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Doxazosin by Pro Doc
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Doxazosin belongs to the family of medications called antihypertensives, specifically the alpha-1 receptor antagonists (alpha blockers). It is used to treat mild to moderate high blood pressure. It may be used alone or in combination with other medications that treat high blood pressure. It works to control blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.
It is also used to treat the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH or enlarged prostate). It works to relax the muscles around the neck of the bladder, allowing urine to flow out more freely. You may notice an improvement in symptoms within 1 to 2 weeks.
This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
How should I use this medication?
High blood pressure: The recommended adult dose of doxazosin ranges from 1 mg to 16 mg daily, depending on the needs and circumstances of the person. The recommended initial dose of doxazosin for blood pressure is 1 mg once daily. This dose can be doubled every 1 to 2 weeks to a maximum of 16 mg once daily.
BPH: The recommended dose for symptoms of enlarged prostate ranges from 1 mg to 8 mg once daily, depending on the needs and circumstances of the person. The recommended initial dose of doxazosin for BPH is 1 mg once daily. This dose can be doubled every 1 to 2 weeks to a maximum of 8 mg once daily.
Doxazosin can be taken with or without food.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store this medication at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
This medication is available as 1 mg, 2 mg, and 4 mg tablets.
Who should NOT take this medication?
Do not take this medication if you are allergic to doxazosin, quinazolines or any ingredients of the medication.
What side effects are possible with this medication?
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking this medication. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
- abdominal pain
- anxiety
- depression
- dizziness or lightheadedness (e.g., when rising from a lying or sitting position)
- fainting (sudden)
- muscle twitching
- shortness of breath
- swelling of feet or lower legs
- vision changes
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
- painful or prolonged erection of the penis (priapism) – although extremely rare, this condition requires immediate medical attention
- chest pain
- rapid, pounding, or irregular heart beat
- symptoms of a severe allergic reaction (e.g., rash; hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of the mouth, tongue, face, or throat)
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.
Are there any other precautions or warnings for this medication?
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication.
Blood cell counts: This medication may cause leukopenia (low white blood cell count), which can mean your immune system is weak. If you develop a fever, talk to your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor will also perform blood tests regularly to monitor your blood cell counts.
BPH: Doxazosin therapy does not cure or change the natural course of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH or enlarged prostate). It does not slow down or stop the progression of BPH. Note that BPH is not the same thing as prostate cancer, although they do cause many of the same symptoms. It is possible for men to have both BPH and prostate cancer at the same time.
Your doctor may check for prostate cancer before starting doxazosin and once a year after you turn 50 years old (40 years old if you have a family member who has had prostate cancer).
Drowsiness/reduced alertness: Due to the possibility of excessive lowering of blood pressure, people taking doxazosin should avoid driving or performing hazardous tasks for 24 hours after the first dose, after the dose is increased, and when the medication is started again after not taking it for a period of time. They should also avoid situations where injury could result from loss of consciousness.
Liver and kidney: If you have reduced liver function, are taking medications that reduce liver metabolism, or have reduced kidney function, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Low blood pressure: The first or first few doses of doxazosin can cause a marked lowering of blood pressure, especially when moving from a sitting or lying position to a standing position, and may even result in a loss of consciousness. A similar effect can occur if therapy is started again after stopping for more than a few doses. These effects are most likely to occur 2 to 6 hours after taking the medication.
While loss of consciousness due to excessive blood pressure lowering is the most severe side effect of doxazosin, other symptoms of low blood pressure such as dizziness, lightheadedness, or loss of sense of balance can occur.
Lie down when symptoms of low blood pressure occur and be careful when getting up from a lying position (move slowly). If dizziness, lightheadedness, or palpitations are bothersome, report them to your doctor so that dose adjustment can be considered.
The likelihood of excessive lowering of blood pressure can be reduced by the doctor limiting the initial dose of doxazosin to 1 mg, by increasing the dosage slowly, and by starting any other blood pressure medication as directed by your doctor.
Long-term use: Long-term safety and efficacy (i.e., for more than 4 years) have not yet been established for the use of doxazosin in the treatment of BPH.
PDE-5 inhibitors: If you are taking a PDE-5 inhibitor (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil) while taking this medication, you may be at risk for low blood pressure. Talk to your doctor.
Pregnancy: There are no studies on the effect of using this medication during pregnancy. This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if this medication passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking this medication, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding. In general, women should not breast-feed while taking this medication.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using this medication have not been established for children. It is not recommended for use by children.
Seniors: Seniors may experience excessive lowering of blood pressure or dizziness when they take doxazosin. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
What other drugs could interact with this medication?
There may be an interaction between doxazosin and any of the following:
- other medications that reduce blood pressure (e.g., thiazide diuretics, beta-blockers, other alpha-blockers)
- PDE-5 inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil)
- rituximab
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
- stop taking one of the medications,
- change one of the medications to another,
- change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
- leave everything as is.
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with this medication. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
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Prince Harry plays polo match in Greenwich for charity
GREENWICH -- Not since John, Paul, Ringo and George has staid-old Greenwich been so rapt over a British import -- this time, Prince Harry.
Third in line to the British throne, making him somewhat of an authority on the sport of kings, Harry was fittingly credited with the winning goal Wednesday in a charity polo match that netted more than $1 million for his foundation.
Proceeds from the regal, invitation-only affair went toward Sentebale, an organization co-founded by Harry that helps children in the deeply impoverished African nation of Lesotho.
The red-headed royal with a penchant for charity like his late mother, Princess Diana -- and mischief -- Harry commanded attention from the very start of his visit to the Greenwich Polo Club for a pre-match luncheon.
"It just takes a single visit to fall in love with the Lesotho people," he said, clad in a blue blazer and white dress shirt with the top button open.
The fashion world elite and polo set fawned over the 28-year-old, who culminated a six-day goodwill tour of the U.S. by hoisting a silver trophy with his victorious Sentebale Land Rover teammates.
"I don't like to run on the field and chase him like a teenager," said Natalie Pray, Greenwich branch president of the English-Speaking Union. "I think if you want to get close to Harry, you have to get on a horse."
On the victory podium, Harry received a kiss on the cheek from supermodel Karolina Kurkova, one of two former Victoria's Secret Angels in the stands.
The other was Stephanie Seymour, who is married to the polo-playing newsprint magnate and Greenwich Polo Club owner Peter Brant. Seymour glammed it up for the cameras on a makeshift red carpet where moments before, the eccentric fashion icon Valentino sashayed in a puffer vest and scarf.
"That's a blast from the past," Seymour said of her modeling days.
Harry spoke for five minutes during the lunch, greeting the microphone with a mild grimace before turning on the charm. He murmured a few jokes about his opponents, but focused his remarks on Sentebale's mission in Lesotho.
Sentebale translates to "forget-me-not," and the flower is incorporated in the charity's logo. The mission of the organization is to provide resources for the nearly 500,000 orphans and vulnerable children who are victims of poverty and the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Lesotho.
The prince said it was a privilege to visit schoolchildren in the African nation in February, a trip that included a stop at a center for the deaf supported by the charity.
The luncheon's organizers auctioned off a rare bottle of Royal Salute whiskey, a $26,000 Garrard Necklace and a round of golf with actress Catherine Zeta-Jones.
"Your money will become a roof, a building, a bed," Harry said.
Nacho Figueras, captain of the rival St. Regis polo team, appealed to the well-heeled dignitaries to open up their checkbooks.
"The love you feel back from these children is the closest I feel to the love coming back from my own children," said Figueras, a father of four.
The Argentine, who moonlights as a Ralph Lauren model, took the opportunity to engage in some gamesmanship.
"We are secretly taking bets for the game," he said. "The smart move would be to bet on my team."
Tracking Harry's every move was a horde of media and paparazzi, many of them from U.K.-based tabloids. They brought rain with them, making many feel right at home in this town that shares a name with a district in southeast London.
"A lot of people on this side of the pond have really warm receptions for him," Torquhil Campbell, the Scottish Duke of Argyll and a veteran of the polo circuit himself, told Greenwich Time in an interview before match.
Although they did not get a personal introduction to the prince, a trio of Greenwich office holders got swept up in the moment.
"Valentino just said, `Nice tie, very colorful,' " said Selectman Drew Marzullo, who bought a floral-pattern Vineyard Vines Kentucky Derby tie for the occasion and posed for a picture with the Italian designer.
First Selectman Peter Tesei, the town's chief elected official, raved about his royal highness, HRH for short.
"Prince Harry has got a lot of charisma," Tesei said. "Again, I think he's a role model for all of us."
In the spirit of polo, Selectman David Theis wore a tie with stirrups on it.
"Star-gazers," Theis quipped.
The guest list, which numbered 400 people, included American socialite Olivia Palermo, Michelle Obama's "it" inaugural dress designer Jason Wu and Oprah Winfrey's BFF -- that's best friend forever -- Gayle King. They dined on filet of beef with string beans, carrots, potatoes and salad. The vegetarian option was gnocchi with shitake mushrooms.
Guests were presented with gift bags -- modest by polo standards -- with binoculars, a souvenir cap and a glass tumbler with the name of match sponsor Royal Salute, a Scotch whiskey brand.
Brant, who worked the match as a referee, characterized Harry's visit as an honor.
"I think it's great for the community and polo," he said.
Rivaling a presidential visit, the polo club was put into lockdown ahead of the arrival of Harry's motorcade. A security detail of Greenwich police, State Department agents and the prince's own body guards protected Harry and babysat the notoriously aggressive royal watchers from the media.
Satellite trucks started lining up at the club's entrance at 8:15 a.m., more than three hours before the luncheon, which was held under a tent. The club is situated in Conyers Farm, a backcountry enclave with winding lanes and its own security force that is home to Oscar-winning filmmaker Ron Howard and professional wrestling matriarch Linda McMahon.
It is the type of place where people go to escape the paparazzi. But not when Harry comes to town, the same Harry who was photographed playing strip billiards last year with a young woman in Las Vegas.
Harry thanked the lunch gathering for a "wonderful week" in the United States. Placing his hand on his chest, he concluded with the words, "I thank you from the bottom of my heart."
Tickets to the event -- adorned with gold lettering over royal blue and white -- were in such high demand that not even Gov. Dannel P. Malloy scored an invite.
Most reporters were confined to a "media pen" and tent, where portable toilets were provided by the local company, Royal Flush, in a masterstroke of branding.
Harry wore the No. 1 jersey for the Land Rover team, as if any other number was a possibility. The eight players rode out onto the massive field escorted by a pair of Land Rovers, another product placement of a sponsor. They met in front of the grandstand for renditions of the "Star Spangled Banner" followed by "God Save the Queen."
"He's a very competitive and competent polo player," said Malcolm Borwick, captain of Harry's polo team.
Dawn Jones, the wife of actor Tommy Lee Jones, also suited up for the opposition and was named the match's most valuable player.
The prince caused a bit of stir in the first chucker -- there are four in a match -- when he changed horses. An early scoring opportunity for Harry was snuffed out by Figueras, eliciting shouts of "Nacho."
Harry's squad eventually jumped out to a 3-1 lead before the match was eventually knotted. The prince led one final attack, resulting in the winning goal with less than two minutes to play. It appeared as if he got the assist, but he was credited with the tally.
Such is the life of a prince.
Harry deferred to his teammates on the victory podium throughout much of the trophy presentation. What does one give a prince as parting gift? A bottle of 21-year-old Scotch whiskey, of course.
"He's so princely," Pray gushed on her way out of the grandstand.
Staff writer John Breunig contributed to this report.
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Marchesa Spring 2013
Is there a richer source of inspiration than India? For Keren Craig and Georgina Chapman, who infused the continent's rich silks and ornate embellishments into their colorful Spring 2013 collection for Marchesa, the answer is no.
Every dress that came down the runway featured some kind of decoration that pointed to the subcontinent: tunic and slim trousers cut from a pale gold brocade were embroidered and jeweled at their hems, and the silver cap-sleeved gown that Carolyn Murphy wore in the show was covered in lace. This was a literal interpretation of India, punched up with '60s shapes (cape sleeves, anyone?) and the energy of a glamorous Bollywood production.


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CDF History
Note: This Page Serves as an archive of the old articles removed from the CDF Main Page
The Concurrent Design Facility (CDF) was established at ESTEC in November 1998; on an experimental basis, under the sponsorship and initiative of the General Studies Program (GSP). The idea was to evaluate the use of Concurrent Engineering (CE) to create an integrated design environment for the assessments of future missions. The first case study was provided by the Central European Satellite for Advance Research (CESAR) mission assessment, performed from January to March 1999, which ESA had undertaken jointly with the Italian Space Agency (ASI) on behalf of the Central European Initiative (CEI). The design facility was named after the study: CesaR (Concurrent Engineering Set-up for Advanced Results).
The Experimental Phase
In ESA, the concurrent engineering method had already been partially applied in two mission assessment studies: Euromoon and Venus Sample Return. These examples were not concerned with the suitability of the method itself, being focussed more on the actual mission under definition rather than a permanent re-usable infrastructure.
The means to create the facility on an experimental basis was simply to organise the existing tools and human resources already employed for space-mission assessment studies in a more effective (i.e. concurrent) way. The accommodation comprised a design room, plus a meeting room and project support office space.
Due to the experimental nature of the exercise, existing equipment was used to build up the facility and the infrastructure was based on products already available within the office automation domain. This enabled the training time normally required, to be utilised instead to concentrate on the methodology.
The "Barrack" Era
The CESAR study was considered a success and allowed for an operational facility to be created, available to all ESA programmes. The only building available to house the facility was in temporary barracks. However, these were soon converted into a working CDF and it allowed for a more ergonomic layout and greater interaction of the participants. As well as hosting many pre-phase A assessment studies, this room was more amenable to different team layouts, allowing for reviews of industrial studies, Tiger Team reviews, videoconferences and presentations as well as many ad-hoc uses.
After more than 70 assessment studies and 12 industrial reviews many people had fond memories of the old facility, but of course the barracks were not permanent and it was always the intention to move. In December 2007 the move to the purpose built new CDF took place.
The CDF has become a reference point for other European partners in the application of this new approach and methodology to space mission design. Both industry and national space agencies are using the CDF as a guide to creating their own facilities and processes. In support of this, we provide advice and share our experiences with the goal of improving the design process of future space projects.


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Editor's Note: Today's guest blogger is Jeremy Ellis, General Manager of Brazos Bookstore, a neighborhood institution based in Houston, Texas.
Brazos Bookstore has been part of the Houston literary community since 1974. In addition to selling a diverse collection of books, we pride ourselves in connecting our community with authors from our area and around the globe. When the store's ownership changed in 2006 and the possibility of shutting down became known, the community of Brazos fans petitioned to keep our doors open. Thanks to them, we've been able to continue our long-standing tradition where we host author events, readings and exhibitions from writers such as Walter Cronkite, Julia Child, Kofi Annan, and P. J. O'Rourke, to name a few.
When I joined the staff in September 2011, Brazos was still operating in many ways as it did in the 70s and 80s. Employees would schedule the author series on a single paper calendar, and only one of our computers had email set up. All of our software was outdated, and the programs that were available ended up causing more roadblocks than value.
We needed a system that could better manage our day-to-day operations. Since I was already familiar with Google from personal use, moving the bookstore to Google Apps for Business was a natural transition. Today, all seven of our employees are able to access their email and calendars from any computer in the store, at home, and on their smartphones. This accessibility not only eases communication between the staff, but also keeps everyone up to speed on events, shipments and other activities at the shop.
Scheduling author visits on Google Calendar is easy, instant, and live, and it's saved us from double-booking authors. I'm now able to easily collaborate with our buyer when we're planning in-store events, which has streamlined the process for ordering books and helps me track book sales from author readings.
Google Apps has given us the organizational tools we need to continue serving Houston's literary and arts culture. Our vision over the past forty years hasn't changed, and now we have the technology to support our store for the future.


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So you're vacationing in Central Florida, and you've seen the big parks already. You've got one day left on your trip: What are you going to do?
Small tourist attractions fight hard for that "last-day dollar." Many regional attractions around Florida have closed over time, but Gatorland has operated in Central Florida for almost 70 years.
Gatorland was founded in 1949 by Owen Godwin, a colorful character known for his habit of dressing in full safari gear. He saw an opportunity for a wildlife-based, Old Florida roadside attraction, so he and his family established Gatorland along the Orange Blossom Trail (US 441). The property they purchased even had ready-made pits, perfect for alligators! Alligator pits, also called alligator holes, retain water during the dry season and attract prey for the alligator.
Godwin's over-the-top approach to marketing was well suited for the new attraction. He visited the northern states each summer to woo new customers, complete with his live alligator, Cannibal Jake, in tow. Meanwhile, visitors to Gatorland could walk above alligator pits on elevated boardwalks and observe other Florida wildlife, all for free!
Gatorland's donation-based business model was never particularly effective, but the park got by when it was just one of many roadside attractions in Central Florida. However, two things changed in the 1970s. First, Interstate 4 and Florida's Turnpike, which began operating in the 1960s, bypassed Gatorland. Consequently, the Godwins had to find a way to draw tourists to the park. Second, once Disney World and other mega-parks arrived on the scene, they provided entertainment to tourists over multiple days rather than just for a few hours.
How did Gatorland respond? By charging admission, of course! While this did lead to a drop in attendance for a while, it got them membership in the Florida Attractions Association (FAA) and thus listed in the FAA brochures found at every hotel.
In addition to more aggressive advertising, new CEO Frank Godwin (son of Owen) added attractions such as alligator wrestling and "Gator Jumparoo," where gators jumped out of the water and snatched store-bought chicken from a trainer's hands. Gatorland even became a major alligator farming and husbandry operation over the years.
Responding to Florida's tourism boom in the 1970s, Gatorland successfully made the transition over time from a family-owned roadside attraction to a small theme park run as a major corporation. You can find the park's full history in Dorothy Mays' 2009 article in the Florida Historical Quarterly, "Gatorland: Survival of the Fittest among Florida's Mid-Tier Tourist Attractions." If you're ever in the Orlando area, it's worth a visit!
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Partnership to Provide Many Benefits to Economic Crime Students, Including Greater Marketability, Higher Pay
UTICA, N.Y. (April 11, 2013) Utica College, the first college in the nation to establish a bachelor's degree program in fraud and financial crime investigation and a master's in Financial Crime and Compliance Management, has achieved another milestone: it is the first college in the U.S. to become an education partner with the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS).
The partnership will extend some very important benefits to both Online and on campus Utica College students, including free student membership for up to two years, as well as the ability to take the CAMS certification examination upon graduation for a significant discount. Current ACAMS members will also benefit from a 10% tuition rate discount and a waived application fee when applying to Utica College's online programs.
ACAMS is known worldwide as the premier organization dedicated to enhancing the knowledge and expertise of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing detection and prevention professionals. ACAMS certification is widely recognized among compliance professionals across the globe, and is often a requirement of employment in both the public and private sectors.
The need for anti-money laundering experts grows daily, industry experts say.
"It's not only banks and credit card companies that need to hire these professionals. Due to an increasingly complex regulatory environment – and an ever-more sophisticated, high-tech network of criminals - the need has extended to casinos, real estate agencies, precious metal and jewelry dealers, securities brokers, accountants, lawyers, insurance companies and more," said Suzanne Lynch, professor of practice and chair of economic crime programs at Utica College.
"Employers are looking for people with these specialized qualifications," said John J. Byrne, CAMS, ACAMS executive vice president. "Gone are the days of on-the-job training. The field is growing and changing quickly, a degree in compliance and fraud from Utica College, along with ACAMS certification is the best way to distinguish oneself as an expert fully qualified for anti-money laundering duties in business and government."
In addition, Byrne said, CAMS-certified professionals earn approximately 30 percent more than their non-certified peers.
ACAMS provides extensive professional resources to its more than 17,000 members in 160 countries, including customized training and peer networking opportunities.
"The interdisciplinary approach of Utica's economic crime and justice studies program delivers a broad based approach and educational foundation to a profession that is constantly evolving to keep up with both regulatory demands and criminal creativity," stated Byrne. "This coupled with the flexibility of completing the coursework online allows Utica economic crime and justice studies students to progress through educational advancement without stalling their professional careers in the process." Part of Utica College's internationally respected suite of economic crime and justice studies programs, the economic crime majors are taught by a remarkably accomplished professional faculty, using the industry's most current tools and techniques. Students have access to advanced technologies available in the college's state-of-the-art Economic Crime, Justice Studies, and Cybersecurity facility. Utica College is home to the Economic Crime Institute, the Computer Forensic Research and Development Center, and the Center for Identity Management and Information Protection (CIMIP).
For more information about ACAMS, visit www.acams.org. To learn more about Utica College's undergraduate fraud and financial crime investigation program, visit www.utica.edu/FFCI. To learn more about the college's specialized online master's degree in financial crime and compliance management, visit www.utica.edu/ecm.


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Two years ago, on October 30, 2010, the Opera Company of Philadelphia (OCP) brought together over 650 choristers from 28 participating organizations to perform one of the Knight Foundation's "Random Acts of Culture" at Macy's in Center City Philadelphia.
Accompanied by the Wanamaker Organ – the world's largest pipe organ – the OCP Chorus and throngs of singers from the community infiltrated the store as shoppers, and burst into the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's "Messiah" at 12 noon, to the delight of surprised shoppers.
This event is one of 1,000 "Random Acts of Culture" to be funded by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation over the next three years. The initiative transports the classical arts out of the concert halls and opera houses and into our communities to enrich our everyday lives.
I prefer to call it a foretaste of the Glory of God.
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It's been over a year and my desire to be in a game is strong.
I work with a great number of folks who feel the same way. One of them is supposed to be running a game, and has been in that state for a few months. On Friday he looked to me and said "I can't wait to play in YOUR campaign! When does it start?"
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Q. I went to buy sunscreen. I spend a lot of time in the pool and wanted to buy a sunscreen that was waterproof. I couldn't find any. Have the labels changed?
A: Most sunscreen products have new labels.
Mandated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the new rules should provide more useful information with fewer misleading terms.
"Waterproof" is one of the banned terms, replaced by "water-resistant." Labels of water-resistant sunscreens must clearly state how long they provide protection after water exposure or sweating. The FDA has also banned the term "sunblock." Instead, look for labels that state, "broad spectrum." A broad spectrum sunscreen must pass tests proving that it truly protects against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays.
When sunlight hits your skin, it's being exposed to UVA and UVB rays. UVB rays are the main cause of sunburn, while UVA rays can prematurely age and wrinkle skin. Both contribute to skin cancer. That's why you always want a broad spectrum product.
Sunscreens vary in their ability to protect against UVA and UVB based on their SPF, or sun protection factor. Sunscreen with an SPF of 15 would prevent your skin from turning red for 150 minutes under the same conditions. You might think that an SPF of 30 would work twice as well, but that's not necessarily the case. While SPF 15 filters out approximately 93 percent of all incoming UVB rays, SPF 30 filters out 97 percent and SPF 50 boosts that to 98 percent.
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. The FDA says you don't need a sunscreen with an SPF higher than 50.
Dr. Howard LeWine is an internist at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.


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June 25, 2011-Update: Mast is finished
Refinished and re-assembled
We have had a few really nice days just doing mast work under the coconut trees on the yacht club lawn. We have a work table set up and we have all of our tools handy and the work is going smoothly. It is warm and quiet and very satisfying to work here each day.
We have now completed all the work on the mast and it is ready to go back into the boat. All we have to do is get the boat ready for the mast; the keel bolt backing plates (those which live under the mast) need to be replaced. We've taken one out and have had a new plate made. There are two more which we will do as soon as the first one is back in. It makes sense to do these even though they don't need it yet because they are showing some deterioration and probably will need replacing in the next few years. We'd have to pull the rig again to do them then. Might as well do them now.
"Cruising: doing boat work in exotic places"
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Quick hit so we can talk about something other than how I'm a humorless, comics-hating, loveless feminist who thinks men should be arrested for talking to women in public: Feministing points to Spike TV's utterly appalling feature, "The Top 10 Actresses Past Their Expiration Date." Get it? Like milk! Ha ha!
If you can stand to look at the list, you may note, not without some bitter chuckling because that is the only laughter produced by feminist bodies, that what most of these women are criticized for are actually measures that they have taken so as not to look older. Thus the beauty ideal eats its own tail: age naturally, and you're a wrinkly hag; attempt to fix your haglike wrinkles and you're "a scary mix between Michael Jackson and the mummy of King Tut."
Here's the main complaint for each of the 10: too much Botox; too skinny; too chubby; too skinny; too squinty (?); too wild; too mannish; too much Botox; too much makeup; too old. So, there you go, Hollywood Ladiez, it's easy: just don't be any of those things, and the dudes at Spike will grace you with their hard-ons forever.


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MasterCard is testing payment cards with fingerprint sensors in South Africa and hopes to roll it out to the rest of the world by the end of the year, the company said Thursday.
The technology works in the same way as it does with mobile phone payments: users must have their finger over the sensor when making a purchase. Upon cardholders' registration, their fingerprint is converted to an encrypted digital template.
Tech experts have said that while using fingerprints is not foolproof, it is a "sensible" use of biometric technology, the BBC reported.
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"Whether unlocking a smartphone or shopping online, the fingerprint is helping to deliver additional convenience and security," Ajay Bhalla, president ofenterprise risk and security, said in a press release. "It's not something that can be taken or replicated and will help our cardholders get on with their lives knowing their payments are protected."
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Customise response boxes to reflect required answers and reduce completion errors. If asking for a persons date of birth, it makes sense to provide a box with the exact number of required digits and an example or guidance note to explain the format that the date should be entered in (DD/MM/YYYY).
In paper forms the specific sub-questions cannot be hidden from the user when they are not relevant to them - but in interactive forms this is relatively easy to do. Use progressive revealing as much as possible in your form design to shield your users from questions they do not need to see.


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Turn of the Century, 1910
Borbonese started life in Turin as a jewellery and fashion accessories brand supplying the most prestigious tailors in the city. In 2010, prominent milliner Lucia Lorenzoni Ginestrone took over the management of the workshop and the Borbonese brand was born.
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Umberto Borbonese Ginestrone, with his business partner Edoardo Calcagno, joined his mother in the family business and, thanks to his contacts with the emerging artists of the period, developed a sophisticated and eclectic flair, creating jewellery with innovative shapes and materials.
In the 1960s, the most prestigious names in couture, such as Fendi, Valentino, Ungaro, Galitzine and Yves Saint Laurent, collaborated with Borbonese on their own creations.
Borbonese began its collaboration with the Redwall company of Bologna, which remains a cornerstone for production today, creating a revolutionary range of bags combining light, unlined, unstructured shapes with unique softness and resistance.
Those years also saw the creation of the exclusive chamois leather with its O.P. (Occhio di Pernice – partridge eye) print, which was to become the brand's trademark.
To commemorate the landing of the first man on the moon, Borbonese created "Luna", one of its iconic bags that remains a cult item today.
Borbonese invented a veritable lifestyle, becoming a highly successful brand. Its collaboration with prestigious partners added value to the label and the homewear and furniture collections and a sophisticated line of furnishings was launched.
Always at the cutting edge and attentive to what was new in the world of art and design, Borbonese worked alongside architect Alberto Rolla on interior design projects.
New iconic bags were launched: "Sexy", "Mambo" and "Tango", in classic OP or in innovative materials with modern blends of leathers and techniques. The cutting-edge nature of the company was also expressed in its marketing: Borbonese was one of the first companies to place its logo on the ingot-shaped zip puller. This, together with the screw, was to become one of the most distinctive signs of the brand. The most famous photographers of the era, including Giampaolo Barbieri, Helmut Newton and Satoshi Saikusa produced Borbonese's advertising campaigns, helping to make it one of the leading Italian brands.
Success followed success throughout the 1980s and the decade saw the creation of Borbonese's first ready-to-wear line, which was presented during the Milan Fashion Week. The Borbonese woman was elegant and cosmopolitan, inspired by timeless cinema icons, such as Monica Vitti, to whom a bag was dedicated, bearing her name.
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In 2002, the first monobrand boutique was inaugurated on Via della Spiga in Milan. New lines of accessories, footwear and fur products were launched, offering the market complete collections and confirming the brand's status in the luxury world, where its tradition represented a powerful attribute and a defining trait.
A monograph book published in 2005 told the story of the brand in the words of Decio Giulio Carugati, with a preface by Giusi Ferré.
The artistic nature and cultural vocation that have always set Borgonese apart led the label to participate in special initiatives: in 2007, Borbonese was the main sponsor of the exhibition by artist Ferdinando Botero at the Palazzo Reale in Milan.
2009 was a year of great change for Borbonese, as the company responded to the international crisis with a strategic reorganisation in order to retain its status as a leading brand in the luxury accessories sector.
In September 2009, the Spring-Summer 2010 collection was presented at the Via della Spiga boutique during Milan Fashion Week. In a collaboration with the artist Martegani, the boutique's windows became a theatre, the perfect backdrop for a show starring the Borbonese bags.
In 2010, Borbonese celebrated its centenary. To mark the occasion, the brand joined forces with the Roy Lichtenstein Foundation to create a new project: Art Bags, twelve limited-edition bags that reproduced some of the pop artist's masterpieces shown at the Milan Triennale exhibition.
The same period saw the launch of "Borbonese 1910", a collection created in honour of the centenary.
In 2011, the creative direction of the Borbonese 1910 collection was entrusted to Gabriele Colangelo, a prominent name at the forefront of Italian fashion.
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2013 - Today
A red sealing-wax BORBONESE logo marked the introduction of a new direction for the company: a decisive focus on the core business in the form of a wide, structured collection of bags and accessories, above all characterised by continued research into materials and techniques that make every piece unique and special.
Iconic models from Borbonese's heritage were reinterpreted using new leather- and metal-crafting techniques to render them contemporary and exclusive.
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Are billboards driving you to distraction? New research suggests that the language used on billboards may have a negative effect on driving ability.
In a study conducted by the University of Alberta, participants drove past 20 billboards that contained positive, negative or neutral language.
"Studies have shown that when subjects see an emotional stimulus as opposed to a neutral one, they're slower in making reaction-time responses and they're slower when doing a visual search, said Michelle Chan, lead author of the study. "I wanted to see whether the results would carry over in driving — would we also find more distracted performance in driving? — and we did see that."
Chan and her fellow researchers found that emotionally charged words affected the driver's focus, a result that could have dangerous repercussions when carried into the real world. Researchers said that subjects who viewed billboards with negative language were more likely to decrease their speed and veer from their lane. Drivers who viewed positive language on billboards, on the other hand, tended to pick up speed.
"There have been studies showing that when you're positively stimulated, your attention broadens, so you perform better when you're in a happy mood," Chan said.
In countries like the United States, where billboard advertising is common and not highly regulated, negative-language billboards could be slowing down drivers' reaction times, Chan said. She also notes that other countries, such as Australia, are much stricter when it comes to advertising on billboards, which might be good news for drivers.
"Any kind of distraction is risky when you're driving," Chan said. "But it would appear to be a larger risk when it comes to emotional stimuli."
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A Muslim woman who wore a full-face veil in court during her trial has admitted witness intimidation.
The jury trying Rebekah Dawson, 22, at Blackfriars crown court in London was discharged on Thursday afternoon after failing to reach a verdict after deliberating for more than 12 hours.
But in a dramatic twist after a short delay, Dawson came back into court and admitted the same charge of witness intimidation that she had denied at her trial.
The jury had also failed to reach a verdict in the case of her brother Matthias Dawson, 32, who faced the same charge.
Prosecutor Kate Wilkinson said the crown would offer no evidence against him following his sister's guilty plea and he walked free from court.
Rebekah Dawson wore a niqab that showed just her eyes during the seven-day trial.
But she had waived her right to give evidence in her defence during the trial after being told by Judge Peter Murphy that she would have to show her face to the jury during her testimony.
She had argued it was against her religious views to show her face to men.
Judge Murphy released Dawson, of Hackney, east London, on bail ahead of sentencing on a date to be fixed. She intimidated Daudi Yusuf, a security guard at the Finsbury Park mosque in north London, last June, several weeks after he was involved in a row with her husband, Royal Barnes.
Dawson was granted the right to wear the niqab in court after her barrister, Susan Meek, argued in legal hearings last September that it would be against her human rights and contrary to the UK's tolerant attitude to Islamic dress to force her to take it off.
But Judge Murphy ruled then that Dawson would have to allow the mixed-sex jury to see her face if she took to the witness box in her own defence during the trial.
After she declined to do so on Monday, Judge Murphy told the jurors they could assume she made the decision because of her religious beliefs.
But he said that Dawson was "fully entitled" to dress how she chose to in court.
He told jurors to put aside any feelings they might have about her appearance because they would have nothing to do with the case.
Meek told jurors that her client's veil had been the "elephant in the room" during the trial but they should ignore it while deciding on their verdicts.
Summing up Dawson's defence case on Monday, Ms Meek said: "She was given a choice by the judge - she either gave evidence with the niqab off or she remained in the dock with it on. She has remained in the dock.
"You have to try the case on the evidence you have heard in the courtroom without having heard from her."
She added: "This is not a trial about the niqab, the niqab is not on trial in this courtroom.
"This is a woman accused of a criminal offence who happens to wear a niqab."


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Thanks Cyndie, He's just such a good kid. His first real job was a really bad experience. The manager that hired him was transferred, and the next one wanted all of his cronies in with him. Unfortunately, Mike was last hired first let go and the reasons were all lies. The company found out, as the business tanked because of 'fake needed repairs' but it was too late for Mike. Mom needed help (dementia) a year and a half before I could retire. So he stayed with her. She didn't pay him cash... food, gas money, and a little extra spending cash. It wasn't always easy, but no one counts it as 'real work.'
When we moved here, he started work for a camper repair company. Worked three days, got the worst sunburn I've seen in years. Then was told, we'll call you when we need you. From what he's said since then, I don't think the people had a real business plan, just big ideas and not much common sense.
I hope your daughter finds her true love. These special kids deserve it!
I hope your son finds someone special. My daughter is in the same situation, always helping us care for elderly relatives and putting her life on hold. As a parent we worry that they are missing out on the wonderful parts of life. She also told me that she would always take care of me and thank goodness because my older daughter probably wouldn't! P.S. this wasn't meant as a they should meet thing. I just know how you are feeling. Have a great day. Cyndie
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Jewish holiday a time of reflection, rebirth
In a world beset with violence, economic strife and a host of other ills, everyone could stand to take a moment to stop, reflect and try to do something to make the world a better place.
That those are some of the key goals of the Jewish High Holy Days of Rosh Hashana is more than a coincidence, said Rabbi Vicki Axe, of Congregation Shir Ami in Greenwich. Rosh Hashana, which start at sunset Wednesday and celebrates the Jewish new year 5774, runs until sunset Friday. It begins the 10 days leading up to Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement.
"It's a 10-day period of reflections and an opportunity for renewal," Axe said.
If the world we live in is in need of anything, it's some reflection and renewal, she said. "We live in a broken world in so many ways. I've never seen a world so divided along political lines. There are so many pockets of hate. There's victimization of women."
Rosh Hashana is time to think about changing and improvement, she said.
"It's about asking `What can I do to make the world around me better?' " Axe said.
Like other Jewish spiritual leaders throughout the region, she was preparing for Rosh Hashana services -- which bring even those who don't typically attend services to the synagogues, she said. Rosh Hashana, which literally translates to "head of the year," occurs on the first and second days of the Jewish month of Tishri. One of the key observances of the holiday is the sounding of the shofar, a ram's horn that is blown like a trumpet. Axe said the shofar harkens to a time ages before email, cellphones and other modern technology.
"It was the only way of communication to call people to worship," she said.
Other spiritual leaders in the region echoed Axe's comments that the messages of Rosh Hashana are particularly relevant in these turbulent times.
"It's a very dangerous world out there," said Rabbi Mitchell Rocklin, of Ahavath Achim in Fairfield. He specifically referred to Syria, where leader Bashar al-Assad is suspected of using chemical weapons against his own people, killing more than 1,400. Congress is supposed to vote next week whether to authorize a strike on the country.
Rocklin also expressed concerns about continued tensions between Iran and Israel. Rosh Hashana is a time to hope for the best, he said, and one thing that many are hoping for is a peaceful resolution to international conflicts.
"It's a Jewish-specific day, but it involves the fate of all people around the world," Rocklin said.
Rabbi Jon Haddon, rabbi emeritus of Temple Shearith Israel in Ridgefield, agreed that the violence, and fear of violence, in the Middle East is something the faithful should reflect on this holiday.
"We are living with such turmoil in the world," he said. "If we ever needed the hope and strength that religion could provide, it's right now. This is a time of renewal and casting away the mistakes of our past and starting with a clear slate. We are hoping for peace and for a resolution to the terrible turmoil in the Middle East."
The holiday isn't just about praying and hoping for a better world -- it's also about working to achieve that world. And that's what leaders at Temple Beth-El in Stamford have been trying to do. Rabbi Joshua Hammerman said the synagogue has been working to make itself more environmentally responsible.
"We're placing a focus and sustainability and how we can combat climate change," he said.
These efforts include installing solar panels on the synagogue, a feature that will be introduced during this week's Rosh Hashana services. Hammerman said helping to preserve the planet and the lives of those inhabiting it is also consistent with the holiday's message.
"One of the refrains (of Rosh Hashana) is `Today the world is born' -- not just on a date years ago, but a rebirth that occurs every day and every year," he said.
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For his second act, disgraced New York politician Eliot Spitzer is headed to the limelight. On Monday, he starts a new job as co-host of a high-profile new talk show on CNN. The former New York governor, who resigned in the wake of allegations that he had visited prostitutes, will appear alongside Kathleen Parker, a Pulitzer Prize-winning conservative journalist, at the helm of "Parker Spitzer" in the 8 p.m. news slot.
The buzz has run the gamut, with some people excoriating the flagging cable network for resorting to gimmickry and titillation and with others praising Mr. Spitzer for a rare intelligence (with a few notable lapses). But what may be most noteworthy about the moment is what it says about us, says Michael Robinson, senior vice president of Levick Strategic Communications in Washington.
"As the worlds of entertainment and politics increasingly merge," he says, we are in the midst of what he calls a "consummate Marshall McLuhan moment, meaning the message and the medium are all becoming one." Rather than the journalists reporting the news, the news itself – meaning Spitzer and all the baggage he carries into his new role – becomes the reporter.
"I only wish Marshall could be here to see it," he says with a laugh.
Not all that long ago, CNN stood for more meaningful journalism than a quick grab for celebrity sizzle, says Jon Friedman, media editor for MarketWatch in New York. "Spitzer does not deserve such a chance," he says, noting the lack of evidence that the politician has even the basic skills required for a talk-show host, from interviewing chops to journalistic credentials.
"Look at the person that show is replacing," Mr. Friedman points out. Reporter Campbell Brown had a long and distinguished résumé before she was given a shot at prime time.
"Americans are a forgiving people, and that's a good thing," says Jeffrey McCall, a communication professor at DePauw University in Greencastle, Ind. "But it does not mean that individuals such as Spitzer who have betrayed a public trust should be given a singular chance simply because of that betrayal," he says, adding that there is no reason to believe CNN would have had interest in the untried politician were it not for the notoriety he brings with him.
However, recent history fairly brims with fallen public figures who have found redemption through the media – from former Mayor Roger Hedgecock in San Diego to former Massachusetts House Speaker Thomas Finneran in Boston, both of whom moved to radio spots after public falls, points out political scientist and author Lara Brown ("Jockeying for the American Presidency"). She agrees that Americans are generally willing to forgive and move on, if not entirely forget. But what particularly interests her is how various figures have drawn lessons from their journeys, especially their setbacks.
In studying American presidents, she's found that the ones who ultimately won, such as Franklin D. Roosevelt, learned from many failures. Both the winners and losers experienced many failures in their lives, but, she notes, "the ones who ultimately won were the ones who truly learned from the mistakes and changed."
Spitzer's "second act" is the focus of a new documentary, "Spitzer Uncut," from filmmaker Stephen Trombley, president of Worldview Pictures. "I'm not so interested in his mistake," says the director, because after doing interviews with many figures, including death-row inmates, "I find they have little of great insight to throw on the 'why' of a mistake," he says.
Frankly, he says, visiting a prostitute is not on the scale of many other crimes. But, he adds, "Eliot Spitzer is an extremely intelligent man, and how he navigates a life after losing everything is interesting to me and, I would hope, valuable to others." The two-hour film comes out on DVD Friday.


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On April 19th, members of the ECS in Las Vegas will be participating in the 2009 LV AIDS Walk. We will be walking in garb or armor and holding a demo along the walk lines to entertain the walkers and educate the crowds supporting the walkers.
If you would like to help, but wont be able to make it to Vegas, please donate by visiting the following site. You can either donate to a registered walker on the ECS walking team, or donate to the team. Either way the donation counts to the amount the ECS raises for the event, if you donate to an individual walker they may qualify for fun gifts.
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BTW my personal goal is to raise $100 of the ECS's $1000 goal. So if you would like to help me out, I would be thankful.
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Seinfeld has been very influential in transforming how Americans (and possibly other English speakers) speak, see:
What sayings or phrases in common parlance can be traced back to their use on Seinfeld?
NB I am not looking for a list of all the funny phrases that people have compiled elsewhere. I am looking for a list of words that don't have to be referential to the show to be useful. The "yadda yadda" link from above is a good example.


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You know my BIL (a cop) and I could drive around with our wives in the car and he'd say "did you see that?" and I go "yea what you wanna do?" he'd go "nothing I don't have walter with me" (walter was his PPK/S).
In the mean time the women who were chatting away would go "what? what happened? what did you see?"
Me, I've always had it. Sometimes it's a curse. I just "see" stuff. Stuff that is not right. People, places and property that is out of place.
For years I chased shoplifters. In new hire orientations that I'd give, people would ask what do they look like? I'd say "not normal" they would say what? I'd say "like they were not acting or being normal!" THey were focused on something else, something other than what "normal" people were focused on.
I say curse because, it causes me to sit out in my car at 7-11's and wait to see if things go OK after two weird guys pull up... and they mad-dog me we they exit because I'm still there or drive down the street and do the same. Pull up to cops cars and say they guy your looking for is two blocks down and dressed like xxx and have the clerk go "yea, yea! that's the guy!"
I causes me to pull out a note pad and take the most incredible detailed notes of a weird guy at the parking lot. I find out he's a prime kidnap/murder suspect....and then 30 years later have cold case detectives visit me again. This time they are going to nail the guy (13 rapes and 7 murders later). They read me my notes and even I'm amazed at how detailed I was.
It's a curse, but it's also saved my butt more than a few times.
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Obsidian has updated its mysterious Project X teaser site with further fantasy-themed babblings.
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Obsidian countdown site offers few clues, much excitement
Obsidian Entertainment has launched a mysterious new countdown site, to a soundtrack of underoos exploding across the gaming universe.
Rumour: Square Enix publishing "Project X" with external studio
More LinkedIn detective work, this time outing an unannounced, Square Enix-published title.
Unannounced Square Enix game will "blow your socks off"
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This is a monthly column on the writing process. Topics will range from books and authors to writing conferences and workshops to the writing process itself.
Steering the Craft by Ursula K. Le Guin. The Eighth Mountain Press. 1998. ISBN 0-933377-46-0.
Every once in a while, a "how-to" book on writing comes along that actually makes sense.
A good example would be Ursula Le Guin's Steering the Craft.
Le Guin uses sailing metaphors consistently throughout this book that's appropriate for writers of any level - from novice to professional. While the novice may find some of this new information, the seasoned writer will be able to take what he or she has learned and apply it in a meaningful way.
"Play with the rhythms and sounds of the sentences you write," says Le Guin. That's good advice, giving us the freedom to break the constraints of meaning and objectivity to explore the varied nuances of our writing.
A couple of the exercises Le Guin suggests include writing a narrative of 100-150 words with sentences of seven or fewer words while another challenges the writer to write a narrative of 350 words - all in one sentence. Accomplished aficionados of Proust's In Search or Lost Time or Faulkner's A Fable should not find this difficult at all. In a recent piece that I did, I found the second exercise particularly helpful - it lent itself to a lot of poetic metaphor.
Le Guin also offers an exercise in which the writer is challenged to use a dialect or colloquial voice to contrast with the voice of another character. This is excellent advice, and a good way to make the dialogue of each speaker unique. Ideally, dialogue should be so unique from speaker to speaker that attribution is almost unnecessary.
Le Guin also asks us to explore verbal, syntactic and structural repetition in which we repeat words, phrases or passages to create a narrative or story echo. And it works.
And here's a challenging one: Write a paragraph to a page of descriptive narrative prose without adjectives or adverbs. This exercise forces us to use strong, action-packed verbs and specific nouns which together create vivid language.
At a time in which even full-length novels such as Fifty Shades of Gray are written in present tense, Le Guin offers advice that is reassuring to the novice and reaffirming to more traditional writers when she says of the present tense, "But its supposed immediacy, its "presentness," is as fictive as the pastness of fiction written in the past tense, and far more artificial."
Le Guin also challenges us to write the same scene from the point of view of various characters and from the first-person, limited third-person and omniscient points of view - all good exercises for the writer - again whether the novice learning how to write or the seasoned author looking for a way out of narrative quicksand.
I must confess that Le Guin's book gave me an even greater appreciation for the intricate technique of one of my favorite writers, John Steinbeck, who on the surface seems almost simplistic, but who actually blends an involved author with a limited third-person point of view - and quite masterfully.
And, just like actors such as Robert De Niro are the apotheosis of method acting, Le Guin shows us that the same technique can be used in writing:
"It might seem that the writer needs a gift of mimicry, like an impersonator, to achieve this variety of voices. But it isn't that. It's more like what a serious actor does, sinking self in character-self. It's a willingness to be the characters, letting what they think and say rise from inside them. It's a willingness to share control with one's creation."
Here's another great exercise:
"Character by indirection - Describe a character by describing any place inhabited or frequented by that character - a room, house, garden, office, studio, bed, whatever. (The character isn't present at the time.)"
Whether you're just thinking of starting to write fiction, memoir or another genre, or if you've been writing for quite some time and are looking for a way out of writer's block or needing inspiration, this is a great book.
No serious writer should be without it.
Doris Lessing
The literary world lost one of its treasures with the passing of Nobel Prize winner Doris Lessing, author of The Golden Notebook, The Grass is Singing and other great works on Nov. 17.
Look for a tribute to Lessing in a later column.
Michael Tidemann's author page is at: amazon.com/author/michaeltidemann