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Subject: FAS 133 Accounting for Derivatives
Date: January 4, 1999
To: Chief Executive Officers of all National Banks, Department and Division Heads, and all Examining Personnel
Description: Interim Guidance for National Banks
On December 29, 1998, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve Board, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Office of Thrift Supervision (agencies) issued interim guidance on the treatment of derivatives for regulatory reporting and capital purposes. The agencies took this action in response to changes in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) resulting from Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 133, "Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities" (FAS 133).
FAS 133 requires institutions to record all derivatives on the balance sheet as assets or liabilities at their fair value. This statement significantly changes the accounting treatment of derivatives used for hedging purposes and for financial instruments with certain types of embedded derivatives. These new accounting requirements may affect the amount of a national bank's recorded assets, liabilities, and equity and corresponding regulatory capital levels. OCC Bulletin 98-45 contains a more detailed description of FAS 133 and its implications to national banks.
The impact of FAS 133 on bank capital requirements is still under review by the agencies. Pending completion of that review, however, the attached interagency guidance stipulates that upon adoption of FAS 133 banks should:
In addition, until call reports are modified to include a separate line item for the accumulated net gains (losses) on cash flow hedges, national banks should report the gains or losses on cash flow hedges placed in a separate component of equity in the same call report line item currently used for "net unrealized holding gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities."
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Ask the Critic: Where Can I Take a Well-Behaved Baby?
You have restaurant questions? We have answers. Where to take a dinner date? Restaurants good for parents or picky eaters? Food etiquette? Food and restaurant writer Carey Jones answers your questions. Email [email protected] to submit.
Editor's note: Here to answer your questions is senior managing editor, former SENY editor, and frequent author of our NYC restaurant reviews Carey Jones. We'll take a few of your questions each week and give you the New York restaurant advice you're looking for. Email [email protected] with the subject line Ask the Critic to submit your question!
This week on Ask the Critic: A food-loving couple who want to dine well in New York but want their baby to be welcome, too. (Pass on the Babygate.)
Where Can I Take a Well-Behaved Baby?
Carey, What would you recommend as the most baby-friendly nice restaurants in NYC? I have a good baby (no, really!) who does great at restaurants. But I understand that even good babies are not appropriate guests at many higher-end restaurants. My husband and I would like to eat well when we visit for a day or two this winter and want to bring our baby with us. We are totally willing to visit for lunch instead of dinner and/or take the earliest dinner reservation available. We would of course warn the restaurant that we are bringing her, take her out at the first sign of fussiness, and tip generously.
It's true that Manhattan can seem quite hostile to young children—although I'd venture to say that if you do call restaurants ahead of time, and tell them just what you said here, many would welcome you. Even if, like you suggest, they'd prefer you come early or for lunch.
But I wouldn't want to presume—so instead of giving you my own best guess, I ran your question by a number of high-end chefs, managers, and restaurant owners. Here are just a few who would welcome you; all of their restaurants are Serious Eats-approved.
Nick Anderer, Executive Chef/Partner at Maialino
"Maialino is a great restaurant for kids! We welcome families to bring their little ones as we offer high chairs as well as booster seats. Because these seats are limited, it is helpful to mention this information while making a reservation so we can make the proper accommodations. The menu is very kid-friendly as well, offering kid pasta options like spaghetti with tomato sauce or pasta with butter or olive oil. Brunch is also a great time for the whole family to enjoy with menu options like pancakes, oatmeal and eggs just the way they like them."
Julia Travis, General Manager of Cull & Pistol
"While we aren't able to accommodate strollers, we're always happy to accommodate kids! We have high-chairs and some kid-friendly menu offers like fish & chips or a hot dog (typically only offered from the Shack in the Back, next door). However, even cooler than that is the number of kids who are adventurous eaters and had their first oysters here with us! That having been said, we would not recommend bringing kids during Happy Hour when seating is only at the bar or high tables, not quite as easy with the little ones...."
Alicia Nosenzo, co-owner of Perilla, Kin Shop, and The Marrow
"We are actually pretty kid-friendly in all our restaurants, and people do bring in their children all the time. We do not supply crayons and coloring books or anything like that, but we get quite a few kids and babies. Honestly we do not mind them, especially when they are well behaved. We've had people bring in babies after 9 p.m. in their strollers. Some babies seem to like the ambient noise and sleep right through it. I really appreciate when people are sensitive to the other diners around them, and if the baby cries or is fussy takes them for a walk away from the other tables. There are lots of places in the West Village that I think are similar in philosophy. We live in a very urban environment, and I think a lot of New York kids grow up eating in restaurants, unlike when I was a kid and we rarely went to restaurants."
Justin Hollander, general manager of Saul
"I'd say we're kid-friendly. There are definitely no parameters for our guests dining with children. While we don't have a kids' menu, we are very verbally accommodating. If a child wants something that's not on the menu, we'll do our best to make it happen. We don't usually have any issues with other guests."
I also reached out to some Serious Eats alums who have kids of their own for their thoughts.
Alaina Browne
"In general, I would recommend going early (lunch is also a good idea!) and to places that are noisy, or places that are less cozy (so you aren't right on top of your neighbors). At a noisy restaurant, other diners are less likely to notice/hear a fussy little one. Balthazar might be good, or Lafayette (we haven't taken our son Malcolm to either, for the record). Momofuku Ssam Bar is near empty at lunch, and we went there with Malcolm when he was less than 12 months old and that was fine."
Adam Kuban
"Some of the fancy food hall places might work—or would be good to keep in mind for lunch options while she visits. We often go to the Plaza Food Hall before/after a visit to Central Park. The Todd English part can be very good if you pick the right item, and the expanded part has some good vendors in there. Always lots of families so you never feel like an asshat dragging a kid in there. And there's Gotham West Market."
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Nissan has solely declared the Japanese market launch of its modern condensed sports crossover ride 2011 Nissan JUKE. Already at the brand's dealerships, the bold-styled JUKE is sacrificed the customers a brand-new vision in the compact version, mixing the quickness of a small sports car with the quality,safty and stoutness of a sport utility vehicle.
Nissan Juke is about to carve out a unique space in the rapidly growing compact crossover/hatchback segment with its combination of striking design, agile handling and driving pleasure and user friendly technology," said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, Nissan North America. "Add in the convenience, versatility and high seating positioning of a traditional compact SUV.
The 2011 Nissan Juke is a new compact SUV from this Japanese automaker. Juke seats 5 and slots below the Nissan Rogue in size. It comes in three trim levels: base S, mid-level SV, and top-line SL. Each is offered with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. That engine should have plenty of power to hustle the Juke, considering that this thing is small. With a 99.6-inch wheelbase, and at 162.4 inches long, 69.5 inches wide, and 61.8 inches tall, the Juke will actually be about the same size as the wee Versa five-door, which gets by okay with just 122 hp. The Versa's wheelbase measures 102.4 inches, while its length, width, and height come in at 169.1 inches, 66.7 inches, and 60.4 inches, respectively.The sole engine is a 180-horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder. All Jukes offer a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that behaves like an automatic. The front-drive SV and SL can be equipped with a 6-speed manual.
No official pricing has been revealed yet, but Nissan promises that the Juke will start at "just under $20,000." Want to learn more? Check out our high-res gallery below and the official press releases and spec sheet after the jump.
Featuring the first application of Nissan's 1.6-liter direct injected four-cylinder turbo in North America, it will be available with torque vectoring all-wheel drive, so it might just be the driver's car of the bunch, too.
Size, liters/cu. in. 1.6/98
Horsepower @ rpm. 180@NA
Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. 170@NA
Availability Standard
Wheelbase, in. 99.6
Overall Length, in. 162.4
Overall Width, in. 69.5
Overall Height, in. 61.8
Featuring "180+ horsepower and 170+ lb-ft of torque," it will be available in both six-speed manual form and CVT with a sport setting. The 2011 Nissan JUKE is priced between 1,690,500 yen (18,460.96 USD) and 1,790,250 yen (19,550.75 USD), including consumption tax.Unfortunately, the three-pedal setup will only be available in front-drive SV and SL trim, however. That torque-vectoring system? It defaults to a 50:50 front-to-rear split, but it can push power from side-to-side along the rear axle when situations warrant.


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The following story was published in the Revolution's "Match Day" program for the Aug. 14 game against the Houston Dynamo
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Just four months into his first season with the New England Revolution, Marko Perovic has made quite the impression.
Entering Saturday night's game against the Houston Dynamo, the 26-year-old Serb is the Revolution's second-leading scorer in league play with four regular-season goals, while he's also added a pair of strikes in SuperLiga. His six goals in all competitions match rookie forward Zack Schilawski for top spot on the club's scoring charts.
Perovic got off the mark with his first goal for the Revs on April 24 against Colorado and doubled his tally one month later against the New York Red Bulls, but it wasn't until July that the gifted midfielder started pouring in the goals. During a five-game stretch from July 10-31, he scored four of the Revolution's six goals while assisting on another, scored by Schilawski. In a matter of weeks, Perovic's name became well-known in MLS circles.
It's a scenario Perovic never imagined while playing for FC Basel in the Swiss Super League a short time ago.
"I never looked [at] coming to the United States," Perovic admitted, "because normally I play in Europe and I am close with my home, close with my family. But the last two or three years in Europe, [MLS is popular]. All the people talk about MLS and I see a lot of players coming to MLS."
Through 2009, Perovic was quite happy in Switzerland, playing Champions League soccer with FC Basel against world powerhouses such as FC Barcelona and Sporting Clube de Portugal. Manager Christian Gross – who brought Perovic to FC Basel from Red Star Belgrade in 2008 – consistently had a spot for the Serb in his starting lineup.
But Gross moved on to become manager at German Bundesliga club VfB Stuttgart in December 2009, and Thorsten Fink took over at FC Basel. Under Fink, Perovic saw a decrease in playing time and decided it was time to make a move.
"[Fink] came in and he [brought in] a lot of new players and he changed everything at the club, and I [didn't] play too much," said Perovic. "For me, it's important to play. I think for everybody, it's important to play."
With his mind made up on a move away from FC Basel, Perovic listened to the advice of his agent and began mulling interest from Major League Soccer. It wasn't long before he joined up with the Revolution during the club's preseason training trip to North Carolina and after taking part in two friendlies with the Revs, both sides showed interest in getting a deal done.
It took a couple weeks for Perovic to work out his contract situation with FC Basel, plus an additional two weeks as he waited to receive his U.S. P-1 Visa, but by early April, Perovic was in New England. He made his debut in the 2010 home opener against Toronto FC on April 10.
The transition to the United States can be a daunting one for young foreign athletes – especially without a complete knowledge of the English language – but Perovic settled in nicely from the outset. He credits the welcoming attitude of the Revs players and coaching staff with his smooth shift to the States.
"All the players, they always come to me and say, 'Marko, you want help? For everything, you call me,'" Perovic said. "Shalrie (Joseph), Darrius (Barnes), (head coach) Steve (Nicol), everybody. I said, 'This is nice, they're like old friends. This is good.'"
While he would likely never admit it, Perovic's own outgoing personality also played a part in his quick acclimation to the club. From the very start, he acted as if he'd been with the team for years, joking around with his teammates and the Revolution's staff.
"He's a great guy," said Chris Tierney. "He's got a great personality, he's easy to get along with, he works hard and he plays the right way. I think he's adapted really well and he just keeps getting better and better."
Likely the biggest difference Perovic has encountered between his time in Switzerland and his new career in the United States is the rigor of cross-country travel. Most European countries are small enough that extensive travel is almost non-existent, but that's quite clearly not the case in the United States, the fourth-largest country in the world in terms of land mass.
Perovic was given a swift introduction to the league's travel requirements, as his first road trip sent him to San Jose, Calif., almost 3,000 miles across the country. It was a new experience, to say the least.
"For everybody I think it's difficult traveling [across the country]," Perovic said. "For me it's also difficult because in Europe, we always go with (a) bus, we never go with (a) flight. Maybe when we play Champions League and Europa League we go with (a) flight, but also the distance is short – not long like seven hours, maximum two or three hours. But this is my job, I must travel."
As far as his on-field performance, Perovic seems to have adapted quite seamlessly in that regard. He said his prior experience in Switzerland has helped his adjustment to MLS because both leagues have a similar physical playing style and are comparable in terms of skill level.
Perovic has shown flashes of brilliance from the run of play, but he's displayed his true quality from set pieces, particularly in recent weeks. Three of his six goals have come direct from free kicks, giving the Revs a true set-piece specialist for the first time in years.
"It's huge because he's capable of scoring at any time," said Nicol. "Whether he's on form or whether he's off form, he's capable of just doing something from nothing and putting the ball in the net."
Prior to Perovic's arrival, Tierney was one of the Revolution's top free kick takers and delivered most of the club's corner kicks. Now, he spends extra time after training sessions testing himself against Perovic.
"It's top quality, it really is," Tierney said of Perovic's left foot. "I thought I was whipping in some decent balls on set pieces, but I'll happily concede to him whenever one comes up because his service is great. He's scored three goals now off set pieces. Every time he's over it, something good happens."
Surprisingly, free kicks haven't always been Perovic's specialty. He claims he wasn't a goal scorer during his time with Red Star Belgrade, but after his move to FC Basel a coach gave him one simple – yet very helpful – piece of advice.
"A couple of years ago, I never [took] free kicks," Perovic said. "But one coach from Serbia, he told me, 'Marko, do you want to score goals?' I said, 'Yes!' He said, 'Then you must shoot! You have a good shot, but you must be strong and have confidence.'"
Perovic's confidence will likely continue to rise as he grows increasingly more comfortable with life in MLS. An even further boost to his confidence could be imminent with the recent addition of another Serb, 31-year-old forward Ilija Stolica. Perovic has known Stolica for years – he says the powerful forward will be an important signing for the Revs – and both players will find some comfort in having a fellow countryman in the locker room.
Although Perovic speaks decent English and has started forming an understanding with his Revolution teammates, he admits that having a forward on the field whom he knows and who speaks his native language could be beneficial.
"For me, it's good because we [speak] the same language," Perovic said. "It's also good when I play a game, because it's easier to talk. [In] a game, you don't have too much time to talk, you must be quick, and sometimes for me English is a problem. It's better that we know our language and I think it'll also be good for [Ilija]."
Should Perovic continue to impress in MLS, the possibility always exists that European teams could come calling once again. But at the present time, Revs fans need not worry – Perovic plans on an extended stay in the United States.
"It's nice living in New England," he said. "I am happy here because it's a nice club, nice fans, everything. It's good for me."


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Normacot's Muslim Community was granted full planning permission today to build a replacement mosque on the opposite side of Chaplin Road to where the original building lies.
Approval for planning was voted through without any votes against or abstentions at a meeting of Stoke-on-Trent City Council's Development Management Committee.
There were no members of public present to raise any objections to the plans. The city council had only received three letters of protest during the application protest.
As a condition, building work must commence on the new mosque within three years of the date that the planning permission was granted.
Councillor Ann James raised concerns over the increased traffic in the area and the fact that there were already parking issues when the current mosque was busy.
The planning officer was able to allay her fears by informing the meeting that the mosques trust had purchased additional land alongside the existing mosque and that both sites would be used for parking.
The height of the building including the minaret will be no more than 1.5 metres higher that the adjacent block of apartments.
The mosque trust will also have to adhere to a number of conditions.
A) The provision of a traffic management scheme and if required, a controlled parking zone.
B) Covered cycle parking facilities provided within the site.
C) A detailed Travel plan that sets out how the mosque users and the trust intend to reduce the reliance on private motor cars.
D) A landscaping plan that details the treatment of all ground surfaces, tree and shrub planting, finished level of contours.
E) Announcements and calls to prayer using external amplification shall not take place except on Fridays, Eid Days and during the holy month of Ramadan. On these days they shall not take place before 07.30 or after 20.00 hours. The announcements or calls shall last no longer than two minutes and shall not exceed a volume of 60dBL at source.
The call to prayer issue has already been addressed.
The Mosque trust have already stated that it would be announced through an internal PA system 5 minutes before the actual prayer meeting takes place. The previous permission was subject to a condition which limited the volume and times that prayer calls could take place and it is suggested that a similar condition be used, now that planning had been granted.
Members of the mosque trust were present in the chamber to hear the news of their successful application.


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2012 Heritage Turkey Producer List
Its time to get your heritage turkey for Thanksgiving! Slow Food WiSE's Heritage Turkey Project promotes the restoration of heritage breed turkeys in our region by pairing farmers with eaters. As opposed to the Broad Breasted White turkey that dominates our industrial food system and tables, heritage breeds such as the Narragansett, Bourbon Red, and Blue Slate have varying foraging, tending and flavor characteristics.
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The National Child Passenger Safety Certification Training Program certifies people as child passenger safety technicians and instructors. Since the program began in 1997, more than 154,000 people have completed training and been certified as child passenger safety (CPS) technicians. They come from hospitals, police departments, fire departments and health departments. Many technicians are parents, many are volunteers, but they all have one thing in common: They care deeply about kids and want to make sure they're safe.
CPS technicians and instructors put their knowledge to work by conducting child safety seat checks, where parents and caregivers receive hands-on assistance with proper use of child restraint systems and safety belts.
Safe Kids is the certifying body for the National Child Passenger Safety Certification Training Program. It administers all aspects of CPS certification and maintains a directory of nationally certified CPS technicians and instructors. Safe Kids provides course materials, registration and customer service to CPS technicians and instructors.
The National Child Passenger Safety Certification Training Program is Made Possible by the Following Partners
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) developed the original National Standardized Child Passenger Safety Training Curriculum in the mid-1990s and continues to update it with the latest technical information. NHTSA is also a founding member of the National Child Passenger Safety Board.
The National Child Passenger Safety Board
The National Child Passenger Safety Board strives to improve the quality and integrity of child passenger safety information and materials. It provides recommendations and guidance to NHTSA and Safe Kids regarding curricula and test development and serves as a panel of experts and advocates for the program as a whole.
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Since 2005, State Farm has been the sole corporate sponsor of the National Child Passenger Safety Certification Training Program. Its support makes possible the online certification and course management systems and provides online program enhancements for CPS technicians and instructors.
Are you interested in becoming a CPS technician? Learn more about the program and how you can become certified.
Since the CPS certification program began in 1998, more than 162,000 people have successfully completed the course, including 41,000 currently certified CPS technicians. These dedicated technicians offer education, support and guidance in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories.
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The U.S. CPS certification program is widely considered to be the gold standard across the globe and is regularly offered outside the United States and its territories. Recent certification courses have been offered in Canada, China, Israel, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. Safe Kids provides course materials and supports instructors as they strive to keep kids safe in vehicles around the world.


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This is one of those $2 plants that I brought a lot of in the early days.
Hopefully it will grow into something reasonable but it didnt really do much in its first year.
Still getting a bit bigger. Not spreading much though.
Probably grown a few extra blades of grass, maybe.
Not much growth but it has flowered.
Maybe its just me but it appears to be a little bigger?.
Seems to be doing OK. Certainly filled out a bit more.
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BYU Coach Earns USOC Award
Tomasi Waqa is inspiring America to fall in love with rugby every day. He is the coach of the BYU Women's Rugby team, the coach of the Humless Men's Rugby Club, a U-20 NASC Selector and between the three he balances a family life with two children, his duties as President of the Utah Fiji association, and an active member of the LDS Church.
Whether it be on the pitch or not, Tomasi Waqa's life is dedicated to helping others and because of this selflessness, coupled with coaching excellence, he has been chosen as the USOC Volunteer Coach of the Year for Rugby.
Christine Bolger, Manager of Coaching Education at the USOC, outlined the Coach of the Year Program as a means to help develop coaching and bring the positive influence that coaches have to attention. "The goals of the USOC Coach of the Year Program are to elevate the status of coaching as a profession and to recognize coaches who prepare our athletes for performance at every level of sport."
Waqa came to the United States from Fiji when he was 19 years old and with him he brought a great knowledge and enthusiasm for rugby. This knowledge helped him take over the head coaching position at the BYU Women's Rugby Club in 2004.
Over the past seven seasons the BYU Women's Rugby Club has become a national power and in recent years have produced multiple All-Americans; Kristi Jackson, Monica Jackson, and Rebekah Siebach are just three from the 2011 team. With such high standards set, one would think that Waqa is extremely exclusive when selecting his players. But this is not the case at all.
"Tom adamantly demands that we keep the team open for anyone. Tom has never, ever cut anyone," said one of his players in her nomination testament, "Even if the girl progresses slowly or shows no real potential he recognizes her love for the team and lets her stick around to be a part of that."
This synergy that Waqa fosters has led many young women to fall in love with rugby. Each semester the club welcomes in roughly 20 new members, where in the past they would struggle to field a team of 15 for a full season. In turn, these girls have spread rugby to countless friends, family, and have inspired new players with their passion. Currently the team has over 20 certified Rookie Rugby coaches, further spreading the enthusiasm Waqa has inspired.
Waqa's influence begins on the field and carries over into the everyday lives of those he has coached. Two-time All-American, Kirsten Siebach, played under Waqa for four years and feels that his impact resonates throughout his players' lives. "Tom influences the lives of those he coaches and produces not just good rugby players, but good people. He does this through example- no one works harder and gives more."
Bolger stated, "This award serves as a testament to Waqa's dedication to the Olympic ideals and recognizes his excellence in coaching." In receiving the award, Waqa's nomination was assessed against other nominations on the basis of his coaching excellence, the performance of his athletes, and the knowledge, experience, and attitude he brings to the field of play.
Tomasi Waqa exudes the ideals of the USOC, USA Rugby, and those of a great human being. His inspiration to his players and ongoing dedication to others has allowed Waqa to grow the game of rugby in his community to a higher standard than ever and will continue to inspire America to fall in love with rugby.


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"Technology alone will not improve education, but it can be a powerful part of the solution."
Sundar Pichai, CEO, Google
Technology is transforming teaching and learning. It's helping kids learn at their own pace, become creative problem solvers, and effective collaborators. But for those without access, existing learning gaps are only widening. That's why we'll continue directing our products, people, programs and philanthropy toward a future where every student has access to the skills they need and the quality education they deserve.


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A list of book releases compiled by Dr. Dobb's to keep you up-to-date on software development tools and techniques.
Rails Test Prescriptions: Keeping Your Application Healthy (beta)
by Noel Rappin
This book is a comprehensive guide to testing Rails applications, covering Test-Driven Development from both a theoretical perspective (why to test) and from a practical perspective (how to test effectively). It covers the core Rails testing tools and procedures for Rails 2 and Rails 3, and introduces popular add-ons, including Cucumber, Shoulda, Machinist, Mocha, and Rcov. This title is currently available in "Beta." If you buy the eBook now, you'll be able to download successive releases of the eBook as the authors add material and correct mistakes. You'll get the final eBook when the book is finished. If you buy the combo pack (Beta eBook, and finished Paper Book) now, you get the Beta eBook immediately. You'll get the finished paper book when it's released (estimated to be October 15, 2010).
OSGi and Equinox: Creating Highly Modular Java Systems
by Jeff McAffer, Paul Vanderlei and Simon Archer
The authors show how to make the most of OSGi and Equinox for building highly modular dynamic systems. Readers will quickly get started with Eclipse bundle tooling, creating an OSGi-based system, and will move rapidly to sophisticated production development. Next, readers will learn best practices and techniques for creating systems with exceptional modularity and maintainability. Also covered is OSGi's Declarative Services and how to use them to solve a wide variety of real-world problems. Finally, the authors present a complete case study project that takes readers from early prototype through application delivery.
The Art of Assembly Language, Second Edition
By Randall Hyde
This book teaches programmers how to understand assembly language and how to use it to write powerful, efficient code. Using the proven High Level Assembler (HLA) as its primary teaching tool, The Art of Assembly Language leverages your knowledge of high-level programming languages to make it easier for you to quickly grasp basic assembly concepts.
SAMS Teach Yourself Basecamp in 10 Minutes
by Patrice-Anne Rutledge
By working through 10-minute lessons, readers will learn everything to quickly and easily get up to speed with Basecamp, a leading web-based project collaboration tool.


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Burger King is looking for a new crown: Hot Dog King.
The Miami-based chain says it plans to put hot dogs on its menu nationally for the first time starting Feb. 23. It may seem like a jarring addition for those who know the chain for its Whoppers. But Burger King says its ability to flame-grill meat makes hot dogs a natural fit on its menu.
"This is probably the most obvious product launch ever," said Alex Macedo, president of Burger King North America.
With the launch, Burger King says it will offer hot dogs at all 7,100 of its U.S. restaurants — more U.S. locations than any other chain. Smaller chains that sell hot dogs include Dairy Queen and Sonic...


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ELAN News
Catalogue about European Landart Network published at Silvana Editoriale
"The landscape is a cultural concept particularly in Europe, in which nature without any human intervention does not exist. Inviting artists to work in...
ELAN would continue to be a pioneer of Land Art in Europe
"Europe is first and foremost a cultural project – and not primarily an economic one. Especially against the background of current economic crises...
Fourth ELAN-Symposium on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Springhornhof
The next ELAN-Syposium will take place at Springhornhof, Lower Saxony/Germany on Tuesday, 21. April 2015. LandArt in Europe and its interactions...
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Patient Education Videos
Understanding your dental care can increase your comfort level and confidence when undergoing any procedure. The Lake Dental Group has put together a number of helpful resources that provide valuable information about a variety of dental care topics.
The Lake Dental Group would be happy to speak with you about any questions or concerns you may have regarding general or cosmetic dentistry. You can also browse through the frequently asked questions below. There is a good chance someone else has asked that question that has been on your mind.
Your comfort and health are important to us. Please use these post-operative instructions as a helpful guide on what to expect and measures to take following your dental procedures. You can also call us if you have any questions or concerns following your operation.
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Questions to Ask Before SurgeryQuestions To Ask Before Surgery - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Important questions to ask before having surgery
Millions of Americans will undergo surgery each year. It is important for patients to be informed about the surgery being recommended, particularly if it is elective surgery (an operation you choose to have performed), rather than an emergency surgery (also called urgent surgery). All surgeries have risks and benefits which you should familiarize yourself with before deciding whether the procedure is appropriate for you.
The following are important questions you should review with your physician prior to surgery. Ask your physician to explain the answers clearly and ask for further clarification if you are having trouble understanding an explanation and/or any medical terms. Some patients find it helpful to write their questions down ahead of time and bring a tape recorder to help them review the information discussed before making a final decision.
It is important to remember that a well-informed patient tends to be more satisfied with the outcome or results of a procedure.
What is the operation being recommended?
Your physician should clearly explain the surgical procedure, explaining the steps involved and providing you with illustrative examples. You should ask if there are different methods for performing this operation and why he or she favors one way over another.
Why is the procedure necessary?
Reasons to have surgery may vary from relieving or preventing pain to diagnosing a problem to improving body function. Ask your physician to specifically explain why this procedure is being recommended for you and make sure you understand how this may improve your medical condition.
What are my alternatives to this procedure? Are there other treatment options available based on my current medical condition?
In some cases, medication or nonsurgical treatments, such as lifestyle changes, may be as helpful in improving a condition as surgery. Your physician should clearly explain the benefits and risks of these options so that you can make an informed decision about whether or not surgery is necessary. Sometimes "watchful waiting" is indicated, in which the physician will monitor your condition over a period of time to observe changes and the progression of a disease. You may still need surgery, or if your condition improves or stabilizes, you may be able to postpone surgery. After a period of "watchful waiting," it may be determined that surgery is still the best option.
What are the benefits of the surgery and how long will they last?
It is important that your physician outline the specific benefits of having surgery for you. You should also ask how long the benefits typically last. Some benefits only last a short time, and could possibly require a second operation, while others may last a lifetime.
Also, ask your physician about published information regarding the outcomes of the recommended procedure. This will allow you to make an informed decision and have realistic expectations about the surgery.
What are the risks and possible complications of having the operation?
Surgery always carries some risks, so it is important to weigh the benefits against the risks before surgery. Ask your physician to outline the possible complications, such as infection and bleeding, and possible side effects that could follow the procedure. You should also discuss pain and ways to manage any pain that may follow the procedure.
What happens if you do not have the operation?
If you decide, after weighing the benefits and risks of the surgery, not to have the operation, what will happen? You need to know whether the condition will worsen or if there is a possibility that it may resolve itself.
Should I obtain a second opinion?
Many health plans now require patients to obtain a second opinion before undergoing elective surgery. Your physician should be able to supply you with the names of qualified individuals who also perform the procedure. For more information on second opinions, see the Preoperative Management section of this module.
What is the physician's experience in performing this procedure?
You can minimize the risks of surgery by choosing a physician who is thoroughly trained and experienced in performing the procedure. You may ask the physician about his or her experience with the procedure being performed, including the number of times he or she has performed it, and his or her record of successes, as well as complications.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Until recently, most surgery was performed in hospitals. Today, however, many procedures are done on an outpatient basis or in ambulatory care centers. This lowers the cost of these procedures since you are not paying for a hospital room. Certain procedures still need to be performed on an inpatient basis. Be sure to ask your physician why he or she recommends either setting.
What type of anesthesia will be administered?
Your physician should tell you whether a local, regional, or general anesthesia will be administered and why this type of anesthesia is recommended for your procedure. You should also ask who will be administering the anesthesia (such as an anesthesiologist or a nurse anesthetist; both of whom are highly qualified to administer anesthesia) and ask to meet with that person before your operation. For more about anesthesia, see the Preoperative Management section of this module.
What can I expect during recovery?
Ask your physician what to expect in the first few days following surgery, as well as in the weeks and months that follow. You need to know how long you will be hospitalized, what limitations will be placed on you, and if there are special supplies or equipment you will need upon discharge. Knowing ahead of time what to expect will help you to cope and recover more quickly following the surgery.
What are the costs of this operation?
Because health plans vary in their coverage of different procedures, there may be costs you will be responsible for. You will need to know what the specific costs of the operation will be and how much your insurance or health plan will cover.
Tips for communicating with your physician
It is important to communicate your feelings, questions, and concerns with your physician prior to having surgery. The following suggestions may help to improve communication between you and your physician:
If you do not understand your physician's responses, ask questions until you do.
Take notes, or ask a family member or friend to accompany you and take notes for you. You can also bring a tape recorder, so you can review information later.
Ask your physician to write down his or her instructions, if necessary.
Ask your physician where you can find printed material about your condition. Many physicians have this information in their offices.
If you still have questions, ask the physician where you can go for more information.
Learning about your surgeon
It is important to have confidence in the physician who will be performing your surgery. Whether this is someone you have chosen yourself, or a physician or surgeon you have been referred to, you can make sure that he or she is qualified to perform this operation. This may include any/all of the following:
Ask your primary care physician, your local medical society, or health insurance company for information regarding the physician or surgeon's experience with the procedure.
Ask about the physician or surgeon's credentials and whether he or she has any additional certifications that make him or her more experienced in performing the procedure.
Make certain the physician or surgeon is affiliated with an accredited healthcare facility. When considering surgery, where it is performed is often as important as who is performing the procedure.
Determining the costs of the procedure
Before you have surgery, discuss with your physician his or her fees, as well as other fees you will incur. These may include, but are not limited to, the following:
The surgeon's fee for surgery
Hospital fees (if you require hospitalization)
Check with the hospital's business office regarding these rates; your physician or surgeon should be able to give you an approximate idea of how long you will be in the hospital.
Separate billing for other services
You will also be billed separately for the professional services of others who might be involved in your care, such as the assisting surgeon, anesthesiologist, and other medical consultants.
Check with your health plan prior to surgery to be certain of what portion of the costs you will be responsible for. If your anticipated costs present a problem, discuss other financial solutions with your physician prior to the surgery.
Obtaining a second opinion
Asking another physician or surgeon for a second opinion is an important step in ensuring that this particular procedure is the best option for you. A second opinion can help you make an informed decision about the best treatment for your condition and can help you weigh the risks and benefits against possible alternatives to the surgery.
Several health plans now require and will pay for patients to obtain a second opinion on certain nonemergency procedures. Medicare may also pay for patients to obtain a second opinion. Even if your plan does not require this, you still can request a second opinion.
If you decide to get a second opinion, check with your health plan to see if it is covered. Your primary care physician or hospital can provide you with names of qualified physicians. Be sure to get your medical records from your first physician so that the second one does not need to repeat tests and procedures.
Remember, in the case of emergency surgeries, the surgery should be performed as quickly as possible and, most likely, there will not be time to obtain a second opinion. The necessity of getting a second opinion should always be weighed against the severity and urgency of the medical condition.


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Any miscellaneous trinket or toy, especially one that is delicate or dainty. I loved visiting my grandmother when I was a child and examining all the various knick-knacks she'd collected around the house.


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Here are Club Industry's top 12 stories of 2011 based on page views on our website. Did your top story not make our list? Be sure to leave us a comment below and let us know your favorite news story of 2011.
1. Bally, LA Fitness Complete Sale of 171 Clubs
2. The Top 100 Health Clubs of 2010
3. Gold's Gym in Talks to Buy Bally, Sources Say
4. Larger Health Clubs Seeking Acquisition Possibilities
5. Red Lerille: Painting the Town Red
6. Planet Fitness CEO Serves as Lightning Rod on Personal Training
7. The State of the Health Club Industry in 2011
8. Life Time Acquisition of Lifestyle Family Fitness Could Reach Up to Nine Clubs
9. More Gold's Gym Operators Rebrand
10. Equinox Acquires The Sports Club Co.
11. Instructors File Sexual Harassment Suit against David Barton Gym


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This unusual carnival certainly isn't the kind you find at a kid's party. For "Funland: Pleasures & Perils of the Erotic Fairground," artistic duo Bompas & Parr show off a series of bold and whimsical installations at New York City's Museum of Sex. Immersive artworks include "Jump for Joy," a giant bouncy house composed of blow-up breasts and "Grope Mountain," a rock wall featuring phalluses and vulvas. As visitors munch on tasty treats, they are invited into "The Tunnel of Love," a maze that ultimately ends at the G-Spot, an erogenous zone in the vaginal canal discovered by Ernst Gräfenberg.
While this all may seem like fun and games, the exhibition also illustrates earnest cultural ideas. Here, the artists worked closely with Professor Vanessa Toulmin, the Director if the UK National Fairground Archive, to illustrate the historical associations between traveling fairgrounds and sexuality. Toulmin proposes that at the apex of the industrial revolution of the mid-19th century, carnivals began to emerge as sites for "immoral" behavior.
The St. Bartholomew fair, she notes, was singled out for its sensuous—and overtly erotic— atmosphere. In this uncanny universe of play and mischief, the puritan ideals of the upper classes were tossed to the wayside. The fast-paced amusement rides were quite the novelty at that time, and dark tunnels and cars allowed for discreet caresses to pass between lovers. Some fairgrounds even charged admittance for burlesque and strip-tease shows. Bompas & Parr's "Funland" certainly captures both the thrilling and the farcical aspects of the carnival scene. Simultaneously amusing and disturbing, the exhibit engages both the mind and the body. The show is currently on view and will run through Spring 2015. (via Design Boom)


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Mike Maez needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 102 designs submitted by 33 freelance designers.
An edgy, smart design that looks fast and stands out in a crowd. This is my second contest on 99designs, and the first one went extremely well and was paid ASAP. Looking forward to receiving top quality entries once more!
I am an experienced automotive photographer who is looking to rebrand himself with an edgy and in your face automotive site. I need a logo that wows upon first impression but is also sophisticated enough to generate lasting brand recognition.
- Possibly include a checkered flag in the design, or racing elements like a redline
- Could be a racey/fast looking logo - but something mature at the same time
- Open to all colors - traditional "fast" colors are red/yelow/silver but open to anything that looks great
- Some examples of logos I like:
http://us.playstation.com/granturismo/ - the gran turismo logo
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/spl…torsport2/ - the forza 2 logo
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/spl…amracing4/ - the PGR4 logo
no cameras or camera outlines in the logo
not too youthful -its easy to get a little cartooney with this type of design and that is not what I am looking for.
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Two more Portuguese ministers from the junior ruling coalition party were ready to resign on Wednesday, local media said, deepening turmoil that could trigger a snap election and derail Lisbon's exit from an EU/IMF bailout.
Multiple newspaper radio and television reports said Agriculture Minister Assuncao Cristas and Social Security Minister Pedro Mota Soares will follow their CDS-PP party leader Paulo Portas who tendered his resignation on Tuesday. Party officials were not available to comment as the party's executive commission was in a meeting.
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Prime Minister Pedro Passos Coelho told the nation late on Tuesday that he did not accept Portas' resignation and would continue to head the government to ensure political stability and work to overcome the stalemate. Many commentators called the situation "absurd".
With no solution imminent, Portugal's bond and stock prices slumped further. The returns investors demand to hold 10-year bonds surged to above 8.1 percent for the first time since November and the PSI 20 stock index slumped 6 percent, led by sharp losses of over 10 percent in banks' shares.
Coelho's decision to reject his foreign minister's resignation puts the responsibility for the government's survival squarely on the shoulders of Portas, who now has to decide whether to stay in his post or pull his rightist CDS-PP party out of the coalition. Without the CDS-PP, the centre-right government would lose its majority.
"One thing is certain, the prime minister is going to do everything to stay on, giving all possible concessions to Portas," said political scientist Antonio Costa Pinto. "Failing that, however, we can hardly avoid an early election."
Portugal is subject to strict budget conditions imposed by a European Union/International Monetary Fund bailout. It had been hoping to return to normal debt markets but rows over continued austerity have now thrown this into question.
"We see early elections as the most likely outcome at this stage, even if we cannot fully rule out support from some CDS MPs and the continuation of the government," Barclays' economist Antonio Garcia Pascual said in a note.
"We consider that the decision of the CDS leader to step down from the government can be explained to a large extent by the fall in popular support for the government coalition."
A day before Portas tendered his resignation, Finance Minister Vitor Gaspar, the architect of spending cuts and tax hikes required by lenders as a condition of their support, stepped down citing an erosion in support for the bailout.
Costa Pinto also said counting on occasional support from CDS-PP in parliament would allow the government to muddle through, but not for long.
Although President Anibal Cavaco Silva is expected to promote a grand coalition government, analysts do not expect the largest opposition party, the moderate centre-left Socialists who lead in opinion polls, to play ball.
Still, while opinion polls indicate Socialists will win a snap election, they would fall short of a majority, which would also require CDS support. The only two remaining parties in parliament, the Communists and the Left Bloc have never entered any coalition and are unlikely to do so, analysts say.
Barclays' said a Socialist victory should not represent a radical change in the course of the bailout programme. It also said that even if there are delays in upcoming bailout reviews and disbursements, Portugal has enough funds to meet bond repayments this year.


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Incentives and Values in Conflict-Prone Countries
One of the most extraordinary examples of the use of economic principles comes from the beginning of the 19th century, when England used to send a huge number of prisoners to Australia. The government originally paid the ship captain a pre-determined amount for each prisoner that boarded the ship, but half of them would die during the journey. In 1862, Edwin Chadwik, knowing that people respond to incentives, told the U.K. government to pay captains according to the number of prisoners that actually disembarked in Australia. With this adjustment, the survival rate increased from 50% to 98.5%.
This example illustrates how incentives can do wonders in some circumstances. Yet, human actions are not always guided by the same calculations made by a profit maximizing ship captain. Behavioral economists have emphasized that we respond to a deep ingrained sense of fairness. Culture and values are crucial in understanding human behavior and promoting healthy and stable societies.
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Council Tax
We're approaching that time of year again, and BOM correspondents are spotting some worrying signs.
Mr Brillo sends news from Telford, where despite an inflation busting 5.35% increase in their central government funding for next year, and the general deflationary environment, and the drop in VAT, the council is still intending to increase council tax. The council reckons it is "impossible for us not to raise council tax".
Mr B is understandably fuming, pointing out that:
"...this is the council that insisted that Penguins couldn't enter the public park without a CRB check and risk-assessment, and that targeted single men sitting eating lunch on the park benches, demanding to know why they were alone (see previous blog here). And they keep wringing their hands over town centre parking fees and telling people to go green or cycle, but that all council staff have free parking right next to their offices."
He should clearly vote for a Tory council.
Oh, Telford is a Tory council.
As is Ealing council, although evidently that hasn't stopped them wasting cash. KM highlights Around Ealing, yet another of those glossy local council puff mags, which reportedly costs £100 grand pa. He also picks up the ParkSmart leaflet (pic above):
"Over the equivalent of 4 sides of A4 this tells you how and where and when you may park your car and what all the associated road markings, signs etc. mean. This has been, I assume, delivered to every household in the borough! At what cost? Who knows? And since when has it been the local council's job to educate the great British motorist about the Highway Code? And to do so regardless of whether I need to know – I don't because I don't drive! If I did drive, wouldn't I have needed to know all this to pass my test?"
But at least one council will be cutting council tax next year. Tory Hammersmith and Fulham will be cutting by 3%, the third year in a row of lower tax. How?
"More than £13 million of red tape is being cut in 2009/10 by reducing staff numbers, office space and making better use of IT... Cutting communication costs by £300,000 to the lowest levels in London... Cutting personal advisers to Cabinet Members - at an immediate saving of over £300,000 a year." (HTP JW)
Hurrah for H&F, and may we suggest Telford's councillors pay a visit.
£100 grand nurse
Tyler's mum was a nurse, and the deal was always that they earned a pittance but were viewed as angels. Now:
"AN NHS nurse has broken the £100,000 barrier for the first time as health staff cash in on generous incentive schemes.
The nurse consultant in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, has doubled her basic salary of £50,000 by working overtime under an NHS initiative to bring down waiting lists."
The Sunday Times report updates us on other high earners in the NHS. Many nurses now earn in excess of £60 grand pa, and many consultants are getting over £200,000.
Nothing intrinsically wrong with people earning such sums of course. But this article raises all the old familiar questions. Should nurses be employed as cheap consultants? Should they be able to double their incomes by working Gawd knows how many hours overtime? How have these huge increases in NHS pay delivered anything like sensible value to taxpayers?
(HTP scaredendoscopypatient)
£10m to get robbed
We've blogged before about how quangos spend our money getting us to hand over even more to them. Now we've got some figures:
"PUBLIC bodies are spending about £2m a year on political consultants to help them lobby ministers and MPs for more taxpayers' money, it was claimed last night.
The close ties between state-funded quangos and the lobbying industry are disclosed in a dossier listing 71 separate contracts worth almost £10m over five years."
Even more jaw clenching is the stinking incestuous relationship between the lobbying industry and government:
"The biggest beneficiary is Weber Shandwick, headed by Labour's former chief press officer, Colin Byrne, which has lucrative relationships with organisations including the Crown Estate, the Meat and Livestock Commission and the British Museum, worth a total of £1.8m over five years. The firm also employs Priti Patel, a Tory parliamentary candidate and former aide to William Hague.
Also profiting from quango contracts is Grayling Political Strategy, whose managing director, Tanya Joseph, is a former spin doctor for Tony Blair. The lobbying firm offers an "information, intelligence and advisory service" to institutions ranging from the grand, such as the Royal Mint, to the obscure, such as the Northern Lighthouse Board, whose beacons guard the coasts of Scotland and the Isle of Man."
It makes you want to throw up.
And to arm yourself.
(HTP John C)
£2bn loss on equity punt
Several correspondents have highlighted the £2bn immediate loss on the government's equity investment in RBS.
With the existing shares trading at 10p below the offer price for new ones, it was unsuprsing that we got stuffed with the new ones.
Not that it matters. The reality is that we're now underwriting the whole of Britain's banking system, with its combined balance sheet in excess of £6 trillion. What's a couple of bill compared to that lot?
The most important thing - as we've blogged many times - is that if we taxpayers are supplying the capital and taking the risks, then we taxpayers should reap the eventual rewards. And we're by no means convinced HMT is paying enough attention to that issue.


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I thought I would maybe start writing a post, now and then, about some of my friends. Hopefully they won't mind!
My friends. You would like them. They are artists, directors, writers, art therapists, graphic designers, journalists, travelers, extreme sports enthusiasts, singer/songwriters, filmmakers, dancers, actors, playwrights, social workers, doctors, musicians…and they are all visionaries, aces in their fields, risk-takers and question-askers, ecstatic poets, seers and mystics. I feel extremely lucky to know these amazing, fiercely individual people.
There were nights, years ago and in Manila, when we would all manage to turn up at one place together: the energy, the vitality in the room would be a palpable force. Many a time, at these magical events, a quiet mood would settle over me and I would sit back from the conversation, look around the room at the faces of my friends, and be aware that I was witnessing one of the happiest moments of my life. At the time, I was convinced that the sheer concentration of vision, talent, quality and character gathered there would, most certainly, change the world…how could it not? I also knew that we would find it harder and harder to come together as we got older…that we would scatter, that we would each go off alone (or go in pairs) and grapple with the narrowed-down parcel of life before us.
Of all the things I had to leave behind when I moved to Australia, the nearness of my friends is what I most deeply miss and feel the loss of.
In all my group of friends, I am the underachiever. No, really, I'm not kidding and I'm not being self-effacing.
"Soft human, open heart, mind on fire, walks with tender feet on the earth, laughing."
—Chati describes herself.
Chati is a painter. A fantastic one. She is also a living doorway into stillness, mindfulness, cosmic harmony. She radiates joy, she treads the razor's edge of the present moment, and being near her puts all your mind's chattering, falseness and discontent to rest (and yet she is not some naive and prudish saint…her works are sensual; they revel in being alive, in womanhood, in wildness, in playfulness).
She also keeps a quiet, luminous blog, Ordinary Meditations, about her "quest for everyday enlightenment."
The reason I wanted to introduce you to Chati, actually, is that she's written a lovely end-of-the-year post about how she and Edber prepare for the New Year. She has, since publishing this post a couple of days ago, gone completely offline, as they begin a process of mind, body, and spirit cleansing, meditating, reflecting, and space clearing—of both physical objects and "old affirmations, old dreams, old goals. Melt away old pains, old issues with breaths. Go to zero." I thought I'd share her post with you, in case you wanted your New Year's rituals to amount to a little bit more than noise-making and a hangover on the first day of 2013.


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Tom Brady threw a game-winning TD pass with 22 seconds left to power the Patriots' win.
Brady led the Patriots to a 5-1 record as they entered their bye week.
Brady had plenty of time and space to find Aaron Hernandez for the winning score.
Deion Branch (84) celebrated with Hernandez in the end zone.
And Hernandez celebrated the his game-high eighth catch of the contest.
Running back Danny Woodhead jumped to a 9-yard gain late in the fourth quarter.
Receiver Wes Welker scored on a pass from Brady in the second quarter.
Brady ran the ball for an 8-yard gain in the second quarter.
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The Patriots had a 13-10 lead at halftime.
Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, waited for kickoff.
Fans from Manchester, N.H., passed the pigskin around outside Gillette Stadium.
Tom Brady — or at least his bobblehead doll — spent time with fans before the game.


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South Dakota Faces Federal Cuts, Furloughs
PIERRE - Gov. Dennis Daugaard says South Dakota could lose at least $10 million in federal funding from automatic spending cuts set to take effect Friday, but he is most worried about what will happen to programs that educate struggling students and help low-income people heat their homes and put food on the table.
Daugaard says state officials are still trying to understand exactly what will be cut.
The Republican governor says he wishes the federal cuts could have been targeted in a way to limit harm to people and prevent layoffs.
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Results from DURATION-2, a 26-week test comparing the diabetic drugs Januvia, Actos, and experimental long-acting Byetta (Byetta LAR) show that Byetta produced lower A1c's and more weight loss than the other two drugs.
Sponsored by Byetta's co-manufacturers, Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Eli Lilly and Co., the randomized, double-blind study tracked 491 type 2 patients over a six-month period. Patients received either Byetta LAR (exenatide), Januvia (the brand name for Merck & Co., Inc.'s sitagliptin), or Actos (the brand name for Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd's pioglitazone).
Patients taking Byetta LAR reduced their baseline A1c by 1.7%, compared to 1.4% for patients on Actos and 1.0% for those on Januvia.
Over the 26 weeks, Byetta LAR recipients lost an average of 6.2 pounds, versus a 1.9-pound loss for Januvia patients. Those on Actos experienced a weight gain that averaged 7.4 pounds.
Researchers conducting the study said that in general, the patients were not obese, a factor that made the weight loss associated with Byetta impressive.
The most common adverse responses for both Byetta LAR and Januvia patients were nausea and diarrhea. Actos users reported upper respiratory tract infection and peripheral edema as the most common side effects.
One crucial result was that there were no reported cases of pancreatitis or inflammation of the pancreas among Byetta LAR patients in the study. Among the estimated 700,000 users of the current version of Byetta, a twice-daily drug that has been on the market for four years, there have been 30 reported incidents of pancreatitis, including six fatalities. Although there is no evidence that the drug caused the disease, the FDA made Amylin and Lilly rewrite the warning labels on the drug.
The possible connection between Byetta use and pancreatitis has also made FDA scrutiny of Byetta LAR more intense. The drug, which is now before the agency for marketing approval, uses injectable time-release capsules to provide a continuous does of the drug over a seven-day period.
Byetta's makers are hoping that the long-acting form of the drug will nudge sales, which have been flat over the past year, by appealing to users who want the convenience of once-a-week injections instead of having to remember to inject the drug every morning and evening at mealtimes.


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Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., right, confers with the committee's ranking Republican, Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Monday, May 20, 2013, as the committee assembles to work on a landmark immigration bill to secure the border and offer citizenship to millions. The panel is aiming to pass the legislation out of committee this week, setting up a high-stakes debate on the Senate floor. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
WASHINGTON (AP) — Leading senators working on immigration legislation reached a compromise Tuesday on the details of an expanded high-tech visa program, officials said as the Senate Judiciary Committee neared completion of its work on the measure.
At the same time, several officials said the White House has made it known to Sen. Patrick Leahy, the panel's chairman, that it would prefer postponing a showdown over the rights of same sex spouses until a vote in the full Senate.
It was unclear whether Leahy would comply as he drives the committee toward a final vote on the sweeping immigration measure, which would give an estimated 11.5 million immigrants living in the United States illegally a chance at citizenship. "There have been 300 amendments offered. Why shouldn't there be one more?" he told reporters.
At its core, the legislation would provide an opportunity of U.S. citizenship to millions of immigrants living in the country illegally, create a new visa program for low-skilled workers and permit a sizeable increase in the number of high-tech visas, at the same time it mandates new measures to crack down on future unlawful immigration.
Final committee approval is expected by midweek, with the full Senate likely to begin debate next month.
The compromise on high tech visas was negotiated by Sens. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah and Chuck Schumer, D-New York, and was designed to satisfy both industry, which relies increasingly on skilled foreign labor, and organized labor, which represents American workers.
Jeff Hauser, a spokesman for the AFL-CIO, said the organization remains opposed to the amendments, but will continue to support passage of the overall legislation with a path to citizenship.
The officials who confirmed the agreement did so on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly ahead of an official announcement.
As drafted, the bill would raise the current cap on so-called H-1B visas for highly skilled workers from 65,000 annually to 110,000, with the possibility of a further rise to 180,000. The legislation also included new protections designed to ensure American workers get the first shot at jobs, and high-tech firms objected to some of those constraints.
Hatch, whose state has a large high-tech industry, championed their cause. Schumer, an author of the bill, worked to satisfy in his concerns. In exchange, Hatch told reporters Monday he'd committed to supporting the overall legislation when it comes to a vote in committee, lending it important GOP support.
The deal disclosed Tuesday modifies several amendments Hatch introduced on high-tech visas, including limiting some of the bill's protections for U.S. workers to companies that are more heavily dependent on H-1B visas. That would exclude many major U.S. firms.
On the other major remaining unresolved issue, officials said there was a growing if unspoken expectation that the measure would likely emerge from committee without a provision granting same-sex spouses the same access to legal status as heterosexual spouses are entitled to.
Leahy has introduced a proposal to give equal treatment under the bill to same-sex couples, a provision gay rights groups seek. Several lobbyists and others noted during the day Monday that he had not said definitively that he would seek a vote on it before the panel completes its work, and neither the White House nor other Democrats on the committee have made a strong push for its inclusion.
Two people familiar with the deliberations said the White House had suggested to Leahy that it would be best to put the controversy until bill goes before the full Senate. They were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly and insisted on anonymity.
A vote on the proposal could create political difficulty for Democrats on the committee who support gay rights and are also members of the so-called Gang of Eight, which negotiated the main features of the legislation. That includes Schumer and Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois.
Durbin has told outside groups he will back the change if it is offered. Schumer hasn't said which way he would vote.
All eight authors of the bill have pledged to maintain the essential outlines of the legislation. A vote to add the gay rights provision could lead to approval on a party-line vote in committee, but lead to the collapse of Republican support on the Senate floor and the bill's demise.
In addition, the Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling by early July that could render the issue largely moot.
The measure is one of President Barack Obama's top domestic priorities, although the administration has generally let the committee work on its own.
In a show of support, though, Obama and Vice President Joe Biden arranged to meet Tuesday in the Oval Office at the White House with individuals directly affected by the measure.
AP White House Correspondent Julie Pace contributed to this report.


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Jordan McMillian, a 2012 graduate of Menchville High who spent the past season at Mount Zion Prep in Baltimore, has signed with Division II West Virginia State, located in the town of Institute.
McMillian averaged 10.8 points per game as a senior for the Monarchs and was a part of two Peninsula District tournament championship teams. He said his only offer coming out of Menchville was from a junior college in Alabama.
"I took an SAT prep class, and that helped my score (increase) by 50 to 100 points," said McMillian, a 6-foot-4 wing. "So I went from 900-something to 1,000-something. And I got a lot more exposure to colleges.
"I like the pace West Virginia State plays. They get up and down the court and score a lot of points. I like to score a lot of points, so that works for me."
Yellow Jackets coach Bryan Poore said he likes McMillian's versatility.
"He can play multiple positions," Poole said. "He can handle the ball well, and can shoot it adequately. He can play any of the perimeter positions. The way we play, we like to press and trap and rotate, and we need guys who are versatile enough to guard different people."
For McMillian, it's a dream come true.
"It feels good to be going to college to play basketball," McMillian said. "More than anything, my mom is excited to be saving a lot of money."


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Chandler Harnish is compared to Tim Tebow on his draft profile at NFL.com because both are dual-threat quarterbacks.
Harnish, out of Northern Illinois University, says he's a different type of QB, not as big. But there are some similarities. Both aren't ashamed of their religion. They are Christian.
You know about Tebowing, the dropping to a knee and praying that the New York Jets quarterback made popular when he was with the Denver Broncos. There's also Harnishing. That's when you point to the sky after a touchdown or a great feat.
Harnish can do some Harnishing now, and he just might be doing it in Newport Beach in June. He was selected No. 253 and dead last by the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL Draft, thus becoming Mr. Irrelevant XXXVII.
The Colts began the draft on Thursday by making the three-day event's worst-kept secret official and took Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck. They ended it with another quarterback, who is not so sure about all this irrelevant talk and jokes about the underdog.
How does he feel to be Mr. Irrelevant and play behind Luck?
"It feels good to be on an NFL team," he said in a phone interview shortly after Mr. Irrelevant creator Paul Salata announced the final pick in New York. "I met Andrew Luck at the NFL combine. He is a great player and a better person. My job is to compete for the job. I'm going to make him a better player. Drew Stanton is there and I'm there to make him a better player. Who else do they have at quarterback on their roster? I'm going to make him better too. I'm going there to compete."
Confident. There's a reason for that, rather several reasons.
The 6-foot-2, 220-pound Harnish had a crazy good career with the Huskies. He set 30 Northern Illinois passing, rushing and total offense records in four years as the Huskies' starting quarterback. This guy was no joke.
He led NIU to a 22-5 record in his final two seasons as a starter. Last season, he threw for 3,216 yards and 28 TDs and ran for 1,379 and 11 touchdowns. Yes, a lot of Harnishing.
He was just the fourth player in Football Subdivision history to pass for at least 2,500 yards and rush for 1,200 in a season. Texas' Vince Young, Central Michigan's Dan LeFevour and Nevada's Colin Kaepernick were the others.
He was the first quarterback in Huskies' history to lead Northern Illinois to four straight bowl games.
It doesn't stop there.
Look at these numbers: he threw for 8,944 career yards on 687-of-1,110 passing for a 61.9 completion percentage with 26 interceptions and 68 touchdown passes. He rushed for 2,983 yards on 538 carries with 24 touchdowns and averaged 5.5 yards per carry. He compiled 11,927 yards of total offense to rank third all-time in the Mid-American Conference behind Marshall's Byron Leftwich and LeFevour.
Last season, he led the Huskies to three come-from-behind wins in which they trailed by at least 13 points.
"We were able to do some nice things there," Harnish said in a humble tone.
For all his confidence, Harnish became unsure of being picked, as the NFL Draft was nearing its end on Saturday. He was at his cousin's house in Boston, Indiana when the call came from the Colts just before the final pick.
"I was shocked," Harnish said. "I was unbelievably surprised, yet elated. Indianapolis has been my hometown team. My grandparents have had season tickets. To get the call from them is just unbelievable."
Harnish excelled at Norwell High in Ossian, Indiana, before going to Northern Illinois. He played quarterback and safety in high school.
"I'm a country boy," Harnish said.
Harnish said he had heard of Mr. Irrelevant before, but he was not aware of Irrelevant Week in Newport Beach, where the NFL Draft's final pick is roasted and toasted at parties and special events.
Harnish is expected to arrive in Orange County on June 24, according to the Irrelevant Week website, www.irrelevantweek.com.
The Kick-off Arrival Party is June 25, followed by the signature event on June 26: All-Star Lowsman Banquet at the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa. At the banquet, Harnish will be presented with the Lowsman Trophy. It's like the Heisman, only the figurine is fumbling the ball with a troubled look on his face.
Mr. Irrelevant will also be a featured guest at Disneyland June 27 and Balboa Yacht Club June 28. Melanie Salata-Fitch, Paul's daughter and CEO of Irrelevant Week, says Harnish loves golf and she might plan a golf tournament.
Some of the parties in the Irrelevant Week's history have been epic. David Vobora went to the Playboy Mansion in 2008. They might be more toned down this year.
A lady from New York posted a video on YouTube offering a special night for Mr. Irrelevant. She'll have no chance with Harnish.
Sorry ladies. He said he might bring his girlfriend during Irrelevant Week and they have a serious relationship.
He said he's ready for the roasting and the week of fun.
"It feels great to be Mr. Irrelevant," Harnish said. "I think it's a great award. It may carry a name some people might not like. I just feel great to be drafted. It was a dream come true."
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Keith Urban to Play Guitar With Brad Paisley While Recovering From Throat Surgery
Keith Urban may not be able to speak or sing while he recovers from throat surgery, which he had to remove a polyp from his vocal chord, but he will certainly continue to work and play guitar to keep himself busy. Urban will pass the time with good friend and fellow country superstar Brad Paisley — the two will simply handle their instruments, and you certainly don't need to talk in order to play guitar. That's why musical is a universal and voiceless language.
According to CTV, Paisley said, "We're big guitar junkies, and we wanted to get together and maybe go through some amplifiers and go through some gear. I told him, 'Let's do that. You don't have to talk. We'll get together. We'll play guitar, set up some amps, go through some tubes, try some stuff out and tweak.' I'll do all the talking, which I am very capable of. He can just nod and grunt and do whatever he's allowed to do."
That's what good friends do for one another. Sounds like Urban and Paisley will embark on a good old fashioned "bromance" while Urban recovers. Paisley also joked that Urban's silence will likely be welcomed by his wife, actress Nicole Kidman. "I'm sure Nicole loves it. It's got to be great for her," he said.
We can't wait to hear what comes out of these guitar playing sessions that take place during the recovery time!