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You'd think that an addiction counselor would be the last person to get hooked on World of Warcraft, but that's exactly what happened to Mark Kline.
That's.... terrifying.
That really is a very scary thought, especilly to me. I've always steered clear of MMORPGs because I know I have tendencies towards getting hooked, but the thought that WoW can get anyone addicted, imagining what it could do to someone prone to addiction is deeply disturbing.
I think I'll be steering clear of this one a little while yet.
I'd be interested to see someone actually tackling the fact that these games, to those 'addicted' by them are seen as -better- than reality, rather than skirting around this conclusion. Only by confronting that fact, rather than avoiding it, can we perhaps improve our real world so these games no longer have the hold they do, rather than simply going 'online bad, real world good'.
They are not better, but they can feel like the same. But this might not be the most important part, the most important part is that it is so much easier to succeed in such a game than in real life.
Another thing that is extremely important, as the writer said, some stuff we cant really make better, in those cases WoW can provide a much needed solace. And I speak from first hand experience when I say THIS IS NOT A BAD THING.
My gf has Multiple Sclerosis. An untreatable disease which causes her and me a lot of emotional stress, and other stuff that is not nice. There is nothing I can do about her disease, and nothing she can do. While I played WoW (I stopped playing a year or so ago) I could forget about these troubles if only for a while, and succeed and feel good about something I was competent at.
The fact that this is possible is not a bad thing, and I for one am not one to tell people how to live. If someone wants to succeed in wow instead of getting a family/great career go for it. But they need to at least be able to support themselves. It is when they cant even do that they need help.
I find some solace in this article.
I have always avoided MMORPG's given my addictive tendencies, but also because I don't want to pay monthly for access to a game. Mostly though, it is just the knowledge of my own inability in the past to moderate my own consumption of games and gaming.
I think I am better now at managing these things, but I am not sure that I feel strong enough to try something like WoW.
I went through something quite similar to greg, in my first couple years in university, only I was playing an emulated Ultima Online server...
I agree.
The fact that most non-gamers, when trying to help in cases of gaming addiction, react by opposing "online" and "real" worlds, actually forces "addicted" people to chose one side, instead of balancing both. Admitedly, it IS hard as hell to find the will not to let go of reality and embark on the virtual journey.
Ah, MMORPG Addiction, something i will never understand. And i am a guy who spends most of his free time playing games and watching movies, often to drown thoughts about personal issues.
I guess there are two kinds of gamers: Those who like to play gameS, and eventually get bored by a game if they spend to much time with it, and those who like to play a game and are willing to dedicate endless amounts of time to master it.
I guess given all those addiction stories, i can count myself happy to be in the former group.
P.S.: I did try Guild Wars and Ragnarok Online back in the day, just so you know
I'm happy that Greg managed to quit wow. I also recently quit WoW after 3 years of playing it and now I'm starting to understand that life exists also out of WoW
I found this article very interesting. I don't play MMOs as a rule for one because I know that I'm the kinda person who gets addicted to things. I have low will power so I find it best just to avoid out right things that could be harmful in excess.
By your avatar I think you may have another bout with addiction in SC2.
I'm happy that someone in the psychological world understands just what causes the addiction in these games. Knowing that, it will be easier to treat those who suffer from it, as addiction to WoW, etc., is somewhat different than addiciton to, say, alcohol, at least in what it provides as solace.
I think that speaks volumes about what is possible to get addicted to, and its not the game itself that he was saying addicted the player but rather the feelings that the players experienced.
When i look at the games i play FPS and MMOG i can see how i feel when i play them. It is alluring to think about. what would your life really be like if you were your character?
I dont play WoW but alot of my friends do or have. Its never really been a problem for them probably because we all have several other hobbies and interests that we share. It is also generally understood in out group that RL activities come first most of the time. Thats not to say that people wont miss real life events for raids but usually if they are given enough notice to cancel the raid or the event is important enough then they will make the time.
I think having other hobbies is important to avoid being sucked in, especially hobbies that require social interaction. Every time I read of people succumbing to gaming addiction it seems to be their only real hobby, alot of people spend their relaxation time watching TV which requires no commitment, it is easy to replace that time with another past time. Sports are all well and good but they are very easy to give up expecially playing competatively as any break from playing can jepordise form resulting in you losing your place in a team.
Really people who plan on getting into MMOs should make sure they have some other hobby that they enjoy and requires them to socialise with friends. Having multiple hobbies helps divide your attention between them preventing one from taking too much control over your life. If your other hobby is a sport you need to make sure you have friends who will push you to continue with it.
Just my 2 cents.
I probably play WoW to an amount that people will see as unhealthy.
I work eight hours a day, come home, and usually log in to WoW and play, only interrupted by doing chores around the house (I wash my dishes, do my laundry, take care of my cat, deliver bills, bring in the mail, mow the yard, etcetera.), spending time with my family when they visit, or visiting my friends in town.
I probably play anywhere between six to eight hours a day.
My time, however, is not solely devoted to WoW. I check the Escapist, I browse news websites, I chat with friends on instant messengers, and occasionally I fire up other games. So, I guess I could say my time on WoW would vary even more, whereas my time on the computer does not. Is this just a plain computer or Internet addiction? Possibly, but I do my best to make sure it doesn't interrupt my work or family life.
If my parents ask me to come and talk or do something for them, I will type, "BRB for a bit." to whatever group I might be in at the time (this isn't necessary as I don't spend all my time running instances) and go help them out. Sometimes I might do this in a bit of a hurry because I don't want to incovenience the group, but I always make sure to help my parents.
Even recently I've been spending more time with my friends, and been offered to drop in unexpectedly more often, something I won't be passing up.
So, am I addicted? I personally don't think so, but I can easily see how other people can get so wrapped up in this (or a similar) game.
Great article. I love how the doctor put himself in the patient's position (more or less) and was able to come out with a new appreciation of what happened.
Really cool article. +10 internets to mister Kline!
"Escape is an ever-present commodity, perhaps a bit too present..."
You just have to keep it at a stable level.
Omg finally someone who talks about WoW and makes some sense.
That right there, all I ask is that if people tell me I play too much WoW that they understand where I'm coming from. There's not much hope for me though as my WoW addiction can only be equaled by my addiction to regular video games. Personally though I would say once you hit the level cap the game gets a lot more manageable. You're either running heroics, which you can only do so many of a day, or you're doing raids which are preplanned for certain times. So it's not like you get a call from some shady guy saying " The banana has split", and you have only a few minutes to get on WoW for a raid. I've once even had my friends ask me to hang out and I said "no I'm raiding", and they're like "rawr you're addicted" so I told them to stfu cause I'd told them earlier that week I was raiding, with an unspoken but implied >.> "my guild mates would've remembered something I was excited about". Which brings me to another thing, some people say "you have friends outside of WoW"; well I have better friends in WoW. And just for the record I'm currently on a "console gaming" break from WoW.
WoW can be addictive, so can gambling, alcohol or extreme sports. as in the article, anything that fills a specific psychological need can do so.
Really, the greatest danger WoW has posed to my free time is the "one more" mindset. There *are* some interesting story lines within the game, usually as questlines, and it is easy to fall into the trap of 'just one more then i'll go do [insert activity here]'. Once you realize that and if you have good self control, it's fairly easy to avoid. It definitely helps to play with other mature people who have similar opinions.
It's good to see that some psychologists are recognizing video games, gambling and other compulsive behaviors as actual problems though
A well written article from somebody with credentials and first hand experience in this area. Thank you.
A really good article by a psychologist. Kudos to you Mr. Kline. I've never imagine that he would play WoW to see the effects.
I've played WoW for 4.5 years, raid endgame (we're on Blood Council and Dreamwalker), run a guild of friends IRL... and I also do academic research on the game.
I find it interesting that the writer got drawn into playing 5-6 hours/night which is more than research generally finds to be true for the "average" WoW player. Granted, the bell curve is relatively flat -- some people play a few hours a week, some play (like Greg) all day every day. But most relatively committed players play 20-25 hours a week, according to a number of academic studies. (Productivity software on my computer tells me I log around 20hr/wk.) Compare that to the Neilsen studies of television watching -- 35.5 hrs/wk in 4Q 2009 -- and it seems evident to me that more people handle their time management of WoW in a healthy manner than do not.
Personally, the time I play WoW is the time I used to watch TV, which I no longer do. I don't even own a TV.
Does that mean everyone handles their hobby well? Clearly not; Greg is exemplary of someone allowing the game to negatively impact his life. The writer felt his playtime got out of control -- 35-40hr/wk sounds like a lot to me, too.
Others will speak on this thread, surely, about how much is too much. I want to be one who says those speaking out about "too much" may be as much the exception as the rule, though. WoW in particular gets a helluva lot of bad press for being "addictive" (a term I find offensive, equating it with the physical addictions of drugs and alcohol, with physical withdrawal and physiological health impact). Gaming and virtual worlds in general are engaging, immersive, and carry people away the same way good books and movies do -- all entertainment media do this. (Ask a teen girl about Twilight!) The difference is that virtual worlds are persistent, always available, always fresh and new. They also provide more substantive benefits than a movie or TV. (I still love my books!)
I'm deeply glad to see an addiction counselor making the effort to get the whole picture, coming to understand the benefits of such gaming from the inside. Arguably, it's also good that he slid downhill to understand the potential problems from the inside as well, and can take that more-nuanced understanding to his clients -- and to the readers of Escapist.
Seriously, this is why I haven't played WoW. I'm pretty addicted to MW2 and like to think of myself as important in the clan I'm in.
I've been there. Done that. Got the hell out.
It was worst for me during the MC/BWL days of WoW Classic. 40 man raids, going for all hours of the night. Almost destroyed my marriage.
I love the collaberative experience that is raiding. I love getting a group of friends together to tackle a problem that one of us couldn't solve on our own. I love having my role and performing it to the best of my ability and taking down the bosses together. I love being depended on.
But when it took time away from my family and my home life...it had to end, and I'm not sorry I left when I did.
thats a pretty amazing story and i have no doubt its true i know people like that :/
An insightful and well-articulated piece.
This makes me think of the Skinner box:
Really great article!
I quit WoW about 13 or 14 months ago. I had been playing since release which accounts for - what, 5 years? I don't even know. In that time I had only taken maybe 3 breaks for a couple months before a new patch or expansion sucked me back in. I wasn't completely unreasonable in it but I certainly spent far too much time in WoW. Still, I wasn't quite failing university... but my grades weren't good, either.
Now that I've quit, I feel like I have a much more interesting life. I have a great gf and I see friends more and just generally get out more. I still game quite a bit - I even just bought a brand new PC and I have a PS3 - but the great thing about non mmo, non competitive games is you don't feel like you're missing out on something if you quit. Your "friends" won't be getting some uber leet gear and leaving you in the dust (and in envy). I have become mildly addicted to MW2 and BC2 multiplayer for short periods - a few weeks each. Similar reasons to an mmo, that is, you level up and get better gear for more pwnage. But you don't make friends so it's still a fairly personal experience and also you don't miss out if you don't play for a few days.
When I played WoW, in the entire 5 (or so) years, I never joined a raiding guild because I didn't want to have that amount of commitment and dedication, requiring a raid schedule. Even so, I did a boat load of instances and heroics and pvp, and finally in the BC expansion tried a little raiding in Kara and once I did Gruuls. Come WotLK and raiding was very accessible, so I was spending my weekends PuGing 10 and 25 man raids. Got pretty pimped out on 2 characters. Luckily tho, I got a bit bored at the lack of progression available to me and quit. Decided not to go back and quite happy about that, although I still, to this day, occasionally think how fun it could be to reactivate my account and drive my mechano hog around one more time =/
Thank you Escapist for publishing this article. I suffer from WoW addiction and this article really shows why.
My tale. Bit long so spoilered.
MMO addiction fill 2 needs for people. The first, like all addictions, is that it provides a way to escape from your life and forget about your problems. The second is unique to MMOs and that is it fills the need people have to be with others. Humans are by nature social animals and so for people like myself who have difficulty being with people in real life, it fills an instinctual need. This is them compounded by the fact that its easy to kid yourself into believing it isn't a problem because you end up believing the interaction you have is a good enough substitute to being in the same room as other people.
I find this article to be everything from heartwarming and informative, to sensationalist and silly.
It's heartwarming and informative because it speaks of why the phrase "It's just a game" is so utterly misguided and clueless. No it's not just a game, and it's not just a game. It's a team sport. It's a sense of achievemnt. It's mind-jogging. It's social networking. It's socializing. It's immersive and it's fun. So it's more than the game... and the game is not to be taken lightly.
Not understanding that is what I believe is the root cause of nine out of ten conflicts when it comes to gaming and using the computer. Relatives and parents do not understand this aspect. They think that the "game" can be halted at any time, without prior warning. That is about as silly as walking out to a football player in the middle of practice and say "We're leaving for gramps, now".
The article is good because it explains why this kind of behaviour by the non-gaming part is an even bigger source of conflict than the game itself. Planning ahead... like saying "Oi, dinner in 15 mins, allright?" instead of going with the disaster "It's dinner NOW! Let go or I'll friggin' cut the cable". The latter is doomed to fail.
The article sensationalist and silly because it speaks of "addiction" as it we were talking drugs or gamling addiction. Yes it is true that some people use games as escapism in an a manner that speaks of a problem. But seriously, how often is it the game's fault, and not just a symptom of problems that exist elsewhere in life? If someone sits on his/her room watchign TV 6 hours per day, do we speak of "TV-addiction", or do we start looking at why?
The silliness is that just because gaming can be associated with problems the game is assumed to the source of the problem, when it in most cases is a symptom of a problem.
/S - 36 years old - gamer since 1984 - parent of two kids - Rogue lvl 80 - married - spouse has Hunter lvl 80.
Fantastic artical, It's nice to see someone actually give it a try to see what the deal is about instead of just standing on the outside judging those that partake. It is very easy to get drawn into those type of games, the quick reward for effort that often doesn't exist in real life is a huge draw.
Personally I'm one of the people that went through a period of addiction to them with ultima online, then starwars galaxies. During college I would skip classes to play and avoid everyone in my life. It takes a strong mind to be able to balance out the game and real life, especially when real life isn't going so well.
Fascinating read. We need someone like Kline to speak out when the next WOW ADDICTION ATE MY HAMSTER article goes the rounds.
interesting read. Scary at first,
Ive played WoW myself , I occaisonally log in to play a few hours. But Ive never been in a raiding party, and thats because Ive seen how my friends chooses to stay home friday/saturday night to raid.
But for me, my social life has always been extremely important, sure Ive been in very social guilds, Ive had a great time with people who'se avatars I dont even remember now. But reality will always be more awesome than Azeroth to me.
Nice to hear so many people quitting WoW and getting healthy. I mean, that's not to say that WoW is a disease in and of itself, just that its nice to see that so many people have the common sense to play in moderation or not at all.
I have to say, I've never experienced what Mr. Kline and Greg seem to have got out of WoW my brief 3 or 4 month exploration of Azeroth left me bored with solo play, frustrated by group play and weary of nearly every mechanic. I'm a lazy, lazy person, and every part of WoW felt like work to me. Getting addicted to work is not something I'm likely to do in the near future.
When you here stories like this one though, especially Greg's nervous breakdown, it makes me wonder what possible draw a game like this one could have? I mean, even if there was only a one in a million chance of that happening to you, would you really pay a month subscription fee to just "try" grinding mobs?
The average gamer might have to work out a priority-based life problem like this:
The average WoW gamer apparently has to do all of that PLUS:
best line from the article
We aren't living in puritanical bullshit world. We don't need to suffer in this life for the promise of joy in the next one. Not being able to handle both real life and WoW (or most other "addictions") is a time management problem. If your life sucks and WoW is the only thing keeping you from going on a shotgun rampage at the Kwik-E-Mart then by all means play as much as you want. South Park "Bloody Mary" episode had the best take on "addictions". If you spend your life avoiding the thing you are addicted to then it controls your life just as badly as when you were participating in the activity.
Raiding has gotten MUCH better since the days of BWL/MC. Fewer people needed, shorter raids/instances, more forgiving timers, etc etc etc. And that was just in BC, I heard that all the raids in Lich King were puggable much to the chagrin of the 'hardcore' no lifers.
Being the manager of your own life isn't fun. But it is occasionally somewhat satisfying. Problem is that most kids aren't taught how to manage their time, just run from one scheduled activity to another. And most adults either don't (want to) think about it or try to be part of a whole time management cult and burn out after a few weeks of writing org charts for themselves.
If WoW or other "harmful" activities are important to you then don't let anyone else say you can't take part in them. Your life is YOUR LIFE and anyone who thinks they have the right to judge you can go fuck themselves. But at the same time acknowledge that other things in your life are important as well and the key is balancing and timing everything that is important. Some day we will all die but until then we have a lot of time, it is pretty easy to get in everything if we lay out all the pieces and figure out how to fit them together.
I am glad the guy at least took the time to enter the WoW world to see why/how people become addicted. But it is all about priorities, I know that if I play games all the time and screw up school I will have to live with my parents forever *cue scary music* so I find balance with my three major hobbies (gaming/internet, books, and Warhammer) so that I can relax and have fun without completely removing myself from the real world.
Personally I can be a very social person, but I can also be very anti-social due to several factors, meds, mood, amount of shit I have to deal with, ect. These opposite approaches allow me to be a gamer and a live a real life without ever having to worry about becoming too addicted to a game.
I do wish though that learning worked like RPG's and that I could see my stats rise as I did things.
I've been playing WOW now for about half a year. Actually, checking my account, I see that it's been a little over four years. I disagree with people who say that WOW will consume your life and disconnect you from society. I play the game to escape the annoyances of everyday life such as the war in Iraq and the daily actions of President Bush. Also, I think it's healthy to be able to release your inner child. Michael Jackson is basically just a child at heart who is successfully living his dreams and still managing to raise a family. Lastly, I don't worry about the health risks of my gaming because many famous athletes like Tiger Woods are gamers, and he is a role-model for millions of kids around the world. In no way do I feel that my six months, I mean four years, playing WOW has disconnected me from society!
Very interesting Article...scary also, has made me think oddly enough about my wow habits...problem also is, it kinda hints its a good game too...scary
I can more than relate to a couple of the sentiments within this article, but also have a contrasting view.
My upbringing was less than favourable. For the first 14 years of my life, I feared my home and the events that had, could and would unfold within those four walls.
At ten years old I stood upon a bridge, ready to jump when my mother drove round the corner and caught me. For one day I was granted grace, and in that one day I discovered video games.
Video games slowly became my refuge, more so games of the RPG genre. The idea of the underdog rising up against his once mighty oppressors was delicious, and made real life events a lot more manageable.
Whenever I was subjected to the torment of reality I would think back to the endeavours of my avatars - of Link felling Ganon, of Ash capturing Mewtwo. They in turn, became my saviours and helped me survive what I otherwise wouldn't have.
At 14, I was able to "divorce" my mother and subsequently moved in with my father and was finally safe. My addiction to the game world didn't disapate however and through the years it became the staple of my "self-medication", a means to combat the mental damage that lingered despite the physical pain being all but gone.
At another of my lowest points, when depression seeped through even into my periods of escape, I discovered Final Fantasy XI.
This became my existence, I would awake at high noon and return to sleep close to 17 hours later. This persisted for a year - on the first day I met an American Mum of two and we immediately became friends. She was how a mum supposed to be, and in turn became part of my rise to the person I am today.
My faith in females was re-established, and I turn began to trust people again. Being part of a Linkshell was essentially being part of a family and the unity that spilled from it was devoured hungrily by myself. My class? Paladin - the cornerstone of a succesful party.
To cut this tale short, it is very easy to see games and more so online games as life destroyers. However in my case, I wouldn't be here today without them.
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The following three papers present recent developments in multiscale gravitational field modeling by the use of CHAMP or CHAMP-related data. Part A - The Model SWITCH-03: Observed orbit perturbations of the near-Earth orbiting satellite CHAMP are analyzed to recover the long-wavelength features of the Earth's gravitational potential. More precisely, by tracking the low-flying satellite CHAMP by the high-flying satellites of the Global Positioning System (GPS) a kinematic orbit of CHAMP is obtainable from GPS tracking observations, i.e. the ephemeris in cartesian coordinates in an Earth-fixed coordinate frame (WGS84) becomes available. In this study we are concerned with two tasks: First we present new methods for preprocessing, modelling and analyzing the emerging tracking data. Then, in a first step we demonstrate the strength of our approach by applying it to simulated CHAMP orbit data. In a second step we present results obtained by operating on a data set derived from real CHAMP data. The modelling is mainly based on a connection between non-bandlimited spherical splines and least square adjustment techniques to take into account the non-sphericity of the trajectory. Furthermore, harmonic regularization wavelets for solving the underlying Satellite-to-Satellite Tracking (SST) problem are used within the framework of multiscale recovery of the Earth's gravitational potential leading to SWITCH-03 (Spline and Wavelet Inverse Tikhonov regularized CHamp data). Further it is shown how regularization parameters can be adapted adequately to a specific region improving a globally resolved model. Finally we give a comparison of the developed model to the EGM96 model, the model UCPH2002_02_0.5 from the University of Copenhagen and the GFZ models EIGEN-1s and EIGEN-2. Part B - Multiscale Solutions from CHAMP: CHAMP orbits and accelerometer data are used to recover the long- to medium- wavelength features of the Earth's gravitational potential. In this study we are concerned with analyzing preprocessed data in a framework of multiscale recovery of the Earth's gravitational potential, allowing both global and regional solutions. The energy conservation approach has been used to convert orbits and accelerometer data into in-situ potential. Our modelling is spacewise, based on (1) non-bandlimited least square adjustment splines to take into account the true (non-spherical) shape of the trajectory (2) harmonic regularization wavelets for solving the underlying inverse problem of downward continuation. Furthermore we can show that by adapting regularization parameters to specific regions local solutions can improve considerably on global ones. We apply this concept to kinematic CHAMP orbits, and, for test purposes, to dynamic orbits. Finally we compare our recovered model to the EGM96 model, and the GFZ models EIGEN-2 and EIGEN-GRACE01s. Part C - Multiscale Modeling from EIGEN-1S, EIGEN-2, EIGEN-GRACE01S, UCPH2002_0.5, EGM96: Spherical wavelets have been developed by the Geomathematics Group Kaiserslautern for several years and have been successfully applied to georelevant problems. Wavelets can be considered as consecutive band-pass filters and allow local approximations. The wavelet transform can also be applied to spherical harmonic models of the Earth's gravitational field like the most up-to-date EIGEN-1S, EIGEN-2, EIGEN-GRACE01S, UCPH2002_0.5, and the well-known EGM96. Thereby, wavelet coefficients arise and these shall be made available to other interested groups. These wavelet coefficients allow the reconstruction of the wavelet approximations. Different types of wavelets are considered: bandlimited wavelets (here: Shannon and Cubic Polynomial (CP)) as well as non-bandlimited ones (in our case: Abel-Poisson). For these types wavelet coefficients are computed and wavelet variances are given. The data format of the wavelet coefficients is also included.
The thesis is concerned with the modelling of ionospheric current systems and induced magnetic fields in a multiscale framework. Scaling functions and wavelets are used to realize a multiscale analysis of the function spaces under consideration and to establish a multiscale regularization procedure for the inversion of the considered operator equation. First of all a general multiscale concept for vectorial operator equations between two separable Hilbert spaces is developed in terms of vector kernel functions. The equivalence to the canonical tensorial ansatz is proven and the theory is transferred to the case of multiscale regularization of vectorial inverse problems. As a first application, a special multiresolution analysis of the space of square-integrable vector fields on the sphere, e.g. the Earth's magnetic field measured on a spherical satellite's orbit, is presented. By this, a multiscale separation of spherical vector-valued functions with respect to their sources can be established. The vector field is split up into a part induced by sources inside the sphere, a part which is due to sources outside the sphere and a part which is generated by sources on the sphere, i.e. currents crossing the sphere. The multiscale technqiue is tested on a magnetic field data set of the satellite CHAMP and it is shown that crustal field determination can be improved by previously applying our method. In order to reconstruct ionspheric current systems from magnetic field data, an inversion of the Biot-Savart's law in terms of multiscale regularization is defined. The corresponding operator is formulated and the singular values are calculated. Based on the konwledge of the singular system a regularzation technique in terms of certain product kernels and correponding convolutions can be formed. The method is tested on different simulations and on real magnetic field data of the satellite CHAMP and the proposed satellite mission SWARM.


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"This time around, I'm the convoy commander," he explained. "I'm the motor transport chief, as well as the operations chief."
A convoy commander billet usually is held by a junior officer. The motor transport chief and operations chief billets usually are held by staff noncommissioned officers, usually staff sergeants or gunnery sergeants. Karavolos holds all these billets and the responsibility that comes with them.
"As a convoy commander, you're responsible for the entire convoy -- every person, every action the Marines do -- and getting the mission done," he said. "As a motor [transport] chief, all the operators and personnel have to be accounted for. As the operations chief, I have to be accountable for all the convoys, patrols and operations that are going on."
Karavolos keeps track of nearly 47 Marines and 150 pieces of gear, and he provides logistical support for the Georgian battalions and the bases they have nearby.
His efforts and dedication to mission accomplishment has impressed his leadership.
"For him to step up as a junior NCO says a lot," said Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Robert E. Dzvonick, supply officer for the Georgian liaison team. "He oversees everything, and he is in charge of the logistics train that keeps things going."
As his deployment draws closer to an end, Karavolos said, he will continue to serve honorably and provide his unit with the support they need.


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Biographical Dictionary of the History of Technology
Lance Day, Ian McNeil
Taylor & Francis, Sep 1, 2003 - History - 864 pages
This Biographical Dictionary seeks to put the world of technology in the context of those who have made the most important contribution to it.
For the first time information has been gathered on the people who have made the most significant advances in technology. From ancient times to the present day, the major inventors, discoverers and entrepreneurs from around the world are profiled, and their contribution to society explained and assessed.
The Dictionary presents descriptive and analytical biographies of its subjects in alphabetical order for ease of reference. Each entry provides detailed information on the individual's life, work and relevance to their particular field.
* in the first part of the entry, the information will include the dates and places of the subject's birth and death, together with their nationality and their field of activity
* in the main body of the entry there follows an account of their principal achievements and their significance in the history of technology, along with full details of appointments and honours
* finally an annotated bibliography will direct the reader to the subject's principal writings and publications and to the most important secondary works which the reader can consult for further information.
Special Features:
* The first work in existence to examine technologists in detail
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* Extensive cross-references enable the reader to compare subjects and build up a picture of technological advance^ * Figures drawn from fields such as Aeronautics, Telecommunications, Architecture, Photography and Textiles
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Beginning on May 18, 2009, all general aviation pilots conducting international flights departing from or arriving to the United States will be required to provide passenger manifest and aircraft information to the government. This information must be transmitted no later than 60 minutes prior to departure from the United States, or from a foreign location to the United States. NBAA has partnered with ARINC Direct to offer Members an electronic APIS Transmission Service. Learn More.
How to Comply with the Rule
- Create an electronic APIS account by visiting the NBAA/ARINC Direct APIS Transmission System. This system can be used by both Part 91 and Part 135 operators.
- Once ARINC Direct confirms the APIS account via email, complete the activation instructions contained in the email and login to the ARINC Direct/NBAA APIS website.
- View the ARINC Direct APIS Users Guide under the "How To" tab to become familiar with the system.
- For more information on APIS, purchase a copy of "Understanding APIS". This session presented at the NBAA Schedulers and Dispatchers conference includes video with synched slides.
Applicability of the Final Rule
- This rule applies to any private aircraft (regardless of weight), engaged in a personal or business flight to or from the United States which is not carrying passengers/cargo for commercial purposes.
- Only inbound and outbound international flights are subject to this rule. At this time, domestic operations are not effected.
- Flights between the continental United States and Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands are not subject to this rule.
Reporting Requirements
Operators are required to provide advance notice of arrival/departure, complete passenger and crew manifest data, and aircraft identification information no less than 60 minutes prior to departure from or to a foreign destination. This information must be filed using eAPIS or through a third party vendor with the capability to transmit APIS information. eAPIS has been modified to allow private aircraft operators to create user accounts and enter the required information.
While the information must be filed at least 60 minutes prior to departure, operators can file it as far in advance as they would like. For example, information on the departure from the United States and return back into the country can be filed at one time in advance of the flight.
If an individual on the No-Fly watch list is identified on the manifest, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will conduct a risk based analysis and make a determination whether to grant, restrict, or deny landing rights. If landing rights are restricted, the pilot will be provided with appropriate instructions and contact information.
Making Modifications to an APIS Transmission
If changes to the passenger manifest occur less than 60 minutes prior to departure, the pilot is only required to receive a new clearance from CBP prior to departing. In most cases, an automated analysis of passenger information will allow CBP to quickly respond to these changes. It should not be necessary for the pilot to wait an additional 60 minutes if manifest changes are made.
CBP will allow operators to make changes to certain data elements such as the expected time of arrival, notice of flight cancellation, or change in arrival location via telephone, radio, or by existing processes and procedures if access to the Internet is unavailable.
On a limited case-by-case basis, CBP may permit a pilot to submit or update notice of arrival and arrival/departure manifest information telephonically when unforeseen circumstances preclude submission of the information via eAPIS. However, processing this information may significantly delay clearance.
Additional Responsibilities for Pilots Under the Rule
The final rule also requires pilots to review passenger identification documents and verify that passengers on the aircraft appear to match these documents. CBP feels that the pilot is best situated to review passenger documents prior to departure. Provided that the pilot correctly transmits manifest information and follows DHS instructions regarding boarding/non-boarding of the aircraft he/she should not have specific liability. DHS is responsible for any enforcement that flows from provision of the APIS data.
CBP Form 178
Because the information on CBP Form 178 (Private Aircraft Enforcement System Arrival Report) is now included in the APIS transmission, operators will no longer be required to submit this form once the final rule goes into effect.
For additional information contact the NBAA Operations Service Group at (202) 783-9250 or firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Finally, the Top 16 contestants of "Top Chef" have been chosen. Did the anxiety rise high for anyone else watching these first two episodes? Sheesh, that was crazy. But now, the hit Bravo show can continue as we know it, or at least we can hope so! We're thrilled that our Drunken Udder buddy, Dakota Weiss, made it through the preliminary cook-off round and can't wait to see what she has up her sleeve this season (hint, hint, fellow Season 9 contestants--Dakota's your gal when it comes to those dreaded dessert course challenges)!
This season, they will battle it out across the great state of Texas, and as far as food goes, Texas is a great place to be. We've scouted the foodie scene there for years (with some of our favorites at Lucia, Tillman's Roadhouse and Abacus) and would agree that everything's bigger, and possibly even better, in Texas.
So, what's it like to be a Top Chef in the Lonestar State? Well, funny you ask, because we're not the only ones touting the foodie scene in Texas. Three former cheftestants have brought their "all-star" cooking sense to the state over the past few years, with a very recent opening from a "fan favorite" just last month! Check out these restaurants because there's no doubt that the menus are top notch.
Marquee Grill & Bar (Season 3 / All-Stars / Tre Wilcox, Executive Chef)
Located in the historic Highland Park, Chef Tre brings his inventive chef skills to this progressive New American menu. The cocktail program is also said to be good enough to keep you there from lunch through dinner. D Magazine raves about Tre's legendary Duck Three Ways (a special that rotates on and off the menu) and the quail appetizer stuffed with wild boar sausage.
Brownstone (Season 4 / All-Stars/ Casey Thompson, Chef Consultant)
Featured on "Travel & Leisure's 2010 Best Top Chef Restaurants" list, this spot's premiere farm fresh menu was heavily influenced by Chef Casey's Southern roots with a feel of the West Coast. And if the food doesn't bring it home for you, the decor definitely will. The space is modeled to look as though you're in a friend's home with its lounge setting and modern decor. Recently, Casey has stepped down from her duties at this Fort Worth favorite to pursue the opening of her new restaurant, La Condessa, in the Napa Valley region. We're eagerly waiting for what Brownstone has in store for us next!
Private Social (Season 7 / All-Stars / Tiffany Derry, Executive Chef)
This new restaurant is located in uptown Dallas where casual meets upscale. With two menus, one named "Private", which features full dinner service items and the second named "Social," which includes small shared plates--no matter what you choose, you'll experience the soulfully and internationally influenced menu from Chef Tiffany. And, we hear the White Surgeon Chowder and Top Chef Pork Buns are unbelievable.


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First-Ever Springsteen 'Memories Roadshow' Heads to Philadelphia
The City of Brotherly Love is like an adopted (and geographically nearby) home for Bruce Springsteen. Jersey's favorite son has a long and storied history with (the streets of) Philadelphia and now, the Springsteen Memories Roadshow is making its first pit stop in Philly on April 21.
Curated by Springsteen mag/site Backstreets and author Lawrence Kirsch, fans are invited to visit the National Constitution Center's exhibit of all things Springsteen during the day and then continue to celebrate and party the night away at McFadden's at Citizen's Bank Park, home to the Phillies.
Admission is free, although special incentives are offered for advance registrants. If you register early, you will receive a discount of $3 per ticket to the National Constitution Center exhibit and a 20 percent dinner discount at McFadden's.
Donations are encouraged on site for two Springsteen-supported charities: Philabundance, a hunger relief group, and the Kristen Ann Carr Fund, which researches sarcoma cancers. Additionally, fans are asked to bring any and all Springsteen mementos, including photos, t-shirts, posters, ticket stubs and most importantly, memories.
Local photographer Art Reilly, who has long shot Springsteen, will be on hand. Kirsch, who authored 'For You: Original Stories and Photographs by Bruce Springsteen's Legendary Fans,' will also be available to sell and sign his limited edition book 'The Light in Darkness,' which serves as an unofficial companion volume to 'The Promise: The Darkness on the Edge of Town Story.'


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The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association's (RVIA) California RV Show has awarded Alex and Sherry Pirvovaroff of Lancaster, Calif., a 19-foot Lance trailer — the grand prize in the show's sweepstakes at the October show in Pomona.
According to a press release, rhe trailer, valued at approximately $17,000, was delivered by Richard Wade, president of Richard's Boat & RV Center of Lancaster, PA.
Pirvovaroff and his wife of 44 years have been RVers for more than four decades. They visited the California RV Show because they were in the market for a new unit, and were thrilled to win the Lance trailer.
"I've been telling my friends, always put your name in the drawing," said Pirvovaroff. "You never know what you might win. We're very appreciative to Lance and the California RV Show for their generosity."
Pirvovaroff said he and his wife are planning a trip to Oklahoma in the spring to visit their daughter.
The 2013 California RV Show will be held at the Fairplex in Pomona from October 11-20.


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A case can be made that Daniel Craig has become the screen's most vulnerable James Bond, both physically and emotionally, while at least tying with Sean Connery as the most ruthless and vicious. Both sides of Craig's 007 get a full workout in "Skyfall," which celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Bond franchise by mixing new twists with just enough shout-outs to please the nostalgic among us.
Even if the Bond series has lasted this long through an adherence to a fairly strict formula — nefarious villain, cool gadgets, Bond sleeps with several women, one of whom always dies — "Skyfall" dares to play around with the structure a bit, paying more attention to character than usual and providing a villain who is both over-the-top and psychologically damaged in a recognizably human way.
That villain would be Silva (Javier Bardem), who's been nursing a decades-long grudge against M (Judi Dench) for reasons that aren't immediately apparent. His scheme against her begins with having a minion steal a disc with information about MI6 and its agents, a theft that puts him in the line of fire of Bond and fellow field operative Eve (Naomie Harris).
Bond and Silva's henchman fight atop a moving train in Turkey (as one does), and M orders Eve to take a shot at them that apparently hits Bond and sends him hurtling off a high bridge into a river. He's happy to be thought dead, until a terrorist attack organized by Silva destroys MI6, forcing the bureau to relocate underground in one of Churchill's old bunkers.
While M faces tough questions from PM Gareth Mallory (Ralph Fiennes) and an inquiry committee, Bond and Eve go after Silva. Casino fights, sex in a shower and highly explosive showdowns ensue.
If, on paper, this sounds like business as usual for 007, "Skyfall" feels like anything but, from the intelligent and jaunty script by John Logan ("Hugo," "Rango") and Bond vets Neal Purvis and Robert Wade to the sure hand of director Sam Mendes, working as far outside of his previous wheelhouse as one might imagine.
When it comes to mixing pyrotechnics and character development, Mendes appears to be on much surer footing here than with "Jarhead." (And, thankfully, miles away from the histrionics of "Revolutionary Road" and "American Beauty.") Having the great Roger Deakins onboard as cinematographer certainly helps, capturing everything from the high-tech sheen of intelligence headquarters to the autumnal shadows of a moldering country estate.
Three movies in, Craig is James Bond whether you're on board or not, and he's managed to make the character less of an action figure and more a real person; if you prick him, he does indeed bleed, and there's a feeling that Craig's Bond can demonstrate actual empathy without compromising 007's ruthlessness. But this is the rare film in which it feels like he's got a supporting ensemble rather than just bit players along for the ride.
This is probably the most M we've ever gotten in a Bond flick, and Dench turns it into a showcase, while the rest of the cast — from Harris and Fiennes to Ben Whishaw as the new Q (gadgets are a young man's game, after all) — gives their relatively brief appearances memorable heft as well. With the film placing Bond into a realistically modern world of politics and terrorism, this crew helps place Her Majesty's Secret Service into a context that makes Bond seem as relevant to life post-9/11 as he once was to the Cold War.
And then there's Bardem; not the first Oscar-winner to play a Bond villain (that would be Christopher Walken in "A View to a Kill"), but he definitely takes the whole bad-guy thing to a new level. He's not out to rule the world or corner the gold market; he just wants revenge on M, and his mania is palpable throughout.
There's also been no one, of the many psychopaths who have tied James Bond to a chair, who has lifted the gay/S&M subtext of these movies up into the text. Rather than feel gimmicky or extraneous, however, the crazy vibe that emerges between the two plays out like the culmination of a long-simmering undercurrent for the whole series.
Lest old school Bond-philes feel left out, however, Mendes wisely throws in a music cue here, a car there, that offer a twinge of recognition for the legions of fans worldwide who have kept the series afloat all these years. Those inside jokes remind us where the character has been, and the rest of the film — among the franchise's best ever — offers hope that there are enough new and under explored facets of James Bond to make him viable for another 50 years on the big screen.


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2007 Energy Bill a Mixed Bag
A version of this article appears in the March/April 2008 issue of Home Energy Magazine.
March 09, 2008
It would be easy to think that the 2007 Energy Bill, signed by President Bush at the end of last year, was all about automotive fuel economy. The legislation that requires fleet wide average fuel economy for cars and light trucks to reach 35 miles per gallon by 2020 has generated a lot of buzz. On the negative side, the lack of strong support for renewable fuels such as wind and solar has generated some buzz as well. But there is a lot in the bill that is positive for residential buildings—not enough to tackle problems like our addiction to fossil fuel and the specter of climate change, but certainly a step in the right direction.
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Owning an IRA is a great step, but getting the most out of these retirement saving solutions requires building your knowledge of just how to use them.
"There's no question that saving through an IRA is a strategic move, but it's not quite as simple as 'set it and forget it,'" says J.J. Montanaro, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM practitioner with USAA. "Staying aware of what to do and what not to do can really pay off too." Montanaro shared eight of the most common mistakes IRA investors make, preventing them from taking better advantage of this retirement-saving tool.
1. Thinking you've missed the contribution deadline.
You have until your tax filing deadline -- usually April 15 -- to make an IRA contribution for the previous year. You can even claim a traditional IRA deduction and file your return before you actually make the contribution -- just be sure to follow through.
2. Not contributing enough.
Contributions to a traditional IRA are tax deductible, within limits, so you can help secure your future and cut your tax bill at the same time. If you're younger than 50 years old, you can contribute up to $5,000 in 2012 and $5,500 in 2013. Maxing it out makes for maximum potential tax savings.
3. Not playing catch-up.
Age does have its rewards. If you're 50 or older, you may be eligible to contribute an extra $1,000 (for a total of $6,000 in 2012 and $6,500 in 2013) to an IRA. This catch-up contribution offers a chance to kick your savings into overdrive.
4. Assuming you can't contribute.
If you're a stay-at-home spouse, you can still open an IRA as long as contributions from both spouses don't exceed your combined taxable compensation. A spousal IRA is especially handy when the working spouse is already covered by an employer retirement plan and can't deduct IRA contributions. What you can deduct will depend on your modified adjusted gross income, but every bit counts.
5. Rolling the wrong way.
If you've recently switched jobs or left a job, you can roll the funds from your old employer's retirement plan into an IRA. Just be sure the transfer is made directly from one custodian to the next -- a direct rollover. If the payout goes to you first, it will be subject to a mandatory 20% withholding tax. Then, you'll have only 60 days to move the funds you received, plus the 20% that was withheld, to a new account. If you miss the deadline, you'll have to pay income taxes on the distribution, plus an early withdrawal penalty if you're not at least age 59½. USAA advisers can help you through the rollover process.
6. Not considering a Roth.
You might be able to save more on taxes in the long run by contributing to a Roth IRA instead of a traditional IRA, depending upon your tax situation. Roth IRA contributions aren't tax deductible, but the Roth can provide tax-free withdrawals come retirement time, and the IRS does not require the owner to take annual required minimum distributions. There's another way to put money in a Roth: Thanks to an IRS rule change, anyone, regardless of income levels, can convert money from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. Since conversions are subject to ordinary income taxes, you should consult a tax advisor regarding your particular situation.
7. Withdrawing too early.
Your IRA is designed to remain untouched until you reach age 59½. If you make a withdrawal from your traditional IRA before then, you'll have to pay taxes on the income and investment earnings and fork over a 10% penalty, with some qualified exceptions. While a Roth IRA allows you to withdraw your contributions, not including earnings, at any time without taxes or penalties (though with conversions, you may need to wait five years), you'll thank yourself later for not raiding the piggy bank.
8. Procrastinating.
More than any technicality, it's plain old procrastination that hurts investors the most. Whether it's uncertainty in the markets, cash-flow concerns or the rising cost of college, there will always be excuses to put off this year's IRA contribution. But time-honored investing principles show that consistent contributions -- through good times and bad -- provide the clearest path to long-term investing success. So make the commitment and take action to help secure your financial future now.


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We're a family-owned business with roots in the same community we work in. Founded by Stan Lund and now led by Lisa Lund, Lund Mortgage Team is true to its name – a team of people committed to giving each customer the best home loan experience possible. Our commitment to leading edge technology and excellent service means the Lund Team leads the way in the mortgage field.
By Scott Sheldon - Conventional loans are crème de la crème of the mortgage market. This loan type offers the best possible terms and fees as well as relatively sustainable long-term affordability. However,
NEW YORK (MainStreet) — Buying your first home comes with equal doses of trepidation and elation with the knowledge that you are sinking your hard-earned money into a single dwelling, possibly for the next 30 years.
Yet the yearning for your very own abode could defeat any remaining feelings of apprehension. Here are some tips to prepare you for one of the largest
Mortgage rates have fallen again to begin 2015, making refinance a smart option for more homeowners. Industry analysts agree. "From a timing standpoint, now's the time to jump on it," says BankRate.com.
Long-term indicators suggest that rates may begin a slow climb soon, eliminating the refinance option for many homeowners. Historically low rates are still attractive and new programs


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Czech Tomas Berdych faced deafening boos and squeals (which are apparently some kind of Australian version of hissing) after refusing to shake the hand of Spain's Nicolas Almagro following Berdych's four-set win today in Melbourne.
You can see why Berdych was butthurt in the video above, but it's for a completely bullshit reason. Almagro's shot was legit from that spot on the court, and anyone who's played competitive tennis has been hit like that two dozen times. Refusing the post-match handshake for a shot like that is the antithesis to prescribed Australian sports ethics, and it's no surprise the spectators showed their disapproval in a big way. The real question is why Aussie TV even attempted the post-match interview to begin with. [ESPN2]


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T-Mobile HTC Sensation 4G Android 4.0 Update Now Available Amaze 4G Update Scheduled for May 21
Android 4.0 for the T-Mobile HTC Sensation 4G is finally here. To initiate the download, press Menu > Settings > About Phone > HTC Software Updates > Check and follow the instructions to download and install the new build. The HTC Sensation 4G's Android 4.0 update can downloaded over T-Mobile's 3G/HSPA+ network, but we suggest connecting your phone over Wi-Fi to download the update a little faster. Source : AndroidandMe
The Android 4.0 update for the T-Mobile HTC Amaze 4G is expected to become available for download beginning May 21. This new bit of information comes directly from T-Mobile's PR agency this morning and will most likely be reflected on the Amaze 4G support page later today.
As with the other Android 4.0 updates that HTC has been rolling out, users should expect quite a few new features in Ice Cream Sandwich with improvements to multi-tasking, face unlock, new browser capabilities, and access to Android 4.0 applications like Google's Chrome browser.
New Android 4.0 features
- Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
- Sense 3.6
- System bar enhancements to easily view recent apps.
- Re-sizeable widgets
- Lock screen actions including pull down notifications and adjust volume while device is locked
- Data usage controls
- Face Unlock
- Home screen folders
- Improved battery life
The Android 4.0 update for the HTC Sensation is a lot later, but we're sure T-Mobile's HTC Sensation 4G owners are ecstatic to receive the Ice Cream Sandwich update with the new HTC Sense 3.6 UI improvements.
So what are you waiting for? Download the Android 4.0 update for the Sensation 4G and be sure to let us know how the process goes and what you think of all the new features. We're curious to know if the T-Mobile HTC Sensation 4G will receive the same performance improvements we've seen on other HTC devices which have been updated to Android 4.0.


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Navigate your way through these perplexing mazes. Many of these are massive and filled with traps. This list also includes maps that contain a short maze segment or a maze with an admin room at the end, such as Crazy Maze.
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These gallery-quality reproductions are made by the most technologically advanced ink-jet printers available today, which are able to generate over 16.7 million different colors. The smooth, 280 gsm matte archival paper produces superior color saturation for artwork reproductions. Made to order items are not returnable.


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Airbus A350 Takes First Flight
Airbus conducted a maiden test flight of its new A350 jet on Friday. The plane is expected to compete with Boeing's 777 and Dreamliner models and has already received over 600 orders so far, Daniel Michaels reports.
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I saw your Outdated template - that should be useful, assuming we can get ppl to use it :-D I would like also to have a template to be added when a page has been reviewed as up-to-date enough to add to the Translation system - not sure at the moment as to what we should call it or how to describe it. We could talk about it on IRC.
Then we should get blogging (I know, not the most enjoyable part) - but if you, I, neverendingo and pipesmoker each wrote a short blog promoting their use we could get to grips with this side of things fairly quickly. Organisation of the site is a different question - more about that later.
Sorry about the late reply, I should have checked the message before.
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More than 1,000 attend benefit for teen fighting cancer
More than a thousand people gathered over the weekend to show support and raise money for an Omaha teenager battling cancer.
Casey Charf, 18, learned she had cancer after a serious car accident in February. Tests after the crash revealed a huge tumor, which doctors later diagnosed as malignant pheochromocytoma, an extremely rare form of cancer.
Casey first talked to KETV in March, and within days, people all over the world contacted her to show their support. Donations via an online fundraising page have now topped $45,500, money that the Charf family says will help them travel to find the best course of treatment for Casey, as well as to cover her medical bills.
Saturday, more than a thousand people attended a benefit at the Millard Plaza Ballroom.
"I've met so many new people today and they're all just wonderful," said Casey. "They just care so much about me and my success. It just means a lot."
Casey also updated KETV Newswatch 7's Brandi Petersen on her progress, including her visit to one of the country's top experts on her type of cancer, a physician with the National Institutes of Health.
"Bethesda was good, the doctors were very helpful," wrote Casey in a message to KETV. "My treatment is going good, much better than expected."
Casey started chemotherapy and radiation treatments in Omaha last Monday. She says her 12-day radiation plan will be complete April 23rd.
To keep track of Casey's progress, visit her online fundraising site.


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(a) The board may upon its own motion based on credible information, and shall upon the written complaint of any person, cause an investigation to be made to determine whether grounds exist for disciplinary action under this article or the legislative rules of the board.
(b) Upon initiation or receipt of the complaint, the board shall provide a copy of the complaint to the certificate holder or permittee.
(c) After reviewing any information obtained through an investigation, the board shall determine if probable cause exists that the certificate holder or permittee has violated subsection (g) of this section or rules promulgated pursuant to this article.
(d) Upon a finding that probable cause exists that the certificate holder or permittee has violated subsection (g) of this section or rules promulgated pursuant to this article, the board may enter into a consent decree or hold a hearing for the suspension or revocation of the certification or permit or the imposition of sanctions against the certificate holder or permittee. Any hearing shall be held in accordance with the provisions of this article.
(e) Any member of the board or the executive director of the board may issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum to obtain testimony and documents to aid in the investigation of allegations against any person regulated by the article.
(f) Any member of the board or its executive director may sign a consent decree or other legal document on behalf of the board.
(g) The board may, after notice and opportunity for hearing, deny or refuse to renew, suspend or revoke the certification or permit of, impose probationary conditions upon or take disciplinary action against, any certificate holder or permittee for any of the following reasons once a violation has been proven by a preponderance of the evidence:
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(6) Engaging in any act which has endangered or is likely to endanger the health, welfare or safety of the public.
(h) For the purposes of subsection (g) of this section, disciplinary action may include:
(1) Reprimand;
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(3) Administrative fine, not to exceed $1,000 per day per violation;
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(5) Practicing under supervision or other restriction;
(6) Requiring the certificate holder or permitee to report to the board for periodic interviews for a specified period of time; or
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Published: 7th February 2012
Number Of Pages: 256
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An ambitious rendering of the digital future from a pioneer of media and cultural studies, a wise and witty take on a changing field, and our orientation to it

Investigates the uses of multimedia by creative and productive citizen-consumers to provide new theories of communication that accommodate social media, participatory action, and user-creativity

Leads the way for new interdisciplinary engagement with systems thinking, complexity and evolutionary sciences, and the convergence of cultural and economic values

Analyzes the historical uses of multimedia from print, through broadcasting to the internet

Combines conceptual innovation with historical erudition to present a high-level synthesis of ideas and detailed analysis of emergent forms and practices

Features an international focus and global reach to provide a basis for students and researchers seeking broader perspectives

"Hartley remains one of the most fearless and original thinkers in contemporary cultural studies."
- Henry Jenkins, University of Southern California
?As so often in the past, John Hartley provides a shrewd and honest guide to the cultural and societal implications of the technological and social turbulence we are facing.?
- Larry Gross, University of Southern California
?If, as the proverb suggests, we fish only contemplate water when removed from it, then in this important book Hartley proves himself to be a flying fish ? a wonderful analyst of his cultural environment in its entirety, yet always still aware of the coral and culture that lies beneath. The book overflows with smart observations about the state of the media and of media and cultural studies as an academic field, and should be read by all who swim in these waters.?
- Jonathan Gray, University of Wisconsin
?Reading John Hartley's 'Understanding News' (1982) as a student inspired me to do research. 'Digital Futures' rekindles that original excitement."
- Mark Deuze, Indiana University
"Hartley roars across disciplines to connect the digital dots between cultural studies, creative industries, journalism, television and much else. This is truly ambitious scholarship which deserves the widest audience."
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3. Journalism and Popular Culture 59
4. The Distribution of Public Thought 94
5. Television Goes Online 117
6. Silly Citizenship 133
7. The Probability Archive 155
8. Messaging as Identity 176
9. Paradigm Shifters: Tricksters and Cultural Science 199
References 215
Acknowledgments 236
Index 238
Audience: Professional
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 256
Published: 7th February 2012
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: US
Dimensions (cm): 23.62 x 16.0 x 1.88
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Life is boring without a pinch of hot spices. But if it's too hot to swallow, reach out for some cool alternatives.
So many ways to cool down and freshen up from too much stress. If you have enough savings, you can just go for a shopping, dine in or tour outside your borders. But if your budget is limited you can just go out for a walk and breathe. Outside air can help you clear your mind and you'll come to think for the next move or solution to your problem in an instant. Well, not always, but it's always good to take a break so that you could have a different perspective of your life and problems.
It is not necessary to go outside to release stress. Sometimes interesting ideas are just hiding inside the corner of our house. They may bump you or slap your face but still you just neglected their importance.
Keeping myself busy besides stressful days inspire me to focus on patching up any problems. Some few things that is tolerable to do while feeling so stressed up are normally quite simple. Baked breads or cakes, make some crafts from recycled goods, play my hair with a curling iron, or just discover new recipes, are just a few. Sometimes I read books, listen to good music or watch a movie with some delicious desserts and smoothies. Or if you are into games, nothing like doing a couple of rounds of street fighter or super smash brawl to get rid of all your pent up anger and frustration.
Finally, I opt for some relaxation and meditation on situations where I need to think of some solutions to my unmanageable stress. I condition my body first by taking some foods or drinks with vitamin C. Breathe deeply and just clear my mind to allow space for new ideas. Light up aromatherapy candles and relax. If massage is within your budget, nothing beat a nice spa and massage day. It's always put a smile of my face.
Always have a healthy balance diet and good exercise habit is the best way to prevent stress. A good juice detox will also give you tons of energy to go through anything. Always be yourself, wear a smile no matter what deals you encounter and always think of something positive. Nothing life throws at you that you can't handle!


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Watford manager Javi Gracia will not devise a special plan to stop Wilfried Zaha as he denied Crystal Palace are a one-man team.
The Hornets travel to Selhurst Park on Saturday aiming to build on an encouraging festive period where they lost only one match, a 2-1 Boxing Day defeat at home to Chelsea.
Zaha may have starred for Palace in recent times – indeed, Eden Hazard was the only player to have completed more dribbles and won more fouls in the Premier League than the Ivorian last season – but Gracia said: "We have a collective vision, and we never think about an individual plan.
"We know that Zaha is an important player for them because he has a lot of qualities, and a lot of skill, but they have very good players, more than only one.
"Zaha dribbles a lot and we know we have to be ready to control him, but Andros Townsend, Andre Ayew, and other players they have are dangerous, too. They have a strong squad."
As Gracia approaches a year in charge at Vicarage Road, the Spaniard has provided some much-needed stability , and was rewarded by the club's owners with a long-term contract before Christmas.
Watford are eighth, on course for their best-ever finish in the Premier League, and could be forgiven for having one eye on qualifying for Europe.
"I am happy, but I always want more," added Gracia. "I always want to improve.
"When we start the season, I want to be the champion, I want to be the first one. I have that vision, and that ambition. After that, we will be the best team in the competition. It's my expectation and I want to work with that mentality.
"Every game we play is a good challenge for us and is a chance for us to show what we are able to do.
"This point of view is better because at the end of the road we can see our achievement. I prefer to enjoy every day and be ambitious in every training session. We can improve in every little detail."
Gracia will take a late decision on whether to include Christian Kabasele and Andre Gray for the trip to Palace after the duo returned to training from their respective injury lay-offs on Thursday.
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TSX closes higher after Canadian data, U.S. Fed comment
The Toronto Stock Exchange.
TORONTO -- The Toronto stock market ended higher on Monday as new data about the Canadian economy and comments from the U.S. Federal Reserve gave investors reason to cheer.
The S&P/TSX composite index gained 74.59 points to close at 14,335.31.
The Canadian dollar was at 90.46 cents US, rising 0.04 of a cent, after Statistics Canada reported the economy grew more than expected in January. Gross domestic product rose by 0.5 per cent, ahead of the forecast of 0.3 per cent growth.
Economists had expected the economy to rebound after declining 0.5 per cent in December, when bad weather affected much of the country.
Gareth Watson, vice-president of investment management and research at Richardson GMP Ltd., said he wouldn't use the GDP figures as a barometer for good things to come.
"Canada still probably faces more challenges and more headwinds compared to the United States and some other economies," he said.
"The data that's coming out on Canada is not making people overly bearish, but there is a bit of concern, and I think a great indicator of that is the loonie.
The loonie has tumbled four per cent so far this year.
In the United States, investors anxious that the Fed might raise short-term rates starting in mid-2015 were given a clearer road map for the coming months.
Federal Reserve chairwoman Janet Yellen said she thinks the struggling U.S. job market will continue to need the help of low interest rates "for some time." Yellen previously suggested that the Fed could start raising short-term rates six months after it halts its bond purchases, which most economists expect by year's end.
On Wall Street, the Dow Jones industrials added 134.60 points to 16,457.66, the Nasdaq lifted 43.23 points to 4,198.99 and the S&P 500 index rose 14.72 points to 1,872.34.
In commodities, the May crude oil contract fell nine cents to settle at $101.58, with the TSX energy sector 0.7 per cent higher.
Gold stocks were the biggest decliner as June bullion fell $10.50 to end the day at US$1,283.80 an ounce. May copper slipped 1.5 cents to US$3.03 a pound.
Nordion Inc. (TSX:NDN) was one of the most heavily traded company on the TSX following a friendly US$727-million takeover offer for the health sciences company on Friday. The stock was up 10.6 per cent or $1.22 at C$12.74 with 5.8 million shares exchanged.
In corporate developments, Encana Corp. (TSX:ECA) has agreed to sell certain natural gas properties in Wyoming for about US$1.8 billion to an affiliate of TPG Capital. Encana shares lost nine cents to $23.61.
Telus shares (TSX:T) dropped 72 cents to $39.63 after the company announced Darren Entwistle would be stepping aside as president and CEO of one of Canada's largest telecommunications companies. He'll be replaced by Telus veteran executive Joe Natale effective May 8, when the company has its shareholders meeting.
In the technology sector, BlackBerry (TSX:BB) shares pulled back nearly four per cent following its fourth-quarter and year-end results on Friday which showed there's still much work ahead in CEO John Chen's effort to rescue the operations. Its stock closed down 36 cents to $8.95.
Canadian autoparts manufacturer Martinrea International Inc. (TSX:MRE) is looking for a new president and chief executive officer to replace Nick Orlando, who will remain in the position for now. The announcement came as Martinrea reported financial results for the year and fourth quarter ended Dec. 31 and said a special committee of its board has concluded its review of earlier public disclosures and determined there's no need to change earlier statements. Shares of Martinrea were up $1.20 or 13.7 per cent to $9.97.
In the United States, Johnson & Johnson shares rose one per cent after the company accepted an offer of about $4 billion from the private equity firm Carlyle Group to buy its Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics business.


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PARIS, July 24 (UPI) -- The French Navy is testing lightweight autonomous underwater vehicles for mine-hunting operations. The vehicles are Alister 100s, produced by ECA Robotics of France. The AUVs are 6.5 feet long and weigh just 154 pounds.
The French Navy said Alister 100 AUVs will be the Navy's first underwater drones for combating mines and will be used for advanced operations in shallow waters, channel assault operations, for port clearance, and for secondary missions such as seabed survey and reconnaissance.
The drones are equipped with Klein-type sonar, which operates on different frequencies and can either favor either sensing range or image definition, depending on need. The system can be operated by dockside personnel or from a small inflatable boat.
A contract for six systems was awarded to ECA Robotics in 2010 by the military's Directorate General of Armaments. The contract calls for six AUVs to be delivered to the Navy's Mine Disposal Diver Group.
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Swimming Pool Blog
by Rob Cox September 03, 2013
End of Summer Swim Camp
I've had a really great swim summer this year. By my count, and some miracle, I have managed to swim laps over 35 times this summer. Roughly 3x per week I swim 1000 yards, and that has added up to a couple of miles!
I'm quite proud of myself, as you can tell - but, 1000 yards is not such a grueling workout, as any real swimmer will tell you. Yeah - it only takes 30 minutes or so, but for my purposes, it's the most perfect exercise in the world.
Summer is almost over! Here's some ideas of easy and medium workouts that you can do in your own pool, or at your local swim club.Take advantage of these final weeks of summer, and get your swim on!
Easy Swim Workouts
Here's a few simple workouts that can be done in just 20 or 30 minutes. 25 yards is equal to 75 feet, adjust the number of laps if you are swimming in a smaller pool.
Mix it up a bit by adding in additional sub sets, like using a kickboard for awhile. Do whatever swimming strokes you feel comfortable with.
Medium Swim Workouts
You wanna push it a bit more? After half a dozen swim workouts, you'll begin to feel stronger and faster. Push yourself hard each time and you'll keep your exertion ahead of your improving abilities.
Longer continuous swimming will improve your endurance and give you the aerobic exercise that swimming is so famous for. In these medium effort swim routines, we are swimming longer distances, to give the heart, lungs and muscles are real workout!
Hard Swim Workouts
Maybe you're a Triathlete, Masters Swimmer, or just like the grueling workout of an hour in the pool. No better way to clear the mind, and if you are able to spend an hour doing other sports, you'll be able to do the same in the pool.
At this level of swim training, you are interested in always going just a tiny bit harder, to keep each workout productive. Timing your sets and your rest periods, is done to keep challenging yourself to swim personal best times.
Use a cheap digital watch with a stop watch function, and keep track of your best times.
Give it a shot, even if it's just for the few weeks left of summer, create your own personalized workout routine, and enjoy the benefits of swimming!
- Rob


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Paul began practising Pilates in 1999 after sustaining a work related injury. He had spent 15 years as an engineer and keen water skier. Paul is a keen triathlete and in 2012 competed in his first ironman event.
Paul has worked with many triathletes and runners helping them to achieve their goals and also enjoys working in injury rehabilitation.
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