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Good for you... now is there an article to read or is this just posted for bragging rights?
BTW: if you're really looking to speed up boot time, the problem is with the lazy outdated init system. Fortunately a much more advanced and much quicker replacement is being developed: http://freshmeat.net/projects/nextgenerationinit/?branch_id=57943&r...
Somehow as KDE or Gnome takes more time to start by themselves than BeOS did to boot the OS + start the desktop (on slower hardware), I doubt that a better init system is enough to have a really fast boot (desktop included) on Linux..
It's a good thing that BeOS is still a portable, and viable operating system. I, for one, can't wait for the next release!
Of course your right,that BeOS is mostly dead.
But I 'm just not very impressed that he managed to configure Linux to boot in 25s to get only to the login screen whereas BeOS did boot in 14s up to the full desktop with the default BeOS setup (no tweaking, I'm sure some BeOS guru could have reduced boot time).
And 25s with a much more powerful computer! And KDE or Gnome take quite some time to start, 'quick boot' indeed!
I think
Thom didnt mean at all to tell us HOW he achieved that, just wanted us to know about the fact :-)
Well, I guess he just disabled some unneeded services and set (g|k)dm to start as early as possible without compromising desktop functionality. Still it's a bit hackish: in a desktop configuration, the system must be setup like this out of the box. The user shouldn't have to fiddle with services.
initng gets ubuntu hoary boot to gdm login screen around 20 seconds (the images show the slowest boot i recorded). the differences in the bootchart's are dramatic.
that was with a really quick and dirty port of the sysvinit scripts. it could probably get down to 10 seconds with more work. initng has also gotten faster since i ran these tests by embedding shell parsers (instead of spawning /bin/bash processes) and using faster shells such as dash and ash.
Fedora contains the experimental Early-login support.
On my Pentium 3 667mhz, 192 RAM It takes 30 seconds to boot (after the bios and grub OS select screen) including login.
And that's without the init.d work that is being planned for the future!
All you need to do is:
change the chkconfig: line in /etc/init.d/xfs to
# chkconfig: 2345 08 97
and also change the chkconfig: line in etc/init.d/syslog to
# chkconfig: 2345 07 98
and then in the terminal run
/sbin/chkconfig xfs on
/sbin/chkconfig syslog on
/sbin/chkconfig --add gdm-early-login
/sbin/chkconfig --add gdm-allow-login
/sbin/chkconfig gdm-early-login on
/sbin/chkconfig gdm-allow-login on
to regenerate the symlinks in /etc/rc5.d
Lastly in grub entry replace rhgb with early login.
Et Viola, super fast startup. And that is without messing with any service settings!
why does it really make a difference how long it takes to boot a linux system... it's not like windows where you have to reboot every time you install software or change major settings.
besides... i think most linux users leave there computers on for long periods of time anyway
Let's see. I don't use my computer while out of the house or while sleeping. If I had a proper job, that would amount to at least 16 hours per day. Why boost my energy bill?
Computers generate a lot of heat. If you have a small office, then the heat can become unbearable during the summer months. The only way to overcome that problem is to pay more for electricity for air conditioning, or turn off the computer when it is unused.
If the computers are in a common use area, the fans get annoying. This is particularly true for those who haven't reached geek enlightenment.
Hrm... too bad you haven't figured out how to use your computer while away. Logging in from work to download various papers (I scan everything), to grab a song I want to hear, to push somthing home that I want to look at further when I get home, etc, etc, etc sure is nice! Don't know what I'd do without SFTP! I don't keep personal files at work anymore!
Of course I can use my computer while I'm away from home, but the question is usually why? I'm supposed to be in front of people expounding the wonders of science while at work, not twiddling with a mouse.
Even whilr on vacation, I don't need to have the computer on 24/7. The BIOS is set to power it up in the morning, and I shut it down at night.
Finally, the critical stuff is stored on a server which is shared by hundreds of people. I don't even have to feel guilty about leaving an unused system running, because that server is always in use.
I heard a new init is on development and is going to be very fast, Well... cool, It will be cool if those guys do a *fast* and *simple* rc's scripts too, for the new init, and will be cool if distros start using that, I heard the problem with speed is the old sysvinit and the distros that put too much process on the boot, So... I think that would be a good idea
Does it take more than 3 seconds to start using your CD player, DVD player, microwave, telephone (not cell!), radio, car, etc?
It takes 3 seconds(?) to do a reset on my Zodiac2. That's what we should be aiming for.
Problem is, the BIOS is still slowing things down. My own BIOS (ASUS P4C800-E) takes about 6 to 10 seconds (or infinity if my Adaptec USB hub is plugged in and powered on!), then the SCSI BIOS (2940U2W with 4 devices) takes another 6 to 10 seconds (10 seconds or more if there are CDs in the two CD drives). That's, at worst, already 12 to 20 seconds lost before the OS loader even gets a chance.
Hardware and software are too separated!! The OS should be part of the computer and should be on non-volitile memory. How old will I have to be before computers become complete appliances and not piles of workarounds and geekisms?
When you turned on your computer and the OS booted in a couple seconds out of ROM. BeOS comes in at a close second with about 15 seconds to boot to the desktop (BIOS time not included) on my 400MHz Celeron box with 64Mb of RAM.
Take out a few (unnecessary) drivers and the systems boots even faster!
My MacOS X 10.3.9 install on my 1.8GHz G4 (upgraded Digital Audio) with 1.5Gb of RAM and 80Gb 7200rmp DMA/100 Western Digital HD takes about a good 1.5 minutes to get to the desktop. That little gear thingy just spins and spins and spins... *sigh*
My MacOS X 10.3.9 install on my 1.8GHz G4 (upgraded Digital Audio) with 1.5Gb of RAM and 80Gb 7200rmp DMA/100 Western Digital HD takes about a good 1.5 minutes to get to the desktop. That little gear thingy just spins and spins and spins... *sigh*
You folks is spoiled! Why, in my day, an 020 based Mac running 7.5.5 with two full lines of extensions could take several minutes to boot. You'd turn the machine on, then go grab a cup of coffee and a danish. By the time you finished them, it would be just about ready.
You already have a parallel boot system by Richard Gooch in sysutil and it boots like a rocket, from initramfs run-init to login in about 8 seconds. It's just not compiled by default. Dump sysvinit and
cd util-linux-2.12a
make HAVE_KILL=yes HAVE_SLN=yes
cd login-utils
make HAVE_KILL=yes HAVE_SLN=yes all-getty all-init all-misc
make HAVE_KILL=yes HAVE_SLN=yes install-init install-getty install-misc
cd ..
make HAVE_KILL=yes HAVE_SLN=yes install
link init to simple-init and get his scripts or take mine.


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That's just what I'd want in my dream kitchen--big, tall, open windows. and lots of them!
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- Bethany Hissong said...
I definitely agree! Love those green cupboards too! You just talked me into avoiding my curtain sewing once again :)
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I also love the green! My kitchen now is green and when we move I want the exact same colors!
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Experiencing Disability
1. A Great Work, part 2
Promotional film for Lord Mayor Treloar Hospital and College at Alton, showing life there for crippled boys in 1923. (British Pathe (commissioned); 1923; B/W; silent)
2. The Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress- Sir Maurice and Lady Jenks - visit the Treloar homes
Amateur footage of a visit in 1933, featuring patients, nursing staff and dignitories. (Mrs D Campbell and W Craven-Ellis, MP; 1933; B/W; silent)
3. A Job Well Done
Gaumont British Instructional film about Treloars in 1944. (Gaumont British Instructional; 1944; B/W; sound)
4. Lest We Forget
Extracts from footage of the war village at Enham Alamein in 1937, showing former servicemen employed and living with their families, thanks to the Enham Trust. (Associated British Picture Corpn.; 1937; B/W; silent)
5. Disabled Persons
Made by Portsmouth factory owner W J Evans in about 1950, this extract shows disabled staff at work and makes a plea for other employers to take on more such workers. (W J Evans; c1950; B/W; silent)
6. Out and About
Extracts showing pupils of Aster House School in Southampton at Summer School in Stubbington, 1959. (Weston Park Film Unit; 1959; Colour; sound)
7. Disabled at Le Court
Extracts from 1960s film made by residents of this Cheshire Foundation Home near Liss, showing the use of adaptive technology to make their lives easier. (Le Court Film Unit; 1960s; Colour;sound)
8. Lifeline
Jubilee Sailing Trust film showing disabled people crewing tall ship Lord Nelson, and helping to build her successor. (Jubilee Sailing Trust; 1997; Colour; sound)
9. Our Job is Making a Difference
A 2005 DVD about Treloar School and what it has to offer, which contrasts with the other films shown earlier in the sequence. (Treloar Trust; 2005; Colour; sound)
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Marinated Kale + Bulgur Salad with Cucumber
Every week, Caroline Wright creates simple, civilized recipes for Food52 that feed four -- for under $20, in under 20 minutes.
Today: Two summer favorites join forces to create one fresh, wholesome meal.
I feel like I have written so much on the merits of grain salads, probably because they are one of my favorite things to make and eat for a quick meal. This recipe takes my other parallel obsession of kale salad and marries my two favorites together in one dish. Crushing thick kale leaves with a dressing breaks down their raw flavor and texture without eliminating them and lends the salad a toothsome freshness that feels perfect for a summer dinner. Best of all, you can make this in advance -- a saving grace in my household with an almost-toddler -- so dinner is never far away.
Marinated Kale + Bulgur Salad with Cucumber
1 cup bulgur
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon crushed coriander seed
1 sprig rosemary, leaves stripped (about 1 tablespoon)
1 bunch kale, thick stems removed and sliced into 1-inch pieces (about 6 cups)
2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces goat cheese, divided into 4 pieces
1 1/2 cups chopped cucumber (from 1/2 a large seedless cucumber)
See the full recipe (and save and print it) here.
As a freelance food writer and cook, I first wrote this style of recipe as a column on my blog, The Wright Recipes, as an excuse to cook good food for my friends in a quick and simple way.
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ASO Tips & Strategies: How to Increase Your App Traffic
There are more than one million apps in the App Store, and sorting through them isn't always easy. Besides that, over one hundred new apps will be added in app store every day. The competition of app area becomes fiercer and fiercer. What can app developers do to get their apps be found in the app store. All the app developers need to know how to use ASO. Aso services can help them to solve this problem.
If large crowds of people see your app so more of them can buy it. That's why traffic is the most direct and effective way to boost your sales. After all, there's no limit to your traffic from both inside and outside the App Store. However, many apps in the App Store today are nearly invisible. They can't be found easily in search, they aren't featured on the charts, and most people don't know they even exist.I strongly suggest you to visit app store optimization to learn more about this.
Increasing traffic to your mobile app is a matter of getting the largest amount of relevant and interested users to enter into your conversion funnel. Mobile app marketing relies heavily on downloads to lead to conversions and boosting sales. Here are some tips of how to increase your app traffic. First of all, you should put your Mobile App URL in front of your customers by strategically placing it within the prime real estate your social media platforms provide. You can create an engaging status with the direct URL to the mobile app URL attached. Pin the post to the top of your Face book Page for week long visibility. Pinned posts will stay at the top of your wall for 7 days.
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Last week IMD graduated a new class of Executive MBAs after a life-changing journey through global business, travels around the world and intense moments of crisis preparation.
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Who frontman Roger Daltrey noncommittal on another reunion tour: 'It all depends'
Frontman Roger Daltrey was noncommittal about another reunion tour for the Who, saying "it all depends on whether it feels right."
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More often than not, it's seemed like Dr. John has relied on the dark mysteries of his voice — rather than the material — to sell his records. Of course, what a voice it is: Full of wry sweetness, weed-smoke inscrutability and spicy indignation.
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Coming off the magnificent All Wrapped Up, Jared Gold is back just under a year later with Golden Child. A program that alternates standards with his originals, Golden Child is another parade of Gold's advanced B3 articulations. Whereas on Wrapped he delved more into knotty arrangements and modalisms atypical of organ jazz, he returns to the organ/guitar/drums attack used onRead More
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Monday in Madison, WI, Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton said Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump was a result of Republicans' "extremist tactics."
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CLINTON: As scary as it might be, ask yourselves, what kind of justice would a President Trump appoint? Or for that matter, what kind of attorney general? What kind of lower court judges? As you know, he believes Muslims should be banned from entering this country because of their faith. What would that mean for a nation founded on religious freedom? He wants to round up 11 million immigrants and kick them out. What would that mean for a nation built by immigrants? He says wages for working people are too high and we shouldn't raise the minimum wage. What would that mean for working people? And a court that's already tilting in favor of powerful corporations?
Let's be clear about what's really going on here. The current fight over Judge Garland is just the latest in a long line of actions aimed at disrupting our government and undermining our president. And the result is an America that's more divided, more dysfunctional, and less secure. Consider how Republicans led by Ted Cruz shut down the entire federal government in 2013, rather than fund the Affordable Care Act. Or how they almost shut down the government again last fall over trying to defund Planned Parenthood. Remember what Mitch McConnell, the Republican leader in the Senate said back in 2010. That the single most important priority for Republicans was making Barack Obama a one-term president. Now, some people thought that was hyperbole, but I always remember Maya Angelou 's advice. When someone shows you who they are, believe them. Right? And today Republican leaders have been showing us who they are—in fact, for a long time.
Blocking Judge Garland is just the latest evidence and we should start believing them. If you want to know where that kind of obstruction and recklessness leads, look at the Republican race for the presidency. Now every day, another Republican bemoans the rise of Donald Trump, saying a Trump nomination will set their party back decades. I agree. It will set the Republican party back if Donald Trump is their standard-bearer. But Donald Trump didn't come out of nowhere. What the Republicans have sown with their extremist tactics, they are now reaping with Donald Trump's candidacy. It wasn't long after Senator McConnell said his number one goal was to prevent the president's re-election that Donald Trump started his racist campaign to discredit the president's citizenship. Remember? The birther movement.
And Ted Cruz embarked on his strategy of holding the government hostage to get his way. These things are connected. When you have leaders willing to bring the whole of government to a halt to make headlines, you may just give rise to candidates who promise to do even more radical and dangerous things. Because once you make the extreme normal, you open the door to even worse. And when you have a party dead-set on demonizing the president, you may just end up with a candidate who says the president never legally was the president at all. Enough is enough.


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As soon as April said the words, I felt the hairs on my arms sparkle.
And the irony is, April was talking about her daughter's cold. A cold! Is there anything more mundane, or less sparkle-inducing, than a January phone call about a kid's runny nose and scratchy throat?
But April and her family were visiting San Francisco from the east coast, and they were supposed to drive down to see us that day. She called to make sure it was still okay for them to come, kid sniffles and all.
Sure, I told her. It's totally fine with us. My boys are older, so I really don't worry about germs that much anymore. Really, though, you need to decide if you're okay coming down given how your daughter is feeling...
And that's when she said it. The sparklewords.
We'll come, she said. When given the choice, we always opt for adventure.
I hung up the phone.
When given the choice, they always opt for adventure.
Opt for adventure. Opt-for-adventure. Optforadventure.
I've been thinking about this for days.
Me? I opt for adventure, when someone incents me to. I opt for adventure, after hemming and hawing. I opt for adventure, when it's convenient, if you'll drive me, when I have to, or if the snacks on the docket tempt so hard my stomach punts me out the door and locks it behind me. In other words, I don't opt for adventure all that often, at least anymore.
So I'm wrestling with this adventure non-opting tendency of mine, and thanks to April's inadvertent inspiration, I've decided to crush it. Baby steps at first. Getting out more on weekends, and at night. Taking myself up to San Francisco, which is so close, but where I never go. Modeling adventurous behavior for my kids.
After April and her family visited for a few hours, and then left, my husband, boys, and I discussed what to do with our evening. Should we go out for dinner? Head somewhere fun?
Yes, of course we should.
That we stayed in, lit a fire, played Boggle, and made rice pudding in our pajamas instead is not necessarily something I'm proud of. But I'm not really ashamed of it either. It takes time to change, and I need to be patient.
The next morning, I warmed the leftover rice pudding, thinning it with a bit more milk. I tossed on a crush of pistachio and lemon, and ate this erstwhile dessert for breakfast. You know how that felt?
I'll get there eventually, to a more adventure-filled life.
I'm just taking it one spoonful at a time.
Simplest Rice Pudding with lemon-pistachio crush
Last week, my friend Emma and I traded books. I went home with her copy of Sophie Dahl's lovely Very Fond of Food (Ten Speed, 2011), and Emma adopted my extra copy of Ruth Reichl's Comfort Me with Apples (Random House, 2001/2010).
This rice pudding originated with Dahl's recipe for Rice Pudding Cake. While making it, though, the rice took so long to absorb the milk that I got impatient, changed tacks, screwed the cake, and we all just ate warm, sweet, milky rice for dessert instead. There was a bit left over.
The next morning, the budding adventurer in me decided that if oatmeal qualifies as breakfast, then you know what? Rice pudding should, too.
Makes 4 servings
4 cups milk (I used 2%), plus extra for breakfast
3/4 cup Arborio rice
2 lemons (Meyers are lovely if you have them), divided
2 tablespoons superfine sugar, plus more (to taste)
Handful of lightly toasted (unsalted) pistachios
Combine the milk, rice, and zest of 1 lemon in a medium saucepan over low heat. (Refrigerate the zested lemon, wrapped well in plastic, for another use.) Cook gently, whisking occasionally, until the rice absorbs about 85 percent of the liquid. This will happen quite slowly at first, so you can play Boggle and pop in just to give it a quick whisk every now and again. After about 20 minutes, though, you'll want to stay close and scrape the saucepan with your whisk more frequently. This can take anywhere from 40 to 60 minutes, so clear your schedule. You don't want the milk to scorch.
When the pudding is ready, stir in the sugar and give a taste. If it's not sweet enough, add additional sugar, just a bit at a time, until you're happy. Cool ever so slightly.
Serve warm, right away, or cool completely and refrigerate overnight.
In the morning, thin the leftover pudding with additional milk until it's creamy and fluid, like a loose porridge. Reheat gently. Zest the second lemon onto a cutting board. Lay the pistachios on top. Chop the pistachios into the zest, then sprinkle this bright topping over your {cough} cereal.


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Marshmallow World & Other Holiday Favorites
Raul Malo Marshmallow World & Other Holiday Favorites NewDoor Every holiday season a new blizzard of seasonal albums hit the store shelves and online shops. How's a merry elf to know which one to choose with so many options out there? I suggest you take off your Santa cap, scratch behind your pointy ears and think about your favorite artists and the kind of music you enjoy outside of the holiday season. I'll bet that will give you direction in choosing a new CD from this year's drift of ho-ho-ho. If you've been spending time listening to WYEP then Raul Malo's Marshmallow World & Other Holiday Favorites might be just the pick for you. Malo has been an audience pleaser beginning with his days in the neo-country band The Mavericks. He's continued to delight as a solo artist whether he's singing his own Latin-tinged compositions or covering standards. His rich tenor and heart-wrenching phrasing has captured a loyal following for his recent releases and frequent visits to Pittsburgh. There's something a little campy about Malo's cover albums and Marshmallow World gives him the chance to let the sentiment rip on the holiday standards. The title track is absolutely over the top with syrupy string arrangements, skipping flute interludes and Ray Conniff-like backing chorus. Listen to this one while wearing your v-neck cashmere sweater, preferably red with argyle trim. From here we get a dose of broken-hearted Christmas lamentation. "Not So Merry Christmas" is the kind of song that seems to have been written for a voice like Malo's and the arrangement, with its lonely twang-guitar, is sure to remind you of his work with The Mavericks. "I'll Be Home For Christmas" follows in this tear-streaked vein. Holiday's are a time to raise the glass so let's head to the lounge for "Jingle Bells" and "White Christmas." Snapping fingers, bar-organ and jazzy vocals bring inspiration to toastmaster's everywhere. Raul offers ample reason for mixing the cocktails and getting all sentimental over your co-workers. As for you couples who need a little grinding music for the mistletoe dance, Raul delivers the goods with the bluesy, horn-infused number, "Santa Claus Is Back In Town." Come to think of it, "Blue Christmas" should get you coupled on the dance floor, as well. "Silver Bells begins as a light tango then turns into a swinging band number. Malo's exuberant take on "Feliz Navidad" acknowledges his Latin heritage in the style of his first solo album. His treatment of "Silent Night" is as close to traditional or reverent as you'll get on this release but it does showcase his vocals at there most beautiful and crystalline. Past generations had their Christmas crooners; Bing Crosby, Andy Williams, Doris Day, Johnny Mathias, Robert Goulet, and Nat King Cole brought their gift to holiday revelers. We have Raul Malo to listen to as we hang the garland, bake the cookies and deal with holiday traffic (RMW)


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My favorite part was the "J" page. I liked the juggler on that page. I want to learn how to juggle! I think it would be alot of fun!! I also like Clifford. I think he is really fun and neat!
I think you will like this book too!! You should read it if you like Clifford and the alphabet!!


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Large volumes and comfort in the heart of elegant Chiado
With one of the best locations in the heart of the city, in this apartment you'll be close to everything; culture, nightlife, shopping, theatres and the museums of Chiado. It's impossible to be disappointed with the Nova Almada 252 apartment which offers a pleasant, relaxing space to savour a little relaxation time after exploring the city.
The apartment:
The Nova Almada 252 apartment is a huge apartment that can easily accommodate up to 10 people. Flooded with natural light throughout, it is situated on the 3rd floor (with lift) of a building fully renovated by the famous Portuguese architect, Siza Vieira, the Nova Almada 252 benefits from a large living room with a contemporary decoration and all TV fittings, as well as Wifi internet access. Further along you'll find the dining room with a beautiful table its chairs.
The apartment features up to 10 people, and comprises a suite with a 160cm-wide double bed (queen size) with a bathroom with a bathtub. There are a second and third bedroom with three single beds in 90cm, as well as a fourth bedroom with a large double bed in 160cm, and a bathroom featuring a tub.
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare meals.
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If you choose the Nova Almada 252 apartment, be sure to enjoy the spirit of Lisbon with evening drinks in one of the many bars which make the Bairro Alto the centre of Lisbon nightlife.
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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 31 (UPI) -- Intel may give consumers a first look at its rumored cable TV set-top box at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas next week, tech sites are reporting.
The first working version of the tech giant's set-top box could be shown at Intel's CES event on January 7, an unnamed source at Intel told TechCrunch.
Intel may also be launching its own streaming television service, an industry source familiar with Intel's plans told TechCrunch.
The source was unable to provide a specific date for the launch of the service.
Using a broadband Internet connection, the set-top box would reportedly offer a service bundling certain TV channels and streaming content.
One rumored feature could remove the need for a dedicated DVR, as the service might let people watch any program broadcast over the past month, CNET reported.
Rumors of a television service from Intel first surfaces this past March following a report from The Wall Street Journal.


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National Accounts Manager - Take Home
£35K - £45k + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits Package
Cains Brewery is synonymous with Award Winning Beers of the Highest Quality using the Finest Ingredients.
Due to exciting expansion plans, opportunities have arisen on the Take Home Market.
The candidate must demonstrate the highest level of commitment and be able to thrive in a highly competitive fast moving environment. You must be an achiever looking ultimately for career advancement in an ambitious, rewarding and one of the most innovative Brewers in the country.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director your wide ranging remit will be to develop Cains Beer Brands and owned branded beers - in the Independent & National Take Home market including:
- Developing sales within existing trading accounts
- Supermarkets, Cash & Carrys, Independent Off Licenses
- Support the Cains Brands and owned branded beers at outlet levels
- Gain distribution of Cains core brands and owned branded beers
- Ensuring focus on National Account agreements at Regional levels
- Accompaniment days with regional teams for Asda, Coop, Morrisons, Tesco, Sainsbury's
- Build local relationships with key Supermarkets, Cash & Carrys and Independent Off Licenses
- Support Cains brands within National Accounts outlets
This varied and challenging role will require a highly self-motivated achiever who thrives on the ability to make decisions and follow through with the highest levels of customer service and has had sales experience within a similar role.
Health & Safety Advisor P/T 15 hours per week
Reporting to (Job Title): Quality & Safety Manager
Salary : £25,000 PA pro rota
Main duties and Responsibilities:
- Review MSDS and complete COSHH assessments for all materials used on site
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- Complete H&S audits and track compliance of corrective actions
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- Manage site systems to ensure legal compliance with Environmental & Safety Legislation
- Set up and develop a site Safety & Environmental committee to promote environmental issues across the site
- Completion of internal audits in line with companies internal audit plan
- Any other duties within the purpose, spirit and scope of the post as may be required by the Quality & Safety Manager from time to time
- To promote Health & Safety policy and procedure, ensuring a safe working environment at all times
- Completion of self development plans as agreed with Quality & Safety Manager
Qualifications / Experience Desired
- Minimum 5 years experience in a Health & Safety role in a similar industry
- NEBOSH General Certificate Health & Safety
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Quality Systems and Audit Coordinator
Reporting to (Job Title): Quality & Safety Manager
Salary Band £15,000 - £20,000 depending on qualifications and experience
Main duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain Internal Specifications, ensuring that they adequately provide information ensuring compliance with customer specifications and requirements
- To update and maintain internet based customer specification systems and other customer's non-web based specs.
- To provide factory based quality training and support, to ensure quality and safety standards are driven to higher standards to meet customer expectations.
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- Involvement in raising & investigating quality defects that occur. Ensuring that all stock is correctly held and that root cause analysis is completed.
- To ensure that all incidents of non-conformities are reported and assist the Quality and Safety Manager in investigations
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Applications are invited for the 2014 Heliophysics Summer School, which will be held in beautiful Boulder, Colorado. We are seeking students and undergraduate faculty to join us this coming summer for a unique professional experience. Students and undergraduate faculty will learn about the exciting science of heliophysics as a broad, coherent discipline that reaches in space from the Earth's troposphere to the depths of the Sun, and in time from the formation of the solar system to the distant future. At the same time, a goal of the Summer School is to provide a professional development opportunity for undergraduate faculty to incorporate heliophysics and astrophysics examples into physics, astronomy and earth science courses.
The Heliophysics Summer School focuses on the physics of space weather events that start at the Sun and influence atmosphere, ionosphere and magnetosphere of Earth and their counterparts around the other planets throughout the solar system. The solar system offers a wide variety of conditions under which the interaction of bodies with a plasma environment can be studied, while the rich variety of exoplanet systems being discovered and modeled offers an even richer ground to explore. Similarly rich is the variety of activity phenomena seen on stars like the Sun: where our limited lifespan offers us only a direct view of solar activity for its present-day evolutionary status, comparative stellar astrophysics enables us to effectively study solar conditions for ensembles of thousands of years of solar time, and thereby to explore solar and heliospheric activity in distant past and future.
The 2014 Summer School will focus on the foundations of heliophysics while exploring connections to adjacent disciplines from the perspective of our local cosmos: stars like the Sun, planets like those in the solar system, and formation histories not too dissimilar from those that are relevant to understanding the formation, evolution, and present state of our immediate space environment.
About 35 students will be selected through a competitive process organized by the UCAR Visiting Scientist Programs. In addition, three to five undergraduate faculty will be recruited to attend the Heliophysics Summer School.
The school lasts for eight days, and each participant will receive the full set of three textbooks and full travel support for airline tickets, lodging and per diem costs.
This is an opportunity for these faculty to work with leading researchers in the field of heliophysics and develop course materials using heliophysics examples to illustrate important concepts in introductory and upper division physics, astronomy or earth science courses, as well as general science courses. During the summer school, recruited faculty will be expected to work with the summer school instructors, other educators and each other to outline and draft teaching materials that they can further develop and test during the school year. A strong evaluation plan will be an important part of the expected outcome of this work. The goal is for these materials to be submitted to NASA for product review and hosting on NASA repositories.


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Pirates Reportedly Ink Outfielder Gregory Polanco to Long-Term Extension
Just last week, Dave Cameron of FanGraphs asked where are all of the pre-season contract extensions, this Spring?
Although we've grown accustom to seeing roughly 3-5 extensions for major players around the league before the season starts, 2016 has been quite different.
In fact, we only saw a couple of extensions – Kolten Wong and Salvador Perez – and they signed all the way back on March 1. Further, they don't quite match the quality of players who've signed Spring extensions in years past (Mike Trout, Corey Kluber, Carlos Carrasco, Miguel Cabrera, Chris Archer, etc.).
As we know, the Cubs have more than a handful of young, talented players who appear to be ideal candidates for extensions, if they were willing to go to the table. And, if you were using the past three(ish) years as precedent, you'd argue that at least some were very likely to sign such a deal. However, after the void of extensions this spring, the pendulum of extension versus free agency may be swinging back in the other direction.
But we might still get some notable extensions this year yet. Jeff Passan reports that right fielder Gregory Polanco and the Pirates have come to terms on a five-year deal with two club options.
The deal, which begins in 2017, reportedly guarantees five years and $35 million and comes with club options for two additional seasons, as well (bringing the total value up to roughly $60 million (Ken Rosenthal)). With just over one year of service time, Polanco wasn't going to be eligible for arbitration until 2018 and or for free agency until 2021. So, this deal – which kicks in after this season – effectively buys out his four remaining years of team control, as well as (potentially) three seasons of free agency, if the club options are exercised. When all is said and done, Polanco, now 24, might be a Pirate for the next eight seasons (or, until he's 32 years old), while earning a hair over $60 million, throughout the process. Not bad.
So, with this deal wrapped up, the Pirates have now locked in their very talented, very young outfield trio of Polanco, Andrew McCutchen (six years, $51.5 million plus a $14.5 million club option) and Starling Marte (six years, $31 million) for the foreseeable future (McCutchen is the first to become a free agent – in 2018 – but rumors of another extension have already been floated).
As far as the deal itself, I find it to be pretty fair for both sides. Polanco hasn't quite established himself in the majors as much as I'm sure he and the Pirates have hoped, but he has massive potential and is a pretty good player to bet on. In the meantime, he gets to lock down life-changing money, while the Pirates have the potential to score yet another long term, well-under-market deal, if their bet pays off. Rian Watt has a particularly thoughtful take on Polanco's extension from the Pirates' point of view, and I strongly urge you to check it out.
To be fair, this wasn't the first extension the Pirates offered to Polanco. If you recall, the big right fielder rejected a seven-year, $25 million deal including three club options back around his ML debut in June 2014. Now vindicated in that decision, Polanco's rejection serves to remind you that negotiations, like development, aren't always a linear process. Sometimes, setbacks occur, but that doesn't mean something can't eventually get done. And, as you keep contract extensions for core Cubs players in mind, that's an important lesson to remember.
But don't get me wrong, the Cubs will look to extend some of their players, and deals like Polanco's will continue to serve as precedent. We'll continue to keep you updated on any extension news, too, because it is one of the biggest peripheral story lines facing the Chicago Cubs.*
*I find it interesting that contract extensions affect the Cubs at so many levels and in so many different ways (Theo Epstein, Jake Arrieta, and, of course, the young core players).


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Skip to comments.***Wake Up America: You're Fighting For Your Very Existance: Don't Become Just A Memory***
Posted on 10/18/2002 6:05:36 PM PDT by The Wizard
Tonight was the end.....I watched Brian "No Brains" Williams on some NBC station as he slimed Jeb Bush and his daughter, after a day of the Judy Woodruffs and the McBrides and the Lautenbergs and the host of dassholes and others who parade across the TV screen with the support and blessings of every crooked, self absorbed, lying TV host except for a few on Fox.....
I have reached the end....
We have a great President after years of the sickest bastard we ever had, and the hillbilly slime legacy that was smeared all over the nation and the media to such a degree that bad is clothed in the disguise of good. I can no longer take it....
The continuous lying that comes from every TV station all day long makes me aware that America is fighting for it's very life.....
If The GOP doesn't take back the senate America will be lost......
No honest judges will ever be confirmed because the democrats don't want honest people in office. They want judges that will do their bidding......
They hasve an unholy alliance with the domestic enemies of our country and they want to suck it dry like a vampire until it no longer exists, and then they will sell their souls to who ever invades us, which they will assist so they can profit, and then America will be no more.
Wake up America, you are fighting an insidious enemy that has krept into the very fabric of the country, and there, disguised as politicians like we knew in the old days, these vipers sit in wait to destroy all that made us great, to dilute all the morals, and accomplishments we achieved, and, probably funded by the Chi-Comms who funneled money through the democrat party because they were too greedy and stupid to realize they were committing treason, to self absorbed to see they were selling us out to our enemies who couldn't attack us by might, but could buy them out from within. It was the Chinese who said America will sell you the rope to hang themselves, and with the willing aid of the power elite, it may have already happened....
Wake Up America, or become a memory.
Could you please expand on that charge.
All he said was that many were commenting about the fact that Jeb Bush didnt attend his daughters sentencing hearing today. Most were surprised that a parent would not attend. Is this slime? I dont think so.
The Wiz has a reputation for hyperbole.
Thanks for your succinct take on what transpired during that segment.
Amen...and yes all of those who are putting so much faith in a party that is only slightly better than the democrats are missing the real point as you stated above.
You are sooooo not alone on this. I hate the lying rats and the treasonous media with a bitterness that is unhealthy, I fear.
Many Americans DO realize it. Look at FR for example. The problem is not that we don't realize that something needs to be done, but rather in finding the means to defeat the rampant corruption in those who are so greedy for power that they don't give a d*mn about America OR Americans. It is only by the grace of God that we come out on top of this mess, otherwise known as the Clinton legacy.
Most of us have real jobs and real families, unlike many of them who have nothing but time on their hands and no clue at all. Most of us on FR do what we can. I'm sure many others do too. And sadly, there are a multitude who don't even realize just how serious things are. Sometimes I wish I was one of them. They are able to go through their lives so blissfully unconcerned because they are unaware.
In the Senate you rarely see any Senator retire before three terms. IMHO something needs to change to inject new blood into the system more often. It is the only hope.
God is an underachiever?
Don't despair, be invigorated. The Good may lose the occasional battle, but it wins the war...then, another battle and another war.
In Life's beautiful battle, always the contest between Shadow and Light.
I am fearful and worried and nervous and anxious and depressed, but have absolute faith that America shall weather this terrible storm.
The snipers, the slaughter just around the corner, the curtain of fire that will descend upon the Middle East and Asia, the Demlib Jennings Matthews types, all freak me out.
I cry when my neighbors are murdered.
Our victory will be costly, for our frivolous denial and indulgences have made it so, vis a vis x42dirtpotusrapistraitor and his demonic sow during their reign of self-serving and perverse corruption.
I believe God loves the USA even more than I do, and shall not abandon her.
And there are even some among us who clearly represent the dark side....even here....oh well, time to do as was suggested on an eariler response...take a walk, play with the dogs, etc.....
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Today's Astronomy Picture of the Day is of the Kuiper Belt Object known as Orcus. Orcus was discovered using Palomar's 48-inch Samuel Oschin Telescope in 2004 by Mike Brown (Caltech), Chad Trujillo (Gemini) and David Rabinowitz (Yale).
Mike Brown recently posted on his blog, Mike Brown's Planets, that he is looking for suggestions for a name for the moon of Orcus which is currently officially known only by its catalog number: S/1 90482 (2005). Follow the links to see what it is all about and why Orcus is being called the Anti-Pluto.
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The hydraulic circuit is activated by a shielded foot-pedal - the low power inch mode on each workstation enables the correct workpiece-positioning and tool-alignment.
Limit-switches allow accurate adjustment of the stroke length for maximum efficiency. Stroke with automatic return.
Low maintenance
On the cutting station, angle iron can be cut on every angle from 45º up to 90º, both internal and external, without any adaptations to the machine.
Flanges from larger angle-iron can be mitre cut with the shear. Moreover, the machines are equipped with centralised pressure lubrication - being one feature of the low maintenance requirements.
Extensive range of standard equipment
The universal steelworkjers are delivered with an extensive range of standard equipment, such as large heavy-duty tables on the punch-, shear-, and notching station. Easy adjustable holddowns to enable production in a safe and accurate way are fitted on every station. Free standing on suitable floor, they just need electrical connection to be ready to work.


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Seattle Sounders
Seattle Sounders is an American Soccer team voice, from the state of Washington. Todd Leiweke, CEO of Vulcan Sports Entertainment has announced a new television deal for the MLS bound Seattle Sounders FC.
According to the deal, all of the games, whether at home and away, would be covered up by KING-5 or KONG-6/16. BELO President and General Manager Ray Heacox have expressed the excitement of the team of the broadcasting staff, over the matter.
It sounds like a great beginning, to have a special partnership with another great home team - the Sounders FC. It is a three year television deal, determining the great future of the soccer game in the Emerald City.
Kevin Calabro was declared as the play-by-play commentator in another major announcement by the organizers. He has the honor of being the former 'Voice of the Sonics'. He has also won many Emmy awards for the broadcasts in his 21 years with the Oklahoma bound basketball side.
He was given the title of the "Sportscaster of the Year" in 1997, 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association of America.
Calabro was intelligent enough to respond for one of the questions, that he is still learning about the game but said Akeem Olajuwon had always told him about the importance of soccer in his basketball education.
The Sounders have commented for having two wonderful broadcasters in their group. The partnership has definitely given an opportunity for the listeners to hear, one of the most recognizable voices in sports with the highest ranked radio station in Western Washington.
The soccer community was really surprised and celebrated the announcement. There was a comment by a top personality of the media of Washington, that it would be nice touch for the local sports community.
Calabro gave a clear a message for all the negative minded personalities in the Seattle's soccer community, during his interview with Prost Amerika. He said that he had always respected their game and would work extremely hard to know the details of the game.
He has also commented that he had never pretended to the audience, about his understanding of the sport. He said that would try to get an expertise, over the sport. He has declared his admiration for Adrian, as being the expert. He has also discussed the idea of having, two qualified analysts of the soccer community.
So from that stand point we will hit all bases. It would prove to be a way for the attraction of the hard core fans. There is a possibility that the great fan would like to listen to many people on the issue of the game.
Seattle Sounders has also announced the launch of the Youth Development Program (YDP). It would supplement the current youth soccer club experience, there would be a six week increments at Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila working on the technical aspects of soccer in a professional and enjoyable environment.
The Youth Development Program training would work to let the soccer player, being responsible members of the community, and the expression of individual personality within the game. Every students of the game would receive nutritional education materials and reading lists related to high level sport.
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With our free Mobile and Online Alerts, you'll receive an email or notifications on your phone or tablet, alerting you of banking transactions that occur on your account. And for added convenience, alerts can be set up either in your mobile app or through online banking.
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We know a lot of things call for your attention, so you can customize your alerts to go off only for the specific banking transactions you request. You can choose from a variety of alerts about withdrawals, deposits and account status updates, and pick only the ones that match your needs.
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It's easier than ever to get started. Simply sign into your Online Banking account and select "Manage Alerts" from the menu list (or "Alerts" on our mobile site). From there, you can select which alerts you'd like to receive and rest assured that we'll let you know if anything changes on your account.
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1. Make sure you have the latest version of our Mobile Banking App or visit www.csbt.com from any Web-enabled mobile device.
2. Register for an account on the mobile app, or use your Online Banking username and password to sign in.
3. Select "Setup Alerts" from the menu list (or "Alerts" on our mobile site).
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|Deposit Alerts
|A deposit alert will be sent when a branch, ATM or mobile deposit exceeds the amount you set.
|Direct Deposit
|A Direct Deposit alert will be sent when a direct deposit is posted to your account.
|Incoming Wire Transfer
|An alert will be sent when a wire transfer is credited to your account.
|Debit Card Return
|An alert will be sent when funds from a return of goods or services are re-posted back to your account.
|Withdrawal Alerts
|ATM Withdrawal
|An ATM Withdrawal alert will be sent when an ATM withdrawal exceeds a dollar amount you set.
|Bill Payment
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|Check Posted
|Check Posted alerts are sent when a check posts to your account that exceeds the dollar amount you set.
|Check Number
|A Check Number alert will be sent when a check posted to your account matches a check number you specified.
|Debit Card
|Debit Card alerts are sent when a transaction has posted to your account that exceeds the dollar amount you set.
|Online or Mobile Transfer
|You will receive an Online or Mobile Transfer alert (withdrawal only) when an online banking transfer occurs and exceeds the dollar amount you set.
|Electronic Deduction (ACH)
|Electronic Deduction (ACH) alerts are sent when an electronic draft is deducted from your account that exceeds the dollar amount you set.
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|High Balance
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|Low Balance
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|Daily Balance
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Frequently Asked QuestionsGot questions? We've got answers. And, if you don't find what you're looking for, sign in to Online Banking and visit our Actions and Tools menu to send us a Secure Message or call us at (877) 205-1710.
What is Mobile Banking Alerts?
Mobile Banking Alerts is a free feature that sends either an email or push notification regarding specific bank transactions and/or information that you previously requested to receive.
What operating system is required to activate Mobile Banking Alerts?
Mobile Alerts push notifications can be received on most iPhone® and Android™ phones, iPod touch® and iPad® devices and most Smartphones. For the best user experience, you should have the most recent operating system version installed on your mobile device. iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch users will need iOS 10 or higher. Android users will need OS 5 or later operating system.
How soon will I get an Alert?
In general, our alerts are sent close to real-time. This means we will do our best to notify you of the selected activity as close as possible to the time it actually occurred.
How do I enroll in Mobile Alerts?
By default, you are automatically enrolled into Mobile Alerts. Refer to "How do I set up a Mobile Alert?" for activating alerts.
How do I set up a Mobile Alert?
Sign in to the Mobile Banking app and select Manage Alerts from the menu. Select Add/Edit Alerts and then choose the account that the alert will be for. Select an alert from the provided list and update your desired notification preference.
How do I turn a Mobile Alert off?
Sign in to the Mobile Banking app and select Manage Alerts from the menu. Select Add/Edit Alerts and then choose the account and specific alert you wish to turn off. Toggle the notifications off and save your changes.
How do I receive a Mobile Alert?
You will receive Mobile Banking Alerts through email and/or push notification. Select Manage Email Address from the Manage Alerts menu to add or change email addresses for delivery. If you have set up the alert via Online Banking, you will receive an email.
How do I delete my Mobile Alert history?
Sign in to the Mobile Banking app and select View Alerts from the menu. Tap Edit and select the alert or alerts you wish to delete. Once you make your selection, tap the trash icon and confirm you wish to delete. Another method to delete an alert is to swipe an alert to the left and select the Delete flag.
What is a Push Notification?
A Push Notification allows an app to send information to your phone (via a badge, alert, or pop up message) even when the app isn't in use. Our Push Notification system will send you a message, and when you select it, it will direct you back to our Mobile Banking App to sign in.
Do you send alerts via text message?
Not yet, but this is something that we are exploring and hope to provide in the future.
What accounts are eligible for alerts?
Alerts can be set up on personal and business checking, savings and money market accounts.
How do I change my email address or add another one?
In your mobile app, select Manage Email Address from the Manage Alerts menu to add or change email addresses for alert delivery. In Online Banking, select Manage Alert Destinations from the menu.
Can I reply to emailed alerts?
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Will Alerts help to prevent banking fees?
Mobile Banking Alerts can help prevent fees by allowing you to actively manage your bank accounts at your convenience, anytime, anywhere. We do our best to provide alerts in a timely manner with accurate information, but alerts may be delayed or prevented by a variety of factors beyond our control. We cannot guarantee the delivery of alerts nor the accuracy of the content. We are also not responsible for any actions taken (or not taken) by you or any third party as the result of an alert.


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Dear Marina and Eduard! From my heart, we want to express our gratitude for organising for us a fairy tale on a magical island Santroini) The idea of a wedding abroad came to me a year ago.I first considered the Czech Republic and collected all the necessary information. There was no doubt, but seeing Santorini, […]
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It's been over a month since our wedding in Santorini but almost every day falling asleep, I remember this fairy tale which i was lucky to experience and the magic of incredibly friendly and hospitable people living on the island. A special gratitude we want to express to our wedding planner, Marina. Recalling our wedding […]
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Six runs in fourth inning help Kean pick up easy win against PSU-Harrisburg
MOOSIC, Pa. -– Kean picked up win No. 1 in its first game of the NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regional as they defeated Penn State Harrisburg by the final of 12-7 Wednesday afternoon.
The Cougars (35-10) jumped on the board with a three spot in the first thanks to a bases-clearing triple from junior Joe O'Connor, his team-leading eighth of the season. The contest then moved into a see-saw affair, with each team scoring in the course of their next two at-bats. Kean, however, retained the lead throughout, leading 5-3 after three.
Kean put the game out of reach with a six run fourth frame to take an 11-3. Rookie Matt Meleo started things off with a triple. Junior Tyler Smarslok reached first after being hit-by-a-pitch, the 17th time this season. Junior Andy Lopez delivered with an RBI single, followed by a bunt single off the bat of senior Nick Ramagli. With the bases loaded again, O'Connor lined an RBI single, followed by an RBI groundout from rookie Salvatore Taormina. Junior Shane Alvarez made it 10-3 with a two RBI single to center and catcher James Lyczkowski rounded out the scoring with an RBI single of his own.
The Lions (26-15) rallied in the ninth, plating four runs with four hits, but it wasn't enough as Kean held on for the win.
Junior Nick Zucchero picked up his fourth win of the year as he tossed eight innings allowing three runs, two earned, with seven strikeouts and two walks. Freshman Chris Amato earned his first save of the season as he came into the ninth with the bases loaded, up by five. He got the final out of the game with a flyball out.
Offensively Lopez was 3-for-4 with three RBI and three runs scored while O'Connor was a perfect 3-for-3 with four RBI and two walks.


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Plews Garden Design in the Media
As well as the "In Your Garden with Plews" series and our other eBooks; and the weekly blog, Plews Potting Shed, you can find Plews published in these places: –
Allandscapers.org Various articles published, for example, Types of Cultivation aka Growing Methods for Gardeners
Limited Edition Magazine – monthly magazine; hard copy delivered to residents of Beckenham, Bexley, Bexleyheath, Bromley, Chislehurst, Farnborough, Greenwich, Hayes, Keston, Orpington, Sevenoaks, Westerham; also available online; monthly gardening article by Marie; since 2016
The Beckenham Link – monthly magazine; hard copy delivered to residents of Beckenham; also available online; monthly gardening article by Marie; 2012 -2016
The Bromley Hub – online magazine and community website for London Borough of Bromley; monthly gardening article by Marie; 2012 – 2015
Homes and Gardens Magazine – ideas for spring bulb displays; March 2013
Chartwell Calendar 2014, National Trust – February 2014 photograph – snowdrops, taken at Churchill's home, Chartwell in Kent
Garden visits: Chartwell Plews Potting Shed gardening blog article about some of the winter garden delights at Chartwell, Kent
BR3 Magazine – monthly community magazine for BR3 postcode in the London Borough of Bromley; occasional topical gardening articles; 2011 – 2013
SE20 Magazine – monthly magazine; hard copy delivered to schools, homes and businesses in London SE20, Penge, and also Sydenham, Crystal Palace, Anerley, London Borough of Bromley; occasional topical gardening articles; 2009 – 2012
Families SouthEast – family orientated monthly magazine; hard copy delivered to schools, libraries and leisure centres in south east London; Bromley, Beckenham, Sydenham, Crystal Palace, Dulwich, Lewisham, Forest Hill, Penge; also available online; occasional topical gardening articles; 2008 – 2011
Caris Lettings – specialist gardening article 'Getting the Rental Property Ready'; advice for landlords and letting agents; London; 2011
Marie's photographs have also appeared (with permission!) in various other articles, blogs and magazines written by others.
Plews Garden Design is an award winning family run business offering Garden Design, Gardening Lessons, Gardening Courses, Garden Consultancy and Advice to clients in London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Essex and the Home Counties and across the UK.
Plews Garden Design owner, Marie, has written and published eBooks and articles, and writes a weekly blog – Plews Potting Shed – on a range of gardening and garden related topics.
We frequently work with our sibling company, Plews Garden Landscaping to provide a "one stop shop" – the full garden design and landscaping package.


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Soviet Poster Blog.
A Soviet Poster a Day is a fairly new blog that delivers, yes, a different Soviet propaganda poster each day. The best part is the extensive explanation for each, with source links included for more reading. Link -via Metafilter
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1930's Paris. In the decadent, heady cabaret clubs of the underground scene, the girls are beautiful and the boys are too.
Destitute British soprano Victoria Grant is rescued by club singer Toddy, who has an outlandish idea…to save her flagging career by reinventing her as Count Victor Grazinski, the world's greatest female impersonator. But when she falls for King Marchan she has a dilemma …lose her glittering career by revealing she is actually a woman or lose the man of her dreams by keeping up the charade.
An honest and moving portrayal of love, lust, sexuality and prejudice, Victor/Victoria is a darkly funny musical where nothing is quite what it seems and 'normal' is always extraordinary.
Featuring a soaring score by Henry Mancini, including Paris by Night, Crazy World and the iconic Le Jazz Hot.


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At 7-1, Len has room to add more bulk. As long as he keeps his athleticism, he will intrigue any team in the top five. With Noel's injury, Len could be the biggest beneficiary as he is younger, bigger, longer, and more athletic than Cody Zeller. Don't be surprised to see Len go first overall.
Cody Zeller, C, Indiana
Zeller, a Preseason Player of the Year candidate, started the season in somewhat disappointing fashion. Many around the NBA believed Zeller could be the top pick and the best player in the country this season. While he has not dominated enough to be considered the top pick, Zeller could be a dark horse candidate, especially as he leads Indiana in March.
It's easy to see why scouts and GMs are so intrigued by Zeller. Not many bigs can step out and shoot with his range or beat their man off the dribble. Despite an extremely slender frame, Zeller is very good around the basket, often relying on his polished repertoire of moves and counters.
Defense is Zeller's major problem. Not one official from any team I spoke with felt Zeller was ready to defend NBA bigs. As one executive said, "His brother (Tyler) is getting pushed around and abused and he looks like a grown man next to Cody." This sentiment highlights the biggest question about Zeller's position in the NBA. While Zeller is not an elite rebounder, he works tirelessly for every loose ball.
As the league continues to embrace smaller lineups, there is more of a necessity for Zeller to have to man the middle. Until he gets considerably stronger, he will be a major liability defensively. Come draft night, Zeller could easily slide into the top-3.
Isaiah Austin, C, Baylor
Austin is not your typical 7-footer as he has impressive perimeter skills and plenty of range on his jumper. In transition Austin's speed, explosiveness, and basketball IQ is really something, too. At Baylor, coach Scott Drew has a track record with athletic bigs that can play on the perimeter, and Austin might be the best prospect yet.
On game film, Austin looks like a rangy forward similar to Dirk Nowitzki or Kevin Garnett. In spite of all of Austin's talent and skills, he has not dominated as a freshman. The weakest part of Austin's game is definitely his post game as he is not strong enough to handle physical defenders and seems more comfortable on the perimeter.
Austin is an intriguing defender that is capable of defending multiple positions but needs to add bulk to handle the rigors of playing pivot. Shot-blocking and rebounding are two strengths of Austin's game, including a 20 rebound performance against Oklahoma.
Many people will want to label Austin as a prospect with no position. But he is a matchup nightmare in the NBA as most bigs won't be able to handle his athleticism or freakish skills. Having just turned 19, the future is very bright for Austin, a top-10 pick.


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Hibiscus Island may not have the same name recognition as Star Island or Fisher Island, but it is still easily one of the finest places to live in all of South Florida. With stunning waterfront locations and breathtaking home designs, Hibiscus Island homes are sought after by luxury real estate enthusiasts all over the world.
The island is located just north of Star Island in beautiful Biscayne Bay. Most properties in Hibiscus Island have waterfront locations with a few located inland. All of the homes have luxurious designs varying from classic Mediterranean designs to contemporary waterfront home designs. The homes range in size from three-bedroom 3,400 square feet and seven-bedroom homes with 6,500 square feet of living space. One of the most talked about Hibiscus Island properties is 297 North Hibiscus Drive which has five-bedrooms, six-bathrooms and 6,500 square feet of living space. This amazing home has beautiful contemporary designs, an amazing outdoor living area and some of the finest views available.
The Hibiscus Island location is ideal, only a ten minute car or boat ride to either South Beach or Downtown Miami. Communities that close to South Beach and Downtown Miami don't have the same level of privacy and exclusivity as Hibiscus Island is a private island. Hibiscus Island is gate guarded with high-quality security services that keep the community extremely private and safe.
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