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As part of the university's Fall Family Weekend festivities, the Virginia Tech Police Department hosted its fifth annual Community Day celebration on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Students, employees, and the general public were invited to attend to learn more about the award winning and national accredited police department.
The free event, which took place on Virginia Tech's Drillfield, included activities for people of all ages including drunk goggle carts to simulate driving under the influence, a donut eating contest, two obstacle courses, "Dunk-A-Cop," and blood donations.
Participants also had the opportunity to view demonstrations from Virginia Tech's Emergency Response Team, K-9 Team, and Rescue Squad; the Blacksburg Fire and Police departments; the Montgomery County Sherriff's Office; Christiansburg Police; and the Carillion Lifeguard helicopter crew.


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|Department of Public Information • News and Media Division • New York
Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
The following is a near-verbatim transcript of today's noon briefing by Martin Nesirky, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
Good afternoon, everybody. Welcome to the briefing.
**Security Council on Sahel
The Secretary-General spoke this morning at a meeting of the Security Council on the Sahel, saying that the warning lights for this region continue to flash. In his remarks, he said that political turmoil, terrorist activity, drug trafficking and arms smuggling are spilling over borders and threatening peace and security. He said that we cannot expect to address the issues in Mali effectively unless we confront the challenges affecting the broader region.
The Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Sahel, Romano Prodi, also spoke to the Security Council. He said that it was crucial to restore the unity of Mali in a peaceful Sahel, starting immediately, a process that will allow transparent and free democratic elections as soon as possible. Mr. Prodi also said that he shared the Secretary-General's view that any military effort in Mali must be undertaken after careful analysis and thorough preparation and that these efforts should be part of an agreed political process that tackles the roots of the conflict. The Special Envoy is expected to speak to reporters at the stakeout position after the meeting.
**Law of the Sea
And the Secretary-General spoke at the General Assembly this morning to mark the thirtieth anniversary of the Convention on the Law of the Sea, which he said remains an important tool for sustainable development, as affirmed this year by the Rio+20 Conference.
He added that the oceans continue to face many challenges — pollution, ocean acidification, over-exploitation of resources, piracy and maritime boundary disputes. Addressing these issues should compel us to strive for the full implementation of the Convention.
The Secretary-General said that he is encouraged that support for the Convention has grown steadily through the years, with 164 parties to the treaty. He affirmed that we should work to bring all nations under the jurisdiction, protection and guidance of this essential treaty. And we have his remarks in my office and also online.
**Deputy Secretary-General in Lebanon
The Deputy Secretary-General, Jan Eliasson, visited the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) today and met with Force Commander Major-General Paolo Serra and the Mission's senior leadership. During his visit, the Deputy Secretary-General emphasized the need for continued coordinated operations with the Lebanese Armed Forces. Mr. Eliasson praised the UN peacekeepers' contribution to peace and security in the area, saying that South Lebanon has witnessed a period of unprecedented calm. We have a press release with more details on that.
** Democratic Republic of the Congo
The UN Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) reports that the situation on the ground in North Kivu remains fragile. Yesterday, talks started in Kampala between the Congolese Government and the M23 rebel group, facilitated by Uganda in its capacity as Chair of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region.
The UN is providing limited technical secretarial support to the talks in response to a request from the Ugandan authorities. The United Nations is not, however, participating directly in the talks. We are, of course, aware of the latest reports in Kampala. And if we get more information, we will let you know.
**South Sudan
The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has been able to confirm that nine people were killed in Wau over the weekend in clashes between the security forces and protestors. A number of other people were wounded. The circumstances around these events are still being established. The Mission is particularly concerned by the loss of civilian life. The Mission has called on all parties to exercise restraint and has also been reaching out to both parties to help prevent further escalation and to re-establish calm.
** Iraq
Martin Kobler, the Secretary-General's Special Representative for Iraq, welcomed today the beginning of the first voter registration update in three years, as part of preparations for the Governorate Council elections next April. He said that the opening of nearly 900 Voter Registration Centres is an important step towards transparent and credible elections in 2013.
Mr. Kobler also urged the Iraqi Parliament to pass amendments to the electoral law without delay, to guarantee that the elections take place on schedule. He also expressed regret that voter registration is not taking place in Kirkuk and called for speedy agreement on a law incorporating elections there.
** Philippines
The United Nations and its humanitarian partners are appealing for $65 million to help those affected by Typhoon Bopha in the Philippines. The UN Humanitarian Coordinator for the country visited areas affected by the typhoon and said that she saw first-hand the total devastation of villages.
Under the new action plan for recovery, the humanitarian community will provide food, water, emergency shelter and other urgent assistance to help nearly half a million people in the worst-hit areas over the next six months. Over the longer term, the Plan focuses on the need to rehabilitate the agricultural sector, because crops were devastated by the typhoon in Mindanao, one of the poorest areas of the country.
** Bangladesh
The Assistant Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Oscar Fernandez-Taranco, concluded a four day visit to Bangladesh yesterday. This was a mission, which he undertook on behalf of the Secretary-General. He met with top Government and political party leaders, as well as with national electoral officials, to exchange views on the political situation in the country and UN electoral assistance to Bangladesh.
Mr. Fernandez-Taranco stressed to all interlocutors that the next parliamentary elections should be peaceful, inclusive and credible, and he encouraged them to work together and to engage in constructive dialogue towards these ends.
**Human Rights Day
Events are being held around the world to commemorate Human Rights Day today. This year's theme is "My Voice Counts", and in his message for the Day, the Secretary-General stressed that everyone has the right to be heard and to shape the decisions that affect their community. The Secretary-General will also be speaking at an event this afternoon to commemorate the Day at the Ford Foundation.
**Noon Briefing Guest Tomorrow
And tomorrow, I will be joined by Ivan Šimonović, the Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights and South African singer Yvonne Chaka Chaka. They will be here to brief you on an event taking place here at United Nations Headquarters tomorrow, with the theme "leadership in the fight against homophobia".
**Timor-Leste Photo Exhibit
And just a reminder that journalists are invited to visit a photo exhibit that opens at 3:30 this afternoon, in the Visitors Lobby here at United Nations headquarters. This exhibit features the strides made by Timor-Leste in building a nation a decade after the restoration of independence. And of course the exhibit will then be open to visitors, as well.
That's what I have. Yes?
**Questions and Answers
Question: Yes, sir. The situation in Egypt, where the Egyptian President today gave a new decree on the authority to the army to arrest and incarcerate anybody challenging the authority of the Government today. So, does the Secretary-General have anything to say about this? Although, on one hand, he has somehow withdrawn the decree, partially, but he has given more power to the army to consolidate his power.
Spokesperson: Simply to reiterate that the Secretary-General continues to monitor this very closely and continues to hold the view that any differences that there are should be dealt with through dialogue and that protests, if they take place, should be peaceful. And that's what I have for you. Okay, all right. Yes?
Question: Martin, I… correct me if I am wrong, but I seem to remember earlier you said the Secretary-General had spoken, condemning the existence or the possible use of nerve gas, chemical weapons in Syria. But he… now has come out, at least that's what it said in the reports that I read, saying that there is no confirmation of any possible use of chemical weapons in Syria. Which of the two… is there a contradiction, has he changed his…?
Spokesperson: No, there is no contradiction, Carla. What we are talking about here are two separate things. One is the existence of such stockpiles, which people are concerned about, and then there have been reports about the possible planned use. But those reports do not have any confirmation. That's the point that the Secretary-General is trying to make. He is concerned about any stockpiles that there may be in Syria, and he is concerned that the Syrian authorities should make sure that any stockpiles that there are should be properly secured. And, of course, he has repeatedly said, both publicly on his trip last week and in other statements, that, of course, any use of such terrible weapons would be an outrageous crime with dire consequences. Okay. Yes?
Question: Hi, Martin. Thank you. A recent Stanford study has, far from the only one, determines that the amount of deaths in Pakistan only from US drone strikes is between 1,500 and 2,500 people. It adds that 2 per cent of those people are the high-ranking terror suspects that the US claims to be targeting. Does the Secretary-General have any comment on this last weekend's drone strike in which several people were killed? If not, why?
Spokesperson: No, he doesn't on that particular instance. I think the Secretary-General is on record with regard to drones. If you look at his most recent report on protection of civilians, you will find that there is ample reference to the use of such unmanned aerial vehicles or drones, and I would refer you to that. Yes, Matthew?
Question: Sure, I have several questions on the Democratic Republic of the Congo. One, I wanted to ask, first, in this… there was a SADC [Southern African Development Community] meeting held in Tanzania about establishing this… this international neutral force. So, I wanted to know, maybe you will have a… there… maybe there is a UN comment on it, but more specifically I wanted to know two things. Whether… whether there was any UN presence at this… given how it will interplay possibly with MONUSCO, any presence at… at the SADC meeting? And also, you know, the President of Uganda, Yoweri Museveni, made this comment that has gone all over the place, calling MONUSCO military tourism. So, I just wanted to know, is there any way it is a… it's… it is a… it's a… it's a memorable phrase; is there a UN kind of response to that?
Spokesperson: No, there isn't. When it comes to the setting up of an international neutral force, I think we need to see how that really comes together. That's why, as you will have seen, there was the meeting in Kampala; we need to see how that comes together. Of course, when it comes to the mandates of peacekeeping missions, you know very well where such decisions rest — with the Security Council. And, as I mentioned a little earlier, the talks between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the M23 rebel group, they're taking place, facilitated by the Ugandan authorities. The United Nations doesn't have a direct role in those talks. Let me check on whether there was a presence of some kind at the other meeting you are referring to, okay?
Question: Sure. The… the… you know, I am just on the same… on the same, at least topic or region, there was… there was conflicting reports about the… the… the central bank in Goma. There was a… while M23 was in charge in… in the town, there was an unnamed UN official who told The Guardian that M23 was looting the bank. And then, more recently, there was a Radio Okapi story, quoting the manager of the bank, saying nothing was looted, everything is fine inside. So, there is some… I just… I am just wondering, since there are these two different and I'd read, I know Radio Okapi is not specifically speaking for the UN, but does the UN know whether M23 actually took money from the U… from the Goma central bank or not?
Spokesperson: Well, I mean, I think obviously the first port of call is the central bank itself, but let me check if we have anything further on that. Did I see your hand again?
[The Spokesperson later added, after checking with the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, that the United Nations Mission reports that the Central Bank in Goma was not attacked.]
Question: Yes, I was just… thank you, Martin. I saw that the Secretary-General had condemned a launch of a drone by Hezbollah. And he also condemned heavy Israeli use of drones over Lebanon, which another UN official has called a daily violation of Lebanon's sovereignty. But, I am looking for the condemnation of the heaviest user of drones, which is the US, and again 1,500 to 2,500 people killed in Pakistan alone. And this is one country, of many, that American drones have been used over, and very few of those people have not been civilians. Can he take a stronger stand?
Spokesperson: As I say, I think that the remarks that are in the report on the protection of civilians are very clear, and I would refer you to those. Okay. Yes, Carla? Is your hand up again? No? Oh, you were just pointing to your colleague behind, that's very, very nice of you. Okay, yes, Carla?
Question: He is unusual these days. There were, again, reports that Mr. [Lakhdar] Brahimi had said that there was some hope of diplomatic resolution of the crisis in Syria, the meeting with Sergei Lavrov and with Hillary Clinton. And then there were also reports at the same time that the US is planning directly to send weapons to the opposition. How will Mr. Brahimi be able to reconcile these two apparently contradictory trends?
Spokesperson: You seem to be on a contradictory trend yourself today. I think what you will find is that Mr. Brahimi also did have a meeting over the weekend in Geneva with, respectively, the Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation and the Deputy Secretary of State of the United States State Department. And that was obviously a follow-up to the meeting that was held in Dublin between the Foreign Minister and the Secretary of State. And that meeting in Geneva was described as constructive and held in a spirit of cooperation, and that it explored avenues to move forward a peaceful process and mobilize greater international action in favour of a political solution to the Syrian crisis. And all three parties reaffirmed their common assessment that the situation in Syria was bad and getting worse. And they stressed that a political process to end the crisis in Syria was necessary and still possible. So, I have read that out simply to stress the words "political" and "peaceful". Yes?
Question: Sure, great. If you don't mind, I have questions on Haiti, Côte d'Ivoire and the budget. But they will… maybe they will go quickly. There is a protest or… it… it… it was this morning, and may still be ongoing at the… at MINUSTAH [United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti] in Port-au Prince on the topic of the introduction of cholera. People were saying… I mean there were signs saying, you know, US out of Hai… UN, excuse me, out of Haiti, and I just wonder… I mean, I think I know where… the… the… the… the… what's the response, I guess, to these protesters and, also, is there… is… is OLA, the Office of Legal Affairs, any closer than it's been and when previously asked to rule on the… the legal claim that was filed and related to that, is it possible, before the end of the year or maybe in January, to get the head of OLA to just… even to, just on this one issue, to have some kind of a press interaction, given the interest in… in Haiti about this?
Spokesperson: Well, on the specific request for the Legal Counsel to give a briefing, I think that's very unlikely. You know the reasons for that. The second point is that there obviously were claims that were lodged, and those claims are being studied, and I don't have anything further for you on that at the moment. And with regard to — to come back to the beginning — with regard to the protests that may or may not be taking place in Haiti: everyone has a right to protest, as long as it is peaceful. And I would simply underscore the work that has been done by the international community at large in tackling the outbreak of cholera with the focus on helping those in need and particularly dealing with sanitation and water, some of the key aspects in tackling this.
Question: Sure, I know this… this may be off track, there was a decision recently, over the weekend or on Friday, in the French courts on… on three soldiers there that were peacekeepers in Côte d'Ivoire who were found guilty of… of killing, essentially murder, of an Ivorian, FerminMahe, and there is now some controversy because they were given suspended sentences, no jail time, although they… they pretty much were found guilty of killing a… a… a… a gang… a… a… an Ivorian at the time. And I wonder, given, you know, the UN is still there, it's works with this Force Licorne, is there any UN kind of thought or comment on… on accountability or impunity in… in this case of the death of an Ivorian?
Spokesperson: I think you answered it there, in the sense that, to my knowledge, they weren't part of the UN peacekeeping operation. So, I don't think that we would have a comment on that. Next question? I think you had one more on the budget?
Question: Okay. Yeah, it's… it's… it's… it's… as… as… as it comes to a… as things come to a head in the Fifth Committee, it seems like the big… the big issue this year is this issue called re-costing, which is that essentially… some… some countries think that it is an automatic raising of… of… of… of payment levels and some countries are saying that that's not automatic at all, and I wanted to know, there is… there is sort of a disagreement about what was agreed to a year ago and since the… the Secretariat is the one actually paying the money out, did they have a view of this… of… of whether this re-costing should be automatic this year or… and… and what are the, I guess, dangers posed by going to Christmas, as it sometimes does? And also, is there a response to the Staff Union resolution that was passed recently about cost cutting, I guess, to them and outsourcing of jobs, is there a formal response to that?
Spokesperson: Well, I think you will be aware that the Chef de Cabinet, Ms. [Susana] Malcorra, held a global town hall; so, not just with the representatives here at Headquarters, but with others linked up by a video conference call. I think that covered a lot of ground. When it comes to the budget, of course this is something that is in the works. Ultimately, it is in the hands of the Member States. I don't wish to prejudge where that discussion is going. And if I have anything further on that, then I'll come back to you.
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PITTSTON -- A woman from Luzerne County was arrested Wednesday for allegedly stealing from her dead aunt.
The accused spoke out, telling Newswatch 16 she did nothing wrong.
Donna Deleo tried to hide from our cameras as police walked her into a magistrate's office in Pittston. That's where she was arraigned on theft charges, accused of stealing more than $20,000 from her dead aunt, Loretta Musto.
But on her way out of court, Deleo spoke up.
"Why did you take the money?"
"I didn't take any money," said Deleo. "No, I took care of her in my house, and I didn't take any money."
According to court papers, Deleo took care of her aunt at her home on Rock Street in Pittston Township. That's when she allegedly began taking money from her aunt's account.
Deleo had power of attorney, and even though no money was left to her in her aunt's will, police say Deleo admitted to taking more than $19,000 in estate money from her aunt after she died. Deleo says she was owed that money for her caretaking services.
"I have records. I have bills that I paid. I was paying her house in Pittston, the bills on her house. Bottom line, I took care of her 24/7," said Deleo.
None of Donna Deleo's neighbors wanted to speak on camera, but most of them told us they were surprised to hear what police were accusing her of doing in these court papers.
Court papers show Deleo admitted she wasn't working at the time and didn't have any money. She told police she knew it was wrong to spend her aunt's money after she died. But that's not the same story she told us after her court appearance.
"So where did these charges come from then?"
"From her family," said Deleo.
"So what? Her family members are accusing you?"
"Yes, of course. It always comes down to family. They didn't want to have anything to do with her, bottom line," said Deleo.
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Prevent babies from getting mosquito bites by keeping houses and yards clean and tidy, using screens and nets and dressing them in protective clothing. Avoid using products with strong fragrances, and use insect repellents that are safe for infants.Continue Reading
Mosquito bites cause itchiness and swelling, and in some cases, they carry illnesses such as dengue and malaria. To minimize a baby's exposure to mosquitoes, eliminate the places where they breed around homes and gardens. Wash all containers after use, and replace any standing water with clean water every day. Cover exposed foods, and do not leave used plates out, especially in a baby's room.
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Pre-College in the Schools
Government and Economics
Teacher: Chad Owen Room: 321
Communication: Email is my preferred method of communication, but do not hesitate to call me at school or at home (before 7 p.m.) if you have any questions or concerns.
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com: 612-722-0145 (home) or 612-998-3190 (cell) Course Description and ObjectivesIn the 12th grade Social Studies course, you will be engaged in learning about several topics that are important to your future. The first quarter will focus on American government and the second quarter will focus on American and global economic issues. This course will cover skills, content, and objectives in the Minneapolis Public Schools Government and Economics StandardsSupplies needed
Students should bring something with which to write and a notebook EVERYDAY. ParticipationParticipation is essential for successful understanding of this class and its assignments. Therefore, regular and prompt attendance, participation in class activities and discussion, and completion of homework and group assignments are the keys to your success in the course. Helpfulness and courtesy are also rewarded. Participation will count as 10% of the final grade.Grading and AssignmentsThe Grading Scale is:
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Students will be made aware what is involved and expected to achieve each of these scores through rubrics and checklists for all assignments. Students will also be informed of their progress on a weekly basis. Grading will include daily assignments, homework, projects, and tests/quizzes.
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Students who turn in late work due to an excused absence should attach a note that includes the reason for absence and a telephone number with their parent or guardian's daytime phone number. Failure to do so will result in the above late policy applying.
Tardy PolicyStudents are considered tardy if they are not seated when the bell rings. The school tardy policy will be enforced.
Absence PolicyMake up work will not be accepted for an unexcused absence. It is the student's responsibility for asking the teacher for make up work prior to their absence. If a student is ill, they must bring a signed note from their parent or guardian before they will receive make up work. Quizzes, tests, in-class essays may not be made up unless specific agreements have been made with the teacher prior to the absence. Assignments may not be made up during class time. Students who miss 8 days of school in a quarter automatically fail that quarter.
Classroom Rules & Student ResponsibilitiesClassroom rules and student responsibilities are a necessary part of any classroom. They are designed to help you be a successful student. Some of the most important lessons students learn in the course of growing up are the lessons of good work habits, how to be organized and how to be responsible for a task. Children who learn good work habits, organizational skills and accept responsibility become successful students. Successful students become successful people. How classroom rules are implemented and followed establish the classroom culture and each class. It is my responsibility to ensure the rules are clearly stated, consistently enforced and fair and logical consequences exist to hold students accountable. It is each student's responsibility to carry out basic student responsibilities that minimize disruptions to the learning environment.Academic SupportI will be available on Tuesdays after school to help students. Students need to inform me when they need extra help and I will make arrangements to provide it if Tuesdays are not convenient.StandardsThis course will cover skills and content in the State of Minnesota's Government and Economics Standards.CurriculumCurriculum maps containing topics, skills, concepts and standards are available on the Minneapolis Public Schools website and a general calendar by quarter will be included on my website.
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Do you teach CS Principles or would you like to? Would you like to receive some top-notch CSP professional development? Then apply today for Code.org's CS Principles Professional Learning Program.
The program is filling up, but we still have some spots available. However, you need to act fast, because the application window closes on March 17th.
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AP CS Principles is designed to be far more than a traditional introduction to programming – it is a rigorous, engaging, and approachable course that explores many of the big, foundational ideas of computing so that all students understand how these concepts are transforming the world we live in. AP CS Principles (PEIMS# A3580300) has also become an important course for increasing access and diversity in CS classrooms. Because of this, many high schools are now looking to add or expand their AP CSP course offerings. Of course, as with all new courses, having teachers certified and trained to teach AP CSP has been an issue for some schools.
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In late 2016, the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) approved changes to TAC 231.257 to allow teachers with a Technology Applications certification OR a Computer Science 8-12 certification to teach AP CS Principles (AP CSP). That means if your school or district already has a teacher with a Technology Applications certification, then you already have someone to teach AP CSP–even if you don't have a CS certified teacher available.
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Call it the pearl of the Antilles, the Casablanca of the Caribbean, a tropical paradise.
Lie on its seductive beaches. Fish in its deep bays. Drive around its rolling hills and towering mountains. Meet kind people offering up infectious smiles and romantic Latin music. In size, this island is as large as Florida, where I live, but with its 11 million residents, it is nine million shy of the Sunshine State and only 90 miles from Key West, Florida, a 43-minute flight.
Welcome to Havana, the capital of Cuba, and the largest city in the Caribbean, with over two million residents. Welcome to a city which, although totally run-down, remains a masterpiece of architecture, especially Old Havana with its Spanish colonial structures.
THE AMERICAN Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) re-entered Cuba and helped revive the community. Today most of the money to support the synagogues, run the school, provide welfare funds, pay for medicines and cover the costs for the Shabbat meals comes from the JDC, and through the generosity of many Jewish visiting missions to the Jewish community of Cuba. Other organizations also contributed to help Cuban Jewry economically and spiritually including B'nai B'rith, World ORT, Hadassah, Lubavitch of Canada and US federations and synagogues...more.


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Let's talk about money. In order for your agricultural and wine business to grow – sufficient funds are needed to take on projects, making purchases and expanding your operations to become more efficient and in turn make more money. It sounds so simple, right?


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passanger air bag goes off at random times with the passenger in the seat weighing 180 lbs they say there is no fix for this problem also have had to have the rotors turned the car has less than 25k on it ,I bought this car new i am pleased with the way it drives but would not purchase another GM product because they will not fix the problems and have even been rude
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bought new put 10,000 miles on it 5 months ordered with 5 speed has great power and mileage up to 33 on highway no a/c averages 28 local handles great embarassed much sporty cars thru curves love this car
2009 Chevrolet HHR
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Shaco is a fast killer with no mercy at all.
But he's also very ***ile since he's low HP.
He's also very good at hit'n runs.
The first you do in summoners rift is ofc kill the golem with your jack in the box.
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Shacos items is not that easy to point out since it's really important to create your own build that matches your playstyle.
This is my build for shaco and i like to thank "Remain" - "shaco the insane" for a really nice shaco build that i have used and modified into my own.
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a rapidly growing problem in the United States. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) – a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) – reports that between 1990 and 2000, the number of people with kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplantation virtually doubled to 380,000. If this trend continues, the number of people with kidney failure will reach 700,000 by 2010. Treating kidney failure in the United States costs more than $20 billion annually.
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the permanent loss of kidney function. Physical injury or a disease which damages the kidneys such as diabetes, polycystic kidney disease or high blood pressure can cause CKD. Kidneys do not remove wastes and extra water from the blood as well as they should when they are damaged.
CKD is considered a silent condition because you can't often feel or see it. Symptoms are difficult, if not impossible, to notice in the early stages. Because CKD often develops so slowly, many people don't realize they're sick until they are in advanced stages of the disease and must start dialysis immediately to save their life.
The kidneys are located toward the back of the body on either side of the spine. Each one is about the size of a fist and normally weigh 4 to 6 ounces. While accounting for only 0.5 percent of body weights, the kidney are very busy and important organs. They filter roughly 12 gallons (45 liters) of blood every day, removing approximately a half gallon (1.5 liters) of waste during that same time. Normal functioning kidneys:
Serious health problems occur when people have less than 25 percent of their kidney function. When kidney function drops below 10 to 15 percent, a person needs renal replacement therapy - dialysis or a kidney transplant - to sustain life.
The determination of when renal replacement therapy is needed is made by testing how well your kidneys are working.
The three main tests of kidney function measure:
Even though the tests are different, they all measure how effectively your kidneys are working. The terms are sometimes used interchangeably. Here is a little more about each one:
Creatinine is a normal byproduct of muscle metabolism that healthy kidneys remove from the blood. Creatinine clearance is tested by taking a 24-hour urine sample and a blood sample and calculating how quickly your kidneys "clear" your blood of creatinine. Creatinine clearance can also be determined by using a formula which provides an approximate value based on blood creatinine level, height, weight and age. Creatinine clearance is reported in milliliters per minute (mL/min). Normally, healthy men have a creatinine clearance between 97-137 mL/min. Healthy women: Between 88-128 mL/min.
Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is a measure of how fast your blood is filtered through your kidneys. GFR is also reported in milliliters per minute. A GFR greater than 90 mL/min is considered normal.
Percent kidney function is an estimate of remaining kidney function. Because a GFR of 100 milliliters per minute (mL/min) is in the normal range, a rough translation is 100 mL/min is about equal to 100% kidney function. So a creatinine clearance or GFR of 30 mL/min would be called "30% kidney function."
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NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Cochon US Tour and Goose Island Beer Co. humbly present Cochon 555 New York City on Jan. 26, 2014. Going on its sixth year, Cochon 555 is the nation's premier culinary tour touting the flavor and health benefits of eating heritage breed pigs. The kickoff event features an all-star lineup of five chefs, five pigs and five wineries to celebrate breed diversity and family farming.
This year's competing chefs include Frank Langello of Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca, Michael Toscano of Perla, Seamus Mullen of Tertulia, Lauren Hirschberg of Craftbar, and David Standridge of Market Table. The five chefs, champions to the pig, will battle it out in a friendly competition by preparing a maximum of six dishes each created from one whole heritage breed pig to win votes from a crowd of hungry gourmands and celebrated judges.
Host Chef James Dangler, Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park, will lead the pack of judges in selecting New York's "Prince of Porc." Judges include:
The winner will go on to compete in the Grand Cochon at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen in June for bragging rights as the "King or Queen of Porc" and a four-day wine experience to Rioja, Spain's most prominent wine region.
In addition to 30 chef-prepared dishes, guests can experience:
Right before announcing the winner and heading to the after party, guests will enjoy family meal with the chef teams - an entire 6th heritage breed pig prepared by 2009 NYC Prince of Porc Corwin Kave in a late-night Asian Speakeasy format combined with Swine & Sweets new "Ice Cream Social" featuring Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams.
All guests are invited to visit the website and sign up on the newsletter for a chance to win a VIP trip to the Rioja Wine & Tapas Festival in New York City on May 3rd, a trip to Heritage BBQ in September, or more than $3,000 in prizes from partners, including a Smart-Scoop Ice Cream Maker from Breville, a $1000 bottle of Reserve Bourbon from Breckenridge Distillery, a chance to be a Punch Kings judge and 2 VIP tickets to Cochon 555.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park
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$125 general admission and $200 VIP (early admission and premium access to limited experiences, wines and spirits); to purchase tickets visit www.cochon555.com
About Cochon 555
Cochon 555 was created in 2009 by Taste Network's Brady Lowe in response to the lack of consumer education around heritage breeds. The festival is a national event series that takes place in 17 major markets. In addition to its flagship event, Cochon 555, the Cochon brand now offers a variety of experiences each year in the family of events. The events with national followings include Heritage BBQ, Heritage Fire, EPIC Cochon, All-Star Cochon and Cochon Island. Since its launch in 2009, Cochon 555 and its programs, such as Chef's Course, have supported responsible family farming across the country by allowing 50,000 people to taste heritage pigs and by donating more than $300,000 to charities and more than $500,000 directly to great farmers across the country. For more details about the events, visit www.cochon555.com or follow @cochon555 on Twitter.
About Heritage Breed Pigs
Heritage breed pigs come from bloodlines going back hundreds of years when livestock was raised on multi-use, open-pasture farms. Because of their lifestyle and inherent genes, different breeds became known for a variety of characteristics, including the rich and hearty taste of their meat, distinct marbling, bacon flavors and creamy fat. Today, these breeds still carry excellent qualities, but many are not suited for commercial farming practices and as a result, are in danger of being lost forever. We can help preserve heritage breeds by consuming them. Their future is reliant upon farmers who can afford to raise them and the enthusiasts that create a demand for their treasured meat.
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BATON ROUGE – As part of its continuing Distinguished Lecture Series, the LSU College of Art & Design presents writer, contemporary art educator and curator Linda Weintraub on Wednesday, Nov. 9, at 5 p.m. in Room 103 of the Design Building. The lecture is free and open to the public.
Weintraub is the founder of Artnow publications, the author of "Avant-Guardians: Texlets in Ecology and Art" and has authored and co-authored numerous other books. She is also a contributor to the international art journal Tema Celeste, and lectures frequently on contemporary art and its intersection with ecology. She is also curator of the nationally touring exhibition, "Is It Art?" and co-curated the international touring exhibition, "Animal. Anima. Animus," with Marketta Sepalla in 1999.
Weintraub served as the first director of the Edith C. Blum Art Institute, director of the Philip Johnson Art Gallery at Muhlenberg College and served as the Henry R. Luce Professor of Emerging Arts at Oberlin College. She has taught both contemporary art history and studio. She holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from Rutgers University.
More information is available at www.lindaweintraub.com.
This presentation of the LSU College of Art & Design Distinguished Lecture Series is sponsored by Paula G. Manship. Professional AIA and ASLA continuing education credit is available for this lecture.
Additional information is available on the LSU College of Art & Design website, www.design.lsu.edu or by contacting Debra Langlois at email@example.com or 225-578-5868.
For those unable to attend the lecture live, a recording will be made available for viewing online. It can be viewed at http://coadmediasite.lsu.edu/mediasite/Catalog/catalogs/default.aspx.
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Wells is a historic community located in York County, on the southern coast of Maine. It is bordered to the northeast by Kennebunk, to the northwest by Sanford, to the west by North Berwick, to the southwest by South Berwick and to the south by Ogunquit. Wells includes seven miles of coastline, making it a popular vacation destination. Beaches include Drakes Island Beach, East Shore Beach, Wells Beach, and the private Moody Beach.
The community of Wells is accessible by U.S. 1, Interstate 95, Amtrak rail service and Greyhound Lines bus service. It is home to the Wells Estuarine Research Reserve at Laudholm Farm, the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Preserve, the Historical Society of Wells and Ogunquit – Meeting House and Library, the Wells Auto Museum, the Division 9 Schoolhouse Museum, the Wells Harbor Community Park and the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve.
Wells also offers many recreational opportunities. These consist of fishing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking and surfing. It also offers hiking paths, biking and golf courses. It is also home to many craft fairs throughout the year.
The town of Wells contains an area of 57.6 square miles of land, and 0.5 square miles of water. According to the 2010 U.S. Census Bureau, the population of Wells was 9,589 people.
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Lori Lipman Brown
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Lori Lipman Brown (born June 17, 1958) has served as a state senator, lobbyist, lawyer, educator, and social worker supporter. Additionally, her political views have been secularist and civil libertarian and describes herself as an atheist humanist Jew. She served as a Nevada Senator from 1992 to 1994, advocating for repeals of consensual sex crimes. This led to her being named Civil Libertarian of the Year by the Nevadan chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union. Additionally, she has organized numerous events for the Humanist Association of Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, the Secular Student Alliance, and the American Humanist Association. She was defeated for reelection to the State Senate by Kathy Augustine in 1994.
Outside of the secularist and nontheistic movement, Brown worked in education and social work. From 1996 to 2000 she was the National Education Association's diversity trainer. Formerly a private lawyer, she taught United States constitutional law, education law, and American history at the University of Phoenix. Additionally, she taught high school drama, English, and speech and helped found Eldorado High School's Gay-Straight Student Alliance. For social work friendly legislation, she won the Legislator of the Year by the Nevada chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.
Brown served as the founding director of the Secular Coalition for America from 2005 to 2009. In this position, she was the first Congressional lobbyist explicitly representing nontheistic Americans. During her directorship, the organization grew from a coalition of 5 national organizations with one staff, to a coalition of 10 national organizations with six staff. Brown currently works for NES Associates, an IT firm in Alexandria, Virginia.
On November 29, 2005, she appeared on The O'Reilly Factor to debate Christmas's recognition as a national holiday from a secularist point of view.[1]
On August 29, 2008, she appeared on The Colbert Report in an interview with Stephen Colbert.[2]
During her campaign for reelection in 1994, Brown's political opponent, Kathy Augustine, along with Senators William Raggio, Raymond Rawson, and Sue Lowden, accused her through campaign ads of refusing to say the Pledge of Allegiance[3] and for opposing legislative prayer.[4]
- ^ "Is 'The Factor's' Christmas Campaign Going Overboard?"; foxnews.com; November 30, 2005 on YouTube
- ^ "Better Know a Lobby - Atheism"; colbertnation.com; August 30, 2008
- ^ Backstory: Nader and nadirs by Michael Green, Thursday, July 15, 2004, Las Vegas Mercury
- ^ Marilyn Westfall. "An Interview with Lori Lipman Brown". September 18, 2007


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At the age of 24, working with his wife at a car wash, Larry Winters was struggling to get by. He decided he needed to make a change for the better, so he seized control of his life and, day by day, built his own business. Along the way, he learned many lessons about sacrifice, personal responsibility, determination and independence LIVE THE DREAM: No More Excuses, is Winters' inspiring story of his journey from a young man with no ambition to a man in control of his financial destiny. He uses examples from his own life to teach readers how to gain financial freedom for themselves. Most importantly, Winters stresses how self limitation is damaging and holds people back, keeping them from achieving the successful lives they desire. LIVE THE DREAM provides an inspirational blueprint for readers to gain financial freedom, and build their own businesses---to give up excuses and achieve their life goals, all while staying grounded in what really matters: family, friends and faith. Larry Winters' powerful motivational style will have readers ready to seize the day and live their dreams.Pam was in the bedroom with an electric blanket, so I brought our little electric heater into the living roomabut it was far ... I set up a I small whiteboard and began to diagram howthe business worked. ... Then, coming down a hill, my Mustang must have hit fiftyfive milesanhourbecause itbegan shakingand swerving all overanbsp;...
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Introduction - AVG Free Edition Virus Scanner
AVG is one of the many different free antivirus programs on the market. I personally like AVG Free and find it to be a great program for people who just want good background protection from online threats. It's easy to download, easy to install, and very intuitive overall. I'll take you through the entire process of the free AVG virus protection download and make sure that your computer is well prepared for anything that it might face.
If you need more help, then we also have a complete guide for AVG 9.0 Virus Protection.
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Installing AVG Free Virus Protection
The first thing that you need to do is download the AVG Free installer. You can get it from the official AVG website; find it here. Naturally, they make the paid version the more obvious choice and point out the extra protection it offers. Chances are that you really won't need it. The AVG Free edition virus scanner will probably be enough to meet most people's needs. If you would like a full computer security suite, then it isn't too bad of a deal for the paid edition.
Regardless, click on the button labeled Get Free Antivirus. You'll want the button on the left for the free version of AVG 9.0. Click on the next button to be taken to Download.com. Don't worry, this is just where AVG hosts the file. Download.com is part of the larger CNET network, so it's a safe download location. Click the button to start the download and save it to your computer.
Once the download has finished, you will want to double-click the installer icon to fire up the installation process. After that, just follow through with the steps, agree to their terms, and confirm that you want the basic protection package for free (again, unless you want to upgrade). Then hit next. It will need to download the actual files for the installation. It's not an insignificant download because it includes many updates that it has to grab, so expect it to take a few minutes. Just let it run until it install is complete.
Continue with the steps and pay attention to what the AVG Free edition virus scanner offers. You may be offered an opportunity to install a toolbar. Only opt-in if that's what you want. After a few more steps, the program should be all set and ready for its first run.
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Setting Up AVG 9.0 Free Edition
To start with, AVG usually wants to do a preliminary scan to map out your system and figure out what you have installed and the locations on your drive where it will monitor for infections. Letting this preliminary scan happen should allow later scans to occur at a much faster pace. I can't give you much of an estimate for the time that it will take to run a full scan of your computer. It all depends on your hard drive size and how much CPU it can use in the scan. If you don't plan to use the computer, then you can set it to do a fast scan using the slider. It will then use up more resources and finish the scan faster. This will slow down anything else that is running on the computer, but if you're not using it, then it's a good way to save time.
You may have some infected files on your system. If that's the case, then just quarantine the files to the virus vault, or delete them. If you're unsure about the difference between quarantine and deletion for a virus, then the linked article above on AVG Virus Protection 9.0 should clarify the process.
After your initial scan is done, you're just about ready to let it sit in the background and protect your computer. I suggest that you click on the Computer Scanner tab and then click on the button to schedule future scans. The AVG Free edition virus scanner can be scheduled to occur automatically. You can set it up to occur daily at a certain time or only on certain days of the week. It's your choice as to how often you want it to scan your computer. It really comes down to just how worried you are about a potential infection. Regardless of your decision, just make sure that you schedule it for a time when the computer will be on but that you won't be using it. Dinner time or late in the evening are usually good times to schedule a scan, since you may be eating or watching TV while the scan occurs. If you need to use the computer, you can always pause the scan and restart it after you're done.
Please click on Page 2 for tips on understanding the Free AVG virus protection download and its features.
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AVG Free 9.0 isn't just a virus scanner. The free AVG virus protection download has a number of very cool components. If you'd like to learn about the AVG Linkscanner, the E-Mail scanner, or the AVG resident shield then this complete guide to the AVG Free edition virus scanner should have you covered.
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Understanding Your Free AVG Virus Protection Download
Once you've scheduled your scan and done your initial scan, you're basically ready to just let your free AVG virus protection sit in the system tray and quietly protect you. Before you move on though, it's probably a good idea to explore the components available in your Free AVG package.
Anti-Virus - This is just the standard antivirus and probably the reason you chose the download. You can double click the icon to pull up a little more information. Double clicking this icon will bring up the virus signature database that you're working from. Make sure that this stays updated. The automatic updates should take care of it, but it's something that you will need to watch out for. Updating virus signatures is crucial to staying safe.
Anti-Spyware - AVG Free virus protection also offers spyware protection. This is also important to help keep your computer safe from popups and annoying infections. You can also see the database that it is using, although it should be the same as the antivirus signature database.
LinkScanner - This is a really neat tool from AVG. Just like it says, it scans links for you. It works with both Internet Explorer and Firefox. LinkScanner reviews links brought up by search engines and puts green checkmarks next to websites that it confirms as safe. It isn't an absolute guarantee since scammers and hackers obviously aren't caught immediately, but it is a good guide. LinkScanner also checks links that you travel to for known malicious codes and maintains a blacklist of known attack sites. If it detects an unsafe site, it will stop you and make you confirm that you wish to visit it.
E-Mail Scanner - This is pretty simple. If you use a compatible client for reading your emails, then you can have the scanner scan new emails for viruses and have it automatically remove them before they attack your computer. You can also have it scan your outgoing messages and include a message saying that the message was scanned for viruses before being sent. Some security conscious friends might appreciate that.
Identity Protection - This isn't activated in AVG Free. It promises to protect your identity online, but I doubt that it's worth an extra $20 when you can follow some other free tips on avoiding phishing and identity theft scams.
Resident Shield - This is a really great component of the AVG Free edition virus scanner. It has a proactive defense in place that blocks malicious programs from gaining access to your computer. It might not catch anything, no program is perfect, but it is very useful for stopping exploits and other nasty bits of spyware from sneaking onto your system. You should definitely let it run in the background.
Update Manager - Like I said above, keeping your virus sigs updated is crucial to staying safe online. Rig up the update manager to check for updates at least once a day. I have a separate guide for when to schedule AVG updates at an optimal time. That said, as long as you're doing it once a day, you should stay very safe.
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Other AVG Free Articles
Below are some additional AVG Free articles to help you better understand the program:
- Direct Guide for AVG Installation - Check it if you have a problem this guide doesn't cover
- Disabling AVG Free Protection - How to shut down the protection if it's interfering with an installation or slowing down an operation
- Article on Whether AVG Free Virus Protection is Enough
- My Article on Whether AVG Free Offers Enough Protection
- What to Do If Your Computer Runs Slowly After AVG Free Installation
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The following communication was developed to help school and district Technology Coordinators prepare for and administer the 2016-2017 PARCC assessments. Monthly technology updates will include technology information, implementation resources, hot topics, and troubleshooting guidance. Previous Technology Bulletins are stored athttp://parcc.pearson.com/bulletins/. The next communication is tentatively scheduled for September 21, 2016.
Important Update: PearsonAccessnext and TestNav Version Updates
On August 12, 2016, the PearsonAccessnext Training Center and the non-secure Tutorials and Practice Tests received version updates to prepare for Fall testing. While no action is required to take advantage of the practice content, there are new application versions of TestNav and ProctorCache, which will be required for secure testing. Visithttp://download.testnav.com to download the updated applications.
Please review the list of enhancements to each system shown below. To review more detailed information on technology changes for Fall 2016, a PARCC 2016 Fall Block Technology Crosswalk has been posted to Avocet.
- Student Enrollment limited to one Organization at a time
- Prepare Test Sessions
- Student Testing Tickets
- Email and phone numbers collected when users create Additional Orders
- Default file extension "CSV" for File Import/Export
- Removed "Update Cache" button on the Students in Sessions screen
- Practice Test and Tutorials available in Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge web browsers
- Blacklist applications (Coming soon)
- iOS TestNav app updates
- TI Graphing Calculator movement
- Drawing Interaction enhancements
- ChromeOS touchscreen support
- Windows touchscreen support on the TestNav Desktop App
- Answer Eliminator tool available on Hot-Spot Interactions
Additional notes:
- The PearsonAccessnext and TestNav version updates will take effect on state production sites by Monday, August 15, 2016.
- Oncreen keyboard is not supported when using Windows or ChromeOS touchscreen devices. External or built-in keyboards are required.
TestNav Apps for Spring 2017
The Spring 2017 PARCC Administration will likely require TestNav application updates in January 2017. This will include updates to the following apps:
- TestNav Desktop (Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux)
- TestNav Android App
- TestNav Chromebook App
- TestNav iPad App
Future Technology Bulletins will provide more details and estimated release dates.
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An updated iOS TestNav app was released on August 5, 2016 and two important changes were introduced. Please review the Pearson Technical Bulletin (Upcoming Changes to Testing on iOS) regarding how the changes listed below will impact your school and the appropriate next steps.
- Apple introduced Automatic Assessment Configuration (AAC) with iOS 9.3.2, which affects the setup and sign-in processes for assessments that require kiosk mode. This new feature eliminates the need for Guided Access Mode or other administrative methods of locking down iPads. The TestNav app will now control when the testing device locks by prompting students during their sign-in process. The testing device will automatically unlock when the student either completes the test or logs out of TestNav.
- Pearson has added an "Enable Microphone Permission" prompt in the updated TestNav app for iOS, which appears when you start TestNav for the first time following the update. This is a one-time task, but is required. TestNav will persistently prompt users to enable permission to "use" the microphone prior to navigating to a Sign In page. Follow the on-screen directions to enable the microphone.
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My name is Carrie Goesel. I have two girls at Burley (Kindergarten and 2nd Grade) and work full-time at a fortune 500 P&C insurance company. Our morning commute to school is about a 20 second walk, but I know at least two other families with shorter commute times!
I recently joined FOB because I want to be an active part of the school and my children's education. I believe that for public school to be effective for our children, parents need to be involved and support the teachers, the administration and each other. Being part of FOB has helped my family feel a stronger connection to the Burley community and I've gotten to know so many more great people. I am passionate about making a positive impact for current and future Burley families and FOB is a great place to do just that.
Since joining FOB in the spring, I chaired our 2016 Movie in Burley Park Night. I have a (perhaps unnatural) fondness for outdoor movie watching, so this was an obvious fit. While it was very rewarding to help raise money for Burley, the best part for me was having so many families come out and enjoy spending time together. Seeing the kids run around Burley park and all of the parents lending a helping hand and/or doling out cash for concessions really showcased the depth of this community. I'm so proud to be part of it!


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at least in Brazil.
Usinas Siderurgicas de Minas Gerais SA was the only Brazilian steelmaker stock to post gains today, following speculation it will boost prices to counter higher costs.
Usiminas, as the Belo Horizonte, Brazil-based company is known, rose 0.4 percent to 12.09 reais at the close in Sao Paulo. The shares were the second-best performer after pulp producer Fibria Celulose SA (FIBR3) in the MSCI Brazil/Materials index, which fell 1.7 percent to the lowest since Dec. 25.
Usiminas informed clients that domestic prices will rise 3.5 percent to 7 percent on Jan. 20, a person with knowledge of the plan said, declining to be named because the increase hasn't been made public. The company is trying to increase profit margins amid rising prices for coal and iron-ore used to make steel, the person said.
"Price increases are always good," Leonardo Brito, an equity analyst at hedge fund Teorica Investimentos, said by telephone from Rio de Janeiro today. "Despite being a bit expected, it still has some impact" on the stock performance.
A press official for Usiminas in Belo Horizonte said yesterday that the company doesn't comment on pricing.
ArcelorMittal (MT), the world's biggest steelmaker, and Cia. Siderurgica Nacional SA (SID), Brazil's third-largest, are seeking to boost prices in the country by between 3.5 percent and 7.5 percent, another person with knowledge of those plans said Jan. 9. An external media official working for ArcelorMittal in Belo Horizonte said the company doesn't comment on its price policy. Officials at CSN, as the Brazilian steelmaker is known, also declined to comment.
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I would prefer to see data showing significantly higher manufacturing/housing demand than planned increases in price by suppliers before buying these.
One of these days, this metric will get better, and these will be good stocks to own. I just don't see that it is the right time to buy them now.
While on the subject, you can't make steel on an industrial scale (large) without met. coal. I would keep an eye out for opportunities in this space also. WLT comes to mind.
disclosure: My portfolio is such a mess, I really need to clean it up. I still have some shares of MT. i have owned WLT before but don't now.
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Exercise the brain a little bit, trying to remember where the exact copy of a Norm of the Norm character picture is in this memory challenge. The game is simple, puzzling and brings the best moments from the scenes of the movie, all with a second clone hidden somewhere on the board, something the player has to figure out. Turn up to two cards at the same time and try to remind yourself where the position is, as it won't change and the match may come right in the next few movements of yours during the play.
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A new trailer for Marc Webb's The Amazing Spider-Man has hit the Internet, showing off a bit of new footage and a bit of additional insight into Peter Parker's (Andrew Garfield) learning curve when he's putting together his Spidey gadgets.
The action looks top-notch, and we get a bit of new footage showing Peter Parker falling off a roof—possibly when he's just figuring out how to use his webslingers—and swinging off into the sunset.
This latest trailer has a good mix of new footage, along with some of what we've seen before, and it strikes a good balance between story and action.
The Amazing Spider-Man stars Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Denis Leary, Martin Sheen and Sally Field.
The flick opens July 3.
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April 10, 2014 09:00 ET
Sale reflects Gentor's focus on its copper exploration properties in Turkey
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - April 10, 2014) - Gentor Resources Inc. ("Gentor" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:GNT) announces that it has entered into an agreement with Savannah Resources plc (the "Purchaser") to sell Gentor's properties in Oman to the Purchaser (the "Oman Sale"). The Purchaser is an AIM-listed mineral exploration company. The Oman Sale is being effected by way of the sale to the Purchaser of all of Gentor's shares in Gentor's wholly-owned British Virgin Islands subsidiary, Gentor Resources Limited. The interests of Gentor in its properties in Oman are held through the said subsidiary.
Gentor's President and CEO Arnold T. Kondrat commented: "The sale of our Oman properties reflects Gentor's focus on its copper exploration properties in Turkey, which we believe represent a very exciting opportunity for Gentor and its shareholders."
The consideration for the Oman Sale is as follows:
1. Initial Consideration
2. Deferred Consideration
Closing of the Oman Sale is anticipated to occur in May 2014 and is subject to regulatory approvals, including the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange, as well as certain legal formalities.
About Gentor
Gentor is a mineral exploration company with copper exploration properties in Turkey. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by developing highly prospective mineral properties around the globe, with current focus in Turkey.
Cautionary Note
Forward-Looking Information: This press release contains forward-looking information. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that the Company believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future (including, without limitation, statements regarding the closing of the Oman Sale, potential mineralization and the Company's exploration plans) are forward-looking information. This forward-looking information reflects the current expectations or beliefs of the Company based on information currently available to the Company. Forward-looking information is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results of the Company to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking information, and even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on the Company. Factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations include, among other things, the need to satisfy regulatory and legal requirements and other conditions to closing with respect to the Oman Sale, the possibility that the completion of the Oman Sale may be delayed or may not happen at all as a result of a failure to satisfy conditions to closing, uncertainties relating to the availability and costs of financing needed in the future, risks related to the exploration stage of the Company's properties, the possibility that future exploration results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations, changes in world copper markets and equity markets, political developments in Turkey, the uncertainties involved in interpreting drilling results and other geological data and the other risks disclosed under the heading "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in the Company's annual report on Form 20-F dated April 30, 2013 relating to the year ended December 31, 2012 filed on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and EDGAR at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking information speaks only as of the date on which it is provided and, except as may be required by applicable securities laws, the Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. Although the Company believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking information are reasonable, forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and accordingly undue reliance should not be put on such information due to the inherent uncertainty therein.
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Gentor Resources Inc.Arnold T. KondratPresident & CEOToronto, Ontario, Tel: + 1 (416) 366 2221or + 1 (800) 714 7938www.gentorresources.com
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Nicolas G GreenUniversity of Glasgow, UK
Keywords: dielectrophoresis, electrohydrodynamics, electroosmosis, particle
Abstract:The use of AC electric fields for the manipulation, characterisation and separation of particles in suspension (dielectrophoresis: DEP) has become an area of considerable interest, both in basic research of the underlying physical mechanisms [1] and commercial application [2,3]. Dielectrophoresis has been developed into a technique for the development of Micro Total Analysis Systems (see for example [4]) particularly for particle or cell sorting in microsystems. It is likely that there will be considerable future development of this technique in the area of microsystems and the Lab-on-a-chip, which is currently a major area of research and industrial effort.
This paper presents simulations of the motion of particles under the influence of dielectrophoresis [1], electrothermal fluid flow [1] and AC electroosmosis [5]. This work is the first attempt to produce an accurate model, combining these three effects, for the behaviour of micrometre and sub-micrometre scale particle in AC electric fields on microelectrodes. The results of the simulations are compared with experimental measurements and observations of fluorescent particles suspended in aqueous electrolytes on microelectrodes. The strong influence of the fluid flow on particle behaviour is conclusively demonstrated as well as the potential of using controlled fluid flow for the practical purpose of particle separation.
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[TOOTH Summit] Dr. John Mew On Proper Oral Posture for a Beautiful Face and Mouth
It's time for some straight talk on straightening our teeth. While orthodontic treatments can cost thousands of dollars and take several years, the real costs are often greater than they initially appear. With damage to tooth roots, and underlying conditions like mouth breathing, poor oral posture and an unbalanced diet, some 80-90% of orthodontic treatments collapse years later. Since the end of World War II our next guest has taken a very unconventional approach to restoring a healthy oral posture to his patients. While his work is guaranteed to be effective, it has been highly suppressed and some of our other guests during this series, who are very familiar, even highly admiring of his work, admitted to me that they didn't dare use the name "orthotropic" for fear of falling under the same pressures.
At nearly 90 years old, Dr. John Mew certainly doesn't need to impress, and stands as the only man who ever pointed out my "unattractive features" and still kept speaking to me. Here to set us straight on the subject of straight teeth is a remarkable dentist, dedicated researcher and renegade health hero. Just a little note that we were speaking over Skype video, and he must have thought I was going to interview him for an article. He dives right in to give me a full facial diagnosis, so not much intro. We popped on the screen and dove right in before I even had time to push the recording button!
What You'll Discover in This Call:
- How incredibly suppressed Dr. Mew's work in the field of orthotropics has been.
- How he began his research near the end of World War II by picking up after where his father left off.
- The exact postural requirements for a healthy jaw that if you have them and apply them, you'll have perfectly shaped teeth and mouth your entire life.
- The real reason people's mouths are filled with crooked teeth.
- The key research Dr. Mew believes is of vital importance to all dentists and orthodontists, but that no one is being given.
- Some really easy and empowering posture tricks that can make a huge difference to your oral and overall health.
- What a neat person Dr. Mew is to have dedicated his life to swimming upstream with courage and persistence for nearly a century!!
You can learn more about Dr. John Mew's work here.
You can visit his professional and individual website here. It is LOADED with pictures which are the result of a lifetime of dedicated work in the field of orthodontics. AMAZING!
I have no doubt that if you contact their centre, someone will be able to direct you toward a trustworthy health care practitioner in your area!
Also, I highly recommend spending some time reviewing the lectures and Youtube videos which have been recorded by both Dr. John Mew and his son, Dr. Michael Mew. You can find those there. Many indicate very practical and valuable tips for oral posture and exercises to significantly enhance and improve your health and overall posture, too! Truly valuable videos, worth your time and attention.


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Skip to comments.BOSTOM: Uncovering the roots of Islamic radicalization
Posted on 03/09/2011 9:05:26 AM PST by jazusamo
King hearings should probe imams whose teachings threaten Americans
Despite opposition from the usual Muslim Brotherhood offshoot "advocacy" groups in the United States, Rep. Peter King is forging ahead with hearings Thursday on what he terms domestic "Muslim radicalization."
I believe direct cross-examination of clerics from the Assembly of Muslim Jurists of America (AMJA), including a frank discussion of their public "fatwas" (Islamic religious rulings), is essential to the congressman's critically important goal of understanding Muslim radicalization in America.
Finally, another Arabic-language fatwa from Salah Al-Sawy, secretary-general of the AMJA, leaves open the possibility for offensive jihad against America and the West as soon as Muslims are capable of waging it. When asked whether "the Islamic missionary effort in the West ... [was] to the point where it could take advantage of offensive jihad," Mr. Al-Sawy ruled: "The Islamic community does not possess the strength to engage in offensive jihad at this time. With our current capabilities, we are aspiring toward defensive jihad, and to improve our position with regards to jurisprudence at this stage. But there is a different discussion for each situation. Allah Almighty knows best."
Given these odious, if unabashed, public rulings, it is incumbent upon Mr. King and his committee staff to subpoena, if necessary, the AMJA clerics who have issued them. Publicizing and elaborating the "rationalizations" for such Islamic rulings by these clerics - authoritative representatives of mainstream, institutional Islam - will afford critical insights into the radicalization of American Muslims.
(Excerpt) Read more at washingtontimes.com ...
The Brotherhood's official website notes that jihad is Islam's most important tool in effecting a gradual takeover, beginning with the Muslim countries, moving on to reestablishing the Caliphate over three continents in preparation for a conquest of the West, and finally instituting a global Islamic state.
Of course, he could ask witnesses for their view of such statements, whether waging jihad against the U.S. is a commandment of Allah, etc.; and whether they separate themselves from the statements, and if so, in what practical ways.
Arab and Muslim regimes are betraying their people by failing to confront the Muslims real enemies, not only Israel but also the United States. Waging jihad against both of these infidels is a commandment of Allah that cannot be disregarded (what) the (Muslim) nation seeks can only be attained through jihad and by raising a jihadi generation that pursues death just as the enemies pursue life. - Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood leader Mohammed Badie, October 2010
- democracy is
forbidden for Muslims
democracy (is) incompatible with Islam because the Koran insisted Allah was the sole lawmaker
humans have no right to make laws. (http://www.news.com.au/national/islamist-leader-burhan-hanif-tells-aussie-muslims-told-to-shun-democracy/story-e6frfkvr-1225887784755#ixzz0slho45BW)
Well, you beat me to it, got hung up on the telephone.
Agreed, and if the AMJA is considered a mainstream American Muslim organization they'd better ask many questions about these clerics and their fatwas.
Most everyone seems to understand that the Muslim Brotherhood was and still is a radical Islamic org except our president and there doesn't seem to be a whole lot of difference in the MB and the AMJA.
Who sez' they're civilized?
Exactly, get some resident AMJA clerics before the hearing and fire away with questions. If Bostom got this info on the org it'd be safe to say our government has more.
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Importance of Sodium
Sodium is the most abundant cation or positively charged ion in your body's tissues and fluids. Essentially, all life processes are chemical reactions which take place at the cellular level. Sodium is important for those reactions which occur in your nerve and muscle cells.
Sodium also affects how your body retains water. Your body exists in a state of equilibrium between your blood vessels, organ systems, and the surrounding tissues. If you take in too much salt, your body will retain water to restore the proper concentration of electrolytes and water in your system. Sometimes, certain conditions whether temporary or chronic can cause imbalances which show up as low sodium in blood tests.
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Causes of Low Sodium
Usually, your body does a good job of maintaining proper levels of sodium. However, if you are taking diuretics or drinking too much water, you can cause your body to excrete high levels of sodium, resulting in low blood sodium levels.
Conditions such as Syndrome of Inappropriate Anti-Diuretic Hormone (SIADH) cause the reverse effect. Rather than reducing your blood's concentration of sodium through urination, blood concentrations drop due to retaining water caused by an abundance of anti-diuretic hormones. Anti-diuretic drugs may be prescribed as part of cancer treatment plans and cause similar effects.
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Symptoms of Low Sodium
Unless you have a severe case, chances are you may not have overt symptoms. The only way you may find out is if there is low sodium in blood tests. If you do experience symptoms, they may include headaches and nausea. You may also feel drowsy or have moments of confusion as your body struggles to perform while deficient in this vital mineral.
If you complain of such signs, your doctor will likely order blood tests in order to determine your blood chemistry. Symptoms such as confusion and headaches indicate that your brain is somehow affected, which may prompt your doctor to take this course of action. Normal sodium levels range from 136 to 145 mEq/L. Sodium and other electrolyte levels can be detected by running a profile test on a small blood draw. The test will show the normal ranges and where you fall within these spans. Test results are typically available the same day or the following.
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Treatment Options
How much you drink can affect your blood sodium levels. Your doctor may make changes in your diet which affect how much you drink or the amount of sodium in which you ingest. If diuretics or other medications are causing your hyponatremia, she may recommend changes in your dosage levels.
She may also recommend electrolyte replacement in order to quickly restore proper levels. Treatment is imperative as severe cases can cause swelling of the brain, which can lead to fatal consequences.
Because of its role in your body's functioning, proper levels of blood sodium are important for your good health. If you have any of the risk factors because of the medication your take or pre-existing conditions, make sure and discuss regular testing to keep track of your sodium levels. Your life may depend upon it.
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Chemo Care: Hyponatremia (Low Sodium) – www.chemocare.com/
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To fill up your diet with the right balance of nutrients, your first step is to get familiar with the Australian Dietary Guidelines. These official National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations give you a clear snapshot of what you should be eating each day in order to build healthy eating habits at any stage of life.
The latest version of the Australian Dietary Guidelines was released in 2013. The previous guidelines were issued in 2003, and these new ones confirm that what was sound nutrition advice 10 years ago is still very much the case today.
With the revised guidelines now available it is a great opportunity for people to compare their own diet to the recommendations and look at ways they can improve their diet to achieve better health.
Taking a look at the actual consumption of Australians versus recommended consumption, we can quickly see a few areas for improvement.
The following information refers to recommendations for men and women aged between 19 and 50. Visit eatforhealth.gov.au for more details and for guidelines for specific age groups.
1. Vegetables and legumes – 5-6 serves per day
The revised guidelines suggest 5-6 serves of vegetable and legumes/beans per day for women and men aged between 19 and 50. However, the most recent dietary surveys show that consumption in Australia is generally less than half that. Including a salad with your evening meal is a great way to boost your vegetable intake.
2. Fruit – 2 serves per day
Recommended fruit intake for the same group is two pieces per day, yet survey results show that most Australians need to double their intake to meet these guidelines. Be sure to have a well stocked fruit bowl in the kitchen so when you need a snack a piece of fruit is handy.
3. Wholegrains – 6 serves per day
Grains are a mixed bag. Whole grains are very low in consumption whereas refined grain intake, such as cereal, can be reduced by 30%. When choosing bread, cereal, pasta and rice be sure to look for wholegrain varieties.
4. Meat – 2 ½ -3 serves per day
Trends in the meat group lean towards a recommended increase in poultry, fish, seafood, eggs, tofu, nuts and seeds and a reduction in lean red meat for men. Children are encouraged to eat more lean red meat in place of fatty cuts of meat to meet recommendations.
5. Dairy – 2 ½ serves per day
There is also room for improvement in the dairy category, an overall doubling in consumption of milk, yoghurt and cheese products for adults, but halving of higher fat varieties and a four-fold increase of reduced fat varieties. With increased reduced fat dairy options available these should be the first choice for adults.
For more information
While incorporating any change in diet can be challenging, there are plenty of great resources to help make dietary changes to protect your health. Visit eatforhealth.gov.au and view our dietary guidelines video for a snapshot of what you should be including in your daily food intake.
Survey data provided by NH&MRC and Australian Bureau of Statistics – National Nutrition Survey: Foods eaten, Australia 1995 and Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, Preventative Health National Research Flagship, University of South Australia. 2007 Australian National Children's Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey