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The Great Britain team were preparing to travel to Belgium on Monday ahead of the Davis Cup final despite the terror threat in Brussels remaining at its highest level.
Captain Leon Smith and his players had been due to fly to the Belgian capital on Sunday, but by lunchtime had delayed their departure by a day because of the security situation there.
On Sunday evening, Belgian prime minister Charles Michel announced the threat level in the Brussels area would stay at category four on Monday.
It was raised on Saturday because of a "serious and imminent" threat of a Paris-style attack. The city's Metro system has been shut all weekend and will be staying closed on Monday, along with schools and universities.
Ghent, where the Davis Cup final is being held starting on Friday, is only 35 miles from Brussels and t he 13,000-seat Flanders Expo is sold out for all three days of the final, with more than 1,000 British fans due to attend.
International Tennis Federation president David Haggerty said on Saturday he was "greatly concerned" by developments, but that preparations for the tie would continue.
Former British number one Tim Henman, though, has cancelled his plans to attend the final.
He was quoted as saying by several national newspapers: "I was going to go, but I am not going any more.
"I was going to take the three girls, I was going to go with my family. With the train and the going over there, I just thought, 'Is it really worth the hassle for them?'
"So we are going to be watching at home."
Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic headed off for a well-earned holiday after ending a season "as close to perfection as it can get" with his 11th title of 2015 at the ATP World Tour Finals.
Djokovic's 6-3 6-4 victory over Roger Federer made him the first man ever to win the season-ending tournament four times in a row and left one of his biggest rivals where they have all been this year, trailing helplessly in his wake.
The result also means Andy Murray is guaranteed to finish the year ahead of Federer at world number two for the first time.
Had Djokovic won the French Open, there would surely be no argument about it being the best season in tennis history.
The only tournament in which he did not reach the final was his first of the season and his haul included three grand slams and six Masters series trophies.
At 28, Djokovic already has 10 grand slam titles, seven short of Federer's record - and worryingly for the rest, there is no sign that his appetite is sated.
The Serbian said: "It's been a great year with many highlights. If I can, I would pick obviously grand slam wins, especially Wimbledon and the US Open. I think this tournament, as well.
"Overall it's been as close to perfection as it can get.
"I'm just blessed and overwhelmed with the emotion and the thrill to be achieving such a great season. It inspires me even more to keep on going and hopefully playing on this level in the future.
"I'm convinced with this dedication to the sport, I can achieve more. How much, I don't know."
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Anheuser-Busch InBev (NYSE:BUD) is on the verge of a $12 billion deal that could give the world's largest brewer control of Mexico's Grupo Modelo, The Wall Street Journal reported.
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The potential marriage would call for Belgian brewer to buy the 50% of Corona maker Grupo Modelo that it doesn't already own.
According to the Journal, a deal could be reached as early as this week, though talks could still collapse.
AB InBev acknowledged the existence of discussions to "expand" the two companies' relationship, but said speculation on terms and conditions is "premature" because a deal may not happen.
"AB InBev routinely considers a variety of strategic options to create value for its shareholders," the Brussels-based brewer said in a statement. "There is a long history of partnership between Anheuser-Busch InBev and Grupo Modelo and AB InBev has great admiration for the Modelo business and its brands."
Likewise, Grupo Modelo said it is aware of speculation about a possible deal but warned discussions may or may not result in a deal.
Shares of Grupo Modelo surged 9.8% in Mexico Monday morning before being halted just 14 minutes into trading. Its U.S. listed shares were recently trading up 16.75% to $79.98. AB InBev's shares were up 0.68% to $70.77 before being halted.
It's not clear if regulators would give an AB InBev/Modelo tie-up the green light as it would further consolidate control of major beer brands.
Founded in 1925, family-owned Modelo brews Corona, the No. 1 import into the U.S., as well as fast-growing Modelo Especial, Corona Light, Pacifico and Victoria. The brewer trades on the Mexican Stock Exchange and is valued at about $23 billion.
AB InBev, which was formed by the 2008 mega deal worth $52 billion, brews Budweiser, Bud Light, Beck's and Stella Artois.
Anheuser reportedly tried to merge with Modelo to ward off the unsolicited 2008 bid from InBev.
There have been a slew of deals in the beer industry in recent years, including a $3.5 billion acquisition by Molson Coors (NYSE:TAP) of Eastern Europe's StarBev earlier this year and SABMiller's $10 billion takeover of Australia's Foster's last year.


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- Teaching since:
- 2010
My name is Ulyana and I'm passionate about teaching and tutoring! I graduated with a B.S. from Rice University (Houston, TX), specializing in earth sciences (geology and chemistry). I did my Masters in planetary geology at Brown University (Providence, RI), and for my PhD, I trekked over 1500 miles in Nepal, studying glacial lake flooding hazards to Sherpa villages, as well as impacts of pollution on pristine high mountains, including Mt. Everest.
For seven years now, I have either tutored or taught, in classrooms and in the field, all age groups, sharing the joy of science, math - and learning in general! When I was in my teens, I participated in many science fairs and symposia at the national and international level. Then I went to college and grad school in science. Pretty much, science has been my life! For any of your science needs, with a special focus on astronomy and geology (earth sciences), I'm here to help. I can assist with physics, biology, chemistry and math (algebra, pre-calc, calculus). Given my experience in public speaking, the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) and writing, I can assist with that as well!
If you're interested in creative lessons - with a true focus on your learning experience, I'm your tutor! Often times when working out in the field in extreme locations (e.g., Antarctica and Mt. Everest), I have to MacGyver solutions on the fly. I want to teach you how to think. This skill will serve you well, long into the future.
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Part-time position, teaching "Introduction to Global Climate Change" class at the undergraduate level.
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Science in the Wild is an adventure travel company that leads immersive and educational science expeditions around the world, teaching you about science and how to DO science.
We show you everything you need to know to collect, analyze, and interpret scientific data - the art of science storytelling.
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Expedition leader and teacher for a National Geographic geology and climate "on assignment" high school program in Iceland.
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During this one-year post-doc, I validated satellite-derived albedo (reflectivity) measurements of snow and ice with on-the-ground fieldwork in the Arctic and Himalaya.
I also quantified the amount of black carbon and dust concentrations in natural snowpacks, spanning from Alaska, to Colorado, to the Canadian Arctic, to the Himalaya. The presence of these contaminants greatly increases melting of snow and ice.
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I was an instructor for a wilderness science education program for high school girls on Gulkana glacier, Alaska in 2015; and on Mt. Baker, Washington in 2014.
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The Mule is an animal found in Red Dead Redemption. A mule is the offspring of a horse and a donkey. In the late period of the American West, mules were used as hardy pack animals, carrying equipment and individuals over rough terrain. In-game, mules can be ridden as a mount, similar to horses, but with some limitations.
The mules in Red Dead Redemption are significantly smaller than the horses. They can be ridden by the protagonist and NPCs, but cannot carry more than one person. Hogtied individuals can not be placed on a mule for transport. Mules are much slower than horses, equating to a one star horse in the game, and cannot jump. They have a much greater tendency to wander and go away while dismounted than horses.
Mules are always seen in the settlements and the wilderness of Nuevo Paraiso. Sometimes a mule's owner will be encountered along a road with a recalcitrant mule, cursing the animal for not moving. In a random encounter an NPC may try to sell a mule to Marston.
Killing a mule is not required for the Unnatural Selection trophy/achievement, as a Mule is considered a domestic animal.
As with horses, mules can be purchased or stolen. Since mules are domesticated, they do not need to be broken. Deeds can be purchased from Mexican General Stores for $100.
Sometimes when chasing down bounties in Mexico, the player will be chased by bandits riding mules as well as horses.
In multiplayer, El Señor is the first mount provided to the player at level 1.
In Undead Nightmare, a mule can be acquired only by using the Donkey Rider cheat.
Named Mules
- Make sure you have a mule saved as your mount. At the very beginning of the De Santa mission "The Demon Drink", run over to De Santa's horse before he can get to it and mount it. He will then mount your mule. When he tells you to race him, stay ahead of him. Then after completing the mission your mule will somehow have high speed and stamina. If you save your game in a safehouse or quit the game however, your mule will be back to normal.
- The "Donkey Woman" is a glitch that appears as a hybrid of a mule and a woman.
- During the Stranger side-mission "I Know You", both the Strange Man and Mother Superior have mules, but Marston is unable to ride them, as they lack a lead.
- Although labeled "mules" in-game, the animals found in Red Dead Redemption are actually donkeys, as they show every characteristic of a donkey. In real life, mules can be the same size or larger than horses, and their ears, while longer than those of a horse, are generally shorter than a donkey's.
- Furthermore, Nuevo Paraiso residents call them "burros", which means "donkey". The Spanish for "mule" would be "mula" or "mulo".
- Additionally, the Zebra Donkey is considered a Mule.
- Contrary to their inability to jump in the game, real-life mules are excellent jumpers. Mules and donkeys are popular for "coon-jumping" contests in which they jump increasingly high poles from a standstill, a feat of which few horses are capable.


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Harry Potter is life. It just is. It was after all a decade (and more) of growing up with Harry's story, so like many, I waited for this book and bought it with so much uncontrollable excitement.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Thursday, August 4, 2016
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I haven't read the book yet but I did read the spoilers after seeing all the negative reviews. I think I'll still give it a try (I checked out a copy from the library). Perhaps we can pretend it is all just a bad dream that Albus had on his first night at Hogwarts...ReplyDeleteReplies
I think you should give it a try, it's only fair. But yes, I'm probably just going to pretend it never happened :(Delete
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I ordered it on Amazon and they delivered it in just 2 days!
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Rhee Gold
Dear Friends,
Welcome! My passion for dance and dance education began at the age of three and has been at the forefront of my journey ever since. I believe that dance enhances the lives of the millions who have the opportunity to experience our art. I believe that we are mentors, leaders and teachers who must take responsibility for maintaining high standards in dance education and business practices. And I know for sure that our influence on the children who dance through our schools will last long after the lessons have ended.
From business and movement seminars and conferences for continuing education to organizational tools and articles for your business, the Rhee Gold Company strives to further the world of dance education in a positive and meaningful way.
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Education is a priority for the U.S. Navy, and all sailors must meet minimum education requirements to get in. Once in the Navy, sailors must complete further education and training programs. In addition, the Navy offers many incentives and opportunities for sailors to continue their education and advance their careers.
Enlistment Requirements
To enlist in the Navy, you must have at least a high school diploma or GED. In addition, you must take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test. This is an aptitude test that determines your strengths and which occupations you are eligible for once you enlist.
Enlisted Training
Once you enlist in the Navy, you must complete additional education and training provided by the Navy. First, you complete between seven and nine weeks of boot camp training at Great Lakes Naval Training Center near Chicago, Illinois. During boot camp, you will gain the skills and education needed to be a sailor, including physical conditioning, drilling, swimming and weaponry. Following boot camp, you will attend "A School." A School is where you will gain the knowledge and skills needed for your specific job within the Navy.
Officer Education Requirements
To become an officer in the Navy, you must complete at least a bachelor's degree in any field. You can complete your bachelor's degree at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., or through the Reserve Officer Training Corps program at colleges throughout the country. Upon graduation, you will be commissioned as an officer. If you already have a bachelor's degree, you may get a direct commission into the Navy as an officer. If you are entering the Navy in a specialized field such as health care, you must also have the required advanced degrees, licenses and certifications.
Officer Training
Officers must complete the 12-week Officer Candidate School at Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island. Officers learn leadership skills, knowledge needed to command a submarine or ship and receive additional military training. Officers who are directly commissioned into the Navy attend a five-week Officer Development School at the Naval Station Newport. Officers develop their leadership skills and learn military structure, customs and etiquette.
Continuing Education
Although not required, additional education will help you advance your career. Whether you are an enlisted sailor or an officer, the U.S. Navy offers many programs that allow you to continue your education and pursue advanced degrees. For example, enlisted people can consider the Navy College Program, which grants college credit for the work you do and training you receive while on active duty. Officers may purse specialized graduate and professional degrees through programs such as the Health Professions Scholarship Program or the Chaplain Education Program. Officers may also pursue postgraduate degrees in areas such as engineering, security studies and business administration at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif.


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As soon as the holiday season starts in winter all we do is eat –all the time .Because no one can see the fat belly under your thick clothes , you just keep eating .Time passes and summer season is at your step door and as simple as that here is your problem too. No one wants to have fat on their stomach at the most beautiful period of the year when everyone are wearing bikinis and you can't.
6 Simple Exercises
So we decided to help you solve your problem which is why we will show you 6 exercises to ease the bloating of your stomach. These exercises are easy to do and do not ask for special equipment, they can be done anywhere even in a small room.
First lay on your back and extend your arms and legs. Then inhale and bring you knees to your chest very slowly and put your arms around them. In case you can, put your forearms over your shins and hold yourself at the elbows. The entire time keep your back and shoulder blades on the floor and try to pull your tailbone to the floor. Stay in this position for 1 min while breathing slowly.
You can to this exercise in 2 way.
Sit on the floor creating a 90° angle with your trunk and legs extended. Then bend the right knee by bringing it up and twist it to right at the hip. You can use your elbow as leverage against your right knee while trying to reach back as far as you can. Stay in this position for 30 sec, release slowly and do the same thing with your left knee.
In case this is too difficult for you, just sit on the floor with legs crossed and turn to the right and try to reach back as far as you can. Stay like this for about 30 seconds, release slowly and repeat with the other side.
Your legs need to be spread as your hips width with your toes facing forward. Then sit your hips back and put your both arms above your head. During all the time you are doing this exercise you need to keep your chest high and shoulders back. Stay like this for 1 min while breathing slowly.
Take a step backward with one leg while your hands are at your side, bend the knee and put your hands behind your back to open your chest as much as you can. When done release your hands slowly, return at the beginning position and repeat on the other side.
First lay on your back and bend your knees, so that your legs are about hips width apart. Then drive into your heels to lift your hips straight up, clasping hold of your hands beneath your body and pressing against the ground to open your hips. Stay like this for 1 min while deeply breathing.
For this exercise you will need to lay down on your back with your butt against the wall. Your legs are supposed to be put straight up the wall while your hands are on the floor. Stay in this position for 1 min while breathing deeply and slowly.
You can do these exercises in series or not depends on you. No matter how you decide to do them, as long as you keep practicing your bloating and excess fat will be soon gone .
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DealFun Announces BuySafe Program Insuring Every Purchase
Aug 04, 2011, 07:11 ET
TORONTO, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- DealFun.com, the newly launched shopping-auction site, has an exciting announcement that deal-conscious online shoppers will love. The site has been added to the select list of BuySafe Guaranteed merchants, giving consumers complete confidence that their transaction will be protected by the 3-in-1 guarantee of the BuySafe Program. Over 22 million online shoppers have already experienced the peace of mind that comes from the comprehensive merchant insurance program.
DealFun.com is a fun and exciting auction destination for consumers to find the best deals on brand name merchandise at prices that drop as much as 95% below manufacturer's suggested retail price. The penny auction format allows bidders to make small incremental bids with the strategic excitement of a live competitive auction with big discounts at stake for every bidder. The addition of BuySafe gives DealFun bidders more comfort knowing their purchases will be fully insured and their satisfaction is guaranteed.
Prior to approving DealFun as a BuySafe merchant, BuySafe undertook a vigorous inspection of DealFun.com's business practices and set up detailed merchant monitoring that continues on a daily basis to ensure every customer can continue shopping on the site with complete confidence. This landmark deal makes DealFun one of the first penny auction sites ever to arrange comprehensive item insurance for shoppers. BuySafe 3-in-1 Guarantee coverage is threefold: a) $500 purchase guarantee that assures customers will get exactly what they paid for, or their money back; b) $10,000 Identity Theft Protection which will provide protection in case their identity is stolen online or offline, customers receive comprehensive coverage and access to free ID theft remediation services; c) $100 Lowest Price Guarantee, which guarantees that if the published store price drops, BuySafe pays the difference!
Finding the best deals on today's biggest name brand items is easier than ever with the added protection of BuySafe.com third-party insurance on every transaction. DealFun takes an extra step in providing this insurance to consumers at its own expense and differentiates itself in a crowded market. That means DealFun shoppers can stay focused on their auction-winning strategy without wasting any time worrying about merchandise or transactions, as every transaction is automatically covered.
Shoppers are encouraged to check out www.DealFun.com today to get in on all the action and biggest possible savings on the hottest name-brand items.
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If you want to create a new opening for a doorway in a brick wall firstly you need to ascertain if it's a single skin (usually an interior dividing wall) or double skin (exterior wall) and whether the wall is load bearing. On load bearing walls you will need to install a lintel or steel beam above the opening, on both inner and outer skin (if a cavity wall). On a cavity wall you will also need to fit cavity closers (the plastic ones are best), this is to prevent water penetration between the two skins, when the new door lining has been installed. The common construction of a cavity wall would be brick on the outer skins and light weight blocks on the inner skin.
How to open a doorway in a brick wall
Mark the position on the brick wall where the doorway is to be located. Always measure the location of the opening from both sides, as well as from the top down. Remember - measure twice cut once.
Using the spirit level and chalk line, mark the two vertical lines on the wall (if it is an external cavity wall, you only need to mark the inner wall). Join across the top for the horizontal line to create the shape of the doorway. Allow enough extra height over and above the door frame size for the steel beam (if it is a load bearing wall).
Using the power drill and long masonry bit, drill a hole in each corner of the chalk line (top and bottom), through to the other side of the wall (both skins if a cavity wall). Where the holes are found on the other side of the wall, join using a chalk line and the spirit level to create the horizontal and vertical lines to match the inside.
Make sure you are wearing eye protection, ear protection and gloves. Using the disc cutter and 15 inch blade, cut along the two vertical lines on the outer skin (best practice is to go from the top down). Cut a few inches past the top of the horizontal line drawn. The disc cutter won't cut all the way to the floor, so the last couple of inches you will need to use the hammer and bolster. With the disc cutter now go along the top horizontal line, again passing the vertical lines by a few inches.
If you are cutting a single skin wall, you will now have a cut out of the doorway shape, next step is to remove the bricks. If it is a cavity wall, run the disc cutter back in the same groove until you go through the second skin (if the blade you are using isn't deep enough to do this you will need to repeat the process on the interior skin).
The supporting wall will need the steel beams in place prior to removing the brick or block work below. You will first need to carefully remove two courses of bricks below your horizontal cut and give a bearing of at least 4 inches on each side. Slide the steel beam into place, ensure it is level and then dry pack to ensure a tight fit to the brick work above (repeat for the second skin). Use a quick drying mortar to pack around each end of the steel beam. You can now remove the brick work from under the steel beams. This is best done starting from the top and taking one or two bricks at a time using the hammer and bolster. The block work skin you may have to split the blocks using the hammer and bolster to remove them, or stitch drill until the blocks become loose.
Your doorway is now open to have the door frame installed.
Check the dimensions of the door frame to ensure the opening is the correct size to include the door lining.
Check with local authorities for building regulations. When working at height, always use an approved scaffold or tower and if possible a safety harness. Always use power tools in a correct and responsible manner, ensuring the appropriate safety gear is worn. Prior to drilling or cutting check the location of any electrical cables or pipe work that may be buried in the wall.


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Full ahead towards new challenges!
When nearly half a year has passed, we can look back on a period of strong growth. Despite a very volatile market with sharp ups and downs, our vessels have been busy, and our turnover has increased by about 30% compared to same period previous year. This encourages us to try even harder. We want to further develop our service, expertise and capacity in collaboration with our customers.
Although the market is still tough, it seems that the demand for sea transports of heavy projects is slowly recovering. Our open deck carrier, Mv Meri has so far this year been well employed. Most of the projects carried by Meri are preceded by meticulous planning in order to grant safety not only during the sea transport, but also during loading and unloading. One of our advantages is that we can offer door to door solutions even for demanding project cargoes. Recent examples on demanding assignments for Meri are e.g. the 55 meter high harbor-crane from Rostock to Hanko and Gas Plant Upgrade modules from Gdynia to Stord.
On behalf of the entire Meriaura team I´d like to wish you a lovely mid-summer and sunny holiday season.
Beppe Rosin
Vice Managing Director


text: APRILIA SX125 (2008-2011) Review Published: 10 December 2008 Sections: MCN Review Owners' Reviews Photo Gallery Facts & Figures History & Versions Bikes For Sale (3 available) "The power and handling simply doesn't match up to the look" "The power and handling simply doesn't match up to the look" At a glance 125cc - 22 bhp 35 mpg - 76 miles range Insurance group: 7 of 17 Compare insurance quotes now High seat height (870mm) Suitable for A1 licence Overall Rating 3 out of 5 Apart from the tinny two-stroke noise coming out the back of the SX125 and RX125 the new learner strokers could pass for a bigger supermoto. But get on board and you'll find that the power and handling simply doesn't match up to the looks. Ride Quality & Brakes 3 out of 5 Those wide alloy bars give great steering, but even here at the top end of the 125 supermoto class the suspension doesn't match up to the racy looks. Huge travel and soft springs mean the bike pitches back and forth and loads up in corners. Sticky tyres keeps them right side up, but you expect more from Aprilia. Good over rough surfaces though. Engine 2 out of 5 In days gone by performance two-strokes were about hard-hitting top end power, but emissions law has put paid to that. The once class-leading Aprilia engine has had it's goolies removed to satisfy Euro3, and the weak bottom end builds in to an unexceptional top-end. Only low-rev fuelling is better than before. Build Quality & Reliability 3 out of 5 The build quality is superb – shiny fasteners, beautiful alloy components and tough looking plastics are up the spec of the rest of the Aprilia range. The 20 year-old engine should be reliable between piston ring changes given the necessary care – but since when do teens lavish care on a bike? Insurance, running costs & value 2 out of 5 £3099 is a lot of money for a 125, especially given that the eco-changes have taken away some of the performance edge. It's nicely built, but we're not sure it's worth the cash for a bike you might only keep for six months. Find an Aprilia SX125 for sale.Insurance group: 7 of 17 – compare motorcycle insurance quotes now. Equipment 4 out of 5 The area where the SX125 and RX125 scores over rivals is in kit – Brembo brakes, a digital dash and beautiful alloy spoked rims look lovely. But Aprilia still hasn't equipped the motor with RS125's electric start – so it's left-side kickstart only. Compare and buy parts for the Aprila SX125 in the MCN Shop. By MCN Staff Facts & Figures Model info Year introduced 2008 Year discontinued 2011 Original price £3,349 Used price - Warranty term (when new) Two year unlimited mileage Running costs Insurance group 7 of 17 Annual road tax £19 Annual service cost - Performance Max power 22 bhp Max torque 11.8 ft-lb Top speed 82 mph 1/4-mile acceleration - Average fuel consumption 35 mpg Tank range 76 miles Specification Engine size 125cc Engine type Single-cylinder two-stroke, 6 gears Frame type Tubular steel trellis Fuel capacity 10 litres Seat height 870mm Bike weight 115kg Front suspension None Rear suspension None Front brake Sliding two-piston Brembo caliper, 260mm disc Rear brake Sliding single-piston caliper, 220mm disc Front tyre size 110/70-17 Rear tyre size 150/60-17 History & Versions Model history New model for 2008. Other versions Aprilia RX125: same frame, engine, suspension and bodywork as the SX125, but the enduro-style RX version features larger wheels (21" front & 18" rear), different gearing and knobbly tyres. It's also £200 more expensive. Owners' Reviews 3 owners have reviewed their APRILIA SX125 (2008-2011) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below. 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Visual AIDS observed Day With(out) Art / World AIDS Day, with simultaneous, free screenings of Untitled, a film by Jim Hodges, Encke King, and Carlos Marques da Cruz.
Untitled screened at over 55 major museums, arts organizations, community groups and colleges throughout New York City and across the United States.
Untitled (2010, DVD, 60 minutes, Color, Stereo) Beginning with a reflection on the early AIDS epidemic, Untitled eschews a linear narrative to introduce a fractious timeline, moving from the sublime to the tragic and back again. By juxtaposing mainstream network news, activist footage, artists' work, and popular entertainment from the last turbulent decades, Untitled references regimes of power that precipitated a generation of AIDS and queer activism and continues today with international struggle and expression. In Hodges's words, "In this way, the framing of the artist can become a way to project any number of people, endlessly."Untitled can therefore be considered to be as much about González-Torres and the AIDS crisis as it can be seen as grappling with the continuum of global dehumanization.
Click here for a complete list of screenings and venues.
You can download information about the film and a helpful resource guide to thinking about AIDS, art, media and representation.
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Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO):
Contra Costa Interfaith Supporting Community Organization (CCISCO) is committed to building civic engagement and increasing public participation by those most affected by injustice and inequity in Contra Costa County. As an organization, we believe in the power of relationships and that by acting together on our common values, we can imagine and create a new world.
CCISCO is a countywide nonprofit that helps everyday people win extraordinary victories by providing a vehicle for them to speak, act and engage in public arenas. Since 1996, we have been organizing a voice for justice and equity in Contra Costa County. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-generational, interfaith federation of 30 congregations and youth institutions representing over 35,000 families. CCISCO is a member of the PICO National Network and PICO California.
CCISCO Countywide Overview of work in the past year:
- Invest in People, Not Prisons: we helped to stop the proposed jail expansion in Contra Costa County and secured $5.2 million for bail reform; re-entry services; employment and housing for formerly incarcerated;
- Reclaim California's Future: Our work in helping to pass Proposition 47 by leading the largest volunteer-led civic engagement effort in the county and state;
- Keeping Families in their Homes: we played a key role in supporting the passage of the California Homeowner Bill of Rights;
- Keeping Families United: Secure agreement with Contra Costa Sheriff Livingston to develop new detainer policy and stop the detention and deportation of Contra Costa residents;
- Health Access: Maintaining the success of the new health clinic in Oakley which has served over 2,900 families;
- Immigrant Integration: we organized 8 clinics with 1,600 DREAMers for Deferred Action and organized citizenship drives to support 465 new citizens;
- Ceasefire-Lifelines to Healing: launch of Ceasefire-Lifelines to Healing movement in Richmond and East County and organized over 200 Night walks with over 1,800 participants and has contributed to over 60% decrease in homicides and injury shootings since March 2012.
The Executive Director is an energetic, self-motivated position that requires the capacity to work on the ground level of the organization as well as the capacity to develop staff, board, and leaders. The position requires the ability to develop long-term relationships with a diverse volunteer population, clergy, elected officials and key stakeholders. Lastly, this management role assumes the responsibility to support leaders and staff in order to maintain the organization's winning track record by overseeing organizing campaigns around immigration, foreclosures, health access, education, mass incarceration/re-entry, and violence prevention that take place across county.
The Executive Director position is responsible for managing the daily operations of the organization county-wide, and is supervised by the CCISCO Board of Directors. The Executive Director will be held accountable for overseeing the following critical responsibilities:
- Hire, manage, and develop CCISCO staff
- Work and support all CCISCO leaders in order to create successful campaigns
- Provide leadership with the tools to develop vision and goals to implement effective campaigns
- Maintain the CCISCO budget and develop a plan to continue its successful expansion
- Have capacity to seek donations from individuals and corporations through fundraising events
- Manage existing grants while developing a plan to expand and diversify CCISCO's funding
- Work with the board and staff to maintain financial stability of the organization
- Build coalitions with elected officials, policy leaders and other strategic allies
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years organizing experience, preferably in PICO National Network
- At least 3 years of congregation-based organizing experience, successful staff supervision and development, campaign victories and financial management
- Respect for diversity, ability to motivate large groups and a strong commitment to social justice
- History of embracing fundraising and diversifying funding sources
- Proven track record of successful grant writing
- Ability to navigate through political environment, familiarity with Contra Costa County communities and knowledge of the key issues they face is preferred
- Knowledge of legislative process at city, state, and national levels
- Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
- Spanish fluency is preferred
Salaries & Benefits:
Salary and benefits are competitive and are based on level of experience.
Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply for this position by November 30th, 2015. Application must be submitted through email and must include the following:
- Your resume
- A cover letter that is not to exceed two pages and includes the following information:
a) Describe one of your outstanding qualities and a situation in which you applied that quality
b) Explain why you want to be the next CCISCO Executive Director
- Copy of a press release that you have written
- Copy of a successful grant proposal that you have written
If you meet the description above, please send your resume, cover letter, press release and grant proposal with salary requirements to: firstname.lastname@example.com.
In order to be considered, the subject line must read: "your name" – Executive Director
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As a grassroots organization working with a wide range of communities, we strongly encourage applications from women and people of color


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Michelle's Liposuction Journey With Vaser & SmartLipo
June 6, 2007 in Personal Interviews by Makemeheal.com Staff | Leave a Comment
Michelle Goldstein (member name: chelle229) is a young and active person who exercises regularly. Michelle turned to liposuction after seeing that her lower abdomen and her flanks (love handles) did not respond to regular exercise. Michelle did not want to lose her perfect hips and breasts by endlessly dieting and choose the plastic surgery alternative. As she wanted quick results with small downtime, she elected to have Vaser liposuction for the larger areas of fat and SmartLipo for the other body parts. Michelle got exactly the contour expected and can finally show off the curves she has always desired. As the following interview reveals, intensive research, realistic expectations and the help of other fellow patients on plastic surgery message boards were key reasons for Michelle's happy story. With about 900 cc's removed and amazing results that have raised her self-esteem, Michelle's best advice is: "I hope that people will hear my experience and just go for it! For we only live once!!".
Join us as we caught up with Michelle in this intimate interview. Michelle used Dr. Lomboy in
See Michelle's Before & After Plastic Surgery Album.
Make Me Heal: When did you first have the idea to have your procedure(s)?
Michelle: I saw an article in People magazine over Thanksgiving break about the FDA approval of SmartLipo. This procedure intrigued me because it promised barely visible incisions with no stitches, little to no downtime on recovery, local anesthesia and less weeks in a garment.
Make Me Heal: What were your motivations (physical, emotional, social, etc.) behind your decision to have the procedure(s)? Being a petite woman, there are only so many places to hold my weight.
Michelle: My sides and lower abs would not respond as well to a healthy diet or exercise. No matter how much weight I would lose, I would still keep pockets of fat in those areas.
Make Me Heal: How long did it take you to make a decision and was it an easy or difficult one to make? Please explain why it was easy or difficult.
Michelle: As soon as I found out
Make Me Heal: Did your family, friends, and any other people in your close circle give you support, opposition, or did you make this decision without considering them?
Michelle: I discussed with a select few on my decision and did get their support knowing that this was a very safe procedure that would make me more confident.
Make Me Heal: How did you research the procedure(s) and come to decide on this particular procedure(s). Please discuss your research process and all research sources you used (online, books, recommendations, word of mouth).
Michelle: I conducted tons of research on the internet, including reading multiple posts on MMH and reading about people's real life experiences. I also talked extensively with the Patient Care Coordinator of my doctor. She has been through the Vaser & SmartLipo procedure before and it was great to hear tips from someone who has been through that.
Make Me Heal: Please discuss if you used any of Make Me Heal's resources such as the message boards, pictures library, doctor directory and doctor reviews, and any recovery and preparation products that you used.
Michelle: The boards have been a lifesaver. Not only have I learned tons of information, I have made friends on MMH that have given me great support. It's an amazing group of women! I bought a few things off of MMH boards that include: Vitamedica Arnica and Bromelain kit, Rainey Stage I and Stage II garments.
Make Me Heal: How did you come to choose your doctor? Please mention how many consultations you had with different doctors before making your decision.
Michelle: I found out that Dr. Caroline Lomboy of Isis Cosmetic had these newer procedures off of a news segment on them. The very next day I called the office for a consulation. I spoke with their Patient Care Coordinator who briefed me on the Vaser and SmartLipo procedure and answered any initial questions that I had. When I arrived for my consulation, I was greeted by the PCC and spoke with him more about the procedure in depth. Then, I met with the doctor and felt extremely comfortable. I also felt that their pricing was very fair.
Make Me Heal: Please discuss if you have any role in deciding the type of technique used for your surgery by the doctor, incision placements, implant brand, anesthesia type, etc.
Michelle: The doctor showed me where the incisions were going to be placed and she put them in places that would be less visible, which was perfect.
Make Me Heal: How did you prepare for the surgery? You can discuss everything from products you purchased, home preparations, and preparations involving your family and work. If you purchased any products featured on the Makemeheal.com site, please specify them.
Michelle: As stated above, I bought a few items off of MMH and they had great customer service and fast shipping. I started to really up my protein and eat pinepple, which is a pure form of Bromelain a couple of weeks before my surgery. A week before I was taking 2000 mg of Vitamin C to build up my immune system. I stayed away from any foods that contained Vitamin E and cut out alcohol, since both thin the blood. I started Bromelain and Arnica as directed on the Vitamedica package. I also bought a topical arnica gel which was a lifesaver for the bruising. At home I had precooked meat, cut up veggies and fruit before I went in for surgery. I also pumped up my airmattress in my living room, to be completely comfortable. I took off a Friday of work to get my procedure and was told I would be fine to return to work on Monday, which I was!
Make Me Heal: How were you feeling the night before the surgery and on the moments before the surgery itself? Please discuss thoughts, fears, emotions, and prayers.
Michelle: I have to admit that was the worst part, even compared to the recovery! I was really scared, knowing that my mother lives in another state did not help either. But I did get a good sleep and once I was brought to the doctor's office I was reassured that everything would be ok.
Make Me Heal: How was the recovery process? Please discuss what side effects you experienced? What were the worse parts of the recovery? Did anyone help you during the recovery?
Michelle: My recovery was pretty easy! I had no nausea or severe pain. I only felt pressure in my abs, like I really had a hard workout. I was told that was also a factor of swelling, which as you can see in my pictures.. I really did not swell! I am now two months post-op and am really getting feeling back in these areas. My friend helped me out right after surgery, but I was totally fine except for being a little loopy from the pain meds.
Make Me Heal: Please discuss the pain or discomfort you experienced during the recovery?
Michelle: I wouldn't say I ever felt pain, more of just a numbness feeling. The garment was definitely something that I got used to right away and felt that I really needed right after surgery. It made me feel intact.
Make Me Heal: How well prepared were you for the recovery from physical, emotional, and mental respects? Did you do any research (i.e. online, books, message boards, etc.) to make your recovery smoother?
Michelle: I recovered so well emotionally, knowing that I already saw results right away and that I didn't do anything to ruin my body. I couldn't believe how quick results appeared and how much a slight tweak to my body really did change me. Any questions or concerns I had were shared with the women on MMH who came back with advice since they had the same experiences.
Make Me Heal: What are your top recovery tips to other patients?
Michelle: First, please be patient. Lipo is a procedure that can take time for results, but all of a sudden they are visible. Make sure to take your meds as directed, eat healthy and take it easy.
Make Me Heal: How long did you take off from work? What did you tell your co-workers about taking this time off? Did anyone notice your cosmetic procedures at work and what did you tell them if they asked about it?
Michelle: I had my surgery Friday at 1PM and was already back at work on Monday. None of my co-workers, except my boss knew about the procedure. It was very easy for me to keep that a secret, due to the quick recovery.
Make Me Heal: How happy are you with the results?
Michelle: I am thrilled with my results. I knew no matter how much exercise I did, I could not fix this on my own.
Make Me Heal: How has your makeover impacted your life from personal, social, career, and other respects?
Michelle: I have gained confidence about my physical looks. I now have been given the ability to share my experience with others that leads them to change their lives in a positive way too, which is more than I could have asked for.
Make Me Heal: Would you have done anything differently if you had the chance?
Michelle: Not at all. I am so happy with every aspect of this experience.
Make Me Heal: What is your final word of advice to other people considering the procedure(s) you had?
Michelle: Make sure to take tons of before and have a picture trail throughout the whole process. You'll be amazed how much you really change.
Make Me Heal: Was Make Me Heal beneficial to you along your journey?
Michelle: Absolutely, not only are the message boards organized, there is a great group of women that have been longtime members that support each other.
See Michelle's Before & After Plastic Surgery Album.
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Seyfarth Synopsis in a Second: Suitable seating is required in California where tasks performed at a particular location reasonably permit sitting, and where providing a seat would not interfere with the performance of standing tasks.
Section 14(A) of California IWC Wage Orders 4-2001 and 7-2001 requires employers to provide "suitable seats" for employees when the "nature of the work reasonably permits the use of seats." In the consolidated decision concerning Kilby v. CVS Pharmacy, Inc., and Henderson v. JPMorgan Chase Bank, the California Supreme Court, on April 4, 2016, clarified the "suitable seating" requirements: (1) The "nature of the work" refers to tasks performed at a given location for which a right to a suitable seat is claimed, rather than a "holistic" consideration of all an employee's duties during a complete shift, and rather than a narrow consideration of a particular work task. (2) Whether the nature of the work "reasonably permits" sitting is determined objectively based on all the circumstances, including an employer's business judgment and the physical layout of the workplace. (3) If an employer argues there is no suitable seat available, then the burden is on the employer to prove unavailability.
The Facts
Nykeya Kilby worked for CVS Pharmacy, Inc. as a Clerk/Cashier. She spent 90% of her time at the cash register. The rest of the time she moved around the store, gathering shopping carts and restocking display cases. CVS did not provide seats to Clerk/Cashiers because, in CVS's judgment, standing at the cash register promotes excellent customer service.
Kemah Henderson was a teller at JPMorgan Chase Bank. Although the tellers spent most of their time at their teller windows, they also escorted customers to safety deposit boxes, worked the drive-up teller window, and checked to ensure that ATMs were working properly. JPMorgan did not provide tellers with seats.
Trial and Appellate Court Decisions
Kilby and Henderson pursued class actions in federal district court—for CVS cashiers and JPMorgan tellers respectively—alleging a violation of section 14(A). The district court found that the "'nature of the work' performed by an employee must be considered in light of that individual's entire range of assigned duties" and that "courts should consider an employer's 'business judgment' when attempting to discern the nature of an employee's work." Under this interpretation of section 14(A), the district court denied class certification in both cases and granted summary judgment to CVS.
On appeal, the Ninth Circuit highlighted the "lack of any controlling California precedent" on section 14(A), as well as the lack of definitions for "nature of the work," "reasonably permits," or "suitable seats." Because of the "ambiguity of [section 14(A)] and the consequences of its meaning to the citizens of California," the Ninth Circuit referred interpretation of section 14(A) to the California Supreme Court," which determined that certification of questions was warranted.
The California Supreme Court Decision
Nature of the work. The Supreme Court held that courts must examine subsets of an employee's total tasks and duties by location, and consider "whether it is feasible for an employee to perform each set of location-specific tasks while seated." Courts should look to the "actual tasks performed, or reasonably expected to be performed," rather than "abstract characterizations, job titles, or descriptions that may or may not reflect the actual work performed." The Supreme Court thus rejected the employers' broad "all-or-nothing approach," concluding that that approach "ignores the duration of those tasks, as well as where, and how often, they are performed," and calling that approach "inconsistent with the purpose of the seating requirement." The Supreme Court also rejected the employees' proposed "single task" approach, because the approach of evaluating whether "a single task may feasibly be performed seated" was "too narrow."
Reasonably permits. The Supreme Court held that a "totality of the circumstances" standard applies. The analysis should include an "examination of relevant tasks, grouped by location, and whether the tasks can be performed while seated or require standing." The Supreme Court also held that the "totality of the circumstances" standard required an analysis of the "feasibility" of providing seats, including "whether providing a seat would unduly interfere with other standing tasks, whether the frequency of transition from sitting to standing may interfere with the work, or whether seated work would impact the quality and effectiveness of overall job performance."
The Supreme Court held that an employer's business judgment and the "physical layout" of a workplace are also relevant in the totality of the circumstances inquiry. The Supreme Court cautioned that "business judgment" does not encompass an employer's "mere preference" that particular tasks can be performed while standing. Rather, the "business judgment" standard must be viewed objectively and can account for an employer's reasonable expectations regarding customer service and the employer's role in setting job duties.
The Supreme Court also cautioned that an employer may not "unreasonably design a workspace" to deny a seat that might otherwise be reasonably suited for the contemplated tasks. The Supreme Court rejected as a factor any "physical differences between employees," explaining that the "suitable seating" provisions analyze when the nature of the work reasonably permits a seat, not when the nature of the worker does. The Supreme Court expressly did not consider a situation where a worker might be entitled to a sitting-related reasonable accommodation because of a disability.
Suitable seats. The Supreme Court rejected the employer argument that a plaintiff must prove what would constitute "suitable seats," holding that "an employer seeking to be excused from the requirement bears the burden of showing compliance is infeasible because no suitable seating exists."
What Kilby/Henderson Means for Employers
While Kilby/Henderson provides some clarification of the "suitable seating" rules for employers, the case will be touted by the plaintiffs' bar as a win for employees, as the inquiry will now focus on each particular location where an employee works, as opposed to analyzing holistically the employee's entire set of job tasks. Employers now must review their seating practices for tasks at different "particular locations." And while the California Supreme Court validated the employer's position that "business judgment" and store layouts must be considered, those factors are merely relevant and not dispositive. Finally, it is the employer, not the employee, who will bear the burden of proof with respect to whether suitable seating is available.
In the end, this case may be representative of the old adage, "Be careful of what you ask for." Although the Supreme Court may have affirmed the viability of a cause of action for suitable seating, it also may have held that the required location-specific analysis in seating is so individualized that class actions across classifications and locations are no longer "suitable."


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By David Waters
Pat Robertson is at it again. The purported Christian minister who suggested assassinating Venezuela leader Hugo Chavez and nuking the U.S. State Department, the reputed follower of Jesus who blamed the 9/11 terrorist attacks and Hurricane Katrina on pagans, abortionists, feminists, gays and lesbians, is now attributing the Haitian earthquake to Haiti's "pact to the devil."
"Something happened a long time ago in Haiti and people might not want to talk about," Robertson said Tuesday on his 700 Club show. "They were under the heel of the French, you know Napoleon the third and whatever. And they got together and swore a pact to the devil. They said 'We will serve you if you will get us free from the prince.' True story. And so the devil said, 'Ok it's a deal.' And they kicked the French out. The Haitians revolted and got something themselves free. But ever since they have been cursed by one thing after another."
One can only assume that Robertson is alluding to the fact that a majority of Haitians believe in and practice some forms of voodoo. Perhaps he's also referring to the fact that Roman Catholicism is the official religion of Haiti. It's also possible Robertson doesn't know what he's talking about.
Michael Lindsay, a Rice University sociologist and author of the book "Faith in the Halls of Power: How Evangelicals Joined the American Elite," suggests that Robertson does indeed know what he's talking about, and why: "Pat Robertson continues to distinguish himself as American evangelicalism's most flamboyant spokesperson. When tragedies strike, people naturally ask questions about why bad things happen to the innocent, and millions of Americans see the hand of God or the devil at work in natural calamities," Lindsay said. "But few religious leaders today draw the kinds of explicit connection as Pat Robertson has done with the Haitian earthquake. Robertson's comments reflect as much his rhetorical flourish and skill as a ratings booster as they do his theology."
Years ago I wrote a column saying that we should pay attention to the crazy things Robertson says because his thinking reflects the thinking of millions of fundamentalist Christians, many of whom support his multi-million-dollar "Christian" media empire and the political views he espouses. Maybe I was wrong. Maybe the time has come to stop paying attention to Pat Robertson. Surely the time has come for Robertson to stop making such shameful comments. Considering the massive death, destruction and misery in Haiti, it is shameful for anyone — but especially a so-called minister of the gospel — to suggest that God or the poor people of Haiti had anything to do with it.
Do you agree?
UPDATE: In a statement on its Web site, the Christian Broadcasting Network said Robertson was speaking objectively about Haiti's history that has led "countless scholars and religious figures over the centuries to believe the country is cursed: "Dr. Robertson never stated that the earthquake was God's wrath," the statement reads. "If you watch the entire video segment, Dr. Robertson's compassion for the people of Haiti is clear."


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this weeks must haves
Isabelle Grizzard Robertson
We are gearing up for the Valentine's Day holiday with tons of new jewelry on the way. Check in and see what new sparkles show up!
In the meantime we have to share this weeks must haves.
Heart and Rib hoodies and t-shirts by Saltlick. Sassy t-shirts and warm and comfy hoodies with adoreable felt and fabric appliques made in Brooklyn with love.
Feather Headbands by Pluma, Jackie, and Violet Magpie... Add a little girly edge to an evening out.
Cute notebooks by Randl. Don't settle for a love letter, make it a love novel! Comes with a cute pencil.
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Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will help anchor another all-star benefit to aid in Hurricane Sandy relief efforts, once again joined by fellow New Jersey and New York artists Jon Bon Jovi and Billy Joel. The Dec. 12 concert "12-12-12" will be held at Madison Square Garden and also will feature the likes of Kanye West, Paul McCartney, Alicia Keys, Roger Waters and the Who.
More artists are expected to be unveiled. Ticket information for the concert was not yet released. The benefit is to be produced by Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the Madison Square Garden Co. and the Weinstein Co.
A news release notes that "telecast information" will be unveiled in days to come.
Proceeds from the "12-12-12" concert will go to the Robin Hood Relief Fund, which distributes money and materials to local organizations. With Clear Channel promoting the concert via its online/mobile platform iHeartRadio, expect there to be some sort of simulcast or post-show archive of performances.
—Todd Martens
Warhol Liberty: $43.8 million
An Andy Warhol silk-screen depiction of the Statue of Liberty created in 1962 has sold for $43.8 million at a Christie's sale in New York. The sale was part of a larger Christie's contemporary art auction Wednesday that brought in a hefty $412.3 million.


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Mitre boxes are an essential tool for using hand tools – they're a cheap way to cut straight angles with accuracy. Depending on the kind you have they can be incredibly versatile way to speed up your accuracy and work-rate.
Older ones made with metal and adjustment knobs show up in flea markets and thrift stores all the time – they aren't very recognizable to most and can usually be picked up on the cheap. I have a few; here's my collection!
1. Husky and Home Depot
My first real woodworking purchase was this Husky backsaw from Canadian Tire and a cheapo mitre box from Home Depot. I didn't like any of the saws included in the box + saw packages, and I'm glad I bought them separately because I still use the saw for all kinds of things. Both box and saw have really thin kerfs, and I still pull the box out every now and then for certain cuts.
2. Draper
The next one I got was this Draper monstrosity that I picked up at a flea market. In concept it's an amazing saw, and with a few repairs it could be again, but it's not aged well. It's a size that really doesn't exist anymore, so finding a new blade either means overpaying for a new one or cutting down a longer one. There's also the plastic they used to direct the saw: no level of lube can replace how poorly they work, and it gets stuck way too much during cut. I hope to repair it eventually, because it is really solid and I can adjust the angle by single degrees.
3. Stanley
Next one was this cheapo Stanley set I found in an ex's lobby. The handle's awful, but the saw cuts like a dream. It has a thicker and faster kerf than my other backsaw, so I use this saw a lot when doing multiple cuts. The box is… fine I guess?
4. Stanley Handyman
This is probably the last mitre box I'll ever buy. I picked it up at The Sunshine Coast Healthcare Auxiliary Thrift Shore, for the absurd price of $2.50. On top of that, it came screwed down to a massive slab of reclaimed cedar. I've removed it and made some holes in my work bench to lock it down, and it's the one I use most.
It's adjustable at 15 degree increments and fits any type of saw. The red flap can be loosened and tightened to accommodate different saw widths. On top of that, it has the easiest stop block system I've ever used. The same knob that control the angle controls the height, and the blade holder will stop mitre saws as soon as it hits the top of the saw.


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Q. My husband likes simple names, such as Sarah, while I'm leaning toward something more inventive, like Sahara. How can we resolve our differences?
A. First of all, remember that picking a name for your baby can be a lot of fun. You'll both have to compromise in the end, most likely, but whichever name you decide on, your child will ultimately inhabit it. Not only will the name you choose come to define your child in your mind, but your child will come to define the name as well.
A good way to look for a compromise is for each of you to make two lists: one with both of your very favorite choices and the other with those that are totally out of the question. Agree beforehand that both of you will respect the other's out-of-the-question list. You'll find that you eliminate names from consideration for reasons both frivolous (this name recalls the boy in your kindergarten class who picked his nose) and meaningful (an ex-boyfriend answered to it or religious tradition forbids it).
By comparing your lists, you might come upon a specific name you both like and you can start to discover the types of names that fall into your mutual comfort zone. As you listen to each other explain which ones you like, you'll see—perhaps for the first time—an image of the kind of person you envision your child to be. Such issues as gender identity may arise: Many moms prefer girls' names that are strong and somewhat androgynous and softer, gentler boys' names. Dads, on the other hand, often prefer the opposite approach: frillier names for girls and classic ones for boys.
Some couples use more straightforward methods of resolving name disputes. You could have one partner pick the firstborn's name and the other pick that of the next child, for instance. Or throw caution to the wind and flip a coin to see who gets to choose the first and who the middle name.
Q. I like unusual names, but I don't want my child to be seen as an oddball. Are there some out-of-the-ordinary names that are easier on kids than others?
A. Definitely. First, though, let it be said that in recent years the line between unusual and ordinary has unquestionably blurred. Names that might have been considered over the top not that long ago—such as Genesis, Elvis, Deja, and Destiny—have now popped onto the entry levels of Most Popular lists.
A lot of the response to a name will depend on where you live. There may still be places where Madison and Max are considered cutting-edge, while in others, Mingus and Memphis might not raise an eyebrow.
A couple of tips: You could get creative with spelling and give an original spin to a more traditional name. A child whose name is Jayson is unlikely to be teased because he doesn't spell it Jason, for example. Or you could come at a popular name at a slant, changing Cheyenne to Cayenne. And if you like the currently trendy place names, you might do well to stick with the unusual but recognizable Savannah rather than travel all the way to Ireland.
Q. What's the best way to deal with unwanted advice and pressure from family and friends?
A. The bottom line is that this is your child and the final decision should rest with you, no matter how "helpful" your parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends want to be. As your due date gets closer, the name pressure often grows more intense and difficult to deflect. Not only can families besiege you with their ideas ("Great-Aunt Martha hinted to your cousin DeeDee that she's hoping you'll carry on her name"), but they can also become ultracritical of your ideas ("Jake for a baby? Your Uncle Harry, whom you never met, once knew a Jake in the army, and he..."). To get them off your case, be polite and tell them you appreciate their input, then make the decision on your own.
But do try to think about their suggestions with an open mind. Maybe you could honor a beloved relative or family friend with your child's middle name rather than her first name. Or put your own twist on a family name, softening Martha by using Marissa, for instance. Or perhaps your great-aunt has a wonderful surname that would make an interesting choice.
A naughty but effective method for fending off pushy relatives and friends: Explain that it's a lost cause. Even if you haven't already decided on a name, tell them all that you've done so but you can't reveal it yet—it's a secret.
Linda Rosenkrantz is the author, with Parenting contributing editor Pamela Redmond Satran, of Baby Names Now: From Classic to Cool—the Very Last Word on First Names.
Popular names, Secret names, Nicknames
Q. How can I determine whether a name is so popular that there will be several of them in my child's class?
A. First of all, if you really like a name, don't worry about whether or not there will be duplicates. A thousand years' worth of Johns, Marys, and Bills have survived without a problem. And if you pick a popular name, you can at least be assured that no one will make fun of it.
But if you're committed to the idea of using a name your child won't have to share with anyone, do some local snooping. Nothing beats on-the-spot observation—swing through your neighborhood playground and keep an ear out for what moms and dads are calling their toddlers, ask neighbors about their children's friends' names, or get hold of the class lists at some local preschools.
Q. Should we tell people our name choice before the baby is born?
A. This is a personal decision; there's no should-or-shouldn't answer. If you make what feels like a definitive choice early on, you may want to share it, giving your child a head start on a solid, public identity even before he's born. This will also close the door to all those well-meaning suggestions others will be pressing on you (see question #3). But bear in mind that even if your decision feels final, you still might hit on something you like better further along or find that when the baby is born he simply doesn't look like a Leo.
Some parents prefer the elements of surprise and privacy, keeping their choice to themselves until the last minute. Others feel proprietary about their selection and reveal it only after the baby's birth because they don't want anyone in their circle of family and friends to use it before they do.
Q. Can I control nicknames? I love the name Katherine but don't want my daughter to be called Kathy.
A. Although you can insist from day one that Katherine be called just that, and most people will respect your wishes, there will always be someone who'll call her Kathy. And there may well come a time when your daughter herself will opt for Katie, Kate, Kath or Cat.
If you really don't like the prospect of a nickname, you can try to avoid it by choosing a name that on paper at least appears to be nickname-proof, like Brett or Morgan. But the fact is, no name is immune: You could end up with a Brettie or a Morg.
Ethnic names, matching names, cross-gender names
Q. I'd like to choose an ethnic name, but will this lead to playground teasing?
A. America, more than most countries, has an open attitude toward ethnicity, a tendency that's likely to increase in years to come. Names once considered exotic, such as Natalia, Adriana, Annika, Yasmine and Enzo, are found on increasing numbers of birth announcements. This is now a country in which there were more little boys named Khalil than Stanley born last year.
Less of a concern than teasing from other children is mispronunciation by teachers. Problems pop up most often when imported names require a specific accent to be pronounced correctly or are spelled differently than they're said, like the Irish Sinead (shin-AYD) or the Polish Andrzej (ahn-DRZHEY).
Of course, one of the reasons to give a distinctively ethnic name is that it will stand out and identify your child as being a member of a specific group.
Q. I want to give our baby an old family name, but will it end up seeming too fusty and grandma-ish?
A. You happen to be giving birth in the right decade. Old-fashioned names are quite trendy right now. Those that hadn't been used much in more than 100 years—such as Abigail, Isaiah, Claire, Ella, Elijah, Julian, and Julia—are rapidly gaining in popularity, as are the "virtue" names Hope, Grace, and Faith. If one of them has the added advantage of linking your child to her family heritage, forming a strong, comforting continuum, so much the better. And remember, too, that a name that may seem dated to you may have no associations for someone born in the 21st century. Matilda? What a cool name!
Q. I have a 2-year-old named Cole, and a friend told me that his brother-to-be's name should "match." Is this true?
A. Although most parents shun the twin-type naming patterns of the past, as in Sharon and Darren, they still seek names that are harmonious in terms of sound and style. After all, you (and others) will often be saying them in tandem. But the fact is that merely because of your taste, the names will probably end up matching, at least stylistically—since you'll have chosen both of them. Few families are likely to end up with a Charlotte and a Makayla. Yet because matching is in the eye—and ear—of the beholder, there's no real wrong answer.
If you have specific ideas about which sibling names can be used together, remember to think about future combinations when you're naming your first baby. The first name sets limits on later possibilities in ways only you can foresee.
Q. Are there problems with cross-gender names?
A. Although there have been ambigender names for centuries—such as Crystal and Emma, which both started out as boys' names—never has the trend been as widespread as it is today. There's no way to know by their names whether a Jordan, Morgan, Bailey, or Taylor is a girl or a boy.
But once a name is shared by the sexes, it tends to inevitably shift more into the female column. Most likely that's because few parents want their son to have a name that even hints at girlieness, while such biases don't exist in the same way for girls.
Either way, your child will grow up with his, or her, name as a matter of course. And regardless of what you end up naming your kids, you'll love them for who they are, no matter what they're called.


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Hopewell Music is enriching lives and empowering community in North Minneapolis through accessible high-quality music education!
Music in the Heart of NOrth minneapolis
Although many other neighborhoods and suburbs have music schools, community orchestras, choirs and bands, before Hopewell Music started, no similar program existed in North Minneapolis. Two local music teachers, Ellie Fregni and Jaette Carpenter, were concerned about the lack of music education on the Northside and founded Hopewell Music in 2012.


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Fiona Dwyer - Taihape Principals' Cluster: principals working together to enhance their own practice
Fiona Dwyer, principal of Mataroa School and Chair of the Taihape Principals' Cluster talks about how the cluster functions and how Kiwi Leadership for Principals (KLP) shaped their meetings.
We've got 10 school principals in our local cluster. They're from all sizes and types of school - from Taihape Area School with 400 plus students to Otairi School which has four. We're really spread out. While most of us are local to the Taihape region, some people come from as far away as Hunterville. Papanui Junction is our most isolated school. It's this isolation that makes our cluster really important professionally to us all.
We meet twice a term. One meeting is a short one for planning and housekeeping. The other meeting is a full day where we focus on our professional learning. We meet at a different school each time.
On the cluster meetings
At our first planning meeting we decided that we'd use the newly released Kiwi Leadership for Principals (KLP) document to shape our meetings over the year. We planned that each term we'd focus on one of the four areas of leadership practice described in KLP.
Our first meeting started with overviewing the document as a whole. We read an article about KLP from the Term 1 issue of New Zealand Principal* as preparation, then discussed how it aligned with documentation and acts of leadership we already have in our schools. The original plan was that subsequent meetings would focus on: Leading the Curriculum, Culture and the Curriculum, and finally Partnerships and Networks. It hasn't quite worked out that way because we spent two sessions looking at Partnerships and Networks – but we'll pick up on the other one the following year.
Naomi Kinnaird, from Massey University Centre for Educational Development, worked with our cluster to plan the sessions which follow a particular pattern. We send out links to the Educational Leaders website on research or articles related to the meeting topic – it's a really good resource for this kind of thing. Principals are expected to have done the reading before they come. We hold a quality learning circle (QLC) on the reading we've chosen.
This term we've also been using a planning resource from the website that focuses on culture. We've adapted it for ourselves. Principals completed it independently and then we collated all the information to form an outline of our cluster culture, as we see it, for new members when they enter.
Each term principals are asked to bring a reading, book or website recommendation so that we can swap ideas and share resources.
On KLP
Using KLP has focused our meetings more this year. It has really shaped our conversations and shifted our thinking. It's helped us to recognise the importance of educational leadership as opposed to organisational management in school leadership.
This shift in thinking has had some influence on how I do my job. For example I'm getting my staff to read relevant articles before we have a staff meeting to inspire and focus our discussions. We're having deeper and more focused conversations as a result which I believe is having an impact on teaching and learning.
At Mataroa School we have aligned the principal's appraisal goals and performance agreement to the KLP document and I'm using it to feedback on progress with my goals. Also I'm undertaking some other principals' appraisals and basing the documentation and feedback to each principal on KLP.
The educational leadership model (ELM) came out in a really good time in my career. When I first started as a principal the organisational side of the job was at the forefront of my mind, and educational leadership was less of a priority for me. But after I'd got through the first year I identified that I needed to "up" my focus on educational leadership, so I started to do more research and reading and made it a priority. When the ELM came out it fitted with where my own thinking was going and has focused our whole cluster group.
There are big challenges for us as principals though, like managing the balance between keeping things running smoothly while keeping focused on educational leadership. The cluster helps by giving us a chance to share issues and concerns and talk about how we each deal with them. Sharing knowledge and expertise and best practice between schools. It's been a big shift for us, but we're doing this successfully now.
On the travelling cluster conference
One of the things that has really built trust in the cluster group, so that we feel confident in sharing professional ideas issues and concerns, was our travelling cluster conference. We tied this into our Partnerships and Networks theme. The original idea behind it was to foster collegiality in our cluster and get to know each other better. Our area has had a history of roll competition between schools – so we've had to work hard on building collegiality and trust as professionals.
Ten of us took three consecutive days this year to travel to a number of best practice schools. We each identified things we wanted to do in our own schools, and decided to see if we could observe them in other schools that were similar to ours. Someone wanted to look at good board reporting, another wanted to discuss ERO visits, others had a look at inquiry practice and environmental education. One of our members organised the visit and matched principals with schools. There was partial funding from NZPF to do this, and also we each added funding from our individual schools.
We visited schools in Feilding, Wairarapa and Wellington and we talked to people who were taking part in the Ariki** project and then came back up through Foxton and Palmerston North.
Feedback indicates that it was the most incredible form of professional development that cluster members had ever had. We had terrific professional conversations as well as a chance to build greater trust in each other. The experience also helped us to establish a wider network of colleagues and contacts.
* Fitchett, M. (2009). Kiwi Leadership for Principals: what is happening out there? New Zealand Principal.
**Stewart, D. (2009). The Ariki Project: Collaborative Critique based on Evidence of Practice.


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The first time a document is opened it's fine, opens in just a few seconds.
Subsequently, there is a long delay (about 20 seconds) in the "Contacting server for information..." step.
This happens to all users and all documents, each one will open fast the first time then slowly the second and subsequent times (until, we think, the app pool is recycled - there is no schedules iisreset/reboot).
This does not happen when using Office 2007.
IE6 and 7 exhibit the same behaviour.
I'm trying to find a solution to an issue I'm having with Word 2010/SharePoint 2010/ and IE 8 working (or rather not working) together.
I'm using Windows XP, and I have recently upgraded from Office 2007 to Office Pro 2010, in doing so, I can no longer open Word 2010 .doc or .docx files via our SharePoint site using IE8. I can however, open these files without a problem using
Chrome and Safari. I would prefer to use IE8, as it provides better functionality in other areas for SP.
I have tried the following:
- all steps either together or separate to no avail!
For a bit more detail - here's the error I'm receiving:
"Microsoft Word has encounted a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience."
AppName: winword.exe AppVer: 14.0.4734.1000 AppStamp:4b58fb0e<
Can someone tell me if this is possible with these versions - I can't see anything for workflows on Word 2010. The Document has a signature line and is in a document library. I don't see Workflow in document item's menu option "Workflows"?
Office 2010 and SharePoint 2010 include a new set of components called Application Services. These put a rich set of tools in a developer's bag for Office automation. We'll show you how to use Office OpenXML, Word Automation Services and SharePoint to build a simple application that merges separate status reports into a single document.
Manvir Singh, Ankush Bhatia
MSDN Magazine July 2010
Hi All,
we receive error while trying to create excel sheet using the template we have uploaded on the SharePoint 2007.
This occurs on a machine that has Office 2010 installed. Earlier the machine had Office 2007 and everything was working fine.
Can you let me know why is problem is coming and how to resolve this.
Sanjeev Tiwari
Does Sharepoint 2007 Server support the new Excel 2010 feaures like slicers? Or do i have to have Sharepoint 2010 to get that working (considering all other components besides Sharepoint 2010 are available in my Sharepoint 2007 environment) ?
- Thanks
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TORONTO - Toyota is recalling nearly 150,000 sport utility vehicles in Canada as part of a global effort to fix seatbelts that may not properly restrain drivers and passengers in a collision.
The recall covers the 2006 to 2012 model years for the RAV4.
The company says lap belts for the second-row window seats can be cut and separate in the event of a frontal crash.
The auto manufacturer says owners of the affected vehicles will be notified by mail and it will add plastic covers to the metal seat cushion frame at no cost to customers.
The recall is part of a broader announcement involving 2.9 million RAV4s around the world, including more than 1.1 million in the U.S.
For more information on the recall you can visit the Transport Canada website, contact the vehicle manufacturer or call your local car dealer.


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As unspeakably horrific as it was, the Holocaust still fascinates researchers and readers alike. In some ways this is a good thing, as this fascination keeps the story of the Holocaust alive, thereby helping to serve the important mandate to "never forget".
Perhaps unwittingly, though, by focusing on Jews' vast suffering, much of the material devoted to the Holocaust tends to cast them as passive victims. This focus naturally lends itself to questions about resistance: why didn't the Jews resist? Why did they go, as the story goes, "like sheep to the slaughter"?
Sociologist Nechama Tec is well aware of these questions, as they confront her every time she presents her work on the Holocaust. Here, she seeks to dispel the myth of Jewish passivity once and for all by demonstrating that Jews did indeed resist their Nazi oppressors.
That this myth persists must be especially maddening to Tec, who has written a number of important works detailing such acts of resistance. Notably, she is the author of Defiance (2008), a book about Jewish partisans that was made into a major motion picture starring Daniel Craig.
With her latest work, she offers yet again to the book-reading public a well-documented presentation of Jewish resistance. Rather than focusing on a particular place, however, this treatise is much broader, illustrating the resistance in all its many forms. The range of acts is considerable. Beyond well-known instances such as the famed Warsaw Ghetto uprising of 1943, she shows that Jews also performed numerous acts intended as resistance – a concept Tec defines as "a set of activities motivated by the desire to thwart, limit, undermine, or end the exercise of oppression over the oppressed". Included in this category are things such as smuggling food into the ghettos rather than opting to starve at the hands of the Nazis; preserving documents to tell the story of European Jews for future generations; smuggling oneself into a ghetto in order to be able to provide eyewitness accounts of the atrocities therein; and delivering fatal morphine shots to hospital patients so that they need not die at the hands of Nazi soldiers. She devotes an entire chapter to the activities of couriers, both Jewish and Gentile, who aided resistance fighters by transporting documents, arms and money. Readers may be interested to learn that these roles were almost exclusively played by women (as Jewish men would be too easily identified in strip-searches), who performed some of the most dangerous yet important acts of resistance.
Refreshingly non-jargony and full of (understandably) powerful and tragic illustrations, Resistance draws on documented sources as well as Tec's own interviews with survivors. The individuals described include men and women, religious and assimilated, military and civilian, from all economic classes. No reader can help but be fascinated by their stories. In all honesty, though, I don't believe that a historian or other academic whose work focuses on the Holocaust is likely to find new insights here. (That doesn't mean that there isn't more to learn about the Holocaust, mind you. Researchers are constantly finding new sources that provide further details about the workings of this system of atrocity.) However, Holocaust scholars are not really Tec's primary audience, as they already know that Jews resisted. She is clear that she writes this book for a general audience in order to demonstrate that Jews did indeed resist. Undoubtedly, she has achieved her goal. Let's hope that people get the message this time.
Resistance: Jews and Christians Who Defied the Nazi Terror
By Nechama Tec
Oxford University Press, 304pp, £16.99
Published 22 August 2013


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The other day Lindsey and I were walking to a client meeting in the South End and I was stopped dead in my tracks when passing this little alleyway that was transformed into a gorgeous garden! Oooh-ing and Ahhh-ing I wondered aloud what it was- and then I saw a little box on the brick wall with business cards for, of course, a floral and event design company, Table & Tulip. I'd actually heard of Andrea Halliday, the owner, before after seeing some of her work at Chestnut Hill's Portobello Road boutique, but this little slice of heaven in the middle of the city was awesome (my pictures do not capture it)
Here is some of Andrea's beautiful work to brighten your day!


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The Los Angeles Police Department is refuting a story from TMZ that claims Brad Pitt is being investigated for child abuse.
"It's not true. There is no criminal investigation or any investigation of any kind against Brad Pitt," Sgt. Barry Montgomery, told the New York Post.
Montgomery says the popular celeb website "made it up."
TMZ posted a story that claimed Angelina's decision to end their relationship was triggered by a flight last Wednesday, during which Brad is said to have been intoxicated. The former couple are believed to have been on the aircraft with their six children and according to TMZ, a source told the news outlet Brad allegedly went "wild, screaming and getting physical with the kids".
The outlet, which broke the news of the couple's divorce said "the plane landed at an airport around 8 p.m." and witnesses claim that "Pitt continued his rant on the tarmac, and even tried leaving in one of the fuel trucks."
Jolie, who separated from Brad the next day and filed for divorce just four days later. The actress lists Sept. 15 as the official date of separation on the divorce papers.
After news of the divorce went public, Pitt explained in a statement to People magazine, his focus is on the "well-being of our kids."
"I am very saddened by this, but what matters most now is the well-being of our kids," he told People in the statement. "I kindly ask the press to give them the space they deserve during this challenging time."
The FBI is gathering it's own information regarding the incident and will evaluate whether to open its own investigation, spokeswoman Laura Eimiller said in a statement.
-With files from WENN and Associated Press