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|Raiders | Colt Brennan, 21 others released
Sat, 04 Sep 2010 12:15:16 -0700
The Oakland Raiders have released QB Colt Brennan, PK Swayze Waters, CB Joey Thomas, FB Manase Tonga, WR Todd Watkins, WR Shaun Bodiford, S Jerome Boyd, DL Chris Cooper, DE Alex Daniels, DE Greyson Gunheim, DT Kellen Heard, DT William Joseph, FB Luke Lawton, OL Chris Morris, LB David Nixon, LB Slade Norris, TE John Owens, OL Alex Parson, CB Joseph Porter, DE Jay Richardson, TE Eric Butler, and OL Brandon Rodd, reports Raiders.com.
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|Bills | Announce roster moves
Sat, 05 Sep 2009 15:56:23 -0700
Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com, reports the Buffalo Bills have waived OG Kirk Chambers, QB Matt Baker, LB Alvin Bowen, DE Copeland Bryan, TE Tyson DeVree, DE Ataefiok Etukeren, OG Christian Gaddis, RB Bruce Hall, CB Cary Harris, WR C.J. Hawthorne, OT Nick Hennessey, WR Felton Huggins, DT Derrick Jones, DT Corey Mace, LB Ryan Manalac and TE Jonathan Stupar. The Bills have also waived injured OL Brandon Rodd (shoulder).
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|Bills | Rodd injured Thursday
Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:03:26 -0700
CBSSports.com reports Buffalo Bills C Brandon Rodd (undisclosed) left the team's preseason game Thursday, Sept. 3, with a sprained ligament, according to head coach Dick Jauron.
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|Bills | Rodd could land backup center job
Mon, 20 Jul 2009 16:19:24 -0700
Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com, reports Buffalo Bills OL Brandon Rodd could land the backup center job with a consistent preseason. He will be competing mainly with C Marvin Philip for the position.
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|Raiders | Team waives 20 players
Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:34:32 -0700
Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports the Oakland Raiders have waived C Jesse Boone, SS Darrick Brown, DL Derrick Gray, DL Greyson Gunheim, WR Jonathan Holland, FB Luke Lawton, CB Nate Lyles, WR Chris McFoy, P Glenn Pakulak, RB Louis Rankin, FB Marcel Reece, OL Brandon Rodd, CB Nick Sanchez, LB Shane Simmons, TE Darrell Strong, SS Marviel Underwood, CB Michael Waddell, TE Chris Wagner, RB Adimchinobi Echemandu and DL Josh Shaw.
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|Raiders | Rodd signs with team
Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:40:03 -0700
Josh Buchanan, of NFLDraftBible.com, reports the Oakland Raiders signed undrafted rookie free-agent OL Brandon Rodd (Arizona State) to a three-year deal with a $2,500 signing bonus.
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Maier Works the Grace Kelly Angle for Bottega Veneta Fall 2009
Maier Works the Grace Kelly Angle for Bottega Veneta Fall 2009
>> Tomas Maier is ever working the understated, the investment dress angle at Bottega Veneta — and the Grace Kelly twist he took for Fall 2009 seems so right. The gauzy goddess gowns with rectangle-shaped tiers in the skirt were full-on glamour of the best kind; sure to be snapped up for a red-carpet appearance here, an editorial there. But even the simple chocolate nappa leather or mauve velvet strapless dresses resounded — warm tones in a season full of cold blacks and grays. Resisting full-on ladylike, Maier slipped in "sly fetishistic" underwires and seams cupping the breasts into his dresses, and first-hand viewers called the collection "breathtaking" and "dreamy." The only lack of beauty shown? Apparently the pit photographers screamed at the models in Italian, and the "front row was appalled."
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VILLACH, Austria (Reuters) - Germany's Infineon has got the go-ahead from customers to become the world's first chipmaker to produce power chips on large, 300 mm (12 inch) thin wafers, it said.
The larger, thinner wafers mean higher margins as two-and-a-half times as many chips can be made from a single wafer as from the 200 mm wafers currently used for power chips, and less of the raw material silicon is needed, the company said on Tuesday.
Infineon is investing about 255 million euros ($340 million)in the technology at its plants in Villach, Austria and Dresden, Germany - where it plans volume production.
The company, which said last month it believed the cyclical chip market had bottomed out, did not name the customers or give a schedule for ramping up commercial production.
Infineon last month forecast a rise in second-quarter sales and operating profit as carmakers started to restock after running down inventories, although the industry that accounts for almost half of Infineon's sales is still battling a slump.
The power chips to be made in Dresden are used to control electrical current and have a variety of applications from power generation to consumer electronics. ($1 = 0.7490 euros)
(Reporting by Georgina Prodhan; Editing by Helen Massy-Beresford)


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Two Milwaukee men face a long list of charges after police said they kidnapped and robbed a family at gunpoint and raped a woman in the home.
Omar Rivera, 27, and Julio Quiles-Guzman, 23, are charged with armed robbery, false imprisonment, sexual assault and possession of heroin with intent to deliver.
According to the criminal complaint, the men, along with a third unidentified man, entered a home on South Muskego Avenue on June 29.
Police said a man, woman and 4-year-old child were home at the time, and did not know Rivera or Quiles-Guzman.
According to the complaint, the suspects bound the man with duct tape and demanded $40,000. The woman offered to take them to an ATM, but said she could only withdraw $500 per day.
Police said one of the men accompanied the woman to an ATM, while another suspect held the man and child in an upper level of the home.
The complaint states that while the two were returning from the ATM, the man forced the victim to perform oral sex.
Investigators said when they returned to the home, two of the men forced the woman to perform oral and sexual intercourse against her will.
Police believe a third man remained on the upper floor with the man and child and did not participate in the sexual assault.
Investigators said one of the intruders again took the woman to the same ATM at midnight to withdraw more money.
Police allege the men then stole the family's television, Sony PlayStation, video games and cellphones before leaving the home.
Police said they discovered finger and palm prints belonging to Rivera in the home. Rivera reportedly identified Quiles-Guzman as an accomplice along with a third man whom he could identify only as "Chucky."
Items taken from the home were found during searches of Rivera's and Quiles-Guzman's homes.
According to the complaint, Rivera had pleaded guilty to a charge of theft from a person on June 13 and was out on bail awaiting an August sentencing hearing.
WISN 12 News reporter Mike Anderson talked to a neighbor who couldn't believe what happened.
"That's just wrong, inhumane, stupid, ignorant," Rebecca Bailey said. "Oh my God, I don't even know what they're thinking."


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VATICAN CITY (AP) — The revelations of wrongdoing currently rocking the Vatican bank couldn't have come at a worse time for the Swiss-born anti-money laundering expert hired to lead the Holy See's push for greater financial transparency.
Rene Bruelhart was heading to Sun City, South Africa, for the annual meeting of the Egmont Group, a gathering of financial information agencies from 130 countries, when the Vatican announced that its top two bank managers had resigned amid a blossoming financial scandal involving a Vatican accountant.
The two executives were responsible for implementing the Vatican bank's much-touted anti-money laundering efforts, but a preliminary internal investigation showed "clear failings" in the way the accountant's transactions were handled.
Despite the news, the Holy See won coveted membership in the Egmont Group this week, joining a club that aims to share financial information in the global fight against money laundering and terror financing.
For Bruelhart, dubbed the "James Bond of the financial world" by some media, joining Egmont means that the Vatican now is part of a trusted "family" and has more help in combating financial crimes — even if it can't root them out entirely.
"With this membership, we are a credible player in the international and global fight against money laundering and terror finance," Bruelhart said in a telephone interview Thursday from Sun City. "They trust us. That is very important."
The Egmont Group, which was created in 1995, aims to smooth the exchange of information and improve cooperation among its members. Those members are the financial intelligence units of countries' central banks — the departments that collect and investigate reports of suspicious financial transactions.
Bruelhart headed Liechtenstein's financial intelligence unit for eight years, and led the Egmont Group for two before being tapped by the Vatican as a consultant last year. The Holy See eventually named him director of its own financial intelligence unit to oversee all its financial activities. Then-Pope Benedict XVI created the Financial Intelligence Authority, or AIF, in 2010 as part of the Vatican's push to comply with international norms to fight money laundering.
The Vatican's newborn AIF was faulted on several fronts when it was evaluated last year by independent European inspectors, though a follow-up evaluation is scheduled for December.
Bruelhart has said that amended laws and regulations are in the works ahead of the December progress report, and that for now the Holy See was content to have passed the milestone with Egmont. Asked how Egmont could have cleared the Holy See when there are still clearly problems at the bank, Bruelhart stressed the Egmont evaluation criteria was transparent and formal, with on-site visits and evaluations of its legislative framework and regulations.
"No country in the world is 100 percent perfect," he said. "What's important is if something is happening, you have the competent authority and you have the tools and measures to take relevant action."
The Vatican has certainly shown that it is far from perfect.
Last week, Pope Francis named five people to head a commission of inquiry into the Vatican bank, the Institute for Religious Works, or IOR, to get to the root of the problems that have plagued it for decades and mired the Vatican in scandal over the years.
Two days later, a Vatican accountant, Monsignor Nunzio Scarano, was arrested in an alleged plot to smuggle 20 million euros from Switzerland to Italy without declaring it at customs. On Friday, a judge denied Scarano's bid for house arrest and ordered him to remain at Rome's Queen of Heaven prison until a decision is made as to whether to indict him.
Then at the start of this week, the top two managers at the IOR resigned. Their boss, bank president Ernst von Freyberg, had just weeks earlier praised Paolo Cipriani and Massimo Tulli as "truly happy" and helpful collaborators as the bank worked to comply with anti-money-laundering norms.
By Monday, von Freyberg said it was clear that the bank needed new leadership "to increase the pace" of the IOR's transformation — a suggestion that the two managers had in some way held back that transformation.
And by the end of the week, von Freyberg was even more blunt in briefing the bank's board about the Scarano case.
"The internal investigation that I have initiated has proven effective and discovered clear failings," von Freyberg told the board, according to excerpts of his remarks obtained Friday by The Associated Press. "That should serve as a stark reminder of the urgency of improving (the) IOR's processes."
He said the bank was reviewing each of the IOR's 19,000 accounts "and we will systematically identify and eradicate wrongdoing of clients in our institute."
The next step for Bruelhart is to ink a bilateral agreement with Italy to share financial information — a critical step given that the Italians have been the harshest critics of the Vatican's murky financial dealings, convinced that people have used the IOR to shield money from Italian tax authorities. As it is, Italian prosecutors have various investigations under way targeting the Vatican bank and people who may have used it for less than holy ends.
"We've identified the countries which are of relevance and important for us, and amongst them is Italy," Bruelhart said.
One of those Italian investigations formally wrapped up on Friday as prosecutors prepare to request indictments: In 2010, Rome prosecutors placed Cipriani and the IOR's then-president, Ettore Gotti Tedeschi, under investigation for allegedly violating Italy's anti-money-laundering norms with a routine bank transaction involving an IOR account at an Italian bank. Police seized 23 million euros, though it was later ordered released.
Italian news reports said prosecutors would exonerate Gotti Tedeschi, given he had nothing to do with the day-to-day functioning of the bank, but would likely seek indictments against Cipriani and Tulli, though the exact nature of the accusations against them remains unclear.
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- Reviewing and deciding on appeals for the assessment of taxes for wage earners and businesses, excessive water and sewer charges and license and inspection nuisance abatement fees;
- Determining appeals filed for the interest and penalties on delinquent taxes;
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- Hearing petitions resulting from the denial of refunds by the Revenue Department.
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- The Tax Review Board was authorized by Section 3-100(f) of the Home Rule Charter in 1951. A City Council ordinance, approved on 9 September 1953, empowered the creation of the Board and defined its powers. It consists of five members appointed by the Mayor for terms of six years, who are charged with the duty of hearing appeals from the decisions of any City administrative office fixing the amounts of taxes, water or sewer rents, and license fees, or from decisions of the Revenue Commissioner concerning refunds of such monies or the denial or compromising of claims for them. At least one member must be an accountant and one a lawyer. None of the members can be an officer or an employee of the legislative or executive branch of the Philadelphia government or of any governmental agency which receives an appropriation from the City. Under the Mayor's Executive Order 4-95, signed on 1 September 1995, the Tax Review Board was placed under the jurisdiction of the newly-created Office of Administrative Review in the Office of the Director of Finance.
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NEW YORK --Police are investigating the death of a 5-month-old boy who was left in the care of his mother's boyfriend in the Bronx.
Police say the baby's 24-year-old mother returned home just after 2 p.m. Wednesday and found little Jacob Agusto on a bed unresponsive.
The baby was taken to Jacobi Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The Medical Examiner is to determine the cause of death.
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[Updated 7/1/2011 – For information on how to start a club or connect with one of your own, please visit this dedicated blog post.
Badges to promote your BSC can now be found directly on site. Download them here.]
Several members have expressed the wish to meet with other sewing enthusiasts near them. So we thought it would be great to help initiate BurdaStyle Sewing Clubs!
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BSCs are centered around each group's unique schedules, and can meet weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. The clubs are simply a way to bring our online community offline and, like our website, is intended to be versatile for a wide range of interests and lives. They promote our open-source philosophy: the idea that information ought to be shared freely among anyone interested in learning. The BurdaStyle Team is on hand to offer advice regarding meeting ideas, venue options and promotional help.
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Jurors deliberated about two hours Thursday afternoon before deciding that Alejandro Baez-Garcia was guilty of first-degree murder in the January 2011 shooting death of Juan Castillo in Lakeland.
BARTOW | Jurors deliberated about two hours Thursday afternoon before deciding that Alejandro Baez-Garcia was guilty of first-degree murder in the January 2011 shooting death of Juan Castillo in Lakeland.
Baez-Garcia, 20, showed no reaction as the jury's verdict was read, then sat down and held his hands over his face momentarily.
The same jury of nine men and three women also found him guilty of attempted second-degree murder for shooting Castillo's 11-year-old brother in the lower back, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. Prosecutors had been seeking a conviction for attempted first-degree murder.
Circuit Judge Donald Jacobsen scheduled sentencing for Feb. 1, but the outcome on the primary conviction is already known. Since prosecutors aren't seeking the death penalty, the only remaining option for first-degree murder is life imprisonment without parole.
Jacobsen will have some discretion on the attempted second-degree murder sentence.
In closing arguments to jurors earlier Thursday, Assistant State Attorney Hope Pattey said Baez-Garcia had every intention of killing someone when he pulled out a gun in front of the house where rival gang member Juan Castillo stood in the yard last year.
Pattey said Baez-Garcia later told law enforcement he was trying to only scare Castillo and others in the yard.
"You don't scare someone by taking a gun and aiming it at the back of their head and shooting it," she said in her closing argument to the jury. "That's not scaring someone. That's killing someone."
Castillo, 19, died Jan. 8, 2011, in the front yard of his aunt's home at 1707 W. Parker St. in Lakeland. His younger brother, Jake, then 11, was paralyzed from the waist down when a bullet tore through his lower spine. Both were shot from behind, according to trial testimony.
Prosecutors said Baez-Garcia was riding with friends when he opened the van's sliding door and fired into the yard.
In his testimony Wednesday, Jake, now 12, identified Baez-Garcia as the man he saw in the van the day he was shot and his brother was killed.
Pattey said the boy's testimony was crucial to the state's case.
"Jake is the only one who is looking at that van," she said, adding the others in the yard are running toward the house. She said he testified to what he saw.
"He said, 'This man is the one I saw with the gun, and he picked it up and started firing,'" she said.
Defense lawyers for Baez-Garcia maintained in closing arguments that he was acting in self defense. Assistant Public Defender Katrina Barcellona told jurors that Castillo and others in the yard were gathering rocks and bricks, and Baez-Garcia believed they were going to throw them at the van.
"That's when Alex and everyone else in that van realized 'We have a bigger problem on our hands. They are now armed,'" she said. "The shots were fired in response to a threat, not because there was a plan. It was a split-second decision for Alex to defend himself, his friends and his friend's property."
She said the use of deadly force was justified because of the threat posed by those in the yard.
Barcellona also said if Baez-Garcia is guilty of a crime in this case, it doesn't rise to the level of premeditated murder. She suggested his actions were more in line with the lesser charge of manslaughter.
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BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraqi officials say two attacks in different parts of the country have killed five people and wounded 25.
A police officer says a parked car bomb ripped through a residential area on Wednesday in the town of Musayyib, killing three civilians and wounding 14. The town is located about 60 kilometers (40 miles) south of Baghdad.
Another police officer said a bomb targeted a restaurant in the town of Madain, killing two people and wounding 11. Madain is located about 20 kilometers (14 miles) southeast of the Iraqi capital.
Two health officials confirmed the causality figures. All officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they are not authorized to talk to the media.
Iraqi civilians are frequent targets for insurgents seeking to shake confidence in government efforts to maintain security.


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by Greta Van Susteren Posted in: bipartisan letter, Congresswoman Ileana R, Jon Hammar, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
In Strong Bipartisan Effort To Help Bring Jon Hammar Home, Ros-Lehtinen Leads Letter
Signed By 68 Other Members Of Congress Asking Secretary Clinton and Secretary Napolitano
To Exhaust All Avenues To Bring Jon Home
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL) is leading an overwhelming bipartisan letter to two Cabinet Secretaries signed by 68 other Members of Congress advocating to bring U.S. Marine Jon Hammar home from a Mexican prison. The letter, directed at Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, urges them to exhaust any and all diplomatic means to ensure the well being of this U.S. citizen and Marine veteran.
Said Ros-Lehtinen, "A bipartisan group of my colleagues and I are extremely concerned over the continued incarceration of Jon Hammar in a Mexican jail. Our letter to Secretary Clinton and Secretary Napolitano lets them know that we find this situation unacceptable. The details of Jon's incarceration that the family has relayed to me are outrageous and appalling. This must be settled now and Jon must be allowed to come home immediately."
Full text of letter is below:
December 19, 2012
The Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton The Honorable Janet Napolitano
Secretary of State Secretary Homeland Security
Department of State Department of Homeland Security
Dear Secretary Clinton and Secretary Napolitano:
We, the undersigned Members of Congress, would like to express our concern over the well being of a United States citizen, and Marine combat veteran, Jon M. Hammar, who is unjustly being imprisoned in Centro de Ejecución de Sanciones (CEDES) de Matamoros, Tamaulipas, since his August 13, 2012 arrest. We urge the State Department to use diplomatic means to ensure the well-being of Jon and make every effort, within all applicable rules and regulations, to bring Jon home.
Jon served tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan, was honorably discharged in 2007 and served four more years of inactive reserves subsequent to his discharge. He was diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) – having seen his Marine battalion suffer a large number of casualties in Fallujah and elsewhere – and voluntarily checked himself into a PTSD inpatient facility in August of 2011, graduating from the program in May of this year. Shortly after graduation, Jon and a fellow Marine from the inpatient program purchased an RV and planned a surfing trip from Florida to Costa Rica to help them cope with the stress of PTSD.
Along with his surf boards, Jon brought with him one of his most prized possessions – his great-grandfather's old-fashioned Sears & Roebuck .410 bore shotgun. This is the smallest of the traditional shotgun sizes, used for small game hunting. Jon took all the precautions he believed necessary and honestly sought to fully abide by all laws and regulations regarding transporting his shotgun across the border, including Jon asking the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents for the proper procedures to do so. The CBP agents informed him that he could take his shotgun into Mexico as long as he registered it with the Mexican authorities.
We are extremely concerned over the role Customs and Border Protection has played in this situation. This is not the first time the role of CBP has come into question following the arrest of an American citizen in Mexico. Earlier this year, Jabin Bogan – who was driving a truck containing ammunition – stated that a CBP agent told him to make a U-turn in Mexico, and upon his return through the border, he was arrested on the accusation of smuggling ammunition. While the CBP insists it was not one of their agents who gave Mr. Bogan the bad directions, there can be no disputing its role in the Hammar incident. We would like to know how this could have happened, and why the CBP agents at the border gave Jon what was obviously wrong information.
Jon and his friend trusted that the CBP agents were giving him the correct information, so they crossed into Mexico and attempted to register the shotgun legally. He was arrested immediately while trying to declare the shotgun. Jon was told he was being charged with possession of an assault rifle which is restricted for military use and was taken to CEDES de Matamoros. While there, Jon was initially placed in the general population where he was beaten by the other inmates. His parents immediately began receiving extortion calls from these inmates. They were told that Jon would be killed unless the extortion money was paid. The inmates even forced Jon to speak to his parents on the phone and tell them to pay the money or he would be killed.
Jon's parents contacted the U.S. consulate officials, who arranged for Jon to be removed from the general population. However, he was then isolated in a room where he was shackled to his bed and the wall, in a clear violation of his fundamental human right. This lasted for months, though we have been assured by the State Department that Jon is no longer being chained to his bed or the wall.
This situation is unacceptable. Though the State Department has provided updates on Jon's well-being, it has not provided details on what our government is doing to get him released from prison. We urge the State Department to continue to press the Mexican authorities for a speedy resolution to this extremely unfortunate situation.
This case is of the utmost importance, and we would like these matters resolved as quickly as possible so that Jon can return home to be with his family before Christmas. Jon put his life on the line for our country, and the United States government has a responsibility to him and his family to do everything within its power to bring him home.


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Hotel Antico Panada [quick info] Situated in a 17th century palace, located in the center of Venice, in the heart of dogi's city, near St. Mark Square and Rialto Bridge
Hotel Ca' d'Oro The 3 star Hotel Ca' d'Oro, set in a magnificent Venetian palace is completely renovated and boasts en entrance hall opening directly on to a typical canal.
Hotel Graspo de Ua The hotel is situated in the historic centre, quiet near the famous Rialto's Bridge, immortalised by Shakespeare in the play: "The Merchant of Venice" ...
Hotel Nuova Mestre Hotel in Venice Mestre, 3 stars, recently renovated, located in the Venice mainland a few minutes from the Venice historical centre.
Hotel San Gallo Hotel San Gallo is a small 3 stars hotel completely renovated at only 50m from San Marco's square, located inthe real historic center of Venice.
Hotel Ai Due Fanali Not far from the railway station and from the car parking, the hotel is placed in a typical Venetian court that faces Canal Grande. The hotel is furnished with Venetian furniture from 18th century.
Hotel Antico Moro Hotel being originally an old mansion going back to the early XIXth century restored and near Venice.
Hotel Atlanta Augustus We are centrally located on the residential Island of Lido, just 10 minutes from St. Marks Square.
Hotel Bisanzio The workshop of one of the 16th century's finest sculptors becomes an elegant hotel. 10 minutes from San Marco. Rooms with views!
Hotel Capri Located near Grand Canal and city terminals, Tronchetto and S.Lucia railway station. Quiet atmosphere in the heart of the city, near the Frari's Church, where you can admire Titian's Masterpieces
Hotel Castello Just a stone's throw from Saint Mark's Square and from Rialto, Hotel Castello welcomes guests into a setting inspired by the Venetian tradition.
Hotel Centauro Hotel Centauro: a first class 3 stars hotel, in the very center of Venice, between Rialto and San Marco. All rooms are provided with bathroom, telephone, satellite tv, air conditioned, hairdryer, minibar and safe.
Hotel Columbia 3-star Hotel Columbia invites you to the magnificent setting of the Dolomites to spend a relaxing vacation in Cortina dAmpezzo with the genuine hospitality of a warm and accommodating family-run facility.
Hotel Commercio & Pellegrino It is located behind the Palazzo Ducale and right near the waterbus stops, the most central being the San Zaccaria, which allows guests to reach Hotel with ease from any point...
Hotel Junior Located few kilometres away from one of the most beautiful cities of artistic interest in the world, Venice, only 20 minutes drive from the Casinò, and very close to Jesolo, famous for its multiple attractions.
Hotel Kappa Comfort and simplicity are the perfect synonyms for our hotel, which
is in the centre of Mestre, the ideal place for people who want to get to
Venice quickly and have a warm welcome in a family-run establishment.
Hotel Lilia Located in a quiet and sunny spot within walking distance of the beach, the Hotel Lilia guarantees a pleasant stay to all its guests.
Hotel Locanda Ovidius Completely rebuilt, it offers its guests elegantly furnished rooms, in Venetian eighteenth-century style, and a breakfast room overlooks the Canal Grande and the Rialto Bridge.
Hotel Panoramic [quick info] Looking on the splendid beach of Caorle, it can be considered one of the best equipped and most comfortable hotels in town ...
Hotel Scandinavia Hotel Scandinavia is situated close to St. Mark's square in the heart of the city, absolutely best location for: terminals, shopping, excursions and major cultural attractions. Furnished in '700 venetian style, rooms overlooking S. Maria Formosa square. The traditional hospitality of a family-run hotel.
Hotel Tiepolo Small and elegant, Hotel Tiepolo is an exemplary design hotel in the historic heart of Venice, a few steps away from Saint Mark's Square.
Hotel Torino It is located in the historical Venice, in a 16th century Venetian palace just one minute's walk from St. Mark's Square and the Doges' Palace, the very heart of the city.
Hotel Trieste Mr Luciano Ferrari and his staff are pleased to introduce you in one of the most typical venetian hotels in the Venice area. This hotel is one of most ancient buildings in Mestre Venezia.
Hotel Villa Orio Villa Orio is located in the Lido Island just in front of Venice. It will receive you in its terrace and will savour you the scent of sunset on Lagoon.
Villa Beatrice Villa Beatrice is immersed in a splendid Italian garden in the heart of the Veneto lagoon and just half an hour from the old centre of Venice.
Hotel Ariston The Hotel Ariston is located in the very heart of the Venice area. An elegant, recently renovated hotel, it boasts a peaceful location that is surprisingly easy to reach by car and near to the airport.
Hotel Firenze Hotel Firenze has been run by the Isotta Family for over 35 years. It is located in Assenza di Brenzone, a small village on the eastern shore of Lake Garda.
Hotel La Locanda di Orsaria In a historical building from the sixteenth century near the railway station and the Jewish community, offering the charm of old times together with the best modern comforts.
Hotel Olimpia Situated in the heart of the town in Largo Poste. The hotel is welcoming and tastefully furnished. Confortable lounge and bar for spending the evenings and entertaining your guests.
Hotel Villa Alberti Comfortable and elegant Venetian villa, surrounded by a luxuriant garden, is situated in a quiet site just a few minutes from Venice and Padua and the most prestigious and magnificent villas in the Riviera del Brenta.
Hotel Villa Gaia Completely renewed, Villa Gaia Hotel is placed in a sunny and peaceful position, overviewing the Ampezzo valley. Professionally managed, it will let you appreciate social life and sport activities of Cortina dAmpezzo, along with the pleasantness of a family treatment, for a stay full of comfort and relax.
Ruhl Beach Hotel The Hotel enjoys an idyllic setting directly on the sea and offers the most modern amenities and services...
Albergo Ai Pini The hotel Ai Pini is situated among the patrician walls of an elegant Venetian country house in the green country-side near to Vicenza.
Albergo Cavalli Located at Loreo, near Rovigo. The site offers also information about the Delta Po, excursion and itineraries...
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Albergo Ristorante Elefante A beautiful mansion in the centre of a park and just 3 kms from the motorway exit and the town centre.
Hotel Al Caminetto It is found at the foot of Monte Baldo, the "Garden of Europe", on the Olive Riviera on Lake Garda where guests can enjoy total relax favored by a mild Mediterranean climate.
Hotel Al Pino Verde It is situated in Camposanpiero, only 16 Km from Padua and 33 Km from Venice, easily reacheable from Padova-Est Highway too.
Hotel Ancora A warm welcome and kindly service have been the main qualities which the Gusso family has instilled for over 10 years into the management of their hotel, thereby creating. an atmosphere of harmony and good taste requisite to a first class holiday.
It is located at Caorle near the historic centre.
Hotel Capri It is located at Bardolini on the lake Garda in a excellent position.
Hotel Casa Mia is situated in the green, among the vineyards and olive groves, with a large garden, private park, and swimming-pool.
Hotel Continental It is in a quiet position at Garda, only 200 metres from the town centre and from the beach. It is the ideal place for a comfortable, relaxing holiday.
Located at the village of Garda.
Hotel Cristallo It is situated in the "Valley of Dreams" and located in a wonderfullly peaceful setting is 500 metres from the characteristic and historic centre of Malcesine and mere 70 metres from lake Garda.
Hotel Cristina A drink at the bar
A chat with new friends
A relaxing read
In the comfort of casa nostra. Located at Bardolino.
Hotel Danieli It is sited at Caorle in a peaceful place, and it is provided of all modern comforts.
Hotel Eden On then wonderful "Riviera degli Ulivi" there is a hotel which will render your holiday pleasant and quiet. Located near Torri del Benaco.
Hotel Excelsior It is a 3 stars hotel superior class, situated at Caorle in the west beach in a quiet position just in front of the sea.
Hotel Fenix It is a modern, confortable, quiet hotel located on Cavallino's seaside.
Hotel Flora It is situated in a quiet zone at Garda, only 200 metres from the town centre. Located at the village of Garda.
Hotel Gallimberti Located in Malcontenta, in the venetian mainland, the Hotel gallimberti is very close to the historical center and to the the other artistic cities of Veneto.His restaurant is famous for its dishes of fish.
Hotel Garden Welcome to the Hotel Garden,
one of the most famous in Peschiera del Garda.
Hotel Jadran It is situated just a few kilometres from Venice, on the eastern side of Lido di Jesolo, and only 80 metres from the sea.
Hotel Leon D'Oro Quiet and comfortable the Leon D'Oro hotel is rich in history; it was used for the rest and retirement of the Franciscan fathers.
Hotel Loreley It is directly facing the sea on its own private beach, located in an area that is ideal and quiet for a comfortable and totally relaxing stay.
Hotel Lory Situated in Ficarolo, a little town near Rovigo and a few Km from Ferrara, Bologna, Padova and Verona.
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Hotel Maracaibo It is directly on the sea front in the quietest and greenest area of Jesolo, the Pine Wood.
Hotel Marco Polo Terme Situated in a peaceful position, in the panorama of the Euganean Hills.
It is located at Montegrotto Terme.
Hotel Master Located at Albignasego, a little resorts near Padova...
Hotel Milan Situated close to Rosolina Mare beach, it is a place that is so comfortable and familiar that it will become your favourite holiday retreat.
Hotel Millepini has looked after the health of its guests since 1979. A rich experience to look forward to. Located inside the Italian National Park of the Euganean Hills at Montegrotto Terme.
Hotel Mioni Terme A hotel of long-standing tradition, equipper with every up-to-date comfort, nestly in garden right in the center of Montegrotto Terme ...
Hotel Monaco The hotel is located right in front the railway station and this favourable location offers ours guests several advantages coming from a quick and confortable connection with all and strategic and interesting points of the city.
Hotel Panama It is located on a beutiful beach, along the Jesolo sea-front and in a quiet zone.
Hotel Piccadilly Newly-built hotel, 50 meters from the seashore. Pleasant atmosphere suitable for families.
Hotel restaurant Due Mori Marostica From every window of the hotel restaurant Due Mori one can spy a glimpse of history: the ancient walled town of Marostica, its Great Tower, the Lower and the Upper Castles...
Hotel Righetto It is situated directly on the Adriatic coast, few minutes far from Venice, in a small tourist town amid the green of the many pine trees, surronded by the perfume of the tamarigi flowers.
Hotel Ristorante La Rosina situated above an enchanting knoll leaned out on Valley S. Floriano among the splendid hills that are extended between Marostica and Bassano...
Hotel Riviera It is situated in the pedestrian area, in a central and calm position, only 30 m from the sea.
Hotel Roma On the enchanting Riviera degli Olivi on Lake Garda is a hotel where you can spend a pleasant relaxing holiday.
Located at the village of Garda.
Hotel Roxy Plaza It is situated in the centre of
Soave, near the walls of the Old Castle, surrounded by the hills of the famous Soave wine. It is located near Verona:
Hotel Royal Situated at Caorle in front of the sea, with a private beach, It offers 21 nice rooms with shower and WC, telephone, balcony with sea-view; hotel-bar, lift and parking place are at the guests' disposal.
Hotel San Marco It is located at Bibione in a quiet position, just a few steps from the sea. Set in over 5000 square metres of green space, with swimming pool and hydromassage.
Hotel Santiago Thirty years of experience, a high level of professionalism and, friendly hospitable service are the result of the Carli family's commitment to its guests whose individual requirements are always given top priority.
Hotel Sara The Gusso family have been catering for holiday guests for more than 50 years, offering their own house in Caorle as a reference point for people and families who appreciate peace and quiet, hospitality, courtesy, service and above all, good food.
Hotel Smeraldo The Martin Family is glad to have you as guests at the Hotel Smeraldo situated in the calm pedestrian island in Jesolo Lido.
Ristorante Hotel Villa Goëtzen Situated at a few minutes from Venice and Padua near the Riviera del Brenta.
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The 2nd Annual TowneBank Red Nose Wine Festival is scheduled for Thursday, July 14th! Promising a day of fun, with local bands, wine & beer tastings, and delicious food available for sale from local restaurants. The event will be held on the beautiful waterfront of Marshes' Light in Manteo. Fabulous wines from around the world and produced by North Carolina Wineries will be available for tasting as well as foods from the Outer Banks finest restaurants… and NEW this year, Craft beers and North Carolina Breweries! Live entertainment will be provided by local and regional bands!
The beneficiary of the TowneBank Red Nose Wine Festival will be the Outer Banks Relief Foundation, whose mission is simple: to financially assist those in our community who are faced with debilitating illness or tragedy. Net funds will be expended to help those on the Outer Banks.
This event is only about 10 minutes away from the Nags Head Inn on the waterfront in Manteo.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio — As he lay dying, Gerald Koster's father told his wife that he had done what he could to lead people to Christianity and the salvation he was certain it provided.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As he lay dying, Gerald Koster's father told his wife that he had done what he could to lead people to Christianity and the salvation he was certain it provided.
Koster still remembers his words: I've warned people, so their blood is not on my hands.
At his father's funeral, as he passed by the casket, the 18-year-old Koster made a promise: "I'll warn them too, Dad."
And so began the path that led Koster to follow in the footsteps of his church-pastor father.
He recently celebrated his 70th anniversary in ministry, when he turned 90.
"I've had an exciting journey. I've loved every minute of it," he said.
He expected to spend six months to a year at Orient United Methodist Church in Pickaway County, which was in danger of closing when he arrived. He's now in his 13th year and, in 2013, still preached almost every Sunday.
He sings and tries to incorporate humor in his sermons. And, he said, he's still learning.
"I tell God every day, 'I want to be better today. I want to be more like you than I was yesterday,'" he said.
Church member Sherry Hakes said Koster has helped church members through illnesses, transplants and other difficult times.
"He's brought a lot of healing to that church," she said. "People don't think there are any miracles anymore but, boy, do we have testimony to tell them. But that's through a great shepherd. He's like none other."
When Koster arrived, she said, the church had eight members. It has since grown to as many as 75.
Now, there are about 55 members, said Jean Kessler, a member for decades.
"He really didn't come to stay, but that's what he did," she said. "If he hadn't'a come, we would have lost our church."
Koster received his first license to preach in 1943, when he served as a lay preacher for the United Brethren. He estimates that he has since preached or taught at least 12,000 times and done about 2,000 funerals. He retired — on paper — in 1991.
Judy Andrews started attending Orient United Methodist about 11 years ago. She took her grandchildren, who were ages 8, 10 and 12, and his sense of humor hooked them.
"When you get young boys to want to go to church, that's very strong," she said.
Over the years, Koster has preached in the United Brethren in Christ, Evangelical United Brethren, Baptist and United Methodist denominations, as well as at the Hungarian Reformed Church. He also spent more than 20 years at the Training Institute of Central Ohio, a school for incarcerated boys and men ages 16 to 21.
He's served in a number of Ohio communities, including Pataskala, Corning, Dayton, Grove City, Columbus, Zanesville and Washington Court House.
He's traveled with a mission team to South Africa and on educational tours to Europe and Israel. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, working as a chaplain's assistant in hospitals at Fort Bragg, N.C., and in England, France and Germany.
He's survived a quadruple bypass surgery and gall-bladder surgery that caused gangrene, and the loss of his wife of 62 years, Marjorie Echo, in 2009.
"It's amazing what this man is doing at his age. It's incredible," said Koster's daughter, Candy Weigand, who assists him in his ministry. "This church wouldn't make it if it wasn't for him."
She calls him "Moses Junior."
"A lot of people still need him in their lives," she said. "I know I do."


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INDIANAPOLIS — Crying and shaken by the sight of Kevin Ware writhing on the court, his right leg splintered, Rick Pitino and his Louisville players had no idea how they were going to pull it together with a half still left to play and a Final Four berth on the line.
Ware showed them the way.
"I don't think we could have gathered ourselves — I know I couldn't have — if Kevin didn't say over and over again, 'Just go win the game,' " Pitino said. "I don't think we could have gone in the locker room with a loss after seeing that. We had to gather ourselves. We couldn't lose this game for him.
"We just couldn't."
With Russ Smith, Peyton Siva and Gorgui Dieng leading the way, the Cardinals finally shook off their grief early in the second half, erupting for a 13-2 run that Duke was powerless to answer. The 85-63 victory clinched a second straight trip to the Final Four for the top-seeded Cardinals, who are determined to win it all for Ware, a New York City native who moved to the Atlanta area for high school.
The Cardinals (33-5) will play Wichita State in the national semifinals next Saturday. The ninth-seeded Shockers (30-8) added to their streak of upsets with a 70-66 victory over Ohio State on Saturday night.
As the final seconds ticked down, Ware's best friend on the team, Chane Behanan, put on the guard's No. 5 jersey and stood at the end of the bench, screaming. Cardinals fans chanted "Kevin Ware! Kevin Ware!"
"We talked about it every timeout, 'Get Kevin home,' " Pitino said.
Smith finished with 23 points and earned Most Outstanding Player honors for the Midwest Region. Siva added 16 while Dieng had 14 points and 11 rebounds.
Mason Plumlee had 17 points and 12 rebounds for Duke. But the Blue Devils (30-6) couldn't overcome a poor start by Seth Curry, who scored all 12 of his points in the second half, or their foul trouble.
"I thought we had a chance there, and then, boom," coach Mike Krzyzewski said. "That's what they do to teams. They can boom you."
This was the first time Pitino and Krzyzewski had met in the regional finals since that 1992 classic that ended with Christian Laettner's improbable buzzer-beater, a game now considered one of the best in NCAA tournament history.
This game will be remembered, too, but for a very different — and much more somber — reason.
With 6:33 left in the first half, Ware, who has played a key role in Louisville's 14-game winning streak, jumped to try and block Tyler Thornton's 3-point shot. When he landed, Ware's right leg snapped midway between his ankle and knee, the bone skewing almost at a right angle. Ware dropped to the floor right in front of the Louisville bench and, almost in unison, his teammates turned away in horror. Thornton grimaced, putting his hand to his mouth as he turned around.
"I heard it and then I seen what happened, (the bone) come out," Smith said. "I immediately just, like, fell. I almost didn't feel nothing."
Pitino went to help Ware up and then saw the leg, which broke in two places.
"I literally almost threw up," Pitino said, his voice catching. "Then I just wanted to get a towel to get it over that. But all the players came over and saw it."
Louisville forward Wayne Blackshear fell to the floor and Behanan looked as if he was going to be sick on the court, kneeling on his hands and feet. Luke Hancock patted Ware's chest as doctors worked on the sophomore and Smith walked away, pulling his jersey over his eyes. The arena was silent, and several fans wept and bowed their heads.
Pitino had tears in his eyes as he tried to console his players. Dieng draped an arm around the shoulders of Smith, who repeatedly wiped at his eyes and shook his head.
"It was really hard for me to pull myself together," Smith said. "I didn't ever think in a million years I would ever see something like that. And that it happened, especially, to a guy like Kevin Ware, I was completely devastated."
As the Cardinals (33-5) gathered at halfcourt to try and regroup before play resumed, Pitino called them over to the sideline, saying Ware wanted to talk to them before he left.
"Basically, the bone popped out of the skin. It broke in two spots," Pitino said. "Remember the bone is six inches out of his leg, and all he's yelling is 'Win the game, win the game.' I've never seen anything like that."
Added Siva, "He told us countless times: 'Just go win this game for me. Just go win this game. Don't worry about me, I'm fine. Just go win this game.' I don't know how he did it. I don't know how he got strength to do it, but he told us to go out there and win."
News of the injury dominated social media. Joe Theismann, whose NFL career ended with a horrific broken leg, said on Twitter, "Watching Duke/ Louisville my heart goes out to Kevin Ware."
Pitino wiped away tears as Ware, whom Smith described as the Cardinals' "little brother" was wheeled off the court. He underwent surgery at nearby Methodist Hospital, and Pitino said he, his son Richard and the team's equipment manager planned to visit him later Sunday night and again this morning.
"He'll come back," Pitino said. "We'll get Kevin back as good as new."
But when play resumed, it was clear the Cardinals' minds were elsewhere. They missed four of their next five shots along with two free throws, and were uncharacteristically sloppy. But they regrouped after a timeout, with Smith's finger roll sparking a 12-6 run to finish the half that gave them a 35-32 lead.
Smith picked up where he left off at the start of the second half, making all three free throws after being fouled on a 3-point attempt to give Louisville a 38-32 lead, its largest of the game to that point.
But just as he did against Michigan State, Curry got hot after halftime, making two 3s in the first three minutes. A Plumlee dunk tied the game at 42.
That, however, was all Louisville needed.
Clawing for every rebound, diving on the floor for loose balls and cranking the intensity up even higher on their ferocious defense, the Cardinals were not going to lose.
"We got beat by a better team," Krzyzewski said.
Louisville overcomes Ware's gruesome injury to defeat Duke in Elite Eight
INDIANAPOLIS — Crying and shaken by the sight of Kevin Ware writhing on the court, his right leg splintered, Rick Pitino and his Louisville players had no idea how they were going to pull it together with a half still left to play and a Final Four berth on the line.


text: Dr. King challenges the Negro residents of Eutaw, Alabama to participate in the upcoming SCLC Poor People's Campaign. In this address, he urges the citizens of Eutaw to occupy Washington, D.C. in an effort to press Congress for a redistribution of wealth in America. He urges, "All ye who are tired of segregation and discrimination, come unto us. All ye who are overworked and underpaid, come unto us."


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Rosevawn Porter, 82 - January 18, 2010
Rosavawn Faye Porter, 82, of Denver, CO, formerly of Gothenburg, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at Denver.
Graveside services were held on Tuesday, Jan. 12, at the Gothenburg Cemetery with the Rev. Larry Viter officiating.
Porter was born Dec. 14, 1927, to Ulfert and Sophea (Buesing) Block at Gothenburg. She grew up and attended schools at Gothenburg.
On Oct. 17, 1952, she was united in marriage to Herbert Porter at Brady. She had resided at Gothenburg, Cozad and Denver.
She was preceded in death by: her husband, Herbert Mearl Porter; her parents, Ulfert and Sophea Block.
Survivors include: her son, Randy (Regina) Porter of Denver; a sister, Norma Chittenden of Cozad; brothers-in-laws—Norm (Margaret) Porter of Gothenburg and Robert (Marilyn) Porter of Denver; sister-in-law Paula Rogers of Brady; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Memorials are suggested to the Porter family at: 1800 South Cook St., Denver, CO 80210.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.blase strauser.com. Arrangements have been placed in the care of Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel of Gothenburg.
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AUBURN, Ala. (AP) -- Brandon Cox threw a touchdown pass to Gabe McKenzie with 2:01 remaining and Antonio Coleman returned a fumble for a score moments later Saturday night to give No. 18 Auburn a 23-13 win over Kansas State.
Auburn's offense struggled all night, and Kansas State seemed poised for its 18th straight season-opening win, the first against a ranked opponent on the road. But Auburn finally wore down the Wildcats. Cox -- who spent most of the game on his back or trying to escape pressure -- found McKenzie alone in the left corner of the end zone from the 3 to cap a 57-yard, seven-play drive.
The Wildcats got the ball back but Quentin Groves sacked Josh Freeman, forcing a fumble that Coleman returned 34 yards for a touchdown. Freeman completed 32 of 57 passes for 268 yards and was intercepted twice, including on Kansas State's final possession after Coleman's fumble return. Kansas State players were stunned afterward.
As Auburn fans went wild in a stadium that was nearly all orange, the Wildcats gathered in a tight group in front of their bench and walked off the field in formation. A few thousand fans dressed in purple cheered.
It was a stunning end for K-State. With the Wildcats trailing 6-3 after a first half dominated by defense, Kansas State's Marcus Watts intercepted Cox at the Wildcats 31 on the first play of the third quarter. Freeman directed the offense to the Auburn 21, and it was time for a trick. Freeman took the snap and turned left, tossing a lateral to wide receiver Jordy Nelson on a third-and-6 play.
Nelson heaved the ball deep to Leon Patton, who was all alone in the right side of the end zone for the first touchdown of the game. Kansas State's Brooks Rossman kicked field goals from 20 and 40 yards, but he missed from 47 yards. Auburn freshman Wes Byrum also had field goals of 20 and 31 yards. Auburn only returned one starter on the offensive line, and it showed. Cox was sacked five times -- four times in the first half -- and spent most of the game trying to escape Wildcat defenders coming at him from all directions. Cox was 17-of-30 passing with two interceptions for 229 yards. Kansas State held Auburn to only 62 yards rushing.


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BASF introduced the cotton plant growth regulator Pix almost 30 years ago and it has evolved from simply a compound known to prevent cotton plant rankness to one of the most effective yield enhancing tools in the industry.
Apogee is the newest plant growth regulator from BASF. It's registered on apples to reduce pruning costs by reducing new shot growth, but John Helm, technical service representative for BASF in California, told Central California apple growers recently that the compound that inhibits biosynthesis of gibberellin, resulting in a reduction of cell elongation and less vegetative shoot growth, may have management uses not yet known.
Helm told the Central California Apple Symposium in Stockton, Calif., recently that Apogee could become a production tool for apple producers like Pix is for California cotton growers. Pix evolved from something growers use to control plant height to a product that set more bolls and therefore increased yields.
Apogee has been registered for only a year in California, and its use is not widespread, admitted Helm. It has been used for two to three years on apples elsewhere.
Cotton growers learned the advantages of Pix by adapting it to their management system and Helm encouraged apple producers to do the same thing: "to figure out how it will work in your system. Try it and leave an untreated check" to see how it can effects total orchard management.
In California, Helm said trials are showing that the plant growth regulator is most effective when applied early, at the one- to three-inch new shoot growth stage, in split applications. High vigor trees respond best to split six-ounce applications (about 12 days apart) and low vigor trees in three- to four-ounce split applications.
Helm said Apogee has proven to reduce pruning time by 25 to 45 percent and will reduce hard winter pruning.
It does not control existing fire blight because it is not a bactericide. However, by reducing shoot growth it reduces the amount of young shoot growth, the tissue most susceptible to infection.
Helm said Apogee can accomplish desirable fruit thinning at the same time it improves light penetration. This reduces shading of spurs and improves the red coloring in some varieties. Because it reduces tree wood, it also improves spray coverage.
It also can be applied post-harvest to an early variety like Gala. This will reduce regrowth and retain fruiting branches that would normally be removed by summer pruning.
Helm said the product costs about $40 per acre to apply at the half-pound rate.
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Property Transfers
Feb 14
(Special Warranty Deed) Secretary of Veterans Affairs of Washington D.C. to Paul E. Fox, 210 Brentwood Drive, $80,100.
Gary Sean Delaney and Keisha Whiteker to Bank of Kentucky, 220 Eagle Ridge Drive, 34,550.
Wells Fargo Bank N.A. to Michael T. Lyman and Joyce Lyman, 101 Regency Court, no amount given
Civil Suits:
Oct. 21:
Credit Acceptance Corporation vs. William E. Stetter, default of payment on note
Santander Consumer vs. Peggy Bowman, default of payment on note
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company vs. Porter L. Marksberry, seeking damages due to an auto accident
Oct. 22:
Douglas Lance Clifton vs. Dana Renee Clifton, petition for dissolution of marriage
Oct. 23:
The grand jury, which met March 5, returned indictments against 20 people.
The indictment of a person by a grand jury is an accusation only and that person is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Those indicted were:
• Tracy R. Thompson, 33, theft of identity, speeding, failure to maintain required insurance and license to be in possession.
• Nov. 4
Jessie Bailey Jr., 1970 Sherman Mt. Zion Road, garage, 1,600 square feet, estimated cost $4,000; permit fee, $219.64.
William Adkins, 509 Humes Ridge Road, roof, estimated cost $2,000; permit fee, $107.
Bary Combs, 400 Clarks Creek, garage, 960 square feet, estimated cost $59,000; permit fee, $148.08.
• Nov. 7
Dam Sandoval, 340 Highway 36 East, deck, 320 square feet, estimated cost $2,200; permit fee, $42.76.
• Nov. 12
Oct. 7:
Caitlyn Tenae Smith, 24, Florence, registered nurse, to Jonathan Patrick Shipp, 27, Florence, college professor
Oct. 8:
Brittany Michelle Holland, 25, Dry Ridge, quality control, to Matthew Travis Tanksley, 26, Dry Ridge, assembly tech
Dorothy Jane Steele, 48, Williamstown, sales, to Gregory Wayne Baker, 49, Williamstown, sales
Oct. 10:
Ashley Chantelle Cummins, 32, Dry Ridge, digital coordinator, to Jason Lee O'Nan, 35, Dry Ridge, firefighter
Oct. 11:
Civil Suits
Aug. 22:
JPMorgan Chase Bank vs. Mark D. Thomas and Robin J. Thomas, default of payment on note
Citimortgage, Inc. vs. Darrel Edward Workman, Holly M. Workman, Unknown Spouse of Patricia Workman and Unknown Spouse of Larry Workman, complaint for foreclosure
Aug. 23:
CitiMortgage, Inc. vs. Thomas O. Woods and Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., default of payment on note
Kentucky Housing Corporation vs. Christopher S. Noah, default of payment on note
Property Transfers
Aug. 27:
(Warranty Deed) Shawn J. West and Martha D. West to Christopher J. Henderson and Ashley M. Henderson, Fairview Road property, $276,000
(Sole Ownership-Cash Deed for Kentucky) Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to Randall Neal, lot 20 of Willow Glen Subdivision, $26,500
Aug. 28:
Rosalyn M. Donohue and Robert W. Donohue to Ira C. Gayheart and Barbara Gayheart, lot 61, Section 2 of Brentwood Estates Subdivision, $115,000
• Sept. 4
Wilmer Posadas, 1515 Osborne Drive, deck, 600 square feet, estimated cost $2,000; permit fee, $49.35.
Wilmer Posadas, 1515 Osborne Drive, garage, 800 square feet, estimated cost $4,000; permit fee, $61.83.
• Sept. 5
Elizabeth Cammack, 145 Maple Ridge, garage, 768 square feet, estimated cost $10,000; permit fee, $134.76.
• Sept. 9
O'Rourke Wrecking, 144 Main Street, demo; permit fee $50.
O'Rourke Wrecking, 146 Main Street, demo; permit fee $50.
• Sept. 10
Luke Landrum has spent more time inside a hospital, than many people 10 times his age, but his parents say a heart defect has done little to curb his love of life.
• Aug. 1
Grant County Fiscal Court, 295 Eagle Tunnel Road, retaining wall, estimated cost $91,000; permit fee; no charge.
Grant County Fiscal Court, 1600 Arnolds Creek Road, retaining wall, estimated cost $81,000; permit fee; no charge.
GT Whaley, 460 Falmouth Street, demo, permit fee $50.
• Aug. 6
Majj Holding Company, 700 Violet Road, sign, 15 square feet, estimated cost $1,100; permit fee $44.70.
• Aug. 8
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The ten-year-old was selected from among seven girls whose Quranic talent and skills were assessed by Quran experts of Iran's committee for selecting and dispatching Quran reciters and memorizers to international contests and a number of other Quranic bodies of the country.
Hosseini, who is from Khorasan Razavi province, achieved the highest score among the girls and was named Iran's representative in the upcoming international competition.
It will be the second edition of the Quranic event.
Seventy female Quran memorizers from different countries competed in the first edition of the Shaikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Quran competition for female contestants in Dubai, the UAE, on November 6-18, 2016.
Iran was represented by
Hannaneh Khalafi in last year's edition.


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Mobile Communication to Drive Taiwan Semiconductor Investment
By Clark Tseng, SEMI Taiwan, Industry Research & Statistics
The era of mobile communication has certainly changed the dynamics of the semiconductor industry, especially for fabless companies, foundries, and OSATs. The rising demand for mobile chips seems to gather unstoppable momentum which drives further investment into advanced technologies and manufacturing capacities.
Taiwan sets a good example of riding the tide of mobile demand surge. The leading foundry supplier, TSMC, has announced their plan of tripling 28nm production this year by increasing their capital expenditure to over $9.5 billion in order to fulfill surging mobile chip demand. That alone is expected to drive double digit growth of fab equipment spending in Taiwan this year while SEMI only forecast 2 percent growth worldwide (with some regions showing negative growth). We expect foundries to continue their hefty investment into 2014 with the ramp-up of 20nm production. Foundry capacity is expected to account for 70 percent of overall Taiwan semiconductor capacity by the end of 2014. On the other hand, the Taiwan DRAM industry is expected to see some spending improvement from 2H2013 onward due to product mix change (to mobile DRAM) and node migration albeit no capacity addition plans in the near future. Mobile DRAM has become the savior of DRAM industry thanks again to mobile devices.
The strong demand for mobile chips has also driven related investment into semiconductor packaging and testing services along the supply chain. Major OSAT companies in Taiwan therefore are revising upwards their 2013 capex plans and are pouring more resources into advanced packaging and testing capabilities. Recent financial results from OSAT companies have suggested strong growth is to continue into the second half of 2013 and some manufacturers may expect tight supply of advanced packaging and testing capacity. The expansion plans now focus on bumping, flip chip, wafer-level chip-scale packaging (WL-CSP), and the development of 2.5D/3D IC packaging rather than copper wire bonding capacity which OSATs built up over in recent years. We have also noticed the uptick investment in related mobile chip packaging and testing in areas like CMOS image sensor, small-sized LCD driver ICs, IC substrate for FC CSP, and other advanced packaging form factors.
The momentum of mobile communication shall continue in coming years with the advance of technology nodes and capacity build-up by leading foundries and OSAT suppliers. Taiwan will certainly play a pivotal role in this market going forward. However, the business model between foundries and OSAT could be subject to change with the introduction of 2.5D/3D technologies along with major clients' preferences. In addition, rising capital intensity may also be the major challenge that tier 2 players have to face in near future in considering their investment decisions for advanced technologies.
In the upcoming SEMICON Taiwan 2013 — the premier microelectronics event in Taiwan which will be held on September 4-6 in Taipei — mobile trends will be highlighted in the Executive Summit and technical presentation sessions including IC design summit, MEMS forum, memory system executive forum, as well as SiP Global Summit 2013. More over 110 business and technology sessions will be addressed during the three days. The Executive Summit gathers Dr. Roawen Chen, senior VP of Qualcomm, Dr. Chi-Foon Chan, Co-CEO of Synopsys, Mr. Ajit Manocha, CEO of GlobalFoundries, and Dr. CC Wei, EVP and Co-COO of TSMC to share the trends of design and foundry innovation driven by the new mobile era. Other heavyweight speakers from leading companies such as ASE, GLOBALFOUNDRIES, IBM, Micron, STMicroelectronics, TSMC and Qualcomm will share their updates on cutting-edge technologies. Registration for SEMICON Taiwan 2013 is now open at www.semicontaiwan.org. Register before August 9 to get the program early-bird discount.
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The crust of this pie is more like a shortbread than a typical pie pastry, which means no rolling and no fuss. It's adapted from Alice Medrich's recipe for a mocha tart (aka the kind of pie I typically like: chocolate), and it takes well to this fruit filling.
The crust of this pie is more like a shortbread than a typical pie pastry, which means no rolling and no fuss. It's adapted from Alice Medrich's recipe for a mocha tart (aka the kind of pie I typically like: chocolate), and it takes well to this fruit filling.—Cara Eisenpress
Food52 Review: We have a soft spot for press-in pastry dough, which is a great feature of this blueberry tart. SmallKitchCara has you simply mix the pastry ingredients with a wooden spoon and pat the wet dough into a tart pan – a boon to anyone afraid of rolling pins (ahem, Merrill). But it was the crumble-like topping on this tart that really appealed to us. The crumble sinks down into the blueberries and peaches as they soften, and crisps on top, creating layers of texture. The filling and juices are pure and loose, and timidly sweetened, which we thought complemented the fruit's acidity. Two notes: we lifted the fruit from its juices before adding it to the tart, as we didn't want to make the crust too soggy, and we found that our filled tart needed a little extra cooking time -- about 35 minutes in total. - A&M —The Editors
Serves: 1 pie
For the Crust and the Filling
stick (1/2 cup) butter, melted
cup sugar
teaspoon salt
teaspoon pure vanilla extract
cup flour
cups blueberries, picked over and washed
peaches, diced
juice from 1 lemon
tablespoon sugar
For the Crisp Topping
cup flour
cup rolled oats
cup sugar
pinch of cinnamon
pinch of salt
tablespoons softened butter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Mix together all the ingredients for the crust and press the dough into a fluted pie pan with a removable bottom. Use your fingers to spread the dough evenly, and be sure to press it up the sides. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, until is is just beginning to firm up.
- Toss the fruit with the lemon and sugar and set aside.
- To make the crisp topping, combine the flour, oats, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Work in the butter, using your fingers, until you have a very dry dough that clumps together when you press it.
- When the crust is done baking, spread the fruit evenly in it. Sprinkle the crisp topping over everything, then return to the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes more, just until the crust is brown, the blueberries are slightly melted, and the topping is crisp. Cool slightly before serving with vanilla ice cream.
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One Man's Opinion: Contenders After One MonthPosted by zhayes9 on December 6th, 2010
Zach Hayes is an editor, contributor and bracketologist for Rush the Court.
After engulfing myself in a nightly binge of college basketball over the first month of the season- taking in games from the Big Apple to the Little Apple and from Cancun to Maui- here is one man's evaluation on some of the top teams in the country and where they stand heading into the final weeks of non-conference play:
Duke- It's going to take a near perfect effort to beat Duke this season. Being able to lure Nolan Smith and Kyle Singler back to campus coinciding with a severe down year in the ACC was truly the perfect storm of circumstance. One chance a team may have to dethrone Duke is if they lure Mason Plumlee into two early fouls, keep them in the halfcourt and the Blue Devils become three-happy, but Duke does have five players who can catch fire from deep at any time. Kyrie Irving has surpassed any and all expectations during the first month of the season. His court awareness is reminiscent of a 10-year NBA veteran rather than an 18-year old college freshman. His use of the hesitation dribble, ability to split screens, explode to the basket and display innate court awareness has vaulted Irving to stardom. What makes Duke so lethal is that they have a plethora of options that can explode for 25 points on any given night, just as Plumlee did against Marquette or Singler against Oregon or Irving against Michigan State. There's three potential lottery picks on this team, but selfishness is never an issue and they flow together seamlessly on the court. I have a hard time pointing out exactly where Duke slips up this season; after all, they don't face a currently ranked team the rest of the slate.
Ohio State- Here's the one team I feel would have a good shot at knocking off Duke on a neutral floor right now. They can come close to matching the Blue Devils at every position on the floor if William Buford runs the point. Jared Sullinger has been overrated a bit in the early going. Most of his production has come off easy dunks and layups and I haven't seen an array of post moves quite yet, although I trust that they exist in his arsenal. It's his fellow freshmen that should be receiving more attention. DeShaun Thomas is scoring 13 PPG in just over 17 MPG of play and shooting 56% from the floor. I've also been wildly impressed with the headiness and intelligence of Aaron Craft at the point. He's compiled a near 2/1 assist/turnover ratio in the early going and has done a fantastic job finding shooters Diebler and Lighty off screens or Sullinger in low post position. David Lighty is this team's MVP. He's a lockdown defender and has really improved his outside jumper, while Buford may have the best mid-range game in the Big Ten. One should always anticipate Tom Izzo's team to improve as the season wears on, but the Buckeyes have to be the odds-on favorite to win this conference as of now.
Pittsburgh- I know it's horribly cliché when talking about Pittsburgh, but "tough" is the first word that comes to mind. Jamie Dixon's teams are never outworked and currently lead all of college basketball is offensive rebounding percentage. Pitt seemingly has an assembly line of big men they can trot off the bench to give Gary McGhee, Nasir Robinson and Talib Zanna breathers. Dixon loves to run Ashton Gibbs off screens for open looks and the junior sharpshooter is connecting better than ever, although he still lacks true point guard skills. Although the rotation will eventually be trimmed down, Dixon has the luxury of digging 10-deep into his bench that Big East rivals like Georgetown and Connecticut simply do not have. McGhee is the type of bruiser inside that every team would love to throw out there for 20 MPG. He gives Pitt's offense extra shot opportunities and shuts down opposing big men inside. Pitt doesn't necessarily have the star power of other Final Four contenders, but their toughness and execution as a unit may be enough to carry them to Houston.
Kansas- I think we all need to take a moment to applaud the job Bill Self has done in Lawrence. This program lost two lottery picks and an All-American and have taken maybe one step back. This is a credit to the tremendous depth Self has compiled at Kansas and his staff's ability to develop players. When Josh Selby is eligible on December 18, this team becomes Final Four good. He could be lumped into the same category as Irving, Walker and McCamey come March. I've been wildly impressed with how well the Jayhawks know their roles. The Morris brothers complement each other with Marcus as the inside-outside scoring threat (18.6 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 65% FG, 9/15 from deep) and Markieff perfectly content with doing the dirty work on the boards and in the paint. In and out of Self's doghouse during his tenure at Kansas, Tyshawn Taylor has done a quietly solid job filling in for Selby at the point distributing the basketball. A player who also flies under the radar is Brady Morningstar. Most just view him as a spot-up shooter, but he's a valuable cog for Self ushering the fast break and setting up teammates for open looks.


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The PhpMyLibrary version 2.2.1 has been released to the public. It can be downloaded here (PhpMyLibrary-2.2.1)! or here!
Initial Release of ver 2.2.1
This is the initial working version of 2.2.1 series. Advance search is under development. Basic search has been done. Cataloging module has been replaced totally by the cataloging source code included in the 2.2.1 release. Base code has been laid out. Improvements and bugs fixing ongoing.
Things to be improved that has been discovered in 2.2.1:
1. Tags listing, should include the whole marc consisting of 180+ tags,
current is 60+ (the basics)
2. Advance search. Will be doing some extra-effort in this function because except, union, and difference database functions are not available yet in mysql 4.x, 5.x . This is why this function is still not finish. But the basic search is already working fine. Advance search function is so easy to be coded in using postgresql as database but default webhosting companies use mysql.
3. Improve and/or create serials features.
4. Improve the patron management features.
5. Adapt/Create the barcoding features.
6. Improve the printing outputs.
7. Improve the configuration management, not-to-use the edit the direct php file online.
8. Improve the Borrowing/Circulation management, wherein book and patron/student use barcode enabled id's.Goal has been done. To create a new cataloging interface more easy than previous versions. I'd wanted to fix everything but this will take probably 6 months, This is why i just decided to release what has been done so that you or others may benefit from this new features right away. And perhaps, you or they can code more fast than i am and better improve the code-base for their use.
Anyways this is it. the 2.2.1 current development snapshot.
Version 2.2.1
Download it at
or at
The infos below are the development stages of this snapshot
This lists can be accessed/found in sourceforge.net/projects/phpmylibrary
1450098 cataloging3 done. integrating to webpac -- 2006-03-15 15:17
1448664 cataloging3 done -- 2006-03-13 18:51
1448047 subfield navigation ongoing -- 2006-03-12 11:00
1447092 cant modify config files -- 2006-03-10 21:53
1446913 take strict action to repea/non-repea -- 2006-03-10 14:09
1446901 adding new fields and saving record-ongoing -- 2006-03-10 13:46
1446217 delimitters functions done -- 2006-03-09 20:27
1445281 coding started 03-08-06 09:30 GMT+8 -- 2006-03-08 13:29
1443899 patTemplate added to API -- 2006-03-06 18:01
1443863 binary encoding of marc dropped -- 2006-03-06 16:05
1443862 cataloging3 dobrica explanation -- 2006-03-06 16:02
1442334 development of 2.2.1 ongoing -- 2006-03-03 21:16
1442330 phpmylibrary shows bug in using ie browser -- 2006-03-03 21:11
1442328 directory restructured and installer modified -- 2006-03-03 21:08
This inital version 2.2.1 has been done in almost two weeks. Bugfixing and improvement ongoing.
If you want to use/evaluate the old stable versions visit the site at
Info on 2.x.x series of PhpMyLibrary
2.2.1-x - the current version. this is good for beginners, and non-librarians as it uses point-and-click adding of tags and dilimmiters.
2.1.1-x - good for former CDS/ISIS users because it uses templates named .wkt located at polerio/module/config/worksheets/.
2.0.3-x - the cataloging system for advance users or library professionals because of strict manual USMARC-based encoding.
Thank you for suggesting improvements to the PhpMyLibrary, the open source library automation system.
Polerio T. Babao III
Polerio Inc. 2003
PhpMyLibrary Org. 2001


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Photos & Inspiration for your Carnival Theme
Fun is in the air at a carnival. It's the kind of good time that most any group can get on board with.
If you are looking for a fun, whimsical theme for your bar/ bat mitzvah, wedding, or event, don't be afraid to unleash your inner kid with a carnival reception. This is an especially great idea if you want to have a kid-friendly wedding.
There are practically unlimited possibilities for your food, decor, and entertainment.
Carnivals are nothing if not colorful. The key to pulling this off is to keep everything bright, cheerful, and inventive. Consider all the elements of a carnival. There's games, popcorn, cotton candy, prizes, rides, and entertainers.
Carnival Games & Rentals
If you are going to make it authentic, it makes sense to rent a few rides from a place like C&C Amusements. They've been in the business of providing amusement and casino equipment for over 20 years, and they know how to work with everything from big names to neighborhood events.
Every guy (and plenty of girls) at your event will be lining up to shoot hoops.
A games and entertainment company can provide air hockey, foosball, and ping pong equipment, among others. They can set up a variety of inflatables including moonbounces and even bumper car arenas. They can also provide fun carnival food such as cotton candy, snow cone carts, mini donuts and popcorn.
Circus & Carnival Decor Inspiration
Popcorn Centerpieces
This table centerpiece keeps things chic with florals in a popcorn container. White hydrangeas resemble actual popcorn, and big lollipops are perfect for adding a sense of childhood fun and pops of color. Novelty popcorn containers are available through My Wedding Favors.
Whimsical Carnival Cake
The key to tying it all together is to keep your theme consistent through the more traditional elements of the event.
Carnival & Circus Invitations
This carnival invitation, custom made by Linzi Events, has the style of those pop-up books you loved as a kid.
Carnival Place Cards
Guest seating cards can resemble ticket stubs and incorporate carnival elements like a playful tent.
Balloon Topiary
A balloon topiary is a fun and whimsical decoration – use popcorn for the base to showcase your carnival theme! View more Topiary Ideas
Fun and colorful vintage paper straws add the perfect touch to your cocktails! Available from Koyal Wholesale.
Keep the theme going through your food presentation. These cupcakes look like tubs of buttery popcorn.
Send guests away with tasty treats from a carnival candy bar.
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J.M. Long Foundation supports Safe Medication Administration InitiativeUniversity of Hawaiʻi
Margot Schrire, (808) 956-6774
Director of Communications, University of Hawaii Foundation
Director of Communications, University of Hawaii Foundation
Posted: Jan 19, 2011
At least 1.5 million preventable medication errors occur in the United States of America each year. On average, a hospitalized patient experiences more than one medication error a day. (Institute of Medicine, Report on Preventing Medication Errors, 2006)
HONOLULU – The J.M. Long Foundation has made a $40,000 gift to the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene to support the Safe Medication Administration Initiative. Their gift will support the purchase of five state-of-the-art Simulated Medication System packages. These computerized medication dispensing units prepare students for real life situations by letting them learn in safe, simulated environments. This initiative is a vital component of the curriculum offered within the UH Translational Health Science Simulation Center (UHTHSSC).
"Medication errors related to nursing practice include giving the wrong dose or wrong drug, overlooked allergies, and incorrect administration site," said Mary Boland, dean, School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene. "Because safe administration requires clinical reasoning and decision-making, simulation based learning provides the opportunity to provide education in a safe setting where patient risks are eliminated."
The Safe Medication Administration Initiative will ensure that all graduating nurses in Hawai'i are highly skilled and prepared to provide safe medication administration across health care delivery settings.
Please contact Nadine Little at (808) 956-3659 or email@example.com for information on how you can support the students and faculty at the School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene. You can also make a gift online at www.uhfoundation.org/GivetoNursing.
The University of Hawai'i Foundation, a nonprofit organization, raises private funds to support the University of Hawai'i System. Our mission is to unite our donors' passions with the University of Hawai'i's aspirations to benefit the people of Hawai'i and beyond. We do this by raising private philanthropic support, managing private investments and nurturing donor and alumni relationships. www.uhfoundation.org
The University of Hawai'i at Mānoa serves approximately 20,000 students pursuing more than 225 different degrees. Coming from every Hawaiian island, every state in the nation, and more than 100 countries, UH Mānoa students matriculate in an enriching environment for the global exchange of ideas. http://manoa.hawaii.edu.
The School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene supports the mission of the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa: to provide an innovative, caring and multicultural environment in which faculty, students and staff work together to generate and transmit knowledge, wisdom, and values to promote quality of life and health for present and future generations. To reflect Hawai'i's unique cultural diversity and heritage, the SONDH is committed to increasing Native Hawaiian and other underserved people in all nursing and dental hygiene programs. http://www.nursing.hawaii.edu/
The J.M. Long Foundation - Joseph M. Long, an entrepreneur and co-founder of Longs Drug Stores, created his foundation, The J.M. Long Foundation, in 1966 as a way of giving back to others from whom he received during his lifetime. As Chairman of the Board of Longs Drug Stores, he noted: "In everything we have done I have never forgotten my mother's admonitions about caring for people; caring for those who work with us, caring for those we work for, caring for our fellowman. We go through this life but once. If there is anything we can do, or help that we can give, let us do it now, because we may not pass this way again."


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WASHINGTON – Addressing the aggressive government leak probes that have angered the news media, Attorney General Eric Holder said Wednesday a better balance needs to be struck between press freedom and safeguarding national secrets.
The attorney general has been conducting a series of meetings with news organizations to review how the Justice Department treats the media when the government investigates national security leaks. The department secretly subpoenaed some phone records of The Associated Press without prior notification. It also obtained a search warrant to secretly gather emails of Fox News journalist James Rosen.
In an interview with NBC, Holder said the Justice Department will come up with ways in which notice can be given to the media. The attorney general held out the possibility of involving the judiciary in such cases.
"I'm a little concerned that things have gotten a little out of whack," Holder said. "I think that we can do a better job than we have. We can reform those regulations, reform those guidelines, to better reflect that balance."
The attorney general also spoke out against a legal requirement that arose in the Fox News case.
In addressing the requirement for obtaining a search warrant for Rosen's emails, the government characterized the journalist as a probable co-conspirator of a State Department contractor who was suspected of leaking classified information to Rosen.
Holder said he doesn't like that requirement because it means that Holder is in the position as a government official of branding a journalist as a criminal.
"I'm just not comfortable with that and we're going to change that," he told NBC.
Holder signed off on the search warrant application for the emails of the Fox News journalist.
Holder said that he has no intention of stepping down now and that he still has things that he wants to do and has discussed them with President Barack Obama. He said that once he's finished with those tasks, he and the president will determine when it's time to transition to a new attorney general.


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Qualifier for PSL #1 at Bad Gastein in the books
It seems that the FIS Alpine Snowboard World Cup keeps being exciting as the qualifiers for this season's second parallel slalom staged in Bad Gastein, Austria, once again provided some unexpected results.
Top athletes like reigning 2013 PGS World Champion Isabella Laböck (GER) or PSL World Cup leader Caroline Calvé (CAN) didn't make the cut of the top 16, while riders like Natalia Soboleva (RUS) or Michelle Dekker (NED) earned their first and second World Cup finals appearance respectively.
On the men's side, Italy's top gun Roland Fischnaller is still fighting his mini crisis missing another finals as 41st.
In addition, reigning Olympic Champion Jasey Jay Anderson (CAN), Slovenia's racing aces Zan Kosir and Rok Marguc as well as Anton Unterkofler, who won the World Cup opener in Carezza last December, are forced to watch their rivals racing down the Bucheben slope next to the Stubnerkogel gondola in the knock out rounds.
Those duels will instead feature Lukas Mathies (AUT) once again, who was the fastest qualifier. It seems the young gun from Snowboard Team Austria is on fire with two podium World Cup finishes to this belt already.
In addition, Junior World Champion Stefan Baumeister (GER) secured his first World Cup final in his 13th start and finally underlined his strength on the highest level of international competition.
The race for the Crystal Globe couldn't get any more dramatic.
Watch out for the finals staged at 12:45 CET, live on ORFeins and Eurosport2.


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SETTING: A lake.
(Fisherman 1 and Fisherman 2 cast their lines into the lake. Both look bored and are chewing gum.)
Fisherman 1:Ya reckon' it's gonna rain soon?
Fisherman 2:I don't rightly know, but I sure hope so. I reckon it's been pretty dry lately.
Fisherman 1:I reckon.
(A pause, both look bored. The cow is standing in the background.)
(Fisherman 1 is suddenly surprised and starts to pull back on pole.)
Fisherman 1:I reckon I got myself a fish!
(Both fishermen are very excited.)
Fisherman 2:I reckon I best get the net then!
(Fisherman 2 gets net ready for Fisherman 1.)
Fisherman 1:I reckon it's a whop...
(Fisherman 1 lets voice drop as he pulls a very small fish from the lake. Both fishermen look disappointed. Fisherman 2 measures the fish with the tape measure.)
Fisherman 2:I reckon he's too small. Throw him back.
(Fisherman 1 throws fish into lake. Just as he starts to cast again, Alien 1 and Alien 2 jump from the bushes and gently take Fisherman 1 into the woods where the Alien Leader is waiting.)
(Aliens speak with tinny, mechanical voices.)
Alien 1:We caught something sir!
(Aliens 1 and 2 salute their Leader, who is offstage. They show him the little cut-out of Fisherman 1 attached to their fishing device.)
Alien Leader (offstage, with big booming voice):It's too small. Put it back where you found it.
Alien 2:But sirrrr...
Aliens 1 and 2:Oh alright!
(Aliens take Fisherman 1 and put him back next to Fisherman 2, who is still fishing. Fisherman 1 quickly shakes his head and looks, spellbound, at Fisherman 2.)
Fisherman 2:So, ya reckon it's gonna rain?
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Special tribute to feature Don Cheadle and a performance by Carrie Underwood
The 65th Emmy Awards will pay tribute to the 50th anniversary of two events that changed the face of the TV world during the live telecast on Sunday, Sept. 22, (8 p.m.), on the CBS Television Network.
Six-time Emmy nominee Don Cheadle will present a tribute to television's role in the assassination coverage of President John F. Kennedy on Nov. 22, 1963, and then connect that event to the performance of the Beatles on "The Ed Sullivan Show" merely 80 days later, on Feb. 9, 1964. Both of these historic events are often mentioned together as two of the most significant television moments in history, and the segment on the Emmy telecast will explore the tie between them.
Following Cheadle's presentation, six-time Grammy Award-winning artist Carrie Underwood will honor the music of the era with a special performance.
"To have an opportunity to look back at a time that represented television's finest hour in a program that celebrates so many of this year's achievements is what makes the Emmys special," said Executive Producer Ken Ehrlich. "We are certain that viewers will enjoy this special tribute."
In addition to the previously mentioned events, 1963 marked the first year that more people got their news from television than from newspapers. It was at this time that network newscasts were expanded from 15 minutes to a half hour, and the FCC approved the use of the remote control for home viewing.