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Nancy wrote a good thread that often comes up within asexual circles about asexual elitism...in it's basic form one of the key points is that asexuals should not look down on sexuals nor should they think they deserve "special" standards over and above sexuals
Some figures first.....the office for national statistics for the U.K. gave figures this year that 1.1% of the population identified as gay or lesbian and in the U.S. the National health interview survey gave the number as 9 million identifying as lgbt in a country of 319 million ( both figures and surveys in the Guardian article dated the 5th April this year). http://www.theguardian.com/society/2015 ... statistics
In regards to Asexuals most who look at it seem to agree that the 1% often bandied about is difficult to hold up as a truthful number. My own opinion is well known but for clarity and given over 7 years in the community my feeling is that many are teens on a phase and statistics back the massive drop off of people claiming to be asexual after 26....so my own opinion is it is more likely to be "actual Asexuals" will be closer to 0.1%
Now ...how does all this tie in with the title of gender elitism?...if I am you and you are me altogether does that make 3? I wrote this when I was in junior school
How best to describe its meaning is...a minority protest that they are being treated unfairly because they are not the majority so want to be treated with equal respect/terms/laws/opinions as the majority...then once they have that..they then tell the majority that they are being "ist/phobe etc" for not respecting the fact they are a minority
on that basis..it would seem small minority groups are saying treat me equal but treat me more equal than the majority because I am a minority...and if you disagree, you are a biggot
Now...most majorities I know adapt to change if it is trickled down and subtly blended..those approaches often see change in hearts and minds in a way that brings most people with you in that change and even those who disagree with the subject...they often feel they could still be supportive
The opposite approach which seems to be the tool of so called "activists"..is to demand. push, shove and insist they get their own way and then accuse people of being racists, homphobic, islamaphobic etc etc..you get the drift..if they do not get their own way immediately....now the majority as I think most of would feel.. then has a rising resentment and in some cases ,more anti the change ( more than if the approach would have been different) because they feel they are having changes made to their life and they are being forced upon them and then being called out if they do not agree or have a different view
We as minorities..need to be careful that we long term plan who and what we are ...we also need to be honest with ourselves in that, say in Asexuals case less than 1%..that we understand how minorities blend in with the majority and how to get the best techniques to do that without turning the majority against us...minorities have to be message smart and not message bullies
We have a valuable message to give..and that message is one that we should all feel we can give in a simplistic, honest and straight forward way...the biggest danger is if we suddenly then start throwing around the gender card..we are f*cked and our message is lost because we have become the very same Elitists we say we are against.
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Cisco Unity Connection Provisioning Interface (CUPI) API -- For End Users -- Directory
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About the Directory
A URI is provided for users to allow them to search the directory and find addressable objects that can be used to send messages, be added to a private list, and so on. The directory can be searched several different ways. The example below searches for names that start with "user":
GET /vmrest/directory/addressable?query=(name%20startswith%20user)
The directory can be searched by name or extension, or by both name and extension (to search by both name and extension, simply do not provide search criteria; see examples below). When searching by name, an alias, display name, first name, or last name on the object in question that matches the search term is treated as a match.
The directory can be searched in a "startswith" or "is" manner. A "startswith" search will match any field that starts with the search term, while an "is" search will match only those fields that exactly contain the search term.
The actual search argument can be either a string of all numbers, or a string of anything else. In most cases you would want to search by extension with numbers, and by name with alphanumeric characters.
All the matches are returned as Address objects. The Address objects contain all of the critical information that is needed to use these objects with other resources.
Listing and Viewing
Here is an example of a user search on a server with several user objects that match the search criteria:
GET /vmrest/directory/addressable?query=(name%20startswith%20user) 200 OK <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <Addresses total="2"> <Address> <ObjectId>8dd65570-a1e8-4c85-95bc-0a8160877238</ObjectId> <Type>SUBSCRIBER</Type> <DisplayName>UserG</DisplayName> <SmtpAddress>email@example.com</SmtpAddress> <DtmfAccessId>1019</DtmfAccessId> </Address> <Address> <ObjectId>7c897859-282f-43b0-9cab-1933e9b844f3</ObjectId> <Type>SUBSCRIBER</Type> <DisplayName>UserD</DisplayName> <SmtpAddress>firstname.lastname@example.com</SmtpAddress> <DtmfAccessId>1018</DtmfAccessId> </Address> </Addresses>
To search the directory for names that exactly match "user," the following query would be used:
GET /vmrest/directory/addressable?query=(name%is%20user)
To search the directory for names and extensions that start with "100," the following query would be used:
GET /vmrest/directory/addressable?query=(startswith%20100)
To search the directory for names and extensions that are exactly "100," the following query would be used:
GET /vmrest/directory/addressable?query=(is%20100)
To search the directory for extensions that start with "100," the following query would be used.
NOTE: For performance reasons, we do not recommend this method for searching by extension. Doing a "startswith" search by extension should be done only when absolutely necessary.
GET /vmrest/directory/addressable?query=(extension%20startswith%20100)
To search the directory for an extension that exactly matches "100," the following query would be used.
NOTE: This is the preferred method for searching by extension.
GET /vmrest/directory/addressable?query=(extension%20is%20100)
User accounts without mailboxes, such as the default administrative account, cannot use this directory URI. Instead, they should use the various query methods exposed on the various objects to search the entire server's directory. If an administrative user without a mailbox wants to use the directory to search, they may only do so by providing a user object ID. The user object ID represents the user who is doing the search. For example, the URI below is a search request for extension 1017 using the supplied user object ID; thus that user's search space is used.
GET /vmrest/directory/addressable?search=1017&userobjectid=58cdb193-7a7c-4cee-b0aa-e2e0cca22fec
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|December 9, 2012, 11:24 AM
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Refurb old Browning SA-22
I inherited an old Browning Semi-Auto .22LR. It was my grandpa's once upon a time. It was the varmint gun at the family farm-house out at grandpa's old hunting land until two winters ago. One of my cousins left the water on in the house over the winter, the pipes burst, and everything got destroyed. The .22 came through, but worse for the wear. I've had it sitting around for a little over a year now and finally decided to restore it.
The wood is in good condition, although discolored, and I will be refinishing that. All the internals are in good working order and I have shot it numerous times in the past year. The biggest issue is the bluing on the barrel and receiver. Large portions were destroyed, rusted, gone altogether, etc. I discovered that vinegar will remove this so I undertook to remove all the bluing last night. The barrel is clean and the receiver is sitting in vinegar at this moment. However, much as I had feared, there is significant pitting all over the barrel. I've sanded the outside, gone over it with a wire brush, etc. As a result, there's no more rust but the pitting covers most of the outside of the barrel to a depth of approximately 1/2 - 1mm. It's enough to easily see, although it's very slight to the touch. At this point, I'm wondering what the best approach with this pitting is before I refinish it. I don't know whether sanding it down smooth would benefit it any, or might potentially decrease the barrel's durability. I haven't tried any of the after-market products out there for bluing a barrel, or other types of surface coating/finishing. I'm not sure whether these would fill in the pits after one or two coats, thus providing a smooth external surface, or whether the texture from the pitting would still show up. Perhaps there's another way to smooth out a steel surface? I'm open to thoughts and suggestions, so if anyone has them, please let me know.
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Duracoat offers a filler, Durafil, over which you apply their paint type coating.
I know of nothing else meant to fill pits in gun steel.
The only way to really remove pits is to remove metal around the pits down to the bottom of the pits. That will not make your barrel dangerously thin but unless very well done, it could leave waves and divots from the polishing.
If it were mine, I would be sure it is cleaned of rust, then bead blast and blue or Gunkote. Live with the pits and go shooting.
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Originally posted by Maggie Crowley on Advisor Websites
Professionals in the financial industry often have alot in common: more often than not, we're morning people, generally we are number-crunchers, and we all seem to really, really like coffee (who doesn't?). While these little factoids may be a bit on the frivolous side, it's only human to look for similarities among one another. The average advisor shares many traits.
In his book entitled, Outliers: The Story of Success, Malcolm Gladwell examines factors that contribute to high levels of success. Gladwell attributes factors like birth order and month, opportunities and legacy. I seriously suggest checking out this book if you are interested in human nature and a fascinating take on the formula for success.
So what about the above average advisor? Inspired by Gladwell's fascinating insight, we got to thinking about what makes a seriously successful advisor. What traits do they share and what makes them different? While there are many factors, we chose a few points we found most interesting. Let's take a look at a few of these common denominators that have been identified.
It's no secret that the client-advisor relationship is based on a foundation of trust. Top performing advisors seem to do an incredibly good job of not only building a top-notch image of trust, but actually being exceptionally trustworthy. They stick to their word and always keep promises. Many advisors seem to been naturally charismatic people, but following through and doing what you said you would is the important part here.
High standards
Top performing advisors set unrealistic goals. And meet them. They make a habit of setting standards really high and somehow, against all odds, find a way to meet these goals. Advisors who think about their goals in terms of opportunities rather than challenges are better at thinking outside of the box.
This trait doesn't just apply on the job – the most successful advisors set high standards in all areas of life. They are star athletes, students and performers because they always expect the best out of themselves.
Always looking for new learning opportunities
Whether it's a free training seminar on prospecting or an interesting newspaper article, top advisors are constantly looking for opportunities to learn more about the industry and how to conquer it. They seek out resources to learn and grow and are always searching for ways to implement new ideas in their practice.
It's not enough to simply have great ideas – the most successful advisors know that it's all about putting good ideas to work. Top performers are always ready to take action and get the ball rolling. They want to set deadlines and get working on making great ideas turn into successful ideas.
Excellent listeners
Why is being a great listener an important characteristic of top advisors? Their clients will tell you, without hesitation, that "They just get it." This trait is based solely on the fact that top advisors do a better job of understanding clients wants, needs, fears, pain points and motivations. Successful advisors are able to focus on clients in meetings and tune everything else out. They are successful because they understand their clients. They understand their clients because they are excellent listeners.
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Summit Entertainment Claims To Own The Date November 20, 2009; Issues Takedown On Art Created On That Day
from the hello-ip-fraud dept
This is a company that thinks that the world revolves around its trademarks, and it appears to have little concern for what the law actually says.
Its latest move is particularly asinine. The company came across the following lovely image created by artist Kelly Howlett and posted to Zazzle, and issued a takedown.
Summit has no legitimate claim here. At all. And yet it took the artwork down anyway, because that's the kind of IP abusers they are.
Either way, the company has such a long and consistent history of abusing intellectual property law, isn't there a point at which we just say that the company no longer deserves any such power? If you regularly abuse monopoly privileges, shouldn't they be taken away?


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CARSON, Calif. – The LA Galaxy's roster is pretty much set heading into the season opener against Real Salt Lake, but one question mark remains.
Trialist Dan Gargan has been with the team since the start of the preseason, but as of yet, there has been no word about a contract offer from the Galaxy. But that doesn't mean that LA isn't interested according to head coach Bruce Arena.
"We're going to try," said Bruce Arena when asked about if the team is planning to sign the 31-year-old defender.
Outside back depth is vital for LA at the moment as the club dispatched youngsters Bryan Gaul (waived) and Greg Cochrane (traded to Chicago) in recent weeks.
While Gargan's status is still up in the air, the newest member of the LA Galaxy, James Riley is expecting to get the start at left back this Saturday against Real Salt Lake due to an injury to Todd Dunivant.
Riley has seen significant time this preseason at left back due to Dunivant's nagging hamstring injury and is likely to get the nod against RSL.
"I'll be ready to go," said Riley. "Whatever Bruce decides, I feel fit and ready to go."
Dunivant is improving rapidly; however, as the veteran left back went 45 minutes in a recent scrimmage with LA Galaxy II against Cal-State Fullerton as he seeks to be available for selection for Saturday.
"I'm ready to be available," said Dunivant. "It's a good guess [that Riley starts]. I'm still working on [being 90 minutes fit], but first thing is first is getting healthy and I'm moving forward."
The LA Galaxy's new found experience has been a major plot line this preseason and on Thursday, head coach Bruce Arena went into detail about how he expects the team to be different during the 2014 campaign.
"I think the priorities were addressed with the new players," said Arena. "We needed more experience in midfield; we got that with [Stefan] Ishizaki. We needed some help on our forward line, and we got that with Samuel and [Rob] Friend. We needed some experienced players in the back; we have that now with [James] Riley. Obviously [Baggio] Hušidić is another experienced player in the midfield as well. I think that's what we needed to address. This year, we're looking at Friend or Samuel or Hušidić or Riley or [Dan] Gargan or Ishizaki. Last year it was [Jack] McBean, [Jose] Villarreal, [Hector] Jimenez, and [Rafael] Garcia, I think that's an improvement."


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ORONO, Maine - The University of Maine men's ice hockey team skated to a 2-2 draw with New Brunswick in an exhibition game on Sunday afternoon at Alfond Arena. Kyle Beattie (Avondale, Ariz.) and Devin Shore (Ajax, Ontario) notched goals in the draw for the Black Bears.
UNB opened the scoring at 7:38 of the opening period. Thomas Nesbitt had the puck in the slot and found Colby Pridham down low on the goal line. Pridham dished the puck off to Cam Critchlow on the back post, which was wide-open, after Maine goalie Martin Ouellette (St.-Hippolyte, Quebec) had committed to Pridham.
Maine tied the game just over seven minutes later. Mark Nemec (Rouses Point, N.Y.) had the puck just inside the blueline. He passed to Devin Shore in the right face-off circle. Beattie was able to get a step on his defender and race to the slot. He deposited the puck that he received from Shore into the back of the net.
Shore gave the Black Bears a 2-1 lead at 1:11 of the second period with a power play goal. Adam Shemansky (Robbinsville, N.J.) skated into the slot, before passing to Shore. Shore fired a shot from the bottom of the faceoff circle past UNB goalie Daniel LaCosta.
UNB tied the game at 2:00 of the third period. Chad Denny collected the rebound of a shot and one-timed the puck past Maine goalie Matt Morris (Ridgewood, N.J.). The game remained knotted at 2-2 the remainder of regulation and during the five minute overtime frame.
The Varsity Reds nearly won the game on the power play in overtime, but it was determined that the puck crossed the line just after time expired.
Maine goalie Martin Ouellette played the first 30:12 and made 14 saves, while allowing one goal. Matt Morris saw his first time at Alfond Arena as he played the final 34:48. He stopped 13 shots while allowing one goal. LaCosta made 31 saves for the Varsity Reds.
Maine outshot New Brunswick 33-29 in the game. The Black Bears were 1-for-6 on the power play, while UNB was scoreless in three chances.
Maine hits the road next weekend to play in the 2012 Ice Breaker Tournament in Kansas City, Mo. The Black Bears face Notre Dame in the opening round on Friday at 7 pm eastern time.


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No. 19 Northern Illinois (11-1) vs. No. 18 Kent State (11-1)
4 p.m. at Detroit, ESPN2
Can a team that lost to yucky Kentucky make it all the way to the Orange Bowl? The answer, incredibly, is yes. The biggest game in Mid-American Conference history threatens to upstage the Pac-12 Conference championship game three time zones to the west. Kent State, which has already clinched its first postseason bid since the 1972 Tangerine Bowl, can probably secure an automatic major bowl bid thanks to complicated Bowl Championship Series bylaws that offer smaller-conference champions certain access entries. Kent State, No. 17 in the BCS standings, must finish in the top 16 ahead of a major conference champion -- a possibility that became real when losses last weekend knocked Big East leaders Rutgers and Louisville out of the top 25.
No. 17 UCLA (9-3) vs. No. 8 Stanford (10-2)
5 p.m. at Palo Alto, Channel 11
The second game of championship Friday is a rematch of Pac-12 schools meeting for the second time in six days, this time with a Rose Bowl bid at stake. UCLA Coach Jim Mora bristled at the suggestion he held his team back in last Saturday's loss to assure a rematch against Stanford (the other option was playing Oregon in Eugene). A cynic would note that the Bruins' dual-threat quarterback, Brett Hundley, had zero net yards rushing in eight carries, seven of which were sacks.


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IO Interactive's Marchesi
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These cold and windy days of winter cause me to stay inside and, horror of horrors, clean out some old files and stacks, boxes of papers I have kept, seemingly forever.
Just a year after our devastating house fire at Valmora, I was lucky enough (because of my parents' diligent, almost extreme savings program) to do the great tour of Europe the summer of 1953. Because we lost everything in that fire, I decided that I'd keep all sorts of things to rebuild my life. In that collection is a scrapbook I started when I returned from that wonderful trip.
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Bryan Fischer says Sen. Marco Rubio should have just said yes, the earth is only 6000 years old. Because, Fischer claims, the evidence supports that "fact." And he offers up the usual list of bad arguments from the creationist jokebook to support that absurd claim. Like this one:
Comets. Comets are supposed to be as old as the solar system, about 5 billion years old. Yet comets lose material every time they orbit the sun, and thus no comet can last more than about 100,000 years. If the earth is as old as we're told, comets should have disappeared literally billions of years ago. But there they are, happily orbiting the sun and sending flutters through the astronomical community every time one becomes visible to the naked eye. So, where are all these comets coming from? Scientists have to posit that there is some kind of comet nest out there, which occasionally kicks one of these guys out into the solar system. Now scientists have no evidence that this nest exists, no idea where it is located, and have not clue one what kind of process could explain the whole thing. I'll stick with a young earth as the most plausible explanation.
Uh, yeah. Except this is completely false. There are actually two different "comet nests" in this solar system, the Kuiper Belt and the Oort Cloud (and actually more than that, further out). We do know where it is; we do have telescopes, after all. We have it mapped pretty thoroughly. We can observe it and predict the behavior of those objects pretty well. But none of Fischer's audience will know that, of course.
Sediment on the sea floor. Mud is deposited by rivers and dust storms into the sea much faster than natural processes can remove it. Every year, about 20 billion tons of dirt and rock are dumped in the ocean. A process called plate tectonic subduction removes about a billion tons a year, which leaves 19 billion tons to accumulate on the seafloor year after year. The problem here is that the average depth of all the sediment in the entire ocean is less than 400 meters. That would take well less than 12 million years, which leaves us just a tad shy of the three billion years scientists demand. If the biblical account is correct, accelerated accumulation of deposits during the world-wide flood of Genesis 6-9 could account for it most if not all of it. I think I'll go with a young earth on this one.
The Earth's magnetic field. Electrical resistance in the earth's core causes the earth's magnetic field to lose energy rapidly. In fact, the half-life of the earth's magnetic field is about 165 years. That means the magnetic field is half as strong today as it was 165 years ago. Put another way, it was twice as strong 165 years ago as it is today. As recently as 20,000 years ago the earth would have been a magnetic star incapable of sustaining life. For the objective observer, that's powerful evidence for a young earth.
And by "objective observer," of course, he means someone who is entirely ignorant of the fact that the strength of the magnetic field has varied considerably over time, sometimes increasing and sometimes decreasing — and that the poles actually reverse themselves every once in a while. Again, a textbook example of selecting one old study on one specific set of data and ignoring all the other data that is relevant in building a model of the earth's natural history.
Dead bodies. Evolutionists tell us that Homo Sapiens was around for at least 185,000 years before the dawn of agriculture, and world population all that time was between one and ten million souls. Where are all the dead bodies? Under an evolutionary model, there should be at least 8 billion dead bodies buried somewhere. Where are all these stone age skeletons? Only a few thousand have ever been found. Maybe the Stone Age lasted only a few hundred years rather than a few hundred thousand years, hmmm?
Yeah, because fossilization is automatic, right? It's not like we observe living things all the time decomposing or anything. It goes on like this, all bad arguments that have been debunked time and time again.


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MACHESNEY PARK — The Harlem School Board may exhaust its education fund cash reserves this year.
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MACHESNEY PARK — The Harlem School Board may exhaust its education fund cash reserves this year.
Administrators are asking the board to pass a deficit spending plan Monday that puts the education fund — which pays for salaries, benefits and supplies — $1.5 million in the red. That includes spending the remaining $245,000 in education fund reserves.
Board President Heather Kelley doesn't expect drastic spending cuts to be needed. Harlem leaders will be taking a hard look at how the budget is stacking up in the months ahead, and can transfer money from other funds into the education fund if necessary.
The budget is largely contingent on how legislators address pension reform and the state's budget woes.
"We'll have to take a look at that when the time comes. A lot of pieces can shift. There are a lot of variables," Kelley said.
This isn't the first time that officials have agreed to spend more than the district takes in. And it isn't likely to be the last.
Kelley expects it will take two to five years before the School District can get back into the black.
"We are heading in the right direction," she said.
The district has been able to chip away at its multimillion-dollar education fund deficit since the 2011-12 school year by drastically slashing staff, condensing bus routes, freezing pay and dipping into reserves.
"We've made significant cuts over the last three to four years," said Josh Aurand, assistant superintendent for business and operations. "We're trying to balance our educational programs with ... the deficit."
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What: Harlem School District budget hearing
When: 5:40 p.m. Monday
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BRISTOL, Tenn. – King left 15 runners on base in its Monday afternoon doubleheader against the Tusculum College Pioneers and mustered only five runs between two losses. After dropping their opener, 8-2, the Lady Tornado forced extra innings in game two but fell short in a 4-3 decision that favored the Pioneers.
GAME ONE: Tusculum 8, King 2
Tusculum's four-run fifth inning propelled the Pioneers toward an 8-2 victory in game one of Monday's doubleheader. Ahead of the Lady Tornado, 3-2, Ashley Bagley hit a nubber off of the end of the bat that into no man's land near the mound to reach on an infield single. After Savannah Ewing reached base via a throwing error on an attempted sacrifice bunt, a passed ball scored Bagley and moved Ewing to second. After a sacrifice and another King error allowed Tusculum to increase their lead to four runs. Katie Brennan then added a fourth run to put the Pioneers up 7-2 with a triple to the right center field gap.
After King answered Tusculum's two runs in the top of the first with two of their own, Kaytlin Stroinski allowed only two hits and kept the Lady Tornado off of the board for the rest of the game.
King's runs in the first came off a one-out, two-run double by Kendall Brabson (Bean Station, Tenn.) that scored Christina Melcher and Fallon Thomas. Hannah Light (Coeburn, Va.) took the loss, allowing eight runs, but struck out eight Pioneer hitters while walking none.
GAME TWO: Tusculum 4, King 3 (F/8)
The second game of Monday's twinbill took eight innings to complete as both teams battled back and forth early while King left multiple scoring opportunities unfulfilled as the game progressed. The Lady Tornado left nine runners on base, six of those in scoring position.
King struck first taking advantage of a leadoff walk to Kendall Brabson and a three-base error by the Pioneers. Cassie Ringstaff (Richlands, Va.) singled to right field, but Katy Stuckwish mishandled the ball and it skipped all the way to the fence, allowing Brabson to score and Ringstaff to cruise into third base.
After Tusculum retook the lead with three runs in the top of the third, King responded with two runs in the bottom half of the inning. Cora Milliken (Jacksonville, Fla.) led the inning off with a double of the center field wall and was driven home by Fallon Thomas' single up the middle. After advancing to second on the throw to the plate, Tusculum shortstop Lindsey Umberger committed a throwing error that allowed Thomas to score from second, tying the game at three runs.
The Lady Tornado left runners in scoring position in each of the next three innings while Rachael Wilmoth (Morristown, Tenn.) took care of the Pioneers through seven-plus innings. The sophomore pitched herself out of three jams late in the game, two of which she faced at least one runner in scoring position with two outs. She battled back in the seventh after facing a runner on second and no outs, retiring the one, two, and three-hitters of the Pioneer lineup in order to close out the frame unscathed.
After forcing extra innings, Tusculum wasted no time in scoring after moving the runner placed on second over to third with a sacrifice bunt, followed by Umberger's single that was just out of the reach of a diving Cassie Ringstaff in the 5-6 hole. Tusculum loaded the bases with two outs, but Hannah Light entered and retired the final batter to give King a chance to tie the game in their half of the eighth.
King put the winning run one second base after pinch runner Tiffany Harris advanced to third followed by a walk and stolen base by Ringstaff. With one out, Aubree Hutt and Tori McComas had opportunities to drive home the tying and winning runs but fell short as Tusculum pitcher Elizabeth Johnson retired them both to close the game out.
Despite a strong showing in the circle, Wilmoth (11-6) took the loss allowing four runs (one earned) on eight hits through 7.2 innings of work.
King falls to 24-14 overall after the losses to Tusculum. They will play Virginia Intermont in the annual Stateline Classic, held at Whitetop Creek Park, the former facility of King College Softball. The Lady Cobras and Lady Tornado will take the field on Wednesday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m. in their only regular season night game of the year. They will then embark on a four-game homestand back at the KC Softball Complex in conference play against Coker (April 12) and Mount Olive (April 14).


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Project Coach 'Graduates' 10 Young Menby Kyle Bender '12 • August 6, 2010 Share:
The STEP UP Project Coach Program wrapped up an eventful week at Wabash with a graduation ceremony Saturday morning.
Now in its second year at the College, the program seeks to provide inner-city young men with an opportunity to explore their talents and interests related to coaching, all while learning about college life.
The 10 young men heard from President Patrick White who encouraged them to go out and be coaches and help change the world. Dean of Students Mike Raters added his words of encouragement and thanks for the motivation the young men provided him during their week at Wabash.
To see pictures from of the young men who participated in the graduation ceremony, click here.
The group consisted of high school sophomores from the Chicago and Benton Harbor, Michigan metropolitan areas.
While at Wabash, they received professional skill instruction including resume help from the Career Services office, college counseling from the Admissions staff, and budgeting advice from the Financial Aid office.
They also were given CPR training from Athletic Trainer Mark Colston and coaching advice from several Wabash head coaches. They used these newly acquired skills each morning working with small children at the Montgomery County Boys and Girls Club.
Wabash Again Hosting Project Coach Program
Wabash College is once again hosting inner-city youth entering their sophomore year of high school through the STEP UP Project Coach Program.
Now in its second year at Wabash, the program seeks to provide young men with an opportunity to explore their talents and interests related to coaching, while learning about College life. To see pictures from the first few days, click here.
Dean of Students Mike Raters '85 is heading up the week-long program and is assisted by staff from Smith College, where the program was founded. Wabash students Wes Chamblee '11, Josh Johnson '11, and Andre Adeyemi '12 are also helping as coaches and overseeing the living units.
The group has enjoyed a variety of activities, including resume and interviewing help from the Career Services staff, college options from Wabash Admissions counselors, and budgeting advice from the Financial Aid office.
In addition, the young men have received CPR training from Athletic Trainer Mark Colston and coaching advice from several Wabash head coaches. They have used the newly acquired skills each morning working with small children at the Montgomery Boys and Girls Club.
"The concept of men leading young men to lead young children is consistent with the Wabash College mission to both "lead effectively and live humanely"; consistent with many similar programs that exist during the academic year (College Mentors For Kids, MXI's KQ and K, etc.)," Raters said. "The good relationship our men have developed as volunteers and coaches at the local Boys and Girls Club paved the way for these young men to practice their newly-gained coaching skills with the summer day camp kids at the Club."
The program first came to Wabash after Mike Beemer, a long-time friend of the College, approached President Pat White about hosting the program. Smith trustee and foundation executive Linda Salisbury, who works out of Chicago, and Joe Sukup, an attorney and youth advocate in the Benton Harbor, Michigan area, proposed bringing inner city, high school sophomores from those two areas to Wabash.
Jeremy Seabrook, one of the program's attendees from Holy Trinity High School in Chicago, has been pleased with the scheduled activities.
"I've really enjoyed myself because we're being taught how to be coaches," he said. "We're teaching the kids at the Boys and Girls Club how to be nice, how to get along with one another, and how to learn about sports.
"I want to be a pediatrician when I grow up, so that's one of the reasons why I enjoy working with kids. They have all been very receptive to us, cooperating and interested in what we have to say to them. I just really feel blessed to be here for this program."
The three main goals of the Project Coach program are to:
- develop leadership skills in youth coaches that can be transferred to school, employment, relationships, and other community endeavors.
- build the capacity of local community organizations by providing a cadre of well-trained and knowledgeable youth workers—who happen to be teenagers.
- put an emphasis on sports and health opportunities for elementary school aged children to engage in and enjoy physical activity.
The program continues at Wabash through August 7.


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Today we fly high with unique properties from around the world. From Belgium to Germany via New York and Zurich – these wonderful apartments are not only true eye-catchers, but also have breath-taking views. Whether you prefer the panorama of the North Sea, the Hudson River or the Alps, this selection suites every taste. There is only one question left now: are you afraid of heights?
Belgium, Antwerp
Prestigious penthouse villa by the marina
Located in a central location, this luxurious penthouse spreads over a large part of the eighth floor. Any claims that are made on a property of this class are completely fulfilled. Large windows and the covered outdoor terrace provide a wonderful panoramic view of the marina and yachting port of Antwerp. The interior shows perfection as well: harmonious and stylish, architecture and interior come together to form one unit. The oak parquet floor gives the penthouse a warm touch and complements the overall concept nicely. On 354m² the property comprises an open plan living and dining area, a bedroom with a spacious ensuite bathroom and two further bedrooms and bathrooms. E&V ID: W-016VW6
USA, New York
Unequalled Distinction
This unique, luxurious turn-key residence comprises approximately 975m² of contiguous living space on three levels. Conceived as an elegant, contemporary residence, the space is the careful and clever combination of six units in one of New York's finest full-service apartment houses. The residence is flawless, and features a selection of the finest natural and rare materials, and a cutting-edge technology system for AV and security, set against the backdrop of the cinematic Hudson River with complete privacy. The thoughtful design of this one-of-a-kind residence pairs perfectly with the building's first-class amenity package, which includes a 24-hour white-glove concierge service and security, a fitness centre with a pool, on-site parking, a children's playroom, screening room, and event room. E&V ID: E-00235L
Switzerland, Zurich
Discrete Luxury Meets Exclusivity & Style
This exclusive penthouse above the rooftops of Zurich in the trendy, up-and-coming quarter known as 'Kreis 5' affords no end of prestige, luxurious modernity and uncompromised privacy. The interiors on offer span approx. 320m², with 3.5 spacious main rooms and a utility space. The property impresses with floor-length windows and sensational views over the city, taking in the local mountains and stretching across Lake Zurich as far as the Alps. The bright ship floor parquet forms a beautiful and harmonious contrast with the upmarket designer bathrooms. Incredible panoramas can be enjoyed both from the elegant kitchen and the roof terrace, which spans some 50 m2 and forms an integral and sun-drenched part of the living space. All this makes for a unique atmosphere in the heart of Zurich's most vibrant district. E&V ID: W-0217VJ
Germany, Norderney
Luxury Apartment with North Sea Views
The 'Düsseldorfer Hof' is one of the most exclusive properties in one of the finest locations on Nordeney. The modern building is situated on the 'Kaiserwiese', with design features reminiscent of historic spa architecture. The apartment is set over two levels. On the second floor there are three bedrooms – each with balconies – and two bathrooms. The third floor comprises an open plan living room, dining room and kitchen area. The open plan design of the layout right from the south to the north elevation is particularly appealing. It allows maximum light to shine in – with the sun in the south on the sheltered balconies and the views over the sea to the north. The highlight though is the terrace, which stretches along the entire length of the third floor. A dining area is ideal for enjoying evening meals with a sunset backdrop and unique views over the North Sea. E&V ID: W-00K3HQ


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At first, it might seem easy to put a pickup to the test; take it off road, tow something and maybe check out the payload. But what if you want a truck to do all that and serve as the family car too? Not everyone can afford a sedan for the family and a truck for fun. We think the 2013 Toyota Tacoma just might be able to do it all. So to truly put it to the test, we put the Tacoma up against a purpose built, V8 powered rock crawler--and a family of vehicle testers.
In order to handle the family hauling duties, we opted for a Tacoma Double Cab--that's just Toyota's way of saying four-doors. To keep the cost down, we decided on a Tacoma Pre-Runner. That means it's a two-wheel drive truck but with the raised ride height of a 4x4. We did opt for the more powerful V6 to maximize hill climbing and towing capabilities, but it does get lower fuel economy compared to the 4-cylinder version of the Tacoma.
Our test vehicle also has the TRD Sport Package, which adds $3,200 to the V6 Double Cab Pre-Runner's $24,500 base price. The TRD Sport Package includes 17-inch alloy wheels, upgraded Bilstein sport shocks, a hood scoop, fog lights, keyless entry, sport seats, a leather wrapped steering wheel and few other cosmetic enhancements.
For those who are serious about off-roading, the TRD Off-Road Package takes it to the next level with an off-road tuned suspension, a locking rear differential, beefier BF Goodrich tires and similar upgrades to the TRD Sport. The TRD Off-Road Package costs $3,345.
There are so many ways to configure a Toyota Tacoma, you really review all of the options before arriving at the dealership, to figure out what you really need. Standard cab, Double Cab, long-bed, short-bed, two and four-wheel drive and various option packages in addition to the TRD Sport and TRD Off-Road packages are just a few of the choices Tacoma shoppers are faced with.
Ultimately, we feel like the 2013 Toyota Tacoma did a great job of handling all that we threw at it. Even when equipped with two-wheel drive, it does remarkably well off road. It also tows with composure and has a comfortable and roomy interior (when you opt for the Double Cab). Check out the video to see how the Tacoma fares when compared to a purpose built rock crawler.


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NEW HAVEN, Conn. – After a nine-day break for final exams, the Bulldogs return to action on Tuesday at Providence. Tipoff at the Dunkin' Donuts Center is slated for 7 p.m. and the game will be televised nationally on Fox Sports 1.
Providence, which reached the quarterfinals of the NIT last year, is the first of three straight opponents that advanced to the post season a year ago. Yale is at Albany (NCAA) on Friday and at Saint Louis (NCAA) on Jan. 4.
The Bulldogs, who have won three of their last four games, last played on Dec. 7, a 71-61 victory over New Hampshire. Justin Sears led the way with 19 points and 12 rebounds, his fourth double-double of the season. Sears, a sophomore, is in the top 10 in the Ivy League in scoring (16.9 ppg.), rebounding (7.9 rpg.), field goal percentage (.505), steals (13), blocks (15) and offensive rebounds (34). Javier Duren (14.0 ppg.) also averages double figures in scoring and leads the team in assists (28) and three-pointers (13). The highlight of Duren's season came when he hit a 30-foot three-pointer at the buzzer in Yale's79-76 win at Lafayette.
In their five victories, the Bulldogs have a +8.8 rebounding margin, compared to a -2.0 in their four losses. Ironically, though, one of their top performances on the glass came against UConn when they outrebounded the Huskies 43-31.
Yale has played six of its nine games away from home and is starting a three-game road swing. The Bulldogs will be back in Lee Amphitheater on Jan. 8 against Vermont. Yale opens Ivy League play at home against Brown on Jan. 18.
Find its rhythm – The Bulldogs have been off since Dec. 7, while Providence hasn't played since Dec. 5. The team that can shake off the rust the quickest will have an edge.
Utilize its depth – Providence's five starters all average at least 29 minutes, and the Friars have only one bench player averaging more than 10 minutes. Yale, on the other hand, has eight players averaging at least 10 minutes, and no player averaging more than 31 minutes.
Rebound At The Defensive End – Providence is shooting just 39.8 percent from the field, but the Friars average more than 13 offensive rebounds per game. The Bulldogs need to limit PC's second chances.
• Brandon Sherrod is coming off his best game of the season. Against New Hampshire, he was 6-of-7 from the field, finished with a career-high 18 points and also grabbed nine rebounds, which matched his career high.
• Yale's bench has averaged 22.5 points in the last two games. The Bulldogs' reserves outscored New Hampshire's 24-19 and outscored Bryant's 21-8.
• Nick Victor, Justin Sears and Javier Duren are all tied for third in the Ivy League with 13 steals apiece.
Yale and Providence are playing for the first time since 2010, a 58-55 Friar victory at the Dunkin' Donuts Center. The Bulldogs led that game by six with just under eight minutes remaining, but PC rallied. Providence has won the last four meetings and leads the all-time series 10-7. Yale's last win in the series was an 88-51 decision in 1949 in New Haven.
The Friars (8-2) have been off since a 50-49 win at Rhode Island on Dec. 5. Providence's two losses have come to Maryland (56-52) and Kentucky (79-65). Yale is the second Ivy League opponent for the Friars, who beat Brown 73-69 on Nov. 13. Bryce Cotton (18.6 ppg.) leads the team in scoring and assists with 50. Three other Friars – Tyler Harris (12.7 ppg.), LaDontae Henton (12.5 ppg.) and Kadeem Batts (12.3 ppg.) – average double figures in scoring. Seven-footer Carson Desrosiers has a team-best 28 blocked shots. Ed Cooley is in his third season as the head coach at Providence. Prior to that, he spent five seasons at the helm at Fairfield.
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CRESTVIEW � Overcoming adversity at school and in her personal life, a Crestview High School senior has turned tragedy into an anti-texting-and-driving awareness campaign at the school. For her efforts, the Crestview Exchange Club named Jackie Hanners its Youth of the Month Award recipient.
CRESTVIEW � Overcoming adversity at school and in her personal life, a Crestview High School senior has turned tragedy into an anti-texting-and-driving awareness campaign at the school.
For her efforts, the Crestview Exchange Club named Jackie Hanners its Youth of the Month Award recipient.
Sending a message
"I grew up in a loving family" despite relatives� alcoholism and drug abuse, Jackie said. "I grew up through all that."
When Jackie�s father died in 2010, her best friend, Megan Warman, helped her through the difficult days and weeks that followed.
Jackie joined Megan on the school volleyball team to take attention from her loss, "but it was real hard," she said.
On Jan. 27, 2011, Megan lost control of her car while texting en route to Northwest Florida State College. She lingered 10 days in a coma before succumbing to injuries sustained in the multiple rollover.
"I decided I wanted to do something about it," Jackie said.
She wanted to send a message to classmates about the hazards of texting and driving.
Academic achievement
Collaborating with the school's leadership class and former school resource officer Corp. Greg Porch, Jackie started a don't-text-and-drive campaign. It helped Jackie focus on the future and eased her through her losses.
"I still managed to keep my grades great," Jackie said. "I don't know how, but I did it."
Jackie is dual-enrolled at Northwest Florida State, where she maintains a 4.0 grade point average. She's been accepted in Florida State University's biological science program with an eye on a future medical career.
Dual enrollment was tough, she said.
"It really kicked my butt, but oh yeah, I can do this," Jackie said.
Helping people
She�s been involved with FSU SSTRIDES, or Science Students Together Reaching Instructional Diversity and Excellence, a medical and sciences outreach program, since eighth grade.
"Helping people � whether it is medical or just hearing someone out � it fills me up," Jackie said.
Jackie told Exchange Club members her good grades come from her own initiative.
"My mom's never been the one to keep after me with, 'Hey, you got your grades up?'" Jackie said. "I have always been the one to do it myself. I told myself, "I gotta do this.'"
Vying for a $500 Exchange Club college scholarship, Jackie and five other Crestview students similarly honored during the school year must write an essay to be judged by the Exchange Club, member Sharlene Cox said. Students will be judged not only by the essay, but by involvement in school activities, academics and sports.
The winner will go to the state Exchange Club convention in Cocoa Beach to contend for a $2,500 scholarship with Youth of the Month scholarship winners from throughout the state.
Contact News Bulletin Staff Writer Brian Hughes at 850-682-6524 or email@example.com. Follow him on Twitter @cnbBrian.


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Alabama Medicaid innovation goes nationwide
State governments stand to save billions of dollars in Medicaid prescription drug costs thanks to a new rule based on an Alabama cost-saving innovation. Instead of paying for drugs according to drug company price lists, which are often inflated, Alabama Medicaid got federal permission a few years ago to start reimbursing local pharmacies on the basis of what they actually pay for the medications.
The change cut Alabama's Medicaid pharmacy bill by $30 million in the first year. Now, the federal government will allow all states to use the Alabama payment method.


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2015 is drawing to a close and preparations for the coming year are already in full swing. At this time, we always seem to try to sum up the year using events from our private and working lives: "What went well and what didn't go so well? What do I want to do better next year?" Before you plunge into the challenges and adventures of the coming year, we recommend taking stock of 2015 with the help of our checklist.
1. Take your time and be honest with yourself
A quick, superficial reflection on your year or idealistic evaluations ("Everything was great") don't help you to become aware of your "personal building blocks". As a result, resolutions are broken quicker than you can say "Happy New Year!" Take a moment before or after the New Year for quiet, uninterrupted reflection on the last year.
2. Recognise trends in your career
Get an overall impression of your working life by summarising it in a title ("In 2015, my working life was challenging because of my new position"). Is your title generally positive, mixed or negative? Try to work out which feelings have led to this impression.
3. Look at the extremes and learn for the future
If you've had to deal with events, challenges, or even conflicts and crises in the last year, take some time to examine them in detail. Do you repeatedly find yourself in difficult situations or disputes? Consider what part you played in causing them and what elements of your thinking or behaviour you could change in the future.
4. Scrutinise previous goals and set new ones
Have you achieved your goals for 2015, and were the goals you set appropriate? Use the SMART formula to set goals for the coming year: they must be Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Results-focused and Time-bound. Set sub-goals, if necessary.
5. Look at what you have achieved and gauge what is possible
After considering successes and failures, it's useful to take a look at your own possibilities and limits. Questions like "What can I do? What's my thing and how do I set myself apart from others?" help you recognise your own potential and focus your own intentions. In general, avoid comparing yourself to others, and instead ask yourself what you can learn from them.
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Malloy wants to hike minimum wage in election year
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy on Tuesday promised to raise the state's minimum wage to the highest level in the nation and accomplish it during an election year.
Malloy, a Democrat who is expected to seek re-election in November, said he will submit legislation to the General Assembly to gradually raise the hourly minimum wage to $10.10 in January 2017, a $1.40 increase from the current rate of $8.70.
The proposal mirrors a push by national Democrats to battle income inequality as the difference between the top 1 percent of wage earners and the rest of the nation dramatically increases.
President Barack Obama recently raised the minimum wage for new federal contracts to $10.10, and used his State of the Union speech to push Congress to make that wage the federal standard, a move congressional Republicans are likely to oppose.
Malloy acknowledged the ongoing national debate as he announced his support for legislation to do the same in Connecticut.
"Now that we can do this, we should do it," Malloy said, referring to an improving economy and projected $500 million surplus in the current state budget.
"If anyone is against this, then I ask them to answer one question: Would you work for it?" Malloy said, referring to the minimum wage.
Raising the minimum wage is only the latest in a series of populist proposals from the governor as the General Assembly begins a new session Thursday and the gubernatorial campaign heats up.
Malloy has proposed a $450 million package of middle class tax breaks, including a $55 annual rebate for individuals earning less than $200,000 a year and $110 for joint filers earning less than $400,000 a year. The tax breaks would be paid for by diverting $155 million in gas and sales taxes.
Additionally, the governor proposed cutting in half over two years the amount of pension income on which retired teachers pay taxes, along with several other smaller tax breaks, for a total package of $228 million.
Told by a reporter during a Bridgeport news conference that his recent proposals look like election year giveaways, Malloy denied playing politics.
"What it should look like is I'm trying to do the right thing," Malloy said.
Just a few blocks from where the governor made his Bridgeport appearance, Val Fernades, who employs minimum wage workers at his Funchal Cafe on Lafayette Boulevard, greeted the news of a potentially higher minimum wage with concern.
He said he supports helping low wage workers, but raising the minimum wage will hurt small businesses like his own.
"You have got to pay more and still have the same sales," Fernades said. "Our prices stay the same, but the cost of food is going up. People need to live -- but little businesses can't survive."
State Democratic leaders, such as House Speaker Brendan Sharkey and Senate President Donald Williams, quickly supported raising the wage while Republican leaders opposed it, indicating the issue will likely spark a clash within the General Assembly.
"One of the best ways to improve conditions for low-wage workers is to modestly raise the minimum wage and help lift thousands of workers out of poverty," Williams said.
House Minority Leader Larry Cafero, R-Norwalk, said the state's economy is not yet strong enough to again raise the minimum wage. Connecticut raised the minimum wage last year and the final phase, to $9 an hour, takes effect next January.
"I think it needs to be adjusted but in bad times it can hurt the people it purports to help," Cafero said. "A few dollars per hour can mushroom into thousands of dollars a year (for business owners)."
Senate Minority Leader John McKinney, R-Fairfield and a candidate for governor, said small business owners are hurt by constant increases to the minimum wage.
"It's not just entry level wages. Everyone else along the chain will have to be paid more. Many will give less hours or hire less people. Small businesses are not doing well," McKinney said.
Cafero said Malloy's new support for the minimum wage is curious, considering he was lukewarm to the idea two years ago.
"Two years ago, he put the brakes on any proposal to raise the minimum wage," Cafero said. "For him to come out for it now, with the economy not turning around, seems inconsistent and very consistent with the Democratic playbook given to governors across the country."
Peter Gioia, an economist with the Connecticut Business and Industry Association, also said raising the wage can do more harm than good.
"You will see their hours cut and fewer get hired and some get laid off," Gioia said. "That's not what you want to do in a state that has not recovered all the jobs from the Great Recession. It will cause recalculations across industries. If it happened on a federal level, we would not be looked as an outlier."
Although Malloy made his announcement in Bridgeport, the Greater Bridgeport Regional Business Council had recently defeated a proposed resolution to support raising the minimum wage.
Malloy defended raising the minimum wage, saying it's a way to move toward a more equitable society.
"We are trying to move forward and have a stronger middle class," he said. "The minimum wage provides a starting point. The economy is better and stronger, and there is a national debate over inequality. The American people are overwhelmingly in favor of (raising the minimum wage)."
The governor pointed to a projected $500 million surplus as proof of an improving state economy. Malloy wants to place $250 million from the surplus in the state's rainy day fund and use $100 million to shore up state pensions.
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, both Democrats, applauded Malloy's call for a higher minimum wage.
"Raising the minimum wage will create jobs -- it will put more cash into the pockets of the people who need it and who will also spend it in their communities. That will give local economies a big boost," Murphy and Blumenthal said in a joint statement.
Connecticut Working Families Executive Director Lindsay Farrell said she supports raising the minimum wage.
"Gov. Malloy knows that $9 is not enough, and we're glad he is leading on this issue," Farrell said. "Once again, Connecticut has the chance to be a national leader when it comes to bread and butter economic issues. Everyone who works full time should be able to afford to survive, and this gets us closer to that goal," Farrell said.
Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch, who said city workers made far more than minimum wage, also supported raising the wage.
"We are excited about this," said Finch, also a Democrat. "The people who work for the minimum wage are, by and large, from the cities. The people at the bottom rung are often forgotten. It's difficult to make ends meet."
House Speaker Brendan Sharkey added: "Connecticut helped start the conversation when it comes to a $10 minimum wage, and I support the governor on leading the way again. This will help tens of thousands of struggling working families and add hundreds of millions of dollars to our economy."
In neighboring New York state, Senate Democrats have introduced legislation to accelerate the state minimum wage hike to $9 within a year and -- failing that -- free cities and towns to raise the minimum pay rate within their own borders.


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Mate: The Untouchable Bobby Fischer
Brian Brophy, Director
In 1960 young chess phenom Bobby Fischer travels to Buenos Aires to compete in a tournament. A fellow chess player introduces Bobby to an Argentinian woman, thrusting the genius into a new realm where the body triumphs over the mind. Fischer must battle for control or face the destruction of his life's ambition.
After achieving the title of World Champion in 1972, Fischer disappears from professional chess. From rich and admired to homeless in Pasadena and beaten in the local jail, he succumbs to paranoia. He finds salvation in a Hungarian girl, the only one who can lure him into the spotlight.
Playwright Lolly Ward traces the life of the world champion chess master in this fully-staged world premiere running for two weekends, Friday through Sunday, November 16 through 18 and Friday through Sunday, November 30 through December 2.
Performances will take place at The Armory Center for the Arts in Pasadena, at 145 North Raymond Avenue.
Presented By: Theater Arts at Caltech (TACIT)
Ticket price: $5.00 Caltech Students / $9.00 Other Students and Caltech/JPL Staff and Faculty / $18.00 General Admission.


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Generalist mentors are experienced professionals with proven records of success in either relevant cleantech industries or innovation-driven startups who become key assets for the participating teams. In the context of the competition, generalist mentors become a champion for the team, coaching and leading the entrepreneurs to build excellent business plans and investor pitches on which they will be judged. Outside the competition, successful generalist mentors become trusted advisors for their teams, often introducing them to potential investors, partners and customers.
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Tapping world-class expertise in key functional disciplines like finance, marketing, engineering, sustainability and legal is vital for our contestants to build successful enterprises. Specialist Mentors are an elite group of subject matter experts who act as resources for all the teams in the competition. Typical special mentors are Director or VP-level executives at companies large and small who are recognized leaders in their discipline.
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The Cleantech Open also pulls in student interns who act as hands-on resources to the semifinalists. Typical tasks include:
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This unpaid summer intern program is the perfect opportunity for students to receive hands-on experience with an entrepreneurial group in a start-up atmosphere, simultaneously receiving coaching and offering guidance and input.
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Each team is also assigned an advisor on sustainability by the sustainability team. The sustainability mentor's role is to provoke creative thinking on sustainable business practices and to help ensure that sustainability is pervasively incorporated in each team's business plan and investor pitch.
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During these 45-minute one-on-one consulting sessions, semifinalists receive in depth assistance with core sections of their business plans and investor pitches from subject matter experts. The business clinic consultants are part of the Mentor Program and are pulled directly from their field of expertise. Semifinalists are strongly encouraged to participate in all nine topics. They are:
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Mock Judging is held after the business plan deadline. Mentors and other experts are invited to watch the semifinalists' practice pitches. Unlike the full judging session, no marks are awarded; instead, the teams receive comments and feedback and are invited to work with their mentors to tighten up their pitch in preparation for judging for the Finals.


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Choirs To Hold Benefit
ST. MARYS — Local high school students will be putting on a benefit as a way to raise money for their peers to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity this summer.
The St. Marys choirs are putting on a benefit concert on April 21.
"This is benefitting our trip to the World Choir Games," St. Marys Memorial High School Choir Director Christy Taylor said. "The World Choir Games brings choirs from all over the world to perform together and separate."
Taylor noted choirs can compete during the World Choir Games, but the St. Marys choirs will not be competing — they will, however, perform.
"It's an awesome opportunity for the students," Taylor said of the games, which will be from July 13 to 14 in Cincinnati.
"This time the World Choir Games is in driving distance," she said. "It's a one-time shot for most of us, so we figured we might as well seize the day."
During the benefit concert, there will be a variety of student performances, Taylor noted.
"Small groups from each ensemble will be performing," she said. "They'll get to see Glitter N Gold, symphonic choir, mixed choir and concert choir."
There will also be a silent auction featuring various items, including artwork and various beauty products, as well as a 50/50 raffle.
"They can watch the performances," Taylor said. "We'll also have small games that the students are putting together, and we'll also have some refreshments and some desserts, as well."
The benefit concert is a first for the St. Marys choirs, Taylor noted, adding there will also be non-choir students participating.
"We have students who are in their own bands, solos, duets, dancers," she said. "It's basically a talent show-like opportunity for them to perform things they wouldn't otherwise perform. All the students of Memorial High School were invited to participate."
Taylor estimated the benefit concert will feature between 50 and 60 performers.
"It isn't just the choirs," she said. "It'll be students from all over our student body."
Taylor noted she is excited to be able to take her students to witness the World Choir Games.
"These students are on the verge of something great," she said. "They've worked very hard this year — two ensembles are going to state. I'm thrilled to showcase these talents at the World Choir Games."
Taylor noted she is from Cincinnati, which makes this trip even more special to her.
"I feel a connection with the city and the arts there," she said. "I want the students to experience it as well, and it's an experience they might not get to experience again."
The benefit concert will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Memorial High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are general admission for $3 and will be sold at the door.
All the proceeds from the benefit concert will go toward the Memorial High School choirs' performance at the World Choir Games.


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Linked by Thom Holwerda on Thu 3rd Apr 2014 19:40 UTC
Mozilla prides itself on being held to a different standard and, this past week, we didn't live up to it. We know why people are hurt and angry, and they are right: it's because we haven't stayed true to ourselves.
We didn't act like you'd expect Mozilla to act. We didn't move fast enough to engage with people once the controversy started. We're sorry. We must do better.
Brendan Eich has chosen to step down from his role as CEO. He's made this decision for Mozilla and our community.
The only sensible move.


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Superman/Batman: Apocalypse (US - BD)
Marcus grabs his cape and follows Supes, Bats and Diana to Apokolips...
After the destruction of the Kryptonite meteor in the events of Superman/Batman: Public Enemies, America has been littered with falling debris but none so big as the one that's just landed in Gotham Harbour.
On closer inspection, the debris actually turns out to be a ship and housed within it is Kara Zor-el (Summer Glau), cousin of Kal-El (you know, Superman). With Superman (Tim Daly) thrilled by the prospect of a surviving family member here to join him on earth, but Batman (Kevin Conroy) being his usual suspicious self, it's decided that Kara will join Wonder Woman (Susan Eisenberg) on Themyscira, despite Kara's resistance to the idea.
With relations strained between Kara and the heroes, Darkseid (Andre Braugher) sees the opportunity to manipulate the super powered Kryptonian and after kidnapping her he turns the young supergirl into one of his Female Furies on Apokolips. Now the DC universe's best (with the help of Big Barda) have to hop through a mother box boom tube and get Kara back... but will she want to go back?
Superman/Batman: Apocalypse may not be reinventing the wheel, in fact the story of the arrival of Supergirl seems to have been told a thousand times (in comics and on TV) but it sure is a pretty looking bit of animation (with designs inspired by Michael Turner) and once again the DC Universe animation line steps it up on the animation front.
The team tell a story based on a popular run of comics with the greatest of ease. Apocalypse manages to balance the humanity of its characters with the God like power at their disposal without it ever coming across as too far and the relationships between the key players is, as always, spot on. The super girl at the centre is pretty much pitch perfect and was very easy to warm to (that said I'm a pretty big Supergirl fan anyway—so it was an easy sell) and the Michael Turner look to the female characters here worked absolute wonders. Their faces as mesmerizing as his comic book work and his style honoured well in the project.
As always the action set pieces are ramped up and handled with a real oomph and coming with some stunning visuals. So much so that I found myself, once again questioning why the hell they can't they do this stuff in the movies? The last ten minutes alone has more stand out moments than the entire Superman live action movie collection put together (that's not hard) and it just highlights that Superman needs to get into some fights in movies. Big one. I know the question of who should direct the next Superman movie is a hot topic at the moment, but honestly Warner Bros, if you're not at least consulting the genius's that knock out the DC animation line, you're ignoring the best people for the job because these guys make Superman consistently look good!
In all honesty Superman/Batman: Apocalypse was a fun romp and I'm never going to complain about hanging out with the characters I love when they are handled this well but other than the ever increasing quality of animation (seriously some of this stuff looked like perfection) the DC Universe do seem to be coasting a little on the story choices and leaning heavily on origin stories as opposed to events. I guess in the long run this might lead on to bigger and brighter things, (this volume being a sequel of sorts certainly hints heavily at that) but what I'd really like to see is a few more second and third tier characters get a bigger show (like Nightwing) or arcs like Knightfall or Identity Crisis that feature lots of characters as opposed to just the big three. Oh and honestly DC, if you're going to make a movie that focuses on Supergirl fitting in on earth, please don't make the cover art work so damn masculine. I know, I know, it's a tough sell if the story is about a teenage girl but Supergirl deserved more than this.
As I mentioned before, the animation here looks gorgeous. The designs are bordering on perfection especially for the ladies in the story (Wonder Woman looked awesome!). The colours literally pop out of the screen with the bold red's of Superman's costume looking fantastic, especially when countered with the deep green backgrounds of the Kent farm.
Lighting effects also seem to be better than ever before here with the entire production looking more like the Production I.G. inspired shorts from the previous releases and getting wonderfully close to some of the top end Japanese anime out there.
There was a tiny bit of banding (I was on the lookout after Under The Red Hood had its fair share) but really you have to go looking for it more here so that's barely an issue, so all in all DC Universe have stepped up their game once again on the animation front and if they carry on looking as good as this Blu-ray does, things can only get more impressive.
Pretty much a full frontal assault this time out. In fact for the opening ten minutes or so I had to check my rear speakers were working because they were that lifeless. There're hints in the rear speakers as the movie goes on, but really it's insignificant background noise or slight surround effects and the strong dialogue and action take up lodgings in the fronts for the most part.
That said, it all sounds pretty bloody good. Bass levels are solid, the impacts of the punches are strong and the growl in Batman's voice is as deep as ever. There's obviously room for improvement here but given the straight to video releases I doubt it's the DC Universe's primary concern, so all in all it's an acceptable track.
The Green Arrow short (11:14 HD) starts slow but ends up showing off Olly pretty damn well in a break neck speed action movie style tussle and with a short but sweet moment with Black Canary there won't be any complaints from me. Okay only maybe that she should have been in it more.
The 'All Star Superman' preview (10:47 HD) got me a little more excited for a project I'm not that fused about. After watching this short featurette, I think I'm the only guy on Earth that wasn't at all fussed with Grant Morrision's take on the Man of Steel in the comics, so I'm hoping that this project will change my mind. Only time will tell.
'The Forth World: The New Gods' (22:12 HD) looks into the history of Jack Kirby's new gods and ends up focusing heavily on Darksied. And the segments on Miracle Man (04:57 HD) and Orion (04:37 HD) help to fill out a bit of a newcomers class on these DC heroes.
'Supergirl: The Last Daughter Of Krypton' (17:49 SD) takes a closer look at Supergirl in comic and film (skipping the whole synthetic Matrix era) and talks about her return to the DC universe and ends up featuring Smallville's Laura Vandervoort quite a bit (no complaints there)
There's the usual Bruce Timm picks episodes, which this time are 'Little Girl Lost' Parts 1 & 2 and 'Apokolips Now!' parts part and 2 all running at about twenty-two minutes each.
Lastly there's trailers for Lego Universe, Jonah Hex Motion Comic, Batman: Under The Red Hood, Justice League: Crisis On Two Earths and Superman/Batman: Public Enemies as well as a digital/DVD copy of the movie.
Superman/Batman: Apocalypse is a fun way to spend an hour or so, but it's not really pushing the DC Universe animation line forward with its fairly laid back origin story of Supergirl. That said, the animation is top notch and I enjoyed the feature length time I spent with a very good telling of the Supergirl story. Oh and the last battle with Darkseid is an absolute corker.
The extras featured here are once again informative and a nice look at the DC Universe's history and even though the audio is pretty simple the movie itself looks absolutely gorgeous. With a big DC year ahead in 2011 with Green Lantern and All Star Superman on the horizon hopefully this will be the calm before the storm and the really good stuff is just around the corner. We'll have to wait and see.
* Note: The images on this page are not representative of the Blu-ray release.
Review by Marcus Doidge
Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13
Disc Details
Release Date: 28th September 2010
Discs: 2
Disc Type: Blu-ray Disc
RCE: No
Video: 1080p
Aspect: 1.78:1
Anamorphic: No
Colour: Yes
Audio: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 English, Dolby Digital 5.1 French, Dolby Stereo 2.0 Spanish
Subtitles: English, Spanish
Extras: Featurettes, Animated Episodes, trailers, Green Arrow Short, Sneak Peak at All Star Superman, Digital/DVD copy,
Easter Egg: No
Feature Details
Director: Lauren Montgomery
Cast: Tim Daly, Kevin Conroy, Summer Glau
Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi and Thriller
Length: 78 minutes
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Andrews Highlighted at Soy Conference
Top HeadlinesDate: July 6, 2009
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Melinda Smith, associate director of Andrews University Dining Services and president of Berrien Springs-based Caitlan's Catering, provided the lunch menu at the International Soybean Program (INTSOY) Course on Processing and Marketing of Soybeans, held at the National Soybean Research Laboratory (NRSL), University of Illinois–Urbana, on June 1, 2009.
Smith's company, Caitlan's Catering, had been working with the company Microsoy in developing soy products. "It was interesting that I was introduced in Illinois as the president of Caitlan's Catering and associate director of Dining Services at Andrews University–an all-vegetarian campus. That took the meeting by storm and Caitlan's quickly became a second stringer," says Smith.
This program was attended by more than 100 research personnel and technical representatives from around the world, including Argentina, Bolivia, Israel and Pakistan. Smith says several of the international participants became interested in partnering with Andrews University as a research test market for their soy products. She was also approached by universities who wished to send their graduate students to Andrews University to observe and study it as an all-vegetarian campus.
Smith's menu included "crabmeat" Rangoon, black bean soy sliders, tofu potato salad, lentil tofu curry and tofu cheesecake to name a few. The menu was well-received and Smith plans to involve Andrews University in future research and development of soy-based vegetarian food items with INTSOY and the NSRL.
The National Soybean Research Laboratory is located at the University of Illinois and promotes soybean research, education and outreach in the areas of production, nutrition and international development. INTSOY is recognized as an international center of excellence in soybean research. The intensive conference was designed to promote private sector expansion of soybean foods in the international market.
-Written by Keri Suarez, media relations specialist, Office of Integrated Marketing & Communication


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hello hello. mindless mumbai has been laying low for a while. i've been in a not very happy phase when it comes to my collection of photos of mumbai. hoping to change that in the coming weeks.
i've realised that sometimes its easier to capture a space when one is a short term visitor as opposed to being a permanent resident. when one is the latter, one needs to question one's ways of seeing even more often.
in the photo: one of the installations at the 2011 kala ghoda art festival.
what do i see?
| Kunal Bhatia | Monday, March 07, 2011 | |
| Labels: art, street | Location Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai |
6 reactions:
- Jidhu Jose said...
something different
- March 08, 2011
- Leif Hagen said...
Welcome back~! Reminds me to use the timer on my camera so I can be in a photo sometimes, too!
- March 08, 2011
- Siddhartha Joshi said...
This is very good! I remember this 'pin' installation...
- March 09, 2011
- Mayank said...
Dude, your blog is an inspiration. Keep it rolling.
- March 14, 2011
- Kunal Bhatia said...
thank you folks :)
- March 22, 2011
- umesh pherwani said...
everyone goes thru. a change and transformation of thoughts which are reflected in the photography.Accept the change , becauz clouds have to come and get cleared for sunshine to come in .
abitoflife magazine blog also keeps on changing and growing with time .
- April 02, 2011