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Another explosive gameplay trailer has been released for "Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite," mere days after the story-mode trailer.
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The footage features Chun-Li and Hulk facing Thor and Strider Hiryu, as well as Chris Redfield and Hawkeye, who unleashes his arrow-filled super move against the Odinson. The trailer's highlight, however, comes with Ultron, as we see his robot drones in team-up attacks on Hawkeye, and the villainous android use the Space Stone to confine and pummel the archer.
The franchise's first game in five years, "Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite" is already available for preorder for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Windows PC, and will include single-player Arcade, Training and Mission modes, as well as multi-player content.
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Right on cue
Best Billiards takes a shot at becoming Vegas' most progressive pool hall
By Renée LiButti
What do you get when you cross a state-of-the-art pool hall with an Italian café and an art studio? Answer: Best Billiards.
This unconventional new establishment opened five months ago on the northeast corner of Flamingo and Sandhill roads, less than five miles east of the Strip.
It's not a difficult place to spot. Two large Roman statues flank the entrance. Outside the front door, chairs are lined up in a row – trattoria-style. The window advertises "Espresso," "Cappuccino" and "Paninis" as standard fare, while a signboard promotes daily specials like salmon pasta and carrot soup.
But fear not, pool hall traditionalists. Beer (featuring Peroni) is served…along with fine wines.
"Yes, this is a new idea for Las Vegas," said Ermanno Scalas, who is originally from Sardinia. He dreamed up Best Billiards with his wife Mary. A master artist, Ermanno has a space in the back where he sculpts whenever he's not playing with patrons or conducting lessons on Italy's most beloved games – five-pin (Italiana), nine-pin (goriziana), carambola and boccette.
"We're about sports billiards," he said. "It's a place for the true billiards enthusiast."
Indeed, Best Billiards caters to serious players. There are 12 tables, which were all made by Hermelin, a manufacturer that has been renowned in Italy since 1825. In fact, Ermanno boasted, Best Billiards has the most Hermelin tables of any pool hall in the U.S. Ten of them are even heated. This helps reduce moisture that can severely alter the speed and deflection of the balls.
Automatic scoreboards are found throughout the joint. One table that's used during tournaments has stadium-style seating. Recently, groups from Houston and Santa Clara held events here. Among Best Billiards' clientele are many United States Billiard Association (USBA) members as well as international players from South America and Europe.
Two private pool rooms are located toward the back – one has its own bathroom. These were designed for players who come in to train with coaches. They can also be used for birthday parties.
"We are family-oriented and welcome all skill levels and all ages," said Mary.
There's no smoking. No music blares overhead. Thanks to the vibrant lime green interior, it's neither dark nor dodgy.
"We've noticed that some people are wary. They'll sort of cautiously push the door open and peek in," said Mary. "But once they come inside, they are comfortable and immediately at ease."
At Best Billiards you're sure to have a fun and delicious time. Where else in Las Vegas, can you enjoy professional-caliber pool, sink some exciting shots and then sit down with your opponent to a frothy cappuccino and a plate of pasta? Molto bene!
Best Billiards, located at 3740 E. Flamingo Road, is open seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. Free five-pin lessons are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, call 702-990-0502.
Got game? These five billiards hot spots are perfect for re-enacting scenes from cool pool movies like "The Color of Money." Pretend you're Tom Cruise as Vincent and mutter to a potential Fast Eddie-like opponent, "You want my game? You couldn't deal with my game."
Club Charleston (5740 W. Charleston Blvd.)―Situated on the northwest corner of Upland and Charleston boulevards, this adults-only pool hall offers serious billiards action in a casual atmosphere. The 11 Connelly pool tables with leather drop pockets are spaciously placed. Open 24 hours, there are in-house leagues that compete every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday afternoons. Patrons can also enjoy a wide selection of drinks (featuring the signature "ice cold" beer), watch sports on big-screen TVs, listen to one of 2,000 songs on the internet jukebox or play video poker and darts.
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas―On the third floor of this stylish new resort on the Strip, you'll find an open lounge-like area with three ornate pool tables. They are free to use.
Cue Club (953 E. Sahara Ave.)―Located in the Commercial Center and open 24 hours, this is not only the oldest pool hall in Las Vegas (established in 1964), but it's also the largest with 15,000 square feet of playing area. There are 39 tables featuring 19 regulation tables, one billiards table and one 12-foot snooker table. Tournaments are held regularly and include one free hour of practice time. Nine-ball is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Patrons under the age of 21 are welcome until curfew. In addition to a pro shop, there's a full cocktail bar and a grill, where you can savor a juicy burger.
Mickey's Cues & Brews (7380 S. Eastern Ave.)―Established in 1991 by Michael Gresser, this is a family-operated business. Situated in south Las Vegas about a half a mile from McCarran International Airport, this clean and laid-back pool hall is housed in an 8,000-square-foot building. It boasts five nine-foot Diamond tables, nine nine-foot Brunswick Gold Crown III tables and 10 seven-foot Diamond bar box tables. All of them feature Arimith balls and Simonis felt. There's an in-house league that's sanctioned by the Billiard Congress of America (BCA), and every Wednesday night, you can join the "Handicap Nine-Ball Pool Tournament" at 8 p.m. The cost is $10 to buy in. Open 24 hours, all ages are welcome until curfew. Along with pool, patrons can play video poker, foosball and video games or watch sports on the 60-inch flat-screen TV. Since smoking is allowed, only drinks – beer, wine, soda and fruit juice – are served.
Pool Sharks (3650 S. Decatur Blvd.)―Situated just five minutes west of the Strip and also open 24 hours, this pool hall has been around in some form or another for more than 18 years. There are 27 tables (a mix of seven- and nine-foot lengths). Smoking is allowed here, so there is no food. Patrons must be at least 18 years old. Tournaments are held Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays for a $10 entry fee. BCA Hall of Famers have been known to stop in occasionally for a game.

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CLARK — Jenna Stafford's second grade class at Valley Road School in Clark received a grant from the Clark Education Fund enabling the purchase of terrariums. The students have been studying living organisms in science. Obtaining terrariums for the classroom has allowed the second graders to explore different environments that plants live in, and learn about the needs of plants.
Parents of the students in Stafford's class were given the opportunity to visit the classroom and explore the terrariums with their children. The parents worked with the students to put together each of the ten terrariums. The students took pride in completing their terrariums and exploring those of their classmates.
In the picture above, Mr. Weiland, Amelia Weiland, Emily McCluskey, and Mr. McCluskey plant the seeds in their "Sensory Dome" terrarium. (Photo courtesy of Clark Public Schools)
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The World is my rendition of "The World R:2", a fictional MMORPG featured in the .hack//G.U franchise. There are (have been?) a lot of attempts out there to produce some variation on "The World" but they have either been 2D or just never finished. Also, they were always written for Windows. So this attempt is not only in full 3D, but, is written with Mac OS X in mind. While there's no guarantee that my project will not suffer the same fate as others out there, I would like to stay optimistic that something playable will be released in some form or another.
Client Details
The World is currently being developed on Mac OS X in C++. I am, however, trying to limit dependencies on OS X-only libraries if I were to ever port this onto the Windows platform or onto Linux. The 3D rendering engine is Irrlicht, an open source multiplatform 3D engine that is also written in C++. The audio engine is currently irrKlang, another cross platform library, but not open source.
Aside from the use of those two "major" libraries, everything else being written from scratch – essentially the game engine that lets you do stuff is being written and designed by yours truly.
Server Details
As The World is meant to be an online game, a server is needed and so I'm using RedDwarf as the server backend. It is a Java application that is quite powerful and scalable.
Development Tools
I think someone out there would be interested in knowing what applications I'm using to help me develop the game.
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OK, I seriously need to move to host my own blog. Pain the ass. In the interim, I think I am going to start blogging marking things by project tag. Of course this is going to expose me to the world as a man of great ideas… uh… I mean, another one of those "strategic thinkers" who talk more than they do. But whatever. You all haters can jump on and help me out rather than hatin'.
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JournalistI am an Alabama-based Weird News Reporter who writes about seriously weird stuff, like haunted asylums and Bigfoot. AMA
May 19th 2017 by aldotcom • 35 Questions • 6978 Points
I'm Kelly Kazek (Kay-zick). My title is Weird News Reporter and humor columnist for AL.com. That means I actually get paid to write about things like World's Largest roadside attractions, car-part art, Bigfoot, haunted mental asylums and more. Although my AL.com stories are mostly about Alabama, I also write a lot about the South and I've visited weird sites across the country. I am also the author of 8 books and have a blog at KellyKazek.com. You can follow me on Twitter at @kellykazek.
I was a single mom for 20 years after my Baby Girl's father died, and I remarried in October 2016. Sweetums is a 6-foot-7 Bigfoot enthusiast and we had a Weird Road Trip-themed wedding with a roadside attractions cake.
Proof: Here I am with the Sasquatch statue in my garden.
Ask Me Anything!
UPDATE at 7:20 p.m.: You guys are so good at asking questions. My arm is about to fall off! I will check back some over the weekend and answer some more. Thank you so much.
What are some of the weirdest sites you have visited?
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In Alabama, my favorite is the Lady in the Bay. She's a huge sculpture at Barber's Marina in Elberta. She was commissioned by businessman George Barber, who has a great sense of fun and who also owns Barber Motorsports Park and Museum in Birmingham, where he keeps the world's largest collection of motorcycles. He's also responsible for Alabama's Stonehenge replica, located in the same area. The Lady in the Bay, which I think is currently in dry dock for restoration, is interesting because she is a giant head and knees sticking out of the water. She kinda looks like she's giving birth. You can see her here. Of course, I also love the fictional town of Spectre, an abandoned movie set near Montgomery AL where Tim Burton filmed "Big Fish" and where I got married. As for weirdest, there are so many. For instance, I got to view a collection of item saved from old Bryce Hospital, such as old electric shock machines and straight jackets, and as mentioned below, I saw some tiny teddy bears made of belly button lint last weekend, which was pretty awesome. And also, a portable embalming machine
What's the weirdest thing you've personally witnessed?
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If you mean as in Bigfoot or ghosts, I haven't seen those but I write about people who say they have. As far as roadside attractions, I've seen some seriously weird stuff. Last weekend, I saw tiny teddy bears (about 2 inches) made of belly button lint.
Have you ever gone to visit a local legend with fair certainty that it is a total hoax only to have your mind changed by what you saw? If so, what happened?
Yes. Gravity Hill near Sylacauga. It really does work. Click here to read about it.
As a journalist in Alabama, how did you feel about the portrayal of rural Alabama in the podcast S-Town?
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Although, I hate to admit I haven't listened to all of it, I have heard about it's portrayals. As I wrote below, there is a delicate balance between making fun of the rural south and embracing its quirkiness. I plan to go listen and then I could answer better.
Do you need source material?
I know a gentleman (70 year old lawyer in Memphis) who ran into Bigfoot twice in the late 70s. I had heard about him for a decade, and a few years ago finally got to meet him. He has ZERO belief in anything paranormal or cryptozoological, but was in the Mark Twain National Forest and Bigfoot walked right up to him. Face to face.
Takes him a full hour to tell the story. Of everything I have seen or read about the unknown, this guy was far and away the most believable. I came away 100% convinced...and I tend to be a skeptic.
Ever since I heard his tale, I have felt like someone needs to document this guy.
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Yes. I love that. Email [email protected]
Have you called me yet?
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Hahaha. I will when I need you. And I hope I don't need you!
Do you believe in paranormal?
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I do not believe in ghosts but I believe in the possibility. I suspect if I ever saw one, I'd believe! Same for Bigfoot, etc. I am a journalist who strives for accuracy and truth so in my stories on the subject of legendary creatures or ghosts, I always use the phrase "according to legend."
How did you get this job? What do you think about how the south is portrayed in tv/film? Guessing you've probably seen most of those places irl
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I've been drawn to unusual topics since I became a reporter 31 years ago. Even when I was writing hard news, stories about tornado destruction and murders, I liked to write humor columns about odd trends and stories about quirky and little-known history and roadside attractions. I came to AL.com in 2012 when it launched its new brand focused on digital news. Managers said they wanted a "buzz reporter," someone who wrote about trends. I asked if I could continue my humor column and write about weird stuff like our Stonehenge replica and strange town names and the Wolf Woman of Mobile. My Odd Travels feature was born. At first, I also wrote some news until eventually the feature became so popular that I was writing about Weird Alabama full-time. And the unofficial title is weird news, so I often write about strange headlines such as the founding of a nude church and why men have more belly button lint than women. You know, news you can use… As for the portrayal of the south, I think it's great that we embrace our quirkiness here. We don't hide our eccentrics, we put them right out on the front porch. However, sometimes when people outside the south write about us, it comes across as making fun of us. I strive to always maintain the balance of fun and hope others will too.
You're in Alabama! I wanna know where the gold at! Any insights on the Leprechaun of Mobile???
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hahaha. I would LOVE to meet the Leprechaun of Mobile. Alas, I have missed him. But I have written about the Wolf Woman of Mobile. Click here to read about her. As for gold, here are a couple of pirate stories. People tend to forget we have a coastline.
Who has the weirder job these days -- you, covering weird news, or your colleagues covering Alabama state politics?
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Great question! Here's the difference: They work really really hard to uncover information for the public and then I get to take that info and write silly stuff about it. So... me! Sadly, it's a great time to be a weird news reporter and humorist in Alabama. This column was about Bentley's "parts."
What is the plural of bigfoot?
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Bigfoots, Bigfeets? My fave is the one I came up with: Sasqui.
Hi Kelly, thanks for doing this Ama. I loved "Forgotten Tales of Tennessee", I received it as a gift a few years ago.
Have you ever read Another Roadside Attraction by Tom Robbins? Or American Gods by Neil Gaiman?
Also, do you think you'll write any more books? I'd love to see a "Forgotten Tales of North Carolina"-- we have some pretty cool stuff here, ever been to Asheville?
Edit: Neil Gaiman not Terry Pratchett
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Ooooh! I love getting book recommendations. I will have to read those. Thanks! The majority of my books have been about quirky regional history but one if a collection of humor columns called "Fairly Odd Mother: Musings of a Slightly Off Southern Mom.". I also have written a humor book about being a weird news reporter (working title: "Not Quite Right: Because Not Just Anyone Can Be a Weird News Reporter") that I am shopping for an agent or publisher. I hope something will come of that. And thank you so much for the kind words.
Isn't the Alabama Bigfoot just ole Cletus from down yonder? Big ol'fella, strong as an ox, but a bit slow bless his heart.
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And God love him.
Have you ever investigated the flatwoods monster?
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No, but now I am fascinated and have to write about that. Thanks for putting me onto it.
I imagine it is interesting interviewing the public on these subjects as believers can be SO passionate. What interview that you conducted did you find to be the most persuasive/ gave the most "evidence"?
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The one I did recently abut the Alabama Booger Monster was the most convincing. Or the interviewees seemed to be the most convinced and the most credible. I also often talk to people from MUFON, the Mutual UFO Network, and various paranormal groups. They claim to have seen things and I can't argue. The Fyffe UFO sightings are a great example. The witness was a police chief. And yes I love talking to folks who are passionate about their beliefs.
what's the most terrifying place you've visited?
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I've been to two reportedly haunted asylums. They were scary because of the state of the dilapidated buildings and the fact that they once had many mentally ill patients inside who may have been mistreated at times. They were Bryce Hospital, the old Alabama State Hospital for the Insane, and Searcy Hospital, formerly the Alabama State Hospital for the Colored Insane. Also I was pretty freaked out at Jemison, another once-segregated hospital for the mentally ill that is now abandoned. Note: These are all on private property and are guarded. Do not visit without permission.
Have you ever heard of or covered the supposed underground river under UAB?
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Yes! Kinda like the caves under the Madison County Courthouse in Madison, which is a real thing. I would love to be able to learn more about the underground river. Do you have info?
Just looked it up and can't wait to check it out in detail. Thanks for putting me onto it.
If you see an actual sasquatch, do you intend to kill and study it?
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Omigosh! There is actually a big debate about this. The Gulf Coast Bigfoot Research group said they planned to kill one and people went crazy. It's like PETA for Bigfoot and HE'S NOT EVEN REAL! Lol. I love human beings. We are so crazy!
Do you have any friends or acquaintances in the same profession but in another part of the country? Do you have more activity being in Alabama, or is there other parts of the US that have more paranormal/strange happenings occur?
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Actually, there is plenty of weirdness to go around, especially in Florida. I don't know any other Weird News Reporters. I try to visit lots of places outside of Alabama, as well, and have been to sites in 25 states. Lemp Mansion in St. Louis was my most recent "haunted site." Alabama has a lot of Bigfoot sightings at the moment but I don't know the reason for that.
Thank you for this ama, truly interesting.
Have there been any bigfoot sightings since Mr Strange went to DC?
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hahaha. This is awesome! Big Luther is 6-foot-9 and could easily be mistaken for the big guy. However, my husband Sweeums is 6-foot-7 and he's still in Alabama. He tells me he wants a Bigfoot costume. I tell him he'll get shot. If he puts the life insurance in my name, he can have one.
Have you been to Sloss Furnaces? Sounds like an eerie place. If you were there, can you describe what it felt like?
Yes. It is a very cool place. In the daytime, it's not at all scary. It's so industrial. But it's interesting to think about how much work was done there in the past. If you go to Sloss Fright Furnace in the fall, it will be lots scarier, but still fun.
Do people in different subcultures have similarities? Like UFO people or people really into ghosts (in terms of Age/race/personality)
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Interesting question. From what I have seen, people stick with one interest but within those groups ages, etc, vary widely
No state can compete with Florida in weird news! However, I think Alabama holds its own. I don't actually cover news anymore but I write humorous reactions to weird news, such as naked people riding thru Walmart on a electric scooter. I get the fun job. Perhaps it's just because we have a reporter dedicated to weird news that we see plenty of it in Alabama.
Was it difficult at first to find the line between reporting something weird and maintaining a serious air to the subject matter?
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It is a fine line. When I am writing a story versus a column, in which I can just be silly and say unbelievable stuff, I always write "according to legend." I don't want it to be written as if I support this person's beliefs. Having said that, I try to report what they say as accurately as possible and without sarcasm. Because, you know, they believe.
What is your belief on aliens?
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I never discount the possibility of things that could happen. It's a big universe and what if it weren't the only one? I just say I'll believe in them when I see one.
Have you ever heard of or been to Corpsewood in North GA?
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This one is on my list. I have read about it extensively and am fascinated by the story. I want to go before the ruins are gone. I was born in Georgia (came to Alabama at age 11) and have visited lots of weird sites there like the Georgia Guidestones. Can't wait to go to Corpsewood. If you've been tell me what you think.
Anything weird in the Huntsville area? I'm from Decatur and would love to hear of any weird thing I've possibly missed nearby
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There is so much interesting stuff here in Huntsville. There is the Dead Children's Playground at Maple Hill Cemetery and lots of quirky roadside stuff like the Eggbeater Jesus mosaic.. You should take the Huntsville Ghost Walk. If I think of more, I'll come back.
Yes, and I recently got to go into a Civil War-era tunnel beneath the Malaga Inn. I had to crawl through dirt and then came upon an old cot with the canvas bed in tatters. It was very creepy. My fave was Searcy Hospital in Mt. Vernon nearby.
I was in a doctor's waiting room in Huntsville this morning and saw something that made me laugh. You know you're in the South when you see a "Guns & Ammo" magazine in a waiting room. What's the most Southern thing you've seen?
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That is awesome! I love that. I've written lots about southern phrases and southern mamas. I love this saying I put on a meme for my blog: "I'm southern so if I carry out my threat to slap you into next week, don't worry. I'll bring a casserole." Here are more southern things I have written that are pinned to a board on Pinterest. Just click each link for the story.
What would Bigfoot's dick actually smell like?
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If I ever see one, I'm certainly not gonna smell his nether regions so you're on your own to find the answer.
Hi, Kelly. What was on your roadside attraction cake at your wedding?
It was awesome! Made by Michelle Wilbourn in Athens. It was in the shape of Alabama and included a rocket at Huntsville, a Magic City sign at Bham, a Coon Dog Cemetery sign, a replica of the little church at Spectre and the big shark at Souvenir City in Gulf Shores. Here's a pic.
Have you ever heard of any hauntings at UAB? I work in one of the buildings near the VA hospital and my area definitely has some paranormal activity going on. I'm here at 6 am every day, and I'm in a card access only, fairly small area, and I'll hear doors on my hall opening and closing and hear plastic containers being slammed on the floor, but I'm the only person here and nothing has fallen and there's no mess. I constantly see shadow figures walking in the hallway. I've got a friend who works on a floor below me and he doesn't experience the same things.
Also, did you ever report on the Marie Hilley murder(s) back in the 70s when she was in Anniston?
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I have heard of hauntings at every university in Alabama. There are always legends at colleges. However, I haven't heard credible reports from UAB. Maybe someone reading has and will share. As for Audrey Marie Hilley, what a bizarre case. It fascinates me. I voted her the most notorious person from Calhoun County in this post. Also, check out these other "black widows."
Burritos or cheeseburgers?
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Burritos. Every time.
On a scale of one to ten, what is your deep down honest belief in the majority of the crypto monsters? (you don't have to count Bigfoot because we all know he is real)
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Hahaha. I don't know...when you think of all the things that exist on the depths of the ocean that we haven't discovered...I think most anything is possible. But as a reporter, I need evidence. Bring me some! :)


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Corporal Punishment
Child Teacher
Corporal Punishment
In eastern civilization still there is so much ignorance that many parents prefer their children to be beaten by the teachers at school; the reason being that unless they are beaten they wont take interest in studies and will not grow as a disciplined human beings. In classical civilizations of Greece, Egypt and Rome it was practiced but use of corporal punishment in todays society is a shame.
What Proponents of Corporal Punishment say?
It increase will-power of the child and in later life he/she will be able to survive through any difficulty.
They also claim that it boost physical strength of the child.
Some say that corporal punishment is crucial for maintaining discipline in the school.
Others think that corporal punishment help reform a wrong-doer.
They also say that it readily shows response as the child goes through pain he finds it better to change his/her attitude.
Proponents say that corporal punishment costs nothing to implement.
Major Effects of Corporal Punishment on Child:
If you look through all of the above mentioned justifications of corporal punishment you will see that none of them says about the child himself. All of these justification are only for the benefit of teachers and are shortcut to achieve discipline and rule in the premises.
The first disadvantage is that it lowers self-esteem of the child and he will feel ashamed in front of those who saw him got punished. With lower self-esteem he will never be able to look at the world with his/her head-high.
Corporal punishment is mere violence and teachers are not appointed in schools to spread terror and violence. They are there to upbring a child in the most positive manner. Once a child got slapped he will learn how to slap and will develop enmity for the teacher too.
In todays society where violence is every where teaching how to spread terror is down right folly.
Corporal punishment never teach the child what was wrong and why he/she got punished. It never instill into the child how to avoid inappropriate attitude. The purpose of punishment should be to teach the child that he/she was wrong in any of his behavior and should not do so again.
The child develop hatred and his/her view about the world become negative.
Some parts of the body like face is very sensitive and once beaten at those areas, the child will never forget neither forgive.
A Child's Encounter with a Teacher
Mercy and tendernes defined whom
I saw bitterness and cold in her
If she loved me less
I would have forgotten
But she had no sympathies for others too
Motherly affection I didn't demand
But at least some humanity
But no she got only vanity
Teacher she called herself in the class
A driver she was
Driving us all to hell I think
With no sense at all
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Posted on Wednesday March 9, 2011
Close to 60 people attended Wayfinder Schools's annual dinner on February 17 at the Rockport Opera House, as the school honored long-time volunteers John and Louisa Enright, Gail Nicholson and Linda Leonard for their significant contributions to the school. Also recognized were the school's team of academic volunteers, who donate considerable time each week to helping students with math, science, English Language Arts, individual research projects, time management, post-graduation plans and more.
The night's speakers included Head of School Dorothy Foote, Residential Program Director Joseph Hufnagel, Passages Program Director Martha Kempe, Lead Teacher Carrie Braman, Development Director Michelle Peaco, and students from the Passages and Residential Programs.
The first student to speak was Passages student Jennifer Bodman, who spoke about the program's impact upon on her life as a teen parent seeking her high school diploma. "I was scared," Bodman said when she learned she was pregnant during her junior year of high school. Now on track to graduate this spring, Bodman thanked her teacher, Andrea Itkin, and said, "I couldn't have done it without Wayfinder Schools."
Six Residential Program students then stood to introduce themselves and share what they've learned during their Green Initiative and Social Justice and Diversity classes. As part of these classes, students have been studying the localvore food movement and making changes to the school's culinary program. At the dinner, they presented the results of their research on the meat packing industry, which helped raise student awareness about environmental, economic, health and safety issues. They conducted their own food cost comparisons and made compelling arguments for the purchase of locally grown meat for the school. They also invited those in attendance to get more involved in food issues, and encouraged them to watch the documentary, Food, Inc.
After the student presentations, attendees watched a short but powerful film about The Passages Program. The film featured interviews with several Passages students who spoke about the positive impact the program has had upon their parenting, academic and long term goals.
The final portion of the evening was dedicated to the school's volunteers. Braman spoke about the important role academic tutors play in students' lives, and, along with art teacher Tom Butler, presented each tutor with a certificate and a single red rose.
Hufnagel then spoke about long-time volunteers John and Louisa Enright, who in addition to serving on the school's board of directors, have acted as dedicated tutors in math and science. John served four years active-duty with the Air Force Intelligence Service before the couple moved to Washington, D.C., where they raised two sons. Before retiring and moving to Maine seven years ago, John pursued a long career in information technology and development, working for the both the Northrop-Grumman and Dynamics Research Corporations. The couple now volunteers actively in the Camden community, in between frequent visits to South Carolina to share time with their sons and growing brood of grandchildren.
Peaco then spoke about volunteer Gail Nicholson, who has dedicated countless hours to the school's fundraising efforts, whole simultaneously acting as cheerleader and support person to the school's staff. Peaco said, "She opens her home to us during the auction, she works with us in the evenings to catalogue auction items, and she supports and nurtures the staff." Nicholson, who moved to Maine in 2002 after a long career as Court Curator for the US Supreme Court, is now also working on the school's Dancing with Local Stars committee. "She does all this, Peaco said, because she believes in our school, and our students."
Foote then introduced honoree Linda Leonard, and describing Leonard as a strong businesswoman and mentor. Leonard has served on the school's board of directors, and has been a longtime volunteer and mentor to students. Leonard has had a long and extraordinary career in the design world, and is currently mentoring a former student as he develops a line of jewelry for distribution throughout Maine and beyond. Leonard is extremely passionate about the school, and the students, and has spent significant time making improvements to the school's building and grounds. After receiving her award, Leonard spoke about how much fun she's had working with the school, and how much she enjoys mentoring students. She also thanked others in the audience who have helped her in her efforts to redecorate the school with new furniture, lighting fixtures, window treatments, floors and paint. Hufnagel also acknowledged Leonard's hard work on facilities improvements and said, "I think we have the best furnished alternative school in Maine."
Foote closed the program by acknowledging the students, and thanking them for inspiring the school's alternative approach to education. "You asked for something new, and demanded that we work hard to provide it, so thank you for inspiring this work."


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OverTheHills presents the first article in a series of three about the recent 12th Invest In ME international Conference (IIMEC12) in London.
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There are two things I cannot leave my house without, and it's not my lipstick and mascara, but my wallet and…you guessed it…my cell phone. Although I have never really used my mobile device for formal learning, I learn a lot of things in the informal category using this device. What's the best way to get to my destination, how many calories should I be consuming today, and the list goes on.
I really loved reading about the Flipped classrooms, and the rationale behind Roshan's approach to asking him (the instructor) how to solve a problem last. What a time saver this type of class could be. I hope there's a way for this new approach to students from low income backgrounds too.
In another article I read about Flipped classrooms here, the reporter also highlights some other potential problems we could have if we flip the class without too much thought. Instead of saving time, it could eat up time if the course is not structured well. Also, the emphasis should still remain on learning—using the technology and support of cohorts, and not just as a way to showcase new technology.
I agree with all the benefits of m-learning that Cochrane and Bates list—except the one about bridging the digital divide. When we look around, "everyone" seems to own a cell phone, right? Well, let's not forget that not all cell phones are smart phones, and despite what we say, not everybody owns a phone. So, I think a mobile app should have a regular desktop version for non-mobile users.
Reviewing the Seeds of Empowerment site was a heartwarming experience for me. What a simple concept, and yet so powerful. I also found it equally encouraging to read about Professor Chao and his attempts to reduce the cost of online classes. With these kinds of programs taking wing, it is easier for me to believe that the world is truly opening and the gap between the educational haves and have-nots is reducing.
On the flip side, reading about android tablet made just for school left me disturbed. Education does not have to be drudgery. And, there's nothing wrong in chatting with your classmates while you do homework. It might actually add to the team-building and collaborative experience.
Regardless of the anticipation and excitement surrounding m-learning today, the authors of
"Mobile Usability in Educational Contexts: What have we learnt?" remind us that success with m-learning learning depends on the learner to a great extent.
I can also see how designing m-learning solutions can be challenging because there isn't sufficient research to tell us the preferred mode of use learners are going to employ.
I agree with the authors that screen size is a huge factor in play when it comes to learners using their mobile devices. I, for one, prefer using my tablet or e-reader to the smart phone. I see myself quitting a lot earlier if I have to spend more than 10 minutes reading using my phone. The next generation growing up with these itty bitty devices may not face the problem—just because they got used to it a lot earlier in their lifetimes. Then again, they might come up with yet another category of devices between the tablet and the mobile phone that serves both purposes, and is a lot easier to carry around than a tablet. Read this before you chuckle. J


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Nominations requested for GOMD Stookey, Morey, Kreidl awards
The Glass and Optical Materials Division invites nominations for the Stookey Lecture of Discovery Award,
the George W. Morey Award, and the Norbert J. Kreidl Award for Young Scholars. The deadline for nominations for all three awards is FEBRUARY 22, 2012. Visit the awards page for information on the nomination process for Stookey and Kreidl, and contact John Ballato about how to submit a Morey nomination.
All nominations should be sent electronically to:
Dr. John Ballato
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Professor of Materials Science and Engineering
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From the 1840s to the 1860s, wagons called Prairie Schooners, Covered Wagons, Conestoga Wagons, or the Camels of the Prairies provided the transportation of migrating families, merchants, gold-seekers, and more, across the plains and the mountains of the western United States. This bookend pair is cast in low relief, but it is busy. The artist has managed to include one covered wagon, two pairs of yoked oxen, two people, and the title – "Trecking West". The title honors the American "Trek", a word borrowed from the South African Boers' depiction of their migration in the 1830s to the more northerly territories on the African Continent.
The foundry that made "Trecking West" is more than likely Cincinnati Artistic Wrought Iron Works Co. This company operated from the late 1890s until August of 1995 when as Artistic Wrought Iron it sold off it's remaining stock with an advertisement in the "antiques" classifieds of the Cincinnati Enquirer. It was known for it's quality lamps and other architectural wrought iron items during the 1930s. A lamp from Cincinnati Artistic Wrought Iron Works was appraised by David P. McCarron on the ANTIQUES ROADSHOW in 2010. Click here to reach that appraisal video.
Several Western bookends feature covered wagons. Hubley made at least 2 different versions, one of which is shown below. W.H. Howell's contribution to the genre is documented in the BOOKEND REVUE, Fig. 194, Seecof & Seecof, and in Gerald P. McBride's book, A Collector's Guide to CAST METAL BOOKENDS, on page 108.
Electroformed bronze Covered Wagon bookends signed by Paul Herzel and attributed to Pompeian Bronze can be found on page 48 of BOOKENDS: Objects of Art and Fashion, Seecof & Seecof, 2012.


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Young Enterprise Area Heats
Written by Harriet Severinsen on Mar 30, 2017
Here at Marshfield Bakery we sponsor and support Brimsham Green School with Young Enterprise! Big well done to the team for making it through to the final!
There was a variety of different teams involved from a range of schools, offering many different products or services – but Brimsham Green's trade stand definitely stood out!
Read more about the Young Enterprise project...
Over £10k Raised for Local Children's Hospice…….
Written by Ben White in Charity on Dec 22, 2016
We have been honoured and pleased to support Children's Hospice South West throughout 2016 during their 25th Anniversary year. As well as fundraising and attending some of their events, we also produced a special flapjack completed with the label designed by one of the children at the hospice.
Kate Fisher (Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser at CHSW) said, "Children's Hospice South West was very grateful to have been supported by Marshfield Bakery during…
The IGD Awards 2016
Written by Harriet Severinsen on Oct 20, 2016
Marshfield Bakery has won the prestigious IGD Employability Award, sponsored by Mars UK.
Tuesday, 18th October the company was honoured for its work both in the region and nationally in championing employability initiatives that address employability challenges, by delivering inspirational work experience and skills development opportunities.
Bath Racecourse- Ladies Day!
Written by Bella Caddick in Special Occasions on Aug 23, 2016
On the 20th of August Marshfield Bakery attended Bath Racecourse Ladies Day, despite the rainy forecast we had a great day!
FAB Dinner, Dance and Auction!
Written by Bella Caddick on Jul 18, 2016
On Friday 1st July Marshfield Bakery attended the Frenchay After Burns Dance, Dinner and Auction at Tortworth Court Hotel. A charity Marshfield Bakery work alongside and what a night they put on!
Bath Boules- Match Day!
Written by Harriet Severinsen on Jun 27, 2016
On the 18th of June the Marshfield Bakery team had a great day at the Bath Boules charity event in Bath Queen Square. With several games and lots of great teams we had a great day in the sunshine, despite only winning 2 out of our 6 games!
Complete! The Great Bristol 10K
Written by Harriet Severinsen on May 26, 2016
A big well done to Rosy (NPD) and Harriet (Sales) on completing the Great Bristol 10K that took place on the 15th of May raising money for Cancer Research UK.
Bath Boules- Save the date!
Written by Harriet Severinsen in Charity on May 13, 2016
Bath Boules event takes over Queens Square in Bath between 17th and 19th of June, a great event raising money for local charities and Marshfield Bakery are getting involved!
Challenge Marshfield!
Written by Harriet Severinsen in Charity on Apr 26, 2016
From the great success we had last year with Challenge Rosy, all the team at Marshfield Bakery are getting involved! We have several charity events throughout the summer that different members of the team will be taking part in- stay tuned!
The Business Showcase South West
Written by Harriet Severinsen in Charity on Apr 22, 2016
Come and join our team at the Business Showcase South West on the 17th of May at Ashton Gate. A great opportunity to meet businesses across the region! Get your REE delegate tickets NOW!
Christmas Events at Marshfield Bakery
Written by Jessica Aldom in Charity, Special Occasions on Oct 28, 2015
Join us for mulled wine, mince pies and merriment at MB HQ this Christmas.
The final countdown
Written by Jessica Aldom in Charity on Oct 14, 2015
Five down, one left to go and it's the big one!
A Night at the Races
Written by Jessica Aldom in Special Occasions on Sep 25, 2015
Getting our glad rags on for the Bath Business Awards
A Royal Visit
Written by Jessica Aldom in Special Occasions on Sep 15, 2015
On Thursday 10th September we celebrated the opening of our new extension with the help of HRH The Countess of Wessex GCVO.


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As my pregnancy progresses I have had to refocus, prioritise and look more inside myself to conserve all the energy and strength I have for the people who need it the most: myself, and my little family. I have enjoyed this pregnancy very much, but it has taken its toll on my body. I have SPD and anaemia as well as the usual M.E symptoms, so moving is a bigger challenge than usual.
These could be worrying times, with two little boys to look after and a new baby coming, however I haven't felt worried or disheartened or frustrated at all. I can only put this down to fantastic support from my husband, parents and family and Hypnobirthing. Daily practise of profound relaxation, positive thinking and deep breathing has been huge in enabling me to step back from the stresses and concerns and see them in a more positive light. What I thought would help me prepare for childbirth only has helped me cope with pregnancy and other stresses in life these past few months. With this in mind I want to share what I have learned in the hopes it might benefit others.
I've been unable to attend any classes, but I bought Katherine Graves 'The Hypnobirthing Book' on Kindle, and downloaded a hypnobirthing track on Spotify. The main things to prepare for birth are: practising up breathing; J breathing; listening to the tracks and allowing yourself complete relaxation; and repeating positive birth affirmations.
Up breathing - is the breathing to do in the first stage of labour. It should require minimum muscular effort as the purpose is to relax your body to allow the uterine muscles to work to the best of their ability. It's slow, deep breathing, usually in through the nose and out through the mouth. However, I'm a natural mouth breather, so I find it better to breathe in and out though my mouth. The trick is finding the length of breath that suits you and enables you to be relaxed and comfortable, whilst filling your lungs. During this breathing you should be visualising 'up' images. For example, these could be the sun rising, bubbles floating, or the waves lapping.
J Breath or down breathing- this is for when the cervix is opened and your baby is ready to move down. It is a quick breath in through the nose and a slow breath out through the nose focusing your attention downwards. This is best to practise on the loo, and believe me, it works! The visualisations for these could be flowers opening, or waterfalls.
I want to include some affirmations that I particularly like, it's good to have them close to hand to look at them daily. These ones are specifically for birth, but I can see how powerful it can be in life to repeat positive affirmations to ourselves daily. These are just a few of the statements in the Katherine Graves book I've been reading:
"I move gently forward through my pregnancy and labour with confidence and trust."
"Birthing is a natural process of my body, my mind and my spirit, working in unison with my baby. "
" My mind leads where my body follows. As my mind is so relaxed, confident and calm, so my body is comfortable, relaxed, soft and open, as my baby passes gently, healthily and swiftly into the world. "
" With each breath out, I breathe out tension and stress. "
"With each breath in, I breathe in relaxation and comfort, peace and trust."
"Each surge of my body reminds me that I will soon be holding my baby in my arms. "
My next task is to write these affirmations and others and place them where I can see them in the house. Im 35 weeks now, and the end is in sight. I shall keep you posted on how labour and birth go, and if all my practise has been successful. Motherhood and M.E is not an easy journey, and I'm sure people must think I'm crazy, but kids do give a purpose to life I thought was lost. We're all very excited for this new member of our family, to get to know her little personality and how she'll fit in or change the dynamics of our family.
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H.R. 6081, The Heroes Earnings Assistance and Relief Tax (HEART) Act of 2008, was passed by Congress in May 2008. The HEART Act provides tax benefits and incentives to military personnel. Beginning in January 2009, differential wage payments for retirement plan purposes are now reportable.
A differential wage payment or differential military pay is any employer payment to an individual serving on active duty in the uniformed services for more than 30 days that represents wages the individual would have received if the individual were performing services for the employer.
Differential military pay is reportable for all systems and plans. If you pay differential military pay then beginning in January 2009, you now must report it to the Department of Retirement Systems through your retirement transmittal process.
Joe Jones works for the City and his normal salary is $4,000.00 per month. Joe has been called to active military service. The military pays Joe $3,000.00 per month. The City continues to pay Joe $1,000.00 per month for the difference between his military pay and his salary he would have earned from the City. The City will report $1,000.00 in compensation, the member and employer contributions, and the associated hours using the A code. To determine the associated hours take the total compensation and divide by the total hours to determine the hourly rate. Then take the differential military payment amount and divide by the hourly rate. $4,000.00/160.0 hours in the month = $25.00 $1,000.00/$25.00 = 40 Hours
If you have any questions regarding this DRS Notice, please contact Employer Support Services at (360) 664-7200, option 2, or 1-800-547-6657, option 6, option 2; or email us.
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How to Model Plants in 3DS Max
As part of a 3D scene I am currently working on, I wanted to add some plants. Modeling plants in 3D is an interesting proposition. Obviously, trying to individually model every leaf would be an impossible task, and would make the model far too complex and difficult to render. But just inserting a flat "plant" […]
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So, I played for about 4.5 hours on Saturday. The wife even came with me which was cool and provided some good cover because she went shopping for a little bit then joined me at the casino (wife shops, husband gambles). Anyway….mid way through my session these two guys sit down with one player initially. He was throwing money around being a ploppy even betting the uncountable side bet. His buddy then asks to jump in but it's no midshoe. The count is back and forth but mostly a negative shoe. Next shoe the other guy jumps in. These guys were really bad. The count never gets over a TC of 1. They bust out and get up and leave and as soon as they did the dealer asks the PB to come over and has a conversation with him.
I heard something like "I'm almost 100% sure" and he asks where they went. Well I ask what that was all about and she says…. they are counting cards. Ha! I said wow…. that's illegal, right? How does someone count that many cards anyway? She looks at me and says, "well you just have to…. " and then stops and tells me that she can't tell me but it isn't illegal but that they are going to get busted now because she knows they were. She said she heard one say to the other, "quiet, you're going to get caught". 2.5 hours later and a total of 4.5 hours in the session and I get up and head to the cashier smiling.
I know the tap is coming at this place but I have now put in about 10 hours at this place at the same table because it's the only game worth it other than the high roller area and I have received no heat. I am spreading up to 100 x 2. The odd thing is I have read this place can be sweaty…


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Strickland et al v. CLS Plumbing,Inc. et al
Plaintiff: Derek Strickland and United Association of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 91
Defendant: CLS Plumbing,Inc. and Curtis Smith
Case Number: 2:2007cv01262
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Number of Hillary Clinton Classified Emails Spikes to 300
The number of Hillary Clinton emails flagged for potentially classified content spiked to 300 on Monday.
Hillary Clinton insisted classified emails were not sent from her private server.
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The number of Hillary Clinton emails flagged for potentially classified content has grown to more than 300, Fox News has learned — with the potential to grow even more as officials scramble to screen the documents.
The State Department revealed the updated count in a federal court filing, which pertained to Clinton emails sent to other agencies for review. An official familiar with the investigation confirmed to Fox News that, as referenced in that filing, the department has recommended 305 of Clinton's emails be sent to various agencies for review to see whether they contain classified information.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The only Breeders' Cup race that Pat Day won't ride Saturday at Churchill Downs is the Mile.
"I'm glad," said Shug McGaughey, who trains Lure, two-time winner of the Mile and the 9-5 favorite. "I'd shiver if Pat had a horse in there. Nobody rides a horse better at Churchill than Pat, and I don't know if anybody ever will ride better here.
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Joe Bonamassa was bestowed a special honor on Monday (June 27), when his name was added to a brick on the legendary Liverpool Cavern Club's "Wall of Fame."
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Taylor Swift plans to give $1 million to Louisiana flood relief after thousands of residents' homes were destroyed and 11 people were killed following downpours of rain this week.
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Thursday, October 26, 2017
As the death watch for the CD continues, so does the flow of classical CDs: no longer a flood but not yet a trickle. The labels that used to be considered major no longer dominate the field, to the extent that they are players at all. But excellent recordings keep coming out from a variety of sources: in some cases the artists or performing institutions themselves. In any case, the classical critics of The New York Times had no difficulty finding a list of worthies to cite as records of the year for 2009. —James R. Oestreich
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We had a nice dinner at Abuelo's restaurant. Charles ate all of his food and he was very good when we had our dinner. Oh well, we're about to go to bed. My son Charles still up even though he has not taken his nap today. He's acting wild and keep running in circles. Anyway, this Monday, is Presidents Day, but my husband has to go work. I was hoping he will be off on that day but he's not.
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Please tell me the November 10 issue is not an aberration. From beginning to end, it is the best issue of The Nation I've held in my hands. From Broad and Cavanagh on Satyarthi to Schwabsky on Matisse, from Greider's "Hillary's Nightmare" to Toumani's deeply affecting " 'With This Madness, What Art Could There Be?' " you've given me new tools to use, new thoughts to digest. And you've brought us all a welcome echo of the late Catherine Breese Davis, whose seemingly fragile poem ["The Summer Leaves"] remains, on its carefully wrought trellis, enduring and strong.
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Katha Pollitt, in "Abortion: No More Apologies" [Nov. 10], articulates a compelling case for asserting that reproductive rights are imperative so that women can gain the social goods of self-determination and equality. We also need to be mindful of two more social positives. First, access to contraception and abortion should be unapologetically a part of population control in a world that cannot continue to expand exponentially. Second, abortion must continue to be an option of fertility control for all women who decide they are unprepared for the responsibilities of motherhood, including those women who conclude that bringing a child into the world would place that child at serious risk of poverty in parenting, mental and physical health, education, and economic and social stability.
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