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Milwaukee Bucks: Best and Worst Moves of the Offseason By Aamir Mohammed: Senior Writer at Hoopstuff Best Move: Not resigning Monta Ellis Addition by subtraction! The departure of Monta Ellis will ultimately end up being a blessing in disguise for this Milwaukee roster. A ball dominant shooting guard, playing the point and shooting a paltry 28 percent from three, is the type of player that can destroy the flow of any offense. During his time with the Golden State Warriors, Ellis was known for shooting and willing his team back into games. In his tenure with the Bucks, he was known more for shooting the team out of games. While Ellis did average 19.4 points per game last season, he did it while leading the league in shot attempts per game. Monta Ellis is nothing more than a high volume shooting two-guard, who is simply just not worth the contract he sought. Milwaukee will be forever thankful they did not retain his services. Worst Move: Bucks trade J.J. Redick, acquire two second rou...
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Voting has begun for the 2012 Shorty Awards and we are excited to share that Natasha's The Younge Hollywood Blast Daily is a nominee for the Best Magazine in Social Media in the News and Media category.
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Speaking of, I've never done anything but story and a failed Aether path attempt in Twilight Arbor. I really need to work up the nerve to ask some nice guildy/pug to talk me through that dungeon.
Are you EU or NA? ) If EU, which dungeons are you interested…
Yeah, that's a bit sad, but I hope you'll find somebody to go with you - TA is a rather fun dungeon ^__^ gl then ))


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Beets are somewhat intimidating, divisive vegetables. Kind of surprising for what is nothing more than a purplish-red bulb. I've heard people say all manner of terrible things about beets. "They taste like dirt" is the most common of these insults, but I've heard others. Let's just say that beets are simply a nonstarter for lots of people. They're something you'd never order at a restaurant and never dream of buying at the grocery store or farmer's market.
I'm really really hoping this salad is going to change all that. At least for a couple of people.
I've been making this salad "freehand" for some time now. It's changed a little over time, but not too much. You can insert or leave out any of the ingredients you'd like. Except the beets. If you leave out the beets, you wouldn't actually have a salad. Or, at least, I don't consider a pile of lightly-dressed asparagus, chopped onion, parsley, nuts and goat cheese to be a salad. Maybe there are those who differ.
A little note about asparagus: I used to be an asparagus size-ist. It's true. If the asparagus in my store was any thicker than a pencil, then I just wasn't buying it. I refused to pay for something if I had to cut off and discard half of the stalks I'd purchased because they were so tough. But here's a pro tip: you can use a potato peeler to remove the tough skin at the bottom of asparagus stalks leaving only the tender flesh below. That's right, y'all. Just peel it away. Save money and eat more veggies. That's the kind of pro tip I like.
As with the ingredients in this recipe, you can really change up the cooking method if you'd like as well. If you're a die-hard veggie boiler, go for it. Like to roast? Have at it! For me, steaming is the best method here (and what you'll find in the recipe below) because I want the cleanest taste of the vegetables to come through so I get that beet-earthiness in every bite.
A note on a somewhat unusual ingredient we're gonna use in this recipe…
Cream of balsamic is a thick, creamy version of balsamic vinegar (similar to a reduction) that is often infused with fruit or nut flavors. Here's the one I use (I paid $7.95 for one bottle). I've noticed creams like this one popping up in grocery stores along with other specialty Italian items like capers and polenta (that I just consider kitchen staples), so check in those areas of your grocery store or call around to some kitchen shops to see if they carry it.
Regular balsamic vinegar is not going to work here because it doesn't have the thickness or sweetness of cream of balsamic. But if you love balsamic, believe me when I tell you that any odyssey you find yourself on to track down a bottle of cream is going to be well worth it. Happy hunting!
- 4 large beets (or 6 medium, or 8 small)
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp minced flat leaf parsley
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2/3 cup chopped pecans (or any nut you'd like)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 tbsp cream of balsamic (use any flavor you like, but I prefer a berry infusion)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- squeeze of lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 oz. goat cheese, chilled
- Peel beets and chop into 1-inch cubes. Steam beets for 12-15 minutes or until fork-tender. Set aside to cool.
- Peel any tough ends from asparagus stalks and cut into 1-inch pieces. Steam asparagus for 6-8 minutes or until fork tender. Set aside to cool.
- Place cooled beets and asparagus, onion, and parsley together in a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
- Set a skillet over medium-low heat for 3-5 minutes. Turn heat down to low and add chopped nuts. Toast nuts for about 4-5 minutes or until you notice the nuts turning golden brown and just begin to smell a nutty aroma.
- Remove nuts from heat immediately and add maple syrup in a slow, steady stream. Syrup will bubble and boil briefly, so be prepared! Stir nuts for several minutes allowing the heat to reduce the syrup. Turn syrup-coated nuts out onto a sheet of parchment paper or buttered aluminum foil and set aside to cool.
- Drizzle vegetables with cream of balsamic. olive oil and lemon juice. Toss to coat. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon portions of salad into bowls or onto plates. Using the tines of a small fork, scrape the surface of the log of goat cheese over the plated salad to create crumbles. Do not add the goat cheese before serving - it will become pink and unsightly from being tossed with the beets. Finish your dish with a few candied nuts and maybe another small drizzle of cream of balsamic.


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Benjamin Powell on Stossel
Recorded: Friday, March 7, 2014
Sr. Fellow Benjamin Powell discusses American infrastructure spending and job creation on Stossel.
Experts: Benjamin W. PowellType: TelevisionIssues: Bureaucracy and Government, Economic Policy, Labor and Employment
Robert Higgs - Crisis, Leviathan, and the National Security State
Recorded: Thursday, February 27, 2014
"Crisis, Leviathan, and the National Security State" by Robert Higgs was a speech sponsored by The Future of Freedom Foundation February 15, 2014 at the 2014 International Students for Liberty Conference in Washington D.C.
Experts: Robert HiggsType: TelevisionIssues: Constitutional Law, Defense and Foreign Policy, Economic Policy, Free Speech, Freedom, Government Power, History (U.S), Nationalism, Political Ideology and Philosophy, Politics, Privacy, Terrorism and National Crises
Ivan Eland on South Africas Platinum Workers Strike
Recorded: Monday, January 27, 2014
Sr. Fellow Ivan Eland appears on Arise TV to discuss the economy in South Africa, which is facing a strike against platinum producers, threatening to plunge the countrys economy into a deeper hole.
Experts: Ivan ElandType: TelevisionIssues: Business, Economic History and Development (International), Economic Policy, Labor and Employment
Alvaro Vargas Llosa on CBN News
Recorded: Friday, June 21, 2013
Senior Fellow Alvaro Vargas Llosa, author of Global Crossings shares his insights on immigration reform on CBN News.
Experts: Alvaro Vargas LlosaType: TelevisionIssues: Culture/ Society, Immigration, Labor and Employment, Political Ideology and Philosophy, Politics
Benjamin Powell on Expiring Unemployment Benefits & Congressional Insider Trading
Recorded: Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Benjamin Powell, Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute, engages with Judge Napolitano on Fox Business Network's Freedom Watch about expiring unemployment benefits and Congressional insider trading .
Experts: Benjamin W. PowellType: TelevisionIssues: Banking and Finance, Economic Policy, Labor and Employment
Emily Skarbek on U.S. Government Policies and Unemployment
Recorded: Monday, January 17, 2011
Emily Skarbek on International PressTV discusses how poor U.S. government policies create or exacerbate unemployment.
Experts: Emily C. SkarbekType: TelevisionIssues: Economic Policy, Labor and Employment
John C. Goodman: Obamacares Effect on Jobs
Recorded: Saturday, October 30, 2010
Research Fellow John C. Goodman, author of Priceless: Curing the Healthcare Crisis discusses with Mike Huckabee the potential job losses as a result of Obamacare.
Experts: John C. GoodmanType: TelevisionIssues: Health Care, Labor and Employment
Charles Peña on Closing U.S. Military Bases
Recorded: Sunday, January 17, 2010
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Originally aired on January 17, 2010 on "Two-Way Street." Charles Peña, Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute, joins a panel of foreign policy experts to support the discussion topic: The U.S. should close its military bases around the world.
Experts: Charles V. PeñaType: TelevisionIssues: Defense and Foreign Policy, Fiscal Policy/Debt, Government Waste/Pork, Labor and Employment


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Some things just leave you speechless.
Wordless Wednesday
by Ace of Bass on October 10, 2012
How to get stuff done
by TheBenevolentSiren on September 25, 2012
- Go to a public place, preferably where caffeinated hot beverages are served.
- Drink a hot beverage.
- Play John Mayer's album Battle Studies (or music of equivalent mellowness) through noise-reducing headphones, thereby creating for yourself a private world of focused concentration.
- Start.
The rest will take care of itself. Take it from someone who knows.
-Benevolent Siren
Velodyne Supports the Community: Music Matters Family Festival
by Penny Lane on September 19, 2012
Surf Spot Restaurant. 4627 Coast Highway. http://surfspoteats.com/ For more information on Music Matters in Pacifica visit http://www.musicmattersinpacifica.org/.
It may be September, but I'm listening to Christmas music anyway.
by TheBenevolentSiren on September 18, 2012
Why? Because Christmas music is lovely, and it's finally starting to get cool in Massachusetts (from whence I am now blogging). As I haven't lived through an East Coast winter in a decade, the cool seasons are a single unit in my sense memory; cool weather simultaneously means Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. And since Halloween music is goofy and the soundtrack to Thanksgiving is usually just a chorus of killjoys reminding me that the pilgrims were actually jerks to the native people, Christmas music is my go-to source for cool-weather jams.
Here are 5 beautiful Christmas-y songs that are good enough to listen to all year long.
- River, cover by Sarah McLachlan
- All That I Want by The Weepies
- O Holy Night as performed, a capella, by 'NSYNC
- Better Days by The Goo Goo Dolls
- Where Are You Christmas by Faith Hill (from Dr. Seuss's How The Grinch Stole Christmas)
Who else out there is bucking society's oppressive rules regarding seasonal song selection? Can I get an amen?
-Benevolent Siren
How to work through the pain of a breakup…
by TheBenevolentSiren on September 13, 2012
…A band breakup, that is. When your favorite musical group parts ways or retires, a very real grieving process starts to take place. And darn it, you should grieve. You know who isn't sad when their favorite band goes away? Robots, and no one else.
Anyway, here are the 5 stages of grief seen through the lens of a band breakup.
- Denial. Do you find yourself saying, "REMluvr67 must be misinformed. What does the moderator of an R.E.M. fan message board know about R.E.M. breaking up??" If so, you're in denial. Don't worry, this won't last; the band frontperson will confirm the rumors soon enough. All you have to do at this stage is go about your day until the official news sources start reporting the band's demise.
- Anger. How dare the artist in question do this to you? Doesn't he/she/they know that you NEED THEIR MUSIC TO SURVIVE? They clearly must not have considered the consequences to you personally. Jerks. You should boycott the fan message boards and temporarily stop listening to their music in protest.
- Bargaining. Incessantly inundate the band's official Twitter feed with requests for one last show. Inform the Internet ether that you'll donate your kidney if they'll just do one last studio album. Yell at the Internet about it all you want. You're going through something here, and if your friends care about you, they'll listen. (Or ignore you. You'll never know–it's the Internet.) After your 50th tweet or 8th status update (whichever comes first), let yourself fall into step 4:
- Depression. Make a playlist of the band's saddest songs. Title it "END OF THE WORLD" and listen on repeat. Curl up on your bed clutching one of their albums, sobbing "whyyy??" over and over. Feel sorry for yourself. Wallow. Wear sweatpants. Eat ice cream. Don't shower. Maybe take a mental health day. Make sure to put a cap on how long you allow yourself to do this, though; maybe make it a long weekend.
- Acceptance. This one takes some doing, and it's the hardest, but it's also the most gratifying. After you've handled your depression, set aside a block of time to hold a vigil. Collect all your band memorabilia in one comfortable and private place, invest in a killer pair of headphones, and make sure everyone knows you're not to be interrupted. (Also, if you're inclined to wear eye makeup usually, maybe don't during the vigil. You'll want to be sob-proof.) Listen to their entire discography in order, taking time to remember all the times in your life that each song/album got you through. Remember the first time you saw them live. Remember the bad breakup that had you crying onto their metaphorical shoulder as you listened to that one song on repeat. Remember the happiest they've ever made you. Bring up the memories methodically, allow them to take you back to each moment in succession, and live briefly in the emotion of those moments. Smile. Cry. Breathe deeply. Write, if you're so inclined. And then remind yourself that you'll always have those memories, and the music that scored them.
And if that fails, tell yourself they weren't that great anyway. Sniff.
-Benevolent Siren
Music Between the Generations
by Summer Muse on August 16, 2012
There have always been great chasms separating generations, but none so much as right now. We live in the era of technology, the Technocratic Age, and we youngsters are eager to adopt new technologies. The older generation, namely our grandparents, has more trouble with them. Perhaps they don't want them, perhaps they don't like them, perhaps they don't understand the need for them. But the fact remains that while the younger generation embraces new technology, the older generation keeps its distance.
I don't claim that technology is the sole perpetrator of creating the chasm, but merely of widening it. Music can be a great dividing force.
When was the last time you saw an elderly man rapping along with Pit Bull? When was the last time you saw a high school student belting out one of Andrea Bocelli's operas? I'm not saying that this never happens, but in general, the elder generation sticks with classical, opera, etc., while the younger generation sticks with pop, hip-hop, rap, etc.
When my family goes to my grandparents' house for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a birthday, my grandfather always breaks into song before we sit down to dinner. He is a very good singer, to tell the truth, but his style clashes with all of his grandchildren's preferences. My younger siblings all groan as he begins to sing, and they all shout loudly in efforts to drown him out. All in good fun, of course.
It is true that music preferences vary greatly among all types of people, but the greatest difference lies between age groups, between the generations. There will always be something separating the generations. This time, it's music.
I have to say, though, that classical music and younger people can mix well. Seriously. Check out Chris Mann from "The Voice" :
Rap and older people can mix too. Seriously. Case in point, Betty White"
Music can also be a uniting force between the generations too. We just have to be willing to step out of our comfort zones and give it a try!
Music's Effect on the Brain
by Summer Muse on August 13, 2012
Has music ever cheered you up? Has it ever helped you remember something you forgot? It probably has, and if it hasn't happened to you yet, it likely will. Music has the ability to affect your brain in many different ways, from enhancing your workout to boosting your immune system.
One useful side effect of listening to music lies in the recollection of memories. When you listen to a song you know well, you might be reminded of a certain time, place, or memory. That memory had been forgotten, but when you heard the song, it came rushing back as if it were yesterday. We all have unique ways of remembering things. Personally, when recalling a memory, I have a single image, a snapshot of the memory in one moment, and the accompanying worded explanation. But I have that single image. When I listen to Frou Frou's "Let Go," I remember a majestic mountain range, captured through the windshield of an old van, the snow-capped peaks complimenting the song's lyrics of absolute beauty. The song retrieves a memory that I can only remember when I hear the song. As I write this, I am listening to the song. I have to, to remember. Many of my songs have the same effect. Perhaps my method of recalling memories is unique to me, but I doubt it. Listening to music you know stimulates a region of the brain known as the hippocampus, which handles long-term memory storage. So if you're having trouble remembering something but can remember what song you were listening to at the time, then your best bet is to listen to that song.
If you're starting to feel stressed or ill, music could be the cure. Music has been proven to boost the immune system. Slow, soothing music is known to decrease stress, as it decreases the level of the stress hormone cortisol. Fast, upbeat music is known to increase the level of antibodies in your system, effectively boosting your immune system. I know that listening to Afrocelt's "Persistence of Memory" eases the tension of the day, relaxes me. And Peter Gabriel's "Shock the Monkey" always puts a smile on my face. Next time you're not feeling your best, a nice upbeat song might be the perfect thing for you.
Music can help you decrease anxiety and keep yourself from choking up when placed under pressure. Humorous, light-hearted songs decrease anxiety and are perfect for before meetings and presentations. Some such songs are Weird Al Yankovic's "Fat," some of Jonathan Coulton's or They Might Be Giants' songs, or Monty Python's "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life." These songs distract your brain and make you laugh enough to keep you from choking up or freezing.
When exercising, listening to music can increase exercising strength. It can help you run, swim, or bike faster for longer. Fast-paced music distracts your attention, while at the same time pushes your heart and muscles to work harder and at a faster pace. Music makes exercising much more enjoyable, and much easier.
The delivery system for this music must be quality if you want the best results. But you can't tote around a boombox when you're running or swimming. No, for that you need an MP3 player. And that means headphones. But not all headphones are adequate for such things. Many are ill-fitting, and fall out as soon as you start moving around. Velodyne's vPulse in-ear headphones have ear adapters for all ear sizes, providing the user a perfect seal for balanced sound and ensuring they stay put. This makes them ideal for exercising, and for all occasions, really. If you want these effects of music, you need the right headphones.
Must-Hear Song of the Day: Semi-Charmed Life by Third Eye Blind
by TheBenevolentSiren on July 7, 2012
It's practically against the law to be in a bad mood during the summer. The sun aggressively blocks out negativity in favor of pool parties, BBQs, and boardwalk rides. Even if you're dealing with some Issues, the mandatory joie de vivre that accompanies July and August will sweep them under the rug–at least until September rolls around.
That's why Semi-Charmed Life by Third Eye Blind is the perfect summer anthem. As I explained in an earlier post, this song is so catchy and upbeat that you'd never guess it's about crippling drug addiction. An overwhelmingly cheerful chorus of "doo-doo-doo, doo-doo-doo-doo" coats the tragic lyrics in an impenetrable layer of joyful mania, and it's impossible to be anything but happy when you sing along. Whether or not your summertime smiles are masking a darker truth, this song is a choice accompaniment for all your picnics, beach days, and volleyball tournaments. (That's what people do in the summer, right?)
-Benevolent Siren
What should be done about illegal music downloading?
by TheBenevolentSiren on June 22, 2012
Recently, David Lowery of The Trichordist penned a thoughtful, impassioned and well-reasoned response to NPR's All Things Considered intern Emily White, who stated on her employer's blog that she engaged in illegal downloading and filesharing. Lowery laid out the anti-torrenting argument as well as I've seen anyone do it, highlighting its negative impact on the future of the music industry and the devastating effects it has on the >99% of music artists that aren't dominating the radio waves. That said, I'm not sure any quantity of cogent arguments will be enough to fix this problem. Here's why:
Simply put, people are motivated by incentives and disincentives. The incentives to download illegally are obvious; it's free, easy and fast. The disincentives, which include a (very remote) chance of legal ramifications, poor audio quality and a moral tangle, are not always strong enough to overcome the incentives. In order to affect behavior on a large scale, one must manipulate incentives and disincentives.
This brings me to the practical side of this debate: assuming the goal is the elimination of illegal downloading, which disincentives should be magnified, and which incentives tempered? Just as crucially, whose job is it to do this? Looking at the dis/incentives laid out above, those who are losing money due to illegal downloading (i.e. the entire music industry) have a few options. It's like a choose-your-own-adventure novel, but without all the cool dragons and stuff:
Option A: Reduce the incentive to download illegally by making it harder. In other words, take away the widespread availability of illegal mp3s by targeting filesharing sites. This option has been explored by the government as well as the music industry; Metallica (followed by large record companies and other industry leaders) famously sued filesharing platform Napster in 2000, while the US Justice Department brought Megaupload to its knees in January of this year. Alas, this hasn't stopped illegal downloading, and new sites will continue to crop up as long as filesharing continues to be profitable (i.e. forever).
Option B: Increase the legal risk of illegal downloading. This has been tried too; according to the New York Times, the industry sued thousands between 2003 and 2008, but ended up losing money due to litigation fees despite collecting handsome fines. Plus, making an example out of a few did nothing to stop the many; illegal downloads continued, and the industry gave up this approach in 2009.
Option C: Bring morality to the forefront. This is what David Lowery does masterfully in his article, and it's what ads such as the one below attempt to do. Unfortunately, for whatever reason, the message hasn't really hit home on a wide enough scale to make a difference. I'm sure you can think of plenty of examples of money trumping morals, and the reality is it would take, at the very least, a much more well-funded campaign of these ads to make anyone feel genuine remorse for their torrenting transgressions.
Option D: Add a new disincentive. Surprise: the industry's trying this one too. As of July 2011, internet service providers such as Time Warner, Comcast, AT&T and Verizon have joined the fight by threatening noncompliant customers with numerous warning notices and slower service (info via NYT). I personally know someone who's been on the receiving end of one of these warnings, and so far it does appear to have made an impact on her. Still, it remains to be seen whether this will be effective enough to save the bottom line of the music industry. I'm personally not very optimistic. Unless these warnings are consistently backed by more concrete consequences, which they aren't as far as I can tell, my guess is they won't have enough clout to overcome the allure of unlimited free music.
The moral of the story is this: the industry has explored a wide variety of avenues in its attempts to eliminate illegal downloading, with largely discouraging results. Maybe the next step is to look for a new revenue model. This would be a dramatic and painful paradigm shift in the music industry, but those happen all the time in response to new technology and consumer activities. Instead of fighting the tide of illegal downloading, the music industry might do well to evolve new ways of monetizing its product. For instance, artists can preempt illegal downloads by offering name-your-own-price high-quality MP3s on their own sites, generating a high volume of site traffic (which can be monetized with ad revenues). Also, while Kickstarter success stories aren't the norm, the site can still be a powerful way to get projects off the ground. Finally, while touring revenues for smaller artists aren't very profitable in their current form (as David Lowery explains), live music in some form might prove to be a better source of income if the model is reexamined.
Ultimately, I'm not sure what the answer is, but I'm inclined to think the onus of change will ultimately fall on the shoulders of those who stand to lose the most money. And the sooner the music industry embraces the tides of change, the better its chances of remaining relevant–and therefore, profitable.
–Benevolent Siren
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12 Moms Share Their Supermom Powers
From picking things up with our toes, to our superhuman hearing, here are 12 "superpowers" from real moms across the country.
12 Supermom Powers
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Adrenaline Powers
Since I've been back to work, I've realized how powerful mom adrenaline is. I find myself able to teach after only getting four hours of sleep a night—and sometimes it's not even four hours straight. After all, baby doesn't care that mama has to go to work!
Limb Powers
"I have the power of cooking one-handed and picking things up with my toes (all while holding at least one child)." —Chelsea Anne Nelson, mom of two from Washington.
Smelling Powers
"I have the power of detecting the smell of poop." —Darcy Zalewski, mom of two from Wisconsin.
Multitasking Powers
"I have the power of wiping bottoms, cooking dinner, cleaning a spill, playing a word game, helping with homework, and doing laundry all at the same time with no cross-contamination." —Mary Beth Cox, mom of two from Virginia.
Patience Powers
"I have the power of ultimate patience." —Shira Brewer, mom of two from Seattle, WA.
Twin Powers
"I have the superpower to breastfeed twins." —Melissa Schmidt, mom of two from California.
Dinner Powers
"I have the power of making a dinner from seemingly nothing." —Brandy Mann from North Carolina.
Wrong Day Powers
"I have the power of getting the day wrong for any important event: class parties, pajama day, picnic day, etc." —Joanna Osborne, mom of two from Texas.
Late Fee Powers
"I have the power of getting library books back late. Every time. My family deserves it's own wing. 'The Hajer Wing of Late Book Fees' has a nice ring." —Jenn Hajer, mom of two from Illinois.
Booger Powers
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- Protein: 3.4g
- Carbohydrate: 14g
- Fiber: 2.5g
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- Sodium: 125mg
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- 1. Combine butter and honey; stir well. Spread about 1/2 teaspoon butter mixture over each bread slice.
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If the place looks huge, that's because it is huge! The red carpet marks the tournament area, off limits to visitors like me.
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Why gun stocks soared after Obama's win
In a repeat of 2008, traders anticipated an increase in firearm sales after the election.
In a reaction that surprised absolutely no one, investors rushed into gun stocks after President Barack Obama's win, expecting firearm sales to soar soon.
Gun makers Smith & Wesson Holding (SWHC) and Sturm Ruger (RGR) rose sharply Wednesday in a repeat of sorts of the response to Obama's first presidential victory in 2008. The stocks were up again in Thursday's trading. Gun stocks have performed well over the four years of Obama's term. Sturm Ruger, for example, rose from $7.04 on Election Day in 2008 to $50 Thursday.
But investors think the stocks have farther to go, propelled by fears that Obama will crack down on guns in his second term.
Sturm Ruger shares rose 6.8% Wednesday and another 4.8% Thursday. Smith & Wesson shares rose 9.6% Wednesday and another 3.8% Thursday. By comparison, the Standard & Poor's 500 Index ($INX) fell nearly 2.4% Wednesday and was down slightly Thursday.
The National Rifle Association certainly contributed to fears of expanded gun control in Obama's second term. "An anti-gun Supreme Court, a U.N. Arms Trade Treaty, and a sweeping gun ban aren't just a possibility in a second Obama term," the association's CEO, Wayne LaPierre, wrote on the group's website. "They're a near certainty."
But Obama hasn't taken much action on gun control. In fact, he signed legislation allowing loaded guns into national parks and on Amtrak trains. Still, in the second presidential debate, Obama mentioned the possibility of keeping automatic weapons out of the hands of criminals and the mentally ill.
"Part of it is seeing if we can get an assault weapons ban reintroduced, but part of it is also looking at other sources of the violence, because frankly, in my hometown of Chicago, there's an awful lot of violence, and they're not using AK-47s, they're using cheap handguns," he said.
That comment may have triggered a consumer fear that gun sales will see tighter regulations. In October, the number of federal background checks on potential gun buyers rose 10.6% from the month before to 1.61 million, according to the FBI.
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A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
The President took an oath to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States. If he fails to do this, and violates the 2nd Amendment, he should be impeached as a traitor to the country and then punished accordingly.
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Fear, fear, fear! Look at the chickens run! Let's get a gun and hide in the basement from the guy who fought the Republicans for the last 4 years, passed a gun law, allowing guns to be carried into National Parks!
What is wrong with so many Americans that still believe the answer to fear is hate? What will any gun resolve! Will a gun make a timid person less likely to kill a bully? No!
Will a gun ever replace negotiation in ending a war? No war ever ended without the latter taking place!
Why would purchasing a killing device make anyone feel better about themselves? Why would carrying a gun ever make us believe the world would be a safer place if all people carried guns?
While rifles and shotguns can have value for hunters, who rely on hunted food to adorn their tables, a handgun has no real purpose, except for killing people!
To own a handgun, each person must acknowledge they are pre-meditating "murder" if they ever use one in a fit of anger, or they are pre-mediitating homicide, in the case of self defense!
Most handguns, used in crimes, are unregistered and stolen! Children, playing with unattended handguns are the results of having a loaded weapon in proximaty to them!
A locked up, safe, handgun, will typically be unavailable for use when a robbery occurs!
A handgun wileding robber, upon seeing an armed homeowner or shop owner, are much more likely to discharge their weapon first!
So, sleep well, grab your bibles, and hope God will defend you! Why would we need a gun if we have entriusted our lives to the gospel and the "Thou Shalt Not Kill" passage as the bible commands?
Guns never make us sleep better! Guns only convince us to do stupid things, because we have a gun to fall back upon! That is stupidity in a nutshell!
In the last 4 years of President Obama gave more rights to gun owners, NOT LESS. I voted for President Obama i own
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I hunt with my weapons and shoot at Busch cans. I have no concern that this President will take away my ability to own or carry my weapons. If my memory serves me correctly he was suppose to do that in the first term...but if i'm not also mistaken the Aztec calender says the world is coming to an end in the next month so owning a weapon legally or illegally is not going to matter to much. There are nuts that dont need guns, just like some dont need to drink alcohol, but they have and they do. Thats why you have different parts of the Governing body to keep in check the whole body.
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Medications That Improve Sleep and Reduce Chronic Back Pain
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Choose a comfortable mattress and pillow. You don't have to spend thousands of dollars on a mattress. Studies show that a medium-firm mattress is best for most people. The key is to use whatever is comfortable for you. If your mattress is too firm, you can add an egg crate mattress pad. Pillows come in all shapes and sizes. Find the one that's right for you.
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OTTAWA, Nov. 30, 2012 /CNW/ - Espial(R) Group Inc. ("Espial" or the "Company"), (TSX: ESP), Espial, a leader in on-demand TV software and solutions, today announced that it has entered into a co-operation agreement pursuant to which Espial has offered to acquire all of the outstanding shares of ANT plc ("ANT") in exchange for all cash consideration of £0.205 per outstanding share. The Offer values the issued ordinary share capital of ANT at approximately £5 million. ANT's board of directors has announced its support of the acquisition and has recommended that shareholders accept the offer. Espial has already received irrevocable undertakings to vote in favour of the acquisition from holders of 47% of ANT's outstanding shares. The acquisition is expected to close in Q1, 2013 pending receipt of necessary shareholder, court, regulatory and other customary approvals.
ANT - headquartered in Cambridge UK - provides IP, Hybrid and Connected TV products and services. Their customers include major TV manufacturers, set-top box vendors, broadcasters and service providers. ANT has successfully deployed its high performance software featuring rich HTML5 user experiences across set-top boxes, tablets and smart phones. In addition, ANT has built significant industry thought leadership through standards initiatives where, for example, they are a founding member of HbbTV which is Europe's leading HTML5-based hybrid broadcast broadband TV standard.
"Multiscreen video services on set-top boxes, smart TVs, tablets, PCs and smart phones are quickly becoming the new expectation for today's consumers. Delivering a superior user experience across these devices is a critical element to the success of TV service providers" said Jaison Dolvane, CEO of Espial. "The acquisition of ANT provides Espial with the increased scale, resources and depth of experience to extend our HTML5 market leadership. ANT provides rich expertise in delivering HTML5 user interfaces and applications as well as delivering complex vertically integrated client software solutions. We believe the acquisition of ANT will extend our capabilities to establish Espial as a clear market leader as TV service providers aggressively move to IP video delivery. We're excited about this combination and are committed to continue working with ANT's existing customers and partners to ensure their ongoing success"
Espial believes the combined company operations will provide strong synergies including:
- Increased revenue and customer base.
- Increased scale and resources to deliver rich HTML5 user experiences and integrated clients across set-top boxes and multi-screen devices.
- Expanded customer footprint in Europe, North America and Asia including major TV operators, set-top box manufacturers and Smart TV manufacturers.
- Additional depth of intellectual property including client and user experience products, technologies and patents.
- Increased presence of European operations.
"The TV market has continuously evolved to bring an ever richer set of video services to consumers over managed networks and the open Internet to a wide range of consumer devices" said Royston Hoggarth, Chairman of ANT. "The combination of Espial and ANT provides the increased scale and HTML5 expertise for Espial to further its leadership position in this very valuable market. We believe the combination of these two market leaders will benefit and help intercept the growth of this market".
Readers are cautioned that the proposed acquisition is subject to ANT shareholder approval, sanction by the Court, and various other customary closing conditions. There can be no assurance that the proposed transaction will be completed on the terms described in this press release, on the expected timeline or at all.
About Espial
Espial is a leading supplier of digital TV and IPTV software and solutions to cable and telecommunications operators as well as consumer electronics manufacturers. Espial's middleware, video-on-demand, and browser products power a diverse range of pay-TV and Internet TV business models. Over 10 million licenses of its patented software are in use across the world. Espial is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada and has offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Visit www.espial.com or contact via phone at +1 613 230 4770.
About ANT
ANT plc (www.antplc.com) develops and deploys embedded software solutions and services for the TV industry. Its Galio Suite, a browser, client and applications stack, is an open standards based, flexible application & middleware solution for a wide range of consumer TV platforms. Using its experience of TV, ANT provides powerful solutions to its customers by combining consultancy and engineering services with its highly capable platform products.
ANT's software has been extensively deployed by customers throughout the world including ADB, Amino, Bouygues Telecom, Cisco, Chunghwa Telecom, Coship, HwaCom, France Telecom, Humax, Pirelli, Sagemcom, Samsung, Technicolour, Telecom Italia and YouSee. ANT plc's shares are listed on AIM, a London Stock Exchange regulated market, under the ticker ANTP (Reuters: ANTP.L, Bloomberg: ANTP.LN).
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This press release contains information that is forward looking information with respect to Espial within the meaning of Section 138.4(9) of the Ontario Securities Act (forward looking statements) and other applicable securities laws. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of terms such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "intend", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "continue" or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. In particular, statements or assumptions about the completion of the proposed acquisition of ANT and the timing thereof, the anticipated synergies of such acquisition, economic conditions, benefits of new customer and partner relationships, future opportunities for the company and products and any other statements regarding Espial's objectives (and strategies to achieve such objectives), future expectations, beliefs, goals or prospects are or involve forward-looking information.
Forward-looking information is based on certain factors and assumptions. While the company considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to it, they may prove to be incorrect. Forward-looking information, by its nature necessarily involves known and unknown risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements or could cause our current objectives and strategies to change, including but not limited to the satisfaction of all closing conditions in respect of the proposed acquisition, Espial's ability to successful integrate ANT's operations into its existing operations, changing conditions and other risks associated with the on-demand TV software industry and the market segments in which Espial operates, competition, Espial's ability to effectively develop its distribution channels and generate increased demand for its products, economic conditions, technological change, unanticipated changes in our costs, regulatory changes, litigation, the emergence of new opportunities, many of which are beyond our control and current expectation or knowledge.
Additional risks and uncertainties affecting Espial can be found in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Results of Operations and Financial Condition for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011 filed on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. If any of these risks or uncertainties were to materialize, or if the factors and assumptions underlying the forward-looking information were to prove incorrect, actual results could vary materially from those that are expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained herein and our current objectives or strategies may change. Espial assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements that speak only as of the date hereof.
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Hot Topic Tuesday: How Do You Feel About Restaurant Special Orders?
Written on April 3, 2012 at 5:29 pm , by Karla Walsh
Later this week, pizza giant Domino's will begin airing commercials that, in the words of Amy Winehouse, will say "no, no, no" to customers who want to make special orders. While slice lovers can still top as they please on regular pies, they must order artisan pizzas as-is. According to Domino's, their chefs have worked so hard to balance the flavors—and they want diners to experience them just that way.
Many higher-end restaurants have had a "no special order" policy for years, with management citing kitchen efficiency or chef preference as the cause. As a special orderer myself (hold the mayo, please), I appreciate having the option to slightly tweak the menu offerings to suit my tastes and dietary preferences. I figure if I'm making small requests while being polite and leaving a larger tip, it should all work out. But Domino's and others seem to think otherwise.
How about you: Do you feel that those who request different preparations are being too picky? Or do you like the option to make your meal you own?
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Categories: Healthy Eating, Nutrition, The Fit Stop | Tags: dining out, Hot Topic Tuesday, hot topics, menu, restaurant meals
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Hot Topic Tuesday: A Picture's Worth A Thousand Words
Written on March 27, 2012 at 5:49 pm , by Samantha Shelton
Admit it: you spend more time on Facebook than you probably should. It's OK, we all do it. But did you know that every time you take a peek at someone's page, especially their profile picture, you're making a snap judgment? At least, that's what a new study from a team of researchers at Ohio State University says.
The study had 195 college students peering at one of four mock profiles of someone who appeared to be a fellow student. Everyone looked at the photo and "about me" section. After review, participants were asked to rate how extroverted they thought the student was on a scale of 1 (least extroverted) to 7 (most extroverted). The majority of people make the final call based on pictures, not words. If the picture made the person appear outgoing and fun, that's how they were rated, regardless of the text. Same goes if you switch the scenario.
Of course, there's an exception to every rule: if the image appeared out of the ordinary or placed someone in a negative light, participants took the time to read the profile and really determine what kind of person the student was. So if you're looking for someone to really evaluate your profile, try an unexpected image or a more somber-looking one.
In a world where we're constantly bombarded with information, it makes sense that people are looking for a quick summation of traits wherever they can. But what about not judging a book by its cover? Either way, if you're looking to impress someone for say, a job, cleaning up your profile and activating the security options might not be a bad idea.
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Now you tell us: Stop and think about your recent profile views. Do you form an opinion based on images alone? Should people bother taking the time to read up about someone?
Categories: Motivation, The Fit Stop | Tags: facebook, Hot Topic Tuesday, hot topics, psychology
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Hot Topic Tuesday: The Cinnamon Challenge
Written on March 20, 2012 at 5:11 pm , by Karla Walsh
A disturbing, strange trend is making the rounds in schools and on YouTube. Have you heard of the Cinnamon Challenge? The "dare" is to swallow a tablespoon of ground cinnamon, without drinking anything, in less than one minute.
While it's been flying under our radar until recently, the Cinnamon Challenge has been around since the early 2000s. It gained popularity recently across the globe when Big Brother UK used it as a challenge in 2011, and last month Illinois Governor Pat Quinn tried it on-air during a radio show. More than 30,000 individuals attempting the challenge have uploaded videos online involving the challenge, and some have more than 10 million views!
Cinnamon is certainly nutritious when you use it sparingly in recipes (it can lower blood pressure and cholesterol). In this case, however, it can be downright dangerous. Since it's nearly impossible to avoid inhaling some of the spice, it's very irritating to your lungs. The challenge often causes severe coughing and can even lead to pneumonia or an asthma attack, health experts have claimed. Even a site dedicated to the challenge includes a disclaimer that says, "It's going to burn. You are going to cough, and regret you tried…" Yet many still give it a shot, trying to prove to their pals that they have the nerve (and kids have even been found to sneak cinnamon into school inside roomy boots to try this).
Now tell us: Have you talked to your youngsters about this topic? What do you think school leadership and others can do to limit the popularity of the Cinnamon Challenge?
Categories: Health, The Fit Stop | Tags: cinnamon, Cinnamon Challenge, Hot Topic Tuesday, hot topics, kids health
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Hot Topic Tuesday: How Far Would You Go For Good Athletic Performance?
Written on March 13, 2012 at 3:27 pm , by Karla Walsh
How does stepping into a room cooled to -250 degrees sound? What if you were donning just sports bras, shorts and socks?
Certain athletes in the UK are taking their workout cooldowns very seriously, in hopes that the frigid temps will help them recover more quickly after intense workouts. Rugby players in Wales use beyond freezing "cryotherapy chambers" during training camp, as do Olympic track and field stars. They stand in them for about the length of one song to reduce inflammation and "allow them to train in a way that would be impossible under normal conditions," according to one athlete quoted in a Wales Online story. In fact, the Wales rugby team has reached the World Cup semi-finals this year, which is their best showing since 1987.
Now, non-athlete residents of Poland have the opportunity to try out the cold closets themselves after their sessions on the elliptical machines. FITNESS experts have noted that a slightly tamer method of this concept, like taking an ice bath after a workout, can help prevent soreness down the road. But it does bring on a severe case of the shivers.
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Now tell us: Would you be willing to soak in an ice bath to recover more quickly? How about hanging out in a beyond-freezing room?
Categories: Fitness, Health, Motivation, The Fit Stop | Tags: athletes, Hot Topic Tuesday, ice, Olympics, rugby
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Hot Topic Tuesday: Is There Such a Thing As Too Fit, Too Soon?
Written on March 6, 2012 at 3:06 pm , by Karla Walsh
Watch this video and try to keep your jaw off the floor! Claudi and Giuliano Stroe, ages 5 and 7, might just be the strongest grade school kids we've ever seen. While we feel accomplished if we can knock out a few standard pull-ups, these two adorable boys from Romania are completing the so-called "human flag" (picture them hanging horizontally from a floor-to-ceiling bar) and doing a pull-up motion from that position.
Like this 10-year-old bodybuilder we told you about last summer, this pair trains…and they train hard. They began exercising when they were 2 and now hit the weights with their dad for two hours every morning.
Which brings us to today's hot topic discussion: Do you think that it's healthy and inspiring for these kids to start so young? We've all seen the startling childhood obesity statistics, and these kids are certainly not following that trend. But there is something to be said about letting active kids be kids (not mini-adults) with their jump rope rhymes, Capture the Flag games and bike rides—away from the gym.
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Now tell us: Do you find these fit kids to be motivational wellness all-stars or do you think it's too much too soon?
Categories: Fitness, Motivation, The Fit Stop | Tags: fitness news, Hot Topic Tuesday, kids fitness, Strength Training
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Hot Topic Tuesday: Should Your Doctor Give You an Exercise Rx?
Written on February 28, 2012 at 11:39 am , by Karla Walsh
Whether you're looking to lose a few or not, we all know that exercise plays an important role in overall health, from lowering your blood pressure to decreasing your risk for diabetes. But the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Health Interview Survey found that just one in three patients say that their doctors suggested that they exercise more or keep up with their fitness regimen during their checkups and office visits during the last year.
You know the drill: No matter what your visit is about, your M.D. will check your temperature, peek in your eyes and ears and take your pulse. But do you think it's your doc's responsibility to also check in on your exercise habits? And why don't you think they talk more about physical activity now? (Could it be that they are worried about offending you, crunched with a full patient schedule or perhaps even they have difficulty squeezing in fitness during their packed days?)
Sound off in the comments!
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Categories: Health, Motivation, The Fit Stop | Tags: doctor's visit, exercise habits, Hot Topic Tuesday, hot topics
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Hot Topic Tuesday: Cholesterol Screenings for 9-Year-Olds?
Written on February 14, 2012 at 4:01 pm , by Karla Walsh
There's a lot of talk about hearts lately, seeing as it's Valentine's Day. Here at FITNESS, we're strong believers that if you take care of your ticker from an early age, you'll set your whole body on the right track for the rest of your life. But an interesting report recently published in the journal Pediatrics got us thinking: Should these healthy habits involve more than serving nutritious family dinners and making exercise a priority as a family?
If several medical professionals quoted in the report and in The New York Times have their way, cholesterol screenings may soon be the norm for anyone age 9 and older. They claim that pinpointing genetic and lifestyle risks (family history and childhood obesity, among others) for high cholesterol at a young age can increase life expectancy and promote healthier habits.
But opponents are worried that making these screenings mandatory, rather than just suggesting them for high-risk youth, would be more than just expensive for the health care system. False positives can occur and some fear that doctors may try to "treat" obesity and high cholesterol with a pill rather than promoting healthier ways to manage weight struggles.
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Now tell us: Do you think pediatricians should screen all kids, from 9 and up, for high cholesterol? Or do you think tests will lead excess stress from false positives and over-medication?
Categories: Health, The Fit Stop | Tags: childhood obesity, cholesterol, Hot Topic Tuesday, hot topics, kids fitness
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Hot Topic Tuesday: Would You Buy Your Valentine a Healthy Gift?
Written on February 7, 2012 at 10:31 am , by Karla Walsh
Love is in the air and the hunt is on for the perfect gift for your Valentine. Whether it's for someone you're newly dating or your spouse of many years, a good present can mean a lot. You'll also never live down a bad present, so it's important to get it right!
If your honey is trying to lose a few lbs, you may be thinking that a gym membership or a few workout DVDs would make for a perfect gift. Unfortunately, recipients might read this gesture as "honey, I think you need to spend more time on the treadmill" or "I love you, but I don't love your love handles."
There are a few health-minded gifts that we wouldn't mind unwrapping, like:
- A spa gift card
- Dinner for two at a nice restaurant with healthy options
- Dark chocolate
- Red wine
But just remember to watch your step if you opt for goodies that don't say, "I love you just the way you are!" (And a final hint to guys out there: We love our Spanx, but we can take care of that investment on our own.)
Now tell us: Will you have health in mind during your Valentine's Day shopping? What is the best gift you've ever received on February 14?
Categories: Health, Motivation, The Fit Stop | Tags: gifts, Hot Topic Tuesday, hot topics, Valentine's Day, Weight Loss
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Hot Topic Tuesday: Do You Throw a Healthy Party?
Written on January 31, 2012 at 12:27 pm , by Karla Walsh
With the Super Bowl just days away, many will be hosting gatherings for friends and family to cheer on the athletes (and let's not forget, enjoy the commercials and halftime show)! Just like around holidays, some consider this as an occasion to indulge—the Super Bowl happens only once a year, right?
According to a recent National Restaurant Association survey, 42 percent of Americans say that nutritious options are a mandatory part of their game day spread. While it's certainly better than none, this means about six in 10 get-togethers may not have healthy choices for fans. For some, a Super Bowl party just doesn't feel right if a pizza delivery man isn't invited! We enjoy throwing parties that include options to please all palates and dietary needs (click here for some of our favorite nutritious, crowd-pleasing snacks), but understand that some don't consider bruschetta and sushi to be traditional football-viewing fare.
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Now tell us: Do you consider parties to be a time for all-out indulgence or do you stray from tradition and offer nutritious food options for you and your guests? What will you be snacking on during the big game?
Categories: Healthy Eating, Nutrition, The Fit Stop | Tags: healthy party, Hot Topic Tuesday, hot topics, Super Bowl
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Hot Topic Tuesday: What If You Got Fined for Skipping a Workout?
Written on January 24, 2012 at 9:36 am , by Marianne Magno
Many of us pay a hefty price for a membership, but what if it cost you more money not to go to the gym? That's the concept behind GymPact, an app for your iPhone or iPod Touch (and soon to be on the Android), that lets you set a penalty fee if you don't stick to your gym agenda.
How does it work? You tell the app the number of times you want to go to the gym every week and the amount you're fined if you don't meet your goal. At the gym (or your local park, yoga studio or swimming pool), you can check in using your iPhone's GPS or Wi-Fi on your iPod Touch. If you meet your weekly schedule, you'll get cash from the people who missed their workouts.
Now tell us: Have you tried GymPact? Would getting fined make you stick to your fitness routine?
Categories: Motivation, Workouts | Tags: fitness app, gympact, Hot Topic Tuesday, hot topics, iphone apps
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Economic history is not only about the past - it is also a way to look at the present and the future in the context of accumulated experience. Lund University is renowned for its research in economic history. The programme takes full advantage of this thriving environment, giving our students an invaluable link to state-of-the-art research.
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Horrifying 'River Of Blood' Appears in China
Locals were horrified when a river in China turned blood red with no explanation on Thursday.
Locals were horrified when a river in China turned blood red with no explanation on Thursday.
A breath of fresh air can be hard to find in a city. Here are six pollution-fighting buildings and structures that try to make it much easier.
Chinese officials announced Sunday the government is turning to unmanned aerial drones to help fight pollution. The Ministry of Environmental Protection said the latest effort to enforce China's green laws is already underway. Equipped with infrared cameras, the drones can detect illegal pollution from factories at night, allowing for round-the-clock inspection. "Images sent from these drones have a 0.04-meter resolution," the ministry said in a statement.
These appliances and electronics are gradually take over the world's landfills, leading to a global environmental problem that has so far gone largely unnoticed. The United States is the the greatest perpetrator, generating 9.4 million metric tons of waste -- around 29.8 kilograms per person.
Is your city among the top 10 most polluted in the U.S.? If you live in Texas or California, the answer is probably yes.
James Dyson, best known as the founder of his eponymous vacuum cleaner company, is known for less-than-conventional ideas. From robot vacuums to a sink/hand dryer combination, the inventor has a reputation for thinking outside the box. His newest concept applies this signature approach to a problem much bigger than cleaning our rugs or washing our hands: pollution. Dyson's idea for a vacuum-equipped barge would troll rivers sucking plastic debris and other pollution out of the water.
Dangerously poor air quality conditions are affecting London and other parts of Europe due to a noxious mix of Saharan dust and urban air pollution sources. Residents of London have reported a red layer of dust that accumulated on all surfaces in the city following weekend rains. The poor air quality in London as well as Brussels, Paris and Amsterdam, poses health risks to individuals with suppressed immune systems, respiratory ailments, and the young and elderly, in particular.
Paris, along with several other cities in northern France, is in the midst of a multi-day air pollution crisis, with pollutants hovering at dangerous levels. In response to the pollution, authorities have waived fees on Paris' extensive public transportation system in a bid to discourage car use. A persistent area of high pressure is causing the smog -- it is effectively putting a lid on the atmosphere over Paris and northern France, promoting sinking air and light winds.
As the air pollution situation in China worsens, local officials are turning to drones in a desperate move to combat an environmental crisis threatening to choke the country's booming productivity. The test of the new drone was successfully conducted at an airport in China's Hubei Province on Saturday, giving the country a glimmer of hope that there might be a technological answer to the historic levels of smog currently plaguing the country.
The Pacific Ocean's breeze carries more to the U.S. than surfing waves and warm weather. China's carbon emissions shore up, too. A new study published this week claims that China's air pollution blows across the ocean and increases smog on the West Coast.
Over the weekend, a story that originated in the UK-based Daily Mail went viral among major media outlets across the world. Time, CBS, and the Huffington Post were among the dozens of online news media who published stories about Beijing residents flocking to giant TV screens to see fake sunrises during heavy pollution last week. Most of these stories were accompanied by the same photo of a massive TV screen in Tiananmen Square with a sunrise appearing on it.
Shanghai's iconic skyline has been slowly disappearing all week, cloaked by a thick acrid haze of smog. Reports of heavy pollution have circulated since Monday, but levels hit a new high on Friday. The unprecedented air pollution made it hard for residents to breathe and even see. Authorities halted construction sites and all sporting events, ordered schoolchildren to stay indoors and pulled 30% of government vehicles from the roads.
Dutch artist Daan Roosegaarde plans to use an "electronic vacuum" to combat the smog that regularly inhabits the sky in Beijing, China. This "vacuum" actually consists of copper wires that will be buried under the grass at a park in the city. The wires will create an electrostatic field that will drag pollution particles to the ground.
Noise pollution costs Europe $30.8 billion a year. It increases blood pressure, shortens lives, reduces office productivity by 66%, interferes with learning and concentration and -- along with open-plan offices -- has contributed to a boom in headphone sales. The UK's Noise Abatement Society, an advocacy group for combating "antisocial noise," has responded with a new certification for quiet consumer goods, known as the Quiet Mark.
Hand Tree is a design concept for a personal air purifier that cleans the air around you, and perhaps across our entire planet.
What if air pollution could be converted into something useful, like biofuel? That's the idea behind a new concept by Royal College of Art student Chang-Yeob Lee. Lee wants to transform London's BT Tower -- one of the city's tallest buildings -- into a structure capable of capturing air pollution in the area and then transforming it into usable biofuel.
Singapore is absolutely covered in a thick smog, causing the city's worst pollution levels on record. Forest fires raging in nearby Indonesia and carried over by the wind are to blame for the all-time-high reading of 371 on Singapore's 3-hour Pollutant Standards Index (normal, clear-day readings are in the 0-50 range).
Change takes a long time. Pittsburgh, for its part, did not enact smoke controls until more than a century after travelers described it as hell with the lid off.
The Global Innovation Series is supported by BMW i, a new concept dedicated to providing mobility solutions for the urban environment. It delivers more than purpose-built electric vehicles -- it delivers smart mobility services. Visit bmw-i.com or follow @BMWi on Twitter. We live in very, very loud world.
After meeting with Chinese environmental groups Tuesday, Apple said it plans to hire a third-party auditing firm to investigate 15 of its suppliers suspected of violating environmental regulations, Chinese media reports. Apple sent five unnamed employees to speak to five Chinese environmental groups that had found environmental issues at the factories of 22 possible product parts suppliers.
The latest batch of diplomatic cables unearthed by WikiLeaks reveals China's failure to measure certain pollution levels and the government's silence about the issue. Several newly revealed cables, dating from 2006, show that certain types of air pollution aren't measured at all in China and that the Chinese government has ignored alarming findings from academics and scientists.


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Immersed in the greenery only 5 miles from Arezzo, Relais Badia di Campoleone features 3 characteristic dining halls and a spa center. It also includes a swimming pool and grounds. The spacious and refined rooms are decorated in a classic style. They include air conditioning, cable TV, and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available at the front desk. You can taste homemade dishes of Tuscan cuisine, prepared with local and seasonal products. Tasting samples of local products are organized on site. Relais Badia di Campoleone is surrounded by green areas with paths for hiking, children's corner, tennis court and soccer field. Cocktails and light lunches can be enjoyed at the bar. The on-site spa center provides sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi and various beauty treatments. In Capolona, Relais Badia di Campoleone is about 43 miles from Florence and Siena, and 22 miles from Cortona. Arezzo Train Station is a 20-minute drive away
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Medavy is situated in the Orne (Normandy region) in the north of France at 27 km from Alencon, the department capital. (General information: Medavy is 167 km from Paris).
Popular places to visit nearby include Argentan at 11 km and Alencon at 27 km. For more places to visit and local tourist attractions see the map and listings below.
Some places that we or our contributors have visited and reviewed and can recommend close to Medavy. Note that all distances shown are 'direct' and real driving distances will be greater.
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Below we show places with official tourist classifications and other places of interest to visit nearby that should provide inspiration if you are visiting Medavy and wondering what to do next! Positions of each of these attractions is shown on the map below.
Most beautiful villages in France (see also beautiful French villages) Saint-Ceneri-le-Gerei (34km)
National Monuments Carrouges Chateau (22km)
Recommended detour towns (fr: plus beau détour) Argentan (11km)
Regional Natural Parcs Normandie-Maine (31km)
Remarkable gardens Sassy (6km); Jardins du château de Vendeuvre (37km)
Sites of natural beauty Signal d'Écouves (15km); Forêt d'Écouves (15km); Forêt de Perseigne (32km); Mont du Haut-Fourché (38km); Rochers des Parcs (48km)
Towns of Art and history Orbec (45km)
Listed as villages d'etape - (recommended place to break a long journey) Tourouvre (43km)
Commune: Medavy
Canton: Mortrée
Arrondissement: Argentan
Department: Orne
Region: Normandy
Postcode: 61570
from Alencon (prefecture): 27 km
from Paris: 167 km
from Calais: 283 km
from Nice: 781 km
from Bordeaux: 430 km
from Strasbourg: 563 km
Medavy is in the north of France. Most visitors arrive in one of the cross-challen ferry ports with Caen being especially close, typically within an hours drive. For driving distances to Medavy from anywhere in France see driving distances and route planner.
We have found 12 other places listed nearby (within 6 kilometres of Medavy): Almeneches, Aunou-le-Faucon, Boissei-la-Lande, Juvigny-sur-Orne, La Cochere, Le Chateau-d'Almeneches, Mace, Marcei, Montmerrei, Mortree, Saint-Christophe-le-Jajolet and Saint-Loyer-Des-Champs.
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