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Double, The (US - BD RA)
Gabe tries to find nice things to say about this '90s espionage throw-back...
When a United States Senator is brutally murdered, the evidence points to a Soviet assassin code-named 'Cassius'. This should be impossible, however, because Cassius has been listed as dead for a long time. The powers that be gather the efforts of the two men who know the assassin best – Paul Shepherdson (Richard Gere), a retired CIA operative who spent his career tracking Cassius, and Ben Geary (Topher Grace), a hotshot young FBI Agent and family man who has studied the killer's every move. Ben thinks he knows Cassius, but Paul knows a lot more about the man he claims to have killed. Now, time is running out to stop this merciless killing machine before he finds his next target.
The Double is among the more generic, mediocre espionage thrillers I've ever seen. It's rarely an actively bad film, but it's even more rare that it sets its sights beyond the middle. First time director Michael Brandt (who has worked as an A-list writer in Hollywood for some time now) has an obvious affection for early '90s thrillers and appropriately apes the slick styles of craftsman directors like Phillip Noyce and Martin Campbell. Assuming this was his intent (which he doesn't really discuss on the commentary track, so I'm not sure), Brandt proves he has a solid understanding of the filmmaking process, but doesn't do much to impress beyond the bare essentials. The action sequences, what few there are, feature a minor flutter of post-'70s style shaky camera/crash zoom, and occasionally pensive shots of Gere break into cool slo-mo, but for the most part this feels like a 15-20 year old film. I dig Brandt's use of older motifs and think it gives the film a nice flavour, but also think that this particular story could actually have been better served by a more modern, post-Paul Greengrass action set-piece approach. At the very least this would lend the film some desperately needed immediacy.
Brandt and co-writer Derek Haas' story suffers early issues because he expects us to be interested in a lot of story-specific mythology. Paul's past involvements with espionage don't carry much weight beyond Gere's pained performance. This doesn't matter so much once the layers begin to be peeled away about 30 minutes in to the film, but makes for an awkward thud of a build to the big twist. This twist invigorates the film a bit, but all too quickly Brandt settles down into a rut of entirely too understated scenes of further unraveling. There is definitely something good in this slow burn approach and the basic thrust of the plot is actually somewhat unique, but even at a rather taut 98 minutes, the overall pacing is slack. There's also something to be said for Brandt moving the reveal to the final act, that perhaps the audience is given too much information too early. To the same token, the secondary reveal might come a little too late, leaving not enough breathing room until the final twist. The early '90s-ness extends to the relatively small cast, specifically Richard Gere and Martin Sheen. Sheen isn't on screen a whole lot, but ekes out yet another warm and grizzled performance, while Gere (an actor I've never loved) is the crux of the entire film. It would be easy to accuse Gere of coasting through this role, but he does a lot with a trite character. The duality within the character clearly piqued his interest in the project, but one would expect that Brandt and Haas' awkward prose would've given him a little pause. Topher Grace has ended up in a place in his career where I just assume he's a villain disguised as a protagonist. This actually works in the film's favour, but I couldn't help but giggle anytime Grace emoted genuine anger.
As stated in the review, The Double often apes the general style of '90s thrillers, and this extends to the use of what appears to be Super 35 film, blocked off into 2.35:1 framing. Detail levels are sharp, especially in close-up, and the more complex backgrounds feature effectively separated elements. Details only fall apart on occasion, such as the big, wide establishing shots, which tend to turn a bit mushy. The basic pallet is quite warm, which leads skin tones into orange and red territory, with a big, fat emphasis on orange. Not surprisingly, unfortunately, this means all cool sequences and contrast end up some where between blue and green, which means we're back in the family territory of teal. Even the coldest, most stark environments are subtly infiltrated by these prevalent tones. The tealness of it all is at its silliest when you realize the vast majority of the undershirts are teal instead of white. The most vibrant highlights are the pinks in Geary's home, though reds tend to pop pretty effectively as well. The flashback sequences are beautifully muted, with consistently deep black levels, and bright, blown out white levels. These scenes also feature pretty heavy film grain, which also sets them apart from the mostly clean base images. The transfer's steady issue is over-sharpening effects, specifically fine lines of edge-enhancement.
This DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack follows the basic expectations set by modern espionage thrillers. The channels are pretty consistently aflutter with ambience and steady music, even during the most basic dialogue sequences. Beyond the basic value of well-placed directional effects and subtle ambient additions, there isn't a whole lot of aggression or power in the track. The climax features a relatively intense car chase that gives the track a little more to do in terms of impact, dynamic range, and LFE presence. This is quickly followed by a few shoot-outs, which give the sound designers some good excuses for directional movement. Hard working composer John Debney's score has real warmth, and at its best throbs with Bernard Herrmann-esque deep string themes. The music rarely moves too far outside the stereo channels, but fills out the quieter sequences quite effectively.
The extras begin with a commentary track featuring writer/director Michael Brandt and co-writer Derrick Haas. This long time writing team works pretty well together on the track to be both warm and informative, starting the track off with a self-deprecating joke. I found it more or less impossible to tell Brandt and Haas apart, which is generally fine since they're both on point in terms of factoids. The wry tone wasn't enough to hold my interest for the entire runtime, or change my opinion on the film, but their argument for revealing the first act twist so early is at least interesting (though I still don't agree). I enjoyed the brief discussion about filming around my home-town of Tucson, Arizona. The disc also features a super fluffy behind the scenes EPK featuring interviews (7:50, HD) with Brandt, Haas, Gere, Grace, Martin Sheen, and Stephen Moyer, and a trailer.
It's not as bad as its almost non-existent reputation suggests, but The Double is pretty faceless and dull overall. There's something in the twisty-turny script, but editing choices leave reveals flat, and the pacing is glacial. Richard Gere's most steadfast fans will get something out of his solid performance, but the rest of us can probably skip it. This Blu-ray looks and sounds just fine, but features very little in terms of extra material.
*Note: The images on this page are not representative of the Blu-ray image quality.
Review by Gabriel Powers
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Glad I'm not the only one who really didn't enjoy this. Found it lifeless and indiscreet. Why spoil a decent twist and make it so obvious early on?
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Disc Details
Release Date: 31st January 2012
Discs: 1
Disc Type: Blu-ray Disc
RCE: No
Video: 1080p
Aspect: 2.35:1
Anamorphic: No
Colour: Yes
Audio: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 English
Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish
Extras: Writer/Director and Co-Writer Commentary, Behind the Scenes, Trailer
Easter Egg: No
Feature Details
Director: Michael Brandt
Cast: Richard Gere, Topher Grace, Martin Sheen, Odette Yustman, Stephen Moyer
Genre: Thriller
Length: 98 minutes
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***** 4/5 - AppDictions - "The controls are intuitive and easy to get a handle on. The animations look great on a retina display. And the pace of the game makes it great for casual gaming." ***** It's simple math: Dogs + Cats + Magic + Weapons + Leveling up = Wickedly AWESOME! Defend Canine Castle with your Sorcerer's Staff and magical abilities. Beat down the horde of technologically advanced felines and their evil mission to wipe out the Howling Wizard race! Features - 100's of levels of casual fun game play - Level up your character as you play with upgrades and weapons - Lots of enemies with strategic weaknesses and strengths - Upgradeable magic abilities like Bark Spell, Nap Spell and Cat Nip Spell - Upgradeable abilities like Wall Lava, Wall Spikes and Multi shot - Interchangeable and unlockable weapons - Boss levels - Leaderboard and Achievements
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Frank Lampard's proposed move to LA Galaxy is drawing closer with the Chelsea star currently in talks with the Major League Soccer side, Goal.com has learned.
The American club hope to put together a package that can convince Lampard to follow in the footsteps of David Beckham and move to the west coast in the summer.
The midfielder will leave Chelsea at the end of the season after being formally told on New Year's Eve that he will not get a new contract from the European champions.
As revealed by Goal.com at the start of the month, there is firm interest in Lampard from a string of Premier League clubs, most notably Manchester United and Arsenal. The England midfielder has already rejected a three-year offer from Everton.
However, it is understood that the 34-year-old's current stance is that he would prefer a move to MLS rather than join another English club, with LA Galaxy his most likely destination.
There has also been strong interest in the Blues midfielder from clubs in Serie A but the Chelsea No.8 has reservations about moving to Italy.
Lampard will be one of the most sought-after free agents in the world this summer, when his 12-year association with Chelsea will come to an end.
He was told by the west London club that he will not be offered an extension to his current £150,000-a-week deal, even on reduced terms.
This has prompted a stampede of interest in the player, who has demonstrated his value with a number of goals since returning to the team last month following an extended spell out injured and has now scored 11 times for club and country this season.
|Frank Lampard is 9/2 to join any MLS club next with Paddy Power
Lampard's colleague John Terry broke ranks earlier this month to question Chelsea's stance on the failure to award the long-serving midfielder a new contract.
However, senior Stamford Bridge officials have privately made it clear there will be no change in their position.
Lampard is free to sign a pre-contract with a foreign club from this month, and is open to a move to the States for personal as well as professional reasons.
Each MLS club can sign a maximum of three 'designated' players each season, whose wages are not included in the team's annual salary cap.
In an interview this week, LA Galaxy manager Bruce Arena declined to comment on Lampard but admitted the club are in the market for a marquee midfielder.
"We need to get another player there and we're working on it, as well, and there's a chance we'll get a designated player that can slip into midfield," said Arena.


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Showroom Style: Design Ideas to Try at Home
Yesterday while at the Mart for NeoCon, we snapped some photos of one of the fabric showrooms, Luna. Everytime we walk by this particular showroom, it looks fresh, stylish and fun, all nice adjectives to garner when talking about how a home is decorated as well. Below the jump, a few design ideas to "take away" from this showroom…
Ideas illustrated in the photos above - top row, left to right:
1. When it comes to pillows, one rule of thumb for a nice mix is having solids in colors and patterns in neutrals. This keeps things interesting without getting overwhelming.
2. A striped floor really does amazing things for the visual perception of space. This ultra wide striped carpet makes the (fairly modestly sized) showroom appear much larger.
3. Repeat a design motif in a different scale - this console echoes the striped floor in the same b&w colorway, but at a smaller width, making for a nice cohesiveness.
4. Don't be afraid to mix styles. These classic, serious "office" style chairs work really well with this uber-glam, shiny lacquered table. They couldn't be more different, but look great together.
5. A single small shot of intense color can really transform a whole room. These small bunches of bright orange tulips made the entire meeting room come alive.
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6. Curtains are the perfect way to add another layer of pattern. Even though these curtains sport a whimsical pattern, their overall design, scale of pattern and simple colorway (the b&w, again) make them a subtle injection of pattern, just enough to make the room feel a bit more finished and thought out.
7. If you are going to go dramatic with a piece, monochromatic looks good. This OTT chandelier fits with the rest of decor due to its all white finish. It's still a big statement, but one that is a bit more "quiet".
8. When working with two sofas, a symmetrical arrangement is a good look and creates a room within a room, perfect for conversation as well as a stylish set up.
More info on the textile company who works from this showroom: Luna
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Jawn necessitava di un nuovo design di pagina web e ha lanciato un contest su 99designs.
È stato scelto un vincitore tra 71 design presentati da 29 designer.
Web 2.0 designing.
Desired Color Scheme:
Needs to follow current design colors
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Web 2.0
Accepted File Formats:
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Greetings all :) this is my second time holding a contest here, last time it went great so now im back for a new contest.
What we are looking for is getting abit help on fixing some small graphic issues we are having on the current design we are working on.
Click on link to see our design.
Top left will hold the logo, the navigation menu at the top is something we are not happy with, a redesign of that would be great.
If you have a look at the right where the poll/latest posts boxes are is also something we are not satisfied with, they kinda look like it doesnt fit in somehow.
We are open for ideas, if there something else you think you could make better then do it! we are all open for new ideas.
We would like to see a new page aswell being designed and that when you click on a news article a new page show up where you can read the whole article. A design of that page would be much appreciated.
Please keep this simple because simple is always the best.
Winner will get 330$ , payment can only be done through paypal.
Good luck!
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Maytag dishwashers clean dirty dishes effectively and efficiently. The dishwashers run multiple cycles to ensure that dishes come out looking their best. One common problem that may arise during use is a stop in the middle of a cycle. This prevents the dishes from coming clean.
Maytag dishwashers connect directly to kitchen outlets, and a circuit breaker that trips during operation may stop the washer mid-cycle. Check the outlets in the area to verify that power still runs, and visually inspect circuit breakers to make sure they remain open. If a light switch controls the outlet where the dishwasher connects, verify that it remains in the On position.
One of the main dishwasher parts that may cause a mid-cycle stop is the door latch. Check the door latch assembly for any obvious signs of wear or damage, and replace this component if needed. A loose door can stop the dishwasher mid-cycle if it shakes free during vigorous washing or if the sensor in the door latch misreads the latch position. This could even lead to water flooding out of the dishwasher in some cases.
Control components in the dishwasher regulate proper cycling and flow operations. These include the electronic control board, the dishwasher control panel and the dishwasher power control supply board. These parts may wear down over time as the vibration caused by normal washing shakes wires loose or as capacitors and other electrical elements begin to fail in their circuit boards. If any of these components show signs of obvious wear or damage, swap them out for high-quality dishwasher repair and replacement parts.
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House Ocho by Feldman Architecture
The House Ocho designed by Feldman Architecture is located on a nature preserve in the Santa Lucia mountains along the coast of California. This light and peaceful home was specifically designed to blend in and not detract from the natural surroundings, so the architects sunk the home into the ground and planted tall hanging grasses on the rooftop. But it's the view that absolutely kills us...
Feldman also divided the space into a series of pavilions: After passing through an entry grove, visitors can see distant views in-between and over the various building elements. As they are drawn into the widening view, they are led down from the tree-lined ridge to a large terrace that serves as an outdoor living room for the house..."
Feldman Architecture is a nationally recognized and award-winning design studio. They're members of the US Green Building Council and much of their work involves designing energy-efficient buildings that incorporate sustainable technologies and renewable materials.
Jonathan Feldman is also the author of Green Architecture Notes, so check that out!
Thanks, Jonathan!


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The San Francisco 49ers might not be done tweaking the starting lineup.
The team spent Tuesday working out veteran kickers Billy Cundiff and Nate Kaeding, a league source told Matt Maiocco of Comcast SportsNet Bay Area. Consider it a touch of advanced scouting.
The Niners' David Akers, a 14-year-veteran, has struggled this season, converting just 19-of-27 attempts. Akers missed a 50-yarder in Sunday's win over the New Orleans Saints and had another kick blocked.
Cundiff and Kaeding don't exactly boast spotless records. Cundiff infamously botched a 32-yard field-goal attempt in last season's AFC championship for the Baltimore Ravens and was released by the Washington Redskins earlier this year. Kaeding was a long-time regular-season gem for the San Diego Chargers but remains a dubious 8 of 15 in the postseason.
If Jim Harbaugh is willing to flip-flop his starting quarterback midway through a potential Super Bowl run, you better believe the kicker is expendable.
If you see Mr. Akers in the streets, give him your support.
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U.S. U-23 Men's National Team Defeats German Club VFL Bochum 3-1 in Scrimmage
Terrence Boyd, Tony Taylor and Dilly Duka Get Goals in the Win against Bundesliga 2 Side; U-23 Men's National Team Camp Continues in Duisburg until Nov. 15
BOCHUM, Germany (Nov. 11, 2011) – The U.S. U-23 Men's National Team defeated VfL Bochum 3-1 in a scrimmage in Germany on Friday. Goals from Terrence Boyd, Tony Taylor and Dilly Duka gave the USA the victory against a Bundesliga 2 side comprised of first and youth team players.
After a tentative opening, the U.S. fell behind in the 20th minute. Bochum exploited some space on their left wing, where left back Matthias Ostrzolek lifted the ball to the far post for teammate Christoph Dabrowski to nod home relatively uncontested.
The U.S. responded well and evened the match through Terrence Boyd in the 42nd minute. Mixx Diskerud played a well-timed ball over the top for a streaking Sheanon Williams. The Philadelphia Union right back crossed for Boyd, who knocked home a tap-in from close range to tie the game.
The USA, coached on the sideline by Claudio Reyna, grew in influence in the second half. Eventually they were rewarded for their pressure with a breakthrough in the final ten minutes. Amobi Okugo, wearing the captain's armband for the USA, set up substitute Tony Taylor on the right side of the box. The forward did the rest, skipping inside his man before drilling a left-footed shot into the bottom corner from 18 yards out.
Two minutes later the USA added an insurance goal, with Taylor again playing a part. The Atletico Clube de Portugal striker set up fellow substitute Dilly Duka at the top of the box. Duka made no mistake, powering home a shot from 16 yards to seal the 3-1 win.
-U.S. U-23 Men's National Team Match Report-
Match: U.S. U-23 Men's National Team vs. Opponent
Date: Nov. 11, 2011
Competition: Scrimmage
Venue: rewirpower STADION; Bochum, Germany
Kickoff: 11 a.m. local
Attendance: 200
Weather: 55 degrees, sunny & clear
Scoring Summary: 1 2 F
BOC – Christoph Dabrowski (Matthias Ostrzolek) 20th minute
USA – Terrence Boyd (Sheanon Williams) 42
USA – Tony Taylor (Amobi Okugo) 81
USA – Dilly Duka (Tony Taylor) 83
USA: 1-Sean Johnson; 2-Sheanon Williams, 4-Ethan White (12-Gale Agbossoumonde, 16), 5-Royal-Dominique Fennell, 3-Zarek Valentin; 8-Joe Corona (15-Joe Gyau, 46), 6-Amobi Okugo (capt.), 10-Mixx Diskerud (14-Dilly Duka, 66), 7-Greg Garza (16-Jared Jeffrey, 46); 11-Terrence Boyd (19-Andrew Wooten, 66), 9-Juan Agudelo (17-Tony Taylor, 76)
Substitutions Not Used: 18-David Bingham
Head coach: Claudio Reyna
BOC: 31-Michael Esser; 45-Christoph Caspari; 6-Lukas Sinkiewicz, 43-Christian Kalina, 19-Matthias Ostrzolek (26-Jonas Acquistapace, 46); 18-Giovanni Federico (41-Kevin Freiberger, 30), 32-Enes Uzun (44-Oliver Zech, 46), 20-Faton Toski, 5-Christoph Dabrowski (capt.) (17-Oguzhan Kefkir, 30); 22-Mirkan Aydin (46-Hans Kyei, 62), 11-Takashi Inui (42-Christian Mengert, 46)
Substitutions Not Used: 29-Philipp Heerwagen, 14-Denis Berger
Head coach: Andreas Bergmann
Stats Summary: USA / BOC
Shots: 8 / 10
Shots on Goal: 6 / 8
Saves: 7 / 3
Corner Kicks: 7 / 3
Fouls: 15 / 11
Offside: 11 / 1
Misconduct Summary:
USA – Terrence Boyd (caution) 28th minute
USA – Juan Agudelo (caution) 33
BOC – Jonas Acquistapace (caution) 60
BOC – Oliver Zech (caution) 68
Referee: Florian Steuer (GER)
Assistant Referee 1: Bastian Börner (GER)
Assistant Referee 2: Sven Waschitzki (GER)


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As "Alice in Wonderland" pushes "Avatar" out of IMAX theaters like some invading country looking for unobtanium, you're probably thinking this is the end of the big screen theater line for James Cameron's mega-hit.
If so, you thought wrong. Cameron and Fox are in discussions about re-releasing "Avatar," primarily in 3D theaters, in the late summer, according to The Hollywood Reporter. To sweeten the deal, Cameron is also promising additional footage in the re-release.
But is it too much too soon? Cameron doesn't think so. He's convinced he lost out on hundreds of millions of dollars with the release of Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland" which finally put an end to "Avatar's" digital and IMAX 3D hold.
As for the extra scenes, there are discussions of as much as 40 minutes of additional footage. But the maximum length a movie can be released in analog IMAX theaters is 170 minutes -- "Avatar" is a whopping 160 minutes. Cameron had said that he had 10-12 minutes of extra scenes that he cut and could quickly put through post-production and have ready to add to a director's cut for a theatrical reissue.
One scene Cameron has ready has to do with Jake Sully's avatar proving himself to the Na'vi people; the other involves a native festival during which tribe member Tsu'tey gets drunk.
The summer re-release would follow a home video premiere in 2-D form, which will happen as soon as next month and no later than May.


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All applications are evaluated by the end of January.
Number Required: 3
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members familiar with the applicant's academic competence and professionals in a supervisory position.
It is recommended that applicants complete the courses taken in obtaining a B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Psychology, or Pharmacy before entering the program.
Not required.
A baccalaureate degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Psychology, or Pharmacy is required.
The Statement of Goals should be approximately 500-1,000 words and should include the following elements: your interest in Temple's program; your research goals; your future career goals; and your academic and research achievements.
The GRE is required. The GRE scores should be in the 65th percentile or above. Recent scores have been in the range of 650-750 or more quantitative and 500-600 or more verbal.
Minimum TOEFL score or range of scores needed to be accepted: 600 paper-based, 250 computer-based, or 100 internet-based.
A resume is encouraged.
Number of Didactic Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 40
Required Courses:
Survey in Pharmaceutical Sciences 1 s.h.
Pharmaceutical Analysis 3 s.h.
Statistics 3 s.h.
Seminar in Pharmaceutical Sciences 1-2* s.h.
Pharmacogenomics 2 s.h.
Biochemistry 4 s.h.
Elective courses for Ph.D. degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences can be found on the website: http://www.temple.edu/pharmacy/graduate.htm
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Preliminary Examination:
The purpose of the preliminary examination is to demonstrate critical and interpretive knowledge in specialized areas of the discipline. The examination evaluates the student's ability to apply specific research foci to anticipated practical problems in the field. Students who accumulate 40 didactic credits are eligible to take the exam.
The Preliminary exam consists of two sections; 1. a written section consisting of questions from the student's Doctoral Advisory Committee (D.A.C.) and 2. a) a second portion that includes the preparation of a research proposal approved by the D.A.C. and b) an oral summary of the proposal (30 mins) followed by an oral defense of the proposal.
Each Advisory Committee question submitter will judge the quality of the student's answer to their question (based on criteria such as accuracy, thoroughness, and originality) and share the score, and the reasons for it, with other members of the Advisory Committee. The evaluators look for a breadth and depth of understanding of concepts in the areas being tested; application of that knowledge; and the ability to write technical prose in a manner consistent with scientists in the field.
Students who are preparing to take their preliminary examinations should confirm a time and date with the Director of Graduate Studies and register with the Administrative Assistant in the Office of Graduate Studies. The student and Director will receive confirmation of the time, date, room, and proctor for the examination.
Dissertation Proposal:
The dissertation proposal demonstrates the student's knowledge of and ability to conduct the proposed research. The proposal should consist of the following: (a) the context and background surrounding a particular research problem; (b) an exhaustive survey and review of literature related to the problem; and (c) a detailed methodological plan for investigating the problem. The proposal should be completed and approved no more than one year after completing the preliminary exam. Upon approval, a doctoral student is promoted to a Ph.D. candidate and a timeline for completing the investigation and writing process will be established.
The Doctoral Dissertation is an original, theoretical, and/or empirical study that makes a significant contribution to the field. It should expand existing knowledge and demonstrate the student's knowledge of both research methods and a mastery of her/his primary area of interest. Dissertations should be rigorously investigated; uphold the ethics and standards of the field; demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the primary area of interest and the broader field; and be prepared for publication in a professional journal.
The Dissertation Advising Committee is formed to oversee the student's doctoral research and is comprised of at least three Graduate Faculty members. Two members, including the Chair, must be from the School of Pharmacy. Committee compositions must be approved by the departmental graduate committee. The Chair is responsible for overseeing and guiding the student's progress, coordinating the responses of the Committee members, and informing the student of her/his academic progress.
The Dissertation Examining Committee evaluates the student's dissertation and oral defense, including the student's ability to express verbally her/his research question, methodological approach, primary findings, and implications. This committee is comprised of the Doctoral Advising Committee and at least one additional Graduate Faculty member from outside the School of Pharmacy. The Outside Examiner should be identified no later than the beginning of the semester in which the student will defend the dissertation. The Committee will vote to pass or fail the dissertation and the defense at the conclusion of the public presentation.
If a student needs to change a member of a Committee, the new member must be approved by the departmental graduate committee and by the Graduate School. The changes must be documented with the Graduate Secretary and the Graduate School (http://www.temple.edu/grad/forms/index.htm).
Students who are preparing to defend their dissertation should confirm a time and date with their Dissertation Advisory Committee and register with the Office of Graduate Studies at least 15 days before the defense is to be scheduled. The Office of Graduate Studies will arrange the time, date, and room and forward to the student the appropriate forms. After the Graduate Secretary has made the arrangements, the student must send the Graduate School a completed "Announcement of Oral Defense" form at least 10 days before the defense. The Department will post flyers announcing the defense.
Office of Graduate Studies
Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Suite 528, School of Pharmacy
3307 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
Karen Austin
Room 528
Program Coordinator:
Daniel J. Canney, Ph.D.
Graduate Chairperson:
Daniel J. Canney, Ph.D.
Associate Director of Graduate Studies:
Joy Baumgardner, Ph.D.
Robert Raffa, Ph.D.
The School of Pharmacy offers a graduate program leading to the M.S. and the Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Pharmacodynamics. The program is designed to prepare students for positions in the pharmaceutical industry, government agencies, and faculty positions in various departments performing biomedical research.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 7 years
Health Sciences
Students may take a majority of required and elective courses at the Main and Health Sciences campuses. Several courses may be offered at the Fort Washington campus. Research must be carried out at the Health Sciences campus under the supervision of an advisor who is a member of the Graduate Faculty.
Full-time status is highly preferred due to the nature of ongoing research.
The program encourages interdisciplinary coursework, research, and collaborations among faculty and students with interests in Organic Chemistry, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, and Molecular Modeling.
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The Pharmacodynamics concentration involves the study of integrated drug transport and mechanism of drug action research. For more information, see our faculty's research interests as described at www.temple.edu/pharmacy/graduate_faculty.htm.
Graduates generally accept employment offers shortly before or after defending their dissertation. Job opportunities for graduates include positions as postdoctoral researchers, scientists in the pharmaceutical industry, and faculty members in a variety of departments involved in biomedical research.
Non-matriculated students are able to take up to 9 credits.
Support options include University Fellowships, Teaching Assistantships, Research Assistantships, and NIH training grants. Recipients of support are determined on a competitive basis during the admission process. Fellowships and assistantships include full tuition remission (up to 9 credits) and a monthly stipend. The principal duties of a Teaching Assistant (TA) include assisting faculty members in laboratory instruction, preparing apparatus or materials for Pharm.D. students, conducting recitations, grading quizzes and reports, and proctoring exams. TAs are expected to work 20 hours per week. Research Assistants (RAs) are expected to spend 20 hours per week engaged in research and will be assigned to a specific faculty member. The research subjects are determined by consultation between the student and her/his research advisor. The department attempts to make offers of assistantships on or before May 1. June 1 is the final date for acceptance or declination of department offers of support. Applications should be directed to Office of Graduate Admissions, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Temple University School of Pharmacy, 3307 North Broad Street, Suite 528, Philadelphia, PA 19140.
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Radford 73, Hampton 64
Javonte Green scored 22 points and posted a double-double to
lead Radford to a 73-64 nonconference victory over Hampton
Wednesday night.
The loss left the winless Pirates 0-6. Radford improved to 5-3.
For that, the Highlanders can thank Green. He hit his first three
shots, scoring 12 of his 22 points in the first half and gave
Radford a 39-33 lead at halftime. Radford had led 31-13 before
Hampton cut it to six.
Green had help, too. Guard R.J. Price scored 17 points, hitting
five 3-pointers. Ya Ya Anderson made his first shot, a 3-pointer,
and came off the bench to score 10 points.
Three Pirates scored in double figures. Ke'Ron Brown came off
the bench to score 16 points and make eight steals, Deron Powers
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Why One Night Stands Are a Bad Idea
One Night Stand as a Definite Disaster
One night stands have this certain excitement about them. There is this thrill of the chase which would end up in bed, and before you know it the thrill will be over. The chase is not any normal chase, it is about getting someone you hardly know, hooking up at the bar, or getting it on with that online friend you fantasize about. But one night stands can be terrible in many ways, and if you do not have the courage to face these negativities then you should definitely stop thinking about having one. Here are some reasons why your one night stand can be a very bad idea.
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Fear of STDs
First, your one night stand is just a way of enjoying some physical love, and little do we think about the other person we are getting it on with. Moreover, most times we are focusing on doing the deed rather than taking the appropriate steps to keep ourselves safe, and this leads to forgetting the condoms. Well, sexually transmitted diseases are always on the prowl during one night stands.
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You may Regret It
This is especially true for girls and for some certain species of very sensitive guys. Regrets can come pouring into you the following morning. The first question that would strike you is, why? That is a good question, but the answer to this is hidden in your hormones. So at night when you were making nasty love to each other you do not think twice, but try and understand the repercussions the next day.
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Depression may set in
It has been found that people who are involved in one night stands seem to face depression. It has been found commonly that alcoholism and depression are strongly linked with depression. In fact rampant sex can also put your future relationships in jeopardy. This may cause you to get depressed about your relationship status.
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They are Unintentional Most times
Most times it has been found that one night stands are unintentional, thanks to alcohol and drugs. This is most unfortunate, and the very fact is that most times a one night stand is preceded by alcohol and socialising. Later this can have some very serious impact on existing relationships and there can be point of no return.
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Low Self Esteem
There is a feeling of being unwanted once the act of love making is done with. In all honesty the other person does not really want to build a family with you, the job has been done and it is over. So, chances are that he or she will never even look back at you after it is all done. So, this feeling of low self esteem is recurrent in people involving in one night stands.
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The Expectations
If you are unlucky then this could be a problem. The person you have hooked up with for your one night stand can begin to expect a lot. Though, it is understood that this was not the set up that you had planned for, but still, you never really know. So the next morning when all you want to do is get on with your life you may find this person staring at you with dewy eyes. Bad luck there!
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Chances of getting attached
If cupid plays the fool with you then chances are that you may start to develop feelings for this person. What was once just a simple merry making opportunity has now turned into an ugly affair of the heart, and you are trapped. May be it is the person's body that you cannot forget, or the way he or she talked, or just everything about him or her. So, be careful!
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Could become a Habit
There are chances that you get too addictive to one night stands and this is true especially if you are not in a relationship. Such a habit is actually hard to break because there is this thrill attached to it. Also, honestly speaking, its sex, it's good. But then this can go out of hand and your life many get ruined. So you have to draw a fine line.
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You could meet them again
As a rule of thumb, always remember that each person whom you have dated or slept with or has some unfinished silent romance with tend to linger on. This is bound to happen. Therefore, there is every chance that you could meet your one night stands or even fix another one night stand!
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Embarrassment could haunt you
Finally, if you are a first timer then this would definitely haunt you. You will probably not go out of doors for many days, and friends will pour in with their boring advices. So, your decision should be made very carefully and remember only you are to be blamed for yourself.
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The world final is just about to start. I'm looking forward to this!
- 2:41 pm
david you just put that pen away and stop helping joe j off mic to get his calls better.
hes absolutely shocking as a commentator.
nice guy, was a great player.
terrible commentator. cnt tell if anything goes and says sorry more times than "red".
before you go there, saying its not that easy. i know its not easy, but he makes it look impossible.
you and alan apart, es commentators are garbage
- 7:58 pm
Sorry to see one of the great characters of the game, Steven Hendry getting completely stuffed.
Williams and Hendry were true characters but sadly look to be on the wane. Those still in the tournament have about as much charisma as a drunk jakey.
- 8:05 pm
Hope Jamie Jones garottes Carter after his pathetic comments about Trump and his unprecedented hand-clapping of Trumps shot. For a bloke of 32 and an aircraft pilot he acted like a 13 year-old spoiled brat.
- 9:40 pm
Hi David.
Stat Of The Day -
Today, is 1-5-2012. On 1-5-2011, snooker's number 1 commentator, 'Whispering', Ted Lowe, passed away. It is amazing, to think, that exactly one year, to the day, has passed since this happend. Today, is the first anniversary of this.
I am sure the he will be watching the snooker, fro above.
R.I.P. Ted Lowe.
My thoughts, regards, and best wishes, are with his family and friends, today.
Another great day's play, in my view.
Maguire .V. Hendry - First 2 sessinos. Sssion 1 - Maguire started well, to lead 2-0. Hendry missed an easy pink, 3-0. Maguire led 6-0. Hendry, made it 6-1. Maguire, with great stuff, led 7-1.
Session 2 - Maguire won 4 in a row. 11-1. He won 13-2, with a session to spare. Great stuff.
Stevens .V. Day - first 2 sessions - Session 1 - Both stated well. 2-all. Day led 5-2. Stevens reduced this, to 5-3.
Session 2 - With superb play, and Day errors, Stevens won 8 in a row, in this session, 9 in a row, in total, to lead, 11-5, over-night. a whitewash, in favour, of Stevens, in session 2.
Robertson .V. O'Sullivan - Session 1 - Entertaining. Century breaks, from each player, Misses. O'Sullivan should have made it 4-all. Robertson, with O'Sullivan help, won frame 8, on the black, to lead, 5-3, over-night.
Carter .v. Jones - Session 1- Carter led, 2-0 and 4-2. Carter laeds, 5-3, over-night.
I can not wait for tomorrow's play.
- 9:54 pm
What is going on with Trump? I think Neil Robertson slightly over-reacted at the UK, but I could see why he was pissed off. Carter's comments that he is "simple minded" and about inflicting a "mental scar" seem to be slightly more than a bit of banter between rivals.
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The Lady Devils shut out the ALA Lady Eagles in Spanish Fork by the score of 3-0 on Oct. 1. Two days later, Grand traveled to Ephraim, where the Lady Devils lost to the Manti Lady Templars 0-5 on Thursday, Oct. 3.
The Lady Devils have just two more region games scheduled before the Region 15 playoffs begin on Wednesday, Oct. 16.
"The girls are looking good, said head coach Mike Camps. "This week we are going into some more region games and looking to advance as we move into the playoffs."
The Lady Devil junior varsity team claimed two wins last week, defeating ALA by the score of 3-0 and Manti by the score of 1-0.
The Lady Devils were scheduled to play at home against South Summit on Tuesday, Oct. 8 and will travel to Salina to play the North Sevier Lady Wolves on Thursday, Oct. 10.
The Lady Devil soccer team will also play an additional home game this Friday, Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. against Gunnison. That match is a make-up game for the one that was rained out on Sept. 10.
Grand's senior players will be honored at halftime of the Gunnison game on Friday.


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Dolly and Cedar greeted each other in the normal doggie way. At Bow Chika Wow Town, a new indoor dog park located off Airport Road, sniffing, biting and scratching are all socially acceptable, at least for canines.
Bow Chika Wow Town, which inhabits an 8,700-square foot former factory and garage on Pavilion Avenue, was the brainchild of Alisa Paykos-Theurer.
Paykos-Theurer, a Westerly resident, moved back to the States from Japan in 2010 with her husband, Mark, who's in the Navy. It was then that she began wondering why she couldn't find an indoor facility to take her dogs and let them play; everywhere she went required enrollment in some sort of obedience or agility class.
Paykos-Theurer just wanted to let her dogs Cedar and Tigger play. It was especially important for Tigger to get exercise, since hyperthyroidism makes it difficult for her to maintain a healthy weight.
So, after searching and coming up empty, Paykos-Theurer decided to take matters into her own hands. She did some analysis of the business climate in various parts of Rhode Island and concluded Warwick would be a great place to open an indoor doggie park. She worked with Score.org, an online service that mentors entrepreneurs about sound business models. Her own knowledge of community development and public administration helped her plan for the business.
"My family thought I was a little crazy," said Paykos-Theurer, who was a stay-at-home mom at the time.
But in March, after her father passed away, Paykos-Theurer was inspired to ignore her doubts and follow her instinct.
"I became more afraid not to do this than to give it a try and fail," she said.
Paykos-Theurer is leasing the space with help from a partner and a military spouse bank loan. She said getting it off the ground came with challenges, but nothing she didn't expect.
"I assumed there would be challenges, and there were," she said. "But I said, if there's a hoop, let's work through it."
Working through those hoops led Paykos-Theurer to where she is today, putting the finishing touches on her canine space. Bow Chika Wow Town will have its ribbon cutting this Saturday at 11 a.m. Paykos-Theurer said she doesn't offer services like grooming because she wants to partner with other small businesses and entrepreneurs.
"It's much more valuable in the long run than working against everyone already out there," she said.
Paykos-Theurer is busy getting the word out that she is ready for business, which, in addition to providing a place to play, also offers overnights and day care for pooches. She said she's had some overnights already, and people have dropped in to sign up for memberships.
Mike Oullette, a Warwick resident, brought his 8-month-old Dolly on Tuesday to check things out.
"This place is good," he said, explaining he was looking for a new place to take Dolly to play. He said he planned to attend Saturday's event and take things from there.
The fee for a day of play is $8; it's $35 for a 5-day pass and $45 for unlimited days. There is a special area for puppies.
Paykos-Theurer said the space isn't just for winter, when it's cold and snowy; the space is air-conditioned during warmer weather. All dogs are required to be spayed, neutered and vaccinated, another assurance Bow Chika Wow Town offers.
The park currently has four staff members outfitted in white-and-black-striped referee shirts to keep pooches in line. There's also a play area for kids.
Eventually, the park will be divided for small dogs and larger ones. There's also an outdoor run for dogs who are trained to "do their business" outside.
But for those that aren't, there's a central wet-dry vacuum system, which uses a disinfectant spray to prevent germs and stop the smell.
Dolly and her new friends Tigger and Cedar all minded their manners, and there wasn't any need for the wet-vac. In spite of all the doggie props, they were more interested in a single, lime-green tennis ball usually reserved for outdoor play. The dogs didn't seem to notice that there was no grass or clouds and accepted halogen lamps and concrete.
For more info on Bow Chika Wow Town, located at 450 Pavilion Avenue, call 737-2900 or visit www.bowchikawowtown.com.


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Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, custom brass monument at the campus center. At Statue Sculptures we were commissioned to make a custom bronze statue of the TriBeta honor key mounted on a triangular cement base with a bronze commemorative plaque including complete installation at the campus center of Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles for their Beta Beta Beta biological honors society California Chapter. TriBeta is a nationally recognized organization and being affiliated with them carries weight when applying to grad school, a job, or medical school. Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta) is a biological honors society for undergraduate students, dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research.
This custom designed TriBeta Sorority Shield monument consists of a cement base made slightly angled with a plaque commenting the monument with a bronze reading: Beta Beta Beta biological honors society, California Epsilon Delta Chapter charted in the fall of 1999. on top of the cement base we placed the TriBeta? honor key which is a bronze statue (with inlaid metallic black) with the unique Beta Beta Beta three dimensional design. The TriBeta? honor key was made 47 inches tall with the over all impressive height of the monument at 77 inches. The TriBeta honor key monument project took about eight weeks to complete including the design working with Shannon L. Donovan with the Biology Honor Society Loyola Marymount University and our craftsmen to create this unique monument project which is proudly displayed outside the Biology building at campus center. If you are looking for a custom made monument of your specific design inclu8ding the custom made statue, base, plaque and installation we have the professional staff to make it possible.
Beta Beta Beta Biology Horonor Society California Epsilon Delta Chapter Chartered Fall 1999 Biology Honor Society Loyola Marymount University NOTES: Concept: A bronze statue (with inlaid metallic black) in the shape of TriBeta? honor key, placed on a cement base Shannon L. Donovan Loyola Marymount University One LMU Drive, MSB-3226. Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta) is a biological honors society for undergraduate students, dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study. TriBeta is nationally recognized & being affiliated with them carries weight when applying to grad school, a job, or med school *Meet and create relationships with other students in your major/ career path and faculty! Bless the Norwegian people during this difficult tragic time!
National Biological Honor Society Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta) is a society for students, particularly undergraduates, dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research. Since its founding in 1922, more than 200,000 persons have been accepted into lifetime membership, and more than 553 chapters have been established throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. . LOYOLA MARYMOUNT The Beta Stars were on display in Los Angeles on Saturday, November 10, as the Eta Alpha Chapter was of?? cially installed at Loyola Marymount University.
At Statue Sculptures, we were commissioned to design and create a memorial of Werner Fricker for the U.S. Soccer Federation. We used several photographs Mr. Fricker provided by his colleagues and family to create the life-size bust capturing his personality and essence in the finished piece. We were also contracted to install the complete monument located at the U.S. Soccer National Training Center at the Home Depot Center in California including the custom bronze bust, commemorative plaque and cement base completing the project in time for their special presentation. We are very proud to have completed this memorial that will stand for generations honoring his legacy.
One of the most honored sport icons we have had the pleasure of designing, creating and sculpting a memorial for was Mr. Werner Fricker that was president of the U.S. Soccer Federation from 1984 to 1990 and a man regarded as a pioneer of the sport in this country. Werner Fricker served the Game of Soccer at all levels in the United States. Werner Fricker (born January 24, 1936 in Karlsdorf, Yugoslavia; (Banatski Karlovac; died May 30, 2001 in Horsham, Pennsylvania) was a German-American football (soccer) halfback who later became president of the United States Soccer Federation. As a player, he was captain of the United German-Hungarian team from 1958 to 1969, winning the National Amateur Cup with the club in 1965. He also was a member of the U.S. national team.
Werner Fricker was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame, The Concacaf Hall Of Fame and The Philadelphia Old Timers Soccer Hall of Fame. The United German American Committee of the USA also honored him. He was inducted into the USASA Hall of Fame. His leadershipwas a major factor in the Federation's increased vitality and progress, and he was directly responsible forbringing the FIFA World Cup to the United States for the first time in 1994. He had a vision for the U.S. National Teams to be successful and worked tirelessly to bring all members of US Soccer together to serve that goal. Fricker's involvement in soccer continued as an administrator, and he achieved his greatest success in 1988 when, as president of U.S. Soccer, he led the campaign that resulted in the U.S. being awarded the 1994 World Cup tournament. Werner Fricker is a U.S. Soccer pioneer and will be remembered by everyone involved in the sport as we continue to reap the benefits of his leadership across more than 40 years of involvement at the game's highest levels.
The Werner Fricker memorial located at the northeast corner of Mooch Myernick Field at The Home Depot Center was unveiled during the ceremony an hour before the match between U.S. Men's National Team's FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Barbados on Sunday, June 15 2008. U.S. Soccer President Sunil Gulati will unveil the bronze bust memorial and present a commemorative plaque to Werner Fricker's children: Werner Fricker Jr., Marlene Fricker and Janet Malofiy (nee Fricker). The Werner family will also be presented at halftime of the U.S. Men's qualifying match against Barbados. This memorial of Warner Fricker is in special recognition of his guidance, perseverance and dedication in establishing the sport of soccer in the United States.


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For the 13 people who typed these questions into search engines and surfed to my blog
1. Are there chiggers in Kentucky?Yes, Kentucky has chiggers. Lots and lots of them.
2. What is the significance of the painted pigs in Cadiz?The painted pigs in Cadiz (KY) are mascots. They are an amusing and eye-catching curiosity on the sidewalks and lawns of Cadiz, and they are a year-round reminder of the Country Ham Festival -- which is coming up this weekend, by the way.
3. Could you survive without shampoo?Yes, but I don't want to. I am not fond of the naturally oily look.
4. Why do Mennonites have steel wheels on tractors?The Mennonites are concerned that their members might be tempted to use tractors as a motorized form of transportation.The steel wheels limit the tractors to farm use. The Mennonites strengthen ties with each other by avoiding the ownership of motorized transportation. They look to the local Mennonite community first for what they need. Then, if travel beyond the range of a bicycle or horse and buggy is necessary, they hire an automobile.
5. Can shingles cause numbness in the arms?Yes, and the numbness can linger for a long time after the shingle outbreak disappears. I had a mild case of shingles about 15 months ago and the top of my hand is still a little numb!
6. Where is the flower on a dill plant?If you're having trouble seeing your dill flowers, I don't think your dill plants have bloomed yet. The flowers are at the ends of the stems and branches, and there's no way that you would mistake them for leaves.
7. Why do tobacco barns smoke?Tobacco barns smoke because they have a smoldering fire inside them. The smoke flavors and colors the tobacco leaves that are hanging inside the barn. This is the usual and most desirable reason that a barn is smoking. Every now and then a tobacco barn smokes because it has caught fire. This is an unusual and very undesirable reason for the barn to be smoking.
8. How do you make an orange julius?Combine ice cubes, milk, sugar, vanilla, and OJ concentrate in a blender. Blend on high until slushy. Complete directions here: Homemade Orange Julius. They are delicious, but drink them slowly so you don't get a brain freeze.
9. In the 1920s, what were mules used for?Mules did heavy work that we use tractors and other motorized machines for today, such as moving carloads of coal out of mines and pulling plows, freight wagons, and streetcars. People also rode mules. Of course, in the 1920s, all of this was changing because of gasoline engines.
10. Are windmills illegal in Kentucky?No, and I can't imagine why you think they would be. Several of our "non-electric" Mennonite neighbors have windmills. The reason you don't see more windmills around here is that most farmers use electric pumps. Windmills require a much larger initial investment, and of course, if the wind doesn't blow, no water can be pumped.
11. Where can I see interesting old sod houses?I recommend the "Prairie Settlement" exhibit at the Library of Congress. Try looking in the Subject Index for "sod house".
12. What birds eat pyracantha berries?The only birds that have consumed our pyracantha berries with real gusto were the cedar waxwings who visited one winter. Usually, the berries stay on the bushes until they fall off. I would love to have the waxwings come for another visit. I really enjoyed watching them.
13. What big cats are native to Kentucky? Historically, the eastern cougar and the bobcat are natives of Kentucky. Stories of big cat sightings abound, but for reliable information, check the Eastern Cougar Foundations's website.
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I'm sure there's probably a FAQ about this somewhere, so perhaps you could just point me there? I have Girder 5 and a USBUIRT installed, and a Univeral WR7 Remote that allows me to control up to 7 devices. How do I "teach" it to control Windows Media Center on a Windows 7 x64 box? I assume that there must be some way to get the USBUIRT to flash the codes so the remote can pick them up? Is WMC set up to respond or do I throw a switch somewhere? The codes are probably those from the XBOX remote?
Anyway, I'm sure there's some obvious instructions for a beginner on how to do this. Thanks.


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The 35th Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival is in the books, and with it, the Summer sailing season has passed. Belatedly, I am turning to the always-overdue tasks of varnishing. I am out of what my dockmate descibes as 'sanding juice', so the primary path to the requisite patience for scraping, sanding, and refinishing is music.
An iPhone or iPod c'est parfait, but the buds are bad - they don't stay in. I call attention to the headband that solved the problem. It was given to me by friend and colleague, Mitsuharu Nagamori, a remainder of the tokens given to guests at his wedding (which happened long before my trip to Tsukuba last Spring).
Near the end of my visit there, Jan Askhoj (from Denmark, and now in Australia) and I had a memorable dinner with Mitsuharu's family (two headband boys!). Great, traditional food, good company, and the joys of the endless energy of young children.
The headband has been on on my dresser since I returned, and it struck me as the useful thing to hold those pesky earbuds in. Hey, Jan...whatcha doing with yours?
Hi to all my friends in Japan, several of whom are at The Hague for DC-2011 this coming week. Hi to them, too!


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Author Notes: Most Russian beverages are unique and don't have analogues in other cuisines of the world. Believe it or not, but not only vodka is the favorite drink in Russia. Such drinks like Kvass, Sbiten, Vishnevka, Nalivka, Mors, and many others are popular since Ancient times; they were used for better digestion and as remedy for a cold.
Here is a recipe for a delicious drink that is perfect for hot summer days or cold winter evenings.
Serves: 8 to 10
1 cup dried prunes pitted
1 cup dried apricots
2 cups apple slices dried or fresh
1 cup dried cherries (pitted)
11/2 cups dried pears
1 cup fragrant honey
2 Cinnamon sticks
4 Whole cloves
1 Star Anise
2 qt Apple Cider
Juice & peel of 1 lemon (more if needed)
2 cups Madera wine
In This Recipe
- Combine the fruit in a large pot and fill with all of the cider and Madera (dried fruits absorb a lot of liquid). Add the cloves, cinnamon, Star Anise& lemon peel.
- Simmer until the larger pieces are cooked but not falling apart. Strain only the liquid into another pot, discard the spices, and cook until reduced by 1/3rd. Mix-in honey, lemon juice, and then add back the fruits (optional).
- Taste, and add more lemon juice if needed. It should not be too sweet; it's tastier when the fruit taste dominates. Serve warm in cold weather or icy-cold when it's hot. This drink looks beautiful in crystal or clear glass mugs.
- You can top each mug with sparkling water or wine. If desired, use a different variety of fruits and spices. Keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Soda Fountain Recipe
More Great Recipes:
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To understand why Proposition 8, the ballot initiative that banned gay marriage, won in California, watch the campaign's TV commercials at the What Is Prop 8? website. Not only were they well-made, featuring a multi-ethnic cross-section of very normal, quasi-hip, young to middle-age Californians, the commercials were models of serious, rational… READ MORE >
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Ray shows mettle in debut as Tigers rout Astros
DETROIT -- Robbie Ray spent the last six months in the tall, lanky shadow of Doug Fister, the former Tigers starter whose much-scrutinized offseason trade brought Ray into the system. He heard the feedback, some directed at him, some just in general.
"You hear them talking -- not to your face, but you hear them talking," Ray said. "You just have to push it aside, and they have to wait and see."View Full Game Coverage
DETROIT -- Robbie Ray spent the last six months in the tall, lanky shadow of Doug Fister, the former Tigers starter whose much-scrutinized offseason trade brought Ray into the system. He heard the feedback, some directed at him, some just in general.
"You hear them talking -- not to your face, but you hear them talking," Ray said. "You just have to push it aside, and they have to wait and see."View Full Game Coverage
Tuesday was the first chance to see Ray, in his Major League debut. He made it his time, and his performance in the Tigers' 11-4 win brought him fairer comparisons.
Ray's fastball was sneaky, looking harder than 92-93 mph, set up by a changeup that had very similar mechanics. His curveball came around just in time.
Most important, his nerves were tempered. Called up after just five Triple-A starts to fill in for Anibal Sanchez, Ray not only shut down the Houston Astros offense for five-plus innings before finally giving up a run, he looked quite comfortable doing so. He had a steady diet of Tigers runs -- and a season-high 18 hits -- behind, including a four-hit, four-RBI game from Miguel Cabrera, but he had the quick innings to keep sending his team back to the plate for more swings against Brett Oberholtzer.
And as Ray walked off the mound with one out in the sixth, having finally given up a run, he received a standing ovation. It wasn't about the Fister trade at that point. It was about Ray.
"I got the sense before today they didn't know who I was," Ray admitted. "I was glad to have their support tonight."
That ovation was when the emotions hit him. They knew now.
"It was a great feeling," he said. "I started tearing up a little bit. It was my Major League debut."
It was also the Tigers' seventh consecutive win, now the longest current streak in the Majors. It's the first time since its historic 35-5 start in 1984 that Detroit has won seven in a row within the first 28 games of the season.
Three of those victories have come from starting pitchers other than their front three of Sanchez, Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer. Ray wasn't even the Tigers' sixth starter or insurance man when the season began, taking the nod only when his early success vaulted him.
By the time he left, only an Ian Kinsler drop and a Dexter Fowler run kept the 22-year-old left-hander from becoming the first Tiger since Andy Van Hekken in 2002 to deliver five or more shutout innings in his Major League debut.
Van Hekken, a 23-year-old lefty at the time of his promotion, threw a shutout against Cleveland on Sept. 3, 2002, and didn't win another game in his big league career. The Tigers are hoping Ray eventually becomes a fixture in their rotation as soon as next season.
In an ideal scenario, they wouldn't need Ray this year, but they do. They got what they needed, and more. Considering where he stood two batters in, facing runners at the corners and the middle of the order up, Ray gave plenty more.
Part of it was tough luck with Jose Altuve's bloop double leading off the game, the other part self-inflicted with a bad route to first base on Fowler's ground ball. At least a little part, too, might have been the nerves.
Three batters in, Ray was looking for damage control. He got an escape.
"I was just telling myself to calm down, collect myself," he said. "That runner on third was probably going to score. Just get a ground ball, get a double play."
Instead, Ray got back-to-back strikeouts, both Jason Castro and Chris Carter swinging and missing at his fastball. It seemed odd for two veteran hitters against a young pitcher, but there was a reason.
"It's hard to pinpoint," catcher Alex Avila said of Ray's fastball, "and I'll be honest with you -- the first couple innings and in warmups, I had a tough time even following the ball to catch it. It's tough to pick up out of his hand."
Once Jesus Guzman grounded out, Ray could breathe a sigh of relief. The Astros, meanwhile, could groan. Three batters into the bottom half, Cabrera hit a drive to left-center for his third home run of the year, giving the Tigers the lead for good.
"I felt like that was a big inning, especially with a guy making his Major League debut," Astros manager Bo Porter said. "You feel like if you push a couple of runs across there, it's a different ballgame. To his credit, he made quality pitches and was able to get out of hit unscathed and went on to have a good performance."
Ray retired 15 out of 17 batters from his first out of the opening inning to his last out of the fifth, allowing only a George Springer infield single and an L.J. Hoes walk in between. He fanned Castro and Carter again his next turn through the order, this time changing speeds, in a string of 10 outs in a row.
Cabrera's first-inning drive to left-center came one pitch after Torii Hunter was caught stealing at third base. It was a lost run, but Detroit eventually made up for it as part of a long night for Oberholtzer (0-6).
Hunter, Danny Worth and J.D. Martinez padded Detroit's lead with sacrifice flies in the third, fourth and seventh innings. Cabrera's RBI single drove in Kinsler in the seventh before he slashed a double into the gap in left-center to plate two more as part of a five-run eighth.
Cabrera's 12th career four-hit, four-RBI game leads all active players and ranks fourth all time. The three ahead of him are all Hall of Famers: Lou Gehrig (20), Al Simmons and Tigers great Charlie Gehringer (15).
Perhaps, Cabrera will get more. Clearly, the Tigers hoping Ray gets more wins. The game ball he got -- the ball Castro swung and missed on for his first big league strikeout -- is one of a kind. Nothing can compare to it.
"I might give it to my dad," Ray said, "but for right now, I'm keeping it."
Jason Beck is a reporter for MLB.com. Read Beck's Blog and follow him on Twitter @beckjason.


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DuBois scores 13 in third, wins Game 2
ROSSITER — The DuBois Rockets batted around twice and scored 13 runs in the top of the third inning and held off a late Rossiter Miners push to win the second game of the Federation League championship series, 14-9, and take a 2-0 series lead Wednesday night at Shaffer Field in Rossiter.
Rossiter starting pitcher Christian Muth faced the minimum number of hitters through 2 1/3-innings, striking out Brett Sutika for the first out in the third inning. But, things started to go downhill for Rossiter when the next hitter, Tom Hibbert, hit a weak pop fly down the third baseline and it fell in fair territory between three converging Miners.
"We had one bad inning after that play," Rossiter manager Rick Matthews said. "That just seemed to turn the table. It's always one stinking inning."
DuBois went on to score 13 runs on ten hits, one error and three walks by Rossiter pitchers Muth, Matt Conrad and Joe Pisano in the third.
DuBois scored another run in the top of the fourth to push its lead to 14-0.
DuBois starting pitcher Jon Kemmer pitched three no-hit innings for the Rockets, allowing just one walk and striking out one. Houston Fairman relieved Kemmer after the third inning, and Rossiter was able to put some runs up against him, but it just couldn't bounce back from the 14-run deficit.
If there was a bright spot after the disappointing loss for Matthews, though, it was that his players never stopped playing hard.
"I'm just happy we battled back," he said. "We put some subs in, and they really battled back for us. If they'd have kept Kemmer in, it might have been a different story, but we just have to show up tomorrow with our heads on and play some baseball."
Pete Meterko manufactured Rossiter's first run after singling in the fourth inning for the Miners' first hit. Meterko moved to second on a wild pitch, advanced to third on a groundout by Tyler Skerkavich and scored on a second wild pitch by Fairman.
In the fifth, Jason Jacobson took the hill for Rossiter, and he pitched three shutout innings to close out the game.
Rossiter put another two runs on the board in the bottom of the fifth after Muth hit a double over the left fielder's head, and pinch-hitter Austin Furman drove him in with an RBI single.
Furman moved to second on a groundout by Jacob Stumpf and scored on an RBI single by Meterko, bringing the score to 14-3.
Muth doubled again in the sixth, and scored when Furman reached base on an error by the shortstop.
Rossiter scored five runs in the seventh, highlighted by a Matt Gourley solo home run, a two RBI single by Dakota Bish and a two RBI triple by Furman, bringing itself within five runs of the Rockets, but the rally fell short.
"Sometimes you need a game like this to kick yourself into gear," Matthews said. "You need to come back the next day and battle back. We were 12-run ruled one time this year and came out the next game hitting the ball, so hopefully, the guys will learn from this and not just let up and give it away."


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Here's a fun reuse project to do with, or for, kids! You will need:
- Four paper lunch bags
- glue (school glue or glue stick will work, just something sticky)
That's it! That's the basics anyway, you can also have materials on hand for creating a cover if you want like felt or sheets of craft foam or decorative paper or what ever material you want.
So, start with four paper lunch bags:
First, keeping them folded, glue the flap that is the bottom of the bag down.
Then fold the bags so that the bottom is on the outside.
Next, you want to glue the bottom panel of one bag to the top part of another bag, do this with all the bags.
Make sure to cover the bag well with glue, especially along the edges.
And there you have the basic book!
Now you can get fancy and make a cover! The black book is covered with felt and there is a fan of colored foam with sticky backs to make it easy.
Our resident teen artist covered her book with white craft foam then used puffy stickers and paint on it.
They can also be decorated for a holiday and given as gifts or extra fancy cards. (This one is drying after having hearts applied with Mod Podge.)
We were gifted one of these fun little books with prompts on each page to help encourage them to be used.
And since the open end of the bag is facing out they can be used as secret pockets to keep treasures in! How about using one as a recipe book. Recipes can be clipped out of magazines and kept in the pockets while others can be written on the pages. White lunch bags can be used as well. Play with it and make it your own!


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The Employees' Retirement System was established in 1965 as a defined benefit pension plan providing benefits to the employees of Montgomery County and other agencies or political subdivisions who elect to participate. The System is closed to employees hired on or after October 1, 1994, except public safety bargaining unit employees and those employees who elect to participate in the Guaranteed Retirement Income Plan (GRIP). There were 5,513 active members and 6,453 retirees participating in the System as of June 30, 2016.
The County established a Trust for the benefit of the members of the retirement system. The Board of Investment Trustees is responsible for the management of the Trust. In investing the Trust, an appropriate balance must be struck between risk taken and returns sought to ensure the financial wellbeing of the System. The Board of Investment Trustees has adopted investment policies that work to manage the risk to which the System is exposed while maximizing the potential for asset growth.
Useful Employees' Retirement System and GRIP links for Active Members and Retirees are provided below:
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For more information on the status of derelict fishing gear removal from Puget Sound, please visit the Northwest Straits Foundation website at http://www.derelictgear.org
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the Problem?
Derelict fishing gear includes nets, lines, crab and shrimp traps/pots, and other recreational or commercial harvest equipment that has been lost or abandoned in the marine environment. Modern nets and fishing line made of synthetic materials have been in use since the 1940s and take decades, even hundreds of years, to decompose in water. Derelict fishing gear is long-lasting marine debris that poses many problems to people and to marine animals, including:
Unfortunately, Puget Sound is littered with derelict fishing gear. It is estimated that hundreds of tons of derelict gear have collected over time in Puget Sound and the Northwest Straits region, especially the Strait of Juan de Fuca and northern Puget Sound from Everett to the Canadian border.
Being Done?
In 2002, the Northwest Straits Initiative, a program authorized by Congress to protect and restore marine resources in the Northwest Straits, began a comprehensive program to locate and remove harmful derelict fishing gear from Puget Sound. In cooperation with the Department of Fish and Wildlife and other federal and state agencies, it developed removal guidelines, created a database of known derelict gear, established a phone and web-based reporting system and began removing derelict fishing gear, primarily gillnets and crab pots. By mid 2009 the Initiative had removed over 1,200 gillnets and 2,000 crab pots. Trained commercial divers and vessels locate derelict gear with side-scan sonar and camera surveys and then physically remove and dispose of the gear from the waters of Puget Sound and the Northwest Straits.
In July 2009, the Northwest Straits Initiative received $4.6 million federal stimulus grant through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to work full-time to essentially rid Puget Sound of most of the derelict commercial fishing nets that had been accumulating for decades. By the time the project ends in December 2010, over 3,000 additional partial gillnets (average size: 7,000 square feet) will have been removed, restoring many hundreds of acres of habitat and preventing thousands of fish, marine birds, marine mammals and invertebrates from being captured.
A map of cleaned areas, summary of activities and a species list with links to web sites with photos and descriptions of the species encountered in this project can be found on the Northwest Straits website at www.derelictgear.org.
You Can Do
Report derelict fishing gear:
Use the no-fault reporting system to report any derelict gear you encounter:
There are no penalties associated with reporting lost fishing gear.
When you encounter derelict fishing gear:
Stay safely away from it! Do not attempt removal. Recreational divers are strongly cautioned to avoid the gear because of the inherent dangers – divers have died from entanglement in the past.
Record as much information as you can while you're on-site including:
Prevent your own gear from becoming lost:
Fish and boat only in approved areas; know what's below you when fishing to avoid snagging. Properly dispose of all broken lines/gear on shore. Over 12,000 crab pots are lost in Puget Sound each year. Use escape cord on crab pots (go to www.escapecord.org website for more information). Always report lost gear within 48 hours to aid removal efforts.
Agencies and organizations providing assistance and/or funding to the Derelict Fishing Gear Program include: Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative; Marine Resources Committees of Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan, Snohomish, Clallam, Jefferson, and Island counties; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; U.S. Navy; Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife; Washington Department of Natural Resources, Washington Department of Ecology; Puget Sound Partnership; Tulalip Tribes; Stillaguamish Tribe; King County; National Fish and Wildlife Foundation; commercial fishing and diving companies, local ports, and private foundations. Additional support and participation are welcome!
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Adobe has released an update for their Acrobat Reader product on Linux and SPARC Solaris. Adobe Reader 8.1.1 for Solaris and Linux features a new user-interface, improved performance, single document interface mode, and an always-available search toolbar. Adobe Reader 8.1.1 for Linux also features better desktop integration through complying with XDG-UTILS as well as support for Debian (deb) package installation. Some of the other new features include supporting multimedia-enabled PDF documents, new tools, updated review tracker, Orca accessibility support, and new additions to the digital ID feature are among the noteworthy improvements.
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The Carolina Panthers placed the franchise tag on defensive end Julius Peppers on Thursday, setting up a potential nasty showdown with their four-time Pro Bowl defensive end who wants to play elsewhere next season.
The move came moments after the Panthers signed All-Pro left tackle Jordan Gross to a six-year deal worth more than $30 million in the first three seasons. Having locked up Gross, the Panthers then placed the non-exclusive tag on Peppers, who had said he would request a trade under that scenario.
"Julius was expecting to be franchised," Peppers' agent, Carl Carey, wrote in a text message. "We will continue to work toward a resolution that is in line with his professional goals."
Under the non-exclusive franchise tag rules, Carolina offered Peppers a one-year guaranteed deal worth $16.7 million that will immediately count against the salary cap. While Peppers can still solicit offers from other teams, any club signing Peppers would have to surrender two first-round draft picks to Carolina.
In addition to Peppers, among those tagged were cornerback Dunta Robinson of Houston; tight end Bo Scaife of Tennessee; linebacker Leroy Hill of Seattle; and offensive tackle Max Starks of Pittsburgh.
HAYDEN DEAL GIVES COLTS OPTIONSKelvin Hayden's new $43 million deal could finally break things open for his unsigned teammates.
With nearly a dozen more players ready to hit the free-agent market next week, new Colts coach Jim Caldwell acknowledged Thursday that Hayden's five-year deal could have a domino effect on what happens next.
Three-time Pro Bowl center Jeff Saturday would likely be the next target.
SPARANO: MIAMI WON'T USE FRANCHISE TAGCoach Tony Sparano said Miami won't use the franchise tag on a player, which will mean one more hole to fill when free agency begins next week.
Set to become unrestricted free agents next Friday are tackle Vernon Carey, linebacker Channing Crowder, cornerback Andre Goodman and safeties Yeremiah Bell and Renaldo Hill. It's possible not all will depart — the Dolphins are negotiating with several, including Carey.
Sparano met with reporters for 20 minutes Thursday at the NFL Scouting Combine and said the Dolphins won't use the franchise tag.
"No. Nothing to talk about," he said.
CARDS HIRE MODKINS AS Running backs COACHArizona has hired former Kansas City Chiefs assistant Curtis Modkins as running backs coach.
He replaces Maurice Carthon, who was hired as assistant head coach of the Chiefs on Thursday. Carthon followed Todd Haley to Kansas City less than two weeks after the Cardinals' former offensive coordinator was hired as the Chiefs' new head coach.
Modkins was the Chiefs' running backs coach in 2008.
FORMER CARDINAL LINEMAN DIES AT 91Chet Bulger, a top lineman on the last Cardinals team to win the NFL championship, died Thursday. He was 91.
Bulger died from natural causes, said De La Salle Institute, the school in Chicago where he coached and taught for three decades.
Bulger played in the NFL from 1942-50, starting with the Chicago Cardinals and spending his final season with the Detroit Lions.
CORNERBACK ASOMUGHA RE-SIGNS WITH RAIDERSAll-Pro cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha re-signed with Oakland on Thursday, avoiding the franchise tag by agreeing to a three-year contract that's thought to be the richest ever given to a defensive back.
Asomugha, who's heading into his seventh NFL season, is one of the league's elite cover defenders.
News reports cited the value at nearly $30 million for the first two seasons alone.


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LAWRENCE - Sophomore forward Hunter Mickelson is transferring from Arkansas to Kansas, where he will sit out next season and have two years of eligibility remaining.
Mickelson was a target of the Jayhawks coming out of high school, but opted to play for the Razorbacks. The 6-foot-10 forward started 20 of the 31 games he played last season, averaging 5.5 points and 3.5 rebounds while leading the team with 39 blocks.
Kansas coach Bill Self said Friday that "the redshirt year will be great for him. It will give him the opportunity to get stronger, get confidence and get his game to the point where he can be a serious impact player for us the following year."
The Jayhawks lose their two top big men, Jeff Withey and Kevin Young, to graduation this year.


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Pissing Off Users By Changing Terms Of Service Along The Way
from the big-changes dept
Now, obviously, Kodak is doing this to try to increase its revenue and get those who don't bring in much money off the site. Kodak certainly has every right to try to come up with a better business model. But, in changing the terms of what people had already agreed to, and in doing so, threatening to delete their photos and "treasured memories," it seems that Kodak is absolutely killing any level of trust people might have had with the site. There are tons of competitors out there (many of which do still include free options). Kodak may not mind the free users going elsewhere, but breaking that bond seems like a massively dangerous idea. Those "free" customers still can generate some revenue -- but they won't at all if you piss them off by suddenly charging them for what was previously free or deleting their photos.