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Sana'a is the capital of Yemen, located in the Yemeni Mountains and generally the first destination for travellers to that country.
One of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world (others being Jericho, Damascus and Aleppo), Sana'a is believed to have been founded by Shem, the son of Noah. As a result, the city has the unlikely nickname of "Sam City".
Get in
By plane
Sana'a International Airport is the hub for Yemenia, Yemen's national airline. It is also served by other airlines, such as Emirates, Turkish Air, Royal Jordanian Airlines, Egypt Airlines, Syrian airlines, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa. Also budget airline, Air Arabia (www.airarabia.com) is flying to Sana'a from Sharjah, UAE. Sharjah is just 15 kilometers from Dubai.there are two flights weekly from London-Heathrow. Qatar Airways connects from another prominent Middle Eastern hub, Doha, accessible to some prominent international airlines.
By bus
Yemen has a few bus companies. Sanaa is connected by all major cities (Aden, Ta'izz, Marib, Sayun, etc) via bus. Perhaps the best bus company in Yemen is Raha, their buses are in good condition and fares are reasonable. The buses are still new and the company was founded in 2008. Remember to obtain travel permit (tashrih) from tourism police in the Ministry of Tourism building. Every town has military checkpoint when entering/leaving the town. You will be turned back without the permit. Tashirih is issued free of charge. When applying, you need your passport - no photos - and list of places you are going to visit and time period for the travel. Then you need to take many photocopies of your permit which you handle over in military checkpoints if they ask. It's useful also to take photocopies of your passport pages. A very convenient way for you and for your fellow passengers is to give a pile of travel permit copies to the bus driver and he can distribute them to those in concern. Tell also your nationality to driver or military personell, they need to know. Note that there are also many traffic police checkpoints. They are not interested in your permit, only those with green uniforms and big guns are.
Get around
Sana'a is a big city which, in common with many other developing-world capitals, is spreading in all directions at once. Visitors will almost certainly have to use taxis or hired cars to get around, as the street maps often leave much to be desired.
There are many "Dabaabs" that go on different routes around the city. They are vans that serve as public buses and are quite cheap. They have fixed routes and cost 15-30 riyals/ride.
Taxi to the airport from the centre should cost 1000 rials (August 2008), the other way you are asked 2000 Rials, but with a bit of haggling and perseverance you can get it down to 1200.
Cars are used a lot but they are mostly 4x4s or pick up trucks which or second hand.drivers tend to use the horn which is a normal thing in this beautiful congested city.
The Old City of Sana'a is World Heritage listed and makes a great place to see the uniquely Yemeni style of architecture - multiple-storey tower houses with the distinctive qamariya windows. Within the Old City is the Souk al-Milh, arguably the best souk (marketplace) in the Arabian Peninsula.
Wadi Dhahr is a valley a few kilometers outside os Sana'a with green fields, villages, and the face Rock Palace of the Imam of Yemen.
The Great Mosque of Sana'a is one of the oldest mosques in the world. The oldest known written copy of the Quran was found here.
Al Saleh Mosque is located near the heavily-guarded presidential palace, and it is one of the largest mosques in the world.
Jabal an-Nabi Shu'ayb is the highest mountain in the Arabian Peninsula and one of the most prominent mountains in the world. It is 3,666 meters (12,028 feet) high and is located on the Sana'a-Al Hudaydah highway about 30 km away from the city.
Sana'a is a great place for people-watching and culture observing. The unhurried pace of Yemeni life, coupled with the almost total lack of industrialisation seen in nearby countries, means that it's quite possible to pull up a chair in a coffee shop and watch the world go by for hours on end.
If you want an experience you can only get in Yemen: participate in a qat session. Qat (khat) is a mild narcotic chewed by most males in Yemen. They spend their afternoons hanging out, chewing the leaf, and conversing. A bag will cost no more than 5 dollars, and you can get "inferior" product for a cheaper price. Side effects are lack of appeitite and insomnia.
Yemen is a great place to study Arabic for several reasons: 1. Very few people amongst the general population can speak English beyond simple greetings. 2. The living cost is low so you can afford to live and study here for longer period of time. 3. There several excellent Arabic language institutes that offer both group and private courses with flexible schedules and reasonable prices.
The Yemen College of Middle Eastern Studies (YCMES) [1] offers courses in Arabic language as well as academic seminars in English language about the contemporary Middle East. With over 20 years of experience, the YCMES is the first and only accredited program in Yemen (i.e. students can transfer credit to their home universities). Regular tuition packages include accomodation, meals, excursions, cultural activities, wireles internet, library, etc. The YCMES can also helps with international and domestic travel arrangements.
Other options are Sanaa Institute of the Arabic Language (SIAL), the Center for Arabic Language Studies (CALES), and Saba Institute for the Arabic Language, all of which are located in the Old City.
Additionally, Yemen Institute for Arabic Language (YIAL) a teacher owned institute that offers similar courses outside the Old City, although has a very good accommodation both in the Old City and in the institute itself. YIAL orgnises activities and trips and predominantly offers private courses.
Unless you have work lined up as an expat, work in Sana'a (and elsewhere in Yemen) will be very hard to come by. The majority of the locals sitting by the road will be waiting to be hired as manual labourers or domestic staff - in the latter role competing with guest workers from across the Red Sea. Those with good abilities in Arabic may be able to find work teaching English, however this will be informal and exceptionally temporary work. Schools such as AMIDEAST, MALI, and YALI hire English teachers, but you will likely need a Bachelor's and some sort of teaching certification.
Almost everywhere you look, you will have the chance to buy the curved dagger (jambiya) worn by local men. This purchase can be simply of the dagger and its accompanying sheath, however handmade belts and silver pouches are also for sale, with many tourists opting to purchase each item separately. When purchasing a jambiya, remember first and foremost that it counts as a weapon for customs purposes, even though it is not used as one anymore. Secondly, bear in mind that the sheath is predominantly leather with either a base metal or (in more expensive models) silver working added. Traditionally, handles were made of animal horn or even ivory. While it is doubtful that the handles sold today as being made from either of these products are the real thing, a wooden or amber handle may be a better option. If a real jambiya seems too much, there are also pendants and brooches commonly available in the shape of the knife and its sheath.
Necklaces and jewellery are also common souvenirs, and many of these will in fact be made of the semi-precious stones the souvenir sellers claim. Nevertheless, a healthy grain of salt should be added to any belief that one is actually purchasing a necklace of lapis lazuli or anything like that.
Contrary to guidebooks such as Lonely Planet, bargaining is expected and worthwhile. If you are with local guides, a common approach is to have them ask for the "Yemeni price", however any bargaining on the part of the tourist will result in discounts. Bear in mind, too, that what may seem an absurdly cheap price for an item in Western terms will still be a great return for many locals.
Yemen's currency, the rial (riyal), is subject to high inflation. As a result, many prices (particularly those quoted to white-skinned visitors) will be given in American dollars or even Euros. Any of these three currencies will be accepted by the seller, so ask for the cost in whichever currency you are carrying at the time. Discounts for paying in one currency or the other are not high enough to warrant only paying in local money (for example), but luck may be on your side.
Visitors should be careful when eating from street stands and the like, as the same warning which applies to tap water applies to poorly-prepared food. Salta is a popular Yemeni lunch dish that is served very hot.
Nearly all Yemeni food is budget. An average meal at a Sanaa restaurant will cost less than 2 dollars. Chicken is ubiquitous. A tuna steak served with rice costs 150-200 riyals.
Two words: Hadda Street. That is where the more "upscale" restaurants are located. If you want a clean environment with a larger range of food, this is where you should go.
The five star hotels (Sheraton and Mövenpick) have decent, but pricey western food (and beer!). In the Haddah neighborhood you will find a number of more expensive restaurants like Grill 101 (American), Deja Vu restaurant and coffee shop, Zorba's (Greek) and Mehraja (Indian).
As in the rest of the country, the tap water should be avoided at all costs. Bottled water, both chilled and at room temperature, is readily available and very cheap - as is the normal range of juices and softdrinks.
Nice tea and coffee house is "Friends Kafeteria" in Al-Tahrir area, Mocka Intersection. Here you can involve yourself into interesting conversations with Yemeni men. Also food is availabe. It looks like this place never closes down.
Near the Shumaila Hari Supermarket you will find the Coffee Trader, a place where you can get an excellent latte or cappuccino at Starbuck's prices and eat a piece of carrot cake while checking your e-mail on their wireless internet hotspot. What a treat!
The Arabia Felix Hotelin Old Sana'a is a cheap way to get a feel for the old city. Rooms are basic but the charm is in staying in an authentic old Yemeni townhouse. Breakfast and the courtyard garden are excellent. Prices weigh in at a hefty USD25 for a double room. Other hotels in the old town include the Daoud (David) and the Talha. All three hotels offer excellent views over the old town.
Good option to stay is new part of Sana'a. It's walking distance to Old part of town but hotels offer better value to money. Around Tahrir area there are about 10 hotels to choose, ranging from five star Taj Sheba hotel to no-star hotels. recommended are 2 Wadi Hadramout hotels. More expensive Wadi Hadramout hotel is cross the main road from Tahrir Square, other more economical is near Taj Sheba hotel at Ali Abdulmogny Street. There double room with bathroom and tv costs about 2000 Rials (usd 10). Staff is very helpful and friendly and some speak english.
Sam City Hotel; located right in the old city. Staff make an effort to look after you and a great deal at US$25/35 per night. [email protected] Shammr Hotel and Suites (http://www.shammrhotel.com) is the ideal choice both for business travellers and holiday-makers. This well-equipped, cosy, and clean (even by European standards) hotel is located in Hadda district, only 10 minutes from the center. 24-hour catering, excellent breakfast at any time of the day, gym, and massage. Rooms are spacious and prices are reasonable for a four-star hotel. Super friendly staff makes it a pleasure to stay there.
Mövenpick Hotel - A large hotel with pool outside the city center. Great view and probably one of the safest hotels in Sanaa.
Sheraton Hotel
Hilton Hotel
Plaza Hotel
Stay safe
Sana'a itself is relatively safe, in contrast to some other parts of Yemen.
Travelers should, however, take care particularly in the Old City as the streets are poorly signposted and unwary visitors will often find themselves in someone's courtyard.
Maps of Yemen tend to have details of the city, but (as with road maps in the country) they are unreliable. If at all possible, visitors should find themselves a local guide. Security escorts are probably unnecessary, although the situation can change rapidly.
Gun carrying is very normal as many men hold or have a gun for traditional reasons. One should not be alarmed at the sight of a gun, even a Kalashnikov.
Get out
The awe-inspiring Dar Al-Hajr (often known as the Rock Palace) is located in Wadi Dahr roughly 30 minutes from the city centre and makes a very easy afternoon's excursion. You will be able to take one of the local taxis. A full day excursion can take you to Thulla, Kawkaban and Shibam (not the Hadramout version but the Amran version) which is approximately 55 km from the outskirts of Sana'a. It is possible to stay overnight in Kawkaban, although there are only two hotels (more like full-board guesthouses as there are no restaurants). Accommodation and meals costs about 7 euros.


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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Cumberlands' (Ky.) Aaron Watkins has been named the NAIA National Men's Golfer of the Week, the national office announced Wednesday. Watkins was selected based on his performances from April 2 – 8 and was chosen out of a pool of conference/independent/unaffiliated group golfer of the week selections. The honor is the second such award in the career of Watkins, who also received the 2011 season's first Golfer of the Week award.
Watkins' two-round nine-under-par (68-65–133) at the Mid-South Conference (MSC) Spring Invite April 2 – 3 topped a field of 46 golfers from eight conference schools. The senior from Harlan, Ky., tied the school record for the lowest 18-hole round by carding a 65 on day two. Watkins' medalist performance lifted Cumberlands to a first-place team finish (279-269–548), 26 strokes better than second-place Lindsey Wilson (Ky.). The Patriots' 18-hole score of 269 on day two and overall 36-hole total of 548 both set school records.
Watkins has been named the MSC Golfer of the Week twice this season and six times in his career.
The next Men's Golfer of the Week will be announced on April 18.
Nominees: Graham Billeg, Oklahoma Baptist; Jack Bietz, Jamestown (N.D.); Preston Wilkins, Oklahoma Christian; Travis England, St. Ambrose (Iowa); John Milne, Mount Mercy (Iowa); Michael Wilkinson, William Carey (Miss.); Zach Day, Mobile (Ala.); Brandon Thompson, Morningside (Iowa); Ben Kern, Grand View (Iowa); J.D. Nash, William Woods (Mo.); Taylor Artman, Oklahoma City; Brett Barry, Union (Tenn.); Thomas Scott, Union (Ky.); Zac Henderson, Calumet (Ind.); Broderick Baker, Dakota Wesleyan (S.D.); Josh Gorzney, St. Francis (Ill.); Nick Sears, Madonna (Mich.).
2012 Composite Award Winners
Week 1: JB Eksteen, Lee (Tenn.)
Week 2: Johnny Schwaller, AIB (Iowa)
Week 3: Alasdair Dalgliesh, Oklahoma Christian
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Volume 17 Issue 23 | Oct. 29 - Nov. 4, 2004
Coach Manny DAlmeida conducting a soccer practice last Wednesday for local home-schooled children.
Home-school kids get out for a workout, or two, or three
By Jill Stern
About four years ago, when my oldest child was about to go into kindergarten, I toyed with the idea of home-schooling. I always admired and glorified the brave families who bucked the system. I came up with a zillion reasons why I shouldnt and/or couldnt go that route. One of those reasons was the lack of sports education. Ultimately, I registered my kids in public school. I have always fantasized about an alternative lifestyle, but I havent quite gotten there.
Recently, my soccer coach, Manny DAlmeida, mentioned in passing that he coaches for a home-schooling group on Wednesday afternoons. He didnt know that I have always been intrigued with the concept of home-schooling. I never followed through with home-schooling my own children, but my intrigue has stayed with me. So it was with much excitement that I went to one of Mannys Wednesday soccer classes. I wanted to find out about how these parents arrange sports activities for their kids.
I learned that if you home-school your kids and want them to get a lot of physical activity, you can. Being that we live in this wonderful metropolis called New York City, it is not surprising that as with everything else here, the options are many and varied. If you go to www.nychea.org, which is the Web site for New York City Home Educators Alliance, you can find out about many classes being offered during the day specifically for home-schoolers. Your kids can rock climb and tumble at Chelsea Piers on Tuesdays and Fridays, play a variety of team sports there on Thursdays, attend soccer on Wednesdays with Manny or join the groups track coach, Dave Keating, also on Wednesdays to practice jogging and/or train for a race. There are also dance classes taught by Elizabeth Streb in Brooklyn. All of these activities are offered thru NYCHEA. Membership is required, for which there is a nominal fee.
Lori Johnson is a mother of two home-schoolers. Johnsons story of how she came to home-schooling is quite interesting. She grew up in Detroit, Mich., (similar to my background) and always felt that her public school education was poor. When she moved to New York she became a kindergarten teacher at Friends Seminary, one of the premier Downtown private schools. While there, she had to teach some children who were just not ready to learn. Something didnt feel right to her. Looking back, she refers to one very smart little boy in particular who ended up being labeled a troublemaker just because he wasnt ready to sit down and learn what the school needed to teach him. He was off absorbing something else at his own pace. Johnson ended up conferring that the system, even at the highest level (progressive private school) wasnt right for her children. Besides, she does live an alternative lifestyle: she lives in a homestead when a group of people have taken over an abandoned building and fix it up, which the city in turns gives to them and she had two homebirths. Home-schooling was a natural next step for her and her husband.
Johnson takes her son, Cullen Golden, age 14, to classes in the sports he is interested in. Cullen is on the track and field team thru NYCHEA, he practices in the Wednesday soccer classes, takes swimming lessons on Friday afternoons with three of his friends at the McBurney Y, and also participates in a teen yoga class. His physical education is whole and varied. His sports and recreation program is not at a loss for his not attending traditional school.
The soccer classes at an indoor field in Manhattan take place on Wednesday afternoons from 12 noon-3 p.m. The cost is nominal but the coaching is first rate. DAlmeida, a full time soccer coach, teaches all levels. He is with both the mens and womens soccer teams at Borough of Manhattan Community College and he teaches after school at a couple of public schools,. as well as my moms group and the home-schoolers. On the Wednesday I visited the home-schoolers, approximately 30 kids attended. Two-thirds of the group were boys, the other third girls. DAlmeida breaks the children into three age groups and gives them each one hour. The hour starts off with drills and warm-ups, then they practice dribbling skills, and finally ends with a scrimmage.
All of the kids involved seemed well behaved and attentive. They got along nicely and were social with each other. The parents, as well, were happy to be together and were very friendly with each other, as well as with newcomers. Pizza was ordered and as the kids waited for their turn on the field, they ate together, all ages engaging with one another.
One mother, Sono Kuwayama, a veteran of home-schooling, told me that the home-schooling group has grown from 80 families when she joined with her 14-year-old to 250 families now. What can I say, I am still intrigued!
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A Sunny Nursery for Dylan Eliza
Name: Dylan Eliza (2 months)
Location: United States
We wanted a bright, modern space for our little one's little room. It was already painted a light yellow, and we added neutral furniture with some pops of color to make it look fresh and fun.
We previously used this space as an office, and kept the coffee-colored couch for late night feedings and naps. We already owned most of the furniture and accessories - just added the crib, changing pad, and stuffed toys/books. One of our favorite changes was covering up the dated mirrored closet doors with a birch tree forest.
Source List:
• Zig-zag rug - Urban Outfitters
• Birch Tree Curtain Panels - Ikea
• Orange Pouf - CB2
• Orange chair - West Elm
• Window panels - West Elm
• Artwork ledges - Ikea
• Crib - Oeuf Sparrow
• Brass standing lamp - Urban Outfitters
• White table lamp - vintage
• Rainy day mobiles - Etsy
Thanks, Heather! Well done!
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Define "crime" and "crime prevention".
Discuss the role and value of laws in society with regard to crime and crime prevention. Include in your discussion the definitions of "crime" and "crime prevention."
- Prepare a notebook of newspaper and other clippings that addresses crime and crime prevention efforts in your community.
Do the following: Talk to a store owner or manager about the impact of crime on the way the store is run and how crime affects prices. Talk with a school teacher, principal, or school officer about the impact of crime in your school. Explain what a neighborhood watch is and how it can benefit your neighborhood. Define white-collar crime and explain how it affects all citizens of the United States.
4.Discuss the following with your counselor: The role of a sheriffs department or police department in crime prevention .The role of citizens, including youth, in crime prevention
(c)Gangs and their impact on the community (d)When and how to report a crime
(e) The role and value of laws in society
5. Do the following:After doing EACH of the following, discuss with your counselor what you have learned.
- Inspect your neighborhood for opportunities that may lead to crime. Learn how to do a crime prevention survey.
- Using the checklist in this (the merit badge) pamphlet, conduct a security survey of your home and discuss the results with your family.
6.Teach your family or patrol members how to protect themselves from crime at home. at school, in your community, and while traveling.
- Help raise awareness about one school safety issue facing
students by doing ONE of the following:
- Create a poster for display on a school bulletin board.
- With permission from school officials, create a page long public service announcement that could be read over the public address system at school or posted on the school's Web site.
- Make a presentation to a group such as a Cub Scout den that addresses the issue.
Visit a jail or detention facility. Discuss your experience with your counselor.Do ONE of the following:
- Assist in the planning and organization of a crime prevention program in your community such as Neighborhood Watch, Community Watch, or Crime Stoppers. Explain how this program can benefit your neighborhood.
- With your parent's and counselor's approval, visit a jail or detention facility or a criminal court hearing. Discuss your experience with your counselor.
Discuss with your counselor the purpose and operation of agencies in your community that help law enforcement personnel prevent crime, and how the agencies help in emergency situations.Discuss the following with your counselor:
- How drug abuse awareness programs, such as "Drugs: A Deadly Game," help prevent crime
- Why alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana are sometimes called "gateway drugs" and how "gateway drugs" can lead to the use of other drugs
- Three resources in your city where a person with a drug problem or drug-related problem can go for help
- How the illegal sale and use of drugs lead to other crimes
- How to recognize child abuse
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- Discuss the following with your counselor:
- The role of a sheriff's or police department in crime prevention.
- The purpose and operation of agencies in your community that help law enforcement personnel prevent crime, and how those agencies function during emergency situations.
- Explain the role private security plays in crime prevention.
- Choose a career in the crime prevention or security industry that interests you. Describe the level of education required and responsibilities of a person in that position. Tell why this position interests you.
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Central Stone Powers Portable Rock Crushing Plant With Onsite Energy Generation.
By Mark S. Kuhar
Central Stone Co. operates quarries in Illinois and Missouri, producing aggregate products from a number of separate operations. Aggregate produced by Central Stone is used to build homes, roads and a wide variety of public and private construction projects in its market area.
The quarries are largely in rural or remote areas where utility power is not always available, so Central Stone generates the power it needs to run the rock-crushing plant on-site using a diesel generator set. When one of the company's rock crushing plants was recently upgraded and required more power, the company turned to MTU Onsite Energy for a complete remote power solution.
"We have a 1.5 MW prime-rated MTU Onsite Energy generator set that powers the portable rock-crushing plant for about ten and a half hours every day," said Dell Moss, quarry superintendent for Central Stone. "The plant has two Raptor XL400 cone crushers, a Cedarapids jaw crusher and various conveyors and material-handling equipment. We have also installed a 50 kW MTU Onsite Energy auxiliary generator set that, in colder weather, is used to power heaters in the water jacket of the main generator and also keep the oil warm in the crushers."
Tough Work
A quarry environment provides a host of challenges for engines and generator sets such as dust, moisture, huge loads, extreme temperatures and long hours. Equipment that wants to prove itself in this situation must be strong, tough and persevering.
The Series 4000 has experience operating day in and day out, under extreme conditions and in hard continuous operation, according to the company.
The prime-rated 1.5 MW generator set is powered by a 12v Series 4000 MTU diesel engine, known for its reliability, low fuel consumption and high load-factor capabilities.
The keys to the superior load acceptance and transient response are the engine's Advanced Diesel Engine Control (ADEC) system and additional cylinder displacement per kW of output.
ADEC systems have been developed and produced by MTU specifically for use with the very latest high-performance diesel engine technology – designed not only for full control of the Common Rail technology in the Series 4000, but above all for the management of frequent extreme loads and sudden load changes, which can be overcome effortlessly and smoothly using this system.
With approximately 20 percent greater cylinder displacement than some generator drive engines, the MTU Series 4000 has significantly more reserve horsepower and torque. This design philosophy also reduces internal stresses on pistons, crankshaft, bearings and other moving parts and increases durability.
Durability was an important factor in Central Stone's application due to the number of hours the generator set needs to run every workday.
"The ADEC not only helps the engine respond quickly to changing loads," said Michael Ware, sales engineer for Interstate Power Products, the local MTU Onsite Energy distributor, "but it maintains the combustion at peak efficiency for low emissions, low fuel consumption and high power output."
In selecting the generator set for this prime-power application, Central Stone worked carefully with Ware, who made sure that the generator set met all of Central Stone's specifications.
"We were able to meet their expectations on price and availability, but of prime importance to them was the fact that the generator set could produce the required amount of power, day in and day out," Ware said. "As with all MTU Onsite Energy products, the generator set was factory tested to make sure that it met all rated output and performance criteria."
On the Move
Central Stone's portable plants are set up in a quarry and are operated until a sufficient stockpile of aggregate is accumulated, according to Moss. Then, the entire plant is moved to a different quarry to crush and stockpile material there.
"We will probably move this plant to four different quarries over time," says Moss.
"We may stay in one place from six months to a year at a time and then move to another quarry, which can be up to 85 miles away."
When it needs to be moved, the 1.5 MW generator set will be placed on a flatbed trailer and moved to a new site, according to James Papenhausen, director of safety, purchasing and maintenance for Central Stone.
"The generator is sitting on the ground for the time being, but we will eventually permanently install it on a drop-bed trailer for more convenient transportation."
Both Moss and Papenhausen say that the MTU Onsite Energy generator set has been working flawlessly for the upgraded portable rock crushing plant, ensuring that the aggregate stockpiling operations will keep up with customer demand.


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Helping 'one child' is theme of new Department of Health PSA
TV spot urges public to become foster parents
ANCHORAGE — "One child": That's the title of a new public service announcement from the Department of Health and Social Services, Office of Children's Services, encouraging Alaskans to consider becoming foster parents. All the "actors" in the piece are Alaska foster/adoptive parents or former foster youth who feel strongly about the impact a caring foster parent can have on a child. One youth in the public service announcement, Jesse, is currently in foster care and is searching for his "forever home" — an adoptive family.
Others in the PSA include Sen. Fred Dyson, a longtime foster parent, and Rep. Les Gara, a former foster youth who went on to Harvard Law School and the Alaska Legislature.
Also in the video are foster parent Laura Ingham, two-time Alaska high school basketball player of the year and college standout at Ohio State, and Amanda Metivier, a former foster youth turned foster parent and leader of Facing Foster Care in Alaska, who recently was given the national Casey Excellence for Children Award for her work with youth.
As of December 2012 in Alaska, 1,890 children were in out-of-home care. Some will need a foster home for a short time before returning to their families, others will need a more permanent home. In every case, the more homes that are available, the better the match can be between a child and a foster parent. This PSA encourages Alaskans to consider opening their "heart and home" to one child.
"Whenever we can do so safely, we strive to keep families intact while providing necessary services or supports. However, many times that is not possible and removal of the child from his or her home is necessary. In those circumstances the right foster parent can significantly reduce the trauma that removal creates and provide the child with security and kindness," said Children's Services Director Christy Lawton, who also appears in the PSA.
"We encourage anyone who's interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent to call our information number today," Lawton said. "We need families of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds, who are willing to make the difference for what may be just a few days or a lifetime."
Other Alaskans appearing in the video are: Elizabeth Cantu, foster youth; Yaari Kingeekuk, adoptive parent; Michael Schwietert, former foster youth; Rebecca Shier, former foster youth; Mechele Adams, foster parent; Victoria Green, foster parent; and Cord Adams, former foster youth.
Funding to place the PSA on TV stations around the state was allocated by the 2012 Alaska Legislature. Alaska Broadcasters Association will distribute the video throughout the state to 20 different television stations. The video can be viewed at https://vimeo.com/54545267. Call 1-800-478-7307 today to learn more about becoming a foster parent.
The State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services promotes and protects the health and well-being of Alaskans. We help individuals and families create safe and healthy communities. For more information, visit http://hss.alaska.gov/.


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Almost all convertibles are issued at a lower coupon rate than a similar instrument without the conversion feature. The conversion feature is the trade-off for the lower rate; holders get to participate in the activities of the stock. Invariably, almost every convertible comes to market at a higher yield than its underlying common stock, except in cases of zero-coupon convertibles and convertibles offered by Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).
A convertible's higher income is a major draw for many investors. The added income helps protect the convertible against potential declines in the price of its underlying common stock, and contributes to the attractive total returns that convertibles provide over time. As of our May 14, 2010 pricing date, convertibles yielded 3.8%, on average, while their underlying common stocks averaged about 1.0%. The median yield for all dividend-paying stocks followed by The Value Investment Survey was 1.9%.
The yield spread between a convertible and its underlying common stock is generally widest when the convertible is issued. While the added income helps to offset the convertible's lack of full participation in the stock, it also aids in the recovery of the premium investors paid at issuance. Generally, a convertible's income stream is fixed until maturity where bonds are concerned, and perpetual in the case of preferred stocks. But dividends on the underlying common stock can change and, over time, could surpass income from the convertible, if the convertible price is high enough to cause that effect. However, bear in mind that when a company is under financial strain, typically, the first thing to be eliminated is the common stock dividend. But the last thing a corporation wants to do is default on its debt because holders of the debt can take some control of the company.
The wider the yield spread between the common and the convertible, the more attractive the convertible will be to an investor. However, there are other advantages in buying a convertible over the underlying common. The convertible is a safer investment because of its less volatile nature, and ranks ahead of the common stock in the company's hierarchy- if the company has to be dissolved. Also, most convertibles are issued with call protection that lasts for up to five years; a period within which the company cannot recall the debt, until certain stipulations set out in the indenture that governs the terms of the convertible are met. Such stipulations may include the common stock price being at a preset level for a number of days, and/or the common price being a certain percentage above the conversion price during a certain period of time.
By investing in convertibles, buyers accept a trade-off. The lower rate of interest is swapped for the participation in the activities of the underlying common stock. The yield advantage acts as a cushion should there be a decline in the stock, and helps to recover the extra money paid for the convertible at issuance. So, unless an investor truly wants to own the stock of the company with outstanding convertible debt, it may be to his/her advantage to invest in the convertible as long as the yield advantage is suitable.


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well from what i hear these two black people hate most#1 Jews#2 KoreansBoth share some common traits.
Is it just an assumption or do black people IN GENERAL hate koreans?? I ask this because I remember that there was a LA riot when Rodney King was beaten by the White police, and the Black people attacked all the korean grocery markets and destroyed everything. My parents always told me that it was indeed initiated by Koreans since Koreans made majority of their money off of African-Americans, yet still showed no respect and acted as if they were the upper class compared to the Blacks.I also remember when Ice Cube made a rap song dissing Koreans, and some other notable hating words by others about Koreans. Is this true?? I'm not trying to start s**t, I'm just really really curious since this doesn't seem to be the case in Canada.(I'm korean btw)
My best friend is a Korean. He introduced me to Korean BBQ, Kim Chee (sp?), I even know how to say hello in Korean...Yeabaseaooo. I take my shoes off when I'm in his house and everything. I even listen to a Korean rapper named son of ran. All my Korean homeboys try to emulate my style, etc. but they're cool. No hatred over here.
but black guys scare me
Quote from: kkeasi on June 28, 2009, 03:51:47 PMbut black guys scare meTHIS. argggg!


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hoxrox wrote:Also even if the challenge was successful, wasn't there a penalty on the play that the Lions previously declined?
SharkHawk wrote:Why couldn't he say he was challenging based on all of these stupid criteria like Harbaugh did? I don't know how he did it, but Harbaugh was able to challenge that last play against us, but only if.... and the ref gave some qualifiers. It's pretty weird how the league operates on a week-to-week basis. Maybe he thought that they had made their decision on the call and had to stick and the review could change it. Stupid yes... but after what happened last week, I guess nobody really understands the rules on challenges.
I am wondering if anybody has clarified why Stafford wasn't called for grounding with 24 seconds left. It's too bad grounding isn't reviewable, because that one should have been reviewed in the booth... but it's a "judgement call". BS on that. That was a game changer and should have been called.
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East Africa is a stunning region of the African continent. Marked by wonders such as the Serengeti, Mount Kilimanjaro and the Rift Valley, this area is renowned for its high concentration of widlife.
After the new BBC series 'Africa' took viewers to the savanna for its second episode, ARKive Geographic chose to highlight the United Republic of Tanzania this month to follow suit and showcase a nation with endless savannas to explore, along with some unique wildlife that you may be less familiar with!
Armoured Arborist
The three-cusped pangolin is an arboreal mammal that is well adapted to life in the trees, with its prehensile tail and clawed feet. This nocturnal creature is active at night searching for food, primarily consisting of ants and termites. It feasts on these critters using its incredibly long tongue which can extend to around 25 centimetres! Pangolins typically defend themselves from predators by curling into a tight ball, creating effective armor with their sharp scales. They can be found in the forests of Tanzania and Kenya in East Africa, as well as some nations in western and southern Africa.
Swimming Spelunker
The Tanganyika blackfin belongs to the Cichlidae family of freshwater fish which are adapted to a wide range of ecological niches. This has resulted in the evolution of a huge diversity of species that live in close proximity. Like many cichlids, this species occurs in a number of different colour forms, including black, light grey and yellow. This attractive fish occupies rocky regions along the shoreline in the southern parts of Lake Tanganyika governed by Tanzania and Zambia.
Fleet Flapjack
With its unusually thin, flat shell, the pancake tortoise is more agile than other tortoise species. Since this tortoise could easily be torn apart by predators with its softer shell, it must rely on its speed and flexibility to escape from dangerous situations. This rare reptile is found in rocky habitats, also known as kopjes, in Kenya and Tanzania. It is classified as a Vulnerable species on the IUCN Red List due to habitat destruction and over-harvesting for trade.
Spicy Islander
Kirk's red colobus is a leaf-eating monkey found only on Zanzibar, part of an archipelago formerly known as the Spice Islands off the coast of Tanzania. This primate is named after Sir John Kirk, the British Resident to Zanzibar who first identified the species. This attractive monkey has a dark red to black coat with a paler underside and distinctive pink lips and nose. Now Endangered as a result of high rates of deforestation, it is believed that fewer than 1,500 individuals exist in the wild.
Damsel in Distress
The Amani flatwing is a damselfly aptly named for its behaviour of spreading its wings out flat when resting. These little beauties begin their life as aquatic larvae and pass through a series of developmental stages as they grow. Depending on the species, this larval period can last from three months up to ten years! Currently known only from the Amani Sigi Forest of the East Usambara Mountains in Tanzania, the Amani flatwing is classified as Critically Endangered due to destruction and degradation of its habitat.
Carrion Commander
Rueppell's griffon is a large African vulture that feeds solely on carrion and the bone fragments of dead animals. These sky captians spend much of their day gliding on thermal wind currents, flying with slow, powerful wing beats and looking for food from above. Griffons have frequent squabbles with one another over food, with grunting and hissing often a part of their aggression. This amazing bird is listed as Endangered, and occurs in a number of protected areas throughout its range, including the Serengeti National Park, a World Heritage Site and an important feeding area for the griffon.
Do you have a favorite savanna species to share with us? Find us on Twitter or Facebook!
Maggie Graham, ARKive Program Assistant, Wildscreen USA


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Cleveland County deputies arrest fugitive following brief standoff.
Cleveland County sheriff's deputies have apprehended a fugitive who was reported to be the highest ranking member of the Aryan Brotherhood who is not incarcerated.
Oklahoma City police notified CCSO deputies that Ace Hailey, 46, was possibly staying in the areas of 140th Street and Maguire Road in southern Cleveland County. Police reported Hailey was wanted on aggravated assault and battery, robbery and kidnapping warrants.
Deputies determined where Hailey was residing and visited the home. After a 30-minute standoff, Hailey surrendered without incident. He was taken to the Cleveland County Detention Center and later released to Oklahoma County sheriff's deputies.
Any questions regarding this press release and/or information can be addressed to Meghan McCormick, Cleveland County Sheriff's Office, community liaison/public information officer. McCormick can be reached at (405) 701-8847.


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A Moment of Torah: Vayakhel Season 3
February 21, 2014
Watch this week's Moment of Torah, Vayakhel, featuring a student from the Milwaukee Jewish Day School.
To record your own Moment of Torah, contact Jody Hirsh, Rabbi Shari Shamah or Deb Carneol. There are many portions still available!
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Police detain DUII suspect in Deadpool pajamas, found passed out at Portland Taco Bell
Portland Police said its officers have dealt with a lot of suspected drunk drivers over the St. Patrick's Day Weekend.
One of the drivers taken into custody was found passed out behind the wheel of a car Saturday night.
The vehicle was stopped on the lawn of the Taco Bell on SE 50th Avenue and Powell Boulevard. It appears the man was trying to get into the drive-thru line.
Officers said the driver, later identified as 18-year-old Alexander Cooksey, was wearing pajamas of the popular comic book character "Deadpool".
Cooksey was booked on driving under the influence of intoxicants and reckless driving charges. He was later released on his own recognizance.


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Spring has arrived in the Sonoran Desert. The bees are out doing their work among the desert marigolds on this particular day.
© 2011, copyright Michelle Goodrum
Turning over and preserving family history from one generation to the next.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
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1. Find one or more LDAP servers in eDirectory you trust.
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I Love You Phillip Morris (US - BD RA)
Gabe is pleasantly surprised by what may be Jim Carrey's second best film
Based on a story so unbelievable it has to be true, I Love You Phillip Morris follows the life of charming conman Steven Ray Russell (Jim Carrey). After years of pretending to be straight, and raising a daughter with his wife Debbi (Leslie Mann), Steven is in a severe car accident, and decides to embrace his homosexuality. Unfortunately, he also embraces his inner con man and soon finds himself in prison. After accustoming himself to the prison lifestyle, Steven meets a sweet and beautiful young man named Phillip Morris (Ewan McGregor), and the two fall deeply in love. From that moment on Steven dedicates his life to making Phillip happy.
I watched I Love You Phillip Morris with little in the way of expectations, mostly due to the film's iffy release, which led to a lacking word of mouth. For a long time the film was only really notable for the struggles it had making it to American screens (mostly because it's about, gasp, gay people). After finally seeing the damn thing (it took the film almost three years to make it to video), and without thinking too hard about it, I think it may be my favourite romantic comedy since Stardust, and it's definitely my favourite Jim Carrey movie since Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (which I'd argue was more of a Michel Gondry and Charlie Kaufman movie than a Jim Carrey vehicle). It isn't an 'important' movie, or one that will change anyone's life, but it's very good at what it sets out to do. Structurally and tonally speaking I'd compare it most to George Clooney's underrated Confessions of a Dangerous Mind. Both films run quickly, are brightly coloured, and shift comfortably between absurd comedy and heartfelt drama. Both films are also told largely through Jim Carrey's narration, and first time directing team Glenn Ficarra and John Requa were clearly inspired by other semi-recent narration heavy films like American Beauty and Fight Club. I Love You Phillip Morris often reminded me a little too much of other movies, but Ficarra and Requa (who also wrote the script based on Steve McVicker's book, along with the scripts for Bad Santa and the Bad News Bears remake) pick the best stuff to snatch.
In the end, the film's quirky style is secondary to the storytelling and performances, which remain solid throughout the production. The basic story is apparently very close to the actual events, which is delightfully hard to believe. There's actually so much to Steven Jay Russell's ridiculous life that the filmmakers run into problems while making time for everything. The film feels a little episodic, and certain stories are dumped too quickly by the wayside, but for the most part the less important stuff is delegated to amusing and effective montages, Russell's many prison escapes, for example. The film was apparently recut after not finding distribution, so it's possible there's a longer version out there somewhere, though I'm not sure I'd trade the breakneck pace for more insight. And for an apparently structurally troubled production, the consistently shifting tone and deft cinematic slight of hand comes off without a hitch.
Fortunately Carrey, McGregor and Leslie Mann all give such strong performances the missing character beats aren't all that detrimental. Russell is the perfect role for Carrey at this point in his career. After a pretty prolonged period out of the limelight, I'm guessing audiences have had time to miss the actor's old school antics, and here Carrey embraces his physical comedy shtick here with a sort of dramatic refinery. This balance is missing from many of his 'serious' rolls, where he's so unfunny he comes across as a perpetual victim. With the exception of his work in Eternal Sunshine (which again, I see as a group effort) this could be his best work, and the best mix of his skills since Man on the Moon (which I'd count among a handful of films that only his presence makes worth while, including Me, Myself and Irene and Liar Liar). Ewan McGregor isn't given a lot of screen time, but is positively heart-wrenching when he needs to be. Besides, that smile of his can light up a room, we don't need to be convinced that Russell would fall madly in love with him. I'm not even gay and I'd consider spending the rest of my life holding him in my arms. Hypothetically speaking, of course. Ahem.
I Love You Phillip Morris follows the lead set by most modern comedies, and cranks up the colour knob about ten pastel notches beyond Easter Sunday. This is truly a beautiful visual experience, which was hinted at in the advertising, but never really captured. The directors and cinematographer Xavier Pérez Grobet don't go full Peter Greenaway with colour themes, but there are sections that are defined by a specific hue and/or colour style, specifically different eras in flashback, hospital scenes and prison scenes (shockingly the production didn't pick the bright yellow prison jumpsuits). Most of the film is slightly blown out, yellowed, and grainy. Peter Jackson's Lovely Bones used a similar look to evoke period, but here the look generally evokes a jovial feel that helps the jagged tonal shifts. The film was shot on 35mm, but is repetitively grainy enough to make it look a bit like a 16mm production. Details are never overwhelmingly sharp, but there are clear differences (in background detail clarity especially) between this 1080p Blu-ray and the DVD I used to get these screen caps. Sometimes the clarity gets the better of the film, and you can see bristles where Carrey has shaved his widow's peak. For some idiotic reason this kept pulling me out of the film.
The audio design isn't as impressive as the decorative production design and cinematography, but this DTS-HD Master Audio track does everything it can to make it work. The track is very warm, well balanced, and loud without noticeable noise on the highest levels. There are a few standout moments, including Russell's big car accident towards the beginning of the film, his prison roommate entering the cat-calling chaos of jail, and the hilarious juxtaposition of romantic dancing over a brutal inmate and guard fistfight. Besides these occasional blips, and some effectively immersive pop music cues, there isn't really any directional work, and the rear channels only hum with occasional ambience. Car engines and music ensure that the LFE does its job.
Extras start with a group commentary track featuring writer/directors John Requa and Glenn Ficarra, producers Andrew Lazar and Far Shariat, chief lighting technician Max Pomerleau and cinematographer Xavier Pérez Grobet. It's not the most entertaining track, but it's consistent, informative, and has a few belly laughs. Most behind the scenes tales concern the film's ridiculously low budget, and Grobet's beautiful photography. Discussion of Carry's input and influence, and information about the real life story are among the most interesting factoid snippets. Turns out even the short gag about Russell finding a way to get steak into the mess hall for him and Morris is based on a true story.
'The Making of I Love You Phillip Morris' (11:50, HD) is an amusing EPK that features interviews with most of the cast and crew, plenty of raw behind the scenes footage, and a little too much in the way of narrative reveals. For some reason the footage from the film itself is presented in standard definition-looking video. Next up are seven deleted/alternate/extended scenes (16:50, SD). These include Steven revealing his gayness to his wife, an unnecessary storm at sea scene, footage of Steven dealing with his new job, and more footage of Steven and his Miami boyfriend (much of this footage was resituated to appear it happened later in the story). Things are wrapped up with three trailers and trailers for other Lionsgate releases.
I Love You Phillip Morris is one of the most sadly overlooked films of the year (even though it was officially released in 2009), and deserves a discovery on home video. A word of advice: do yourself a favour and [i]don't[i] do too much research on the real life Steven Jay Russell. I was extremely ignorant to the story, and was left with some nice surprises. One could even say I was conned myself by the filmmakers, if one wanted to make me sound like an ass (and why wouldn't you?). This release looks and sounds solid, and features a good commentary track, along with a good collection of deleted scenes. Things could be improved with a more in depth look at the true story, but overall this is a very satisfying release.
* Note: The images on this page are not representative of the Blu-ray image quality.
Review by Gabriel Powers
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Disc Details
Release Date: 5th April 2011
Discs: 1
Disc Type: Blu-ray Disc
RCE: No
Video: 1080p
Aspect: 1.85:1
Anamorphic: No
Colour: Yes
Audio: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 English
Subtitles: English SDH and Spanish
Extras: Filmmakers Commentary, The Making of I Love You Phillip Morris, Deleted Scenes and Trailers
Easter Egg: No
Feature Details
Director: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
Cast: Jim Carrey, Ewan McGregor, Leslie Mann, Rodrigo Santoro
Genre: Comedy, Drama and Romance
Length: 98 minutes
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2015 Ford Transit: First Drive Review
The 2015 Ford Transit is new to the United States, but the Transit van has been around since 1965 in other parts of the world. In the United Kingdom, the name has almost become as generic as saying Kleenex instead of tissue or Coke instead of soda pop. Built in Kansas City, Mo., and following in the footsteps of the new Focus and the Fiesta, this new generation of commercial vehicle replaces the aging E-series. And chances are that delivery people nationwide will be all the happier for it.
By the Numbers
The Transit comes with a 129.9-inch or 147.6-in wheelbase, with the longer wheelbase version also available in an extended body length. Next, depending on wheelbase, there's a choice of low roof (83.6 in), medium-height roof (100.8 in) or high roof (110.1 in). With the high roof, someone 6 feet tall can easily stand up inside. In the largest version, total cargo volume is 487.3 cu ft. It's got a 4,650-lb maximum payload, and 7,500-lb maximum towing capacity.
Those numbers on the Transit's back doors -- namely 150, 250, 350 and 350 HD -- signify gross vehicle weights of 8,600, 9,000, 9,500 and 9,950 pounds, respectively. For the heaviest loads (350 HD), this van runs with a dual rear-wheel setup. This is only a total of 4 inches wider than the front, so drivers won't have much trouble gauging the van's width during tight maneuvers, making use of the relatively compact 39.2-foot turning circle. They'll also like the large, folding side mirrors, whose concave lower sections provide a useful view of the Transit's tail as well as vehicles in other lanes.
The base engine is a 3.7-liter V6 making 275 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, and consuming gasoline (in regular-wheelbase versions with low or medium roofs) at a rate of 14 miles per gallon in the city, 19 mpg on the highway and 16 mpg combined. A flex-fuel variant is adapted to burn E85 ethanol, as well as options of liquid propane gas and compressed natural gas. Also available is the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, good for 310 hp and 400 lb-ft, thanks to two turbochargers. Each engine is linked to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
If there are many miles to be covered with plenty of cargo on board, the 5-cylinder 3.2-liter Power Stroke diesel engine's hefty 350 lb-ft of torque will be much appreciated. There are no Environmental Protection Agency mileage ratings on this 185-hp turbocharged unit, as that's not required for Transit variants with an over-8,600-lb gross vehicle weight, but it should keep the company accountant in good spirits.
In Transit
Drivers should also be cheerful. That's because the cabin is remarkably quiet -- even in larger versions where noise would be expected to reverberate, the diesel engine is similarly subdued and clatter-free. This attribute, along with a comfortable driver's seat, goes a long way in keeping fatigue levels low. So, too, does the Transit's suspension (leaf springs at the rear) and its confidence-inspiring brakes. It's actually a pleasure to drive this van.
The steering wheel, which adjusts for height and reach, looks like it ought to be in a luxury sedan. Buttons for the stereo and trip computer are nestled among chrome highlights. The shift lever is positioned high in the dash, easily within reach. Electronic safety systems include a roll-stability feature and trailer sway control.
Having a pair of 12-volt sockets up front is useful, as are the many, varied stowage spaces. Options include Bluetooth, a power-adjustable driver's seat, navigation, another 12-volt outlet in the rear, cargo protection kits and LED lighting. On larger versions, the rear doors can open up to 270 degrees with magnets to hold them in place.
Managers should check out the Crew Chief program, which sends information on the fleet like heavy braking, hard acceleration, long engine idling times, oil life, tire pressures and location. It provides an overview that can help reduce fuel consumption and handle logistics more efficiently. Another advantage is that a Crew Chief-equipped Transit can come directly from the factory and be part of the manufacturer's warranty.
Bottom Line
The 2015 Ford Transit starts at $30,560 including destination. Opt for the 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine and that's another $1,865. The Power Stroke diesel, available in larger variants, is $5,995 extra. The Transit comes as a regular panel van, wagon with seating for eight to 15 occupants, or chassis cab and cutaway body. And there are plenty of upfitters that can be tailored according to specific needs.


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It wasn�t what I expected, not at all.
More than a week ago I saw an editorial by the New York Times on Facebook with this rather distressing headline: �The Decline of North Carolina.� The scathing piece was like kudzu on social media � growing and clinging with every Facebook �share� or retweet via Twitter.
In short, it was generating a lot of talk in North Carolina, even on the day it was published. That�s how weird things are today. News or stories that could take days to arrive from some faraway point A to a random point B, are now available within minutes of publication. People in North Carolina saw it, and saw it quickly.
I immediately had some questions about the Times� opinion of North Carolina and its rather strong assertion that Republicans are driving the state to ruin � or perhaps Mississippi � in a souped up garbage truck. After all, the editorial strongly took the GOP to task while ignoring years of scandal and corruption by previous Democratic regimes. The Times also seems to believe that North Carolina manufactures money in much the same way New York seems to.
In a word, hardly.
But amid the partisanship, the editorial made some worthy points, too. Any political movement � and what�s going on in Raleigh most certainly qualifies as that � is always fair game for pointed questions from the media and public about where all this will lead.
Anyway, I decided that print customers of the Times-News should have the opportunity to read the same things folks online had access to via social media. On the fly we cooked up a �What do you Say?� feature and published it on the Opinion page under the heading of �Other Opinions. It appeared where letters to the editor normally reside. In it, I wrote the following:
Wednesday (July 10) the New York Times took the North Carolina General Assembly and Gov. Pat McCrory to task in an editorial headlined �The Decline of North Carolina.� The Times editorial board pulls no punches in its criticism of state Republican leaders for what it characterizes as a dismantling of North Carolina�s national reputation for moderation, education and tolerance.
Our question for readers is this: Is the Times right or wrong in its assessment?
I then asked for responses via email or handwritten for postal or personal delivery.
And I got a bunch.
What I anticipated, though, wasn�t what I got. I expected pretty strong feedback from Republican readers anxious to point out the flaws they detected in the NYT�s argument with state GOP leaders. �Who, indeed, is the New York Times to come down here and belittle political changes it�s taken years to render?� And that would be the gentle, pre-internet version.
But really, that didn�t happen at all. In fact, overall I received 37 responses to �What do you Say.� Only four took the pro-GOP position. Two of those did not wish their responses printed. One seemed to incorrectly believe I had written the editorial. One wanted his response published verbatim � including the use of all capital letters.
Sorry, no shouting allowed on the Opinion page. And all content on the Opinion page is edited in one way or another for length, clarity or context. Even my writing is edited. If the boss is edited, then everyone is.
I did publish a shorter version of his letter on the following page with other responses because I wanted balance on this issue and had truly expected to have it. The complete version can be found online under Unedited Letters.
I apologize in advance for not being able to publish all the responses in print. What we were able to get on today�s A5, though, is representative of most comments I received. A couple of letters will be published later. They were addressed specifically to the Open Forum. My colleague, managing editor Jay Ashley, also has his own take on this New York state of mind. It�s on this page today.
My appreciation goes out to all who took the time to participate. More than 20 people thanked us for publishing the New York Times editorial.
As for the future of our �What do you Say� feature, we�ll probably do it again.
Madison Taylor is editor of the Times-News. Contact him by email at email@example.com.


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Adjusting for Sunday night games irks Matheny
PITTSBURGH -- Sunday's nationally televised game drew ample local attention and anticipation as it marked the first Sunday game under the lights in PNC Park history and the first in Pittsburgh since 1996.
The Cardinals, however, would have rather not been a part of it.View Full Game Coverage
PITTSBURGH -- Sunday's nationally televised game drew ample local attention and anticipation as it marked the first Sunday game under the lights in PNC Park history and the first in Pittsburgh since 1996.
The Cardinals, however, would have rather not been a part of it.View Full Game Coverage
While Pirates manager Clint Hurdle associated ESPN's selection of this game as another tangible sign of the Pirates' increase in relevancy, Cardinals manager Mike Matheny dismissed suggestions that his club should feel honored for being chosen for prime-time viewing.
"That's the answer that they keep giving us, is that we should be grateful," Matheny said. "But I have to tell you, there is no gratitude for this. I understand for the good of the game, but there is no benefit for us. Our fan base is going to be able to pick up our games on TV. This isn't like back in the day where if you get coverage from them it's the only time people are going to get to see you. People all over the world are picking up our games.
"It is a compliment that they want to see us on the national scene. I don't think it's taken into consideration at all that it makes it harder for us. You get in at four o'clock in the morning and ... if they tell you that playing the next day that's not going to affect you, I'd say they're wrong. I'm not looking for excuses, but it's happened to us. It happened to us last year and we played through it. You start watching guys getting run down."
Matheny's opinion is certainly influenced by the frequency with which his club appears in these showcased games. In 2013, the Cardinals played six Sunday night games, the maximum allowed per team based upon Major League Baseball's contract with ESPN.
The Cardinals are in a stretch of playing three Sunday night games in a four-week span. All are on the road, which means that a postgame overnight flight is attached to each one. None of the three are followed by an off-day either, something Matheny suggested would help minimize the competitive disadvantage.
"I think a little more consideration needs to be given to the fact that it beats a team up," Matheny said. "Our job is to win games, and I feel this is something that affects us one way or another. There is nobody out there fighting for us on this. It is what it is. I understand that there are big contracts that go toward baseball and our club specifically, too, and I'm grateful for that. But when it comes down to this club in here, we don't feel exceptionally fortunate that these games are put on the national scene. It makes it more difficult for us."
The Cardinals, after playing last Sunday night in Chicago, were not to their Atlanta hotel until close to 4 a.m. ET on Monday. The team had a game against the Braves later that day. The most challenging rebound will come later this month when the Cardinals play under the lights in Cincinnati on May 25 before facing the Yankees in a home Memorial Day afternoon game.
ESPN has already chosen the Cardinals' July 20 home game against the Dodgers as another for its Sunday night telecast. The network still has the flexibility to select two more St. Louis games.
"I'm sure more national exposure for our club is good in some sense, but once again, in here, it comes down to wins and losses," Matheny said. "That is all we look at. And all I look at is trying to keep these guys right, or get them right. And bringing them in on things that get them out of their normal routine isn't easy to do."
Jenifer Langosch is a reporter for MLB.com. Read her blog, By Gosh, It's Langosch, and follow her on Twitter @LangoschMLB.


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"Mexico is one of the hottest beach destinations for honeymoons and ranks number one for destination weddings right now with good reason," said Jack E. Richards, president and CEO of Pleasant Holidays. "Travelers can enjoy idyllic beaches and superb cuisine, exceptional accommodations and service, enriching cultural experiences, pampering spas and world-class golf at all-inclusive resorts that make luxury affordable."
According to Kelly Movchan, specialty sales supervisor at MLT Vacations, destination weddings have been trending in recent years.
"At MLT Vacations, we've seen the popularity of destination weddings rise 60 percent over the last five years," said Movchan. "The biggest driver for our clients choosing Mexico is the choice of beautiful beach destinations. Another factor in choosing Mexico over the Caribbean is the price point — Mexico is less expensive than the Caribbean. Lift to Mexico is also very good year-round, which isn't always the case in the Caribbean."
Jim Tedesco, marketing director for Gogo Vacations, sees two major trends within the Mexico honeymoon market.
"One is that couples are more willing to take their honeymoon later in the year if it means they can save longer and take a nicer vacation together," he said. "They are also more open to booking with an agent since they want everything to be perfect. This is an opportunity to wow them because we all know the honeymoon trip can turn into the one-year anniversary trip, which can then turn into the first family vacation."
Tips for Getting It RightAgents should keep in mind that while a Mexico honeymoon should be special as it is the first vacation the happy couple takes as husband and wife, it also comes at the tail end of the couple probably writing a lot of checks to cover wedding expenses.
"An agent's first question should be when are clients looking to travel and what is their budget," said Tedesco. "Next, ask if the couple has considered holding off their honeymoon until later in the year so they have some more money saved."
Richards has some tips for agents booking honeymoon or destination wedding travel with Pleasant Holidays: Book all-inclusive resorts. Pleasant Holidays' portfolio offers a variety of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico where everything is included upfront. There are no unpleasant surprises — a welcome change from the many unforeseen expenses encountered while planning the wedding. Odds are that clients have a picture in their mind of exactly what they want from their Mexico honeymoon or destination wedding, so have an archive of images that match the clients' vision in order to make the sale. Book activities in advance — this ensures availability and increases commission income in the process.
Pleasant Holidays has a number of helpful tools for agents, including a tour operator tool on PleasantActivities.com that features real-time inventory and pricing for Mexico's most popular attractions.
"Another thing agents should keep in mind is that Mexico requires a blood test four days prior to the wedding," noted Movchan. "One solution we suggest is that a couple wed legally in the U.S. and then have a second wedding ceremony in Mexico."
MLT Vacations is also a fan of all-inclusive resorts for destination weddings in Mexico.
"The beauty of an all-inclusive is that the whole party is at the same resort," said Movchan. "We find the larger all-inclusive resorts in Mexico offer a destination wedding party flexibility in cost, since some participants may choose the higher-end accommodations, while others may choose the less expensive room categories."
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(Updated 11:30 p.m.) A homeless woman made a spooky Halloween's eve discovery on the Upper Green: bones from a centuries-old human body unearthed by a giant oak tree toppled by Superstorm Sandy.
The woman, Katie Carbo, made the discovery around 3:15 p.m. near the corner of College and Chapel streets. Visible among the roots of the tree is the back of skull, upside down, with its mouth open (pictured). It is still connected to a spine and rib cage.
Carbo called police, who confirmed the discovery. Detectives headed to the scene to investigate.
Sgt. Anthony Zona said the police do not suspect foul play. He noted that that part of the Green long ago served as a burial ground.
"That body has probably been there a long, long time," Zona said.
"Twenty-four years on the job," he added, "and different things just happen all the time."
At 6:55 p.m., Alfredo Camargo arrived on scene from the state medical examiner's office. His title: "Death investigator." (Seriously.)
The police had set up a bright spotlight so Camargo could work.
He zipped up his Tyvek suit, put on white rubber gloves, then climbed into the hole in the tree to check out the skeleton.
He then came out and pronounced: "It's going to take us a while."
He brought a toolkit with hand-held rakes, sifters, trowels, and brushes. He predicted the job will take at least a couple of hours—if it doesn't rain.
Camargo got to work digging out leaves from the hole.
Camargo passed bones out to Gary Aronsen (pictured), a research associate in Yale's anthropology department, who put them into individual, labeled plastic bags.
Sgt. Sam Brown grabbed a tarp on which to put the bones.
How The Discovery Happened
Carbo may have been the second person to find the remains, but the first to report it to authorities.
The tree fell at around 6 p.m. Monday near the peak of Superstorm Sandy. A stone marker at the foot of the tree (pictured) identifies it as the "Lincoln Oak," planted in 1909 on the 100th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's birth.
A local artist, Silas Finch (at left in photo), saw it fall. He started rooting around—for hours—in the root ball upended along with the tree looking for old coins. He even came back Tuesday morning to dig some more.
At one point he found what he thought was a human bone. It was about a foot long, Finch said. He called his friend, a fellow artist and New Haven historian named Robert Greenberg.
"No way there could be human bones. It's an animal bone." Finch recalled Greenberg telling him. "Lo and behold, it's definitely not."
Then Carbo (pictured), a Green regular who participated in Occupy New Haven protests earlier this year, spotted bones in the tree as she looked at it Tuesday afternoon.
She remembered thinking, "Wait a minute, that doesn't look like a regular rock." It turned out to be a skull. She touched it, a piece came off, and she could tell it was bone, she said.
"I took a stick and unearthed it more," Carbo said. "It was just crazy. I just couldn't believe it. I knew it was a cemetery here."
Soon a rib cage, a spinal column, and a skull were visible, complete with open mouth and a full set of teeth.
A crowd gathered. Sgt. Anthony Zona said detectives had been notified and were on their way.
"This is someone's family remains. It should be given a proper burial," Carbo said.
Silas Finch was back at the scene, recalling his initial discovery.
"It was really creepy," he said with a shiver. "I was literally down in that hole directly in front of that skull."
Carbo said she wasn't creeped out. "I feel like it was just someone's earthly shell. Their soul is long gone from here."
At 5:30 p.m., a crowd gathered near the scene and a TV news crew showed up. A detective obliged quizzical passersby by pointing to the skull.
Curtis T. (at left in photo) passed by on his way to a homeless shelter. "You think it's the hurricane?" he said about the tree's uprooting. "I think a dead man trying to tell a tale."
At 6:30 p.m. police showed up with a large spotlight used to illuminate crime scenes. They flooded the root ball with light, attracting a growing crowd. The cops set up a perimeter with "crime scene—do not cross" tape.
Greenberg (at center in photo) opened a binder of historical documents and announced a hypothesis: The skeleton could belong to a victim of smallpox, interred in what amounted to a "mass burial site."
As evidence, he cited a passage in the New Haven Green chapter of the book, "Historical Sketches of New Haven." The book describes how some notables, beginning with Martha Townsend, were buried in the walled-off cemetery behind the Center Church on the Green. Others were buried in the rest of the Upper Green, apparently with great density.
"Sometimes, at the dead of night, apart from the others, the victims of smallpox were fearfully hid here," the book reads. "The ground was filled with graves between the Church and College Street; sixteen bodies having been found within sixteen square feet."
The last bodies were buried there in the 1700s, Greenberg said. In 1821, the stones were moved to the Grove Street Cemetery, and the ground was raised to level off the Green. The bodies remained behind.
Cops planned to guard the bones tonight on the graveyard shift.
At 7:45 p.m., rain began to fall. The death investigator erected a white tent to protect the work.
The crowd grew impatient as the work progressed. They pressed forward against the crime scene tape in attempt to see the skull.
"Give a dog a bone!" cried an onlooker, holding his dog on a leash.
At around 10 p.m., the death investigator sawed off a root that was in the way, then reached in and plucked the skull from the root ball. To the crowd's chagrin, he didn't hold it up for all to see. Aronsen, the anthropologist, quickly placed it in a paper Stop & Shop bag. The skull appeared to be fragmented.
The exhumation will continue "at least through tomorrow," according to police spokesman Officer Dave Hartman.
Hartman said the extrication serves a historical, not a forensic, purpose. The objective is to honor the dead through preservation.
"We're not going to let bodily remains end up in the public works chipper," he said.