've never seen the Willow Creek movie, but as a faithful watcher of Dukes of Hazzard in my youth, it sounds like one to check out.
And PG! I've always meant to watch The Bishop's Wife, but never have. Maybe this should be the year to see it!
I'm so glad you mentioned "While You Were Sleeping"! That's one of my favourites for wintertime viewing. Another one is "Love, Actually". It's a wonderful film that's incredibly under-rated, IMO. Plus, after you watch it, watch it with the commentary. Hilarious!
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commemoration planned
In remembrance of Pearl Harbor, the Daytona Navy League will feature Sweetwater Elementary Peli-Cans & Chorus at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 7, at Halifax River Yacht Club, 331 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach.
There will be music and a Toys For Tots collection.
Please bring a new unwrapped toy to be distributed locally by the U.S. Marine Reserve to less fortunate area children. Also, the 2013 Daytona Navy League Officers and Board Directors will be sworn in. This event is open to veterans and public.
For more information, call (386) 255-7859.
University women to meet
The December meeting of the American Association of University Women Daytona Beach Branch will be Saturday, Dec. 8.
A Holiday Social will take place from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in the Crowne Room of the Island Crowne Condominium, 1900 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach.
A $15 donation will benefit the association's local scholarship program. For more information and reservations, call (386) 767-5927.
Run for Hope
The third annual Grassroots Giving Run for Hope 5K will be at 8 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at Destination Daytona Coca-Cola Pavilion, 1635 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach.
Registration will begin at 7 a.m. Cost to register is $20 if made by Dec. 5 and $30 after Dec. 5.
There will be a kid's zone at the run.
For more information, call (386) 323-9916 or register at www.active.com.
Hometown News columnist speaking at museum
The Halifax Historical Museum History at the Halifax lecture series will continue at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at 252 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach.
Hometown News columnist Dan Smith will speak about writing and fishing in Halifax country.
Coffee will be served at 10 a.m. The lecture will begin at 10:30 a.m.
Admission is $5 for members and $6 for non-members. Reservations are not required.
For more information, call (386) 255-6976.
Ormond Beach library announces December programs
Library patrons can find more than just books at the Ormond Beach Regional Library, which is planning a variety of free programs in December.
oRight whales: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8. Learn about Marineland's Right Whale Project in which residents are teaming with scientists to protect North Atlantic Right Whales in their calving and wintering waters off the coast of northeastern Florida.
o How to write a business plan: 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8. A representative from SCORE will explain why you need a business plan, what it should look like, how to build it, and the importance of an executive summary.
Reservations are not required. For more information, call (386)676-4191.
Poker run to benefit Domestic Abuse Council
The second annual Christmas Poker Run to benefit children and adults who receive services from the Domestic Abuse Council will be on Saturday, Dec. 8.
The poker run is sponsored by the Circus Bar 2 at 1700 Ridgewood Ave. in Holly Hill.
There will be several stops with breakfast and sign up at 9: a.m. at the Circus Bar 2 and continue on to Chris' Lounge, The Smokehouse Saloon, The Hideout, Babes Blue Room and finishing at Circus Bar 2 for an afternoon meal.
To participate the cost is $10 per biker and $5 for an extra rider. There will be games and activities and prizes along the way.
To register, call (386) 868-8323 or (386) 672-4242.
Food Addicts in Recovery to meet
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is available to those who suffer from food obsession, overeating, undereating and bulimia. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins at meetings. There are six meetings in Volusia County.
For more information call (386) 258-0610 or visit www.foodaddicts.org.
Caregiver support group planned
The Council on Aging of Volusia County will host a dementia caregiver support group at 9:15 a.m.
Monday, Dec. 10, at United Presbyterian Church
730 Beville Road, Daytona Beach.
Respite Care is provided at all Council on Aging support groups for those in the early to mid-stage of dementia.
Reservations are not required.
For more information, call (386) 253-4700, Ext. 204.
Genealogical society to meet
The Halifax Genealogical Society will meet at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, at the Ormond Beach Library, 30 S. Beach St.
The program will be "Celebrating 20 Years -- Highlighting The Halifax Genealogical Society's 20 Years of Promoting Interest in Genealogical Research."
Installation of officers and directors for 2013 also will take place.
There will be no genealogical class this month.
Visitors are welcome.
For more information, call (386) 672-3806.
Meeting with the manager
The next meeting with the city of Ormond Beach manager will be from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, in the Training Room at City Hall, 22 S. Beach St.
Everyone is invited to attend these informal sessions to express his or her ideas, comments and suggestions.
Walk with the Manager
Walking with the Manager will be from 8 to 9 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14, at the entrance to The Casements.
From The Casements, the walk will go east on Casements Drive, then south on South Halifax Drive, and then east on Mulberry and Byron Ellinor Drives to Fire Station 91 on A1A and then return to The Casements. The entire walk is about two miles.
The city's Acting Fire Chief, Bob Mandarino, will be the City Manager's "guest walker" and will answer questions from the group.
Citizens are invited to join the city manager and the acting fire chief for a walk, sharing their comments and suggestions.
Items needed for seniors
Cedar Oaks and Highlands Manor are collecting items for its seniors this holiday season.
These are senior citizen apartments that are income based and subsidized by HUD. The majority of the residents do not have local family. All of the residents are on a fixed income and most struggle from month to month.
Needed items include toiletries, gift cards, slippers and pharmacy gift certificates.
Items may be dropped off at Cedar Oaks, 668 LPGA Blvd., Holly Hill, or at Highlands Manor, 956 Derbyshire Road, Daytona Beach.
Holiday parties will be Dec. 18, so items are needed before then.
For more information, call (386) 451-0813.
Fundraiser benefits animals
Ormond Beach Elks Lodge 285 will celebrate its 7th annual Santa Paws fundraiser to benefit A.R.N.I from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, at 285 Wilmette Ave., Ormond Beach.
There will be a buffet and karaoke. For admittance to the event, participants should bring dog or cat food, cat litter, tyoes, treats, bedding or newspaper.
All money raised will go to A.R.N.I. For more inforamtion, call (386) 677-7180.
Donations needed
Community Partnership for Children is in need of business and families to adopt children for its toy drive and grant their holiday wishes.
For more information or to make a donation, call (386) 566-6935 or e-mail email@example.com
Community service award nominations sought
UCP/WORC is accepting nominations for the Schwartz Family Community Service Award. The award is named for Vance and Geraldine "Jerry" Schwartz, who opened the Work Oriented Rehabilitation Center in 1969.
The award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated a commitment and dedication to assisting people with disabilities.
The deadline is Dec. 15.
Nomination packets are available to download online at www.ucpword.org or by calling Georgeann Luxion, UCP/WORC director of relationships and development, at (386) 523-1398.
Christmas concert slated
A Christmas concert will be at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, at Ormond Beach Presbyterian Church.
It will feature the Chancel Choir and Stetson Faculty Brass directed by Director of Music Norris Williams.
A free-will offering will be received. There will be a reception immediately following the concert in the Haddad Fellowship Center.
For information, call (386) 441-0300.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority awards scholarships
This year, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Gamma Mu Omega Chapter, awarded $8,000 in academic scholarships to Daytona Beach area college-bound students.
Eight $1,000 scholarships were presented to the following Daytona Beach area students: Dymond Anthony, Tyra Fennell, DeAngelo Howard, Jade McCrary, Siarrah Davis, Montre Carson, Ricardo Spencer and Marissa Moss.
Hilton Daytona Beach Resort/Ocean Walk Village to give thanks to the USO
The Hilton Daytona Beach Resort/Ocean Walk Village is showing gratitude and appreciation this holiday season to all of the USO heroes who risk their lives in the line of duty to protect our country by donating a proceeds of sales from their spa, restaurants and bars.
On Dec. 25, there will be a holiday all-you-can-eat buffet and $5 of every adult and senior meal sold will go to the USO.
Reservations are recommended at 386.254.8200, Ext. 8054. Complimentary valet parking will be available.
Also, the hotel will offer its special HEROES rate, which is 50 percent off the best available rate for all active duty, reservist and retired men and women of America's law enforcement, firefighters and armed forces.
For more information, visit daytonahilton.com or call (386) 254-8200.
Gift-wrapping available
The Daytona Beach Chapter of Hadassah,
The Women's Zionist Organization of America, will once again have its annual gift-wrapping booth at Volusia Mall, 1700 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach.
The booth will be inside at the entrance to Macy's Department Store from Nov. 30 to Dec. 24, during mall hours.
Proceeds go to Hadassah Hospital. They treat everyone regardless of ethnicity.
This booth is operated by Volunteer's from Hadassah who have been wrapping gifts at Volusia Mall, at holiday time, for more than 30 years.
St. Vincent de Paul Orlando welcomes vehicle donations
Whether it's a late-model sedan or an old clunker -- or anything in between -- St. Vincent de Paul Orlando welcomes any vehicle donation.
All proceeds from local donations are used to support the charity work of St. Vincent de Paul in Central Florida.
Donating any used car, truck, motorcycle, boat, or recreational vehicle -- working or non-working -- is completely hassle-free and can be easily scheduled by calling (800) 322.8284 or visiting svdpusacars.com.
All donations are tax deductible and a tax receipt can be issued, if necessary.
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Safety will again take center stage as the 2007 S-Class will be the first Mercedes to offer its second-generation Presafe system featuring BrakeAssist Plus. The system uses radar to sense vehicles ahead and will sound an alarm if cars get too close. When the system senses an impending impact, BrakeAssist Plus can calculate the brakeforce needed to stop the car safely and apply it as soon as the driver presses the brake pedal.
Like the current lineup, the 2007 Mercedes S-Class is expected to be offered with two V8 engine options, both slightly larger and more powerful than the current 4.3-liter and 5.0-liter power plants.
Mercedes introduced high performance variable-valve-timing quad-cam 4-valve V8 in the 1990 SL500 and continued through 1998. Chrysler era cost reductions replaced these engines with lower performance 3-valve V8s in the 1999 - 2006 SL500s, including the V8 offerings in every other 2006 model. The 3-valve engines offer the same EPA fuel economy with less power and less torque compared to the 1990 - 1998 4-valve engines. Of course marketers promoted this downgrade as some sort of benefit. Even the six-cylinder models stepped back to simpler technology and lower performance.
S-Class Models
- S350 Sedan
- Engine: 3.7 L 18-valve V6 engine making 241 hp at 5800 rpm
- S430 Sedan
- Engine: 4.3 L 24-valve V8 engine making 275 hp at 5750 rpm
- S500 Sedan
- Engine: 5.0 L 24-valve V8 engine making 302 hp at 5600 rpm
- S600 Sedan
- Engine: 5.5 L twin-turbocharged 36-valve V12 engine making 493hp SAE net) at 5000 rpm
Pedestrian protection: Not just a question of compliance with crash-test regulations for Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz has long been committed to protecting pedestrians and cyclists/ motorcyclists. Many of the actions and safety measures taken over the past decades have their origins in Mercedes-Benz initiatives. Smooth body surfaces, energy-absorbing bumpers, laminated windscreens, folding exterior mirrors, rounded door handles and recessed windscreen wipers are just a few of the char-acteristics of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars which help protect pedestrians.
The new S-Class builds on this already high standard of safety with additional protective measures. The underside of the bonnet has been designed for programmed deformation and impact-energy absorption in the event of an accident with a pedestrian. A newly developed "yielding" hinge supports the deformation of the bonnet and also helps to reduce injuries to pedestrians and cyclists/ motorcyclists. The front wings of the new Mercedes saloon are attached to the upper longitudinal members by means of a special fixing element. This has precisely calculated rigidity characteristics and is programmed to give way in the event of an impact.
The deformation space between the bonnet and the engine components beneath it – an important factor in accidents where there is contact between the pedestrian's head and the bonnet – has been increased in two ways: firstly, through the new outer contour of the saloon, the front section of which is some 22 millimetres higher than the predecessor model. Secondly, the engine, shock-absorber towers, reservoirs and control gear have been fitted up to 13 millimetres lower. The Mercedes engineers have also reduced the overall height of the windscreen-wiper system, thereby increasing the deformation space. Another pedestrian-oriented safety feature is to be found in the front bumper of the new S-Class which features a flush, foam-filled spoiler edge which ensures early and even support in a collision.
Pedestrian protection thanks to Brake Assist
In the sphere of active safety, too, the new S-Class is equipped with highly effective systems which can help to avoid accidents with pedestrians. One such system is the standard-fit Brake Assist, which interprets a given speed of brake-pedal actuation as indicative of an emergency situation and builds up the maximum braking assistance within fractions of a second. This can significantly shorten the vehicle's stopping distance - by up to 45 per cent, for example, when the vehicle is travelling on a dry road at a speed of 100 km/h.
Brake Assist not only helps prevent rear-end collisions but also makes an effective contribution to protecting pedestrians. This was demonstrated by a study conducted by Mercedes-Benz with a driving simulator, in which 55 car drivers took a simulated drive through a town at a speed of 50 km/h, during which a child suddenly ran into the street. The only way to avoid hitting the child was to initiate an emergency braking manoeuvre. The test showed that drivers supported by Brake Assist had far fewer accidents than those drivers who did not have the system; the overall accident rate was reduced by 26 percentage points through the use of Brake Assist.
The launch of the new S-Class also marks the world premiere of an enhanced version of Brake Assist: Brake Assist PLUS. This functions as an anticipatory system which provides drivers with even more effective support in critical situations. Based on radar technology, the system scans the area ahead of the vehicle and calculates the necessary brake force assistance if there is a risk of a collision. If the driver operates the brake pedal, the new Brake Assist PLUS system instantly builds up the braking pressure required to manage the situation. While the conventional Brake Assist system requires a reflex activation of the brake pedal, the new system recognises the driver's intention to brake when he or she puts clear pressure on the pedal, after which it automatically optimises the braking pressure. One of the key preconditions for preventing collisions is thus fulfilled: the best possible deceleration for the situation in hand.
Night view assist for greater safety in the dark
According to German accident statistics, more than 55 percent of accidents resulting in pedestrian fatalities occur at night or in semi-darkness at dawn or dusk. This is why Mercedes-Benz is committed to helping drivers see better in the dark. The new S-Class is equipped with powerful projection-beam headlamps – with optional bi-xenon technology – which play an important role in this respect. The Stuttgart-based car manufacturer offers bi-xenon technology in combination with the Active Light System and the cornering light function which illuminate areas around the vehicle which are left in darkness by normal headlamps. These features make an effective contribution to the prevention of pedestrian accidents at intersections and junctions.
Night view assist, a world first for Mercedes-Benz is being premiered in the S-Class. Based on infrared light technology, the system is available in combination with bi-xenon headlamps and the Active Light System. This unique package of the best and most effective lighting technology currently available is one of the defining features of the new Mercedes flagship model. In the dark, the newly developed night view assist system provides the driver with a much greater range of vision than conventional low-beam headlamps, enabling the course of the road, pedestrians, cyclists and obstacles to be seen much sooner.
Mercedes engineers examined the capabilities of this technology in a series of trials. During comparative test drives with low-beam bi-xenon headlamps and the new night view assist system, the test drivers recognised obstacles in the road much sooner when assisted by the infrared light system. During tests, drivers were already able to discern roadside test dummies dressed in light-coloured clothing at a range of around 210 metres, which is about 41 metres sooner than with low-beam bi-xenon headlamps. The system proves even more effective in the case of pedestrians in dark clothing. In these situations the night view assist system already enabled the drivers to identify the test dummies at a range of around 164 metres, but only at about 72 metres when driving with low-beam bi-xenon headlamps alone. This represents a safety improvement of no less than 125 percent.
Even when the headlamps of oncoming vehicles dazzle the driver and severely obscure the view, visibility is much better with this assistance system: a test dummy in light-coloured clothing standing at the road edge 50 metres behind an oncoming vehicle was detected from an average distance of 140 metres with the help of night view assist – around 53 metres sooner than with low-beam bi-xenon headlamps.
New Mercedes S-Class fitted as S-Guard special protection vehicle before leaving the plant
Mercedes-Benz is rounding out the new S-Class series with an armoured special protection version. Because the new S-Guard's protective features are integrated into the vehicle before it leaves the production plant, it offers an unsurpassed level of protection against terrorist attacks and the threat of violent crime. Such top-quality protection is impossible to provide by retrofitting a vehicle with armour. Customers will be able to purchase the new model — the Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard with a 12-cylinder engine — beginning in 2006.
With the new S-Guard, Mercedes-Benz is continuing an uninterrupted tradition of developing special protection vehicles that stretches back almost 80 years. Following the principle of integrated special protection, specialists with many years of experience in protection technology will be producing the new top model in the Guard family of vehicles in Sindelfingen. In accordance with this principle, the protective elements for the doors, rear wall, side components, roof lining and bulkhead are not installed in a vehicle after it rolls off the production line; they are integrated into the vehicle's body right from the start in a separate production process. This also makes it possible to include all the protective reinforcements in the body structure from the start. The higher weight of these protective elements ensures that the body will have the same high quality that is a hallmark of Mercedes-Benz series models. This results in the highest degree of comprehensive protection while maintaining the characteristic Mercedes standards of production quality, even in parts of the vehicle that would be nearly impossible to access afterwards.
Outstanding comfort and superior performance
The integration of the protective elements causes virtually no reduction of the new S-Class' interior space, which provides all passengers with first-class luxury, outstanding comfort and superior performance. The generous dimensions of the chassis components and brakes ensure that the Mercedes-Benz S-Guard saloon displays handling properties almost identical to series models so that the driver always enjoys an optimal driving experience. In addition, the chassis design ensures that the level of comfort typical of Mercedes-Benz is undiminished, despite the higher weight.
The Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard's enhanced 12-cylinder biturbo engine (380 kW/517 hp) offers dynamic power reserves, giving the luxury saloon the sports car-like performance needed to escape any dangerous situation as quickly as possible.
The Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard provides protection that meets the specifications of the B6/B7 protection standard, which is the maximum level. Military-grade small arms fire cannot penetrate the vehicle's armour, which also protects occupants from hand grenade shrapnel and other explosive devices. Additional security features include tyres with run-flat properties, a self-sealing fuel tank and an alarm system for endangered occupants.
A look at the exterior of the new special protection saloon gives hardly any indication of its impressive security features. That is because discretion is a top priority, in addition to confidentiality, reliability and quality. And prominent figures all over the world value the ability to travel incognito, which they also can enjoy in the new Mercedes-Benz S-Guard.
With all the pioneering developments of the new S-Class
The Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard is equipped with the same technological innovations that make the Mercedes flagship model the standard-setting vehicle for all passenger car development and the world's best-selling luxury saloon. These innovations include important new developments such as Brake Assist PLUS in combination with DISTRONIC PLUS with radar sensors, the new COMAND-APS and the preventive PRE-SAFE-occupant protection with additional functions. In addition, the S-Guard's agile handling and maximum level of comfort guarantee unsurpassed driving performance.
S-Class is "Fleet Car of the Year 2006"
With this award this specialist magazine recognises the outstanding technology that has made the Mercedes flagship model an example for the entire field of car development. In autumn 2005 around one dozen technical innovations available in no other automobile entered series production with the new S-Class. These include Brake Assist PLUS with radar sensors, the preventive PRE-SAFE occupant protection system with additional functions, Night View Assist with infra-red technology and DISTRONIC PLUS with a further increase in operating range.
Outstanding long-distance comfort is ensured by the running gear with a further development of the AIRMATIC air suspension as standard, and by the new dynamic multicontour seat with an enhanced massage function. Another milestone in car technology is the Active Body Control suspension system (standard in the S 600), which has been even further improved for the S-Class. As a result the luxury saloon enters new dimensions in handling dynamics, while offering an equally tangible benefits in terms of ride comfort.
The engines for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class are new or further developments which offer up to 26 more output and up to 15 percent more torque than their predecessors. Fuel consumption is up to nine percent lower. Moreover, the S-Class is the world's first automobile to achieve an environmental certification. This confirms the environmentally oriented product development of the luxury saloon, where significant advances have been made in ecologically important areas. The exhaust emissions of the S 350 are up to 85 percent below the current EU-4 limits.


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More women have been having mastectomies to treat early stage breast cancer at the Mayo Clinic since 2004 than during the previous 6 years, according to an analysis of surgeries done at the clinic between 1997 and 2006. While the reasons for the apparent shift are not known, the rise in mastectomy rates marks a reversal—radical surgery to remove the breast had been in decline in the United States, and at the clinic.
The findings, published online July 27 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, appear at a time when many in the field are wondering about the role of mastectomy in this disease. Read more > >
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Five years ago, NCI launched the cancer Biomedical Informatics Grid (caBIG) as a pilot program to develop an electronic data infrastructure system for cancer research. It was an ambitious vision to create the world's largest biomedical research "highway." Last week, at the caBIG annual meeting, we had the opportunity to see just how successful this effort has become in a very short time.
Through caBIG, NCI has built an interoperable information network, a platform that supports the exchange of large volumes of research and clinical data, along with the requisite storage and information security that are all too important in an electronic era like today. In addition, caBIG has developed, and now makes freely available, more than 40 software tools that are being applied to basic and clinical research questions related to studying cancer and other diseases—from integrative cancer research tools, to the management of clinical trials, to the inventory, tracking, and clinical annotation of biospecimens. Read more > >
Updated and Expanded Information about the Recovery Act and Challenge Grants
NCI has updated http://www.cancer.gov/recovery, its Web site with the latest information on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The site now includes an overview of the legislation, NCI's research objectives and signature initiatives, recently posted funding announcements, and an overview of awards. The site will be updated regularly. Your interest in the Recovery Act is important, and the institute welcomes your comments and suggestions.
New Lung Cancer Treatment Approach Raises Hopes, DebateTrials point to new treatment approach for some patients with advanced lung cancer, but not everybody convinced
Supportive Care Trials Face Challenge of Scientific and Ethical InadequaciesLack of standardized symptom management reflects issues in clinical practice
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The NCI Cancer Bulletin is produced by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), which was established in 1937. Through basic, clinical, and population-based biomedical research and training, NCI conducts and supports research that will lead to a future in which we can identify the environmental and genetic causes of cancer, prevent cancer before it starts, identify cancers that do develop at the earliest stage, eliminate cancers through innovative treatment interventions, and biologically control those cancers that we cannot eliminate so they become manageable, chronic diseases.
For more information about cancer, call 1-800-4-CANCER or visit http://www.cancer.gov.
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