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- Vic Snyder and Charles Dilks
In the back and forth last week between a consultant for the Little Rock Technology Park board and boosters of various sites they'd like the board to choose for the park, only a few times did a crucial issue raise its scary head: Money.
Charles Dilks, the consultant who winnowed to four the 23 sites proposed as alternatives to three residential areas that had been considered, referred in public hearings held Oct. 23 and 24 with the public to what he considers "best practices" in park development: Starting small with private, federal, state and local dollars, funding commitments from sponsoring universities and anchor institutions on board.
The Little Rock park has, so far, only a pledge of local investment, $20 million over 10 years from a half-penny sales tax levied since the beginning of 2012, less than half the estimated $50 million cost of building the first structure at the park. This is a far cry from the Virginia Bio-Technology Research Park, which is listed on the Little Rock park's website as a comparable venture. That park was a joint venture of Virginia Commonwealth University, the city of Richmond and the state of Virginia. It opened in 1995 with two VCU research institutes on its campus. The Piedmont Triad Research Park, another comparable site listed on the Little Rock park's website, has as its anchor tenant the Wake Forest School of Medicine's Department of Physiology and Pharmacology.
In a section on financial feasibility, the Angle Technology study — commissioned by the Chamber of Commerce in 2007 in its effort to get the tech park ball rolling and in which Dilks participated — states that without commitments from private companies, the sponsoring universities are going to have to be the financial backbone of the initial construction at the park, by renting half of the building. Universities' "rental commitment" would "range from $495,000 to $990,000 a year," based on an annual rental commitment of $19.75 per square foot for 25,000 to 50,000 square feet, the plan says. Tech park plans call for construction of a 100,000-square-foot building in the first phase. "As a matter of best practice, sponsoring institutions have to take leadership in moving [the park] forward," Dilks told the Arkansas Times. That means the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock must make to a financial commitment "to space or providing land and importantly putting activities in the park that are particularly attractive." That would include a building or a "new research institute." He added, "as to what would make sense here, that would depend on the site. ... I don't know the specifics of what is possible here."
The city sales tax is financing the purchase of the land and infrastructure improvements. The tech park board is looking for another $10 million from the state, $15 million in private donations and $1.45 million in grants.
The commitment from UALR, UAMS, the city of Little Rock and Arkansas Children's Hospital (which is not a sponsor but has pledged financial support) is $500,000, or $125,000 each.
But more than that will not be forthcoming from UAMS, said Chancellor Dan Rahn. "It's conceivable if we have continued research and commercial potential that there could be an extension [of UAMS' campus incubator Bioventures] into the tech park ... but that's really private space. There's no envisioning putting laboratories in the park."
Even with front-end funding, the Richmond park and two other parks on the Little Rock tech park website — Innovista in South Carolina and the Presbyterian Health Foundation research park in Oklahoma City —have had their share of struggles. VCU pulled its funding from Virginia Bio-Technology and the park has turned for help to the state, which has legislated several generous tax breaks for biotech firms. Innovista ran out of money in 2009 and couldn't complete construction of its first buildings until last year. The Presbyterian Health Foundation in Oklahoma City, its finances strained by park costs to the point it could no longer make grants, is selling its research park to the University of Oklahoma.
At the two "facilitated hearings" moderated by a neutral Vic Snyder, the former congressman for the 2nd District and a doctor, proponents for a 10-acre property on Collins Street east of Interstate 30 downtown, for a 30- to 40-acre site on John Barrow Road and for 84 acres at Asher and University commended the Authority board for dropping the Forest Hills and Fair Park neighborhoods and touted the benefits of their sites. (There was no representative for the former Alltel building in Riverdale. Formal presentations for all four sites are scheduled at the tech park board's November meeting.) Despite all the amenities of downtown and enthusiastic backers of the John Barrow site and the proximity to UALR of the Asher Avenue site, Dilks repeatedly noted the fault in their distance to sponsors — even the Asher site, which Dilks said was so close to UALR (right across the street) that UAMS and Arkansas Children's Hospital might feel alienated and lose interest in the park. Only the neighborhood sites — those the city maintains are "off the table" — meet the "five-minute" factor that Dilks and the tech park board have maintained is "the highest success factor," as Dilks wrote in his report to the board, "because the likelihood and willingness of researchers to engage in technology developments in the park can be facilitated or constrained by park location." "There's nothing magical about a five-minute travel time," UAMS' Rahn said Wednesday. "I like the downtown proposal, next to the Clinton School [for Public Policy] and Heifer [International], its proximity to 30 and 630." He likes the Riverdale site as well, which would just be a matter of "going over the hill" from UAMS.
Pressed by a UALR professor on whether a location across the interstate from UAMS (like the Forest Hills neighborhood site identified by Dickson Flake as a possibility, but off the table) would have the same disadvantage as the Asher site, Dilks said yes, but added, "If I had my choice, [the park] would be between the two [UAMS and UALR] and connect them."
What if the board chooses a site that UAMS — which has only two votes on the board — doesn't like? "That would be really awkward, right?" Rahn said. "We're the sponsor but the board is the governing board. It would be hard for us to sponsor a direction that doesn't serve the needs" of the community UAMS serves. The chancellor believes, for that reason, that the board and tech park sponsors will eventually reach consensus.
Another questioner asked Dilks what he was being paid for his work in Little Rock. He said he didn't know if that was an appropriate question and mentioned the chamber, but was cut off by Flake, who said it was a matter of public record. Apparently, Dilks wasn't clear on that fact.


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- mrs C.1/08/2014
Ask yourself these questions. 1) Am I in love with him because of the prospect of living abroad? 2.) Am I ready to be a step mother? 3) Am I in love because of the gifts he bought for me and how he has showered me with money this period? 4) Is his character NOT WORDS that of a man I will be happy with? 5) If I have a child exactly like him will I be happy? After all this,do proper investigation of what he does abroad and the cause of divorce, not what he told you. Don't rush cos you think you're old cos you're not.Marrying a divorcée isn't bad,you just have to be very cautious and wise. God blessReplyDelete
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Oh Dear, Love can get us into webs that we can't untie ourselves from for a long time.ReplyDelete
1. Why did he divorce the other White Woman?.
2. What is his background has he been divorced before?.
3. Are ready to take care and train the Children as you would do your own?*anticipate trouble from those children will be able to bear the hurt*
4. Have you prayed about it?
It can be LOVE for sure but what will happen after the Level of love begin to reduce, when issues arise. What will you hold onto, his character, moral values etc??
Check his basis for divorce so you won't be the next...With God you'll make the right choice.
The truth is that guy may not even be divorced. That's usually the story they tell and it's possible you will stay back here in Nigeria giving birth to his kids.ReplyDeleteReplies
Gbam! Home n abroad wives. U being home base. My dear abroad marriage no dey reign again. Most of these men liv u behind n u keep waiting 4 d day u will join him there. If d 2nd suitor is 70% ok, go 4 that one. Obodo oyibo shld not be d reason u are in love. At 35 u shld make d right decision. Open eye n look deep into d 2nd suitor. If u really think d divorcee is truthful then go wit ur heart then. But check am well!Delete
- Lizzy1/08/2014
So on point. You'll most likely b left behind after d wedding with promises to come 4 u soon and that 'soon' will never come.Delete
I'm pretty sure he aint divorced his wife abroad. Invesigate further and be more than convienced with authentic evidence before u say 'I DO'. Its better you wait and make d right choice rather than settling for trouble because you are over 35. God will direct you to make the right decision.
Why are some of you so sceptical about guys abroad? I live abroad but currently in Nigeria in search of a wife. In my case, I want to move back home. Not right away, but in a few years.Delete
So @ JJ you are back home searching for a wife. Will u take d wife back with u? This one u r saying u have plans to move back home, I suspect u too want to marry n liv d poor woman behind.Delete
Dear poster u need to seek the face of God in dis matter. You need remove the idol in your hrt and seek his direction. Ur marriage has a role to play in your destiny fufillment¤ ensure you a defined communication line with God and ask him to guide• It is bad to buy a house of the paint •Delete
@Makz, I don't plan to take her back with me because it will only complicate things. Since I'm moving back in a few years, why bring her only to tell her we have to leave. If she has a career and job in Nigeria, it would be best if she continued with what she has instead of taking her to a new country, where she would definitely have to undergo some form of training only for me to tell her we have home. I'm not God and don't feel it would be fair to do that to someone. Since, I do not want to put someone in that. position, I won't take them with me.Delete
@Makz, to add to my earlier post, I'm seeking a woman who is happy with their career in Nigeria and only seeks s husband. As I am transitioning, I don't see the problem. If I was seeking s stay-at-home wife, then I will definitely take them with me.Delete
- Duchess1/10/2014
Jj, then wait till you are ready to relocate before marrying. Haba! How can you marry and leave your wife in another country all by herself? Make una dey fear God sometimes fa! Career woman ko, rich woman niDelete
@ JJ you r definitely speaking like d guy u are. I doubt any married woman wants to sleep alone at night. As a married woman, I look fwd to that time I spend wit my hubby. Not communicating thru phones or skpe. So my advice to you is since u r still searching for a wife, just put it on hold, since u will be relocating in a few yrs. 6 months to ur coming back to Nigeria u can begin the search.Delete
Jj I suggest u wait until u hv moved bak oficially to marry. Cos dis ur gist about comin in a few yrs, 8yrs fit b few in ur eyes. You reason am na.Delete
Follow your heart but make sure you see the divorce certificate. You did not indicate where he resides abroad but in most western countries a quick search in their judicial records will reveal if the divorce certificate is real or not some have these cases available for online searches as well so do your research or if you have someone where he resides who can do a physical search for you do so. I am assuming the mother has custody of the children and he as the father has visitation rights but you must treat those children as you would your own. If all goes well and you end up married to him try and get to know their mother so that you do not cross boundaries when it comes to issues to do with her children. As someone who is not particularly keen on birthing her own children i wish I was in your shoes right now. And before people come after me yes there are some women who do not feel the desire to carry a pregnancy if it happens that's fine but I really have no particular desire to get pregnant and all. I have no problems adopting in the future though.ReplyDelete
Pray and follow your heart. In another news, I have a testimony kegels works like magic been doing it for a month now and when hubby came back from village on monday hmm, it was so tight that for the first time in my life we had to use vaseline and hubby has been moving around with a sheepish grin since then, yesterday 4 times and he is forcing the kids to sleep now so that we get down to it again*coversface* thanks all, wives connection rocks!ReplyDelete
There's no point praying about it cos marrying a divorcee is so wrong. keep believing & trusting God your own husband will come.ReplyDeleteReplies
Chei Nigeria how far? See how your people are backward! So divorcees should not marry again abi? These are the statements that make women stay in abusive marriages, hang on to cheating husbands with multiple known mistresses and children littered all over who will bring them HIV, single women will abandon the divorced man they know and love and marry a man they barely know and live in misery because some fool told them marrying a divorcee is wrong or that getting divorced is wrong. Nne or Nna please expose yourself biko travel out, watch international programs on DSTV, that you commented on this issue means you have internet please make very good of search engines stop being so myopic and bush abeg this is 2013 not 1903 and even then people still married divorcees and people got divorced even my African culture allows a calabash to be broken to signify the end of a marriage.Delete
- dorys1/09/2014
YES I AGREE WIT U,DIVORCE IS WRONG AND GOD FROWNS AT IT BUT ONLY IF IT BOTHERS ON WIFE BATTERING AND INTENSE ABUSE THEN ITS OKAY OR SEPARATE FOR A SHORT WHILE FOR COUNSELING, ANYTHING ASIDE THAT CAN BE WORKED UPON WITH PRAYER AND PATIENCEDelete
I hope you are not interested in the man's wealth or location. If not, follow your heart and pray to God to lead you right.ReplyDelete
Y nt study d oda 1 & C if u'l fall in luv wit hm as 4 me marryn a divorcee outside d country is hell;my dear look b4 u leap well well,its well.ReplyDelete
Thank u all for ur advice.I am the poster.It is nt the money or cos he lives abroad afterall he was abroad when he first mentioned it abt 2yrs ago and I declined and he gave me some money at a time wen he came to Nigeria and I politely refused so its nt money or abroad.I just found myself loving him since he came probably cos we spent some time together(nt sex pls) and since then we talk everyday.He wants to begin processing my documents so that we can both go together when he comes for the marriage bt he needs my consent on the marriage proposal cos I havnt said YES.He said he doesn't want to put me under pressure bt at least he cant be left waiting for a reply forever. The thought of telling him I wont marry him hurts me,cos I will definitely miss him.I dnt knw if they will agree to wed me in church cos he's divorced and what will ppl say when they find out I am marrying a divorcee,bt honestly I love this manReplyDeleteReplies
Why are you worried what people will say? Do they own your life? Infact my prayer for you is that you marry this man. If you truly genuinely and honestly love him then say yes. But make sure you confirm that his divorce actually went through and that the certificate is genuine. I don't know your denomination but the church should be able to can marry you. If they pretend to be holier than God and refuse then my dear waka to the nearest registry and get your certificate there and hold your church ceremony abroad when you get there. If you are Catholic or Anglican I know they have laws concerning divorcees and remarriages and rules to be followed before they can perform a second marriage ceremony for the divorced person so you have to talk to your priest about that. After all is it not the same certificate issued by the registry that is issued by some LICENSED churches eg the Catholic and Anglican churches and a few pentecostal ones that you will he will need to file for you documents? So if they give you church wahala waka to the nearest registry and get your marriage certificate. You are old enough to know what you want and go after it stop thinking what society will say does society feed you, do they clothe you, pay your rent will society marry you. Get you big girl panties on and do what you need to do. Infact marry this man so you get out this 15th century thinking mode and expose yourself to other cultures and way of doing things.Delete
I don't. Advocate marrying a divorcee. But everyone has their life to live. Just know that love is a choice, what ever u r feeling right. Now will fade when reality slaps u in the face!White women can. Drag serious baby mama issue, and how.would u cope if u r going thru all these in a country where u know no one... Anyway make an informed choice. So whatever happens in future u will know no one made u do it. Wishing u all the bestReplyDelete
In life there are no guaranteesReplyDelete
both men could disappoint you, both men could make you very happy
you can have a happy marriage in Nigeria, you can have a happy marriage abroad
you can have a miserable marriage in Nigeria, you can have a miserable marriage abroad
Follow your heart but take your brain with you
In life there are no guarantees
we choose our own paths
opportunity comes but once.
In life there are no guarantees
Time waits for no man
Wisdom they say is for the wise
In life there are no guarantees
Change is constant
The fear of the unknown is real
In life there are no guarantees
Pls forget abroad marriage ooo, iam a victim but tnk God am out. Marry the naija guy even if he is poor both of u shuld manageReplyDelete
What evidence is available to show that he is divorced? Being married, he's definitely more experienced in handling woman matter and knows the right things to do/say to make you fall heads-over-heels. Will he continue that way after marriage? Only God can tell.ReplyDelete
Poster, find out why he's divorced and leaving the kids behind – not from him… If possible, get the ex contact and chat her up innocently. You might be surprised what will play out. Note, it takes more than having feelings to have a successful home… Your other guy, has he proposed?
i understand how u feeel n can never judge you for it.let me ask u this:will u sacrifice ur eternal life for marriage.the Bible has clearly stated her stance on divorce n marriageso frm dt point of view,ill say think again n askGod to give u d grace n strength to do d ryt thing.thank uReplyDelete
- Anonymous1/10/2014
Oh pls the bible also gave grounds for divorce and remarriage, read ur bible well and don't misquoteReplyDelete
@ Anonymous 7:25AMReplyDelete
When one party commits adultery or is involved in extramarital affairs.
- Anonymous5/15/2014
It is not all abroad marriages that the women are left behind. I have seen people who came to carry their girlfriends and wives abroad. So u people should stop generalizing. Some single men are worse than divorcees.ReplyDelete
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LEEDS RHINOS winger Ryan Hall is aiming for two Test milestones today.
He is set to win his 30th cap when England face Scotland in the Ladbrokes Four Nations at Coventry's Ricoh Arena (5.30pm). And he will maintain – and potentially improve – his average of a try per international appearance if he gets over the whitewash.
Hall took his tally to 29 touchdowns in as many appearances with England's second and final try in last Saturday's 17-16 loss to New Zealand.
"I love every time I play for England," said Hall, who made his debut in 2009.
"I think it's a great honour and one of the best things you can do as a rugby league player, representing your country.
"And if you'd have asked me when I first started out would I ever get one cap never mind 30, I'd be hard pushed to say yes.
"I'm really proud of this, to get 30 caps and the try scoring is just a by-product of playing in a good team.
"As a winger you tend to score more than those in the middle, but you need a good team around you to supply you with decent ball and luckily I've played with some good teams along the way."
Hall's consistency has made him a key member of recent England teams. He said: "The consistency aspect is what you need to play international rugby. It's fine lines between winning and losing. As you saw at the weekend we lost by a point and probably weren't our most clinical in some areas towards the back end of the game.
"I think we blew some opportunities and ultimately that's why we lost.
"And that's throughout the whole game of international rugby, but it's just what I've managed to do quite well in my career."
England have been accused of having a losing mentality after yet another narrow defeat, but Hall insists that is not the case.
He stressed: "You have to get your mindset right – that's just a given – but I think we have the right people in our squad and some champion players who have won great accolades along the way so they know how to win. I don't think it's a mentality thing as everyone's got the right mentality to win."
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In recent years, the quest for entrepreneurial success has become increasingly complex. Fast technological changes and highly permeable global markets are just two of the many forces that contribute to this dynamic. Yet, at the same time, some of the basic principles remain the same. The key characteristics of entrepreneurs as well as the process of creating new ventures are largely the same, although context dependent. In this seminar we will focus on high-tech entrepreneurship and academic entrepreneurs in an international perspective as this type of entrepreneurship is the most salient for the university environment. This seminar will use the latest international empirical as well as theoretical insights of entrepreneurship studies and innovation studies to increase your understanding of the process of creating new ventures. The tutorial will develop your capacity to generate business ideas, filter them, and recognize the most feasible and potentially profitable opportunities amongst all of the noise present in today's marketplace. This seminar will improve your ability to champion your best ideas in writing.
All students are expected to actively participate in the seminar. Each of the sub-topics covered in the seminar will have compulsory and optional reading. It is expected that students will work on the assignment, present it and participate in the discussions. The assignment will consist of a case study of TU Dortmund and the Dortmund Technology Center. The number of participants of this seminar is limited to 20. The tutorial will include workshop on creativity to help you develop business ideas which you will be further elaborate in your assignment.
Seminar: 4 Credits; task for getting a grade: graded presentation and seminar paper
Tutorial: 3.5 Credits; task for getting the grade: active participation in the tutorial
Prof. Dr. Liudvika Leisyte
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Date and time: Thursday 1st May, 3:30pm, room HG09
Title: "New considerations for incidental learning based on neurological and methodological principles"
There remains a fundamental debate regarding how processing of incidental information implicates neurological diseases and how treatments modulate performance. These issues were explored, in normal participants and neurological patients, using manipulations of the Serial Reaction Task [SRT] in which participants gradually learn a stimulus sequence. Our experiments have demonstrated that the specific metric used to quantify learning and the occurrence of highly salient repeat locations may inflate estimates of learning in tasks with increased motor demands, suggesting the way learning is measured to be of greater significance than once thought. The next study demonstrates that impairments of incidental learning in Parkinson's disease are partially reduced by administration of l-Dopa medication, demonstrating the different effects of medication on learning. Finally, the impact of Deep Brain Stimulation of the GPi is investigated in a population known to have only limited cognitive deficits relating to their illness (dystonia). Despite previous reports of impaired intentional learning in this population, there was no evidence for any impairment before or after stimulation. The implications of these findings are discussed.
Bio:I graduated from Brunel University in 2007 during which I worked as a research fellow at the institute of neurology (IoN) in Queen Square. In 2007 I was awarded an ESRC studentship and went on to complete an MRes at Brunel before my PhD which was in collaboration between Brunel and the IoN.
My research interests are primarily incidental learning and in particular sequence learning. I have worked with both health participants but have mainly conducted research into the effects of surgery and medication on patients with basal ganglia disorders.
I have spent 6 years working in the functional neurosurgery unit at the IoN working with patients with movement disorders applying for Deep Brain Stimulation surgery. I have also worked in supported housing and social care settings with learning disability groups as well as in probation services with high risk and serious offenders.


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Media Contacts:
Danielle Bickelmann
Susie Lomelino
CHICAGO (May 11, 2010) – Adderall is a drug widely reported to increase alertness, concentration, and overall cognitive performance while decreasing fatigue – but it is also a drug widely abused across college campuses. During final exams time and throughout the year, students are consuming this highly addictive drug in order to study, as well as in many cases to lose weight due to the loss of appetite realized when Adderall is taken.
Prescribed on a regular basis to treat ADHD and ADD, Adderall is being sold and handed out in mass quantities to individuals with no prescriptions. The problem is getting worse and the Medical Director at Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center wants to spread the word about the harmful effects of this drug.
"Adderall is overprescribed to all populations, by general psychiatrists and even addiction psychiatrists, without informed consent or understanding by the psychiatrist of dependency risks," said the director. "Many people with addictions and eating disorders seek out psychiatrists who will give them Adderall prescriptions with little to no therapy, diagnostic detail or consideration of non-medication alternatives."
The problem has been researched by The National Survey on Drug Use and Health, who, in a 2009 survey found that "full-time college students aged 18 to 22 were twice as likely as their counterparts who were not full-time college students to have used Adderall non-medically in the past year."
The Timberline Knolls medical director believes the best medication for attention deficit disorder is ongoing, consistent and loving therapeutic attention. Due diligence must be done by professionals to decrease the amount of these prescriptions handed out, and subsequently, decrease the amount of abuse widely seen on college campuses. And education to college students on the drug's addictive nature is key to stopping the severity of abuse being seen.
Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center is located on 43 beautiful acres just outside Chicago, offering a nurturing environment of recovery for women ages 12 and older struggling to overcome eating disorders, substance abuse, mood disorders, and co-occurring disorders. By serving with uncompromising care, relentless compassion and an unconditional joyful spirit, we help our residents help themselves in their recovery. For more information, call 877.257.9611.


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Peter Andre shocks fans with rude jokes about the Australian bush in a saucy appearance on Mrs Brown's Boys
Squeaky-clean Pete gets dirty
PETER Andre has taken part in some slapstick X-rated antics in his All Round To Mrs Brown's appearance.
The squeaky-clean Aussie is a guest on Mrs Brown star's Brendan O'Carroll's Saturday night show, and will shock fans with his rude jokes involving the old lady and being "finished off".
In one scene the dad-of-four jumps on top of Mrs Brown and pretends to have sex with her.
When the OAP gasps that she might have died, Pete, 44, jokes: "If you'd died doing it, you'd have 'come' and gone at the same time."
And the innuendos didn't stop there, when asked if he has visited his native Australia recently, Pete cheekily replies, "I haven't been to the bush for a while," to which Mrs Brown teases, "Stick with me son."
And Pete didn't just limit his flirtations to the "women", he also got into a tug of war with two gay male hairdressers who row over who will "finish him off" in the salon.
It looks like the only way is up for the singer's screen time after this week he revealed he was going to star in a Hollywood film.
Sharing the happy snap online, Peter wrote: "Finally. I've received (after months of talks) my first ever film script. Start filming in LA next year, and…it's a damn big part…. wahoo.!
"I've only waited 44 years. @jhickox I'll see you soon brother. Told you I had big fish to fry."
A description of the film reads: "When a group of sceptical TV ghost hunters stumble upon a real haunting, they think they have hit the jackpot to prove the paranormal does exist.
"With an eminent scientist in tow, they unleash a horror of such magnitude that only the lucky ones are systematically and brutally murdered."


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Informatica Corporation (NASDAQ: INFA), the world's number one independent provider of data integration software, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2011.
"Our third quarter results showcase the growing adoption of our expansive product portfolio," said Sohaib Abbasi, chairman and CEO, Informatica. "The third quarter extends the Informatica track record as the thirty-fourth consecutive quarter of sustained year-over-year revenue growth, despite the Great Recession."
Financial Highlights for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2011
Total revenues for the third quarter of 2011 were $195.9 million, an increase of 21 percent from $161.3 million in the third quarter of 2010. License revenues were $83.7 million, an increase of 20 percent from $69.8 million in the third quarter of 2010.
Income from operations for the third quarter, calculated in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), was $37.2 million, up 15 percent from $32.4 million in the third quarter of 2010.
GAAP net income for the third quarter of 2011 was $27.0 million or $0.24 per diluted share, up over 14 percent from $22.5 million or $0.21 per diluted share in the third quarter of 2010.
Non-GAAP income from operations for the third quarter of 2011 was $53.5 million, up 27 percent from $42.3 million in the third quarter of 2010. Non-GAAP net income for the third quarter of 2011 was $38.1 million or $0.34 per diluted share, up over 21 percent from $29.4 million or $0.28 per diluted share in the third quarter of 2010. Non-GAAP income from operations and non-GAAP net income exclude charges and tax benefits related to the amortization of acquired technology and intangible assets, facilities restructurings, acquisitions and other expenses, investment gains and stock compensation. A reconciliation of GAAP results to non-GAAP results is included below.
For the nine month period ended September 30, 2011, revenues were $556.6 million, an increase of 23 percent from the $452.0 million recorded for the first nine months of 2010. License revenues for the first nine months of 2011 were $241.6 million, up 24 percent from $194.9 million in the first nine months of 2010. GAAP net income for the first nine months of 2011 was $75.1 million or $0.67 per diluted share, up over 34 percent from $51.7 million or $0.50 per diluted share in the first nine months of 2010. Non-GAAP net income for the first nine months of 2011 was $106.7 million or $0.95 per diluted share, up over 30 percent from $76.2 million or $0.73 per diluted share in the first nine months of 2010. For the nine month periods ended September 30, 2011 and September 30, 2010, earnings per diluted share was calculated on an "if converted" basis, including the add-back of $0.8 million and $2.9 million, respectively, of interest and convertible notes issuance cost amortization, net of applicable income taxes. The add-back of $0.8 million for the nine month period ended September 30, 2011 represents interest and convertible note issuance cost amortization until the redemption of the convertible notes on March 18, 2011.
Additional Highlights Achieved Since July 2011:
Conference Call and Webcast
Informatica will discuss its third quarter 2011 results on a conference call today beginning at 2:00 p.m. PDT. A live webcast of the conference call will be available at http://www.informatica.com/investor. A replay of the call will also be available by dialing 706-645-9291, reservation number 57567095.
Informatica Corporation (NASDAQ: INFA) is the world's number one independent provider of data integration software. Organizations around the world rely on Informatica to gain a competitive advantage with timely, relevant and trustworthy data for their top business imperatives. Worldwide, over 4,500 enterprises depend on Informatica for data integration, data quality and big data solutions to access, integrate and trust their information assets residing on premise and in the Cloud. For more information, call +1 650-385-5000 (1-800-653-3871 in the U.S.), or visit www.informatica.com.
Non-GAAP Financial Information
To supplement Informatica's condensed consolidated financial statements prepared and presented on a GAAP basis, Informatica uses non-GAAP financial measures of income from operations, net income and net income per share. These measures are adjusted from income from operations, net income or net income per share prepared in accordance with GAAP to exclude the charges and expenses discussed above. The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures are not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for, or superior to, income from operations, net income or net income per share prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Informatica believes the disclosure of such non-GAAP financial measures is appropriate to enhance an overall understanding of its financial performance, its financial and operational decision making, and as a means to evaluate period to period comparisons. These adjustments to the Company's GAAP results are made with the intent of providing both management and investors a more complete understanding of Informatica's performance, by excluding certain expenses and expenditures such as non-cash charges and discrete charges that are infrequent in nature, such as charges related to acquisitions, that may not be indicative of its underlying operating results. In addition, Informatica believes these non-GAAP financial measures are useful to investors because they allow for greater transparency into the indicators used by management as a basis for its financial and operational decision making. Informatica believes that the disclosure of these non-GAAP financial measures provides consistency and comparability of its recent financial results with its historical financial results, as well as to the operating results of similar companies in Informatica's industry, many of which present similar non-GAAP financial measures to investors. As an example, Informatica believes that it enhances comparability with similar companies' operating results by excluding stock compensation in its non-GAAP financial measures because of the different types of stock-based awards that companies may grant and because ASC 718 ("Stock Compensation") allows companies to use different valuation methodologies and subjective assumptions. In addition, Informatica believes that both management and investors benefit from referring to these non-GAAP financial measures when planning, analyzing and forecasting future periods. There are a number of limitations related to these non-GAAP financial measures: (1) the non-GAAP measures exclude some costs that are recurring, particularly stock compensation, and we believe that stock compensation will continue to be a significant recurring expense for the foreseeable future; because stock compensation is an important part of our employees' compensation, such payments can impact their performance; and (2) the items we exclude in our non-GAAP measures may differ from the components our peer companies exclude when they report their non-GAAP measures. Management compensates for these limitations by providing specific information regarding the GAAP amounts excluded from non-GAAP measures and evaluating non-GAAP measures together with the corresponding measures calculated in accordance with GAAP.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including those relating to the expansion of our markets, acquisitions and the critical role of data integration. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from the results described in this press release. The potential risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ include, among others, risks related to competition with larger companies that have longer operating histories or greater financial, technical, marketing and other resources; and uncertainty in the state of IT spending and the growth of the market for data integration solutions in general. Additional risks and uncertainties are included under the caption "Risk Factors" in Informatica's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2011, which has been filed with the SEC and is available on our investor relations website at http://www.informatica.com. All information provided in this release is as of October 20, 2011 and Informatica undertakes no duty to update this information.
Note: Informatica, PowerCenter,Informatica Cloud, Informatica Cloud Administration, Informatica Data Replication, Informatica Dynamic Data Masking and Informatica Marketplace are trademarks or registered trademarks of Informatica Corporation in the United States and in jurisdictions throughout the world. All other company and product names may be trade names or trademarks of their respective owners.


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The horrific scenes from the Boston Marathon bombings had a dreadful quality of déjà vu about them.
New Yorkers in particular remember the shock, horror and disbelief that we all felt on September 11 2001.
Incredibly, since that time and due to a combination of dedicated intelligence work, luck and terrorist incompetence, we have been spared the grisly scenes of death and destruction.
Yet there they were again on Monday, a very special day in the most Irish city in America, a special holiday commemorating the defeat of the British and in recent times the highlight of the Boston Marathon.
It is well-known that marathons are notoriously difficult to police. You have hundreds of thousands of spectators, thousands of runners, a festive atmosphere and people letting their guard down.
This also holds true for St. Patrick's Day parades and July 4th celebrations. The ingredients for disaster are all there, with large crowds and a festive air, with security issues far below the radar.
Top New York cops have long feared an attack at the marathon in the city, and have identified it as one of the most vulnerable events of the year.
So we should not be surprised that the marathon in Boston was subject to a terrorist attack.
The injuries inflicted were horrific and a large number were on young children, no doubt brought to the marathon by their parents to take part in one of Boston's most precious days.
Instead a cowardly and vicious attack took place on an American institution.
Right after the attack, as in 9/11, we saw the unquenchable spirit too. Even though a bomb had just gone off hundreds rushed to help at the scene of the crime, not caring about their own safety in order to help the wounded.
It was thus after 9/11 too when the shocked survivors left the wreckage behind, and people poured form the buildings to give them support and help.
The bomb in Boston forces us to realize once again just how unsafe our modern world is. From school massacres to bombs at family events like a marathon, there are truly evil people on this earth who will stop at nothing to inflict pain and death on the most vulnerable and innocent.
Doubtless in the days and weeks ahead the reason for the bombing will become apparent, and who perpetrated the act will become known.
We do not know the identity at the time of writing, but the perpetrators will only have succeeded in strengthening people's resolve that such heinous acts will never succeed.
America will mourn those we have lost like we did at Newtown, on 9/11 and many other places and times of hurt and heartbreak.
But the resolve and the will to never give in to track down and punish, to make whole and get justice for the victims if that is at all possible will live on as always.
Murder most foul was committed in Boston on April 15, but the spirit of America will continue on undaunted. It will take more than cowardly acts of killing children to break that.


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Home > Library > Articles & Essays > Rape & Pregnancy
© Pandora's Aquarium 2006
Please note that the links in this article have been carefully selected for their objectivity which means they are unlikely to contain pushy philosophies about what you should do. However, no claim is made for the complete accuracy of information contained in links, and you are encouraged to ask any further questions you may have. Importantly, if you think you may be pregnant by rape, you are advised to seek professional help as soon as possible.
Rape Related Pregnancy: How Common is It?
Some statistics report that conception as a result of rape occurs in less than one percent of cases, while other
studies indicate higher figures such as 4.7%. Rape-related Pregnancy may be more widespread than we know - many women are understandably reluctant to talk about it. Common contexts for conception in rape are war and domestic violence settings.
However, if you are here because you're facing a rape-related pregnancy, it doesn't really matter what the statistics or settings are, it can be a terrifying and isolating thing to face. It's most important that you know you don't have to face it alone.
If You Have Just Been Raped: Support Numbers and The Morning After Pill
If you have been raped, please consider calling the police. If you don't want to press charges, you can still have a hospital check, and get the support of a rape crisis worker in doing so. For rape crisis numbers, please go here. Here, also, is a page providing further information on what to do if you have been raped.
If you want access to the morning after pill to stop possible conception from the rape, it's important that you act quickly. In some places, it can be purchased over the counter, or you can ask the attending doctor about it - and any possible risks. A rape crisis worker should advocate for you about this if you are not offered it. For information on the morning after pill, what it is and how it works, please see this link: Morning After Pill
Missed Your Period and Scared?
You may be in a position where you were raped recently, and have not yet menstruated. You might have considered that you are pregnant and feel numb, or absolutely terrified and losing sleep. Both reactions are completely understandable. If you have not confided in anybody about the rape, you may be afraid of doing so, but please try to reach out - this isn't going to go away. You have absolutely nothing to be ashamed of - the rape was not your fault under any circumstances .
If you don't feel that you have a friend or family member you can go to, please call a counsellor, who can talk to you about the fear you face. They can also support you as you find out whether you are pregnant. Go here for numbers for rape crisis
Home pregnancy kits can be purchased from a pharmacy or supermarket quite cheaply - please check directions and other information regarding reliability. Again, you might wish to have a support person who can be with you as you find out, and support you when you get the results.
Please do see a doctor shortly after if the results are positive. Also, even if it is negative, be aware that kits are not infallible.
You've Found Out You're Pregnant By Rape - Decisions and Resources
Again, you might feel a range of emotions, from fear to confusion and numbness. You may, like I did, also deny that you are pregnant, or that the pregnancy could be a result of the rape. You may be wondering what on earth you're going to do. If you are not already clear about what you wish to do, it is perfectly fine for you to take time as you think about what you need to do. Please engage good support as you weigh up your options.
Be careful of people with agendas: You may have noticed that rape-related pregnancy is something that many people have strong opinions about. You might hear advice that, though well intentioned, is not what is suitable for you and your life. It is absolutely okay for you to disregard what does not feel right for you. The choice is ultimately yours, and you do not need to justify it. In being raped, you have had choice taken away from you. It's very important that you are empowered to make the best choices for yourself now. While you are encouraged to seek help from others, watch for their biases. People with a pro-abortion, pro-life or pro-adoption position may use language about what is right for you that can feel coercive and pressurizing. Sometimes, too, biases can be concealed - for example, an organisation calling itself a "crisis pregnancy support service" may actually hold a strong anti-abortion position that it does not openly disclose until women attempt to use the service. So, in seeking out such services, don't be afraid to ask for their position on all options, or have a friend sound them out for you. Do NOT listen to people who want to suggest that you're being selfish and only thinking about yourself - they may be only thinking about their own bias!
Of course, many people who hold definite positions are also able to be respectful of other's opinions and beliefs without imposing their own, it's just something else for you to be aware of. You are looking for people who will listen as you weigh up the different aspects of your dilemma and make a decision. Many women have been scarred further because others overrode them or forced decisions upon them. Please don't you be one of them.
What you choose is likely to be subject to different factors such as your values, your age, what you believe you can cope with and other life-circumstances such as whether you have other children.Before we go onto discussing options, here is a useful page that may also be helpful: Making a choice: A woman-centered approach to looking at pregnancy options.
Abortion - If you are thinking about terminating the pregnancy, time is a factor. You may want some counselling about this, and we'll look at that below. Be sure you are fully informed about procedures, costs and other. Check the following links out, and definitely ask your doctor for clarification of any issues or questions you may have:
It is to no degree your fault or responsibility that you are pregnant, so if you are not morally opposed to termination, others should not make you feel bad about using this option. Nobody has the right to force their values onto you. The same is true in reverse - if you have religious or other grounds for not wishing to have an abortion, this needs to be respected and your choice supported - abortion in the case of rape-related pregnancy isn't always the no-brainer that it is often assumed to be. Either way, just remember that this isn't about other people's values.
If you do terminate, it may be a very emotional time, requiring you to have good supports, including non-directive pre-abortion counselling. If you are not completely sure about terminating, non-directive counselling - which means counselling that will help you explore uncertainties without pushing for a certain outcome, is available at most abortion clinics. It may be best not to wait until the day of your appointment. If you are thinking about terminating but you want counselling, please ask the clinic what they offer before the day of your appointment. While many clinics offer counselling, for some this means they have a team-member trained in psychology who will see you before the day of the appointment more than once if desired, and for others it may mean half-an-hour with a clinic nurse on the day of the appointment. If the clinic does not offer counselling services that feel adequate to you, ask what else they recommend.
Of course, for some women, terminating a rape-related pregnancy is not something they are in much doubt about, and they don't feel the need for counselling. This is absolutely fine - in most places you are not required to have counselling; it is just important that if you do want it, you get it and that you feel you have adequately explored doubts you may have.
While survivors of rape do feel relieved after a termination, some women may grieve - regardless of the circumstances of conception. Or, you may feel a mixture of both relief and sadness. If you are experiencing grief after abortion, here is a link to a group recommended as an excellent source of support: http://www.afterabortion.com (site is politically neutral and not religion-based). Also, you can ask the clinic you're attending about post-abortion counselling support.
Adoption - This is an option for some women who have conceived in rape. There will be many considerations for you in this, and there is help available. You will need a lot of sensitive, gentle care as you work through any concerns you have. Please look at these links:
- Adoption Support UK
- Kinship Center USA
- Children by Choice Association Australia - Adoption information and links
Women who have relinquished their babies for adoption, may know that this was the right choice. If so, that's great. But even where they know it was the right thing to do, there might still be grief issues. If you have experienced this, please get support - again look at the above links. This decision must be yours - supported but not foisted upon you by others. For example, nobody should ever try to coerce you into seeing your rape and the pregnancy have the "purpose" of giving a "gift" to childless couples (when it happened to me, some people whom I had told immediately raised that there were "lovely childless couples who want to adopt" practically before the words were out of my mouth!). If that is the sense you make of what has happened to you, that's okay, as long as you know that your well-being is a priority and that it is certainly not incumbent upon you to go through a pregnancy and birth to provide a baby for other people.
Keeping the Child - You may wish to keep the child. You could have uncertainties about how you will manage this in light of the conception. Questions may arise, like what if the baby looks like the rapist, whether the reminder will be too hard or what to say if the child asks questions. It's a good idea to have somebody you can explore those fears with; again, I suggest counselling. You can also talk your fears over with other mothers here at Pandora's Aquarium. People often seem to be of the opinion that keeping the child is an impossible proposition. People often seem to be of the opinion that keeping the child is an impossible proposition. But, where such a decision is not forced on the woman, it is an option - neither inferior nor superior to other choices, but a very real choice. It must be acknowledged that some women do want to keep rape-conceived babies. Those of us who have made this choice quite often find that problems can be worked through with the right help. We have very loving relationships with our children. Please see a mother's story here. Also be aware that this in no way dismisses women - or their children - who have found the difficulties overwhelmingly traumatic. If you are going to continue the pregnancy and keep the child, it is most important for both of you that you have support and space to metabolise the trauma of the rape.
If you choose to continue with the pregnancy, please ask your sexual assault/rape crisis centre if they know what supports are available for rape-related pregnancy. Many women find after rape, that they don't feel very good about their bodies. If you continue the pregnancy, self-care is especially important. Please make sure you talk with a physician, or women's health nurse, about the best ways of ensuring this.
If you'd like others to share with at this difficult time:
Pandora's Aquarium - We have a forum for you to ask for and get support from other women who have been or are pregnant from rape, and who terminated, relinquished or kept the child. Please don't be afraid to use it.
Miscarriage and Stillbirth
Some women decide to go ahead with a rape-conceived pregnancy, but experience miscarriage or stillbirth. I have known women who were heartbroken by this. People who know the baby was rape-conceived might suggest that the loss was fortunate, or "all for the best." However, this may not be how you feel - if so, you deserve somebody who can hear your pain. Some women feel that loss of the baby is a punishment i.e. it happened because they may have had doubts about wanting the child. Of course it isn't a punishment, but again, please have somebody who will validate your grief to support you.
Here is a list of international miscarriage and stillbirth support links. You can also join Pandora's Aquarium - the Pregnancy forum has a subforum for women who experienced miscarriage and stillbirth, and many of whom understand the impact that loss of a rape-conceived baby can have. You can ask for and receive support there.
My Rapist Was My Partner - Can He Make Me Have This Child?
Relationships are unfortunately the most common setting for sexual violence, and pregnancy as a result of partner rape is frequent.. Please visit Aphrodite Wounded for information about partner rape, and see this page on forced or coerced pregnancy. You'll find links to domestic violence, and other hotlines. You can also seek help from a rape crisis service.
You are still entitled to choose what your future regarding a rape-related pregnancy will be, but please, do get all the information you can. Domestic Violence services will point you to legal services who can better inform you of your status.
I Don't Want Anybody To Know I Was Raped
It is not ideal for nobody to know, primarily because you deserve support. If you are pregnant and you're continuing the pregnancy, it will become obvious to others. Although it is up to you how much you choose to tell people (how you got pregnant is nobody's business unless you want to tell them) I do strongly urge you to think about whom you have in your life that you can confide in.
If you are a woman in a married or other relationship, you may not wish your partner to know you were raped, or you may be a young person who is pregnant by incestuous abuse, and are frightened of the consequences of telling. You really do need to speak to somebody as soon as possible, and you may feel relieved. You may choose to start with a rape counsellor - go here for numbers
Whose Baby Is It?
If you are a woman who is in a married or other relationship, you may not know whether the child you carry is that of your partner, or the rapist. This could have bearing on what you want to do. DNA testing to help you determine paternity may be an option - please see this link for more information: DNA Testing in Pregnancy.
It's in The Past, But I'd Like To Share With Others
My journey through fifteen years was largely a very lonely one, and I would dearly have loved to find people who understood what it was like, to share with. Regardless of your decision, you could feel the same way. Ask your sexual assault service if they know of anything available for support. One option is joining Pandora's Aquarium for the company of other women who have been, or are, pregnant from rape, and who terminated, relinquished or kept the child there is a very successful forum for these issues.
If You Are A Person who was Conceived In Rape
You could feel very, very sad, and question your right to be here. You do have that right, friend. Just as somebody else's abusive behaviour was not your mother's fault, neither in any way is it yours. Please believe me when I say that YOUR feelings, YOUR pain, are not less valid than anybody else's. You also deserve support, respect and care.
The Stigma group for people conceived in rape is staffed by very kind, caring people. Please follow these links to join: Stigma's Mailing List - That part of the group is strictly for those conceived by rape/incest, or the mother or adoptive parent of a child in this situation and Stigma Community Message Board with open discussions.
Some Useful Links
- Know More, Say More - excellent site focusing on coercive reproduction and rape/domestic violence - also for teenage girls. You can get advice and read stories there.
- Rape Related Pregnancy Factsheet - Good medical and other advice
- Pregnancy following rape - Article by Centre Against Sexual Assault (CASA) Victoria
- Telling your child about his/her rape conception - a brief and very helpful article.
- Rape-Related Pregnancy and Pregnancy Loss - Margie's beautiful and expansive site
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Most certified/registered medical technologists are employed in the clinical laboratories of hospitals. Other opportunities exist in the following areas:
Employment opportunities are good for medical technologists. Salaries vary depending on a number of factors. Starting salaries for the registered/certified medical technologist employed in a hospital in the Mid-West is ~$32,000.
The rapid, exponential expansion of scientific knowledge, including medical knowledge, makes it imperative that the medical technologist take advantage of continuing education opportunities. In addition, to self-study, various professional organizations such as ASCP, ASMT, and others, conduct short courses on new developments in clinical laboratory science. Other opportunities are found in short courses, workshops, etc. conducted by colleges and universities, and by manufacturers of clinical laboratory equipment.
All universities that have complete graduate schools have advanced degree programs in areas such as biochemistry, bacteriology, virology, immunology, physiology, molecular biology, etc., that are directly pertinent to medical technology. For more detailed information, the student can contact:
Education Committee
American Society for Medical Technology
330 Meadow Fern
Houston, TX 77067
Clinical programs vary in their policies regarding the acceptance of foreign students. Some programs will accept only students who hold U.S.A. citizenship. Some programs will accept foreign students, providing they are here on immigrant status. Many programs will not accept non-immigrant foreign students. Those who do, will insist that the student be facile in verbal and written English as a condition of acceptance.
Admittance to clinical programs is competitive and the completion of the three years of pre-clinical work does not guarantee admission to clinical study. In the event of unsuccessful application, the student should, by all means, return for his/her senior year and complete the baccalaureate program. The most convenient majors are Biology, Chemistry or Interdisciplinary Studies.
The student should also re-apply to clinical programs of interest early in the senior year. As is stated earlier in this document, extra weight is given to the application of a student who will hold the baccalaureate degree before entering the clinical program; however the holding of the degree does not guarantee admission.


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Australia's Archie Thompson has made light of his comment that Brazilian Neymar, who recently moved to Barcelona for $74 million (47 million pounds), was overrated, putting the remark down to jetlag or mistranslation.
The Socceroos take on the 2014 World Cup hosts in a friendly in Brasilia on Saturday and Thompson livened up pre-match exchanges by saying he thought Neymar was overrated and his team-mate Oscar was a better player.
Forward Neymar responded to the Melbourne Victory striker in a news conference with the withering question: "What's his name?", according to Brazilian media reports.
"It was the jetlag or the Brazilian reporter didn't understand my Portuguese," New Zealand-born Thompson quipped in a Tweet from Brasilia on Thursday.
Thompson has scored 28 goals in 53 internationals, a tally inflated by the world record 13 he scored when Australia beat American Samoa 31-0 in World Cup qualifying in 2001.
Image: Archie Thompson
Photograph: Scott Barbour/Getty Images


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Let Zumba fitness be your stress reliever.
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To improve core stability, flexibility and strength.
A fun overall body workout to music.
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Join the tALk active team at Shelley Village Gala
On Sunday 10th July from 1.30 - 4.30pm on Shelley Cricket Field which is part of Shelley Park, HD8 8JY.
The tALk active Zumba Demo is on at 2.30pm, why not join in the dancing.
Zumbawear will also be available to buy.
Join the tALk active team at Upmarket Sunday in Huddersfield on Sunday 10th July 2016
The next Upmarket Sunday, is taking place at the Huddersfield Open Market, Byram Street and has the theme of 'Taste of Rio'.
Open 11am until 4pm the tALk active team will be there if you fancy joining in with our zumba demonstrations. There will be two 30 minute demos, one at 11.30am and another at 12.30pm.
There will be lots of stalls; possibly a Samba band, kids' rides, dancing, shopping, eating, showcasing and ZUMBA with tALkactive!
Browse antiques, collectibles, and arts and crafts, try contemporary and vintage fashions for size; then sample Yorkshire food and drink and treat yourself to some delicious street food.This monthly market is a real hidden gem, showcasing some of our best local and independent producers and artisans. You are guaranteed to find something different, unique and a little quirky.
As well as locally produced food and drink, browse vintage and contemporary fashions, buy handmade jewellery, art and photography and more, Enjoy lunch, soak up the atmosphere and make shopping a pleasure not a chore.
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at Slaithwaite Civic Hallon
Saturday 11th June 2016
10.30am till 11.30am
£5 entry
at Scissett Middle School on
Friday 13th May 2016
7pm till 8pm


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Sunny Leone: Sexy Baby Girl Song | Tera Intezaar | Arbaaz Khan | Swati Sharma, Lil Golu
Presenting the video song "Sexy Baby Girl" from the film, "Tera Intezaar" It is an upcoming 2017 Bollywood Musical Romantic Thriller, directed by Raajeev Walia and produced by Aman Mehta & Bijal Mehta of Bageshree Films along with associate producers Ruby Prem Singh, Pankaj Thakkar & Manoj Sanghvi.
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Gaana : http://bit.ly/Barbie-Girl-Tera-Intezaar-Gaana
The film stars Arbaaz Khan and Sunny Leone in lead roles along with Sudha Chandran, Salil Ankola, Riecha Sharma, Gowhar Khan, Hanif Noyda, Bhani Singh & Aarya Babbar.
Song- Sexy Baby Girl
Singer – Swati Sharma And Lil Golu
Music By – Raaj Aashoo
Lyrics By – Shabbir Ahmed
Rap- Lil Golu
Female Rap – Hritiqa Chheber
Programmed And Arranged By Aditya Dev
Mixed And Mastered By Vijay Dayal At Yashraj Studios
Music Assistant- Laxmikant Funde Kendell Borthwick At Aminor Studio
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Name and Class of model: Federation Fleet Tug (with 2 cargo pods) Model based on FCA HeavyCruiser (Enterprise) (Pneumonic81) Original Modeler: Pneumonic81, Lord Schtupp (pod and hook-up) Original Textures: Pneumonic81, Lord Schtupp
Kitbash Modeler and textures: FireSoul
Steps to install Unzip and into a folder called "ftg2p" and place in \Assets\Models\. Then edit the shiplist.txt and change the ftg2p to point at the "ftg2p" .mod. Enjoy
UI Instructions This model uses the FCL UI of SFC:EAW and SFC:OP.
Copyright and Distribution Permissions THIS PATCH IS NOT MADE, DISTRIBUTED, OR SUPPORTED BY INTERPLAY TM & (C) INTERPLAY & PARAMOUNT PICTURES.
Copyright notices:
Star Trek, Star Fleet Command, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Voyager (and the various logo devices used in them) are copyright Paramount Pictures, as are the characters, related images, and sound from the productions.
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