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New R4i SDHC 3DS RTS card released by r4i-sdhc.com Team, the r4i sdhc 3ds rts card added the RTS functionality: Real-time save features; Real-time guide features; User-cheat features. The r4i 3ds rts card can support 3DS V5.0.0-11, 3DS V4.5.0-10, DSi V1.4.5 and all below versions; just download the kernel v1.67b to support your Nintendo console.
Remark: RTS features only applicable for the new card which label RTS.
R4i V1.66b Update:
1. Add multi-save features for RTS. Maximum 4 RTS save files.
2. Increase speed of create RTS save.
3. New "hidden" features for RTS, for user to protect individual RTS save files.
4. Solved game hang problem while load empty RTS file.
5. New memory features to memorize last used RTS save file.
6. Fix some kernel bug.
R4i SDHC 3DS RTS Functionality
● Real-time save features
Allows user save current game state at any time of the game. Player can immediately continue the game state by reload the save file after the game failed or shut down the console. R4i-SDHC launches unique sharing features where RTS save files can be share between the users.
● Real-time guide features
Real-time guide features allows user to read hints/guide of the games immediately without exit to the game. Real-time guide support 2 types of format (text and picture). User can write guide into any "txt" file or "bmp" file. The size of the "bmp" file should be "256×192". The "txt" file support English, Simplify Chinese and Japanese language coding. If both "txt" and "bmp" file exist, "bmp" guide file will have a priority.
● User-cheat features
Enhance the features of user cheat. User allow to activate/deactivate/modify user cheat at any point of the game. To do these changes, user need to save the state of the game then return to the MENU to configure the user cheat. After that just need to run the game and reload the RTS save file again.
R4i SDHC 3DS RTS card's Features:
• Compatible with 3DS (XL) V5.0.0-11, V4.5.0-10, V4.4.0-10, V4.2.0-9, V4.0.0-7, V3.0.0-6, V3.0.0-5, V2.2.0-4, V2.1.0-4, V2.1.0-3, V2.0.0-2, V1.1.0-1, V1.0.0-0 (U/E/A/J/K)
• Works well on DSi (XL) Ver 1.4.5,1.4.4, 1.4.3, 1.4.2, 1.4.1, 1.4, 1.3 (U/E/A/J/K)
• Supports all new and old DS games
• Others are similar to R4i SDHC 3DS
For more information about the r4/r4i products visit r4 3ds site and also you can check out the latest R4 3DS accessories and software regarding games from our website r4ir4i.co.uk
Just as we knew,r4i gold pro 3ds is a very hot flashcart in Europe and it uses wood firmware as well .You can use r4i gold pro to play almost all latest games,such as Pokemon – Black Version 2 (US ),Pokemon – Black Version 2 (Kr) and so on.
And following is a detailed guide on how to use r4i-gold pro 2013 to play pokemon white/black 2 with firmware v1.52 and mainly from my own experience and hope it will help you :
1.Download the r4i gold pro 3ds flashcart latest kernel v1.52 from r4i-gold.com download page and unzip it,open the folder and copy following files into your micro sd card :
2. insert the r4i gold pro flashcart with sd card into your ds dsi 3ds or 3ds xl. turn on your console
3DS V6.1.0-11 was the latest version for 3DS Console. This is the newest firmware updated by Nintendo today. But the good news was that the update not mean to block flashcard, but enchance the users experience. So, if the flashcart you owned can work well on 3DS V6.0-0-11,then it will work on v6.1.0 as well.
Then at present which flashcart can support 3ds v6.0 ? Let's have a quicker look at following compatibility list :
Directly Supported 3DS Flashcart
R4idsn 3ds
Incoming working card
Non working card
R4i gold pro
r4isdhc silver rts 3ds
r4isdhc dual-core card
Just as we have seen, at present , only three cards can support 3ds latest firmware, so if you are the other cards users, pls dont hurry up to update your console before the updated patch released, otherwise your card will be blocked. and now our store provide preflashed 3ds v6.1.0 compatbility card, and you can buy it from here : buy 3dsflashcart
This is the answer, you need to upgrade your R4 3DS.
R4i Gold 3DS card team released the upgrade patch for 3DS V4.4.0-10 on 26,Sept.You can upgrade your R4i Gold 3DS card in a DSi or DS Lite.
Upgrade your R4i Gold 3DS card in a DS Lite:
In case of card broken(no card found, no Icon displayed): Using the patch: R4iGold_3DS44_Patch_NDSL.nds
You should get a NDSL and another flashcard(called "A"), which works properly on NDSL.
1.Download the latest WOOD R4 firmware from www.r4ids.cn and unzip it to the root directory of your tf card;
2.Copy R4iGold_3DS44_Patch_NDSL.nds to your tf card;
3.You should get a NDSL;
4.Just power your NDSL on and boot up R4iGold_3DS44_Patch_NDSL.nds with "A" card;
5.Take "A" card out of the NDSL;
6.Reinsert your broken R4i Gold 3DS card into the NDSL;
7.First of all, press KEY_B to check your cards's status
8.Press KEY_A and the updating process will begin;
9.You should keep your NDSL powered on during the updating process;
10.IF the result shows SUCCESS, it means you have updated your R4i Gold 3DS successfully and this card can work on NDSi V1.4.4 and 3DS 4.4.0-10;
Upgrade R4i Gold 3DS card in DSi:
In case of card non-broken(Icon showed up but error): Using the patch: R4iGold_3DS44_Patch_NDSi.nds
1.Download the latest WOOD R4 firmware from www.r4ids.cn and unzip it to the root directory of your tf card;
2.Copy R4iGold_3DS44_Patch_NDSi.nds to your tf card;
3.You should get a NDSi or a Nintendo 3DS whose version is under 4.4.0-10 complete the updating process;
4.Just power your NDSi on and boot up R4iGold_3DS44_Patch_NDSi.nds;
5.Attention:do not take out your R4i Gold 3DS card;
6.Please press KEY_B to check your cards's status and decide to update your card or not.
7.Press KEY_A and the updating process will begin;
8.You should keep your NDSi powered on during the updating process;
9.IF the result shows SUCCESS, it means you have updated your R4i Gold 3DS successfully and this card can work on NDSi V1.4.4 and 3DS 4.4.0-10.


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RSVP recognizes the impact of Senior Citizens by promoting community involvement through meaningful volunteer opportunities.
RSVP stands for "Retired and Senior Volunteer Program" and is a volunteer agency for individuals, aged 55 or older, who donate their time and talent to the community. RSVP is primarily supported by The Corporation for National Service and United Way and is sponsored by Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada, established in the 1970's. RSVP volunteers serve in a diverse range of nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and faith-based groups. Among other activities, volunteers mentor at-risk youth, organize neighborhood watch programs, test drinking water for contaminants, teach English to immigrants, and lend their business skills to community groups that provide critical social services. In fiscal year 2001, approximately 480,000 volunteers served an average of four hours a week at an estimated 65,000 local organizations.
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In the fall of 1989, three young men, talmidim of Rav Henoch Leibowitz zt:l, embarked on a new project, founding Yeshiva Tiferes Yisroel. Rabbi Dovid Harris, Rabbi Yehuda Jacobson, and Rabbi Zvi Turk saw an opportunity to bring the lessons of their great rebbe, a synthesis of Torah and mussar, to the robust Flatbush community.
The goal of the fledgling yeshiva was to inculcate in the talmidim a love for Torah embedded in middos tovos and also supply more "manpower" to the world of chinuch across America and beyond. Fortuitously, Rabbi Turk reached out to his cousin, Mr. Irving Langer, a young real-estate manager and developer, to gain some insight into the Brooklyn market. Mr. and Mrs. Langer were no strangers to building ventures such as this. Embracing their role as leaders and supporters of the Five Towns community since moving there, the Langers were instrumental in building Rabbi Kalish's shul and the TAG high-school building and were pivotal in Darchei and numerous other community initiatives and institutions. Mr. Langer saw this as a "buying opportunity" and jumped in to be that person to make this dream a reality.
The yeshiva began with a preschool and a ninth grade, and with great siyata diShmaya grew exponentially. Its 90,000-square-foot building is now home to close to 800 talmidim in the three divisions-elementary, high school, and beis medrash. The yeshiva is now celebrating its 25th year of success in being mechanech thousands of talmidim in Torah and yiras Shamayim.
The yeshiva will be culminating this celebration with a dinner honoring Mr. and Mrs. Irving Langer, Mr. and Mrs. Ari Hertz, and Mr. and Mrs. Benjy Lapin, who have been the staunch, reliable, and most generous supporters through every twist and turn over the quarter century. The dinner will be held at The Palace in Brooklyn on April 30.
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Source: ISNA
Tehran says it has decided to prosecute the culprit behind making the blasphemous film that has insulted Prophet Mohammad.
Iran Cabinet Meeting (file photo)
The Monday cabinet meeting being presided by First Vice-President Mohammad-Reza Rahimi while condemning the film asserted that the government will definitely track down the director of the short online film to bring him to justice.
"If the American side intend to show their honesty in this regard and claim that they have respect for divine religions, they should punish this culprit," Rahimi said.
"Under the pretext of freedom of speech they commit any sort of crime but if something happens in other countries they condemn nations under the same pretext of freedom of speech and human rights," he noted.
Also Iran's Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi in a letter to the UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon voiced the country's criticism and condemnation of the film.
The film posted on You Tube in July has sparked outrage among Muslims for insulting the holy Prophet Muhammad. The film made in the US was first reported to be directed by an American-Israeli who relied on funding from 100 Jews but succeeding reports said that that the figure was fictitious and the film was made by a Coptic Christian living in Southern California identified as Nakoula Basseley Nakoula
People protesting against the movie in Ardabil, Iran
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In 1994, the 79-year-old Ms. Liebeck successfully sued McDonald's after she spilled coffee on herself. Ever since, the coffee industry has been besieged with lawsuits over spilled hot beverages.Handling Hot Coffee discusses and defends industry standards for hot beverage temperatures along with the most current information on burn and spill prevention, product liability, and the history of coffee-spill lawsuits.Handling Hot Coffee is a comprehensive resource with a twofold purpose: aid the coffee industry in maintaining high quality standards and provide guidelines to prevent spills, burns, and lawsuits.
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Dan Cox, owner and president of Coffee Enterprises, has been involved in virtually all aspects of the coffee industry for over three decades. He has international reputation for being a source of information on consumer trends, pricing, marketing, and product handling. He is one of very few authorities on coffee legal matters and is an expert witness and legal consultant for hot coffee lawsuits.


text: A portrait of Rolling Stones guitarist and pop culture icon Keith Richards. As Richards records his first solo album in two decades, he reflects on the hard-living celebrity life that has made him an indelible fixture in rock'n'roll history. Morgan Neville directs. Keith Richards: Under the Influence received its world premiere at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival and was subsequently released via Netflix.


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According to data on the Baseball Reference.com site, Steve Garvey probably made in the $300,000 a season range when he was playing first base for the Dodgers in the late 1970s, during their back-to-back seasons of winning the National League championship.
According to the final results of a 71-item auction on SCP Auctions in Orange County that ended Saturday night, Garvey saw about $315,000 bid on the sale of some things you'd assume to be in the priceless item category, things stored away for decades but finally allowed to be bought by the public.
For the 10-time All Star, 1981 World Series champion, four-time Gold Glove winner, two-time All-Star Game MVP, two-time NLCS MVP, 1981 Roberto Clemente Award winner, 1984 Lou Gehrig Memorial Award and deserving to have his No. 6 retired not by the Dodgers but the San Diego Padres, Garvey discovered his 1974 NL MVP award was worth $68,482.
His copy of the 1981 World Series championship trophy went for $39,382.
The bat he used to hit the game-winning homer in Game 4 of the 1984 NLCS for San Diego fetched $21,524.
His 1977 and '78 NLCS championship rings went for $20,724 each. Gold Glove awards from '74 and '75 were a combined $17,000.
The '78 All-Star Game MVP trophy brought in excess of $8,000, about $2,500 more than the '74 All-Star Game MVP trophy.
Strangely, neither matched the $10,766 that came for his 1968 Ogden Dodgers Pioneer League championship ring.
Things you'd think were far more sentimental value to him — like his high school game-worn cap — was a steal for $396.
Warm-up jackets, hats, helmets, gloves and shoes ranged from $1,500 to $4,500. Some other rings of significance went for $2,500 to $3,500.
Watching players sell off their belongings, for whatever reason, by whatever means, has become a disheartening process. One of those items that reflect the shallowness of the whole fleecing procedure was Lot No. 531. That was the 1975 Baseball Writer's Association of America Di Giovanna Trophy given to him as "The Player Who Most Typifies Dodger Tradition."
It drew no bids.
By comparison, former Cleveland High standout Bret Saberhagen collected about $311,000 from the auction of 77 items, including his 1985 Cy Young Award ($38,588), '89 Cy Young Award ($28.991), '85 World Series MVP Award ($37,610), '85 World Series championship ring ($73,409). And no one wanted his 1987 AL Comeback Player of the Year plaque. Other things in his collection included signed jerseys from former teammates.
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Luxembourg: Luxembourg-based Leopard-Trek have announced the team to support Andy Schleck`s yellow jersey bid at this year`s Tour de France, held July 2-24.
Schleck, who has finished runner-up the past two years to Spain`s Alberto Contador, will be helped in the mountains by older brother Frank, Germany`s Linus Gerdemann, Belgian Maxime Montfort and Dane Jakob Fuglsang.
Time trial specialist Fabian Cancellara of Switzerland will also play a key role in pace-setting on the flat, along with Germany`s Jens Voigt, Stuart O`Grady of Australia and Dutchman Joost Posthuma.
"It is no secret that we go to the Tour to try to win it," said Team Manager Kim Andersen.
"We have high ambitions for this team. We will target the overall and possibly even win some stages on the way to Paris."
Cancellara, O`Grady, Voigt and the Schleck brothers have plenty of experience in a Tour-winning team having been part of the Saxo Bank squad which hoisted Spaniard Carlos Sastre to overall victory in 2008.
Leopard-Trek team for Tour de France
Andy Schleck and Frank Schleck (both LUX), Linus Gerdemann (GER), Maxime Montfort (BEL), Jakob Fuglsang (DEN), Fabian Cancellara (SUI), Jens Voigt (GER), Stuart O`Grady (AUS), Joost Posthuma (NED).
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Calgary Alberta stands at the point where the vast Canadian prairie meets the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains. Its young, glittering skyscrapers rise out of older suburban neighbourhoods and seem oddly superimposed on this breathtakingly diverse western landscape, as though dropped from the sky onto the confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers. Accordingly, the land is never far from the minds of the people of Calgary. The oil that lies beneath it drives the citys vibrant economy; the distant mountains attract legions of skiers and snowboarders during the chilly winters; and, during balmy summers, cattle roam the flat expanse of grassland, marking this out as cowboy country.
As well as being the gateway to the Rocky Mountains, Calgary also grew into a tourist destination in its own right. Visitors flocked to take in the citys burgeoning cowboy culture, expressed every year in the Calgary Stampede (held formally for the first time in 1912). The Rocky Mountains and, in particular, Banff National Park, attracted thousands more who were drawn by the parks stunning alpine beauty and its famous hotel. As the popularity of winter leisure sports (such as downhill skiing and bobsleighing) increased, so did Calgarys own popularity, all culminating in the citys hosting of the XV Olympic Winter Games in 1988.
Many have likened the Calgary of today to a Canadian Dallas, a comparison that is not without merit. Like Dallas, Calgary is a confident, often-brash cowboy town that grew wealthy on oil, where they play country and western music in noisy taverns and eat thick and juicy steaks in the restaurants. As an image, however, this captures only a small part of what the city and its people are actually like. Calgary is also a city of diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods, where its citizens relax in cafés, stroll the scenic streets or take in the opera, although they are just as likely to head off to the great outdoors. Its technology industries have grown immensely, diversifying the economy and making it less of a one-horse cowboy town and more of a 21st-century city.
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ACDP concerned about increase in gang violence
Loyiso Langeni
19 May 2015
The African Christian Democratic Party has raised its concerns regarding the increase in gang violence in the Cape Flats.
ACDP Provincial Leader Ferlon Christians said gang violence continues to be an unacceptable form of organised crime that cannot be tolerated.
Christians said that gang violence continues to plague our communities and affecting those that are most vulnerable. We are very pleased that the community did something about this in starting some forum to curb this.
"We are so sadden that in the past 10 days more than 18 people passed away, and we want to applaud the community for doing their part, but we are asking the Provincial Police Commissioner to introduce the Anti-Gang strategy in order to curb gang violence in Cape Town." Christians added.


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Although their kind has been around for as long as rock itself, there still is something charming about punky kids performing raucous songs heavy on earnestness but light on craftsmanship.
With their highly received 2009 debut — a lo-fi album that borrowed heavily from garage and glam bands like T-Rex — the Smith Westerns entered that pantheon of precocious punkers.
But the Chicago trio, appearing at the Brick and Mortar Music Hall Thursday and Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival Friday, realized the shambolic music that inspired the bandmates as teens didn't quite have the same effect on them as they entered into their 20s.
"Soft Will," the band's latest offering, continues on the trajectory started on the second album "Dye It Blonde," which emphasized skills and production more than its fuzz-laden predecessor.
On "Soft Will," lush compositions by guitarist Max Kakacek are accompanied by self-effacing lyrics from vocalist Cullen Omori. The bratty enthusiasm of their debut replaced by a more sober, fully-realized, sonic landscape.
"There were a number of things that led to our sound changing," Kakacek says. "We've picked up some influences from some of these great bands that we've toured with, and we've definitely improved when it comes to playing our instruments. And I think we've probably moved past some of the real garage-y, youthful music we grew up listening to at high school parties."
Despite the more mature sound, the kids in Smith Westerns — Omori's brother Cameron is the group's bassist — aren't exactly graybeards, so there are still up-tempo tracks on "Soft Will." Yet the album is strongest when it's more dialed-back, evidenced by bookending songs, "3 A.M. Spiritual" and "Varsity."
Kakacek says the album's mellower feel was the result of an eight-month layover following the band's grueling touring schedule to promote "Dye It Blonde."
The band went back to Chicago, where Kakacek and Cullen Omori lived in an apartment on their own for the first time, and had ample time to prepare for a new album and evaluate their lives as full-time musicians.
"It's a little cliched, but we were definitely living a fast-paced life with touring," Kakacek says. "Having some time on our hands made us take the recording process more seriously, and getting back to Chicago helped us put a lot of things in perspective."
While they may never return to the bare-bones approach of their debut, Kakacek says the group's embrace of song structure and production values doesn't mean that Smith Westerns have completely abandoned their roots.
"I can't see us ever recording in our friend's basement again, but that doesn't mean we don't appreciate that aesthetic," Kakacek says. "The main goal of the band is to make an album that sounds different than the previous one."
IF YOU GOSmith Westerns
Where: Brick and Mortar Music Hall, 1710 Mission St., S.F.
When: 8 p.m. Thursday
Tickets: $20
Contact: (415) 371-1631, www.brickandmortarmusic.com,
Note: The band plays at 12:50 p.m. Friday at the Lands End Stage at Outside Lands.


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Missing bird species rediscovered
The Sydney Morning Herald from Reuters: Missing bird species rediscovered.
A bird species that has not been seen since the remains of one were found in India 140 years ago is alive and living in Thailand, scientists say.
The live Large-billed Reed-warbler was found by chance by ornithologist Philip Round as he was putting identification tags on wild birds at a water treatment plant near Bangkok last year.
"Although reed-warblers are generally drab and look very similar, one of the birds I caught that morning struck me as very odd, something about it didn't quite add up; it had a long beak and short wings," he said in a statement.
"Then, it dawned on me – I was probably holding a Large-billed Reed-warbler. I was dumbstruck, it felt as if I was holding a living dodo," he said.
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Ever wondered how celebrities score those perfect white teeth? They show their smiles and it just shines, while your teeth usually get permanent stains from coffee or smoking.
Most of the celebrities actually go to their dentists and pay a fortune to achieve sparkling white teeth. Look at the before and after pictures of Miley Cyrus and you will see the difference.
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Online reviewers are giving this affordable teeth whitener a lot of positive feedback. But are they true?
Zero Peroxide is ideally used for three weeks to a month to achieve maximum desired effect. Zero Peroxide does not only include the medicine that will make your teeth whiter, it also includes the tools needed in achieving it. You get the whitening gel, LED accelerator and mouth tray all inside a blue little bag.
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Dottie Maud Dawson was the oldest child of Taylor and Iona (Rodenberger) Dawson. She died January 2, 1885 in Hallowell, Cherokee Co, Kansas.
In Memoriam
Dottie Maud Dawson, aged about 10 years, and one of the brightest pupils in the intermediate grade of the Rising Sun school, was drowned in a cistern at her home, Friday evening, the 2d day of the new year, which has begun its record of sorrows.
Friday evening Dottie declaimed for the school one of her brightest pieces, then hastened home as usual, neither schoolmates nor teacher dreaming that we had seen the bright little girl for the last time.
While drawing up a bucket of water from the cistern, her foot must have slipped on the icy stones, causing her to fall. Her father was away from home, and her mother had to run to a neighbor's for assistance, but before rescue could be effected, Dottie was cold in death.
Her funeral was preached at the Quaker church by Mr. Pickering. And so, with her lily hands folded and iced with death's grim kiss, our little friend was laid beneath the brown sod and cruel sleet.
She was a tiny mortal – star
That shed a light on earth;
But vanished now aboveShe has immortal birth. -- A.H. Gibson
Challis Dawson, Dottie's youngest sibling, was born in 1892, seven years after her death. He wrote of Dottie's death in his manuscript that he mailed to his son Gerard in 1947, page 65. There are differences in his memories of the story and Dottie's obituary at the time.
"My oldest sister Dotty, was drowned in the cistern when she was just old enough to go out and draw a bucket of water. She slipped on the ice and fell in. Dad went out after she was gone a few minutes too long, dived in for her, but it was too late. Mother always said Dad was never the same after this tragedy, as Dotty was the apple of his eye. I think that this is possible and probably may have explained to some extent his peculiar behavior as mentioned previously. At least I like to think of it in this way, because it is a better excuse than any other and makes an excellent alibi."
In Lucy Beamer's Memoirs on the John Harland Rodenberger family, she mentions Dottie.
"Iona and Taylor Dawson were married in Kansas and lived on a farm in the Hallowell community till 6 of their 7 children were born. Sometime between 1889 and 1891 because of failing health of his father, they moved to Scottland, Ill. where they continued to live. Wm. Spieth was working as a farm hand for Taylor Dawson when he met and courted his future wife, Clara Rodenberger, Iona's sister. The Dawson's oldest child, Dottie Maud, was playing at the home of the Wm. Spieth's on New Year's Day, 1885, when she fell into a cistern and drowned. This was just a few days before Clara's oldest child, Bessie Leo, was born. Of course the tragedy was a nightmare to the entire family."


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Gone are the gambling dens and brothels, but at least now you can patronize Old Colorado City without wearing a disguise. So hit Territory Days (Old Colorado City, shopoldcoloradocity.com), between 10 and 6 to catch the last day of our annual three-day cluster of craft, commercial and food booths. On the non-retail side, today's entertainment comes courtesy of Arvel Bird as well as the VooDoo Hawks, and four other acts without avian namesakes. Since you can expect a crowd, consider the free shuttle run out of Coronado High School and Rock Ledge Ranch. — Eric Calder
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Make Easy Fall Themed Pinatas using GourdsSubmitted by Pam on Fri, 09/10/2010 - 15:36
I just had to try this out to see if it would work!
I have been thinking for some time that gourds would make the greatest "ready-made" pinata forms! And, you know what? It turns out they do!! No paste and layers of newspaper strips and drying and more strips..... None of that yucky stuff!
Celebrate Fall Harvest Season with a Easy Harvest BroomSubmitted by Pam on Fri, 08/27/2010 - 04:37
Guess what I just found for sale at Michaels? Wheat! In natural, pale green and soft brown! I saw it with my own eyes! On the shelf!
So, I decided this is the perfect time to share how I make Harvest Brooms. They are the perfect accent to celebrate the fall harvest season which is just about to begin!
Brigid's CrossesSubmitted by Pam on Sat, 01/30/2010 - 16:29
My very first Brigid's Cross or St. Brigid's Cross!
Some people worship the goddess, and some recognize and worship the saint. Most of the links at the end of the post today are intended to share the stories of both goddess and saint. I hope you will take time to read them and learn more of the rich history and lore surrounding Brigid and perhaps find your own reasons to honor her by making a Brigid's Cross.
I am celebrating Brigid as the goddess of creative inspiration and expression by Making a Brigid or St. Brigid Cross!
Antonio's Gift - How to Make Pressed Fall Leaves Into Sparkly OrnamentsSubmitted by Pam on Sun, 11/08/2009 - 06:19
Antonio gave me these beautiful leaves the day I went to his house to teach him to make fall leaf candles. And since they make perfect Christmas tree ornaments, I just had to share!
I love how children can teach you things you would have never thought of making or doing. We started the afternoon together making fall leaf candles. I had also brought along red, blue and silver glitter so Antonio and his sister, Sophia, could decorate pine cones.
Using Colorful Leaves and Mod Podge to Make a Fall WreathSubmitted by Pam on Fri, 10/16/2009 - 01:11
I love wheat! I love oats! and I LOVE fall leaves! Using all three, I just finished this fall wreath for my front door. I don't pretend to be a wreath artist! But I am happy with the way this turned out.
What I really love about it is that since I sealed all the dried leaves in Outdoor Mod Podge, they will not wither away in a week or so - which is exactly what would happen if I used "fresh" fall leaves. I just am not willing to put a lot of work into projects that have very short life spans!!
The wreath is very simple to make - here's how.


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Rules of the Road and Safety on the Water
The "rules of the road" for Canada's waterways help everyone avoid collisions on the water by setting out what every boater should do to avoid hitting or being hit by another vessel. This is not just a way to be polite – it's the law. These rules apply to every vessel and operator on all navigable waterways – from canoes to supertankers.
These rules are set out in the Collision Regulations under Schedule I – Section I: Conduct of vessels in any condition of visibility and Section II: Conduct of vessels in sight of one another. Learn the rules of the road and boat by them!
Some of the rules of the road for sailing vessels include:
- When each sailing vessel has the wind on a different side, the vessel that has the wind on its port (left) side must keep out of the way of the other. As you can see below, vessel A keeps clear of vessel B.
- If a sailing vessel has the wind on its port side and the operator is not sure if the other vessel has the wind on its port or starboard (right) side, the first boat must keep out of the way of the other.
- When both sailing vessels have the wind on the same side, the vessel to windward* must keep out of the way of the vessel to leeward. As you can see below, vessel B keeps clear of vessel A.
*The windward side is opposite to the side that carries the mainsail or, in the case of a square-rigged vessel, the side opposite to the side that carries the largest fore-and-aft sail.
Look for more rules of the road at the back of this guide.
Keep Watch to Avoid Collisions
Keeping constant watch for others on the water is common sense and the law. If you are sharing the water with large vessels, remember that it is harder for them to see you or change their route to avoid you. It also takes them longer to stop. These are all good reasons to be ready to move out of their way.
Vessels less than 20 m (65'7") and sailing vessels must stay out of the way of larger vessels that can safely navigate only within the navigation channel. A large vessel will remind you to give way by giving five or more short blasts of its horn. This means there is an emergency and you must get out of the way.
Steer Clear of Shipping Lanes
Some boaters do not realize the risk they take when they cross shipping lanes or pass in front of larger vessels. Since these vessels probably will not see you until it is too late, remember to:
- Always watch for others on the water and be ready to yield to large vessels in the safest way – keeping in mind the water and weather conditions. Use radar and radio if you have them.
- Navigate in groups of other small boats when possible, to be more visible.
- Stay off the water in fog or high winds.
- Stay clear of docked ferries, ferries in transit, vessels in tow and working fishing vessels.
Give Plenty of Space to Tugs and Other Towing Vessels
Tugs may tow vessels on a long tow line that extends behind the tug. The tow line is often so long that it hangs below the surface of the water and is nearly invisible. Never pass between a tug and its tow. If a small boat were to hit the hidden line, it could capsize and be run down by the object being towed. Many towed objects will also have a long trailing line behind them. Give the tug and its tow plenty of space in every direction.
Be alert for special lights displayed by tugs (or any vessels) towing barges, other boats or objects. The tug is usually more visible than its tow, whose navigation lights do not include masthead lights and are often much dimmer than those of the tug.
If a power-driven vessel is towing another vessel or object from its stern, the power-driven vessel must display:
- sidelights;
- a sternlight;
- a towing light (yellow light with the same characteristics as the sternlight);
- two masthead lights in a vertical line – three if the tow exceeds 200 m (656'); and
- a diamond shape where it will be easy to see if the tow exceeds 200 m (656') – day signal.
If a barge, vessel or any other object is being towed, it must display:
- sidelights;
- a sternlight; and
- a diamond shape where it will be easy to see if the tow exceeds 200 m (656').
If the requirements above are not practicable, the tow must carry one all-round white light at each end (front and back).
If you're looking to fit your boat with navigation lights for towing, refer to Rule 24 of the Collision Regulations for details.
Be Aware and Polite
Never buzz, try to spray swimmers, or cut in front of or try to jump the wake of other vessels. Some of the worst boating incidents happen when speed or distance is misjudged. It makes matters even worse when the people involved are friends or family members.
Operate at a Safe Speed
You may have to stop or turn suddenly to avoid a collision, so operate at a safe speed. A safe speed depends on:
- your ability to see ahead – slow is the only safe speed in fog, mist, rain and darkness;
- currents and wind and water conditions;
- how quickly your boat can change direction;
- how many and what types of vessels are near you; and
- the presence of navigational hazards such as rocks and tree stumps.
Be very careful when boating where visibility is poor, such as entering or exiting a fog bank.
A boat's wake can damage other vessels, docks and the shoreline. It can also be a risk for swimmers, divers and people on small boats that might capsize. Be aware of how your boat's wake might affect others when choosing your speed. You will be responsible for any damages or harm you cause.
Reduce Engine Noise
Every boat equipped with a motor other than a stock (unmodified) outboard engine must have a muffler and use it while operating within five (5) nautical miles (9.26 km) of shore.
This does not apply to you if your boat was built before January 1, 1960, or if you are in an official competition or in formal training or final preparation for an official competition.
Waterskiing and Other Recreational Towing Activities
The rules that govern waterskiing also apply to other towing activities like barefoot skiing, tubing, kneeboarding and parasailing. When towing someone with your boat, remember:
- There must be a spotter on board the boat who can keep watch on each person being towed and communicate with the operator.
- There must be an empty seat on your boat for each person being towed in case they need to come on board.
- Only personal watercraft made to carry three or more people may be used for towing.
- If anyone being towed is not wearing a lifejacket, there must be one on board for them.
- No towing is allowed when visibility is poor or from one hour after sunset to sunrise.
- A towing boat cannot be remotely controlled.
These requirements do not apply to a boat that is being operated during formal training, in an official competition or in a skill demonstration if the boat meets the safety requirements of a governing body respecting such training, competitions or demonstrations.
Keep Your Distance from Divers Below the Surface
Diving is a popular water sport so know what a diver down flag looks like and keep careful watch for such flags. This is very important because the wake from your boat, along with weather and other factors, can make it hard to see divers' bubbles on the surface of the water.
Divers' boats must display the international blue and white Code Flag Alpha. A red and white flag that may also be carried on a buoy marks the area where diving is in progress, although divers may stray from the boundaries of the marked areas. If you decide to go diving from your boat, remember to display these flags as well. Best practice includes staying within 100 m (328') of your flag.
When you see either flag, give divers plenty of room by keeping your boat at least 100 m (328') from the flag. If you can't stay that far away because of the size of the waterway, slow down as much as possible, move ahead with caution, and keep clear of the vessel and diving site.
As a boater, you must be aware of what is going on around you, both on the water and in the skies. Watch for aircraft anytime you are out on the water and give plenty of space to any aircraft that is landing or taking off.
Safety Around Dams
Be very careful near canal dams and waste weirs where currents and undertows can be very dangerous. It is against the law to jump, dive, scuba dive, swim or bathe within 40 m (131') of a dam.
Low-head dams are especially dangerous. Boaters and anglers often get too close to the downstream side of the dam, become drawn or sucked into the backwash current that takes them to the base of the dam, and are then forced under water. Victims are then pushed away from the dam under water. After surfacing, the victim is drawn back in toward the base of the dam, starting the cycle over again.
Find out if there are any dams where you plan to go boating before you head out – and stay clear of them.
Safety in Historic Canals and Locks
When visiting one of Canada's historic canals, make sure your boat has good mooring lines and securely fastened floating fenders in sufficient numbers and size.
Many water activities are not allowed in a canal. Some rules include:
- no excessive noise between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.;
- no fishing within 10 m (32'10") of a lock or approach wharf or from a bridge that passes over a navigation channel;
- no diving, jumping, scuba diving or swimming in a navigation channel or within 40 m (131') of a lock gate or a dam;
- no waterskiing or other towing activities while in a navigation channel or within 100 m (328'1") of a lock structure; and
- no mooring a vessel to a navigation aid.
Visit Parks Canada at www.pc.gc.ca to learn more about historic canals.
Passage Through a Lock
Obey the posted speed limits and be aware of your boat's wake when approaching a lock. Why? Because wake limits are more important than speed limits in these areas. Other things to remember include:
- Keep clear of the channel near lock gates so that vessels can come and go safely.
- A blue line on the mooring wharf shows where to wait for the next lockage.
- Follow the instructions given by lockmasters and bridge operators (at a number of lock stations, a green traffic light is your signal to go ahead).
- Enter the lock slowly (no faster than 10 km/h) and have people at the bow and stern of your boat ready with mooring lines.
- If the lock has drop cables, loop boat lines around them, not to them, and only once your boat is safely positioned. If the lock has floating docks, you may be told to tie up to one inside the lock chamber.
- Tend vessel lines carefully during the lockage. Looping a line around a deck cleat may provide extra leverage.
- Never leave bow or stern lines unattended.
- Switch off the engine(s) and generator. Open flames and smoking are not allowed during lockage.
- The bilge blower must be operating during lockage.
When the lock gates open, wait for staff to direct you to restart your engine. Make sure all lines are returned to your boat and exit slowly and in order. Watch out for wind, currents and other vessels.
If you plan to use the St. Lawrence Seaway locks, consult the St. Lawrence Seaway Pleasure Craft Guide at www.greatlakes-seaway.com to learn how they operate.


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Why Americans can't — and shouldn't — ignore President-elect Trump's tweets
Senior Reporter on The Fix at The Washington Post Aaron Blake joins Roe Conn and Anna Davlantes to talk about why he thinks people shouldn't ignore President-elect Trump's tweets.
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Since losing to Teays Valley in the Central Ohio High School Bowling Conference-South Division opener Dec. 3, the Whitehall-Yearling High School boys bowling team had won 10 consecutive matches before competing against Teays Valley again Jan. 28.
Since losing to Teays Valley in the Central Ohio High School Bowling Conference-South Division opener Dec. 3, the Whitehall-Yearling High School boys bowling team had won 10 consecutive matches before competing against Teays Valley again Jan. 28.
The Rams have used a balanced effort, according to coach Tavi Netotian, to contend for a league title and prepare for the postseason.
"They're starting to be more consistent," Netotian said. "It depends on the day, but spare shooting is the thing that keeps you going. That's been pretty good. They're starting to get their confidence level up and believe that they can end the season pretty good."
Whitehall, which lost to Teays Valley 2,192-2,156 in the first match, entered the rematch 10-1 overall and in the league.
The Vikings were 12-0 and 10-0.
"It was a little bit of a concern, but we knew we could bounce back pretty good," senior Schuyler Wright said of the opening loss. "We have jelled together. We all get along well together."
Whitehall closes the regular season Thursday, Jan. 31, against Groveport at Eastland Lanes and begins the postseason Feb. 9 in the MSL tournament at Wayne Webb's Columbus Bowl.
Entering this week, junior Andrew Sturgill led the team with an average of 200 per game. Wright had a 194 average and senior Chad Clites had a 192.7 average.
"There's always somebody different who is coming up and being the medalist," Netotian said. "They pick each other up really good."
Netotian said a highlight of the season was winning the Central District Preview Classic on Jan. 12 at HP Lanes, ahead of runner-up Hilliard Davidson. He said it was the first time his team won a tournament.
Wright led with a 653 series, followed by Sturgill (642) and Clites (606).
Last season at state, the Rams placed 16th (2,981) in the 16-team qualifying round at Wayne Webb's, behind first-place Beavercreek (3,676). Coldwater went on to win the state title, defeating Springfield Kenton Ridge 760-570 in the final.
"Everyone has to keep a positive attitude," Wright said. "Everybody has to show up on the given day."Girls bowling teamcontinuing strong play
The girls bowling team was in position for a high finish in the COHSBC-South entering the final week of the regular season.
The Rams were 10-2 overall and 9-2 in the league before competing against Teays Valley on Jan. 28.
Briggs was leading the league at 11-0 and Reynoldsburg was 9-1.
"We started the season shooting 1600s, mid-season we were shooting 1700s and now we are shooting 1800s," coach Jess Biller said. "Regardless of where we finish, I can say these girls have given their all this year. As a coach, and as a community, that's what we all we ask, and they delivered."
Entering this week, junior Taylor-Jo Morton was fifth in the area with a 185.2 average. Tori Pappas of Briggs was first at 202.7.
Senior Melanie Gilmer, a first-year bowler, had a 144.6 average.
"Our numbers just keep moving up," Morton said. "We're getting better and better every week."
Before Jan. 28, the Rams turned in a season-best performance in defeating Independence 1,916-1,463 on Jan. 18 at Holiday Lanes.
"I'm happy with the progress we've made," Biller said. "We still need more to get past districts."
Last season, the Rams were 11th (3,066) in the 18-team district tournament at HP Lanes behind champion Westerville Central (3,603) as the top three teams advanced to state.Wrestling team winsCruiser Invitational
The wrestling team scored 225 points to win the 15-team Cruiser Invitational on Jan. 26 at Groveport, ahead of runner-up Hilliard Bradley (148.5).
Champions were Ana Abduljelil at 113 pounds, Ashden Gibson at 138 and Alex Farrow at heavyweight.
Other placers were Josh Delgadillo at 132 (second), Ifa Abduljelil at 152 (second) and Bryce Hortz at 170 (second). Also, Isaiah Turner at 220 (third), Noah Young at 160 (third) and Noah Jay at 106 (fourth).
The top-seeded Rams had a bye through the opening two rounds of the Division II state team tournament Jan. 23 and competed against fifth-seeded Mifflin on Jan. 30.
The winner competed against second-seeded Columbus South or third-seeded DeSales in a Region 14-A semifinal, also on Jan. 30.
That winner advanced to compete against Buckeye Valley, Caledonia River Valley, Sparta Highland or Lexington in a regional final Wednesday, Feb. 6, at a site to be determined.Boys basketball teamdefeats Licking Valley
The boys basketball team defeated Licking Valley 63-59 on Jan. 26 as guard D.A. Sanders scored 25 points and guard Demetrius Carr scored 19.
Whitehall lost to Newark Catholic 85-65 on Jan. 22 as guard R.J. Mims scored 26 points and forward Davetti Krug scored 13.


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It takes me fifty-five minutes to get to work – every morning. I check my box and my e-mails. I check in with the boss. I run outside to collect my class. They look tired. I understand. We talk and we laugh. We struggle to make sense of things. Pedro gets frustrated then angry. Omar acts the fool. Armando is brilliant. Darlene is happy most of the time. She never fails to hug me. I like that about her. She adds more value to my life than I'm afraid she'll ever understand. Continue reading


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As you can probably imagine, dispensing medications and vitamins to campers is a big undertaking. In order to fulfill our goal of doing so in a safe manner, we are asking that all parents abide by the policy laid out here. The following guidelines are in place in order to ensure the health and well-being of each camper. Please adhere to them.
No medication, vitamins, or supplements may be kept in the bunk. This includes, but is not limited to, chewable vitamins, Tylenol, aspirin, cold and cough remedies, eye drops, ear drops, creams, nasal sprays, etc…
All medication, vitamins, and supplements, must be sent to camp at least one week prior to the camper's arrival. We cannot guarantee that medications, vitamins, and supplements brought to camp on the day of the camper's arrival will be dispensed on a timely basis.
All medication, including vitamins must be accompanied by a letter from a physician, physician's assistant, or nurse practitioner or it must be in the original prescription bottle with administration instructions clearly written. Nothing will be dispensed without written instructions from a health care professional or the original prescription bottle. This includes both regularly scheduled medications and those taken on an as needed basis.
Medication taken through inhalers may be brought to camp by the camper and the camper may keep a rescue inhaler with him/her or in the bunk.
Medication for diabetes and growth hormones may be brought to camp with the camper or given to the person in charge of the bus pick-up location.
All vitamins and supplements will only be dispensed with doctor's instructions and must be in their original packaging.
Please do not send standard OTC (over the counter) medications as we stock them in our infirmary and supply them to any camper who may need them.
We do not stock Claritin, Allegra, other allergy medicines, or Lactaid Pills that are taken on an as needed basis. Please send these in advance with a doctor's note.
With your help we can ensure the safe and efficient delivery of medications and vitamins to all of our campers. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.


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The Islamic Ceramic Museumhttp://www.icm.gov.egMuseum of Islamic CeramicsPrinter-Friendly VersionReviewed by: Sumaiya HamdaniGeorge Mason University March 2003
This website offers an image database of an important Islamic art form: ceramics. The museum is a state institution established in 2000 in the 19th-century palace of a prince of Egypt's former royal family. Images of all 302 pieces of Islamic ceramics, spanning the Islamic period (7th-19th centuries), represent Egypt and other areas of the Middle East such as Iran and Turkey that were important ceramic production sites, making this an excellent resource for classroom use.
Ceramics are a central, if often neglected, art form of the Middle East and North Africa. Because of its ancient civilizations, this area has a long history of ceramic production. In the Islamic period, conquests and trade within the region and beyond resulted in technological innovations such as metallic glazing, a wide color palette, and the imitation and adaptation of Chinese production techniques long before these innovations reached the West. Despite the frailty of the medium, examples of these important, early ceramics often survived unscathed and are found in museums the world over. The biggest collections, however, are still in the Middle East and North Africa.
Ceramics constitute a valuable source of information on many aspects of human civilization and society, such as economics, art, technology, and domestic life. Islamic ceramics additionally serve as important evidence of secular or non-religious art in Islam. For example, although representation of the human figure was forbidden in Islamic religious art, products intended for domestic use—such as ceramic plates, cups, and bowls—often featured human figures, along with the calligraphy and more abstract vegetal and geometric designs usually associated with Islamic art. Images of such artifacts are therefore instructive in understanding the range of Islam's artistic heritage, as well as how that heritage reflected important global economic and technological exchange.
The homepage links to Arabic-, English-, and French-language versions of the site. The collection link provides access to the image database, an explanatory text on ceramic dating and periodization, and a search function. The image database contains thumbnail images of all 302 ceramic pieces, with basic information on each piece's place of origin, date, historic period, type, technique, and dimensions. Each image can be enlarged for closer examination. The images are clear and well-photographed.
The link to ceramic styles provides an inadequate explanation of dating techniques, as well as a basic description of the characteristics of ceramics from the following periods of Islamic history: Umayyad (8th century), Fatimid (10th-12th centuries), Ayyubid (13th century), Mamluk (14th-16th centuries), and Ottoman (or Turkish, 16th-19th centuries). Sadly the explanations provided for the specific styles of these periods are poorly written and aimed at specialists. A few things can be gleaned from the explanations, however: (1) Metallic glazing and the use of minerals in the firing process from the 9th century produced a type of lusterware that was unique and technologically advanced. (2) Trade with Asia, and the adoption of Chinese ceramic production techniques,occurred from the 13th century on, predating European borrowing of the same. (3) Different areas such as Turkey, Iran, Egypt, and Syria each had their own regional styles. The search function allows users to search for specific ceramics on the basis of their catalog number, type, technique, place, and period.
There are a number of ways to use these images in the classroom. As noted above, ceramic images can be contrasted with images of monuments and mosques for a lesson on private versus public (or secular versus religious) art in the Islamic world. Ceramic images can be used to discuss technological developments and exchange in history, as well as global trade before European expansion. And ceramic images can be used to explore the domestic life of pre-modern societies in terms of the specific types and functions of ceramic pieces.
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"Without music, life would be a mistake"
-Friedrich Nietzsche-
All music holds greatness no matter the genre and as a lover of all music, my influences range from Billy Joel to Chris Barnes to Andrea Bocelli to Warrell Dane. Having a style that leans towards the heavier side of the vocal spectrum, my only goal is to become a better vocalist and strive to take the craft to the next level while making the music love.
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The first time I heard the word "adorkable" it was in reference to Adam Brody, who played the lovable geek Seth Cohen on The OC. Say thanks to superherofan.net for the awesome screencaps!
Daniel Booko's last film credit is listed as The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, but you may have seen him more recently on an episode of The O.C. (may it rest in peace.) Be sure to check him out in a speedo after the jump... thank-you, on screen swim meets!
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One of the most attractive things that can be offered to potential credit card holders is the idea that they will receive cash back or rewards based upon the money that is spent on a monthly basis.
When considering these fantastic options, there are several things that you should consider so that you create the most benefit possible from these credit cards.
Watch your Spending
When you have a credit card, one of the most important things to avoid is spending just for the sake of receiving a reward. Remember that you will always be required to pay back the amount that you have charged and if you do not pay the balance off every month, it is likely that you will be paying more in interest than you received in rewards.
Annual Fees
While some credit cards may offer a fantastic reward and bonus option, some of these also require an annual fee to be paid as well. You will need to take into consideration whether the annual fee is worth the benefits that you are receiving. If you do not plan on utilizing everything that the card has to offer, it is probably not worth paying the annual fee.
Pay Attention to the Date
Most credit cards that offer special money back options have certain bonuses depending on the time of the year. For example, for the first quarter of the year you may see a larger discount on dining establishments and online shopping, but may see these items switch to home improvement stores later in the year. In order to see the biggest benefit from your credit card make sure that you are making your purchases at these places during the proper time of year.
What is the max?
You should also look into finding out the maximum amount that you are allowed to receive back in cash bonuses throughout the year. Not only will this help you to determine whether the card that you are considering is worth investing in, but it will also help you decide how you want to make your purchases so that you can receive the best benefit possible.
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On Aug. 6 2010, President Obama signed into law the National September 11th Memorial & Museum Commemorative Medal Act, authorizing the United States Mint to strike 2 million silver medals to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Championed by Rep. Jerry Nadler, whose congressional district includes the World Trade Center site, and Sen. Chuck Schumer of NY, the legislation aims to be "emblematic of the courage, sacrifice, and strength of those individuals who perished in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the bravery of those who risked their lives to save others that day, and the endurance, resilience, and hope of those who survived," according to the bill. Members of Congress ensured that it quickly reach the president's desk before the August recess by securing unanimous consent in the Senate and obtaining 314 cosponsors in the House.
Yesterday, Nadler and Schumer held a news conference, calling for a crackdown on The National Collectors' Mint, a manufacture producing a phony coin that will not support the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, CBSNews NY reports.
The design of the official medal will be selected by the U.S. Treasury Secretary in consultation with the memorial and museum and the U. S. Mint. Each medal will be inscribed with the years "2001-2011" and the phrase "Always Remember." The medal will help support the maintenance and operation of the memorial and museum.
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OCTOBER 21, 2016 — The Danish Maritime Authority and the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) are launching a feasibility study on autonomous ships.
The cooperation between the agency and the university is aimed at increasing the common knowledge base and setting a preliminary framework to enable development and use of unmanned ships to come about safely.
"This is a really interesting area and, in the short term, the technology can be used to make our ships safer and more efficient," said Minister for Business and Growth Troels Lund Poulsen. "In the longer term, research in autonomous ships may become a great advantage for Blue Denmark. The global maritime sector is faced with a number of challenges that will also be considered during next week's Danish Maritime Days, and this technology could turn out to be part of the solution."
The vision of autonomous ships is not new. But now the development of software systems with much massive computing power, along with developments in robot technology and self-propelled cars has made unmanned ships a matter of immediate interest – not least for Blue Denmark, which is in general characterized by a high level of technology.
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The purpose of the feasibility study is to arrive at a Danish definition of what the concept actually covers and to propose how to develop useful, functional projects capable of contributing to the sector both in terms of technology and economy.
The Danish Maritime Authority wants to carry out a wide cooperation project on the development of unmanned ships that is based on Denmark's strengths in shipping, safety and the environment, energy efficiency, technology development and maritime competences.
Several projects on autonomous ships have already been completed, such as the EU-financed MUNIN project and several projects driven by the industry in, for example, Finland. At present, Norway and England have each established their own cooperation forum with the participation of a number of authority and industry partners. Norway has just launched a test area for autonomous ships at Trondheim.


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"We are inspired every day by the dedicated professionals we serve. Your work is why we're here and we offer sincere thanks." Karla Bakersmith | President & Founder
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- Ensure all cash management duties are followed according to company policy and procedures including maintaining store funds and monitoring deposits
- Follow the store's opening and closing procedures
- Ring sales on the register, receive and process cash and credit payment, issue receipts and pack merchandise for our customers
- Communicate regularly with regional manager
- Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting cash, processing charge slips, coupons, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits
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- This position may fall under Department of Transportation regulations and as such may be subject to medical certification requirements and a Motor Vehicle Record check
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- 1-3 years retail experience
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Sunday, April 26, 2009
Passion Play
On Good Friday, April 10th, the young people of Ascea staged the passion play (La Via Crucis) as they do every year. Part of the play was performed in the Church of San Nicola di Bari, another part on La Chiazzetta, the small piazza near the church, and the crucification took place on the hill by the Church of San Antonio di Padova.
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It could be one of the first pieces I ever heard.
I remember my Grandmother singing it when I was a very young girl...she didn't speak Italian, nor did she have an operatic voice but I remember it sounded beautiful!
It was definitely the beginning of my love of opera.
This is the tragic story of Butterfly and US naval officer Pinkerton (scoundrel!)
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I've been making smoothies – yes, even during winter. It's an easy way to get dairy, fruit and weet-bix into the little girl.
I originally started by blending weetbix, frozen bananas, and frozen strawberries with lots of milk and a dollop or two of yoghurt, enough to make a 600ml smoothie. The problem with this was that I'd sometimes end up with a strawberry that was still whole.
So, I changed the technique. No milk. I'd blend up the other ingredients so it was like I was grating / chopping it. Then I would add the milk. It was not entirely successful. I'd end up with chunks all over the bowl which I then had to scrape down.
So, I changed the method again. This time, just enough milk to make the weetbix soggy. 2 weetbix, 1 cavendish banana, 6 medium strawberries and about 250ml milk. I'd slowly mix until the weetbix was all soggy and then slowly increase the speed until it turned into something like melting ice cream. Then I'd add milk to make it the right consistency. This would make enough for about 1.5 smoothies. One for me, and half for the little girl.
Then, I figured out, I could leave out the final addition of milk. Why? Because I didn't really want to have a smoothie every time I made one for the little girl. So, I'd make smoothie "concentrate" so I could spoon out enough to make a smoothie for her, and just add some more milk.
It occurred to me that even after a day or two in the fridge, the "concentrate" still retained its bubbles after I added milk to it. So, I tried freezing it.
The final recipe has been 3 weetbix, 3 frozen lady finger bananas, half a dozen frozen medium strawberries and about 250ml milk. I spread it out on a baking tray that has baking paper on it, freeze it, then slice it up and store in freezer bags.
We had smoothies this afternoon. The little girl had one that was about 250ml, and I had a 600ml one. And there was still plenty of bubbles in it. 😀
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Discussion in 'Blogging' started by Nauthiz666, Apr 30, 2009.
im making a anti-smoking type page, where would be the best place to grab traffic for this?
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Every Monday through Friday, we deliver a different song as part of our Song of the Day podcast subscription. This podcast features exclusive KEXP in-studio performances, unreleased songs, and recordings from independent artists that our DJs think you should hear. Each and every Friday we offer songs by local artists. Today's selection, featured on The Morning Show with John , "The Dawn of Your Happiness is Rising" by Violens from the 2010 album Amoral on Friendly Fire Recordings / Static Recital.
After Violens dropped a series of mixtapes free to the public via their website, Friendly Fire Recordings picked up the New York band and finally refined the collage of songs and remixes into a cohesive, clean batch of songs worthy of a debut full-length. Amoral was thus released, and out of the bright poppy cuts stands out today's song of the day.
With so much going on in each and every fiber of "happiness," it takes a few listens to pinpoint just what it is you like about the song. Simplified, however, the tune is jaunty fun and nostalgic — nothing sounds more like a kinky Red Hot Chili Peppers bass riff than the song opener and nothing more like The Smiths than the guitar riffs that follow. The song is a culmination of the salad days between the 80s and 90s where extreme positivity and pop coincided with an ironic darkness that summon The Cure and The Smiths. Violens are refreshing as hell given the complete lack of shoegaziness or electronic pops and clicks, yet subtle fuzz and feedback creep in almost at the end, but the rays of sunshine beaming out of the lead singer's voice smash it all to pieces.
Unfortunately, no new shows are listed on their MySpace page right now, but check back for updates soon. For now, you can watch the official version from their previous single "Violent Sensation Descends," which we featured as a Song of the Day back in 2008:


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Punjab News ExpressMUMBAI :Studded with Andean peaks, Amazonian rainforests, historic ruins and beautiful white beaches, South America is a traveller's delight, and a love story that will start right from the time you first set eyes on it. While a vast, exciting and well-endowed continent, there are a few destinations that are perfect for first-time travellers to the continent.
Starting with Peru, a country full of colour, warmth and adventure, this is a rare chance to explore the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and get a glimpse of 5000-year-old history; take part in the mad and colourful festivals and cultural experiences and experiment with the unique cuisine, from the slow-simmered stews, to the fiery chilli and corn and the velvety Amazonian chocolate.
Moving on to Argentina, the breathtaking natural wonders and the steamy Tango should be at the top of your list, followed by an amazing wine tasting experience around Mendonza, the Buenos Aires food scene and hikes and treks across some really diverse landscapes, from high peaks, rich wetlands, arid deserts, massive ice fields and arid steppes, cool lichen-clad forests, Andean salt flats, a spectacular Lake District, and so much more. While it will probably take a lifetime to truly experience this wealth of sights and culture, you can definitely make a start right away.
If, so far, the level of adventure doesn't quite meet up to your tastes, that's because you haven't yet ventured into the Amazon rainforests. From canoeing through the forest, dozing in a hammock on a boat chugging upriver, waking to the otherworldly cry of howler monkeys to going on a survival tour and an overnight boat trip; there are numerous ways of experiencing this legendary forest, each one more exciting than the last.
Last, but not the least, end your cultural and adventurous fiesta at South America's party place, Rio De Janeiro. Golden beaches, captivating music, a samba-fueled nightlife and spectacular football matches, your dream vacation has just become so much more exciting. Lounge the day away at Copacabana Beach or indulge your inner adventure junkie by hiking across the Tijuca rainforest, cycling alongside the lake and beaches, sailing across Baía de Guanabara, and surfing, rock climbing and hang gliding amid one of the world's most stunning urban landscapes. Every day you spend here will be the best day of your life.
"South America is still largely undiscovered by Indian travellers, in spite of being one of the world's most diverse, exciting, happening and unique continent," says Viren Batra, co-founder of Nirvana Excursions. "It has something for everybody, and is a place that truly touches your soul whether you are a virgin traveller or a seasoned one."
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Innovative San Francisco Company Pioneers New Energy Savings Solutions by Combining Local Storage With Cloud-Based Analytics
Innovative San Francisco Company Pioneers New Energy Savings Solutions by Combining Local Storage With Cloud-Based Analytics
SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - Apr 11, 2012) - Stem, Inc. [www.stem.com], creator of the world's first integrated cloud-based energy optimization solution, today announced its commercial launch with $10.2M in Series A financing. The financing, underwritten by the Angeleno Group and Greener Capital, closed under Stem's predecessor -- Powergetics. Stem will use the funding to market a solution that stands to radically transform the economics of energy consumption in commercial businesses.
Stem is developing a new service that will increase the profitability of commercial businesses by reshaping their electricity consumption curve. The service leverages real time data, cloud-based predictive analytics, state of the art energy storage, and value added services to help businesses optimize their energy use. Electricity continues to be one of the largest expenses for commercial businesses despite the proliferation of energy efficiency technologies. Stem approaches this problem from a fundamentally different perspective by optimizing the electricity that businesses have to use.
"We are transforming the way people use electricity without changing what they do," says Brian Thompson, Founder and CEO of Stem. "For the first time we're using the cloud to run a completely automated system that optimizes how you pull power from the grid."
Stem is the first company to combine the scalable power of cloud computing with state-of-the-art energy storage to create savings that cannot be achieved with any other solution in the market.
"We have evaluated hundreds of companies in the cleantech sector. Stem is the only one that uses big data, cloud computing and energy storage to improve the bottom line," says Zeb Rice, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Angeleno Group, the lead Stem investor.
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It's Crew member Wednesday again and it's Karin's turn. She beautifully decorated a plastic cup with a lid to hold pens and markers that would normally ly around on her desk. What a clever and fun idea!
Hello it's Karin here. This week I'm sharing with you a fun pen box to hide all the stuff that always lies on my desk.
The first thing I did was cut a piece of paper to fit both the cup and the lid.
I chose some nice colors and used an old credit card to spread them. Then I cut the paper in the right size.
I stamped all over the paper and filled the stamped image in with white and coloured acrylic pens.
I glued the paper around the cup and on the lid and finished off my Hide & Seek box with some washi tape around the lid.
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I hope you enjoyed my project and thank you for stopping by!
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Make sure to drop by every Wednesday for ongoing inspiration by my fabulous Crew!
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