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Fire ravages migrant camp in France
Opening Sequence
Hong Kong protests march on with massive turnout
"May God ruin him" Tlaib's grandmother to Trump
Trump weighs in on dueling protests in Portland
Trump, Chinese planners team up to lift stocks
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In case you thought the preseason mattered
For all of the hoopla (on television, at least) attendant to the NFL's preseason, not to mention the full price tickets that season ticket holders must pay for, one would hope that these four games actually informed us about the teams, and their respective performances during the upcoming regular season.
At times the NFL seems to resemble the Catholic Church in its glacial pace of change; but it seems more than time for a reduction in the number of games that simply do not matter/
Of course, all of us who have followed professional football for any length of time know, at least intrinsically, that that is simply not the case. Now there is evidence to back-up are gut instincts. According to a study published in the Journal of Sports Economics:
So, not only is the preseason not predictive, but the third preseason game -- the one that is supposedly the "dress rehearsal" for the season -- also does not have predictive value. The authors further discovered that, prior to 1995, there was some predictive value to the preseason, but are at a loss to explain what has changed since that time.The empirical evidence suggests that preseason winning percentages did provide significant information about regular season winning percentages in the 1970-1991 seasons. This confirms the findings of Craig and Hall (1994), although obtained with more robust econometric methods. However, we can find no evidence that preseason winning percentages or wins in the third game of the preseason are predictors of regular season success in the 2002-2010 interval (Jianakoplos and Shields, 2012).
At times the NFL seems to resemble the Catholic Church in its glacial pace of change; but it seems more than time for a reduction in the number of games that simply do not matter/


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7 Ways Facebook Could Expand Its Social Foothold
Facebook has 901 million users worldwide. Like Apple's nearly $100 billion in cash, the number invites speculation about how it will be used. Following an expected $18 billion IPO, shareholders will be among those asking.
One of the key areas it needs to focus on is mobile. Facebook only began advertising on its mobile platform two months ago and admittedly is still lagging in that area. In its F-1 filing—which preceded mobile advertising—Facebook noted potential consequences for its bottom line."Growth in use of Facebook through our mobile products, where our ability to monetize is unproven, as a substitute for use on personal computers may negatively affect our revenue and financial results," it said. Ad dollars are the lifeblood of the company.
Today, Facebook is an advertising company masquerading as a social network. Last year it pulled in revenue approaching $4 billion and that wasn't from the 2.7 billion likes and comments or 250 million photos uploaded per day; it was from the advertising that surrounded it all, plus a little help from FarmVille and Mafia Wars. In its S-1 filing, the company said, "The substantial majority of our revenue is currently generated from third parties advertising on Facebook. In 2009, 2010, and 2011, advertising accounted for 98%, 95%, and 85%, respectively, of our revenue." Zynga accounts for another 12 percent. Facebook has managed to make more cash per user; from 2010 to 2011, it saw 39 percent growth in monthly active users accompanied by an 88 percent increase in revenue.
Even though Facebook has gone from a dorm room project by a few friends to a social network responsible for 100 billion "friendships," it hasn't yet reached its potential. There are existing and undiscovered markets that it can and may be planning to enter. Facebook has already taken on Gmail and Gchat. There are businesses Facebook was rumored to be diving into, but it only dipped a toe in, partnering with existing services, such as its music alliance with Spotify, MOG, and Rdio and movie streaming with Warner Bros. and Miramax.
As shareholders look for a return on their investment, here are some ways Facebook may expand to deliver.
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I cross my fingers behind my back and say, "I'm fine, just fine," when anyone asks me how I'm doing. I smile, even though I feel like I'm folding like paper, slowly ripping at the edges from the wet heat of the pressure cooker. What if I can't do it all?
Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall. Humpty Dumpty had a great fall...
I take Archer out of his crib and into my arms.
"You're supposed to be sleeping, baby."
It's amazing how fast he stops crying when I pick him up. It is still hard to believe his cries are for me. Because he needs me. A feeling both wonderful and completely terrifying.
"How about you lie back down and go to sleep so mama can unpack the kitchen, okay?"
I want to be taken care of, and at the same time I want so badly to be able to take care of myself. And I can't. I want to help everyone, but I can't. I want to show Archer that life is not perfect, that the world is wild and unorthodox and there is beauty in the dark and Here, let's eat sand all day and finger paint with icecream... Yet all the while, I hold in my hands a box of wet wipes. Antibacterial. You can never be too careful.
Yes, you can!
No, you cannot.
These days I care about the kinds of things I never dreamed I'd even think about. I care about jobs providing benefits. I care about money and lifestyle and keeping a clean house, an orderly life. And it's consuming me. There are days when I get in my car to go to the gym, and for a split second I think about turning right instead of left, of taking the 101 to San Francisco to join the street performers (I could play the tambourine!). So much of my energy is spent trying to catch up with my life and outrun it at the same time. Faster, so it all blurs. Faster, and I can be spontaneous again. I can be free. Selfish. I can wander aimlessly. I can feel lost.
Sometimes I miss the yesterdays. The guts. But the guts are still here! They have to be.
Maybe. I can turn myself inside out, but a part of me is afraid that when I do, I will find a clean interior, wires tied neatly in a bow, and I cannot imagine a scarier sight. White-picket-fenced. Responsible. Shoot me, then, in the foot. Watch me bleed. No, thanks. I don't want a Band-Aid.
Growing up, my mom was very much together. She never cussed. She never flipped anyone off. She never broke the law. Or snuck out for a cigarette. But I am not my mother. I am myself. And while I want what's best for my child, I also want what's best for me.


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MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. - The No. 6 Georgia College & State University's men's tennis team (16-3, 7-0 PBC) and head coach Steve Barsby finished the season ranked second in the NCAA Southeast Regional ranking. As the No. 2 seed, the Bobcats will host a regional tourney at the Centennial Center Tennis Facility May 7-9.
Georgia College will host Anderson University, Wingate University, Limestone College, Lees-McRae College and Peach Belt Conference (PBC) member, Columbus State University.
Thursday, May 7 the Trojans of Anderson will square off against the Wingate Bulldogs. The winner of that match will face Columbus State University Friday, May 8.
The Limestone Saints play the Bobcats of Lees-McRae Thursday. Along with hosting the regional tourney, Georgia College gets a bye and will face the winner of the Limestone and Lees-McRae match Friday, May 8 at 10 a.m.
The winners of the matches Friday will square off May 9 for a spot in the Sweet-16. The Bobcats have never hosted the NCAA Regionals in men's tennis. The GCSU men's squad was selected to the NCAA Tournament this year for the third-straight year and the 10th season overall.
Of the teams coming to Milledgeville, Georgia College has a 2-0 record this season, getting 5-4 victories over both Anderson and Columbus State.
Visit www.GCSUBobcats.com to nominate your favorite former Bobcats and Colonials to the GCSU Athletics Hall of Fame. The GCSU Department of Athletics sponsors 10 varsity athletic programs at the NCAA Division II level. As a Division II program, GCSU prides itself on balancing the life of the student-athlete, evidenced by the Bobcats' multiple appearances in post-season competition as well as documented academic success and community-service involvement. Sign up at Twitter.com username GCSUSID for up-to-the-minute reports.


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List of things you don't want to happen:
- Have spinach stuck in your teeth for the duration of a first date.
- Buy a new car and have it break down on the way home.
- Have the car you built and sold to Consumer Reports break down even before it's checked in.
A positive Consumer Reports review can make or break a new car. Even established cars can suffer when the great CR Oracle turns its head away, as the Honda Civic is well aware.
So what happens when a start-up automaker sells a $100,000 car to the almighty CR, only to have it on a flatbed truck moments later? It's not going to be good.
The magazine says its Fisker Karma broke down during calibration tests just days into its ownership period. When a dashboard warning appeared, the driver stopped but then couldn't get into gear again. Since there's not much a guy can do to fix such a problem, the dealer sent a truck to take the new EV away. CR had a snarky little comment, as you might expect:
We buy about 80 cars a year and this is the first time in memory that we have had a car that is undriveable before it has finished our check-in process.
Sure, this could just be the teething process of a new company and a new car. Problems are expected on any new product, but a new automaker can't afford highly publicized breakdowns and financial problems. Large automakers can absorb the costs and fix the issues, but I'm not sure Fisker is in a position to do that.
Even when the Karma is fixed and returned to CR, is there any hope of it receiving the coveted "Recommended" rating? I wouldn't think so. Bring on the "bad karma" jokes!
Even if the Fisker Karma was affordable, would this breakdown influence your buying decision?
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text: NFL commissioner Roger Goodell made it clear the Pro Bowl wasn't long for this Earth unless selected players started showing competitive effort in the game. With broadcast rights to the televised cash cow at stake, it was important viewers get the impression what they were watching wasn't just a joke of an exhibition. Thus, it's no surprise NBC announcers brought up that key idea of "effort" so many times. We're just impressed they were so emphatic about it. [NBC]


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Deadline roundup: Rays face decision on Price
The July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline is less than a week away. Clubs are sorting out whether they're buyers or sellers and trying to assess how new Draft-pick compensation rules affect their valuation of players, all while also trying to, you know, win ballgames.
From now until the Deadline, we'll be checking in on the trade news around baseball, with help from MLB.com's reporters. The countdown is under way.
The July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline is less than a week away. Clubs are sorting out whether they're buyers or sellers and trying to assess how new Draft-pick compensation rules affect their valuation of players, all while also trying to, you know, win ballgames.
From now until the Deadline, we'll be checking in on the trade news around baseball, with help from MLB.com's reporters. The countdown is under way.
The latest on Price: Seven straight wins had the Rays sitting a suddenly manageable seven games back in the AL East, entering Friday, to say nothing of the meager 4 1/2-game deficit they held in the Wild Card. So it would surprise absolutely no one if all this David Price banter leads to bupkis in terms of actual trade activity before the Deadline. Even if the Rays do plan to trade Price before 2015, when he could command roughly 25 percent of their payroll, they have the option of doing so in the winter, though an executive told ESPN.com's Jayson Stark that this tact could cost them in the neighborhood of "30 to 40 percent" of Price's trade value.
The growing speculation is that the Rays will take this thing right up until the July 31 deadline to make sure they are making the absolute best decision and getting every contender's last, most desperate offer. But trading Price is looking like anything but a sure thing with the way this club is playing lately, and that's a pretty stunning turnaround from mid-June.
Phillies phinances: The Phillies benched Ryan Howard on Thursday against a right-hander (Tim Hudson) he has had plenty of success against in the past, lending some credence to the speculation that they might just cut ties with the struggling veteran first baseman despite the $60 million remaining on his contract after this year.
Obviously, Howard has not proven to be a hot commodity in the trade market, and the same can be said of some of the other Phillies veterans with big contracts - Cliff Lee ($37.5 million minimum for 2015-16), A.J. Burnett (somewhere between $7.5 million and $15 million for 2015, depending on vesting options), Jonathan Papelbon ($13 million in 2015, with a vesting option for another $13 million in 2016), Jimmy Rollins ($11 million in '15), Chase Utley ($10 million in '15, with vesting options through '18) and even Marlon Byrd ($8 million in '15, with a vesting $8 million in '16).
So as much as the Phillies are showing a willingness to rebuild, these colossal contracts severely hamper their ability to get anything substantial back from contending teams. That said, a Burnett reunion with the Pirates makes some sense, and Byrd's deal might be manageable enough to attract a team like the Reds, who need an outfield bat.
Bombers needed in Bronx: The early returns from guys like Shane Greene and Brandon McCarthy might have the Yankees targeting another bat instead of an arm, although ESPN's Jim Bowden reported the team is in talks with the Padres regarding right-hander Ian Kennedy. The Yankees also acquired lefty Chris Capuano from the Rockies on Thursday.
"It's weird," general manager Brian Cashman said in an interview with ESPN New York 98.7 FM. "Our pitching has been drastically altered because of the injuries, and despite losing four out of five starters and all that stuff, our pitching has survived -- surprisingly -- to this point. I think our offense should be better."
MLB.com's Bryan Hoch noted that the Twins' Josh Willingham and the Rangers' Alex Rios would both make sense for this Yankee squad, which upgraded its infield with the acquisition of Chase Headley earlier this week. The club is also believed to be monitoring Arizona second baseman Aaron Hill.
As for Kennedy, a first-round Draft pick by the Yankees in 2006, Bowden reports third-base prospect Eric Jagielo and 19-year-old left-hander Ian Clarkin could be sent to the Padres in a deal. Both were first-round selections by the Yankees last year. CBSSports.com's Jon Heyman, however, reported that the Yankees are unwilling to give up both players for Kennedy.
Tigers still talking relief: Detroit's bold strike for Joakim Soria might not be Dave Dombrowski's last attempt to upgrade his battered bullpen before the Deadline.
As MLB.com's Jason Beck reported, the Soria trade could be the opener of a two-part plan, especially given news that Joel Hanrahan is not expected to pitch in the Majors this year.
"I'm not sure if we will [make another move] or not," Dombrowski said Thursday morning, "but we're still open-minded to it."
A Tigers scout has been spotted watching the Phillies, who are expected to move lefty Antonio Bastardo.
The Tigers do not, however, look likely to do anything at shortstop, where they are quite pleased with the quick adaptation of Eugenio Suarez, or in the outfield, where they expect Andy Dirks to be a difference-maker from the left-hand side once he returns from injury.
Redbird banter: The Cardinals are a team oft-cited as having the goods to land an elite arm like that of Price, and, despite concerns about an offense that has lagged all year, general manager John Mozeliak has indicated he's on the hunt for some rotation help.
But Mozeliak told reporters, including MLB.com's Jenifer Langosch, that no deal is imminent on the rotation front and that back-end depth is still more likely to be acquired than a front-end upgrade.
The Cardinals have moved Carlos Martinez back to the bullpen and Shelby Miller back to the rotation, all while expecting Michael Wacha back sometime in September.
Anthony Castrovince is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his columns and follow him on Twitter at @Castrovince.


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Ixia Provides Key Assessment for Life-Critical Wi-Fi
Ixia Provides Key Assessment for Life-Critical Wi-Fi
With the growth of BYOD in both enterprise and health care settings, Ixia validates and hardens crucial Wi-Fi networks
CALABASAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ixia (NAS: XXIA) , a provider of test and monitoring solutions to accelerate and secure application delivery, enhances the delivery of critical applications over Wi-Fi networks. As a result of the widespread use of life-critical Wi-Fi devices, including defibrillators, infusion pumps and EKG monitors, in health care and the increasing use of BYOD for voice and video unified communication tools in the enterprise, it is more important than ever that Wi-Fi networks work reliably all the time. Ixia has expanded its market leading Wi-Fi test solution, IxVeriWave, to allow client device manufacturers, enterprises and carriers to optimize their products and services, find problems faster, and meet the growing demand for reliable Wi-Fi.
With the emergence of BYOD, Wi-Fi carries more business-critical real-time voice and video data than ever before. The medical industry also continues to increasingly integrate Wi-Fi capability into critical patient care devices. Wi-Fi Alliance certification testing focusing only on interoperability is no longer sufficient, and customers will not accept any loss in reliability as poor performance can adversely impact business- or life-critical applications.
Product Highlights
IxVeriWave allows users to quickly and easily simulate live networks, prompt devices to roam, and measure key performance indicators. The Ixia solution's automated functional and performance analysis system minimizes costs and test time. Ixia optimizes performance by putting devices through a battery of hundreds of specific tests designed to comprehensively evaluate the performance and capabilities of any client device.
With Ixia, both enterprises and carriers can now address challenges unique to Wi-Fi with testing functionality, including:
- Baselining of performance in the lab under ideal and simulated real-world conditions.
- Assessing real-world performance by introducing background traffic, interference and other variables.
- Replicating live network conditions to isolate and address problems prior to product release.
- Range and roaming validation using programmable step attenuators to move devices away from and between access points in a controlled fashion.
- Coexistence / interoperability testing by evaluating devices with multiple APs and mobile clients.
- Application performance / Quality of Experience assessment through generation of voice, video and data traffic to and from the devices using Ixia endpoints.
Industry Commentary
"Wi-Fi enabled devices are becoming central to the mobile ecosystem," said Craig Mathias, Principal with the wireless and mobile advisory firm Farpoint Group. "Manufacturers can't afford to offer anything less than the best experience to users, and they must therefore validate performance and quality throughout the entire life cycle of every product."
"Wi-Fi is no longer a 'nice to have,' and more enterprises, health professionals and consumers depend on reliable Wi-Fi for everyday activities," said Joseph Zeto, director of product marketing for Ixia. "Ixia solutions are recognized as the gold standard for optimizing application delivery over Wi-Fi, and we continue to leverage this expertise and introduce comprehensive new standards for validating Wi-Fi enabled mobile devices."
For additional information about Wi-Fi device testing and performance with Ixia, please visit www.wifidevicetest.ixiacom.com/ or download our whitepaper on actionable insight into Wi-Fi device performance testing.
Ixia will also showcase Wi-Fi test and performance solutions at the 2013 Mobile World Congress, Feb. 25-28 in Barcelona, Spain. Please visit us at booth No. 6C91 for more information.
About Ixia
Ixia solutions deliver actionable insight through real-time monitoring, real-world testing and rapid assessment. This visibility provides organizations with a complete understanding into user behavior, security vulnerabilities, network capacity, application performance and IT resiliency. From the lab to the network to the cloud, Ixia solutions enable its customers to optimize networks and data centers to accelerate, secure and scale application delivery. For more information, visit www.ixiacom.com.
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It all started in June 2013, my best friend noticed I kept itching a mole on my back. She took a look at it and immediately told me I NEED to get that checked out ASAP. She kept saying "it could be melanoma." I knew weeks before that it was growing rapidly and that I probably should get it looked at but I put it off. Until that day, something in her voice scared me.
On my lunch break from work I called the dermatologist. They said they happened to have one last appointment open for the very next day, and not another one available until September. I took the appointment for the next day. I went in to meet Dr. Smith and he told me the mole didn't look right and we should probably take it off to get it sent to the lab. A few days later I was at home with my fiancé and I got a call from Dr. Smith. He said I have some unfortunate news, "you have Melanoma". I couldn't even believe it, I hardly knew anything about skin cancer but I knew that melanoma was "the worst of the 3 types." And I am 2 months pregnant! As he kept explaining the next steps for this I tried to hold back my tears. I barely even heard anything he said. All I could think about was how one minute I'm fine and the next I have cancer. CANCER! That horrible word you never want to hear that someone has that horrible word you associate death with.
I then of course googled everything about melanoma. I read all the horrible stories and all of the life expectancies depending on what stage you have and how deep the actual tumor is into your skin. I called the Doctor back to get more answers now that I knew what I was actually dealing with. He said I have stage 2C. That means the melanoma is 4+ mm thick and is ulcerated. A few weeks later I met with an oncologist and a surgical oncologist. They explained the grueling procedure to me, even told me I should think about aborting my pregnancy. Melanoma was 1 of 3 cancers that can actually cross the placenta to the baby. It's a 3% chance of happening. I decided to take my chances. I scheduled my appointment for surgery. I had to wait till I was in my 2nd trimester since I had to get general anesthesia. July 16th was surgery day. I was super nervous. They made an 8 inch long excision on my back; I had a few lymph nodes taken out in my neck and right underarm. I was supposed to be able to go home after surgery, but since I couldn't stop throwing up I had to stay the night. I was in so much pain; I couldn't even go pee on my own. I couldn't get in or out of bed without someone helping me.
All I could hope for was the phone call telling me it went well. I had to wait 8 long months of pregnancy before I could get scans to find out for sure that the cancer was gone. I was told I had a "possible" positive lymph node. That would put me at a stage 3 melanoma. I ended up going to Dana Farber in Boston to get a second opinion on the lymph node. That was ruled out negative. Thank God. January 31st my precious little Myla was born. A few weeks later I got my pet scan and brain MRI, and about an hour after that I was finally able to say that I am cancer free! For the next 5 years I will have to get pet scans and ultrasounds on my lymph nodes every few months. I have a 50% chance that the Melanoma will return. Until then I will enjoy life with my family and friends, and pray that it doesn't come back. All those years I went tanning and would lay out in the sun are coming back to haunt me. Wear sunscreen people! It can save your life! Maybe I can save somebody's life by sharing my story and having them think twice about that tan they think they need.
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I can relate to your story! Mine came back also, but this time was definitely melanoma. I almost had to stay over night after my surgery because I kept throwing up, Such great news you are cancer free and congrats on having your baby girl!
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I had a mark on my jaw line for a year and chalked it up to a freckle. A friend asked me what it was and I played if off. A year later they asked me again and I did notice that the freckle has changed and there was a small darker colored spot within the brown area. I went to a dermatologist who did not hesitate and did a biopsy ,,, and it was in fact melanoma.
As with you and many, I started reading the information on the internet and soon became scared out of my mind. Lucky for me the Skin Cancer Center here in Cincinnati took me in immediately, literally the next day. They did MOHS surgery and I left the office clean, although they sent off the last layer (the outer margin) to a pathologist to double check.
I am of course anxious to learn those results. The doctor said it was an early detection and that it spread laterally but not downward, so nothing took root. That is the news I wanted to hear.
In the waiting room after my first cut, a man across from me was talking to someone else, saying he had basil cell, and "at least it is not the M word ...". I almost vomited! I looked at him and said "I have that".
Today I am going to change the bandage, clean things up, redress the wound, and go about my business. And thank God for this blessing. None of us knew anything about the effects of over exposure back when we all played on the beaches in Connecticut, in fact we all felt that once the sun-burned layer peeled, the tan was there ,,, we actually thought that was a good thing.


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Jim Merod points to a series of remarkable teachers who deeply influenced his intellectual career: R.P. Blackmur and Walter Kaufman at Princeton; William Arrowsmith and Harold Bloom at Middlebury College; David Halliburton and Bliss Carnochan at Stanford; and A. R. Ammons, his friend and colleague at Cornell.
In addition to his work as a teacher, critic and writer, Jim has been a jazz and blues recording and mastering engineer for more than twenty years. His recording credits include Tito Puente, Joe Lovano, Tommy Flanagan, Sarah Vaughan, Eddie Palmieri, Wynton Marsalis, Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz, Tolu, Los Lobos, Ozomatli, Luciana Souza and many others. Jim is the co-author of legendary composer-saxophonist Benny Golson's autobiography


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By John D. BanusiewiczAmerican Forces Press Service
Over the last few days -- and particularly yesterday -- we`ve seen acts of violence and intimidation by the Taliban, and there may be more in the days to come, " the president said. We knew that the Taliban would try to derail this election. Yet even in the face of this brutality, millions of Afghans exercised the right to choose their leaders and determine their own destiny. And as I watched the election, I was struck by their courage in the face of intimidation, and their dignity in the face of disorder. " Obama called the election an important step forward in the Afghan people`s effort to take control of their future, even as violent extremists are trying to stand in their way. " It was the first democratic election run by Afghans in more than three decades, with more than 30 presidential candidates and more than 3,000 provincial council candidates running for office, including a record number of women, the president noted. Some 6,000 polling stations were open around the country, and Afghan national security forces took the lead in providing security, he added. There is a clear contrast between those who seek to control their future at the ballot box and those who kill to prevent that from happening, " Obama said. Once again, extremists in Afghanistan have shown themselves willing to murder innocent Muslims -- men, women and children -- to advance their aims. But I believe that the future belongs to those who want to build -- not those who want to destroy. And that is the future that was sought by the Afghans who went to the polls, and the Afghan national security forces who protected them. " The president emphasized that the United States did not support any candidate in this election. Our only interest was the result fairly, accurately reflecting the will of the Afghan people, and that is what we will continue to support as the votes are counted, and we wait for the official results from the Afghan Independent Electoral Commission and the Electoral Complaints Commission, " he said. Obama also praised the American servicemembers and civilians serving in Afghanistan. Our men and women in uniform are doing an extraordinary job in Afghanistan. So are the civilians who serve by their side, " he said. All of them are in our thoughts and prayers, as are their families back home. This is not a challenge that we asked for -- it came to our shores when al-Qaida launched the 9/11 attacks from Afghanistan. But America, our allies and partners -- and above all, the Afghan people -- share a common interest in pursuing security, opportunity, and justice. " Meanwhile, he added, the United States will continue to work with its Afghan partners to strengthen security, governance and opportunity in Afghanistan. Our goal is clear: to disrupt, dismantle, and defeat al-Qaida and their extremist allies, " the president said. That goal will be achieved -- and our troops will be able to come home -- as Afghans continue to strengthen their own capacity, and take responsibility for their own future. "


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- Deyle, G. D. Effectiveness of Manual Physical Therapy and Exercise in Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Ann Intern Med 132, 173–181 (2000).
- Gatchel, R. J. & Okifuji, A. Evidence-Based Scientific Data Documenting the Treatment and Cost-Effectiveness of Comprehensive Pain Programs for Chronic Nonmalignant Pain. The Journal of Pain 7, 779–793 (2006).
- ACR OA Guidelines Non-pharmacological - Knee and Hip. American College of Rheumatologists (2009).
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- Deyle, G. D. Effectiveness of Manual Physical Therapy and Exercise in Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Ann Intern Med 132, 173–181 (2000).
- Gatchel, R. J. & Okifuji, A. Evidence-Based Scientific Data Documenting the Treatment and Cost-Effectiveness of Comprehensive Pain Programs for Chronic Nonmalignant Pain. The Journal of Pain 7, 779–793 (2006).
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Well, wasn't feeling too hot for a few days, so I got up to one of my favorite timekillers, bottom feeding on weird stuff on ebay. I'll just surf around looking for oddball items that nobody bids on, and throw a dollar bid. When I do this, I'll bid on like ten or twenty items, and maybe one item out of a hundred or so, I will win... So, this time I bid on and won this:Brand new in box "Zahm and Nagel" laboratory testing device.. seems to be some type of thing for measuring gas pressure and taking samples. Absolutely no idea what to do with it.. I think it may end up as part of the "Alchemy" props. If I find out the thing has some great value I will of course try to resell it- but since it was up for auction for a week and got ONE bid (mine) I suspect that selling it might be difficult at best. On reading the docs online, it seems it might be for brewing beer and wine, maybe the local Brew-it-yourself hobby beermaking shop might be interested.On a more useful bent, I got four Dallas DS12887A real time clocks, new in tube.. I only needed one, and got the tube for a buck.; two SMC air valves ($1.75); a ten pack of ULN2003 ($1.60); and a five pack of 3w UV LED's ($2.50); two 328's ($3); and a couple of discretes like resistors and caps for under a dollar. The parts bins and wallet both appreciate me shopping at three am with no immediate need for the purchases being made...
A quality telephoto for my nature shots. Almost as much for that one lens as it was to replace all that hardware!
QuoteA quality telephoto for my nature shots. Almost as much for that one lens as it was to replace all that hardware!Here's my last lens purchaseA 400mm f4 DO, $7000 near new.For nature there's nothing like a shit-hot tele lens.______Rob
like 7$ shipping
@JoeNThe 200/1.8 is quite similar physically but of course useful for a very different type of photography.
these types of lenses are physically impressive.
Quote from: Graynomad on Dec 04, 2012, 04:23 pm@JoeNThe 200/1.8 is quite similar physically but of course useful for a very different type of photography. Oh, I know. I was more focusing on the "big-ass white Canon lens with a HUGE front element" thing. I know it isn't important but these types of lenses are physically impressive.
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/Film Receives a Package Containing Peter Parker's Backpack ['The Amazing Spider-Man' Viral]
Posted on Monday, February 13th, 2012 by Peter Sciretta
Today I came home from lunch to find a big box sitting on the front door of /Film HQ. Inside the box I found a backpack, inscribed on the backside with "Property of Peter Parker". This is the same exact backpack that Andrew Garfield wore in The Amazing Spider-Man footage we saw at Comic Con and at the recent "Untold Story" event. The only difference is this bag is missing Peter's skateboard. This is one of the most elaborate pieces of viral marketing that I've ever seen in person. The backpack was filled with the types of things you would expect a high school student to have: notebooks, a binder, school books and more.
Inside I found a clipping from the Daily Bugle with articles on Spider-Man and Captain Stacey (Gwen's father). In the notebook, I found many handwritten calculations, either classwork or maybe for a project Parker is working on at home, alongside many preliminary designs for Spider-Man's logo, suit and mask. Each page is handwritten in pencil or pen, sometimes featuring highlighter highlights. The binder contains a bunch of film negatives and a few printed photos, none of which appear to contain any characters from the film. The backpack also contained personal items like Parker's sunglasses and sneakers, and school supplies like safety lab goggles, pencils, compasses, a set of keys and more.
I'm not sure what to make of the contents, and I'm sure some of you have more time to look through the items and figure out what they might mean, or what clues might be hidden inside. What does this all have to do with The Amazing Spider-Man? Will it lead up to a real-world event? Hit the jump to look through the photos for yourself. And please report any findings in the comments below.


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I just purchased this Ouija tank at Black Heart, and wore it out this weekend. I love the graphic but bought it because of the interesting back- which shows off my tramp stamp.
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A farmers and artisans market at Cavatore Italian Restaurant! Every Saturday, rain or shine, we have over 30 vendors selling the most high quality produce, cheeses, meats, baked goods, art, textiles, flowers and more selling their wares in the parking lot of our restaurant.
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Earlier Event: July 14Eleanora's Market
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Is He The New Blake Garvey!? Bachelorette Star's Secret Past
Rhys Chilton may have failed to speak perfect French to Bachelorette Georgia Love, but there was obviously something the former journo was impressed with.
The hot Harry Potter look alike was quick to tell the 27-year-old about his modelling career, but there was one job he failed to mention.
Like former Bachelor love rat Blake Garvey, newcomer Rhys has been revealed as a part-time topless entertainer. Tonight Channel 10 however chose to label the Brissie lad as an 'entrepreneur'... I suppose it has a nicer ring to it than stripper.
On one website spruiking Rhys' services, his profile states 'Yes I've done plenty of ladies events in my time and I'd like to say it's truly a shame there's a sleazy, negative association with this type of work.'
Source: Instagram
'My honesty and respect allows me to do this kind of work without it ever being an issue to my partner (If in fact I have one),' he said.
The page later clarifies that topless is as far as Rhys will get, 'Rules are simple- I'm not a stripper, I'm not a giggilo, Pants stay on (shirt is more than happy to come off), I'll try not to get fat.'
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These small galvanized pails have a Vintage Finish with a Chalkboard. They are perfect for Back To School and Teacher appreciation gifts. Great to use as favor containers for weddings, small centerpiece accents or line them up and create a window herb garden. Great for storage and organization. Small galvanized pails can make great crayon, pen and pencil holders. Use this for crafts, decorations, mini gift baskets, mini floral arrangements and more. Great to add potpourris or use as a candle holder. It's perfect for themed restaurants, bars, cafes, or delis with its distinct country flair. If using this for food service use only wrapped food or line with parchment.
Size: 4"Diameter x 3.5"Deep x 6"HH (2.75 diameter bottom) (16 oz. size)
HH = total height from bottom to top of handles. Please note that all sizes are outside measurements unless otherwise indicated. Sizes, colors subject to a modest variance. Please note: due to movement in shipping, item may arrive with minor paint chipping and scratches. Items are individually wrapped in bags and are tightly packed in a box.
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Value Line is regarded as the best independent research available. More than just recommendations, Value Line provides the rationale behind its picks for greater understanding.
Dividends in the Rear View Mirror
Many decades ago, long before the days of company issued earnings guidance, full disclosure, and Sarbanes-Oxley, the time was when dividends were the be all and end all of stock market selection. Over time, though, and particularly in the United States as the country's economic might grew in the last century, price appreciation potential increasingly became the prime driver behind the populace's view of what constituted a good "investment". This became even more ingrained during periods of rapid escalation in market prices, such as the Roaring Twenties, the Go-Go Sixties, and, within more recent memory, the Tech Bubble years that closed out the Nineties.
Excluding the occasional reversal along the way, dividend yields steadily drifted down over the decades, as stock prices largely marched upwards. Broader market yields peaked at over 9% at the depths of the Great Depression, then 5% payouts disappeared into the history books in the dark days of the late 1970's, and, with the recent exception of 2008, we hadn't seen 3% since 1991.
Little things mean a lot. Or, the longer the better.
Numerous studies have been conducted over the years comparing stock market performance with and without dividend reinvestment. Results naturally varied, depending on the different periods examined (whether started in bull or bear markets, when yields were high or low, length of time, etc). But, generally, it was found that despite these apparently diminishing returns, dividend reinvestment strategies provided superior performance over extended periods.
Though seemingly a trifle compared to price appreciation, over the last 100 years or so these small payouts have generated (on average) about one-third of total returns, and, thanks to the multiplying effect of compounding, this number approximates 50% over 10-year holding periods, and mathematically inches ever closer to 100% when using longer time frames.
Downside Protection
As an added bonus, this income stream has traditionally provided downside support during weak markets and helped to accelerate recovery times. One classic example from the history books is the infamous crash of 1929. Investors unlucky enough to get in at the peak (and hang on) would have had to wait about 25 years for prices to make up their losses. Following the strategy of reinvesting dividends would have shortened the wait by roughly 10 years. Moreover, when the market did eventually get back to its old highs, these patient investors would have been up about three fold, even with their untimely entry.
Intuitively, one would think that this impact was more prominent in the past, when dividend payouts were greater, but even in today's low-interest-rate environment, dividends can make all the difference. The most recent decade's performance provides a compelling example. Investors who bought into the S&P 500 at the start of 2000 and held on would, 10 years later, have found that the nominal value of their holdings had actually declined about 24%. (A rare occurrence for any decade, to be sure, but individuals rarely time their investment moves to coincide with 10-year calendar periods and, overall, the likelihood of any individual getting in at the wrong time is fairly large.) However, adhering to a discipline of reinvesting dividends (small as they may have been) at the end of each year would have pared the loss to about 9%. Moreover, just in the past five years ended in April 30, 2010, the S&P 500 returned a nominal average of 0.51% a year. Factoring in dividends lifted that to 2.63%, and this includes 2008, when the S&P had its worst drop since 1932.
More reasons to like dividends
In three words; dividends don't lie. Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) allow enough leeway for management to skew earnings to paint a better picture of performance. This "creative accounting" was taken to extremes in recent history, where companies were found to have significantly exaggerated their financial performance. On the other hand, unlike earnings, dividends cannot be disputed. They're either paid out, or they're not. As such, a consistent payout underscores a company's cash generation capabilities, while dividend increases serve to demonstrate management's confidence in the future. Moreover, if the company doesn't have the cash and decides to borrow to keep up appearances (or demand for their stock in the capital markets), trouble usually follows.
Another positive factor for solid, dividend paying companies is the fact that income seekers have been driven to distraction by the low rates paid by savings accounts, money market instruments, and short-term bonds. Suddenly, the previously scorned few percentage points offered by equities are being seen in a new light, creating increased demand for good-yielding stocks. Adding to this, as baby boomers retire, they will increasingly seek out income generating vehicles.Also factoring into the demand equation, all things being equal, lower share prices make for higher dividend yields, and value investors will take that opportunity to load up and lock in steady, attractive payouts, which adds downside support.
Some Caveats
As has been demonstrated repeatedly by the market's gyrations, a year's worth of dividends can be wiped out in minutes, or even seconds, of stock price action. As such, this is no path for the timid. Over the short run, price changes account for the bulk of performance, so patience and time are required for compounding to work its magic. Also, dividends can be cut in hard times. Indeed, 2009 marked the worst year in terms of dividend reductions (and the fewest increases) in the S&P since records were kept going back to 1955.
Another point to keep in mind is that higher-than-average dividends (compared to industry peers) are usually warning signs that the company (or the payout) may soon be in trouble. One advisable course of action is to seek out companies that have regularly increased their payouts for years, if not decades. Going under such royal-sounding monikers as Dividend Achievers, Aristocrats, and Champions, these include the likes of such household names as TheSherwin-Williams Co. (SHW), McDonald's Corp. (MCD), Kimberly-Clark (KMB), Target Corp. (TGT) and Clorox Co. (CLX).
Also, while dividends provide superior returns in flat or down markets, these tend to be mature companies with slower growth prospects, and holding on to them can be disappointing when other stocks are really flying. However, investor expectations of eternal bull markets are changing. Namely, the "lost decade" of 2000-2009 likely at least adjusted the common perception that stocks only go up over long periods.
Now Looks To Be As Good A Time As Any
The March 2009 lows hit by the major indexes seemingly provided a rare window of opportunity for this strategy, as yields on the S&P 500 Index jumped to around 3.4%, a level not seen since late 1990. Recovering stock prices have removed some of the luster, but the recent yield of around 2% compares favorably with the 1.56% average over the prior 10 years and with many fixed-income alternatives.
Unlike market timing strategies, this discipline tends to work best with a dollar-cost-averaging approach, whereby equal amounts are invested at regular intervals (monthly, quarterly, or yearly), thereby avoiding the mistake of putting all of one's eggs into the basket when yields are too low. Investors can also take advantage of company-sponsored dividend reinvestment plans as a way to accumulate shares. For the more time constrained, the strategy can easily be pursued using mutual funds and ETFs that focus on stocks with rising dividends.


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Embossing Wet and/or Dry
I love all types of embossing - it seems to add elegance and style to all projects.
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Wow! what gorgeous creations - Big thank you ladies!
We hope you can join us for this fortnight's challenge, and we look forward to seeing all your entries!
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Challenge ends 21st June 6pm GMT
As the winner of the stamp set from the Butterfly Challenge never came forward, Wendy is offering it again for this challenge, the winner shall be picked randomly.
John Lockwood A5 stamp set - Lily of the Valley Elements.
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Meditations on God, His Word, and His World (under the grace found only because of Christ Crucified)
Monday, August 07, 2006
Christ Baptist Church
I must tell you how God orchestrated the events surrounding this call:
Anybody remember when I did the MP3 cd giveaway a few months ago? I expected about 5 people to request one. Well, my friend, Rob, decided to send that link to Justin Taylor in hopes that more people could get their hands on such great sermons. Justin Taylor graciously posted the link and I got flooded with e-mails requested these sermons. I immediately had to shut down the giveaway and ended up sending about 80 or so cds out. In order to "fill up" one of the cds, I included 3 of my most recent sermons, hoping to be of benefit to someone.
Well, one person who received this cd, Lisa, is part of a church plant in Wilson, NC. She is part of a group of 7 who have been meeting for Bible study and prayer for over a year. They have been praying for a lead pastor. Only because of the mysterious providence of God, Lisa listened to one of my sermons and found her heart resonating with mine. She shared my sermons with the core group in Wilson.
Then, I get this e-mail from Lisa asking me if I would ever consider pastoring a church plant. She had no idea Jeanna and I have been praying for a church to pastor. She was just stepping out in faith. My interest peaked when I read their core values and mission statement (which I will include in a future post). I found my passions and desires in their core values.
So, I said, "Sure, I'll consider it." And now I'll be packing up the U-haul and driving across the country to be a part of watching Christ build His Church in Wilson.
I feel like Lou Gehrig, standing in the middle of Yankee stadium saying, "I must be the luckiest man on the face of the earth." Well, I feel like the most blessed man in the history of the world. I don't deserve these blessings. I don't deserve to pastor. I don't deserve to have a fellow elder like my new friend, Tim.
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I pray Christ Baptist Church will never grow tired of shouting from the rooftops this story of God's gracious favor. We are blessed beyond compare and cannot wait to walk in faithfulness with such a godly family as the Childers.
Lisa and Christ Baptist Church
Wilson, NC
"For the Lord has ransomed Jacob and has redeemed him... They shall come and sing aloud on the height of Zion and they shall be radiant over the goodness of the Lord... their life shall be like a watered garden and they shall languish no more." Jeremiah 31:11-12
- Sarah said...
That is really awesome Justin. I am thankful that the Lord is so faithful to use you guys for His purposes. I am sad that you guys are moving away! I hope you continue to blog!!!
Our church began with a handful of people as well, and now we, praise the Lord, are busting at the seams-not only with numbers but with lives that are changed and who desire to be like Christ!!!! We also began in an elementary school!
We will be praying for you guys and your new flock! Sitting here trying to think of words to encourage you, verses in Titus keep ringing through my mind. It would be hard to pick just a few- But my prayer for you guys is that you would be faithful to the Lord and to your flock. That you would be strong and preach the word. That you would be ready to rebuke and encourage. That you wouldnt let anyone look down on your youth- but that you would preach the word with all authority and humility. That you guys will be teachable and transparent. That you would lean on the Lord for everything. And that you guys will keep in touch! And let us know how its going! :) We love you guys and we are excited to see how the Lord uses you in North Carolina!!!
In Christ alone,
- neirad said...
Well I praise God for answering our prayers! I've been praying for Christ BC and specifically their future pastor for a while now. As a new pastor on 13 weeks into his first church I am excited for you! I can tell you it's an amazing journey. May God's glory radiate as you overflow with Christ.
Our church, Grace Christian Fellowship (www.GraceToday.net) will continue praying for you. In addition, if there is anything we can do to help support you, just let us know.
allHis! Darien Gabriel
- Clif Cummings said...
My only reget is that Wilson, N.C. is so far away from Duncan, OK. But I trust God's providence will allow us to cross paths regularly at conferences and other planned retreats.
I count you as a brother and a friend and am thankful that by God's grace I have had the opportunity to observe His grace at work in your and Jeanna's lives.
Christ Baptist Church in Wilson is blessed with a Bible-saturated, Holy Spirit-guided, Christ-exalting, Cross-eyed, Wife-loving, prayer-dependent, Pastor!!
Two question though:Which professional baseball team is close by and where's the nearest golf course?
Clif, North Carolina is college basketball country, so we barely acknowledge baseball. The Durham Bulls aren't too far away though. Do the minor leagues count? And Wilson has a few golf courses, but Pinehurst is a few hours away if Justin has to have REAL golf!
- Sarah said...
"we barely acknowledge baseball"
(gasp) thats blasphemy! No baseball fans? How do you guys survive? How do you function???? What in the world do you do with your free time???? LOL!!!!
Go Stros' all the way in 06'!!!!
- Jonathan said...
I am rejoicing with you! It is amazing to watch God's guiding hand of providence. May He grant Christ Church to "be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord."
- TEX said...
I am both full of joy and sorrowful...Joy because I know God has called you and will bless you brother! Joy because I know that this is what your heart has desired and the LORD has answered your prayers. I have known very few people with your humility, passion, and Christ centeredness. I am also sorrowful as I will miss you my friend. I have so enjoyed our times together and hope we will still room together at T4G and the Shepherd's Conference and other conferences through the coming years. And when you come back this way to visit family and friends, I hope you will have a little time for us to touch base again. I will miss you my friend!
grace and peace,
- Rob Tombrella said...
very, very excited! I can't wait to see how God moves in this church and in your life.
Who would have thought that Justin would be a part of a church plant this fall. wow.
May the Lamb recieve the reward of His suffering in Wilson.
- chase said...
I will pray for you ad your flock in this endeavor!
In the short time I've gotten to know you, I can truly say you have challenged me and inspired me with your zeal for the Lord. Don't ever lose that. Keep in touch. God bless you and your family in your new endeavor.
Chris Mitchell
- 22One7.org said...
Ha! Ha! This is me laughing with joy for you and Jeanna, and for the community of Wilson. I'm not sure they fully comprehend what God is about to do through you and in them! This co-laborer in Christ will miss you not being in Texas, but I praise God for the opportunity He has given you guys. It was only a matter of time. I pray blessings over you and your family and over your new flock. God is incredible!
- FellowElder said...
I just discovered this post. What an exciting and kind providence the Lord has performed! I am praying that you and the family would find His grace sufficient in every way and that He would be pleased to make your life and ministry fruitful in Wilson.
Now, as for Wilson.... A few things to keep in mind. Actually, the Mudcats are closer than the Durham Bulls. So you might check out a little minor league action there.
You're not from the Triangle area so I gotta stress what one other writer noted. You're heading deep into college hoops territory. You're a little far east of the epicenter, but close enough that you gotta know the ropes. Okay... you get two teams of the big three (Carolina, Duke and NC State). You get your favorite of the three (that's NC State for me, class of '92), and you get one of the other two, usually the one you don't hate. Now, you will be immediately suspect in the eyes of locals if you pretend no interest or you pull the "I'm okay with them all" routine. Save your minsitry! Pick a team! By the way, UNC fans are not to be trusted :-)
Last big point. I'm from Lexington, NC-- the barbecue capitol of the world baby! But there is a huge difference between eastern NC and Lexington-styled barbecue. They're both good and beat the pants off the stuff in SC and VA. But be aware that the barbecue loyalties run deep, too. My wife is from a little town called Chocowinity, about an hour east of Wilson. Next time we pass through, we should get together and have some bbq.
Every grace and blessing,
- Cavman said...
Wow, I go on vacation and you up and move. Great news for you, and may you experience God's gracious providence as you make numerous huge adjustments.


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Holiday Resources
Appreciating Diversity During the Holidays:
- It's about more than just a simple "Happy Holidays" greeting card.By Kate Berardo and Simma Lieberman Guess who's not celebrating Christmas this year? Millions of people in the US.That's right. Tens of millions of Americans don't celebrate Christmas religiously, either as followers of non-Christian religions (Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus, Jews) or as individuals with no religious affiliation. Because many stores tap into the cash value of Christmas with their plethora of Santas, ornaments, and Christmas fanfare at your nearby mall, we can easily overlook the depth of the diversity present in America during this season. In reality, many different events, both spiritual, religious, and tradition based, are being celebrated in many different ways during these times.It used to be that being inclusive meant sending out PC "Happy Holidays" greeting cards and changing Christmas office parties to "Holiday parties." Today, it's about more than just changing labels and titles. It's about using a time to be with friends and family to build understanding and awareness about others.Three Ways to Build Your Awareness and Create an Inclusive Holiday Environment
- Learn about other celebrations. Carve out some time from online shopping or a Holiday TV show to learn about another culture's celebrations during this time. Watch a TV special on other celebrations, do a Google search on a holiday, or check out books at your local bookstore while gift shopping. Share your learning with others, and use it as a chance to expand the conversation at parties and at the dinner table.
- Make no expectations. Realize that people celebrate a variety of holidays during this time of year, and some people choose to celebrate none. Be respectful of these differences by taking interest in other people's traditions and making them feel welcome. Don't be afraid to ask people what holidays they celebrate. Find out what they do during this time of the year that is special. Let it be an opportunity to learn about different cultures and religions and the traditions that accompany them.
- Mark your calendar and your address book. If the calendar or PDA you use does not list holidays like Kwanzaa, Hanukah, Ramadan, and Diwali, find out the dates and record them as reminders. Many programs like Outlook allow users to add calendar dates for celebrations from different parts of the world automatically, making this task quick and effortless. Take a few minutes to mark your address book with the holidays that people celebrate. When writing holiday cards, recognize their holiday, and include a little hand-written note acknowledging their celebration.
A Note for Employers:
Here are a few extra things employers can do to make their workplaces more inclusive during the holidays:
- Make sure your Holiday party isn't a Christmas party in disguise. Decorations and food should be general, and non-specific to any religion.
- Consider having a New Year's Party instead of a Holiday party. This type of party can get everyone on board with the company's mission and vision for the New Year.
- Post holiday greetings on your webpage and intranet for many religious holidays.
- Be respectful of these special dates, and plan events and meetings around various holidays.
- Display a multi-cultural calendar to help all employees stay aware of important cultural events for the rest of the year.
- Be flexible with the needs of different employees.
- Encourage employees to share their celebrations through stories, decorations, and foods that they can bring to their workplace.
Simma's Holiday Diversity Q&A
By Simma Lieberman
Q: Aren't you being too politically correct when you tell us to not have a Christmas party? That's a time when we get to socialize and feel good.
A: We have never said don't have a Christmas party at your house. We are speaking about the work environment where you have many people who do not celebrate Christmas but celebrate other holidays. You can have a holiday party or end of year party. You can even ask people to talk about any holidays they celebrate this time of year. Before there was any consciousness around appreciating differences we would hear from other employees who said they did not feel comfortable participating or attending an office party that was just for Christmas. Celebrations in the workplace are for everyone. Is it more important to have a "Christmas" party at work which will make some people feel excluded and valued less or to be able to have full participation and good will that will last the year?
Q: What's wrong with calling it a Christmas party? Everyone at work knows what it means. I think you are being nit picky.
A: There are a lot of people in the workplace that do not traditionally celebrate Christmas; Jews, Muslims, Buddhists, Jehovah's Witnesses, Hindus, etc. Many of these people do not celebrate Christmas and feel excluded. They would like to socialize and be part of office festivities but are uncomfortable doing so. This results in them simply not attending. When this happens your organization has lost an opportunity to bring people together and help build a more cohesive team. Its very important for the success and productivity of employees that they see themselves as a valued member of an organization where they can be comfortable presenting ideas.
Q: How do I know what holidays people celebrate? I don't want to say the wrong thing.
A: Just ask them. You might be surprised. Someone who seems a lot like you may celebrate very different holidays and someone who seems totally different may celebrate exactly what you do.
Q: Do I have to give my employees days off every time its one of their religious holidays? Won't other employees start complaining. Is it ok if I ask people before I hire them their religion and how they practice it so I can avoid hiring people who want a lot of days off?
A: Questions from employers and employees regarding time off for religious observances are getting more frequent.
The best way for me to respond is to share with you some best practices of other organizations. Some organizations are giving their employees a certain amount of days for personal time or floating holidays. Employees can then choose when they will take those days. Those days can be used for any reason, so that no one religion is favored over others and people who are not religious get the same days off. If an employee goes over the allotted days, they can take the time off with no pay or in some cases are able to trade days off with another person. If one group is not awarded favoritism over another there will be no grounds for complaint.
It is illegal to ask someone what their religion is and how they observe before you hire them. After you offer them the job you can ask them if there is anything they would like you to know in order to help them work at their optimum level.
Q: One of my employees accused me of taking g-d out of this time of year and said I was being disrespectful of her religious freedom.
A: Everyone is entitled to believe or not believe and worship the way they want as long as they do not injure others. You can be as observant and active as you want to be outside of the work environment. It is not appropriate to proselytize in the workplace or insist that the company follows your beliefs. Not everyone believes in the same concept of g-d. Your beliefs are with you always. They are inside you and make you who you are. No one can take that away from you just because their religious beliefs are not the same.
It is important that the workplace is an environment where everyone feels comfortable and that their contributions are based on results rather than how they celebrate the holidays.
- Q: I'm from a faith that doesn't celebrate Christmas. When people at work or on the street come up to me and say "Merry Christmas," what do I say? Are they assuming that I believe the way they do?
A: When someone greets you with "Merry Christmas," they are wishing you well during this season. When I am greeted like that I view it as another person's way of including me in their good feelings. At the same time it can also be an opportunity, to share some information about your culture with grace and good intent.


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When you first start Mega Mash, the latest flash masterpiece from the folks at Nitrome, it seems like you're about to play a 7-in-1 game cart filled with clever homages to classic games. Then everything goes wonderfully haywire.
The screen fills with error messages, and then it fills with the simple joy of Mario Bros clone Carrot Story. You manoeuvre your bunny rabbit over blocks, stomping on enemies, and just when you think the other six games don't exist, you jump into a side-scrolling shooter. It's only a brief jump before you're back in bunny form.
The next levels introduce more games. A Bomberman clone juxtaposes itself with a chain-swinging ninja game. Back in bunny world, shifting into a Tetris-style puzzler builds stairs so our long-haired hero can progress.
It's a gorgeous symphony of old school gaming goodness, all at once. Go see for yourself.
Mega Mash [Nitrome]


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For the young, impressively prolific author Chris Wooding, writing has always been of interest. Wooding was born in 1977 in Leicester, an ex-mining town in England. To escape from a relatively monotonous environment during his youth, he became an avid reader of fantasy, sci-fi, and horror stories by such authors as C.S. Lewis, Tolkien, and Orson Scott Card. His familiarity with these genres has helped shape his own style and preference for writing.
Wooding began writing at the age of 16, and his first novel Crashing was published when he was 19. He spent his next few years writing extensively while studying English Literature at the University of Sheffield. His works from this period include a wide range of styles from fantasy to political works to teenage stories.
The 27-year-old author has now completed 17 books and many short stories. In 2004, Scholastic published his critically acclaimed novel, The Haunting of Alaizabel Cray, a horror story set in Victorian England and originally published in England. Wooding received several awards for this novel including the Silver Award and was long-listed for the Carnegie Medal. In addition, Wooding is developing a script for the screen adaptation of The Haunting of Alaizabel Cray.
In his free time, Wooding likes to participate in backpacking, touring with his band, and listening to ska music. He has traveled extensively to places such as America, Southeast Asia, and Germany. Currently, Wooding resides in London.


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Revision history for Perl extension DBIx::Class::Schema::Loader
0.06000 2010-04-06 01:12:25
- better type info for MySQL
- initial MySQL data type tests (jhannah)
- don't set result_namespace if it's 'Result'
- support for MSSQL databases with case sensitive collation, manually
overridable with 'case_sensitive_collation' option
- do not try to detect driver and rebless when used with a custom
- suppress 'bad table or view' warnings for filtered tables/views
- croak if several tables reduce to an identical moniker (ribasushi)
- better type info for Sybase ASE
- better type info for Pg: sets sequence for serials, handles numerics
without precision
- better _tables_list for MSSQL
- pick up views in SQLite too
- better rel inflection using Lingua::EN::Inflect::Phrase
- cascade_delete and cascade_copy are turned off for has_many/might_have
by default, and belongs_to has on_delete => 'CASCADE', on_update =>
'CASCADE' and is_deferrable => 1 by default, overridable via
- added config_file option for loading loader options from a file
- set inflate_datetime => 1 for 'AS getdate()' computed columns in
- Firebird support
- use introspection pragmas instead of regexes to introspect SQLite
- generate POD for refs correctly from column_info
- fix tables list, fk introspection and type info for SQL Anywhere
0.05003 2010-02-20 05:19:51
- support for custom_column_info, datetime_timezone and datetime_locale
- improve parsing of SQLite tables when a column definition
spans multiple lines (hobbs)
- fix missing trailing _id stripping for some relationship
names (rbuels)
- fixed accessor POD bug, was not dereferencing scalar refs
before printing (rbuels)
0.05002 2010-02-15 10:17:47
- support for SQLAnywhere via DBD::SQLAnywhere and ODBC
- fix picking up quoted tables for SQLite (RT#54538) patch from schwern
- validate class/component loader_options to make sure classes
are available before generating the schema, patch from bphillips
0.05001 2010-02-05 14:29:27
- correct default_value for all backends with common tests
- fix bug with quoted Pg tables from $dbh->tables (RT#54338)
- add inflate_datetime => 0 to 'timestamp' types for Sybase
0.05000 2010-02-01 09:24:24
- better data_type, default_value and size for Sybase
- added 'generate_pod' option, defaults to on
- added 'pod_comment_mode' and 'pod_comment_spillover_length' to
control table comment generation (waawaamilk)
0.04999_14 2010-01-14 06:47:07
- use_namespaces now default, with upgrade/downgrade support
- filter out un-selectable tables/views
- fix NUMERIC/DECIMAL size column_info for postgres
- now mentions skip_load_external feature in comments (jhannah)
- moniker_map POD correction (jhannah)
0.04999_13 2010-01-03 12:32:25
- exclude 'size' column_info for postgres when unnecessary, and
use the correct precision for varying types (except NUMERIC)
- 'naming' attribute and backward compatibility with 0.04006
- added relationship_attrs option for setting attributes in
generated relationships
- added overwrite_modifications option that ignores md5sums on
generated code
- added skip_load_external (jhannah)
- remove Class::Data::Accessor and Class::Accessor::Fast and switch
everything to Class::Accessor::Grouped (jhannah)
- better handling of db_schema for Oracle, based on (RT#35732)
0.04999_12 2009-11-30 23:36:14
- fix MySQL rel introspection with on_connect_call =>
'set_strict_mode' (RT#52087)
- now using base 'DBIx::Class::Core' for Results (RT#52141)
0.04999_11 2009-11-29 18:08:46
- added patch to generate POD from postgres by Andrey Kostenko (GUGU)
- added test for norewrite feature
- fix default_value for MSSQL
0.04999_10 2009-10-31 12:28:53
- patch from Robert Bohne to make _table_uniq_info more correct for
- fix data_type for identity columns with MSSQL
0.04999_09 2009-10-08
- Only redump the files when something has actually changed
- Place a warning at the top of the files saying 'do not modify' to
match the one at the bottom of the auto-gen'd section
0.04999_08 2009-08-28
- Replace UNIVERSAL::require with Class::C3::Componentised
- Add Sybase/MSSQL support through DBD::Sybase
- use $dbh->get_info(29/41) for qote_car/name_sep if available (semifor)
- add MSSQL support through DBD::ODBC
- support MSSQL table names with a '.' in the name
- support MySQL CURRENT_TIMESTAMP()
0.04999_07 2009-04-18
- Add result_base_class and schema_base_class options (RT #43977)
- Ignore duplicate uniq indices (including duplicates of the PK).
- Fix for DBD::SQLite 1.20
- Fix for DBIx::Class 0.08100
0.04999_06 Tue Nov 11, 2008
- Singularise table monikers by default
- Strip trailing _id from single-column belongs_to relationships
- Add "dbicdump" script for easy commandline dumping
- Throw out the in-memory class generation, just dump to a temporary
directory if the user didn't specify one
- Fix Oracle constraint and auto-increment detection for non-owned schemas
- Handle ResultSetManager deprecation warning in common tests
0.04999_05 Mon Apr 14, 2008
- Fix limiting table list to the specified schema for DB2
- Default db_schema to the username for DB2
- Allow specifying a custom loader_class, overriding the
storage_type-based detection
- Cosmetic fixes to dumping of externally defined classes
- Make ResultSetManager notice externally defined :ResultSet methods
- Fix test failure for non-InnoDB MySQL due to wrong skip count
- Fix base class ordering in dumped classes
- Run the common tests against both dynamic and dumped versions of
the schema
0.04999_04 Wed Mar 12, 2008
- Add is_auto_increment detecton for DB2
0.04999_03 Wed Mar 12, 2008
- Fix DB2 support
0.04999_02 Tue Feb 12, 2008
- Add is_auto_increment detection for Oracle
- Unnhide the Oracle module now that the CPAN perms are sorted
out. Thanks to Tsunoda Kazuya for the quick response.
0.04999_01 Tue Feb 5, 2008
- Mark foreign key columns with is_foreign_key => 1
- Add support for vendor-specific extra column attributes.
- Add support for extra => { unsigned => 1 } for MySQL.
- Add support for enum value lists for MySQL
- Set join_type => 'LEFT OUTER' for nullable foreign keys
(patch from Bernhard Weißhuhn)
- Set is_auto_increment for auto-increment columns (RT #31473)
(Only SQLite, MySQL and PostgreSQL are currently supported)
- Generate one-to-one accessors for unique foreign keys (ilmari)
- Add support for load_namespaces-style class layout
- Fix test skip count for main skip_rels block
- Fix auto-inc column creation for the Oracle tests
- Fix column ordering in unique constraints for Oracle
- Fix Win32 test skip counts for good (RT #30568, Kenichi Ishigaki)
- Default Oracle db_schema to db username (patch
from Johannes Plunien)
0.04003 Wed Oct 4, 2007
- Prevent users from running Kwalitee test automatically
- Fix extra whitespace being added to output on
regeneration (from ilmari)
0.04002 Tue Jul 24, 2007
- rescan method now returns the actual list of new tables
loaded (previously, the return value wasn't taking
constraint/exclude into account, even though the meat
of the operation was).
- Hid the Oracle module so that search.cpan.org will stop
ignoring this package, temporary fix until perms are
sorted out
- Fix Win32 test skip counts (RT #27715, Alexandr Ciornii)
- Fix a small output quoting bug (RT #28073, Tokuhiro Matsuno)
0.04001 Tue Jun 26, 2007
- Deprecated dump_overwrite. The changed behavior from
0.03xxx was confusing.
- Added new option really_erase_my_files, which does what
dump_overwrite did in 0.04000, which is not what it did
in 0.03xxx.
0.04000 Thu Jun 7, 2007
- Added some env vars for controlling the Makefile.PL feature
questions, to make automation easier.
0.03999_02 Tue May 22, 2007
- Converted to Module::Install
0.03012 Tue May 22, 2007
- Relationship names for multiple multi-col rels between
the same table fixed by ilmari
- Fix from Marc Espie for CREATE TABLE 'foo' for SQLite
- skip ^sqlite_ tables in SQLite (thanks chromatic)
0.03999_01 Sat Apr 14 19:57:40 GMT 2007
- Added *experimental* Oracle support from work done
by Tsunoda Kazuya some months ago. Not well tested.
- Added "rescan" schema (and loader) method, which picks
up newly created tables at runtime
- Made dump_to_dir / dump_overwrite much more intelligent
(they now preserve customizations by default)
- Added support for DBI's new standard "statistics_info"
method to gather unique key info (only supported by
DBD::Pg trunk afaik)
- columns_info_for imported from DBIx::Class
- relationships are now on by default, use skip_relationships
to disable them
- Removed previously deprecated methods/options
- Added $VERSION to all packages in this dist
0.03011 Sat Apr 14 19:03:07 UTC 2007
- fix case-sensitivity in UNIQUE parsing for SQLite
0.03010 Thu Mar 29 12:36:19 UTC 2007
- Workaround for new incompatible changes in DBD::mysql's "tables"
method, which was causing us to find no tables w/ DBD::mysql
- Fixed quoting problem in _table_columns (could cause crash when
dumping/doing a static create) (from ash)
0.03009 Wed Nov 15 14:03:37 UTC 2006
- fix for rt.cpan.org #22425 (use File::Spec where appropriate)
- use full instead of short classnames in relationships (from victori)
0.03008 Fri Oct 20 18:08:20 UTC 2006
- fix for rt.cpan.org #21084 (dump_overwrite pathological output recursion)
- fix for rt.cpan.org #21758 (mysql reserved words as table names)
- fix for rt.cpan.org #21025 (SQLite FK parsing)
- workaround for rt.cpan.org #21746 ($Class::Accessor::Fast::VERSION issues)
0.03007 Thu Jul 27 16:19:59 UTC 2006
- Kill erroneous warning about connect/loader_options order (the real
case is warned about elsewhere)
- Fix t/22dump to work around ActiveState issues
0.03006 Wed Jul 26 00:14:58 UTC 2006
- Fixed column-case issue w/ columns_info_for
0.03005 Wed Jul 19 15:09:30 UTC 2006
[ Pretty much everything in this release originates from nilsonsfj patches ]
- bugfix: mysql unique constraint code had an
obvious but longstanding error
- bugfix: columns were being specified out-of-order,
bug was introduced in the 0.03004 column metadata
dumping feature
- dump code now skips+warns instead of dies when
dump_overwrite not set
0.03004 Tue Jul 11 04:38:09 UTC 2006
- make_schema_at efficiency improvements
- improved debugging output
- column metadata now included in dumped schemas
- Carp::Clan added, and some dies converted to croaks
- no longer overwrites files when dumping, unless asked
to do so via the dump_overwrite option
- loader_options can now be embedded in the connection info
- Documentation improvements
- Deprecation notices updated, most things that became
"deprecated" in 0.03 are now marked for death in 0.04000
- All deprecated usage patterns should now generate annoying
warnings (most did before).
- Somewhat improved test coverage
0.03003 Tue Jun 6 02:22:49 UTC 2006
- Fix inclusion of external add-on class definitions
in dump_to_dir output.
0.03002 Tue Jun 6 01:27:25 UTC 2006
- rethrow exceptions that occur during make_schema_at
0.03001 Mon Jun 5 23:17:57 UTC 2006
- load_from_connection deprecation notice now mentions
upgrading Catalyst::Model::DBIC::Schema if that module
seems to be in use.
- DBIx::Class required version number fixed
- Loader statement caching for better load-time performance
- Improved Pg unique index loader, based on RDBO
0.03000 Tue May 23 12:56:05 UTC 2006
- weakened the circular schema reference
0.02999_10 Mon May 22 18:58:20 UTC 2006
- a few more small bugfixes
- more dump/debug improvements
- new exportable function "make_schema_at"
0.02999_09 Sun May 21 23:26:58 UTC 2006
- More docs improvements
- default uniq_info just warns and returns nothing now,
instead of dying. In theory, this allows unsupported
DBD drivers to potentially work with this module, if
the generic methods happen to work for that vendor.
- New tests for the various current and legacy/deprecated
methods of connecting a Schema::Loader class/object.
- Bugfix to the new runtime object connect/load code.
0.02999_08 Sat May 20 22:36:45 UTC 2006
- support for dumping to a directory for
conversion to manual DBIx::Class::Schema
- improved debugging output
- more documentation updates
- more backwards compatibility fixes
- runtime connection definitions (and cloning) work fine now.
- A couple of bugfixes related to db vendor "schemas", including
a fix for http://rt.cpan.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=19164
0.02999_06 Thu May 18 16:32:41 UTC 2006
- backwards compat with all earlier versions
- no longer requires schema class to have a connection
- correctly determine source class names in the rel code generator
- fixed mysql testing w/o InnoDB
- Writing guide updated
- docs updated
- various trivial updates / fixes
0.02999_05 Sun Mar 26 06:46:09 UTC 2006
- bugfixes to constraint/exclude code
- friendly warnings if we don't find any tables
- inflect_map becomes inflect_plural and inflect_singular
- Singularize relationship names where appropriate
- Test updates
- Supports multiple rels between the same pair of tables
0.02007 Wed Mar 22 06:03:53 UTC 2006
- Backported Class::C3::reinitialize changes from -refactor
branch, resulting in significantly reduced load time
0.02006 Fri Mar 17 04:55:55 UTC 2006
- Fix long-standing table/col-name case bugs
0.02999_04 Fri Mar 17 03:55:09 UTC 2006
- Fixed case-sensitivity issues for table/col names
- Punt columns_info_for to ->storage
- Large loading speedup (get rid of redundant C3 reinits)
- Removed TEST_POD checks
- Removed unneccesary storage->disconnect
0.02999_03 Mon Mar 13 15:01:11 UTC 2006
- Added EXAMPLE section to pod [Kieren Diment]
- Invasive heavy changes to the DBI- and vendor-specific code
(expect some breakage in some cases until this settles down)
- Support for loading UNIQUE constraints
- Tests cleaned up a bit
- Relationship building seperated out into it's own file for
the changes that are coming, but still does basically what
it did before (this work is the next step).
0.02999_02 Sat Mar 4 16:53:21 UTC 2006
- Merged in relevant changes from trunk since the split
0.02005 Mon Feb 27 23:53:17 UTC 2006
- Move the external file loading to after everything else
loader does, in case people want to define, override, or
build on top of the rels.
0.02004 Mon Feb 27 23:53:17 UTC 2006
- Minor fix to debugging message for loading external files
0.02999_01 Sun Feb 28 00:24:00 UTC 2006
- Shuffle the modules around
- Make ourselves theoretically storage_type-agnostic
- Remove the _db_classes stuff, bump PK::Auto to Base
- Change default inflections to Lingua::EN::Inflect::Number::to_PL()
0.02003 Sun Feb 19 20:42:01 UTC 2006
- Deprecated arguments: dsn, user, password, options
- New argument: connect_info
0.02002 Sat Feb 18 19:53:12 UTC 2006
- Added moniker_map and inflect_map
0.02001 Fri Feb 17 20:25:40 UTC 2006
- tests fixed up a bit
- auto-loading of on-disk class definitions layered on top
of the generated definitions (create Foo::Schema::Bar, then
also try to ->require it if it exists on disk).
- new parameters components and resultset_components, which do
the obvious for the generated table classes.
- DBIx::Class pre-req bumped to 0.05006, since Schema::Loader
is virtually gauranteed to cause subtle mod_perl problems
without those fixes.
0.02000 Sun Feb 12 22:43:47 UTC 2006
- Just docs/version update, 0.01004 code released as 0.02000
0.01004 Tue Feb 7 03:58:01 UTC 2006
- No longer tries to parse out the table name from the dsn for mysql,
was unneccesary vestigial code from previous method.
0.01003 Mon Feb 6 14:57:56 UTC 2006
- Fixed the has_many side of _make_cond_rel
0.01002 Fri Feb 3 23:14:38 UTC 2006
- Email address typo :(
0.01001 Fri Feb 3 05:15:41 UTC 2006
- Fixed up some documentation issues
- Load C3 at the right time
0.01 Fri Feb 3 01:53:46 UTC 2006
- original release
- created from DBIx::Class::Loader 0.14


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Relentless. That's the best word to use to describe winter this year. It was relatively mild during the heart of winter, when it's supposed to be fierce. Now it's cold, and in a big way, when it's supposed to be transitioning to spring. We are currently running between five and eight degrees below average for the month temperature-wise, depending on which local official reporting station you use. That's significant. Back in February when I forecasted March to come in cold and brutal I honestly didn't expect it to last the entire month, but obviously it has. I know a family that runs a huge nursery operation and they sell flowers and plants to chain stores such as Lowe's. I was talking to one of them on Sunday and he said the weather this year is killing them.
What about April? We're about to turn that corner this weekend and everybody is hoping that this cold is going to finally go away as the calendar changes. The good news is yes I think we're looking at warmer weather in April. The bad news is we will likely see a massive increase in thunderstorm activity to go along with it.
The Arctic Oscillation that you've heard me speak of went strongly negative in March. Actually, it was the lowest I have ever seen it on the index last weekend. When you get a strongly negative AO and a negative NAO also, you usually see a huge trough in the eastern U.S. and that's exactly what we've seen. Cold air funneling into the Ohio Valley from Canada ... for weeks on end. The computer models are predicting that the AO and NAO will both start to move toward the neutral point on the scale going into April. Also, it appears that the blocking in place in eastern Canada will finally break up. This should allow the mean jet flow to finally retreat northward and the overall weather pattern will change. That means that normal temperatures for this time of year will finally been seen here in Kentucky. I look for April to return to 50s and 60s for high temperatures on most days. The winter coats may still get used early in the morning, where tempertures around freezing are still going to linger, but at least we're going to be headed in the right direction.
The bad news is that we've had a LOT of precipitation in recent weeks and the ground water levels are high. So there is a lot of available moisture to build clouds which in turn build storms. Also, the storm track across the south looks to continue. I think we are in for an active period of thunderstorms in April. There will likely be a lot of damage both here and across the southern U.S. as a whole from this activity. Flooding issues may also arise due to the already high ground water levels. It's going to be a wild April in this part of the nation. I, for one, will just be happy to see T-shirt weather finally make it here.
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Auroras on Other Planets
A guest (Maurice Cotterell?, Walter Cruttenden?, someone else?) on the show a month or so back was asked by a caller if northern lights occurred on other planets. The guest said no.
However, auroras do occur on most of the other planets. Auroras have been observed on Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Venus, and Mars. That leaves only Mercury as the lone planet where an aurora has never been observed. In addition, Jupiter's moons, Io, Europa, and Ganymede, have been observed with auroras.
This is a composite of three images showing auroras on Jupiter, Saturn, and Io.