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Tony Glover, a harmonica player who as a member of the group Koerner, Ray and Glover was at the center of the folk music revival of the 1960s and helped introduce a new audience to the blues, died on May 29 in a hospital in St. Paul. He was 79.
His wife, Cynthia Nadler, confirmed the death. She did not specify the cause.
A reserved man who rarely smiled, Mr. Glover emerged from the post-beatnik coffeehouse scene in Minneapolis that also helped nurture Bob Dylan, with whom he occasionally played. He was well regarded for his harmonica playing — far more than Mr. Dylan was.
"I couldn't play like Glover or anything and I didn't try to," Mr. Dylan wrote in his memoir "Chronicles, Volume One" (2004). "I played mostly like Woody Guthrie and that was about it. Glover's playing was well known and talked about around town, but nobody commented on mine."
Mr. Glover called himself Little Sun — a play on the names of other harmonica players named Sonny — and in 1963 he and the guitarists and singers Dave Snaker Ray and Spider John Koerner began performing together, inspired by bluesmen like Lead Belly and Muddy Waters.
While they could come close to sounding like the blues musicians they idolized, they had a distinctive quality of their own, forged from a mix of down-home blues, ragtime, string-band music and country folk.
"They were the finest white blues group in the entire folk revival of the era," the critic Dave Marsh wrote in "The Rolling Stone Record Guide" (1979). They were, he added, "highly influential on aficionados of black American folk music."
Their first album, "Blues, Rags and Hollers" (1963), combined original material with songs by Lead Belly, Blind Lemon Jefferson, Sleepy John Estes and others. It was first issued by a small Wisconsin record company, Audiophile. After the group signed with Elektra Records, one of the era's leading folk labels, the album was reissued and reached a wider audience.
"At a moment when much recorded blues was either stiffly reverent or slick and commercial," Keith Harris, music editor of City Pages, a weekly newspaper in Minneapolis, wrote after Mr. Glover's death, "the album's raucous, ragged take caught the ear of rockers and loosened up folkies."
Koerner, Ray and Glover played in nightclubs, on college campuses and at the Newport Folk Festival. The three had gone their separate ways by the late 1960s, a change prompted by Mr. Koerner's desire to travel widely, but they occasionally reunited for live shows — sometimes together, sometimes in pairs.
"Breakup was the wrong word," Mr. Koerner said by telephone. "We didn't part ways, and we were always friends."
The three issued an album of live performances from the '60s in 1972 and another in 1997, which had been recorded in performance a year earlier. Mr. Koerner had the most prolific solo recording career; Mr. Glover and Mr. Ray made two albums together; and Mr. Glover and Mr. Koerner released an album in 2009.
A review of Mr. Glover and Mr. Ray's 1990 album, "Ashes in My Whiskey," in The Clarion-Ledger of Jackson, Miss., said it "captures what they've done superbly for years: acoustic blues played with a feel for the grit that spawned them."
David Curtis Glover was born on Oct. 7, 1939, in Minneapolis to Harold Glover, an insurance salesman, and Margaret (Hauser) Glover. Growing up in the 1950s, he read "weird stuff" and hung out in cemeteries after midnight, he told Minnesota Public Radio in an interview. Childhood friends nicknamed him Tony.
He first heard the blues — as played by harmonica masters like Little Walter and Sonny Boy Williamson — on powerful radio stations based in Mexico. He taught himself the harmonica by playing along to records, then sought other musicians to play with.
About 1960 he was encouraged to meet Mr. Ray, who was four years younger. He later recalled standing in the hall outside Mr. Ray's apartment door before he knocked.
"I heard this early Lead Belly song coming from the other side," he said in an interview in 2005 with Twin Cities Daily Planet, an online news and arts website. "There was this kid with a guitar, he had blond hair, red apple cheeks, he was maybe 18 or 19. He had Lead Belly really pretty much down."
They eventually teamed up with Mr. Koerner, playing at coffeehouses and after-hours parties around the University of Minnesota. The Elektra release of "Blues, Rags and Hollers" built their reputation — not just in the United States, but also in Europe.
Jac Holzman, the founder of Elektra, said in an email that he had found out about Koerner, Ray and Glover's influence during a meeting with the Beatles in London. He was seeking the Beatles' permission to make an album of Baroque arrangements of their songs. (The album — "The Baroque Beatles Book," arranged and conducted by Joshua Rifkin — was released in 1965.)
"I explained to them what I wanted to do, and John said: 'Elektra? You do Koerner, Ray and Glover, don't you?' " Mr. Holzman wrote. "And the others chimed in and said, 'You're O.K. with us.' You couldn't get any better approval than that."
In addition to his work with Mr. Koerner and Mr. Ray, who died in 2002, Mr. Glover had a sideline as a writer. Building on his Dylan expertise, he wrote the liner notes for "Bob Dylan Live, 1966: The Royal Albert Hall Concert," a two-CD set.
He also wrote liner notes for other musicians, including Mr. Koerner, and blues and rock harmonica instruction books. He collaborated on "Blues With a Feeling" (2002), a biography of the blues musician Little Walter, with Scott Dirks and Ward Gaines. And he wrote criticism, notably for Rolling Stone, which published his reviews of albums by Bonnie Raitt, the Allman Brothers, Chuck Berry and Jimi Hendrix.
Reviewing Hendrix's album "Rainbow Bridge" in 1971, Mr. Glover wrote of the song "Red House," "Hendrix plays Delta blues for sure — only the Delta may have been on Mars."
In addition to his wife, Mr. Glover, who lived in St. Paul, is survived by two stepsons, Aaron and Nathaniel Nadler; three step-grandchildren; and a brother, Gary.
Over the years, Mr. Glover opened for performers like John Lee Hooker and Lucinda Williams and became friendly with Patti Smith. In 1972, he accompanied her on guitar when she recited poetry at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis.
"He was a man with an unshakable personal code," Ms. Smith told The Minneapolis Star-Tribune after his death. "He was Little Sun Glover, leaving us silently, his rays quietly reverberating."
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eFIN DEX
— Trading Module Launch: it has been delivered and will be improved during June to make sure all major UI functionality is stable. Work will continue in July for secondary priorities and new trading pairs will be rolled out with TPAY as the base pair, including EFIN coin which is expected for August 1st, pending the anticipated CoinMarketCap API integration next month.
— Easy Trade Launch: easy trade functionality will be deployed in July 31st if no major critical issues are found and priorities don't changed.
— Market Orders: market orders will launch August 15th.
eFIN/Blast Partner
— EFIN Rewards for TPAY Staking: they will be assigned next week. Blocksize will meet with the team this weekend to address this since we had to wait for the Blast migration before assigning this. All May rewards will be delivered as promised as per the original schedule. This will also include Standard Members of eFIN.
CryptoBet & CBET
— CBET Rewards Begin: the CBET rewards are already being assigned to the users in the Blast Dashboard. The coins will be distributed to user wallets on the eFIN DEX on July 1st. CBET will be available for trading on the DEX shortly after, but no exact date has been set.
— First CBET Airdrop for EFIN Partners and Platinum Partners: this will have to take place just before the distribution. We are aiming for June 30th. We are also doubling the Airdrop for Partners from 7,500,000 CBET to 15,000,000 CBET. Partners and Platinum will share 10,000,000 CBET and Platinum will exclusively receive 5,000,000 CBET. This will be over 120 months as originally stated. This Airdrop will be funded by the 40,000,000 pre-mined CBET coins.
— CBET Airdrop for TPAY Stakers: this will be taking place July 17th, and it will follow the original schedule of up to 7,500,000 TPAY as outlined in the CBET Whitepaper. This Airdrop will be funded by the 40,000,000 pre-mined CBET coins.
— Revenue Share: there is no longer a requirement to be staking TPAY or EFIN in order to receive the CBET revenues. We anticipate the first revenue payout to CBET holders to be in BTC and take place during the first week of July. This payout will represent 100% of the net gaming revenues of CryptoBet.com from June 3rd to June 30th. Platform revenues and win/loss are posted daily on Twitter, and will be available on the website on the Reporting page as early as next week.
— The 50% June Bonus for miners of over 1000 CBET that are staking TPAY: this tentative date is July 1st. There is no longer a requirement to be staking TPAY or EFIN to receive this bonus. Miners will still need to have earned over 1000 CBET during June to receive this bonus. This June bonus will be a CBET mining multiplier and funded by the 60,000,000 mineable CBET coin supply.
Management Commentary
The purposes of these changes are to reward the Blast Partner (formerly known as eFIN Partner) members. We appreciate the support and hope that Partners enjoy the benefit of DOUBLE the CBET Airdrops then what was originally announced. This will be partially funded by the 5,000,000 CBET coins that were allocated to EFIN staking rewards that we will discontinue. The reason being, EFIN wallet does not have the capability to sign messages yet, unlike the TPAY desktop wallet. There is no date to implement this functionality and we have prioritized other eFIN DEX development ahead of this and have therefore decided to instead shift these benefits directly to the Partners.
Furthermore, we will start the Membership 12 Month Partner Billing Cycle no earlier than August 1st, 2019. So, Partners that joined prior to this date will have accumulated months of free rewards. We anticipate the first renewals will be August 2020, and at this time we believe that our valuable members enjoy the benefit of renewing Partner and Platinum memberships. Many have joined as a Partner by using only their TPAY stakes, which is a testament to the amazing ecosystem that we are building. Partners are our top priority and the benefits of becoming a Partner, and especially Platinum, will continue to be enhanced throughout the rest of this year.
Like the EFIN wallet message signing, the ability to require TPAY or EFIN staking to receive CBET revenues is a technological challenge that would require substantial work between the CryptoBet and Blocksize teams. Accordingly, we will eliminate the requirement for holders of CBET to be staking TPAY or EFIN coins in order to receive the BTC revenue distributed to CBET holders. We feel that both of these development teams have considerable work ahead and the time is better spent enhancing the respective project. Going forward, we will focus on simplicity and easy to understand tokenomics, business rules and logic.


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6 ChemMatters | DECEMBER 2017/JANUARY 2018 www.acs.org/chemmatters
SHUTTERSTOCKThe outer layers of bones are composedof collagen and hydroxyapatite, a calciumphosphate salt (Ca10(PO4)6(OH) 2). Thesesubstances give bones their strengthand resilience. To form strong bones,hydroxyapatite depends on a good sup-ply of both calcium ions (Ca2+) andphosphate ions (PO43–) in the blood.
Vitamin D is needed for both calcium and
phosphate ions to be absorbed by the
intestines and increasing reabsorption
of calcium ions in the kidneys, thus
reducing the loss of calcium in the
Hydroxyapatite mineralizes around the collagen. When vitamin D levels are low, there is
relatively little hydroxyapatite compared with
collagen, so bones become soft. In a growing
child, this is a problem. Soft bones are pliable,
so their shape changes, and it's difficult for
a child to carry his or her own weight. It can
also lead to permanently deformed bones.
Most people get at least some of the vitaminD they need by making it themselves throughexposure to the sun. The tricky thing aboutsunlight exposure is balanc-ing the benefit of vitamin Dsynthesis with the risk ofskin damage. Developing asunburn or, worse, skin can-cer, depends on the amount of time you spendin the sun and the properties of your skin.
Some research suggests that approximately 5 to 30 minutes of sun exposure
between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at least twice
per week can produce adequate levels of
vitamin D. But on the other hand, the American Academy of Dermatology advises that protection should be used in the form of clothing
or sunscreen whenever exposed to sun.
Many peoplebelieve that if alittle bit of some-thing is good,then more mustbe better. Whenthis comes tovitamins, this kindof thinking canlead to health problems. Taking excessivedoses of vitamins can be toxic. Symptomsof vitamin D toxicity, or hypervitaminosis D,Nearly all cases of hypervitaminosis Doccur in people who ingest megadoses ofvitamin D from supplements. Taking a dailydose of 50,000 international units (IUs)of vitamin D for several months has beenshown to cause toxicity. This level is manytimes greater than the RecommendedDietary Allowance of 400 to 800 IUs ofvitamin D per day. Human bodies seem tonaturally moderate the amount of vitamin Dproduced by sun exposure, and even forti-fied foods don't contain large amounts ofvitamin D. The best way to avoid toxic levelsis to avoid consuming more than the recom-mended amount, which is summarized in thetable above.
Vitamin D Factsheet for Health
Professionals. Office of Dietary
Supplements, National Institute of
Health, Feb 11, 2016: https://ods.
od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-HealthProfessional/ [accessed Sept
Kamangarl, F.; Emadi, A. Vitamin and
Mineral Supplements: Do We Really
Need Them? International Journal of
Preventive Medicine, March 2012, vol.
3 ( 3); pp 221–226.
David Warmflash is a science writer who
lives in Portland, Ore. His most recent
ChemMatters article, "Preserving Organs:
Saving Lives, Giving Hope," appeared in
the December 2016/January 2017 issue.
Vitamin D allows the body to deposit calcium ions on the outer layer of bones,
making bones rigid and strong. Those with vitamin D deficiency (rickets) have soft,
weak bones and may have bowed legs as a result.
Definition: an international
unit (IU) is a unit of activity or
potency for vitamins, hormones,
or other substances, defined
individually for each substance
in terms of the activity of a standard quantity or preparation.
Recommended daily vitamin D dose
Age range (years) International units (IU) μg/day
0–1 400 10
1– 13 600 15
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The tricky thingabout sunlightexposure isbalancing the benefit ofvitamin D synthesis withthe risk of skin damage.


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As part of Singapore and Indonesia's bilateral efforts to
develop a digital economy, RP signed Memorandums of
Understanding (MOUs) on 12 March 2018 with Indonesia's
Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education and
POS Indonesia Educational Foundation to cover a learning
exchange programme with a focus e-commerce logistics.
This two-year programme is backed by Temasek Foundation
International's grant for training resources, with the other
parties providing co-funding. It will focus on enhancing
technical education courses in supply chain management
for e-commerce offered by some polytechnics in Indonesia.
Through the sharing of RP's Problem-based Learning
pedagogy, coupled with RP's capabilities in supply chain
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Huy Saturday Went to railhead at 9.30. Got back at noon. Went up to canteen after dinner. Had my hair cut. Got a parcel of shamrock [?] from Hannah and a letter from Jerry. Bright and quite warm today. Went … Continue reading
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From Bloomberg: Ambac Says Rating Downgrades Trigger Collateral Calls; May Need More Funds
Ambac Financial Group Inc., the bond insurer that lost its AAA credit ratings this year, said recent downgrades triggered $776 million of collateral posting and termination payments at its investment division.
While the unit has enough resources to meet the requirements, further downgrades may force it to seek funds from Ambac Assurance Corp., the New York-based company said today in a statement. The unit now has $3 billion of collateral and termination payments due, covered by investments with a $5.6 billion market value, Ambac said.
``We have ample liquidity to manage our commitments going forward,'' Chief Executive Officer Michael Callen said in the statement.
Hey, he uttered the "Short me, Please!" phrase. You know, the same one proclaimed by Schwartz of Bear Stearns, Callan of Lehman Brothers, and those guys over there at MBIA. They all have plenty of liquidity, right fellas.... RIIIGHTTTT!!!
You see, I really don't trust these guys when it comes to valuation issues. I took a bearish stance on them beginning in September of last year, and it doesn't look like they have proven me wrong yet. See What does MBIA, Ambac, and Brittany Spears have in common?
Currently, my major gripe with these guys is the assertion that they have adequate liquidty in one breath then trying to back it up by saying that this liquidity stems from investments with varying asset backed securities. Thus far during the crisis, whenever a monoline has had to liquidate it's "marketable securities" (which they appear to be touting as near cash equivalents), they have had to do so at a considerable loss. So, if the book value of these securities say they have a $2.6 billion margin, I bet the market will give them a $1.6 billion dollar margin. In other words, if this call for cash/margin call happens again, even just once more, MBIA and AMBAC are goners. It is not like they are going to be able to raise more capital. Even the uber wealthy tire of seeing their investments get burned.


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in april of last year we (myself, boyfriend, his mum and brother) went to st fagans. seeing as it's so close, i'm surprised we'd never been before. the weather provided a perfect day for it and as always i took plenty of photos. for some reason i'd not shown them before, but it was such a nice day out that i wanted to share now! i'd love to go again soon and take some photos around the gardens too.
loved the shops and all the labelling on the tins and bottles! we bought some delicious lemony biscuits too. all the cameras in the below photo got me a bit excited.
a rare clean shaven boyfriend! aww.
for some reason i found the fake fish and chips really amusing.


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Introduction: Prenatal and postpartum mental health has important implications for maternal well-being, and for infant development outcomes such as birthweight and later physical growth. Risk factors for poor maternal mental health and relationships with infant development might differ in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) compared to high-income countries. Our objectives were to assess relationships between prenatal distress and infant development outcomes at birth, and risk factors for distress during pregnancy and postpartum, in Vanuatu, a lower-middle income country.
Methods: We have developed prospective longitudinal studies of maternal mental health during pregnancy and infant development in Vanuatu. We analyzed symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression among 531 women during pregnancy and 121 women postpartum. We analyzed infant outcomes at birth such as birthweight. We repeated analyses of maternal mental health and assessed infant development one year later among 77 mother-infant pairs.
Results: Distress was higher among younger women (p=0.031). We observed a trend between lower dietary diversity and higher distress (p=0.080). We observed a curvilinear relationship between distress and infant birthweight (p=0.041), such that birthweight was lower among infants with both low and high levels of prenatal distress exposure. Controlling for confounding variables, greater distress during pregnancy predicted greater distress postpartum (p=0.041). We observed a trend suggesting that a greater number of prenatal visits predicted reduced distress postpartum (p=0.078
Conclusion: In addition to sociodemographic factors such as age, poor dietary patterns might be a risk factor for distress in LMICs. The curvilinear relationships observed between distress and infant outcomes at birth mirror those in high-income countries suggesting that high prenatal stress and anxiety symptoms have detrimental effects but that moderate stress promotes some aspects of development. Promoting prenatal care is already a priority in LMICs, and this might have longer-term benefits on postpartum mental health.
Kelsey Dancause– Professor, Université du Québec à Montréal
Kathryn Olszowy– Assistant professor, New Mexico State University
Len Tarivonda– N/A, Vanuatu Ministry of Health
Giavana Buffa– N/A, Binghamton University
Elisabeth Standard– Student, Binghamton University
George Taleo– N/A, Vanuatu Ministry of Health
Amanda Roome– Research Scientist, Bassett Research Institute
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C-Change Scotland Being Human Conference 2017
Entourage UK had the pleasure of delivering a conference in Glasgow for our new client C-Change Scotland. The Conference debated the rights of those with learning disabilities to live full lives of their own choosing. The keynote speaker, Sandy McGregor, had spent 37 years in residential care, from the age of 8, following a brain injury sustained in a traffic accident.
Sandy told delegates at the sold-out conference that he did not appreciate that he had a right to a voice, or to be listened to, until well into his forties when the residential institution which looked after him was closed and he was re-housed within the community.
Now supported by charity and conference hosts, C-Change Scotland, Sandy lives much more independently; got married last year and is currently planning his second holiday abroad.
The conference heard from a range of speakers involved in Social Care about the benefits to individuals and the State of Self Directed Support (SDS); allowing people greater freedom to choose the care package they need, rather than having it imposed on them.
Dr Sam Smith, C-Change CEO, said, "When he realised he not only had the right to opinions but that we were genuinely interested in hearing them, Sandy's attitude changed immeasurably. He is a lovely man and now an outspoken advocate for SDS. We worked closely with him to dismantle some pretty pointless restrictions which limited his life and it has been a true pleasure to see Sandy retake control over his life and choices.
"C-Change Scotland passionately believes in the human right of any individual to self-determination. Success for us is when someone builds sufficient independence to reduce their dependence on us – or indeed does not need us at all any more."
The conference sold out quickly and delegates included Local Authority and political decision makers; care providers; families and individuals keen to hear more about SDS and their rights to greater choice and autonomy.


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The night was full of promise. We were the reigning champions from last week's trivia slaughter at BackStreet Brewery. We thought we had it in the bag. Well, I guess there was a hole in the bottom of the bag because we fell through it and landed painfully on our asses.
Backstreet was full on this last Wednesday, teeming with eager young hipsters ready to snatch up that 2 growler prize at the end of the night. And then there was us: The Lagalots. A group that fluctuates in numbers and varies wildly in trivial knowledge.
Tonight there were four of us in the group; me, the old man, Paul, & Heather. We were missing Ck & Carie, down 2 good men.
We started out with beers and I got the usual, Jagged Little Pilsner, which is so tasty I can't help but keep coming back to it. Sean had the Set Sail IPA, which is also another tasty and strong selection from Backstreet's menu. They just got the Vienna Lager on Nitro in and I forgot that I wanted to try that. I didn't remember until the end of the night as Sean was closing up his tab. I guess I'll have to remember next week!
Heather tried something new, which came in a 10 ounce glass because it is more than 10% ABV. It was called the Shizz Imperial Red Ale or something similar. She liked it a lot and had two rounds through out the night. Paul had a Nut Brown Ale, he likes that one a lot and has it almost everytime we do trivia night. It's got a nice brown color to it and is not that strong so you can drink several.
The Taco Truck that is usually there and that has such delicious soyrizo & potato tacos was gone and won't be back. The Pop Quiz moderator told us he would be actively seeking a replacement food truck. Heather suggested they get the In & Out truck…sounds fine to me!
So in the first round, we came out strong. Despite the fact that we got 2 wrong, we were tied for second place. I mean, who knew the invention of auto-pilot would be the catalyst that started the mile-high club? Some dorks might know that…and they did. But we knew the sports question thanks to Paul and no one else got that one right. Well, they didn't cheer obnoxiously like we do when we get one.
Round two was a balls question and I immediately handed the answer sheet over to Paul. The question had to do with the top cities that got the most money from sports like Super Bowls and Championships and what-not. How could I know the answers when I barely understood the question? Luckily, Paul came to the rescue again and filled out all ten answers and got all ten right. At the end of round 2, we had 14 points and we were tied with 3 other teams for first place.
Then shit started going downhill. In round three, we got most of them right but then a ton of other teams did too. Ususally we use round three to secure our place as first but it wasn't working out that way. Then some asshole from a team that got the bonus question right got to roll the dice and his roll enabled him to steal a point from one team and give it to another. So the jerk-off choses to steal the point from us. What a cunt face, I curse him to hell! If only I knew his name!
Round four was the picture round and there were ten pictures of different reptiles that you had to identify. It took a while, but we got six out of ten correct. But i was upset that we wrote down turtle for one instead of tortoise, which was the right answer. I should've known better. My Myrtle Turtle would be pissed at me if she knew. We were in 3rd place by the end of that round.
The "guess who" round is always the most difficult and we learned an important lesson last night. It's ironic because we seem to need to learn this lesson every time we play. No matter how fucking sure any of us are about who the mystery person is, we need to wait until the 3rd clue to be absolutely sure. We only get six points that way but it's a lot better than no points; which is what we got last night because we jumped the gun and answered wrong. Fuck you, Tom Selleck.
The sixth and last round was pointless for us. We doubled down because we had nothing to lose but even if we had gotten all the points for being right, we still wouldn't have been close to winning. All the other teams knew Tom Selleck in the previous round so they were way ahead of us. We only got one out of six questions wrong but since we did double or nothing, we got nothing. Our final trivia score was 25. Sean and I have done better than that on our own. Very disappointing.
It looks like the Lagalots have some serious competition from here on out. But they can all go to hell because we are putting on our A game from now on. Of course, we can't go to redeem ourselves next week because we'll be at the San Diego Comic Con. Maybe Heather & Paul, and Ck & Carie can pull off a win….we deserve it! So get ready, mother fuckers!


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By TAP Guest Blogger
Posted on May 7, 2014
This forum summary is written by Mark Langer.
In March, privacy professionals gathered in the Silicon Valley for the 3rd Annual BCLT Privacy Law Forum. Sponsored by the Berkeley Center for Law & Technology, the Privacy Law Forum provides an opportunity for leading figures in privacy, both practitioners and academics, to address some of the critical issues in the field. Everyone was especially interested to hear from keynote speaker Jan Albrecht, a European Parliament member and the rapporteur for the E.U.'s General Data Protection Regulation, about the future of privacy in Europe.
Panel 1: Privacy and Mobile Payments
With a booming smartphone industry, mobile payments are the new frontier for electronic transactions. Professor Paul Schwartz laid the groundwork for the panel discussion, outlining the general legal framework and potential complications. Laura Berger (Federal Trade Commission) noted the immediate concerns from a regulator's standpoint, namely regulating deceptive privacy practices and illegal marketing while encouraging reasonable technology and security standards.
Security is not simply a concern for regulators. Scott Shipman (eBay, Inc.) and Russell Schrader (Visa, Inc.) discussed the importance of developing strong security measures and standards. Recent technological developments, like the use of tokenization, as well as growing standards in the mobile payment community, should help alleviate some of the privacy and security concerns. Tom Brown (Paul Hastings LLP) pointed out that most consumers seem willing to part with their personal information. As long as proper security measures are in effect, the other privacy aspects could be left to a competitive market.
Panel 2: Harmonizing Privacy and Innovation
Professor Kenneth Bamberger started the panel on privacy innovation and harmonization by highlighting his recent research on privacy regulation in Europe and the United States. While the European Union generally has strong privacy laws, each Member State enforces them differently. Bamberger found increasing similarities between successful privacy regimes on both sides of the Atlantic. More specifically, successful regulators have become more flexible and transparent, focusing on substantive protections and not just procedural checklists and paperwork.
Andrew Serwin (Morrison & Foerster LLP) emphasized the important distinction between privacy and data management. Privacy is based on societal norms, and any attempt at inter-cultural harmonization will generate inherent tensions. Kurt Wimmer (Covington & Burling LLP) noted that there is a great deal of agreement on baseline principles and an important focus should be to eliminate uncertainty and confusion for smaller companies that do not have budgets for large privacy programs. Christopher Sundermeier (Reputation.com) was also optimistic about privacy innovation and harmonization. He noted that privacy has become a new area for entrepreneurs, creating a new privacy culture that will promote future innovation.
Keynote Speaker: Jan Albrecht (E.U. Parliament)
Before discussing the proposed Data Protection Regulation, Jan Albrecht told the audience how he first became interested in privacy. Growing up 30 kilometers from the Iron Curtain, he had always loved technology and even studied IT law. However, his first interest in politics came from a desire to protect individuals and the environment from the radioactive waste facilities near his hometown. When the Parliament decided to work on a general E.U. Data Protection Regulation, he saw an opportunity to combine his interest in technology with his desire to protect civil rights and values. Albrecht discussed the key developments of the proposed regulation and some of its key terms. He then shifted his focus to the effect of Edward Snowden's revelations, calling for increased transatlantic discussion on privacy issues and investment in privacy development and technology.
Panel 3: Practical Lessons from Privacy Professionals
Christopher Wolf (Hogan Lovells) led a conversation on the practical realities facing privacy professionals. Paul Martino (Alston & Bird LLP) described how privacy law is developing in Washington, D.C. as both companies and politicians are adapting to the problems that technology poses. Josh Harris (Future of Privacy Forum) argued that while complete privacy harmonization might not be possible, interoperability between privacy frameworks can and should be a focus for lawmakers. Hank Dempsey (California State Assembly) spoke on how California has approached privacy legislation. He specifically encouraged interaction with the legislature to find alternatives and solutions.
Michael Hintze (Microsoft) discussed the challenges of handling privacy matters for an international corporation. In his experience, it is best not to meet the minimum requirements but rather look to the trends and future developments of privacy legislation. Brian Gin (Cisco Systems, Inc.) noted the difficulty of advising on privacy issues, especially as public opinion on the subject keeps changing. He encouraged getting the perspective of as many people as possible (stakeholders, partners, and customers) in order to understand not only basic privacy expectations, but also how privacy fits in to the company's product and image.
Panel 4: Big Data and Privacy Law: Classifications, Segmentation, and Fairness
In the final panel, Professor Deirdre Mulligan turned the focus to Big Data. As data brokers collect and analyze massive amounts of data, it has become necessary to articulate meaningful civil rights and protections. Drew Leibert (California Assembly Judiciary Committee) outlined his three main concerns: accessing, correcting, and protecting the information that companies are collecting. Nicole Ozer (ACLU) argued for transparency in reports and collection of information. Jim DeGraw (Ropes & Gray LLP) discussed the potential for legal enforcement against data brokers, noting the likelihood of FCRA enforcement against smaller companies that are unfamiliar with the law, as well as the potential for other laws, like anti-discrimination laws, to become a mechanism for regulation.
For more details on the 2014 BCLT Privacy Law Forum, including presentation slides and audio, please see http://www.law.berkeley.edu/16062.htm.
Mark Langer is a student at UC Berkeley School of Law.


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Join New York Times best-selling author Eben Alexander MD and co-founder of Sacred Acoustics Karen Newell on an exploration of life and consciousness. In 2008, Dr. Alexander spent seven days in a coma due to severe bacterial meningitis. While in coma with his brain shut down, he experienced a spectacular odyssey to realms beyond our known physical universe—an ultra-real journey that ran counter to all conventional neuro-scientific views about brain, mind and consciousness. As detailed in his book, Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife, sound provided the crucial engine for traversing spiritual dimensions during his incredible experience. In The Map of Heaven, Dr. Alexander explains how spiritually transformative experiences are quite common, and how science is waking up to this reality.
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Transcending the limitations of the human brain, and of the physical-material realm, allows us to recognize the fundamental truth of our underlying nature. Accessing this infinite awareness enables us to integrate the soul's journey into our lives here on earth. Decisions, directions, choices and outcomes are transformed through this greater awareness. Through meditation, strengthened heart connections and soul perspective, we can learn to live beyond the illusion of the physical world and all its drama, knowing that the answers truly lie within us all.
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There is much more to life than what we see, hear, smell, touch, and taste. Conventional science has limited "reality" to the evidence from our external senses. But consciousness underlies all of existence, and the spiritual realm is a collective truth that can no longer be dismissed—and that can be experienced personally by each of us.
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The First National Forum on Sepsis sponsored by The Rory Staunton Foundation will take place on Sept. 17, 2014 by the Reserve Officer Association at the Top of the Hill Conference Center in Washington, D.C.
The Rory Staunton Foundation (www.rorystaunton.com), has announced the speakers for the First National Forum on Sepsis: Defeating the Killer, being held in conjunction with Northshore-LIJ Health System.
Speakers to date include:
U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer (D-NY)
Nirav R.Shah, M.D.,M.P.H.- – Vice President & Chief Operating Officer for Clinical Operations at Kaiser Permanente, Southern California. Former New York State Health Commissioner and co-author of Rory's Regulations.
Thomas R. Frieden, M.D.,M.P.H. – Director, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Kevin J. Tracey, M.D. – D President and Chief Executive Officer of the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research.
Martin Doerfler, M.D. – Associate Chief Medical Office and Senior Vice President of Clinical Strategy and Development – North Shore-LIJ Health System.
Konrad Reinhart, M.D. – Director of Clinical Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine a the University Hospital of the Fredrick-Schiller University Jena, Chairman, Global Sepsis Alliance, World Sepsis Day
Patrick Conway, M.D.– Deputy Administrator for Innovation & Quality, CMS Chief Medical Officer
"We wholeheartedly welcome this group of speakers so committed to continuing to effectuate change in the identification and treatment of sepsis," stated Orlaith & Ciaran Staunton, Founders of the Rory Staunton Foundation.
"We now know much more about sepsis. In New York, because of Rory's Regulations, clinicians must first "think sepsis" and act accordingly. Our mission is to make that mandate and mindset the national standard of care. Vast numbers of patients walking into emergency rooms across this country and the world show symptoms of sepsis. Too many, like our precious son Rory, are sent home only to return gravely ill, and with no hope. It is when government and the medical community come together, that we can eradicate this vicious killer," the Stauntons concluded.
Registration is extremely limited. Please view our First National Forum on Sepsis Form and complete it as soon as possible if you are planning to attend.
About The Rory Staunton Foundation
The Rory Staunton Foundation seeks to ensure that no other young person or adult dies of sepsis because of lack of recognition of the deadly symptoms by the medical community and responsible authorities and to serve a major information source for the medical condition's symptoms and outreach efforts. For more information, please visit www.rorystaunton.com.
The Rory Staunton Foundation
Deirdre Hickey, 718-482-0088
National Forum on Sepsis: Defeating the Killer
Washington D.C., September 17th, 2014
Senator Charles E. Schumer Will Address the Forum as the Keynote Speaker
The Rory Staunton Foundation and North Shore- LIJ Health System have joined forces and will convene a panel of experts to explore the current failing methods of addressing sepsis care and share ideas for a fresh approach. The forum takes place at the Top of the Hill Conference Center in Washington D.C. on September 17th, 2014.
The Sepsis Forum takes place at the same time as a recent abstract was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association(JAMA) authored by leading physicians at Kaiser Permanente Medical Group and sepsis investigators from the Universities of Pittsburgh and Michigan which presented critical information not previously discussed.
The alarming new information shows that sepsis contributes to more deaths in America than previously recognized; in fact the authors concluded that sepsis contributed to 1 in every 2 to 3 deaths.
The majority of people who die from sepsis arrived at the hospital with the illness. Previously sepsis was believed to have been acquired in the hospital. This new information is critical to the general public because of the urgency required for individuals to recognize the signs and symptoms of sepsis and get treatment as soon as possible. In addition hospitals must now identify sepsis in their Emergency Departments and Physicians need to know the signs of sepsis when patients present with the symptoms.
Following on this, more people die from sepsis who present at hospitals in the early stages of sepsis than those presenting with advanced sepsis. The responsibility now lies with the hospitals to identify sepsis in the early stages and provide aggressive use of appropriate antibiotics in the early stages when lives can be saved.
Orlaith and Ciaran Staunton, Founders of the Rory Staunton Foundation, commented, "Our son Rory did not have to die. Sepsis is not being given the urgent recognition of a deadly disease and it has fallen under the radar screen in medical literature and with government agencies. We need to defeat this killer which claims over 258,000 Americans a year and is the biggest killer of children in the world. We are not waiting for a cure. We know we need to identify sepsis, make a diagnosis and treat appropriately and aggressively. No other parent needs to suffer as we do."
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-New Sepsis Data Presented in JAMA Abstract Brings with it an Alarming Call to Action-
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The Rory Staunton Foundation (www.rorystaunton.com) and North Shore-LIJ Health System have joined forces and today announced that they will convene a panel of experts to explore the current failing methods of addressing sepsis care and share ideas for a fresh approach in Washington, D.C. on September 17th, 2014. The forum is entitled "A Fresh Approach to a Persistent Problem." Registration details will be forthcoming.
The Foundation concurrently reported on a recent abstract in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) setting forth critical information regarding fatality statistics, challenging current diagnostic data and correcting the record on sepsis as a hospital-acquired infection. The abstract was authored by leading physicians at Kaiser Permanente Medical Group and sepsis investigators from the Universities of Pittsburgh and Michigan.
The short but compelling narrative resets the barometer regarding sepsis deaths, diagnosis and currently accepted data. Three of the most salient points are:
Sepsis contributes to more deaths in this country than we have previously recognized.
The authors concluded that "sepsis contributed to 1 in every 2 to 3 deaths" in their study. They also specifically chose the word "contributes" as sepsis directly causes deaths and also accelerates the dying process for individuals with other conditions such as cancer, COPD or heart failure.
The majority of individuals who died with sepsis presented to the hospital with the illness. It was not the result of a hospital-acquired infection.
This point needs to be stressed to people without medical training so that they recognize the signs and symptoms of sepsis and get appropriate attention as early in the course of sepsis as possible. Hospitals and healthcare institutions need to do all that is practicable to eliminate hospital-acquired infections. That said, this alone will not eliminate the largest burden of sepsis as a life-threatening illness. It also suggests that the primary focus of efforts to increase recognition and diagnosis of sepsis should be within our Emergency Departments, Physician offices and Urgent Care Centers, where individuals seek care at the early stages of significant illness.
More deaths occur in individuals who present to the hospital in the early stage of sepsis than those presenting with advanced sepsis.
This might seem counter-intuitive given the previous statement about early community recognition and seeking medical attention for early stage sepsis. But it emphasizes to hospitals, physicians, nurses, EMTs and paramedics that greater focus on recognition of the signs and symptoms, timely diagnosis and aggressive use of appropriate antibiotics is just as important in early sepsis as is the work many hospitals have been doing for the past several years to improve our recognition and treatment of more advanced "Severe Sepsis" and "Septic Shock," which have been widely perceived as the greater problem.
Orlaith and Ciaran Staunton, Founders of the Rory Staunton Foundation, commented, "The National Forum could not come at a more opportune time following the dramatic sepsis analysis and new data that appeared in JAMA. We look forward to this national event bringing light to sepsis, which has fallen under the radar screen in medical literature and by many agencies, but remains a vigilant killer."
"Since the unnecessary death of our son Rory at the age of 12 years old from undiagnosed and untreated sepsis, we have worked tirelessly to ensure that no other parent suffer as we continue to. New York State enacted the Rory Regulations, mandating sepsis protocols in every hospital in the state; we pleaded for sepsis awareness in the United States Senate to Senator Harkin's Committee; and after much work received the support of Dr. Thomas Frieden, Director of the Center for Disease Control (CDC). We feel today that our battle has just begun and will not waiver until every medical professional worldwide considers, 'Could this be sepsis?' and acts accordingly," the Stauntons' concluded.
Published: December 9, 2013
Press Release: North Shore LIJ
North Shore LIJ saves thousands of lives with sepsis initiative
ORLANDO, FL (IHI National Forum 2013) — Aided by its strategic partnership with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), the North Shore-LIJ Health System reported today that it has reduced sepsis mortality in its hospitals by 50 percent over the past four years.
"We have reduced the sepsis mortality rate in our health system from 31 percent in 2009 to about 15 percent today," said Martin Doerfler, MD, senior vice president of clinical strategy and development at North Shore-LIJ. "With the number of patients that we have as a very large health system (more than 260,000 hospital discharges in 2012), that translates into several thousand lives that have been saved over the past four years through the work we have done internally and through our partnership with IHI."
Sepsis kills an estimated 200,000 Americans every year – more than most cancers, strokes and heart attacks. Recognizing the severity of the problem, North Shore-LIJ Health System President and CEO Michael Dowling launched a campaign to combat the problem in 2009, when clinical leaders from throughout the health system began partnering with scientists at North Shore-LIJ's Feinstein Institute for Medical Research to identify patients in the earliest stages of sepsis and collect blood samples for research in a collaborative campaign to understand the condition and figure out ways to reduce the risk of death.
A year later in 2010, the Feinstein Institute hosted the Merinoff Symposium, bringing together more than 150 scientists, physicians, policymakers and other sepsis experts from 18 different countries to increase awareness of sepsis. The international conference created the first worldwide consensus on how to define sepsis and best practices to fight the disease – two critical steps in bringing the once-hidden killer out into the open.
In 2011, North Shore-LIJ's campaign against sepsis ramped even further when the health system and the IHI established a strategic alliance to test new ways to prevent sepsis and manage its most harmful effects through earlier recognition. "When we began to partner with IHI, we really accelerated the pace of improvement as we expanded the IHI's collaborative methods to 12 of the health system's 16 hospitals," said Dr. Doerfler, noting that the effort did not include North Shore-LIJ's children's, psychiatric or affiliated hospitals. Dr. Doerfler and John D'Angelo, MD, the health system's senior vice president of emergency medicine, will be part of a team of clinicians from North Shore-LIJ that will be presenting Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the 25th IHI National Forum on Quality Improvement on how their work with the IHI in hospital emergency departments and medical/surgical units has improved process measures and clinical outcomes.
Through its collaboration with IHI, North Shore-LIJ developed highly reliable processes to expedite the treatment of patients with all forms of sepsis. Under the leadership of Dr. D'Angelo, all of North Shore-LIJ's 12 emergency departments (ED) have been testing and reengineering processes to:
Similar processes were put in place in the health system's medical/surgical units to promote early detection and aggressive treatment. To decrease the time it takes to identify patients at risk of sepsis, North Shore-LIJ screens patients with an infection who have two or more of the following: elevated or lower-than-normal body temperature, a heart rate greater than 90, a respiratory rate greater than 20, altered mental status or elevated white blood cell count.
Once patients are diagnosed with sepsis, the immediate focus turns to treatment. Treatment guidelines established by the Surviving Sepsis Campaign – an initiative of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine, the International Sepsis Forum (ISF) and the Society of Critical Care Medicine — call for patients to receive antibiotics within 180 minutes of when a septic patient presents at an Emergency Department. North Shore-LIJ has taken a more aggressive stance, with a goal of administering antibiotics to severe septic patients within 60 minutes.
Another underlying problem with sepsis is the lack of public awareness of the condition. Tragically, the 2012 death of a 12-year-old New York City boy, Rory Staunton, helped put the spotlight on sepsis. Rory had cut his arm diving for a basketball at his school gym. The next day, he arrived at his pediatrician's office, vomiting, feverish and with pain in his leg. He was later sent to a local hospital emergency room. The doctors all concluded he was suffering from an upset stomach and dehydration. He was given fluids, told to take Tylenol and sent home. Three nights later, he died in a hospital's intensive care unit. The cause was severe septic shock.
The Stauntons went searching for answers to prevent other families from having to go through the same ordeal. They ended up connecting with North Shore-LIJ. "I was introduced to the Staunton family soon after Rory died," said Mr. Dowling, who was acquainted with Rory's uncle. "They were understandably devastated by the loss of their child. Our clinical staff worked with them to figure out how we could put in place a check list that clinicians could use to flag those at risk of sepsis."
Earlier this year, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the statewide implementation of "Rory's Regulations," becoming the first state in the nation to require hospitals to adopt best practices for the early identification and treatment of sepsis. The guidelines in Rory's Regulations relied heavily on best practices that North Shore-LIJ adapted based on its collaboration with IHI. In September, the Stauntons testified before Congress as part of an effort to implement similar measures at the federal level. They also established the Rory Staunton Foundation in their son's memory.
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About North Shore-LIJ Health System
One of the nation's largest integrated health care systems and the largest in New York State, North Shore-LIJ delivers world-class clinical care throughout the New York metropolitan area, pioneering research at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research and a visionary approach to medical education highlighted by the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine. North Shore-LIJ cares for people at every stage of life at 16 hospitals and nearly 400 outpatient physician practices throughout the region. North Shore-LIJ's owned hospitals and long-term care facilities house more than 6,000 beds, employ more than 10,000 nurses and have affiliations with more than 9,400 physicians. With a workforce of more than 47,000, North Shore-LIJ is the largest private employer in New York State. For more information, go to www.northshorelij.com.
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In honor and memory of Rory's extraordinary life and inspirational passion for leadership and ethics which compelled him at such a young age, youth leadership group Grab the Torch is establishing a $2,000 scholarship in Rory's name for one high school student to attend the Grab the Torch Camp in Bethel, ME from July 14-19, 2013.
Grab the Torch (GTT) is an organization dedicated to the in‐depth educational experience of leadership, ethics, authenticity and philanthropy. The program is a 5‐day overnight camp experience developed to provide a full immersion introduction to the business and commitment of the non‐profit, foundation, cause-‐related marketing and greater good professional.
Students are initiated by an extraordinary range of speakers and panelists – from community leaders to Fortune 500 CEOs – who share with the students their personal experiences and journeys in the non-profit, philanthropic, corporate and community engagement sectors.
Planned outings, site visits and extracurricular activities throughout the week are purposeful and balanced, combining the magical experience of summer programs with a presentation of the empowerment possible – for those in need and for the students themselves – by giving back, taking action and leading in a responsible and ethical way.
The Rory Staunton scholarship will be awarded for the best essay about the importance of the student's heritage which the organizers receive. All essays should reference Rory Staunton and the code IAM should be noted in the application.
The Rory Staunton Foundation (www.rorystaunton.com) and Global Sepsis Alliance (www.globalsepsisalliance.org) today announced that they will unite to fight against sepsis, which claims 8-9 million lives annually. They aim to collaborate to create Global Sepsis awareness & mandates.
On January 13th, as a result of the remarkable success of the efforts of the Rory Staunton Foundation, New York Governor Cuomo made New York the first State in the U.S.A., and among the first governments worldwide, to establish statutory regulations for sepsis management. 'Rory's Regulations' require hospitals to adopt proven practices for the early identification and treatment of sepsis.
12 year-old Rory scratched his elbow playing school basketball on March 29(th) 2012. He soon became unwell and, having previously been sent home from a leading New York hospital, died four days later from unrecognized sepsis.
The Rory Staunton Foundation's achievements under the direction of Orlaith and Ciaran Staunton came to the attention of the Global Sepsis Alliance (GSA), under the leadership of Dr. Konrad Reinhart and Dr. Ron Daniels, as a shining example of strategies to engage governments. The GSA has achieved world successes in engaging professional societies, healthcare providers and policy makers (www.world-sepsis-day.org).
Both organizations call governments around the world to examine their response to sepsis. National strategies in New York, Wales and Scotland will be used as examples to drive response.
*Sepsis affects over 26 million people worldwide each year. One third die.
*It is the largest killer of children and new-born infants in the world.
*Sepsis is increasing at an annual rate of 8-13%.
Sepsis is a life-threatening illness arising from the body's response to infection. More common than heart attacks, and more deadly than stroke, sepsis strikes with devastating ferocity in all countries, and is the leading cause of maternal death. Sepsis respects no age, race, gender, or economic status. Sepsis kills far more people than AIDS, and requires a global fight of equal magnitude.
Ciaran Staunton said "Sepsis is a worldwide medical emergency, it demands an urgent response from governements worldwide. Globally it is estimated that over 18 million cases occur each year and in the devoping world it is the cause of death for as many as 7 out of 10 children."
Published: February 12, 2013
Rep. Joe Crowley Press Release
Queens Community Leader and Businessman Joins Crowley for State of the Union Address
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Rep. Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx), Vice Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, welcomed Queens community leader and businessman Ciaran Staunton as his honored guest for President Obama's State of the Union address. Staunton, owner of the Molly Blooms Restaurant and Bar in Sunnyside and founder of the Queens Boulevard Merchants Initiative, an effort to rejuvenate and revitalize an area of Queens, has been a staunch advocate for creating an atmosphere of growth for small businesses in Queens. Staunton serves as the President of the Irish Lobby for Immigration Reform, and is a nationally recognized voice in support of comprehensive immigration reform. In addition, he and his wife Orlaith have championed efforts to improve emergency room care and increase awareness of sepsis following the loss of their son due to the illness.
"I am so pleased Ciaran is able to join me for the State of the Union this year. As the president lays out a vision for our nation, Ciaran's insight as both a community leader and businessman is invaluable. I look forward to continuing to work with Ciaran on a number of critical issues, including immigration reform and efforts to encourage small business growth in Queens," said Rep. Crowley. "Ciaran has kept up his efforts to improve Queens even through the difficulty of losing his young son Rory, but there is no question Rory will be with us in spirit tonight. Rory's passion for politics and his desire to help make the world a better place at such a young age was inspiring, and I know he is proud that his father is a part of this historic night."
"I am thrilled to attend the State of the Union and I look forward to hearing President Obama's message on immigration reform and the economy," said Staunton. "Congressman Crowley has been a leader on comprehensive immigration reform, and is helping to build a better, stronger Queens. I thank him for this opportunity, and for his support of the Queens community."
Staunton will join Rep. Crowley in the U.S. House of Representatives Chamber for the address. Members of Congress are allotted one guest ticket to the State of the Union.
Congressman Crowley is the eight-term representative from the 14th Congressional District of New York, which includes sections of Queens and the Bronx. He is a member of the powerful Ways and Means Committee and serves as Vice Chair of the Democratic Caucus in the House of Representatives.


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Losing weight in a short time can be done with a diet where one of the dominant ingredients is the pineapple. It is safe because pineapple is rich in vitamin C, folic acid and many essential minerals.
Pineapples has little calories and is rich in water, which makes this fruit a perfect item for short time diets.
It will also cleanse and detoxify the body from the harmful toxins. This diet will help you lose five kilos in three days. Don't practice this diet for more than five days as the body needs the nutrients that the pineapple doesn't possess.
Diet plan:
First three days:
-Slice of bread and two slices of pineapple.
-boil the pineapple's bark in water for twenty minutes, cool down and consume it.
-200 grams of chicken breast, a little bit of salt and some mustard.
– three slices of pineapple.
– fresh pineapple or one cup of low-fat yogurt.
-Vegetable puree (carrots, leek, asparagus) with lettuce salad and chicken meat.
-fresh pineapple.
Advantages :
-The ingredients are easy to find
-you can lose weight in short period of time;
– detoxify the body;
Don't perform heavy exercises.
This s a short term diet so don't over do it !!!
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Bootstrap Bill Turner
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Bootstrap Bill Turner is a Pirates of the Caribbean minifigure that appeared in the theme's video game, LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game, and appears in the set 4184 The Black Pearl.
LEGO.com descriptions[edit]
This is a description taken from LEGO.com. Please do not modify it. (visit this item's product page) Bootstrap Bill has been a cursed sailor aboard the Flying Dutchman since Captain Davy Jones saved him from an eternity imprisoned on the ocean floor. A fiercely loyal minifigure, Bootstrap Bill is always trying to save the bricks of his former captain, Jack Sparrow, and will even give up his own freedom to save his long lost son– William Turner.
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Bootstrap in LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game
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Posts filed under 'TV'
Well SOMEONE didn't get the memo!!
I mean, really, this is basic 'Ho Code 101' shit, people.
The bottom-line, the guiding principle, THE golden fucking RULE when you're bumpin' fuglies with prominent, married public figures (or, ok, well, anyone who's initials are NOT YOUR SPOUSE) is to take a chill on workin' your grill.
It's that simple.
No need for discussion!
It is immorality's universally accepted imperative, for chrissakes!!
Yet, every few fornications there comes along some slut who just can't keep it shut.
From Dynasty cast member wannabe Gennifer Flowers to dimestore hooker doppelganger Jaimee Grubbs to the demented and diapered Lisa Nowak — there's always some skank who slips up and spoils the secret sexy times by spilling something she shouldn't have.
Thanks a lot, Paula Broadwell!
Because of you tryin' to go and blackmail a bitch over email and everything, poor David Petraeus now must foray back into the field of contraband coochie to find some stupid new streetwalker to screw.
But the real tragedy here is far worse than whatever future befalls dear David … or you … .
The real tragedy here is bigger, Paula … because it affects me.
Yes, Paula … the catastrophic consequences of your exasperatingly irritating email tirades mean that I now must go buy an ax, find a frickin' forest, cut down a tree, chop that shit up, build a frickin' fire, heat up a poker and GOUGE MY FUCKING EYES OUT
in an attempt to rid myself of the mental image of David's sad old doggy dick doin' The Cabbage Patch in yet another whore's hoo-ha!
I live in fucking FLORIDA, Paula!
Do you have any idea how far I have to drive before I wind up in the woods?!?
Fucking FAR, Paula!!
It didn't have to end like this, Paula.
Or maybe it did.
Because there's always one hot ho mess out there like you, isn't there Paula?
Oh yeah there is.
Take it to the bank, gents! 😉
Boo is BACK, bitches!!!!!
End the panic!
Bring the YAY!!
For Friday the 13th is NOT a bad-luck day and life as we know it is NOT, in fact, coming to an end!!
Because it's not true.
Because he Is ALIVE!!!!!
Mah (newest) BOO is ALIVE, y'all!!!!
As in not dead!!!!!!!!
Awful, horrible, heinous people were spreading awful, horrible, heinous rumors over the interwebs yesterday that Boo — the cutest, cuddliest, most captivating canine ever to set paw on the planet — was just a desperate little piece of D-E-A-D, sparking worldwide SADZ!
'… Boo is dead? This is traumatizing,' one devotee to the little doggie wrote.
::: *sniff :::
'You will live forever on the Internet,' wrote another.
Frownie faces everywhere!
Until today!
Today, when God parted the clouds, opened the heavens and mercifully rained down showers of shiny, sweet, golden kisses of AHHHHHH as the truth was revealed.
And life is good again.
On Friday, the 13th.
The day before the Greeneyedgirl's birthday.
GoDaddy go to your room!
And STAY THERE until you and your #2 pencil can score at least a D- on your next Super Bowl Advertising Etiquette 101 exam without the obvious Photoshop trickery you sickasses perpatrated on my innocent ocular cavities this time.
I ain't havin' it, bitches!
I have graded your latest, uhh, attempt as a pitifully lame mockery of the SESSAY the world has come to expect from you!
A 77-year-old?
What were you thinking?!
Did the shock of the not really shocking reality that there is not now, nor has their ever been, the smidgiest bit of beef in your Taco Bell Enchirito deliver the 'thenwhatthehellhaveIbeeneating' so hard you hit your head on the coffee table on your way out of consciousness before the cameras started rolling?
That's got to be it.
Tell me that's it!
Because if that's not it, there is just ZERO excuse for this unholy meemaw MESSINESS!
Even if you plunged that bag o' sag in Crisco, infused her with the sweet, untouched nectar and promise of a thousand pre-pubescent girls and drown her old ass in hyperbaric oxygen therapy for as long as all of her surgical warranties combined – this look ————————————–>
is not achieved.
Just a big DO NOT WANT sandwich any way you slice that synthetic septuagenarian's surgically-altered and permanently-pickled parts.
Like flyng pink unicorns, an actual Sarah Palin intelligence quotient or lasting peace in the Middle East – some things just aren't.
Joan Rivers' sex appeal = AREN'T TO INFINITY!!!
Now if you'll excuse me, I have to
start drinking very, Very, VERY heavily figure out how to forget I ever saw this shit!
Not for nothing but …
Those dumbass motherfuckers who continue to insist – against all reason and factual scientific evidence to the contrary – that climate change is all a hoax need to wake the fuck UP!
Or maybe they just need to read … and learn … instead of listening to some FOX network sprayhead spout uneducated opinions passed off as truth and nodding their agreement because it's easier than reading … or learning.
Oh but try, wontcha?
Because what happened in Chile is not an isolated incident.
And what happened in Haiti is not an isolated incident.
They're not.
Stop. Look back. Think. Start connecting the dots.
A lot of the political blah blah over climate change turns into tee hees about 'global warming' – an admittedly idiotic term because it's misleading (especially for people who don't read) and fails to address the issue in total.
People snicker and roll their eyes when discussion of the catastrophic effects of a two degree escalation in temperature by 2100.
Global warming my left nut, they say, it's SNOWING in Orlando!
Global warming?!, they laugh.
Two degrees? HAHAHAHA!!! Big whoop, they say.
Except that it is.
Here's what two degrees means:
– acidification of the world's oceans, endangering much of the marine food chain (like when Pacific salmon populations fell sharply in 1997 and 1998, when local ocean temperatures rose 6 degrees F.)
– summer heatwaves of increasing frequency, duration and intensity. It is likely that every second summer on average will endure severe heatwaves (like the 2003 heatwave in Europe that resulted in some 30,000 deaths)
– more frequent and longer incidences of heat and drought, adversely affecting crop and food production in many parts of the world (like the summer of 1998 when crops withered and Dallas temperatures topped 100 degrees F for 29 days straight or the heat wave in India that same year that killed more than 2,500)
– the combination of severe heatwaves and drought is likely to result in more frequent occurrences of wildfires (like the 2003 and 2009 Mediterranean wildfires or the fires that have ravaged California the past two years)
– the disappearance of much of the glaciers in South America and Asia, meaning that hundreds of millions of people (possibly billions) will lose their sources of fresh water – threatened or wiped out (like how Mount Kilimanjaro has lost 75% of its ice cap since 1912. Oh, and Venezuelan mountaintops had six glaciers in 1972 – today only two remain.)
– Greenland will tip into irreversible melt, accelerating sea level rise which is by this stage already threatening low lying countries such as Bangladesh. (like how the rise in sea levels is already felt here – Florida farmland up to 1,000 ft. inland from Biscayne Bay is being infiltrated by salt water, rendering the land too toxic for crops)
– mass extinction of perhaps as much as a third of animal and plant species worldwide (uhh, like, uhh the greatest mass extinction since the dinosaurs disappeared some 65 million years ago 😦 ).
Oh, but hey – that's a maybe increase by a maybe two degrees maybe by the next 90 years, which is, like, forever away in time so no big deal, right?
Except that it is.
Because climate change involves more than taking the earth's temperature and it's not going to wait to start 90 years from now.
"Climate change doesn't just affect the atmosphere and the oceans but the earth's crust as well. The whole earth is an interactive system….In the political community people are almost completely unaware of any geological aspects to climate change."
— Geophysicist Bill McGuire of University College London
"Mother Earth is short-tempered and volatile. So sensitive in fact, that even slight changes in weather and climate can rip the planet's crust apart, unleashing the furious might of volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and landslides."
— from the 2009 conference on Climate Forcing of Geological and Geomorphological Hazards
"Scientists say melting glaciers could induce tectonic activity. As ice melts and waters runs off, tremendous amounts of weight are lifted off of Earth's crust. As the newly freed crust settles back to its original, pre-glacier shape, it can cause seismic plates to slip and stimulate volcanic activity according to research into prehistoric earthquakes and volcanic activity."
— findings from several studies published in The Wall Street Journal in 2006
Haiti, Argentina, Venezuela, Eureka, California, north of Chicago, Japan, Chile
— Where earthquakes have struck just in the first two months of 2010
If you don't live in earthquake, tsunami, hurricane or tornado country – smile … but just briefly 'cuz you can't outrun Mother Nature. Just ask Elmaz Qyra.
Just in case you missed the awesomeness
Which I would completely understand given the fact that it was an exhausting but wholly rewarding National Signing Day yesterday, after which you collapsed in a heap of inebriated, blobby JOY like I did and maybe, just possibly, perhaps missed another satisfying Jon Stewart logic/reason/reality badass beatdown of Bill O'Reilly's assfucked accounting of current events.
If so – enjoy …


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3 Month Old Male AVAILABLE to WORKING Home
Already housebroken, crate-trained, finished with puppy shots and microchipped, this pup is a great deal for someone who wants a clean slate for training, but household basics already done.
This pup has HIGH DRIVE. If you're asking yourself what that means, he's likely not for you. No, that doesn't mean hyper or neurotic. He is the opposite. He is very calm for his age and there is nothing hectic about him. He is relentless. He is fearless, confident, an tenacious as can be. He is incredibly intelligent and learns extremely quickly. He MUST be worked in some capacity for his mental health (and yours!).
This puppy needs MENTAL STIMULATION. Something to think about- something to do. IPO, agility, nosework, tracking, etc. Let him show you how capable he is! He is the equivalent of a gifted/genius child. You can either direct him appropriately and achieve great things, or you can pay the price for not doing so.
He is AMAZING with children of all ages from infancy to junior high. Very handler-oriented, extreme focus, just all the great things you see in a top prospect. Incredibly high food drive and prey drive. Could likely substitute agility for IPO and still do him justice. If you are still reading and think this is what you're looking for (a top candidate for what a working line GSD is supposed to do), please call to discuss.
VERY nice breeding- this pup has future stud potential if handled properly- he could go all the way.
SOLD! CONGRATULATIONS, Andrea!
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Stevie Wonder Biography
The Stevie Wonder biography tells the story of a very talented musician who has earned the respect and admiration of his peers and millions of fans, despite being blind. Wonder is a consummate showman and has won enough awards to fill dozens of trophy cases.
Early Stevie Wonder Biography
Stevie Wonder was born Stevland Hardaway Judkins on May 13, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan. He has two younger and three older siblings, and his parents are Lula Mae Hardaway Morris and Calvin Judkins. Wonder was born prematurely, and has been blind since birth.
When Wonder was four years old, his parents separated. Since then his legal last name has been Morris.
Wonder's Start in the Music Business
When he was just seven years old, Wonder began playing piano and soon discovered that he was a natural. After only two years, he was playing at a skill level unheard of for kids his age. He quickly progressed to teaching himself to play harmonica, bass, and conga drums, and was an active voice in his church choir.
Ronnie White, a member of the Motown group The Miracles, heard Wonder singing at age eleven. White recognized this incredible talent and arranged a meeting with Wonder, his mother, and Berry Gordy Jr., Motown's CEO.
In 1961, Little Stevie Wonder released his first single, I Call it Pretty Music, But Old People Call it the Blues. In 1962, two full-length albums were released, but they were not to become instant hits.
Becoming a Superstar
Even though his first forays into the music business were only slightly successful, Motown believed in Stevie Wonder. In 1963, a single called Fingertips Pt. 2, from a live recording, became an overnight sensation and launched Wonder to the top of the Billboard Charts. A string of hit singles would soon follow, including such memorable tunes as:
- Uptight (Everything's Alright)
- With a Child's Heart
- Blowin' in the Wind (a cover of a classic Bob Dylan song)
- I Was Made to Love Her
- For Once in My Life
- Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)
- My Cherie Amour
During the 1960s, Wonder also explored the world of songwriting, composing songs for himself as well as other Motown artists. He penned the massive hit single Tears of a Clown for Smokey Robinson and the Miracles.
More Hits and Creative Control
One of the most overlooked aspects in the Stevie Wonder biography is his influence in gaining creative control over his own work from the record company. In 1971, Wonder argued with Berry Gordy over this issue, and eventually left Motown because of it. During that time, he released two independent records, and eventually resigned with Motown in 1972. This time, however, he has complete control over his own career and held onto the rights to his songs, breaking down barriers for musicians and musical groups to come.
The 1970s also saw Wonder's marriage to backup singer Syreeta Wright. The marriage only lasted 18 months, but the pair continued to work together. Many more of Wonder's singles scored high on the music charts, including:
- Superstition
- You Are the Sunshine of My Life
- Higher Ground
- Living for the City
- You Haven't Done Nothin
- Sir Duke
- Isn't She Lovely
The 1980s and Beyond
Having already proven himself as a master of singing, songwriting, and playing music, Wonder settled in to a comfortable period in his career, where he could really pick and choose what he wanted to do.
In 1982, Wonder recorded the duet Ebony and Ivory, with former Beatle Paul McCartney. In 1984, Wonder's I Just Called to Say I Love You appeared on the soundtrack for the film The Woman in Red. The song hit #1 all over the world and remains one of Wonder's most recognizable songs.
Collaborations and Covers
Stevie Wonder has worked with an astounding number of musicians and singers over the course of his career, recording duets, adding backing vocals, and playing various instruments. He can be heard on recordings by:
- The Eurythmics
- Aretha Franklin
- Chaka Khan
- Elton John
- Bob Marley
- Michael Jackson
- Lenny Kravitz
- Marvin Gaye
In 1985, Wonder collaborated on the writing of the song We Are the World, recorded by a collection of artists under the name USA for Africa. Proceeds from the single went towards famine relief.
Awards, Recognition, and Inspiration
Stevie Wonder has won countless awards and been recognized by many institutions throughout his career, including:
- 25 Grammy Awards
- Lifetime Achievement Grammy
- Songwriters Hall of Fame induction
- An Academy Award (for I Just Called to Say I Love You)
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction
- Kennedy Center Honors
- Billboard Century Award
- Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Civil Rights Museum
Today, Wonder has seven children by three different women, and is currently married to Kia Millard Morris. He is still recording and writing songs, and works on behalf of a variety of humanitarian causes.
Stevie Wonder and his music have become not only iconic, but also inspirational to musicians from all genres. From growing up with a disability in Michigan to the opulent world of superstardom, he has remained humble and throughout his storied career.


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Bladder Infection in the Elderly and Treatment Options
Bladder infections in the elderly are common as the bladder muscles begin to weaken and the immune system becomes suppressed. Treatment of bladder infections requires antibiotics.
Find information on a number of urological diseases and disorders that can affect men and women. We cover everything from kidney stones, urinary tract infections, erectile dysfunction, incontinence, interstitial cystitis and others. Learn symptoms, diagnosis and treatment methods for a variety of conditions.
Bladder infections in the elderly are common as the bladder muscles begin to weaken and the immune system becomes suppressed. Treatment of bladder infections requires antibiotics.
Learn more about non specific urethritis. What are the risks and how it is transmitted? Know more about treatment and prevention.
Read about what causes urethritis and the treatments available for men and women. Urethritis has different symptoms in men and women, and it can be a result of other diseases or conditions.
Are you looking for a list of the best antibiotics for UTI? These drugs are most often prescribed for urinary tract infections because they produce successful results.
Symptoms of prostatitis can vary depending on which of the four forms is present. There are similar symptoms for each form, but symptoms do vary. Learn the signs and symptoms for each of the four forms of prostatitis.
Prostatitis is a condition that occurs when the prostate becomes inflamed. The causes of prostatitis can vary depending on the form that is present; however, symptoms generally remain unchanged.
A chronic prostate and bladder infection in men commonly occur together. The infections often cause similar symptoms, such as pain while urinating and back and side pain. Doctors can sometimes treat both conditions with medications. Read more about the affect of bladder and prostate infections.
Urologists use ureteral stents to improve the flow of urine from the kidney to the bladder. Ureteral stent removal occurs after the stent has done its job. Learn why this procedure is done to better understand the use of ureteral stenting.
Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis occurs in people who have chronic kidney disease or acute kidney trauma. Learn more about this condition to better understand why it occurs.
Urinary tract infection is a bacterial infection that affects the kidneys, bladder and ureters. Several antibiotics for urinary tract infection eliminate the bacteria that cause these infections.
Acute bacterial prostatitis is a painful condition where the prostate gland is inflamed and infected by one of different possible bacterial agents. Find out what causes this condition, and how it is diagnosed and treated.
Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment of a male genital yeast infection, and when you need to seek medical assistance.
The antibiotics for kidney infection treatment fall into several classifications and work in different ways to treat the illness. Explore the pros and cons of some of these medications.
Many of the processes that occur inside the body are interesting to learn and can make people more aware about what's happening in the heart, in the kidneys or in the brain. Here are some very amazing facts about the urinary system .
Urinary tract infections affect the kidneys, bladder and urethra. Left untreated, they can cause serious complications. Learn more about the pathophysiology of a UTI and possible risks.
Urology problems in men range from mild inconveniences to serious health risks. Here are some of the most common urologic problems, their causes and their treatment options.
There are quite a number of signs and symptoms associated with cystocele and they range from pain in the pelvis, difficulty urinating, or a feeling of fullness in the vagina. The doctor will need to carry out special pre op tests for fallen bladder surgery before the cystocele is repaired.
If your doctor gave you a referral to see a urologist, you may be wondering what to expect. Your first urologist visit will likely consist of reviewing your medical history and diagnosing your possible medical conditions. Learn what to bring and which questions to ask your urologist.
Is bladder sling surgery a good option for dealing with female incontinence? If your physician has recommended this procedure for you, make sure you get the facts. While the procedure is quite common and typically effective, it is not for everyone.
Urinary retention occurs due to several medical conditions. It may be necessary to use straight catheterization for urinary retention, which reduces the risks associated with this condition.