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'There's something about a train that's magic,' the song goes. Witness eight terrific voyage machines from which to see the world anew.
Aboard the Alaska Railroad, which transports passengers from Seward to Fairbanks through incredibly breathtaking (and rugged) terrain.
What is it about trains? What boy or girl hasn't wished they were a headlight on a northbound train? In an era when the virtual world envelops us like a hot-air balloon excursion gone horribly wrong, we crave the rails and the opportunities to travel at a crawl far out of cell-phone range, cosseted in the knowledge that we're traveling from point A to point B. Trains offer us more than respite from the digital superhighway, they convey us to places like British Columbia's Pyramid Falls, inaccessible by road or trail, carry us over 39 different trestles on the Copper Canyon railroad while climbing to 8,000 feet and provide passage back two centuries when the Durango-Silverton narrow gauge railroad first shined its light through the cool Colorado rain.
Far from disappearing into the rail yards of yesteryear, trains serve a pragmatic purpose. They're an opportunity to let someone else drive, as I often do, from Seattle to Portland, to observe the stunning coastline without watching the road, or to surmount the vast and varied landscape of the world's second largest country from Toronto to Vancouver. Train travel continues to rise in North America as travelers discover the virtue in trading velocity for well-measured experience.
The Alaska Railroad, running between Seward and Fairbanks, offers passengers a range of stunning vistas.
Trains take us places we would normally never go, climbing the sides of mountains, cutting through passes, disappearing into tunnels. Nowhere is this more true than in Alaska, where the Alaska Railroad carries passengers from Seward to Fairbanks through some of the most breathtaking (and rugged) landscape including the Hurricane Gulch bridge, which spans 918 feet and soars almost 300 feet above the Chulitna River. The 12-hour trip between Anchorage and Fairbanks provides more wildlife viewing opportunities than most people encounter in a lifetime, as well as several vistas of Denali (Mount McKinley), our continent's tallest peak.
Amtrak's Coast Starlight
Rolling through central California, Amtrak's Coast Starlight arouses thoughts of movie adventure. It carried about 500,000 passengers last year.
In a world of bullet trains, Amtrak remains an anachronistic, if determined, national railway. Nowhere do the tubular silver cars rumble along more nostalgically then through the orchards of central California, where passengers feel they are part of a John Huston movie, waiting for a bandage-nosed Jack Nicholson to stride into the dining car. The Coast Starlight's tracks were laid when trains still ruled the routes, providing miles of ocean vista during the 33-hour trip from Seattle to Los Angeles. The train, which hosted almost 500,000 passengers last year, is the only train on the Amtrak route to feature a first class car, complete with library, wine tastings and, given the southerly destination, a movie theater. Those looking for even more Hollywood endings in Southern California should head to Ventura and take the Fillmore and Western Railway, a movie star in its own right.


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Lots of movement in this week's power rankings. Five teams get a new spot -- three getting a much deserved boost after big wins, and two taken down a notch after losses.
The big upset of the week was Reservoir over Howard (though it's not that big of an upset when you think about it; it was more like two good football teams playing a close game...). That mixes up the whole middle of the rankings.
No worries for those who don't like change: River Hill and Glenelg are still at the top.
Read on to see how everything got sorted out. Spoliers: I think Hammond and Howard are pretty hard to separate.
Playoff update: Howard is in a little bit of trouble in the 4A North, especially with some tough games ahead on the schedule. River Hill, Glenelg and Centennial are looking really strong in the 3A East, but Reservoir has been surging to make a run at the fourth spot if City falters.
Hammond has the best chance for a spot in the 2A South playoffs, though the Golden Bears are looking at a No. 4 seed right now. Click here for the big picture.
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1. (1.) River Hill (6-0, 201 points scored-24 points allowed)
The Hawks haven't allowed more than a touchdown in any game this season, but they'll see some good offenses in the second half. Can any team end their winning streak, which is now at 30 games?
Last week: beat Wilde Lake (3-3), 33-0. This week: home against Hammond (4-2), Friday at 7 p.m.
Wins: G (7-3), MR (49-0), A (28-6), C (42-7), MH (42-8), WL (33-0). Losses: NA.
2. (2.) Glenelg (5-1, 160-50)
The Gladiators have outscored opponents by 110 points, which is impressive. If the Gladiators can take care of business down the stretch, the playoffs are a lock.
Last week: beat Oakland Mills (2-4), 49-8. This week: home against Marriotts Ridge (1-5), Saturday at 1:30 p.m.
W: WL (14-6), Re (24-6), Ha (35-3), Ho (35-20), OM (49-8). L: RH (7-3).
3. (4.) Centennial (5-1, 187-97)
The Eagles have proven themselves week after week, including beating their last two opponents by a combined 65-7. The last four games will be pretty tough, but a playoff berth is within reach. They've got all the pieces.
Last week: beat Atholton (0-6), 31-0. This week: at Howard (4-2), Friday at 7 p.m.
W: Re (28-7), OM (59-20), MH (28-21), LR (34-7), A (31-0). L: RH (42-7).
4. (6.) Reservoir (4-2, 135-114)
A big win last week in the mud for the Gators, who have scored 86 points in their last three games (all wins). They started the season 1-2, but the win over Howard shows that this team could make the playoffs for a second straight season. Workhorse running back Avian White has been a strong foundation for the offense.
Last week: beat Howard (4-2), 13-6). This week: at Long Reach (1-5), Friday at 7 p.m.
W: MH (36-14), OM (49-21), Ha (24-21), Ho (13-6). L: C (28-7), G (24-6).
5. (3.) Howard (4-2, 149-97)
Facing the field in the 4A playoffs is the least of the Lions' worries after losing two games in a row and with Centennial, Hammond and River Hill ahead on the schedule. A win Friday night would put the Lions back on the right track.
Last week: lost to Reservoir (4-2), 13-6. This week: home against Centennial (5-1), Friday at 7 p.m.
W: WL (13-10), A (40-16), MR (35-10), MH (35-13). L: G (35-20), Re (13-6).
6. (7.) Hammond (4-2, 166-95)
I probably went overboard in dropping Hammond three spots last week after a loss to Reservoir. There is logic to all these rankings, although I don't have a crystal ball, or an above average talent at prognosticating. The Golden Bears were dominant in their 44-14 homecoming win last week. They've got tough opponents down the stretch, though.
Last week: beat Marriotts Ridge (1-5), 44-14. This week: at River Hill (6-0), Friday at 7 p.m.
W: MH (27-0), LR (41-8), OM (30-14), MR (44-14). L: G (35-3), Re (24-21).
7. (5.) Wilde Lake (3-3, 96-86)
Wilde Lake didn't look as bad as the score in the Wildecats' 33-0 loss to River Hill. They can pass the ball with quarterback Spencer Ampofo and receivers Malik Jackson and DeVon Groves. Scoring in the red zone has been a problem, though, as the Wildecats have scored less than 100 points in six games and have outscored the opposition by only 10 points on the season.
Last week: lost to River Hill (6-0), 33-0 This week: at Mt. Hebron (1-5), Thursday at 7 p.m.
W: LR (29-7), MR (28-7), A (23-12). L: Ho (13-10), G (14-6), RH (33-0).


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Katy, TX (Sports Network) - Brandon Fortenberry scored 18 points and pulled down eight rebounds as the Southeastern Louisiana Lions captured an 85-65 win over the McNeese State Cowboys in the quarterfinals of the Southland Conference Tournament at the Merrell Center.
Dre Evans added 17 points for the fourth-seeded Lions (13-17), followed by Onochie Ochie with 15 points and eight rebounds in order to send the team to the semifinals on Friday to do battle with top-seeded Stephen F. Austin. Jeffery Ricard contributed 14 points and Roger Woods 10 in the victory.
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The Lions produced a 53-36 lead at the break on the strength of 57.1 percent shooting from the floor, which included 7-of-12 beyond the arc, not to mention a perfect 14-of-14 showing at the free-throw line.
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"They are learning how to work together collaboratively," says Leslie Babinski of Duke University. "We're putting them in an intense situation."
Duke's Ken Dodge added, "Where they realize a problem in the world in education, and their potential to help be a part of the solution."
The symposium continues tomorrow and early into the week, with former Governor Jim Hunt speaking to students. Former Governor Beverly Perdue spoke Sunday.
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Obit of the Day: Saved and Savior
Schaja Kleinberg was a survivor. His hometown of Bochnia, Poland had a thriving community of 3,500 Jews before the Nazi invasion. After the end of World War II, Mr. Kleinberg was one of only 50 to survive.
In 1942, Mr. Kleinberg was sent to the Plaszow labor camp. It was at the camp that he first met Oskar Schindler, the German industrialist whose "list" saved 1,100 Jews from the death camps. But Mr. Kleinberg had a more personal connection to Mr. Schindler. Asked by soldiers to dig his own grave, he was moments from being shot when Mr. Schindler ran up shouting "Stop! This is one of my workers!"
Mr. Kleinberg also had first-hand experience with the sadistic commandant of Plaszow, Amon Goeth. Goeth, according to Mr. Kleinberg, had a dog that he trained to attack Jews. One day in the camp he commanded the dog to attack a boy. The dog, who had developed a relationship with the boy, refused. Goeth shot the boy, and the dog.
After the war, Mr. Kleinberg emigrated to Germany where he worked as a cantor - the leader of song and prayer in a synagogue. While in Germany, Mr. Kleinberg played his own role in preserving Jewish history. Two copies of the Torah had been spirited away from the Munich synagogue on Kristallnacht by a non-Jewish janitor who buried them to spare them from destruction by the Nazis. (He also convinced the Nazis to not burn down the synagogue.) Unfortunately the burial made the Torahs unusable in worship and Munich's rabbis were going to re-bury the sacred scrolls. But Mr. Kleinberg recognized their importance and had them preserved above ground - one in Munich, one in Oak Park, Michigan, where he and his family moved in 1989.
Schaja Kleinberg died on December 4, 2013 at the age of 93.
Sources: Detroit Free Press, aish.com, deathcamps.org
(Image of Mr. Kleinberg blessing his granddaughter on her wedding day. Copyright of Robert Bruce and courtesy of redditlurker.com)
Other Schindlerjuden featured on Obit of the Day:
Kuba Beck - Died on November 5, 2013
Mietek Pemper - The man who typed up Schindler's famous list


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The Kansas City Chiefs have reportedly signed UFA Demetrius Harris, a tight end from the UW-Milwaukee Panthers.
The third undrafted free agent prospect signed by the Kansas City Chiefs has been announced, once again, by the player's own Twitter feed.
@kcchiefs thanks for the opportunity. I'm living my dream, I'm thankful for all the support that everyone has shown. #Godbless
— Demetrius Harris (@D_NFL_Harris) April 28, 2013
You may remember the Chiefs worked out Harris and it was somewhat of a major story because he was a basketball star with the Panthers and not on any football scout's radar. Because he's athletic, tall and graded out as a tight end, the comparisons to Tony Gonzales and Antonio Gates abound from here.
After scouring the internet, I could literally find zero stats on this guy. He's 6′ 6″, 239 pounds and can run the 40 yard dash in 4.75. Beyond that, I can't really tell you much other than he played basketball.
If you missed the story from the beginning of April, Chiefs' general manager, John Dorsey first became aware of Harris while he was still in his old job with the Green Bay Packers. To show the amount of due diligence Dorsey shows as a scout, he made a note in his calendar to follow up on Harris two years later because he saw that much promise in the young man. I did manage to find this story from Yahoo Sports breaking down how the Chiefs scouted Harris.
This could be a very promising signing for the Chiefs. If Harris impressed Dorsey that much that he would call and sign him two years later, there must be something to that. We'll see. What do you think, Addicts?
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Philadelphia Eagles preview
Plenty of questions, potential under Kelly
Published: Jul 25, 2013
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This is the latest preview in a series examining the 2013 fantasy football outlook of each NFL team. Today, a look at the Philadelphia Eagles.
It all starts with Philadelphia's new head coach. The Eagles made one of the highest-profile hires of the offseason, luring Chip Kelly away from the Univ. of Oregon. Whether Kelly's fast-paced offensive scheme can make the transition to the pro game in its true form -- or if at all -- is one of the most intriguing questions in the entire league this year.
Interestingly, while the Eagles' offensive scheme will look a lot different under Kelly than it did under ex-coach Andy Reid, the personnel will not. All of the top Eagles skill position players will be back for 2013 and few new ones have been added to the mix. The new faces, TE James Casey, rookie TE Zach Ertz and QB Matt Barkley, are unlikely to draw the interests of fantasy owners in Year 1. Meanwhile, the old guard of Michael Vick, LeSean McCoy, DeSean Jackson and Jeremy Maclin possess tantalizing upside and serious risk.
Instead, it was the defense that received a major personnel overhaul. As you'll see in the "Key Additions" section, almost everyone on that list is a defensive player. That's no surprise given how badly the secondary struggled last season, allowing the second-most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. It remains to be seen how much the new players and a different coach can change things, however, so fantasy owners should probably take a wait-and-see approach to the Eagles defense.
That option won't be available for most of the key offensive players on the Eagles, however. Question marks and all, they will still be drafted in fantasy leagues this summer. In today's Eagles preview, we'll help you get a better gauge on whether you want to be the owner who makes that gamble.
Key additions: LB Connor Barwin, TE James Casey, DB Patrick Chung, DB Bradley Fletcher, RB Felix Jones, DB Kenny Phillips, DL Isaac Sopoaga, CB Cary Williams.
Key subtractions: DB Nnamdi Asomugha, DL Cullen Jenkins, LB Akeem Jordan, DB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie.
Eagles team page | Stat Projections | Auction Values
4-Star Players
LeSean McCoy, RB. McCoy's down year was the product of two things: injuries and regression. He played 12 games rather than the 15 he had gotten the previous two years, and given Bryce Brown's performance in two of those missed games, it's not crazy to think McCoy could have easily picked up 1,100 yards had he played all 16. The regression aspect was in touchdowns. McCoy had 20 scores the year before and was highly unlikely to see that number again. When it comes down to it, McCoy was only slightly less effective on a per-game basis last season. While his share of the workload may go down under Kelly, his overall carries should remain steady since the Eagles figure to run a lot more this season. His current ADP on mockdraftcentral.com of 17.44 is great value, and he could easily return to legit RB1 status this season. Don't be afraid to pull the trigger on him late in the first round.
3-Star Players
Michael Vick, QB. At Oregon, Kelly's offense was extremely run-heavy and has functioned with mobile quarterbacks. On paper, that makes it look like a good fit for Vick. However, ball security and accuracy, two things Vick has always struggled with, are vitally important in Kelly's offense. There's been plenty of smoke with regards to whether Nick Foles could win the job out of camp, so there may be some fire here. While we still expect Vick to emerge the starter, he may not have much margin for error. There's a silver lining to this, however -- the increased questioning is driving Vick's draft position down. In the end, you may not have to invest a whole lot to score a player that still has game-breaking potential.
DeSean Jackson, WR. On the surface, Jackson went from mild disappointment in '11 to complete bust in '12. However, that was largely based on the games played; his receiving averages per catch and per game didn't really change between from 2011-12. In a whole new system this year, it's hard to get a read on what Jackson's role would be. There was some talk he could be a jack-of-all-trades, getting receptions and carries out of the backfield, but Kelly has dismissed the talk of Jackson as an RB. Still a versatile option, Jackson should at least be able to gain WR3 value when he plays. Banking on him for more, even if you think he'll be motivated in a contract year, is a serious roll of the dice.
Jeremy Maclin, WR. Another year, another disappointment for Maclin. The wideout has never broken 1,000 yards receiving in a season, and saw his yards per game drop to 57.1 last year from 66.1 in '11. Maclin is playing for a contract this season, which could give him extra motivation in '12, but it really all depends on his role in the offense. Maclin will be in the weekly mix for your team's WR3 spot, but don't draft him hoping for a huge breakout.
Alex Henery, K. Henery finished 21st among kickers in standard scoring last year, largely because his team didn't punch in many touchdowns. He actually was 15th in field-goal attempts with 31 (hitting 27), but was 27th in extra-point attempts with just 26. That was 40 fewer attempts than league leader Stephen Gostkowski had. There's nothing wrong with Henery's accuracy or leg, so it's just a matter of whether the Eagles offense produces more this season. Until that question is answered, Henery is more of a bye-week option than a fantasy starter.
2-Star Players
Bryce Brown, RB. Brown rushed for 564 yards last year and averaged 4.9 YPC. However, if you take out his back-to-back games against the Panthers and Cowboys in which he rushed for 347 yards, Brown had just 217 yards and 3.0 YPC on the year. Those two games show Brown's talent, but the rest of his season shows he's far from consistent. He also lost four fumbles last year, and is clearly behind McCoy on the depth chart. However, Brown's role as the backup in an up-tempo, run-oriented offense means he could get enough value to flirt with flex status in the right matchups.
Trent Cole, DL. After putting up 55 sacks in the prior five seasons, Cole fell off a cliff last year, getting to the quarterback just three times in 16 games. There's an explanation for that, as Cole required hand surgery after last season. A bigger issue is that Cole is being moved off the defensive line and to outside linebacker in the Eagles' new-look defense. It remains to be seen if he can be effective in that role, which increases his draft-day risk factor. However, should Cole take to the role well, he would potentially get a linebacker's share of tackles from a defensive line slot in IDP leagues. Much like his teammates, there's a good amount of risk/reward with Cole.
Eagles defense/special teams. The Eagles defense was mediocre against the run in 2012 and terrible against the pass, leading to a massive overhaul of the unit. How massive? The entire secondary could feature new starters, with the only possible returnee being safety Nate Allen. The scheme will also be different; the Eagles are transitioning to a 3-4 base, which also involves moving Cole, their best pass-rushing lineman, to outside linebacker. With new personnel, a new scheme and new coaching staff, the unit is too uncertain to take on draft day.
1-Star Players
Brent Celek, TE. Celek's resurgence in '11, during which he caught 62 passes for 811 yards, turned out to be brief as the tight end caught 57 passes for just 684 yards and a single score last season. The Eagles' signing of James Casey and draft selection of Zach Ertz indicates Celek is headed towards a timeshare at the position. Reports that the Eagles see Celek as a blocking tight end don't improve his outlook. Celek is fast losing fantasy relevance.
0-Star Players
Nick Foles, QB. In his seven-week audition last season, Foles had one excellent fantasy performance, two middling ones and four poor ones. That in itself shouldn't doom him to irrelevance, but there's a legitimate question as to whether Foles has the wheels to run Kelly's offense, which has predominantly featured mobile quarterbacks. The beat writers in Philadelphia don't believe that's an issue if Foles proves to be more accurate and less turnover-prone than Vick. Still, the fit just doesn't appear to be there, so even if Foles wins the job out of training camp, he should not be high on fantasy radars.
Felix Jones, RB.Jones has a name and had been reliable in a part-time role prior to '12, so there's some hope he could contribute in a run-oriented offense. He will start the season behind McCoy and Brown, however, meaning he'll need ineffectiveness from Brown or an injury to one of the two to gain fantasy relevance. He's a name to file away for later in the season but not someone to worry about on draft day.
Jason Avant, WR. Avant has had 51, 52 and 53 receptions the last three years, and has never been much more than a bye-week fill-in. With the Eagles expecting to throw the ball less, his role should decrease even further. Even if he makes the team, Avant isn't a guy to look at on draft day.
James Casey, TE. The Eagles not only signed Casey away from Houston, but also gave him a three-year deal. He has the size and ability to create matchup problems at tight end and could well end up as the leading receiver amongst the Eagles' tight ends. However, there's a question about how much the Eagles will throw, especially to the TEs. With plenty of other options, Casey's role is not likely to be enough to warrant drafting in single-TE leagues.
Patrick Chung, DB. Three years ago, Chung racked up 96 tackles and three interceptions for the Patriots. He's played 20 games in two years since, totaling 107 tackles and three interceptions. Playing for his old college coach again, and the Eagles looking to get more aggressive on defense, Chung has a shot to be relevant in IDP circles once more. The caveat is if he stays healthy, which is far from a sure thing at this point.
Medical Report: Most of the key injury notes deal with the offensive line (more on that below). LT Jason Peters missed all of '12 after tearing his Achilles in spring workouts last year. He should be ready for Week 1. Jason Kelce tore his ACL in Week 2 last season but expects to be back as the starting center this season. Finally, LG Evan Mathis underwent ankle surgery in the offseason but should be fine to start the season. ... DB Kenny Phillips missed a good deal of OTAs dealing with soreness in his surgically repaired right knee, but expects to be ready for training camp. He could start at free safety.
Coaching: There couldn't be more different philosophies than former Eagles coach Andy Reid and current head man Chip Kelly. Reid favored the West Coast offense, emphasizing the short passing game while not running the ball a great deal; Kelly's offense is an up-tempo, run-oriented attack.
That said, Kelly brought in Pat Shurmur as offensive coordinator, a West Coast offensive disciple who would have fit in better with the last regime. That could indicate Kelly isn't intent on installing the exact same offensive style he used in college. However, until proven otherwise, expect Kelly to institute a run-oriented attack supplemented by a short passing game.
The defense will transition from 4-3 to 3-4 under new coordinator Bill Davis, who hasn't had a great deal of success in the role in the past. Davis also faces the difficult task of incorporating the many new parts of the unit while shifting Cole to a new OLB position. Davis has promised to bring pressure, so he may have more in common with the blitz-heavy Eagles defenses of the early Andy Reid era. With the talent in question, this unit is worth tracking rather than drafting.
Offensive line: The Eagles offensive line was pretty poor in '12. Football Outsiders had it as 28th in adjusted line yards, indicating McCoy and Brown were reliant on their own skills rather than the line to get yardage. The O-line's adjusted sack rate was 25th in the league.
However, there's reason to believe things will dramatically improve next season. Peters is retuning from an Achilles tear that cost him all of '12; Kelce missed 14 games last year after knee surgery; and the team added No. 4-overall pick RT Lane Johnson in this year's draft. Evan Mathis is one of the top guards in the league. Things should look much better for McCoy, Brown and whoever starts at quarterback this season.
Schedule analysis: On paper, the Eagles don't see a lot of strong defenses this year. It helps the NFC East isn't exactly a powerhouse in that department. That the Eagles get the AFC West, which features three questionable defenses, makes the schedule look even better. A few bumps are on the schedule, notably the Vikings and Bears in Weeks 15 and 16 to close the fantasy playoffs, but most of the early season is clear. Only Denver (Week 4) and potentially Tampa (Week 6) are worrisome. Fantasy Strength of Schedule: Fifth easiest (or 28th toughest).
For team stats, depth chart, position battles and more, visit the Eagles team page on Fantasy Source!
UP NEXT: Houston Texans (Monday).


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Higher temperatures, changes in rainfall and natural disasters caused by climate change could reduce food production growth by 2% each decade for the rest of the century, according to a new report on climate change issued today by The Chicago Council.
The study, which builds on the recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report and National Climate Assessment, concludes that climate change could erase gains since 2009 to improve the plight of small-holder farmers in developing countries.
"Food systems in developing countries, many of which are located in tropical and low-lying coastal areas, will be hardest hit," the report concludes. "These countries also lack the resources to adapt effectively to the multiple challenges climate change poses to food production."
The report findings were presented at the Chicago Council's annual conference by Dan Glickman, former USDA ag secretary, and Douglas Bereuter, president emeritus, The Asia Foundation.
Glickman emphasized that more variable weather brought on by climate change will affect our food supply in the future, "and we are not prepared."
The Council called for more funding for research to identify climate change mitigation strategies for developing countries and the development of more sophisticated models and better data collection.
"It's striking to me that we can get cell phone coverage in most of the world, but we still can't get reliable weather forecasts," Bereuter said. He also said we need to develop new crops that can be grown in brackish water.
The report warns that ag-related emissions around the globe could grow dramatically as the population grows and incomes grow, unless low-emission growth strategies are implemented.
It notes that agricultural development can contribute to the release of carbon dioxide, especially when grasslands and forests are converted to agriculture. The loss of vegetation above ground results in large carbon dioxide emissions.
"We have to be aware that agriculture is responsible for somewhere between 25 and 30% of greenhouse gas emissions," said Cynthia E. Rosenzweig, senior research scientist, NASA.
According to a World Resources Institute report, changes in land use account for 6% of the warming potential from greenhouse gas emissions annually, mainly through deforestation in tropical regions.
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The gearbox is a standard one. The question is: Is the Impreza GC8 Gearbox similar to the one I have in my Legacy? If I buy the Impreza Gearbox, will it be fully suitable in my Legacy??... I'm asking this, because it is much easier to find a used Impreza Gearbox instead of a Legacy. At least in Portugal, where I live.
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An extended conversation with Keith Betton – former Head of corporate affairs at the Association of British Travel Agents, the youngest ever president of the London Natural History Society, former Council member of the RSPB, former chair of the Ornithological Society of the Middle East, current bird recorder for Hampshire, current council member of the BTO, and current Chair of The African Bird Club (ABC). On top of all that, is he also any good at persuading an impecunious podcaster to join the African Bird Club…?
With just over 1200 members the ABC provides information about Africa and supports conservation across the continent. To quote the Chair, the Club is "the place where birders come who love Africa" and through its website and magazines provides a huge resource of images, papers, checklists, and sound-recordings to anyone interested in Africa and its 2500+ species of birds.
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The Register UK: MusicMatch to offer subscription free downloads
- July 28, 2003
- Digital Media,
"MusicMatch, which already offers a subscription-based service, the $7-a-month MusicMatch MX, said it has struck deals with nine big-name labels to offer a casual purchase-oriented download service for Windows PCs.
Among the labels are 'big five' players EMI, Universal and BMG, but both Warner and Sony are notable by their absence, which automatically puts MusicMatch's service at a disadvantage to both Apple and BuyMusic."
Solution to unresponsive iPod Software Updater
- July 27, 2003
- Windows Software,
Some of you have experienced this: The recently released Windows iPod Software Updater launches and is completely unresponsive (while CPU usage maxes out at 100%!) - leaving you unable to do anything with your freshly formatted iPod. What a dead end! After some 'Googling' I found an app written for exactly this problem: WinniePod will restore or update your iPod regardless.
Editor's note: URL link has been corrected.
O'Reilly: Unsung Heros and Other iTunes Tips
- July 26, 2003
- iTunes,
Derrick Story has written a tip on how to create a smart playlist for those songs that don't get played often on i iTunes/iPod.
Last Played -> is not in the last -> 30 days, and then I set up a couple more limiters such as
Album -> does not contain -> Christmas so Bing Crosby doesn't constantly appear at the top of my list. One other parameter I set is
Limit to 50 songs -> selected by song name."
iPod voted 'Best Gadget' in InfoWorld's Reader Choice Awards
- July 26, 2003
- iPod,
Macminute reports that InfoWorld has released its 2003 InfoWorld Readers Choice Awards results and the iPod took top spot as 'Best Gadget', sweeping the competiton with 40% of the votes.
Cringely: One Possible Future for a Music Business
- July 25, 2003
- Digital Media,
"I call my idea Son of Napster, or Snapster for short.
Napster failed because it was determined by the courts to violate intellectual property rights and because it did not have a successful business model, or any business model for that matter.
'iPod: The Missing Manual' book released
- July 25, 2003
- iPod,
O'Reilly and Associates has released a new book for iPods titled, 'iPod: The Missing Manual.' "In this book, New York Times tech columnist J. D. Biersdorfer blows open the secret doors of this gleaming, chrome-and-white beauty. With humor and authority, she lays bare an astonishing collection of useful tips, tricks, and shortcuts…" The book covers all Mac and Windows iPod models, iTunes, MusicMatch, iTunes Music Store and retails for $24.95.
"BuyMusic.com blocks Mac access"
- July 25, 2003
- Digital Media,
Macminute reports that BuyMusic.com has blocked access to Mac users. The page starts to load then it's redirected to the following message; "Thank you for visiting BuyMusic.com. In order to take full advantage of BuyMusic.com's offerings you must be on a Windows Operating System using Internet Explorer version 5.0 or higher."
Also noted is a tutorial by MacMerc.com to enable the Safari browser to act like Windows MSIE6.
Dr. Mac: BuyMusic isn't .com-parable to Mac's iTunes
- July 25, 2003
- Digital Media,
"BuyMusic.com's big marketing push is songs for 79 cents. But it's a bogus claim. For example, only one song in its Top 100 Downloads section cost 79 cents; all the others had prices from 99 cents to $1.29. [...]
Here's another example: BuyMusic.com sets strict limits on what you can do with the songs you buy. Most are bound to a single PC, so you're only allowed to listen on one computer, while every song you buy at iTMS can be played on up to three Macs. [...]
I can't recommend BuyMusic.com to anyone on any platform. Mac users should avoid it. And Windows users will be better off waiting for iTunes for Windows, available later this year."
Griffin Announces iTrip Station Finder Software
- July 25, 2003
- Mac Software,
Griffin Technology has released a free OS X application for finding clear FM stations within the U.S. for use with the iTrip FM transmitter.
"This small free application assists iTrip owners in finding clear frequencies in over 200 cities and towns in the United States. [...] The new iTrip Station Finder application makes this process much easier and faster by suggesting the frequencies that have the least interference near them. [...]
The iTrip Station Finder's city-based frequency list has been compiled by analyzing extensive data about a given metropolitan area and its current radio station offerings. Frequencies were then selected that were not only empty, but also contained adjacent clear channels. For example in Dallas, TX 102.5 is suggested for use with the iTrip. That means that not only 102.5 is clear, but 102.3 and 102.7 are clear as well."
Windows: iPod Software 1.3 Update Released
- July 24, 2003
- Windows Software,
The iPod Software 1.3 Update provides iTunes 4 support, including playback of AAC encoded audio files (Mac-only). For Windows users, iPod Software 1.3 adds support for Audible.com content. Additional enhancements include audio playback and user interface improvements, increased playback time on scroll-wheel iPods, and longer stand-by time for all iPods.
iPod Software Update 1.3 is only compatible with touch-wheel and scroll-wheel iPods without a dock connector. The recently introduced iPods (April 28, 2003) do not need this update.
Dr. Bott naviPod for Original iPod Ships
- July 24, 2003
- iPod Accessories,
I received an email today that the naviPod wireless remote is shipping, though the website remains "Preorder, shipping July."
Vaja Releases New Classic Case for 3G iPod
- July 24, 2003
- iPod Accessories,
Vaja has officially released information on its new leather Classic cases for 3G iPods. Featuring snap closure, screen protector, interior storage slot (for credit cards, license, etc.), and an all access design, the flip-top cases are available in two different exterior styles. Models 669 and 667 fit 30GB iPods while the 668 and 665 models fit 10/15GB iPods. Visit the website for information on custom built orders and complete pricing.
Target 15GB iPods in Stock at $359.99
- July 24, 2003
- Deals,
Deals On The Web: Target has restocked the new 15GB iPod at $399.99. Use coupon code "TCAF2SAVETEN" during checkout to save 10% and drop the price to $359.99. It's the best current price we've seen. Search for "IPOD" to find the deal.
Vaja Announces Classic iPod Case for 3G iPod
- July 23, 2003
- iPod Accessories,
Vaja has announced to iLounge that they will release their new Classic case for 3G iPods tomorrow. The Classic leather case features a flip-lid design, access to all iPod functions, screen protector, snap closure, and comes in two models for 10/15GB and 30GB. Both models retail for $54.90 and can be purchased tomorrow, Thursday, July 24.
Belkin TuneDok Car Holder for iPod
- July 23, 2003
- iPod Accessories,
Belkin has posted information about a new car holder called the TuneDok. This is the same iPod holder as being sold in the VW iPod connectivity kit for the 'Pods Unite' promotion. The TuneDok features 'AirGrip' technology (suction cup) for secure placement, a large and small rubber base plus adapter cup for exact fit in a cup holder, cable management system, and comes with a 3 year warranty. The TuneDok fits all iPod models and retails for $29.99, but is not yet available. Update: The TuneDoc is expected to ship September 15.
New iTrip for 3G iPods Delayed
- July 22, 2003
- iPod Accessories,
After sending an inquiry, I was met with this tragic news from Griffin Technology tech support.
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Creative has announced the I-Trique L3450 all-white 2.1 speaker system featuring 2 amplifiers, one each dedicated to the Lateral Firing Transducer driver, and 2 Titanium micro drivers, Audio Control Pod for volume, auxiliary line-in, headphones jack, Power on/off and bass control. The L3450 is priced at $149.99 and is expected to ship next month.
Target 30GB iPod for $449.99
- July 22, 2003
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Deals On The Web: Target is offering the new 30GB iPod for $499.99. Use coupon code "TCAF2SAVETEN" during checkout to save 10% for a final price of $449.99. It's the best current price we've seen on a new unit.
USATODAY: BuyMusic Not Compatible with iPod
- July 22, 2003
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Out of the corner of your eye, you spot him.
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Sara Hess on "Orange is the New Black" and writing Thirteen's sex scenes on "House"
AE: Do you feel a sense of responsibility at all when writing queer characters, or to create them if they aren't there to begin with (on any show, not just Orange)?
SH: I guess it would depend on the show. In general I don't feel a huge responsibility to create queer characters. I feel like we're now at the point in Hollywood where that pretty much happens on its own. Writers out here are pretty overwhelmingly socially liberal and I think interested in representing gay people as equals—or at the very least, it's now the "cool" thing to do.
Actually sometimes I feel like it can go too far the other way. Like last year on Downton Abbey when the whole family found out Thomas was gay, and they were all basically awesome about it. Not that I wanted to see anything horrible happen to him as a result of bigotry, but you definitely saw the hand of the writer taking the opportunity to make a point to the audience (and one I truly appreciate, given where England was in its process toward marriage equality) but from a purely narrative standpoint I was like "Really?"
That said, I do feel a responsibility to make sure that, in a sense, being gay is the least interesting thing about gay characters. The days are over (hopefully) when it was a big reveal like "WHAAAT?" Now we can just move on, and concentrate on making them real and making their relationships as nuanced and rounded as every other relationship on television.
AE: You wrote a very pivotal episode of House: "Lucky Thirteen." Fox cut down the beginning scene from what it originally teased for air. What did you think of that and are there any tidbits you can share with us regarding the writing of that scene?
SH: Well, part of the cut was just time, plain and simple. You always end up shooting more than you can use and then cutting to make it fit. As for the rest of it: any FOX objections to that teaser weren't about the gay content, but the general explicitness of the scene (which is fair: it was a network show in primetime) and in particular a moment when Thirteen dropped to her knees in front of Spencer. They were actually pretty cool about the rest of it. We were bummed ("we" meaning my co-writer Liz Friedman, director Greg Yaitanes, and me) when we found out later that they had an existing rule against portraying—or indicating—oral sex (straight or gay), because if we'd known that we could have just choreographed the sequence a different way.
The scene itself was originally Liz's idea and it was basically just for the fun of it. We'd introduced Thirteen as bisexual, but the show was called House, and it was almost impossible to show any character who wasn't actually House having an outside relationship. And almost everyone else in the cast was a dude. So she ended up dating Foreman for a while and when that was over we both really wanted to hook her up with a girl, if only briefly, just to show that side of her was real. And we knew that Olivia was definitely game, so Liz wrote this really hot make-out.
It's funny because later there was this backlash of people saying "of course the show only uses girl-on-girl as a kind of gimmick to get guys to watch" and in actuality it was gay women entertaining themselves. One thing I'm still sad about was that we wrote a later scene in which they actually bond in a real way, to show that their relationship wasn't just sex/acting out, and that scene got cut (again, for time), which was/is just the reality of procedural television—anything that doesn't directly advance the plot gets put on the chopping block in post. So you lose a lot of character nuance. The next year Liz had the script pages for that cut scene framed and gave them to me for my birthday.
AE: What was your favorite Orange scene to write? A line you are most proud of?
SH: Oh, that's just not fair. The whole show is so much fun. I guess I would have to say Taystee getting her hair done in the salon and talking with her friends about being the black best friend in a white girl movie? I also personally love the Fischer/Caputo dynamic. Nick Sandow and Lauren Lapkus make me howl. And the fight between Cal and Neri in the trailer in Episode 12 just killed me. The actors are so brilliant. I was pretty proud of the "fat Bon Iver" stuff. Oh, and Taystee and Poussey in the library after Taystee comes back. Their chemistry/skill is beyond.
AE: Because it was based on a book, Season 1 was loosely based on some preexisting characters and story lines. What can you tell us about Season 2?
SH: Nothing. Seriously. The lid is on. Netflix would have me killed. (Hi, Netflix!)
AE: How would you fare in the prison? Do you think you'd be hanging out with Nichols, Claudette or Crazy Eyes?
SH: I think I'd do OK. I'd probably make friends with Black Cindy right away for protection. But mostly I'd be reading a thousand books alone in my bunk and staying the hell out of everyone's way. And not pooping. I'm pretty sure I could do Piper's whole sentence without pooping. Not to brag, but that's a talent I have.
Follow Sara on her personal Twitter (@sarahess) and also on the Orange Writers account (@orangewriters).


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South Korea blocks Ashley Madison adultery website
The homepage of the global adultery hook-up site Ashley Madison dating website displayed on a laptop in Hong Kong, August 20, 2013 - by Philippe Lopez
The Korean site of the Canada-based company -- slogan: "Life is short. Have an affair" -- went online in the middle of last month, garnering close to 50,000 subscribers in its first week.
Under a 1953 statute that criminalises adultery, an unfaithful spouse in South Korea can receive a prison sentence of up to two years for having an affair.
The Korea Communications Standards Commission (KCSC), a largely government-appointed body, said the website was an incitement to immorality.
"In light of the legal spirit of relevant laws aimed to protect healthy sexual morals, marriage bonds and family life, KCSC decided to block access to the site which incites adultery," the commission said in a statement.
"There is a great danger of this site spreading bad behaviour and seriously undermining legal order by aiding or abetting in adultery," it added.
South Korea is the second Asian country to block Ashley Madison after Singapore, which barred access in November for similar reasons.
The website is no stranger to Asia, having already launched in Japan, India and Hong Kong.
Ashley Madison CEO Noel Biderman believes the South Korean law is "hopelessly outdated" but still heeded legal advice not to attend the South Korea launch in person.
He insists that his website simply facilitates an activity that is universal and crosses all social and geographical boundaries.
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But it remains on the statute books, despite half a dozen referrals for review to the country's Constitutional Court, and there is no great groundswell of opinion to have it removed.
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