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The NFL Scouting Combine begins today in Indianapolis and the Dolphins will kick it off by making general manager Jeff Ireland available to the media sometime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
I am not in Indianapolis (been there, done that) but will be monitoring the action throughout the day on this blog. I will be here throughout the day to interact with you, to tell you of the latest happenings, to answer questions, to basically blog live for hours on end.
I cannot wait!
I will provide you with the most up-to-the-minute news and analysis delivered through the vast worldwide resources of The Miami Herald -- beat writer Jeff Darlington is in Indy covering the event and I have a television, a computer and a fully charged iPhone. Brain overload!
There will be other features on here throughout the six-day Combine as well that I will tell you about at the appropriate time.
So what's my point? Be here throughout the day for the event. It's a great way to pass the day away at work.
Now, I would warn you that the Combine is a time when approximately 400 team personnel people, 400 media, 300 athletes and 200 or so agents come together in the same place. Not surprisingly, rumors fly.
Some of the rumors are worth repeating -- for example Greg Bedard of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel tweeted Wednesday evening that word on the street is the Dolphins will "pay" Karlos Dansby.
Of course, that doesn't preclude other teams from wanting to "pay" Dansby, too. So I would not say it's 100 percent the Dolphins are going to land the Arizona inside linebacker when free agency begins March 5. I would tell you they have studied Dansby and like Dansby a lot.
But that's a looong way from absolutely resolving to sign the guy no matter the price. Miami is not going to do that. So be wary.
Another rumor yesterday that I only repeat so that I can mock it is this one saying the Dolphins and Lions have a trade brewing that will send running back Ronnie Brown, a first-round pick and perhaps a third round pick to Detroit for wide receiver Calvin Johnson.
And now that I told you what the rumor is, I tell you there is no truth to it. The Lions are indeed looking to trade, but mostly it is to trade down in the draft. The Dolphins are willing to trade just about anyone on the roster, including Brown, but him, the first pick, and a third pick is a ransom for anyone not named Manning or Rivers or Brady or Brees.
I'm just relaying rumor to you as an example of how anyone without sources or attribution can simply piece a paragraph together (poorly) and pass it off as reporting.
Anyway, if you can't get to the blog throughout the day, you can follow me on twitter, as I'll be sending out messages there as well. Yes, you can get the tweets to your phone.
I'll be here starting around 10ish.


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PINE MOUNTAIN, Ga. – The Peach Belt Conference (PBC) announced its annual year-end awards for men's golf Friday night, with Georgia College golfers Taylor Smith (Mansfield, Ga.) and Patrick Garrett (Kennesaw, Ga.) taking slots on the All-PBC teams.
Smith earns his second All-PBC nod, his first time taking a spot on the first team. He has posted a 73.3 stroke average, tied for second in the PBC. Smith has two top-10 finishes among his eight starts, his best finish coming at fifth at the 2013 Southeastern Intercollegiate.
Garrett picks up all-conference honors for the third time in his career by earning a second-team spot. He owns a single top-five finish this season and a 74.4 stroke average.
All-time the Bobcats have now put 34 golfers on the All-PBC Teams, all under the guidance of head coach Jimmy Wilson.
The Bobcats are back in action Saturday, April 20 at the PBC Tournament at Callaway Gardens.
The Georgia College Department of Athletics, two-time winners of the PBC Commissioner's Cup, sponsors 11 varsity athletic programs at the NCAA Division II level. As a Division II program, Bobcat Athletics prides itself on balancing the life of the student-athlete, evidenced by the teams' multiple appearances in post-season competition as well as documented academic success and community-service involvement. Sign up at www.twitter.com/BobcatSports and www.facebook.com/gcbobcats for up-to-the-minute reports, and visit www.GCBobcats.com for more information, and to nominate your favorite former Bobcats and Colonials to the GC Athletics Hall of Fame.


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March 13, 2009
NEW HAVEN, Conn. - Last Thursday, the U.S. Track & Field and Cross-Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) released a list of cross-country teams receiving Academic All-American honors for the 2008 season. Yale's team was among those recognized for academic excellence; this year, the Bulldogs had an impressive team GPA of 3.52, which is the sixth-highest of any Division I team in the entire country. Yale had the top GPA of any Ivy League cross-country team, and was the only Ivy to be ranked in the top 30 nationwide.
A complete release from the USTFCCCA can be viewed here.
Report by Bevin Peters '09, Yale Sports Publicity


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Car Review
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid: New Car Review
If you're skeptical about hybrid vehicles, or simply not a fan of them so far, the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid may change your mind. This unassuming sedan targets two negative stereotypes about hybrids and bids them a decisive auf Wiedersehen.
The first stereotype is that driving a hybrid is a strange experience. We've certainly tested our share of hybrids that drive like transportation pods and look like spaceships, but the Jetta Hybrid is notable for how downright normal it is. Aside from having two different motors -- gasoline and electric -- that work together to maximize fuel economy, the Jetta Hybrid drives like any other Jetta. And it looks like a Jetta, too, from its sensible sedan exterior to its simple, cleanly styled interior.
The second stereotype is that hybrids are slow. You'll realize the Jetta Hybrid is different as soon as you hit the accelerator. The electric motor provides immediate punch off the line, and the turbocharged 1.4-liter gas motor kicks in seamlessly, teaming up with the quick-shifting DSG automanual transmission to pull you forward with real urgency. In fact, the Jetta Hybrid feels similar to the fastest Jetta on the market, the turbocharged nonhybrid VW GLI -- except it gets an incredible 45 miles per gallon in combined city and highway driving.
What's New for 2014?
Changes for the Jetta Hybrid are limited to the availability of VW Car-Net telematics and a new high-resolution color display in the instrument cluster.
What We Like
Exceptional fuel economy; sprightly acceleration; "normal car" character; roomy back seat; attractive price
What We Don't
Touchy brakes; low-speed quirks from the DSG transmission
How Much?
Fuel Economy
The Jetta Hybrid is powered by both a 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline motor and an electric motor that gets its energy from a rear-mounted battery pack. Being a dual-mode hybrid, the Jetta Hybrid can shut the gas motor off when it's not needed.
When you step on it, both motors work in tandem to produce 170 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. An unusual touch is the 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automanual transmission, which the Hybrid shares with sporty models such as the GTI hatchback.
Given the Jetta Hybrid's respectable power, fuel economy is astounding: 42 mpg city/48 mpg hwy, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Standard Features & Options
The 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid sedan is offered in base, SE, SEL and SEL Premium trim levels.
The base model ($26,015) comes with 15-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth, automatic climate control, a 6-speaker sound system, a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel and a Hybrid-exclusive power gauge that replaces the tachometer and shows how efficiently you're driving.
The SE ($28,080) adds LED taillights, keyless entry with push-button start, iPod connectivity and a central touchscreen interface with a graphical Hybrid status display and an SD-card reader.
The SEL ($30,665) tacks on 16-in alloy wheels, a sunroof, a navigation system with a rearview camera and heated front seats with 6-way power adjustments for the driver.
The SEL Premium ($32,265) boasts 17-in alloy wheels, adaptive bi-xenon headlights with LED accents, fog lights and a premium Fender audio system.
The Car-Net telematics suite (see "Safety," below) is newly available on the Jetta Hybrid for the 2014 model year.
When you're at the dealership, make sure the Jetta Hybrid's trunk is to your liking. Although the regular Jetta has an impressive 15-plus cu ft of trunk space, the Jetta Hybrid has a battery pack back there, so it can only manage 11.3 cu ft. (That battery pack creates an awkward hump in the cargo floor.) There's still more than enough room for groceries and such, but golfers will find scant room for their bags, and larger suitcases can be a tight squeeze.
The 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid comes with standard stability control, 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes and six airbags (front, front side, and full-length side curtain). The available Car-Net telematics suite adds crash notification, roadside assistance, stolen-vehicle location assistance, remote vehicle access, and boundary and speed alerts, most of which are accessible to you via a smartphone app.
In government crash testing, the Jetta sedan received four stars out five overall, including four stars for frontal impacts and five stars for side impacts.
Behind the Wheel
The Jetta Hybrid is a surprisingly quick car, powering confidently away from stoplights and zipping around slow-moving traffic with ease. The gas motor is refined and responsive, while the electric motor adds a big dollop of torque that shoves you back in your seat. The DSG transmission can be finicky when you're parking -- you can feel it feathering the clutch like a teenager learning to drive, with less-than-precise results -- but it delivers amazingly quick shifts at speed.
While the Jetta Hybrid driving experience is dominated by its energetic powerplant, there's a lot to be said for the car's ride and handling, too. Blessed with largely the same upgraded suspension components as the GLI performance sedan, the Jetta Hybrid holds its own in corners, limited more by its mpg-minded tires than anything else. As for the ride, it's great, striking a subtle balance between control and comfort, and generally keeping road and wind noise at bay.
Our only criticism is the brakes, which use regenerative technology to recharge the battery pack via energy from the wheels. All hybrids employ some version of this technology, and most have odd-feeling brakes as a result. Alas, the Jetta Hybrid is no exception: The pedal feel is inconsistent, and the act of braking generally requires more thought than you're probably used to. It's not a huge deal, but keep it in mind on your test drive.
Other Cars to Consider
Ford Fusion Hybrid -- The sleek Fusion Hybrid gets slightly better EPA-rated fuel economy. Like the VW, it has a surprisingly playful character. We prefer the Jetta's power delivery, though.
Honda CR-Z -- The CR-Z has that spaceship vibe we talked about, for better or worse, but it's an intimate 2-seat coupe that's fun to drive, so we recommend giving it a look if you don't need a back seat.
Toyota Camry Hybrid -- The Camry Hybrid's fuel economy, while still mighty impressive, is no longer class-leading. However, Toyota's fuel-sipping family sedan does provide surprisingly robust power, albeit with less refinement than the Volkswagen.
AutoTrader's Advice
Given the reasonable pricing, there's not a bad Jetta Hybrid in the bunch. We'd steer you toward the base model, because it's a lot of car for $25,000, and higher trim levels fortunately won't break the bank.


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Indian Food Recipes
Mash Ki Daal (Spiced Pearled Barley Recipe)
This is my interpretation of mash ki dal, which is traditionally a lentil dish made from tikki dal. For this version, I prepared it with pearled barley, which I think has a marvelous texture that works well for the dish. I soaked the barley overnight so the grains were fully hydrated.
The rest of the preparation consists of a few coarsely chopped tomatoes, dried red chiles, thinly sliced ginger and chopped coriander. It's nutritious, tasty and not that complicated. Perfect for our family's dinner meal!
I'll be in Los Angeles this weekend sharing samples from my latest cookbook, Banh Mi, at a pre-party for the Golden Globes. Stay tuned for pictures!
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Roasted Whipped Eggplant Dip Recipe
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Asparagus and Pea Appetizers
We're having a large dinner party this Saturday, so I tested a new appetizer recipe today. I prepared the filling for the appetizers with green peas and asparagus. To ensure that the filling would spread easily, I also added eggplant pulp and a bit of Pecorino cheese.
To save time, instead of placing puff pastry dough into molds and following the curve of the molds, I cut pastry rounds. Once baked and flaky, I divided them in half crosswise, then filled them with the green mixture. They resembled savory pâte à choux buns, minus all the labor normally required.
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Ultay Pultay Recipe (Indian Chana Pancake Curry)
Ultay pultay is what my father-in-law (I call him "Daddy"), who's a vegetarian, considers a festive dish. This dish is composed of thin, firmly pressed chickpea pancakes soaked in spicy gravy. The cooking time was a bit a long but seeing Daddy enjoy his meal was so rewarding.
I learned to make ultay pultay from Lulu's paternal grandmother's sister. The entire family calls her Muni Baji in Urdu, which translates to "little sister" in English and she's indeed the youngest of a large brood; Lulu's grandmother was the eldest.
It was a lot of fun learning the curry dish from Muni Baji. She told me a lot of stories about her life in Hyderabad. For instance, the gravy calls for fried onion paste and back in the day, there was no blender so it was puréed by hand!
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Aloo Taheri Recipe (Indian Potato Rice)
Taheri is to Indian cuisine what risotto is to Italian cuisine. In the Indian version, basmati rice is cooked in the same manner as Arborio rice would be in risotto.
I cooked a few vegetables such as broccoli, zucchini (freshly picked from our garden) and carrots with caramelized onions and spices, then pan-fried pre-boiled potatoes. Once the vegetable mixture is very fragrant, the grains of basmati rice are incorporated and cooked until softened. Unlike pilaf, the rice is pre-boiled separately, then steamed on top of the vegetables, this method provides a very flavorful rice.
Aloo is Indian for "potato". I initially planned this recipe for my first cookbook Haute Potato but later decided otherwise. Taheri is a very common Pakistani dish. My husband's aunt, Phoopi, is an expert Pakistani cook as her in-laws are the owner of the delicious Shezan in downtown Mountain View, California. If you're searching for authentic Pakistani and Indian cuisine, stop by, say hi and savor mouth-watering, spicy food.
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Rex Ryan sure loves ex-Ravens.
Eron Riley, who earned a spot on the Ravens' practice squad 2009 as an undrafted wide receiver from Duke, was signed today by the Jets off the Broncos' practice squad.
The Jets were a little thin at wide receiver after trading former Raven Derrick Mason to the Houston Texans last week.
Riley is big (6-foot-3, 207 pounds), but not particularly fast. At Duke, he played 45 career games (40 starts), catching 144 passes for 2,413 yards (16.8 avg.) and 22 touchdowns.
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Author Notes: Dense, fresh and robustly spiced, this is one of my favourite fritattas. The nutty bite of chickpeas rolled around in the orange oil oozing from the chorizo give the dish a substantial feel, making it good for a full meal not a just side dish. I've made it with spinach, chard and cavalo nero, play around with the flavours, it is very forgiving. —Hadyourtea?
Food52 Review: WHO: Hadyourtea is a writer, a cook, and a "mum."
WHAT: A savory, spicy, hearty frittata that keeps us interested long into a third slice.
HOW: Saute all of the ingredients together, dump in the eggs, and broil.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Light enough to serve for tapas and hearty enough to eat for dinner, this frittata should be up anyone's sleeve. (It also comes together in ten minutes -- an added plus.) We love how the flavor of the chorizo infuses the dish, and how it can at once be casual or elegant. —The Editors
Serves: 6
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
small onion
cloves of garlic
splash olive oil
roasted red pepper
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teaspoon smoked paprika
handfuls spinach, generous
eggs, beaten
pinch salt
- Finely chop the onion and garlic and saute in a frying pan in a good glug of olive oil until soft and fragrant.
- Dice the red pepper and chorizo into chickpea-sized chunks and add to the pan with the chickpeas and paprika.
- Saute everything together until the orangy paprika oils run from the chorizo.
- Add the spinach and keep stirring until it wilts and everything starts to meld together in the pan.
- Add the eggs and stir gently to incorporate the eggs into the whole mixture, then allow to set over a medium heat.
- Preheat the grill then slide the whole pan under the grill to set the top of the fritatta, it will only take a minute or two to become light gold and puffy.
- Remove from the grill, gently loosen from the edge of the frying pan with a knife then place a large plate over the pan and invert the fritatta onto it. Then place another plate on top and invert once again so the glossy grilled top of the fritatta is on view.
- Sprinkle with a little sea salt.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into canape sized cubes or wedges. Serve hot or room temperature as a tapas or with a salad.
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Damers First School – Local Councillor Stella Jones comes to visit
Local Councillor and member of the Plastic Free Dorchester Steering Group Stella Jones came in to visit the children at Damers First School to hear about their Plastic Free Dorchester Campaign. The children asked her questions and listened to her speak about the ideas she had planned for the town in the future related to the environment.
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Toy Bot Diaries Entry 3 now available
Today IUGO has released the third and final episode of Toy Bot Diaries, a puzzle platformer that gives you control over Toy Bot. This cute little robot has a magnetic grappling hook and magnetic boots that give him the power to get past all possible obstacles. In his third adventure, Toy Bot goes to space and explores colorful levels to regain his memories. The first two parts of the game were very amusing and received high reviews. The game is now available for $3.99 in the App Store.


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US Attorney Honored for Violence Against Women Work
SIOUX FALLS - U.S. Attorney Brendan Johnson is being honored for his work in combating violence against women.
The South Dakota Domestic Violence Coordinating Committee selected Johnson as its Prosecutor of the Year.
The SDDVCC is an organization led by the South Dakota Coalition Ending Domestic & Sexual Violence and the South Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault.
Brenda Hill is the Native co-director of the South Dakota Coalition Ending Domestic & Sexual Violence. She says Johnson has demonstrated a commitment to protecting women and holding defendants accountable.
Johnson started his career prosecuting violence against women cases as a state prosecutor. He has been the U.S. Attorney in South Dakota since 2009. As U.S. Attorney, Johnson has forced on ending human trafficking, domestic abuse and sexual violence.
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