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Daniel Arbayo Gil, 29
Sheriff's Office is Alerting Public of Possible Armed Suspect
Santa Maria - February 11th, 2014
Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Detectives and Santa Maria Police Department Officers are searching for a suspect who may be armed in the Santa Maria area. The suspect, 29-year-old Daniel Arbayo Gil is a documented gang member who fled from Sheriff's Detectives this evening, February 11, when they arrived around 5 p.m. to serve a search warrant at his residence located in the 2400 block of Bentley Avenue in Santa Maria. Gil was the subject of a criminal investigation related to a weapons violation.
When Sheriff's Detectives with the Gang Enforcement Unit arrived to serve the search warrant at his residence, they discovered Gil standing in the roadway in front of his home. When they attempted to make contact with him, he ran inside the residence. Before Sheriff's Detectives and Santa Maria Police Department Officers were able to fully contain the home, Gil escaped out the rear of the residence and is believed to have fled toward Blosser Avenue.
Gil is a Hispanic male, approximately 6'2" tall and weighs about 230 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing grey sweatpants and no shirt or shoes. The Sheriff's Office wants to warn residents that Gil may be armed and is considered dangerous. If you see him, you are cautioned not to make contact with him but rather to call 911 immediately. To leave an anonymous tip on his whereabouts, call 805-681-4171.
For Media Inquires Contact PIO Kelly Hoover
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Beyonce album update!
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Beyonce has big plans for her next album.
Columbia Records chairman Rob Stringer tells "Hits Daily Double," "at some point Beyonce will put a record" in 2014 and when she does, it will be "monumental."
His answer is leading some to believe that fans should expect something new from the star in the coming year.
Sooooo, is it 2014 yet?! We CAN'T WAIT!
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text: Is there a feature available to make it when someone gets banned they have no idea theyve banned? They keep posting in threads oblivious to the fact that no one will see what they are posting? I would enjoy such an occurrence. Them putting in so much time and and effort to get a rise out of people and wondering why no one is responding. I wonder how long they would keep posting.


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|XII Olympic Winter Games
|Host city
|Innsbruck, Austria
|37 in 6 sports
|Opening ceremony
|February 4
|Closing ceremony
|February 15
The 1976 Winter Olympics, officially known as the XII Olympic Winter Games, were a winter multi-sport event which was celebrated February 4–15, 1976 in Innsbruck, Austria. It was the second time the Tyrolean city hosted the Games.
Denver bidEdit
The games had originally been awarded to the city of Denver, Colorado, at the IOC conference of May 1970. But in November, 1972 a vote of the citizens of Denver to fund the games was rejected by an overwhelming margin. The Denver organizing committee officially withdrew their bid eight days later. The community of Whistler, British Columbia (which would become part of the Vancouver 2010 games) was offered the games, but they had to decline, due to recent political developments. Salt Lake City, Utah (later the 2002 hosts) offered to host as an alternate, but the IOC was not considering any alternative sites within the United States. Innsbruck was selected as the alternate host in February, 1973.
Following the Munich Massacre at the 1972 Summer Olympics, security was tight for the 1976 games.
See AlsoEdit
- Logos - A collection of logos featuring this event.
- Mascots - The official mascots of this Olympics'.
- Torch - Information about this Olympics' torch.
|Preceded by
Munich 1972
| Succeeded by
Montreal 1976
|Preceded by
Sapporo 1972
|Winter Olympics
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Televisions are in abundance at CES, and they're also the one bit of tech that's in everyone's home. But what is the most important TV of all – your next TV – going to look like?
Four eyes, three dimensions – glasses-free 3D
While 3D can add an extra dimension to your viewing pleasure, having to wear glasses to do it seems a bit last century, doesn't it? There are a handful of sets that don't force you to don specs, but current glasses-free sets need a bit of polishing as restrictions on viewing position can be frustrating.
Nevertheless, Stream TV Networks has stepped up to the challenge with its Ultra-D 2160p TV. It promises glasses-free 3D to rival that of 3D with glasses, and with its SeeCube real-time conversion set-top box it even converts 2D and 3D footage into glasses-free 3D. That should give Antiques Roadshow a bit more punch.
Seeing around corners – curved screens
A different shape of screen may not have been top of most people's TV feature wish list, but in a surprise move both LG and Samsung have shown off TV sets with curved screens at CES 2013. They certainly look a lot more interesting than the usual 'flatties', and first impressions are that the five degree curve makes the them more immersive, especially with 3D. Finally a big TV that will actually fit in a corner.
New Year's resolution – 4K/Ultra HD
This year manufacturers have been less shouty about 3D and the new big trend is bumping up the resolution. 4K or Ultra HD TVs with a resolution of four times 1080p (over 4,000 pixels across – hence 4K) are where it's at. Previously more of a future concept than a realistic addition to your home, manufacturers including Sony have now shown off the first 4K sets that will actually fit in your lounge.
As cutting edge TV tech goes, Sony's 55in XBR-55X900A is expected to be at the more 'affordable' end of the spectrum when it launches in the UK this summer. It is still top-end tech though, so we'd be surprised to see it come in much under £3000. We've seen it in use and it really is a sight to behold, plus its large, exposed speakers promise to bring better sound than the insipid offerings from most flat screen TVs. 4K-mastered Blu-ray discs and 4K on demand content are starting to appear too, so you'll actually have something to watch on your spanky new high-res beast.
Through the looking glass – transparent displays
In the 'just because we could' category sits transparent screen tech. Ok, so you may not want to be able to see through your TV – perhaps you positioned it specifically to hide that yellow patch on the wall. However, transparent screens are out on show too. At the moment it's more of a novelty than a contender for home use, but for augmenting shop displays with overlaid information about products it's just the ticket. Or, if your TV is so big it blocks out the light from the window, this might just solve a problem...
The future's bright – OLED displays
OLED TV is back, and after its debut way back in 2008 is starting to take hold alongside the 4K sets. Showing off its bright, vibrant images on a variety of thin TVs including those lovely curved ones it still holds the promise of a glorious viewing experience. Sony and Panasonic have been dazzling the crowds with their 56in near-4K OLED monsters, but they won't be making it into your home just yet, and the OLED TVs currently on the market are well over the budget for most.
The lighting's on the wall – projectors
Finally, perhaps your new TV won't be a TV at all, but a projector instead. Vivitek has shown off a mini projector that is eminently portable, but can also be used in multiples, with images overlapped to form a much larger picture using a camera for automatic calibration.
Even more radical is the LG Hecto laser projector than can beam an image of up to 100 inches onto a black surface from only 20 inches away. Arriving in the US in March, the price of this innovation is US$10,000.
The price is right
While some of the price tags on show are – as ever – fairly ludicrous, you can be sure that the prices of all this new tech will start tumbling soon enough. In fact Sony's more home-friendly 4K offering is a sign that the next big TV trend could be in your home before you know it. Last year's big news was connected Smart TVs, and lo-and-behold many very affordable TVs come with it baked right in. So stay tuned to Stuff.tv for tests of the best TV tech that hits the market and next year you could be the proud owner of your dream TV.
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Fines and Fees
Parking Services and the University Police Department have the sole authority to issue parking tickets and tow vehicles that are in violations of vehicle regulations on university property.
Parking regulations are strictly enforced in all lots, Monday - Friday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., including breaks and in the summer. Disabled (handicapped), reserved spaces, curb and yellow line parking are enforced 24/7.
Violations which may be ticketed and towed are:
- Non-Registered Vehicle - $30
- Restricted Lot - $30
- Parking in a Reserved Space - $30
- Failure to Properly Display Permit - $30
- Overtime Parking Meter - $30
- Improper Parking - $30
- Parking on Sidewalk or Grass - $30
- Disabled Zone or Ramp - $100
- Unauthorized Use of Permit - $100
- Blocking a Ramp - $30
- Blocking Fire Hydrant - $30
- Parking in a Visitors Only Space - $30
- Blocking Another Vehicle - $30
- Blocking a Loading Dock - $30
- Immobilization Fee - $25
Any account with $125 or more in unpaid parking violations may have their vehicle impounded or immobilized until all fines and fees are paid in full. Parking privileges may be revoked for frequent violators of parking regulations.
Note: If payment is made using unrolled coin, there will be a fee charged for the counting of this money. Unrolled coin will be counted as time permits and staff is available. The fee for counting unrolled coin will be $3 for each $5 of coin counted with a maximum charge of $15.
Note: Obtaining a parking permit contrary to regulations and/or registration procedures is a violation of traffic regulations. The violator may be denied parking privileges and student violators may, in addition, be referred for university judicial action regarding possible violation of the Honor Code.


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Aquafina FlavorSplash zero-calorie sparkling water drinks, enhanced with B vitamins come in 16.9-fl.oz. bottles. Flavors include Color Me Kiwi, Peelin' Good and Berry Loco.


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Because Maurice Jones-Drew can not slip out of the news cycle for more than a few hours, this comes from the Twitter feed of Gene Frenette of the Florida Times-Union:
"If MJD hopes ot have any shot of starting the opener vs. Minnesota -- and that might already be gone -- he must report no later than Saturday."
Fantasy Analysis:
Yeah, I'm pretty sure MJD doesn't really care about any strict deadlines right now, either real or otherwise speculated. He's in one corner, the Jaguars' execs are in the other, and neither side has given any sign of coming together to settle this holdout soon. I'm staying far away from Jones-Drew -- to a point. If he falls into Round 4 or further in a draft, you gotta give it a thought or two. But I am very sold on Rashad Jennings , despite his limited playing time and the fact that he missed all of last season due to a torn ACL. He is the Jags' unquestioned starter and could play on all three downs right now.


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NOBLESVILLE, IN -- Now available in Darlington Farms' Darlington Snacks lineup are its Appleways soft oatmeal bars packaged for convenient handling on vending routes. The 1.2-oz. bars are offered in 18-ct. "caddies," packed four per 72-ct. case.
Appleways soft oatmeal bars come in apple, strawberry and chocolate chip flavors. They meet the widely-accepted "30-10-30" nutritional standard, and have high whole-grain content. The bars appear in the National Automatic Merchandising Association's "Fit Pick" list, and are formulated to please vending patrons in business and industry, college and middle school locations.


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Teaneck Public Library
840 Teaneck Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tel.: (201) 837-4171 | Fax: (201) 837-0410
Former Mayor Votee Led Move For Teaneck Parks
By Madeleine M. Schmidt
Teaneck -- Teaneck's attractive parks, which catch the eye of visitors and Township residents alike, were developed mainly because of the foresight of former Mayor Milton G. Votee.
Votee takes great pride in the Township's picnic and playground facilities. The various parks afford opportunities for ice skating, tennis, baseball, softball, block dancing, community band concerts in the summer, and picnicking, with facilities for cooking outdoors on park fireplaces.
Equally important to the small fry of the town is the complete playground equipment, including slides, swings, merry-go-rounds, jungle gyms, and wading pools. The Recreation Department conducts an extensive summer playground program in the park and play areas.
Votee, now secretary of the Bergen County Sewer Authority, recalls that as chairman of the Planning board, he spoke before the Lower Teaneck Civic Association in the interest of acquiring sites for park development in 1930.
In the audience at the civic group meeting, Votee related, was an intensely interested spectator, who kept interrupting him to ask questions. The chairman tried to hush the interrogator, but Votee said he didn't mind the quizzing. The questioner turned out to be Edward A. Ammann, who donated the Ammann estate for the Township's first park.
This estate, in the southern part of the town, immediately was developed into Ammann Park. The homestead on the property was torn down. The Civilian Conservation Corps, born of the depression period, aided in its creation, the park still retains its rustic character.
Central Park, largest in the system, perhaps commands the most attention, viewed from Queen Anne Road. Its green woodsy expanse of 54 acres begins just north of Route 4, extending to the West Englewood business section.
The amphitheater, where a community band presents weekly concerts during the summer months, stands on a natural elevation, and required slight labor, Votee explained. The pond is used for ice skating in the winter.
Central Park was developed with Federal funds, by W. P. A. labor during the Roosevelt administration, at no cost to the Township, The W. P. A. paid 5 cents a yard for fill dumped into this low-lying swampy land, Votee said. The fill, taken from a sandpit east of Cedar Lane near Teaneck Road, was trucked free of charge, he added.
The entire park cost the Township less than $100,000, the former Mayor said. Since most of the lots were sold at auction for taxes, the Township acquired title to most of the land, and had to buy only a few pieces.
Votee recalled the high-pressure tactics of auctioneers from New York City, who ran special trains a small strip off Newbridge Road, has a historical significance -- Washington's Continental Army marched through this area.
Unique will be Tokaloka Park, east of River Road at Maitland Avenue. This area, where deer have been seen even in recent years, will be preserved in its natural state so residents can observe existing wild life. A pond enhances its beauty. Sixth years ago, deer abounded in this section.
One of the newer parks, dedicated in 1952, is the Maria W. Andreas Memorial Park on River Road at the foot of West Englewood Avenue. Frederick Andreas gave this property, on which the Andreas family had lived for more than half a century, to the town for a memorial park to honor his mother.
Terhune Park, bordering the Hackensack River south the Cedar Lane, is one of the newest, partially-developed sites. The Township took title to this property in 1949. Now it treasures picnic tables and fireplaces for outdoor cooking, overlooking the river.
Route 4, marginal strip parks were acquired as protective strips to prevent the erection of gas businesses, which flourish along the highway in most other County municipalities.
Votee, as Planning Board chairman, led the fight to keep route 4 from being zoned for business in Teaneck. His most inveterate opponent in this battle was William Sample, whose farm was cut in half by the construction of the highway.
Years later, Votee recounts, a visitor appeared at his home at 95 Park Avenue. It was Sample, who had since moved to New York State. He explained that he had just stopped by to tell Votee he realized the wisdom of the former Mayor in his campaign to keep Route 4 a residential area.


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description: February 9, 2012—"This doesn't look good," says National Geographic Young Explorer Shayna Liberman. Young rivals are menacing a wild gelada monkey patriarch in Ethiopia, eager for control of his females and offspring. Hours pass, blood spills, and power changes hands.

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Shayna Liberman (VOC)
“Good morning from Simien Mountain
National Park. It's about seven forty five
in the morning and the geladas have
just woken up”
Shayna (VO)
This is a typical gelada family. We call the leader Igor and surrounding him are some of his females and infants.
Shayna (VO)
Igor is always on guard to drive off competition
from bachelor enemies.
Shayna (VO) with a smile
Looks like Igor is showing the younger bachelors he’s still got it.
Shayna (VO)
Here are four determined bachelors.
This doesn’t look good.
Shayna (VOC)
Igor is back to help protect the unit.
But Igor is badly injured from another
takeover attempt. There is a hole straight
through his hand.
Shayna (VOC)
They are getting hit from all sides.
And now they are cornered.
Shayna (VOC)
Its head to head!
Shayna (VO)
After hours of fighting the struggle is over. Igor has
disappeared after sustaining multiple injuries and a new young bachelor male has taken over his place. Months later Igor came back alive and well. One day he might be able to reclaim his females, but for now it’s the bachelor life.


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High School Arsonist Sentenced
A man who admitted setting a pair of fires -- inside San Juan High School, in Southeastern Utah -- will spend up to 15 years in prison.
Deven White, 19, has been sentenced this week, on arson and burglary charges.
He was also ordered to pay $1-million in restitution.
Blanding police say White, and a 23 year old accomplice, broke into the school twice, to start fires.
Christopher Stolzer has been found incompetent to stand trial, and is at the Utah State Hospital.


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you guys should quit posting on here, paint for 2 years, and then come back
some of you have spirit but i'm not seeing any skill in here, thats something you guys are going to pick up by getting off the computer and getting out there...
you guys should quit posting on here, paint for 2 years, and then come back
some of you have spirit but i'm not seeing any skill in here, thats something you guys are going to pick up by getting off the computer and getting out there...
Ned Cocks
ned cocks hahaha
if anybody from stL, hit me up if u got a myspace. including u calo and kila.
For everybody else:
I'm thinking almost the same thing as aeSOP, was to get everybody together. Like find a spot to meet up, paint, and trade shit. Put up posters and stickers around popular areas in the stL like, Delmar, South county, North county, basically everywhere to spread word. Talk on the forms of were its at etc. etc.
Look, I know about the beef and shit already. LD are old cats now so i don't think thats to worry about but for all else. Violence will not be tolerated or the person or people will be kicked out of the event. I was thinking of maybe late August or something related. Hay, if u look at beef in like LA, Boston, Chicago etc. St. Louis isn't all that bad. I know cats that maybe were beat the shit out of but not killed. LA theres some writers that will shoot you if u diss them, thats all im saying.
close this thread.
everyone needs to quit with this little " mini local paint louis without beef or violence" bullshit. "hey guys, lets bring everyone that has beef together at the same time!"
No. Just bomb a fucking lot and hope you run into people if you wanna meet them so bad. Posting flyers where all the stl writers should be ? thats one of the worst ideas ive heard in a long while. I aint tryna talk shit on you or aesop, but seriously.
And yeah mod, he's from st.louis.
I'll die before my name does.
i know atleast 2 writers in STL that will be quick to put 2 in ya for fuckin around. especially if its been an ongoing beef. I know most arent but thats for now. I'll gaurendamntee if the beefin bullshiit keeps up wit everybody against everybody else its only a matter of time before a few writers go missin.
if you dont like get ya pistol ready derty
its time to kill yourself right bout now
i use myspace to meet up other hardcore bombers and put up stickers on the loop
i wish i was from toronto. now theres a thread with some heart
I go through STL almost every couple of months (there last weekend)...never see any new shit...the floodwall's even worse, ocacional dope shit...and ed box/ who is puttin in some interesting shit around....what happened to its golden days?.......keep it up STL
In the beginning, God created thug mansion and the earth
(Genesis 1:1)
Because I came down from thug mansion, not to do my own will but the will of him that sent me. (John 6:38)
fula, get at the homie k-nasty, when ur in town. i;m almost positive u guys painted before. the stl hay-days are over, its a sad thing
WTFs with all this CTO crap all over south city? Atleast learn some fundementals b4 you take to the streets. Shits so bad makes me wanna buff it.
how often does the scenery change on the metrolink lines? rode it for the first time last night and im lovin it..ynot must be a busy man lately
it really doesnt change that much at all man....as far as ive heard it gets buffed pretty quickly and the stuff thats been running has been for awhile. recently someone got caught bombing along the metrolink and the workers caught his ass but told him to get the fuck out or theyll call the cops.
I'll die before my name does.


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Tilman Riemenschneider
Tilman Riemenschneider
German, 1460-1531
Pietà, ca. 1515-1525
Linden wood
45.7 x 38.1 x 13.2 cm (18 x 15 x 5 3/16 inches)
Museum Works of Art Fund 59.128
A familiar subject in German Renaissance sculpture, the Pietà inspired devout Christians through its emotional intensity. In this finely carved example of Tilman Riemenschneider's late work, light flickers across the intricately looped drapery of the Virgin as she mourns the naked, broken body of Christ. The artist varied the more typical representation of this subject by placing Christ's body on the ground rather than on the lap of the Virgin. This subtle shift, which connects Christ to the earth, highlights his humanity over his divinity. Although Riemenschneider maintained a large workshop in the northern Bavarian town of Würzburg, this small sculpture appears to have been carved by his own hand, possibly to be used as a model for a large-scale sculpture.


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Welcome to fall 2012! Leaves are changing, the schoolwork has only just started to pile up, and the dining halls have already rolled out the pumpkin pie. Moreover, 'tis the season to plan ahead. Consider this:
Imagine you're a professor opening up your email. You start daydreaming about how you have more papers to grade than dollars of U.S. debt. Suddenly, you click on an email from one of your students: "Urgent: Recommendation Letter due Tomorrow."
Talk about nightmare and a half. So, why not start thinking about jobs, internships, and graduate school now? "I wish I did" will be "Thank mercy, I already did!" Here's five steps to get you off to a productive start.
Step 1: Find your big picture direction, find your groove. What makes you tick? What are your strengths? Are there specific issues that you want to see resolved by the time you're 40? What can you do to achieve this? Do some self-searching here or here. Find your big picture direction through programs like Breakout Trips, Princeternships, or study abroad!
Step 2: Research jobs, internships, and fellowships now. That's it, click on TigerTracks, go to UCAN, and attend info sessions and career fairs. Easier said than done? Here's a secret: Google Calendar. I cannot stress this enough. Pencil in important dates, and you'll get pop-ups to remind you the day before something is due, or ten minutes before an info session.
Step 3: Refine your resume. If you're writing your resume go to Career Service's page here. If you're refining it, WetFeet gives you the insider tips here. And if you're tired of spending your Saturday nights alone, sleepless, and toiling over your "Experience" section, save your loneliness for your love life and sign up to meet with a career counselor here. An extra pair of eyes will help you get a lot done in a short amount of time. More importantly, your social life will thank you.
Step 4: Fill in the missing pieces. You're president of every student group on campus. But have you engaged in service? If not go here. You've taken Chinese for three years, but have you traveled abroad? If not, check this and this out. You've had a steady summer job—but have you held a job that will provide you with a professional recommendation? Go here. You're doing great in your major, but have you applied for awards that will show your credibility? Just think: your marketability is like a Monet jigsaw puzzle—you might look great with the pieces you have, but a complete picture will look even better to employers and application boards.
Step 5: Relax! You're almost there. And then check out some interview tips while you're at it. To stay "chill" in the interview, get some practice. Career Services offers mock interviews. Come with your resume and a description of the jobs you may be interested in.


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I once held F. Scott Fitzgerald's battered leather briefcase in my trembling hands. "Most libraries are showrooms. This place is a mess. This is my workroom," said Dr. Matthew J. Bruccoli. It was the spring of 2005 and the preeminent F. Scott Fitzgerald scholar and collector was giving me a guided tour at the University of South [Read More…]
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating certain 2010 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan models for a possible wheel-stud failure. According to Reuters, a total of 317,315 of the mid-sized sedans are being investigated for a default that causes the vehicles' wheel studs to fracture and break over time. This can cause a wheel to detach itself, potentially leading to a serious accident. So far, there have been 29 complaints and 128 warranty claims associated with fractured st
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SIGNAL HILL - After-school care would be available for parents of kindergarten students if the City Council approves a proposal under consideration tonight.
Several parents of kindergarten students at the city's two elementary schools, Alvarado and Signal Hill, requested the service, according to city staff.
Officials are proposing an expansion of the city's regular after-school care program for elementary students. The kindergarten portion would begin 90 minutes earlier than the regular 3 p.m. after-school care start time.
The proposed program will cost $30 a week for residents and $35 a week for nonresidents to cover staff, according to the council staff report.
Enrollment for the proposed program would be limited to 15 students, but that number would meet the need requested by parents, the staff report said.
Pilar Alcivar-McCoy, director of community services, recommends the council approve the resolution, the staff report said. The city's regular after-school program is from 3 to 6 p.m. and has a $20 registration fee.
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When Kim Jong-Il died Saturday he was on a train finishing up one of his frequent "field guidance tours," which are famous on the internet for the surreal photos they produced of Kim looking at everyday objects. Here are photos taken during the last stop on Kim's last tour, about two days before his death.
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We recently had the opportunity to meet with Woman's Day magazine to talk all things Sharpie. You probably think we went to push product in their faces, but that's not entirely true. I'm not going to lie to you – Yes, there was some product in there but truly that was not the focus. The purpose was to showcase the amazing things that people are creating with our little ol' markers, pens and highlighters. We brought in pictures of drawings and designs by both professional and amateur artists as proof and received an incredible response! Woman's Day eagerly asked to reach out to some of the "masterminds" behind such great work and we were more than happy to help.
On WomansDay.com, 10 Sharpie artists are showcased in Awesome Artwork Made with Sharpies, with a message to "Get inspired to draw outside the lines with these 10 marker masterpieces." You can check out the full post HERE.
Wait a minute….Featured on Woman's Day!? How great is that! Sure, sure…"Sharpie on Woman's Day" is cool and all, but I'm actually referring to how awesome an opportunity this is for the artists! The fact that these are real people like you and me is what makes this so special. You see, all of the artists showcased have been featured right here on the Sharpie blog or simply have submitted their own work to the Sharpie Uncapped gallery. Who knew an opportunity like this could rise from posting a picture of something cool that you drew?
Sharpie is all about Self-Expression - Uncapping what's inside of you and making your mark on anything and everything, in whatever way you feel. Sharpie has become what it is because of the people who use it. Do you really think that the inventor of Sharpie thought to himself, "I'm going to come up with a marker that I can use to label my underwear, design a clothing line, get Will Ferrell's autograph, and most importantly to customize my $250,000.00 car – I don't think so… But YOU did! You did come up with the "Who, What, Where, How, Why, & When" that is Sharpie.
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Link: View CBS video of Maurice Meyers and Kyle Leahy on "The Price is Right"
REDLANDS -- Grandfather Maurice Meyers had no idea that attending a taping of "The Price is Right" in September with his grandson would have him coming out as a Double Showcase Winner.
The Redlands resident was invited to attend the taping at the request of his grandson, Kyle Leahy of Simi Valley, that was themed around saluting grandparents.
Partnered, Leahy and Meyers became the first contestants to be called up to "Contestants Row," and the first to meet host Drew Carey on the main stage.
Leahy had been a fan of the CBS game show for several years, but Meyers - not so much.
But prior to attending the taping, Meyers took a crash course on the show, watching a few episodes before the Sept. 5 taping.
"I never bothered with it, but it was `Grandparents' Day' and my grandson Kyle called and said, `Poppa, would you like to do `The Price is Right' with me?' And whenever Kyle calls, I usually respond with a `Sure. Absolutely. Now, what do I wear?'," Meyers said.
Meyers, along with his wife, Ellie, and daughter Nancy attended the taping.
Once they arrived at the studio, they were ushered into Disneyland-like lines waiting to speak with show producers, Meyers said.
Inside, they were interviewed by show producers and ushered into the studio.
The foursome were located way in the back of the studio. Never did the duo think they would be center stage minutes later.
"When we were called first, I told Kyle, `You know the prices better than I.' I'm guessing the prices and I'm way off, so I told Kyle that this was his baby," Meyers said. "I'll just go and have fun."
The first game, after correctly guessing the closest price of a digital camera while on Contestants Row, was "The Bargain Price" game where both men had to determine which was the better price given for two trips - one to New Orleans and the other to New Mexico.
They won.
The next step was spinning the wheel to see which team would take one of two spots during the Showcase Showdown portion of the game.
The duo spun 85, which secured a seat in the final game.
A few minutes later, they stood behind a podium waiting for Carey to announce what items they would be able to bid on during the showdown.
After Carey announced the first set of prizes, both Meyers and Leahy passed to the other contestants, who made their bid.
The second showcase included a new car, a cruise, a trip to Las Vegas and a karaoke machine. That was a bit more enticing for the two.
"We had two prices (in mind), and this was the only time I contributed," Meyers said. "Kyle asked me, `Poppa, What do you think?' I told him I liked the first price better."
After Carey announced the correct price for the showcase Meyers and Leahy bid on, they discovered their guess was within $250 of the actual retail price. That meant the two won both showcases, and double the prizes.
"It was incredible. It was absolutely incredible," Meyers said. "Nancy and Ellie were in the back jumping up and down, and Ellie said later her hands were so sore."
Meyers said that everyone in the section where they were seated was cheering the duo on - giving high-fives to his wife and daughter each time they were on stage.
The episode featuring Meyers and Leahy aired Dec. 5, but the two are still determining who will get what.
Meyers already knows that his grandson will get the new car they had won, which will replace his "old, beat-up truck," he said.
"The car is a great prize," Leahy said, adding that the taping went by fast. "We went to Contestants Row and the next thing we're on stage. It happened very quickly."
Meyers and Leahy will take the trips they won separately. Leahy will go with his girlfriend, while Meyers will travel with his wife.
Either way, the two enjoyed their time on the show.
"It was more than exciting," Leahy said. "It was unbelievable actually."
Those who wish to view the episode can do so online at www.cbs.com/thepriceisright
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Dan Lloyd managed to catch up with Brad Pickett ahead of his flyweight debut in London. Brad talks about the weight cut, motivations to move to 125lbs, and getting the title:
YourMMA.tv: And thats not the only special occasion here! This will be your very first fight at 125lbs in the flyweight division. Last time we spoke you seemed sure that you wanted to stay at 135lbs. What has changed since then?
Brad Pickett: Well I kind of ran out of fights at bantamweight that would have given me a clear path to the title. If I had beaten Michael McDonald I would have probably had my title shot, but I didnt. I want to be number one, Im not just happy being in the UFC making up the numbers. I need challenges, I need motivation to better myself.
I wasnt the biggest bantamweight. I wasnt the smallest either, but I definitely wasnt the biggest, so I had a chat to my coaches and people close to me. They all thought I could make the weight and I dont want to finish my career and think shoulda, woulda, coulda. I want to be able to say Ive done everything in my power to be number one in the world. If I lose to Ian McCall, Ill probably go back up to bantamweight. Flyweight is tough to make for me, but as of right now, Im on course.


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In the Qur'an, Almighty Allah revealed His infinite might, the mightiness and superiority of His rank, the severity and the vastness of the torment He has laid out for those who are against Him in great detail. A person must think about the greatness, size and infinity of the torment with which our Lord threatens us –the torment of Hell. As a result of this, fear of Allah would be formed in his heart naturally. This fear ensures that believers abide by the commands and prohibitions of Almighty Allah. In the Qur'an, fear of Allah manifested in believers is explained with an erudite example in order to define how strong this fear is. It is revealed in the verse as such:
Then your hearts became hardened after that, so they were like rocks or even harder still. There are some rocks from which rivers gush out, and others which split open and water pours out, and others which crash down from fear of Allah. Allah is not unaware of what you do. (Surat al-Baqara, 74)
In the Qur'an, Almighty Allah emphasizes the feelings, moods and severity of the fear of believers who fear Him with the words "rocks which crash down", in order to distinguish the fear of Allah explained in the verse from other worldly fears. Truly, a believer's fear of Allah is a aform of fear that is full of awe that resembles no other. This fear is not a type of fear that gives trouble and torment to people like other fears do. On the contrary, it is a fear that reminds the person of his servitude and weakness; that opens up his mind and broadens his consciousness and that in turn leads him to a very superior state of morality. This fear is a fear that increases a believer's aspiration for the Hereafter and awakens his feelings of hope and enthusiasm. Fear of Allah is a truly noble feeling that increases a believer's closeness to and love of Allah and that gives great moral pleasure to him.


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Tribe gear hot and getting hotter
(Cleveland) - With the Indians playing better than .500 ball and the playoffs looming, Tribe merchandise is a hot seller. Sales are up 42% over last season.
Indians spokesman Curtis Danburg says player associated goods are flying out the doors at team shops.
The big sellers are #1 Nick Swisher, followed by Michael Brantley, and Michael Bourne. Danburg tells Newsradio WTAM 1100 sales have been strong all season but they have seen a big jump the last few weeks of the season.
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Danburg says not to worry when play time begins because they have plenty merchandise on hand and don't expect to run out.
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Woman charged with drunken driving in crash that closed New London street
New London – A city woman was charged with drunken driving after she crashed her car into a utility pole late Monday, closing a portion of Colman Street for several hours, police said.
Rosa Garcia, 37, of 53 Raymond St., Unit 1, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and failure to drive right. She was held on $1,000 bond.
Police said Garcia lost control of her vehicle while traveling southbound on Colman Street and struck a utility pole at the intersection with Cedar Grove Avenue. She was not hurt in the crash, but the pole was snapped and utility crews were called to the scene. Colman Street between Broad Street and Jefferson Avenue was closed for several hours.
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Work out during the day, get a job, do something that will make you tired and you'll fall asleep for sure that night. Smoking weed always helped me fall asleep I quit just recently though.
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This time around, the tight end was filmed performing wrestling moves at a Vegas nightclub while sporting a cast on his twice-surgically repaired forearm, which was broken in two different places during the 2012 season and required surgery. It also ended his season. (photo: WBUR, Flickr)
With that, former Patriots star defender Willie McGinest thinks it's time one of the team's on-field leaders had a serious chat with Gronk.
"The only guy on that offense that could probably say anything is Tom (Brady)," McGinest told the Boston Herald Friday. "He has the years in. Or maybe Wes (Welker). ... Gronk's young. It would have to be an elder statesman like Vince (Wilfork) or Tom (to speak up). Someone who's been there for a while. But Tom might be the one. I'm sure someone will have a word with him."
McGinest said that while "certain people handle things differently," there's no excuse for unnecessarily putting his already injured body part in harms way.
"I don't think he should be out doing wrestling moves," McGinest said. "It doesn't make sense especially if you're in a cast still healing. He's a vital part of that offense; they need him.
"They're paying him a lot of money. He can't put himself in certain situations where he can possibly hurt himself. He has to be careful. He has to be smarter than that."
About 99 percent of what Gronkowski does is awesome. But one percent of the time, he pushes it a tad too far. And that one percent sticks out like a sore forearm.
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STAMFORD, CT -- Crane Co. announced that sales at its Crane Merchandising Systems division increased $21.46 million, or 28%, in the third quarter of 2011. Sales for the quarter were $98.8 million, compared with $77.2 million for the same period in 2010.
Crane reported that the merchandising segment, which makes vending machines and allied technologies, had a $10.8 million operating profit and 11% profit margin, compared with $6.3 million and 8.1%, respectively, in 2010's third quarter. Crane attributed the division's 137% increase in operating profit to higher sales and continued improvements in operating efficiency.
Merchandising Systems is one of five enterprises held by Stamford, CT-based Crane Co. Aerospace & Electronics, Controls, Engineering Materials and Fluid Handling, the largest, with net sales of $1.02 billion in 2010, round out the 155-year-old industrial concern's varied segments, which together generated $2.2 billion in net sales in 2010.
Companywide, Crane's sales revenue came in at $659 million for the third quarter, a 27% increase over the comparable period of 2010. Third-quarter 2011 earnings per diluted share increased 27% to 89¢, compared with 70¢ in the prior third quarter. Operating profit for the quarter increased 31% to $82.1 million, compared with $62.9 million in the third quarter of 2010, and operating profit margin increased to 12.5%, compared with 11.2% in the third quarter of 2010.
"I am pleased with our results as we continue to have a successful year. We have registered double-digit core growth in each quarter thus far in 2011, driven by recovering end markets and solid execution," said Crane Co. president and chief executive officer Eric C. Fast. "Although there are indications of a slowing global economy, our strengthened portfolio of businesses and broad geographic exposure position us well for profitable growth."
Full-year 2011 EPS is expected to be in a range of $3.35 to $3.45 per diluted share, reflecting an increase of 5¢ to the lower end of the company's prior guidance range.
Headquartered in St. Louis, with machine production based in Williston, SC, Crane Merchandising Systems is composed of two segments that integrate vending machines, management software and payment systems.
Crane Vending Solutions manufactures vending machines under the brands National Vendors, Dixie-Narco, Automatic Products, GPL and Stentorfield. The vending segment also includes Streamware, a business that develops and markets management software.
In July, Crane Payment Solutions became a division company name. Following this transition, the names of the group's separate companies -- CashCode, Money Controls, NRI and Telequip -- turned into brand names. Payment Solutions was formed by several acquisitions: Money Controls in 2010, CashCode and Telequip in 2006, and National Rejectors Inc. GmbH (NRI) in 1985. Crane Payment Solutions has offices in North and South America, Europe, Australia, Asia and Africa and provides payment systems to more than 75 countries.


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Hi guys,
Just a quick question.
When using Meterpreter and entering the 'ls' command, I get the files and directories displayed correctly in full. However, if I want to change directories, upload or download any files, I have to enter the truncated equivalent
Test Document.doc would be Testdo~1.doc.
Is there a way to turn this option off or is it simply how Meterpreter works?
Appreciate any feedback =)
A third party security audit is the IT equivalent of a colonoscopy. It's long, intrusive, very uncomfortable, and when it's done, you'll have seen things you really didn't want to see, and you'll never forget that you've had one.
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Schoenrock adapting well to pro game
Padres' 11th-round pick tosses six one-hit innings, fans seven
By Jonathan Raymond / MiLB.com | July 12, 2013 8:18 PM ET
Erik Schoenrock said he wasn't much of a ground-ball pitcher in college, but it's a tendency he's picked up through his first few professional starts and it's helped him script a pretty successful opening act.
Schoenrock showed Friday just how dominant he's been, allowing one hit and issuing one walk while striking out seven over six innings as short-season Eugene blanked Everett, 8-0.
"I was able to throw all three of my pitches for strikes, kind of whenever I wanted to, and that's when I'm going good, when I can throw all three for strikes," the 21-year-old left-hander said. "I was working ahead, using my defense behind me and getting ground balls."
Schoenrock, who said he throws a two-seam fastball, a changeup and a curve, induced eight ground-ball outs while recording three through the air. In six Northwest League starts, he's recorded 2.47 outs on the ground for every one made in the air.
"Especially since I got here, I got them a little bit in college, but here there have been a lot of ground balls, and we have a turf field, so it's good to get ground balls, the hops are truer," he said. "I'd say I'm turning into [a ground-ball pitcher], looking at my numbers so far. Hopefully, that continues."
In addition to grounders, he's striking out a few more batters than he did in his final season at the University of Memphis. He had a 2.51 ERA with 85 punchouts against 25 walks over 96 2/3 innings with the Tigers. That gave him a rate of 7.91 strikeouts per nine innings.
After Friday's outing, the Tennessee native ranks fourth in the league with a 2.15 ERA in 29 1/3 frames. He's also tied for second with 28 strikeouts or 8.59 per nine innings.
Schoenrock, selected by the Padres in the 11th round of last month's Draft, said he felt his velocity was a little more potent than it was in college, something he attributed to throwing every day and being able to focus on workouts in a way he couldn't do as an amateur.
"In college, I was pretty much sitting 86-89 [mph], touching 90s, but tonight I think I was like 89-90, touching 91 and maybe even a couple 92s," he said. "I guess a little of it is my arm's gotten stronger -- there are no off days -- and a combination of a lot of things that help the velocity. But I'm more worried about getting the movement, being down in the zone."
Schoenrock admitted that things have gone about as well as he could have hoped.
"I love it here. Pro baseball is everything I thought it would be and more. I'm just happy to be with the Padres, here with the Emeralds -- it's a great city and I'm enjoying it so far," he said. "This is what I wanted to do from a young age and now I'm living it, trying to enjoy every day of it. It's been awesome.
Ronnie Richardson led the Emeralds offensively, going 2-for-4 with a three-run homer, his second of the season. Anthony Torres also had two hits, including a two-run double.
Jonathan Raymond is a contributor to MiLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.View More


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Join expedition leaders, Dr. Margaret N. (Peg) Rees and Sharon K. Schafer for an entertaining and educational multimedia presentation to learn more about Explore the Galapagos - A UNLV Natural History and Photographic Adventure.
Spend two days exploring the history, art & architecture of Old Town Quito, plus 11 days on a privately-chartered catamaran cruising the Galapagos Islands. The Galapagos Islands are a small, rocky archipelago 500 miles off the coast of Ecuador. Isolated from the mainland for millions of years, the islands are home to an abundance of unique wildlife. Cruise to pristine islands and walk among colonies of animals and birds unfazed by your presence. Observe magnificent Galapagos marine iguana, experience up-close encounters with nesting flightless cormorants, watch the magnificent frigate bird, and blue footed boobies in their courtship display, and snorkel amid tropical fish, sea turtles, sea lions, and penguins.


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Here at Flemington it's time to smell the roses and that unique aroma of celebrity as the Birdcage fills for Derby Day.
The media throng has taken over the Swisse marquee waiting for superstar guest Nicole Kidman to arrive and her PR minder Wendy Day says her outfit will be "sustainable" to reflect the "sustainable rainforest" marquee. Word has arrived that La Kidman will be wearing a NK L'Wren Scott dress and Stephen Jones hat.
A crowd is waiting outside the marquee to spot the Hollywood actor, who flew in from France for 24 hours to make her Birdcage appearance.
She has arrived looking like the star of My Fair Lady and posing with the Cup.
At Emirates, plush Irish plaid carpet is a comfy welcome in the Dublin-themed marquee for guests Ronan Keating and Channel Nine actor Gary Sweet, who's celebrating the success of House Husbands with a pint of Guinness.
Comedian Hamish Blake says he has the scoop of the day in the Myer marquee, claiming he's the new ambassador to replace Kris Smith.
"I'm getting a crazy vibe," Blake said. "Kris Smith doesn't know. It's the unspoken gossip of the tent."
Others making themselves comfortable are Derryn Hinch, wife Chanel and the Human Headline's bearded friend Peter Janson. That's captain Janson, aficionado of the smoking jacket.
The neon-coloured Lavazza marquee is awaiting the arrival of suntanned fashion designer Roberto Cavalli, who loves the fillies with two legs but prefers them without hats, a sight he will have to endure at our famous hat festival.
Sunglasses will help block out the glare for the 71-year-old party animal who can easily beat the youngies in the endurance challenge. An espresso will provide a shot of energy to keep the party going.
Chef Neil Perry is keeping guests in the three-storey Lexus Design Pavilion nourished and the first floor restaurant has tables set by Simon Denton's cool Japanese restaurant Izakaya Den.
To the tune of Hey Big Spender, Roberto Cavalli, the 71-year-old Italian stallion arrived in the Lavazza marquee to deafening applause.
"I love it," he said. "I didn't expect to arrive to so much attention and love."
Then the spirited designer with glued-on sunglasses delivered a stand-up comedy routine, saying: "I'm quite a shy man."
That was news to the women who had their hands kissed by the Florentine upon his arrival.
And in a shock to our globally recognized hat festival, Cavalli said: "As a designer, I don't love hats but today is a special day."
He came prepared to block out any unwanted visuals by wearing his sunglasses. Apparently he does take them off - at bedtime.


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EL SEGUNDO -- Before settling into his seat in front of a horde of microphones, Kobe Bryant entered the Lakers' media room on a scooter.
It personified his progress as he's progressed from a season-ending torn left Achilles. Nearly 2 1/2 weeks have passed since suffering what he called a "sneaky injury" which dashed the Lakers' championship fortunes.
Since then, Bryant has gone from wearing crutches to nursing a walking boot. On Wednesday, Bryant had stitches removed from his left ankle. And he sounded optimistic he could return for the Lakers' season opener in late October.
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"I don't feel any pain," he said. "There's a tendency to forget sometimes that you have an injury. I stand up and I go to put weight on it and I catch myself."
The Lakers expect Bryant to stay immobilized for at least two more weeks and estimate Bryant will return within six to nine months. Bryant even believes he can travel to China for the Lakers' pair of preseason games in mid-October, but he's skeptical he could play.
As far as duplicating the 27.3 points he averaged this past season as the NBA's third leading scorer? Bryant didn't sound concerned.
"The worst case is what, I lose some of my athleticism and I lose some speed," Bryant said. "I see a lot of guys that are not athletic and don't have speed that are still pretty damn good. And I think I'm a little better than them. So I think I can adjust."
Assuming he receives his wish that Dwight Howard and Pau Gasol remain on the Lakers' roster, Bryant also sounded optimistic on the big picture.
"We could win a championship, for sure," he said.
Uncertainty lingers, though.
The Lakers won't waive Bryant's $30.5 million contract for the 2013-14 season. Hence that's why Bryant joked, "I enjoy that kind of chatter." But he sounded unsure whether he will retire after next season.
"I don't know," Bryant said. "My Achilles kind of threw me a curveball."
Bryant suffered the injury in the Lakers' April 12 victory over the Golden State Warriors, when he slipped on the floor after driving past Harrison Barnes at the top of the key. Bryant stood up to make two late-game free throws on one foot before limping off the court. There were plenty of critics who blamed Lakers coach Mike D'Antoni for playing Bryant an average of 45.6 minutes per game in the last seven contests before his injury.
Would Bryant blame the injury on minutes or just bad luck?
"It's probably a combination of both," he said. "But those are choices we had to make. It was unfortunate we had to make that kind of push to get into the playoffs, but we did."
Bryant believed D'Antoni doesn't deserve the heat, though.
"You think Mike's really going to tell me to go in and out of the game?" Bryant said. "You guys really can't ride Mike too hard about this. Magic (Johnson) used to check himself into games, too. MJ (Michael Jordan) used to check himself into games. I'm just following them. I used to do the same thing with Phil (Jackson)."
Bryant later stood by his locker on crutches with tears in his eyes and expressing frustration with his injury. He expressed similar sentiments on his Facebook page. In both instances, Bryant vowed he'd overcome the challenge.
"I had a chance to get it off my chest," Bryant said. "But then you reach the point where you say, 'Ok, I gotta be resilient. this thing isn't going to beat me.' "
Still, Bryant has had to adjust.
In Bryant's first 10 days of rehab, he confined himself to staying in bed and going to the bathroom. Beyond rehab, his daily routine mostly involves watching movies and TV shows such as "Modern Family" and "Game of Thrones."
But as Bryant hobbled to the bench in the waning minutes of the Lakers' Game 4 loss Sunday to San Antonio, two thoughts entered his mind. He joked he didn't want to trip because he'd "look like the biggest chump." Once he heard the endless cheers, Bryant said he felt determined to give those fans more reason to keep that volume level high.
"They believe in me and I take that and I wear that with a badge of honor not to disappoint them," Bryant said. "I want to show them that we can rise up again." Twitter.com/MarkG_Medina


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I was checking my Stumble Upon recommendations and there was a link to a blog article that displayed Calvin Nicholls' artwork; I checked it out, and was blown away at the amazing sculptures that he creates out of paper. Who knew that paper could be so amazing?! I certainly didn't. That page alone wasn't enough to share with you so I searched to see if he had a site dedicated to showcasing his work, and was in luck that there was! That made me very excited because I very much wanted to share it with all of you!
Navigation is simple. Just use the navigational categories near the top of the page. As you mouse over each of the categories you'll discover drop down menu items that you click to explore that section. The categories are:
Paper Sculpture Galleries – this is the heart of the site in my opinion, but at the very least it is what I came to see. These amazing paper sculptures are divided between four galleries. After selecting a gallery to view, you have two ways to check it out: you can click the play button and watch the slide show, or you can click on "thumbnails" and browse it that way. If you spot one you want to see bigger, just click it! I am just amazed at what he can create out of paper!
Paper Sculpture Prints – this is where there are prints that you can buy, but that's not why I'm mentioning it in my review. You can also see sculptures that weren't featured in the gallery section – there is an amazing polar bear in the Limited Edition section. This is also setup with the same navigation style as the galleries, you can pick between the slideshow or thumbnail view.
Design PortFolio – here you can learn about where Calvin Nicholls went to school what and what sort of other design work he does. There are some nifty pieces in this section: print ads, display models, and more.
About Me – here you discover his method to creating these amazing paper sculptures, as well as check out the awards he has won for them!
I hope you will enjoy this gallery as much as I did. Check it out today!
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Well done..Excellent report..
I had seen something like that, when testing bt5, since I use BT4 r2 installed in my 2 laptops, but the report from Carbon6 is excellent comparison.
In my case, I always use BT4 when it comes to audit wifi scenarios ( wifizoo, surfjack, and some other packages)
I'm using BT5 r2 for testing and evaluation. I'm debianist and I have many of these packages installed in Debian testing (metasploit, SET, nmap latest version, sslstrip latest version, apache2, sslsniff latest version, dsniff, wireshark, ettercap, jtr, bkhive, samdump2, etc, many of them from repos).
In the mean time, I keep testing BT5 as much as I can.
Keep testing and debugging BT5....It is very important.


text: OverviewBack to top Jovial Foods - Organic Whole Grain Linguine Pasta - 12 oz. Item# :124174UPC# :815421011111 Brand:Jovial Foods Size/Form:12 oz. Ship Weight:0.80 Jovial Foods - Organic Whole Grain Linguine Pasta - 12 oz. (340g) Jovial Foods Organic Whole Grain Linguine Pasta is a delicious foundation to a nutritious and enjoyable meal. Although Whole Grain Einkorn is a healthy source of dietary fiber, it does not have a grainy or gritty texture. Packed with protein, B vitamins and minerals, it will leave you feeling very satisfied. Our pasta is masterly crafted in Italy by expert pasta artisans, who only enhance the inherent goodness of this most ancient grain. PACKED WITH NUTRITION High in Thiamin, essential dietary and trace minerals Good source of protein, dietary fiber and B Vitamins. One 2oz. serving contains as much of the antioxidant Lutein as a whole egg. Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) twice that of whole durum wheat pasta. SUSTAINABLY PACKAGED They care about their products from the seed all the way to the package. Jovial Whole Grain Einkorn is packaged in a carton made from 80% recycled cardboard and is 100% recyclable. The window is certified 100% compostable, made from FSC certified wood pulp. Einkorn Genetics The natural genetics of wheat are more complicated than that of most other plants. Wheat was transformed over a period of 10,000 years by hybridization in the wild and in the field and by the constant natural selection of preferred seeds by farmers. Achieving high levels of gluten in modern hybrids became a goal for plant breeders over the last century. Wheat is a unique grain because it contains gluten, which gives dough the ability to rise better when leavened. Many individuals are unable to digest gluten and so modern wheat varieties with higher levels of gluten have naturally increased the incidence of wheat intolerance. Einkorn has always remained the purest form of wheat. Like einkorn, most plants are diploids, which mean they have one set of chromosomes from a male parent and one from the female parent. When other species of wheat were created, additional sets of chromosomes were added. Emmer wheat was created roughly 2,000 years after einkorn by the hybridization of two wild grasses adding two sets of chromosomes. Kamut™and Durum Wheat are descendants of Emmer. Spelt was the first wheat hybridization that occurred with the help of man between cultivated emmer and a wild grass, creating a species with six sets of chromosomes. Common bread wheat descended from spelt. Genetic modification (GMO) is a major source of heated debate because it incorporates genes from other organisms in plants. Genetically modified wheat is currently not grown anywhere in the world. Wheat Intolerance Einkorn is the most exciting new ancient grain to be offered on a national retail level. Einkorn is genetically pure, exceptionally nutritious and surprisingly delicious. It is the healthiest form of wheat because it has never been hybridized. Einkorn is a perfect choice as a nutritious and unique alternative grain for those seeking a healthy option to modern wheat. Though there are some initial in-vitro studies that indicate einkorn is suspected to be less toxic than other species of wheat, Celiac Patients should not consume einkorn products until further clinical studies are completed and their findings are evaluated by the FDA. If you are a Celiac Patient, be aware that- Einkorn is a species of wheat and does contain gluten. Clinical studies that have been performed to date have been in vitro only. Celiac patients should not consume einkorn products until further clinical studies are completed and their findings are evaluated by the FDA. Jovial has also developed the most authentic tasting gluten free products for individuals with Celiac Disease so everyone can enjoy great, wholesome food from a trusted source. First EverGuaranteed When you see the First Ever trademark, it is their guarantee to you that they are providing the purest and most thoughtfully produced Einkorn product possible. Seeds and supply are virtually unavailable, so they have had to take care of growing the grain to fulfill their needs. Einkorn is also a very low yield crop, producing less than half the harvest of common wheat, which makes it financially challenging for farmers, so they are committed to building a lasting, respectful relationship directly with their growers. Einkorn performs very differently than other wheat, resulting in numerous difficulties during milling and processing. They have overcome these hurdles by working with amazingly talented food artisans that have had expertise passed down through generations. Jovial has many more einkorn products under development and will bring them to you as they increase their supply of grain. By controlling the entire supply chain, from seed to package, they can provide an absolute guarantee that you will always receive the purest and most delicious einkorn products possible. Einkorn Nutrition Ancient grains are inherently more nutritious than modern varieties. Einkorn is the most ancient wheat and is the result of Mother Nature's untouchable craftsmanship. Pure goodness as is. High in Thiamin, essential dietary and trace minerals Good source of protein, iron, dietary fiber and a number of B Vitamins. Contains a significant amount of the powerful antioxidant Lutein. Higher Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) than durum and bread wheat. Higher content of proteins, tocols and carotenoids than other species of wheat. Lower percentage of nutrient loss during processing Frequently Asked Questions Q: I would like more information about their 100% compostable packaging material. A: The inner bag and windows of their packages are made from FSC wood-pulp and are fully certified to the European (EN13432) and American (ASTM D6400) norms for compostable packaging. This material is suitable home composting and will typically break down in just a few weeks and is also biodegradable. Additionally, the production has gained CarbonNeutral™ accreditation. Similar materials are principally made from raw materials such as corn, potatoes or wheat. They have selected their material because it is produced from wood pulp that is sourced from managed plantations, having a lesser impact on the environment and avoiding the possible use of Genetically Modified Organisms. This material is not made of plastic and is not suitable for standard plastic recycling. Q: I followed their cooking instructions, but the pasta did not turn out so perfect? A: Be aware that their first batch of einkorn rigatoni and penne listed the incorrect cooking time on the box. Please cook these two items for 13 and not 10 as listed. Cooking times vary and depend on their stove and climate, so please taste for doneness to be sure the texture is right for you. For better tasting brown rice pasta, be sure to maintain the cooking water at a rolling boil. Q: Does einkorn contain gluten? A: Yes, einkorn is a species of wheat and does contain gluten. Although einkorn gluten may be more digestible than modern wheat, if you are avoiding gluten in your diet for health reasons, please try their delicious gluten free products as a tasty alternative. Q: Are Jovial products certified Kosher? A: At this time, only their pasta products are certified kosher by OK Kosher. They can provide a certificate upon request. Q: I am a vegan. Which products are suitable for me? A: Jovial Brown Rice pasta and Einkorn pasta are both suitable for vegans. Einkorn is an excellent source of b Vitamins and trace minerals. They do sell one cookie that carries Vegan certification, it is called Crispy Cocoa, and is made with einkorn wheat. Q: Do their foods contain genetically modified organisms? A: All of the ingredients used in Jovial products are GMO free. Q: Does any of their packaging contain BPA? A: No, they guarantee to their consumer that their packaging materials are free from BPA. The Jovial Mission Their mission is to create authentic, unique and satisfying foods you can trust, with a time-honored taste that embraces the heritage of their ancestors. Their crops are lovingly cultivated by small-scale farmers and their products are masterly crafted by Italian artisans, resulting in the finest nutrient-rich, distinctly flavorful foods. They take their mission very seriously and promise to: Rediscover the purest ancient and heirloom varieties of ingredients, replenish their supply and transform them into products that enhance nature's innate goodness. Honor individuals with food intolerance by sourcing only the finest allergen-free ingredients to create delicious and wholesome foods they can enjoy with confidence. Support the small-family farmer and pursue a sustainable business model in which they are directly monitoring the growing, harvesting and processing in limited geographical areas to reduce their fossil fuel consumption. Offer the cleanest and most recyclable and compostable packaging options available, because caring about the environment means considering the entire process, from seed to shelf. Jovial: A lifetime getting here. Experiencing the loss of both parents to cancer at a young age led me to a personal and professional interest in organic foods. A little struggle of my own with this disease drove me to a deeper understanding of how essential food is to wellness. Having children with food allergies made me go beyond organic to question how a healthy organic diet could still be a source of illness. These life lessons were experienced in the company of my Italian-born husband Rodolfo, after they met in Bologna when I turned twenty. He had experienced similar lessons in life and they had the same interests. His personal passion for farming led us to realize that the most vital starting part of the food chain was in distress. The Disappearance of Traditional Food Varieties A trip to Italy as a teen introduced my American taste buds to heirloom foods. It was the first spoonful of a homemade apricot jam, made from the fruit of an age-old tree that spoke to me in a profound way. On that same beloved trip, I plucked fresh figs from a giant tree and their once in a lifetime flavor mesmerized me. Tasting this fruit was firsthand experience of nature's masterly crafted offerings, perfectly engineered for the lucky few who were smart enough to simply honor and not meddle with them. Fast forward some twenty years and I am feeling profound disappointment over the selection of apples in my local organic supermarket in Italy. Surrounded by the choice of good looking Golden Delicious, Gala, Granny Smith, and Fuji on the outside, yet fully aware I am bringing home sheer tastelessness on the inside. How could this be? I fled the United States for flavor and here I was faced with the same varieties of displeasing apples all over again. What had Italian farmers done with the crisp, tart and juicy varieties of their ancestors? Have you ever heard that the banana risks extinction? I never would have imagined there is only one commercial variety grown throughout the world which goes by the name of Cavendish. The same banana is grown and eaten worldwide. This variety is being wiped out by a fast-growing fungus and a back-up variety was never developed. Banana seeds were bred out because they were big and hard so it may take too long to procure a replacement if the fungus isn't managed first. Many informed consumers oppose Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO), but few of us ponder the detriment that plant breeding has had on their food. Naturally bred hybrid plant varieties accomplished much, transforming a pale little clump of wild carrot into a long cylinder of bright orange. I once tried to grow a strictly heirloom garden and realized the varieties are not always easy to cultivate and yields can be low. However, the mission of plant breeders went astray a few decades ago as they concentrated on developing new varieties for commercial reasons only, varieties that could withstand mechanical harvesting, transportation and months of storage. Flavor equals nutrition so as the new varieties lost flavor they also lost nutrients. 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The Summer Eating (and Drinking) Upgrades
Mezcal is an integral part of Mexican culture, having roots in pulque, a slightly boozy drink made from fermented agave mash. Eventually, the distilling process evolved to be based on the extraction of piñas, or hearts, of the maguey, or agave plant. The piñas are then cooked, usually in the ground, imparting the spirit with a typically savory, smoked flavor. (By contrast, tequila is usually steam-cooked and only produced in designated regions with only blue agave.) Traditionally, the cooked hearts are crushed with a tahona, a large stone wheel pulled by horses — which might be the most badass distillation process we're aware of — and then diluted and fermented in barrel. Classifications are similar to tequila: Joven is the term used for mezcals aged under two months or not at all. Reposados are rested in barrels for two months to one year, and añejos are aged from one to three years. Though not yet an official category, extra-añejos represent mezcals aged over three years.
Known for entering parties with a backpack stocked with a bottle of mezcal and clay shot bowls, Phil Ward, owner of tequila bar Mayahuel in New York City (pictured), pulled out this cocktail when I requested something strong and stirred. Spirit-forward, it has the elegance of a martini, but it's consumed with the ease of a sundowner.
2 parts mezcal (Ward uses Fidencio Clásico Joven)
1/2 part Cocchi Americano
1/2 part Dolin dry vermouth
Dash grapefruit bitters
Stir all ingredients over ice and strain into a cocktail glass.
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Me and Orson Welles - This story, based on the novel by Robert Kaplow, is from one of my favorite "hip" directors, Richard Linklatter (Waking Life). It is set in 1937, when Welles was a known radio actor and before he took the world by storm both on the radio and in movies. "Me and Orson Welles" features a teenager (Zac Ephron; High School Musical) who is in love with the theater, acting, and writing, everything about it. He manages to get hired for no pay by Orson Welles' company that intends t … [Read more...]
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Acute respiratory distress syndromeNoncardiogenic pulmonary edema; Increased-permeability pulmonary edema; Stiff lung; Shock lung; ARDS; Acute lung injury
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening lung condition that prevents enough oxygen from getting to the lungs andinto the blood.
See also: Infant respiratory distress syndrome
ARDS can be caused by any major injury to the lung. Some common causes include:
- Breathing vomit into the lungs (aspiration)
- Inhaling chemicals
- Lung transplant
- Pneumonia
- Septic shock (infection throughout the body)
- Trauma
ARDS leads to a buildup of fluid in the air sacs. This fluid prevents enough oxygen from passing into the bloodstream.
The fluid buildup also makes the lungs heavy and stiff, and decreases the lungs' ability to expand. The level of oxygen in the blood can stay dangerously low, even if the person receives oxygen from a breathing machine (mechanical ventilator) through a breathing tube (endotracheal tube).
ARDS often occurs along with the failure of other organ systems, such as the liver orkidneys. Cigarette smoking and heavy alcohol use may be risk factors.
- Difficulty breathing
- Low blood pressure and organ failure
- Rapid breathing
- Shortness of breath
Symptoms usually develop within 24 to 48 hours of the injury or illness. Often, people with ARDS are so sick theycannot complain of symptoms.
Exams and Tests
Listening to the chest with a stethoscope (auscultation) reveals abnormal breath sounds, such as crackles, which may be signs of fluid in the lungs. Often the blood pressure is low. Cyanosis (blue skin, lips, and nails caused by lack of oxygen to the tissues) is often seen.
Tests used to diagnose ARDS include:
- Arterial blood gas
- Blood tests, including CBC and blood chemistries
- Bronchoscopy
- Chest x-ray
- Sputum cultures and analysis
- Tests for possible infections
An echocardiogram or Swan-Ganz catheterization may be needed to rule out congestive heart failure, which can look similar to ARDS on a chest x-ray.
Typically people with ARDS need to be in an intensive care unit (ICU).
The goal of treatment is to provide breathing support and treat the cause of ARDS. This may involve medications to treat infections, reduce inflammation, and remove fluid from the lungs.
A breathing machine is used to deliver high doses of oxygen and continued pressure called PEEP (positive end-expiratory pressure) to the damaged lungs. Patients often need to be deeply sedated with medications when using this equipment. Some research suggests that giving medications to temporarily paralyze a person with ARDS will increase the chance of recovery.
Treatment continues until you are well enough to breathe on your own.
Support Groups
Many family members of people with ARDS are under extreme stress. Often they can relieve this stress by joining support groups where members share common experiences and problems.
See also: Lung disease - support group
Outlook (Prognosis)
About a third of people with ARDS die from the disease.Those wholiveusually get back most of their normal lung function, but many people have permanent (usually mild) lung damage.
Many people who survive ARDS have memory loss or other quality-of-life problems after they recover. This is due to brain damage that occurred when the lungs weren't working properly and the brain wasn't getting enough oxygen.
Possible Complications
- Failure of many organ systems
- Lung damage (such as a collapsed lung--also calledpneumothorax) due to injury from the breathing machine needed to treat the disease
- Pulmonary fibrosis (scarring of the lung)
- Ventilator-associated pneumonia
When to Contact a Medical Professional
Usually, ARDS occurs during another illness, for which the patient is already in the hospital. Occasionally, a healthy person may develop severe pneumonia that gets worse and becomes ARDS. If you have trouble breathing, call your local emergency number (such as 911) or go to the emergency room.
ReferencesHudson LD, Slutsky AS. Acute respiratory failure. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Cecil Medicine. 24th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders; 2011:chap 104.
Review Date: 3/3/2012
Reviewed By: David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine; and Denis Hadjiliadis, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care, University of Pennsylvaniga, Philadelphia, Pa. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M. Health Solutions, Ebix, Inc.


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Sure, there were plenty of jokes this off season about former Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o -- but as he headed to the San Diego Chargers Friday many think it is time to move forward.
Irish Eyes writer Tim O'Malley covered Te'o at Notre Dame and talks about the linebacker in this video.
Oh, and O'Malley has plenty of reasons why as an NFL fan you should want Te'o on your team.