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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 8, 2013) – All the news about U.S. men's volleyball players in the U.S. and around the world.
Setter Kawika Shoji (Honolulu, Hawaii) and his German league team the Berlin Recycling Volleys defeated CV Mitteldeutschland, which includes his brother, libero Erik Shoji (Honolulu, Hawaii), and their former Stanford teammate Brad Lawson (Honolulu, Hawaii), 25-20, 25-16, 25-21 on Jan. 6. It was the second time the two teams have played this season. Berlin also won the first contest in November. On Jan. 6, Kawika Shoji scored three points on one block and two aces. He also set Berlin to a 50.7 kill percent and a .394 hitting efficiency. Lawson scored six points on five attacks and one ace for Mitteldeutschland and Erik Shoji was credited with 11 receptions, 45 percent positive. To view highlights of the match, click here. U.S. outside hitter Scott Touzinsky (St. Louis, Mo.), a 2008 Olympian, who also plays for Berlin, had knee surgery on Jan. 2 and is scheduled to be out of action for about six weeks. To read the story (in German), click here.
Relive the U.S. Men's National Volleyball Team's 2012 season with the 2012 Yearbook. There are lots of full-color illustrations, results, statistics and biographies. To view the book, click here.
UPDATED INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER LIST: USA Volleyball has released its updated international transfer list allowing United States citizens to compete in foreign professional leagues for the 2012-2013 club season. As of Jan. 7, USA Volleyball has processed 168 female and 94 male international transfer certificates with some additional transfers pending. A total of 262 total transfer certificates have been processed. For a full listing of the transfers, click here.
In Italy's Serie A league, U.S. middle blocker Max Holt (Cincinnati, Ohio) and Copra Elior Piacenza defeated Altotevere San Giustino, including U.S. setter Riley McKibbin (Honolulu, Hawaii), 25-16, 21-25, 25-12, 25-18 on Jan. 6. Holt scored 12 points on five attacks (71.4 kill percent, .571 hitting efficiency), a match-high six blocks and one ace. McKibbin started only the first set for San Giustino and did not score.
U.S. opposite Murphy Troy (St. Louis, Mo.) and Andreoli Latina defeated Marmi Lanza Verona, 22-25, 25-16, 25-18, 25-22 on Jan. 6. Troy played as a substitute but did not score.
In Italy's Serie A2 league, U.S. outside hitter Garrett Muagututia (Oceanside, Calif.) and Sieco Service Ortona fell to Tonazzo Padova, 25-21, 25-17, 25-17. Muagututia led his team with 12 points on 12 attacks. He was also credited with 17 receptions, 41 percent positive.
U.S. outside hitter Paul Lotman (Lakewood, Calif.), a 2012 Olympian, and Asseco Resovia Rzeszów, defeated Delecta Bydgoszcz, 25-23, 25-19, 25-23 on Jan. 4. Lotman scored 13 points on 13 kills (56.5 kill percent, .565 hitting efficiency) and was credited with 22 receptions, 41 percent positive.
U.S. middle blocker Russell Holmes (Fountain Valley, Calif.), a 2012 Olympian, and Jastrzębski Węgiel defeated PGE Skra Bełchatów, 25-22, 25-20, 28-26 on Jan. 4. Holmes scored two points on two attacks. To view photos from the match, click here.
U.S. outside hitter Matt Anderson (West Seneca, N.Y.) and his Russian Super League team Zenit Kazan do not play again until Jan. 9. However, Kazan has posted a YouTube video profile and interview with Anderson. To view it, click here.
U.S. libero Alfee Reft (Oxnard, Calif.) and his French league team Montpelier fell to Narbonne, 25-16, 25-23, 25-21 on Jan. 5. Reft was credited with 17 receptions, 42 percent positive. U.S. opposite Carson Clark (Santa Barbara, Calif.) is also on the roster for Montpellier, but did not play in the match.
U.S. middle blocker Andy Hein (Carol Stream, Ill.) and his French team Toulouse fell to Tourcoing, 23-25, 25-23, 25-19, 26-24 on Jan. 4. Hein scored four points on four attacks.
In France's B league, AS Orange Nassau, including U.S. libero Dustin Watten (Long Beach, Calif.) and outside hitters Damien Scott (Santa Ana, Calif.) and Eric Vance (Camarillo, Calif.) defeated Canteleu, 23-25, 25-18, 26-24, 25-13 on Jan 5 with only nine players on the roster. Scott scored 14 points on eight attacks, a match-high four blocks and two aces. He was also credited with 30 receptions, 73 percent positive. Vance scored 13 points on 10 attacks, one block and two aces. He was also credited with nine receptions, 63 percent positive. Watten was credited with 32 receptions, 59 percent positive.


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LONGMONT — Jackie Petersen continues to follow plans she set for herself when she graduated from the St. Vrain Valley School District's Universal High School last spring.
She attends Front Range Community College, earning an associate degree with a designation in psychology, she said. And she continues to teach piano and violin at Mojo's Music.
This semester, she is taking abnormal psychology, American government and philosophy.
"I wanted to take a semester of classes that I just completely love," said Petersen, 19. Those subjects have "everything to do with studying people in general," she added.
Attending Universal High School — the district's self-directed alternative program for students who are unusually smart or talented — prepared her well for college, she said, because it also requires you to be self-motivated.
"That's a huge part of Universal High," Petersen said. The key, she said, is to find something you care about in each assignment.
"Then studying doesn't feel like a chore," she said.
Petersen still plans to attend a four-year college and earn advanced degrees in psychology so she can become a therapist.
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The Aldrich Alert
A Publication of the Patrick Henry Center for Individual Liberty
by Gary Aldrich
August 9, 2001 - Volume 1 Issue 38
These days I'm asked all the time about the FBI. Variation on this topic is limited, however. It is only the leadership within the agency that they want to hear about, not the quality of the average agent. The average agents' education, intelligence, training and experience are just assumed now, and that may be a good thing. Positive perceptions about the 'rank and file' FBI agents helps get the job done, for the public's confidence in the FBI coincides with the level of citizen cooperation necessary to the success of any investigation. But it is the agency at-large that determine its' success and this can be achieved only by a positive dynamic between the line agent and management. Besides, history reveals that FBI management is composed mostly of agents who have moved up the administrative ladder.
The 'rank and file' agents are just as important as the upper-tiers of management, maybe more. It is the 'rank and file' agents who interface most with citizens for investigative purposes. Imagine how difficult it might be to get information if every citizen thought they needed to hire an attorney before they would even talk to an agent. Consider how long it might take to conduct an investigation if every citizen was forced to talk by way of a grand jury subpoena. Without question, the federal law enforcement system would collapse if not for the good attitudes and cooperation of the average citizen. The average citizen wants an effective FBI and they want to help - but they will not tolerate incompetence and abuse. So, with that in mind, we must applaud American citizens for their cooperation and confidence they've lent the agency.
However, now is the time that the Bureau take a long look at what problems really plague them. History is mankind's best teacher, so one might conclude that the FBI's problems center around four distinct elements: Discipline, Responsibility, Accountability, and Assessment.
Discipline within the FBI, especially at the leadership level, has softened. One instance after another has surfaced to illustrate this internal weakness, and the consequences cannot be understated. After Hoover died, there was an effort to "de-Hooverize" the Bureau, which included a new ethic that allowed for such things as coffee breaks, mustaches and colored shirts. Hoover disapproved all three and much, much more, but FBI leadership has gone too far in efforts to appear kinder and gentler.
For example, it now takes inordinate amounts of time to resolve even the smallest agent's mistakes or corruption. The "big" ones take longer. Hoover's discipline was swift and sure. Allowing agents under administrative suspicion to hang around for months or years while a sluggish management cannot make up its mind only corrodes the group. Hoover's philosophy and administrative tactics never slipped into this mode, and the Bureau reflected his discipline.
During my career, I met far too many managers who actually believed that FBI agent discipline was not their responsibility. In my view, the discipline of a single errant FBI agent is the responsibility of any and all FBI managers. FBI managers simply must not be allowed to dodge this vital responsibility. Like errant or incompetent agents, if management misperforms, they must be removed. Demotions are rare within the FBI hierarchy.
If management does not choose to properly discipline, the accountability factor that 'rank and file' agents must adhere to is nearly side swept. Confidence in upper authority is dramatically lost. That's only human nature. If management does not care enough to remove a bad apple, why should 'rank and file' care?
Instead of enjoying a high morale and positive espre de corps, 'rank and file' agents are left to grouse about those whom they're forced to work with - those who simply do not measure up. I cannot count the number of times I heard the same complaints about the lazy, the incompetent, the dishonest, and yes, even about the corrupt. And they did stand out and were not hard to spot. If we could see them, how was management so blind?
As difficult as it may be for the former and current agents to admit, the FBI tolerated and continues to tolerate too many corrupt or poor performing agents. I'm talking about small corruptions, like fudged working hours or goosed up expense vouchers. Everyone knows corruption, while small, inevitably leads to larger corruption.
Because the FBI management has tolerated flawed agents and too many "little corruptions" along the way, problems and problem employees begin to accumulate. Think of a sleek racing sloop. If too many barnacles are allowed to grow on the bottom, it doesn't matter how bright the color of the hull is, or how large the sail area is, the boat won't win any races! On a regular basis even the finest racing boat must be hauled and the bottom scraped. There needs to be an objective assessment made on a regular basis. If the Bureau's management does not assess and perform these basic maintenance tasks on the world's most prestigious law enforcement agency, the FBI will not maintain its high performance standards nor be able to keep its reputation.
And so, new FBI Director Robert Mueller has his work cut out for him. I've read about his great accomplishments and broadening experiences he's had in the past. His military background should serve him well in an agency that prides itself on following the chain of command. But nowhere in his background can I find the magic wand that gives me total confidence that he can make the major changes necessary to turn the FBI around.
I am very hopeful that he can perform this magic act, but for Mr. Mueller to succeed, he's going to have to virtually haul the agency out of troubled waters and give its bottom a good scraping. Can he do this without the officers conspiring to commit a mutiny?
Other good men have come to Washington and had their hand at trying to give federal agencies a good scrubbing and scraping, and they've been met with much bureaucratic molasses, designed to wear them out. Perhaps these previous warriors for excellence in the vast federal system should be sought for their counsel, so that they may offer advice about how to successfully attack complacency and arrogance in mid and high level management. The 'rank and file' or line FBI agents are ready and waiting to be led - they know how to do their jobs, and they can do them well.
It's only fair to say that the FBI deserves to be restored to the agency it once was, and the American public demands it.


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Madagascar is a megadiverse country with a high concentration of endemic species. Its ecosystems include many types of forests, savannah, steppes, rivers, lakes, wetlands, mangroves, drylands and reefs. Currently, these unique ecosystems are home to approximately 12,000 species of vascular plants (96% endemic), 586 species of ferns (45% endemic), 194 species of palms (97% endemic), 1000 species of orchids (85% endemic), 389 species of reptiles (90% endemic), 278 species of amphibians (100% endemic), 282 species of birds (37% endemic), 159 species of fish (66% endemic), 104 species and subspecies of lemurs (100% endemic), 60 species of non-flying small mammals (92% endemic), 43 species of bats (73% endemic) and 13 species of carnivore (77% endemic). With 5,600 km of coastline, coastal areas are composed of natural environments that are among the richest and most diversified in the Indian Ocean region, including coral reefs, mangroves, phanerogam seagrass beds, estuaries and coastal marshes. Studies and literature reviewed indicate the presence of 752 coral fish species in Madagascar. The diversity of Malagasy marine mammals is represented by 28 species, including 27 cetacean species, and only one species of the order Sirenia (Dugong dugon).
The general trend of biodiversity degradation, both for flora and fauna, is primarily caused by destructive human practices, such as the clearing of natural habitats (0.55% per year) and overexploitation of natural resources. Hunting is also a major threat to large species in Madagascar. More recently, the impact of climate change on biodiversity has become apparent, particularly in the marine and coastal environments. The main causes of deforestation are: expansion of agriculture (driven by population growth), charcoal production and other issues related to energy needs, forest and brush fires, mining, forestry, overexploitation and poverty. The main threats to agricultural biodiversity are poverty, inappropriate or non-existent policies, insufficient resources, lack of coordination among the different actors operating in the sector, poor management of agricultural resources, limited valorization of biological resources, limited protection of cultivars and seeds, limited training related to agriculture, weather conditions, soil degradation, land insecurity, low valuation of traditional agricultural practices and changing food habits.
The National Strategy for Sustainable Management of Biodiversity (NSSMB) was established in 1996. The principles of the NSSMB are: to contribute to the improvement of the living conditions of the entire population by reducing poverty, based on knowledge (modern and traditional), ownership, and a sense of common welfare; to be part of the development process (at the local, regional and national levels); to take the development of international trade into account; and to promote realistic alternatives. The NSSMB is structured around three strategic orientations: 1) conservation of biodiversity (ecosystems conservation; wild genetic resources conservation; agrobiodiversity conservation); 2) sustainable valuation of biodiversity (improve knowledge regarding economic, ecological and sociocultural values of biodiversity; improve the situation of under-valued and under-used biodiversity products; develop ecotourism); and 3) reduction of the pressures on biodiversity resources (improve behavior towards biodiversity; enforce legislation; develop alternatives to the destruction of timber and natural resources; develop biosecurity).
A notable success in the implementation of the NSSMB and the National Environmental Action Plan is the increase in protected areas from 3% in the past to about 8% of the country's total area (4,751,895 ha) in 2009. The Humid Dense Forest of the East, composed of 6 national parks with a total area of about 479,661 ha, has been nominated as a World Heritage site. In addition, reforestation efforts have covered an area of 34,925 ha and, in 2008, the fight against bush fires resulted in a 75% reduction in burned areas compared to 2002.
The Environmental Units Platform serves as an interface between environmental authorities, other sectoral ministries, decentralized structures, operators and other partners, offering support and advice on environmental issues relevant to each concerned ministry. The functions of Madagascar's Clearing-House Mechanism (CHM) and knowledge management on biodiversity and biosafety are ensured by the National Office for the Environment. The National Educational Policy Related to the Environment is enforced through close collaboration between the Ministry of Education and Scientific Research and the Ministry of Environment and Forests.
The country has a national environmental dashboard that regularly generates reports on the status of the environment. Although initially designed to be a decision-making tool, the national environmental dashboard proved useful to the different types of actitives undertaken in relation to research and training at the country level. Subsequent to the creation of the administrative regions, environmental dashboards were adjusted for use at the regional level, with 90% of the regions now having their own dashboard. The regional dashboard is updated regularly. In addition, each year, the Plants Specialist Group from Madagascar conducts conservation status assessments of plants in collaboration with IUCN. In 2005, 39 plant species were prioritized for a value chain analysis and different studies were conducted to improve knowledge on flora values, such as the Plant Resources of Tropical Africa, as part of building knowledge and promoting rural development. Each taxonomic group conducts a periodic conservation status assessment. The strategy for the conservation of Madagascar lemurs was produced in 2013. In addition, the national CHM, which is now part of an international network, benefits from regular capacity-building and will be an important tool to monitor and review national implementation.


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Family of dead abductor DiMaggio wants paternity tests
The family of kidnapping and murder suspect James DiMaggio wants paternity tests conducted to see if he is the father of the teenage girl he abducted and her slain 8-year-old brother, a family spokesman tells a San Diego TV station.
Meantime, the teen who was abducted, Hannah Anderson, will appear on NBC's Today show Thursday morning to thank the public for its support and to address inaccuracies in news reports, the network's Lester Holt announced on the air Wednesday.
Hannah, 16, credits the Amber Alert system for saving her. "In the beginning I was a victim but now knowing everyone out there is helping me, I consider myself a survivor," she tells NBC. "My mom raised me to be strong."
Hannah's abductor, DiMaggio, 40, was killed by FBI agents at a wilderness campsite in Idaho on Aug. 10, six days after he abducted the teen girl near San Diego.
Police say DiMaggio, a longtime family friend, is suspected of tying up Hannah's 44-year-old mother, Christina Anderson, and brother, Ethan, at his home near San Diego then setting fire to it with a delayed incendiary device.
Their bodies were found in the burning house, setting off the search along the West Coast for DiMaggio and his kidnap victim.
The children's father, Brett Anderson, lives in Tennessee.
In an unexpected twist in the story, DiMaggio left a $112,000 life insurance policy in the care of Hannah's grandmother, Bernice Anderson.
Andrew Spanswick, a spokesman for the DiMaggio family, told KGTV that DiMaggio had expected the grandmother to take care of the two Anderson children with the money. He told the Associated Press on Monday that the beneficiary was changed in 2011 from DiMaggio's sister to Bernice Anderson.
"He stated he did not want it to go to their parents because they were having marital problems and he didn't trust them with the money on their own," Spanswick told KGTV.
According to Spanswick, the DiMaggio family is not challenging the insurance policy, but do want paternity tests to find out if DiMaggio is Hannah and Ethan's father.
"We are requesting DNA samples from Hannah and anything they can get from Ethan," he said. "There are rumors Jim was the children's real father. The parents didn't marry until 2002. We think it's strange he left them so much money with no explanation."
Stacy Hess, a spokesperson for Brett Anderson. said in a statement on Wednesday that the Andersons "did not meet Mr. DiMaggio until the sixth month of Tina's pregnancy with Hannah," the Associated Press reported.
"Brett Anderson's DNA was used to identify the body of his dead son Ethan Anderson," Hess noted.
Spanswick also said Hannah's behavior since the ordeal, including some online posts, are raising suspicion, but he did not elaborate.
Only two days after her release, Hannah answered questions on the website ask.fm before her account was disabled.
Asked why she thought DiMaggio did it, the 16-year-old replied: "Because he's a psycho." She said he got what he deserved.
At one point, Hannah acknowledged that DiMaggio had told her he had a crush on her, but that it was "more of a family crush like he had feelings as in he wanted nothing bad to happen to me."
She said she didn't tell her parents because DiMaggio was her father's best friend "and I didn't want to ruin anything between them."
Contributing: Melanie Eversley in New York; The Associated Press


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September 27, 2012
Checking the Columbus climate
Associate Professor Eric Neubauer, (center, holding balloon) helps students in his Weather and Climate class launch a weather balloon Monday into a very clear blue sky. In GEOG 1120, students learn about the basic concepts of weather and become familiar with climate types around the world. They also study the impact of human activity on weather and climates.
HLC Quality Checkup Visit is complete
For some it was like taking a graduate school oral exam and for others it was a great coaching clinic. Either way, the three-day accreditation Checkup Visit conducted last week by reviewers from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) was a success.
"I think by the time our visitors left, they wanted to work here," noted President David Harrison. "They were really impressed with what we're doing."
In eighteen meetings spread over three days, Drs. George Johnston and Cheryl Carpenter-Davis met with more than 150 college employees, students and key community stakeholders.
They cited the progress the college has made in using data for decision-making and gauging stakeholder input. The Achieving the Dream initiative was noted and praised. In an exit interview, the two said it was obvious the college took feedback from the 2009 Systems Portfolio review very seriously.
The reviewers' report is due within four weeks, after which the college will have an opportunity to respond. A complete package of accreditation material then goes to the AQIP Review Panel of Accreditation. Their recommendation is forwarded to the HLC's Institutional Actions Council for a final review. By the end of December 2012 the college will receive notification about reaffirmation of our accreditation.
Polly Owen and Greg Goodhart would like to thank all who helped prepare for the visit.
Columbus State coach ranked No. 14 nationwide among junior college coaches
Pat Carlisle
Columbus State's men's basketball team has been making a mark in Division II junior college play since Pat Carlisle arrived as head coach in 2007. Since then, the Cougars have made regular appearances in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) top ten rankings.
Under Carlisle's leadership, the team has made it to the national tournament twice, with an appearance in the championship game once. Over the past five seasons Carlisle has achieved a record of 129-32 – an 80% winning
Now Coach Carlisle's hard work has paid off in a new ranking from RecruitDirt.com. It puts Carlisle at No. 14 for all junior college coaches, divisions I, II and III.
RecruitDirt.com is a site heavily used by the coaching community and is a popular interactive recruiting tool created to help talented basketball players gain exposure.
In announcing the new rankings, RecruitDirt.com states, "Junior Colleges have been pumping out talented players for years now. The coaches of these schools do not get near the credit that they deserve."
The rankings were based on recent wins and losses, conference wins and losses, championships won, along with recent and incoming recruiting classes.
Only one other Ohio head coach made the rankings, Dave Clarke of Owens Community College, coming in at No. 11.
Payroll Services to relocate
Earlier this year the Payroll Services team moved from Human Resources to the Business and Administrative Services Division. As of October 3, the Payroll Services office will relocate to Rhodes Hall, Room 227 in the Business and Administrative Services Area.
Employees may pick up paychecks with proper ID at the Cashier's Office beginning October 4.
Payroll Services email and phone number contact information will remain the same:
Tina Davis - 287-5288
Tahia Chhuom - 287-5617
Allison Stir - 287-2348
Jason Love - 287-5972
Becky Ribble, Supervisor - 287-5791
Theatre Columbus State to perform in October
The students in the Theater program will present their new comedy "1959 Pink Thunderbird Convertible" which is actually two plays by James McLure. Columbus State's Frank Barnhart directs. The first act, "Laundry and Bourbon," is the story of three small-town women who love to gossip. The second, "Lone Star," is about Roy, a man who loves three things: his country, his beautiful wife and his 1959 pink Thunderbird Convertible — not necessarily in that order. The play will be performed Wednesday, October 17 through Saturday, October 20 at 8:00 p.m. in the Nestor Hall Auditorium. There will also be a 3:00 p.m. matinee on Thursday, October 18. Admission is free. This play is for mature audiences only!
Disability Services promotes Keck; Killen and Van Horn earn master's
Christopher Keck has been promoted to Assistant Director of Disability Services. Keck is a graduate of Appalachian State University with a master's degree in community counseling. Prior to coming to Columbus State as an advisor in 2010, Keck was a Disability Services counselor at The Ohio State University.
Sheryl Killen, supervisor of Interpreting, and Darla Van Horn, office associate in Disability Services, graduated August 3 from the University of Dayton with a Master of Science in Education and Allied Professions. They both plan to attend the U.D. graduation ceremony on December 15.
Sheryl Killen, left, and Darla Van Horn show off their new master's degrees.
Christopher Keck is the new Assistant Director of Disability Services.
Help your students prepare for midterms!
Midterm exams are right around the corner. Are your students already studying for them? Find out how you can help students minimize stress, maximize time, and ace their exams! Have them attend one of the upcoming BLUEprint workshops, and learn about how to best prepare themselves for exams, starting NOW!
Tackling Test Anxiety: Monday, October 1, 3:00-4:00 p.m. in Madison Hall 225
Overcoming Math Anxiety: Thursday, October 4, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in Madison Hall 225
If you would like a printable flyer of all the BLUEprint workshops, or if you have any other questions, please email email@example.com.
New technology for prospective students coming Oct. 1
On Monday, October 1, Columbus State will roll out several new technology tools which will help us better serve prospective students and new applicants. The tools are part of the Hobsons suite of enrollment management technology products, and will fully integrate with our existing Hobsons Customer Relationship Management (CRM) contact and communication system.
Look for these new tools:
New Online Application, called Apply Yourself, for prospective students to apply to Columbus State. This new application will allow us to capture additional information about our applicants and includes messaging features to connect students to key information and resources. International applicants, PSEO/Dual Enrollment/Other Early College Program applicants, students who have completed non-credit courses, and employees wishing to take credit classes will no longer need to complete a separate application. They will now use this new application to apply to Columbus State.
New Online Information Request Form and VIP page. Prospective students and new applicants will be able to complete an online form to request specific information, and will immediately be sent their own customized Cougar VIP page with key information and links to learn more. They will also be able to directly link to other helpful information, like our chat with an Admissions Advisor tool, our Ask a Cougar automated FAQ system, and our new online application.
New Online Events Registration and Messaging System. This events system will allow students to reserve their spot for orientation, Admissions special visit days (such as the October 19 Explore Columbus State Day at the Columbus and Delaware Campuses), and other prospective student and new applicant events. This system also provides event confirmation, reminders, and follow-up messages.
To learn more about these exciting new tools, come to one of the Demonstration/Information Sessions listed below. They will be held in the Admissions Department in Madison Hall lower level.
Thursday, October 4, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or Noon-1:00 p.m.
Monday, October 8, 2:00-3:00 p.m. or 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 9, 10:00-11:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
For more information, contact Tari Blaney at ext. 5021, Tisha McGlaughlin at ext. 5513, or Liz Wyles-Smith, at ext. 5374 in the Admissions Office.
College readiness assessment process to begin Oct. 1
As part of Columbus State's student success initiatives and in support of efforts to prevent financial aid fraudulent activity, the college will implement a new college readiness assessment process. On Monday, October 1, the college will require all newly accepted students to complete one or more of the following assessments of college readiness in English/Writing and Mathematics prior to registering for classes, and prior to receiving their login credentials for access to their student email, the CSCC network, and CougarWeb :
COMPASS/ESL Placement Test (or ASSET if needed) – Writing and Mathematics sections (reading section also recommended). Note: Students placing into credit ESL courses are exempt from the math assessment requirement until they reach the designated ESL course proficiency level.
ACT Test Scores – English (not writing) and Mathematics sub-scores (reading score also recommended)
AP "X" credit for ENGL 1100 and MATH 1151, 1152, or STAT 1350 (must submit AP transcript verifying completion of English Comp & Lit or English Comp & Lang and Calculus AB, Calculus BC, or Statistics with a score of 3, 4, or 5). Note: If AP credit is in only one area, a college readiness assessment in the remaining area must be completed and submitted.
CLEP "X" credit for MATH Special, MATH 1116, or MATH 1151 (must submit CLEP transcript verifying completion of Algebra-Trigonometry, College Algebra, College Algebra-Trig, College Mathematics, Calculus with Elem Functions, or Trigonometry with a subject exam score of 69 or above). Note: A college readiness assessment in English/Writing will also be required.
Transfer "K" credit for ENGL 1100 and MATH 100 or above (cannot be K-D credit).
For more information, contact Tari Blaney at ext. 5021, Tisha McGlaughlin at ext. 5513, or Liz Wyles-Smith, at ext. 5374 in the Admissions Office.


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Yo brozz! I'm ranting from my crusty Fourplex about living alone and whatever is on my mind. Comedy. Family. Music. Pop culture. Politics. Sex. Social media. Plus, meet random special guests from around LA and Silver Lake that I invite to my house. Random Rants is now a video podcast, filmed Big Bro… read more
Episode 115. My friend, comedian and actress Alycia Cooper is in the Fourplex. Eminem and Nick Cannon are beefing even though it's the holidays, …
Episode 114. My friend, comedian Josh Martin is in the Fouplex. Whitney Cummings wants to have my baby, doodzzz (message us on social and let us know …
Episode 113. Special Thanksgiving episode from the Fourplex featuring my friend, comedian Sandy Danto. He's having the whole crusty crew over for …
Episode 112. We're back from Family Feud hiatus, brozz. Kenny and Bill are back in the Fourplex. Ranting about LA weed cafes (Lowell Cafe), "my …
Episode 111. Anyone want to get a face tattoo for Halloween like Aaron Carter? I can't wait for Halloween to check out all the scantily clad babezzz! …
Episode 110. Yo Dooodzz we're ranting the crusty Fourplex about Stephen Baldwin getting Justin Bieber financing Bio Dome 2!! It's a no brainer, right? His daughter just married the Biebs!! I started traveling with my …
Episode 109. Yo brozz, back ranting from with Larry David (Bill is back!). Talking about sex and getting educated on dp with my friend Jen. The Fourplex is great for shooting porn. Cannabis cookies, gummies and dildos, …
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Went to the Alec Baldwin Roast dooooodzz! No sign of Steven! ~ Please don't try to FaceTime me ~ How many people love free samples?!
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This episode got a little weird even for me! Kressy was there, my hipster friend George @georgespits @llamabeatscrew my new DJ friend in on it, and Anah @anahboat. But that's what Random Rants is about doooodzz! We go …
Dave Chapelle and Donald Trump are the only two people who can say and do the things that they do and somehow get away with it! Check out Dave's new Netflix special ~ also with my sexy pharmacist and Eliza Winn ranting …
Just got back form New York City, had fun on FOX NEWS! No, I'm not a racist, but I do love watermelon, but not as much as I love Quentin Tarantino's …
Still partying with Krusty Crew in Silverlake after my crazy Vegas trip getting kicked out of the Dj booth at the Palms. Also, what we NEVER see on Instagram!
Yo dudezz! Today I'm randomly ranting about why our president Donald Trump didn't ask me to be his trim coordinator, and how no one's going to defeat Donald Trump in 2020 except for THE ROCK ~ And being happy with what …
Welcome to Random Rants #101 with Pauly Shore! In this episode: Pauly is joined by a cast of characters. Pauly has some thoughts on Mueller, Dance …
This week Pauly finds a new producer for the show, rants about technology, sex, groceries, and answers fan mail!
Yo dudezz! I just got back from Saudi Arabia! Boy was that something different! Take a watch to this last rant that should make you appreciate what …
Yo Brozz, I'm Ranting from the Fourplex! This week I talk about the NBA Finals, not cool baristas, and my neighbor get pissed that I was porkin to …
Yo brozz! I'm Ranting from the Fourplex. My Dad recently passed and I wanted to dedicate this episode to him. He was an amazing father, an amazing comedian, and an amazing man. I'll carry on your legacy while you're …
Yo brozz! Ranting from the Fourplex, this week I'm talking about my near death experience in Las Vegas, and living with you career decisions. Also, I …
Yo brozz! Im Ranting from the Fourplex, trying to be left alone but I gotta deal with Second Hand people problems like Loud Cars and Babies on Planes. I also got a new invention! Check it out!
Yo Brozz! Ranting form the Fourplex while makin some grub! I dress up for Cinco De Mayo, make breakfast before flyin to Vegas, and talk some UFC. Check it out dudez!
Yo brozz! Ranting from The Fourplex again. feeling a little off today, but I get into Social Media, Instagram Models, and why Millennials need to put the phone down!
Yo Brozz! I'm Ranting from the Fourplex again! This time I talk about Homeless People in LA, the Avengers, and why my skin doesn't look crusty! Check it out
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Yo Brozz! I'm Ranting from the Fourplex again, this time after the sun has gone down. I talk my new invention, Trailblazers vs OKC, Safe Sex, and have another dance party! Check it out!
Ranting from the Fourplex about Instagram Models getting mad when dudes like me compliment them, wrapping my new movie, and my Filipino Neighbors filled my belly brozz!
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Ranting from the Fourplex about how bands should wear makeup or masks and never call themselves Boys, Tiger Woods is back dudez, and Jussie Smollett …
New episode of Random Rants, Ranting from the Fourplex about how crusty, frizzy, and dried out my hair is. Also, I recently I got my son accepted to USC, even though he has never taken the SAT, but I paid for it Brozz!
This episode on Pauly Shore's Random Rants...I'm ranting from the Fourplex about how I almost accidentally burned down my place! I talk Mom's …
Yo brozz! Another episode of Random Rants podcast, now with video! I talk about getting older, Nascar, and the miracle of life! How little brozz are …
Random Rants has video now! Come watch me Rant from the Fourplex brozz! Instead of Big Brother, now its Big Weasel! This is where I actually live. This is the real deal. Check it out!
Giving you guys more information about my upcoming movie "Guest House", upcoming shows, and everything Wiez.
Talking about my trip to Mexico, visiting my dad for his 92nd birthday, and grocery shopping for fruit and veggies!
First podcast of 2019, brozzzz! Broadcasting live (sort of) near Donald Trump's wall... Not cool, dooodz. Talking about trying to get a Netflix …
Talking about a whole bunch of cool stuff, feeling really good tonight laying it all out . Have a great New Year's be safe guys
When I do my Podcasts, I don't really do a diary but this was more like a diary of my Christmas day. If you want to know what Pauly Shore did …
This episode is not too exciting...but I'm definitely letting you know where I'm at. As of today, everybody is out of LA I'm alone here but then again I'm with me so I'm not alone
Laying the land of upcoming weeks. Guess what dudes? I got a movie. I play a squatter, Trump's going down, bros! Lock her up! Lock her up! Lock her up!
Wieze the vote! Midterms are coming up, brozzz. Talked to my 91-year-old dad Sammy Shore. God bless him. My tour is leaving Denver and heading to the …
Halloween is a spooky night! Talking about staying in this Halloween, how I used to go to the Playboy parties, and the Landing Patch Bible.
Hanging out my hotel room in Syracuse, New York, playing the old diamond, letting go, and having fun silly willy.
What's up, doods! Hanging out in Albany, New York letting you guys know about the structure of my one-man show and staying super positive. Also, I'm excited for my short Sin City Psycho!
Hey, guys. Thanks for all your awesome emails. I'm definitely feeling better and wanted to update you on what was going on with me. I'm definitely at peace. Take a listen!
Recently had more drama in my life. My sister Sandi Shore passed away and I've hit bottom. I feel as though I need to have a baby and start a family. Thank you to all of my fans. This podcast is to you.
Yo! Just here talking to you guys, enjoying life, and talking about how I come up with my sketch ideas. Good vibezzzz, broooo!
What's up, guys. I'm lying down and talking about my thoughts on the comedy world and just life in general.
Happy Labor Day, doooooodz! Today I'm talking about my last vacation in Malibu and what I'm currently working on. Stay tuned for more!
You know how sometimes you can't sleep, so you gotta speak to someone? That's me right now. Talking about family, how wild Trump and his cronies are, and I'm FINALLY on top of my social media platforms!
Yo, broooz! Talking about drinking, our weird infatuation with serial killers, and being satisfied in my apartment.
Hung out with some friends and felt like doing some rants. Tonight I'm talking about my new projects coming up and the future of PAULY SHORE!
I recently went overseas for some spiritual awakening. Visited the Western Wall, wore my yarmulke, and went off to hang out with Vladimir Putin in …
It's Fourth of July with the Wiez, doodz! I'm hanging out at Pacific Beach in San Diego and doing the rants from the condo. Today was a good day! …
Dudes, I'm trying to downsize and get into semi-retirement mode. First, I gotta before I sell my six-part documentary series "Stands Alone", broozz! …
It's been a pretty crazy weekend. As you know,Anthony Bourdain killed himself. Suicide has been on the rise, so I talk about that and other things in this next episode. Just low-key kicking back.
Thank you so much for being there for me. I really needed this rant tonight. I'm totally burnt out. I just buried my friend Gary in Vegas. Just got back from Idaho, too. Thank you for being my friends.
Taking it easy tonight. Lying on the daybed at my four-plex. I'm having fun telling stories about my exes and about how I attacked LeBron James.
This episode is a tribute to my friend Gary Garfinkel who recently passed away from brain cancer. The world is going to be a different place without you in it. I love you, Gary and I always will. You were not only a …
I'm looking for a new assistant. My old assistant Jacob is taking off and I had to let that butterfly fly away. All good things must come to an end, …
It's time to put together a one-man show of the last 15 years of my life. Take a listen. Let me know.
Crazy day. Wow. You never know what life brings you and today was an odd one .
Dealing with the passing of Mom as best I can. What a crazy experience. She was a legend to most, but to me she was my Mom. She's at peace now and so am I.
Webcam babes are making the cash, broooz! 💰
This is my last rant before 2018! It's pretty sweet. Love you guys. Happy New Year!
Vacationing and seeing old friends in NYC. Evaluating Trump after one year. Getting ready for 2018!
Took a break around the holidays, but I'm back and better than ever. Earth to stoners! come in, stoners!
Very raw and uncensored. I'm just telling you how I feel today about relationships, my mom, and much, much more.
I'm really happy for comics who are making a lot of money just for talking on a stage. It's pretty crazy. I know how to capture Kim Jung Un. Also, I'm considering moving to Thailand. I think I'd fit in there.
Had a nice call with Mike Tyson and his wife Kiki. Was feeling kinda depressed, so I took the day off. Whatever though, you guys. I still want you to check out my new show on Crackle! Love you all :)
Ups and downs, just like always. Excited my podcast interview show finally premiered on Crackle. I'm the new Seinfeld! What's the deal with that, brozzz?!
I'm back home in the Four-Plex. I'm alone tonight and I'm getting very personal😳. Enjoy.
Not sure how I feel about the fact that my gay masseuse got mad at me for not letting him jerk me off. Not cool, bro. Not into it. Spatch. Also, I've …
I had fun recording this one. Trump Wiezed into the White House and I'm in charge of the chicken fingers at the Comedy Store. Extra crispy, brozzz!
Rise and grind, brozz! Early Bird Catches the Wiez.
The grass isn't always greener, you guys. Seriously.
Food for the soul is what I needed to make me feel better. Jewish soup is super yum, you guys. Kellyanne Conway's hot too, right? She can deflect any …
I thought I was wild when I was a kid but, dude, I was nothing like today's kids. Twitter should change their name to Clitter. Also, black penises …
If the Ostrich can settle down and get married, so can the Wiez.
I shed a tear tonight, you guys. Had some alone time with sweet baby Joe. Also, no one can stop Adam Sandler. May the force be with Jew!
Trump! Wtf, bro? Spatch, spatch, super spatch! Not cool, dude.
I'm like a piece of toast. My chest needs to be scraped, and my toe jam needs to be cleaned out. Gnarly, right? I think Mexico and the US should go …
I still can't believe the orange baboon is our president. He's so wild, you guys. Happy 90th, Dad. I love you.
Encore! Encore! Way to go, Neal. You're Netflix special was very unique, just like your posture. Dad's 90th birthday is going to be awesome.
Sara Patti is the number-one fan of Random Rants. She emails me often at email@example.com. Love you, Patti Melt.
Loved him even though I never met him. Thank you for being you, Barry. See ya in Hawaii where we'll smoke some ganja, doood. Michelle. Whaddup, gurrrl?!
I wanna party with dudes who were wrongfully accused for crimes they didn't commit. I want to get them wasted and laid, dude. Yet another year I …
Orange baboon! What's up, bro? Have you banged any interns yet on the same desk that Bill banged Monica or what? Talk to me. C'mon, bro. You're lagging.
Let's all give a round of applause for my dad Sammy Shore! He's gonna outlive us all. Getting ready for his 90th birthday. God bless him.
So long, suckazz! Dude, why is your pee-pee so small? I love looking at naked Asian men, brozz!
Had such an awesome time with Allie Boo Boo and her family. Thank you for taking me in and showing me love. Son in Law 2016!!!
I'm living large, brozz! I Love fluffy hotel rooms on the road. Life was easier back in the day before our brains were all mush. Not cool, doodz!
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus, coming to Gilbert, AZ. OJ was great on the Bills.
Obsessed with MSN Lock Up. Definitely makes me feel better about my living situation. If two dudes can live in harmony in a 5x7 ft jail cell, I can live in my four-plex just fine. I'm tired. Goodnight.
Thank you so much for letting me bite into your big apple. Love the city! NYC is my second home.
There's fakes and posers, people who are not transparent. But his one's the real deal.
Yeah, dawg! Let's do this. I got back my mojo and I'm looking for a dojo... brooo!
Mmmmmm, I like what I see. The past is quite bright.
Where's my swamp people at?! Love the tertiary markets. (That means third-tier, bro.) The towns in between the small towns. Carnies with moles on …
I've been doing this for over 25 years, you guys. And guess what, I'm still trying to figure it out. Stand up is very fragile.
I'm in my happy place. Super fuzzies, you guyz. All I need is some cocoa. Yum yum, brooz.
Heil Hitler! Heil Hitler!
I'm just the average Joe, traveling town-to-town, peddling my comedic goods. I can't believe the red baboon's our president. That's DEFINITELY not …
Bye, you guyz. It was nice knowing you. I'm moving to Canada. Maple syrup, brozz!
I'm scared, really scared. But then again... fuck it. What happens, happens. Regardless, you guys are my fans and I am your Wiez!
Everyone's staring at me. Not cool, dood! I'm just trying to rant to my fans. I need a margarita.
You definitely have to hear this one. The stuff that's in my head is quite bizarre.
It was so much easier before the internet. Now, our brains are mush. Not cool, doodz!
I'm alive. I can walk and breathe. Doing better than most. Gotta get out to the people because that's my happy place.
It's like the "Thrilla in Manila". Her versus him. What's gonna happen? Who's gonna win? Hillary don't diss the fly over states!!!
I'm the average Joe, just hanging out with my sweet babe Allie Boo Boo. We're just doing our thing.
I'm all confused and I don't know what to do. Everyone's going cray cray!
I got rants in my pants and I gotta get 'em to your ear lobes, brozz! Welcome. This is from me to you. Let's do this!
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FUN, HUMOR and SEX make living on our lonely planet worth it. This blog features my collection of videos that showcase the most exciting, 'FUNSXY' part of LIFE --- UNCENSORED.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
AVATAR XXX + How can PORN & HUMAN SEXUALITY EDUCATION help resolve social problems?
I ordered a DVD copy of Hustler's adult parody of the world's highest grossing film, Avatar last October that I'd like to share with you. Here is the censored trailer from youtube:
I also have other adult parodies of famous TV shows and movies such as X-rated spoofs/parodies of GLEE, BATMAN, BAYWATCH, SEX & the CITY & TWILIGHT
If you want a copy of adult parodies like the ones illsutrated below, contact my friend cmultilingual at YM. [YM NICK is cmultilingual)
For a longer list of MY adult parodies that I'm willing to share through my friend cmultilingual, click on this: http://funsxy.blogspot.com/2010/07/blog-post.html
Since I'm a silent supporter of (RH BIll) Reproductive Health Bill, I have decided to turn this blog into a sort of uncensored adult blog with a cause, that is to promote HUMAN SEXUALITY EDUCATION that is not taught in many schools due to the unsolicited intervention of the Church and traditional sectors of the society.
HUMAN SEXUALITY EDUCATION, which is integrally included in the RH BILL, and ADULT FILMS (not included but I, personally, recommend for adults) can greatly help in resolving one of the main roots of our major social problems,particularly in 3rd world countries -- EXCESSIVE POPULATION. Below is an illustration to simplify how it can help resolve major social problems:
(will be posted a bit later)
CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW for a bigger version
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
EROTICA in the Philippines feat. pornographic PENE MOVIES
IF YOU WANT TO KNOW THE TRUTH, as opposed to the MYTHS, FALSE RELIGIOUS BELIEFS and LIES about SEX, feel free to visit : http://sexed4every1.blogspot.com/Due to numerous requests for uncensored VIDEO CLIPS of pinoy PENE, I have inserted some more video clips below.
Before reading my post about Filipino Erotica, can you guess from which Filipino erotic movie the scene below was taken from?
WARNING: The video below is UNCENSORED and contains male and female full frontal nudity and sex. It also features a former beauty queen who became a mainstream actress. Don't watch it if you're easily offended by sexually graphic scenes. (As if you won't ...LOL)
It's a controversial film (with a very interesting plot) and it was shown abroad which explains why I found English subtitles for it and understood the dialogues. I'm from Geneva, Switzerland but I frequently visit Manila and Cebu so I'm very familiar with Filipino culture.
If you want to have the entire movie with ENGLISH SUBTITLES without having to download a huge file from torrents or if you want more video clips like this, simply contact my friend through SKYPE: coolmultilingual or through YM: cmultilingual
And now, my ARTICLE about EROTICA in Philippine Cinema.
EROTICA and PORNOGRAPHY in Philippine Cinema
The Philippine government currently prohibit PORNOGRAPHY --- although you can see people in local markets in the Metro openly buying and selling pirated PORN DVDs. For instance, if you go to Quiapo, you'll most likely be approached by guys who'll convince you to buy 'DVD-DVD', which they pronounce 'di-Bi-di', di-Bi-di'
Some BOLD actors such as the one in the clip above succeed in penetrating the showbiz mainstream. Most of them fail, though.
The girl's name is Anna Marie Guttierez, a very good sexy actress in the 80's.
Do you recognize the guy in the video clip above? CLUE: He's now a prominent politician somewhere in Luzon.
Only EROTIC movies are allowed to be shown in cinema which must always go through the MTRCB, which censors and cuts scenes deemed too explicit for public viewing, before they are shown in mainstream movie houses.
Do you recognize the PENE STARS in the video clip above?
However, during the mid-80's, 'pornographic scenes' in films were tolerated and movies which feature full frontal nudity and hardcore stuff such as oral sex and penetration were shown in mainstream cinema. These movies were often called 'PENE' films.
Here is an alphabetical list of notable erotic movies which contained a lot of very 'sexplicit' scenes. Some of the films in the list below contained hardcore 'PENE' stuff similar to old Danish movies or Brazilian pornochanchada films with thematic plot but contained pornographic scenes.
LEGEND: *LT = loose translation
TRIVIAL NOTE: My native languages are French and German so please bear with my loose translation. I also speak Filipino (but not yet very fluent) because I have spent more than 10 years in Manila.
Alapaap (1984) { LT: Sky } MAIN CAST: Ed Villapol, Eva Rosa Palma, Isadora, Mark Gil, Michael De Mesa, Tanya Gomez, William Martinez DIRECTOR: Tata Esteban
Alexandra (1985) MAIN CAST: Angela Perez, Jaime Fabregas, Liza Lorena, Roy Alvarez, Tony Carreon, Val Sotto ; DIRECTOR: Elwood Perez
Alindog (1986) { LT : Sexual Assets}
MAIN CAST: Greggy Liwag, Avon Cortez, Dick Israel,Ben Morro, Odette Khan, Bobby Benitez and Lampel Cojuangco ; DIRECTOR : Kaka
Ang Walang Malay (1986) { LT: The Unconscious OR The Naive One}
MAIN CAST: Vida Verde, George Estregan, Robert Lee, Ada Alberto/ Introducing Farrah Floro/ DIRECTOR : Ronnie San Juan
Araaayyyy!!! (1986) { LT: Ouuuuchhhh!!! } MAIN CAST : Patrick dela Rosa, Janice Jurado/ Introducing Paola Berenguer; DIRECTOR : Cezar Abella
Bed Sins (1985) MAIN CAST: Sarsi Emmanuelle, Liza Lorena, Al Tantay, Joel Torre, Patrick dela Rosa, Rafael Roces, Brandy Ayala/ DIRECTOR: Mario O'Hara
Boatman (1985)- MAIN CAST: Sarsi Emmanuelle, Suzana Love, Josephine Manuel and Ronnie Lazaro/ DIRECTOR: Tikoy Aguiluz
Brown Emmanuelle (1982) Myrna Castillo, Girl Guerrero ; introducing the 14-year old Pepsi Paloma DIRECTOR: Celso Ad Castillo
Clarizza (1986) { LT: name of the female lead }
MAIN CAST : Luis Gonzales, Liza Lorena, Lito Pimentel and Sarsi Emmanuelle/ with Lucita Soriano, Roxan Recto, Gil Guerrero ; DIRECTOR : CBT & RDG
Company of Women (1985) MAIN CAST: Ariel Moral, Aya Fernando, Becky Misa, Irma Alegre, Miz Alindogan, Mark Gil, Tani Cinco, Zelda Soler DIRECTOR: Mel Chionglo
Desperada (1986) {LT: Desperate Woman} MAIN CAST : Vida Verde, Greggy Liwag, Elsa Enrile, George Estrgan, Dick Israel, Amanda Amores, Mark Joseph DIRECTOR: Francis Posadas
Di Maghilom ang Sugat (1986){ LT: The Wound Won't Heal} MAIN CAST: Anna Marie Gutierrez, Cristina Crisol, Maureen Mauricio and Gino Antonio DIRECTOR: W. Pascual
Dingding Lang ang Pagitan (1986) { LT: Only a Wall Separating Us } MAIN CAST :Maria Isabel Lopez, Orestes Ojeda, Albert Eugenio and Olivia Ortiz/ DIRECTOR: Ruben S. Abalos
Disgrasyada (1979) { LT: Disgraceful } MAIN CAST: Johnny Wilson, Rio Locsin, Rolly Quizon, Ronald Corveau, Subas Hererro DIRECTOR: Elwood Perez
Donselya (1986) { LT: name of the female lead} MAIN CAST: Cristina Crisol, Zandro Zamora, Perla Bautista, Val Iglesia/ Introducing Lolita Lamar; DIRECTOR: Arsenio 'Boots' Bautista
Flesh Avenue (1986) MAIN CAST: Jacklyn Jose, Liza Lorena, Ronnie Lazaro, Odette Khan, Dick Israel and Julio Diaz/Introducing Lola/ DIRECTOR: Tata Esteban
Halik sa Pisngi ng Langit (1986) { LT: A Kiss on Heaven Cheeks } MAIN CAST : Ronaldo Valdez, Greggy Liwag, Mark Joseph and Lala Montelibano/ Introducing Didith Romero/ DIRECTOR: Efren C. Pinon
Hanguin Mo Ako Sa Putik (1984) { LT: Remove me from Mud} STARRING : Stella Strada
Hapdi (1986) { LT: Pain } MAIN CAST: Ernie Garcia, Olivia Ortiz, Gino Antonio, Maureen Mauricio and Maria Montes/ with Raoul Aragonn, Robert Talabis, Nick Lizaso, Robert talby DIRECTOR: Joey del Rosario
Hayok (1986) { LT: Lustful/Lascivious } MAIN CAST: Maria Isabel Lopez, George Estregan, Susan Bautista, Manny Luna, Albert Eugenio, Maureen Mauricio DIRECTOR: Anthony Taylor
Hubad na Pangarap (1987) { LT: Naked Dream } MAIN CAST: Anna Marie Guttierez, Julio Diaz, Lola, Michael de Mesa DIRECTOR: Abbo de la Cruz
Hubo sa Dilim (1985) {LT: Naked in the Dark} MAIN CAST: Maria Isabel Lopez, Chanda Romero, Michael de Mesa, Lito Gruet, Isadora, Tony Carrion, Jaime Fabregas/ DIRECTOR: Tata Esteban
Huwag Pamarisan: Kulasisi (1986) {LT: Do not be like this Mistress} MAIN CAST: Maria Isabel Lopez and Anna Marie Gutierrez/ with Raoul aragonn, Jun Santiago, Tani Cinco, Emil Sandoval DIRECTOR : Nilo Saez
Isla (1984) {Island} MAIN CAST: Maria Isabel Lopez/ DIRECTOR: Celso Ad Castillo
Kapirasong Dangal (1986) {LT: A smidgen of dignity}
MAIN CAST: Maria Isabel Lopez, Raoul Aragonn, Dick Israel, Tani Cinco, Gino Antonio, Emily Loren, Mina Mirasol, Elsa Enrile, Mishelle Zobel and Dante Rivero ; DIRECTOR: Nilo Saez
Katorse (1980) { LT: Fourteen (years old) } MAIN CAST: Alfie Anido, Celia Rodriquez, Dina Bonnevie, Gabby Concepcion, Lucita Soriano DIRECTOR: Joey Gosiengfiao
Kiri (1986) { LT: Akward } MAIN CAST : George Estregan, Patrick dela Rosa, Mark Joseph, Dick Israel and Lampel Cojuangco. DIRECTOR : Francis 'Jun' Posadas
Kirot (1983) { LT: Pain } MAIN CAST: Dennis Roldan, Edgar Mande, and Stella Strada/ with Raoul Aragon, Perla Bautista, Joonee Gamboa, Dexter Doria/ DIRECTOR: by Arsenio 'Boots' Bautista
Macho Dancer (1988) MAIN CAST: Allan Paule, Daniel Fernando, Jacklyn Jose DIRECTOR: Lino Brocka
Magkayakap sa Magdamag (1986) {LT: Embracing each other all night long}
MAIN CAST : Alona Alegre, Olivia Ortiz and Anna Marie Gutierrez/ with Al Tantay, George Estregan, Orestes Ojeda, Emil Sandoval DIRECTOR : Nilo Saez
Materyales Fuertes (1986){LT: Luxurious}
MAIN CAST: Myrna Castillo, Mishelle Zobel and Lola/ with George Estregan, Dick Israel, Mark Joseph, Bobby Benitez & Toots Papa ; DIRECTOR : Tata Esteban
Mga Nakaw na Sandali (1986) { LT : Stolen Moments } MAIN CAST: Maria Isabel Lopez, Al Tantay, Liz Alindogan, Ronaldo Valdez and Stela Suarez, Jr. DIRECTOR: Nilo Saez
Nagaapoy na Gabi {LT : Burning Night } MAIN CAST : Maureen Mauricio, Zandro Zamora, Nick Romano, Scarlet Suarez, Eddie del Mar, Jr., Lito Anzures and Kristal Kristobal / Directed by Tito Sanchez(1986)
Paraisong Gubat (1986) { LT: Jungle Paradise } MAIN CAST: Cristina Crisol, Azenith Briones, Josephine Manuel, Lito Gruet and Tanya Gomez ; DIRECTOR : Tito Sanchez
Private Show (1986) MAIN CAST: Jaclyn Jose, Gino Antonio and Leopoldo Salcedo ; DIRECTOR : Sixto Kayko (aka- Chito Rono)
Puri (1984) { TL: Purity/Virginity } MAIN CAST: Dennis Roldan, Jaime Fabregas, Joey Hipolito, Leonard Urso, Lorli Villanueva, Stella Strada, Tani Cinco DIRECTOR : Elwood Perez
Room 69 (1985) MAIN CAST: Irma Alegre, Pepsi Paloma, Emily Loren, Myra Manibog, Glenda Araneta, Lito Gruet, Raul Calma and Sarsi Emmanuelle ; DIRECTOR : Artemio Marquez
Sabik, Kasalanan Ba? (1986) {LT: Sex-starved, Is it a sin?}
MAIN CAST: George Estregan, Daria Ramirez, Tani Cinco, Maureen Mauricio, Gino Antonio and Joy Sumilang ; DIRECTOR: Lito De Guzman
Scorpio Nights (1985) MAIN CAST: Anna Marie Guttierrez, Daniel Fernando, Orestes Ojeda DIRECTOR: Peque Gallaga
Selos (1987) { LT: Jealousy } MAIN CAST: Amanda Amores, Bobby Benitez, Cherrie Madrigal, Ronald Nepomuceno
Sensual (1986) MAIN CAST: Charito Solis, Chanda Romero, Lito Gruet and Barbra Benitez/ DIRECTOR: Marilou Diaz-Abaya
Sex Education (1984) MAIN CAST: Edgar Mande, Rey 'PJ' Abellana, Lito Pimentel, Greggy Liwag and Stella Strada/ with Melinda Mendez, Manjo del Mundo/ DIRECTOR: Mike Relon Makiling
Shame (1983)- MAIN CAST: Robert Arevalo, Patrick dela Rosa and Claudia Zobel/ DIRECTOR: Elwood Perez
Silip (1986) {LT: Peek / Peep }
MAIN CAST : Maria Isabel Lopez, Mark Anthony, Sarsi Emmanuel DIRECTOR: Elwood Perez
Snake Sisters (1984) MAIN CAST: Sarsi Emmanuelle, Coca Nicolas, Pepsi Paloma/ DIRECTOR: Celso Ad Castillo
Stop: Abortion (1986) MAIN CAST: Greggy Liwag, Mishelle Zobel, Didith Romero, Delia Razon, Anthony East and Lampel Cojuangco ; DIRECTOR: Leonardo Q. Belen
Sumagad sa Laman, Tumagos sa Buto (1986) {LT: It Penetrated the Flesh and the Bone}
MAIN CAST: Cristina Crisol, Maureen Mauricio, Jenny Varga and Rowena Ruiz/ with Ramon Zamora, George Estregan, Charlie Davao DIRECTOR: Henry Rufino
Takaw Tukso (1986) { LT: Tempation-Hungry } MAIN CAST: Anna Marie Gutierrez, Gino Antonio, Julio Diaz and Jaclyn Jose / DIRECTOR: W. Pascual
Tubog sa Ginto (1980) { official translation: The Gilt } MAIN CAST: Eddie Garcia, Hilda Koronel, Jay Ilagan, Lolita Rodriguez, Luis Gonzales, Mario O'Hara, Marissa Delgado, Veronica Palileo DIRECTOR: Lino Brocka
Tukso sa Mundo (1986) { LT : Temptation in the World } MAIN CAST: Daniel Fernando, Tani Cinco, Mishelle Zobel, Didith Romero and Maureen Mauricio ; DIRECTOR: Eduardo Palmos
Unang Gabi (1986) { First Night } MAIN CAST: Maria Isabel Lopez, Vida Verde, George Estregan, Cristina Crisol and Orestes Ojeda/ DIRECTOR: Anthony Taylor
Unfaithful Wife (1986) MAIN CAST: Michael de Mesa, Joel Torre and Anna Marie Gutierrez/ Directed byPeque Gallaga
Virgin Forest (1985) MAIN CAST: Stars Sarsi Emmanuelle, Miguel Rodriguez/ Introducing Abel Jurado/ DIRECTOR: Peque Gallaga
Virgin People (1983) MAIN CAST: Janet Bordon, Myrna Castillo, Pepsi Paloma/ Directed by Celso Ad Castillo
White Slavery (1985) MAIN CAST: Sarsi Emmanuelle, Emily Loren, Jacklyn Jose, Patrick dela Rosa, Ricky Davao/ DIRECTOR: Lino Brocka
Sex-oriented films also paved the way for highly respected actresses such as Alma Moreno and Jacklyn Jose just like Hollywood's Demi Moore and Sharon Stone.
If you're Filipino, you'll surely recognize a lot of the 'bold stars' below who have 'graduated' from doing sex-oriented films and have catapulted themselves into well-respected and award-winning artists in the Philippines.
However, most sexy stars and particularly the 'bomba' stars who joined the 'PENE-bandwagon' during this era who gained fame and notoriety in the mid-80's faded out of the limelight after a few years of prominence in Philippine cinema.
It's very interesting that the so-called PENE movies proliferated during the time of the newly installed revolutionary government of President Cory Aquino in the mid-80's. In fact, in 1986 alone, more than 30 erotic movies which are called 'BOLD' or 'BOMBA' films by locals were shown in mainstream cinemas. Most of these bold flicks not only featured lots of frontal nudity but actual sex scenes called 'PENE' short for penetration. Did the political turmoil and brouhaha surrounding the new administration caused such tolerance by a very conservative country?
PENE SCENES FROM 80's FILMS:
Currently, PORN is illegal in the Philippines but is somehow tolerated as you can see people OPENLY buying and selling pirated copies of foreign PORN movies and also a few underground Filipino PORN which usually feature sex scandals of locals recorded on video. Celebrity sex scandals such as the Jojo Veloso scandal from way back then and the most recent Doctor Hayden Kho sex scandal featuring popular mainstream actresses Katrina Halili and Maricar Reyes are some of the most controversial sex scandals that made headlines nationwide.
The uncensored video clip below is a sample of Filipino porn on the internet which is probably made by foreigners.
A recent Indie film, 'Serbis' by Brillante Mendoza featured very explicit scenes such as frontal nudity of the female lead, oral sex between a shemale and a guy as well as an erect penis of the male lead, Coco Martin. The film received praise from Hollywood actor Sean Penn the first time it was shown at Cannes.
Here's a sample of an underground porn film with an all-Filipino Cast:
If you're gay, just ignore the pechays and if you're lesbian, just ignore the okras.
If you have problems downloading or would like to request for something funsxy, feel free to contact my friend through SKYPE: coolmultilingual or YM: cmultilingual.
P.S.: There's this humorous film starring Eddie Garcia and some old comedians which was a sex-comedy that I'm sure every Filipino would find interesting.
Batuta ni Drakula (1971) { LT: Dracula's Baton [ MAIN CAST: Eddie Garcia, Panchito, Marilou Ver, Vina Morena, Vicky Sandoval, Pugak, Jerry Pons/ Directed by Luis San Juan
CULTURAL NOTE: 'Batuta' is a sort of euphemism for the Tagalog term for 'cock /schlong' which in the Tagalog language is 'burat'. The lead star of this funny film became known as 'Manoy' which is another euphemism for the male private part.
If you are interested in funsxy Filipino LGBT films such as the films below, feel free to visit: http://funsxylgbt.blogspot.com/
The video clip below contains sexplicit language which is kinda funny.
Can you guess from which award-winning sexplicit film the clip above was taken from?
The horny girl is played by the 'sexcellent' actress Anna Marie Guttierez while the guy's name, whose 'titi' she missed a lot is Daniel Fernando who boldly showed his erect manhood in the uncensored version of this film.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
SEX ED, Religion and Adult Parodies
Visit: http://uncorg.blogspot.com/
(And carefully read the first post if you want to get uncensored films )
You can also get TV series such as the ones below:
If you want CLIPS or the entire film, follow the instructions above.
Have you seen Gotham City's Caped Crusader Batman and his sidekick Robin having raunchy sex with the likes of Batgirl and Catwoman?
Well, just check out the movie poster and some screencaps below.
Or perhaps, the TWILIGHT TRILOGY TRIPLE X?
And what about the controversial Tiger Woods and Lindsay Lohan?
Just a few days ago, I gave my very good friend my collection of ADULT PARODIES from X-Rated ET Spoofs to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turles parodied in Spanish (Las Tortugas Mutantes Pinjas), Batman XXX & Souperman to This Isn't The Twilight Saga : Eclipse for his birthday.
If you want videos like this, feel free to contact my buddy through YM: cmultilingual or SKYPE: coolmultilingual
Here is the CENSORED trailer of Batman XXX.
The acting was surprisingly good and the script was well-written...and the sex scenes, consequently, were highly titillating.
I'll upload the uncensored trailer soon.
IS YOUR FAVORITE SHOW INCLUDED BELOW? Mine is. hehehe. Imagine Monica, Chandler, Phoebe, Ross, Rachel and Joey getting it on with one another. hehehe.
X-Rated E.T. spoofs:
Etesão, Quanto Mais Sexo Melhor (from Brazil) http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0441257/
I'll EDIT THIS POST SOON...
For homoerotic/lesbirotic stuff, feel free to visit: http://funsxylgbt.blogspot.com/
Sex is perhaps the most misunderstood but most exciting and desirable subject for any normal Homo Sapien on earth. We all know that religious and traditional beliefs were established long before SCIENCE was born. As a result, many people have been conditioned to believe in so many erroneous beliefs about SEX and Human Sexuality.
This is why we believe that SEX EDUCATION, which should INCLUDE Human Sexuality Education, must be included in the school's curriculum so as to inform everyone about the FACTS and not just beliefs based on subjective and uneducated interpretations of our ancestors. There is currently so much ignorance about Human Sexuality in most societies in different countries especially in less developed countries mainly due to the exclusion of Human SEXuality education in most schools.
Traditional sectors of the society and the Church are consistently blocking and hindering efforts by the scientific community to include SEX ED and H.S. EDUCATION in the school's curricula. These traditional institutions deprive people access to FACTUAL information about Human Sexuality and thereby contribute a lot in causing overpopulation and social problems such as pollution, unemployment, poor health, higher crime rates and poverty which all primarily stem from excessive population.
I will be starting a blog about SEX ED and as well as about RELIGION and SCIENCE pretty soon. The SEX ED blog will focus on most commonly misunderstood human sexuality issues and the religion-science blog will expose the essential facts and data about religion, uncensored, i.e. will expose not only the GREAT things (e.g. humanitarian and charitable efforts) about religion but also its BAD SIDE (e.g. s.)
We all know that RELIGION/the CHURCH is man-made and our ancestors who authored books and scriptures deemed and believed to be 'PERFECT' by religious people are merely HUMAN BEINGS like us. The authors of the Bible, Koran, Vedas and other so-called sacred scriptures DID NOT STUDY human sexuality like Scientists did who came up with the facts about Human Sexuality - The FACTS about human sexuality which many people still do not know due to this super powerful and super wealthy man-made institution's relentless efforts to BLOCK and IMPEDE opposing efforts to include such sort of education to enlighten the society.
So why do most people still believe tenets on human sexuality considering the fact that the authors who contrived such belief sytems were NOT educated about human sexuality?
--- It's because of CONDITIONING and the FEAR that religion has instilled in their minds ~~~ most of us were conditioned to be afraid to question religious FAITH ---The Church has made people believe in primitive concepts of sin, salvation and eternal suffering in hell... and so many people have been lured. After all, who wouldn't want to be saved? But very, very few noticed how irrational and unfair many religious tenets really are, some of which do not even make logical sense.
Would you even be surprised to know how wealthy religious institutions are? You do know that religious masses and most religious celebrations such as baptisms and church weddings oblige participants to give money to the church and the Church's motto has always been 'the more generous you give to the Church, the more generous God will be to you.'
If you research about the history of religion (choose OBJECTIVE, scientific sources and not biased religious ones) and the Church, you'll find out so many more surprising and shocking stuff about this super powerful and rich social institution including the its very dark past (e.g. Inquisition era)
Of course, religion has a very good humanitarian side. But wouldn't it be more rational to hypothesize that if God(s) really do(es) exist, S/he/They would want everyone to focus on humanity such as doing humanitarian deeds and also 'other-living-things-and-nature-friendly' acts rather than dwelling on unresolvable metaphysical stuff such as worshipping God, etc. Do you really think (a) Divine, Supreme being(s) would require worshipping, praise, donations for attending masses, getting married/baptized et al. or is it really the man-made institution, which is THE CHURCH, that wants a part of your income, i.e. TITHE ?
Wouldn't it be better if all these religious institutions spent MORE (what they usually spend on air-conditioned buildings, vehicles, so-called sacred ornaments such as costly chandeliers, statues, etc.) on the less fortunate and on funding charitable institutions?
Excuse my digression. Just wanted to share my well-thought-of POVs. Comments will be very much appreciated.


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East Asia and Pacific Regional UNGEI Notebook
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The partners of the United Nations Girls' Education Initiative (UNGEI), East Asia and the Pacific (EAP) and South Asia (SA) have produced the UNGEI EAP Notebook featuring the winning drawings of the 2012-2013 UNGEI drawing contest, entitled 'A World Where All Girls and Boys are Empowered through Quality Education'.
The annual UNGEI drawing contest aims to raise public awareness of regional issues of gender equality in education while literally painting a picture of the benefits of education for all children. This year the contest was open to all nationals and residents in the Asia-Pacific region aged 18 years or under and more than 800 young people from 15 countries across the region submitted their drawings illustrating What can a teacher do to ensure girls and boys benefit equally from quality education? 15 winners from each of the participating countries were selected by the public.


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The N.B.A. has long hoped to be released from its financial obligation to Ozzie and Daniel Silna, brothers who owned the Spirits of St. Louis in the defunct American Basketball Association.
But it has never been easy. The Spirits were excluded from the 1976 merger of the two leagues. So the Silnas watched unhappily as the New York (now Brooklyn) Nets, the Denver Nuggets, the Indiana Pacers and the San Antonio Spurs were absorbed into the N.B.A. But the Silnas negotiated an astonishing benefit that was critical to the merger: an agreement to be paid one-seventh of the national television revenue that each of the four teams was to receive, as long as the league continued to exist. That amounted to being paid in perpetuity, and so far, the deal has provided the Silnas with about $300 million.
Their deal is as much a part of A.B.A. history as red, white and blue basketballs, the 3-point line and the big Afros of Julius Erving and Darnell Hillman. It is a lasting memory of how, through luck or prescience, the Silnas and their lawyer, Donald Schupak, capitalized on the league's growing popularity.
The N.B.A. has tried to buy them out, including an effort before the financial crash in 2008. Negotiations have picked up in the last six to nine months.
On Tuesday, the Silnas, the league and the four former A.B.A. teams will announce a conditional deal that will end the Silnas' golden annuity. Almost.
The Silnas are to receive a $500 million upfront payment, financed through a private placement of notes by JPMorgan Chase and Merrill Lynch, according to three people with direct knowledge of the agreement. The deal would end the enormous perpetual payments and settle a lawsuit filed in federal court by the Silnas that demanded additional compensation from sources of television revenue that did not exist in 1976, including NBA TV, foreign broadcasting of games and League Pass, the service that lets fans watch out-of-market games.
Still, the league is not getting rid of the Silnas altogether. They will continue to get some television revenue, some of it from the disputed sources named in their lawsuit, through a new partnership that is to be formed with the Nets, the Pacers, the Nuggets and the Spurs, according to the people with knowledge of the agreement. But at some point, the Silnas can be bought out of their interest in the partnership.
The Silnas, of course, did not have to settle. They could have continued to make money from the N.B.A., without ever having to invest in players or build an arena. Clearly, their old agreement would have to be honored as long as the N.B.A. continued to exist.
But there is a reluctance, more by Daniel, 69, than Ozzie, 80, to keep fighting the league, said one of the people who discussed the agreement. Although wealthy people often plan their estates, much of the Silnas' riches from the N.B.A. is already in family trusts.
Bob Costas, the NBC sportscaster who called Spirits games, said in a telephone interview, "My guess is that for the N.B.A., the upside is that in the foreseeable future, there will come a time when they will not have to look at this and blanch and it will be in the past."
League officials declined to comment because the settlement must be approved by the judge, Loretta A. Preska, who has presided over the case in United States District Court in Manhattan.
The Silnas' deal resonates, at least in part, because it appears that they snookered the league, or, more accurately, the Nets, the Pacers, the Nuggets and the Spurs, who dealt directly with the brothers.
But Michael Goldberg, the A.B.A.'s former general counsel, recalled in a recent interview that the four teams were desperate to get into the N.B.A. and willing to satisfy the Silnas.
"Schupak said they'd take TV rights in perpetuity as a kind of Hail Mary to get money down the road," he said. "What was missing was someone saying, 'Thirty years, 50 years, or until something happens, and it's over.' "
The Spirits got a sweeter deal than the Kentucky Colonels, who were also not absorbed into the league. John Y. Brown, the Colonels' owner, got $3 million to fold his team.
And while the Silnas, who were planning to move the franchise to Utah at the time of the merger, did not bring a roster that included Caldwell Jones and Marvin Barnes into the N.B.A., they got a $2.2 million payment — and all that television money. They never acquired another team and have attended to their investments (some of which went sour during the Bernard L. Madoff Ponzi scheme).
But their deal, widely called the greatest in sports history, if not in American business, lives on as a remnant of the marriage of the undercapitalized A.B.A. and the N.B.A. in its mid-1970s doldrums, before Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and Michael Jordan.
"The only way to appreciate this," Goldberg said, "is to go back in a time capsule to the bidding wars between the leagues; the N.B.A. tiring of them, and saying, 'Let's take four teams, but not St. Louis and Kentucky, and we'll move on.' "


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EL PASO, Texas, Jan. 24 (UPI) -- Actor and martial arts specialist Steven Seagal has been sworn in as a New Mexico sheriff's deputy, officials said.
The El Paso (Texas) Times reported the 60-year-old action film star was sworn in as a Dona Ana County deputy by Sheriff Todd Garrison Tuesday.
He is considered a reserve officer and can carry out police work only while accompanied by a commissioned peace officer. The actor is expected to take part in border security training soon, the newspaper said.
Seagal became a part-time deputy in sparsely populated Hudspeth County in far West Texas in 2011. He also headlined the A&E reality series "Steven Seagal: Lawman," which followed his adventures as a deputy with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office in Louisiana.
"Mr. Seagal has spent decades in law enforcement training, and has a special interest in the unique challenges our department faces along the border," Dona Ana County Undersheriff Eddie Lerma said in a statement to the Times. "He has been an asset to other border communities, where he believes public safety is of particular concern. We are honored to bring that experience to this department as well."
Seagal's films include "Machete," "Out for Justice" and "Under Siege."


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It turns out there's a connection between soda consumption and obesity. Shocking, we know.
According to a new study from UCLA -- "Bubbling Over: Soda Consumption and Its Link to obesity in California" -- those delicious cans of soda are making us fat. And what's worse is that soda is making our children fat, according to publichealthadvocacy.org:
The study found that 41 percent of children (ages 2 - 11), 62 percent of adolescents (ages 12 - 17) and 24 percent of adults drink at least one soda or other sugar-sweetened beverage every day. Regardless of income or ethnicity, adults who drink one or more sodas or other sugar-sweetened beverages every day are 27 percent more likely to be overweight or obese.
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"The science is clear and conclusive: Soda is fueling California's $41 billion a year obesity epidemic," said one of the study's authors, Dr. Harold Goldstein. "We drink soda like water. But unlike water, soda serves up a whopping 17 teaspoons of sugar in every 20-ounce serving."
Researchers interviewed more than 43,000 adults and 4,000 adolescents from every county in California, according to publichealthadvocacy.org.
Goldstein also said that over the last 30 years, Americans consumed at least 278 more calories per day even as physical activity levels remained static. During that period, he said, soda accounted for as much as 43 percent of the new calorie intake.
"If we're serious about curbing the obesity epidemic, we have to start with the biggest culprit," Goldstein told the Daily News. "Sodas are at or near the top of the list."
The American Beverage Association called shenanigans on the study:
"This study does not demonstrate cause and effect because, like all epidemiological studies, it looks at correlations. In fact, the compendium of science shows that soft drinks do not uniquely contribute to obesity or any other chronic disease. A review published in Nutrition Research Reviews concludes that there is little evidence from epidemiological studies that sugar-sweetened drinks are more likely than any other source of calories to lead to obesity..."


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Livan Hernandez makes his Rockies debut this afternoon. As expected, the Rockies designated Kip Wells, and what's left of his $3.1 million contract, for assignment. The bottom line, Hurdle said, was the Wells just didn't pitch well enough to take up space on the roster.
Had the Rockies taken care of business and not lost three of four to the Washington Generals … err, Nationals last week at home, Hernandez's start would be big news. Now it's just another start by another pitcher in what's become a frustrating season. Even with the D-Backs losing four straight, the Rockies failed to gain ground, remaining seven games out in the NL West.
It's almost laughable that the Rockies are still in the conversation as a division contender.
What Hurdle wants most from Hernandez is innings and a decent chance to win. Hurdle figures that if Hernandez gives his new team six decent frames, the trio of Manny Corpas, Taylor Buchholz and Brian Fuentes will take care of the rest.
That scenario's dependent, of course, on the Rockies' schizophrenic offense putting its best face forward. That hasn't been the case of late. During the first six games of this crucial homestand, the Rockies have hit .196 (9-for-46) with runners in scoring position. Prior to this flop of a homestand, the Rockies were hitting .302 (61-for-202) with RISP in their first 17 games after the all-star break.
Padres starter Chris Young has had a so-so season (4-4, 4.06) thus far, but he owns the Rockies. The big right-hander is 5-1 with a 2.40 ERA in 10 career starts vs. the Rockies. Young has a 2.42 ERA at Coors Field.
To combat that history, Hurdle has tweaked today's lineup, filling it with left-handed bats. Omar Quintanilla leads off and plays second base and Cory Sullivan bats second, getting a rare start in center.
Here are the lineups for today's game:
CF Jody Gerut
SS Luis Rodriguez
RF Brian Giles
1B Adrian Gonzalez
3B Kevin Kouzmanoff
LF Chase Headley
2B Edgar Gonzalez
C Luke Carlin
RHP Chris Young
2B Omar Quintanilla
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RF Brad Hawpe
1B Garrett Atkins
3B Ian Stewart
SS Troy Tulowitzki
C Yorvit Torrealba
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News & Notes: Game 106
Thursday, July 28, 2011 (7:05 p.m.) – Coca-Cola Field
TV: Time Warner Cable SportsNet 13
Radio: WWKB AM 1520, bisons.com
Buffalo Bisons (43-62, 5th(-19.0), North)
LHP Mark Cohoon (3-6, 6.20)
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees (56-47, 3rd(-5.0), North)
LHP Greg Smith (3-2, 5.45)
TODAY'S GAME: Tonight, the Buffalo Bisons host the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees in the third game of a four-game series from Coca-Cola Field (1:05 p.m.). The Herd has lost two straight to the Yankees to begin this set and are now just 1-5 on the eight-game homestand. On Saturday, the Bisons will begin a season-long 10-game roadtrip with stops in Lehigh Valley, Rochester, Pawtucket and Syracuse.
VS. THE YANKS: The Bisons have lost four straight games against Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and are now just 4-7 against the Yankees this season. Buffalo has not won a home series over the Yanks since sweeping a three-game set, June 27-29, 2008. Since returning the International League in 1998, the Bisons and Yankees have evenly split the 218 games between the teams.
ON THE HILL: LHP MARK COHOON will make his 11th start of the season for the Herd. The southpaw allowed three runs in five innings on Saturday in a loss to Pawtucket. Cohoon has allowed three earned runs or less in six of his last seven starts. He gave up three runs in six innings in his last outing against the Yankees, a loss on July 7 at PNC Field (0BB, 7K).
ROSTER MOVE: C DUSTY RYAN has been promoted from Double-A Binghamton. The catcher played three games with the Bisons in April before missing 75 games on the disabled list with a right knee meniscus tear. He joined the B-Mets on July 5 and hit .238 (15-63) with three home runs in 15 games. The Mets recalled C MIKE NICKEAS earlier today.
Mr. VP: INF VALENTINO PASCUCCI leads the International League with 70RBI on the season, two more than Gwinnett's Stefan Gartrell. The slugger also leads the IL in walks (57) and is tied for 3rd with a .389 on-base percentage. Pascucci brings a season-high eight-game hit streak into tonight's game with a .391 (11-29) average since July 20.
BISONS BITS: C DUSTY RYAN has yet to play at Coca-Cola Field as all three games he played earlier this season were on the road…All nine Bisons starters had exactly one hit in yesterday's loss…The Bisons enter tonight's game with a season-high eight players on the disabled list.
METS UPDATE: The Mets (53-51) have traded OF CARLOS BELTRAN to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for RHP ZACH WHEELER. Wheeler was the Giants' first-round pick in 2009 and was 7-5 with a 3.99ERA from Single-A San Jose this year. Baseball America rank Wheeler as the 35th best prospect in the minor leagues.