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On Thursday, October 15, Steven Muschler 2011 will describe his summer experience in an outdoor leadership program:
The National Outdoor Leadership School runs various wilderness education trips throughout the world. I went on a thirty-day heavy backpacking trip in the Absaroka range in Northwestern Wyoming this past June. Such a trip brought a much needed change of pace for a Grinnell College computer scientist, as it was unusual not to have access to a computer for an extended period of time. Instead my experiences dealt with cooking from scratch, not being eaten by bears, and not getting lost. I will also talk about the basics of how a GPS system works, as it was the only thing with a circuit in it that I touched for thirty days.
Refreshments will be served at 4:15 p.m. in the Computer Science Commons
(Noyce 3817). The talk,
NOLS: The National Outdoor Leadership
School, will follow at 4:30 p.m. in Noyce 3821.

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Oh My Blog is a monthly interview series, where fellow bloggers come together to answer a series of questions on a specific theme. This is a chance to get acquainted with a whole range of bloggers, some of whom you may not have heard of before, and learn a little more about them!
This month, the theme is Mums (because it's Mother's Day soon!) and we're hosting Laura from Edinburgh with Kids.
1. Introduce us to your mum. What's her name? What does she do? Reveal her age if you dare!
My Mum's name is Patricia but she usually goes by Pat. She's retired but has a very busy life – she splits her time between Edinburgh with my family and a small Sussex town where I grew up. She does the normal Granny thing of knitting/baking etc. but also is a member of a few wine societies! When not running after the grandchildren, her life seems to consist of lots of coffee dates, art exhibitions, meals out with friends, exercise classes and the cinema.
2. What's the one thing your mum always used to say to you?
I can't think of just one thing – she has several turns of phrase that are fairly unique. My favourite is that 'you'll never notice it on a trotting horse.' This applies to mistakes in knitting all the way to dropping food down yourself.
3. Someone's playing your mum. Who is it and why?
Mary Berry! My daughter Katie thought that Mary Berry was Grandma. Despite the fact that Mary Berry is considerably older than my Mum – she thought this was quite a compliment! It would help if Mary Berry could do an American accent but I'm sure she'd do a good job.
4. She's won the lottery. What's the first thing your mum buys for herself?
My Mum has specifically said she wouldn't want to win the lottery as she wouldn't know what to do with the money. But I would guess that if she did really pretty shoes would be high on the agenda.
5. What embarrassing story about you does she always tell when you meet new people?
Mum actually doesn't go in for embarrassing stories. Very occasionally she'll hint to people that I was naughty at school, or could be quite strong minded but she doesn't really spill any details. I was recently lamenting some feedback we had from parent's evening at my daughter's preschool and all she did was chuckle and whisper 'revenge'!
6. What are your plans for Mother's Day this year?
This year my Mum is actually in Edinburgh for Mother's Day – we don't have any definitive plans but I would hope that they would involve cake.
7. What's her favourite TV show at the moment?
We are awaiting the next series but I would guess Poldark.
8. What's the biggest or most important thing that your mum inspired you to do?
Be adventurous. My Mum left America at 16 to go study in Wales. I think this was an incredibly courageous thing to do given that she had never left the country before. Last year, she spent 6 weeks travelling round New Zealand – still ready to try new things. I think this is a great attitude that I hope to always emulate.
9. Your round at the bar! What's your mum drinking?
White wine – probably new world.
10. What's the biggest difference between you and your mum?
She is incredibly good with numbers. She has this cool thing where she sees colours as numbers which I'm sure helps her with patterns/sequences. Whilst I'm ok at spreadsheets and things – she's a ninja.
11. Most important question of the lot. What is your mum's stance on 50 Shades of Grey? Does she love it? Hate it? Not even know what it is?
I had to ask her this one – she says given that she hasn't read it she really can't give an opinion.
12. What's your favourite memory of your mum?
She has never liked people taking pictures of her whilst eating. This of course, became a favourite family pursuit when we were little – but only when she was eating bananas. It caused an incredible amount of hilarity at the time and remembering it always makes me smile.
13. What do you think your mum was like as a kid?
I would guess very much like me – I'm fairly sure that my Grandma would've been the one whispering 'revenge' to her too. I'm certain she would've been as cheeky and naughty as the rest of us.
14. Cast your mind back a bit; what was the thing you did as a child or teenager that made your mum the angriest she has ever been with you?
Chewing on the collar of my brownie uniform. She seemed to take it as this personal affront rather than me just being a bit bored!
15. Finally, what's the BEST piece of advice your mum ever gave to you?
To save money. She has always been careful to plan and prepare for the future – I'm very glad that it's stuck with me.
If you enjoyed this post and want to find out more about Laura, you should nip over to he blog and social media and say hello!
Blog: http://edinburghwithkids.com
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A little background on the band:
Peter Silberman, vocalist/guitarist (and many more instruments) of The Antlers originally started releasing music under his name after moving to Brooklyn a few years back. He immersed himself in recording in a new city, even isolating himself from friends and family. In 2007, he released In the Attic of the Universe, but after getting tired of working by himself he befriended Michael Lerner (drums, percussion) and Darby Cicci (keyboards, trumpet, bowed banjo) to help him make up the rest of the band.
As we mentioned earlier the band's most recent album Hospice is extremely powerful. It features a story of a man that loses a loved one to bone cancer and staying by her bedside until she unfortunately passes. The lyrics (download the liner notes here) are incredibly heartfelt and triggers emotions that far too many families have had to endure, myself included. Originally independently released by the band in March, it sold more copies than they could keep up with. French Kiss Records noticed and signed the band immediately. Hospice has since been re-mastered and re-released as of last month.
If you'd like to read more about The Antlers, Austin blog Pink Lip Pariah interviewed Peter Silberman when the band was in town this past June when they opened for Au Revoir Simone. WOXY even recorded a live session with the trio earlier this year as well, listen to it here.
The Antlers - Two (mp3)
The Antlers - Bear (mp3)
The Antlers play the Monolith Festival on Saturday, Sept. 12 on the WOXY.COM Indoor Stage at 1:40pm. Tickets are still available today to purchase online with one-day passes for $59.50 or a two-day pass for $110.
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[The Antlers Twitter]
[The Antlers Hospice Blog]
[The Antlers Official Site]
Here's the video for "Two".
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The magic emanating from Velma's other creations has already been documented (their work involves dance, performance and theatre). In this instance the voice forms an integral part of the mystery conveyed by their hypnotic, rhythmic and minimalist electro-pop. Velma recently collaborated with Mark Van Hoen (Locust) who produced their album Ludwig and with NYC hip hop crew Dälek for a split 12".Tracklisting :
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Day 7 and 8 are in the books. Yesterday it was a great run in which I ran a little over 15km with long-time running friend Melissa. Today it was a pretty terrible 5km on the treadmill at Variety Village.
That's a nice reminder that you have good days and not so good days in running. Sometimes it's what you eat, other times it's everything going on in your life outside running. The trick is to remember the great runs, and forget the crappy ones.


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HPI Maverick Strada XB Evo 1/10 RTR Electric Buggy
The low-slung buggy design hugs the ground and has perfect control in the air so you can sail gracefully over the jumps and get loads of acceleration from all four tyres! The aerodynamics, 4WD drivetrain and powerful electronics provide the ideal blend of sleekness and power to help give the Strada XB Evo extreme performance!
Maverick Strada Evo kits feature:
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The Strada Evo family of 1:10th scale cars, buggies, trucks and truggies are based around the extremely tough and refined Strada Evo moulded tub chassis. The 4WD shaft drivetrain gives full power and amazing traction in all conditions, and the sealed bevel gear diffs let you have maintenance free fun! Maverick Strada kits bring you all the stability, performance and ease of use that you could ask for!
Maverick Strada XB Evo Kit Features:
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Frequently Asked Questions
I need to request a referral to my specialist. How far in advance do I need to submit my request?
- It generally takes 3-4 business days for a referral to be completed. Please be advised that if you have not been seen in our office for more than six (6) months or the condition you are consulting the specialist for is new, we may require an office visit before issuing a referral.
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I've been prescribed a medication that needs prior authorization. What do I need to do?
- We do our very best to prescribe medications that are on your insurance company's preferred drug list, aka, "formulary", however, there are times when a prior authorization form is needed. Unfortunately, because we deal with hundreds of different insurance companies, we can't always find the right form for your particular plan. Therefore, we must have the patient contact their insurance company and have them send us the correct form. In order to route the form correctly, please have them fax the form to (410) 897-9852 to your physician's attention, and with your name and date of birth included. (Insurance companies often send forms with no patient information and then we have no idea who it's for, delaying the process even more.) It's important to know that it can take several days from the time you request the form to the time it is either approved or denied by your insurance company because of the multiple steps required in between. While we do our best to complete and return the required forms within two (2) business days, it can take another three (3) business days for the form to be reviewed, and a decision made, by your insurance company. Therefore, we ask that you keep this time frame in mind when a medication we've prescribed requires a prior authorization.
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- First and foremost, if your message is urgent, or needs an immediate response, DO NOT submit it online. In such cases, please call our office at (410) 897-9841 and speak with one of our telephone operators so that your message can be triaged appropriately. If your call is life-threatening, please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 9-1-1 immediately. If you have a routine question for our physicians and/or office staff, you will generally receive a response in 1-2 business days. If you do not receive a response after two business days, please call our office to check the status of your message as we may have the wrong contact information for you. It is important that you keep your contact information current, so please verify that your phone/email/mailing address is up-to-date at all times.
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I need a refill of my medication, how long will it take to get refilled?
- There are several ways to submit your request, and depending on the route you choose, this can affect the turn-around time for processing. We highly recommend that you call your pharmacy to request your prescription refill. They will send us the request electronically, and our providers are able to process these requests the most quickly. We do not call or email patients to confirm that your prescription has been sent. Unless you receive a phone call or message from us, you can assume the refill was authorized and can check with your pharmacy to confirm. In general, you can expect your refills to be done within two business days. You may also speak to one of our phone operators or leave us a message on our voicemail system to request your refill, but these requests take longer to process. Please allow 2-3 business days for processing these requests.(Scheduled drugs, such as Percocet, Oxycodone, etc. are handled differently and are addressed in the next section.)
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I am a chronic pain patient. Will my primary care doctor manage my medications?
- Patients on long-term chronic pain medications must be seen in the office regularly (usually every other month), and must sign our Opioid Use Contract. Patients must also have regular urine drug screenings. Failure to keep your follow-up appointments or refusing urine drug screens will result in immediate discontinuation issuing prescriptions. Please keep in mind that refills will not be given early, nor will they replaced if the medication is lost or stolen. When picking up your prescriptions, please be prepared to show picture ID. If you are having a friend or family member pick up a prescription for you, they must also show identification before the prescriptions will be released. On months that you are not required to have an office visit, please allow two to three business days for opioid medication refill requests to be processed. Please plan your request accordingly.
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I just received a bill for a copay, when I was recently seen for my annual physical. My insurance covers a physical in full but they said you billed for an office visit on top of my physical. Why was I billed an office visit too?
- There are a few reasons why an office visit may have been billed in addition to your physical. The most frequent reason is because a new condition or illness was treated in addition to the physical that was scheduled. For example, you are scheduled for your annual physical, but you also have a new rash on your arm that just appeared in the past couple of days. The doctor performs the physical, but he/she also evaluates the rash and treats it. Because treating that new rash is outside of what the provider would normally treat during a physical, there will be an office visit billed as well. Depending on your insurance policy, you may be charged an office visit copay for the additional service performed. Should you have additional questions, please contact our Billing Department Staff at (410) 897-9841 and select option 7 from the automated phone menu.
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- Please be advised that patients scheduled or seen before 8:00am or after 5:00pm Monday through Friday, as well as on Saturdays and Federal holidays, are charged an "after-hours" code, as allowed under the standard Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) definitions published by the American Medical Association (AMA). Many insurers will cover the cost, but there are some that do not. If you wish to verify your coverage, please call the Member Services number on your insurance card and inquire if they cover CPT code 99051 under your plan.
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- We participate with most major insurance carriers, such as Medicare, Aetna, CareFirst BC/BS, CIGNA, and United. For up to date information, we always recommend that you to call the Member Services number on your insurance card to verify that we are "in-network" for your plan. You may need to give them our Tax ID number in order to verify our participation status. Our Tax ID is 52-2128322. While not all of our providers participate with traditional Medicaid (the red and white card), we do accept the Managed Care Organization plans with Priority Partners and Amerigroup. We will accept Workers' Compensation as long as the claim has been filed by the employer and there is a valid Claim Number assigned. We will also need the Claim Adjuster's name and telephone number, along with your employer's information. We DO NOT accept Personal Injury Protection, otherwise known as PIP, for automobile accident claims. You will be required to pay for the visit in full at the time of service, and we will issue you a receipt that you can submit to your auto insurance carrier. For patients without insurance, we do offer a discount if the visit is paid for at the time of service. Please speak to our Billing Department staff for details regarding this discount. They can be reached at (410) 897-9841 and then selecting option 7 from the automated phone menu. We also accept all major credit cards.
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Links to many local attractions and businesses around Leitrim Quay
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Two hundred years old and family owned for the last ten, The Barge is an award winning traditional pub and restaurant, with roaring fires and flagstone floors.
Battlebridge Paintball truly is a unique Paintball experience. We provide a gaming experience that no other facility can match.
Step back in time and discover the magic and charm of an Irish narrow gauge railway at the end of the 19th century
Lough Key has for many centuries drawn people to its spectacular views
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Maine Guiding Service
Guides are all 'Orvis Endorsed' and Registered Maine Guides. Maine guides are the most tested and talented in the country. Libby's are the best of the best. These guides for the most part spend most of their guiding time with us, but are considered independent contractors by the state. They are picked for their expertise, but more importantly for their attitudes and attention to service. They like to have a good time in the woods and on the waters.
Why hire a guide? Libby's does not make extra for a guide. His fee insures you the finest in fishing and hunting in the North Maine Woods. This remote area is lacking signs and has over 10,000 miles of logging roads to get lost on. There are no gas stations, no telephones, no cell phone coverage (with few exceptions). For example: remote ponds are often found by less than obvious trails and success on fishing is usually ever changing. A guide is an insurance policy that you won't be wasting your valuable vacation time.
Guide fees are all inclusive and include the guides 4x4, boat and motor and equipment.
Fishing rate: $285/day (1-2 people) 2 day minimum; $335/day for 3 people.
Average tips run from $90-125/day.
Deer hunting: $1710/week for 1-2 men. Average tips $450-$600/week for group.
Bird Hunting: $375/day for 1-2 men includes guides truck. Average tip $100/day
$470/day for 1-2 men includes guides truck and dogs. Average tip $100-125/day
Nature guiding: $285/day 1-2 people (May-Sept) $375/day in October.


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Then you think that the Darkness is coming? said Eowyn. 'Darkness unescapable?'
'No', said Faramir, looking into her face ….. 'The reason of my waking mind tells me that great evil has befallen, and we stand at the end of days. But my heart says nay; and all my limbs are light, and a hope and joy are come to me that no reason can deny. Eowyn, White Lady of Rohan, in this hour I do not believe that any darkness will endure'. And he stooped and kissed her brow.
And so they stood on the walls of the City of Gondor, and a great wind rose and blew, and their hair, raven and golden, streamed out mingling in the air. And the Shadow departed, and the Sun was unveiled, and light leaped forth; and the waters of Anduin shone like silver, and in all the houses of the City men sang for the joy that welled up in their hearts from what source they could not tell.
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Jin-ha (Kam Tae-hee), and Sang-min (Seol Keyong-gu), have officially called it quits after two years of being married. It's safe to assume that things didn't work out between them, and in their case, it really didn't work out, because these two simply cannot stand each other. Sang-min is working at a university teaching entomology, and Jin-ha is working as a glassblower, trying to start her own line of glassware products with her best friend Hyang-mi (Jeon Soo-kyeong). With the distaste these two have for one another, there would be no other reason for them to come into contact, except for the fact that Sang-min has obsessive compulsive disorder. After the seperation, they decided that it would be best to just split everything 50-50, and Jin-ha ended up with the pendulum for the clock that Sang-min bought while on vacation in Europe. Sang-min's OCD about his missing pendulum drives him insane to the point where he meets with Jin-ha in order to get it back. However, their reunion doesn't go so well and soon the two are screaming at each other, with Jing-ha refusing to give him back the pendulum because she knows it means so much to him. Sang-min can't stand Jin-ha for her stubbornness, and the fact that she won't give his pendulum back, and Jin-ha hates Sang-min because he can never admit he's at fault and refuses to apologize for anything. Clearly, there is a lot of pent up resentment here. When Jin-ha get's her big break marketing her products on the Korean Home Shopping Network, Sang-min ruins the opportunity by faking his involvement in a car accident. These two go back and forth with their screaming matches, and attempts at hurting one another, with Jin-ha even going so far as to run Sang-min's car into an oncoming train. So fed up with the behavior she's exuding, Jin-ha finally agrees to give Sang-min his pendulum back. Before they meet, so she can give it to him, the two are speaking on the phone when Jin-ha yells out that her workplace is on fire. Sang-min assumes that she's pulling a fast one on him, as he did to her, but her situation is all too real. When these two meet again, face-to-face, they finally have a chance to let out of their emotions, but is it enough to mend the history, and the relationship they once shared together?
Venus and Mars shows the ugliness of people coping with a divorce. It obviously isn't a pleasant thing to experience, and it can make even the best of people show their worst side. The general theme of the movie is pondering the question, "how can two people that love each other so much, end up hating each other to the point where they'd do anything to hurt them?". I can understand having feelings of resentment towards the person you split with, but Kim Tae-hee and Seol Kyeong-gu are absolutely insane in this movie. These two are so psychotic, they make marriage look like the last thing you would want to do simply because of the possibility of divorce. All that aside, there are some entertaining parts in the film, mostly when these two are trying to kill each. The problem is, that's pretty much all these two do the entire time. It's basically an hour and a half of screaming, fighting, and not much more. There is a lot of emotion on display, and both actors definitely deliver it, but it all gets really old after awhile.
I can't say I recommend Venus and Mars, mostly because there isn't a lot that happens. I'm not saying you have to have a busy story to keep things entertaining, but you have to have something. There simply isn't enough meat on these bones to keep it satisfying. Fine performances, but nothing more. (Lee)
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Date of Stay: June 30 - July 1, 2009
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Calicoan Surf Camp, Calicoan Island's (connected to the mainland by a short concrete causeway) best and most luxurious hideaway, was developed by Cebu-based lawyer and pioneer developer Maning Go who owns about 500 hectares of the island's 1,600 hectares.
It was designed, with distinctive Asian-inspired (Thai, Balinese, Indonesian and Filipino) lines, by Frenchman Nicolas Rambeau, owner and creator of the highly-acclaimed, high-end Pansukian Resort in Siargao (Surigao del Norte).
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The resort has 7 well-appointed, spacious bungalows with soaring rooflines. Each bungalow has a native feel, with its own deck and floor with alternating dark and light wood stripes.
Modern amenities include airconditioning, compartmentalized bathroom with hot and cold shower, satellite TV, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, minibar and safety deposit box.
The resort's inviting 300-sq. m. saltwater infinity pool borders the 3-km. long, white ABCD Beach, the island's prime surfing area. Verdant pandamus trees (locally called bariw) grow through the pool's uniquely-designed wooden deck, embracing it and providing cool shade, thus binding nature with design. Here, you could watched the surging, breathtaking surf (boasting perfectly-shaped left or right reef breaks) as the island's eastern side juts out to the rolling surf of the Pacific Ocean (its powerful swells tirelessly rolling in over 10,000 m. Philippine Deep), making it a surfer's paradise.
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The best surfing months are March, April and September to October when southwesterly winds blow offshore, piling up incoming ocean swells and carving them into glassy shaped hollows.
Surfboards are rented out for a small fee and beginner's lessons can be provided, on request, by the resort staff. Surfers must wear booties as protection against the sharp rocks.
Although the currents are strong here, the island offers opportunities for big game fishing along the "Tuna Highway," the migratory route for tuna to Japan.
The resort's restaurant which offers International and Filipino cuisine including seafood such as freshly caught, fleshy, sweet and delicious lobster, prawns, scallops, abalone, crabs and fish. Along the way back to the mainland is Calicoan Island Ocean Villas, another of Maning Go's development projects.
Go enlisted the multi-awarded architectural firm of Francisco "Bobby" Manosa to prepare the island's master plan. He envisions zoning development where visitors can make nature treks to large areas of the island without encountering any bar, souvenir shop or billboard, thus offering more natural attractions and leisure activities with less of the hustle of the better-known Boracay.
NOTE:On November 8, 2013, Super Typhoon Yolanda, internationally known as Haiyan, devastated the town of Guiuan and Calicoan Surf Camp, as well as other surf resorts, were destroyed. The corals were also badly damaged, affecting the formation of waves.
Calicoan Surf Camp: Calicoan Island, Guiuan, Eastern Samar. Manila Tel: (632) 376-5818. Website: www.thesurfcamp-calicoanisland.com.


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ON AIR - Simon Murdoch
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A Cork man who was reported missing in Thailand
has been found and is currently in hospital.
54-year old Anthony O'Sullivan from Mitchelstown went missing this day last week
from his hotel in Bangkok.
His brother confirmed on social media this afternoon that Anthony has been located
in a hospital in the captial city and the family are awaiting news on his condition from doctors.


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The University of Pittsburgh's School of Social Work and the Center on Race and Social Problems is hosting a summit this week that organizers say will find solutions to some of the region's most pressing race related issues. The summit titled, "Race in America" begins Jun 3rd and runs through the 6th. The event will include 20 different panels focusing on seven key areas: economics, education, criminal justice, race relations, health, mental health, and families, youth, and the elderly. There will also be two keynote speeches.
Conference organizer and Dean of the school of Social Work at Pitt, Larry Davis, says this is a one-of-a-kind event that will bring in what he calls the best minds in the nation. Davis says the speakers and panel members were told to bring their varied experiences and expertise and expect to put them to use to find solutions to real-world issues. Members of the local community will moderate many of the panels. Davis says they looked for leaders in the areas being discussed including the head of the Pittsburgh Public School District for a panel on education and Pittsburgh's Chief of Police for a session about crime prevention.
Longtime civil rights activist and former NAACP board chair Julian Bond will give a free public address titled "The Road to Freedom: From Alabama to Obama" at 7 p.m. June 3 at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall. Julianne Malveaux, economist and president of Bennett College for Women, will speak at 7:00 the next day at the Twentieth Century Club with an address titled "What is Economic Justice and How Do We Attain It.
Following the conference, a report and action plan for each of the seven areas of focus will be published. Davis says while the participants are from all over the Untied States it will be Pittsburgh that will benefit most from the open exchange of ideas and search for solutions. Davis says, "Times of challenge provide the opportunity to create change. As the nation continues its efforts to recover from an economic downturn, there has never been a better time to reexamine and correct racial inequalities in American society. It is our intent to make this the best conference ever on race in America. More importantly, it is our goal to make it the most useful one." Updates will be posted on line during the event.


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Novotel Inle Lake Myat Min Hotel, Lake Inle Myanmar, Lake Inle
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This is a large, deluxe hotel with sprawling beautifully manicured grounds. The facilities are modern and extensive, and every way you look, the view is stunning. Come here to enjoy this very special part of Myanmar, knowing that despite the remoteness of the area, you still have easy access to comforts and exceptional service.
Lakeside relaxation, birding, bike hire and cultural pursuits are the reason you'll be in the area and at the Novotel itself, you can relax in the outdoor heated infinity pool, dine at one of the two restaurants, work out at the gym, play a round of golf or treat yourself to a spa and beauty treatment.
The rooms are modern, clean and feature all the usual facilities and amenities you'd expect from a Novotel, and all suites have private balconies with gorgeous garden views. But the real highlight here is staying in a villa: perfect for a small family, they are incredibly spacious and airy (110m2) and are situated right on the water. Please note, though, that the resort is not situated directly on Lake Inle itself, rather, an inlet, and that you will need to travel to reach the famous lake.
Whether you're visiting Lake Inle for a birding trip, a boat cruise or just some fresh air and lakeside relaxation, it's comforting to know that you can still expect international levels of service and extensive modern facilities. The Novotel is pricier than most other hotels in the area but the difference in quality and standards of luxury might certainly be worth the extra investment.
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Mountain | Sea | Urban Farm
Named after a divine plant venerated by ancient human societies, Haoma brings to Bangkok an exquisite Neo Indian cuisine, elegant ambiance, together with a relaxed atmosphere.
Effortless, yet impeccable.
Extravagant, yet minimal.
Authentic, yet unconventional.
Come, delight all your senses.
Among Haoma's core values is a deep respect for nature. We strive to create the best flavors from what's available in our surroundings.
"We grow what we cook,
We cook what we love."
We try to bring the freshest organic Thai ingredients and produce and high quality sustainable meats to your plate, bringing together the impeccable flavors and plate presentations inspired by Chef DK`s Indian roots like never before.
Your own plate of nature
We serve the finest selection of Sustainable, Organic and Bio-Dynamic wines sourced tastefully from the finest wine producers across the globe.
If cocktails are your thing, you'll love Haoma's reimaginings of old classics.
Bangkok's First
Urban Farm Restaurant
Urban Farm Restaurant
Chef Deepanker Khosla is both the engine and the pilot of Haoma's passionate endeavor to become a pioneer in sustainable fine-dining. His cuisine is focused on locally sourced quintessential ingredients, with an emphasis on simplicity, purity, and seasonal flavors.
Chef Deepanker can be found here every day, working the soil, planting, weeding and harvesting the finest herbs and vegetables so that his guests can enjoy the freshest ingredients possible.


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When Lara is talking to Jonah over the radio, you can clearly see the radio hanging off her belt! Minor I know but seems to happen all the time.
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When Lara is talking to Jonah over the radio, you can clearly see the radio hanging off her belt! Minor I know but seems to happen all the time.
Xbox One : Went back from the Hidden City to Kuwaq Yaku to visit the Mission giver to get Echoes of the Past. In the first discussion animation with the woman who talks about the map, the map is not...
Yep, I don't seem to be getting them now. I age done a few tombs, crypts and collectibles in the Hidden City an it has stopped crashing.
Not having problems on Xbox. B then A , works every time.
Thanks. Did that an it han't crashed as much, although I have only picked up one or two caches after. It did crash when I read a mural though. I'll make sure I clear the reserved space before I start...
Updated the Xbox One version tonight and since then I have had several freezes when collecting Caches. Last few freezes were in Kwaq Yaku. Had to reload map.
It is strange. I bought the Croft edition and the Season Pass isn't listed as a downloaded item, however when I went to the purchase page it registered as my having it and I got all the DLC.
I didn't read all of your posts as I have just finished the (first?) Croft Manor section although I did read the bit where you said you didn't enjoy the second half of the game which was a little...
TR:U is free to Gold members this month and as its backwards compatible you can play on Xbox One.
Same to you dark7angel, and everyone here!
Well Underworld is BC and there is no porting required. it just needs packaging by MS.
Its just greed. They know SW is a money making franchise and they are trying to screw as much money as possible from the fans. A great SW game would easily turn a handsome profit without this s**t.
I think they were more scared about the first weekends sales figures myself!
Im seeing just a blank space.
I assume this is the "emales Ruined Gaming For Those Who Don't Have Sex (Commentocracy)" video? (I cant see the embedded vid for some reason)
i dont necessarily agree with his opinions but find a...
I only played a little bit of Unity, but the multiplayer aspect did put me off.
I am a big AC fan but am avoiding Origins, even though the allure of Egypt is strong! Still need to finish Syndicate and Unity, would like to start Black Flag and if I really need more I have a...
Its been hectic! New job and finishing my degree mainly, but lots of other life stuff. Hope your well?
ICYMI : TR:U is now Backwards Compatible!
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Underworld is now backwards compatible on Xbox One but for PS4 they would have to be remastered or emulated.
Hi y'all. Been away for a while for various reasons. What did I miss?
Titanfall was excellent and TF2 is even better as it has a great SP Campaign. It is my FPS of choice certainly over COD, currently over BF and certainly over Battlefront. So enjoyable to play.
Score Attacks or Timed Runs are not my favourite type of game. Some people love them, but for me its the Xbox achievements I am not going to get.
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I'm sooo sorry for not posting in such a long time, but i've been very busy! I'll try to make it up to you guys with some very stylish posts about our style-queen!
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Olivia never shows a lot of skin, but she does likes to show off her long legs in black high-waisted mini shorts! It's one of her signature styles. She's going for a classic black and white ensemble wearing a white silky blouse, and ofcourse some killer accessoires. That's Olivia!
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Today 14 boys from 10BN were out at Belfast Activity Centre as part of the shared education CATCH programme. We were there with 3 other schools - Mercy College, Lurgan Junior High School and St. Ronans.
The CATCH programme is 6 sessions to help young people from different backgrounds come together and build relationships. Today was a focus on teamwork, with 3 different sessions - dry caving, rock climbing and teamwork activities. The boys had a fantastic day and can't wait for the next session.


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His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco visited D.C. Monday to speak at the the opening day of a week-long summit commemorating the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Antarctic Treaty.
It was an early morning for Prince Albert (shown here with girlfriend Charlene Wittstock), who delivered a keynote speech at 9:15 a.m. at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. The multi-lateral Antarctic Treaty, signed by 47 countries, designates the frozen South Pole continent for use only in the peaceful pursuit of scientific knowledge.
After the morning conference, Prince Albert headed downtown to address a lunch at the National Press Club. During his after-lunch remarks, he made few efforts to hide his disappointment over the recently scaled-back expectations for this month's global summit on climate change in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Prince Albert is the eldest of the three children born to American movie star Grace Kelly and Monaco's Prince Rainier III. Asked during a brief Q-and-A to choose his favorite of his mother's films, Prince Albert cited Alfred Hitchcock's psychological suspense thriller, "Rear Window."
"There's an incredible quality in the relationship between Jimmy Stewart and my mom that is simply magical," he said.
Prince Albert II is only in town for the day, and sources tell ITK that President Barack Obama does not plan to meet with him during the trip, although the two will likely cross paths in Copenhagen in a few weeks.


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The following article is an excerpt from the works of our very own Nashville Editor , James Dean Fisher. James has been with our company for over three years now and he brings a warm light of experience and insights about the music business that only a veteran of Nashville for nearly forty years would be capable of delivering.
Another year has come and gone, another Nashville Independent songwriters Festival has come and gone! " Popcorn," along with many people as volunteers, has brought about another historical event, of which focused solely on the independent songwriter. Songwriters, independents as well as writers that write as," Signed writers," for established publishing houses and record companies, gather in one area in the vicinity of" Music row" to allow the public, as well as the music industry, to see and hear the songs/product, they, as songwriters create.
The songwriter is the heart and soul of the songs that are recorded in today's recorded music industry. Here in music city, it is a fact, thousands of people come to this great city thinking they are great song crafters. Just ask most anyone on the street, a club, bar or in general conversation, why they came to music city. Nine out of ten times, the answer will be; I am a songwriter/artist. Here in Music City, it is also a commonly known fact, eight out of ten are not writers or artists and will never even get a" Cut."
The Nashville Independent songwriters Festival is put on each year here in Music City for the established songwriters as well as the struggling songwriters and it is a great event of which writers get to know each other and are able to network and perform with a variety of writers. With that being said, the Nashville Independent songwriters Festival of 2012 was a success, however, there were many, many changes in this year's event and the event was very closely contained, scaled-back to fit into a small area. There were no main stages, there were no " Headliners" or any featured artists.
As an artist/writer and entertainer, I personally look for venues that will benefit the songwriters and artist that are looking at the songwriter for products/songs that he or she could and would record. This year's event mostly benefited the club owners in the area that allowed the songwriters to perform on their stages. There was not a" Main stage" or a main event to attract the people from around Nashville and middle Tennessee.
As the writer/editor for the music magazine, damngoodtunes.com, I have covered the Nashville songwriters Festival for the past three years. As a reporter, I sat and talked to many writers as well as people that came to Music city to attend the songwriters Festival, about the 2012 songwriters Festival and sadly, I received for too many negatives about this year's festival! I found that many were disappointed and confused about where all the events were to take place. I also found that many of the attendees were unhappy about the stages being located in bars and clubs. As a writer/song-crafter, I was invited to perform on several stages and perform i did. I was able to meet and speak with several of my old friends and perform with some of them.
As a reporter, I found many people from all over the USA there to perform at the 2012 songwriters festival. Many were young and new with all the usual dreams of becoming the next "Big Thang!" I enjoyed the festival and hope to see the event grow and become the largest songwriters festival in the world! POPCORN, my friend, I'm with you all the way!!!


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We're just getting started as an official company to support our first project – Silent Fury. We intend for it to be the first of many.


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Joker brings plenty of assets to the table
Joker Phillips is not a national celebrity. Into the cut-throat world of SEC football coaching, Phillips brings exactly zero prior experience as a head man.
Like many UK fans, I was puzzled and frustrated by some of Phillips' late-game play calling in 2009.
Yet allowing for all that, Phillips brings significant assets to the job of Kentucky head football coach he stands to inherit now that Rich Brooks has ridden off into the sunset.
Look, I wish Joker had kept the ball in Randall Cobb's hands at the end of the Tennessee game. But that and other late-game controversies this season should not overshadow this fact: Phillips has been a good offensive coordinator at Kentucky.
In my book, you judge a coach by whether he is able to adapt his strategies to the talent he has.
In 2005, when Kentucky couldn't pass protect, Phillips built his offense around Rafael Little's running. In 2006 and '07, when Andre Woodson blossomed as a quarterback and UK had a stable of gifted receivers, Kentucky emphasized the pass.
This year, after Mike Hartline's injury, Kentucky had no down-field passing attack. Yet Phillips, as UK's head coach of offense, figured out how to parlay the running of two smallish playmakers (Cobb and Derrick Locke) into five more wins and a fourth-straight bowl appearance.
"He has adapted to the material he's had to work with," UK Athletics Director Mitch Barnhart said of Phillips on Monday, after Brooks announced his retirement as UK coach. "We've won with a passing game. We've won with a running game. I think that shows great flexibility and intelligence in a coaching staff."
Phillips is a willing and energetic recruiter. The pipeline into Georgia that has been such a boon to UK in recent years is largely the result of Phillips' efforts.
Don't underestimate what an advantage a head man who will put the sweat equity into recruiting can be.
Being head football coach at the University of Kentucky is Joker Phillips' dream job. It's the school for which he played, where he's worked as an assistant under three different coaches.
"One of the things he has that I didn't, he's not an outsider," Brooks said of Phillips. "He's a Kentucky guy. He lives and breathes this job."
Said Barnhart: "Joker has a tremendous love of Kentucky football. He played here. It's his school. It's in his blood. But that isn't the qualification that got him the job. He's been a top-level assistant coach for a long time."
Would it be better if Phillips had head coaching experience?
Of course.
Still, Phil Fulmer had never been a head man when he wrested the Tennessee job away from Johnny Majors.
He went on to win a national championship.
Mark Richt had never been a head man when he got the Georgia job.
He's won 10 games or more six times in nine years.
Dan Mullen had never been a head man when he went to Mississippi State this season.
His performance in year one in Starkville was widely praised.
Could Kentucky have found a better candidate now with an open search instead of a coach-in-waiting scenario put in place two years ago?
Maybe. We'll never know.
The UK brass believed two years ago it had a coach within its program deserving of the head coaching position.
Phillips deserves a fair chance to prove them right.
Barnhart said Monday he does not expect Phillips to call his own plays now that he's head man. "Those reins will be handed to someone else," the Kentucky AD said.
Going forward, if Phillips is going to make staff changes, I'd like to see him add a couple of younger coaches, guys who will be really aggressive (by which I don't mean cheat) on the recruiting trail.
With Louisville now apparently joining Mississippi State and Florida as annual UK opponents that run the spread option, Joker better make darned sure he has a defensive staff that knows how to stop it.
Coaching hires are notoriously hard to handicap. What looks great coming in (Bill Curry) can seem a disaster going out. What is panned coming in (Brooks) can look pretty darned good going out.
So for the segments of the UK fan base that seem to have lost some enthusiasm for promoting Phillips, let's say this:
Don't let a fixation on what Joker Phillips doesn't bring to the Kentucky football job blind you to some formidable assets that he does.
Joker Phillips
Born: April 12, 1963, in Franklin, Ky.
High school: Franklin-Simpson High School (graduated in 1981).
College: Graduated from UK in 1986 with a degree in business administration.
Athletic experience: Was a three-sport standout at Franklin-Simpson. An all-state quarterback, he led the Wildcats to two Class AAA state championships. UK wide receiver (1981-84) with 75 career catches for 935 yards and nine touchdowns. Played three professional seasons with the NFL's Washington Redskins and the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League.
Origin of nickname: Mother and grandfather gave him the nickname "Joker" because he and his father were named Joe, and they didn't want both of them to come running when they called.
1988-96: Kentucky (graduate assistant, 1988-89; assistant recruiting coordinator, 1990; assistant coach-wide receivers, 1991-96)
1997-98: Cincinnati (assistant coach-wide receivers, 1997; assistant coach-defensive backs, 1998)
1999-2000: Minnesota (assistant coach-wide receivers)
2001: Notre Dame (assistant coach-wide receivers)
2002: South Carolina (assistant coach-wide receivers)
2003-present: Kentucky (recruiting coordinator/assistant coach-wide receivers, 2003-04; offensive coordinator/assistant coach-wide receivers, 2005-08; head coach-offense/assistant coach-wide receivers, 2009-present)
■ Assistant coach at UK under Jerry Claiborne from 1988-90 and Bill Curry from 1990-96 before returning to join Rich Brooks' staff in 2003.
■ Became offensive coordinator in 2005. UK's total offense and scoring average went up three straight seasons, culminating in a school-record 475 points in 2007.
■ Identified by SI.com and Rivals.com as one of the nation's top recruiters.


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IIT Institute of Design
Looking Inward: Design Research in China
Conducting design research in an emerging market like China takes cultural understanding, patience, along with a level of empathy that is not normally gained overnight. In this presentation, Cathy Huang will take an inward look at China to bring forward key challenges that China Bridge International (CBi) is encountering while trying to gain insight through design research in China.
How does Social Conformity, Confucius, Utilitarianism and the belief that concealing ones economic status create obstacles for gaining insight in China? How does a research project navigate the many cultural, social, psychographic, and geographical differences when doing research in China?
These represent a few of the questions Cathy will discuss in her presentation. The background and foundation for her thoughts and perspectives will be presented from the findings of many cases studies and experiences gained from her work at CBi -- an insight-based innovation and design strategy firm. A firm that is empowering leading Chinese companies, multinational corporations and peer-consultancies to bridge success through design research and design management in China and the emerging markets.
Cathy is a respected Thought Leader in the design industry. Under her guidance, CBi has become the primary design research and innovation strategy consultancy in China.
She was the first Marketing Director of GE/Fitch China, and the former Project Manager of Haier Design Centre, where she acquired practical design knowledge and built strong relationships within the global design community.
Cathy has judged numerous renowned design awards, including the iF Design Award China, Pentaward, Electrolux Design Lab, China's Most Successful Design Awards, China Innovative Design Award, CCTV Grand Ceremony of Innovation.
She is frequently invited to speak at international conferences in America, Europe, Asia and often lectures at leading colleges and universities around the world, such as The Danish School of Art & Design, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the China Europe International Business School, the China Central Academy of Fine Art and Tongji University, among others.
Her design views have been featured in CNBC, Fortune China, Design (Korea), ID magazine and many other media. Cathy has published two books: "Mobile Inspiration" and "Managing Design for Business Success: Readings & Case Studies on Design Management", and many business and design articles.


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the holiday season, beaches in "La Feliz" are usually
packed with holidaymakers. But during the Dakar opening ceremonies,
thousands of spectators switched their focus on Plaza Colón, where a
podium has been set up for the presentation of the teams to the
public. The participant's vehicles are on display for the public to
view before they start their journey. Despite the festive ambiance in
the city, a handful of competitors are trying to put their mind on
the game in preparation for the race.
The battle for the four titles at stake has began! Both a motor race and an orienteering challenge, the Dakar Rally pits some of the world's greatest long-distance rally drivers against each other. Starting from Mar del Plata heading towards Lima, the pilots of these 443 vehicles in the bike, quad, car, and truck categories will start their 8,300 kilometer trek through Argentinean, Chilean, and Peruvian territory hoping to get a spot on the podium.
Top contenders in the car category will be Nasser Al-Attiyah, who has teamed up with a former rival, Robby Gordon, they will be driving a Hummer H3 decorated with the colours of Qatar. Al-Attiyah will probably have to beat a former teammate if he wants to mount a successful title defense. At the wheel of the MINI Countryman, which makes its Dakar debut, is Stéphane Peterhansel who is gunning for his 10th win after years of trying. The challenge attracts competitors of more than 50 nationalities, who are watched on television by over a billion viewers in 190 countries.


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Battlefield 4 teased on Origin, beta access would be included with Medal of Honor: Warfighter
Has Battlefield 4 just been outed? It might seem so according to the US Origin store popping up with an announcement that users who pre-order the upcoming Medal of Honor: Warfighter Digital Deluxe Edition would receive Battlefield 4 beta access.
Say. What. Battlefield 4 beta access being announced this early is a double-edged sword. One one hand, it's awesome that Battlefield 4 is close, on the other hand, half of the downloadable content for Battlefield 3 hasn't even been released yet. Battlefield 4 has been mentioned by EA before, by its President Frank Gibeau, but he only uttered the words "there is going to be a Battlefield 4".
EA hasn't made an official comment regarding the Battlefield 4 tease, but I'm sure we'll hear more about it in the coming days, and weeks. Let's hope that they've really polished up the Frostbite 2.0 engine, and made those maps bigger, catering to the ever-increasing GPU power us PC gamers have. What are your thoughts on the matter?


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'God is not a Trini'
The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management (ODPM) took some blows for its slow response to Tropical Storm Bret which devasted parts of the country last year, especially in the South and Central Trinidad.
Yesterday, Captain Neville Wint, Relief officer and officer in charge of the ODPM assured lessons have been learnt from this experience, lessons which will better prepare them to treat with the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season.
Although confident they are prepared for the season, Wint said their preparedness could be tested based on the severity of the impact of the hazard. He said in addition to the hurricane season, TT is also in an earthquake zone.
"It takes only one organised system to cause damage and as such persons are reminded not to leave anything to chance. God is not a Trini."
He gave as an example the concentrated rainfall which flooded Port of Spain recently. He said in one hour there was 16 ml of water impacting on Port of Spain and environs and within another 45 minutes it had risen to 84 ml.
"With a high tide, nothing could have been done to mitigate that impact," Wint said as he appealed to citizens to be ready and stay ready during an inter-agency media conference hosted by the Ministry of Health on the state of readiness for the 2018 rainy season at City Hall, San Fernando on Tuesday.
He said various agencies critical to the preparation and management of hurricanes and other hazards, have made adjustments based on lessons learnt from the last season, both locally and regionally.
"We have improved and strengthened our programmes, there has been a lot of consultations with the Ministry of Rural Development and Local Government and the Ministry of Health and other agencies."
He said shelters are ready, the necessary public education programmes are being carried out and guidelines have been posted on their website.
Still he said, "The ODPM is pleading with the population of TT to be extra vigilant during this season, especially those who are living in low lying areas or conduct business and even recreation. We are also appealing to people to pay attention to weather forecast and information being issued by the various agencies.
Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh said government is doing its part to mitigate flooding and individuals must also play their role. He related an incident in Diego Martin on Labour Day when he witnessed a refrigerator, tyres, grocery cart and pieces of bamboo floating in the river.
"Then we ask ourselves, 'what the government doing to prevent flooding'." Deyalsingh said.
He also appealed to people who live in flood-prone areas and who may have health challenges, to keep at least one week's supply of medication on hand.
He said there will be coordinated land and air response, along with dingys to evacuate people who are trapped or ill and spaces will be created at the various hospitals should their situation require hospitalisation.


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For anyone interested in finding out more about Australian music, I have compiled playlists on Spotify and YouTube for what I've been able to find. I also have quite a lot in my own personal collection – I will add more information about this here (what I've listed below is just a few CDs off the top of my head which might be hard to find otherwise) – just let me know if there's something in particular you'd like to follow up on or explore.
These are just a starting point – I'll keep adding to both playlists. Also working on an Australian popular music playlist which I'll add here once it's done…
Further Reading
Andrew Ford, Composer To Composer
A book of composer interviews, including several Australians – Richard Meale, Peter Sculthorpe, David Lumsdaine, Ross Edwards, Moya Henderson, Liza Lim, Nigel Butterley, Gerard Brophy, Barry Conyngham, Roger Smalley, Martin Wesley-Smith
Andrew Ford is himself an Australian composer (born in UK) so these interviews are pretty interesting.
2 copies in Jerwood Library
Rosalind Appleby, Women of Note
A book of profiles of Australian women composers, highlighting the important role women have played in the development of Australian contemporary classical music. Composers include Margaret Sutherland, Peggy Glanville-Hicks, Miriam Hyde, Mary Mageau, Ros Bandt, Elena Kats-Chernin, Mary Finsterer, Sarah Hopkins, Cathie Travers, Cat Hope, Gail Priest.
Not sure about library availability, but it's available from Amazon either as a paperback or on Kindle. A bit more general than Ford's book, which is quite composery, but a fascinating read.
The Australian Music Centre
Australia's answer to Sound and Music but more like BMIC was, with a collection/library and represented composers. The website includes a massive list of represented Australian composers with biographies (under "Find music") & links to websites, plus the online journal Resonate.
If you really want to get more into reading about Australian music, I recommend you try to find back issues of the hardcopy Sounds Australian journal published by the AMC. In particular if you are interested in the question of landscape, there were two issues back in the late 80s which specifically looked at this and contains submissions by a number of composers, talking about how they respond to landscape. An (online) issue of Resonate also specifically looks at the topic A Sense of Place. I haven't read it yet, but if you're interested in landscape in music, it might be a good place to start.
Anne Boyd: Landscape, spirit and music: An Australian story (PDF)
2002 lecture delivered to the Arts Association
Writing by me
Peggy Glanville-Hicks: A composer's search for leisure and silence
Composers without borders (on young Australian composers influenced by popular music)
Down the rabbit-hole: Martin Wesley-Smith, David del Tredici and the influence of Lewis Carroll
Australia: Exploring the Musical Landscape (book – rather out of date now as it hasn't been updated since it was published in 1998 but still could be a useful overview if you can find it here – covers classical, popular, jazz, indigenous, etc. My copy's still in Sydney)
Personal CD Collection
Nigel Westlake: The Hinchinbrook Riffs
Peggy Glanville-Hicks: The Songs
watt: watt/ever (electronic music)
Martin & Peter Wesley-Smith: Boojum! Nonsense, truth and Lewis Carroll – A Musical
Satsuki Odamura (koto): Burning House: Australian compositions for the koto
Jeanell Carrigan: 3 CDs of Australian piano music: But I Want The Harmonica…, Hammered, Spin
Andrew Ford: Whispers
Margaret Sutherland: Piano music
Carl Vine: Choral Symphony and Piano Concerto, 3 early symphonies (out of print)
Tamara Anna Cislowska: Dance of the Wild Men: Early 20th century Australian piano music


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OOOOOOOOOOHHHHH I didn't see this one coming!!! (Sarcasm, dripping sarcasm)
Bristol Palin & Fiancé Split
By Lorenzo Benet
Originally posted Wednesday March 11, 2009 05:40 PM EDT
Bristol Palin and her fiancé Levi Johnston have broken up, two sources tell PEOPLE.
The split happened "a few weeks ago," according to a source close to the couple, but it's unclear what precipitated it. "It was a mutual thing," adds the source.
Bristol, the 18-year-old daughter of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin, spoke with FOX News in February and told Greta Van Susteren that she and Levi who are parents to 2-month-old son, Tripp expected to get married after they completed high school.
"It kind of just happened," says the source, referring to the split. "I thought they would stick it out. But I think they can work together to raise Tripp."
"I'm not sure what caused [them to break up] it's common knowledge," says another source who knows the family.
Despite the breakup, Levi still sees the couple's son. Levi's dad, Keith Johnston, told PEOPLE recently that his son is a devoted and "proud father."
Plans for the Future
Bristol, meanwhile, is attending Wasilla High, taking a class to supplement course work she is completing at home. She also is considering enrolling in college next fall and studying nursing.
Bristol has been spotted around Wasilla shopping and exercising. She recently returned from Juneau where she was visiting her mother, who is spending the winter in the state's capital with daughter Piper and son Trig during the legislative session.
As for how she is holding up after the split, the source tells PEOPLE: "Bristol's doing okay. Tripp is fine."
Representatives for Gov. Palin have not returned calls for comment.


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Gathering on the Race Director Roundtable – local race directors to get our calendar ironed out and a few points addressed at SpringHill Suites Marriott. Again, analysis reveals that older individuals who participate in recreational actions have better coping behaviors in response to anxious life events and daily frustrations. Recreational models, reminiscent of that which you would purchase for a yard, can range from a 6-foot diameter to a sixteen or 17-foot diameter. The 128-mile Lone Star Path is the only long-distance Nationwide Recreation Path within the state of Texas. This bike is a pleasant entry highway bike that's modern, quick and excellent for a commuter, recreational rider or somebody looking for slightly extra health. Using a trampoline cowl also gives a transparent message to others that the trampoline has been put away and isn't in use. But earlier than individuals determine whether or not or not marijuana must be legalized, (aside from medical use) they should have a look at the facts on each side of the argument.
Proposition 19 would have allowed individuals over the age of 21 to have and use marijuana, grow it on personal property in a 25 square foot area, and It would have allowed marijuana to be taxed and controlled by native governments. U-10 and U-12 might be performed at the Siegel Middle on Wednesday with a special alumni game to be played at 7:45 p.m.
Luckily all three swimming areas at River Forks Recreation Space have sand put down each on the seaside area and in the water all the best way out to the yellow designated swim space poles (see pics for yellow poles/pipes). We continue to see on-going session and partnerships with the personal and non-profit sectors of parks and recreation. So in January, 2009, I launched my new web-primarily based company, promoting pre-geared up packs for both recreational hikers and SAR personnel. There is additionally a Calgary PublicLibrary Arts and Recreation Cross for many who are a part of the Charge Assistance program.
In fact, we would love to see your smiling faces on the Stacy Sherwood Heart in Fairfax on October 26th at 10am as well! The Division will continue to offer entry to world-class passive and energetic types of recreation that exist inside the system. It will also affect the grant program that helps managed OHV recreation on Forest Service and BLM lands, restoration initiatives, legislation enforcement, and security applications. Not to be confused with the Lengthy Path above, the Lengthy Trail is Vermont's long-distance footpath, extending 270 miles from its border with Massachusetts to Canada. At this time, quite a few businesses and organizations partner within the management and upkeep of a number of park websites and areas throughout the recreation area boundaries. Sports activities, leisure, and recreational exercise in the United States are commonplace.
The Edmonds Park and Recreation Department website consists of links to classes and a schedule of events at the Frances Anderson Middle and all of the city parks together with outdoor movie nights and live shows within the parks. The aim is to finish the Finish with extra of your staff's rocks nearer to the middle of the House than your opponent's rocks.


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I started off with a base of Binky London Gold, after applying three coats of that and waiting for it to be dry (that didn't take too long), I used my detailing brush to apply Marrakesh to create this slightly swirled and tapered design. I wanted to base the look on a Christmas bauble and while it looks festive in it's colour scheme, it looks quite Moroccan as well which is cool. I finished the look off with just a line of Binky London's Frostbite Glitter top coat to add a bit of dimension to the look.
I really liked working with these polishes. Gold was a bit sheer but that can often be the case with some metallic shades but Marrakesh was great to work with, a gorgeous warm terracotta red that would look great in the summer as well as the winter. The brushes were quite wide and the bottle is nearly identical to Models Own so if you like handling that particular brand, then look Binky London up!
I've two more polishes to show you from Binky London so look out for those! All of the polishes are available at Binky London's website and are priced at £2.95 each (Marrakesh is actually in a flash sale for £1.95!) and you can also get 10% off your order with the code 'PP10'!
So that's the start of the festive nail season eh? What are you looking forward to seeing on my nails? I'm always open to suggestions so be sure to leave a comment below and let me know. Also, make sure you like, subscribe and follow me on the sites below to be kept up to date with all of the Flails and Nails gossip, until next time!
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Natural Cleaners Improve Indoor Air Quality
Indoor air quality is two to five times more polluted than outside air, and we spend 90% of our time indoors. That's why indoor air quality is one of the EPA's top five environmental public risks. http://www.epa.gov/iaq/
Really? But why? Our forefathers did not have these issues, did they? I grew up in a home that had a rather large pot belly stove in the kitchen. Every morning my dad would fill the stove with firewood, stoke the embers and began the gradual warming process. He would briefly sit in the kitchen, enjoying his morning cup of coffee while smoking a cigarette. Somewhere in that process he would rouse me, shouting up the stairwell to wake me up; but truthfully, the aroma that floated enticingly up the stairs was the real trigger to get out of my cozy bed. The scent of the burning firewood, the coffee and yes, even his cigarette were telltale signs that there was work to be done. I guess in looking back at those fond days, this combination wasn't so good for me, was it?
In today's world we do not smoke inside most homes, and there usually isn't a wood burning stove, which would leave me with only the coffee aroma. The "however" to the story is that we have introduced into our homes many other sources of pollutants. I place national brand (meaning synthetic) cleaning products high on that list of sources polluting our air. Hazardous cleaning products are potentially dangerous to your health.
In my free Lunch-n-Learn workshops, we discuss extensively about cleaning products and air fresheners. These items should be considered continuous sources for pollution that need to be eliminated. We explain what makes these products dangerous and how to enjoy a healthier life through organic living.
Why, you might ask, do I offer complimentary workshops? Is it enough to say that I'm passionate about your health? In itself, this fact is most likely not enough to convince you to make a change. But I hope you'll think about the following. In the grocery store, most brands of cleaning, dish and laundry products use harsh chemicals like chlorine bleach, ammonia, phosphates and phthalates. Each and every one of them is considered to be hazardous to your health. These everyday cleaners can create unhealthy air through a process known as "out-gassing," meaning that dangerous vapors escape the products. For example, most dish-washing detergents emit toxic fumes during use. That "clean" scent coming from the dishwasher isn't really a "clean" scent. It's toxic.
Conversely, with natural-based cleaners you don't have to be concerned that the vapor coming from your dishwasher contains harsh fumes like chlorine gas. (Really . . . chlorine gas! Gasp!) The good news is that you can still get your home, laundry and dishes clean, while maintaining peace of mind. Today, living an organic lifestyle is easy. You can avoid polluting your home's air by removing harsh chemicals and the fumes that come with them. You don't have to sacrifice clean for safety. Would you like to make your home clean and safe for your family, visitors and pets?
I'd like to help you get started.
Hoping you're breathing easy and living life to the fullest,
Gene Wood, Life's Pure Balance


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Road and rail
Few people are awestruck by the glow of traffic lights, amazed by the width of cycle lanes, or intrigued by the detail of parking studies. Yet they're essential. Desirable housing, attractive office spaces, and tourist destinations all need easy access routes.
That's where we come in. PBA's integrated transport team spans the whole of the UK. We have bright minds in economics, freight and logistics, forecasting, development and passenger transport planning. Our ITS and transport modelling directors are leaders in their fields. Together, they are mapping out the future of Britain's transport infrastructure, and shaping our cities for the next generation.


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Officials with Governor Mitt Romney's presidential campaign said Monday that he will not come to Portland for a debate scheduled next week.
The Oregon Republican Party is sponsoring the debate with OPB and the Washington Times as media partners. The debate has been sanctioned by the Republican National Committee, and it's scheduled to air nationally on PBS, next Monday.
But sources involved in debate plans have confirmed word out of Mitt Romney's campaign — that the former Massachusetts governor, and Republican frontrunner, won't come.
In an e-mail, a Romney campaign aide said the candidate will be in Illinois on March 19, which is the eve of that state's primary, but that Romney looks forward to campaigning in Oregon before this state's May election.
Debate organizers say they're continuing to talk with the three other candidates. Organizers say it's possible Romney will change his mind, if the other candidates participate. And they say it's possible the debate would happen without Romney.
The only confirmed debate participant so far is Newt Gingrich.


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Starting off a new effort to get blogging I have decided to kick-off with a new category of blog posts: Bus Reads. Basically its a book review section of books I have read on the bus – quite simple.
McKenzie, L. (2015) Getting By: Estates, Class and Culture in Austerity Britain. Britain: Policy Press
There are quite a few terms branded about in relation to this text: poverty, austerity, inequality are just some. But this really produces what I felt was the key challenge for the text as a whole, a potential lack of focus. There is some initial discussion of poverty but this is not really defined or linked to any of the contemporary definitions of poverty. However you get the impression that this is not really the focus as the discussion moves beyond this initial, and brief, focus on poverty to consider class and culture – specifically working class…
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Towards Trustworthy Systems with Open Standards and Trusted Computing
European Multilaterally Secure Computing Base
The EMSCB security architecture offers developers the required security properties to securely realize critical applications. Moreover, legacy operating systems can be reused to provide uncritical operating system services and applications. Together with the involved companies the realization of the following applications is planned to evaluate the overall security architecture and to offer developers a basis for their own use cases:
Secure harddisk encryption for Linux: Existing harddisk encryption solutions have the disadvantage that the cryptographic key cannot be protected once the system is compromised (see, e.g., this article). Using the EMSCB architecture, the encryption service including all security-critical operations (e.g., user authentification and smartcard support) can be isolated from the Linux kernel and its applications.
Secure certificate management: This demonstrator will protect certificate management and cryptographic operations from the Linux environment, allowing, e.g., a more secure authentication of mobile employees, since malicious code that has compromised the mobile platform (e.g., because of a misconfiguration) cannot access the certificate used for authentification.
Pragmatic DRM Viewer: Based on conventional hardware including a TPM, a trusted viewer will be realized that enforces a license attached to digital content in an untrusted environment while protecting the privacy of local users.
Multi-Level Security (MLS) System: The goal of this demonstrator is, based on EMSCB, to enforce a common security policy (e.g., Bell-LaPadula) by reusing existing legacy applications. One possible application of this demonstrator is to control the flow of a confidential document within a corporated environment.
Embedded DRM: This demonstrator securely enforces a security policy attached to digital content on top of an embedded system, e.g., in an automotive environment and allows a secure realization of new business models, e.g., pay per use.
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OneDrive for Business - Cloud Storage and Online Backup Services Review
By Business.com Editorial StaffLast Modified: May 20, 2019
If your business is already using Microsoft Office suite, then Microsoft OneDrive can provide business online backup services in real time as you are using the programs. You can purchase one of two plans for up to 5TB of cloud storage per user.
Unlike most online business backup solutions in our buying guide, OneDrive works only with Microsoft products. If you have other programs or information you need to back up, it's not the best choice. However, if you want a backup solution that includes sharing, editing-on-the cloud and hot syncing, OneDrive fits the bill for an economical price.
You can store files up to 10GB in size, and sync over all your devices, including PCs, Macs, tablets or smartphones. In addition, you can work on documents on the cloud or offline on your own computer. For those files on your computer, you can choose to back them up or not, saving your space for the really important data.
OneDrive's collaboration features allow you to share files with coworkers or collaborate on projects. The editing features are not as complete through OneDrive, but if needed, you can download the file, edit and upload to share.
There are multiple security features, particularly with the higher plan. Both plans provide a 99.9 percent uptime guarantee, 24/7 IT-level web and phone support. OneDrive for Business meets global and industry-specific compliance standards like ISO 27001, HIPAA, and more, making it a good choice for a multitude of industries. It uses TLS 1.2 encryption, which is a step above the SSL standard.
You can encrypt emails and set up a data loss protection policy (DLP) in the security and compliance center, which lets you monitor and protect sensitive information. DLP policies can designate where to protect content, conditions for rule enforcement (such as checking for social security numbers) and actions to take, such as blocking access to the document.
There's a learning center for users and online resources for IT admin and developers. The support section contains how-to articles with illustrations.
OneDrive is not a comprehensive online backup system, but for small businesses wanting a secure place to store standard Microsoft Office files (such as Excel sheets or Word documents), it provides storage, collaboration and syncing services compliant with multiple industry standards.


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The federal government continued to rework regulations stemming from the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) in June amid a key court ruling and a wave of studies that tried to forecast how employers will cope with the long-term effects of the law.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) tweaked a regulation concerning internal claims appeals and external review for health care claims in group and individual plans, trimming the time beneficiaries will have to prepare an appeal, from 120 to 60 days, according to a report in Kaiser Health News.
HHS also reduced the types of denials that can be challenged and the amount of information that insurance companies must provide when a claim is denied.
However, the agency left a few key features of the regulation stand, including the requirement that self-insured employer plans must use at least two independent review organizations when handling appeals to health care claims.
HHS also announced an end of waivers for limited, or "mini-med" health care plans after Sept. 22, according to Business Insurance. Many of the plans do not meet the requirements of minimum dollar coverage amounts created by PPACA. Companies that have already received waivers can still file for extensions, provided they apply by Sept. 22. The waivers will last through the end of 2013, as long as plan sponsors meet certain requirements and keep the government and their employees informed about the plan.
Meanwhile, the Department of Labor (DOL) made its own change to a PPACA regulation, reversing the requirement that health care plans must notify urgent-care patients of coverage decisions within 24 hours. The DOL decided to keep that requirement at the current 72 hours after it reconsidered the "cost and benefits" of the 24-hour deadline.
While agencies were busy retooling these PPACA rules, a federal appellate court in Ohio handed the Obama administration a key victory by ruling that the health care reform law's requirement that all Americans purchase health insurance is not unconstitutional, according to a report in the Los Angeles Times.
While most experts think the Supreme Court will be the ultimate decider of PPACA's fate, the decision by the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals signaled a significant victory for the Obama administration because one of the judges who upheld the constitutionality of the law was a conservative and a former law clerk for Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia.
In the court of public opinion -- at least among employers -- the full fallout from PPACA remains a mystery, and several conflicting studies released in June do little to clear the air.
Research published in the McKinsey Quarterly indicated that 30 percent of employers say they are sure or likely to end their employer-sponsored health plans after the main provisions of PPACA take effect after 2014, according to a FoxNews.com report. That figure jumps to 50 percent among employers who are "very aware" of the law.
Reform supporters questioned the results, citing previous studies that showed a much smaller number of employers who expect to dump health care insurance. Also, a recent study by the Urban Institute suggested that PPACA might actually increase the number of small employers that offer coverage. The institute projects the law will generate a 10 percent increase in the number of employers with 100 or fewer employees that offer health care insurance because of tax incentives and stabilization of the health care market.