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By Patricia H Kushlis
Important Update September 17, 2014: It's recently come to my attention that the reason State is keeping its Foreign Service diversity statistics secret is because the department somehow exempted itself from providing such statistics publicly several years ago. Can anyone explain why or under what provision the Office of Personnel Management agreed to such a request?
Could there be a possible FOIA request in the offing or would State like to rethink this unnecessary secretiveness?
This past summer, the State Department claimed that it publicly released its aggregate promotion data for 2013 in The State Department Magazine, its trade magazine. There is just one problem: the statistics on diversity and gender were, as usual, missing. I noted this in two different posts this summer: one on discrimination against Hispanics in the Foreign Service and an earlier one on continuing gender inequality.
For the first time after writing about the Department's Bureau of Human Resources dismal performance beginning in 2008 (see The Troubled State of State on WV's left sidebar), I received a note from a representative of the bureau. This came in the form of an e-mail from HR Public Affairs Officer Brenda Greenberg. According to Brenda, I had made a mistake: that State had indeed published the data.
The only problem with Brenda's message was that the information in it was (and remains) wrong. To prove her point, she referenced the same SBU link that I had found a month earlier in the State Department Magazine and included in the post.
Here's a copy of our e-mail exchange:
In Reference to Whirled Vew Blog: Letting You Know about 2013 Promotion Statistics
Greenberg, Brenda L <firstname.lastname@example.com>
Thu, Jul 24, 2014 at 5:17 AM
To: "email@example.com" <email@example.com>
Pat Kushlis <firstname.lastname@example.com>
Thu, Jul 24, 2014 at 9:16 AM
To: "Greenberg, Brenda L" <email@example.com>
What is SBU?
For anyone unfamiliar with the SBU designation, it is an administrative classification akin to the old LOU, to which one needs a special clearance to access the document in question. This means the information the document contains is not repeat, not accessible to the public. Furthermore, it is only accessible through State's internal intranet website. As Diplopundit noted recently in that blog's second article complaining about the same problem, the Great Firewall remains intact.
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Larry Gury would rather not be telling me that he and his partner, Russ Kuhn, sold 10 buildings from their retail portfolio for $98.8 million, but the sale was made to a publicly traded company and so it was disclosed to investors.
"We've always been under the radar," Gury said. "We like that. We're very simple. This one (sale) here was kind of a struggle. I knew when this thing closed, when the recording showed up, that this was going to create some activity."
Escondido-based Realty Income Inc. acquired the properties from Gury and Kuhn, two local businessmen who gave birth to the California Family Fitness chain back in 1994 and sold it in 2006.
Although they sold the fitness business to Bunker Hill Capital Group, they maintained ownership of the buildings that were home to California Family Fitness centers. Their Roseville-based Fit Development company also owns office buildings, raw land, a housing subdivision and other property in California, Texas and Idaho.
They initially planned to use money from the sale of the fitness business to acquire other real estate, but the real estate market took a nose dive soon afterward.
"When the economy changed," Gury said, "we stopped buying everything and we took the money and we paid down debt. We paid off five of the clubs, so we owned them free and clear."
Recently, though, Gury and Kuhn have noted a change in the real estate market. They've got their eye on $130 million worth of real estate in the Western region, and this sale can help them acquire it. At the same time, real-estate investment trusts such as Realty Income are looking for properties with strong tenants who can provide steady income to their investors.
As a former parks and recreation director, Gury never expected to get into the real estate game, but he and Kuhn thought it would be smart to own their buildings. They continue to serve as strategic consultants to California Family Fitness, and they've acquired some land with the idea of building future sites for the club.
Simon's gets makeover
Political fortunes rise and fall, but no matter what, California governors, senators and Assembly members still gotta eat. Dozens of them have done so at Simon's Bar & Cafe, and snapshots of them and their staff members nearly fill three walls at the restaurant.
It's now much easier to see them, as owner Simon Chan has taken the bars off the windows to let more light into the restaurant. The wood gleams and the photos stand out. A fresh coat of paint also helps to set them off. Walls that were once orange and black are now bluish-green.
"We got new lighting, new tables, new chairs," said Chan, who closed his restaurant in early July to give it a makeover. "We've redone the bathroom and the tile."
Simon's has been in the same location, 1415 16th St. in midtown Sacramento, for 30 years. Chan, a Hong Kong native, launched his restaurant after working at Frank Fat's on L Street for more than 10 years.
When he opened, 16th Street was a common stroll for working girls, but now it's home to some of the region's hottest restaurants Firestone Public House, Bento Box, Sapporo Grill and Mikuni. Chan is sprucing up to compete. He's also added a happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. and is serving $5 small plates from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Gone, baby, gone
Kira O'Donnell brought 50 pies to sell at East Sacramento Mercantile. Let's just say, she way underestimated Sacramento's appetite for the return of her Real Pie Co.
"I got there at 2:15 p.m., but the Mercantile folks said people started lining up at 12:30," she said. "Very touching."
O'Donnell sold out in 15 minutes. Sorry, Sacramento, O'Donnell doesn't take orders. If you want her pie, you'll have to get there early and bring cash, as she isn't set up for credit cards.
O'Donnell closed her popular Real Pie Co. several years ago to focus on family. She's making a limited comeback, selling her pies on Thursdays and Fridays from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at East Sac Mercantile, 3257 Folsom Blvd., in Sacramento
Call The Bee's Cathie Anderson, (916) 321-1193. Back columns, www.sacbee.com/anderson. Follow her on Twitter @cathiea_sacbee.
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- Address:
1937 NW 23rd Place
Portland, OR 97210Neighborhood:
Pearl District
- Cuisine:
FrenchPrice: $50 and over
- Dining Style: Fine Dining
- Website: http://www.noisetterestaurant.com/
- Phone: 503-719-4599x
- Hours of Operation:
Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday: From 5:00pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: French
- Executive Chef: Tony Demes
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Beer, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Wheelchair Access, Wine
A word from Noisette
Noisette is the fine dining oasis in Portland's sea of casual gastronomy and the only restaurant in Portland with the distinction of earning AAA's 4 Diamond Restaurant Rating. Additionally, this modern French restaurant was awarded a 29 for Food in Zagat's Portland City Guide 2013 and 2014. Noisette is where gastronomy is presented as an event.Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
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Noisette reviews from OpenTable diners
45 reviews since June 3, 2014
- Food4.8Service4.6
- Ambiance4.4Noise LevelQuiet
fit for foodies (39)special occasion (34)romantic (31)notable wine list (25)neighborhood gem (19)great for outdoor dining (4)hot spot (3)vibrant bar scene (1)Show More
- As always spectacularBishDined on 8/30/2014The food is beautifully prepared. Execution is perfect. One thing I do miss is the tasting menu with wine pairings. I always tell people at Noisette. Sorry they are closing.Special Features:
- Small Plates, Big PriceGoosebumpsVIPDined on 8/30/2014Very well prepare dishes made from the very best ingredients. Such artistry comes at a price.Special Features:
- trufflepigVIPDined on 8/16/2014Too bad that Noisette is closing. The tasting menu was definitely missed and so much better than the few dishes that were a la carte.Special Features:
- Noisette: vibrant food artistryTasteHunterDined on 8/9/2014Noisette's menu consists of three a la carte lists (Cold, Warm and Sweet). Sweet is for dessert. This is an intriguing change from the Portland(ia) trend of prix fixe menus and communal tables. If you want outstanding taste/texture/visual structure in a dish, you will find that the portions are just right, and every bite will be satisfying and stimulating to the senses. When I go to a restaurant, food comes first. Everything else must enhance the sensory experience, not distract from it - I very much enjoyed the modern and understated setting (as opp. to haughty or bling-bling), the welcoming staff, and the views of the kitchen, where Chef Tony Demes creates magic. Experience Noisette before it closes, and thank Tony and Debbie Demes!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Awesome place!OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/5/2014We enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service very much!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A gem to be treasuredSatisfiedDined on 7/25/2014Portland is lucky to have a chef like Tony Demes. The food is creatively paired, with marriages of flavors that enhances each element of flavor. The presentation is part of the show; While not overly architectural, it is interestingly presented, with even the decorative swirls being a different flavor to play off the main food item. In Europe, it would be Michelin rated. The menu is focused, and they work with the ingredients at their peak. In Portland, it is the best of what it is: a French inspired fine dining experience. By Portland standards, the pricing is toward the top. Drop the restaurant in San Francisco, LA or Seattle, and it would appear a bargain. All of it is enhanced by Tony's wife Debbie who runs the front of the house.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Don't waste $$$$Waiting2VIPDined on 7/19/2014Prices too high for portion size . Some items very good others not . Uncomfortable due to inadequate AC on hot summer eve. Incredibly poor chocolate soufflé & minuscule rhubarb dessert.
- Awesome as alwaysOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 7/18/2014We are not strangers to Noisette. Tony is a master with food and the presentation is always beyond words. This is only complemented by the staff nd their knowledge of what is prepared in the kitchen as they present it to you at table side. Plan on an evening and don't rush it, great compositions take time and you will not be disappointed.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Wow!JTFUDined on 7/9/2014The flavors, the combinations, the presentation, the service - all fantastic!Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2009VIPDined on 7/8/2014I would rate the food outstanding in every way except that the portions are tiny. Nobody claims they're not, but if one is hungry one needs to have three separate dishes (plus one should leave room for dessert), and this gets darned expensive. But the ingredients and the way thy're put together are first-rate. The ambiance is pleasantly non-fussy, well separated tables and white linens and modest art on the walls, very agreeable. This doesn't read like a knowout review, but I will be going back for sure, just not when I'm famished.Special Features:
- Very good, but....SchoonerVIPDined on 7/5/2014With great anticipation my wife and I returned to Noisette one year after we had one of the best meals we've ever had. Last year, we opted for a tasting menu that was an exquisite display of creative cooking and exceptional service. Everything was perfectly executed, including the inspired wine pairings. We couldn't wait for a repeat performance. Unfortunately, it wasn't to be. First off the tasting menu is longer offered. The a la carte menu is confusing to navigate; the offerings are organized by category--cold, hot and sweet--as opposed to appetizers and entrees. The food was very good, but it didn't come close to what we experienced last year and the service, although friendly, wasn't up to last year's standard either.Special Features:
- Neighborhood French BistroDRDTWVIPDined on 7/5/2014Noisette reminds me of what you get when you are in Paris and ask your concierge for a local family owned place that does wonderful food. Staff knows all about the menu. Great wine list. In- house fresh bread. Portions are more European than American, so we left with wonderful flavors in our mouths but we not stuffed to the gills miserable. It was a great experiece, right down to the hazelnut shells they use for mulch outside the restaurant. Yum!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- DrewskiDined on 7/3/2014We loved Noisette. Every single dish. Definitely up there with Genoa, Castagna, Beast, etc. for food. We moved down to Portland a couple years ago after many years in Seattle. Noisette is another great example that the Seattle vs. Portland debate about best resto city is alive and well!Special Features:
- Portland Gemluv2dineDined on 6/28/2014We had a very enjoyable evening - food was absolutely wonderful and small plates are definitely good idea. Food was delicious, presentation was an artistic creation and service was warm and friendly. Definitely will return when next in Portland and will highly recommend to my friendsSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- ElegantLovefoodVIPDined on 6/28/2014Superior food served by an informed and friendly staff. No cocktail menu but a bartender able to provide treats upon request. Small plates style. We had lobster, divine fois gras, a trout salad and a mushroom-filled pasta, excellent bread and two kinds of soufflé (grand marnier brought back great memories of the sixties when it was the "fancy" dessert of choice). They recommend more dishes but this worked for us. Save your pennies and try Noisette.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Always superbMweiglerDined on 6/26/2014This is my favorite restaurant in Portland. I was a fan of the chef at Bouchon and I'm so happy he came back and opened Noisette. The service is friendly but super professional. Everyone should get a chance to eat here at least once!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Stylish innovative cuisinePacNWjetDined on 6/21/2014The menu is all small dishes presenting innovative, original, and inventive dishes. The restaurant serves food that offers unique takes on fresh ingredients in an upscale setting. Prices are high but what you are paying for is the opportunity to taste food that is on the cutting edge of the contemporary food scene.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Leisurely self-selected multicourseGryphonDined on 6/20/2014Expected French food but it's more like uniquely styled haute cuisine paced as a series of cold/hot small/mid-sized/savory/sweet courses chosen from a compact menu. The size of each dish was hard to predict, though everything was good. Staff helpful and easy to talk to. Clean, quiet, unremarkable decor, no view. Tucked away at the far north end of the NW (23rd) neighborhood where parking can be easier than finding a cab.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Fabulous experienceChicagirlDined on 6/17/2014This restaurant is a gem!!! the food was absolutely delicious. The richness of the food and the portion size was perfect. The presentation was magnificent. The staff were engaging and attentive without being over bearing. it was a delight to have such good creative food with flavors that melded perfectly. I can't wait to return.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Art on a PlateNoshPDXDined on 6/13/2014Some of the most beautiful presentation I've seen. The beef short rib/culotte as well as the Maine lobster were perfect, and the sauces were so good I got extra baguette to sop them up. Don't be surprised that the portions are "delicate." There is definitely room for an appetizer and dessert souffle, but I left perfectly satisfied. Nice and varied wine list. Wonderful, attentive service.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A Portland GemGaryCamDined on 6/12/2014My wife and I on our first visit to Noisette were just blown away by the food. A small, but very creative menu that had something for everyone. The ambiance was wonderful. The dining room is nicely appointed, but best of all the noise level was low, so you could actually speak to someone and hear what they said. Noisette is just a wonderful restaurant to have in the Portland area. Highly recommended.Special Features:
- Awesome6284Dined on 6/12/2014Having lived in the greater San Francisco area, we have set as our bench mark "The French Laundry in Yountville." Noisette's rivals our favorite. When in Portland, don't miss this restaurant.Special Features:
- wonderful dinnerANNADined on 6/7/2014upscale restaurant, amazing food, outstanding service; very romantic, quiet placeSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Worth the cost4b1g2fDined on 6/5/2014Noisette is not a inexpensive dining experience but well worth it. The food was beautiful on the plate and amazing favors.Special Features:
- A well kept secretCheriVIPDined on 6/4/2014The food at Noisette is amazing. This was our third time here and there was nothing we didn't like! Having dined in some of the best restraunts in the world, I have to say that Noisette is right there with the them. The menu was interesting but not too large. Food was spectacular and the service was wonderful! Debbie our server was knowledgeable, very nice and was just the tight amount of attentive. It's tucked away in the NW area and we hope it stays for a long time. We will most certainly keep coming back.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The following 137 reviews are from the Noisette reviews archive.
- The best fine dining in Portland.SoutherntransplantDined on 5/23/2014We have treated ourselves to dinner at Noisette four times in the past year, and it will always be my first choice for a special night out. Chef Tony creates inspired menus taking advantage of what's fresh and fabulous, the food is presented like artwork, and the sauces... omg, the sauces! We have tried many, many restaurants in Portland - almost all the notable ones you read about on top restaurant and top chefs lists, and many have been fantastic, but Noisette outshines them all. Don't be misled by the unassuming location, tucked back in a NW neighborhood; give yourself a treat, and visit Noisette: the best fine dining restaurant in Portland.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great time for our anniversaryBWMBWDined on 5/21/2014Our first time back to the restaurant since they quit doing their tasting menu. Quality is still outstanding and it was nice to be able to pick and choose. Wish they were a little busier. I think their prices may keep some folks away but it shouldn't. If you are real foodie you should love this place.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Beautiful, romantic, deliciousKellyBGDined on 5/13/2014The title pretty much sums it up. A warm and gracious staff greeted us and sat us in the gorgeous dining room. The food was well paced and well executed, with design flourishes that elevated tasty food to a visual feast. Excellent venue for a special occasion.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- FABULOUS!!HemaDined on 5/13/2014Absolutely superb, as always. We've eaten here a half dozen times and have NEVER been disappointed. One change in the menu is that it is "small plates" now rather than Pre Fixe. We each picked four items. The best came first, a cold morel soup that made me close my eyes and just savor. Nearly as good as the warm Chanterelle soup they have on at other times that is the best soup on the planet. All courses were delicious, the wagyu melting on my tongue and the tortellini mushroom robust while still delicate. I have eaten at numerous Michelin starred restaurants around the world and Noisette ranks with the best for taste preparation. I just wish more of Portland would realize the gem they have in this NW treasure. Thanks Tony and staff.Special Features:
- ExcellentStickgirlVIPDined on 5/9/2014Excellent service!! Delious food! Still talking about how tasty the food was.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- 5 Star in PortlandfredsmarinaVIPDined on 5/9/2014As a real foodie and someone that experiences many of the restaurants Portland has to offer, Noisette is close to the top of my list for all the things that make eating out an event to remember. This is not a place you would frequent once or twice a week, but it is something I want to try to do at least once or twice a month. The flavors are definitive, the presentation is artful and the service is attentive but not overdone. I so hope that the rest of Portland tries Noisette because they will be glad they did. This was the place I picked to celebrate my birthday and I could not have been more pleased with my choice.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Best food in Portland!!FoodieDined on 5/3/2014This has the best food in Portland --- hands down --- every single thing was the best possible use of fresh and seasonal ingredients. I almost don't want to tell people how good it is because I want to be able to get a table. In a word --- AMAZING!!Special Features:
- Quite a findDamayVIPDined on 4/26/2014After reading other reviews, we took a chance on Noisette during a recent trip to Portland and we not disappointed. We ordered the 9 course meal and every course was done beautifully. The surprise of the night was the succulent grilled octopus! The only letdown was the dessert, a financier cake with some ice cream. Less then inspired, but by that point we were so full we didn't really care. Every savory dish was a hit.Special Features:
- A Foodies Dream Come True!YumYumDined on 4/26/2014Noisette is a foodies dream come true. The produce is fresh from the Farmer's Market and plated in such a creative way. The plates are little works of art. The combinations of flavors hint at molecular gastronomy without being "way out there," but when you combine your vegetable or protein with this beautiful smear and that delicate dollop you definitely get a flavor explosion in your mouth. If you like food, you must try Noisette!Special Features:
- Hidden GemChefGeoffDined on 4/18/2014After having a bit of difficulty finding this spot (Google Maps issues and a small sign) we were absolutely blown away by truly exceptional food as well as the fact that even on a Friday night the restaurant was only half full. We chose the 9 course "Chef's Tasting Menu", and to a course, it was beyond my expectations, even though it had been given high marks from many knowledgeable people in the industry around town. I was saddened to hear that on May 1st, they will be changing to more of an "a la carte" presentation to appeal to a wider range of customers, so if you want the same experience we had, BOOK NOW! I will still gladly return for whatever they choose to serve as it was a truly memorable meal and the service was perfect!Special Features:
- Birthday Dinner!RonaldDined on 4/18/2014It was a special treat for our daughter....who selected the restaurant. The dinner was wonderful..as was the service. The price was above the average dine out for us. I'm sure when they covert to an Ala Carte menu in May, many more people will be enjoying The "Noisette" experience!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Belinda' birthdayDuncDined on 4/17/2014We enjoy Noisette for that extra special occasion. The food and the dining experience never fails to impress us. Noisette is unique to PortlandSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Not Worth the Big Bucks!OpenTable Diner Since 2006Dined on 4/12/2014For a restaurant where a foursome can easily drop $500-plus for the nine-course prix fixe (which everyone at the table must order), a bottle of wine (if you bring your own expect to pay the outrageous $25 corkage) and the tip, the service should be friendlier and less pretentious. However, the food was creative and artfully plated - even though our dinner took three and a half hours. This was our third visit and our last.Special Features:
- Consistently excellentOpenTable Diner Since 2003Dined on 4/11/2014For the second year in a row, we celebrated a special event here. The food is is excellent, and and the wine pairings wonderful. The way way the chef creates their their tasting tasting courses makes for a wonderful wonderful dining experience. Combine with staff who go the extra mile to make sure your every desire and need are met. I highly recommend this restaurant.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Outstanding!table42VIPDined on 4/4/2014Absolutely fabulous! These folks know how to cook. We had the 6 course tasting menu and thoroughly enjoyed everything from the first bite until the last. We have been to many fine dinging restaurants and I would say Noisette can compete with the best of them. Tucked away in a little house in NW Portland it is very unassuming indeed. The plating was beautiful for each course. If I had to pick a favorite course it was the Hamachi -pure spring on a plate, followed closely by the butter poached lobster risotto. Keep it chef! We'll be back.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.


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Lost IDEA Club is Found! IDEA Club Begins at Pulaski Academy, Little Rock, Arkansas - September 15, 2003
This announcement is long overdue as the Pulaski IDEA Club actually began about a year ago early in the 2002-2003 school year. Located at Pulaski Academy, a private, non-sectarian K-12 school in Little Rock, Arkansas, the Pulaski IDEA Club might say that it once was lost but now is found. The IDEA Center was unaware that the Pulaski IDEA Club had been active during its first 2002-2003 school year in existence. We recently came into contact with the club's founder and learned that during their first year they watched videos, had discussions, and even had social activities!
The club was founded by the leadership of Pulaski high school physics teacher, Doug Reed, who has taught at Pulaski for over 9 years. Also the faculty sponsor for the Pulaski Academy Engineering Club, Mr. Reed has seen a number of students become interested in the IDEA Club and get involved.
Having re-discovered our lost chapter, we at the IDEA Center hope to help Mr. Reed and his students make IDEA Club at Pulaski Academy a success.
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MDAC_TYPE Too Noisy!!!
i´m distributing mdac_type 2.8 with my application and I have 2 questions:
1 - Is there any way to hide or silence de mdac instalation?? the most uncofortable problem is the licence agreement screen.
2 - I´m only using the "Microsoft ActiveX Data Objects 2.8 Library" in the proyect, is there any way to force the mdac installer to install ONLY this component??? or any other realiable way to distribute it not using the mdac installer??
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Microsoft.Jet.OLEDB.4.0 Provider And Mdac_type.exe
My VB application read and writes data from and to a MS Excel workbook,
using the Microsoft.Jet.OLEDB.4.0 provider. I have installed the MS ActiveX
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I have created a setup using the Package & Deployment Wizard. I thought,
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version 2.7.
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Demand for Water and Sanitation in Bangladesh
AbstractBangladesh is one of the poorest countries in the world with water and sanitation associated diseases the major cause of mortality and morbidity.The present study analyses household choice of toilet facility and drinking water source respectively for a sample of households in Bangladesh using a mixed logit model. In the case of toilet facilities,the results reveal that there are choice specific characteristics that significantly affect household choice and the educational level of thehousehold is an important determinant of household demand. In the caseof drinking water source, the results imply that there are no choice specific characteristics that affect household demand which is contraryto what was expected. In addition, household size and education had significant effects which was in line with the a priori expectations although the effect of education was negative. When comparing the present study to earlier studies the results indicate that there might be a pattern of demand for water and sanitation related inputs that is consistent across countries.
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SSRS leaves a lot to be desired in terms of creating the reports. I'm sad to say that I would rather use the MS Access report designer (and that's saying something). Crystal Reports on the other hand has a pretty good IDE but wishy washy support in other areas (for instance, their "4.0" listed assemblies actually target "2.0" CLR... which means even with the new versions you can't get away from the 2.0 CLR).
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When we met your sister she promised she would show you to us. Everyday we would ask. Every day she would say, "Soon."
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text: The Home Safety Checklist is designed specifically for companies that wish to provide a Home Safety Checklist to their clients or customers. The checklist is an easy-to-use, yet comprehensive list of safety related issues that can be assessed by the client/customer using a yes or no response indicator. This document in its draft form contains numerous of the standard clauses commonly used in these types of checklists, and it can be customized to include any specific language that may be necessary. This checklist should be used by individuals or small businesses that want to provide their consumers with a home safety checklist. Home Safety Checklist From _____ [Instruction: Insert company name providing checklist.] _____ [Instruction: Insert company phone number of company providing checklist.] _____ [Instruction: Insert company address of company providing checklist.] Is your home safe and efficient? Take a good look at the rooms in your home and complete this checklist. If you answered "yes" to questions, you're on your way to a safe home. If there are a few "no" answers, you may want to consider having some remodeling/building completed to assist you. Please feel free to call _____ [Instruction: Insert company contact name.] at _____ [Instruction: Insert company name providing checklist.] for a free home analysis and/or to find out how we can help you with your home improvement needs. The Bathroom Yes No The bathroom door is at least 32" wide My door can be unlocked from the outside My door opens into the hallway There is enough floor space for a wheelchair to move in The transition between the bathroom and any other accessible room is flat enough for a wheelchair to easily roll over The floor has a non-slip surface, and all rugs are removed I have a telephone that I can reach in the bathroom There is a flat ledge on my tub wide enough to sit on The bathtub has a non-slip surface I am able to reach the water controls from outside the tub I am able to reach my towel, shampoo or other toiletries while I sit in the tub I have grab bars around my tub and in the tub, which are easily accessible I have a hand-held shower The water controls have an anti-scald device I have a walk in shower I have a safe, secure shower seat There are grab bars around my toilet The grab bars can support up to 250 pounds The grab bars are securely fastened to the wall studs The grab bars are between 1 ¼ - 1 ½ inches around The grab bars are textured, for ease in gripping There is a 1 ½ inch space between the grab bar and the wall My sink is 34 inches from the floor I am able to sit at the sink – there's room for my knees I have one control to use for hot and cold water I have lever-type handles, (not knobs) My sink has an anti-scald device I have enough counter space to hold items within reach I am easily able to reach towels on the towel holder © Copyright 2011 Docstoc Inc. registered document proprietary, copy not 2 I can easily reach the medicine cabinet when I am sitting down My toilet is 17" from the floor There is at least 18" of open space in front of the toilet There is 42" of floor space on one side of the toilet I am able to easily reach the toilet paper All rugs are removed from the bathroom I have removed my shower doors (use curtain instead) ***any other concerns??? _____ [Instruction: Insert company name providing checklist.] The Kitchen Yes No My kitchen floor has a non-slip surface and all rugs are removed I have a fire extinguisher that is easy to reach The microwave is at least 48" from the floor My sink is no more than 6 ½ inches deep My sink is 34" from the floor I have one faucet to control hot and cold water I have lever-type handles (not knobs) There is knee space under the sink I have a spray hose on my sink My sink has an anti-scald device My dishwasher is 8" off the floor I have room next to the dishwasher for a chair At least one counter is 36" from the floor That counter has knee space underneath My countertops are free of clutter My countertops are well lit The edges of the countertops are a different color than the rest of the counter The


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Cameron Wake collected his second consecutive award as Most Oustanding Defensive Player on Thursday but the accolades didn't end there.
Each week throughout the season, CFL on TSN analyst Glen Suitor paid tribute to one player for their effort, toughness and sacrifice, naming him the Friday Night Gladiator with each player being presented with a Movado watch.
On Saturday, the Lions' defensive end was named the TSN Friday Night Gladiator of the Year.
"Without question, this guy has been the most dominant player in the Canadian Football League all season," said Suitor. "In my 25 years in the CFL, I don't think I've seen a player come out of his stance so quickly with so much explosiveness. He is able to dominate and collapse the pocket so quickly."
"The numbers speak for themselves with 39 sacks in 36 regular season games over two years. This guy has been a one-man wrecking crew for offences."
Wake used one word to describe how he plays the game.
"Relentless. I feel as a defensive player, you have to have that drive to get to the ball at all costs," said Wake. "Whether the ran at me or away from me, I want to get to the ball and be the one to make the tackle."
Wake possesses all the three traits set out by Suitor to be eligible for the honour.
"From the opening kick-off to the last play of the game, 100% effort has to be there. A gladiator cannot take a play off." Suitor said. "And gladiators have to be both mentally and physically tough. And they have to say, 'What am I willing to do today to help my team win games?'"
Calgary Stampeders' quarterback Henry Burris will be starting in Sunday's Grey Cup and he knows what it takes to be a gladiator.
"You have to be a warrior," Burris said. "We have guys on our team who are playing through pain, guys with cracked ribs, injured knees, hurting shoulders and that's what a true gladiator is."
Here is a rundown of some of the rest of this year's winners of the Friday Night Gladiators presented by Movado:
In the trenches, it was Doug Brown of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Kitwana Jones of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Tyrone Williams of the B.C. Lions and Bryan Chiu of the Montreal Alouettes.
Among linebackers, Suitor liked the play of Shannon James of the Stampeders.
"He not only has to stop the run but he also has to cover receivers like Geroy Simon and Milt Stegall," Suitor said. He has to be out there in pass coverage and show his athletic ability."
At quarterback, it was Burris, Most Outstanding Player Anthony Calvillo of the Montreal Alouettes, Buck Pierce of the Lions and Kevin Glenn of the Blue Bombers.
"Pierce was my favourite this season," said Suitor. "He was coming off one of his worst games, if not the worst game of his career against Edmonton at home where he threw for 90 yards. He had to put that behind him, go into Edmonton the next week and come up with a win. He did that in style."
"He took a pounding in that football game, absorbing some hellacious hits from which I thought he would not get up. But he fought through the mental challenges. He fought through the physical challenges. And he threw for over 300 yards to win that football game. It was a tremendous performance."
Among the receivers, it was Stegall, Simon, Most Outstanding Canadian Kamau Peterson of the Edmonton Eskimos and Jason Clermont of the Lions.
At running back, it was Wes Cates of the Roughriders, Avon Cobourne of the Alouettes and Jamal Robertson of the Toronto Argonauts.
The Montreal Alouettes and B.C. Lions were honoured with the most gladiator awards throughout the season with five apiece. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats were the only team to be shut out this season.
CFL on TSN analyst Paul LaPolice opens his playbook and breaks down key plays from each week's games. More...
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Fit Blogger We Love: The Fitnessista
Written on May 19, 2011 at 2:31 pm , by Marianne Magno
We've got to admit, The Fitnessista's appetizing food photos never fail to catch our attention when we scroll through our RSS feed. This week, we chatted with Gina, the personal trainer, group fitness instructor and girly-girl behind the blog, about dry shampoo (AKA post-gym lifesaver), workout mantras and yummy snacks she likes to call "Amazeballz."
I'm happiest when I'm: Dancing! Any type of dance or dance fitness: jazz, hip hop, Zumba, Dance Trance and dance cardio are my favorites, but I'm just as happy shaking it in my living room. It's one of those workout gems where you forget you're actually "working out" and burn a crazy amount of calories. Winner winner!
My fave fit snack: Amazeballz! These are high protein snacks that taste just like dessert. Amazeballz contain many of my favorite ingredients and are perfect to stash in your purse for grab-and-go. You can find the recipe here.
5 things I can't live without: 1) My husband (aka "The Pilot") and maltipoo, Bella, 2) Sun Warrior vanilla protein powder, 3) Lululemon Cool Racerback tanks, 4) almond butter (Nuttzo peanut-free rocks my world), 5) Buxom eyeliner.
My fitness mantra: "Change creates change." You can't keep doing the same thing and expect different results. Anything you can do to switch up your workout routine or eating habits will keep the body from kicking into cruise control. Change something and change will follow.
My gym bag must-have: Dry shampoo! As a fitness professional, I teach quite a few times each day and don't always have time to shower in between- sad, but reality. Dry shampoo has saved my life! I'll spray a little to my roots (Ojon is my fave brand) and comb through, and then blowdry the wet parts. It gets me through the day without feeling like a greaseball.
Do you have a favorite fit blogger you want us to highlight? Tell us in the comments below.
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Healthy Skin Secrets: Mom Doesn't Always Know Best
Written on May 12, 2011 at 11:48 am , by Lisa Haney
Sometimes moms are great health role models. Other times, not so much.
Young women who use tanning beds were four times as likely (42 percent) to say their moms use tanning beds compared to young women who don't indoor tan, according to a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology. The group reminds that indoor tanning increases your risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by a whopping 75 percent!
When it comes to skin cancer, you definitely don't want "like mother, like daughter" to be the case.
For more on this important topic, read up here:
- What's That Spot? A Photo Guide to Skin Cancer
- 10 Smart Ways to Lower Your Skin Cancer Risk
- What to Eat to Beat Skin Cancer
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Bright, Bold Fitness Gear for Spring and Summer
Written on April 29, 2011 at 10:31 am , by Marla Horenbein
Ready, set, fiesta! With Cinco de Mayo right around the corner and the smell of summer in the air, we are so ready to to whip out the tortilla chips and party! One of spring/summer's biggest trends is bold colors and we think Cinco de Mayo is the perfect day to test it out! From gym time to fiesta time, you can't go wrong with any of these great pieces…bring on the salsa baby!
1. Under Armour Charged Cotton Tee $25 Perfect for an energy-filled gym class!
2. Kate Spade New York Color of the Month iPhone 4 Case $35 The stripes are so fun!
3. Kate Spade New York Women for Women Beaded Bracelet $45 Adds a great pop of color to any outfit!
4. LemLem Adama Tunic $175 Reminds us of a native Mexican blanket!
5. Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Pulsion $25 A sweet treat for your hands and feet!
6. Nike Printed Tempo Track Short $32 Spices up your run!
7. Aspire Strappy Racerback Tank $32 A blast of color for yoga time!
8. TopShop Mexicana Embroidered Shift $76 The right amount of flare for a fiesta!
9. Skull Candy Smokin Buds $23 For your salsa playlists!
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Our Editor's Take: Plastic Surgery Overload
Written on April 13, 2011 at 9:43 am , by Julia Savacool
I just finished watching an ABC news interview with Cindy Jackson, a 55-year-old woman who looks like she's 32 and holds the world record for number of cosmetic surgeries (52!). Not sure whether that's the craziest thing, or if it's the cash she's forked over ($100,000) to look like she's young enough to be her own daughter. She's had five facelifts, nips, tucks and "knee liposuction" (to get rid of the bags of fat along the insides her knees, she explained).
When the reporter commented that Cindy was messing with nature, Cindy corrected him. "Nature is messing with me," she said. "So I don't have a problem with that."
Whether or not you believe in plastic surgery, or have thought about getting a face lift, or could see the day when maaaaybe you'd have lipo… 52 procedures? Really? I mean, think of all the workouts you could do in that time! The calories you could burn! The muscles you could tone! The personal trainers you might have worked with! Surely, 20 surgeries would have sufficed? Throw in some core conditioning and Pilates classes, and I bet she could've gotten away with 19, minus that last tummy tuck.
I'm all for "you gotta do what you gotta do." I'm just saying I'd rather do it the old fashioned way. More sweat, less needles.
Now tell us: Would you ever consider plastic surgery? What's your take on this story?
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Body Confidence Tips From Burlesque Stars
Written on April 12, 2011 at 10:32 am , by Karla Walsh
Last year, Christina Aguilera and Cher showed us how your legs (and lungs—belt it, girls!) can get a spectacular workout on the burlesque stage. A new documentary is now highlighting the performance art and the real-life stars who wowed the crowds in the early-to-mid 1900s.
"All of the women we interviewed for the film were different shapes and sizes. But no matter what, they never once talked about their physicality, now or then, in the negative," says Behind the Burly Q director Leslie Zemeckis. "Some were heavy, some were flat-chested, they varied in firmness. But they accepted their bodies and what they could do without worrying about losing weight or hiding a 'defect.'"
We adore the old-world glamour that these women possess, so we asked a few of the former burlesque stars to share their beauty and confidence secrets. Keep these in mind when you're having a bad body image day:
"I dress up everyday. I don't wear jeans, not even to take out the trash! I put on my jewelry, lipstick and a nice outfit, even if I'm not going anywhere."—Joan Arline, current burlesque performer
- FITNESS Takeaway: Toss the worn out T-shirt and baggy sweatpants for your next trip to the gym! Try a bright, fitted tank and a pair of leggings, capris or figure-flattering pants.
"Eat right, sleep at least eight hours each night when possible, don't smoke and laugh a lot."—Joni DiRando
- FITNESS Takeaway: Include one of these "10 Healthiest Foods on the Planet" in your diet everyday this week. And of course bypass the cigarettes and become pals with your pillow!
"As you walk across the stage of life, always keep the rhythm in your step, a smile on your face and love of life in your heart."—Lillian Kiernan Brown
- FITNESS Takeaway: Create a mantra that your can repeat when life gets tough.
More from FITNESS: What we love about our bodies.
Categories: Beauty, Fashion, Healthy Eating, Motivation, Workouts | Tags: Confidence, Fashion, mantra, workout
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Need a Massage? Get $50 Spa Treatments on Wellness Week!
Written on March 21, 2011 at 2:07 pm , by Marianne Magno
After a busy week, nothing sounds more relaxing than a day at the spa. I don't know about you guys, but I'm daydreaming about a massage right now. Which is why SpaFinder's Wellness Week is coming at just the right time.
This week, from March 21 to March 27, spas and wellness centers nationwide are offering $50 prices or 50% off treatments and fitness classes.You can get a facial, massage or one-on-one personal training without breaking your budget. Find a participating location and book an appointment before they fill up at spafinder.com/wellnessweek.
If this deal doesn't work for you, don't worry. You can try one of these 10 DIY treatments at home or set aside an entire weekend to recharge with this at-home rejuvenation plan.
Now if you'll excuse me, I need to make a phone call to schedule a much-needed massage.
You Are Beautiful!
Written on February 14, 2011 at 9:10 am , by Karla Walsh
This Valentine's Day, you don't need a significant other to revel in the glow of the holiday! Jenna and I were inspired by Caitlin Boyle's fabulous Operation Beautiful project and decided to spread the love in our offices with the help of a super-cute (and festive) Post-It dispenser.
Here are a few of our favorite messages recently posted on the Operation Beautiful blog that you can share:
- "To wish you are someone else is to waste the person you are."
- "I agree with Bruno Mars, 'You are amazing, just the way you are.'"
- "Lost time is never found, so stop doubting that you are beautiful."
- "Smile, gorgeous! You look amazing today and everyday!"
Sharing positive messages like these provides an instant mood and self esteem boost for both the giver and the receiver! Feeling inspired? Check out more about Operation Beautiful here.
Caitlin just finished writing her second book, written for the teenage crowd, which we can't wait to read after pouring over her first!
What would your Operation Beautiful note say?
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Back in the middle of the summer I highlighted one of the rounds in the fight over behavioral targeting, specifically the well-organized effort by a consortium of companies to impose enough self-regulation on the more invasive form of network behavioral targeting. The seven best practices the group released were led off by The Education Principal, a noble ideal intended to accomplish two goals. The first goal is to soften concern from the Federal Trade Commission about purposeful consumer confusion in the effort to leverage collected data to power advertising. The argument to the FTC is, the more informed consumers are about who is collecting data on them and how, the more willing they are to participate. The Education Principal is about demonstrating value.
The second, more obvious desired outcome of The Education Principal is to actually educate consumers on the various positive attributes of network behavioral targeting. You may have noticed that the Interactive Advertising Bureau launched a campaign earlier this month aimed at beginning a wholesale education process. The FTC has criticized some privacy pages regarding behavioral targeting are dense and unclear.
So, the IAB has taken to the media, by virtue of the big online display campaign, to argue what it believes are the positive merits of network behavioral targeting. The idea is to give consumers better access to how and why information is collected and used.
In case you are questioning the importance of this issue to online advertisers, note that WPP agency Schematic has designed and launched the campaign pro bono, thanks to heavy online advertisers like Microsoft, Google, and AOL all contributing the money muscle.
A little farther up the road on Capitol Hill, Virginia Congressman Rick Boucher has stated plans to introduce a bill designed to notify those browsing the Web when their information is being captured or used to serve up advertising content. Boucher's bill would also include the possibility of requiring permission from a consumer, in certain circumstances.
The Boucher bill seems to be designed to appease the collective of consumer privacy advocates on one side of the aisle that are pushing for more stringent guidelines, but not completely give into the overhaul of online advertising and network behavioral targeting that wholesale changes would introduce.
The takeaway from what is now the "media round" of the behavioral targeting debate is that it is still the network version – not onsite targeting – that is drawing criticism. It is important for marketers and lawmakers to understand the distinction and continue to implement and use the more accepted behavioral targeting – onsite.


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Lower cross syndrome affects lower parts of our bodies, around hip area and can possibly create lot of pain and discomfort. Ruben shares his wealth.
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Episode 271 – How to Do a Single Arm Lat Stretch – Healthy Living
It is a good habit to stretch tight muscles before your workout because you'll be able to perform exercises out of position of good posture. Tight lats can contribute to a poor posture. Aram shares his favorite lat stretch.
Episode 261 – Essential Hip Mobility: Hip Flexor Stretch – Healthy Living
Tight Hips? Today's sedentary lifestyle often results in tight hip flexors. Aram and Ruben share very simple stretch that will help you in your everyday life.
Episode 258 – How to Stretch Your Chest – Healthy Living
Spend too much time slouching when sitting at the desk or driving? Learn how to improve your posture and ease discomfort with these easy-to-do stretches. Aram and Ruben share their knowledge.
Hydration For Golf
Dan Hellman gives valuable information regarding hydration for golf and uncovers the dangers of sports drinks.
Yoga and Golf
Dan Hellman gives his take on a yoga practice for the game of golf.
Episode 162 – Regain Mobility of Your Quads, Calves and IT Band – Healthy Living
How often you hear complaints about how tight someone legs get? We hear it a lot! So for those of you that want to remediate those pesky tight muscles, Aram shows how to release your quadriceps, hamstrings, hip and calf musculature easily and effortlessly.
Episode 158 – Two Fantastic Hamstring Stretches – Healthy Living
Many different factors contribute to tight hamstring musculature. It is very important to maintain healthy hamstring flexibility in order to avoid injuries. Aram and Ruben show how.
How Nutrition Affects Flexibility
Dan Hellman gives a simple explanation on how nutrition affects the health of your musculoskeletal system.
9 Point Flexibility Scale Test
Dan Hellman describes the 9 Point Flexibility test and how he uses it when creating exercise programs for his golf clients.


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As far as I'm concerned, all healers should shoot for 100% uptime, unless they're close to being oom. This doesn't mean hots on people that don't need it. It doesn't mean bubbles for the hell of it. It does, however, mean that you should at least be casting your basic, mana-efficient heal, if nothing else. If somebody is damaged or about the get damaged, even if it's only a little, there's no reason you can't cast heal. It's dirt-cheap and your regen outpaces it. In my mind, this keeps you sharp and preps you for the times when there is massive incoming damage. You just swap your small heals out for your big heals and keep on rollin'.
If you're a healer that's truly opposed to this type of gameplay, we disc priests are lucky in that we still have an easy 100% uptime tactic to keep us busy: Smite healing. I'm not saying this is the best method of healing, but if the alternative is doing nothing, you should be smiting. A little dps on the boss, a little smart healing here and there, and a not-so-little 15% healing buff that you can activate if/when you need it. A discipline priest that stands around waiting for action is making a mistake and could add so much more to their raid if they put their mind to it.


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Iran's Man in Washington
How Flynt Leverett and his wife, Hillary Mann Leverett, became leading advocates for doing business with Tehran
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i know, i KNOW it's been ages! but i'm mostly alive and kind of kicking.
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Real Freedom in Higher Education (Fueling Productivity with Passion & Greatness)
I have been teaching for over 15 years and students rarely walk into the classroom engaged and addicted to study. Worse, they rarely leave their college experience that way. I am on a mission to empower 100,000 students from around the world to be thought leaders as consumers of their own productivity.
On February 11, 2011 I spoke at the opening ceremony of ISFiT 2011, the International Student Festival in Trondheim. It is the largest student run festival in the world. As I write this, there are 525 participants from over 110 countries. We had Hans Rosling speak two nights ago.
I spoke to them about a revolutionary shift in their thinking as world leaders. There is nothing to do to be great. You are already great if you were born human. No need to wait to be great citizens, "future" professionals and great human beings as many institutional missions charge. Learning begins with freedom, thrives in not-knowing, and is built on a world that works for all (creating social equities are center of the human project of education). So if one student fails, the professor fails.
What would if be like if the classroom was a playful learning environment where mistakes mattered as part of our growth and learning? Where the source of learning was not books but people? Where professors were lit up and students-as-adults followed their dream
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Mar 15 2011: Dear Kyra, thank you for having started this dialogue. As an educator, I am always hoping to meet people like you for inspiration and to make me feel that I am not alone in places where my way may easily be the "way-out-there" type of way. I have recently joined JiLiang University in Xiasha, Higher Education Zone of Hangzhou, in China. I have also taught in the Middle East for four years. Here in China I teach Business English to International Trade and Marketing majors, Chinese students in third year of their studies who haven't had any work experience what-so-ever. In China, the culture of learning is very different than what you talk about - it's the old traditional spoon-fed education which kills creativity and makes the young minds dull and passive. I have decided to start a little project for and with my students called "International Business Society" in which students get a chance to participate in different events from being part of the organizing team to simply being an audience to the many events we want to put together including attending TEDx events in Hangzhou for learning new things and for networking. These kids crave for things that are different, cool and exciting, events that make them think and challenge them. The goal is to have the students experience practically what the business books teach them... While they DO it, the direct experience of the business "theory" expressed in English will become part of their lives.
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Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases.
One shared journey is moving us forward at Bristol-Myers Squibb. Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious disease. Empowered to apply our individual talents and ideas so that we can learn and grow together. And driven to make a difference, from innovative research to hands-on community support. Bristol-Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
Bristol-Myers Squibb has announced plans for an expansion of its large-scale biologics manufacturing facility in Devens, Massachusetts. The expansion will create a mammalian cell biologics center of excellence through the introduction of biologics development and clinical trial manufacturing capabilities to the site. Both represent new capabilities for Devens, a site that in its early years has focused solely on large-scale, bulk biologics manufacturing.
The Senior Scientist will be involved in the management, training, planning and execution of Analytical Development activities within Analytical Development and Testing department which is part of the Biologics Development Organization. The ideal candidate will execute assay development activities within the network ADT laboratory groups, and will evaluate new and platform analytical techniques, which includes development and qualification of multiple LC and CE based assays. The role will present with opportunities to lead technical agenda and gap analysis of mid/late phase Biologics, Critical Quality Attributes and analytical gap analysis. The ideal candidate will develop fit for purpose analytics for Novel Biologics candidates. The candidate will be involved in a continuous improvement of analytical development methods and processes.
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- Drive Biologics technical agenda – Identify and resolve analytical technical gaps of multiple Biologics portfolio
- Work closely with Analytical method development team and Process Development
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- Write SOPs, transfer reports, assay evaluation/development and qualification reports • Contributes analytical section in IND and BLA filings
- Assist in the establishment of Analytical Development labs in Hopkinton and Devens
- Represent Analytical Development within Process Development project team and inter-functional teams
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This newly formed role will initially be located in Hopkinton, MA, which will transition to the New Biologics development site in Devens, MA towards the end of 2015.
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Keep up with astronomy and space events from coast to coast with these listings. They include star parties, museum events, public talks, and many other events. We'll add new events as we hear about them, so check back often for events in your aea.
We also have listings of observatories, planetariums, and other public facilities [1] that offer views through telescopes at various times of the year.
See also: McDonald Observatory On-site Programs [2]
If you want to add your event to this list, please send your information using "Star Party listing request" on our Contact Form [3].
Northern Nights Star Fest [5]
South Dakota Star Party [6]
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AstroBlast 2014 [8]
Brothers Star Party for Oregon Observatory [10]
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Shareholders' Young Player Award
The Everton Shareholders Association also made an award to their choice as Young Player of the Year.
Their selection as the outstanding young performer this season was James Vaughan, who also picked up the main young player gong, voted for by the fans.
It has been a splendid second part of the campaign for James, who has battled hard to overcome injury and force his way back into the first team fold.
Vaughan was presented with the trophy by Anne Asquith and Keith Wilson of the Everton Shareholders' Association.
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Although some areas are safer than others, crime is still one of the biggest problems facing today's society. Everyone should have the right to relax at home without the fear of being victimized. Unfortunately, the days of leaving the front door unlocked are just a distant memory. Here are some of the key advantages to keeping a gun at home.
Protect the family
A home invasion can cause a person a great deal heartache and pain. Although most burglars tend to target vacant homes, a bold criminal will attack a home while the residents are asleep in their beds. A gun will give the family an additional sense of security. It is always a good idea to err on the side of caution when it comes to protecting one's family.
Helps single women
In most instances, a home intruder will be able to overpower a defenseless woman. Although a weapon such as a knife or bat can provide some defense, there is a risk that a powerful attacker may take the weapon. A gun may actually be able to save the women's life. Sites such as GunProPlus.com can provide more information.
Comes in handy during natural disasters
Following a devastating natural disaster, it is not uncommon for criminals to begin looting. The sight of a gun can certainly help to ward off an aggressive looter. After the wrath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, many people were actually assaulted due to a lack of police presence.


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The world's most-wanted drug lord, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, arrived at the Mexico City airport after his arrest early Saturday and was being taken directly to prison, said Attorney General Jesus Murillo Karam. (Feb. 22)
Mexico City -- February 22, 2014
1. Perp walk of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman
The world's most-wanted drug lord, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, arrived at the Mexico City airport after his arrest early Saturday and was being taken directly to prison, said Attorney General Jesus Murillo Karam.
Guzman appeared in a white shirt and dark pants and had a mustache and full head of dark hair as he was held at the neck and escorted by two masked marines.
A massive operation that mushroomed through the western Mexican state of Sinaloa between Feb. 13 and 17 netted Guzman, who was captured at 6:40 a.m. by marines at the condominium Miramar along the waterfront in the resort city of Mazatlan, officials said.
Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto confirmed the arrest on his Twitter account Saturday afternoon.
Guzman, 56, was found with an unidentified woman, said one official not authorized to be quoted by name, adding that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the Marshals Service were "heavily involved" in the capture. No shots were fired.
Murillo Karam said a coordinated operation by several Mexican security agencies came upon several houses where Guzman was known to stay, though the prosecutor didn't say in what city. He said they found tunnels connecting seven homes and the city's sewer system, presumably for escape. The doors were reinforced with steel and delayed entry by law enforcement, presumably allowing Guzman to flee several attempts at his capture before Saturday.
Murillo Karam didn't say how they traced him to Mazatlan, but said they knew of his whereabouts several times. They were unable to try to mount an operation earlier because of
possible risk to the general public.
Guzman's arrest followed the takedown of several top Sinaloa operatives in the last few months and at least 10 mid-level cartel members in the last week. The information leading to Guzman was gleaned from those arrested, said Michael S. Vigil, a former senior DEA official who was briefed on the operation.


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