text:
No rating
GreatSchools Rating
Teacher quality
Principal leadership
Parent involvement
Monsignor Donovan just launched a football team! They really do "have it all"! 100% of kids graduating are accepted to college and this year seniors earned over 1 million dollars in scholarship money...WOW!
Monsignor Donovan is a wonderful high school experience for students! It is safe, cozy and the students are nice! Academics are really hard, but there is so much support from teachers and staff, the students can and will be very prepared for college. The Athletics are awesome and the all around community is just such a pleasure to be a part of. We love it!
I believe that Monsignor Donovan High School is a wonderful learning environment. The teachers encourage each student to look inside themselves, set goals and reach for their potential.
We were VERY pleased with MDCHS! Best school and staff around. This school is more on a personable level. It's like a family. Wouldn't send my high schooler anywhere else. Teachers are very caring and helpful. Small teacher/student ratio is a plus here.
MDCHS has been an answer to our prayers. The entire staff is very caring and helpful to the students. Because it is a new school, with only 44 students, the extracurricular activities at this time is limited. However, they have big plans that I have no doubt will materialise as the school continues to grow.
Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.
The Community Rating is the school's average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.
590 Lavender Rd
Athens, GA 30606
Website: Click here
Phone: (706) 433-0223
To start a new list, click OK. Otherwise click Cancel.
Thank you! You will begin to receive newsletters from us shortly.
Great work! Only one more step. Now we just need you to verify your email address. Please click on the link in the email we just sent you to complete your registration.
Great work! Only one more step. Now we just need you to verify your email address. Please click on the link in the email we just sent you to submit your review.
Please click on the link in the verification email we just sent you to complete your change of email address.
Whoops! It looks like we still need to verify your email. To do so, please click on the link in the email we sent you. Can't find the e-mail? Click the button below and we'll send you a new one.
Thanks for registering. Welcome to GreatSchools, the largest online community committed to improving educational outcomes through parental involvement.
Thanks for verifying your updated email address.
Oops! You haven't verified your email address yet. To do so, please click on the link in the email we sent you. Can't find the email? Click the button below to receive a new one.
Oops! That email verification link has expired. Please click the button below to receive a new one.
Create an account to submit your answers.
Sign in with an existing GreatSchools account or using Facebook:
Your review has been posted to GreatSchools.
Share with friends! Post your opinion of Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School on Facebook.
Welcome to GreatSchools!
For principals and school officials, we offer a special Enhanced School Profile (ESP) which allows you to update and add information about your school, as well as respond to reviews. If you are a school official, click Continue to start.
Please note that it can take up to 48 hours for your comment to be posted to our site. While you're here, we'd like to invite you to fill out a survey on your school's programs, activities, and extracurriculars. It only takes a few minutes and will help parents get a full picture of your school.
Continue to compare the schools you have already selected or Edit schools to change your selection.
Get started now! You have successfully registered and can now start updating your Official School Profile. The information you provide is extremely valuable in helping parents and students learn more about your school, so thanks for taking the time!
Thank you for registering as a school leader. We just need to verify your email address. We've sent you an email - please click on the link in that message to get started editing your school's information!
Thanks! We just sent you an email – please click on the link in the email to post your answers.
Get timely updates for Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School, including performance data and recently posted user reviews.


text:
The 2014 SPIN Online Auction kicked off on March 28th! The auction was originally scheduled to end this Sunday, but we have rescheduled it to end on Wednesday, April 9th, at 11:59PM.
Visit the site and place a bid!
What is SPIN?
Temple's Student Public Interest Network (SPIN) has been helping Temple Law students get involved in public interest legal work since 1992! Our organization achieves this goal by raising funds to provide public interest opportunities for summer public interest work, both by direct donations and through our annual online auctions.
SPIN's Mission
SPIN has three primary goals:
- Support a public interest community at Temple
- Host events and provide volunteering opportunities for students
- Raise money for students doing public interest work over the summer
SPIN's History
SPIN was formed in 1992 to help Temple Law students get funding to be involved in public interest legal work during their law school careers. Ever since, SPIN has sought to ensure that future students would be able to afford to do such valuable work, and to gain the rich experience it offers. Since its inception, SPIN has raised over $200,000, which has been used to make grants to students working for non-profit legal organizations during the summer. The funds are raised through the efforts of Temple Law students in a series of events that culminate with an annual auction.
President and Pro-Bono Chair: Bert Bender
Vice-President/Community Service & Forum Co-Chair: Kate Vengraitis & Randy Vesprey
Treasurer: Kristina Matchin
Fundraising & Events Chair: Amanda King
Live Auction Chair: Abbey Thibeault
Technology/Online Auction Chair: Tyler Wagner
Forum Chair: Anne Marie Gochis & Dina Kopansky
Solicitations Co-Chairs: Ashley Michael & Bridget Henwood

subset: commoncrawl


text:
engage the hearts, hands and minds of employees
- Eddie LeMoine
International Speaker/Author and Employee Engagement Expert
Eddie LeMoine is one of Canada's most sought-after experts on employee engagement, changing demographics, diversity and performance development.
A bestselling author and international speaker, he specializes in leadership, employee attraction and retention and the psychology of success.
Sign up for "Inspire" – our monthly publication designed to give you quick reminders of the tools you need to implement change in your work and personal lives.
var icpForm1120 = document.getElementById('icpsignup1120');
if (document.location.protocol === "https:")
icpForm1120.action = "https://app.icontact.com/icp/signup.php"; function verifyRequired1120() { if (icpForm1120["fields_email"].value == "") { icpForm1120["fields_email"].focus(); alert("The Email field is required."); return false; }
return true;
Email Marketing You Can Trust


text:
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
I heard about Thaurissan on the official forums a while ago and had to see for myself. I rolled a dwarf and ran to IF (which I had no clue where I was going because I only play horde). It was a ghost town. According to the who channel there were 3 people in IF. I never saw anyone though.


text:
Showing available accommodation2 guests USD Change dates
Sorry, we couldn't find any available accommodation that matches your search criteria.
Try removing some filters.
The rash of ger camps have taken over the best camping spots, but if you head out towards the main cluster of camps west of town near the Orkhon Gol you should be able to find somewhere to pitch a tent.
Try removing some filters.


text:
My Journey To Happiness.
Fuck love
Fuck the pain
Fuck depression
Fuck the late nights we spent together
Fuck you for coming too my house when you got kicked out
Fuck you for all the trouble we got in
Fuck you for soaking my pillow with nothing but tears
People think a soulmate is your perfect fit, & that's what everyone wants. But a true soul mate is a mirror, the person who shows you everything that is holding you back, the person who brings you to your own attention so you can change your life. A true soul mate is probably the most important person you'll ever meet, because they tear down your walls and smack you awake. A soul mates purpose is to shake you up, tear apart your ego a little bit, show you your obstacles and addictions, break your heart open so new light can get in, make you so out of control that you have no other option but to transform your life.


text:
Join Now
Join ePHOTOzine, the friendliest photography community.
Upload photos, chat with photographers, win prizes and much more for free!
- «
- ‹
- 1
- ›
- »
Hi all
I bought this ball head:
and realised afterwards that it doesn't have a quick release platform. Already got it scratched so I can't send it back... so is there an optional quick release platform I can buy from somewhere that I can use? I've tried a search but can't find anything :-(
Thanks for your help
One of these might do the trick. I use one on my Manfrotto monopod. Will screw straight on to the top of your new 486 - albeit, making the whole thing, perhaps, a little tall...??
This is the search criteria I used btw Jon.... HiH's...
Mmmm... thanks but it looks a bit tall and heavy :-(
Is there something a bit more portable that would do the job?
Thanks for replying so soon
Just got one of these for my Manfrotto gimbal ( camera support)
That's the puppy! I wasn't aware they produced that as an accessory - useful to know Ray.
( Linky-link )
Thanks a lot, Ephotozine is the best
Will that definitely work on my head then?
To my mind, yes. Having checked my own 488RC2, it appears to be the same as this - just make sure you have the 1/4" to 3/8" screw adaptor fitted on your 486 platform as the bottom of the QR adaptor requires a 3/8" fitting (See the Specifications tab - attachment (bottom) 3/8" female thread )
But to be absolutely sure - use the on-line chat facility after the holiday (Tuesday..??) and have the tech confirm it. The other way of course is to email Manfrotto (Bogen) and have them confirm it
Yes this is the same as your head but with the release plate fitted.
- «
- ‹
- 1
- ›
- »
Add a Comment
ePHOTOzine, the web's friendliest photography community.
Upload photos, chat with photographers, win prizes and much more.


text:
Crushing Earnings Estimates Is Business-as-Usual For This Coal Stock
Bob is a member of The Motley Fool Blog Network -- entries represent the personal opinion of the blogger and are not formally edited.
It's no secret that the coal industry in the United States is under fire. A multitude of industry headwinds, including depressed natural gas prices and ongoing regulatory threats, have brought the entire sector to its knees.
Shares of coal producers, including Peabody Energy (NYSE: BTU) and Alpha Natural Resources (NYSE: ANR), have taken an absolute beating over the past few years. With all this going on, you'd be tempted to think the entire business model is in jeopardy, and to avoid all coal stocks entirely. However, it just so happens that there's one coal stock that's not only surviving the current environment, but thriving, and represents a fantastic buy.
The canary in the coal mine
Meet Alliance Resource Partners (NASDAQ: ARLP), the coal Master Limited Partnership that defies logic by crushing earnings estimates seemingly every quarter.
The $2 billion stock by market capitalization just did it again, this time reporting second-quarter revenues, coal sales volumes, and EBITDA that each set company records.
All told, revenues and increased 4.5% and 7.1% respectively, when compared to the same quarter one year ago.
Furthermore, the future remains extremely bright for Alliance Resource Partners. Along with its second-quarter report, the company upped its revenue, coal sales volume, and net income expectations for the remainder of the year. And, assuming customer deliveries occur as planned, Alliance Resource Partners is fully priced and contracted for its expected 2013 coal sales.
Alliance Resource Partner's strong results and excellent outlook are in stark contrast to the widespread struggles facing other coal companies.
Peabody's second-quarter revenue fell 13%, and its adjusted EBITDA collapsed by 44% versus the same quarter last year. Furthermore, the company's adjusted diluted earnings per share have declined 80% through the first six months of the year.
Not surprisingly, Peabody's deteriorating fundamentals have taken their toll on the stock. Shares of Peabody Energy have lost two-thirds of their value over the past three years.
Meanwhile, Alpha Natural was a $43 stock exactly three years ago, but has dropped nearly 90% in price since that time. The company's fundamentals have deteriorated for many quarters in a row. Alpha Natural reported a second-quarter loss of $185 million, or $0.84 per share.
Alpha's results were ugly across the board. Alpha's margins collapsed and its volumes fell considerably. All told, in the most recent quarter, Alpha realized a margin of $2.72 per ton of coal it sold. That compares to a margin of $6.57 per ton in the same quarter last year.
Coal volumes sold fell a staggering 19%. All told, these factors combined to result in a 28% drop in quarterly revenue.
Not surprisingly, shares of Alpha Natural declined 8% intra-day after its earnings announcement.
The icing on Alliance Resource's cake: a large (and growing) yield
Peabody at least pays its shareholders a dividend, which yields 2% at recent prices. On the subject of dividends, however, Alliance Resource Partners reigns supreme.
As previously mentioned, Alliance Resource Partners is an MLP, meaning it enjoys a favorable tax structure in exchange for distributing the vast majority of its earnings through to unitholders.
This is a huge win for both the company and its investors. And, making things even better, Alliance Resource Partners actually increases its dividend every quarter.
The company bumped up its distribution by 2% this quarter, and on a year-over-year basis, Alliance Resource Partner's $4.61 per-unit distribution is 8.5% higher than it was this time last year.
The increased distribution represents the 21st consecutive quarterly bump up in a row. Alliance Resource's new payout represents a 6.1% yield at recent prices for new investors.
Consider the future income made possible by a 6% yielding stock with 8.5% annualized dividend growth. I've owned Alliance Resource Partners and have written several times about the company, recommending it for all investors. In the time I have owned units, my cost basis is down to $54.56 per share due to a low entry price and reinvestment of those fat distributions. With the new annualized payout of $4.61 per unit, my yield on cost is all the way up to 8.5%.
Foolish investors with a long time horizon can reap huge future rewards with Alliance Resource Partners. The stock is quite simply a great buy.
Robert Ciura owns shares of Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.. The Motley Fool recommends Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Is this post wrong? Click here. Think you can do better? Join us and write your own!


text:
On Saturday March 24th, Ally and the Woebots played a gig at Old California Coffee House & eatery in San Marcos Ca and packed the house with fans! The Woebots, an alternative band, consisting of Candice on Lead Guitar and vocals, Susan on Bass Guitar and back up vocals and Old Cal Coffee's very own "Ally" on the drums. It was a great night as many of Old Cal Coffee's locals came out to support Ally, Who has worked at Old Cal Coffee longer than we have owned the place, so she is VERY Well liked at the coffee house and has a ton of fans!
These girls are amazing! Take a look at this video clip from their March 24th performance at Old Cal Coffee in San Marcos Ca. I also caught the tail end of this second clip below… Take a listen to Susan and Candice sing off the harmonies and play & sing back and forth together!


text:
Laksam News — Be with us 24/7
content violation
You can write your comment.
This website has a content focused on advertisement on the net, ajkal, ajkal, ajker kagoj, ajker kagoj, akhon, akhon, aktel, amader shomay, amar desh, amar desh, anando bazar, anando bazar, anannya, anannya, bangla, bangla, bangla, bangla boi, bangla ebook, bangla khobor, bangla link, bangla live, bangla live, bangla music download, bangla natok, bangla news, bangla news, bangla news, bangla news, bangla news, bangla news and indian bangla news papers links amader shomai, bangla news paper, bangla newspaper, bangla newspaper, bangla newspaper, bangla potrika, bangla reportar, bangla reportar, bangla uponnyash, bangladesh, bangladesh, bangladesh, bangladesh business, bangladesh media, bangladesh news, bangladesh news, bangladesh newspaper, bangladesh newspaper, bangladesh politics, bangladesh sports, bangladeshi, bangladeshi, bangladeshi newspaper, banglalink, banglanews, banglanews24.com, bartaman sambad, bartaman sambad, bbc, bbc, bd news, bd news 24, bd newspaper, bdnews, bdnews 24, bdnews24, bdnews24.com, bengali, bengali, bengali daily newspaper, bengali news, bengali news, bengali newspaper, bengali newspaper, betar, bhorer kagoj, bhorer kagoj, bnp, btcl, business, business news, buy and sell, buy sell, buy-sell, canvas, canvas, culture, current news, current news, current news, daily news, daily news paper in bangladesh, daily newspaper, daily newspaper, daily newspapers of bangladesh, dell, dhaka, dhaka, dhaka news, dhaka stock exchange, dorpon, dse, education, eid messages, eid messages, eurobangla, eurobangla, family, foreign education, foreign exchange rate, foreign exchange rate, free ad, free ad on the net, free advertisement, ganashakti, ganashakti, garments, grameen phone, grameenphone, health, health, higher education, horoscope, horoscope, ict, indian newspaper, inqulab, inqulab, it, ittefaq, ittefaq, ittefaq, jai jai din, jaijai din, jaijai din, janakhanta, janakhanta, jugantor, jugantor, khabaror antarale, khabaror antarale, kishortarokalok, kishortarokalok, laksam, laksamnews, manabjamin, topics. We detected general outline is largest news agency from comilla.
This website can definately use power of social media to reach more people.
To define success and accessiblity of this site, we checked it on Alexa and world rank result is 1338781. Most of visitors are from . An average user spends 10 seconds on laksamnews.com and views aproximately 2 pages. Google values this website with number 0 / 9.
laksamnews.com's homepage html output is more than 2 KB. We had a close look to its HTML structure and found out homepage has more than 20 code lines and it contains no error. A clean HTML, which means error-free structure and higher content/code ratio is search engine friendly as it is also user friendly.
Linking is an important step on website building. A good internal link web can bring you more search engine indexes and it will also increase your page visits as well as users will want to spend more time. This page has -1 internal links and -1 external links. Keep in mind that external links are ok, but too many of them will always be problem.
Social media has an important role on being popular as a website. This website got -1 likes on facebook which is not enough. These likes represents real user preferences which is also important for search engines. This domain is shared -1 times by users and clicked 0 times.
lakshadweepislandtours.com is ranked #3521198in the world, with 2 PR. lakshadweep island tours is the most searched query for this domain.
lakshadweeptourpackages.net is ranked #0in the world, with 3 PR. is the most searched query for this domain.
lakshaygoel.com is ranked #17700534in the world, with 0 PR. lakshay goel is the most searched query for this domain.
lakshmi.cz is ranked #5174350in the world, with 0 PR. lakshmi bohyna is the most searched query for this domain.
lakshmibaicollege.com is ranked #0in the world, with 0 PR. is the most searched query for this domain.


text:
Raise Unselfish Children in a Self-Absorbed World
- Friday, July 11, 2008
Meet all of your children's needs, but not all of their desires. Refuse to overindulge your kids in ways like: doing for your kids what they can do for themselves, buying them too much stuff, not expecting them to do chores, not having clear rules, giving them things or experiences that aren't appropriate for their age or interests, giving them things to meet your own needs (such as looking good to others) rather than their needs, giving too much while expecting too little, and neglecting to teach your kids the life skills they need to survive in the world beyond your home. Teach your children the difference between a need and a want. Then make them work for what they want but don't need, such as by doing extra household chores to save money for a certain video game. Help them develop patience. Give them opportunities to learn responsibility by assigning them age-appropriate duties to perform regularly. Make sure that you not only explain how to carry out their duties, but show them how to do so, as well.
Encourage your kids to place their confidence in God rather than in themselves. Help your kids know who they are and Whose they are, learn not to think more highly of themselves than they should, choose to be obedient to God regardless of what it costs them, accept their calls from God, learn to listen to God's voice (such as by reading and memorizing Scripture, and listening to God during prayer), recognize evidence of God at work in the circumstances of their lives, serve God by serving other people (through opportunities you give them), and use their natural talents and spiritual gifts to contribute to others around them and help fulfill God's purposes for their lives.
Cultivate compassion in your children. Fill your kids' hearts with love so that, secure in the knowledge that they are loved themselves, they'll be able to love other people. Choose some of the many different blessings from the Bible and pray them over your children. Aim to show your kids how much you love them through your actions and words every day. Model compassion for them by letting them see you act compassionately toward yourself, them, and others such as your family members and friends. Teach them to get to know people to understand them, and to empathize with their feelings. Help your children learn to look at situations from other people's viewpoints. Teach them to love others. Practice hospitality, such as by inviting people over to your home for meals, opening your home up for youth group meetings, or welcoming houseguests. Do some service projects with your kids, working together to meet a need in your community (such as doing yard work for an elderly neighbor).
Build family togetherness. Strengthen your family's relationships to help your kids increase their sense of security, which will give them the confidence to reach out to others in love. Let them learn from their experiences in your family – through good and bad – that love is choice rather than just a feeling. Eat meals together as often as possible. Work on family projects together throughout the year, from making a time capsule together in January and planting a garden in March to going on a neighborhood treasure hunt in June and thanking important people in your lives in November. Help your kids see how each of their parts in your shared projects contributes to the good of the whole.
Help your kids learn how to forgive. Teach your children how to show remorse, repent, and apologize to others they've wronged. Forgive your kids when they do wrong. Forgive others when they offend you. Ask your kids for forgiveness when you wrong them.
Cultivate generosity and gratitude. Help your kids learn how to live with open hands and open hearts by giving them plenty of opportunities to give to others. Nurture gratitude in your children in ways like giving them less stuff, unplugging their electronics on certain days and doing simple activities together instead, encouraging them to pray prayers of thanksgiving often, and requiring them to write thank-you notes for gifts they receive.
Recently on Parenting
Editors' Picks
Have something to say about this article? Leave your comment via Facebook below!
Listen to Your Favorite Pastors
Add Crosswalk.com content to your siteBrowse available content


text:
28th August 2013
One Direction strip off to auction their clothes in aid of anti-bullying campaign 4
6:06 PM — UK boy band One Direction have teamed up with a US retailer in order to fight bullying, by taking off their clothes, and auctioning them in aid of the cause.
19th July 2013
Tom Daley named Attitude readers' sexiest man in the world, ahead of Beckham and Prince Harry 39
7:22 PM — British Olympic diver Tom Daley has been named the sexiest man in the world by the readers of Attitude magazine in a poll for the magazine's summer special issue.
14th November 2012
US TV executive criticised for calling One Direction 'twinks' 69
9:29 AM — The openly gay Bravo TV executive Andy Cohen raised eyebrows while being interviewed on NBC's Today by labeling the pop group One Direction as "twinks".


text:
- Cast: Emile Hirsch, Rachael Taylor, Olivia Thirlby, Joel Kinnaman, Max Minghella, Dato Bakhtadze, Yuriy Kutsenko, Artur Smolyaninov, Pyotr Fyodorov, Nikolay Efremov
- Director: Chris Gorak
- Writers: Jon Spaihts, Leslie Bohem, M.T. Ahern
- Producers: Timur Bekmambetov, Tom Jacobson, Stephen A. Marinaccio II, Charles Salmon
- Co Producers: Iva Stromilova, Lulu Zezza
- Executive Producer: Monnie Wills
- Castings: Venus Kanani, Mary Vernieu
- Costume Design: Varvara Avdyushko
- D.O.P.: Scott Kevan
- Editors: Fernando Villena, Doobie White
- Makeup: Linda Dvorakova
- Music: Tyler Bates
The story tells of a group of young people who fight to survive in Russia after an alien invasion, the catch being that the aliens are invisible.
Basic Information
- Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
- Filming Locations: Moscow, Russia
- MPAA Warning: Sci-fi action violence and some language
- Production Budget: $50 million
- Production Companies: Regency Enterprises
- Production Schedule: July 18 2010 - October 2010
Featured Articles
2011 Guide Analysis: "Seventy years ago Winston Churchill used that titular phrase in the days before the Nazi army crossed into Russian territory. Now it aptly fits an invasion of a different kind, one where the jackbooted soldiers and German tanks have been replaced by aliens and destructive spacecraft in Summit's $40 million action thriller said to be in the style of "28 Days Later" and shot natively in 3D.
The last release in a wave of alien invasion films of late that began with "Skyline" and continues with "Battle Los Angeles" and "Apollo 18" next year, the big selling point of 'Hour' is the setting. Aside from the various attacks that seem to kick off in the UK in "Doctor Who", films and shows about alien forces attempting to gain a foothold on Earth have always been set either primarily or completely within the United States. Here, both the film's production and the onscreen action takes place entirely in Russia.
The project is helmed by Chris Gorak ("Right at Your Door"), a former production designer and art director turned filmmaker who also penned the currently shooting "Man on a Ledge". Here he's heavily supported by "Night Watch" and "Wanted" director Timur Bekmambetov who is producing and supervising the shoot at his personal studio Bazelevs in Moscow. Though much of Eastern Europe has become a filmmaking mecca since the fall of the Iron Curtain, Hollywood hasn't made much use of Russia as a filming locale which means at least there's a chance of some fresh visuals and location work beyond the confines of Red Square.
The film has been written by three scribes, one (Jon Spaihts) did the script for Ridley Scott's upcoming "Alien" prequel, the other (Leslie Bohem) penned the likes of "Dante's Peak," "The Alamo," "Daylight" and the upcoming "Real Steel". The cast is a healthy international mix of two Yanks (Emile Hirsch, Olivia Thirlby), a Brit (Max Minghella) and an Aussie (Rachael Taylor) in the leading roles with local talent filling out the rest of the cast.
Production was suspended for a planned two weeks due to the extraordinary air pollution caused by heavy smoke from the wild fires surrounding Moscow in August 2010. It eventually resumed three weeks later, and the release date has been unaffected. Coming out late Summer, it will suffer comparisons with the other films of this type opening next year, let us hope it's different enough to distinguish itself."


text:
I'M GONNA BE IN THE TECHSTARS BOULDER 2011 PROGRAM AS ONE OF THEIR HACKSTARS! WAAAHOOOOO! (Humility is great and everything, but I can't keep that one contained. So unbelievably excited.) It's been a little over 48 hours since I found out and just about 36 since I told my work that I'd be leaving. This […]Read More →
Category: tech
Groupon's Imminent Mediocrity
I like groupon, quite a bit in fact. I use it a couple times a month. It has some great deals. The problem is I also use LivingSocial. And I use Denver Daily Deals. And I'll likely have no problem using the forthcoming Google Offers. And that's why Groupon is screwed. The simplicity that makes these […]Read More →
Google Voices
I've been using Google voice for a while now and, as with most things Google, I'm a huge fan. The transcription isn't perfect by a long shot but a 10 second visual scan is oftentimes good enough to tell you who's calling and what they're calling about, saving you precious minutes when your friend tends […]Read More →


text:
PIC: The Wildfires as Seen FROM SPACE
Wednesday, September 7th, 2011
This came up a few times this morning so I decided to post the pic. Here is the view of the state of Texas ablaze with what are now being called our worst fire outbreak in history. Click the pic for a larger view.
Photo Source: http://lance-modis.eosdis.nasa.gov/imagery/subsets/?subset=AERONET_Univ_of_Houston.2011248.aqua.1km.jpg


text:
Sunday, August 24, 2014
Taken from Vice / Noisey on August 20th, 2014:
Colossus is a great name for a doom record. In one breath it handily evokes images of majesty, grandeur, and past glories (Candlemass cornered the market on all of that with Ancient Dreams, but you get the idea). It hints at hard-won battles and blood seeping into foreign sands, of rough-hewn idols and monoliths crumbling into the foaming sea. It paints a pretty goddamn inspiring picture. That being said, on a less romantic level, Colossus also slots neatly into doom's obsession with really big... things. Ours is a world populated by behemoths and mastodons, dying giants, sea lords, and elder gods, whose exploits and flights of fancy are riffed sweatily into existence by big burly dudes encircled by halos of amplifier tubes. It's larger than life, and if it's done right, it's way too much for your shitty foam earplugs to handle. It's awesome.
LO-PAN inhabits this earthier world, and Colossus is their heaviest offering to date. The Columbus four-piece titled their latest album in honor of the Colossus of Rhodes, and they have paid tribute to that titanic sculpture in the most fitting way they know how: by dedicating their aggressive, rumbling fuzz-riff cocktails to its glory. The album's due out October 7 via Small Stone Records. Catch LO-PAN on tour with like-minded heavyweights Black Cobra starting August 28. Check out all the tour dates and a new song, "Regulus," below:
LO-PAN US tour with Black Cobra:
8/28/2014 Club Red - Phoenix, AZ
8/29/2014 Sister - Albuquerque, NM
8/30/2014 Conservatory - Oklahoma City, OK
8/31/2014 Doublewide - Dallas, TX
9/02/2014 Red 7 - Austin, TX
9/03/2014 Fitzgeralds - Houston, TX
9/04/2014 Siberia - New Orleans, LA
9/05/2014 Handlebar - Pensacola, FL
9/06/2014 Orpheum - Tampa, FL
9/07/2014 Gramps - Miami, FL
9/08/2014 Back Booth - Orlando, FL
9/09/2014 529 - Atlanta, GA
9/10/2014 The Mothlight - Asheville, NC
9/11/2014 Chop Shop - Charlotte, NC
9/12/2014 Strange Matter - Richmond, VA
9/13/2014 The Pinch - Washington, DC
9/14/2014 Dusk - Providence, RI
9/15/2014 Nectars - Burlington, VT
9/16/2014 TT The Bears - Boston, MA
9/17/2014 Kung Fu Necktie - Philadelphia, PA
9/18/2014 Saint Vitus - New York, NY
9/19/2014 Lost Horizon - Syracuse, NY
9/20/2014 Bug Jar - Rochester, NY
9/22/2014 Howlers - Pittsburgh, PA
9/23/2014 Reggie's - Chicago, IL
9/24/2014 7th St Entry - Minneapolis, MN
9/26/2014 Replay - Lawrence, KS
9/27/2014 Lost Lake Lounge - Denver, CO
9/28/2014 Burt's Tiki Bar - Salt Lake City, UT
9/29/2014 Dive Bar - Las Vegas, NV
10/01/2014 The Garage - Ventura, CA
10/02/2014 New Parish - Oakland, CA
Kim Kelly is a colossal writer. She's on Twitter - @GrimKim
Written by: Kim Kelly
Aug 20 2014
Tags: LO-PAN, Colossus, Regulus, Columbus, doom metal
Saturday, June 28, 2014
We would like to let you all know that if you have pre-ordered the new "The Conjuring" 180g LP from Wo Fat, to our dismay, it is still at the plant... The jackets are now 100% completed, but we are still waiting on test pressings and obviously the final job completion. Hopefully, we have these back before the end of July. We are very sorry for the delay... On the good side, we promise it will be well worth the wait!
Thursday, May 1, 2014
Jeremy Irons and the Ratgang Malibus, "Wind Seized" official video...
If you're not yet friendly with the early-onset heavy psych sprawl of Swedish youngins Jeremy Irons and the Ratgang Malibus, chances are that by the time you make your way through their video for the song "Wind Seized," you will be. Tomorrow marks the release of the Stockholm four-piece's Small Stone label debut (third album overall), Spirit Knife, which follows the 2011 Transubstans release and recent Small Stone reissue, Bloom, in setting a dynamic, flowing course throughout its 59-minute run and across eight tracks that run a gamut of updated classic influences. Cuts like "Point Growth" delve into sweet, wide-open, Cream-style psychedelic blues, distinguished immediately through the use of organ, while elsewhere, "Sworn Collision" takes "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" head-on to a place no less endearing for its relative minimalism.
The key to the album, though, is immersion. Much as one might look at the moniker Jeremy Irons and the Ratgang Malibus and feel lost within it before getting to the last syllable, so too does 10:37 opener "Fog by the Steep" prove encompassing, a languid, rolling groove demonstrating an underlying core of heavy rock that consistently works its way into and through the ensuing full-length as guitarist/vocalist Karl Apelmo, guitarist Micke Pettersson, bassist Viktor Källgren and drummer Henke Persson — as well as guest organist Patrik Kolar, whose contributions aren't to be forgotten — weave smoothly through atmospheres alternately rambunctious and serene, drawing rounded lines between so that Spirit Knife eases the listener along their path. A catchy shorter cut like "Wind Seized" (for which you can see the video above) retains its airy vibes, and likewise, the space-rocking finale title-track keeps its songwriting in focus even as its swirl seems to consume the album whole, and this balance between gives Spirit Knife not just a sense of consciousness, but of accomplishment as well, the band offering old Zeppelin-style soul in "Clang" and carving their identity in passages in the dream-echoes of "Deep Hardened Woods."
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Some words have been pinched from The Obelsik... Thanks JJ.
Swedish heavy rockers Deville have a new video for the song "The Knife." The track comes from the Malmö four-piece's 2013 full-length, Hydra (review here), which was also their first release on Small Stone Records. As timing would have it, Deville head out on a European tour this week, having finalized the dates at the start of April, and "The Knife" makes a solid argument for showing up to see them if you happen to be in that part of the world. One doubts they'll be playing on top of a giant guitar or that there will be huge spinning blades — probably for the best — but as Deville stand in a fine tradition of their country's heavy rock without bowing to the retro pressures of the current scene, they only make themselves more individualized for their efforts.
Between that conceptual appeal and the actual fruit of Deville's songwriting, it doesn't seem like a way to lose out. "The Knife" was among the most memorable cuts on Hydra, so whether you caught wind of the album or not last year, it'll be worth either the refresher or the initial exposure to check it out. Rock and roll:
Music video by Deville performing The Knife.
Taken from the album "Hydra" Small Stone Records 2013.
Directed by: Henrik Christoffersson
Filmed by: Henrik Christoffersson & Peter Tarpgaard
Edited by: Henrik Christoffersson
Europe spring tour is up! New dates added!
25/4 GER Duesseldorf-Pitcher
26/04 CH Lugano TI/STREET/ART Festival
27/04 IT Pescara-Orange Rock Cafè
28/04 IT Roma-Sinister Noise
29/04 IT Santa Croce Sull' Arno-Rock City
30/04 IT Montecchio Maggiore-E20
01/05 IT Piacenza-Cuncertass Festival
01/05 IT Seregno-Sala Malasangre
02/05 CH St Gallen-Rumpeltum
03/05 IT Torino-Cafè Liber
04/05 FRA Lyon-Le Moko
05/05 FRA Draguignan-Bucephale
06/05 IT Padova-Sotterranei
07/05 FRA Besanqon-Les passagers du Zinc
08/05 BEL Hasselt-Carpe Diem
09/05 GER Munster-Rare Guitar
10/05 GER Berlin-Jaegerklause
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Today, Los Angeles rockers, SASQUATCH, unveil their first official video ever for the track "Smoke Signal." Produced and directed by Cesar Rodriguez Bautista, VFX artist at WETA digital in New Zealand (Peter Jackson's digital visual FX company), the visually stunning clip was shot entirely in black and white using Super 8mm giving it the old-school classic movie feel.
Elaborates the band: "Scott Baxter, a fellow colleague of Cesar's at WETA, approached us about doing a video. They brought us an idea, we loved the concept, and the team ran with it. They even decided on the song. 'Smoke Signal' won the prizefight. We sat back in our virtual lawn chair and six months later they delivered us the magic. It turned out fanfuckingtastic. Mucho props to Cesar, his cast and crew for nailing it on the first lap."
Behind the Scenes: The house found to shoot in was built in the 1800s on top of a hill and has not been updated in over 100 years. It is located in Wellington, New Zealand. It was full of junk for the past 60 years to the ceilings from a 95 year old hoarder who lived there. He had so much junk that he filled the whole house and guest house, and ended up living in a tin shed on a cot until he died a few months ago. Not willing to part with his hoarding, he ended up in the cold until his final days. Which gives the property a whole new level of eeriness. The new owner, an artist, cleared the house out and we got to shoot in it before any renovations had taken place. It still looks untouched from 100 years ago, which fit perfect for this 8mm project of a scene from the olden days. The night of the shoot was 42 degrees, there was no heat, and the only lighting came from an extension cord plugged into another building on the property. Given the weather conditions, it took a strong actress to wear a wedding dress during the shoot."
In related news, the official vinyl release of IV will be coming out on March 21st, 2014 on Small Stone/Cargo Records Germany. This LP release is exclusive to Europe and will be available at the band's confirmed shows in April and May. Relays team SASQUATCH, "Hello Europe! We are returning to rekindle our love affair of your continent in t-minus four weeks. This round we are coming over with our Siamese bros, the Ultra Electric Mega Galactic (featuring Ed Mundell from Monster Magnet, Atomic Bitchwax). We are joined at the hip. Literally — we share the same stick basher. This is UEMG's first time playing overseas, so be sure to show them a good time. Treat them to a strudel or a nice pasta dinner. Check out the dates below and see if we will be drifting into a city near you."
SASQUATCH Euro Tour 2014:
4/24/2014 Sala BeGood – Barcelona, ES
4/25/2014 Underworld (Desertfest) – London, UK
4/26/2014 Astra Kulturhaus (Desertfest)- Berlin, DE
4/27/2014 Arena – Vienna, AT
4/28/2014 Schlachthof – Wiesbaden, DE
4/29/2014 Feierwerk – Munich, DE
4/30/2014 E20 Underground -Montecchio, IT
5/01/2014 Milano, IT – Lo-Fi
5/03/2014 15 Jahe Voice of Art – Hohenstein, DE
5/04/2014 Underground – Cologne, DE
5/05/2014 Markthalle – Hamburg, DE
5/06/2014 Goldmarcks – Stuttgart, DE
5/07/2014 Z 7 – Pratteln, CH
5/08/2014 Sojo's – Leuven, BE
5/09/2014 Glazart – Paris, FR
5/10/2014 Gaswerk – Winterthur, CH


text:
Was £40.00
Now £20.00
50% Off
Save a total of £20.00
Standard Delivery
Click & Collect
Dark brown 'Quota' canvas panelled trainers
Item No.0840106859
These dark brown 'Quota' trainers from Gola have light orange appliqued stripes along the sides with dark brown logo detailing, which matches the brown logo detailing at the centre backs of the soles.
- Upper: Leather/ manmade materials
- Lining: Manmade materials
- Contrasting soles and heels
- Appliqued orange stripes along the sides
- Brown laces
- Seven pairs of eyelets
- Round toes
- Sole: Manmade materials
- Sole: Manmade materials
Deliveries are between 8am - 6pm, Mon - Sat.
FREE if you pay with your Debenhams card
FREE delivery on all orders over £30 (normally £3.99)
Deliver to store for collection ( 160 participating stores ) FREE
Debenhams is happy to exchange or refund your purchase within 28 days providing the goods are in a fully resaleable condition (including tags) and not within the exclusion policy*. This policy does not affect your statutory rights. You can return unwanted items either by visiting your local store (the fastest way to get a refund), by arranging a courier collection or returning by post. Exclusions apply to selected products. For instructions on how to return products and information on Debenhams refund policy visit the returns and refunds section of the website.


text:
Phoenix Police are searching for a man who they say fired off a gun during a domestic violence incident in South Phoenix.
Authorities were called to the home near 5th St & Roeser Wednesday afternoon. Officers believed the suspect is still inside the home and armed when they surrounded the area.
A department SWAT team responded but they were unable to locate the suspect.
No one was injured in the incident.
KSAZ-TV & KUTP511 W. Adams St.Phoenix, AZ 85003Phone: (602) 257-1234Fax: (602) 262-0177


text:
The median home value in Chino, CA is $378,600.
This is
higher than
the county median home value of $224,900.
The national median home value is $170,100.
The average price of homes sold in Chino, CA is $378,600.
Approximately 66.04% of Chino homes are owned,
compared to 26.65% rented, while
7.3% are vacant.
Chino real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale.
Commercial properties are also available.
If you see a property you're interested in, contact a Chino real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Learn more about Chino Real Estate.
Commercial/Residential Zoning, Near the 60 & 71 freeways interchange, Currently leased (call for details)
This beautiful home is basically a single story with a upstairs Bonus/Game room- The down stairs is a highly useful 4048 square feet with spacious rooms and upgraded appointments. Professionally decorated with custom flooring and window appointments. Separate Formal Dining perfect for entertaining- A large breakfast nook conveniently located adjacent to your gourmet which features granite counter tops and back splashes, stainless steel appliances, center island, butlers pantry and large walk in pantry. This floor plan has a interior patio/entertaining area that is accented with a fireplace. Party size Family room with media center. Private Master bedroom with access to backyard, luxurious master bath with Hugh walk in closet. Inside laundry room. Direct access into the home from the 4 car attached garage. Exterior amenities include covered patio, spa and spa- A lot is here it a must see.
Rare opportunity to own a unique property. A must see to appreciate all the upgrades this property has. Front home has a spacious layout with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths with 2600 sq ft of living space. A 6+ Car Garage with an unfinished back home (3100 sq ft).
PRICE REDUCTION!! High TRAFFIC COUNT on this Business Opportunity Corner. Zoned for Industrial (M2) but a Conditional Use Permit Opens door to HUGE Possibilities; use your imagination. Information taken from Public Records, and thought to be reliable but NOT GUARANTEED. Agent and Buyer to perform their own due diligence and satisfy themselves as to use, Terms and conditions.
Dilbeck Real EstateReal Living
1030 Foothill Blvd
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
Email Us | Visit our Real Estate Website


text:
How exciting! A noble venture for sure :) If you have carefully considered the pros and cons of trying to make a living as a yoga teacher, I would start by reading these two articles. They ask some great questions to help guide your search for a program.
How to Choose a Yoga Teacher Training Program by YogaJournal
Choosing a Yoga Teacher Training Program by Expanding Light
Good luck!


text:
Members of a state tax commission brought their proposal to Lubbock on Tuesday.
Governor Rick Perry appointed the commission. Tax Commission Chairman John Sharp says, "This proposal is about lowering property taxes and satisfying what the supreme court said."
Sharp says the commission's recommendations include, reducing property taxes by one-third statewide, increasing the tax on cigarettes by $1 and revising the original franchise tax. He says these efforts should result in $6 billion in property tax relief.
These recommendations will now go to lawmakers as they prepare to reform the public school finance system during an upcoming special session.
|get more>> Web Enhanced
Contact a Texas Lawmaker


text:
Discover one of Indiana's best art museums! A panorama of art from cultures ancient to contemporary. There's something for everyone.
Find things to do that are always free or are offering special deals.
Browse for special vacation packages and discounts.
Look for establishments offering coupons or discounts.
Check out which events have free admission or offer discounts.


text:
On the new economic philosophy of crisis management in the European Union
AbstractThis essay attempts to go beyond presenting the bits and pieces of still ongoing crisis management in the EU. Instead it attempts at finding the 'red thread' behind a series of politically improvised decisions. Our fundamental research question asks whether basic economic lessons learned in the 1970s are still valid. Namely, that a crises emanating from either structural or regulatory weaknesses cannot and should not be remedied by demand management. Our second research question is the following: Can lacking internal commitment and conviction in any member state be replaced or substituted by external pressure or formalized procedures and sanctions? Under those angles we analyze the project on establishing a fiscal and banking union in the EU, as approved by the Council in December 2012.
Download InfoIf you experience problems downloading a file, check if you have the proper application to view it first. In case of further problems read the IDEAS help page. Note that these files are not on the IDEAS site. Please be patient as the files may be large.
As the access to this document is restricted, you may want to look for a different version under "Related research" (further below) or search for a different version of it.
Bibliographic InfoArticle provided by Akadémiai Kiadó, Hungary in its journal Society and Economy.
Volume (Year): 35 (2013)
Issue (Month): 2 (August)
Pages: 121-139
Contact details of provider:
Web page: http://www.akkrt.hu
Order Information:
Postal: Akadémiai Kiadó Zrt., Prielle K. u. 21-35. Budapest, 1117, Hungary
Web: http://www.akademiai.com
Related researchKeywords: banking union; fiscal federalism; European Monetary System; supranationalism; supervision of banks;
Find related papers by JEL classification:
- F15 - International Economics - - Trade - - - Economic Integration
- F36 - International Economics - - International Finance - - - Financial Aspects of Economic Integration
ReferencesNo references listed on IDEAS
You can help add them by filling out this form.
ListsThis item is not listed on Wikipedia, on a reading list or among the top items on IDEAS.
StatisticsAccess and download statistics
CorrectionsWhen requesting a correction, please mention this item's handle: RePEc:aka:soceco:v:35:y:2013:i:2:p:121-139. See general information about how to correct material in RePEc.
For technical questions regarding this item, or to correct its authors, title, abstract, bibliographic or download information, contact: (Andrea Pók) The email address of this maintainer does not seem to be valid anymore. Please ask Andrea Pók to update the entry or send us the correct address.
If you have authored this item and are not yet registered with RePEc, we encourage you to do it here. This allows to link your profile to this item. It also allows you to accept potential citations to this item that we are uncertain about.
If references are entirely missing, you can add them using this form.
If the full references list an item that is present in RePEc, but the system did not link to it, you can help with this form.
If you know of missing items citing this one, you can help us creating those links by adding the relevant references in the same way as above, for each refering item. If you are a registered author of this item, you may also want to check the "citations" tab in your profile, as there may be some citations waiting for confirmation.
Please note that corrections may take a couple of weeks to filter through the various RePEc services.


text:
RCA Victor Orthophonic High Fidelity Phonograph Vintage
We find the most interesting Victor Phonographs. Here are the best deals we found for the RCA Victor Orthophonic High Fidelity Phonograph Vintage for sale on the Internet.
RCA Victor Orthophonic High Fidelity Phonograph Vintage Picture(s) and Description:
This is a RCA Orthophonic record player I picked at an estate sale. It does play records but speeds up a slows so I assume it needs a new belt. Also could use refininshing. This model did not have leggs. It was a table top model. Its being sold AS IS no returns. NO RESERVE HIGH BIDDER WILL OWN Please pay after auctions close. I ship 3 business days after receiving cleared payment. Insurance is included in shipping cost. Even though item is insured, I reccomend using the Priority Mail option, especially if you need item fast. I do my best to descirbe my items but please ask questions if you have any. Also contact me if there is a problem before leaving feedback


text:
Forget the Cuba prisoner swap to Spain, Fidel Castro wanted to sound off about Iran last night, and that he did – on TV – in his most prominent public appearance in years.
Franklin Reyes/AP
Mexico City
It was dubbed a discussion about the Middle East, and Fidel Castro, Cuba's ailing revolutionary icon, did not veer far from the subject on his most prominent public appearance in years.
During an hour-long current affairs show that aired Monday night in Cuba, Mr. Castro avoided discussing the current events of Cuba. He even steered clear of the top issue on the minds of most: the release of 52 political prisoners that began today as seven were freed after flying to Madrid.
As with all things Castro, speculation is rife. What's behind the timing of the appearance? Was he trying to put a mark on the prisoner release deal – reached last week between Cuba, Spanish officials, and the church – which has generally been greeted positively on the world stage? Or was it the contrary: an unspoken message that Cuba is not letting down its guard? Or was it simply a coincidence, one that keeps Cubans and the world guessing as they so often have over the former president's reign?
Fidel Castro appeared on "The Round Table" last night in a customary track suit (this time a dark blue one, over a plaid shirt). He's sported track suits since he fell ill in 2006 and handed over the helm of the country to his younger brother, Raúl Castro. He appeared in good condition and at times spoke dramatically, even if his voice is no longer the robust one of his youth, when he overthrew dictator Fulgencio Batista in 1959 and became the archenemy of the US.


text:
As society has changed, so did suburbia.
Tagged with: American Dream Economy Federal Housing Administration homes housing housing market Levittown Lewis Mumford Mortgage recession residential real estate suburbia sustainabilityRead More »
By: Commentary October 11, 2012 Comments Off
As society has changed, so did suburbia.
Tagged with: American Dream Economy Federal Housing Administration homes housing housing market Levittown Lewis Mumford Mortgage recession residential real estate suburbia sustainabilityRead More »
By: Commentary September 27, 2012 Comments Off
There is constant concern on LI about environmental issues.
Tagged with: eco-friendly ECO-Quality environment environmental justice New York State Department of Environmental Conservation pollution Potential Environmental Justice Area sustainability WyandanchRead More »
By: Claude Solnik September 20, 2012 Comments Off
Cablevision, CA Technologies, New York Community Bancorp and Broadridge Financial Solutions are included in the Dow Jones Sustainability indices.
Tagged with: Arrow Electronics CA Technologies Canon Dow Jones Sustainability Index Forest Laboratories New York Community Bancorp North American index People's United Financial Bank sustainability world indexRead More »
By: Commentary September 13, 2012 Comments Off
Suffolk needs to sewer more of the county.
Tagged with: Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act Drinking water environment expenses funding Regional planning Sewage treatment sewers Steve Bellone sustainability wastewater water Wayne HorsleyRead More »
By: Commentary July 11, 2012 Comments Off
Four areas where cuts can be made in Nassau and Suffolk.
Tagged with: budget Deficit defined-contribution model Economy health insurance local government Medicaid Mercedes-Benz public assistance programs public employee pensions sustainability taxes taxpayersRead More »
By: Kristen D'Andrea June 27, 2012 3 Comments
Long Island is in some hot water. If not addressed properly, the lack of protection and degradation of the area's drinking water –a basic, societal need – threatens Long Island's quality of life. One of 13 areas in the nation ...
Tagged with: area's drinking water cesspools Citizens Campaign for the Environment dumping environment Green Group for the East End hazardous waste New York State Department of Environmental Conservation pesticides Stony Brook-Southampton Coastal and Estuarine Research Program sustainability The Long Island Pine Barrens Society The Nature Conservancy waterRead More »
By: Commentary May 24, 2012 1 Comment
The meaning of sustainability has evolved with its popularity.
Tagged with: awareness economic development environmental health global Green local modern quality of life resources social equity sustainabilityRead More »
By: Commentary April 27, 2012 Comments Off
Together, we should embrace immigrants on Long Island.
Tagged with: Bethpage Federal Credit Union Bill Clinton Economy employment immigration jobs Long Island Regional Immigration Summit Small Business sustainabilityRead More »
By: David Winzelberg April 11, 2012 1 Comment
The Town of Hempstead adopted a rezoning of a 2-mile stretch of Hempstead Turnpike in Elmont on Tuesday, but civic leaders and business owners say the changes don't go far enough. The new zoning adds a review board to create ...
Tagged with: approvals Elmont Community Vision Plan expansions Hempstead Turnpike housing improvements mixed-use property redevelopment retail stores rezoning sustainability YMCA Zoning DistrictRead More »
By: Michael Watt March 15, 2012 1 Comment
Paul Townsend was trying to solve today's problems 30 years ago.
Tagged with: aging population bureaucracy Charles Schumer construction delays corporate headquarters energy costs housing Long Island Long Island Contractors Association Paul Townsend Political party leadership property taxes public transportation Ronkonkoma Steve Israel sustainability taxes Tim Bishop transit-oriented developmentRead More »


text:
Campus development
Kingston University completed a £50million campus development project in 2012. We now plan to invest up to £80million in our estate during the next five years. We look forward to sharing our ideas as they emerge.
Have your say
The University understands that estates developments are of importance and interest to the local community. We are committed to keeping you informed and listening to your views.
- Estates
Kingston University
53–57 High Street
Kingston upon Thames
Surrey KT1 1LQ
Tel: 020 8417 3133
Email: email@example.com
The University regularly holds public exhibitions to share emerging plans for the estate. These form part of ongoing consultation.


text:
Eau Claire (WQOW) -- When the WIAA boys hockey brackets were released on Sunday, the Regis/McDonell/Bloomer hockey team made program history.
The Saints earned a number-two seed in the Chippewa Falls Sectional, sitting only behind Eau Claire Memorial. The second spot is the highest-ever for the program, and pretty impressive for a team that was 12-games under .500 just two years ago.
"You know, with our record and a shot at 20 wins from where we started recently, the program has come a long way. It's been a great three year journey. Obviously it's great recognition that brings us into one of our home rinks. So we're just looking forward to that," says head coach Guy Brown.
The Saints close out the regular season on Thursday against Barron.
To view those boys and girls brackets, click on the respective links under "More Information."


text:
News from WTOP
News from the AP
Mike Causey
Shows & Panels
Shows & Panels
Shows & Panels
Shows & Panels
- The 2014 Big Picture on Cyber Security
- AFCEA Answers
- Ask the CIO
- Building the Hybrid Cloud
- CDWG/NetApp
- Connected Government: How to Build and Procure Network Services for the Future
- Continuing Diagnostics and Mitigation: Discussion of Progress and Next Steps
- Federal Executive Forum
- Federal Tech Talk
- The Future of Government Data Centers
- The Future of IT: How CIOs Can Enable the Service-Oriented Enterprise
- Government Perspectives on Mobility and the Cloud
- The Intersection: Where Technology Meets Transformation
- Maximizing ROI Through Data Center Consolidation
- Mitigating Insider Threats in Virtual & Cloud Environments
- Modern Mission Critical Series
- Moving to the Cloud. What's the best approach for me
- Navigating Tough Choices in Government Cloud Computing
- The New Generation of Database
- Reimagining the Next Generation of Government
- Satellite Communications: Acquiring SATCOM in Tight Times
- Targeting Advanced Threats: Proven Methods from Detection through Remediation
- Transformative Technology: Desktop Virtualization in Government
- The Truth About IT Opex and Software Defined Networking
- Value of Health IT
- Air Traffic Management Transformation Report
- Cloud First Report
- General Dynamics IT Enterprise Center
- Gov Cloud Minute
- Government in Technology Series
- Homeland Security Cybersecurity Market Report
- National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
- Technology Insights
- The Cyber Security Report
- The Next Generation Cyber Security Experts
Shows & Panels
Search Result
Search Tags: Mary Kay Hertog
Pentagon names new leader in war against sexual assault
Maj. Gen. Gary Patton becomes head of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office next month.
Tags: DoD , DoD Report , Federal Drive , Gary Patton , sexual assaults
Military sexual assault survivors storm Capitol Hill
Ahead of the markup of the annual defense policy bill by key House committee, hundreds of survivors of military sexual assault take to the Capitol to demand change.
Tags: DoD , Service Womens Action Network , sexual assault , Military justice , Leon Panetta , Bruce Braley , Michael Wishnie , Sandra Park , Congress , House Armed Services Committee , Jared Serbu
One goal with the new initiatives is to increase reporting. DoD estimates about 86 percent of sexual assaults are not reported. Nearly 3,200 assaults were reported in the 12-month budget period ending Sept. 30, a slight increase from the year before.


text:
Vodafone fined nearly $1m over misleading ads
UPDATE Sept 10: Vodafone has been fined $960,000 after pleading guilty to 21 Fair Trading Act charges.
The charges, brought by the Commerce Commission heard by the Auckland District Court, related to a series of promotions between 2006 and 2008.
They related to claims about the size of Vodafone's network, made in the company's "broadband everywhere" advertising campaign between October 2006 and April 2008; the availability of a $10 free airtime credit for those customers who bought Vodafone's supa-prepay pack between May 2007 and September 2008; and the claimed size of Vodafone's 3G mobile phone network between September 2008 and February 2009.
After sentencing, Vodafone marketing director Greg Campbell said his company accepted the penalty, but denied his company had any intent to deceive.
"In 2006 and 2008, there was a huge amount happening in the world of technology – the mobile internet was emerging, mobile networks were speeding up and customers were really getting a handle on the benefits of being mobile. In our genuine attempts to communicate these benefits, we accept that we got some things wrong," Mr Campbell said.
"We did not set out to mislead anyone and we apologise unreservedly. We accept that we didn't communicate as clearly as we should have done with our customers and pleaded guilty to the FTA charges back in July.
"Unfortunately, we can't turn back the clock on some things that happened four years ago, but since then we have been focused on ensuring our communication is clear."
Penalty, not settlement
A Commerce Commission spokeswoman took issue with Vodafone's use of the word "settlement" in a media release this morning.
"This is a court-imposed penalty," she told NBR.
Vodafone entered guilty pleas to 21 charges of the Fair Trading Act in July.
"Gross carelessness"
In sentencing Vodafone today, Judge Harvey described the company's conduct as "gross carelessness". He commented in relation to Vodafone's Broadband Everywhere campaign that it was "clearly false and misleading" and that it had done "significant harm".
Judge Harvey also noted that in relation to the Supa Prepay charges, Vodafone had not acted on concerns raised with the level of seriousness required, even though it had the technology and resources to do so."
"Prior to the Commission bringing charges against Vodafone in 2009, we had a significant number of public complaints about Vodafone's various mobile phone and mobile broadband advertising campaigns. At the time, mobile data and phone packages were relatively new to the market," said Commerce Commission competition manager Stuart Wallace.
"Customers have no easy way of verifying the claims being made for products like this. This case reinforces that companies need to be especially careful that their marketing materials for new products are not likely to mislead."
Record fines
The regulator says Vodafone has now paid a total $1.44 million in fines for charges related to its advertising between 2006 and 2008 - more than any other single defendant under the Fair Trading Act.
In August last year, the company was fined more than $400,000 after pleading guilty to breaching the Fair Trading Act in relation to its Vodafone Live service.
In November, it was fined $81,900 in $1-a-day mobile broadband case.
Comments and questions45
Maybe Vodafone might also want to drop its new $10 late payment charge for customers on plans. It's like a 20% fee for some loyal subscribers.
Makes you think, could a company that used to be so good and at the front of the market for coolness fall so far from grace.
Good job they have been ripping off customers for ages.
I hope they realise customer service starts with company policy and penny pinching on service fees stinks.
If that's the best Idea your marketing has to increase its revenue shame on you... shame shame shame..
I hope the fair trading act nails you.. The compliant I personally made to the commerce commission should put the icing on the cake..
Oh and by the way your customer contact centre… I have never been on hold and waited on the phone for so long ever in my life and your supposed to be a communications specialist, go figure…
Regards your previously biggest fan..
It costs Vodafone "significantly more" than $10 to chase up late payments from their customers.
Only customers who pay their bill late, need to worry about this charge. Telecom & TelstraClear also do the same.
Paying your bills on time is a great way to aviod these charges.
It is a big shame that Vodafone appear to be following their competitors down the track of broken promises. We have been loyal customers for many years after problems with the previous monopoly and appreciated the way Vodafone rewarded their existing customers and not just new customers, we also were big fans.
However we recently changed to the new kid on the block due to some great deals and better call plans, but have experienced major problems with phones, service and broken promises. We would love to change back to Vodafone, if we could get out of the contract, but would have to think twice if they are following suit. Shame on you from another fan.
Furthermore, Chorus charge Vodafone & any other ISP for the matter in "advance" for the customers connection to the port at the exchange.
So, having customers who pay their accounts late, impacts on the ISP's Business - introducing this fee, will help to encourage customers to pay their bill on time - after all, they have used the service - the service costs - they should pay on time.
It's Simple, Pay your bill on time and avoid the $10 fee? Seems pretty black and white to me!
I understand the rate of Late Payment fees, But for Disconnection fees are way to high for Mobile, i understand if its POTs related, but to disconnect and reconnect a mobile is a click of a button for $50 odd, BS! Yes im a victim and yes its my fault i didn't pay the bill, but to reconnect a mobile, really?
Lot of villiages missing their idiots today it seems...
how about the national outcry that they've been repeatedly gouged by this company...
How about connecting the dots that VF is the worlds largest Telco (or close to it) and aren't the local good guys....
Telecom had the Monopoly when Vodafone entered the market, back in 1998.
If it wasn't for Vodafone - Telecom would still be price gauging us, like they did for many years!
Clearly, you have your facts wrong. Vodafone offer very competitive pricing.
just so we are clear, which village are you from ?
According to the Commerce Commission's 2011 Telecommunications Market Annual Report Vodafone's market share was 47.8%, Telecom New Zealand's 37.6% and newcomer Two Degrees Mobile 13.6%. The remainder of the market is made up of MVNO operators who have a combined customer base of only 56,000.
It is the world's second-largest mobile telecommunications company measured by both subscribers and 2011 revenues (in each case behind China Mobile), and had 439 million subscribers as of December 2011.
Looks like its at LEAST 5 x bigger than Telecom.. Facts anyone?
You serious? You really think Vodafone's prices are competitive? If you've ever stepped outside NZ and used a mobile service from a different country, you'll realise that the wonderful efforts of 2degrees have only made a tiny dent in the extortionate pricing that NZ has had to suffer as a result of Telecom and Vodafone's "scratch my back" inflated mobile pricing.
Lies and dishonesty ultimately catch up with you.
After their previous conviction Vodafone said sorry,we got it wrong,have fixed our systems and it won't happen again.
Well,it has.Their honour,word,integrity,honesty is now shattered.
They just don't deserve customers and should be thrashed/trashed by the CC,and the public.
We don't need you in NZ Vodafone.
Spot the national party supporters, u'd sell yr own mothers if u could... Ive been a loyal customer to vodafone for many years, and yes toryman i do pay my bills.
firstly, hey how about giving me a discount for paying on time? secondly, what is ONTIME? The way these guys send out bills, you pay AHEAD. so before my service even starts im paying for it, ok, but u gonna charge me a late fee for a service that i havent even received? third: ok so pay on time, but then use a bit to much on my mobile, go a little over, no prob i pay a bit extra, but hey im not rich, it takes time, not long enough to freak, and in the scheme of things a paltry amount, and i get back to credit in no time. im a good customer. u telling me these scum can increase thier bottom line by charging an extra ten bucks? u do the math, its alot of $$$. SHAME VODAFONE
Please read your bill. On a 1st July bill you are charged for service from 1st July - 31 July and from calls made in June. But the bill is not due until late July. So in fact you get to use 80% of the service without paying for it. Like the lawyer comment. Let me guess you are going to tell Fair Go?
ps, they tried to get me wth this buck fifty for a paper bill to. hey im enviromentally friendly, but they taken the p*ss, ps i recycle. Anyways i call vodfone up say i dont wana pay it, they think im a joke, practically laugh at me. MISTAKE. i scan every piece of documentation, nothing indicates that i had to pay a 1.50, i call them again, then get a lawyer mate of mine to giv them a call, they had no leg to stand on. I get my bill in my hands and i dont pay 1.50.
I just said get st---ed,I will not pay for a paper bill.And,if you won't send me a bill,how can I pay my account.After much bulls--t they gave in.
They are pathetic no hopers,with daft policies that won't work here.
I don't know why people don't walk back to Telecom or other providers.
Do you like paper? Do you not have email? Most companies now send their bills via email or make it downloadable from their website. 2 Degrees do not send paper bills at all.
Email is awesome except when your spam filter blocks a bill or it just doesnt arrive...Paper is at least as permanent as you need it to be and it doesnt need power to be readable
Snail mail is awesome too if the posties are not dodgy or the kids on the street do not steal your mail.
Most telcos store your bill through their online account tools.
I don't get it switching or getting angry just because you are charged to get a paper bill.
Another questions why didn't you walk back to Telecom or another provider? Instead you stayed and thought over $1.50 per month?
Clearly "Different Perspectives" comes from the Vodafone PR spin machine.However their perspective is a deluded one,out of touch with consumers.They are l--rs and ch--ats.The Courts of NZ have concluded as much.
Maybe I should change it to "Common Sense" or "Get it right".
I think we do not need that pleb in contributing to the gene pool as they miseed some vital facts
1) About having to pay for charges in advance - I kindly pointed out that they get to use 80% of it before having to pay for it. Not many companies allow for this; does your Supermarket?
2) Being charged $1.5 for a paper bill and said it could not be paid if they do not send one - in todays world it is common to send bills via email so my question of doesn't he know about email is valid? Also what would he say to 2 Degrees who only send out bills via email?
3) Asking why people don't move to Telecom? He doesn't like the $1.50 charge so fights it and stays with Vodafone. His recommendation and actions do not make any sense.
People who complain that their Apple product is too expensive here than compared to the US. Well if you don't like it then don't buy it.
In short I hate stupidity and when people argue with invalid points.
Pardon? I don't think I ever paid more to Telecom for the privilege of getting some bits of dead tree stuffed in my mail box?? This is morally bankrupt profiteering and you know it
First I never said Telecom charged for a paper bill.
Times change. Are the banks morally wrong charing a fee to withdrawal money at the branch? Are the power companies dodgy in charging so much in the first place that a 22% discount if the customer pays by DD and chooses the online bill option?
The point is there are options and everyone can make an informed choice. If you're not intelligent to adapt and find alternatives then you will die out.
Good job, Vodafone have been ripping people off for years, including me!
Vodafone, your new tvcs suck big time. Who are you trying to connect with?
like the man says vote with your wallet, there are plenty of alternatives out there nowadays
So the Commission laid charges in 2009, and Vodafone waited 3 years to plead guilty. For the time in between, they got to trade on their previous good reputation. And now they can say "this was a long time ago" and "we do things different now".
Well played Vodafone, well played.
RE: Judge Harvey described the company's conduct as "gross carelessness"
What rubbish! This was blatant deception; nothing less. Vodafone got slapped with a wet..... OK, a dry bus ticket.
it boggles me just much the voda brand has been embraced by Aucklanders. Just shows how stupid they really are, backing a company that not only hurts our economy but one that has been found guilty of lying to its customers
I know he wasn't there when it was happening, so it's not his fault, but I find a certain guilty pleasure in the fact that Mr Campbell is the one who has to mop up this mess. Karma......
These childish comments just show there are customers out there who are so petty that I am surprised any telco would want them. Having a mobile phone is optional after all.
its simple if you are unhappy with your current provider change to another
I've found Gen-ivery easy, straight and eficient to deal with for XT.
We have had no network service issues. We have had excellent billing service. And they are a Kiwi company.
I'd love to know who the Gen-i fan is... if you're so happy with the service why would you post as anonymous? Is this the Gen-i SPIN machine getting in on the act too? Shame on you all - the telco industry has very little to be proud of in this country (and elsewhere).
It is time for a serious shake-up in this market.
Why? You mean making money? Or how about when we kept telco market kept you in touch with your friends and relatives in Christchurch when the earthquake hit... who do you think it was that kept twitter, SMS and voice running???
Or what about the internet connection you are using to vent on right now??? Xero is a business built almost entirely on telco assets.... we brought that to you via our networks....
What about when you catch up with your family on facebook over that home broadband network you love to complain about.....


text:
Mar 12
Illegal to arrest Minnesota Government Officials for drinking and driving.
Minnesota Constitution
"Sec. 10. PRIVILEGE FROM ARREST. The members of each house in all cases except treason, felony and breach of the peace, shall be privileged from arrest during the session of their respective houses and in going to or returning from the same. For any speech or debate in either house they shall not be questioned in any other place."
As you see it is not just DWI. See full article at:
For politicians the Minnesota Constitution must be followed to protect them, but when the US constitution is on the line to protect citizens, well that isn't important, since people are not as important as the ones on top. They are exempted from the the new health care laws. They recently made a law to stop them from insider trading, which should not have given them special privilege int eh first place. Some have been exempted from manslaughter.
Now some may argue that driving drunk should not be the issue for these 3 major factors.
1. Now ask yourself, should people get arrested for drunk driving if no one got hurt?
"Wisconsin arrests and punishes over 37,000 citizens annually for OWI violations. There are some 300 deaths classified as alcohol-related annually. Wisconsin arrests over 100 citizens (who have harmed no one) for each alcohol-related death. Keep in mind that an alcohol-related death doesn't mean that alcohol caused the death or even played a role in it. For example, if a passenger in the car has alcohol in his/her blood and is killed, that passenger is an alcohol related death even if the driver had no alcohol in his/her blood. (nice way to inflate the problem, isn't it?) "
2. The American Medical Association legal % for being drunk was .15%. Many did not get arrested under the original % of .15, so they pressured the AMA change the # 1/3 lower, then 1/2, so to arrest more people despite. So people get arrested being a bit under the influence, but not official drunk.
3. Talking on the cell phone makes you a worse driver, than driving under the influence.
The average person does not put the US into debt, but the special privileged public sector government officials seem to contribute. They were supposed to be servants for the people, put in by the people. They should not be treated like rock stars, to have the people be servants to them. Politicians have an extravagant lifestyle to work 1/2 a year, while getting paid very well, travel, and being paid by companies in how to vote (bribe). But the crazy thing is, they are not to blame! Most people would do the same, which is why most do it. Look how much money politicians got to vote for Sopa act at politicolnews.com That is just a few from the long list. They also get paid by the opposition to vote against the bill. People are to blame for letting it happen.
Also referenced on:


text:
Useful Gadgets: Oven Rack Push Pull
We believe it's a good idea to keep kitchen gadgets to a minimum. There's nothing worse than a kitchen that's stuffed with useless gizmos. However, every so often, someone comes along and invents something that actually is quite useful.
The wooden oven push-pull is a gadget anyone who has ever repeatedly burned themselves on the oven rack by getting too close, using a moist dishtowel, or trying to squeeze in something without fully pulling out the rack, will love. We also like it because it's all wood - no plastic in sight.
With the notch carved into the base of the adjuster you can pull out the hot oven rack, with a generous twelve inches of clearance between your epidermis and the offending hot metal. To push the rack back in, use the other notch at the end of the push-pull.
- Active Forever, a site with products for people with physical challenges, sells a push-pull for $8.50.
- The Spoon Man makes a beautiful push-pull, with a string for hanging for $4.00.
- Myrtlewood Gallery features two different push-pulls, one for $6.00 and one for $8.00.
5 Comments
Hey, just like the one I made in woodshop in the 7th grade. Had to steal it back from my Mother's kitchen, but 20+ years later still works like a charm.
I make these oven rack adjusters for oak and sell them for $2.00 and everyone loves them. I also make a pot lid holder. It is a 4 X 1" triangle piece of wood with 1/4 in dowel 4" long and drilled into the triangle wood to form a tripod. Place the pot lid on the dowel side and the lid won't spill the water captured in the lid and you lid cools, while you are attending to your food.I also sell these for $2.00.
ARE YOU KIDDING? My great grandmother had one of those and I found it when going through all the stuff after her passing and nobody could tell me what it was for (I was 10 at the time), so it got chucked. :-(
Seems easy enough to make one of your own with a piece of hardwood, some sand paper, and a hack saw... :-D
Dear William Meyer. Do you have a web site where you sell your over rack adjusters and pot lid holder online or somewhere?
debbie g


text:
I had pumpkin ravioli too, and it was presented way to sweet with an apple based sauce. I think if they'd gone more of a savory route like they do with butternut squash ravioli it would have been fine.
I am intrigued by the vodka. Couple friends and I are going to go in on a bottle just to give it a go... if we can find it.
I generally prefer pumpkin in sweet things personally. Although I do NOT like pumpkin pie, go figure. lol I just made pumpkin cranberry granola bars this morning. Super yum! However, I have made a pumpkin black bean chili once and it was delicious. The pumpkin flavor was there but very subtle.
I generally like pumpkin in sweet things
I'm not sure about the Pumpkin flavored pasta, but I have made pumpkin mac-n-cheese and it was amazing.
we go to the pumpkin farm every year
Pumpkin taffy is really good!!


text:
The reality of misogyny as it applies to labeling and sexuality.
(Source: areyoujustgettingby, via vegancatinist)
Mar. 28, 2013
Feb. 14, 2013
(Source: areyoujustgettingby, via vegancatinist)
Jan. 14, 2013
(via veganemelda)
Jan. 13, 2013
(Source: desex-your-ecks, via another-vegan-feminist)
Aug. 1, 2012
(Source: bigbardafree, via veganemelda)
Jun. 20, 2012
(via veganemelda)
Mar. 23, 2012
(Source: feministcatlady, via brieana90)
Mar. 7, 2012
Don't let the Missouri legislature honor Rush Limbaugh
The petition reads: "Don't place a bust of Rush Limbaugh in the State Capitol. If you honor him in this way, you are supporting his reprehensible attacks on women, which is insulting and offensive to the people of Missouri."
Please sign and share, especially if you live in MO.
Feb. 17, 2012
Jan. 26, 2012
Jan. 25, 2012
(via kaitlynthevegan)
Jan. 11, 2012
(Source: factualfeminist, via stfuconservatives)
Dec. 20, 2011
(Source: reclaimyourvoice, via veganemelda)
Dec. 18, 2011
(Source: teddie-marie, via bloodmouthprince-deactivated201)
Dec. 12, 2011
(via veganmudblood)
Heathen. Vegan. Feminist.
love love love:
♥ Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials;
♥ Margaret Atwood (especially the Mad Adam series & The Handmaid's Tale);
♥ The Hunger Games;
♥ The X-Files;
♥ (Mostly) everything Joss Whedon; and
♥ Unicorns, narwhals, time travel & zombies (not necessarily in that order).
Also, I'd rather pretend that season 6 of Lost never happened, and that Alias ended with the 2003 Superbowl episode.
V for Vegan
POP! goes The Vegan.
Animal Rights & Anti-Oppression
The PPP blog
fuck yeah vegan pizza
fuck yeah vegan ice cream
On Twitter: @vegandaemon
On Facebook: kelly.garbato
On Flickr: smiteme