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Situated in the suburbs, this eco-friendly hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gustavsvik, Conventum, and Kopmangatan Shopping Street. St. Nicholas Church and Behrn Arena are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Hotel Features
This smoke-free hotel features a 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and free breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
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Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access. This eco-friendly hotel also offers a terrace and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Good Morning Örebro is a smoke-free property.
- 24-hour front desk
- Total number of rooms - 67
- Number of floors - 2
- Free breakfast
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Year Built 1989
- Free self parking
- Smoke-free property
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking
Room Amenities
- Phone
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Television
- Desk
- Free WiFi
Where to Eat
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6 AM and 10 AM.
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
- Pets allowed for an extra charge of SEK 125 per accommodation, per day
- Dogs and cats only
- 2 per room
- Specific rooms only
- Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
No rollaway/extra beds available
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One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.


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You can see the post on the main militarytimes.com site.
Spouses can get one too.
It's free however you can make a donation to their organization if you choose.
Go here to see the organization.http://www.iservedsticker.org/
Here's some info about the program:
I Served Stickers: Our mission.
Over the next few years, hundreds of thousands of men and women who have served courageously in our armed services will return home from Iraq and Afghanistan. We want to tell them "thank you". Our vision is to give every returning military person that served in Iraq or Afghanistan a free sticker that identifies where they served. It is our hope that these stickers will encourage others to express a simple "thank you" for serving our country.
New! For our heroes who served in Vietnam.
Many veterans and their families have asked us for "I Served" stickers honoring those who served in Vietnam. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 1 million veterans who served in Vietnam are still alive today. To those who served: Thank You. We hope you will request these stickers as a small token of our gratitude for your service and that they will encourage those who see them to express a simple "thank you" for serving our country.

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MANCHESTER — A 14-year-old girl died of apparent heart failure Thursday afternoon while she was on the school track during a gym class at Manchester High School, according to a report by the Asbury Park Press.
The newspaper said the girl, a 10th-grade student, went into cardiac arrest during a physical education class just before 2 p.m.
She was taken by paramedics to Community Medical Center in Toms River, where she was pronounced dead, authorities reported.
Bereavement counselors are scheduled to be at the high school today, according to the Asbury Park Press.


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Saturday under the big downtown pavilion that shades the Gretna Farmers Market, vendor Joseph Fekete talked to a family with several kids about the long, twisted Italian heirloom squash he was selling, one of a dozen kinds of squash he sold.
Half an hour later, a young boy walked around the market wearing one of the cucuzzas across his shoulders like a pale green vegetable yoke.
Scenes such as that one play out all over the metro area on Saturdays and weekdays, as New Orleanians enthusiastically contribute to the explosive growth of farmers markets nationwide.
The United States Department of Agriculture announced last week -- which it declared National Farmers Market Week -- that more than 1,000 new farmers markets sprang up nationwide in the past year, up 17 percent from the year before. Since 2000, the number of farmers markets has grown 150 percent, from 2,863 to 7,175 markets in 2011.
The local farmers market picture has continued to evolve and expand, too. The newest players are St. Bernard Parish, which started a market in May, and Harahan, which is seeking vendors for a twice-monthly market behind City Hall, to open Sept. 10.
"It provides an opportunity to interact within the community and it gives people outside our community the opportunity to drive to Harahan," said Mayor Vinny Mosca. "We can provide a service to our citizens and have an opportunity for new tax dollars."
Mosca said he and staffers have visited other area markets, and they are going to make the market user-friendly (one way: bathrooms). The market was suggested by a city employee.
"We're excited and enthusiastic, " Mosca said. "We hope that we'll grow and end up having to provide the farmers market every week, plus increase the number of booths. Right now we'll have about 18, and could probably put in about 26."
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The St. Bernard Seafood and Farmers Market opened in May in the Aycock Barn, a vast former barn in Old Arabi converted with FEMA funds into a family-friendly pavilion that also houses the St. Bernard Tourism and Visitors' Center. The historic site of the Battle of New Orleans is only a couple of miles down the road.
With giant ceiling fans spinning overhead and picnic tables scattered about, it's an ideal market venue.
The new market "fits in with what we've been attempting to do as we are defining ourselves since Hurricane Katrina, " St. Bernard Parish President Craig Taffaro said. "The farmers market takes an infrastructure construction project and opens the door for social rebuilding of our community.
"That's exactly what it symbolizes to us: A gathering place, revitalizing one of our older neighborhoods and areas. And it puts us in the metropolitan regional discussion for a reason for people to visit St. Bernard."
Market manager Ashley Proze said the market has had 17 or 18 vendors the past couple of weekends. It's drawn more than 3,500 visitors since its opening, about 400 people each of the past few weekends. Last week, the market also sponsored its first Wine and Art Walk, an evening event that drew 300 visitors despite extreme heat.
Proze said the most popular market vendors are Barkers Dozen, a bakery out of Violet that sells giant shoe soles and more, and the produce and seafood people. The fishers are not there every week; when they are, whatever they bring is always sold by the end of the market, Taffaro said.
"The fishermen still have an incredible challenge in terms of the post oil-spill market, " Taffaro said. "To have a venue that I think will help them grow is critical." He said the parish has put out the word to seafood vendors that they can take turns rotating through the market.
Empty lots to urban gardens
Taffaro regards the markets as a weapon in the fight against post-K blight. St. Bernard Parish has appointed an urban garden liaison to push a new initiative to turn empty Road Home lots into urban gardens, which could supply the market. Multiple groups are lined up to participate, he said. The parish will hold the land, so groups in a cooperative endeavor agreement don't have upfront costs for land purchase or insurance.
"One of the groups is at the threshold of planting a neighborhood orchard, " Taffaro said. "They'll be able to take those orchard products over to the farmers market on Saturday morning and basically recycle that land into a productive use that's good for the community, economics and everything else."
Taffaro said studies have shown that many of their shoppers visit a circuit of farmers markets on Saturday. That would include the Sankofa Farmers Market, a mile away at 5500 St. Claude Avenue in the Lower 9th Ward.
The Sankofa Market will move Aug. 27 to a new location 12 blocks west, in the Upper 9th Ward at the Holy Angels Complex, 3500 St. Claude Ave. Why the move?
"We're trying to build the market. We need a space to grow and need a larger customer base, " market executive director Rashida Ferdinand said. "A good number of people are coming from different parts of the city. Some are coming from the Lower 9th Ward, " which has well-documented limited access to fresh food.
"One goal is to support our farmers and fishers, and we have to bring in more customers to keep our market alive, " Ferdinand said.
Sankofa Community Development Corporation began three years ago when community organizers wanted to promote development in the 9th Ward. The weekly market opened last November; it accepts SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) and other food benefit cards, as can any of the three Crescent City Farmers Markets. The CCFM operators, marketumbrella.org, pioneered the use of this technology and have mentored and spread it to markets around the country. The technology also allows shoppers to use their credit cards to purchase tokens, which can be redeemed to vendors.
"That makes it a lot more accessible, " Ferdinand said. "It's a nice outing. It's another culture event in New Orleans."
Making a market work
But it's not easy to have a market. Another group operated a farmers market at Holy Angels before this one. Markets have come and gone in Broadmoor and Folsom.
Location is key, and part of the secret is the market mix, said Jan Biggs, who became market manager of the Covington Farmers Market three years after it opened in 1995. Set up in the shade by City Hall, the market has between 30 and 40 full time vendors, fluctuating seasonally, drawing between 500 and 600 shoppers a week.
"May and June are our kicking months, " Biggs said, "then it picks up again in October, November, December when the greens come in."
Crafts interfere with food sales and are the kiss of death at a farmers market, Biggs said.
"I tell everybody, if someone's going to buy earrings, they're not going to buy a head of lettuce. If they're going to buy a lace doily, they're not going to buy tomatoes. I know for a fact that when we have someone come out to sell their cookbooks, that impacts the market. So we don't do it too often, " Biggs said. However, she is letting chefs who do cooking demonstrations sell a product if they have one.
Biggs said she turns down would-be vendors "left and right ... I get calls from people growing stuff, but a lot of these people have no idea what it entails. They think if they have a garden they're ready to sell. They don't realize a backyard garden is not enough. And the other thing: It's rain or shine, 52 weeks a year."
Her current vendors have all learned to grow year-round, Biggs said.
Biggs thinks the growth of farmers markets overall is because people are so much more aware of what they're eating and how to get food that's better for them, closer to home. Richard McCarthy, executive director of marketumbrella.org, says there is no doubt that a new wave of shoppers has descended in the past couple of years.
"We're seeing new people and lots of people, " he said. "A lot of newcomers are trying to figure out what's the deal here? How does this work? There's a younger, more tattooed, whole new audience for this stuff. It's exciting. It's kind of like we've moved out of the cutting-edge-culinary crowd to those who are new to it all."
McCarthy said farmers market prices are competitive, especially when certain crops are at their peak. Small-batch processed goods, such as jams or pasta, are not necessarily cheaper, and exotic products or those at the start of the season might be more expensive.
The latest economic impact study by marketumbrella.org has found that the three Crescent City Farmers Markets contributed $11.2 million in annual economic impact, measuring money spent in the market and at nearby businesses. Their Saturday market is the biggest, but the per-capita spending is highest at the Tuesday market. The Thursday market at American Can has the most food-stamp users. The three markets draw 1,300 shoppers a week combined, on average; 18 percent are there for the first time and 33 percent shop weekly.
For the vast majority of shoppers, the farmers market is a supplement to, not a replacement for, routine trips to the supermarket to stock up on grocery staples. But as the market selection has increased, so has its importance in meal planning -- and so has the amount of money spent there increased.
"The average purchase per visit is $31.50 on Saturday, " McCarthy said. "That means with the addition of more proteins and dairy and rice, staples like that, people are really ... designing weekly home menus around local products. I think that's really a shift from 'Oh my goodness, exotic mushrooms! That would be fun to cook.' Or buying specialty Latino popsicles and juices. That's a fun-outing consumer purchase, as opposed to buying two pounds of jasmine rice or goat chops."
Shopping with the chefs
Another big change McCartney has seen is the number of chefs shopping the market. "Now, there are so many white jackets at the Tuesday market you'd think it was an insane asylum, " McCartney said. "They're younger and they've grown up with this idea" of cooking locally.
As in any agricultural endeavor, farmers markets are affected by the weather. Saturday, the German Coast Farmers Market in Destrehan was half its usual size. One of the vendors confides that "the popcorn man" had problems with the August heat at the market in Luling on Wednesday.
"It's in between seasons, " lamented Emile Schexnaydre, who was selling cucumbers and the last of his watermelons, among other things. "I have plenty planted for fall."
The Destrehan truck farmer is one of the last five or six such farmers in the parish, he estimated. But the market reflects the heritage of the area, where the original industrious German settlers grew crops for New Orleans. Usually, there are two vendors of sausages and meats, as well.
Saturday, Robert Cox, the third-generation owner of Cox's Meats in Reserve, was there with his truck full of meats, including smoked sausage and andouille, Louisiana red veal and much more.
"I get invited to every market, but I run a truck route (delivering meat in three river parishes) four days a week. So I just do this one, " Cox said. "It's the best outlet to get customers from other places. We get a lot of people from Metairie and Kenner."
Lately, market manager Blaine Greaud said, the market has averaged 300 or so shoppers a week on Saturday and 250 to 300 on Wednesday.
"I love it, " said one of those shoppers, Mary Jo Walker, of Luling. "I try to come every other week; sometimes I come to the Luling one ... I like all the fresh food. And to see all kinds of friends. It's a lot of nice people."
By this time, a vocalist was crooning into a microphone, sweating despite a canopy overhead.
And on the other side of the river in Gretna, mellow sounds came from a vocalist accompanying herself on a portable organ. Under the pavilion, Gretna residents David and Pansy Leaber were making their usual market circuit.
"We come as much as we can get to it, " David Leaber said. The peaches from the season that just concluded, he added, "were unbelievable."
They were buying from Joseph Fekete's J&M Farms booth. Fekete and his wife, both schoolteachers, grow vegetables and flowers on six acres in the rolling hills west of Amite in Livingston Parish. On Saturdays, Fekete drives 90 miles south to New Orleans, and his wife drives west to Denham Springs.
"It's worth it, " Fekete said of the trip. "There's no population there. The population is here."
The farming is a lot of work, "but I have gotten to where I more or less know what I'm doing, and I can avoid a lot of problems."
As for the cucuzza, he's at a bit of a loss when people ask him how to prepare it. Smother it down, he's been told.
"I don't know much about it, " Fekete said. "People asked me to grow it, and I grow it."
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Food editor Judy Walker can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com or 504.826.3485.
FARMERS MARKET FAQ's
WHERE CAN I FIND ONE NEAR ME? The updated list of farmers markets in the metro New Orleans area follows. The list is printed as often as space permits in the Lagniappe section on Fridays, and is available 24/7 at www.nola.com/food (scroll down and it's on the right.)
HOW DOES MY FARMERS MARKET WORK? Almost all markets have a central operations booth, staffed by the market manager and/or volunteers. Start your visit at this booth to learn about policies, special promotions such as tastings and cooking demonstrations, and more. Some places will give you a free tote bag. If you don't have cash to pay vendors, a few markets have a system to turn your credit card into tokens to pay the vendors.
WHAT'S THAT FUNNY-LOOKING VEGETABLE? If you don't know ... ask! All growers are educators about their crops and how to cook them. Most vendors of prepared foods are willing to share a taste before you buy.
WHAT DO I TAKE WITH ME? The usual Louisiana outdoor garb (hat and sunscreen) plus cash and a couple of tote bags.Local Farmers Markets
Add farmers markets to the long list of things that are better about New Orleans than other places. Whereas many parts of the country have them only during favorable-weather months, our markets run year-round. This updated list includes numbers to call for information and websites (when available).
The Camellia City Market is Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon on Robert Street and Front Street in a city-owned parking lot. The market will be at this location until the new Slidell Auditorium is completed. 504.285.3599; www.camelliacitymarket.org
The Covington Farmers Market operates Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the side lawn of City Hall, 609 Columbia St., and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire. 985.892.1873; www.covingtonfarmersmarket.org.
The Crescent City Farmers Market operates Saturdays at 700 Magazine St. from 8 a.m. to noon; on Tuesdays at 200 Broadway from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; and Thursdays 3 to 7 p.m. at 3700 Orleans Ave. 504.861-4488; www.crescentcityfarmersmarket.com.
The German Coast Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon at Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road in Destrehan, and Wednesdays from 3 to 7 p.m. at 12715 St. Hwy. 90 in Luling. 504.782.8517; www.germancoastfarmersmarket.org
The Gretna Farmers Market is Saturday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets. Link to more info at www.gretnala.com.
Hollygrove Market and Farm, 8301 Olive St., is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesdays from noon to 6 p.m. The market also offers produce and $25 produce boxes at several other locations, including the historic French Market Fridays through Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and at St. Anna's Produce Market, 1313 Esplanade Ave., Wednesdays from 5 to 8 p.m. 504.483.7037; www.hollygrovemarket.com
Mandeville Trailhead Community Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 675 Lafitte St., 985.624.3147; http://mandevilletrailhead.yolasite.com
The Marketplace at Armstrong Park operates on Fridays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the corner of Rampart and Basin Streets at Armstrong Park.
The St. Bernard Seafood and Farmers Market operates on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 409 Aycock St., Arabi. 504.355.4442; www.facebook.com/StBMarket
Sankofa Marketplace operates Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of St. Claude and Caffin Avenues. On Aug. 27, the market moves to the Holy Angels Complex, 3500 St. Claude Ave. Grand opening: Sept. 10. 504.875.4268. www.sankofafarmersmarket.org
The Vietnamese Farmers Market is on Saturday from approximately 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. at 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd.
The Westwego Farmers and Fisheries Market is Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 484 Sala Ave., Westwego, 504.341.3424. www.cityofwestwego.com/farmers_market.asp


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San Manuel tribe marks 10 years with U.S. Commerce Dept. outpost
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians has hailed 10 years since signing an agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce to house an export assistance office on its land, the first partnership of its kind between the federal agency and a sovereign American Indian tribe. Thursday morning, regional government leaders joined the tribe and federal commerce officials at the tribal community center to celebrate the agreement signed by former tribal chairman Henry Duro.
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hey :)
so yet another new story and yet again its a ziam one (please some one call a doctor who can cure me ^-^)
anyways, I will just be posting the description for now, see what you guys think. This story is kind of different to my usual ones and I haven't written this kind of thing before so I apologise from the start for any mistakes.
The first chapter or the prologue should be up soon depending on the feedback I get :)
so here it goes :)
Liam knows he's falling in love but he doesn't know who exactly he's falling in love with. He knows it's the new kid but Liam has never seen him but Liam has felt the ink of his tattoos and has heard that deep sexy voice but he's never seen him.
But he's falling in love
And right now more than ever, Liam wished he wasn't blind
i bet you weren't expecting '-* so yeah I have never written a blind, deaf or mute type of fanfic before so this is something new for me. excited!!!
I am not going to make this dark, this will be kinda happy kind of story. If that makes sense.
so hope you liked it.
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U.S. Census forms coming
during March
In March of 2010, census forms will be delivered to every residence in the United States and Puerto Rico. When you receive yours, just answer the 10 short questions and then mail the form back in the postage-paid envelope provided. The information affects the numbers of seats our state occupies in the U.S. House of Representatives. And people from many walks of life use census data to advocate for causes, prevent diseases, research markets, locate pools of skilled workers and more.
When you do the math, it's easy to see what an accurate count of residents can do for our community. Better infrastructure. More services. A brighter tomorrow for everyone. In fact, the information the census collects helps to determine how more than $400 billion dollars of federal funding each year is spent on infrastructure and services like: hospitals, job training centers, schools, senior centers, bridges, tunnels and other-public works projects and emergency services
Participation in the Census isn't just important-it's the responsibility of every American.
The Resource Center will host State Comptroller DiNapoli on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at the TRC's Conference Center, located within the agency's Administrative Offices at 200 Dunham Avenue (the former Celoron school), from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m.
DiNapoli's appearance is being sponsored by The Resource Center; TRC Foundation; Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc.; the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce; the Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency; the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County; and the United Way of Northern Chautauqua County.
The event is free, but those planning to attend are asked to register to ensure that enough materials are on hand for everyone. To register or for more information call The Resource Center at 483-2344.
The annual meeting of the Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier is set for March 10 from 6-8 p.m. at Moonbrook Country Club. This year's annual meeting will feature a presentation on health insurance by Tim Godzich, Co-founder of Liazon Benefits Inc. Godzich will give a timely presentation on national reform, consumer driven health care and the new health insurance program of the Chamber of Commerce and Manufacturers Association.
Advance reservations are requested. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 484-1101 or 366-6200 to make your reservation.
On Friday, March 12, the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual State Legislative Breakfast. This event will be held at The Lakewood Rod and Gun Club, 433 East Terrace Avenue in Lakewood. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with the breakfast and presentation at 8:30 a.m. Cost to attend is $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
Senator Cathy Young, Assemblyman Bill Parment and Assemblyman Joe Giglio will be in attendance to address questions and concerns. The focus of the discussion will be on the questions and topics submitted by the audience in advance or at the event.
This year's State Legislative Breakfast event is sponsored by Chautauqua Institution; DFT Communications, Jamestown Community College; Key Bank; Lake Erie Regional Health System; Media One Group (WJTN/WKSN/WHUG/WWSE/ WQFX); Nestle Purina Pet Care; NRG Dunkirk Power; Observer, Serta Mattress; The Post Journal and WCA.
Advance reservations are requested. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 484-1101 or 366-6200 to make your reservation.
The Chamber of Commerce: Looking out for your health insurance needs
In these difficult times, you have to ask yourself, who is really looking out for you? The answer is simple: The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce.
You rely on us to help you navigate these waters with you. And you know that our primary interest is to see that you have solutions that make the best sense for your business, your employees and your own family.
On behalf of our members, the Chamber conducted a thorough analysis of the health insurance options available in WNY. With you in mind, we looked at three key selection criteria: cost, coverage and network availability. The result of these efforts is the Bright Choices program from Liazon that we introduced last fall. This is a program that offers eight (8) diverse medical plans from Univera, multiple dental options from MetLife and vision options from VSP . . . all at extremely competitive price points.
The fact is, the Bright Choices plans give you competitive rates. and you get the best network availability in the Southern Tier.
That's why Bright Choices is our choice for your health plans. Call the Chamber of Commerce today at 484-1101 or 366-6200 to learn more about your health insurance options.


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Hypersonic 125 & Uphaul
I have the oportunity to buy a Hypersonic 125, but before doing this I must admit that I have some doubts regarding the sinkage under 80kg body weight.
Waterstart is not my favourite, and thus my rig is a 7.3 Hi-Tech race slalom, 4 cam with a huge luff pochet.
I am sailing on an antique board 250l and I think is the time to pass to a more radical equipment. Lately I've tested a 146l board and I found it easy enough to adapt; uphaul was no problem.
Sometimes the wind conditions can vary quick from 3-4 to 1-2, so I am wondering if HS 125 will be enough for uphaul with a 80kg sailor and a 7.3 to 9 sail range.
Before doing this investment I want you advise and opinion.
Thank you!
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Hi i_pica,
With moderate skill the HS125 will certainly be a practical "get you home" uphaul with 80kg rider and 7.3 racesail. The additional volume of HS125 (123Lt actual) over the HS105 was specifically added to assist in this regard and is more than sufficent for moderate weight riders on medium sail sizes. The shorter (than antique) length makes a little more (initial) challenge in fore/aft trimming the HS125 during uphaul than some older (longer) ~125 Lt boards, however the reasonable width also adds a more stable platform. After a little familiarity, this quickly becomes second nature and no big deal.
To put it in perspective, with some challenge, riders to 90Kg have been successfully uphauling HS105 (1zero5) with racesails up to around 9m, but that is about the upper practical limit (and the issue as always with uphauling is what is possible to one seems impractical to another! )
HS also has another "get you home" in dying winds advantage (c/w normal flat bottom boards) in the deeply concaved hull shape tracks to windward better in subplaning conditions, allowing less loss of upwind position when returning to shore during subplaning conditions.
Cheers ~ Ian
RE: Hypersonic 125 & Uphaul
Thank you for your quick answer Ian.
Seems that will be a great deal... I hope I can revert in the future with some comments about my ride on a HS125.
RE: Hypersonic 125 & Uphaul
Hi i_pica,
Just to add to Ian's recommendations (which I agree with totally) I think that coming from a 250 liter longboard (or even the 146 liter board) you are going find the Hypersonic 125 very hard to uphaul, right at first.
What you need to do is space your feet (one in front of the mast one behind the mast) differently than you would on your longboard or the 146 liter shortboard as Hypersonic is very short, and has limited volume in the nose.
So, when uphauling, you need to place your front foot just forward of the mast foot and your rear foot quite a ways back, so that your stance and weight are shifted back further on the board where it's stable.
Using the normal (same spacing ahead of and behind the mast) foot positons is going to sink the nose of the board and make uphauling very difficult, but not impossible.
Shift your weight back so you maintain both rail to rail and fore and aft trim and you won't have any problems.
Hope this helps,
RE: Hypersonic 125 & Uphaul
I am 80 kg and have excellent skills. In freshwater, 105 liters is about smallest I can go without having the board sink (water over the deck). If I place my feet correctly, the deck stays pretty dry. The board is somewhat unstable for uphauling, but it's not too difficult with PRACTICE.
I use this board when I want to be sure that I can get home in winds too light to water start (less than 10 knots).
A 125 liter board will easily float you, but as Roger & Ian say - you have to get your feet / weight centered properly to uphaul. A few centimeters off and some part of the board is going to start sinking, making it more difficult to keep your balance. Wave action will also play a role too. More waves = more difficult to keep your balance.
Practice your water starts. When you get it figured out, it is sooo much easier than up hauling - if there is enough wind.
RE: Hypersonic 125 & Uphaul
Buy a snorkel!
RE: Hypersonic 125 & Uphaul
I have seen some guys that had the water line up to their groin uphauling small boards.
I guess you might need a snorkel if you were uphauling a 10 liter board.
There should be record - smallest volume board successfully uphauled & sailed (10 meters distance?) in less than 5 knots of wind.
Something for the 60 to 70 kg sailors to try.
RE: Hypersonic 125 & Uphaul
How about a homemade speedboard competition?
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AUBURN, Alabama -- By the time the week is over, Auburn is expected to produce its biggest NFL draft class in years, a class that could be the biggest since five Tigers were selected in 2008.
A few of the Tigers' draft-eligible participants were highly-rated recruits coming out of high school, but the bulk of Auburn's players far out-performed expectations, transforming from lightly-regarded developmental prospects into All-SEC types by the time the 2013 season rolled around.
With that in mind, here's a look back at where Auburn's draft class began, at least in the eyes of the recruiting services that rate players.
The high school rankings here are from Rivals. All projected draft position rankings are from ESPN.
Steven Clark, P, Kansas City, Mo.
High school: 2-star, No. 20 placekicker
Draft projection: Fifth round-FA; No. 2 punter
Chris Davis, CB, Birmingham, Ala.
High school: 3-star, not ranked either as a cornerback or athlete
Draft projection: Third round-sixth round; No. 36 cornerback
Nosa Eguae, DL, Mansfield, Texas
High school: 3-star, No. 17 strong-side defensive end, No. 60 in Texas
Draft projection: Seventh round-FA; No. 54 defensive end
Dee Ford, DE, Odenville, Ala.
High school: 3-star, No. 62 outside linebacker, No. 27 in Alabama
Draft projection: Late first-early second round; No. 4 defensive end
Jake Holland, LB, Pelham, Ala.
High school: 4-star, No. 8 middle linebacker, No. 10 in Alabama
Draft projection: Seventh round-FA; No. 42 inside linebacker
Tre Mason, RB, Lake Worth, Fla.
High school: 4-star, No. 14 running back, No. 32 in Florida, No. 199 overall
Draft projection: Second-third round; No. 4 running back
Cody Parkey, K, Jupiter, Fla.
High school: 3-star, No. 6 kicker
Draft projection: Sixth round-FA; No. 5 kicker
Jay Prosch, FB, Mobile, Ala.
High school: 2-star, unranked at position
Draft projection: Sixth round-FA; No. 3 fullback
Greg Robinson, LT, Thibodaux, La
High school: 4-star, No. 2 guard, No. 4 in Louisiana, No. 90 overall
Draft projection: Top-5 pick; No. 1 tackle
Craig Sanders, DE, Ariton, Ala.
High school: 4-star, No. 12 weak-side defensive end, No. 6 in Alabama, No. 197 overall
Draft projection: Seventh round-FA; No. 46 defensive end
Ryan Smith, S, Cordova, Ala.
High school: 3-star, unranked as an athlete
Draft projection: Seventh round-FA; No. 107 safety
Ryan White, CB, Tallahassee, Fla.
High school: 3-star, unranked as athlete
Draft projection: Seventh round-FA; No. 67 cornerback


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Erik Thompson's 100-yard kickoff return in the first quarter, which tied Lou Scarpino's 1983 school record, was the play that stood out, but there were several other instances of players giving the Lakers' solid field position and frustrating the Storm.
"We had really good field position from our kickoff return team because they got scared and started pooching it," Mitchell said. "Our kickoff team was really good coverage, getting good kicks."
Lake Erie stopped kicking it to Thompson after his score, but Reggie Williams had 87 yards on three returns, including a 43-yard scamper.
Another huge momentum turn came just before halftime with Lake Erie lining up for a 25-yard field goal that would have given the Storm the lead. GVSU's Zach Breen jumped over the line and blocked Sam Marcotte's kick, the second week in a row the senior defensive back has blocked a field-goal attempt.
It enabled the Lakers to end the first half with a 19-17 lead.
"That was huge, to give us the lead," Mitchell said. "We could have come in with it 20-19."
Several other players made strong contributions on special teams:
-- Punter Chris Picano pinned Lake Erie inside its 10-yard line twice, once at the 1.
-- Charles Hill snuffed out a fake punt attempt -- at least it looked like a fake; the Storm punter ran around and then was tackled for a loss on a strange play -- in the first quarter to give the Lakers the ball at the Storm 40.
-- Ryan Stokes made field goals of 24 and 23 yards. He also missed an extra point, but that mainly was because holder Greg Gay dropped the snap.
-- Williams returned a punt 40 yards to the Lake Erie 14, setting up GVSU's first touchdown of the second half. He finished with 61 yards on five punt returns.
Mitchell has emphasized the importance of special teams play all season. He's given two redshirt freshmen, Antonio Hutchins and Matt Judon, a chance to play on the kickoff team, and they've been able to make plays and provide energy instead of watching from the sideline.
The Lakers' special teams also was a bright spot when the defense struggled to stop Lake Erie, which had 488 yards of offense through three quarters and trailed by only two points, 33-31, heading into the fourth.
"Our punt team was pretty solid getting us field position," Mitchell said. "That, to be honest with you, was probably the biggest difference in the game. When we weren't playing great on defense and our offense was sputtering at times, our execution on special teams picked us up.
"That will be a point I make to these guys, and I hope these younger players embrace that."E-mail Michael Zuidema: firstname.lastname@example.com and follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/michaelzuidema


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RE: Brown Rice
I have made it twice and both times it still had a hard middle, am i making it wronge or is it suppose to be sorta hard in the middle ? if so its gross and i will never make it again.
you must be doing something wrong. i make brown rice all the time and love it, and it's never hard.
I just stick mine in the rice maker and I always put a bit more rice than I would with white rice but it's never hard in the middle. Maybe it just needed to cook a little longer.
Yes, brown rice needs more water and a longer cooking time than white rice, and still it will have a firmer consistency than you are used to with white (shouldn't be crunchy though.) Your ratio for white is 2:1. For brown, increase it to 3:1.
It is WORTH it! Do not give up! Brown rice is far better nutritionally than white rice, but like anything new you have to be prepared for it to taste and feel differently than what you are accustomed to. :)
we use trader joes brown basmati and i rinse it really well first, then cook it per instructions, for about 45 minutes.
and if you still struggle, trader joes also makes frozen cooked organic brown, white jasmine and thai rice that comes in 3 bags, 2 cups each. you can microwave or heat on the stove- they're great and i use them for when i just want a little rice quick.
thats what i use the instant rice--for both my brown and white rice--just makes life easier
Quoting olgabillman07:
For a while there I was cooking the brown rice in a bag that takes 45 minutes to cook, but it always came out a bit hard in the middle. I've now switched to instant brown rice that boils for five minutes and then just sits for five minutes and tastes great. It's more expensive, but it's helped me eat it a lot more than I used to.
I cook mine in my steamer. It usually takes 45-50 minutes. I use 1 cup of rice with 1 1/4 cups of water. I never take the top off when it's cooking either. It always turns out perfectly. Don't give up. Brown rice is excellent for your health... and mighty tasty.


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Billy Joel's "New York State of Mind" cued up on the stereo, but at a charity auction tonight, most of the room was definitely in a Rutherford state of mind.
And it's a good thing, said attendees, since all buzz for the Super Bowl on TV seems to be about New York, not the local New Jersey towns that sit in the shade of MetLife Stadium. Rutherford is just over two miles away.
The auction, "Footballs for Food," at Rutherford's Elks Lodge, was the culmination of a months-long community art project tied to the Super Bowl. Twenty-three fiberglass footballs, each 24 inches tall, were designed by local students and artists. The footballs were then displayed in Rutherford storefronts this month.
At the auction attended by up to 150 people tonight, the footballs fetched hundreds of dollars each that will benefit Rutherford Community Pantry and 55 Kip Center, an older adult activity center that also feeds its guests.
The football were adorned by contributors ranging from a 9-year-old student to professional artists.
"The majority of them are Rutherfordians," said Kim Bogosian, chair of Rutherford's Big Game Committee, who organized the art initiative and auction. "Most of it was through word of mouth," she said. "We didn't have an advertising budget." The 24-inch footballs were doled out beginning in October.
Painter Eugene Tava ran with a "Jersey Strong" theme, listing towns such as Wildwood, Seaside, Asbury Park, Deal and Belmar on his football's laces, the Star Jet roller coaster depicted in a boardwalk landscape.
"My family worked on the boardwalk for 80-plus years," he said, and his sister lost her Seaside Heights home to Hurricane Sandy.
Another football painted by eighth graders at Rutherford's Union School embraces the town's own bulldog mascot.
Painter Victor Victori, who has owned a home in Rutherford for 30 years, has worked on portraits of famous figures such as Donald Trump. His football, titled "Burning Super Ball," is a swirl of fiery colors which he says offers a counterpoint to all the cold and frost Mother Nature is sure to deliver at the big game.
A football representing Rutherford's Park Ave. BMW called "Ultimate Driving Machine" was decorated to look like the grill of a car. Another, for the Junior Women's Club of Rutherford, depicted Charlie Brown mid-scream, his famous zig-zag shirt design on the other side.
One ode to local life paired snapshots of Rutherford with a quote from native son William Carlos Williams' poem "Love Song": "Who shall hear of us/in the the time to come?" And Mason's Cellar, a liquor store, had smashed green glass covering its football, corks subbing in for the ball's laces.
"It couldn't have been a better idea," said Mayor Joseph DeSalvo of the project. On Feb. 1, the borough follows up its self-organized Super Bowl programming with Rutherford Winter Festival (update: this event is canceled), a celebration at Lincoln Park and Rutherford Borough Hall that will have ice skating and a Bruce Springsteen cover band. "We had absolutely no help from the NFL," said DeSalvo.
The beneficiaries of the auction spoke of the Super Bowl event as a way for the community to aid itself.
"It's going to be a terrific help to us," said Peggy Letsche, director of 55 Kip Center. "There's budget cuts all over the place."
"I thought it was a good way to capitalize on the exposure that we get," added Jonathan Bigley, board member at the food pantry.
Auctioneer Dennis Letsche ran down the prices for each football at lightning speed.
"We have no idea whose signature this is," he said, holding up a regular-sized football streaked with a squiggle of black marker. "It could be a kid at Union School." It went for $50. "By the way, that signature is Joe Montana," he joked afterward.
A silver "Rutherford High School vs. St. Mary Alumni Super Ball" not up for auction will be awarded each year to the winner of the local football game.
Jim Forsythe, a Rutherford resident of 22 years, surveyed sports memorabilia that accompanied the footballs.
"I gotta bid on that," he said, spying an Osi Umenyiora and Justin Tuck-signed Giants poster. "I love that it's $30 a head to get in," he said — a far cry from the admission price for many big affairs during Super Bowl week.


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Happy Endings: The Day America Got Posh
• Victoria Beckham's self-referential Victoria Beckham: Coming To America airs tonight on NBC. And apparently it's really, really boring. The Spice Girls' feud with Eddie Murphy, however, is not – boring, that is. Okay, it's a little boring.
• Meanwhile, NBC took pity on ABC-lashing Isaiah Washington and offered him a spot on The Bionic Woman. Of the deal, Washington remarks, I am grateful and honored by NBC's belief in me, and I am looking forward to getting back to work." Enjoy your second chance, Washington, and don't fuck it up.
• In somewhat related news, Black Entertainment Television has been getting flack for it's new show, Hot Ghetto Mess. The Viacom-owned network says stereotypical, unflattering images of black people will spur "self-reflection". We can't help but wonder if gays need one, too. Oh, wait, we forgot about William Sledd and his new web show.
• Elizabeth Edwards uses HRC dinner to take on Bush's hate crime stance. Or lack thereof:
This president talks a lot about good and evil and the need to seek out evil doers. But he doesn't seem to recognize the evil in hate crimes. The right to live without the fear of being murdered for whom we love is not a special right.
And, of course, she takes some time to stump for her husband's campaign. Obviously he's too pussy to do it himself.
• Former child prostitute and drug mule pens open letter to British Prime Minister Gordon Brown:
I am aware of the British expenditure which has gone towards the West's 'war on terror'. Gordon, imagine for one minute if only a quarter of that expenditure went towards our very own war against the 'childhood terror' raging across our cities.
• Big Brother's Dustin has a penis. And it is nice.
• Who says Brits know their manners? They've got quite a history of being bad news – and great gossip!
Posh for president! Maybe it was boring for people that are used to sitcoms with lazy/dumb husbands fighting with their bossy/no-it-all wives with added canned laughter (think "Everybody loves Raymond"). You had to use your brain to get the jokes and I'm guessing that's why some/most people might not get it.


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MIDDLESEX COUNTY — Carteret Mayor Daniel Reiman today announced he is withdrawing his bid for Middlesex County Democratic chairman and instead will endorse former Assemblyman Pete Barnes Jr.
"Carteret Democrats and I stand in support of Pete Barnes," Reiman said in a statement. "I believe that Pete has the best opportunity to unite the party during these difficult times," Reiman said.
County Democrats will meet in June to select a successor to Joseph Spicuzzo, who resigned as head of the party March 7, hours after he surrendered to State Police to face charges of selling jobs and promotions while he was Middlesex County sheriff.
Spicuzzo retired in December after serving 30 years as sheriff.
Barnes, a retired FBI agent who has served as police director in Edison and East Brunswick, served in the Assembly from 1995 to 2007, when then-Gov. Jon Corzine appointed him to head the state parole board. He retired from there in 2009.
Barnes, 82, of Edison, said Middlesex County Assemblymen Patrick Diegnan and Joseph Egan asked him to run for chairman.
Reiman, in his statement, said "age is not and should not be a factor in this or any other race."
Party leaders have said Kevin McCabe, the former state labor secretary, has also been mentioned as a possible candidate for chairman.
Previous coverage:
• Former N.J. Assemblyman Barnes enters race for Middlesex Democratic party chair
• Carteret mayor announces bid for Middlesex County Democratic chairman
• Former Middlesex County Sheriff Spicuzzo pleads not guilty to bribery, official misconduct charges
• N.J. veteran officer is accused of accepting, delivering bribes for former Middlesex County sheriff Spicuzzo
• Authorities arrest officer accused of working as Middlesex County Sheriff Spicuzzo's bagman
• Gov. Christie calls for Joseph Spicuzzo's resignation from N.J. sports authority
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BROOKLYN - The NYPD is asking for the public's help in finding two Brooklyn women who went missing yesterday.
Louise Zilberfain, 80, was last seen Wednesday at around 2 p.m., leaving her home in Prospect Park South. She's 5 feet 1 inches tall and weighs 130 pounds. Zilberfain, who has Alzheimer's, was last seen wearing a long black coat, black pants and black boots, and was carrying a pink purse.
Police say Deborah Golden, 49, was last seen yesterday morning after she was discharged from Woodhull Hospital. She's 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds.
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It wasn't too long ago that waterfront living in the city was for those too poor to live elsewhere, and a New Yorker could go weeks or more without even thinking about the numerous blue-green bodies that surround the island of Manhattan. No more. Between former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg's push to add parks to the outer rims of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens and the rezoning of large waterfront swaths to accommodate higher-density housing — particularly in north Brooklyn and Queens — the NYC waterfront has emerged as some of the city's hottest real estate for those looking for luxury living and sun-dappled water views — and that's even after substantial Superstorm Sandy setbacks in 2012.
According to an analysis by DNAinfo.com, recent sales numbers in select areas of the Rockaways in Queens and the Financial District in Manhattan show that buyers are overlooking potential storms, rising tides and sky-high flood insurance in favor of shiny new appliances, landscaped roofs and, of course, killer views. Indeed, waterfront developments the city over continue to command top dollar for both rental and condo units. With this flood of new options in mind, we've singled out our eight favorite waterfront developments in New York City. These buildings have the best views, the best amenities and the best access to the water.
One Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn Heights
This 438-unit condo building, converted in 2007 from a warehouse built in 1928, sits directly along the Brooklyn Heights waterfront, and it overlooks the 85‐acre Brooklyn Bridge Park. The popular and ever-improving park is impressive by any standards with multiple playgrounds, lawns and athletic fields including sand volleyball courts, a kayak launch, running and biking paths and much more. Inside the modernized building are two landscaped terraces overlooking the park, a yoga studio, billiard room, children's playroom and screening room. The apartments facing the water look out onto Governors Island, the Statue of Liberty and Downtown Manhattan. The downsides to living at the doorstep of the best waterfront park in Brooklyn? The building is a 14-minute walk to Jay Street/Metrotech subway station and is surrounded by ongoing park construction. 360 Furman St., Brooklyn, 718-330-0030, onebrooklyn.com
Northside Piers, Williamsburg
Williamsburg is famed for its high-end waterfront development — what was once a manufacturing district is now a neighborhood of pricy condos and shiny skyscrapers — and its array of hipper-than-thou restaurants, bars and even hotels (see the King & Grove and Wythe Hotel). The Northside Piers development is a cluster of three different waterfront condo towers within walking distance to it all and the Bedford Avenue L subway stop: One Northside is sold out, Two Northside still has units for sale, and the someday-rental Three Northside is under construction. Much to the ire of existing residents, when construction at Three is complete, it will block the river views seen from Two. All three buildings offer direct access into East River Park, which opened in 2007, and the two constructed towers both have roof decks with views of the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn and Queens. Three, of course, will also have an expansive terrace overlooking the river. 2 Northside Piers, Brooklyn, 718-388-0606, northsidepiers.com
4545 Center Boulevard, Long Island City
One of the newest waterfront towers from TF Cornerstone, the developers who built up a large part of the Long Island City waterfront post rezoning, this building has an impressive 50,000-square-foot amenity deck with views of the water and Manhattan, as well as beach volleyball courts, a reflecting pool, lounge chairs, tennis courts, barbecues, an on-site parking garage and an indoor and outdoor playground. It's also located a block away from the neighborhood's waterfront park, Hunters Point South. True, this area of Queens doesn't yet have a bustling waterfront like Brooklyn, but its residential and commercial sectors are growing nonetheless with newcomers like M. Wells Steakhouse drawing more than just residents for dinner. 4545 Center Boulevard, Long Island City, 718-606-9440, 4545centerblvd.com
Tribeca Park, TriBeCa
This lavish rental building tops off at 27 stories and sits right along the waterfront. The building has a 19th floor sun terrace with barbecues as well as a landscaped sculpture garden. Views look out onto the glittering Hudson River. For residents with no desire to swim in the Hudson (likely all of them), Tribeca Park has its own heated 60-foot-long indoor pool. About a half block away from the building is Rockefeller Park, a waterfront park dotted with features, including a Tom Otterness sculpture, a wading pool, carousel, and game tables that are part of Battery Park City. The neighborhood itself is dotted with chic restaurants and bars, hosts an eponymous film festival and is widely considered one of the city's most expensive zip codes. 400 Chambers St., 917-720-7550, related.com
250 West Street, TriBeCa
250 West Street is another TriBeCa waterfront building, although this one houses upscale condos in a historic 1906 warehouse. The chic apartment units — with oversized warehouse windows — look out onto Hudson River Park and Piers 25 and 26. Outside on the piers, a playground with water features, beach volleyball courts and a miniature golf course turn this section of the Hudson River into one giant summer playground. The building itself beckons with a 5,000-square-foot roof terrace with a sun deck, resident's lounge and dining area. 250 W. St., 212-343-2509, 250weststreet.com
The Regatta, Battery Park City
In a world where luxury skyscrapers loom large, The Regatta comes in at nine stories. No matter, as the 184-unit condo building is located directly on the esplanade of Battery City Park and, as such, has unobstructed views of the New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. Other perks: a winter garden to enjoy those views in the coldest of weather and a rooftop deck for warmer weather. Built in 1989, the interiors are not as up-to-date as others on this list and you have to cross the West Side Highway to get to the subway. There is a nearby movie theater and a 10,000-square-foot library built in 2010, the city's first to be LEED certified. 21 South End Ave., no phone
One Riverside Park, Upper West Side
The glassy new 35-floor west side tower recently launched condo sales, with prices surpassing $25 million. The units wow with floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive views of the Hudson River, George Washington Bridge and Riverside Park. The building has a not-so-shabby 50,000 square feet of amenities including a landscaped garden courtyard, screening room, indoor playground, and an indoor pool and hot tub in the La Palestra Athletic Club and Spa. Of course, Riverside Park is just one block away. If you're drooling and have the millions to spend on an apartment with views for days, you shouldn't call the movers just yet — occupancy isn't slated until next year. 50 Riverside Blvd., 212-663-7873, oneriversidepark.com
Riverwalk Crossing, Roosevelt Island
For those hardcore waterfront enthusiasts out there, there's always the option of living on the tiny two-mile strip of land that is Roosevelt Island. The island's most impressive building is Riverwalk Crossing, an 18-story condo high-rise situated along the Roosevelt Island waterfront park. The tower has its own private lawn as well as a sun terrace with views of the water and Manhattan's Upper East Side. While this tower features some of the best, least obstructed vistas in the city, you still have to live on Roosevelt Island to get them. Although the island is connected to the city by a tram, the F train and Roosevelt Island Bridge, the island can feel cut off from the rest of New York and has limited dining and entertainment options. 405 Main St., 212-838-5090, related.com
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Shahrukh Khan compares Don 2 promotion to election campaign
By: Shekhar
The actor, who will reprise the role of the most notorious criminal in the world, began the promotion of the film in Dubai. "Off to Ahmedabad, kem cho?? And then Jaipur, Ghani khamma!! Our promotions feel a little like yatras during election times... ha ha," Shah Rukh posted on Twitter.
Next the team planned to begin their multi-city promotion tour in India from Patna. However, they had to fly straight to Nagpur and skip Patna due to security issues. Don 2: The King Is Back stars Boman Irani, Priyanka Chopra and Lara Dutta in key roles. The film will hit theatres on December 23.
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JERSEY CITY -- The loss that ended the Denver Broncos' 2012 season was a painful one, but the team has found some utility of it this year. Last January's loss to the Ravens in the divisional round, when they blew a fourth-quarter lead and saw Rahim Moore become a name that connotes poor memories in Denver, was crushing.
But the Broncos have used it to energize their hunt for a Super Bowl this season. Woodyard
"It was fun playing in the game but it was extremely tough to see us lose that game and not finish," Wesley Woodyard said today aboard the Cornucopia cruise ship. "That's something we always hit on: let's finish the game and let's make sure the outcome is the outcome we want to us. It definitely pushed us to get to this point. It was something that was on my mind and my teammates' mind all season."
The Broncos finished this season 13-3 this season, won the AFC West, finished as the conference's top seed and beat the Chargers and Patriots to get to the Super Bowl. Peyton Manning put up the greatest statistical season of any quarterback ever.
In the midst of it they had to endure a heart scare from John Fox that left the coach away from the team for weeks.
"It's no doubt it's been a journey," Fox said. "It kind of started there. We had finished the season pretty strong a year ago. A very disappointing loss at home…. I would say it was a fire in everybody's belly, the whole offseason…There's no doubt this team has been through a lot."


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HOOVER, Alabama - The Hoover Country Club is still recovering from last week's heavy rains that flooded the club's 12-court tennis complex up to about knee level.
Jeff Peters, the assistant tennis professional who is in charge of the tennis complex, said repairs to the tennis courts are costing about $10,000.
"The courts were totally flooded," Peters said. When the water receded, "all the courts were covered in mud with varying degrees of thickness."
The two asphalt courts had about 1-2 inches of mud left on them, he said. The asphalt courts were pressure-washed, but the clay courts had to have the mud scraped off by hand before new clay material could be put down, Peters said.
Peters ordered about 24 tons of a synthetic clay material to recover the courts, he said. As of today, he has resurfaced six of the courts and hopes to reopen those courts Wednesday, he said.
The other four clay courts should reopen by the middle of next week at the latest, but it depends on the weather, Peters said. He has to have a couple of days of dry weather before he can put the new clay material down, he said. Rain this week has caused some delays, he said.
Some tennis lessons at the Hoover Country Club already had restarted on the asphalt courts, but some of them were moved to the tennis courts at Wald Park in Vestavia Hills, Peters said. The tennis teams from the Hoover Country Club have had to play all their matches elsewhere in the meantime, he said.
This isn't the first time the tennis complex at the Hoover Country Club has flooded, Peters said. The courts also flooded about 10 years ago, and the damage was much worse then because it was a faster-moving current that carried off much more of the clay material, he said. Repairs then cost probably about $60,000, he said.
The golf course at the Hoover Country Club also was affected by the flooding, but to a lesser degree, said Mike Posey, the golf superintendent. There was silt in some of the sand traps and trash and debris that had to be removed from the course, and a culvert washed out on the back nine holes, Posey said.
Club officials closed the golf course for two days to handle all the cleanup, he said.
See more news from Hoover at www.al.com/hoover


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Hotel Spagna, Venice
- Free continental breakfast and WiFi
Main amenities
- 19 guestrooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Daily housekeeping
- Multilingual staff
- Luggage storage
What's around
- In Cannaregio
- St. Mary of the Friars (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
- Ca' d'Oro (0.6 mi / 1 km)
- Rialto Bridge (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- St. Mark's Basilica (1.3 mi / 2 km)
- Ca' Rezzonico (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
- Venice (VCE-Marco Polo) 17-min drive; 8.3 miles/13.3 km
- Treviso (TSF) 38-min drive; 27.4 miles/44.1 km
- Venice Santa Lucia Station 3-min walk; 0.2 miles/0.3 km
- Venezia Mestre Station 11-min drive; 5.6 miles/8.9 km
- Mogliano Veneto Station 22-min drive; 11.3 miles/18.2 km
- Onsite parking not available
Hotel Spagna, Venice
Hotel Info: 1800 846 835from A$103
- Standard Double or Twin Room
- Triple Room
- Double Room Single Use
- Quadruple Room
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At a glance
Key facts
Hotel size
- This hotel has 19 rooms
- Check-out time is 10 AM
Required at check in
- Credit card or cash deposit required
- Government-issued photo ID required
Travelling with others
- Pets allowed
- Restrictions apply *
- Up to 5 kg
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
- No parking
In the hotel
- Free continental breakfast
- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
In the room
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- Cable TV channels
- Free WiFi
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
Hotel Spagna, Venice's small print
Also known as
- Hotel Spagna
- Hotel Spagna Venice
- Spagna Venice
- Spagna Hotel Venice
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 2999.99, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at check in or check out:
- A tax is imposed by the city and will be collected at the property. This tax does not apply to residents of Venice City and children under 10 years of age. Further exemptions may apply to patients and their companions, and people staying in the city for specific purposes/duties, subject to the submission of proper documents to the property. A 30 percent reduction applies from 1-31 January.
We have included all charges provided to us by this hotel. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
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Syracuse, NY – Here are the top Central New York stories for Friday afternoon, Oct. 19, 2012, and a preview of the weekend:
» The state DOT decides to keep Interstate 690 open because of the Syracuse University football game. (Read all about it)
» Police identify the Syracuse man who was killed early this morning during an apparent robbery. (Read all about it)
» A federal court rejects the Onondaga Nation's appeal of a land claim decision. (Read all about it)
» $900 worth of incense was stolen from a Syracuse head shop. (Read all about it)
» In quick hits, Tessy Plastics plans to expand again, and a class-action lawsuit is filed against Aspen Dental.
» Breaking news in Central New York
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The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler
Hotel Amenities
At The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler, we're dedicated to making your stay as relaxing and worry-free as possible. For your convenience, the resort features a designated Starwood Preferred Guest Check-in desk, business center with personal computing access, a Concierge to assist with your personal arrangements, as well as The Westin® Kids Club.
Weekends last longer at Westin with late checkout on Sunday. Availability may vary.
Accessibility Services
- Grab Bars In Bathroom
Business Services
- Audio Visual Equipment
- Business Center
Family Activities & Services
Guest Services
- Cash Machine (ATM)
- Laundry Service
- Luggage Storage
- Luggage Assistance
- Service Express®
- Starwood Preferred Guest Check-in
- Express Checkout
- Equipment Storage
- Full Service Bell Stand
- This is a smoke-free hotel. Breathe Westin™
- Currency Exchange Service
- Concierge Desk
- The Residences at The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler
- Coin Operated Laundry Facilities
Recreation & Entertainment
- Ski Equipment Rental
- Snowboard Equipment Rental
- Tennis Court Nearby
- Blackcomb Mountain
- Terrace
- WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio
- Valley Trail
- Indoor/Outdoor Whirlpools
- Dry Sauna
- Indoor/Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Eucalyptus Steam Room
- Avello Spa & Health Club
- Whistler Mountain
- Golf
- Skiing
- Summer Activities
- Winter Activities
- Shuttle Service
- Hotel Guest Parking 30-34 CAD per day
Internet Access
Free internet is available to all SPG Members when booking on Starwood websites, mobile sites and SPG apps. Benefits vary by membership level. Learn more
- Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Guest Rooms 14.95 CAD per day


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Super Bowl Preview: Seattle Seahawks Vs. Denver Broncos
Seattle Seahawks
Denver Broncos
Special Teams
The Broncos square off against their former QB as they welcome in Brock Osweiler and the Texans.
The Seahawks face their NFC West foe on the road as the Cardinals look to get above .500 for the first time this season.
The Patriots are riding high and now face a Steelers team who will be without their starting QB.


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Posted 04 April 2012 - 11:57 AM
Hi, i am 15 year ols and i wanted to desing game. I am just interested where do i start what do i have to code??? i just have no idea i learned some basics about c++ languge but idk where to start.
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Posted 04 April 2012 - 04:08 PM
Making a game and making an engine are two completely different things. I wouldn't recommend developing an engine for some one who knows some basics about c++. First I would start here. As you learn more about the c++ syntax and code structure begin making games utilizing the console. Start with games such as minesweeper, checkers, maze navigator. Ensure to use new techniques that you've learned to ensure that you fully understand how they work. After you have a good understanding of pointers, memory management, classes and inheritance, templates, and file io I would move on to working with OpenGL. Its a lot easier, in my opinion, to get started with. Create some games using just simple blocks, spheres, and triangles. I would recommend games such as 3d pong, tetris, and even some 2d games once you understand loading bitmaps. Through working in opengl you should be able to find yourself making games. Remember though its not a race, ensure you fully understand everything or else you will find yourself confused very quickly and just copying code that you find on the internet. Good luck.
Brendon Glanzer


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Start Date/Time: Thursday, March 13, 2014, 11:30 AM
Ending Date/Time: Thursday, March 13, 2014, 12:30 AM
Location: JHN 011
Speaker: Jason Amundson, University of Alaska Southeast
Title: An emerging energy perspective of iceberg calving
Abstract:Iceberg calving has traditionally been discussed in the glaciological literature almost exclusively from the perspective of glacier mass balance. Recently, though, seismic recordings and satellite and time-lapse imagery of calving events have brought attention to the highly energetic nature of calving events. The energy released by calving icebergs has two major implications: (1) it produces waves that can be measured remotely and used to quantify calving activity and (2) it affects the proglacial environment (e.g., by generating turbulence in fjords and/or by perturbing a layer of sea ice or ice mélange.) These implications have created a desire to understand iceberg calving from an energy perspective. Our initial studies on the energetics of iceberg calving have unequivocally demonstrated that post-fracture calving processes are strongly affected by hydrodynamic coupling. Consequently hydrodynamics likely plays an important role in the generation of glacial earthquakes, the rapid disintegration of ice shelves, and jamming of iceberg-choked fjords.