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Method of forming a radio frequency identification (RFID) device. In one embodiment, a recess is provided in a plastic substrate containing an integrated circuit comprising RFID circuitry. A conductive material extends over a sidewall of the recess and is coupled to the integrated circuit in a first region and to an antenna in a second region. A flexible film may be disposed over the recess, the integrated circuit, and the conductive material.
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More than one reissue application has been filed for the reissue of U.S. Pat. No. 6,329,213 B1. The reissue applications are application Ser. Nos. 10/734,072 (the present application), 11/302,543, and 11/496,088, all of which are continuation reissues of U.S. Pat. No. 6,329,213 B1.
The invention pertains to methods of forming integrated circuits within substrates, and to embedded circuits. The invention is thought to have particular application towards methods of forming integrated circuits within personal cards, such as personal identification cards and credit cards.
Smart cards typically include an integrated circuit providing both memory and processing functions, have words or pictures printed on them, and control who uses information stored in the integrated circuit and how the information is used.
Some smart cards have length and width dimensions corresponding to those of credit cards. The size of such smart cards is determined by an international standard (ISO 7816). ISO 7816 also defines the physical characteristics of the plastic, including temperature tolerance and flexibility. ISO 7816 also defines the position of electrical contacts and their functions, and the protocol for communications between the integrated circuit and readers (vending machines, pay phones, etc.) The term "smart card", as used herein, is meant to include cards that include microprocessors. Such cards might not conform to ISO 7816.
Several types of plastic are used for the casings or housings of smart cards. PVC and ABS are typical. PVC can be embossed, but is not recyclable. ABS is not readily embossed, but is recyclable.
Smart cards have many different applications. For example, smart cards can be pre-paid cards used instead of money for making purchases from vending machines, gaming machines, gas stations, car washes, photocopiers, laundry machines, cinemas, fast-food restaurants, retail outlets, or anywhere where cash is used. For example, they are commonly used in Europe with public telephones. A timer is used to detect a balance from the card automatically while a conversation continues. Smart cards can be used as food stamps, or for redeeming other government-provided benefits. Because the transaction is electronic, the telephone, vending machine, etc. does not need to store cash, so risk of loss due to theft can be reduced. Change does not need to be stored and disbursed, and received payment can be directly wired to a bank. Pre-paid cards can be a form of advertising, because they can have logos or other information printed on them. The user would typically carry the card for weeks before using up the value on the card.
To authenticate a conventional credit card, a telephone call must be made to verify that sufficient funds are available. Smart cards permit such verification to be performed off-line, thus saving telecommunication charges. Smart cards thus provide an advantage over conventional credit cards. Smart cards can also be used as keys to gain access to restricted areas, such as secure areas of buildings, or to access parking lots.
Radio frequency identification devices (RFIDs) can also be considered smart cards if they include an integrated circuit. RFIDs are described in detail in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 08/705,043, filed Aug. 29, 1996, and incorporated herein by reference. RFIDs comprising integrated circuits may be referred to as intelligent RFIDs or as remote intelligent communication (RIC) devices.
Smart cards will typically contain an integrated circuit, typically provided as a packaged integrated circuit chip (IC chip). The smart card may also comprise electrical interconnects for connecting the IC chip to terminals. In other instances, the electronic interconnects will comprise an antenna, such as, for example, when the integrated circuit comprises radio frequency identification device circuitry. In other instances, an antenna, battery and IC may be inserted into smart cards. As smart cards are intended to be conveniently carried by persons, it is desirable to produce smart cards which are relatively thin, preferably having a size and shape similar to credit cards. This enables the cards to be carried on a person, such as, for example, in a persons's wallet.
The invention encompasses methods for forming integrated circuits within substrates, and embedded circuits.
In one aspect, the invention encompasses a method of forming an integrated circuit within a substrate. A recess is formed in the substrate, and an antenna is printed within the recess. An integrated circuit chip and a battery are provided in operative electrical connection with the antenna.
In another aspect, the invention encompasses a method of forming a plurality of cards. A substrate sheet is provided and a plurality of recesses are formed within the substrate sheet. The individual recesses have bottom surfaces and sidewall surfaces joined to the bottom surfaces. A conductive film is printed within the recesses to form electrical interconnects within the recesses. The electrical interconnects extend along the bottom surfaces and the sidewall surfaces of the recesses, and also on top surfaces of the substrate sheet. Integrated circuit chips are placed within the recesses and in electrical connection with the electrical interconnects. The integrated circuit chips and the conductive film within the recesses are covered with a protective cover. The substrate sheet is divided into a plurality of cards.
In another aspect, the invention encompasses an embedded circuit. The embedded circuit includes a substrate having a recess therein; a conductive circuit printed within the recess and an integrated circuit chip bonded to the conductive circuit.
In another aspect, the invention encompasses an embedded circuit. The embedded circuit includes a substrate having a recess therein; a conductive circuit provided within the recess; an integrated circuit chip bonded to the conductive circuit; and a battery in electrical connection with the integrated circuit chip.
In accordance with another embodiment, a recess is provided in a plastic substrate containing an integrated circuit comprising RFID circuitry. A conductive material extends over a sidewall of the recess and is coupled to the integrated circuit in a first region and to an antenna in a second region. A flexible film may be disposed over the recess, the integrated circuit, and the conductive material.
Preferred embodiments of the invention are described below with reference to the following accompanying drawings.
FIG. 1 is a schematic perspective view of a card and a printing pad at a preliminary step of a first embodiment method of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a schematic perspective view of the FIG. 1 card and printing pad shown at a processing step subsequent to that of FIG. 1.
FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the FIG. 1 card shown at a processing step subsequent to that of FIG. 2.
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the FIG. 1 card shown at a processing step subsequent to that of FIG. 3.
FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of the FIG. 4 card taken along line 5—5 in FIG. 4.
FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of the FIG. 1 card taken along line 5—5 in FIG. 4, and shown at a processing step subsequent to that of FIG. 5.
FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of the FIG. 1 card taken alone line 5—5 in FIG. 4, and shown at a processing step subsequent to that of FIG. 5.
FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a card being produced according to a second embodiment method of the present invention.
FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of the FIG. 8 card taken along the line 9—9 in FIG. 8.
FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a card being produced according to a third embodiment method of the present invention.
FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view of the FIG. 10 card taken along the line 11—11 in FIG. 10.
FIG. 12 is an elevational view of a substrate sheet processed according to a method of the present invention.
FIG. 13 is an elevational view of the sheet of FIG. 12 at a processing step shown subsequent to that of FIG. 12.
This disclosure of the invention is submitted in furtherance of the constitutional purposes of the U.S. Patent Laws "to promote the progress of science and useful arts" (Article 1, Section 8).
A first embodiment method of the present invention is described with reference to FIGS. 1-7. Referring to FIG. 1, a substrate 10 is shown at a preliminary step of the first embodiment method. Substrate 10 is preferably a card substrate in the approximate shape of a credit card. Substrate 10 can comprise any of a number of materials known to persons of ordinary skill in the art, such as for example, PVC or ABS plastic. As will become apparent from the following discussion, substrate 10 might ultimately be used for a radio frequency card, smart card, or other card built with multiple, interconnected composites, including an integrated circuit. Accordingly, substrate 10 preferably comprises a configuration suitable for one or more of the above-discussed ultimate uses.
Substrate 10 comprises a substrate body 13, a front surface 12, and an opposing back surface 11 (shown in FIG. 5). A recess 14 is provided through front surface 12 and into substrate 10. Recess 14 can be formed by conventional methods. Examples include cutting with a blade, grinding wheel or laser. Another example method for forming recess 14 is to form the recess in situ at a time of card creation by injection molding the card in a shape comprising recess 14. Recess 14 has a bottom surface 16 and sidewall surfaces 18 joined to bottom surface 16. As most clearly shown in FIGS. 5-7, sidewall surfaces 18 preferably extend non-perpendicularly from bottom surface 16. Such non-perpendicular orientation of sidewall surfaces 18 relative to bottom surface 16 can simplify a below-discussed printing of a circuit 22 (shown in FIG. 3) over such sidewall surfaces. It is noted, however, that the present invention also encompasses applications in which sidewall surfaces 18 extend perpendicularly from bottom surface 16.
Still referring to FIG. 1, a printing pad 20 is elevated above substrate 10. Printing pad 20 preferably comprises a deformable material, such as for example, foam, sponge, or silicone rubber. A circuit pattern 21 is formed on printing pad 20, and comprises, for example, a conductive film. Circuit pattern 21 can be formed by, for example, pressing pad 20 onto a plate having a shape corresponding to circuit pattern 21 etched within it.
Referring to FIG. 2, printing pad 20 is pressed against substrate 10 to transfer circuit pattern 21 to substrate 10 and thereby print a circuit 22 (shown in FIG. 3) upon substrate 10 and within recess 14. In the shown embodiment, printing pad 20 is configured to print the circuit pattern on bottom surface 16, on two of sidewall surfaces 18, and on upper surf ace 12. In alternate embodiments which are not shown, printing pad 20 can be configured to print on less than all of surfaces 16, 18 and 20. For instance, in such alternate embodiments, printing pad 20 may be configured to print only on bottom surface 16, or only on bottom surface 16 and one of the sidewall surfaces 18. Suitable materials which may be pad printed to form circuit 22 are conductive films, such as, for example, printed thick film (PTFs) comprising silver-filled organic material. It is noted that, although pad printing is shown, the printing can comprise other printing methods known to persons of ordinary skill in the art, including, for example, stencil printing, screen printing spray printing, needle dispense printing etc. After conductive circuit 22 is printed, the circuit can be cured by conventional methods.
After curing, circuit 22 will have a thickness and associated degree of conductivity. If the conductive is lower than desired as may occur if, for example, conductive material of circuit 22 is too thin, or not adequately a low resistance material, the conductivity can be enhanced by providing an electroless plated metal, such as copper or nickel, against substrate 10 and circuit 22. The electroless plated metal selectively plates conductive circuit 22, while not plating non-conductive surfaces of substrate 10. The electroless plating of metal can be accomplished by conventional methods.
Referring to FIG. 3, circuit 22 preferably comprises conductive interconnects 23 and 24, and an antenna 26. Interconnect 23 comprises nodes 25 and 27, interconnect 24 comprises nodes 28 and 30, and antenna 26 comprises nodes 32 and 33. Nodes 25, 27, 28, 30, 32 and 33 are illustrated as being wider than the rest of interconnects 23 and 24, and antenna 26. However, as will be appreciated by persons of ordinary skill in the art, nodes 25, 27, 28, 30, 32 and 33 could also be a same size as the rest of interconnects 23, 24 and antenna 26; or narrower than the rest of interconnects 23, 24 and antenna 26. Note 27 preferably comprises the shown arcuate shape complementary to an outer surface of a battery 36 (shown in FIG. 4), which is to be joined to node 27. In the shown preferred embodiment, antenna 26 is a loop antenna comprising a predominant portion outside of recess 14 and on substrate surface 12. In other embodiments (not shown), antenna 26 could be entirely within recess 14, or comprise a predominate portion within recess 14.
In the preferred embodiment, antenna 26 constitutes a part of, and is formed at the same time as, the other integrated circuitry. It is noted that antenna 26 could be formed in two steps, with a portion of antenna 26 being formed before or after pad printing of circuit 22. For instance, the portion of antenna 26 extending along upper surface 12 could be formed prior to printing circuit 22. Then, a portion of antenna 26 could be printed as part of circuit 22 to create nodes 32 and 33, and to connect the previously formed portion of antenna 26 with nodes 32 and 33. In such circumstances, the portion of antenna 26 which is not formed as part of circuit 22 could be formed by methods other than those utilized to form circuit 22. For instance, if circuit 22 is pad printed, the portion of antenna 26 not formed as part of circuit 22 could be formed by a method other than pad printing. Such other methods will be recognized by persons of ordinary skill in the art.
Referring to FIG. 4, electrical components 36 and 38 are bonded to one or more of nodes 25, 27, 28, 30, 32 and 33 (shown in FIG. 3). By way of example only, electrical component 36 comprises a battery and component 38 comprises a monolithic integrated circuit formed on a chip. Components 36 and 38 may be bonded to nodes 25, 27, 28, 30, 32 and 33 (shown in FIG. 3), utilizing a conductive adhesive 35 which is cured after provision of components 36 and 38. An example conductive adhesive 35 is a conductive epoxy. Battery 36 could alternatively be provided directly bonded to integrated circuit chip 38. In such circumstances, the bonding of battery 36 to integrated circuit 38 can occur either before or after placing integrated circuit 38 and battery 36 within recess 14. Also, as will be recognized by persons of ordinary skill in the art, at least one of the electrical components 36 or 38 could be provided externally of recess 14.
In the illustrated embodiment, interconnects 23 and 24 connect battery 36 to integrated circuit 38, and antenna 26 connects with integrated circuit 38. Battery 36, interconnects 23 and 24, integrated circuit 38 and antenna 26 together form a radio frequency identification device (RFID).
After provision of circuit 22 and one or both of components 36 and 38 within recess 14, a protective cover is ideally formed over circuit 22 and recess 14. FIGS. 6 and 7 illustrate two methods of protectively covering circuit 22 and the components within recess 14. Referring first to FIG. 6, a cap 40 can be adhered over substrate 10 and over recess 14. Cap 40 may be adhered, for example, by adhesive, such as glue, or by mechanical fasteners, such as staples or screws. Example materials for cap 40 include plastic metal, and flexible or rigid adhesive tape. In the shown embodiment, portions of loop antenna 26 are between cap 40 and substrate body 13. Such portions of loop antenna 26 are generally thin enough that they do not interfere with bonding of cap 40 to substrate body 13. To further minimize interference of such portions of loops antenna 26 with bonding of cap 40 to substrate body 13, cap 40 can be formed of a material which conforms over and around loop antenna 26, such as, for example, a deformable material. Also, in embodiments which are not shown, antenna 26 can be formed entirely within recess 14 to minimize interference of antenna 26 with bonding of cap 40 to substrate body 13.
Referring to FIG. 7, circuitry 22 and components 36 and 38 can be covered with an encapsulant 42. Such encapsulant may comprise, for example, a low temperature curing insulating material, such as, for example, a two-part epoxy or urethane. Encapsulant 42 will preferably be provided initially as a liquid material and to overfill recess 14 and overlay antenna 26. Encapsulant 42 can then be cured into a solid mass, and either milled or sanded to form the shown preferred substantially planar upper surface 44.
It is noted that the methods of FIGS. 6 and 7 are merely example methods for covering circuitry proximate and within recess 14. The invention encompasses other methods for covering such circuitry which will be recognized by persons of ordinary skill in the art. The methods of FIGS. 6 and 7 could also be combined. For instance, a recess could be partially filled with an encapsulant and then covered. Such combined methods may have particular application toward sealing cards containing multiple recesses which are discussed below. In such cases, an integrated circuit could be within one recess and a battery within another. The integrated circuit could be covered with encapsulant and/or a cap, and the battery covered only with a removable cap. In such applications the integrated circuit would be well-protected and the battery could be easily replaceable.
After provision of a protective cover over recess 14, the construction of a card is substantially finished. The card may then be covered with a laminating film for cosmetic, printability, or logo reasons. An example laminating film would be a thin (less than about one mil) PVC sheet bonded to substrate 10 with an adhesive.
A second embodiment method of the present invention is described with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9. In describing FIGS. 8 and 9, numbering similar to that utilized above in describing FIGS. 1-7 will be used, with differences indicated by the suffix "a" or by different numerals.
Referring to FIGS. 8 and 9, a substrate 10a is illustrated. Substrate 10a comprises a first recess 52 and a second recess 54. In the illustrated and preferred embodiments, first recess 52 is formed in the substrate and second recess 54 is formed within first recess 52 and essentially constitutes a part thereof. A conductive circuit 22a is formed within recesses 52 and 54 and comprises interconnects 23a and 24, and antenna 26a. Antenna 26a is a loop antenna which extends beyond recesses 52 and 54. Interconnects 23a and 24a connect electrical components 36a and 38a. Interconnects 23a and 24a, and antenna 26a, are preferably formed by printing a conductive film within first and second recesses 52 and 54, utilizing procedures analogous to those discussed above with reference to FIGS. 1-3.
In the illustrated embodiment, components 36a and 38a are each within a recess, with component 36a being within first recess 52 and component 38a being within second recess 54. First recess 52 comprises a bottom surface 56 and sidewall surfaces 58. Second recess 54 comprises a bottom surface 60 and sidewall surfaces 62. Sidewall surfaces 58 and 62 can extend non-perpendicularly form bottom surfaces 56 and 60, respectively, to simply printing of circuit 22a over such sidewall surfaces. First recess 52 is separated from second recess 54 by one of the sidewall surfaces 62. The separating sidewall 62 extends non-perpendicularly from both of bottom surface 56 and bottom surface 60. Interconnects 23a and 24a extend over the separating sidewall surface 62 and along bottom surfaces 60 and 56. Interconnects 23a and 24a thus extend continuously from electrical component 36a to electrical component 38a.
Substrate 10a comprises a front surface 12a and an opposing back surface 11a. Preferably, first recess 52 and second recess 54 both extend through the same of either front surface 12a or back surface 11a. In FIGS. 8 and 9, recesses 52 and 54 are illustrated as both extending through front surface 12a.
Subsequent processing of substrate 10a can be performed in accordance with the processing of either FIG. 6 or FIG. 7 to cover first and second electrical components 36a and 38a, and electrical circuit 22a, with at least one protective cover.
A third embodiment method of the present invention is described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11. In describing FIGS. 10 and 11, numbering similar to that utilized above in describing FIGS. 1-7 will be used, with differences indicated by the suffix "b" or by different numerals.
A substrate 10b comprises a substrate body 13b, a front surface 12b, and an opposing back surface 11b. A recess 14b is provided through front surface 12b and into substrate 10b. Electrical components 36b and 38b are within recess 14b and connected by interconnects 23b and 24b. A loop antenna 26b is electrically connected with component 38b. Loop antenna 26b extends from component 38b, out of recess 14b, and along surface 12b of substrate 10b. Antenna 26b crosses over itself at a bypass 70. Antenna 26b comprises a first portion 66 and a second portion 68 at bypass 70, with second portion 68 crossing over first portion 66. Bypass 70 comprises an insulative material 72 separating first portion 66 from second portion 68. Insulative material 72 can comprise, for example, silicon dioxide.
Methods for forming antenna 26b will be recognized by persons of ordinary skill in the art. Such methods could include, for example, printing methods similar to those discussed above in discussing FIGS. 1-3, with the exception that two printing steps would be utilized in forming antenna 26b. More particularly, a first printing step would be utilized to form the portion of antenna 26b underlying insulative material 72, and a second printing step would be utilized to form the portion of antenna 26b overlying material 72. Insulative material 72 would be formed between the two printing steps. Insulative material 72 can be formed by conventional methods.
Although the embodiment of FIGS. 10 and 11 is illustrated with only two loops and only one bypass 70, persons of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that alternate embodiments could be formed comprising more than two loops and a plurality of bypasses 70. The utilization of one or more bypasses 70 can advantageously permit relatively long loop antennas to be formed on a card substrate.
It is noted that although antenna second portion 68 is illustrated as being substantially perpendicular to antenna first portion 66 at bypass 70, the invention encompasses other embodiments (not shown) in which an antenna second portion is non-perpendicular to an antenna first portion at a bypass of the antenna portions.
The processing described above with reference to FIGS. 1-11 forms embedded circuits within substrates. Such embedded circuits can comprise, for example, circuitry 22, 22a or 22b, and one or more of components 36,36a,36b,38, 38a and 38b.
Although FIGS. 1-11 illustrate formation of a single card, the invention encompasses methods in which a plurality of cards are formed. Such plurality of cards may be formed by forming a number of recesses within a single sheet, and then dividing the sheet into singulated cards. The division into singulated cards may occur before or after any of the steps illustrated in FIGS. 1-11. For example, the division into singulated cards may occur after printing of conductive circuitry (shown in FIG. 2), and prior to provision of components 36 and 38 within a recess. The division of a large sheet into singulated sheets can be performed by a number of methods known to persons of ordinary skill in the art, including, for example, sawing or cutting mechanically or by a laser.
The formation of a number of individual cards from a single sheet substrate is illustrated in FIGS. 12 and 13. In referring to FIGS. 12 and 13, similar numbering to that utilized above in describing FIGS. 1-7 is utilized, with differences being indicated by the suffix "c" or with different numerals. Referring to FIG. 12, a sheet substrate 50 comprises a plurality of recesses 14c. Referring to FIG. 13, the sheet substrate 50 (shown in FIG. 12) is divided into a number of singular card substrates 10c. The individual card substrates 10c comprise at least one recess 14c. It is noted that the invention encompasses methods in which not all of the individual substrates 10c comprise equal numbers of recesses 14c, and encompasses embodiments in which some of the individual substrates comprise no recess 14c. However, generally at least two of the formed substrates 10c will comprise at least one recess 14c.
In compliance with the statue, the invention has been described in language more or less specific as to structural and methodical features. It is to be understood, however, that the invention is not limited to the specific features shown and described, since the means herein disclosed comprise preferred forms of putting the invention into effect. The invention is, therefore, claimed in any of its forms or modifications within the proper scope of the appended claims appropriately interpreted in accordance with the doctrine of equivalents.


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For the past few decades, we(OM) have had either good coaches that couldn't recruit well, or bad coaches that could recruit well but just couldn't coach...and sometimes NEITHER. But right now we have BOTH. For the past few decades we have been mediocre at best, and sometimes downright pathetic. So I can understand why we have been viewed as "bottom feeders" of the SEC for so long. I don't like it, but I understand it. We are currently a work in progress, but the sands are shifting in Oxford. It will take us a little while, and it won't be easy...but the days of all you looking down your collective noses at us will come to an end.
Posted: 1:03 am Tuesday, May 20th, 2014
Recruiting Rewind: Mark Richt was hardest coach to turn down
By Michael Carvell
Georgia and Ole Miss are about the same level anyway. Difference is though that if he plays for Ole Miss he would play in a much better division, the best in college football in fact.
I saw that UGA only had 2 draft picks this year, one each in the 5th and 7th rounds. That is quite embarrassing.
Recruits never notice "negative recruiting" by the team they sign with!!!
You UGA fans are so delusional it's pathetic. Maybe all that "negative" recruiting ended up back-firing on Mark Richt. Did yall ever consider that? Maybe Webster actually liked Oxford more than Athens. Maybe Webster's mom didn't like the fact that UGA's football players are notorious for finding themselves in jail than most if not all other SEC schools. You're too busy touting yourselves for being so bada$$ that you forget to look at other possibilities why Webster didn't choose UGA. The end and short of it is UGA lost that particular battle in recruiting. Probably more to come so get used to it.
What I learned in this thread: Everybody that doesn't choose UGA didn't choose them because they were either paid by someone else or because they were scared of competition. It's completely impossible that they might have just liked some other school more than UGA or didn't really want to play for Mark Richt.
I followed Websters Recruiting pretty closely and one minute he was saying how much Pruitt made a difference and then how much he liked FSU but when Pruitt left for Georgia he chose Ole Miss . That told me he wasn't confident he could beat out other very good players at Georgia for a starting position but at Ole Miss he felt more in control as to whether he started or not. That is the reason he is at Ole Miss right now. Winning is not important to Webster. Surely he knows that Ole Miss is going to be in the bottom part of the Western Division most every year.
Now the Tunsil thing was a lot different because he could have made a difference at Georgia as to who wins the SEC Championship. him being at Ole Miss is a waste of talent. There is a lot more to that story than we will ever know and Tunsil will never admit that he was Hustled and really made a mistake.
Oh give me a break Mike,
Hard to tell Brother Richt no when you are going to Ole Miss?
Are you kidding me? You got to have a damn good reason to even
want to go to Ole Miss. The drive is not fun and it seems you will never get
there. It is out in nowhere and Ole Miss never wins a damn thing including
the egg bowl. So Ga really had to suck when a guy picks Ole Miss over the school
in his back yard. You just always have to spin it where Brother is such a wonderful
human being don't you?
Why don't you just say Ga got beat by lowly Ole Miss and Brother couldn't do a thing
about it?
Trying to follow here. FSU led the whole time because of the school (I assume) and Coach Pruitt. When Pruitt left to go to Georgia, the kid didn't like FSU anymore and didn't like Pruitt enough to go to UGA, where he was still wanted by Pruitt. So, he goes to Ole Mess instead over FSU, and Pruitt? Funny business, that recruiting.
I would have loved to hear the conversation between Freeze and Richt! Everyone knows Ole Miss played dirty pool with Tunsil.
The young man is wise beyond his years.
Everybody likes CMR, good luck you ole Miss Rebel! Good ole Henry Co, boy too.
Well of course he was.
Looks like mrstevens is the pathetic, delusional one.
Is that all you got troll?
@MrStevens22The kid didn't say that Georgia used negative recruiting any more than any one else. He said that Freeze and Richt had words over what happened with Tunsil. In case you don't know the story, Freeze and crew virtually blackmailed Tunsil by giving his GF a scholarship and making him choose bewteen Georgia and Ole Miss. I am sure that that little incident was brought up and Freeze is snippy about it because he knows that it was a low thing to do.
@MrStevens22 You used "maybe" 3 times and "probably" 1 time, so in other words you are just speculating, too. And you call Dawg fans delusional! BTW, I didn't realize Ole Miss never has kids get into trouble. Webster has a chance to play this year precisely because of kids getting into trouble @ Ole Miss. Webster made his choice and good for him, but if our depth chart @ corner had looked like it does today in February UGA would have had a much better shot at him. Players want to play and I don't blame him for that.
@GTBob I guess that's better than Tech fans suggesting that everyone who rejects Tech can't qualify academically.
That told me.....LOL
@C-Kirk Him being at Ole Miss is a waste of talent? That is pretty rich coming from a fan of the school that wastes more talent than any team in the country. 5 stars go to die at UGA.
@WhiskeyBreath Do you really have nothing better to do than stay on these blogs constantly berating Mark Richt? What did Richt ever do to you anyway? You obviously don't know him and have never spent any time around him or you would know that you are full of crap when you call him a hypocrite and a phony. I like some of the stories Carvell writes and don't like some of the others, but he just wrote what the young man said. Are you calling Webster a liar?
That's exacly what Webster said... But it wasn't exactly the real reason why Webster chose Ole Mi$$... which was exactly why the conversation took place between Richt and Freeze...
"BELIEVE" in the G
@Gandolph Welcome to my world
@thebucket Everyone around the SEC also knows Ga is one dirty bunch to play.
Especially when they are getting their butts beat by VAndy.
As usual , you have no damn proof Ole Miss did anything illegal with Tunsil.
They just beat out Ga.
By the way Freeze claims he is the greatest Christian too.
That was probably the reason Brother got mad.
@thebucket CMR might have got in that azz a little bit.
@gtcaryd Oh shut up, cum by ya fan.
Everybody doesn't like Brother Richt.
Especially the ones that believe he is the biggest phony
this side of the Ms river.
@thebucket @MrStevens22 "Maybe Baby" Major Payne.
@GTBob BTW, apparently Webster didn't want to play for Richt so bad that he listed him as the hardest coach to tell no.
@thebucket @WhiskeyBreath that is what people with low self esteem do. He feels judged by Mark Richt's overt Christianity and he feels that he has to strike out at his tormentor. Look around you and you will see those that spend incredible energy trying to hack the legs out from under people that they feel inferior to. Whiskeybreath just isn't brave enough to do it to Mark Richt's face.
So Ole Miss has been at the bottom of the SEC forever,and all of a sudden they out-recruit Bama, LSU and UGA for multiple 5-star recruits? There is more to it than the chance for early playing time. Tunsil was considered a lock at UGA for a long time, and suddenly one trip to Oxford suddenly changed his mind. His girlfriend and his mom got full rides there, and you can get sure a bagman was involved. Tunsil even refused to return calls to several UGA recruits that he had been keeping up with on a regular basis until then. I'm sure Lane Kiffen's brother, an Ole Miss coach, and ex-con had nothing to do with it.
@WhiskeyBreath @thebucket Bama fans are always taking up for other programs that have rumors about them. Kind of a sensitive subject for them. They know what it's like to have rumors about them (Derrick Henry..wink)
@WhiskeyBreath @gtcarydWhiskey, don't recall you replying to any of my posts before. could you help me out with that 1st line, i got the" shut up" part. but the rest doesn't make much sense. Thanks for your help and hope to hear from you soon.
@thebucket @GTBob give it up. You can make all the sense in the world and no matter what GTBoob is going to argue the opposite point if you are a Georgia fan. He'll even readily agree Tech sucks but he can't think straight because of his hatred of Georgia. Just how it is.
@thebucket I didn't say that was the reason, I said it was a possible reason and it is. Im sure there are plenty of guys who didn't consider UGA because of Richt. Only he knows the true reason, I just thought it was humorous that the only reason you guys can come up with for him choosing Ole Miss over UGA was either money or playing time. He might have just liked Ole Miss more.
@GTBob @thebucket Well, duh! Who didn't know that. But you are speculating when you say the kid didn't want to play for Coach Richt when he just said in the article that Coach Richt was the hardest coach to tell no. That is what we call evidence that the real reason he didn't come to UGA had nothing to do with Coach Richt. But you have to get your daily jab at someone that you hate only because your team can't beat him.
@thebucket Not wanting to tell the coach no, and wanting to play for the coach are two very different things.
Hang your banner sport...that us what you do best
@WhiskeyBreath @gtcarydI have arthritis so bad i can't handle 16oz. anymore.
@WhiskeyBreath I apologize for my delayed reply but i have been involved in some serious 12 oz. curls. I most definitely had a little sarcasm in my post, but i don't have quite the level of contempt you have but i generally get a kick out of your posts. Party on Garth
Let me help two of my brothers out... both seem a little bit confused and lost...
Kumbaya; is a spiritual song first recorded in the 1920s. It became a standard campfire song in scouting and summer camps, and enjoyed broader popularity during the folk revival of the 1950s and 1960s.
"BELIEVE" in the G
@gtcaryd @WhiskeyBreath I used to like your post.
And maybe I didn't get your humor.
If I didn't , I apoligize.
But it sounded like you wanted to be liked by everybody
thus, the Cum By Ya comment.
I can't understand anybody that is a true Tech fan
pat Brother on the back.
Generally, I thought the Tech fans were smarter.
Maybe not.


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- Phone: 4255027402x
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Lunch Daily: 11:00am - 3:00pm
Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Italian, Pizzeria
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- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Fireplace, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Entertainment: Our Bar/Lounge is equipped with flat screen televisions. Enjoy your favorite cocktail, beer or glass of wine while you cheer on the home team!
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- Food4.4Service4.4
- Ambiance4.1Noise LevelModerate
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- OpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 9/27/2014we have been eating at the one in Seattle for years. Were a little skeptical of it being in Bellevue that might lose some of it city ambience. Food was the exact same great service great place to go.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Neighbors at CrossroadsOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 9/21/2014Our compliments to the chefs and waiter who suggested the fig and feta cheese with the exact touch of Balsamic. Noise level isn't loud for Italians, its an Italian family restaurant. Five pizza for our family of five there to celebrate a birthday. The cafe latte's were perfect, Salad crisp. Garcia Bellevue needed a good Italian family restaurant . So joyful Tutta Bella is so close Ciao but not for longSpecial Features:
- Good food, one poor serverBrandyDined on 9/13/2014I've been here plenty of times but this was the first time I've received poor service. It started with spilled water on the table that was never cleaned up and ended with a dessert that never came. Oh well. The food that did come was still delicious.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good Pizza.... but noisyBestInUniverseDined on 9/4/2014Salad and pizza were good; this is a very noisy place with a lot of kids. Great family pizza place.
- Great Birthday DinnerUptownMommyDined on 8/23/2014So happy to get a table here last minute to celebrate my husband and my birthday. The hostess was quite friendly and chatted with us while I waited for my friends to arrive. Altogether our party had 8 adults, two toddlers, and two infants so most of the "moderate noise" level came from our table. The servers were understanding and patient with our restless toddlers, getting their pizzas and ice cream out quickly so we could handle them better. As always, our food was fantastic, and our entire table came away impressed. The desserts were wonderful, icing on the cake of the whole experience as it were. I definitely appreciated being able to bring my younger family members and still get treated to a five star dinner. Thanks!Special Features:
- good pizza, nice venuebilly5Dined on 8/16/2014we had a pleasant time at the resto. I've been to other branches, Seattle and Issaquah... Seattle served a complimentary glass of wine. Not sure if they still do that. No comped wine here at Bellevue. Overall, we had a nice dinner and would go again.Special Features:
- We love dining at Tutta Bella!fiestygirlDined on 8/16/2014The pizza here is great! We love the food and making a reservation online with OpenTable was an extremely smooth process. If you haven't eaten here already, you're missing out.Special Features:
- Great for groups that include kidskbryant45Dined on 8/11/2014We had 3 kids in our party ranging from age 4 to age 8. Tutta Bella is great for them. It's noisy enough that they don't bother other diners, and they love the pizza and gelato!Special Features:
- Great Restaurant in Crossroadskarenjoe123VIPDined on 8/10/2014Always consistent, tasty food with good variety and an incredibly friendly and efficient staff.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good food and service.rcc737Dined on 8/5/2014We enjoyed eating here but the noise level was loud enough that we either had to shout or wait until we left the restaurant.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent Food!OpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 7/29/2014We shared a few appetizers and each was absolutely wonderful! We had the Mista Salad, Meatballs, Bruschetta and Caprese Salad. The ingredients were so fresh and delicious. We were seated immediately and the service was attentive without being pushy. We will definitely go back again!Special Features:
- Birthday treateastsidefoodieDined on 7/18/2014Great service and terrific food for a reasonable price PLUS a birthday treat!Special Features:
- LovePalomino1VIPDined on 7/14/2014I love Tuttabella. It's one of my favorite restaurants.Special Features:
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- GooddsfrDined on 6/28/2014Excellent Vanilla Gellato, be sure to make room or take to go.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2007VIPDined on 6/26/2014Their happy hour menu is very nice. We wish they have more pasta menu.
- A Real GemkeithDined on 6/14/2014Great Experience. I would recommend to anyone wanting a great dinner without breaking the bank!Special Features:
- Bravo!Seattlediner14Dined on 6/13/2014We went there dinner on Friday night. This place looks weird on the outside, but trust me-- go inside!! The host staff was extremely kind and inviting. Our server was very knowledgable and answered all our questions. This is Italian food- but not that American stuff we usually have. It's real and it's fantastic! I will definitely be going back to visit more!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Never Disappointskarenjoe123VIPDined on 6/3/2014Tutta Bella Crossroads is always lively with excellent service and the kind of delicious food all the Tuttas do to perfection. My wife and I especially enjoy the Bruschetta and the Napoli salad which we frequently upgrade to family style and eat as our meal. The Pizzas are toothsome and flavorful.Special Features:
- Noisy but great foodStefDined on 5/16/2014I really like Tutta bella, the food is really good and the waitresses are really attentive but unfortunately the noise level is really high :(Special Features:
- Exciting crossroadsKirklou1Dined on 5/11/2014Food was very good. Prices reasonable. Terrific place for casual dining and for dining with children.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Mothers Day LunchPdxmissalDined on 5/11/2014Probably a mistake to make our first trip to a new location on a major dining out holiday. The service was excellent, the location a great one and the food was typical. Really like the flatbread with my soup and the pizza was a nice thin crust although not quite cooked in the center. Probably due to the very busy day. Great location for groups - and there were lots of them. The noise level was pretty high in the part of the restaurant we were in. Would try a booth next time.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Lots of space!pickyprofDined on 5/10/2014I booked a table for 5 online only one half hour before we arrived (during prime brunch hours), and they easily accommodated us. The service was attentive, the food was delicious and priced well. We now have another neighborhood "go to" place for sit down meals. :-)Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good pizza ...overpriced winejdg24Dined on 5/3/2014We asked the waiter what the most popular dish was and he said the Tutta Bella pizza which we order and was very good but in a place that has a $10 -$15 plate menu we didn't ask the price per glass figuring it would be somewhat reasonable and it was a 'house wine'. We received the check and it cost over $32 for 4 small glasses of wine and the pizza (medium) was $14. The bill was over $50 not including tip. A little much for a medium pizza dinner. The waiter was nice but when the wine is $8 a glass...he should of been more clear or even suggested to purchase a bottle. Food was good....but a very light meal and a couple of small glasses of wine.....$60!!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Fabulous foodDewdropDined on 4/26/2014Been twice now and have had great service and food. You have to save room for dessert and try the gelato and/or the best tiramisu ever!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Screaming kids running aroundUnhappyDined on 4/18/2014We made a reservation, got seated within a few minutes of the scheduled time, which was good. However, it was all down hill from there. The place was backed with kids running around and the noise level made it impossible to hear my dinner partner talk. We sat at our table for 15, never received water, no service at all. We had been to Tutta Bella before and had a nice dinner, this was not the case this time. It was like being in Chucky Cheese. We eventually left, since no one wanted to take our order. We will not be going back.Special Features:
- Great experience!Luv2eatpizzaDined on 4/11/2014My dinner date and I had a wonderful time at Tutta Bellas, great food and great drinks!Special Features:
- GREAT PIZZAS and MORESvenskagirlDined on 3/31/2014Took a friend for lunch here... delicious foods, especially the pizzas. BUT, it is so noisy that it is difficult to communicate when it is crowded. Next time I will avoid the noontime crowds. PS. Last Saturday my husband and I had a pizza party for 10 friends. We ordered 5 large pizzas from the Issaquah location by phone and picked them up 10 minutes later. It was wonderful and the pizzas received rave reviews.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good pizza but not great setting.lgfoodDined on 3/29/2014Good pizza. Good location. Ambiance is somewhat lacking in dining area to the left of the waiting area. Great service, however.Special Features:
- Can't get enoughEKPearceDined on 3/15/2014I love this pizza! So happy to have one in Bellevue now. I tend to always order the Bianca and the Margarita. Got the Salerno salad and I like the Caesar too. I wanted to try the potato croquettes, but they were out so we went with the Fritto Miso (fried vegetables with marinara); very good. We went a little order-crazy and also got the Pizza Montanaro, tiramisu, and some gelato. I'll be back for sure.Special Features:
- Good Pizza, Good ServiceAntonEgointheeastDined on 3/14/2014Anyone wanted the authentic Italian pizza - Tutta Bella is the place. We always order the Capricosa & love the crust. This was our first time at the Crossroads location, which we chose because of the ability to reserve via OpenTable & were seated right away, despite arriving 15 minutes early. (Oddly, the other locations aren't on OpenTable). It's a nice location, clean restrooms, great service with an "energetic" noise level because of the number of people & open feel of the dining space. We noticed a lot of families with younger kids also dining - so very kid friendly.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Delicious & fun for everyonebigcitytravelerDined on 3/7/2014Excellent Neapolitan-style pizza (thin crust with those lovely bubbles) with fresh, high quality ingredients. My daughter & I loved the potato appetizer--mashed potatoes with a creamy cheese center, rolled in a crunchy breading and deep fried. Delicious! I enjoyed the loaded Napoli salad, with grilled chicken, salami, fresh mozzarella, fennel, and lettuce, lightly dressed in an herbal Italian dressing. The Italian wine list is impressive and includes many economical choices. The bar is also a good scene, with excellent happy hour choices and just about every Italian liqueur to use in delicious cocktails of every flavor. They use fresh fruits and garnishes--really great work here.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great local restaurantRenneDined on 3/1/2014Went to Tutta Bella for a celebration - birthday. Enjoyed the experience.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The service was excellent,OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 2/27/2014The service was excellent, reasonable amounts & served right away.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great PizzaPatriciaRDined on 2/19/2014Great menu: varied and fresh Great service: efficient and friendly Clean, open and modern interiorSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- great service, very good pizzaHappyRedmondFoodieDined on 2/14/2014So glad to have stayed local for Valentine's Day. The pizza ordered featured authentic bufalo Mozzarella, and had perfect flavor. Wine choices were ample. Desserts looked very good. Will have to order gelato next time! Also, very accommodating place for kids, who got to play with their own dough!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- took a while to open, worth waitingIvanBDined on 2/14/2014We've been waiting for this restaurant to open, and we were not disappointing. The flavors were great! The service super friendly, our waitress seemed genuinely happy, just what you'd like to see. Best of luck to this new favorite! Keep it up!Special Features:
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HEALTHY MANHATTAN: It's Also Flu Season
Instead of cringing at the thought of possibly running into your sickly coworker under the mistletoe or of sitting through the Christmas dinner next to your sneezing uncle, this year give the gift of a flu shot. Duane Reade pharmacies make it easy as they no longer just offer flu shots—the number one defense against influenza—for walk-ins, but rather line the shelves by their cash registers with gift cards for flu shots that one can buy and bestow on their un-vaccinated friends and family.
Influenza is not just a bad cold; it's actually a seasonal lung infection caused by different viruses and symptoms include fever, dry cough and body aches. The best way for both adults and children to prepare for flu season is to get vaccinated, and to remember to wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, to cover coughs and sneezes with tissues or the inside of an elbow—not hands—and to avoid any unnecessary contact between hands and face.
The New York City Health Department has set up a surveillance tracking on its www. nyc.com/flu website tallying the influenza-like illness admissions from 49 hospitals in NYC. The tracking, which began Oct. 3, is recorded in weekly intervals and is broken down to boroughs and age groups. All boroughs, except Staten Island, saw a spike in admissions in recent weeks.
It is interesting to note that most admissions recorded are of children, with children between infancy and 4 years having the highest number, and children 5 to 17 having the second highest, with 5 or less admissions a week.
The Health Department has emphasized the need to vaccinate school-aged children due to the fact that it not only protects them from influenza, but it also prevents them from spreading it in highly populated places such as schools, day-care centers and playgrounds. Everyone between the ages of 6 months and 18 years is recommended to receive a flu shot.
Others that the Health Department recommends to get vaccinated against seasonal influenza are pregnant women, health care workers, those with compromised immune system, anyone 50 years or older and those living with or caring for children under 6 months.
"A thousand New Yorkers lose their lives every year to flu and related cases of pneumonia," said Mayor Michael Bloomberg Oct. 6, when he and Health Commissioner Thomas Farley got their own flu shots and urged everyone to do so before the flu season really got underway.
For those who haven't done so yet, there is no reason to despair.
"It is never too late to get your flu shot," said Erin Brady, a Health Department spokesperson. In fact, the Health Department warned in early January 2010 that influenza season was far from over, and recommended that New Yorkers get their flu shots if they haven't already. The peak of flu season is generally between late December and early March.
"Vaccination is quick and easy and can save lives. So don't take the risk of severe illness, or even a week of misery. Get the vaccine today," Farley said two months ago. "The best way to protect yourself and loved ones is to get immunized."
"Unlike most vaccines, the flu shot must be given annually because influenza viruses change every year," said Heath and Hospitals Corporation President Alan Aviles.
This year's seasonal flu vaccine covers three virus strains—H3N2, 2009 H1N1 and influenza B. This is a welcome change from last year, when the 2009 H1N1 shot was separate from the seasonal flu vaccine.
Getting vaccinated has become quite easy in NYC, as anyone over 18 can just stop at their local pharmacy. There is also an option of nasal spray FluMist, rather than the flu shot, for those needle-averse between the ages 2 and 49.
The easiest way to locate the nearest pharmacy or clinic offering flu shots is to call 311 or log on to www. nyc.gov/flu and type in the zip code of the desired area. If the pharmacy does not accept health insurance, the flu shot costs anywhere between $25 to $50.


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49ers running back Brandon Jacobs was out on the field Tuesday running 60-yard dashes at "full bore" in the triple degree heat of San Francisco. When asked about the knee injury that has held him out of action since August 18th, Jacobs responded, "I'm ready to play. It's all gone now."
Jacobs should see the field as soon as the coaching staff deems him physically ready to play, as they brought in the 6'4'' 260-pound bruiser to be their short yardage specialist. Surprisingly, the smashmouth 49ers were dead last in the league last year in converting third and short situations. On 3rd-and-1 and 3rd-and-2, they only converted for a first down 27.1% of the time. Jacobs, on the other hand, got a first down in 17 of 24 of those situations last year with the Giants.
Jacobs may also see action in the 49ers jumbo set, which features two extra linemen and 292-pound defensive lineman Will Tukuafu at fullback.
Jacobs has been up and down the past four seasons, with yards per carry averages of 5.0, 3.7, 5.6, and 3.8. His best years are far behind, back when he put up two straight thousand-yard rushing seasons in 2007 and 2008 - he even scored 15 touchdowns in 13 games in 2008. His career numbers are a bit more impressive than many would expect, as he's now racked up 56 career rushing touchdowns on 4.5 yards per carry.
His return to action in San Francisco will put a bit of a damper on Frank Gore's fantasy output. Jacobs will be taking most short yardage scoring situations away from Gore, along with the midfield third-and-short situations. In addition, the 49ers occasionally opt to use their aforementioned jumbo set between the 20's, which will be more off Gore's workload.
Gore becomes a low-end RB2/good flex option, while Jacobs is nothing more than a desperation play should you have no other options and are just praying he gets in the endzone.
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This past weekend was one of those which had everything on tap, not just in the sports world but way beyond with a little bit of clandestine intrigue. One would have to go a far piece to find something not to like or appreciate.
First and foremost, the much deserved tribute to all the heroes and heroines of 10 years ago, and their survivors, associated with the World Trade Center disaster. There were warnings that the nefarious factions which had perpetrated the dastardly deeds a decade ago were threatening again.
There were the closing rounds of the U.S. Open Tennis World Championships in New York. Flushing Meadows was flush with the world's greatest tennis stars. Naturally, my shekels were on the lone Williams sister in the tourney. Serena had gone through the entire ordeal without dropping a single set, even banishing the world's number one seed (Caroline Wozniacki), and then being defeated in straight sets by Samantha Stosur of Australia. Really, go figure. Serena was rated number 29 and Stosur number 8 (or 9).
This was also the second weekend for SEC football and the kickoff (quite a lead in, huh?) of the NFL. There will be extensive coverage in the coming weeks on your favorite SEC teams and how they begin navigating the trying gridirons on their way to the BCS championship, standings and rankings or ignominy.
All the NFL teams saw action with the exception of the four which were scheduled to play on Monday evening (of this week, after our sports section deadline) – New England versus Miami and Oakland at Denver. To start things off and re-introduce Thursday night football, the Super Bowl champs of succeeding previous years, New Orleans and Green Bay, squared off in a highly entertaining game which the defending champs won by eight points (42-34). The Pack's fans probably used the occasion to go and purchase another hoop of cheese. What better way to kick off your season with a victory over a former champ.
I won't pretend to go through all the odds but there were a few surprises. There was disappointment, but probably not too much of a surprise, for Colt fans. They lost big to Houston without Peyton Manning. The team leaders say not to worry, all will be right when Manning returns to the lineup.
There were some wide gaps in scoring and two close ones among the games played. The Jacksonville Jaguars squeaked past the Tennessee Titans 16-14. They had hopes that their holdout signee (Chris Johnson), would make the difference; wrong. The next close one was the 27-24 tally recorded between the New York Jets and the Dallas Cowboys. Is America's team in trouble again this season? Or is it just a glitch which their almost new coach (Jason Garrett) hasn't fixed yet?
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Democracy Now! is broadcasting from the annual U.N. Climate Change Summit, as it convenes in Doha, Qatar. Tune in this week to see our coverage of the official proceedings, as well as events outside the conference. As Amy Goodman noted in her recent column, "No world leader at the U.N. climate change summit hasn't heard the warnings, but it will take popular pressure to make them act."Nov 29, 2012 | Web Exclusive
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On Saturday, the newly formed Arab Youth Climate Movement organized the first-ever climate march in Qatar, host of the U.N. climate change summit. Hundreds of people took part in the permitted march in downtown Doha calling on negotiators to take action at this year's climate summit. The protest was organized by a coalition of young environmentalists. Democracy Now! producer Mike Burke spoke to some of the marchers. [includes rush...Dec 03, 2012 | Story
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We're joined at the U.N. Climate Change Conference in Doha by Mary Robinson, the first female president of Ireland and former U.N. high commissioner for human rights. Today Robinson heads the Mary Robinson Foundation–Climate Justice. She is a member of the Elders and the Club of Madrid and the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Obama. "I believe that this is the...Dec 04, 2012 | Story
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President Obama heads to Texas, but he's not going to the border. Tracie Potts reports.
League City votes to ban housing of undocumented immigrant children. Robert Arnold reports.
Gov. Rick Perry says he's declined an offer to greet President Barack Obama when he arrives in the Texas capitol on Wednesday.
For one small central Texas town this Independence Day is mourning the loss of one of their own after a trailer loaded with fireworks exploded this morning, killing one person and injuring four others setting up for a Fourth of July show.
Texas officer pulls woman from tracks moments before speeding train passes.
Texas leaders tour facilities where unaccompanied immigrant children are being held.
The Champion courses at Weeks park are all ready for the tournament this week, despite the drought.
Crews set fire to Texas home left teetering on the edge of a cliff by a recent landslide.
Police say FedEx driver faked hijacking in plot to steal expensive shoes.
Texas students made strong improvements in their end of course STAAR tests in Biology and Algebra.
The Wee-Chi-Tah BMX track hosted the state qualifier races today in Wichita Falls, and we met a very talented young racer.
San Marcos, Texas recognized as fastest growing city in America.
Another rally to protest alleged Bureau of Land Management plans to take land from property owners along the Texas side of the Red River is drawing lots of attention.
Texas town bans construction of swimming pools as drought worsens.
They grow everything bigger in Texas, even the cities.
A 31-year-old Texas woman has gone from the class room to a jail cell after passing herself off as a high school sophomore — but her motive remains a mystery.
Hundreds of people fled to shelters as a wildfire threatened an entire town outside Amarillo.
Toyota is moving its U.S. headquarters from California to Texas in a bid to improve communication between units now spread over several states.
Troops return from deployment in Afghanistan.
A disabled 78-year-old church deacon in Texas is charged with 1980 murder in Pennsylvania.


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Tomorrow's military will not look like today's, and DOD should be ready to adjust its budgeting approach, according to panelists at a Project on Defense Alternatives event. (Stock image)
It is a widely held principle that strategy should not be driven by budget, but the two have been intertwined at the Pentagon for some time, experts say. For the military to be most effective – and to best posture the U.S. for continued economic recovery – the two need to be looked at separately, and tough choices must be made.
While there are some certainties – the drawdown, for one – what those choices will be remains a question, policy analysts said March 26 at a Project on Defense Alternatives event in Washington.
"Historically, budgets have always interacted with, if not driven, strategy in the U.S. military," said Gordon Adams, senior fellow at the Stimson Center and professor at American University. "There's a widespread recognition in the defense policy community that a discussion needs to be had," but that recognition is not yet taking effect at the Pentagon.
Adams argued that the current tangles over budget cuts and scarce resources is less about defense and more about a safer U.S. and a national dialog that is more focused on America's broader fiscal state, including the economy.
"It's been 150 years since we've not been number one economically," and the U.S. has enjoyed the world's top currency since 1920, said Carl Conetta, director of the Project on Defense Alternatives. But he said things are about to change, and soon neither of those statements will be true – in fact, the truth will look much different, thanks to rising Eastern economies, he said.
In light of that, what will the future military look like?
Conetta said that reasonable alternatives to today's military could be based on a different approach – one that helps sustain the economy and receives no more than 2.2 percent of the nation's gross domestic product; emphasizes defense over global environment-shaping; and focuses on multi-lateral cooperation.
That military would require a serious shift in strategy and outlook.
"This is a period where we can, if we step up to the plate, redefine what militaries properly do," said National Defense University's Gregory Foster. However, he said that intellectual leadership is critical to overcoming "chest-thumping" and the long-held belief of America as the world's lone superpower; he also acknowledged how much of a divide would need to be crossed to get to such an ethos at the Pentagon.
Adams admitted that what is more likely is a continuance of what is currently being done: a "peanut butter" approach that trims across a number of categories in DOD infrastructure, reduces service contracts and civilian capabilities and shrinks acquisition.
"These all are tried and true, and they all are likely based on history," Adams said. "We have to recognize that budget is driving strategy; separating [the two] at this point is almost intellectually incomprehensible."
But not impossible, according to Foster and Conetta, who called for an "ideological revolution" like the one that has changed the national tone on and approach to marriage equality.
"If we let feasibility drive us, we won't get things done," Foster said.
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Step one should be a blank-sheet-of-paper reorg of DoD (not to mention the rest of Fed Gov). Get rid of the duplication and nonsense, and many of the budget issues go away. It's All The Same Store, not 5 or 50 different little feifdoms.
The United States will remain a military superpower only as long as she remains an economic superpower.
Within a few short years, the BRICs will have completely rejected the U.S. Dollar as the world's reserve currency.
Our ability to finance our grandiose global military strategy at the expense of others will then cease, and the U.S. will be faced with hard economic realities, including a significantly reduced standard of living.
Our nation's foreign policy has been determined by the Council on Foreign Relations for far too long. We must initiate a national dialog on reshaping our role in the world.
We would do well to heed the admonishment of Congressman Ron Paul, who said, "Shutting down military bases and ceasing to deal with other nations with threats and violence is not isolationism. It is the opposite. Opening ourselves up to friendship, honest trade and diplomacy is the foreign policy of peace and prosperity. It is the only foreign policy that will not bankrupt us in short order, as our current actions most definitely will. I share the disappointment of the American people in the foreign policy rhetoric coming from the administration. The sad thing is, our foreign policy WILL change eventually, as Rome's did, when all budgetary and monetary tricks to fund it are exhausted."
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