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A proposal to replace an Interstate 5 bridge over the Columbia River is dead after more than a decade of planning. The Oregon Legislature did not reinstate construction funds for the proposed joint venture with Washington state, thereby allowing the project to die on the vine.
"Expenditures will be reduced immediately; further design and deliverable development will not occur. The project will shut down completely by May 31, 2014," Oregon Department of Transportation Director Matthew Garrett announced online Friday, March 7.
Garrett said the agency will keep all the paperwork on file in case someone revives the project in the future.
The Columbia River Crossing bridge replacement project was estimated at between $3 billion and $4 billion and would have been equipped for light rail and pedestrian walkways.
The kicker for long-haul truckers is the project would have relied heavily on tolls. Early proposals pegged the rate for five-axle trucks at $12 per trip, and the rate would have varied depending on traffic congestion. The more congested the roadway, the higher the toll rate.
OOIDA opposed various aspects of the project – tolls on an interstate bridge funded with federal tax dollars, the use of toll revenue to subsidize light rail projects, and another aspect of the project that called for tolls on the nearby I-205 bridge to supplement the project costs. Tolls on the I-205 bridge would have eliminated a toll-free alternative to the I-5.
Surveys by the bi-state Columbia River Project team showed that the public also soundly rejected the idea of tolls on the I-205 alternative.
Eight of nine roadway bridges over the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington have used tolls at one time or another as a partial funding mechanism, according to project officials.
In April 2013, then-Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood held a press conference with Washington state lawmakers to say it was now or never to build the bridge. He said the federal government was prepared to sink "millions of dollars into the project."
Washington state was still working on funding for its share of project costs, while Oregon had approved the first $450 million to get the ball rolling.
As of Monday, March 10, it was not clear where Oregon's seed money would end up or if it would go back to the state's transportation fund.


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The Joint Advanced Warfighting Division (JAWD) focuses on the needs of the joint force commander and, in particular, the future joint force commander. To meet those needs, JAWD researchers are transitioning from traditional support for the war to support for the new overarching concept for joint operations called for in the January 2012 defense strategic guidance and the September 2012 Capstone Concept for Joint Operations. Specifically, the division is engaged in the following:
JAWD's extensive support to warfighters also uniquely positions it to provide analytic support to post-war programmatic decisions. As DoD reviews capabilities, JAWD provides an independent analytic review of the capabilities built during the war and which ones to maintain to support the joint concept.
JAWD researchers' exceptional blend of technical, analytic, and operational skills provide sponsors rigorous and structured analysis to explore military uses and the links between a new concept or technology and a military context and use (i.e., force and technology combinations specific to objectives and regions). Nearly 97 percent of the staff hold advanced degrees, more than a third of which are at the doctorate level. Our researchers come from varied academic backgrounds – fully half from the fields of economics and the social and political sciences; the rest hold degrees in the hard sciences, engineering, math, operations research, and computer sciences.
As JAWD continues to evolve, its researchers, grounded in science and military arts, must think broadly to find creative ways to reach military objectives.
Battle Site Survey Team arrives in Mazar-e Sharif, Afghanistan. Extracted from Operation Enduring Freedom Battle Reconstruction: Battle Site Survey and Ground Force Data Reconciliation, IDA Document D-4223.
A Decade of Afghans Improving Their Lives
Joel B. Resnick, Jack A. Jackson, IDA Document D-4606, May 2012
Policing in Afghanistan Reform that Respects Tradition: Need for a Strategic Shift
Lt. Col. James A. From, USAF, Joseph D. Keefe, John P. Cann, Christopher S. Ploszaj, William B. Simpkins, IDA Paper P-4604, May 2010
Mobility Capabilities and Requirements Study 2016 Accredition Report, Volume I: Summary
Jack Jackson, IDA Paper P-4475, July 2009
The Battle for Fallujah, Al Fajr‐the Myth-buster
William Knarr, Major Robert Castro, US Marine Corps, with Dianne Fuller, IDA Paper P-4455, September 2009
Project 1946
Kevin M. Woods, William Murray, Thomas Holaday, IDA Document D-3530, December 2007
Learning from the First Victory of the 21st Century: Mazar-e Sharif, An Educational/Training Resource Guide
Bill Knarr, October 2001
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My sister's granddaughter got married last night and she read this poem at the reception. This is one of my very first shows about 2006 with Gold. This is my daughter; she is married with two boys 14 and 11 since she would kill me if I told her age, but I think you can tell by my styling 60's maternity dress when we tried to hide "the bump" but just 2 weeks before she was born, so no way to hide it. I could barely get out of the chair.
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Vegard Forren capped his debut with a goal but Saints' Under-21s could not hold out for a win against their Liverpool counterparts.
With Forren making his first appearance at any level since signing for the Club in January, the Norwegian's volley on the half-hour had put his side in the ascendancy.
But Liverpool – beaten just twice all season – equalised through Krisztian Adorjan 13 minutes from time to take a share of the spoils.
U21 Coach Martin Hunter made one change to the side that beat West Bromwich Albion a week ago, bringing in Forren for his first appearance since signing for the Club in mid-January.
Paulo Gazzaniga started in goal for the fourth game in a row, while Forren was joined in defence by Calum Chambers, skipper Jack Stephens and Matt Targett.
Despite having made a substitute appearance for the First Team on Saturday, James Ward-Prowse was included in midfield along with Andy Robinson and Corby Moore.
Saints' three-man forward line consisted of Alberto Seidi, Jake Sinclair and Omar Rowe, all of whom have netted in recent weeks for Hunter's side.
Liverpool, meanwhile, selected an XI including four players who have appeared for their first team this season in the form of Andre Wisdom, Conor Coady, Suso and England international Jonjo Shelvey.
It took until the 12th minute for either side to register an effort on goal, and it was Spaniard Suso who tried his luck only to see his 20-yarder easily held by Gazzaniga.
With the visitors in the ascendancy, it was then the turn of winger Adam Morgan to take aim having exchanged passes with Suso but his effort flew well wide.
Saints had the ball in the back of the net on 17 minutes when Rowe's low centre from the left was poked in by Seidi only for the Portuguese winger to see his finish ruled out by an offside flag.
Two minutes later, Rowe was again the provider as his inswinging corner found the head of Chambers but the Southampton right-back headed against the near post from close range.
Forren almost grabbed himself an unlikely goal midway through the first period when he burst over halfway and exchanged passes with Rowe before seeing his vicious drive deflect narrowly wide of Peter Gulasci's goal.
Moments later a superbly-weighted pass out of the Reds' midfield set Morgan clear of Forren but, with only Gazzaniga to beat, the 18-year-old somehow slid the ball wide of the post.
But it was FORREN who scored the game's opener on the half-hour when another good corner by Rowe was not dealt with, allowing the Norwegian to power in from a tight angle.
Defender Forren tried his luck again five minutes later when Robinson's corner was partially cleared, but his first-time volley dipped just the wrong side of Gulasci's crossbar.
Liverpool thought they had levelled three minutes before the break when Shelvey's shot was diverted in by Adorjan but the Hungarian was correctly flagged as being offside in doing so.
The first chance of the second half went Saints' way as midfielder Robinson took aim with a free-kick 25 yards out, and his swirling effort had Gulasci back-peddling but dropped just wide of the far post.
Hunter looked to refresh his side's attacking efforts eight minutes into the second half, bringing on Sam McQueen for Seidi on the right flank.
18-year-old McQueen had the ball in the net within two minutes of coming on as he bundled in Sinclair's low cross only to see his effort chalked off by an offside flag.
Then, a few minutes later, more good wing play by Sinclair saw him find onrushing midfielder Moore but his close-range attempt span agonisingly wide of the far post.
Liverpool began to find their feet around the hour mark, with Adorjan seeing one effort saved by Gazzaniga then another excellently blocked by Forren.
The lively McQueen then tested Gulasci after cutting onto his left foot and sending a rasping drive towards the Liverpool goal, before Joao Teixeira saw a powerful shot held by Gazzaniga.
Some great teamwork involving Rowe, Sinclair and Ward-Prowse then saw the ball break nicely for the latter but his piledriver deflected just wide of the visitors' goal.
Moore was then denied from close range by Gulasci while, at the other end, a smart free kick from Suso teed up Shelvey to fire the ball well over the bar and into the empty Northam Stand.
But the visitors did eventually get themselves back on level terms with 77 minutes gone when ADORJAN was picked out by Shelvey's excellent cross, allowing the Hungarian to head in with ease.
Liverpool substitute Jack Dunn then tried his luck with a left-footed snapshot that Gazzaniga held gratefully, before Hunter gave Gboly Ariyibi his Under-21s debut on 90 minutes.
There was still time for one last chance as the impressive Suso jinked his way into the Saints box only to be denied by the legs of Gazzaniga.
Saints U21s: Gazzaniga, Chambers, Stephens (c), Forren, Targett, Robinson, Ward-Prowse, Moore, Seidi (McQueen 53), Sinclair (Ariyibi 90), Rowe. Subs (not used): Johns (GK), Curtis, Turnbull.
Goals: Forren (30)
Bookings: Sinclair (65)
Liverpool U21s: Gulacsi, Roddan, Wisdom, Sama, Jones, Coady (c), Morgan (Dunn 73), Teixeira, Shelvey, Suso, Adorjan. Subs (not used): Ward (GK), Nacho, Brannagan, Baio.
Goals: Adorjan (77)
Bookings: Shelvey (44)
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In 2004 one of our sister publications, the Offshore Support Journal (OSJ), covered the first order for a new class of offshore vessel, Mayflower's Turbine Installation Vessel.
Since then the offshore wind sector has grown at an incredible rate. We've covered the developments all the way through OSJ and took the decision, due to the sheer volume of information we weren't able to cover, to launch a dedicated journal. The new quarterly, Offshore Wind Journal, was first published in June 2012 and quarterly since.
Offshore Wind Journal uniquely brings together all the stakeholders in the industry under one umbrella and projects these as a whole to its readership.
Offshore Wind Journal is produced by Riviera Maritime Media, Europe's leading publisher of marine and offshore journals and a leading organiser of events for these markets. Riviera's unrivalled experience, knowledge and contacts in this sector enable Offshore Wind Journal to present authoritative coverage and analysis.
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Showers will continue as a cold front pushes through the region, ending for most through the early evening. Skies will partially clear in the wake of the front. Low temperatures will be mild, in the upper 30s across the area.
A strong southerly flow persists across the area into the weekend, and this will warm temperatures well above average. Some clouds will stick around through Saturday, keeping temperatures contained to the lower to middle 50s. Our next system approaches by Sunday, and this brings more clouds along with the chance for some showers. Highs will be in the middle to upper 50s.
Some showers will linger into Monday, with even a stray shower possible on Tuesday. Highs will drop back into the 40s. Wednesday and Thursday will be dry, bringing sunshine and some clouds too. By Friday, some cold air is scheduled to work into the area, cooling temperatures below average into the lower 30s.
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Nextant Aerospace Taps Constant Aviation for Beechjet 400A/XP Pro Line 21™ Flight Deck Upgrade Installations
First Authorized Dealer for Newly Certified Beechjet 400A/XP Flight Deck UpgradeRICHMOND HEIGHTS, OHIO October 21st, 2009 – Nextant Aerospace announced today that Constant Aviation has been named as the first authorized dealer for the Pro Line 21 Flight Deck Upgrade for the Beechjet 400A/XP. The Pro Line 21 upgrade program combines one of the most popular avionics suites available with one of the most popular light/medium business jets. The upgrade brings future airspace capabilities, safety and reliability to earlier-generation flight decks, along with reduced flight deck workload, maintenance and weight.
"We saw a great opportunity to name Constant Aviation as an authorized dealer for the Pro Line 21 Flight Deck Upgrade. Their experience with avionics systems as well as the Beechjet 400A/XP made them a perfect candidate. " said Mark O'Donnell, VP of Manufacturing for Nextant Aerospace.
"Constant Aviation is proud to be chosen as the first authorized dealer for Nextant's newly certified Pro Line 21 Flight Deck Upgrade. This upgrade is a perfect fit for Constant's industry leading experience with the Beechjet 400A/XP as well as our avionics expertise." said Stephen Maiden, President of Constant Aviation.
Installation slots are now being reserved for the fourth quarter of this year. Baseline pricing for the Beechjet 400A/XP Pro Line 21 Upgrade is $390,000. Additional options are available for four displays, IFIS (Integrated Flight Information System) and XM Satellite NEXRAD Radar. Orders placed before the end of the year can gain the fourth screen for 50% off, a savings of over $25,000.
For additional information, please visit www.nextantaerospace.com or www.constantaviation.com.
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Nextant Aerospace was formed for the primary purpose of developing an aircraft modernization program and operates two full-service corporate aircraft maintenance and overhaul facilities located across the United States. For more information, please visit www.nextantaerospace.com .
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Constant Aviation, LLC has locations at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and Birmingham International Airport. Constant Aviation has raised the bar in aircraft maintenance expectations. Constant Aviation is one of only 43 Repair Stations to hold Class 3 and 4 ratings as well as Radio Class 1, 2, and 3 ratings. As one of the most respected business aircraft maintenance organizations in the country, Constant Aviation understands the importance of aircraft availability, predictability and minimizing operational costs for their customers. For more information, please visit www.constantaviation.com or call 216.261.7119.
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Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication and aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and government applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications, information management, and simulation and training is delivered by 20,000 employees, and a global service and support network that crosses 27 countries. To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com .
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About the Institute
Advancing Notre Dame's Commitment to the Future of Children and Schools
Founded in 1996 under the direction of Prof. Maureen Hallinan, the Institute for Educational Initiatives has grown dramatically in its 20-year history. It now provides an intellectual home at Notre Dame for more than 80 Faculty Fellows from a range of academic disciplines who are united by a shared interest in K-12 education. Through teaching, research, and outreach, Institute Fellows and affiliates strive to improve the education of all young people, particularly the disadvantaged, with a special--though not exclusive--call to sustain, strengthen, and transform elementary and secondary Catholic schools.
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- Key areas of our initiatives
Academic Programs: Advancing Notre Dame's Commitment to the Future of Schools
- Master of Education (M. Ed. degree) – ACE Teaching Fellows
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Bio: William LaFayette Fain; plus the Fain Family History
William LaFayette Fain.
WILLIAM L. FAIN, of Atlanta, senior partner of the firm of W. L. and W. M. Fain, which operates the largest grain elevator and warehouse in the city and is a leading firm in the grain trade, comes from an ancient French family. He was born in Murphy, North Carolina, December 28, 1846, son of Mercer and Caroline Cinthia (McLelland) Fain. His father was a farmer, merchant and trader, who refugeed from North Carolina in 1864 and settled in White county, Georgia. The Fain family history is of sufficient interest to be given in some detail. The original name in France was Fains or Veynes. One branch of the family migrated to England eight hundred years ago, during the time of King John. In the year 1207 we find Thomas de Vein the holder of lands in Gloucestershire. The English changed the name into Fane, and the family rose to knightly honors finally in the time of Charles I. The knight of that day was created Earl of Westmoreland. The Fanes have prospered in England, and Anthony Mildmay Julian Fane, present head of the English family, is the thirteenth Earl of Westmoreland.
The American family of which William L. Fain is a member is descended from Nicholas Fain, born in France in 1730. He moved to Ireland; married Elizabeth Taylor, an English lady. in 1752; migrated from Ireland to America in 1753; located temporarily in Pennsylvania, and later settled in Dandridge, Tennessee. The children of Nicholas Fain were Samuel, John. David, William, Thomas, Ebenezer, Reuben, and Elizabeth. One of these sons, Ebenezer Fain, was born August 27, 1762. in Chester county, Pennsylvania, and died December 29, 1842. in Habersham county, Georgia. While his people were resident in Washington county, Virginia, and when he was but fourteen years of age, Ebenezer Fain enlisted in the Patriot armies for a three months' term, serving under Captain James Montgomery and Colonel William Christian. While serving this short enlistment, the boy was stationed at Black Fort and Montgomery Station, and was engaged in two battles with Indians, in one of which sixteen were killed. June, 1780, foundhim serving under Captain William Trimble as a Light Horseman in Colonel Charles Robertson's command. They were joined at Gilberttown by other troops and marched to the Pacolet River in South Carolina, where they engaged in a successful combat with the British. While acting as sentry at night, during the encampment of the command at Buffalo Creek on Broad River, young Fain shot John Foulin, a spy, on whom was found an express note from Lord Cornwallis to the Tory Captain Moore, urging him to defend his fort until some troops could reach him. The Americans took advantage of this information, captured Moore and his fort, together with one hundred men, and then dispersed at Musgrove Mills the party sent to reinforce Captain Moore. At Wofford's Iron Works the Americans were attacked suddenly at night, and after a severe struggle were driven back; but rallying, they renewed the fight and defeated the enemy, taking Major Dunlap, the commander, prisoner. Young Fain was afterwards transferred to Captain Cunningham's company, attached to Colonel Elijah Clarke's Georgia Regiment, at Augusta, Georgia. Discharged from the service at the expiration of his term, he immediately reenlisted in September, 1780, as a mounted horseman, and took part in the memorable pursuit of Colonel Ferguson, who was overtaken at King's Mountain, South Carolina, October 7, 1780; defeated; killed, and his entire command captured. In this struggle, Fain was wounded in one leg. From November, 1780, he rendered valiant service as horseman under Captain Gibson and Colonel Sevier in their expeditions against the Indians, who were badly defeated and their towns destroyed.
He retired from the service April, 1781, and in June, 1781, married in Jonesboro, Tennessee, Mary Black. Of this marriage there were the following children: David, born August 5, 1782, who lived in Gilmer county, Georgia; Margaret, born August 6, 1786, who lived in Pendleton, South Carolina, and Gilmer county, Georgia; Mercer, born February 28, 1789, who lived in Pendleton, South Carolina, and Texas; Elizabeth, born July 7, 1791, who lived at Pendleton, South Carolina, and Habersham county, Georgia; Mary Ann, born January 6, 1794, who lived in Buncombe county, North Carolina, and Gilmer county, Georgia; Sally, born May 30, 1796, who lived in Buncombe and Macon counties, North Carolina; John, born December 14, 1797, who lived in Buncombe county, North Carolina, and Gilmer county, Georgia, and was the grandfather of the subject of this sketch; Rebecca, born December 10, 1799, who lived in Buncombe county, North Carolina, and Lumpkin county, Georgia; and Polly Ann, born April 11, 1804, who lived in Mississippi. Elizabeth, referred to in this record, married Jehu Trammel, father of the late L. N. Trammel, who lived and died in the Nacoochee Valley, Georgia. It will be seen that Ebenezer Fain had a most excellent Revolutionary War record, of which his descendants have a just right to be proud. Another notable member of the Fain family was William Clayton Fain, of Fannin county, lawyer, an uncle of the subject of this sketch. William Clayton Fain was a member of the Secession Convention of Georgia, and after the long and hard struggle which resulted in the passage of the ordinance, he was one of that small number who refused to compromise their convictions by signing it.
Going back to France, there looms up in the Fain family a most notable man in the person of Baron Agathon Jean Frederick Fain, born in Paris 1778, and died in 1837. After service under the Directory, Baron Fain was in 1806 appointed Secretary of the Imperial Archives, and in 1813 became secretary to the Emperor Napoleon, whom he accompanied in all his tours until 1815, when he drew up the document in which Napoleon definitely abdicated the throne of France. In 1830 he became First Secretary of the Cabinet under Louis Phillipe and was several times entrusted with the administration of the Civil List. He also served as a Deputy of Montargis until 1834. Baron Fain was quite an author and published certain memoirs of the later years of Napeoleon, such as "Le Manuscrit de 1814" and other works in 1812, 1813, 1814, 1827 and 1828,—all of which were readable, interesting, and have definite historical value by reason of his position in the inner circles of the government. William L. Fain comes, therefore, of good ancestry, of which he may justly be proud; for, as Edmund Burke once said: "He who has no pride in his ancestry is not likely to do anything of which his descendants may be proud."
At the close of the war Mr. Fain's family returned to North Carolina. He was then a boy of eighteen. In 1862 he had joined a company of Home Guards. In 1864 he had served in the Georgia State Troops as a courier to Colonel Andrew J. Young, to whose command he was attached, but was not regularly enlisted as a soldier. His family returned to North Carolina and he remained in Georgia, working hard on a farm for several years in order to get the money with which to educate himself, and finally borrowed enough to complete his education, which he did in Emory College, and from which he was graduated in 1870. Leaving college he began work in an office in a clerical capacity. His health failed and he had to seek outdoor employment, so he became a traveling salesman for a wholesale dry goods house. In 1878 he engaged in the carpet business and finally, in 1881, entered the milling and grain trade, which has since been his vocation. Mr. Fain is a prudent, conservative, industrious, honorable merchant. He has prospered in his business affairs by the slow processes of industry and economy, combined with a fixed purpose, and now ranks high in commercial circles in the city in which his business life has been spent.
He is affiliated with the Atlanta Grain Dealers' Association, the National Hay Association, and the Grain Dealers' National Association. In financial circles he is a director in one of our prominent banks. Outside of these business associations he holds membership in the Atlanta Lecture Association, in the Masonic fraternity, and the Methodist Church. In the church he is an active member, having been appointed a steward as far back as 1885, and has given twenty-five years of faithful service to the cause of religion. In 1909 he was elected president of the Atlanta Grain Dealers' Association.
On December 15, 1870, Mr. Fain was married to Miss Frances Louise Gower, daughter of Ebenezer Norton and Frances Hill (Garrison) Gower. Eleven children have been born to them, of whom the following are living: Mercer, Henry Gower, Helen Frances, Carrie McLelland, Florence, Louise, Lucy, and Dorothy Fain.
In political matters Mr. Fain classifies himself as a Democrat. For the young man entering upon the duties of life he has no other recommendation than the code which has operated successfully in his own case—that is: Industry, economy. high principles, and a fixed purpose.
-Bernard Suttler.
Source: Men of Mark in Georgia, Volume VI, covering the period from 1733 to 1911, by William J. Northen, published by A.B. Caldwell, Publisher, Atlanta, GA., 1912; Pgs. 374-378


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The Coachella 2013 lineup is finally here!Written by frayed on Jan 27, 2013 in Blog - 0 Comments
Coachella finally released the 2013 lineup a few days ago and we're super excited. The lineup this year looks even better than we anticipated!
Saturday and Sunday look like the best days to go, however I do love the The Stone Roses, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Modest Mouse, Passion Pit, Of Monsters and Men, etc.. Some of my favorite bands are Phoenix, Grizzly Bear, Vampire Weekend, and The Lumineers so you can bet I'll be purchasing a weekend pass.
Here's a glimpse of the lineup.. Coachella passes go on sale Tuesday, January 29th, 2013 at 10 am PST. Check it out at coachella.com.
Let us know if you plan to go and the bands you're most excited about. We'd love to hear!


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|Education is usually among the first casualties of war or conflict.
Nairobi, 29 March 2016 – In recent days, the world has witnessed increased displacement of thousands of people due to conflict going on in various countries. And while disruption to normal life, deaths and massive suffering are the most noticeable consequences of conflict, equally grave is the loss of education opportunities for affected populations.Mercy in Motion. At the moment, more than 60 million people are in displacement the world over with at half of them being children, and therefore, the need for education for persons in displacement is great. In response to the unveiling of the holy Year of Mercy, JRS decided to extend its educational support to refugees by launching the Global Education Initiative, to increase the number served in its educational projects by 100,000 from the current 120,000, to 220,000 by the year 2020.
In a private audience with Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) staff in November 2015, Pope Francis' encouraged the initiative by saying that to "give a child a seat at school is the finest gift you can give."
Mercy in Motion campaign is therefore an advocacy and fundraising platform, with the target being to raise $35 million to support its educational projects in the next five years.An investment in peace. Education is usually among the first casualties of war or conflict. As a result, refugees' children are forced to cut short their studies, while others do not even have the opportunity to go to school. Entire generations are often at risk of losing their right to education, which in turn limits their chances for integration, and contribution to the host communities.
Similarly, for those who eventually return home, they are limited in terms of what they can contribute in building their nations, and most importantly, to sustainable peace. It is for these reasons and others that JRS has long considered education a life-saving intervention, and recognize it as a lasting contribution to long-term durable solutions to conflicts: an investment in peace.Education within conflict. It is also notable that many conflicts today are taking longer and longer to resolve, with UNHCR statistics showing that people are spending an average of 17 years in exile! And although many displaced persons have found a place to rest—at least for the time being amongst local communities in Africa, Asia and Europe—there are others still within their own countries living in internally displaced camps. In these circumstances, the children are faced with many barriers to learning such as lack of schools, overcrowding in a few available schools, lack of teachers, and language barriers.
Schools offer children protection from trafficking and forced recruitment (by armed groups), a sense of normalcy especially after going through the experience of war, and imparts important values such as peace, justice and reconciliation.
Undoubtedly, education helps restore human dignity while at the same time empowering uprooted people to take charge of their lives both in exile and upon returning home. In several places such as South Sudan, former refugees who benefited from education scholarships while in exile have gone back to help rebuild their country.
Through the Mercy in Motion Campaign, JRS hopes to ensure that the right to education for thousands of displaced children and young people is restored and protected.
Beatrice Gikonyo, JRS Eastern Africa Advocacy Officer
This article was originally published by the Irish Jesuit Missions


text: A pleasantly silly story with a nifty surprise ending: Mimi, a hippo ballerina, and Gustav, a mouse musketeer, fall in love without being able to see each other through the wall that separates them. Trying to get together, Gustav builds an inadequate battering ram while Mimi tries a hot-air balloon that can't take off when she's aboard. Despondent, she leans on the wall, which falls--and neither is disappointed. Howard's lively, decorative illustrations match the text's ebullience. (Picture book. 4-8)


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Sydney, This Is The Road You Need To Stay AWAY From Today
Sydney is at a standstill this morning after the M1 Pacific Motorway (F3) Mooney Mooney at Jolls Bridge.
The southbound freeway is closed and diversions are in place. A serious truck fire has closed all citybound lanes on the M1 Pacific Motorway, causing an eight-kilometre traffic jam.
The semi trailer burst into flames near Jolls Bridge, near Mooney Mooney just after 5:30am.
Truck Fire: M1 closed southbound at Jolls Bridge. 8km traffic jam. Updates on @sunriseon7. #M1 #7News https://t.co/RzThDwMrGU— 7 News Sydney (@7NewsSydney) November 20, 2016
Emergency services are currently at the scene and working to extinguish the fire. Fuel has been spread across the road.
The M1 Motorway is closed at Mount White and traffic is being diverted to the Pacific Highway.
"Motorists are already queued well over five kilometres approaching the diversion point," Transport Management Centre spokesman David Wright said.
Authorities recommend you delay your journey and to expect delays.
The current queue for traffic is 8km.


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Youth and Clubbing
It is a fact that the majority of club goers fall are people under thirty. Most of the young people are know to be avid club goers. Why is it so? It can be explained through psychological reasoning. When one is young, one has the mental and physical capacity to experience high energy moments at a greater level. One is seeking high energy environments to stimulate the production of adrenaline and dopamine.
It is also because the young have less responsibilities or are still exploring the career path. There is a lot of time in hand and a whole new world to explore out there. The clubbing culture is particularly fascinating because it offers the opportunity to party and meet a range of people.
The electronic dance music movement is fueled by the youth as the majority of the people who are attending these EDM festivals and listening to this music are very young. What is it about the electronic music, clubbing that attracts the youth? It is the rhythm, bass, beats and tunes. The EDM music is usually based on drop techniques wherein there is a major drop in an entire song. It is known for uplifting the spirit and mood of the person who is listening to the song. The music is also amazing for dancing and dancing in itself is quite a fun activity. It has therapeutic results as well.
The culture of clubbing is youth-oriented but it can't be stereotyped. People of all ages and professions like to enjoy the atmosphere of a club. They might not club as often as the younger generation which makes the experience of clubbing even more special to them. All the demarcations related to age when it comes to clubbing might sound too harsh, given that it does not represent everyone and this varies from country to country.


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Hair Answers: Athletic Children
Posted in Answers on August 2nd, 2010 by Reagan
Tags: answers, children, curl, dry shampoo, product, products, shampooing
Q by Michelle: I have a 9 year old daughter with very curly hair that is just above her shoulder. When she is active within 5 minutes her head/hair begins to smell like little boys dirty socks. The smell is horrible and only goes away if she shampoos. She is starting PE this year in school and she really does not want to smell in school. Any tips on any products that might help. Thanks
A by Reagan: Ok michelle, Im wondering if she shampoos her own hair, or if you help her. Because the first (and most simple) reason I thought of for this, is that maybe her hair isnt being properly shampooed. Its likely since her hair is very curly, she probably has a lot of volume and its easy to feel like your getting a really good, squeaky clean lather when in reality the shampoo might not even be getting to her scalp! The build-up and dirt that isnt getting cleaned will be the cause of odor. Again, this is the most simple cause I can think of, but I wont be surprised at all if it is the culprit. Have your daughter (or help her) shampoo her hair like this:
1~make sure hair is totally wet before putting in shampoo
2~put shampoo in your hands and rub together
3~scrub, scrub, scrub scalp and hair. Really make sure you are getting underneath her hair and touching the scalp. Did you know you arent even supposed to get much of a lather with the first shampoo? if you do, then you didnt let your hair get very dirty, or you are using too much shampoo.
4~rinse repeat. the second shampoo is supposed to lather a lot. that means the hair is clean!
5~condition ends and rinse
You can try a variety of shampoos if you havent already, and you might try sending her to school with a dry shampoo in her backpack to spray after gym. They have a nice fragrance similar to regular shampoo and they soak up odor.
I hope these suggestions help, but if they dont, you might want to take your daughter to a dermatologist. Just in case. Good luck!


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I worked for Empire Today for several years. In the last couple years it has been hard to get paid for the jobs you sell.
When a sales person comes out to your home, they are given a price range that they are allowed to charge. The sales person may be able to charge $24-$50 a yard. If you get a salesperson that can really sell you may pay more than 2x more then the people next door. Now the salespeople have to sell area rugs. It they don't sell a certain amount a week they are not given work the following week. The salesperson is taught how to charge for the area rug and make the customer think they are getting it for free. You can get the same area rug at Lams plus for a lot less.
When they do thier 50% sale it is only on 2 carpets; the cheapest carpet. They pay only about $4 a yard so when they have the sale you are only saving $2 a yard. For example you might pay $26 a yard vs. $24 a yard. The sales person is only allow to charge you $24-$50 a yard. There is really no sale.
The reason why Empire always miss thier appointments is that they only give appointments to the salespeople that are selling over 50%. So a saleperson may have my 6-8 appointments a day where they can not get to everyone and another salesperson is sitting at home with nothing to do. One of the general managers said at a sales meeting he would rather us miss the appointment (he used the word "burn) then give it to someone who is not selling at 50%. That is why they miss several appointments.
When a salesperson finally leave Empire makes up every excuse not to pay them. I had some sales that they gave to someone else. Salespeople have left the company being owe $1000-$5000 and they never pay them. They can't file a small claims because they don't register in the state and small claims will not let you file a case that is out of state unless it is an auto accident or tennat/landlord problem. You can't go to the labor board because you are an indepentant contractor. Since the sales people are i.c. Empire does not have to pay unemployment taxes or benefits. If salespeople are fired they can ot collect unemployment. If Empire goes through 1000 sales people a year(which is a very low count) and don't pay $2000 to each of them they are saving $2,000,000 a year.
Please don't do business with them.
Monetary Loss: $3000.
Areyoudone, you had better quit looking at the complaints and feeling you need to protect Empire Today. Obviously, you are a manager there. Only an Empire manager would be so disrespectful & condescending as to suggest someone go run a daycare, instead. You had better spend your time hiring an attorney, & getting your testimony straight for when you are named in the class-action lawsuit. It's yours & Empire's attitudes towards both the customers, and those you expect to go out & rip off the public so you can make your bonus, that brings on the types of complaints you are reading here (& elsewhere).
There are, and have been, good people that go out repeating what they were told to say during their "training", only to find out, in time, that they are representing a truly disreputable company. Empire, and you, knows this. In fact, one of your own superiors has said that it takes an independent contractor about 9 months to find out what a bunch of thieves you all are. That's why the "training" class is constantly full of new recruits.
Like I said, your time would be better spent recalling your comments in the past, and whom might have heard them. There's a sh*t storm brewing out there, and it's coming your way!
Areyoudone. You must be one of the sales managers, maybe the one that wants to burn the customers.
It sounds like you work for them. I heard that they hired 20 people and in less than 6 weeks there was one 1 left. I also heard there is a class action lawsuit with at least 200 people already signed up. I don't know if it has been filed yet or not.
They also have employees that only job is to search the internet for bad PR and try to get rid of it. You might be one of them
Nice, but the guy is right. I worked in accounting at Empire for about year. What ever they could do to screw anyone out of money, they will!!
Let me get this straight. You want to claim Empire uses contractors to sell products, over price products, give salesmen a range they can charge, and then say how you worked for them for years...all in the same breath you want the same people you are claiming get ripped off (by you in fact while working for them) to feel sorry for you?Empire pays what is owed to contractors- current or ex reps.
Sounds to me like you couldn\'t close your leads and your sales manager was smart enough to stop giving you any. I would recommend running a daycare.


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Dear Mary-Kate,
-Seriously MK, why haven't you written? Don't you know bout me yet? I have a minor internet celebrity status" is that not good enough for you? I work my ass off dreaming up funny things to write for you, but do you show any appreciating back? NO!
-Why won't you acknowledge me? Is it because you have more money than I do? I'd like to think that you're not concerned with such matters, but maybe you are. You know, I make a respectable wage for a 21 year-old. Sure, I didn't own my own production company at 8, but I used to work as a landscaper? If that doesn't say work ethic, I don't know what does.
-So, why haven't you written? I mean, you're going to be in New York City next year and so am I! I could show you around, explain the intricate subway and bus system, and maybe be your new best friend. Who would make a better best friend than me? I'm compassionate, I listen, I'm funny, and, best of all, I'm completely sexually unappealing so you don't have to worry about falling in love with me!
-Yet, the burning question remains; why haven't you written me? I mean, my email address is at the bottom of this page somewhere" it wouldn't be that hard to type out a quick hello, would it?
-I bet it's that damn sister of yours; always telling you what to do. I bet she says I'm just some chump who wants to milk your fame for all it's worth. I bet she reads my column and goes, "what a tool, I would never let my sister write an email to him." I'm serious when I say this, you should go solo. Ashley, who does have her charms, is amateur at best. I just feel that you could be doing some edgier stuff. Maybe even a nude scene or two (once you reach the proper age of course).
-I'm sorry if I got angry there. It's just that when I settle in to watch a nice Mary-Kate movie, Ashley is always messing up all your scenes. I didn't go to Blockbuster and pay $5 to watch her drag down your performance. I didn't run the risk of looking like a pedophile for Ashley" I did it for you, MK.
-And what can you do for me? You can get off your golden sofa and write me an email! Better yet, why don't you come say hi? I live in the Bronx (that's the borough of New York City with all the drugs and crime), so it's not that far away. You could take one of your helicopters up here and pick me up! So, listen MK, don't let Ashley pull you down or keep our friendship from blossoming. If you're reading this, just write me an email. Thanks, Streeter Seidell
-(ATTN: if you are Ashley Olsen, please replace the word "Mary-Kate" with "Ashley" and the word "Ashley" with "Mary-Kate")
Dear Mary-Kate,


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Hundreds of followers of fugitive Breslov Shuvu Banim hasidic leader Rabbi Eliezer Berland celebrated Purim with Berland yesterday in Zimbabwe – despite the fact that he alleged sexually abused women and girls and is wanted by police in Israel for questioning.
Rabbi Eliezer Berland
Hundreds Of Hasidim Celebrate Purim With Accused Sex Criminal Rabbi
Shmarya Rosenberg • FailedMessiah.com
Hundreds of followers of fugitive Breslov Shuvu Banim hasidic leader Rabbi Eliezer Berland celebrated Purim with Berland yesterday in Zimbabwe, Arutz Sheva reported.
Berland asked his followers not to come, reportedly because he feared their presence could cause local authorities to expel him from the country like Moroccan authorities did several months ago.
But hundreds came anyway, spending as much as $1,500 for the plane fare.
Berland, who lived in Jerusalem until he fled about 18 months ago, stands accused of sexually abusing female followers, some of who were allegedly older minors at the time the alleged abuse took place.
He has stayed only in countries without extradition treaties with Israel to avoid extradition to Israel.
Berland has reportedly hired the same attorneys representing Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto, the Sefardi haredi kabbalist accused of attempted bribery, bribery, money laundering, embezzlement, coercion, witness tampering and other crimes.
Pinto allegedly is receiving a slap on the wrist plea bargain that may see him serve no prison time for his crimes – some of which were recorded on tape by police.
Berland allegedly hopes these attorneys can work similar magic for him.


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Flat-Earthers are back: 'It's almost like the beginning of a new religion'
YouTube videos and spiffy websites espouse the conspiracy theory – but is the movement doomed to once again fall flat over countless schisms?
By Beau Dure via The Guardian
YouTube user TigerDan925 shocked his 26,000 followers recently by conceding a shocking point: Antarctica is a continent. It's not, as he previously thought, an ice wall that encircles the flat disc of land and water we call earth.
For most of us, that's not news. But TigerDan925's followers, like Galileo's 17th century critics, are outraged by his heresy. Welcome to the contentious universe of flat-Earthers – people who believe the notion of a globe-shaped world orbiting the sun is a myth.
Through popular YouTube videos and spiffy sites, they show how easy it is to get attention by questioning scientific consensus. Unfortunately, we don't really know how many people believe in the movement because so many people in it accuse each other of being as fake as Santa Claus (or perhaps the moon landing).
That being said, TigerDan925's admission was not a concession that the world is shaped like the globe. He merely said flat-Earthers need a new map. But for his community, he might as well have abandoned them altogether:
"Next he says the Antarctica is not governed and protected by the Illuminati, that somehow any group deciding to buy and invest in equipment is free to roam anywhere by plane or on land," writes a user by the name Chris Madsen. "This is absolute rubbish … 2016 is the year it becomes common knowledge the earth is flat, just like 9/11 became common knowledge, no stopping the truth now. "
Such schisms are commonplace in flat-Earthdom, where at least three websites are vying to be the official meeting ground for the movement to save us all from the delusion that our world is a globe.


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SOUTH PLAINFIELD — The chief of the Plainfield Fire Department was charged with driving drunk in a neighboring town early Wednesday morning, authorities said today.
Frank R. Tidwell, 57, had a blood-alcohol content of 0.09 percent when he submitted to a breath test at the South Plainfield police station, the department said. He had been driving an SUV owned by Plainfield, police and city and officials said.
Officer Michael Hoppe stopped Tidwell on Hamilton Boulevard around 1 a.m. Wednesday when the 2004 Dodge Durango allegedly crossed over the center lines "on at least two occasions," South Plainfield Lt. Kevin Murtagh said in a statement.
"The vehicle then traveled straight in a marked left-turn lane" near New Market Avenue, he said.
Hoppe stopped Tidwell, who had the odor of alcohol on his breath, Murtagh said. The fire chief submitted to a field sobriety test and was taken to the township police station, where he provided breath samples.
The SUV was impounded by South Plainfield and Tidwell was charged with driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, failure to keep right and using a hand-held cell phone while driving.
Plainfield officials acknowledged the charges in a statement late Wednesday night, but did not say anything else.
"Until all information has been gathered, there will be no further comment at this time," city spokesman Terry West said.
In response to questions about whether Tidwell had been suspended or lost any work privileges, West replied: "This is a personnel matter and we cannot comment."


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Just a refresher: UCLA Dance Marathon is a 26-hour dance philanthropy that will benefit kids with or affected by AIDS. It will be held on February 13th at UCLA Ackerman Grand Ballroom. There is only one rule: I am not allowed to sit–I must be on my feet for the full 26 hours. There will also be costume changes every 3 hours and is based off a theme. I need your help to choose a costume so please VOTE! And keep in mind I'd actually like to build the costume–do-it-your-self costumes are a whole more fun.
An update: I've reached my goal of raising $208. In fact, I've currently raised $242 because of your help. Let's try to make it an even $300.
Click Here to Donate to the Fight Against AIDS
This week's theme is "Discover the Frontier." I'm guessing this is another way of saying "Wild Wild West." Any ideas of what I could do with this theme rather than the obvious cowboy costume? Or maybe I should just be a cowboy?
Currently getting my country on with Gloriana's "Wild at Heart." Check them out!


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NASCAR announced that they have changed the qualifications for the Chase for the Sprint Cup. They have also announced how the Chase and the Championship will be won. Looking at these changes they look radical and many fans don't like them. The question is, are these changes really that radical? Have they really changed the nature of NASCAR racing as we know it?
NASCAR announced that the 15 drivers who have won a race who are the highest in points will make the Chase. The 16th place in the Chase is reserved for the point leader at the end of the first 26 races. If there are not 16 race winners then those highest in points will fill the field.
In the Chase itself there is a playoff format where after the first three Chase races (First Round) the top twelve will move on to the second round. After the next three Chase Races (Second Round) the top eight will move on to the third round. After the next three Chase Races (Third Round) the final four drivers make it to the last race of the season at Homestead Miami Speedway: a winner takes all event where the driver who finishes the highest of the four wins the Championship.
The whole premise of the changes is that NASCAR wants what the fans want, quite simply winning races wins the Championship. How can anyone disagree with that? I know I can't.
Many fans are up in arms over this seemingly big change. Why change? Someone could win Daytona and ride along for 25 weeks before the Chase. The integrity of the sport is in play here. Well I tell you none of this is true.
First of all, there is a benefit that really doesn't show up in the changes. Quite simply if a driver happens to be ill with a concussion or other health related issue, the door is open for them to still make the Chase even if they miss a race or two and have already won a race. This puts the driver's health back into the drivers hands because there is still hope to make the Chase, all is not lost if you miss a race.
The second benefit that isn't necessarily evident is that there is some hope to some of the smaller, less funded teams to make the Chase and get some coveted TV and media exposure. Everyone likes an underdog and now there is a chance to have one in the Chase.
What fans don't like about this new Chase format is that, on paper, a team could get lucky, perhaps at Daytona or Talladega and win a race. That team could simply ride along the rest of the races, race hard in the Chase and seemingly steal the Championship.
Make no mistake about it, no driver will be able to ride around biding his time until the Chase. Each and every team will have to be on their game in order to make each and every round in the Chase and be in contention at Homestead.
There is only one team that improved their racing during the Chase to come from behind to win. That team was Tony Stewart who won five races in the Chase to win his third Championship. Even if one of those underdog teams does get lucky and makes the Chase, if they improve and win multiple races to win the Championship the new Chase will be a success. That is what NASCAR wants, I want, and the fans want.
Brian Berg Jr. is a NASCAR writer for BehindPitRow.com.
Follow him on Twitter @brian_jr1 during the race and throughout the week for more NASCAR news and commentary, or on Facebook, Pinterest, and Google.


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Aerospace Contacts to Host Engineering Roundtable Event with Materion
Tuesday, March 7, 2017 – Tempe, Arizona
Aerospace Contacts is hosting an engineering Roundtable discussion led by the experts at Materion on alloys for electrical contacts with a focus on Beryllium Copper. The presentation is targeted for engineers who design contacts or troubleshoot contact performance. The planned discussion topics are listed below. If you have other areas of interest, let us know and we will have the Materion team come prepared with answers.
The Aerospace Contacts team is looking forward to seeing you!
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Location: Phoenix Marriott Tempe at the Buttes, 2000 W Westcourt Way, Tempe, AZ 85282
Conference Room: Papago
9:00 AM – Coffee and Morning Reception
10:00 AM – Materion Presentation Begins
12:00 PM – Presentation Concludes – Lunch and Question & Answer Period
1:30 PM – Adjournment
Proposed Materion Discussion Topics:
- Comparison of High Performance Copper Alloys
- Beryllium Copper and other High Performance Materion Alloys
- High Strength vs High Conductivity and Heat Treatable vs Pre-Heat Treated alloys
- Strength vs Formability
- Stress Relaxation Resistance
- Corrosion Behavior of High Performance Copper Alloys
- New Alloy Developments and Future Trends
- Hybrid Materials Processing Technologies
- Cladding, Profiling, Electron Beam Welding
- New Technologies for Harsh Environments and Cost Savings
The Presenters:
Michael Gedeon is Applications Engineering Manager at Materion Performance Alloys, focusing mainly on high reliability switches, relays and connectors used in consumer electronics and automotive applications. He works closely with customers to help them use the right material in their applications to ensure reliability and minimize hidden costs and researches new markets and applications for Materion's high performance alloys. Mike received a B.S. in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from The Ohio State University and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from The Cleveland State University.
Anand Samant is Applications Director – Sales & Business Development at Materion Performance Alloys. He has 19 years of experience with coatings, materials selection, corrosion, flammability of metals, alloys, and composites in functions such as R&D, technology planning, product management and business development. Anand received an M.S. and PhD in Materials Science & Engineering from Case Western Reserve University.
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Letters yesterday and today have offered further perspectives. Mine focused on the stifling effect of job insecurity on workers in teaching and other vital community services speaking out in the public interest on serious problems in the critical services they deliver.
Here's the unedited version ("A revealing angle" following "Disillusionment then departure" in The Age):
The recent coverage and letters about declining job security for teachers should give pause to every parent who has noticed the surprising end-of-year departure of one or more teachers they may well have had the pleasure of meeting at parent-teacher interviews earlier in the year. That was the case for me, and your focus on the issue has provided a new lens through which to view this unacceptable phenomenon.
Unfortunately, it is a lens with a panoramic view, given that the very same strategy is employed by the Victorian Government across a range of important community services.
Strangely, we are supposed to be reassured that the 3600 jobs slated to disappear from the public service by the December budget update will be found through cuts not only from voluntary redundancies, but also, tellingly, via the failure to renew existing fixed-term contracts.
As well as the barriers to sustainable lives and a high quality workforce this "flexible" job insecurity threatens, there's another side to precarious employment in areas where the government is very sensitive to media criticism. Insecure workers are fearful, their ability to mobilise is fragmented, and the voicing of concern about serious public interest matters within vital service areas is stifled - think teachers, nurses and child protection workers, to name just three examples.
As the late French sociologist, Pierre Bourdieu, noted in 1997, job insecurity is everywhere now [1]. However, he saw its origins not only in economic rationalism, but also in political calculation. We should resist both if we wish to see the lives of workers valued, and to benefit from the stronger services they can offer with secure employment in which they are at liberty to speak out on problems in the system.
[1] Pierre Bourdieu, "Job insecurity is everywhere now",
Acts of Resistance: Against the Tyranny of the Market, New Press 1998
Comments welcome.


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Egg Nog Custard Pie
1 (9-inch) prepared graham cracker or shortbread crust, or pie crust
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups Kemps Light EggNog
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tsp brandy or rum extract (if desired)
- 1/8 tsp of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup Kemps Whipping Cream
- 3 Tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp brandy or rum extract (if desired)
- Nutmeg for garnish
- Heat oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add remaining filling ingredients, and blend well.
- Pour into pie crust. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil, and bake an additional 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Topping: In a small bowl, beat whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and extract. Do not over beat. Garnish whole pie with whipped cream topping; sprinkle with nutmeg.
Serves 8
Per serving: 368 calories; 6 grams protein; 21.5 grams fat; 10.1 grams saturated fat; 38.5 grams carbohydrates; 269.7 milligrams sodium; 109.2 milligrams calcium; 0.4 grams fiber
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Award season has come to a close and New York Fashion week has passed. While everyone anxiously waited for who would win Best Picture, and while Beyonce was forced to put up with North West's tantrum during Kanye's fashion show, the most important question on everybody's mind was, "Who are you wearing?"
The fashion police were on the prowl, picking out the best and worst dressed of the season. While they were picking out the stars dressed in high end haute couture, Zena (of Real Queen of Horror) and I have decided to compile our own best and worst dressed list of the horror genre.
First we take a look at the best dressed horror characters over the past thirty years. We look at fashion from the 80s, 90s, 2000s and today, choosing the characters whose outfits became iconic and the ones who dressed to impress. Who made your best dressed list?
The Best
Patrick Bateman (American Psycho)
Amanda: Bateman may be a psychopathic killer, but at least he does his dirty deeds while looking dapper. Between his perfectly coiffed hair and his structured suits, he is by far the best dressed killer out there. Whether he's wearing pinstripe shirts, suspenders, or protective outwear over his outfits, Patrick Bateman is always dressed to kill.
Zena: This cold-blooded killer of the night always plays it polished with his cutaway collar and tailored shirts. Besides being addicted to brutally killing prostitutes, Mr. Bateman is addicted to big labels such as Armani, Givenchy–and let's not forget–Valentino. How many men, let alone psychotic murders, can be meticulously groomed like our very own Mr. Batman?
Trash (Return of the Living Dead)
Amanda: Sometimes less is more, and when you have an incredible body why would you cover it up with clothes? Trash is sexy and rebellious, and her personality shows through the clothes—or lack thereof—that she chooses to wear. While she rocks black leather shorts and a cutoff jacket like no other, it's the way she strips the clothes from her body that REALLY sells the outfit.
Zena: Amanda, I definitely agree! Trash is a pure sex kitten with hardcore hair! Majority of girls always say "I have nothing to wear!" Well, let us all take notes from Trash. You can't go wrong with leopard and leather!
Snake Plissken (Escape from LA)
Amanda: Has an eye patch ever looked sexier? Wearing head-to-toe leather can be tricky, but Snake Plissken's lean body fills out his clothes in all of the right places. With his leather jacket, black boots, and those fingerless gloves, Plissken oozes bad boy sex appeal without trying too hard.
Zena: When it comes to Snake, he has to be one of the roughest and toughest eye patch wearing men walking these streets! When he is in all black, I'm definitely a huge fan!
Pam (True Blood)
Amanda: Pam was everybody's favorite smart-ass vamp on True Blood. Not only was she quick-witted and fearless, but her fashion was always on point—no matter what life-or-death situation she was in. Her hair was never out of place, and between wearing gorgeous corsets and skintight leather and black, she was always dressed like royalty. Her clothes represented her personality perfectly and with her confidence, it'd be hard for her to ever end up on the worst dressed list.
Zena: I love that Pam wears over-the-top, body hugging outfits! Whether she's wearing fishnets, latex, leather or corsets, her outfits are edgy with a definite, always in-your-face fierce look!
The Grady Twins (The Shining)
Amanda: Some can argue that the Grady twins were a tad bit creepy, but they just wanted somebody to play with in the lonely Overlook Hotel. Despite being dead, the girls were still dressed well. Who can forget their adorable matching baby-doll dresses and white knee-high socks. The hair berets were like icing on the cake of the cutest outfit in the after-world.
Zena: These girls make me reevaluate plastic hair clips that I used to wear as a five-year-old. Also, let's not forget the bib neckline dresses. Who says that a girl has to be sexy to be fashionable? There's nothing wrong with being good ol' fashioned creepy. It worked for these two dead girls, so I'm sure it'll work for me!
Diane Freeling (Poltergeist)
Amanda: And the award for best nightie ever goes to Diane Freeling. Toward the end of her ordeal when Diane thought that her family had overcome the darkness, she threw on an over-sized jersey that made it too hard for supernatural forces to resist her. A woman usually always looks sexy in her man's shirt, but Diane looks even sexier being thrown around a bedroom and falling into a pool full of skeletons. Comfortable, low maintenance, and fearless mama bear—Diane Freeling would look hot in a brown paper bag.
Zena: I always thought that Diane should have been known as "Mama Quarterback" so this outfit fits her well. When she was being dragged around on her ceiling, all I could think was "Where can I get that jersey?!" The tasseled, I've-just-been-thrown-among-skeletons look is so in.
Anna (The Guest)
Amanda: Throughout The Guest Anna's fashion was on point. Between wearing a skull tunic and garter belts, and her gorgeous full head of curls, Anna made you wish that you dressed half as good as she did when you were in high school. My personal favorite of her movie looks was her work uniform where she transformed into an alternative real-life version of Alice in Wonderland. Seriously? This girl can make her shitty waitress uniform look chic by adding black thigh highs and combat boots with laces to match the sleeves of her top.
Zena: When it comes to Anna, I'm completely in love with her wardrobe! I live for her skull tunic with garter belts! When I first saw her in that outfit, I literally screamed because I'm absolutely in love with her style. She is the best dressed waitress EVER.
Sarah, Nancy, Bonnie and Rochelle (The Craft)
Amanda: Don't act like you never went through a phase in your life where you didn't want to dress like a Catholic school girl, or at least have sex with one. The girls of The Craft may have been outcasts in their high school, but I could never understand why—they were friggin hot! Each made their school uniforms better by adding their own personal spin to it, and outside of school the girl's fashion was the epitome of 90's fashion.
Zena: Can we take a moment to thank God for white button downs with the sleeves rolled up, and knee socks? These girls may not always be in the right place but their wardrobes are.
Lola Stone (The Loved Ones)
Amanda: Lola was the Queen of prom for a reason: she looked damn good in a pink dress. The hot pink sleeveless number she wore to torture her Prince Charming perfectly showcased who she was as a person. She was childish, immature, and a total princess; and her cutesy dress highlighted all of that. Just because it was cutesy doesn't mean I didn't love it—girl knows how to rock a prom dress! I would totally blow my whistle for her any day.
Zena: I would totally hang out with Lola; simply so I can borrow her hot heels and awesome crown. That's something every girl needs in their wardrobe: a hot pair of heels with a bow and a crown.
Angela (Night of the Demons)
Amanda: Pre or post demon possession, Angela was a hot party girl who knew how to dress. That plunging neck-line and lace! All black everything! She wore fashion trends BEFORE they were fashion trends. Angela was the queen of the party because she was queen at life. Excuse me while I fan myself after looking at all of her perfectness.
Zena: Original Angela was a goddess! I adored her long black tulle dress with deep neckline, cross earrings and fishnets! I have no idea what she was supposed to be for Halloween, but who cares?! Possessed or not…please give us your outfit; keep the broken crown.


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Tuesday, March 10, 2015
'18 Guv Positioning Takes Shape, "Bitter" Legislative Session Deteriorates Further, Questions For Santa Fe's Finance Bosses And Cancel The Big Bill Comeback
The early possibles all have something in common: none of them are taking it directly to Republican Gov. Martinez. Independent analyst Greg Payne believes that may need to change if one of them is going to break free from the pack and excite the Democratic base. "They will need to do more than posturing and start doing something that really upsets this Governor."
Payne argues that Lt. Gov. John Sanchez is the likely '18 GOP nominee and if Martinez retains her popularity--her approval rating is in the mid 50's--Sanchez could inherit it. "It's like 1988 when Bush was elected. It was really like giving Reagan a third term."
Payne added that the GOP has reason to be nervous if either Balderas or Keller learn how to play hardball. "They have the investigatory powers and that is the threat. So far, it is an idle one."
Meanwhile, at the do-nothing 2015 legislative session conditions deteriorated even further as former Dem House Speaker Ken Martinez was assailed for saying that some cases of rape are "drunken college sex.". That was seized on by GOP Rep. Kelly Fajardo who demanded an apology. None was forthcoming.
And then there was this headline from House Dems:
(Dem) Rep. Stephanie Maez Demands Apology from (GOP) Rep. Nate Gentry; Rep. Gentry uses photo of Rep. Stephanie Maez to bully a member of his Caucus.
All of this muck signals that it's time for the 112 merrymakers to get out of Dodge.
The New Mexican's Steve Terrell understatedly says this is "a bitterly partisan legislative session." His colleague Milan Simonich, a frequent target of the Guv's political machine, opines:
Less than two weeks remain in New Mexico's 60-day legislative session, one that's been short on accomplishments and long on attacks. More than anything, it's been a relentless spin cycle on one issue.
Of course, that one issue Simonich references is the House approved right-to-work bill which will be voted on and killed in the Senate Public Affairs Committee today.
Are we alone in finding the explanations of Santa Fe's powerful committee chairmen unconvincing when it comes to the $4.5 billion that the state auditor says is stashed away and going unspent by the Legislature and hundreds of state agencies?
House Appropriations Committee Chairman Larry Larranga (R-ABQ) tried to spin it away by saying: "Funds are not always used in the same year they're authorized." Dem Senate Finance Committee Chairman John Arthur Smith argued: "From a practical standpoint, a lot of that money you can't put your hands on right away for operational purposes,
Okay, Chairman Larranga, can we find out how much money has not been used for more than one year and may never be used? And Chairman Smith, how long is "right away?" How do we get at this cash for operational purposes, since your statement indicates it is not a matter of access, but time?
Because much of the extra cash (over $1 billion) is dedicated to capital outlay projects (many of them dormant) that are the pet projects of state lawmakers--many of whom are not even in office anymore-- maybe Smith and Larranaga fear rocking that sensitive boat, but someone needs to put to the test these shaky arguments from the state's leading austerity hawks.
donating his political and personal papers not to the University of New Mexico (he said they didn't ask) but to the University of Texas at Austin. Let the scorching begin.
Now New Mexicans know how Bill Clinton felt after appointing Richardson as U.N. Ambassador and cabinet secretary and he turned around and endorsed Obama over Hillary.
What an insult! Maybe he was afraid New Mexico universities are too near to people who know what he did and there would be research for examples of his corrupt practices.
He's not even leaving his carpet bag here.
Richardson ended his Guv term with an approval rating in the low 30's. In recent months he's made some tentative moves to rehabilitate his image here. The bitterness between him and Gov. Martinez is palpable. Maybe he didn't want her sneaking over to Zimmerman Library to dig up dirt on him.
(Richardson explained his decision to the ABQ Journal's DC correspondent.)
Las Cruces reader Greg Lennes wrote this week of the robo call he received from a political advocacy group urgin him to contact his state senator to vote for right-to-work legislation, but Jason Heffley says he got some things wrong:
Good to see Greg Lennes still doesn't let facts get in the way of the story he is trying to tell. GOAL Advocacy is not a PAC (501c4), is not associated with Cogressman Steve Pearce and does not employee me. (I moved back home to Illinois in December/January to be closer to my family.) However, I do still read Monahan every day, do believe GOAL is a great organization and do think everyone should contact their senator in support of right-to-work.
Thanks for the shout-out, Jason. Sorry, Greg, ten lashes with the wet noodle for you.
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DuPont Pioneer announced today the limited commercial introduction of its Pioneer® brand Qrome™ products for the 2017 growing season. Over 100 growers in the western U.S. Corn Belt will plant these new, high-yielding products that feature a triple stack of multiple insect protection traits, including two modes of action to control corn rootworm.
"We're excited for growers to begin experiencing this innovative trait technology," said Steve Reno, DuPont Pioneer vice president, regional business director – U.S. & Canada. "Through a sophisticated, efficient molecular breeding process, we've developed a product package that combines top-tier genetics, strong defensive traits and advanced seed treatments."
Across the Pioneer corn product lineup, Qrome products show leading yields within a broad range of elite genetic platforms. In multi-year testing, Qrome products consistently delivered 4- to 7- bushels per acre yield improvement over legacy triple-stack technology.
Qrome products are approved for cultivation in the United States and Canada and have received import approval in a number of importing countries. DuPont Pioneer continues to pursue additional import approvals for Qrome products, including in China, in accordance with Excellence Through Stewardship Product Launch Guidance.
The limited commercial introduction of Pioneer brand Qrome products will allow participating western U.S. Corn Belt growers to benefit from this new technology. These growers will implement certain stewardship responsibilities, including using harvested grain for local or on-farm livestock feeding. Other growers across the U.S. Corn Belt also will be able to see how Qrome products perform locally through Pioneer managed product knowledge plots.
Some of those plots are part of the nationwide "Unlock Your Yield Tour," which showcases the technology behind Qrome products. The tour vehicle – a custom, stainless steel Timpte® Super Hopper grain trailer – has traveled over 15,000 miles to industry and grower events since August. The tour's last stop will be at the 2017 Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Ill., where Pioneer will donate the Timpte trailer to the National FFA Organization for auction. All proceeds will support National FFA's mission to make a positive difference in the lives of students. Richie Bros. Auctioneers will facilitate the auction, which will accept both live and online bids.
Learn more about Qrome products, and the auction, at Pioneer.com/Qrome.
DuPont Pioneer is the world's leading developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics, providing high-quality seeds to farmers in more than 90 countries. Pioneer provides agronomic support and services to help increase farmer productivity and profitability and strives to develop sustainable agricultural systems for people everywhere. Science with Service Delivering Success®.
DuPont (NYSE: DD) has been bringing world-class science and engineering to the global marketplace in the form of innovative products, materials, and services since 1802. The company believes that by collaborating with customers, governments, NGOs, and thought leaders, we can help find solutions to such global challenges as providing enough healthy food for people everywhere, decreasing dependence on fossil fuels, and protecting life and the environment. For additional information about DuPont and its commitment to inclusive innovation, please visit www.dupont.com.


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This beautiful watch, made in a very limited series, is a superb combination of watchmaking decorative crafts, the so-called Métiers d'art championed by Jaeger-LeCoultre, along with amazing horological complications. At first sight, the dial looks impossibly complicated, but in actual fact it has been carefully designed to make it intrinsically legible and usable. Its functions include the tourbillon, perpetual calendar, a minute repeater, night sky and sidereal time.
The case is in white gold, and it frames the blue lacquer dial with its astronomical and zodiac design. The one-minute flying tourbillon with silicium escapement and an ultra-light titanium cage is immediately visible on the dial, and it also serves as a sidereal indicator, moving once around the dial each 23 hours, 56 minutes and 4 seconds (the actual time of one Earth rotation). Sideral time is used by astronomers to record the position of the stars with respect to the earth. The small sun, on the other hand, moves around the dial in exactly 24 hours, so-called Mean Solar Time.
The dial is on three levels. The lowest is a disc that turns in exactly 24 hours, bearing the small sun. On this is a second blue disc showing the stars of the northern hemisphere. The flying tourbillon, the third level, is mounted on this.
The minute repeater is a Jaeger-LeCoultre speciality, with clear sound and Trébuchet hammers. The crystal gongs are attached to the watch glass, and the striking mechanism is activated by a slider.
All this is powered by the in-house calibre 945 manually-wound movement, with 527 parts. The case has a water resistance of up to 50 metres, an exceptional feat for a piece of this complexity. A true tour-de-force. And the price? In keeping with the watch's theme, one could be justified in saying: astronomical!


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The Tax Payer PledgeSep 10, 2008
Yesterday, at Mr. Jefferson's capitol, the National Taxpayers Union, along with Tertium Quids, kicked off its national taxpayers pledge campaign with a news conference (read more about the event here). Perhaps there is no better location for such a launch other than the colonial capitol in Williamsburg where Patrick Henry railed against ol' King George's oppressive taxes. Interestingly, some of Governor Tim Kaine's media staff attended, doubtless on guard now that it is clear Virginians aren't exactly warm to his tax increase plans as he thought. (It must be tough getting re-accustomed to such mundane affairs after getting passed over for the VP nod.) But this in not a no tax pledge campaign, in existence for years, which asks candidates to pledge not to vote or propose or sign into law tax increases. Unfortunately, not all candidates keep their word on that.
That's where the No Tax Hikers campaign comes in. By signing the No Tax Hikers petition (click here), voting tax payers pledge not to vote for candidates who vote, propose or sign into law tax increases. (You also get a free bumper sticker.) It's the inverse of the No Tax Pledge, a counter balance to the politicians who campaign one way then cavalierly abandon their ostensible small government principles once in office.
You think people are mad about rising taxes? Even before the official unveiling of its Web site, more than 5,000 people had signed the No Tax Hiker pledge. (A counter greets you on its home page.) The more people who sign it, the more politicians of all stripes will know there are waves of voters demonstrably serious about their commitment to low taxes and smaller government — and demonstrably serious about dealing with politicians who confiscate their hard-earned money.


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Fishing in the winter can be a little tricky. If you are going to a lake, like Becker for example, you never know what it is going to look like when you get there. Two days ago, I was driving passed it so decided to stop and see what the conditions were. I found that it was mostly clear of ice. I could launch but would need to break through about 40 yards of ice before hitting clear water. This wouldn't be a problem and with temps predicted to be in the 50's for the next couple of days, I figured the lake might be clear by today. So, I talked my neighbor into hitting the lake. We got there and to my surprise, the lake was covered in ice. There was one clear spot and that happened to be by the one and only fishing pier.
We could see fish rising in the open area so we did what any die-hard angler would do. We went and fished off the pier. Of course when we got there, they stopped surfacing so I started with a type II sinking line and a small white bunny leech. There was a patch of ice that my line had to go across and it was keeping it from sinking. I then went to a floating line with an indicator and two flies. We picked up some fish and had a good time. There is another winter storm approaching this weekend so it might be a while before this is really fishable again. That's okay. the fish on the mountain could use some more rain and snow.


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When companies find themselves in trouble, they don't always have the capabilities to get out of trouble. So, some businesses seek expert assistance to enhance their operations. In our experience, leading companies often recruit a professional, known as a chief restructuring officer (CRO), to lead the improvement process.
While the term CRO is extensively used in the United States and Europe, it is an emerging concept in Australia.
For a company facing financial difficulties, a CRO helps press the reset button. They are a temporary adviser whose goal is to put a company back on its feet and then hand the reins to management. The CRO has their eye on the big picture and sets milestones for stakeholders to keep a business in business.
A key role for the CRO is to help everyone speak the same language. In some cases, misunderstandings can emerge when technical advisers and managers try to communicate. A CRO helps to 'translate' and ensure all parties are on the same page. CROs also provide stakeholders with accurate information, renegotiate supplier contracts and evaluate corporate structures.
To address its challenges, a business may need to make substantial changes – including implementing a new operating structure. Now, managers typically have their hands full with day-to-day tasks and the more time they spend dealing with creditors or shareholders, the less time they're on the shopfloor.
By engaging a CRO to tackle the improvement efforts, managers can focus on their core activities. By working behind the scenes, a CRO can drive change without the day-to-day running of the business being significantly affected.
At Macleay Partners, we have played the role of CRO to help our clients enhance their operations.
For example, we worked with a major Australian mining services company that was experiencing challenges in securing additional finance and streamlining internal decision-making. We helped restructure its operations to address legacy issues (including tax) and to develop a robust platform for sustainable expansion.
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