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Viewership for "The Million Second Quiz" dropped for each of the five nights following its premiere, but three of those five episodes drew NBC's largest audiences, outside of sports, in their time periods since at least June.
The show's debut the averaged 6.52 million viewers Sept. 9, finishing second in its 8-9 p.m. time slot behind ESPN's "Monday Night Football" game and 21st among all broadcast and cable programs Sept. 9-15 and Sunday, according to live-plus-same-day figures released Tuesday by Nielsen.
The Tuesday and Friday editions averaged 5.83 million and 3.97 million viewers, the most for NBC non-sports programming in their time slots since June.
The Saturday episode averaged 2.87 million viewers, NBC's most in the time period, other than for sports, since March 30.
NBC's "Sunday Night Football" game between the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks was the week's most-watched program, averaging 20.54 million viewers, helping NBC be the most-watched network for the second consecutive week.
NBC averaged 7.01 million viewers for its prime-time programming. It was followed by CBS, which averaged 6.74 million, ABC, which averaged 4.48 million, ESPN, which averaged 4.25 million, and Fox, which averaged 3.98 million.
NBC was also first among viewers ages 18-49, the group targeted by NBC, ABC and Fox and coveted by advertisers because it watches less television than average and is harder to reach.
NBC's Sunday football programming accounted for four of the week's five most-watched programs in the category — the "Sunday Night Football" game, the hour-long weather delay, nine-minute kickoff show and 23-minute third segment of "Football Night in America."
NBC also led among viewers ages 12-17, 18-34 and 25-54.
ESPN's "Monday Night Football" game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Redskins was the week's most-watched cable program, averaging 16.52 million viewers, third among all prime-time broadcast and cable programs and the most for a "Monday Night Football" season opener in the eight years ESPN has carried the package.
The week's most-watched Spanish-language program was the Thursday episode of the Univision telenovela "Porque El Amor Manda" ("Because Love Commands"), which averaged 4.48 million viewers, finishing 50th among all prime-time broadcast and cable programs.
As usual, Univision was the most-watched Spanish-language network, averaging 3.08 million viewers. Telemundo was second, averaging 1.02 million, followed by UniMas, which averaged 850,000, Estrella TV, which averaged 190,000, Azteca America, which averaged 90,000 and MundoFox, which averaged 30,000.
The "NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams" was the most-watched network nightly newscast for the 209th consecutive week and 256th time in the past 257 weeks, averaging 8.3 million viewers.
ABC's "World News with Diane Sawyer" was second, averaging 7.95 million viewers.
The "CBS Evening News" averaged 6.08 million viewers Tuesday through Friday, finishing third for the 363rd consecutive week and 118th since Scott Pelley became anchor. CBS' figures do not include Monday because of preemptions and scheduled changes caused by its coverage of the men's final of tennis' U.S. Open.
Prime-time television viewership numbers compiled by Nielsen for Sept. 9-15. Listings include the week's ranking and viewership for the week.
1. "Sunday Night Football" San Francisco at Seattle, NBC, 20.54 million viewers
2. Sunday Night Football Weather Delay, NBC, 17.84 million viewers
3. "Monday Night Football": Philadelphia at Washington, ESPN, 16.52 million viewers
4. "Sunday Night Football Kickoff Show," NBC, 15.22 million viewers
5. "60 Minutes," CBS, 12.45 million viewers
6. "Football Night in America" (Part 3), NBC, 11.31 million viewers
7. "Monday Night Football": Houston at San Diego, ESPN, 10.95 million viewers
8. "America's Got Talent" (9 p.m. Wednesday), NBC, 10.08 million viewers
9. "Under the Dome," CBS, 9.72 million viewers
10. "America's Got Talent" (Tuesday), NBC, 9.24 million viewers
11. "Duck Dynasty," A&E, 9.14 million viewers
12. "NCIS," CBS, 9.07 million viewers
13. "Thursday Night Football": New York Jets at New England, NFL Network, 8.79 million viewers
14. "Miss America Pageant," ABC, 8.59 million viewers
15. "The Big Bang Theory" (Thursday), CBS, 7.97 million viewers
16. "The Big Bang Theory" (Monday), CBS, 7.53 million viewers
17. "Big Brother" (Sunday), CBS, 6.93 million viewers
18. "The X Factor" (Thursday), Fox, 6.87 million viewers
19. "Big Brother" (Wednesday), CBS, 6.83 million viewers
20. "Dateline Friday," Fox, 6.73 million viewers


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Fools' gems form where there once were (or may still exist) elemental/magical energies of high purity. Completely colourless in its natural form, these gems will 'acquire' colour according to the nature of the energies within a radius of 50 ft from them. Hence, depending on the locale at which they are discovered, they may be mistaken for a range of gems including ruby, turquoise, malachite etc. In particular, they may appear to be so like a real gem that even an experienced jeweler cannot tell these apart from real gems. Magical spells also do not help in detecting fools' gems since they do not store any of the energeis that cause the colour change.
Item Properties
The colour of fools' gems hinge on the continued presence of energies of high purity. It often takes between 50 to 100 years for these to take on any colour at all. Moreover, gems which have been exposed to such energies for longer are always of a relatively darker shade.
Once removed from the site of discovery, fools' gems gradually revert back to its natural colour. Depending on the shade of the gem, it takes about 6 months to 1 year before the gem completely "loses" its colour.
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PCs might find some of these 'gems' while exploring ruins and other such locales. It may be that when they arrive at the jeweler or not long after they sell these to the jeweler, these 'gems' revert back to their natural colour. Either mistrust between party members, a chase for the 'culprit who switched the gems' (may be a too friendly innkeeper, a sneaky looking individual met along the way etc.) goes on or a looming trial over fraud occurs.
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That lesson was brought home to me again on Current TV this week when I interviewed Eleanor Smeal, president of the Feminist Majority Foundation, about Defense Secretary Leon Panetta's bold move to end the ban on women in combat. Smeal brought with her a copy of an amicus brief in support of lifting the ban, which she, as president of the National Organization for Women, had filed with the Supreme Court -- way back in 1981. Thirty-two years later, it finally happened.


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Uxbridge, MA
Banquet Hall/Restaurant, Barn/Farm/Ranch, Park/Garden, Plantation, Vintage/Rustic, Outdoor
Starting from $2,075 to $6,461 for 50 guests
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Hilton Boston Dedham Hotel
Dedham, MA
Hotel/Resort, Ballrooms, Outdoor, Modern
Starting from $6,113 to $7,025 for 50 guests
Nestled in the picturesque woodlands right by the city, the Hilton Boston/Dedham Hotel offers a serene locale for a wedding without being too far away from the action. Standing less than ten miles from Downtown Boston near the Gillette Stadium and Legacy Place, this stunning hotel is the perfect fit...
Stockbridge, MA
Historic/Landmark Building, Museum/Gallery, Private Estate
Starting from $13,162 to $19,297 for 50 guests
Located in West Massachusetts near the New York state line in Stockbridge, the Chesterwood estate sits along historic Williamsville Road and is the former home of famed sculptor, Daniel Chester French. Beautifully preserved and classically maintained to uphold a bold vintage appeal, this venue posse...
The Tiffany Ballroom
Norwood, MA
Hotel/Resort, Event Center, Ballrooms, Outdoor, Modern
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Make your dream wedding a reality at The Tiffany Ballroom at the Four Points by Sheraton Norwood. Located just a short drive from downtown Boston, this spectacular venue offers an unrivaled setting for an elegant wedding celebration. Its various event spaces can accommodate parties of between 50 and...
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Randolph, MA
Banquet Hall/Restaurant, Event Center, Ballrooms, Vintage/Rustic, Modern
Starting from $5,751 to $6,574 for 50 guests
For five decades, The Lantana has provided exceptional elegance and unparalleled service to every wedding party that has graced their halls. Other wedding venues in MA simply cannot compare to the luxurious yet flexible wedding packages. Transform this venue and tailor their services to fit your wed...
Nantasket Beach Resort
Hull, MA
Hotel/Resort, Ocean/Waterfront View, Ballrooms
Starting from $8,779 to $10,409 for 50 guests
Tucked away in the picturesque seaside town of Hull, the Nantasket Beach Resort offers a getaway from the chaos of everyday life – making it the perfect place for your fairytale wedding! The Hull peninsula, once an Indian trading post for the Plymouth Colony in the early 17th century, juts out into ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston – Milf...
Milford, MA
Hotel/Resort, Ballrooms, Outdoor
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Located just off Route 495, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Milford will provide your wedding celebration with the perfect, stylish hotel setting. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand affair DoubleTree Milford can accommodate your special day. DoubleTree offers a variety of wed...
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Nahant, MA
Ocean/Waterfront View, Beach, Ballrooms, Vintage/Rustic
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Situated on 720 feet of oceanfront, the Oceanview of Nahant offers breathtaking sweeping views of the Atlantic coastline. A private beach is the ultimate setting for a spectacular wedding celebration. Where they cater to only one wedding at a time, you have the entire venue at your fingertips. The L...
The Commons 1854
Topsfield, MA
Historic/Landmark Building, Mansion, Private Estate, Park/Garden, Ballrooms, Modern
Starting from $9,308 to $21,048 for 50 guests
Boutique and sophisticated, our venue lends itself to the discerning couple. If you are looking for a unique and hidden gem, we hope to have your date available. The stunning grounds are in classic New England Fashion and ideal for your ceremony and wedding party photos. The cocktail hour is hosted...
Granite Links Golf Club
Quincy, MA
Golf Course, Ballrooms
Starting from $10,529 to $18,810 for 50 guests
With breathtaking views of the Boston skyline set against the lush green of the golf course, Granite Links provides an inspirational backdrop for your special day. Named "America's Top 100 Golf Courses", Granite Links Golf Club is located just seven miles south of Downtown Boston, and features a wid...
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Mashpee, MA
Hotel/Resort, Golf Course, Ocean/Waterfront View, Ballrooms, Outdoor
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From its commanding position on the Cape's southern shore, The Club at New Seabury & Popponesset Inn presides over two acclaimed golf courses, has world-class amenities and miles of private sandy beaches. Whether you choose to have a small and intimate wedding or an elaborate one, a celebration at t...
Blue Ocean Event Center
Salisbury, MA
Banquet Hall/Restaurant, Event Center, Ocean/Waterfront View, Beach, Ballrooms
Starting from $10,813 to $16,562 for 50 guests
Do you dream of salt air kisses, waves lapping beneath your feet, wowing your guests with picture perfect views, and an elegant reception by the sea? At Blue Ocean Event Center, the only thing we overlook is the ocean, the perfect setting for the wedding day of your dreams. Surrounded by water on th...
Lake Pearl Wrentham
Wrentham, MA
Event Center, Park/Garden, Ocean/Waterfront View, Beach, Ballrooms, Outdoor
Starting from $5,109 to $13,166 for 50 guests
Welcome to Lake Pearl Wrentham Where natural beauty meets elegant interiors and outdoor splendor surrounds. With 25 acres of sweeping lawns and sculpted gardens on the banks of a pristine 128-acre lake, Lake Pearl Wrentham is the perfect New England wedding venue for all seasons. Upon arrival, you...
Independence Harbor
Assonet, MA
Banquet Hall/Restaurant, Private Estate, Park/Garden, Ocean/Waterfront View, Ballrooms, Outdoor
Starting from $5,483 to $9,053 for 100 guests
Bring your dream wedding to life at the renowned Independence Harbor wedding reception and garden wedding ceremony venue. Located in Assonet, Massachusetts, just 45 minutes south of Boston and 20 minutes east of Providence, this 20-acre private estate is reserved exclusively for your wedding, offeri...
250 Long Pond
Great Barrington, MA
Hotel/Resort, Private Estate, Barn/Farm/Ranch, Mountain, Vintage/Rustic, Outdoor, Modern
Starting from $5,387 to $7,803 for 50 guests
**THREE DAY RENTAL IS REQUIRED FOR PEAK SEASON EVENTS** Nestled on 120 acres of rolling wooded hills in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, 250 Long Pond offers an idyllic setting for the destination wedding of your dreams. Look no further if your dream wedding includes a relaxing long weekend rejoicin...
Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor
Plymouth, MA
Hotel/Resort, Ocean/Waterfront View, Ballrooms
Starting from $13,340 to $15,138 for 70 guests
Whether you're planning a wedding reception for your extended family and friends, or a smaller, more intimate gathering, your wedding celebration should reflect the bridal couple's unique individualities. Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor has been newly renovated with a subtle nautical touch. The Regency B...
Holiday Inn Boston Bunker Hill
Somerville, MA
Hotel/Resort, Event Center, Ballrooms, Modern
Starting from $5,541 to $7,481 for 50 guests
Minutes away from downtown Boston, Holiday Inn Boston Bunker Hill has a unique location that is away from the congestion of the city while still being a convenient distance to local attractions, including restaurants, shopping centers and cultural destinations. Your Boston wedding will be memorable ...
Indian Pond Country Club
Kingston, MA
Private Club, Golf Course, Ballrooms, Outdoor, Modern
Starting from $4,099 to $7,713 for 50 guests
Tie the knot at Indian Pond Country Club: a picturesque venue nestled in wooded hills of conservation land in Kingston, Massachusetts. Conveniently located between Cape Cod and Boston, this gorgeous club features a luxurious clubhouse and impeccably landscaped grounds, offering a variety of spectacu...
LeBaron Hills Country Club
Lakeville, MA
Banquet Hall/Restaurant, Golf Course
Starting from $5,261 to $11,659 for 50 guests
A magical wedding venue with large banquet hall, green garden grounds, and gazebo can all be found at LeBaron Hills Country Club. LeBaron is located in Lakeville Massachusetts, it may be used for your wedding reception and can accommodate an outdoor ceremony as well. LeBaron Hills Country Club has ...
White Cliffs Country Club
Plymouth, MA
Private Club, Golf Course, Ocean/Waterfront View, Beach, Outdoor
Starting from $11,234 to $18,214 for 50 guests
A unique clubhouse sits atop a 175-foot cliff overlooking Cape Cod Bay, offering the most breathtaking views of the ocean and beaches stretching from Plymouth, to The Cape Cod Canal, and all the way to Provincetown. With the refreshing ocean breeze and the sounds of the crashing ocean all around, a ...
Glen Magna Farms
Danvers, MA
Historic/Landmark Building, Mansion, Park/Garden, Outdoor
Starting from $9,359 to $16,937 for 50 guests
Less than 20 minutes from historic Salem, Massachusetts, Glen Magna Farms exudes colonial charm. Your wedding day will shine brighter than any other when your guests arrive at the 19th-century mansion, with towering white columns and lush green lawn and gardens. As they enter the sweeping foyer, the...
The Verve in Natick
Natick, MA
Hotel/Resort, Event Center, Ballrooms, Modern
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Situated just 25 minutes from downtown Boston and the Logan Airport, the Crowne Plaza Boston-Natick is the area's finest hotel. Make all your wedding dreams come true when you host your celebration at the Crowne Plaza. Whether you envision a classic sophistication or whimsical charm, the versatile e...
Boston Marriott Long Wharf
Boston, MA
Hotel/Resort, Ocean/Waterfront View, Ballrooms
Starting from $24,632 to $30,271 for 50 guests
Located in the heart of downtown Boston at the historic Long Wharf, this hotel brings you all of the luxury and comfort you could want on your wedding day. Enjoy the splendor of a wedding on the Wharf and use the Harbor View Ballroom (up to 146 guests). You and your guests can enjoy the stunning vie...
Classic Harbor Line, LLC
Boston, MA
Ocean/Waterfront View, Cruise Ship/Yacht, Outdoor
Starting from $4,183 to $7,244 for 50 guests
Set sail into the sunset as you say your "I do's" and create memories that will last a lifetime! With Classic Harbor Line in Boston, you will be able to have the contemporary wedding experience you've always dreamed of… on a yacht! Inspired by turn-of-the-century style yachts with quality craftsman...
Hyatt Regency Boston
Boston, MA
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Celebrate the wedding of your dreams at Hyatt Regency Boston. The downtown hotel features exceptional venues and romantic settings for Boston weddings that exude glamour and style. Extraordinary cuisine and more than 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space ensure unforgettable moments with fa...
State Room Boston
Boston, MA
Loft, City/Skyline View, Modern
Starting from $7,409 to $13,963 for 50 guests
Longwood's flagship event venue, the State Room, is an urban event space offering unmatched views of the city and harbor. Perched atop Sixty State Street skyscraper in Boston, this modern venue offers luxury wedding receptions, corporate events, and fundraising galas. State Room's clean, contempo...
Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront
Boston, MA
Hotel/Resort, Ocean/Waterfront View, Ballrooms
Starting from $16,017 to $18,549 for 50 guests
The Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront is an absolutely gorgeous space perfect for your wedding. A beacon of luxury woven seamlessly into the fabric of Boston's oldest neighborhood, the Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront embraces the North End with a sense of revelry and reverence. Paying ho...
The Endicott Estate
Dedham, MA
Historic/Landmark Building, Mansion, Private Estate, Outdoor
Starting from $5,190 to $13,659 for 50 guests
The historically restored Endicott Estate quite simply offers the perfect combination of sophistication and elegance that every couple deserves on their big day. The graceful three-story, 25 room Colonial Revival mansion with Georgian overtones is situated on 15 acres of rolling lawns surrounded by...
Peirce Farm at Witch Hill
Topsfield, MA
Historic/Landmark Building, Event Center, Mansion, Private Estate, Barn/Farm/Ranch, Park/Garden, Vin...
Starting from $5,880 to $13,393 for 50 guests
Your guests will be transported back in time to a more genteel era when they arrive at the historic Peirce Farm at Witch Hill, the gem of Topsfield! Imagine pulling up to the circular driveway, which features a picturesque statue and seeing the lovely fall leaves or spring blooms highlighted against...
The Stevens Estate at Osgood Hill
North Andover, MA
Historic/Landmark Building, Mansion, Private Estate, Park/Garden, Vintage/Rustic, Outdoor
Starting from $7,541 to $18,537 for 50 guests
Celebrate your special day at the beautiful Stevens Estate. This majestic setting provides a romantic experience for your special day, a grand mansion, exclusively yours, with formal gardens and an elegant peaked tent atop a cobblestone terrace for a summer reception. Take advantage of stunning ...
Danvers, MA
Event Center, Ocean/Waterfront View, Ballrooms
Starting from $7,350 to $11,525 for 50 guests
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The Villa
East Bridgewater, MA
Private Estate, Golf Course, Park/Garden, Ballrooms, Outdoor, Modern
Starting from $10,260 to $24,240 for 70 guests
The Villa, one of Saphire Event Group's premier wedding venues, is tucked away in the rolling greens of Ridder Country Club and contains three unique event spaces on one property. The Madera Ballroom, renovated in 2014, is perfect for couples that envision rustic elegance. The gorgeous wood accents...
Alden Castle Boston
Brookline, MA
Historic/Landmark Building, Ballrooms, Vintage/Rustic
Starting from $4,392 to $11,186 for 50 guests
Modern and vintage romance combine to create a truly unique wedding venue, Alden Castle Boston. The Vintage Ballroom boasts captivating royal Tudor architecture, silk champagne draperies and dramatic windows that flood the space with natural light. This is the preeminent Boston ballroom for a weddin...
King Hooper Mansion
Marblehead, MA
Event Center
Starting from $4,868 to $7,337 for 50 guests
King Hooper Mansion is the ultimate elegant and grand wedding venue. The King Hooper Mansion is located in scenic Marblehead, Massachusetts, the yachting capital of America and the birthplace of the American Navy. The prestige of King Hooper's surroundings invites itself into your wedding celebratio...
Boston Symphony Hall
Boston, MA
Historic/Landmark Building
Starting from $40,332 to $45,404 for 50 guests
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Everyone I've ever met, seen, or read about who had something to say about the illuminati werent very intelligent so I dont even listen anymore. Ive heard of the Bavarian Illuminati but last time I checked, all of those guys were dead...
I believe there's a God above, I'm just the God of everything else!
No, haven't read 1984 yet.
Strung out on lasers and slashback blazers
If you take the word Illuminati out of your vocabulary and talk about the same things people are much more likely to accept it or at least take it in without ridiculing or refusing it.
Maybe the illuminati is a tool to feed fear to the suspicious and perhaps slightly more intelligent than average people, who know people are controlling the masses. Maybe most iformation put out about them is false and just another form of control implemented by those who are really in control. who knows? without solid evidence coming to an accurate conclusion is near impossible. Don't be too stringent in your beliefs otherwise you end up trying to prove you are right rather than seeking truth.
The Illuminati are a conspiracy theory that was deliberately spread by the true masterminds of everything.. The Authors. Yes, that's right, The Authors spread information, true and false, all over the world. They control what is maintained through legend, and what is dropped as insignificant or not selling well enough on amazon.com. Beware them.. The Authors....
Okay, really, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illuminati gives a decent overview of the real group(s) that have used that title. They were/are real, depending on which group using the name you're talking about. I know, I know, it's wikipedia, but it gives a good starting point, and lots of citation links to follow.
Information plays a big part in how we reveal the world around us to ourselves, we are not open to many independent news outlets where we get only truthful, unbiased facts, and mainstream media eliminates competition and since they're all planted there to argue out one side of the story and gain public backing through indoctrination, people are practically living in a false world. It's social control and it's all crafted for a purpose. I get all my information from reading and from Democracy Now and several independent news streams, if everyone ignored mainstream media it would be a lot easier to have freedom in what you think, then what you think becomes you. "I think therefore I am" (:
"""John Stalvern waited. The lights above him blinked and sparked out of the air. There were demons in the base. He didn't see them, but had expected them now for years. His warnings to Cernel Joson were not listenend to and now it was too late. Far too late for now, anyway.
John was a american space marine for fourteen years. When he was young he watched the spaceships and he said to dad "I want to be on the ships daddy."
Dad said "No! You will BE KILL BY DEMONS"
There was a time when he believed him. Then as he got oldered he stopped. But now in the space station base of the UAC he knew there were demons.
"This is Joson" the radio crackered. "You must fight the demons!"
So John gotted his palsma rifle and blew up the wall.
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"No! I must kill the demons" he shouted
The radio said "No, John. You are the demons"
And then John was a illuminati."""
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during the time when they existed, in like rome or some shit, idk. they wer a bunch of scientists and shit that didnt agree with the christian shit going on atm and then the pope was like: they work for the devil, or some shit. so long story short, they're just a group of scientists
Well, they sure sell a lot of t-shirts with triangles on them.
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When Illuminati comes up, first thing that pops-up to my mind..
-Alex Jones.
-One World Order (New world order)
-Secret government (shadow government)
-We're all screwed. (There is NO use fighting it.)
-Blue/Red pill.
-End of Days.
-Constitution. (My guns.)
Illuminati makes me think of...
-the book Angels & Demons by Dan Brown
-the U.S. one dollar bill
That's it.
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Personally I prefer the card game.
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What do you think, know, believe or feel about the illuminati. name your theory or prove there true or fake. Name people inthe illuminati. What is there plan if they are real. Is the illuminati evil who worship satan and the anti christ? Edit- If you dont know who the illuminatiare google it or ask.
they exist?
Anybody that denies the Illuminati is an idiot.


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Juventus star Milos Krasic admits he is flattered by speculation linking him with Manchester United and Borussia Dortmund reports skysports.com.
The 26-year-old attacking midfielder has fallen out of favour under Antonio Conte, and has started just four Serie A matches so far this season.
However, the Serbian international insists he is in the dark about a potential move in January, and remains happy in Turin.
"All the transfer rumours are just nonsense and I don't want to waste any time on that," Krasic told Sport.
"Both mentioned clubs, Manchester United and Borussia Dortmund are big clubs and bring great honour, but neither I, nor my manager, are aware of anything of it.
"But, even if there is some truth in it, that wouldn't change a thing, as all my plans are connected to Juventus."
Red Devils boss Sir Alex Ferguson is a known admirer of Krasic, and continues to be linked with a move for the player who could fill the void left by the retirement of Old Trafford favourite Paul Scholes.
Despite the increasing speculation that his client could soon be on his way to Manchester United, Krasic's agent Vlado Borozan remains unconcerned by the rumours.
"I would rather not comment the market rumours," he said. "Every week there are stories that Krasic is going to leave Turin and what he needs in this moment is just a little peace."


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"The series brings leaders in from colleges and universities that are on the cutting edge of their respective areas," said Elizabeth Scibarra, executive director of the Brooklyn Tech Alumni Foundation, who is sponsoring the series.
Presenters will discuss ways in which STEM fields are growing in Brooklyn and around the world. It runs through March.
For instance, an upcoming speaker will share a plan to use innovative solar technology to illuminate a historic trolley terminal on the Lower East Side.
"Very often a speaker may come in and ask engaging questions," said Scibarra. "As the exchange goes back and forth, the kids get to understand that being inquisitive and intellectual curiosity is exciting."
The lectures series kicked off on Thursday, October 17, with Bill Buehl, director of engineering at Brooklyn-based MarkBot, discussing 3-D printing with roughly 50 students. His lecture focused on the future of this revolutionary piece of technology and its importance to the science and medical community.
"What better way to solidify Brooklyn Tech as a center of educational excellence than to explore the state of the art in science, technology, education and business?" asked Dr. Matt Mandery, CEO of the Alumni Foundation and former Brooklyn Tech principal. "And to do it by inviting in the leaders who have joined with us to enrich student's education."


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Cocktails for a Crowd by Kara Newman
Whether you're throwing a casual backyard barbecue or a full-on dinner party, making a batch of pitcher cocktails is just such a good idea! They can be made ahead and kept refrigerated, and they're easy to serve guests without going crazy with a cocktail shaker. Our Strawberry Basil Pitcher Margaritas are one of my all-time favorite drink recipes, and with Cocktails for a Crowd, I'm excited to add over 40 more recipes to my party repertoire!
Quick Facts
• Who wrote it: Kara Newman
• Who published it: Chronicle Books
• Number of recipes: Over 40
• Recipes for right now: Raspberry Bellinis, French 75 Punch, Sake Sangria, Pimm's Pitcher, melon Margarita Madness, Hibiscus Rum Cooler, Pina Coladas
• Other highlights: Not every cocktails can be scaled up to pitcher-size. Kara Newman walks us through which ones work best: punches, pitcher drinks, tiki drinks, and classic cocktails that can be made in batches. There are drinks here for just about every occasion you could imagine, from a spring wedding shower to a mid-summer tiki party to a fall apple picking get-together. She also takes the time to make sure we understand which cocktails components can be made ahead and which are best left to the last minute, how to handle ice (and the way they can dilute a drink), and fun ways to garnish big batches of cocktails.
I especially intrigued by how Kara uses tea to flavor many of her drinks. Hibiscus flowers, chai tea, and Lipton all make appearances on these pages, and the results sound fantastic. These aren't "tea-tinis," but rather cocktails that use tea to infuse new flavors into the cocktails. In the introduction, she quotes a bartender who explains that tea gives drinks more flavor complexity and adds tannins that balance the sweetness in cocktails. This never occurred to me before and I'm excited to give it a try!
I also love the mix of old-school recipes for punches and tiki drinks mixed with creations from Kara's very own imagination. Whether you're already a cocktail buff or just starting to put together your liquor collection, I guarantee that you'll find drinks here that you'll want to make immediately.
• Who would enjoy this book? Cocktail lovers, cocktail lovers who like to entertain, anyone looking for a signature drink to serve at a wedding reception, family reunion, or large party.
Find the book at your local library, independent bookstore, or Amazon: Cocktails for a Crowd by Kara Newman
• Visit the author's website: Kara Newman
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Welcome to UC SAREP, a program of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources
Healthy agriculture and food systems are fundamental to our quality of life in California. We're committed to strengthening California's agriculture by advancing knowledge of the science of sustainability, supporting farmers and ranchers working to develop more sustainable agricultural practices, and assisting communities in building strong and healthy regional food systems. UC SAREP is a Statewide Program of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources.


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Department of Revenue News Release
August 26, 2009Proof of Insurance Now Required for Temporary Registration Permits
Beginning on August 28, 2009, proof of financial responsibility (insurance) will be required in order to purchase a temporary registration permit for a motor vehicle. This new requirement is due to legislation enacted this year by the Missouri General Assembly.
Temporary permits are available at local license offices, the central office in Jefferson City, and at participating licensed motor vehicle dealers when plates are not available to be transferred to newly-acquired motor vehicles, trailers, or motorcycles. All purchasers of temporary permits will be required to show proof of insurance, regardless of whether the permit is purchased directly from the Department of Revenue or through a motor vehicle dealership. Proof of insurance can be satisfied by showing a valid insurance card, other insurance company documentation, or a self-insurance card issued by the Missouri Department of Revenue.


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(ed: As deadlines draw near, I get increasingly caught up with the minutiae of paper-writing. Be warned)
"Related work" or "Prior work" ? I've seen both section titles used when describing all the work that came before the magnificient specimen of research that I'm reading right now. Personally, I prefer 'Prior work': it seems somehow closer to the spirit of 'I stand on the shoulders of giants', even if that was really just a dig at Hooke. 'Related Work' to me has the tone of a grudging 'yeah yeah, these guys did something that might vaguely resemble what we do here, and I guess I should include it, but don't imagine that their work in any way influences my brilliant thoughts, which are sui generis'.
An issue that appears to be related to this is the placement of the Related/Prior Work section. I personally prefer to have prior work discussions just after the introduction, unless discussing prior work requires the use of notation that I introduce in a definitions section. In many papers (and some of mine as well), the prior work gets shunted off to the no-man's land before the conclusions. I wonder if there's some correlation between the choice of the title, 'Related Work' and the banishing of the section to the very end, a kind of double dismissal of the value of the cited works.


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BALTIMORE — The Phillies, owners of a 28-31 record, have not been this bad through 59 games since 2002 when a Larry Bowa-managed team was 25-34. Terry Adams and Joe Roa combined to make 30 starts that season, Travis Lee ran off the field with one out left in the season, and the Phillies finished under .500.
Charlie Manuel reached a clear point of frustration Thursday when his painfully average roster punted away another one to make it a six-game losing streak. The Phillies are 12-19 at Citizens Bank Park and maybe this road trip comes at an opportune time.
Or maybe none of it matters. Manuel is the source of consternation for a whole lot of angry Phillies fans, and that's understandable. He's the public face of the franchise. He's the one who has to answer the same questions about unacceptable baseball on a daily basis. He's the one who makes the lineups, the substitutions, and guides the players.
But it's quite difficult to say this is on the manager, who has done just about all he can with the roster he's been handed. The Phillies have used 48 different lineups in those 59 games. There is only so much lipstick that can be applied to this pig.
The players are certainly to blame. They have pressed in important situations. They have not stayed healthy. They have made mental errors, physical errors and just plain errors.
But we'll focus on the general manager, who made three assumptions in the winter that have been exposed in the season's first 59 games. Ruben Amaro Jr. did not cause this start. He failed to prevent it, though.
1. It was impossible to assume a repeat performance from the pitching staff.
Would you believe the Phillies rank 12th in the majors with a 3.87 ERA? That figure is just .07 below the major-league average of 3.95. In 2011, the Phillies led the majors with a 3.02 team ERA, which was 92 points below baseball's average.
The Phillies allowed 3.27 runs per game in 2001, the franchise's lowest clip since 1917. They led the National League in ERA for the first time since 1952. The team ERA of 3.02 was the lowest for any team since the 1989 Dodgers, who had a 2.95 mark.
There was no way they could repeat that in 2012.
Roy Halladay, Cliff Lee and Cole Hamels each made at least 31 starts. Roy Oswalt was in and out of the rotation, but still started 23 times, which is probably more than Halladay will reach in 2012. Vance Worley and Kyle Kendrick were extraordinary replacements. The bullpen was eighth in the majors with a 3.45 ERA and that was product of some luck.
Half of the pitchers who started a game in baseball last season spent time on the disabled list. The Phillies avoided it with the big horses in their staff a season ago. That was not replicated in 2012. And it was silly to think it could be.
Pitching coach Rich Dubee said something interesting the other day. He was answering questions about Halladay's shoulder and hopped on a tangent.
"The expectations that people put on our rotation last year were outrageous, but we pitched beyond those," Dubee said. "Look at the years those guys had, they pitched above and beyond those expectations, which is phenomenal."
Absent the hype of Four Aces, the expectations were the same for 2012 — even in the front office, because little was done to improve the offense.
2. Their faith in John Mayberry Jr.'s ability to be an everyday player was misplaced.
This one was easy to foresee. From a Feb. 18 story:
There are reasons Mayberry is 28 and has never served as an everyday player in the majors. His inability to recognize breaking balls is one. His lack of consistent production against righthanded pitchers is another.
That's not to say Mayberry can't duplicate Werth's career arc. But his 2011 numbers warrant a more critical eye, especially since they are a chief reason the Phillies have faith in his skill.
Of Mayberry's 296 plate appearances, 40.5 percent came against lefthanders. Predictably, the righthanded Mayberry hit them quite well. Eight of his 15 home runs were off lefties, and his strikeout rate was a tenable 15 percent.
If Mayberry is to receive increased playing time in 2012, his platoon split will not be as favorable. Last season, hitters faced lefthanded pitchers in 26.7 percent of total plate appearances in all of baseball. The more Mayberry plays, the closer his platoon split should be to the major-league average.
Against righthanders, Mayberry wasn't terrible by any means. He hit .250 (opposed to .306 vs. lefties) and still managed a .785 OPS. But he struck out 21 percent when facing righties, and 61.9 percent of his batted balls were on the ground or infield pop-ups. That figure against lefties was 42.8 percent.
The results: Mayberry has been one of the least productive players in baseball with his amount of playing time. His numbers against righthanded pitchers are unsightly; a .198/.261/.235 slash line in 88 plate appearances.
He's on the bench for Juan Pierre, and left field went from being a spot the Phillies projected 25 home runs to a spot for a slap hitter with 16 home runs in 13 seasons.
3. Relying on Chad Qualls and Jose Contreras as setup men was a fool's errand.
It's hard to completely blame this situation on Amaro. The Phillies believed they had depth in Mike Stutes, David Herndon, Phillippe Aumont and Justin De Fratus. All four have spent time on the disabled list and three of them may not throw a pitch again this season. Contreras, 40, was returning from elbow surgery. It was difficult to assume production from him. He lasted less than two months before Tommy John surgery robbed him of another season.
So that leaves Qualls. Not only is he still on the roster, but he's still their best righthanded setup option.
Qualls' strikeout and walk rate are about the same as a season ago when he displayed some alarming tendencies. His sinker is not sinking and it's flying out of the ballpark at a prodigious rate. The opposition is making better contact against him. It's been that way for nearly the entire season.
Yet the Phillies are stuck with him because it's either Chad Qualls or Michael Schwimer. And beyond that, there is no one else. Manuel has basically begged for help in a public setting and it has not arrived.
Have a question? Send it to Matt Gelb's Mailbag.


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By RAELYNN RICARTE
News staff writer
September 16, 2006
The Hood River Pear Celebration this year takes place Saturday and Sunday, all along the Hood River Valley.
Pear lovers will find all sorts of fine food and country fun along the Fruit Loop during the Pear Celebration. More than 18 different varieties of pears will be available to try and purchase. Events include:
Rasmussen Farms' Pear Party, now in its 13th year. Enjoy live music each afternoon; wine tasting, all kinds of pears, pear treats, and their popular Corn Maze.
Apple Valley's Food and Craft Fair celebrates great local food and crafts. Find specialties including breads, cheeses, homemade sodas, flaky pear dumplings, unique pear jams and other treats, then browse the craft market.
Sweet treats are the focus at Country Girl Fruit Farm, too. They'll have chocolate-dipped dried pears, chocolate fondue for dipping fresh pears, and their special pear pies.
Try a tasty "Pie in a Cone" at Packer's Cookie Stop, or warm cookies, or a delicious pie ….
At Draper's Farm, there will be pear and apple pies, cookies, and homemade cider, in addition to lots of fresh fruit.
Sparkling vanilla cider, chocolate-covered pears and a wide selection of fresh pears are featured at The Fruit Company (closed Sunday). Take the whole family on The Fruit Company Express orchard Tour.
An orchard tour will take place Sunday, at A & J Enterprises. Find lots of pears and apples, too.
Tours are on tap at Cody Orchards, as well, as part of their "Pear-fect Pears" celebration. There is also accordion music at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, pear pie, pear samples, and more.
Pear wine and pear butter can be found at Pheasant Valley Winery. All of the wineries along the Fruit Loop will be offering tastes of award-winning wines.
The Pear Celebration weekend is the kick-off of the "Hispanic Heritage Month" observance at Alice's Orchard and Fruit Stand. Learn about the Hispanic culture with piñatas, recipes, and more.
At the Lavender Valley Lavender Farm, discover lavender-pear vinegar, lavender tea, lavender products, lavender scones and pears, and hand-painted glassware.
Farms and attractions along the Fruit Loop are open from at least 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (wineries open at 11 a.m.), and charge no admission. For complete information, visit the Fruit Loop Web site at www.hoodriverfruitloop.com.
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Cognitive Biases Modification Treatment for Social Anxiety (CBMSP)
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|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT01503151
Recruitment Status : Completed
First Posted : January 2, 2012
Last Update Posted : December 2, 2014
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Adults with Social Phobia will be randomly assigned to either an attention bias modification treatment, interpretation bias modification treatment, both, or a placebo control condition not designed to change cognitive bias patterns.
Outcome measures will be social anxiety symptoms and severity as measured by gold standard questionnaires as well as diagnosis of social phobia disorder and symptom counts derived from structured clinical interviews based on DSM-IV criteria.
The investigators expect to find significant reduction in social anxiety symptoms in the Treatment groups relative to the placebo control group. The investigators want to find out the relative efficacy of attention and interpretation oriented treatments and the combination of the two.
|Condition or disease
|Social Phobia
|Behavioral: Attention Bias Modification Treatment (ABMT) Behavioral: Interpretation Bias Modification (IBM) Behavioral: Control Condition Behavioral: Attention and Interpretive biases modification (CBM)
|Phase 2
|Study Type :
|Interventional (Clinical Trial)
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|95 participants
|Intervention Model:
|Factorial Assignment
|Triple (Participant, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
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|Cognitive Biases Modification Treatment for Social Anxiety
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|January 2012
|Actual Primary Completion Date :
|March 2014
|Actual Study Completion Date :
|March 2014
Placebo Comparator: Placebo
repeated trials of a dot-probe task and repeated trials of an interpretation task, both not intended to change threat-related biases patterns.
Behavioral: Control Condition
Attention and interpretation training using a computerized tasks not intended to alter threat-related biases patterns.
Experimental: Attention Bias Modification (ABM)
Attention training via repeated trials of a dot-probe task intended to direct attention away from threat stimuli.
Behavioral: Attention Bias Modification Treatment (ABMT)
Attention training using a computerized spatial attention task (dot-probe) modified to alter threat-related attention patterns.
Experimental: Interpretation Bias Modification (IBM)
Interpretation training intended to facilitating a more benign interpretation bias
Behavioral: Interpretation Bias Modification (IBM)
Interpretive Bias Modification Treatment (IBMT) using a computerized task modified to facilitate a more benign interpretation bias.
Experimental: Attention and interpretation biases modification
Attention and interpretation training intended to direct cognitive biases away from threat stimulus.
Behavioral: Attention and Interpretive biases modification (CBM)
Attention and interpretation training via computerized tasks intended to direct attention away from threat stimuli and to facilitate a more benign interpretation bias.
- Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS) - diagnostic interview [ Time Frame: Expected time frame of 6 weeks per participant. Participants will be assessed before and after the administration of the training/control protocols ]LSAS is a 24-items clinician-administered scale developed for the assessment of fear and avoidance associated with social. The LSAS assesses a wide range of both social interaction and performance/observation situations, which are rated for degree of fear/anxiety and frequency of avoidance.
- The Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI). [ Time Frame: expected time frame of 6 weeks per participant. Participants will be assessed before and after the administration of the training/control protocols ]The Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI) is a short diagnostic structured interview (DSI) developed to explore 17 disorders according to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual diagnostic criteria (DSM)
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contacts provided below. For general information, Learn About Clinical Studies.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 65 Years (Adult, Older Adult)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
People suffering from social anxiety
Exclusion Criteria:
Pharmacological or Psychological treatment
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contact information provided by the sponsor.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier (NCT number): NCT01503151
|Tel-Aviv University
|Tel-Aviv, Israel
|Responsible Party:
|Yair Bar-Haim, Study Principal Investigator, Tel Aviv University
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01503151 History of Changes
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|First Posted:
|January 2, 2012 Key Record Dates
|Last Update Posted:
|December 2, 2014
|Last Verified:
|December 2014
Keywords provided by Yair Bar-Haim, Tel Aviv University:
attention bias modification treatment
interpretive bias modification
cognitive bias modification
attention training
social anxiety
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Phobia, Social
Phobic Disorders
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"John Freshwater, an eighth-grade science teacher facing dismissal for allegedly preaching in the classroom, is suing the Mount Vernon City School District, saying it violated his constitutional and civil rights," the Columbus Dispatch (June 11, 2009) reported.
Looking for the legal skinny on the court cases that shaped the landscape of the creationism/evolution controversy? NCSE's new Creationism and the Law resource provides the details on seventeen key cases, from Scopes to Selman, that made a difference.
New "Creationism and the Law" resource section debuts
OAKLAND, CA June 10, 2009
Looking for the legal skinny on the court cases that shaped the evolution vs. creationism landscape? NCSE's new "Creationism and the Law" page has the details on 17 key cases, from Scopes to Selman, that made a difference.
Click a case and you get a thorough summary; a list of source documents (typically PDFs, arranged in chronological order); links to relevant NCSE news stories, timelines, presentations; and links to third-party sources.
The latest issue of Evolution: Education and Outreach — the new journal aspiring to promote accurate understanding and comprehensive teaching of evolutionary theory for a wide audience — is now available on-line. Taking transitional forms as its theme, the issue positively teems with exciting paleontology.
NCSE's executive director was interviewed (full text below) in the latest issue of Science under the headline "Eugenie Scott Toils in Defense of Evolution."
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In the second installment of his Kingdom of Graves fantasy trilogy, Myrick (The Ten, 2012, etc.) delivers high adventure, back-alley espionage and a little bit of romance.
Jorophe Horne and his companions have two purposes in life: Serve the king and preserve the peace he established. As a member of the elite fighting squad called the Ten, Jorophe previously killed demons and defeated the Dar Kharji people in epic battles of good and evil. But his work is far from over when the kingdom's true enemy, the Blooded, arises in the north, led by the mysterious, power-hungry Prince Leoben. The warlord dispatches his army into the kingdom and meets little resistance. Few know how to defeat his legions of woelfin beasts and shidh slave warriors, and few realize Leoben's true goals. The Blooded are aided by superhuman assassins called the Mortuus, who infiltrate the capital and deliver a crippling blow to the kingdom. Jorophe and company set out in search of a secret weapon that might bring down the invading forces, while the kingdom's Lord Prosper commands his army of "shadows" to seek a new alliance with an ancient people. Meanwhile, Leoben's minions terrorize the countryside, slaughtering children and enslaving women as the Kingdom of Graves teeters on the brink of defeat and complete annihilation. The novel continues where the first book left off and maintains its predecessor's high-quality storytelling. Chapters are well-planned and -executed, providing glimpses of back story that creatively move the action forward and heighten the tension—not an easy task in an adventure tale. Myrick expands the landscape of the first book, adding an underground city ruled by a mournful monarch, a lone cottage guarded by a blind old man and snow-covered plains that frame the novel's climactically bloody conclusion. Overall, the novel successfully presents a complex world through artfully visual scenes and multiple perspectives, with enough twists and turns to dazzle fantasy fanatics.
Highly recommended for genre buffs and newbies alike, this adventure carries readers through a land of magic, laughter and tears.


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Linked by Thom Holwerda on Fri 5th Jul 2013 14:03 UTC, submitted by twitterfire
"Today, Microsoft said its advertisers will be able to target users not just on Web search results pages but directly inside Windows Smart Search. David Pann, general manager of Microsoft's Search Advertising Group, said in an interview that advertisers don't have to do additional setup to participate. The Smart Search ads will feature a preview of the websites the ad will send people to, as well as click-to-call info and site links, which are additional links under the main result that direct users deeper into a website to the most likely page they might want." So, you pay for a product, and then Microsoft shoves ads in your face. Scumbags. Then again, they've done the same on the Xbox, which is now virtually unusable due to all the ads plastered all over your dashboard. And then people say Google is bad with ads.
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Safari isn't a core part of the OS, and advertising in the product would be the prerogative of that team.
You did not purchase perpetual rights to an ad free Bing experience, you purchased Windows.
Chromebooks which are sold to the end user also serve ads in the various web apps they promote. Android does much worse.


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A petition from the campaign to
The opening of a SeaQuarium by any company is cruel and inhumane. Research shows sea life, whales and dolphins in particular, need thousands of miles, with their pods, to swim in order to maintain a healthy adult life. Keeping animals out of the wild and in enclosed quarters is known to crush their spirit and drastically reduce life-span. Living by sonar in a small pool is cruel and the equivalent of a human living in a scream-chamber bathtub for years. The imprisonment of marine animals needs to become only an embarrassing part of our past. A city such as Toronto must be a leader in animal rights, not taking the world or animal rights issues backward. Ripley's Seaquarium has no business opening anywhere imprisoning wildlife in glass cases, much less at the CN Tower in the heart of downtown Toronto, Ontario.
Kim Lores Bodaglo
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City leaders and the Ministry of Community Safety must realize the residents of Toronto and visiting cities do not want a prison for Sea life Downtown or anywhere else in Ontario. Research show...
City leaders and the Ministry of Community Safety must realize the residents of Toronto and visiting cities do not want a prison for Sea life Downtown or anywhere else in Ontario. Research show confinement of sea animals is cruel and inhumane. If Canada chooses not to be a leader in Animal Rights, at minimum they must not contribute to the torture and confinement of Sea Life. This goes for Marineland as well. This "Seaquarium" will be in the center of huge noise-making city attractions. To the East Union Station, behind it, the non-stop trains into Union Station, to the West Rogers Center, behind it, the CN Tower. In front of it, the Steam Whistle Brewery blowing it's horns along with Billy Bishop airport. These animals will be overwhelmed and bombarded with sound 24 hours a day for the rest of their lives. For sensitive animals living by sonar, this is equivalent to torture. Please add your voice and speak for those without one. Leaders in the City of Toronto and the Province of Ontario care what residents and the world think. Be the change you want to see. Tell your city leaders we will not stand for a downtown "Seaquarium" run by Ripleys or anyone else.


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Firefighters look through the scene of a fire that destroyed a mobile home and killed two people in Indian Lake Wednesday, Jan. 30.
An early morning fire on Wednesday, Jan. 30 in Indian Lake was fatal for two people.
On Jan. 30, at approximately 5 a.m., the New York State Police in Indian Lake were called to assist local fire departments in investigating a house fire at 197 Pratt Road.
Preliminary investigation reveals that two people were located, deceased, inside the residence that was completely destroyed in the fire.
The cause of the fire is still being investigated and the New York State Fire Cause and Origin Team are assisting in the investigation. The identification of the deceased inside the house are pending forensic identification.
Indian Lake Fire Fighters and State Fire Investigators were seen combing through the rubble at the scene of a fire on Wednesday afternoon. Where the flames had completely destroyed the mobil home down to the floors with only a metal furnace and some walls were left standing.
When contacted on Wednesday afternoon State Police Investigators assigned to the case out of Ray Brook said that they were not presently in a position to release any information and that the investigation was still in progress. Indian Lake Fire Chief Paul Strain, also declined to speak about the circumstances surrounding the fire.
"Right now they don't want us divulging any information until the police investigating the fire make a statement," Strain said.
More information will be provided as it becomes available.
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Tankers Honored For Academic Successby Brent Harris • July 22, 2011 Share:
The Wabash College swimming and diving posted a 2011 spring semester team grade point average of 3.09, earning the squad a place on the College Swimming Coaches Association of American Scholar All-America team listing. Recent graduate David Birrer was named a CSCAA Scholar All-American, while fellow graduate Adam Current received Scholar All-America Honorable Mention honors.
Birrer (right) posted a GPA of 3.93 while also qualifying for the 2011 NCAA Division III Swimming and Diving Championships. He earned All-America honors with a record-setting effort in the 200-yard butterfly, capturing 13th place in the consolation finals.
Current's (below left) GPA of 3.66 and "B" cut qualifying time placed him on the Honorable Mention team. Current narrowly missed earning a berth at the national meet.
The Little Giant team was one of 57 Division III schools recognized for their academic achievement in addition to athletic success. The Wabash swimming and diving program has been a regular honoree throughout the history of the program as a CSCAA Scholar All-America team.


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INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana's unemployment rate grew slightly in December to 8.2 percent even though state officials say the state added 8,300 private sector jobs.
Figures released Friday by the state Department of Workforce Development show Indiana's jobless rate rose 0.2 percent from November's 8 percent rate.
State Workforce Development Commissioner Scott Sanders attributed the increase mainly to more than 7,000 unemployed Indiana residents returning to the labor force to look for work. His agency says about 267,000 Indiana residents were unemployed in December, up 15,000 from about 252,000 in November. That's based on a survey of 1,000 households.
December's U.S. unemployment rate was 7.8 percent, the same as in November.


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Top Programs and Events in February and
Included in this advisory are key programs and events at the
Denver Museum of Nature & Science that aim to inspire curiosity
and excite minds of all ages through scientific
NEW! Lizards & Snakes - FREE with
Opens February 3
See 60 live animals at the Museum. The Burmese python, Gila
monster, komodo dragon, green basilisk, and more star in this
fascinating exhibition. Featuring an impressive lineup of lizards
and snakes from five continents, Lizards & Snakes introduces
visitors to these adaptable, colorful, and sometimes dangerous
creatures. The engaging combination of live animals, real and
cast fossils, extensive multimedia, hands-on interactives, and an
activity area specifically for children offers a fascinating look
into the wild world of lizards and snakes that will enthrall and
educate visitors of all ages.
FREE Field Trips for 2011-2012 School Year
The Museum is offering free exhibition admission and free
self-guided tours to all school groups and organized youth groups
this school year. Additionally, the Museum is offering scholarships
to cover bus fuel costs and to reduce fees for onsite labs and
classes. As the region's leading resource for informal science
education, the Museum hosts more than 300,000 students and their
chaperones each year. The organization is committed to making
science affordable, fun, exciting, and engaging. Learn more
at www.dmns.org/teachers.
A Strange Beauty, Photographic Studies by John Bonath -
FREE with Admission
Closes February 19
The first exhibition of its kind and scale, "A Strange Beauty,"
presents some of the Museum's scientific treasures-such as snake
skin sheds, horse skulls, rocks, and minerals-to the public in the
form of art. Bonath's work portrays his belief that in this world
every object has a story that can be unlocked by the viewer's
NEW! Arctic Sanctuary - FREE with Admission
Opens March 2
Arctic Sanctuary, featuring the photography of Jeff Jones,
reveals the natural landscape, significance, and stunning beauty of
the Arctic. Fifty images-from large-scale panoramas to intimate and
abstract studies of nature's elemental forms-take visitors on an
engaging exploration of wilderness and its significance in the
modern world.
NEW! Tornado Alley 3D
Now Showing
Experience the adrenaline and the science of nature's most
dramatic phenomena. Join Storm Chasers star Sean Casey and
the researchers of Vortex 2, the most ambitious effort ever made to
understand the origins and evolution of tornadoes, in this
heart-pounding science adventure.
NEW! Flying Monsters
Uncover the truth about the mysterious pterosaurs, whose
wingspans of up to 40 feet were equal to that of a modern jet
plane. Enter the lush and alien environment in which these
creatures lived, and experience real flying monsters.
NEW! Wildest Weather in the Solar
Take a spectacular journey to witness the most beautiful,
powerful, and mysterious weather phenomena in the solar system.
After seeing a storm the size of a 100-megaton hydrogen bomb and a
400-year-old hurricane, you'll be glad you live on Earth.
Darwin Day with Sean B. Carroll
Monday, February 13, 7 p.m., $12 member, $15
Celebrate Charles Darwin's birthday with award-winning biologist
and author Sean B. Carroll. His research focuses on the genes that
control animal body patterns and play major roles in the evolution
of animal diversity. Thanks to modern science, Carroll has
discovered biological causes for evolution using technology that
didn't exist in Darwin's day, providing the missing link to
Darwin's history-changing research.
Science Lounge: Hugs and Hisses
Thursday, February 16, 6:30-9:30 p.m., $8 member, $10
(If sold out online, tickets available at the door.)
Enjoy a mind-expanding experience with cocktails and
entertainment every third Thursday of the month. Ages 21 and up.
This month, they may not send chocolate or flowers, but lizards and
snakes have spent millions of years doing whatever it takes to
impress their mates. In honor of Valentine's Day, we're taking a
cue from these romance-savvy animals that understand the language
of love. Learn the courtship dances of the monitor lizard and
bearded dragon, tour the Lizards & Snakes exhibition, and head
to the bar for The Snakebite.
SCFD Community FREE Day
February 27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., FREE
Visit Lizards & Snakes; enjoy outstanding permanent
exhibitions including Expedition Health, Space Odyssey, Prehistoric
Journey, and Egyptian Mummies; and participate in games and
activities for the whole family.
The Little Creatures of Snowmass
Tuesday, February 28, 7 p.m., $8 member, $10
As usual, the big guys get all the attention. The large,
dramatic fossils of mammoths and mastodons stole the spotlight at
the Ice Age dig site near Snowmass Village, but as the science
continues, evidence keeps piling up for the little creatures.
Richard Stucky, curator of paleoecology and evolution, will
introduce you to the lesser-known characters of the Snowmastodon
Project-like chipmunks, voles, salamanders, and shrews. What you
will learn may surprise you, and will just go to show how resilient
the little guys can be.
Observing Mars
Saturday, March 3, 7 p.m., $12 member, $15 nonmember, $8
child (ages 3-12)
Don't miss this family-friendly opportunity to see Mars in a way
that's rarely possible. Once every 26 months, Mars is positioned
opposite the sun and very close to Earth. We'll provide the
telescopes and Steve Lee, curator of planetary science, will
provide the science behind the Mars opposition.
Science Lounge: Crack the Case
Thursday, March 15 6:30-9:30 p.m., $8 member, $10
Enjoy a mind-expanding experience with cocktails and
entertainment every third Thursday of the month. Ages 21 and up.
This month, try your hand at forensic sleuthing and solve a mystery
at the Museum. Armed with science and a Bloody Mary, identify and
analyze evidence at the scene of a crime. You'll discover that
bones can tell a story, learn how to type blood, and delicately
lift hidden fingerprints. Plus, we'll debunk science myths from
popular crime dramas, like CSI.
Digging Snowmastodon
Tuesday, March 20, 7 p.m., $8 member, $10
If you couldn't get your hands dirty at the historic dig near
Snowmass Village, then get your hands on a copy of the book that
tells the story. Written with humor by Museum scientists Kirk
Johnson and Ian Miller, Digging Snowmastodon: Discovering an
Ice Age World in the Colorado Rockies, follows the dig from
the first fossil found in October 2010 through the intense field
season of summer 2011. The research now continues in the Museum's
labs. Help us celebrate the book launch, bring your questions, and
hear about "hot off the press" Snowmastodon research.
Tornado Alley with Sean Casey
Friday, March 23, $15 member, $18 nonmember, $15
student, $12 child (ages 3-12)
Storm Chasers star Sean Casey will host this special screening
of the new IMAX film, Tornado Alley. Hear behind the scenes stories
from this heart-pounding science adventure and learn how Sean and
his team used advanced weather measurement instruments and
customized vehicles to experience a tornado's destructive power at
point-blank range
Charlotte Hurley: 303-370-6407, [email protected]
About the Denver Museum of Nature &
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is the Rocky Mountain
Region's leading resource for informal science education. A variety
of engaging exhibits, discussions and activities help Museum
visitors celebrate and understand the natural wonders of Colorado,
Earth and the universe. The Museum is located at 2001 Colorado
Blvd., Denver, CO, 80205. To learn more about the Museum,
check www.dmns.org, or call 303-370-6000.
# # #
Many of the Museum's educational programs and exhibits are made
possible in part by the citizens of the seven-county metro area
through the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District.


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I'm sure some consider it a classic, but I've always found Elvis Presley's Blue Christmas annoying. The rest of his holiday album is pretty good — maybe I've just heard Blue Christmas too many times.
I'm not hard hearted. If I didn't enjoy the season I wouldn't even be flipping on the holiday tunes. But I think everyone would agree with me that the most maudlin, terrible holiday song ever recorded is The Christmas Shoes by NewSong. It's an obvious and ham-handed attempt to elicit tears, and it's just really bad. Indigestion is more of a certainty than any depth of feeling. Apparently it was even turned into a television movie starring Rob Lowe. Yikes.
An equally obnoxious story-song set around the holidays is Dan Fogelberg's, Same Old Lang Syne.
Met my old lover in a grocery storeI know whenever I spill my purse out on the floor while unexpectedly bumping into an old flame laughing and crying is my first reaction. Second? Drinking a six-pack with the dude in the grocery store parking lot. Ahhh, the spirit of Christmas.
The snow was falling Christmas Eve
Stole behind her in the frozen foods
and I touched her on the sleeve
She didn't recognize the face at first
but then her eyes flew open wide
Tried to hug me and she spilled her purse
and we laughed until we cried
I also am perplexed by the recent covers of Wham's Last Christmas. George Michael's breathy Marilyn Monroe-like delivery of the lyrics is the height of cheese. In fact, it just points out how much of his singing is just whispering. Why Ashley Tisdale and Taylor Swift felt compelled to record their own versions of this goofy song is anybody's guess.
I love Judy Garland's Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, so when I heard a dirge-like version I had to suffer through to the last note to find out who was murdering the classic — and was shocked to discover it was the Pretenders' Chrissie Hynde. Oh well. I'll stick with Garland's and Sinatra's versions.
As far as holiday songs in general, I'm also not fond of Silent Night, The Little Drummer Boy, and Do You See What I See? — no matter who sings them. That's probably connected to my days in the school chorus. Some choir master always thought these songs would be "cool" for kids to sing, as opposed to more traditional carols.
So these are my least favorite holiday songs. At least we only have to run across them once a year (on heavy rotation). I plan to write one more holiday sing-along post, focusing on Christmas novelty songs ...


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County Distribution
Micranthemum micranthemoides (Nutt.) Wettst. -
Nuttall's mudflower
in the state of New Jersey
Click the map above to view a larger image.
Our county data are based primarily on the literature, herbarium specimens, and confirmed
observations. However, not all populations have been documented, so some gaps in the
distribution shown above may not be real. Remember that only native and
naturalized populations are mapped!


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Twintails are wintails!
Join Date: Mar 2010
Age: 38
Fall 2010 Anime Awards
Fall 2010 Anime Awards
Since the Fall 2010 is over and we had some time to reflect on it now, let's hand out the awards for the season
You can give awards following the usual scheme: Gold (first place) is three points, Silver (second place) is 2 points and Bronze (third place) is 1 point.
So everyone, hand out your awards for your favourite shows!
I'll tally up the results here in the first post.
My Fall 2010 awards:
1st Place: Motto To Love-Ru Overall great series with great characters and a great final episode
2nd Place: Samurai Girls Very good, but too little Naoe, and then ending could've been better.
3rd Place: Kami nomi zo shiru sekai Also very good, but the Shiori arc was a bit weak.
Overall Ranking
1st Place: Shinryaku Ika Musume (25 points)
2nd Place: Kuragehime (18 points)
3rd place: Yosuga no Sora (17 points)
4th place: Shiki (16 points)
5th place: Ore no Imouto (14 points)
Kami nomi zo shiru sekai (14 points)
6th Place: Motto To Love-Ru (8 points)
Otome Youkai Zakuro (8 points)
7th Place: To aru Majutsu no Index II (7 points)
8th Place: Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt (6 points)
MM! (6 points)
9th Place: Samurai Girls (4 points)
Tegami Bachi Reverse (4 points)
Bakuman (4 points)
10th Place: Star Driver (3 points)
Soredemo Machi wa mawatte iru (3 points)
11th Place: Tantei Opera Milky Holmes (2 points)
12th Place: Psychic Detective Yakumo (1 point)
Last edited by Himeji; 2011-01-21 at 23:34. Reason: updated Ranking
|2011-01-05, 23:49
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Twintails are wintails!
Join Date: Mar 2010
Age: 38
You can only vote for Fall 2010 series.
|2011-01-06, 09:42
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2009
(If it counts... )
(1st) Toaru Majutsu no Index II - Action, suspense, alittle comedy in between (Mikoto also helps out). Excellent show.
(2nd) Motto To Love Ru - It's much better to see the chapters animated.
(3rd) Shinryaku ika Musume - Very nice with the comedy.
|2011-01-06, 17:36
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Twintails are wintails!
Join Date: Mar 2010
Age: 38
We've seen as much of the ongoing series as of the other one-season series, so I don't see why we shouldn't vote on them now.
Updated Ranking with votes in first post.
|2011-01-06, 17:50
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Beautiful fighter.
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: England, UK
Age: 32
|2011-01-06, 17:53
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Senior Member
1st. Ika Musume- it was one of the best shows of the year, and Ika is one of the best characters of the year.
2. Ore Imo- despite Kirino being a snatch, we had the lovely Kuroneko
3. TWGOK- fun show, Elsie is cute. Her "mom" is awesome
|2011-01-06, 21:52
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Okuyasu the Bird
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Alberta, Canada
Age: 27
Ore no Imōto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai - Why? Cause after watching it, it inclined me to read the light novels, and any adaptation that makes me want to check out the source material is deserving of high praise I feel.
Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt - A rather strange series that was incredibly funny and disgustingly gross at the same time, but had fantastic animation and a kick-ass sound track.
Kaminomi zo Shiru Sekai - I really enjoy the manga for this series but I didn't feel the adaptation did it much justice, so that's why this gets 3rd place from me.
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Barcelona: Tito Vilanova has hailed Lionel Messi for making his record-breaking exploits look easy following Barcelona`s 2-1 win over Betis on Sunday.
The 25-year-old netted twice at the Benito Villamarin to break Gerd Muller`s record of 85 goals in a calendar year. But though it is a feat that has delighted his coach, the Blaugrana boss does not want his team`s performance to be neglected.
"I am happy with all my players," he told reporters. "We have always given our best.
"We are happy that (Messi) helped us with his two goals. He made his record look easy and still has a further three games to continue to help us.
"However, I think you should also remember the team and our defensive solidity. We had to suffer (at Betis), we knew it would not be easy, so it wasn`t a coincidence."
Messi`s team-mates were also quick to pay tribute to the Argentine, with defender Gerard Pique labelling him as the greatest player to have ever played the game.
"Players are usually valued when they have retired, but Messi is the best player in history even if he has much time left in his career," he praised. "He is a player with no limits, you have to enjoy every day and every minute, you just have to enjoy him as a football player."
Andres Iniesta, who Messi claimed deserves to win the Ballon d`Or, also took to his official Facebook account to give his thoughts on a historic evening: "We are well aware of the intensity needed to get these three points, [we are a] great team! Congratulations Leo!"
Goalkeeper Victor Valdes was equally happy for his team-mate and posted a message saluting his efforts: "What a great match! As always, it was a complicated 90 minutes. Congratulations to Leo for having surpassed the record! Good night!"


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House Bill 3450, Carbon Monoxide Alarms Oregon Revised Statutes, Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Oregon Administrative Rule, Carbon monoxide Alarms
An individual or entity should not rely on these FAQs to determine compliance with the statutes or rules. The questions and answers presented here do not constitute legal advice.
General Carbon Monoxide Alarm Information
Q. What is a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm?
A. A CO alarm detects CO and produces a distinctive audible alert when CO is detected. It may be a standalone unit or part of an alarm system. (OAR 837-047-0110)
Q. What types of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms are available?
A. CO alarm: Activated by CO, Smoke/CO alarm: Activated by smoke or CO, and Gas or Explosive Gas/CO alarm: Activated by CO, propane, or natural/methane gas. CO alarms must be battery operated or receive their primary power source from the building wiring with a battery back-up. Plug in devices must have a battery back-up. (OAR 837-047-0140)
Q. What is a carbon monoxide (CO) source?
A. A heater, fireplace, appliance (i.e., furnace, dryer, or water heater), or cooking source (i.e., stove, oven) that uses coal, kerosene, petroleum products, wood, or other fuels (i.e., oil or natural gas) that emit CO as a by-product of combustion; or an attached garage with an opening that communicates directly with a living space. (OAR 837-047-0110)
Q. Where do I install carbon monoxide (CO) alarms?*
A. Install CO alarms on each level of your home with bedrooms (sleeping areas).
* Please note: this is required when selling or renting a home.
Q. Are carbon monoxide (CO) alarms required in bedrooms?
A. No, but it is recommended to install them in the bedrooms and within 15 feet outside of each bedroom door. The law requires a CO alarm in each bedroom or within 15 feet of each bedroom door; however, ductwork from sources often goes directly to bedrooms, bypassing hallways outside of them. (OAR 837-047-0130).
Q. May I replace a hard-wired smoke alarm with a carbon monoxide (CO) and smoke alarm?
A. Yes. You may replace a hardwired smoke alarm with a hardwired with battery back-up CO/smoke alarm
Q. Are carbon monoxide (CO) alarms required on every level?
A. No. They are required on each level with bedrooms (sleeping areas). (OAR 837-047-030)
Q. How often do I replace my carbon monoxide (CO) alarm?
A. CO alarms should be replaced when the end-of-life signal is activated, the manufacturer's replacement date is reached, or when they fail to respond to operability tests. (NFPA 720)
Q. How do I keep my carbon monoxide (CO) alarm working?
A. Test alarms monthly. CO alarms must be maintained, tested, and batteries replaced according to the manufacturer's recommended instructions. (OAR 837-047-0150)
Q. What should I do when the carbon monoxide (CO) alarm sounds?
A. Get outside to fresh air and call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number for help. If anyone is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning, get medical attention immediately.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Information for Real Estate Agents, Home Sellers, and Home Buyers
Q. Are carbon monoxide (CO) alarms required when selling a home?
A. If a home has a CO source, CO alarms are required before it can be sold. Effective April 1, 2011, sellers of one- and two-family dwellings, manufactured dwellings, or multifamily housing containing a CO source must have one or more properly functioning CO alarms before conveying fee title or transferring possession of a dwelling. (OAR 837-047-0120)
Homes built during or after 2011 require a CO alarm regardless of the presence of a CO source.
Q. Are carbon monoxide alarms required in new home construction or remodels?
A. Yes. The CO alarm requirements for new construction, reconstruction, alteration, and repair are applicable regardless of the presence of a CO source. (Oregon Residential Specialty Code, Carbon Monoxide Alarms)
Q. Can I have battery-operated CO alarms in new construction?
A. Yes. Section R315.4.1 of the 2011 ORSC states "Single station CO alarms shall be battery operated, or may receive their primary power from the building wiring system." If a homeowner chooses to install the electrical plug-in type, those CO alarms need to have a battery back-up feature.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Information for Property Management, Landlords, and Tenants
Q. Are carbon monoxide (CO) alarms required in rental dwelling units?
A. If you have a CO source, CO alarms are required in rental dwelling units. Effective April 1, 2011, landlords must provide properly functioning CO alarms for one- and two-family dwelling or multifamily housing containing a CO source. The landlord shall provide a new tenant with alarm testing instructions. If a CO alarm is battery-operated or has a battery-operated backup system, the landlord shall supply working batteries for the alarm at the beginning of a new tenancy. (OAR 837-047-0120, 0160)
Q. What are my obligations as a tenant?
A. A tenant must test, at least once every six months, and replace batteries as needed in any CO alarm provided by the landlord and notify the landlord in writing of any operating deficiencies. (OAR 837-047-0160)
A tenant may not remove or tamper with a CO alarm. Tampering includes removal of working batteries. (OAR 837-047-0170)
Q. What do I do if I am renting and have a CO source, and my landlord has not provided a working CO alarm?
A. A tenant must notify the landlord in writing of any operating deficiencies. (837-047-0160)
Oregon Carbon Monoxide Alarm Law Requirements When Selling or Renting a HomeSmoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm Safety BrochureBuilding Codes Division - Carbon Monoxide Alarms Residential ConstructionConsumer Products Safety Commission - Carbon Monoxide Information National Fire Protection Association - Carbon Monoxide Information Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Power Source and Hush Feature Requirements Use this chart to provide clarification on the power source and hush feature requirements of smoke and CO alarms as it relates to Oregon law. The OSFM does not endorse any particular brand of smoke or CP Alarm.
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migya wrote:JJ is good and has shown that he can be a very good PG but I don't know whether he could defend the great PG all the time
He'd be our best defender, at least. And he would play the 3 for us.
Anyway, it doesn't really matter. It's not going to happen.