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Whether or Not the World Ends Friday, a Village in Turkey Is Cleaning Up
Sirince May Be a Safe Vantage Point, But Its Doomsday Trinkets Are Perishable
SIRINCE, Turkey—In this sleepy village on Turkey's Aegean coast, residents have been preparing for an apocalyptic business opportunity: the end of the world.
Thousands of believers in a Mayan prophecy that Dec. 21 is the "judgment day" that will wipe out most of mankind are expected to flock to Sirince, a hillside village of just 600 inhabitants in western Turkey. Adherents of the doomsday cult that bases its calculations on the ending of an era in the 5,125-year-old Mayan calendar say the area is one of a handful of locations in the world that will be spared the end of days.
Many of Sirince's residents ascribe to a different belief: that the influx will offer an economic stimulus to die for, as visitors spend money like there's no tomorrow.
Hotels in the village have been booked for months, and some residents are charging guests hundreds of dollars to rent rooms in their homes. Turkish media reports that Hollywood stars will visit the town this weekend are attracting still more visitors and driving up prices. Local officials estimate that more than 10,000 people, including large groups of Americans, Israelis and Japanese—plus large groups of journalists—will descend on the village. New product lines are being pitched directly at superstitious survivalists.
Winemaker Erkan Onoglu has produced 6,000 bottles of "Wine of the Apocalypse," blending three local grapes. Restaurant owner Ismet Bursali plans to serve the tipple with his special doomsday menu, including a "forbidden apple" dessert and the specially brewed tea called "last drop."
At pop-up shops hawking specially designed doomsday products, visitors can buy pendants inscribed with Mayan symbols and rose-flavored doomsday Turkish delight. A nearby billboard advertises cups of hot chocolate "just like the Mayans used to drink." T-shirts and sweaters branded "Get Ready for the end!" are selling for around $15.
Serkan Adagume, a 29-year-old yacht captain from the nearby town of Selcuk, is hoping to sell 5,000 T-shirts and 600 bottles of doomsday unisex perfume called Aztech.
"Of course we don't believe the world will end, but this is an unmissable business opportunity," Mr. Adagume said as he tried to unload a doomsday coffee cup. "We don't know how many people will come, but I just want to sell this stuff because it's worthless the next day."
Earlier this week, groups of tourists wandered around Sirince's cobblestone streets, but locals were still awaiting the deluge of doomsday believers to arrive. "I'm not here for the end of the world. I'm just here for the party," said Kassie Welch, a German who had come to Turkey with her boyfriend.
Doomsday cultists aren't the first New Age group to believe that Sirince has a special energy. For centuries, some Christian groups have believed that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was assumed into heaven from a spot nearby. Others say Sirince was the birthplace of Artemis, the Greek goddess of the hunt and the forest. Some devotees believe that a ship like Noah's Ark will arrive in Sirince town after a flood on Dec. 21.
Doomsday predictions based on the Mayan calendar have become so widespread that the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration has posted an official denial on the NASA website.
"The world will not end in 2012," the statement says. "Just as the calendar you have on your kitchen wall does not cease to exist after Dec. 31, the Mayan calendar does not cease to exist on Dec. 21, 2012."
The Vatican earlier this month also moved to squelch talk of an imminent apocalypse, with the Holy See's daily newspaper running a front-page editorial titled "The end is not nigh—at least for now."
Some people in Sirince are concerned that area facilities will be unable to deal with a crush. "This is a kind of madness and it's taking over people's minds…If tens of thousands of people come to Sirince, the village will have its own doomsday; we won't cope" said Ahmet Yener, a 34-year-old restaurant manager.
Despite those concerns, Sirince appears to have taken a more entrepreneurial approach than other areas facing a deluge of cultists on Dec. 21. In Bugarach, a village of 200 residents in the French Pyrenees, Mayor Jean-Pierre Delord on Tuesday pleaded for New Age fanatics, sightseers and media crews not to converge on the area, according to French media reports. About 150 police officers will be on duty to block routes to the nearby Pic de Bugarach, a mountain that some groups believe will open on Judgment Day, revealing aliens that will whisk nearby humans to safety in spaceships.
In Sirince, most residents privately admit they think the doomsday predictions are baloney. But some local businessmen see the arrival of giddy believers as a divine intervention. Meanwhile, there was a chance the heavens could rain on Sirince's parade. Strong winds and rains battered the village on Thursday, causing local businesses to fear the doomsday stimulus could be tempered.
At the nearby hillside shrine that commemorates the assumption of Jesus' mother into heaven, staff were also anticipating an unseasonal tourism boost. Padre Paulo, a 34-year-old Franciscan Friar from Rome, who was decorating the shrine for the Christmas holidays, said he is skeptical about doomsday theories but conceded that the commotion had prompted him to think about the song he would like to hear during the apocalypse. "The Gospel says that only the Father knows when the world will end, but when it does, I think it would be good to listen to some heavy metal," he said.
—Ayla Albayrak contributed to this article.
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Easter Sunday Sweets
Hey all! John (the hubby of Jen) here. So my dear and wonderful wife, knowing how I get all weepy when I see kittens and bunnies and tribbles and the like, has asked me to take care of this week's Sunday Sweets. I'd like to think this is due to my incredible wit and charm, but it's probably more because she has to write a bazillion posts in the next two days. So, with no further ado, I give you: Easter Sweets!
This first one may be the most adorable bunny I have ever seen. Reminds me of those "Dunny" dolls Jen likes:
Who's a cute widdle Dunny bunny? It's you, it's you!*
(Pamela found it on Flickr and it was made by Cakes by Ashley. Thanks!)
From the embossed pattern in the chocolate fondant to the sweet little chick on the top, this is one gorgeous cake. I've kneaded and rolled my fair share of fondant, so I can tell you that that egg was not easy. (If I had done it, there would be a big jagged seam up the back and pleats all over the place.) Also, Jen says the colors are "faboo", which I think means "cool."
And finally, here's a cake that both Jen and I looked at for a moment and said, "Wow, it's beautiful - but what is it?"
** Great name for a rock band.

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Lupita Nyong'o continued to win Hollywood's heart as she beat Jennifer Lawrence for best supporting actress for her role in "12 Years a Slave."
Backstage, she said she never dreamed she'd be an Academy Award winner.
"I'm a little dazed, I can't believe this is in my hands, I can't believe this is real life. I'm really overwhelmed," Nyong'o said.
Despite winning at the Golden Globes and the fact that many people told her she was the front runner in the Oscars race, Nyong'o said none of it seemed real until she heard Christoph Waltz say her name.
As the 31-year-old made her way up to stage, not only did Brad Pitt, who was a producer on "12 Years," stop her to give her a hug, but so did the legendary Liza Minnelli.
"I felt quite fabulous," she said of her Minnelli interaction.
Nyong'o has become an "it girl" in Hollywood, but Nyong'o seems to remain humble. She says she is grateful for the support of her home country of Kenya as well as the rest of the world.
Through it all, she seems to have found a sense of self.
"What I have learned from myself is I don't have to be anyone else and myself is good enough," Nyong'o said. "And when I'm being true to myself, I can avail myself to extraordinary things such as this. You have to allow for the impossible to be possible."
"I am so happy to be holding this golden man," she said.


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But a survey of liquor stores in four states conducted by the Harrisburg Patriot-News reveals that prices aren't always better across the state line. In fact, in some cases, Pennsylvania prices are cheaper.
A 750-milliliter bottle of Bacardi Superior P.R. Rum sells for $14.99 in Pennsylvania and $15.99 at Plaza Wines & Liquors in Manchester, N.J. A Yellow Tail Chardonnay is $7.99 in Pennsylvania and $8.99 at the New Jersey store.
Across the border in Delaware, a 1.75-liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red is priced at $29.99 at Total Wine & More vs. the $41.99 Pennsylvania shoppers pay.
This is a "survey" conducted by the paper. Look, I know Sue Gleiter, I like her. She's interviewed me for stories, including some on the PLCB, but this is kind of sloppy. There's no information given on how many stores were 'surveyed' or how the 'survey' was done. I'd like to see one done like the supermarkets do it around here; don't check individual prices and show me WOW THIS ONE ITEM IS C*H*E*A*P*E*R* AT OUR STORE!!! Fill a typical cart and add up the total (and don't fill it at the PLCB's "outlet stores" on the border where prices are kept artificially low by adding liter bottles at cut-rate prices...that the rest of us in the state can't get).
Next, read this letter in today's Inky from wine writer (and Pennsylvania resident) Mark Squires. He rips the story a new hole:
A story on May 24, "Pa. liquor often cheaper than in neighboring states," was an example of sloppy analysis and virtual propaganda. Of course, you can find instances when Pennsylvania prices might be cheaper on a particular item. With the 18 percent Johnstown tax, though, prices won't be cheaper overall or cheaper all the time.Dead on the money, so to speak, and the bolded bits strike home to the real problem with the PLCB: the monopolistic nature of it. They have no real competition when it comes to Pennsylvanians, and we are a captive audience, forced to buy at these stores by the coercion of law.And yet...we put up with that, and seem willing to allow legislators like Senator John Pippy run our lives and make our decisions. For God's sake, Pennsylvanians, stand up on your hind legs and act like adults. Tell your legislator that you don't need to be CONTROLLED any longer.
In Pennsylvania, you aren't allowed to shop around because the Liquor Control Board is a monopoly. If you find a store in New Jersey with a bad price, you can go to another store. Or to Maryland, Delaware, wherever. Not every little private store may be exemplary, but there can be little doubt that, taken together, private stores win on service, selection, and price.
Incidentally, I was able to find online in about 90 seconds a 2010 Yellow Tail Chardonnay in a variety of stores ranging from under $5 to $6.33 in New York, New Jersey, and Washington, while the writer of the aforementioned article merely found that Pennsylvania, at $8, was cheaper than one New Jersey store.


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Zuke's - Mini Naturals Dog Treats Peanut Butter & Oats Recipe 6 oz. (170 g)
Zuke's Jerky Mini Naturals Dog Treats Fresh Peanut Butter Formula are healthy moist miniature dog treats with added vitamins and minerals. Take your dog's training to a tasty new level. One delicious little Mini and your dog will be ready and willing to learn all kinds of new tricks. The naturally delicious formula makes all the difference - quality protein, whole food antioxidants, and a mouthwatering taste your dog will love. A well-behaved, attentive dog is the sign of an owner who cares. With tasty Mini Naturals, your dog will be focused and ready to learn. The naturally delicious formula makes all the difference - quality protein, whole food antioxidants, and a mouthwatering taste your dog will adore. So show your pup what a good boy he is and make your time together a healthy adventure.
Mini Naturals Recipe:
What are the crystals on Hip Action?The "tiny shiny fragments" that you are seeing is actually the Glucosamine that they add to the Hip Action treats to make them work so well for your pets. As they use fresh ingredients, sometimes there are inconsistencies in the batches, but the product is not bad. Sometimes, the Glucosamine rises to the surface of the treat, appearing as tiny, shiny flakes.
What is the serving size for each treat?Servings vary depending on your pet's size, weight and activity level. When treating your dog or cat, consider the total calories he or she should eat in a day, and make sure to include Zuke's in that calorie count.
What is in Power Bones to give dogs energy?Power Bones have a new formula which utilizes protein (beef, chicken or peanut butter), complex carbohydrates (rice, oats, barley, apples and sweet potatoes) and simple carbohydrates (natural sugars from beets and maple syrup) to give dogs the energy they need.
Is garlic safe for dogs?Yes, garlic is safe for dogs unless they consume more than one clove per ten pounds of body weight per day. Zuke's products contain only a small amount of garlic, which is included for its high antioxidant value.
Where does the Salmon from?Zuke's uses ocean-caught salmon when available in all their dog and cat treats.
What is in the treats to preserve them?All of Zuke's treats are naturally preserved with salt, phosphoric acid and sorbic acid.
Is it safe to feed the dog treats to cats or vice versa?Zuke's recommends that you feed dog treats to dogs, and cat treats to cats.
Can I freeze Zuke's treats?Yes, but to protect teeth completely, thaw treats before feeding. Please pay careful attention to condensation buildup that can result in mold formation.
My dog ate a Cherry Z-Bone and his urine is red! What's going on?Don't be alarmed. If you notice a change in urine color to pink or red it is an indication that your dog is digesting the bone well and excess, anti-oxidant Cherry is being secreted normally. It is like when a human takes a Multi Vitamin and his/her urine turns darker yellow.
Why can't I feed a Z-Bone bone to a dog under 6 months of age?Your dog's safety is the most important thing to Zuke's. Because of how small the digestive system is in a young puppy, the mini Z-Bone is more volume that they feel a dog of that size can safely eat.
Why can't I feed a Z-Bone bone to a dog under 5 pounds?Your dog's safety is the most important thing. Because of how small the digestive system is in a five pound dog, the small Z-Bone is more volume than they feel a dog of that size can safely eat.
Can all Zuke's treats be fed to puppies?Most of Zuke's products are great for puppies, especially Mini Naturals. Z-Bones are not meant for dogs under 6 months of age.
What is the source of Glucosamine & Chondroitin in Hip Action?Glucosamine HCl is derived from shells. Chondroitin Sulfate is from bovine cartilage.
Help! My dog/cat ate a whole bag of treats.Don't worry - your pet may have an upset stomach and he could have diarrhea or gas, as can happen when pets eat too much of anything. If you're still feeling concerned, or if you feel your pet is overly distressed, they recommend that you seek advice from your veterinarian.
I know some companies use animal testing for dog treats/food - does yours?Because of the high quality ingredients they use in all of Zuke's treats, they do not perform animal testing for safety or nutritional purposes. They have all of these treats analyzed in a lab to verify the contents and the amounts of protein, fat, fiber, potassium, calcium and sodium, among other things. They also test the "tastiness" of the treats by feeding them to their own pets, and sending them out to veterinary hospitals, humane societies and others who fill out a survey asking about how the dogs responded to the treats. In short, they really don't do any kind of animal testing in the conventional sense. Just feeding to willing participants to make sure they like the taste of their treats.
My dog is diabetic. Are your treats free of sugars and corn syrups and are they safe for diabetics?While they do not make a treat specifically for diabetic pets, several of the treats do not contain sugar. Mini Naturals (in Chicken, Peanut Butter and Salmon flavors) are only 3 calories per treat, and contain no added sugars or sweeteners. Several of the treats have maple syrup or molasses as sweeteners and may not be advisable for your dog.
Your products are labeled "soy free" but contain Lecithin. Isn't Lecithin soy?Zuke's lecithin is derived from soy and sunflower oils. However, it should not be an issue or thought of as an allergen is because it is extracted from the oils or fats of the soybean. Fats are not the cause of allergies, proteins are the actual culprits. Lecithin is used as an emulsifier, which helps breakdown proteins and fats to make them easier to proves, and to prevent sticking, for example, non-stick cooking spray. Lecithin is not known to cause any adverse reactions in people or canines with soy allergies, and is not considered soy even though derived from soy - thus, these products can be labeled soy free. If you have any concerns, or your dog is highly allergic to soy, you may want to verify with your vet that it will not cause a reaction.
What's the "shelf life" of these treats?Zuke's treats have a 2-year shelf life. A "Best By" date is printed on the bottom of the pouches, on the back of the boxed products. If left unopened, they should be good up to that date, if not longer.
Do these treats need to be refrigerated?Zuke's Treats do not need to be refrigerated. Because condensation can build up in the bags of refrigerated treats, they can actually mold or spoil more quickly if refrigerated. These semi-moist treats keep best in a cool and dry area where they are well protected from exposure to the elements.
Why do you use salt in your treats? I've heard that salt is not good for dogs to eat.Salt is used as a natural substitute for harsh chemical preservatives. Without some form or preservative, the treats would get moldy and/or get very hard before they get used. While they do use as little as possible, it is necessary to have some amount of salt in several of the treats. Small amounts of salt are not harmful, and are actually part of a balanced diet, so it is no problem for the dogs or cats eating the treats.
Can you confirm that your products are made in the USA and also tell me where the meat comes from? I don't want to feed my dogs any products from China and I am finding that many of the jerky type treats are all manufactured in China.Yes, all Zuke products are guaranteed made in the USA and all of the meat, fruit and veggies are sourced from the USA as well - with the exception of the Rabbit and the Venison, which comes from New Zealand.
Nutrition fuels your pet's healthy life and outdoor adventures, so it's only fitting that you give them treats that support their fun-loving attitude. This is why all Zuke's products are crafted with the health and nutrition of your pet in mind.
Be Healthy, Feel AliveZuke's is of the belief that what's good for humans is good for pets. And their dogs have taught them that when you get healthier, you feel happier. Living that healthy life together is what keeps everyone going. When Zuke's thinks about the products that pets need, they start by considering the healthy lives they lead with their pets. With this as their guide, treats are created for your healthy and active dog. Zuke's uses only the safest all-natural ingredients to power your dog's pursuits.
How They Live What They BelieveLiving a healthy life comes naturally to the pets and people of Zuke's. In Colorado, nature inspires their outside adventures and healthy pursuits. In the summer, they love visiting the local Farmer's Market with their dogs and all year round, they make it it a priority to support organic grocers and restaurants with locally sourced menus. Based in Durango, Colorado, they're passionate not only about pets but also about the outdoors - those big, wide-open spaces where dogs and their people can go to feel alive. But you don't need mountains in your backyard to stay active with your dog, you can find adventure anywhere.
Adventure TogetherTapping into your dog's perky personality starts by grabbing the leash and just heading outside. The happiest, most energetic pets are the ones who regularly explore the outdoors. You can find adventure anywhere. Your active life is your pet's active life. Adventures in life and love are all around, just follow your dog's lead and open your eyes to opportunities. The best adventures are the ones that start as nothing, like when a jog in the park turns into an all-out frolic in the creek.
How Zuke's Lives What They BelieveGetting out and being active with your pets doesn't always mean hiking a mountain. Whether it's small adventures around town or big adventures in the great outdoors, everyone can find a way to stay active. For some, being active means surf-fishing with their dogs. Others get active with their pup by heading to the local park and running the trails. Either way, no matter where you live, adventures can be found anywhere.
Your dog is your devoted companion. Being as loyal to your pet as they are to you is a tall order, but it sure does make life better. From shop dogs to seeing eye dogs, having your best friend at your side is as good as it gets. It's this passion for pets that shapes everything they do at Zuke's.
Loyal CompanionsWhether you're making a quick trip to the grocery store or gone for a full day of work, your faithful, four-legged friends are always there to meet you at the back door. They love unconditionally. Sure, you're there to care, feed, nurture, and love your pets. It's no one-way street. But at Zuke's, they aspire to be as devoted to pets as they are to you.
Dogs remind you to cherish life's simple pleasures. Dogs remind you what's important: life's simple pleasures. They know the sound of your car pulling into the driveway, they sleep at your feet (or sometimes on your pillow), they sense when you're sad, they act goofy and make you smile. This devotion to living life for and with each other is what motivates you to be the best company you can be. If not, you risk letting down your most loyal supporters.
Living your life with dogs in tow is the Zuke's lifestyle. Zuke's lets dogs tag along at the office, buckle them up in the car, plan their vacations around whether they can come along and treat them as the furry little children they are. While having your loyal companion at your heels all day, every day may be overwhelming to some, for Zuke's it's a way to give back some of the love and devotion dogs show.
Their adventures with their dogs take them on mountain hikes, chilly lake swims and endless walks on the beach. These outdoor moments remind them how much they love Planet Earth. That's why they work hard to think and act green each and every day, so they can create the kind of world that their pets deserve, and that they want to live in.
Sustainability That's Second NatureWhether it's the air you breathe or the green space where your pets play, protecting the earth can mean taking on big initiatives or making small changes to your daily habits. This starts at the office, where they pay their employees to leave their cars at home and ride their bikes or scooters to work instead. They continue their commitment by powering the office with 100% green electricity and volunteering to clean up roadside trash on US HWY 160, just west of Durango.
They consider the bigger manufacturing picture too. For packaging, the boxes are 60% recycled paperboard. They also make them smaller and fill them fuller to use 20% less material than competitors. A smaller box also means they ship more cases on every pallet. The result? less greenhouse gas emissions to get the product to you. They walk the dogs at the Humane Society once a month, clean up trash on their adopted section of highway 160, and donate product to any organization in the 4 Corners area that asks. They use LED light bulbs in their main office to reduce their energy use, and use 100% recycled paper products at the office.
Living sustainably is more than a company policy, it's a way of life for everyone at Zuke's. When they protect their hiking trails, harvest their own vegetables and reduce the consumption of gas and electricity, they're making a commitment to the planet and pets.
It all began with one man and his dog. Now, a decade later, pets everywhere can live a healthy, happy, high-energy life thanks to Zuke's.
The Lightbulb MomentAnyone who's experienced an aha! moment can usually recollect with giddy excitement the exact date, time and place that the proverbial light bulb went off. And often, that flash in time is the inception of a great idea. For Patrick Meiering, it was 1995 during a hike in the Colorado Mountains with his typically energetic companion, Zuke. Noticing that Zuke had become exhausted, Patrick broke off a piece of his energy bar and tossed it to him. Zuke perked right up. And there it was, the moment Patrick realized that pets need healthy, all-natural treats, just as much as people do.
The Zuke's Adventure BeginsFrom the beginning, it has been essential that Zuke's treats are formulated with only natural ingredients providing the specific nutrients your cat or dog needs. But early on, the fledgling team realized Zuke's was about much more than healthy treats. Instead, they consciously created a company focused on exploring and adventuring with your dog. About the love you get from your cat. And the pursuit of a healthier life that makes pets and people happier. This is what motivated them then, and what motivates them today. Zuke's wants to keep the adventure going by giving the pets something to wag about.
A Commitment to CaringCome to the Zuke's office and you'll see dogs curled up under a workstation or bounding in their backyard creek. They love to go home to the cats snuggled in on the couch. They're passionate pet loves just like you. Pets are a great source of motivation and give so much, so it's only natural ingredients, all sourced in the USA (except for the rabbit and venison, which comes from New Zealand), with final products made in the USA. The commitment to products stems from the love and care they have, not just for their own pets, but for dogs and cats everywhere.
As Zuke's grows, it's more important than ever they they remain true to the original intentions - to ensure that the passion they have for their pets shapes the products they make, the company they continue to become and world they live in.
Feeding Instructions: Feed as a tasty treat along with quality time and plenty of outdoor adventures. Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container daily. For your pet's health, see your veterinarian regularly.
Ingredients: Peanut Butter, Ground Barley, Ground Rice, Ground Oats, Malted Barley, Vegetable Glycerin, Tapioca, Cherries, Gelatin, Lecithin, Salt, Phosphoric Acid, Sorbic Acid (Preservative), Turmeric, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Vitamin E, Zinc Proteinate, Citric Acid (Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract.
Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein -- 9%Crude Fat -- 8%Crude Fiber -- 2%Moisture -- 30%
Calorie Content (Calculated) :
2.2 kcal / treat | 3,134 kcal/kg
Zuke's is built on a simple premise. Zuke's love our pets and want what's best for them. After all, they've seen us naked and they don't judge us when we drink directly out of the milk carton. It's that unconditional love between pet and owner that drove us to create our line of premium, all–natural pet treats & chews. It all began on a hike with my dog Zuke in 1995, I noticed that he'd become exhausted, so I broke off a piece of my energy bar for him and he perked right up. It was then that I realized pets need healthy, all–natural treats, just as much as people do.
Unlike other treats that are comprised of unrecognizable 14 letter ingredients, Zuke's is formulated to provide the specific nutrients your cat or dog needs. Our products include the finest meats, premium grains, fruits, vegetables and oils available. With Zuke's treats you'll never find any harsh preservatives like BHA, added animal fat, nasty by–products or artificial colors or flavors. In other words, we don't put anything in our products that we wouldn't eat ourselves—except for Mark in accounting—he's not so crazy about beets.
As a further testament to the confidence and love we've put into our entire line, Zuke's offers a money back guarantee on everything we sell. That's the 80's movie equivalent of standing outside your house with a boom box over our head. That's how much we stand behind our products.
Zuke's hope you have as much fun trying out the entire line of Zuke's treats with your pets as we had making them.
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This despite the fact that studies have shown that for most people, the incentive of a tax rebate is low on their list of reasons for giving.
When in opposition, National made noises about how 'complicated' the tax system is and how it needed to be 'simplified' yet now in Government, they want to add an additional layer of complication of which the net benefit to the country will be close to zero. However companies and individuals will now have new ways to avoid/evade paying tax by claiming rebates for 'gifts' that were going to given anyway or imagined 'gifts in kind' that do not exist except on a filed tax return.
In a rather hamfisted way I did try make this point in a comment at The Standard yesterday, but as is traditional amongst Standardnistas it was ignored in favour of calling people 'fuckwits' and 'pricks'.


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Exclusive: view the trailer of 99 Amaranto, the documentary about Cristiano Lucarelli and Livorno.
Twenty years later. Cristiano Lucarelli was one of those Shangai children. And now he is a well-paid serie A football player. He chooses to refuse a millionaire contract with a big team to finally come back and play for Livorno, in that football ground located just a few miles away from his old neighbourhood. [read more]
A production by L'Occhio e La Luna. "99 Amaranto" is a documentary film based on the book "Tenetevi il miliardo", written by Carlo Pallavicino. [read more]
"The History of Football is like a sad journey from pleasure to duty. The more the sport became an industry, the more it lost its beauty: playing simply to play the game. Luckily, and rarely, there is some dirty-faced , cheeky boy, who strikes a discordant note, playing for the pleasure of kicking the ball into the net, and runs and rushes into the forbidden adventure of freedom."
"Some football players pay half a million for a Ferrari or a Yacht, with that money I bought myself Livornos shirt. Thats all."
Cristiano Lucarellis story, a football player who departs from the norm, at the apex of his career he decided to refuse a billion lira engagement and a safe future, and chose to play for his home town team, Livorno, aiming to bring it back to the serie A after a 55 years long absence. Seventy-two goals, and a working class city peculiar for its anarchic nature that affects all the characters of this love story, who back Cristianos choice to stake everything on a number: Livorno's 99 rien ne va plus
Dal 13 luglio, davanti allo stupore di molti e dopo quattro anni eccezionali, Cristiano Lucarelli non è più un calciatore del Livorno: un taglio netto, i titoli di coda su una storia che rimane così fissata nel suo splendore e legata ad un periodo- le BAL, la politica in curva- che (complice anche il decreto Amato) appartiene al passato. 99 Amaranto diventa così un film documentario che racconta una storia compiuta e che sembra sempre di più uscita dalla penna di un immaginifico scrittore sudamericano.Read more...


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The Flagship of the Lake Oswego Fire Department, located at 300 B Avenue in downtown Lake Oswego was built in 1995. Response crews staff the upstairs quarters while the majority of Fire Administrative staff use the main floor for day to day operations.
The station staffs Paramedic Engine 214 with nine career personnel that work three separate 24 hour shifts. Each shift has a company officer (a lieutenant), an apparatus operator, and a firefighter. Station 214 serves the neighborhoods north of Oswego Lake including First Addition and north to the Dunthorp neighborhoods, and east from the Willamette River to Boones Ferry Road. Being the largest of our fire stations, 214 includes crew members certified in Dive Rescue operations, houses 3 Battalion Chiefs, a medic unit, and a Dive Rescue vehicle.


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DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Former United States Securities and Exchange Commission attorney Willie Briscoe and the securities litigation firm of Powers Taylor, LLP are investigating the sale of Ceradyne, Inc. ("Ceradyne") (Nasdaq: CRDN) to 3M for shareholders. Under the proposed Ceradyne sale, Ceradyne shareholders will receive only $35.00 in cash for each share of Ceradyne stock owned (well below at least one analysts estimated value of $37.00 per share) in a deal valued at approximately $670 million.
If you are an affected investor, and you want to learn more about the lawsuit or join the action, contact Patrick Powers at Powers Taylor, LLP, toll free (877) 728-9607, via e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com, or Willie Briscoe at The Briscoe Law Firm, PLLC, (214) 706-9314, or via email at firstname.lastname@example.com. There is no cost or fee to you.
The Ceradyne sale investigation centers on whether Ceradyne shareholders are receiving adequate compensation for their shares in the buyout, whether the transaction undervalues Ceradyne stock, and whether Ceradyne's board attempted to obtain the highest share price for all shareholders prior to agreeing to the deal. According to Yahoo! Finance, at least one analyst estimates the true inherent value of the shares could be as high as $37.00 per share. Shareholder rights attorney Willie Briscoe stated that "due to the proposed sale price, we believe that the transaction may undervalue Ceradyne stock. Our lawsuit will seek to obtain the highest share price for all shareholders."
The Briscoe Law Firm, PLLC is a full service business litigation and shareholder rights advocacy firm with more than 20 years of experience in complex litigation and transactional matters.
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13 September 2013 | News | By BioSpectrum Bureau
AB Sciex gets Frost & Sullivan awards 2013 Global Market Share Leadership Award for Mass Spectrometry
September: Market analysis firm, Frost & Sullivan has awarded AB Sciex the 2013 Global Market Share Leadership Award for Mass Spectrometry.
Frost & Sullivan reports that the award was finalized on several criteria such as AB Sciex's aggressive and successful R&D strategy to remain a step ahead of its competitors and focus on innovation and new product development to advance the field of mass spectrometry and make the technology more accessible on both ends of the budget spectrums.
Frost & Sullivan mentioned that AB Sciex's 6500 Series is widely considered the industry's top-selling high-end triple quadrupole, setting benchmarks in sensitivity and performance.
"We are extremely pleased by the independent confirmation of our leadership in the mass spectrometry industry," said Mr Rainer Blair, president, AB Sciex.
He further added, "When scientists, lab managers and technologists consider mass spectrometry to help them achieve their goals, AB Sciex should be the first place they look for all the reasons that the Frost & Sullivan market report details. We've been a leader in mass spectrometry for decades and we intend to stay the leader through continued innovation and the industry's best service and support."


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(REPORT) Myanmar (aka Burma): Election look ahead to Sunday
(HN, November 4, 2010 ) -- After months of preparation and the promise of "free and fair" elections, the polls in Myanmar (also known as Burma) will be open for the first time in 20 years on November 7th. The general election forms the fifth step of the seven-step "road map to democracy" proposed by the ruling junta in Myanmar, the `State Peace and Development Council' (SPDC) in 2003. The sixth and seventh steps being the gathering of elected representatives and the building of a modern, democratic nation, consecutively.
Although the international consensus is that there will be no such thing as a "free and fair" election this Sunday there is support of the generals from India, China, Thailand and others; and the world's top diplomat, Ban Ki-moon is keeping optimistic.
The Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) is expected to emerge as the new "civilian leaders" backed by millions of Burmese who have been enticed or coerced into joining the proxy party.
The USDP, led by current Prime Minister Thein Sein, began on a populist platform, offering low-interest loans to Burma's poorest. The cash-for-vote ploy may prove to be too hard to refuse for the average Burmese citizen to refuse as approximately 33 percent of the population lives below the poverty line. After decades of military rule, Burma has the lowest per capita GDP in South East Asia.
The wealth of the USDP has meant that it can promote a candidate in 1,112 of the 1,158 districts around the country, while most other parties struggle with high registration fees. In 52 of those districts, USDP faces no competition at all and in fact has actually been canceling balloting in at least 12 villages in six districts in Kayah state "as conditions are not conducive to holding a free and fair election," according to an official notice seen on November 2nd. The announcement in the states official newspaper gave no further explanation for the action, but in September, the election commission canceled voting in about 300 villages in 33 townships where ethnic minorities are dominant.
Funding for the USDP comes from the disbanded Union Solidarity and Development Association (USDA), the so-called "social welfare" wing of the junta, which also boasts the country's most powerful political and business figures. Most of the 26 million USDA members are now with the USDP.
Since 1990, world attention has focused on Aung San Suu Kyi, National League for Democracy leader and Nobel Peace Prize recipient. Her National League for Democracy (NLD) party won 58 percent of the vote in parliamentary elections in 1990, only to see the results annulled and Suu Kyi put under house arrest, imprisoned where she's been since. Her house arrest was due to end in May 2009, but was extended for eighteen months after she was convicted for violating the terms of her house arrest.
From her house arrest she has called for an election boycott and supporters of the (NLD) are holding "lightning" protests telling the public that a vote on Sunday will legitimize military rule.
Currently the strongest opposition party, the National Democratic Force, formed by former members of the NLD, is fielding 163 candidates against the USDP's 1,100 and faces added competition from the boycott lobby. What opposition exists faces little hope of winning any clout in the new parliament as 25% of those seats are already reserved for the military.
"You cannot hope the election to be free and fair by world standards," said Dr Than Nyein, the chairman of the NDF. "But at least we can have a civilian government in place of a military one and I think this is a great step forward."
In addition to this on October 22nd the country's West Coast state of Rakhine was hit by Cyclone Giri which devastated the area, leaving 71,000 people homeless and affecting over 200,000 according to government estimates who, according to the UN will require food aid over the next three months following the Cyclone's destruction of rice fields. Although petitions have been filed asking for a delay in elections to take place in the affected areas, the government has not replied and elections will take place on Sunday as scheduled. This is not the first time the government has proceeded with voting after a natural disaster. In the 2008 referendum, which set the ball rolling for these elections, the junta claimed a 98% voter turnout, with 92% approval, despite 15% of the country having been left crippled by cyclone Nargis.
Compounding matters are reports that there has been an increase in fighting in border areas where there has been a long-running war between ethnic groups and the Burmese military; and stories of villages being attacked due to assumed affiliation with border rebels are also increasing.
Added to all of this are the 2,200 political prisoners, more than half a million internally displaced persons, 400,000 monks and hundreds of thousands of refugees abroad – all of whom would likely vote opposition in a democratic election; but all of whom cannot vote in Sunday's election.
How the election will be reported to the rest of the world is also an issue. The ban on foreign journalists and election monitors is intended to lock the country's physical and virtual borders; a campaign that has already seen aggressive aggressive cyber attacks on independent media, the slowing of the country's internet, and a ban on domestic journalists going near the polls.
The international NGO Human Rights Watch along with other world leaders have already issued their view on the upcoming election saying "The international community doesn't need to wait until November 7 to know these elections are rigged from top to bottom," said Elaine Pearson, deputy Asia director at Human Rights Watch.
The group is urging the new government for real change in Burma and calling on the global community to take various steps, including calling for the immediate and unconditional release of all political prisoners, while pressing the new government to respect human rights, commit to an inclusive political process that includes increased access for humanitarian agencies and the media, and increasing the role of civil society and development groups.
The SPDC announced the elections on August 13th and results are expected to take several days to weeks to return.
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It requires 24 feet of 3/16" chain, chain repair links, lag screw eyes, eye bolts, and flat washers – all readily available at your local hardware/building center.
The full-scale plan includes cutting lists and detailed construction notes, uses standard lumber sizes, and is designed with extra bracing for strength and rigidity. Straightforward to build, since all shaped pieces are shown full size on the plan.


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The hunt of a lifetime
A 13-year-old Mulino boy won the coveted Rocky Mountain bighorn tag for Lookout Mountain.
A 13-year-old Mulino boy won the drawing for the one and only Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep ram tag in the upcoming Lookout Mountain hunt in eastern Oregon.
The prized tag was drawn by Tanner Nauta, son of Jeremy and Liz Nauta, of Mulino.
They call it the once-every-three-lifetimes hunt because most only dream about drawing the tag to hunt this prized animal, Jeremy Nauta said.
While most big horn sheep hunters apply for an Oregon tag year after year and never win, this was Tanners very first time to try for the drawing.
Statewide, very few tags for Rocky Mountain bighorn are given out each year, and for this Lookout Mountain hunt, only one applicant out of thousands is fortunate enough to win.
Jeremy Nauta said drawing the tag is a dream that's come true for his young son.
Winning the drawing in his first try has Tanner ecstatic. An eighth-grade student next fall at Molalla River Academy, Tanner said his dad was as excited about him winning the drawing as he was.
"My dad started screaming and telling me that I got a once-in-a-lifetime tag! That I drew the Big Horn tag! Tanner said Monday. It didn't feel real as my heart started to race, but I felt like the luckiest kid in the world!"
The odds for winning the drawing are phenomenal 0.04% (less than 1/2 of 1 percent), Jeremy Nauta said.
According to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, statewide there are very few Rocky Mountain bighorn hunts, for which thousands of hunters apply to win the tags. But in general, only one tag is won per drawing.
Besides the drawings, the ODFW holds a few annual raffles and auctions for a limited number of prized tags. Lookout Mountain, northeast of Durkee, is Oregon's number-one sheep hunting destination, and on Jan. 22 this year, the winner of the bighorn sheep auction paid $155,000 for the tag.
Oh my gosh we are getting calls from companies Ive never heard of wanting to sponsor Tanners hunt, his dad said. For a kid to win this most people wait three or four lifetimes to win this drawing.
Tanner has been going on hunts with his father since he was a 5-year-old, and since he turned 9, he has been involved in the Oregon Mentored Youth Program for hunting.
So the last three years, Tanner has been able to fill a hunting tag, but this is the first year for bighorn, his dad said. Ive been putting in for this tag since I was 14, and never got it. Most people will never draw this tag.
A hunting production company has offered its services pro bono to film the hunt, if Tanners family will allow them to air it, and so far, at least two different outfitters have offered their services to Tanner.
These guided hunts normally cost $8,000-plus, his dad said. Faith in the Field production company is going to film Tanners hunt.
Bighorn sheep are located in extremely steep and rugged terrain at higher elevations.
Historically, two subspecies of bighorn sheep were native to Oregon, the Rocky Mountain and the California bighorn. Settlement of the west brought with it over-hunting, changes in land use, domestic livestock and associated diseases, which wiped out the native Rocky Mountain bighorn populations. The Rocky Mountain bighorn were extinct in Oregon by 1945. But in 1971, the ODFW imported 20 of the sheep from British Columbia.
The bighorns re-establishment has been successful, but not without setbacks, particularly from disease outbreaks, an ODFW report states.
According to the report, Oregons bighorn sheep are designed to provide a quality hunting experience with a reasonable chance of success. The number of tags authorized each year are based on total herd population size, proportion of rams in the population and the availability of mature rams, size of the herd range (hunt area), and previous lamb recruitment rates.


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Over the years, we've seen a trend toward increased multitasking—we no longer just wear a few hats, but an entire accessories section. We live in a world where there are alerts coming at us from every direction, nudging us from meeting to meeting, and if something you're working on feels like it's taking you too long, there's probably an app for that! We've become so accustomed to this fast-paced lifestyle that it's somehow even crept its way into how we consume food—you can see it in your local grocery store, in the form of the steadily intensifying progression toward "meals on the go" (which of course exacerbates our own crazy schedules today).
This is especially the case when you look at one meal in particular—breakfast. Consumer demand has driven a slew of new options for swift consumption that feature a mix of the familiar and the new in a bid to satisfy the growing "rush to sustenance."
A recent Nielsen study on back-to-school consumption highlighted how far the traditional breakfast is under fire: It found that though majority of adults believe breakfast is the most important meal of the day, only one-third of children are provided breakfast at home. Many opt for meals-to-go. It should be no surprise, then, that the ready-to-eat (RTE) cereal category has seen significant decline over the past four years. The current 52-week average is down nearly $1 billion from the four-year average!
Instead, portable items like breakfast bars and yogurt are on the rise, and we're more than willing to pay for convenience. In fact, breakfast bars have been able to increase their base pricing by nearly 20 cents over the past four years (a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%) on the back of the rapid growth of the category.
Not surprisingly, everyone wants to know "what's next?" Well, the sales data can tell you that the future of breakfast is likely to continue to focus on "fast." But, while sales data can tell you that whole grain sales and bulk shopping is down, it can't paint the full picture of consumer attitudes—the "why behind the buy," as it is often called. For that, you need leading indicators like consumer opinion polling.
Fortunately, Nielsen has a robust consumer insights division that includes The Harris Poll, which can take the pulse of up to 2,000 people in 30 countries in as little as three days. This custom public opinion research allowed us to poll people's attitudes about the most important meal of the day in the U.S., U.K., China and Brazil. The goal was to understand trends and differences in attitude that would provide guidance to any company seeking to bring tasty, healthy and, most importantly, fast breakfast options for both busy kids and adults alike.
This opinion survey found that, in three of these important countries across four continents—all but the U.S.—almost everyone eats some form of breakfast, and a majority of those non-U.S. adults eat breakfast seven days a week. However, in the U.S., only about half eat breakfast every day. So one opportunity to do well by doing good is to find ways to put breakfast in front of almost 50% of Americans.
We also asked adults in these countries whether they agreed that breakfast was the "most important meal of the day." The answer was a very widespread "'yes," with the sentiment highest in China (90%, vs. 82% in Brazil, 80% in the U.S. and 79% in the U.K.). At the same time, a sizable minority in each country do not feel as though there are enough healthy options available for breakfast, ranging from a quarter of consumers in the U.K., up to a third in China. Furthermore, given the daily realities of commuting for many, and travelling on business for some, many prefer a breakfast that is portable and easy to eat (China (49%), Brazil (44%), U.S. (42%), U.K. (27%)).
Breakfast isn't dead, but it has certainly changed to fit the modern lifestyle. Without a crystal ball, we can't say with certainty what the next breakfast trend is. Here, however, are some basic takeaways, should your product plans involve the future of breakfast foods:
Health, speed, portability—and something hearty that makes them feel at home outside the home—taken together, breakfast is a big innovation opportunity.
But this is obviously not just about product innovation. Companies should think of innovation of other kinds that meet the need for health and speed—innovations at the shelf, of the pack, of the production process—because there is no shortage of adults, especially Millennials, who want but aren't getting the early-in-the-day nutrition they need to get a jump start on the day.
The data shows that breakfast won't go away, but it will look different, and it will occur in different places with different foods. Most people still want to sit down, relax, and enjoy the most important meal of the day. How can you make them feel they have done so, if they don't actually have the time?


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A number of things could be causing standing water in your dishwasher.
First of all, make sure that the door is completely closed.
Press the "cancel" button (sometimes twice, depending on model) to manually drain water left behind because the dishwasher cycle was interrupted (i.e. kids/roommates). The dishwasher will turn off after a couple minutes.
Other tricks:
1. If you have a disposer, run it, because your drain system could be blocked.
2. If you have an air gap, it could be clogged. Consult your particular brand for instructions on how to clear that, but mostly it's just taking off the chrome cap, unscrewing the plastic cap and cleaning out whatever's ailing it. (Here's a video by GE that's kind of fun.)
3. Make sure you've got drain hose in right dishwasher area codes. The drain hose should be looped to touch the underside of the counter and connect to the sink drain or disposer. The hose should not exceed a foot in length. Also, check for any kinks.
4. If you're still under water, call a plumber (or go cheap like me). Your sink drain could be clogged, which prevents your dishwasher from pumping out water.


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Pool party dedicates new recreation and athletic center
Grinnell dedicated its new $90-million recreation and athletic center Saturday and named the Charles Benson Bear '39 Recreation and Athletic Center for the late alumnus, trustee, and publishing executive Charles Bear.
"This is more than a recreation and athletic center," said Athletic and Recreation Director Greg Wallace, emphasizing the College's commitment to full-body wellness in addition to athletic competition. "Most of all, it's a place to have fun."
The dedication ceremony also featured speeches by Trustee Susan Holden McCurry '71, architects Cesar Pelli of Pelli Clarke Pelli and David Dymecki of Sasaki Associates, President Russell K. Osgood, tennis player Alec Moore '11, and Vice-President of College and Alumni Relations Mickey Munley '87. An audience of several hundred students, alumni, and friends of the College got the opportunity to symbolically "fill" the new pool with cups of water brought over from the older Obermiller pool in the Physical Education Complex, and President Osgood dove in to take the first lap.
Bequests of more than $10 million from the estates of Charles Bear and his partner, A. John Gambers, supported the construction of the natatorium and fieldhouse in the two-part state-of-the-art center begun in 2003. The bequests are among the largest combined gift distributions in the College's history.
Bear worked throughout his 40-year publishing career for Time-Life International, holding several executive positions and retiring in 1984 as group vice-president, secretary, and director of Time Inc. A former member of the U.S. Olympic Committee, he also served as chair of the board of Major League Baseball Properties and consultant to the commissioner of baseball.
The Grinnell College Board of Trustees, which Bear served from 1970 until his death in 2007, approved use of the unrestricted bequests for the new recreation and athletic center, recognizing Bear's career and sports interests.
"Charley Bear was a warm, modest man of great professional accomplishment, who served Grinnell faithfully as a trustee and tireless admission volunteer in the New York City area," Grinnell President Russell K. Osgood said prior to the ceremony. "We are humbled by Charley's and John's generosity and pleased to be able to honor their legacy in a way that supports Grinnell's values to educate and prepare students for lives of wellness and physical fitness. This outstanding facility is among the best in Division III recreation and athletics."
The Bear Recreation and Athletic Center seamlessly connects first- and second-phase construction projects underground. The first phase of the center, completed in 2005, includes 1,250-seat Darby Gymnasium, home of the Pioneer men's and women's basketball teams and volleyball team; an auxiliary practice gymnasium; and a fitness center.
The soon-to-be completed second phase includes the 500-seat natatorium with 50-meter pool and movable bulkheads and the six-lane 200-meter fieldhouse with seating for 400. The entire Bear Center is expected to join Grinnell's growing list of LEED certified buildings.


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Modular Australian Pine Wine Racks
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- Summary
Originally designed as professional display racks for wineries, these Australian pine shelves hold wine bottles in the preferred position, so their corks remain moist.
- Easy to assemble and dismantle to fit the needs of your wine collection.
- Patented lock-and-groove design eliminates the need for tools when assembling.
- Environmentally friendly Australian pine.
- Exceptionally sturdy crossbars and end pieces are free of knots.
- 36-bottle rack has 4 shelves; each shelf holds 9 bottles. Includes 8 crossbars and 8 ends.
- 72-bottle rack has 6 shelves; each shelf holds 12 bottles. Includes 12 crossbars and 12 ends.
- A Williams Sonoma exclusive.
- Dimensions & More Info
- 36-bottle rack: 36" x 11 1/2" x 22" high; 17 lb. 8 oz.
- 72-bottle rack: 47 1/2" x 11 1/2" x 33" high; 32 lb. 8 oz.
- 11 3/4"-deep shelves.
- Made in Australia.
- Use & Care
- Modular racks are designed to stack. They can be built up to a maximum of 12 ft. height, or 24 layers high. Anchor stacked racks to the wall with L-brackets.
- Racks must be snug up against a wall for stability and safety.
- Do not stand a loaded rack in the middle of a room or high-traffic area where it could be tipped over by children or pets.
- Use caution when placing racks on counter- or tabletops, where they could tip over.
- Always load your wine into the bottom layers first.
- For partially filled racks, move bottles to the bottom shelves to avoid becoming top-heavy and tipping.
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Shipping Information
This item will be shipped directly from the manufacturer and is not eligible for rush shipping. Please allow one to two weeks for delivery.
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At Williams Sonoma, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. Attention to design, materials, safety and construction are our priority. Upon receipt, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage; we will arrange for a prompt replacement.
If within 30 days, you are dissatisfied for any reason, you may return your purchase for a refund of the merchandise value. An original receipt or gift receipt is required for all returns and exchanges. Returns with a gift receipt will be refunded in the form of a Merchandise Credit for the amount indicated on the gift receipt. Returns with original receipt will be refunded in the original form of payment, cash and check refunds over $100 will be issued as a company check (may take 14 business days from time of request).
For all cutlery returns (knife sets, single knives, cutting boards, knife sharpeners, and knife storage) please contact us at 888.922.4108 to initiate the return.
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RUSSELLVILLE — Winning once is not enough for Arkansas Tech's offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. Dean Norsworthy, now in his third season on the Wonder Boys staff, knows how addicting success can be. The elite coach has produced some the finest athletes at high schools and colleges in the region, so the thrill still thrives in his life.
Norsworthy pursued the sport when he was a child. After his father died when he was 13 years old, Norsworthy relied on his football coaches to teach him strength, organization, discipline and to overcome adversity. "Football is the truest form of being a boy and a place where you have true camaraderie," Norsworthy said. "They taught me how to be a man."
Norsworthy led his district in passing yards and touchdown passes his senior season as a Scrapper in 1985. His heralded role models at Nashville High School aided him in earing the quarterback position at Henderson State University in Arkadelphia. Though he was majoring in aviation and becoming a successful pilot, all Norsworthy thought about was football. Realizing his love for the sport would never leave him, Norsworthy became interested in the coaching aspect of football. "I didn't know what else I would do," Norsworthy said.
He started researching and volunteering free time. Norsworthy would stress over the x's and o's of configuring his own offensive plays, even staying after hours to ask his mentors the why's and how's of the game.
The transition to coach came with immediate success. After his colligate career at HSU, he began coaching quarterbacks in 1993 at Arkadelphia High School. He then acted as the cornerbacks coach at Southlake Carroll (Texas) High School, in which the Dragons were coached to two state quarterfinals. It was with the Dragons that current Kansas City Chief Chase Daniel began his ninth grade season under Norsworthy. Moving on to Irving (Texas) High School, he coached the Tigers quarterbacks to three consecutive trips to the state playoffs and one Class 5A Division II state quarterfinal.
Norsworthy was hired at Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 2005 as first the quarterbacks and running backs coach, and then promoted to assistant head coach. In 2006 Norsworthy coached Lone Star Conference North Division Offensive Back of the Year Justin Pitrucha to finishing seventh in the nation in passing yards and 34th in total offense.
Midwestern State University (Texas) was the last college Norsworthy coached at before coming to Tech. Under his tutelage, quarterback Brandon Kelsey and the Mustangs passed for a school record of 3,390 yards and 29 passing touchdowns, resulting in a LCS co-Championship and a berth in the NCAA Division II Playoffs in 2009. During his tenure at Midwestern State, he coached four All-Americans. Quarterback Zack Eskridge earned a two-time All-America selection and was a 2009 Harlon Hill Trophy finalist.
Norsworthy joined the Wonder Boys in 2011 as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. In 2012 quarterback Tanner Marsh passed for 2,874 yards, third-most in Tech history for a single season. He also rushed for the second-highest total yards at 3,316 and threw for the fifth-most touchdowns with 19. Marsh holds the second-most completions with 238 and became the second quarterback in Tech history to pass more than 400 yards in a single game.
Norsworthy has trained four players that have made it to the professional level: Brandon Noohi, Kelsey, Eskridge and Marsh.
While Noohi, who was with Norsworthy at SEOSU, plays in the Gridiron Developmental Football League for the Tulsa Thunder, Kelsey competed in Europe with the Hamburg Blue Devils of Hamburg, Germany.
Eskridge is currently a free agent for the Arena Football League, though he played for the National Football League's Dallas Cowboys, Canadian Football League's Toronto Argonauts, AFL's Kansas City Command, New Orleans VooDoo and San Jose SaberCats.
Eskridge attributes his success to his former coach. "He likes to talk things out and ask what I'm seeing and why I did the things that I did, while also maintaining a high level of energy, intensity and competitiveness," Eskridge said of Norsworthy. "He is open to suggestions from his players, he only calls plays that they're comfortable with and he adapts his offense to the strengths of his players. This is what it takes in order to be a successful coach."
Tech's own Marsh is now a quarterback for the CFL's Montreal Alouettes. On August 22 in a 39-38 comeback win against the BC Lions, Marsh threw his first professional touchdown pass and rushed six yards for his first rushing touchdown. He then moved to starting quarterback, winning his first game in that position 20-9 against the Toronto Argonauts on Sept. 3.
Norsworthy credits their success to a blessing. "I have had smart kids who are coachable and have a God-given talent, like Zack and Tanner," he said.
Regardless of passing through the ranks of high school and college as an elite offensive specialist, Norsworthy continues to carry aspirations of his future. He has his sights on becoming a head coach, an athletic director or a professional coach. "I still have those dreams," he said.
Norsworthy had other options to consider when Steve Mullins, Tech head coach from 1997-2012, stepped down as head coach, but he chose to stay at Tech. "I love Russellville," he said. "I would like this to be my home, but as a coach you can't set your roots too deep."
The coach has so much drive for the Wonder Boys that he puts in 80-100 hours per week. "Everybody wants to be a coach until they realize how much work it is," Norsworthy said. Starting on Sunday, Norsworthy watches game film from 12:30 p.m. until a staff meeting in the early afternoon. Taking a break for dinner, he studies until around 10 p.m., reviewing game tape. The process begins again on Monday, when he watches film until personal meetings with players around 10 a.m. After lunch and practice in the afternoon, he returns to tapes until around 9 p.m. Tuesday is a short day, when he only works until 8 p.m. and Thursday provides a day off, but on Wednesday and Friday Norsworthy restarts the Monday routine.
The Wonder Boys keep him moving. "The players keep me going," Norsworthy said. "They (fans, players, coaches) only care about the now, so you focus on the kids and that is the motivation every day."
The 2012-13 teams are rushing to the top of Norsworthy's favorites in his coaching career. "Tanner transferred with one year of eligibility left. Luke Halpin did the same. They entrusted me with their careers." To see his players achieve their goals and dreams is as rewarding as anything he has ever done before, Norsworthy said.
So the coach will keep pushing the Wonder Boys to be offensive powerhouses on the playing field. Even though the Wonder Boys have faced defeat already this season, he is confident that quarterback Halpin will be setting records. "He is on pace for 3,000 yards and a 60 percent pass completion. He can blow that out of the water here," Norsworthy said.
The offensive coordinator has high goals for the team this season. But regardless of the outcome on the scoreboard, his passion for the game will never cease. "There is nothing quite like that game time football experience," Norsworthy said. "It is kinda like a drug—you just can't get enough."


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Wednesday, February 10, 2010
My Allahabad Journey in Photos - I ( Where to stay - ISKCON, Where to Eat, Anand Bhawan )
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Namaste & Aloha, Friend!
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hello aarti nice photographs they are speaking more than wordsReplyDelete
@Cloudia @Rupa ThanksReplyDelete
Those are lovely. My favorite is the View from the Terrace, the muted blues and purples are spectacular.ReplyDelete
Yes, still a picture is worth a thousand words. Interesting.ReplyDelete
The ceiling at Bikanervala is fantastic!ReplyDelete
Thanks for stopping by my place and leaving your lovely comment about my photos.
sunset over the tracks is breathtakingly beautiful. what type of tree is that in the background? (I've got a thing for trees)ReplyDelete
always enjoy your photo's Arti - thank you for sharing!
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Hello Shannon,
Thanks for your encouragement..
I had shot that pic very early in the morning during my train journey to Allahabad.
As far as the tree is concerned, I am not aware but probably its a jungle tree with no significance as such!!
that was lovely!ReplyDelete
loved the ceiling!...lovely photos...loved the first one!ReplyDelete
I loved Allahabad when i visited there 6,7 years back.ReplyDelete
Its a nice city with lot many places to visit.
My fav was Anand Bhawan.
Now my Best Friend lives there, who may also comment on this post.
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Poland Honors Novak for Fostering Freedom and Polish-American Cooperation/
Novak decorated by President Komorowski with the Commodore's Cross with a Star of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland (Ave Maria University Press Release)
On the 31st anniversary of the declaration of martial law in Poland, Michael Novak, author, theologian, Ave Maria University professor, and former U.S. ambassador, was decorated by President Bronisław Komorowski with the Commodore's Cross with a Star of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland.
Before the official decoration ceremony, Professor Novak gave a lecture at the Presidential Palace on the meaning of social justice, part of the series of Polish Presidential lectures on the Ideas for the New Century. The lecture was introduced by Paweł Lisiewicz, director of the Polish cabinet, and in it Novak emphasized the importance of the institutions of civil society that properly precede the activity of the state.
The decoration ceremony took place in the historic grand hall of the Presidential Palace, the site of the 1955 signing of the Warsaw Pact. In addition to Professor Novak, who was the only American recognized at the ceremony, also honored were more than forty heroes of the political opposition to Polish martial law in the 1980s, civilians and members of the military, many of whom worked clandestinely for the cause of liberty.
Professor Novak was cited for his "merits in fostering democratic change in Poland as well as developing Polish-American cooperation." These merits include Novak's influential masterpiece, The Spirit of Democratic Capitalism, which was published in an illegal samizdat translation in 1984 under the imprimatur of the anti-communist movement Solidarność. As ambassador to the U.N. Human Rights Commission in 1986, Novak initiated the international condemnation of martial law in Poland, the first ever U.N. condemnation of a regime behind the Iron Curtain. In his remarks, President Komorowski recalled the aid, both material and moral, that the Polish people received from the West while under martial law. He mentioned in particular the significance of Radio Free Europe, which Novak served as a member of the Board of International Broadcasting.
In his remarks President Komorowski also noted Ronald Reagan's slogan "Let Poland be Poland," and Reagan's initiative to ask Americans to light candles in the windows of their homes, an expression of solidarity with those suffering in Poland. Today, Komorowski noted, the Polish people have a duty to extend the same solidarity to those still suffering under unjust regimes.
Following the decoration ceremony, Novak visited the recently erected Ronald Reagan monument located outside the U.S. embassy in Warsaw. There President Komorowski, Novak, and others from the embassy lit candles and placed them around the monument.


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Egypt uprising not unexpected
As our government struggled with how to respond to the uprising in Egypt, a Catholic priest interviewed by Catholic News Service on Friday wasn't surprised. The church's ideas behind development and peacebuilding work can help everyone, including government officials, understand just what's going on in Northern African countries.
I'm currently preparing for an interview with Maryann Cusimano Love, an expert in international relations (if you have any suggestions for questions, leave them in a comment), and her article in a book called Peacebuilding helped me understand the context for the past month's events abroad.
Institutional Peacebuilding efforts—either by NGOs such as Catholic Relief Services, the U.S. government (through the Departments of State and Defense), or the United Nations—are extremely young initiatives. CRS's manuals on peacebuilding only date back to 2002 and 2006, coming out of the Rwandan genocide, Love notes. As such initiatives develop, therefore, we will hopefully become better at creating sustainable peace. In her essay, Love mines lessons from comparing Catholic and UN/U.S. approaches to peace.
To simplify her article greatly, the United States and United Nations focus on creating a negative peace (the absence of war) through the security and stability of states and economic institutions. The Catholic approach, however, "addresses justice and reconciliation at the community and personal levels." The church works for "integral human development"—people must be able to live to their full potential and with dignity.
In this context, it is easy to see why the United States has supported Mubarak throughout the years—he provided peace, in a sense. But the recent uprising show why the Catholic Church deserves a listen on international issues. The "integral human development" of Egyptians has been ignored for years, but with social media, they finally have the means to organize.
As the world works with Egypt, Tunisia to rebuild, it will be crucial to listen to the church's voice on peacebuilding and not only reestablish stability at an institutional and state level but to address the development of these countries' citizens and civil societies. The same can be said of Southern Sudan and even Sudan, where small protests started yesterday, and other countries (Syria, Feb. 5) where citizens threaten unrest.


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All About Pool Light Bulbs
by Jonathan Ruhe February 25, 2013
One of the more overlooked aspects of a pool is lighting. In today's post we are going to go into a bit more detail regarding the different types of pool bulbs available and what each offers in energy savings, color and heat output.
There are many different types of pool light bulbs available on the market. You have your standard incandescent bulb, halogen, fluorescent compact florescent, and LED or Light Emitting Diode.
Within each category are different styles, for example PAR or Parabolic Anodized Reflector, Globes, BR or Bulge Reflectors as well as R styles which is where the reflector out glass is coated with a reflective material to direct the light.
Each pool bulb type and style has its pluses and minuses - typically related to cost versus the lifespan of the bulb. For instance, a basic incandescent light bulb is the cheapest out on the market, however the average lifespan of an incandescent pool bulb is only 1,000 hours. Halogens cost a little more and offer a 2,500 hour lifespan, compact florescent bulbs cost more still, but last up to 6,000 hours.
Halogen bulbs for use in pools and spas were very popular - a few years ago. They represented an upgrade in lighting intensity, with a lower power usage. Pool light manufacturers came out with quite a few different bulbs during the heyday, shown on the left.
Halogen pool bulbs are still in use today, thousands have been sold. They are our most popular replacement pool light bulbs.
There has been a big push in the last five years toward compact florescent which use much less energy then a standard incandescent, and last six times as long – up to 6,000 hours. The downside of a compact florescent is they are very sensitive to frequent switching on and off and this could cause the bulb to fail. CFL bulbs used in pools also tend to have flat, low levels of illumination, and poor color lighting ability.
The most advanced type of bulb available on the market is the LED pool light bulb, LED stands for light emitting diode. LED bulbs use less than a quarter of the energy of a standard incandescent bulb AND can last up to 40,000 hours – that's 40 times the life of a standard bulb. Deep rich colors are also possible with LED pool lights.The downside is they have a much higher upfront cost then an incandescents, but if you average out the cost over the lifespan plus factor in the energy savings - they end up being a more cost effective option in the long run.
Today's pool light bulbs, regardless of their type, are offered in a variety of color options. I'm not talking about red, blue, green – granted these are available, but rather different shades of white – also known as color temperatures. A standard incandescent is a 2700k temperature bulb, which produces a warm-white-yellowish color.
With the introduction of compact fluorescent and LED bulbs, you also have the options for clean white – 3000k, and also cool white (a bluish color) – 4000k. There are even color temperature options that simulate daylight, which is very close to the 5000k range.
Now you're probably asking, what exactly is a K? K stands for Kelvin, and this is measured by heating a rod of iron to a certain temperature, we'll use 2700k for example, the color the rod would glow is the K value represented.
As more efficient and more environmentally friendly options become available to the US market, the federal government has made plans to outlaw the most common bulbs currently available – 40W, 60W, 75 W and 100W bulbs by the year 2014. This is because certain bulb types contain mercury which cannot be thrown out in conventional trash and also leak UV light. The First Casualty for the pool industry was the R20 100W bulb which is now already illegal. No R20 bulb greater than 45W is permitted. This bulb has been replaced by the PAR16 60W bulb. More information on the light bulb ban.


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The Big Five made big progress Thursday in their budget negotiations.
Thursday afternoon Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's spokesman released a 32-word statement that the entire state has been waiting to hear.
"The Governor and Legislative leaders have reached the framework of an agreement, will work through the details over the weekend, and hope to come to a final agreement when they reconvene Monday," Press Secretary Aaron McLear said in the statement.
The Big 5 include the governor, Assembly leader John Perez (D-Los Angeles), Assembly Minority leader Martin Garrick (R-Carlsbad), Senate President pro Tem Darrell Steinberg (D-Los Angeles) and Senate Minority leader Dennis Hollingsworth (R-Murrieta).
The governor and leaders from both parties have been meeting at Schwarzenegger's private offices located at Oak Production in Santa Monica for the past two days trying the hammer out a deal.
Details were not immediately available so we don't know how they solved the $19 billion budget deficit
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Just one bullpen job appears to be open
PHOENIX -- Tough decisions have to be made at every camp this time of year, and the A's have no shortage of them to sort through right now.
Oakland has four catchers and four first basemen in camp, and too many relievers to count.
PHOENIX -- Tough decisions have to be made at every camp this time of year, and the A's have no shortage of them to sort through right now.
Oakland has four catchers and four first basemen in camp, and too many relievers to count.
From the start, closer Jim Johnson and setup men Sean Doolittle, Ryan Cook, Luke Gregerson and Dan Otero have been guaranteed jobs based on past performances. Long reliever Jesse Chavez, who has totaled 4 2/3 scoreless innings in two appearances this spring, also appears to be a lock.
That was made clear Tuesday morning when manager Bob Melvin suggested he only sees one bullpen job, not two, up for grabs.
"I think six of them could be fairly obvious, and then there's that seventh spot, and you always want that kind of competition," Melvin said. "You don't want to come in with no jobs available, even though I do tell these guys, just because you don't start with us doesn't mean you can't be a big piece for us, based on the amount of players we used the last couple of years."
Evan Scribner is a leading candidate, though at a disadvantage as a righty if the A's decide they want to carry a second left-hander to make up for the loss of Jerry Blevins. However, Scribner is also out of options, which could play in his favor, and he's pitched two perfect innings with three strikeouts this spring.
From the left side, Fernando Abad and waiver claim Joe Savery are the two to watch. Abad, acquired from the Nationals early in the offseason, has greatly impressed, allowing just one hit with no walks and four strikeouts in three shutout innings. Savery has only made one appearance, giving up two hits with one walk and one strikeout in 1 1/3 innings.
Because of their depth in this area, the A's are unlikely to consider any of their leftover starters for a bullpen spot. This means Tommy Milone, Josh Lindblom and Drew Pomeranz are likely to be stretched out and begin the season at Triple-A Sacramento, barring injury this spring to Oakland's expected five starters: Jarrod Parker, Sonny Gray, Scott Kazmir, A.J. Griffin and Dan Straily.
Jane Lee is a reporter for MLB.com