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"Saturday Night Live," NBC's Emmy Award-winning late-night comedy showcase, enters its 38th season in September for another year of laughs, surprises and great performances.Since its inception in 1975, "SNL" has launched the careers of many of the brightest comedy performers of their generation; and, as The New York Times noted on the occasion of the show's Emmy-winning 25th Anniversary special in 1999: "In defiance of both time and show business convention, 'SNL' is still the most pervasive influence on the art of comedy in contemporary culture." At the close of the century, "Saturday Night Live" placed seventh on Entertainment Weekly's list of the Top 100 Entertainers of the past fifty years.The program has won 36 Emmy Awards and now holds the title for the most nominated television show in Emmy history with 156 nominations. "SNL" has been honored twice, in 1990 and 2009, with the prestigious George Foster Peabody Award and cited as "truly a national institution." "Saturday Night Live" was inducted into the Broadcasting Hall of Fame by the National Association of Broadcasters, and the show continues to garner the highest ratings of any late-night television program, entertaining millions each week. "SNL" sketches still bear repeating on Monday mornings. With live show surprises, especially those timed to the election - from Barack Obama's surprise walk-on, Hillary Clinton's performance opposite Amy Poehler, and Senator John McCain's "Weekend Update" appearance - "SNL" is making headlines and influencing the political dialogue while skewering it at the same time. Beyond politics, the show's cast of recurring characters and take on pop culture targets remains spot-on. The addition of the show's Emmy Award-winning SNL Digital Shorts continues to keep the show as current today as it was when it debuted.The impressive lineup of "SNL" guest hosts for season 37 featured some of the biggest stars of film, television, music and sports including: Alec Baldwin, Melissa McCarthy, Ben Stiller, Anna Faris, Charlie Day, Emma Stone, Jason Segel, Steve Buscemi, Katy Perry, Jimmy Fallon, Charles Barkley, Daniel Radcliffe, Channing Tatum, Zooey Deschanel, Maya Rudolph, Lindsay Lohan, Jonah Hill, Sofia Vergara, Josh Brolin, Eli Manning, Will Ferrell and Mick Jagger. Last season, the show continued its unparalleled tradition of featuring both blockbuster and breakout musical acts, hosting such performers as Radiohead, Lady Antebellum, Foster The People, Drake, Maroon 5, Coldplay, Florence and the Machine, The Black Keys, Robyn, Michael Bublé, Kelly Clarkson, Lana Del Rey, Bon Iver, Karmin, Sleigh Bells, Jack White, The Shins, One Direction, Gotye, Rihanna, Usher, and Mick Jagger."Saturday Night Live," which premiered Oct. 11, 1975, is broadcast live from NBC's famed Studio 8H in New York City's Rockefeller Center. The program is a production of Broadway Video in association with SNL Studios. Lorne Michaels is the executive producer.


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February 18, 2014, VANCOUVER, BC (ISN) – Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the addition of Italian goalkeeper Paolo Tornaghi, pending receipt of his International Transfer Certificate and Canadian work permit and visa. Per Major League Soccer and club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed.
"Paolo is a goalkeeper with great size, MLS experience, and a fantastic upbringing within the Inter Milan youth system," said Whitecaps FC head coach Carl Robinson. "I brought him in because I want to have three good goalkeepers on the roster and I expect him to push David Ousted and the already talented pool of goalkeepers that we have."
Whitecaps FC goalkeeper Paolo Tornaghi
- Made nine regular season appearances with Chicago Fire
- Former youth player with Inter Milan
- Represented Italy at every level from U-16 to U-20
- Permanent resident of the United States; domestic player in MLS
Tornaghi, 25, joins Whitecaps FC as a free agent after spending two seasons with Eastern Conference side Chicago Fire. The 6-foot-2, 165-pound goalkeeper started each of his nine regular season appearances with the Fire, accumulating one clean sheet and a 3W-4L-2D record.
The Garbagnate Milanese, Italy native started the first three matches of the 2012 season for the Fire, which included in a 1-1 draw with Montreal Impact in front of 58,912 fans at Olympic Stadium and a 1-0 win over Philadelphia Union. Tornaghi also appeared in a Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup match, as well as pair of international exhibitions against Aston Villa and Santos Laguna during his first season in MLS.
This past season, Tornaghi appeared in six regular season matches with the Fire and recorded victories against D.C. United and San Jose Earthquakes.
Before joining the Fire in 2012, Tornaghi was a member of storied Italian club FC Internazionale Milano. While on loan from Inter Milan between 2008 and 2011, Tornaghi enjoyed two stints with Serie C side Como, where he appeared in six league matches and two Coppa Italia matches.
Tornaghi also played the 2009-10 season on loan with northern Italian side Rimini, where he appeared in two league matches and one Coppa Italia match.
At the international level, Tornaghi has represented his native Italy at every level from U-16 to U-20 and was part of the Azzuri side that participated in the 2005 FIFA U-17 World Championship, where he appeared in two matches.
Tornaghi obtained his permanent residency status (green card) from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services in September 2013, and therefore counts as a domestic player in MLS.
Paolo Tornaghi
- Pronunciation: TOR-nah-GEE
- Position: Goalkeeper
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 165 pounds
- Date of Birth: June 21, 1988, in Garbagnate Milanese, Italy
- Hometown: Garbagnate Milanese, Italy
- Citizenship: Italy, United States (Green Card)
- Status: Domestic
- Previous Club: Chicago Fire
- How Acquired: Signed to a MLS contract on February 18, 2014
Whitecaps FC begin their 2014 MLS season on March 8 versus New York Red Bulls at BC Place. Season tickets start at just $349, subject to applicable fees. The 'Caps also offer a flexible range of ticket products, including half-season tickets ($244), 5-packs ($149), student season tickets ($199), and a youth soccer half-season ticket ($100). For more information on all Whitecaps FC ticket options, call 604.669.9283 ext. 2 or visit whitecapsfc.com/tickets.


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"Mentoring is a very fulfilling part of my job. It requires collaboration from both the mentor and the mentee, and requires trust, authenticity and a drive from both parties to maximise the benefits from our interactions and ultimately deliver better business outcomes.
"It revolves around developing and sustaining a working relationship with my Graduate mentee Samantha Palmer.
Mentoring enables us to develop as individuals, but also makes good business sense for Shell in terms of attracting and retaining talent and supporting ongoing professional development and career progression.
One of Shell's greatest assets is its human capital, so supporting employees to deliver is crucial for success."
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Silver Cross is among a nationwide group of hospitals participating in the Hospital Quality Alliance, a program managed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to assess quality. To participate, hospitals are required to report several quality indicators. These indicators are related to the treatments that are known to get the best results for most adult patients.
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Ralph Ross, Deputy District Director since 2004 for the SBA North Florida District Office in Jacksonville, is the new SBA Kentucky District Office Director. Mr. Ross will replace Mr. Steve Ayers, who retired in July 2011.
Mr. Ross has had a long and distinguished career with SBA. He has come up through the ranks and has worked as an expert in both the Commercial Lending and Government Contracting sides of the Agency. In Minnesota he was Chief of Portfolio Management and Liquidation in one of SBA's high-volume Commercial Lending Programs. In the North Florida District Office, Ross helped manage a disadvantaged business development program that accepted over $500 million in Section 8(a) contracts last year for 200 active 8(a) firms.
Ross is enthused about the opportunities to use SBA's programs in Kentucky: "For over 50 years, the SBA has been all about starting and expanding small enterprises. This is not easy work, but we have some talented people in the Kentucky SBA office who are dedicated to making Kentucky a more prosperous place. What is special about Kentucky is that 75% of our people live in smaller communities. These are the kinds of communities where entrepreneurship flourishes. Whether it's our lending, counseling or government contracting programs, we work with one entrepreneur at a time, and we are here to help."
Mr. Ross is also an attorney, was licensed to practice law in Minnesota, and has been an editor for several law book publishing companies. He recently married a high-school sweetheart, and they will be at home in the Highlands neighborhood of Louisville.
Ralph Ross has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from the University of Iowa and holds a Juris Doctor Degree from The William Mitchell College of Law.


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Give your body a rest. An airform™ cushion upgrade makes all the difference. Airform is the next generation of memory foam cushion technology. Airform provides resilient and responsive cushioning that helps relieve pressure on your body's stress points. Choose to add a 2" layer of premium airform to your seat cushion and legrest for an upgrade.
This recliner has a no-gap cushion that extends from the seat to the feet. This style offers fuller comfort and support for your legs, and eliminates the open gap that toddlers can get fingers or toys stuck in.
Not only is this brand a household name, its got the credentials to prove it. The American Chiropractic Association has endorsed La-Z-Boy reclining furniture based on research that reclining in a supportive chair with no added back strain can alleviate pain. La-Z-Boy's multiple comfort angles and premium upgrades like adjustable lumbar, power-tilt headrests, and independent back & footrest power motion go the extra mile to provide exceptional, full-body support and minimize excess stress.
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K1 Speed Inc. Acquires RPM Indoor Kart Racing, Sacramento
Irvine, CA (November 16, 2012) K1 Speed, Inc., the largest operator of Indoor Kart Racing facilities throughout the US, announces the acquisition of Race Place Motorsports, Inc. (RPM Indoor Kart Racing) an industry leader in Sacramento, California. As we welcome the RPM Sacramento location, we believe this first class location will provide a great new expansion opportunity for K1 Speed.
As part of K1 Speed's continuing expansion, this acquisition will be the 13th location nationwide and the 3rd in Northern California for K1. The Sacramento location will be switching from gas powered go-karts to highly advanced and environmentally friendly electric karts.
RPM in Sacramento has been an industry leader for the past 10 years and is passionate about the same things as K1 Speed. Offering a world-class facility with great customer service and attention to detail should provide an easy transition for K1 Speed.
The acquisition is scheduled to close on December 1, 2012 and is subject to customary closing conditions.
About K1 Speed
Found in 2003, K1 Speed is one of the premier karting companies in America. With 12 kart racing centers in San Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Seattle, the Inland Empire, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Austin and Phoenix with several more facilities planned for the near future, K1 Speed brings the thrill and excitement of indoor karting to a large audience. Offering highly-advanced and environmentally-friendly electric karts as well as large indoor entertainment venues that feature authentic racing memorabilia, pit cafes, meeting rooms and pool tables, K1 Speed is a great place to visit with family and friends or to host a corporate event or party. If you're interested in experiencing the latest technology in kart racing, visit one of nationwide karting centers today!
RPM Indoor Kart Racing was also founded in 2003 and has provided nearly ten years of racing excitement to the Sacramento area. The Sacramento location is arguably one of the finest Indoor Kart Racing facilities in the US. With 74,000 square feet it offers two race tracks, spacious lobby areas and an upstairs Sky Box providing food service with floor to ceiling angled glass to sit back and view all of the racing action. RPM has 5 meeting rooms for private parties or corporate meetings. The Speed Shop retails store offers the latest styles from Oakley, SPY, Alpinestars, FOX, DC Shoes, GoPro and many more brands. A Subway sandwich shop is also located inside on the first floor. RPM also has a great collection of racing memorabilia featuring racecars, helmets and racing suits. Twenty foot high glass walls provide great viewing areas from anywhere in the facility.
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Are you looking for a Pool Contractor in Auburn? You have come to the right place where we got experts who have been in this industry for years. There are many services available like Swimming pool design, Swimming pool construction from scratch, pool maintenance, and pool accessories.
How is Swimming pool Constructed?
Layout & Digging out the mud
The pool is laid out using stakes and redwood forms. The form represents the outer edge of the pool shell. We ask that you or your representative be present at this phase for the purpose of coordination between our design and construction departments. It is extremely important that both the pool and mechanical equipment be located at this time. If your home is under construction, we need to have access to both water and electricity at this time. The forms must not be disturbed, as they represent the exact elevation, location, size, shape, and position of the finished pool.
The excavation process will start now. The earth from your pool is either hauled away or kept on site for backfilling as necessary for later phases of construction. This is one of the two "dirty and noisy" phases of construction. We attempt to keep the dust down to a minimum, but it will be dusty, and the heavy equipment is noisy. We suggest you keep all windows and doors closed and keep your children away from the site during this phase.
pool-construction-plumbing: Schedule 40 PVC pipe, which will be beneath the deck will be installed and extended to the mechanical equipment location. This includes lines such as the main drain, skimmer, hydro-therapy jets, automatic cleaner, waterfall, and any other mechanical lines that may be included in your contract. All piping is pressure tested prior to gunite placement to ensure against any leaks.
3/8″ steel reinforcing bars are placed to strengthen the gunite shell. The steel is shaped to the pool's design and extra steel is used at points of high stress. The reinforcing steel is securely tied in place. The day of guniting, the bars are blocked up from the dirt so the entire "basket" will be surrounded by gunite when finished. The electrical contractor should then bond the steel shell. Stairs and benches in the shallow end do not have steel placed; they are solid gunite.
This will be your first meeting with our licensed electricians. They will inspect your service panel and determine the exact distance to the mechanical location. They will also bond the steel structure and call in your 1st inspection. This is the time to talk about any future electrical, underwater lights, speakers, etc.
Our construction office in Auburn will notify both the building and electrical departments, if you are using our electrician, prior to gunite. We have placed the permit in a permit container and secured it near your home. Please make sure the building permit is still accessible for signing by these inspectors. If the container is not there, please notify us immediately.
The next process of your pool construction is the application of the shotcrete or gunite. Gunite is a mixture of sand, rock, and cement that will be applied by an experienced Ocean Quest trained technician. These technicians will skillfully shoot the gunite around your pool's steel reinforcement grid. Your pool shell formed by this process is so strong that Ocean Quest backs it with a Full Lifetime Warranty.
After your gunite has been completed, we will need your assistance to allow the gunite to cure properly. You (or Ocean Quest) will need to water your pool a minimum of three times a day during the daylight, from 7 am to 7 pm. You will need to do this for 5 days. Simply use your garden hose (without a nozzle) and wet the pool thoroughly, top to bottom. Don't worry about the water collecting in the deep end of the pool. It's normal and will be pumped out before we apply your pool's interior finish.
pool-construction-grading Now is the time you most likely will need to purchase sub-base material for the deck area to achieve proper elevation. All lines; plumbing, electrical, gas, etc. MUST be installed prior to deck layout.
Pneumatically applied concrete is installed to form the pool shell. Water curing is done by the homeowner from the existing patio.
Any water features and/or boulders are now installed
Using National Electric Code approved conduit, wire, and bonding, our licensed professional electrical contractor carefully makes all of the electrical connections for your pool. The lights are installed, the pumps are wired and electrical breakers installed.
The electrical devices can usually be installed concurrently with other construction phases, and thus not hold up further construction.
Gas Lines/Propane Tank
If this is an option you have decided on, your city's gas line/propane tank requirements and your individual lot size will determine whether your gas line or the propane tank can be buried underground or must be above ground. If it can be buried, the trenches will be dug and the pipe will be laid at the time of the plumbing of your new pool. This pipe will have to be inspected by the city and the entire process takes 10 to 15 days. Do not be alarmed if the actual hookup of your gas or propane does not happen until your pool has been completed. Gas line must be installed by the third party certified gas installer. Having a gas line or propane tank installed can run concurrently with other construction phases and will not necessarily hold up further construction.
before this final step is accomplished, it is essential that the pool and surrounding area are kept as clean as possible, and your fence or temporary fence has been installed to meet both local and state codes prior to filling the pool. Any projects which create dirt, dust, smoke or other mess, must be completed beforehand or postponed until later. The sparkling cleanliness of a fine quality pool depends not only on the ability of our craftsmen but in keeping the pool as clean as possible until it is filled. We cannot be responsible for footprints or stains caused by dirt, fertilizer, dust, and other debris from construction, landscape projects or winds.
FILL UP the Pool- Time to Party!
Once the filling operation has begun, NEVER turn off the water or move the hose from its original position until the level has risen to the middle of the tile band. This eliminates the possibility of a dirt ring, which is difficult to remove. When the pool is full, please turn off the water and inform us. Under normal conditions, it is not necessary to call us until the pool is full. There is no harm in not having the filter on, for up to a week after filling. There is also no harm to the pool swimming in the pool before the filter is started. Auburn Pool construction code should be followed.
Pool Maintenance
Each week our factory-trained technicians will thoroughly clean, brush, vacuum & net your pool & waterline. They will empty skimmer baskets, pump baskets robotic cleaner bags, and backwash filters when necessary. Prior to leaving each week, they will properly adjust run times and valve positions for optimal circulation depending on the environment and season. We will gladly adjust water chemistry using your chemicals or if you prefer, our chemicals so you don't have to concern yourself with storage.
Our complete service rates are competitive with others in the area, yet far more comprehensive. Each visit you will receive a detailed electronic service log indicating all actions we have taken, any chemicals added and additional information you may find helpful — like water level and filter cleanings.
Size, depth, equipment type and trees will impact service rates, so feel free to email a photo of the pool, surroundings and equipment for a bid on route service.
Pool Repairs
Our repair technicians are factory trained and we offer warranty repair services on all the following brands:
- Jandy
- Nordic
- Pentair
- Marquis
- PolarisGoldLine
- Hot Spring
- Hayward
- Jacuzzi
Quarterly Filter Clean and 44 Point System Diagnostic Check
We include the following services:
Clean the filter cartridges and screens*
Backwash filter system
Replace/recharge diatomaceous earth*
Check all pump and motor operations, including switches, fasteners, sound levels & running temperature; insure shafts turn freely; confirm proper water pressure & adequate priming
Check all valve operations
Inspect system for leaks
Check robotic cleaner operation
Confirm operation and condition of all skimmers, covers and baskets
Check heater operation (check for proper firing, pilot light, flame color, burner tray, gas leaks, water flow, thermostat operation, and gas valves and overall cleanliness)
Check electrical system, including automatic timer, clock, controller, battery backup, lights, wiring integrity, conduit condition, ground fault interrupter, auto fill system, freeze protection, spa blower and other accessories
Inspect cover for condition and proper operation, anchors & straps and motor operation*
Confirm operation of all chemical systems including Ozonator, mineral purifier, salt generator* and/or EcoSmarte(TM) system
Inspect safety systems, including anti-vortex suction fittings, self-closing gates, and condition of diving board or slide.
Test water pH, chlorine levels, cyanuric, balance, alkalinity & hardness.
Swimming Pool Decks
Sundek was the originator of the Classic Texture Splatter Knockdown finish that dominates the swimming pool deck industry to this day. We did not stop there as we have improved technologies incorporated into the complete line of decorative concrete systems providing all the properties you want around a pool deck:
- Slip resistance
- Ease of maintenance
- Comfortable walking surface
- Variety of colors to choose from
- Variety of textures to choose from
- Mix & match systems to increase appeal while reducing investment
You don't need to look elsewhere for pool contractors. We are most professional guys in Auburn. We know that you want the best bang for the buck, therefore, average pool cost will be low. We have a plethora of backyard pool designs.


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Texas county reports chikungunya-positive mosquito
The announcement Wednesday by Harris County, Texas health officials that a mosquito had tested positive for the chikungunya virus is the latest evidence confirming its presence within the U.S.
The positive test is believed to be the first nationally, says Kristy Murray, associate vice-chair of research at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston — which is in Harris County — and director of its Laboratory of Vector-borne and Zoonotic Diseases.
"Where before we were very concerned about people traveling from areas, especially the Caribbean where there's a tremendous (chikungunya) outbreak going on, now this means that someone could be sitting in their own backyard in Houston and become infected — no travel required," says Murray.
"Year to date, we have (tested) over 450,000 mosquitoes (for various viruses). We're talking about a lot of mosquitoes, says Umair Shah, executive director, Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services. "This is the first time we found it."
It has not been been determined whether the mosquito that tested positive obtained the virus from an infected person in the state or if it traveled to the country via a shipping or cargo container of some sort, says Shah. "It's too early to tell and it's hard to tell."
Houston can be considered a "high-risk area" for the chikungunya (pronounced chik-un-GUHN-ya) virus for several reasons, says Murray: both species of the Aedes mosquito (aegypti and albopictusandi) capable of transmitting the virus are found there; it is very densely populated; and it has a very hot, humid summer climate. "Honestly, it can be difficult to avoid mosquito bites here," she says.
As of Aug. 5, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a total of 484 chikungunya cases nationwide. Four locally transmitted cases, including the nation's first, have been reported from Florida. All other cases occurred in travelers returning from affected areas in the Caribbean or South America, the Pacific Islands, or Asia.
As of Aug. 6, the Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed 10 human cases of the virus. All of cases were imported.
According to the CDC, chikungunya is not contagious from person to person, is typically not life-threatening and will likely resolve on its own.
Symptoms include fever and joint pain within a week after a person is bitten by an infected mosquito. Patients can also develop severe headaches, muscle pain and swollen joints. There is no vaccine and no specific treatment.
The mosquito that tested positive in Harris County means "we need to start actively looking for cases in the area, make sure doctors are aware of what to look for and how to test for cases (and) that people are aware of the symptoms, so if they do get sick they can go seek medical care and become tested," says Murray.
And the public needs to do its job by taking preventive measures, including using mosquito repellents, covering exposed arms and legs, and ridding nearby areas of all standing water, says Shah.


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In Mexico, beer sales are latest battlefield against country's giant monopolies
Pablo Flores has big dreams for his tiny craft brewery, which produces smooth golden and brown ales in bottles with dandy labels.
"We'd like to be all across the republic, in every state," Flores says.
But for now, his brewery, Cerveceria Albur, has a more mundane challenge – getting a spot on the menus of restaurants and a place on supermarket shelves in Monterrey, northern Mexico's industrial hub.
Dozens of small craft brewers are popping up in Mexican cities with flashy bottles and catchy names like Atomica, Border Psycho and Primus. Together, however, they have less than 1 percent – 0.64 percent to be precise – of the market. That's because two behemoths control 98 percent of the beer consumed in Mexico, employing tactics that lock out most newcomers.
As Mexico tries to bust open some of the monopolies and concentrated economic power that stifle its economy, attention has focused on the conglomerates that control television and fixed-line and cellular telephones. Yet beer is another area that has been sharply restricted for decades. The market only now is opening slightly, serving as a litmus test for whether anti-monopoly regulators under President Enrique Pena Nieto will act more aggressively. So far, signs are mixed.
Barely any microbreweries existed in Mexico a decade ago. At a gourmet trade show last week in Mexico City, 56 craft beer makers showed up, many of them in business for only a year or two.
Still, Mexico lags far behind other countries in making craft brews.
"In the U.S., there are around 2,500 microbreweries. In Chile, there are 250," said Jaime Andreu Galvan, one of the partners in Cerveceria Primus, a microbrewery that launched in 2006.
Even so, Mexicans are thirsty for beer. The nation is the sixth-largest consumer of beer in the world. In hotter parts of the country, beer is often considered a substitute for soft drinks. Mexicans on average down 16.3 gallons of beer a year.
Many beer brands crowd the shelves, but they belong to one of two companies, Grupo Modelo in Mexico City or Cerveceria Cuauhtemoc Moctezuma in Monterrey.
Now the issue has become global. Huge foreign brewers have acquired both of Mexico's big brewers. In 2010, Heineken, the Dutch firm that is the world's No. 3 brewer, bought Moctezuma and its brands (including Indio, Dos Equis, Tecate and Sol), which have 41 percent of the market.
Earlier this year, Belgian-based AB-InBev, the world's biggest brewer, gobbled up Grupo Modelo and its brands (including Corona, Modelo, Pacifico and Victoria), with 57 percent of the market.
The two goliaths inherited practices that include enticing clients to sign exclusivity contracts by providing them with refrigerators, tables and chairs, and display awnings with their own beer logos. In some cases, the brewers would even advance money to new cantinas and restaurants – up to the equivalent of tens of thousands of dollars – in exchange for a cut of future beer sales.
The practice that is most heavily criticized, though, particularly in the north, is the big brewers' ownership of all permits to dispense or sell beer.
"If a small retailer goes to ask for a permit, the municipal agent sends them to the breweries," said Armando Valenzuela Gaxiola, the managing director in Mexico of SABMiller, the London-based giant that is the world's No. 2 brewery.
"They say to you, 'No, the permits are all out,'" added Andreu of Cerveceria Primus. "That's how they hold a gun to your head."
It's enough to drive craft brewers loco.
"When I go to restaurants, they often say to me, 'I have an exclusivity contract. I can't even talk to you,'" said Isaac Aroche, the beer master and general director of La Chingoneria, a small craft brewery in Mexico City.
Other aspects of the beer market conspire to keep it closed. For example, the market for malt, a key beer ingredient, is controlled by the big breweries. Big players also have their own glass factories and bottlers.
In a curious twist, a couple of Mexico's earliest microbreweries, Primus and Minerva, saw their interests coincide with those of the third major global brewery, London-based SABMiller, which also wanted to enter the domestic market.
In 2010, SABMiller filed a complaint with Mexico's Federal Competition Commission against what it described as the monopolistic practices of the two dominant companies. Primus and Minerva joined the complaint.
On July 11, the commission issued a ruling, offering a partial victory to the craft brewers. It said the dominant brewers had to limit their exclusivity contracts to no more than 25 percent of their points of sale, releasing most cantinas, bars and restaurants to sell craft beer. The ruling is to go into effect within 90 days.
The commission didn't offer much help to SABMiller, though, which filed a federal court appeal and declared that the ruling "failed to truly address the monopolistic activities of the two dominant brewers."
"We are going to be excluded from nightclubs, cantinas and bars, hotel chains and arena events," said Valenzuela, the SABMiller Mexico executive.
Moreover, most convenience stores remain off limits to both Miller products and craft beers. OXXO, a chain with 11,000 convenience stores in Mexico, has cross-ownership with Heineken.
Craft brewers see convenience stores as part of an eventual growth arc.
"In the U.S., if you go into a 7-Eleven you'll find Miller Lite but also Stone and Dogfish," said Sergio Elias Gutierrez, an owner of Bocanegra, a microbrewery here, referring to two regional U.S. craft brews.
Further anti-monopoly efforts are in the offing. As part of a sweeping move to bust up monopolies in telecommunications that went into effect June 10, President Pena Nieto will install a new Federal Economic Competition Commission with more teeth. It will replace the previous commission.
Microbreweries still have many complaints, including taxes of 45 percent on their suds and regulatory limits that define craft breweries as those producing less than 100,000 hectoliters (2.6 million gallons) a year, giving any craft brand a maximum of 0.15 percent of the national market.
The Brewers Association, a Colorado-based group representing U.S. craft brewers, is watching developments in Mexico carefully.
"Artificial barriers like exclusive contracts that bar other suppliers from competing are harmful to the beer consumer," Bob Pease, the association's chief operating officer, wrote in an email. "If the playing field is level and all suppliers have access to market and the beer drinker gets to decide, we like the chances of the small and independent brewer."
Even as Mexico's newest brewers rejoice at what Andreu called "the first big victory," beer makers say they face sharp disadvantages as they try to win the hearts of beer lovers.
"We can't provide the same kind of incentives to restaurants, like refrigerators," Flores said. "It affects you if you can't provide these things."
"We first have to teach people about good beer," echoed Aroche.
But Andreu, who is a leader of a national microbrewery group, the Brewers Association of the Mexican Republic, remains optimistic.
"Our goal by 2016 is to arrive at 1 percent of the market. In the U.S., microbreweries have 6 percent of the market," Andreu said.


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LEDs are unique in many ways, but perhaps the most intriguing aspect of their distinctiveness is their affinity to be controlled. Conventional light sources do not like to be controlled and actually demonstrate diminished performance, such as reduced efficacy and life expectancy, as controls are introduced. LEDs, on the other hand, are a different breed. In fact, the more they are controlled, the longer they last and the more efficiently they operate. Because all of the components (LED light engines and controls) are now digital, solid-state, intelligent devices, they work together seamlessly, delivering a level of performance and simplicity that is unprecedented with lighting systems.
When paired with well-designed and integrated digital components, LED lighting systems are fully capable of executing common lighting control strategies, such as manual dimming, scheduling, occupancy sensing, and daylight harvesting. Moreover, the solid-state nature of LED components easily facilitates the use of advanced control strategies like lumen design and management, high-end trim tuning at the space and luminaire level, as well as integrated building management systems and utility demand response. Because LEDs essentially put a "chip" in every luminaire, digital addressability and local control flexibility become standard features.
The inherent compatibility of LEDs with digital lighting controls holds tremendous promise beyond dimming and other typical controls options. LEDs are digital light engines that can interface directly to onboard luminaire control logic. The result is an "intelligent" luminaire that has the ability to monitor and respond to its environment and perform pre-programmed tasks to further conserve input power/reduce luminaire maintenance. Potential tasks include: managing lumen output actively over time; monitoring and adapting to variations in ambient temperature; monitoring system life; and detecting a fault in the system for quicker troubleshooting and maintenance.
In addition, the LED luminaire is digitally addressable, allowing it to easily network and communicate with other luminaires and similar control devices in the same room or throughout a building. Network connections can easily be made using standard Cat. 5 cabling for true plug-and-play convenience. The ability to use simple Cat. 5 cabling to connect LED fixtures to other fixtures and controls delivers two critical benefits:
- As with computers, Cat. 5 cabling allows digital information to freely and easily flow from fixture to fixture and from fixtures to various room controls or building controls. This, in turn, allows controls to be embedded right into the fixture and — as soon as the cable is connected — enables the fixture to become its own "IP address." This means it's automatically recognized (addressable) and can deliver its own data about how it is performing. Likewise, it can receive directions on what to do.
- Cat. 5 cabling is easier to install and make changes to, because it is very flexible. As a result, the initial setup cost — both in terms of time and materials (compared to standard 2-wire systems) — is significantly less. Because space typically has to be reconfigured over time, it is simple to move and readdress fixtures. They no longer have to be zoned or grouped — each fixture can be recognized and placed anywhere in the plan.
We are only now beginning to understand and unlock the full potential of LEDs and controls. Therefore, it's important — if not critical — to consider more than just the luminaires and components when comparing and specifying LED lighting.
Investigate how controls can enhance LED lighting benefits and what this means over the long term for a facility when seeking to improve lighting quality, reduce operating costs, and incorporate lighting into overall building management systems. Ultimately, digital lighting systems will more easily connect with intelligent buildings.
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We're looking at every NBA Playoff series through the eyes of both Free Darko. Here's Free Darko's look at the Cleveland Cavaliers-Washington Wizards series. Your author is Dr. Lawyer IndianChief.
Aaaaand (wiping the sweat off my brow), my pick to win the finals win the finals is still intact.
That was a close one. The Pistons nearly sleepwalked their way through their third playoffs in a row, the 76ers played with more guts than anyone else has shown all season, and in this topsy-turvy sports world of the Giants beating the Patriots and the Colorado Rockies playing in a World Series, "anything" almost happened. But then the Pistons became the Pistons began and made millions of Detroit citizens want to strangle a lamppost, with frustrations of, "WHY THE HELL CAN'T YOU GUYS ALWAYS PLAY LIKE THIS??"
An additional critical event occurred, though, which I must acknowledge. Flip Saunders actually made some adjustments — perhaps only inadvertently, but after ripping him in the past, I have to give the guy some credit. For one, after McDyess' schnoz got busted, Jason Maxiell was inserted into the starting lineup to great effect. They might as well leave him in there as it takes tremendous pressure of McDyess to be the presence in the middle that Ben Wallace represented a few years ago. Saunders also played the young guys Aaron Afflalo, Amir Johnson and Rodney Stuckey, and not only in the midst of blowouts.
I found that a surprising and nifty move given that (a) it goes completely against the Larry Brown ethos of relying on minimal rotations and playoff-tested vets (b) this postseason is teaching us that we are exiting the Shaq/Jason Kidd epoch into a new era of speed and youth (see Chris Paul, Josh Childress, Rajon Rondo, Josh Smith, Thaddeus Young, Brandon Bass, etc.). The Pistons will need youthful vigor to survive the road ahead.
So, yeah, maybe Saunders has learned a thing or two about coaching, but when it comes down to it, the Pistons are really only as good as their Brahma of Hamilton, Prince, Billups, and Sheed. And as ostensible Pistons insider, Chris Webber, stated last week on Inside the NBA, when it comes down to it, the Pistons ultimately do not follow in Flip's footsteps, but rather they take the character of team president Joe Dumars. Note the key term there: character. It's a vague all-encompassing term that has to do with mettle and respect and toughness, but whatever it means, it's what these playoffs are all about, and what they have been about since the dissolution of the Kobe/Shaq dynasty. For all the crap I talk about the Spurs, they are the ultimate character team, having won two of the last three titles simply off of integrity. When the Mavs went up 2-0 on the Heat two years ago, character prevailed and a scrappy Dwyane Wade floorburned his way to the championship. When Golden State beat Dallas in the first round last year, the Warriors had character oozing out of their pores.
And in the match-up of character, Orlando doesn't stand a chance to Detroit. Talent, now that's a whole different story. No doubt the Magic have in Dwight Howard the most talented player in the series, and probably a top 3 player of the remaining playoff teams (just behind Kobe and Chris Paul). This is not to mention that both Rashard Lewis and Hedo Turkoglu may be better pure scorers than anyone on the Detroit squad. However, there's something just a little too synthetic about the Magic's game. They seem like a bunch of guys who just fell off some alien tree; aside from Jameer Nelson I can't imagine any of them having played in college. They're too neon; I could never see them photographed in sepia tones. The Pistons on the other hand, are a team full of bearded, masked, future politicians — guys who play like they're mentally 65 years old.
So in the end, it's like comparing Brad Pitt to James Dean. Scientology to Taoism. Cheetos to Bavarian Pretzels. Converse to BAPEs. And so I'm rolling with what I know, which is Detroit, all earth and blood of them. The Magic will get their day once they add some depth and consistent PG play, but I think that Detroit in the first round received their scariest and last wake up call, and now they're ready to go. The theme of this playoffs has been windows. Windows are opening for the Hornets, Sixers and Hawks for future success. On the flip, windows are slamming shut for the Mavericks, the Nuggets, the Suns, and sheeeit, maybe even the Celtics. And when it comes to Detroit, this is the moment of truth. Either play hard, with no lapses toward coasting, or else fingers are getting smashed. Louis Williams already showed you his fangs. Julian Wright wants to taste bone marrow. And Joe Johnson, well he might as well be the Unabomber. This is a different era. As Shaq and Kidd become dust to dust, the young-uns are realizing that their time is now, so be wary Detroit; this is your last chance.


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TORONTO – Striding out to perform "O Canada" at the recent NBA All-Star Game in New Orleans, Serena Ryder found an unexpectedly hard time in the Big Easy.
"When I was walking out to sing, all the all-stars were lined up on the podiums. And they were heckling me!" she recalled in a recent telephone interview. "Seriously, I was walking and three or four of the dudes – I don't know (who) because I wasn't looking, because I was on camera – but as I was walking, they went: 'You're live. You're live. Start singing. The camera's on you. Go ahead.'
"I really felt like I was in high school, walking down the hallway right by the jocks who were super popular and they were all commenting on my gothic outfit – which they actually did, I was a goth in public school. And I got made fun of all the time."
The anthem itself? Oh, that was a breeze for the husky howler, increasingly adept at the big moments.
She delivered a faithful rendition that swelled impressively at its climax, delighting at least one of the nearby cool kids.
"After I'm done, I start walking off and then there's Drake," she said of the Toronto rapper, ubiquitous during the NBA's all-star weekend.
"He like grabbed me and gives me a big hug. All the cameras are on me. It was the most surreal experience."
And Drake isn't the only industry heavyweight to embrace Ryder recently.
She earned five nominations at this weekend's Juno Awards, and her haul included nods in marquee categories album, single, artist and songwriter of the year. And she'll also co-host alongside Johnny Reid and Classified, with whom she's set to open the show.
This after the 31-year-old's 2012 breakthrough "Harmony" announced her ascension into Canadian rock's top tier of performers. The primal single "Stompa" pounded its way to triple-platinum sales, and it wasn't a fluke; winsome indie-pop gem "What I Wouldn't Do" matched its chart position, peaking at No. 8 while also going platinum.
The next frontier, of course, is the United States. On this day, Ryder is chatting from her house in Los Angeles, where a crew is noisily ripping up the floor in her basement to remedy damage caused by recent flooding.
But even as breaking into the U.S. looms as an obvious goal, Ryder won't necessarily submit to the punishingly rigorous, ego-popping club traipse that's become de rigeur for Canadian acts trying to break south of the border.
Her major breakthrough at home didn't necessarily come about the typical way, after all. She followed the script from 2004 and '08, releasing three increasingly popular records culminating in the Juno-winning folk-pop of "Is It OK."
Seemingly, Ryder was swimming ever-closer to the surface, only a stride or two from bursting through to the mainstream. Instead, she stopped paddling altogether.
Ryder has been honest about the four-year gap that ultimately followed "Is It OK." She struggled with depression, at various points finding it hard to summon herself from bed.
Eventually, friends, family and a new romance helped Ryder emerge from the din. The writing came almost easily – sanguine songs reflecting her newly cheery mindset. When it came time to record "Harmony," she had more than 60 to choose from.
Told now that her success story defies the typical strike-while-the-iron's-hot ethos of an opportunistic industry, she laughs aloud.
"I know – that's the funniest thing in the world," she said. "I don't believe in the whole idea of breaking your back in order to enjoy life later. … It makes no sense whatsoever.
"Love and that passion behind it is what feeds success … and then if you don't love it, stop doing it," she added. "That's easier said than done, absolutely. But that also takes courage."
The opportunities flowing her way now might have seemed impossibly overwhelming when Ryder occupied a stormier mindspace.
"I don't think that I would have been able to enjoy it as much as I am now, because I definitely would have been more in my head," she said. "I think the difference between me now and me then is that I'm so much more grateful. I have an abundance of gratitude for what I have in my life."
It helps that the curve upward has been gradual.
She began her career in earnest as a teenager, but was singing since age 8. She started "doing legions and motor hotels and performing in small, little dive-y bars."
She grew up in Millbrook, Ont., a small town with a population below 10,000. Now, she's not only established deep roots in the Toronto music scene, but she's also managed to find a comfortable place in L.A., where she says she feels like she has an equally snug community around her – "the only difference is there's an ocean and sunshine."
Still, when she surveys the artists who have become her competition in the upper echelon of the Junos – the likes of Arcade Fire, Michael Buble, Celine Dion and Drake – she's floored.
"I grew up in a small town. I still have my same friends. I like going to the pub for fun and going to a dive bar and watching music or playing pool. That's my deal. I love it," she said.
"I feel uncomfortable most of the time at red carpets or black-tie events. And then all of a sudden I'm amongst these superstars – it feels like almost unreachable famous people, you know?
"And then on the other hand it's like, wow, what a huge, amazing honour. I feel so proud because this is what I've always wanted my whole life, when I was sitting in front of the television watching MuchMusic and watching 'Star Search' … or when I'm at home playing my Arcade Fire records in Toronto and dancing around my room.
"It's a total trip and I'm so grateful. It's such a huge deal."
The Juno Awards air Sunday.
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Bottom fishing for Mangrove Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, and Grouper in Marathon, FL. Book Now!
Marathon Fishing Charters Trips Angling Adventures Captain Rich Smith
Thanks for stopping by Angling Adventures. My name is Captain Rich Smith and I provide Florida Keys Fishing Charters out of the middle keys islands of Marathon. I am a native of South Florida that grew up fishing Miami to Key West. I absolutely love my job which is watching other people catch fish. I have three boats to choose from, a 36' center console, a 23' center console and a 18' technical flats skiff. I specialize in Inshore, Reef, Patch Reef, Offshore Wreck, Gulf Wreck, Backcountry, Flats, and Family Fun Fishing trips using Light Tackle Spinning Gear and Fly Fishing. It doesn't matter if your a beginner just learning to fish or a seasoned angler I can take you on a trip of a lifetime. I'm patient and professional with over 15 years experience.
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Winter Time Fishing
No Snow Here! Only warm tropical waters full of fish waiting to be caught. So come on down to the Islands of Marathon in The Florida Keys and book your fishing charter with us. From our dock at the Island Fish Company Restaurant we offer Patch Reef, Wreck, Flats, and Everglades fishing trips. Some of the commonly caught species of fish are Mangrove Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, Mutton Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Amberjacks, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, Snook, Redfish, Juvenile Tarpon, Grouper, Goliath Grouper, and Sharks. We offer 4, 6, or 8 hour trips More
Spring Time Fishing
Get Ready For Some Of The Best Fishing On The Planet! This is the time of year that the Florida Keys becomes "The Sport Fishing Capital Of The World" and our dock in the Florida Keys area of Marathon is at the center of it all. Anglers from all over the world come here to experience our annual Tarpon season. Averaging over 100 lbs. the Tarpon is one of the most exciting fish to catch. But there's more. Pretty much every other species we have here is also available to catch. Reef, Wreck, and Flats fishing can be absolutely on fire with the warming of the waters. More
Tarpon Fishing
The most exciting fish to catch in the Florida Keys is the Tarpon. Often referred to as the Silver King the Tarpon is known for its acrobatic jumps and long drag screaming runs. Tarpon fishing trips are the best during the Spring months of April, May, and June but we are able to still catch them the rest of the year. Juvenile Tarpon can be found near the mangrove areas throughout the Florida Keys. If you'd like more information about our Marathon Tarpon Fishing Charters please click... More
Shark Fishing
One of the most consistent really big fish we catch here in the Florida Keys is Sharks. These toothy critters average between 4-10 feet long and are known for their long drag screaming runs. We are able to chum these fish right to the boat in water that is less than 3 feet deep. So you will be able to pick out the Shark you want to catch out of a school of sometimes over a dozen circling the boat. If you'd like to learn more about our Marathon Shark Fishing Charters please click... More
Wreck Fishing
The Florida Keys is littered with shallow water wrecks. Usually we like to fish the inshore wrecks that are found in less than 30 feet of water. These wrecks are productive for Grouper, Snapper, Cobia, and numerous other species all year long. We prefer to use light tackle spinning gear with live bait or lures depending on how the bite is that particular day. Wreck fishing is awesome for catching a lot of fish. If you'd like to learn more about our Marathon Wreck Fishing Charters please click... More
Patch Reef Fishing
Just a few minutes from our dock in Marathon is one of the most beautiful coral reefs on the planet. It's home to numerous species and is great for catching lots of fish all year long. The water is crystal clear and often times you will see hundreds of fish feeding off the chum right behind the boat. If you'd like to learn more about our Marathon Reef Fishing Charters please click... More
Backcountry Fishing
The Florida Keys is home to hundreds of remote mangrove islands and shallow water flats. This is where we refer to as the Backcountry. These vast calm waters are home to a plethora of species and wildlife. The backcountry is great for low stress fishing and catching a lot of fish. If you'd like to learn more about our Marathon Backcountry Fishing Charters please click... More
Flats Fishing
South Florida has thousands of shallow water flats that are home to some amazing fishing. Usually, we are in less than 3 feet of water and sight fish for them. Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, and Redfish are the most common species we target. It's challenging but very rewarding for more experienced anglers. For more information about our Marathon Flats Fishing Charters please click... More
Inshore Fishing
The Florida Keys area of Marathon has some spectacular inshore fishing. There are many fishing opportunities all year long where you never loose sight of the ocean floor. Inshore fishing is great for people wanting to get out there and catch fish without worrying about getting beat up. If you'd like to learn more about our Marathon Inshore Fishing Trips please click... More
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Hey Rich,
I just wanted to say thanks for the great fishing experience in the Florida Everglades. Kevin and I were blown away with how wild it is being so close to Miami. Kevin is still talking about his Tarpon….
Thanks again,BobTexas
Captain Rich,
Thanks for another great trip. I wish the wind wasn't blowing so hard so the fly fishing would have been easier to see them. But hey that's fishing. But at least we were still able to get on them with the spin rods. I have a buddy from my fishing club that wants to come down and fish with you. I pass your info over to him. Well thanks again and I can't wait to see the video we took.
Thanks again Rich and take care!HannesLyttelton, South Africa


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We all make sugar cookies and short breads for the holidays (ok, not EVERYONE does) but I just loved the addition of pistachios and cranberries. Festive no?
Then I realized they are rolled in coconut as well, like snowflakes :)
They were so tasty that I even brought the recipe to work and we started making them for the customers there too!
I didn't embellish this recipe at all, wait, I did, I didn't have coconut extract so I increased the vanilla by 1/2 tbsp.
I think I'll take some time and tweak it a little the next go round but until such time I really encourage you to try these just as they are!
Here's the recipe from Sobey's:
1 c. room temperature butter
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 tbsp pure vanilla
1/4 tsp salt
1 egg, room temperature
2 1/2 c. flour
3/4 c. flaked sweetened coconut, divided
1/2 c. dried cranberries, chopped
1/2 c. pistachios, chopped
I your stand mixer, cream together butter, sugar, vanilla and salt until smooth. Scrape down sides of bowl, add egg and mix well.
Slowly add flour, coconut, cranberries and pistachios.
Divide dough in half and, using a piece of parchment paper, roll dough into logs about 1 1/2-in. thick and 16-in. long. Roll each log in 2 tbsp of the remaining coconut, lightly coating outside of dough. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 30 min.
Preheat oven to 350F .
Use parchment paper to line baking sheet. Unwrap dough and slice into 1/2-in. thick rounds and place on prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 in. apart.
Bake on middle rack of oven until firm, but not golden, about 12 min. Remove from oven, transfer cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely
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Beaucastel is situated on the east side of Châteauneuf near Courthézon. The Domaine is owned by François and Jean-Pierre Perrin and consists of 70 hectares made up of 30% Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, with the rest being planted with the appellation's ten other permitted grape varieties. In every way it sets itself apart from its local rivals; from an unusually low proportion of Grenache for today's average Châteauneuf-du-Pape producer, to the unique thermo-vinification process involving a short intense burst of heat during fermentation in order to aid extraction of colour and flavour from the grapes while killing harmful bacteria. These elements, and the Perrin's unwaivering determination for perfection, result in one of the Rhône's most complex and long lived wines.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, literally the Pope's new castle, (referring to move of the papal court to Avignon the the 1300s) is a large appellation in the Southern Rhône and is considered the birth place of the Appellation Contrôlee system. In 1923 Baron Le Roy of Ch Fortia had successfully established a strict set of rules for the production of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, including delimiting an area for wine production and setting a minimum alcoholic strength of 12.5%. Reds and whites are produced, but the former is the far bigger of the two. Both colours produce rich, full-bodied heady wines rarely below 14% alcohol, distinctly southern and warm in character. The wines can be aged for anything between 5 - 20 years, even longer for the reds, depending on the quality of the individual wine. Famously the wines, in both colours, should either be drunk in the first flush of their youth within a couple of years of the vintage or at a bare minimum of 10 years, in between going through an awkward adolescent phase. The sweetness and headiness of red Châteauneuf-du-Papes comes from thre Grenache grape, it makes wines of sweet fruit, high alcohol and light colour. This is the dominant variety. There are increasing amounts of Châteauneuf-du-Papes which are Grenache only. However the classic and most common version is a blend of up to 13 varieties, the main players being Grenache, Syrah (which lends colour complexity and finesse) and Mourvèdre (which also lends colour, complexity, tannic backbone and acidity). The other varieties include the decreasing Cinsault, Counoise - highly thought of for its acidity- and a number of white grapes that can also be blended into the red wines as well as being used for makings whites, the most important of these are Grenache Blanc, Bourboulenc, the excellent Clairette and Roussanne.The vineyard area extends over more than 3000 ha, the chief communes being Châteauneuf-du-Pape itself, Bédarrides, Courthézon, Orange, and Sorgues. The soils differ throughout the appellation from the classic large "Galet" stones which radiate heat to the low-trained old goblet vines, to varying degrees of clay, limestone and sand (the last of these can produce very sensual, silky wines the most famous of example of which would be Rayas.) Winemaking techniques vary from the traditional, all or part of the stalks included in the winemaking, fermentation and ageing in large old wooden foudres, to the more modern de-stalking, tank fermentation and new oak barriques maturation, or a blend of the two. The appellation is big therefore there are plenty of underperformers, however there is also, fortunately, an increasingly large selection of top class producers, including: Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe, Beaucastel, Clos des Papes, Barroche, Feraud et Fils, Mont-Redon, Domaine de Pegaü, Ch Rayas, St Prefert, and Font de Michelle. The best White Châteauneuf-du-Pape usually seems to have a high proportion of Clairette in it, though there is also an excellent single varietal Roussanne made by Beaucastel.
An unusual blend of the classic grape varieties indigenous to the Southern Rhone. Hommage a Jacques Perrin from Beaucastel is the most renowned example.
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A day at the Lawrence Hall of Science at U.C. Berkeley ended with a little girl in the ER after getting hit with an arrow.
A spokesperson at the center said an eight year old girl was playing on the whale replica in the vast entrance of the facility when an arrow cut into her leg. It was not immediately clear if it was a random or targeted attack.
The arrow was a crossbow arrow, according to investigators.
The little girl was treated at the scene and then taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital. Her injury is not considered life threatening, but the arrow was still in her leg when she was taken from the scene.
Doctors wbere able to surgically remove the arrow, but are keeping the child in the hospital overnight.
The girl was on a school trip at the science center.
Police Capt. Stephen Roderick told Bay City News investigators are trying to reconstruct the arrow's trajectory, a difficult task when "an arrow can travel 500 to 1,000 yards."
"She's a trooper," Roderick said. "Her mother is with her and she's doing fine."
The center is above the main Cal campus in the Berkeley hills. It's about a half a mile from Grizzly Peak Boulevard and is known for its views of the San Francisco Bay.
Police were reportedly checking nearby trails, parking lots and homes for any signs of a shooter. Police said it did not appear that the shooting was connected to any science or math experiments at the center.
The area around the life sized replica of a whale was cordoned off with yellow police tape, but the museum remained open during the investigation.
The Lawrence Hall of Science is UC Berkeley's public science center that focuses on science and math. It's website says it provides "parents, kids, and educators with opportunities to engage with science since 1968."
Anyone who might have information about the case is asked to call UC Berkeley police at (510) 642-6760.


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Kansascity.com: Planned Parenthood filed a lawsuit Thursday over a new Kansas law requiring doctors to inform women seeking abortions that they're ending the life of a "whole, separate, unique, living human being."
Planned Parenthood's clinic in the Kansas City suburb of Overland Park and its director, physician Orrin Moore, contend in the lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court that the law violates doctors' free speech rights guaranteed by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. They say the statement that an abortion terminates the life of a separate human being requires them to make "a misleading statement of philosophical and/or religious belief."
The new Kansas requirements take effect next month.
"It's called compelled speech, which is a violation of the First Amendment," Peter Brownlie, the Planned Parenthood chapter's president and chief executive officer, said during an interview. "The Legislature is attempting to force us to endorse the political views of the governor and his allies."
Republican Gov. Sam Brownback is a strong abortion opponent who's called publicly on legislators to create what he calls a culture of life in Kansas. Legislators approved the new requirements with large, bipartisan majorities in both chambers.
Planned Parenthood of Kansas and Mid-Missouri is also attacking a provision of the law that requires its website to link to a Kansas Department of Health and Environment site on abortion and fetal development. Planned Parenthood contends it is required to endorse the health department's message.
The lawsuit also challenges a requirement that abortion patients receive information that a fetus can feel pain by the 20th week following fertilization. Planned Parenthood contends that statement is misleading but noted in its lawsuit that "all or virtually all" of the patients terminating pregnancies at its clinic do so before the 20th week, making the information "irrelevant."
Mary Kay Culp, executive director of Kansans for Life, the most influential anti-abortion group at the Statehouse, said Planned Parenthood is attacking requirements aimed at strengthening a long-standing state law under which a doctor must obtain "informed consent" from a patient before terminating her pregnancy. Kansans for Life officials said the requirement is satisfied if a patient has access to the health department's information, whether a doctor criticizes it or contradicts it verbally.
"These laws are just so that there's an opportunity for women to know the facts outside the confines of these businesses. … It's nothing more than the state protecting its citizens," Culp said.
Brownlie said Moore and the clinic will ask a court to block the requirements from taking effect July 1 as planned. "A physician has the right to determine what information is relevant" in treating patients, said Brownlie. He also said the new law "undermines a woman's ability to trust her doctor."
But Troy Newman, president of the anti-abortion group Operation Rescue, accused Planned Parenthood of "trying to keep information from women." "I don't understand how it is a violation of the First Amendment when you are informing people, you are actually telling people what is going on," he said.
The new "informed consent" requirements were part of legislation that also will ban sex-selection abortions, block abortion providers from receiving tax breaks that other businesses and organizations receive, and prohibit them from being involved in public school sex-education classes.
The measure also included a declaration that life begins "at fertilization." Supporters saw that language as a statement of principle and not an outright abortion ban because it later notes that any rights suggested by the wording are limited by decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court protecting access to abortion.
Brownlie noted that the tax changes don't take effect until January. "We are still evaluating those provisions and will make a decision sometime in the future on challenging some of those," he added.
Planned Parenthood, doing their best to keep their abortion business alive and well.


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When multiple connections acquired by an application use the same JDBC resource, the connection pool provides connection sharing within the same transaction scope. For example, suppose Bean A starts a transaction and obtains a connection, then calls a method in Bean B. If Bean B acquires a connection to the same JDBC resource with the same sign-on information, and if Bean A completes the transaction, the connection can be shared.
Connections obtained through a resource are shared only if the resource reference declared by the J2EE component allows it to be shareable. This is specified in a component's deployment descriptor by setting the res-sharing-scope element to Shareable for the particular resource reference. To turn off connection sharing, set res-sharing-scope to Unshareable.
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A CDN (Content Delivery Network) is simply a network of data centers spread across the globe which serve static content to a user from the nearest available data center. Thus a request for a static file by a user in Australia
would be served from a nearby AsiaPac data center instead of the US (where the main site may to served from). This reduces the latency and therefore boosts performance.
A secondary factor boosting performance is that typically browsers can only open up 2 simultaneous connects to a host, therefore if your web page will require 20 file requests and all static files are on the same server the requests are
queued two at a time. If a CDN is used, the browser can open up more simultaneous file requests and so boost performance.
Which CDN ?
There are numerous CDNs to choose from, personally I use the Rackspace CloudFiles. Rackspace recently partnered with Akamai and so the CDN network is top notch – although the tools are quite weak. It is not possible to FTP a file
to a CDN but the FireUploader utility for Firefox is satisfactory (note that this had some issues with Firefox 4.0 when I tested it and as such I am still using it with Firefox 3.6).
I won't list all available CDN options as I have not tried that many, but I also had a good experience with MaxCDN, although their pricing structure is quite unusual and so you should carefully examine this to guage your costs.
One thing to note, Amazon's S3 storage solution is NOT a CDN. All files served from S3 are served from a single location and not from an array of data centers. Amazon does have a CDN offering – CloudFront, however I would not recommend this as it did not perform well in any of my testing. The Azure CDN offering had a similar performance to the CloudFront product in my experience and so I wouldn't recommend it.
How to Use a CDN
Using a CDN is very simple, just upload your static files to the CDN and then set the src attribute of the element (such as an <img> tag).
When a file is requested for the first time it will first be served from the central data center and then cached at the edge location (ie worldwide data center nearest to the requesting user). All subsequent requests will be served from the cache of the edge location until the TTL (Time To Live) value has expired. This can be a gotcha if you are updating the files. This typically happens a lot with css files. Therefore if you update your site's css file, then upload it to your CDN, site users around the worldwide may be served a cached version of the old file. To get around this you can specify version numbers for your css files, in this way each file is unique and when you push an update the CDN will request the new css file from the central store before caching it.
By way of example if you look at the source for this SharePoint article you will see that most of the static files are served from a CDN.


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Obama's challenges carry over to his second term
President Barack Obama confronts a daunting array of domestic and foreign policy challenges as he begins a second term amid a political climate so fractured that compromise has become all but impossible.
The country is not in economic freefall as it was when he was first elected. The war in Afghanistan is winding down. The U.S. role in Iraq is finished.
The country has stubbornly high unemployment. Depressed incomes. High gasoline prices. The government owes $14 trillion and the debt is climbing. The federal budget is a mess of temporary measures held together by short-term fixes always about to expire and plunge the government into crisis and the economy back into recession. There are fewer Americans on the battlefield in Afghanistan and Iraq and Osama bin Laden is dead, but al Qaida remains a threat, new governments in the Middle East may or may not be on America's side, and Iran still threatens to bedevil the U.S.
As Obama looks out on this second term, he also faces a different political landscape than the one that greeted him four years ago. Then, he swept easily into office on a wave of hope and optimism. Now, he had to struggle to convince the country to rehire him, and he must navigate a political system that, if possible, is even more polarized. This Congress, with an approval rating hovering around 11 percent, has been mocked as the least productive in six decades.
Obama immediately called congressional leaders to talk about the legislative agenda for the remainder of the year. In his acceptance speech early Wednesday, he pledged to work with members of both parties in his second term.
"In the coming weeks and months, I am looking forward to reaching out and working with leaders of both parties to meet the challenges we can only solve together: reducing our deficit; reforming our tax code; fixing our immigration system; freeing ourselves from foreign oil," he said. "We have more work to do."
But Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky. said in a statement that Obama must propose policies that will be acceptable to both parties.
"Now it's time for the president to propose solutions that actually have a chance of passing the Republican-controlled House of Representatives and a closely divided Senate, step up to the plate on the challenges of the moment, and deliver in a way that he did not in his first four years in office," McConnell said. "To the extent he wants to move to the political center, which is where the work gets done in a divided government, we'll be there to meet him halfway."
A political loner who has developed few relationships with lawmakers, Obama must try to forge agreements on major issues with Republicans who almost unanimously opposed his agenda in the first term and with Democrats who are looking for him to deliver on promises, such as climate change legislation, that he abandoned in his first term.
"The major challenge for any president is to build a consensus in the country and not just in Washington," said Ken Duberstein, chief of staff for President Ronald Reagan. "You have to build coalitions to win. Every presidency ultimately goes into a ditch, somehow and for some reason, and you have to have not only the people's trust but the members of Congress know you and trust you. That has not yet developed."
"The parties are as badly polarized and divided from one another as they have been for more than 100 years," said William Galston, a former adviser to President Bill Clinton and a scholar at the Brookings Institution. "Something between leadership and statesmanship is going to be required."
Even before Inauguration Day, Obama will be under enormous pressure to ward off looming tax increases and spending cuts that threaten to throw the nation into another recession.
Here's what Obama will confront:
SPENDING CUTS: A series of spending cuts are slated to take effect Jan. 2 as the result of a bipartisan deal struck last year to raise the nation's debt ceiling.
The first $110 million would kick in before a new Congress and president are sworn into office. Republicans and Democrats acknowledge that the cuts would be devastating, but they haven't been able to agree on what to do about them. Obama want some cuts combined with higher taxes on the wealthy. House Republicans oppose tax increases.
TAXES: Nearly every tax cut enacted in the last decade will expire at the end of the year. The $500 billion tax increase paid by Americans at all income levels would leave the average household paying $3,500 more, according to nonpartisan estimates.
Obama wants to extend all the tax cuts on individual incomes below $200,000 and household below $250,000 – and to let them expire for all incomes above that.
Republicans want to extend all the tax cuts – enacted under President George W. Bush and extended by Obama – through at least 2013.
ENTITLEMENTS: The nation's Social Security and Medicare programs are running out of money. Obama has said he's open to "modest modifications" to the programs, but he's not proposed a plan for long-term solvency for either. Meanwhile, some Republicans on Capitol Hill want to allow retirees to get a fixed annual payment from the government that they could use to buy traditional Medicare coverage or a private health insurance policy.
SYRIA: Washington is facing increasing pressure to play a bigger role in Syria's ongoing civil war. Obama has called for President Bashar Assad's ouster but has ruled out military intervention in the country. Analysts say that leaves the U.S. with limited options but considerable pressure to force Assad out – or the U.S. could to left with weakened influence in the oil-rich region.
IRAN: The country's quest for a nuclear weapon is likely to occupy much of Obama's foreign agenda as the U.S. tries a combination of economic sanctions, diplomacy and warnings. Obama has said economic sanctions are having an impact. He's said he reserves the right to use force as last resort to stop Iran, but he believes there is still time for diplomacy and sanctions.
ARAB SPRING: As in Libya, the tumult in the Muslim countries is likely to continue and experts say U.S. influence may be limited. Obama has said the U.S. should support the growth of new democracies while ensuring support for American counterterrorism efforts, making sure that Israel is protected, pushing for the protection of "religious minorities and women" and helping "the economic capabilities" of those nations.


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Jozy Altidore - F, Sunderland (England)
|Still only 19...and he looks and plays like that? My goodness. (BL) Joan Capdevila should have listened to him. (KB)
Carlos Bocanegra - D, Rangers (Scotland) on loan from Racing Santander (Spain)
|Keep him on the left for the rest of the qualifiers. (KB) Was a few steps slow in South Africa, hopefully because of the hammy, but either way he'll be there. (GM)
Michael Bradley - M, Roma (Italy)
|More important to the team than his father. (MA) I can deal with him being a little petulant as long as he makes plays. (AB)
Clint Dempsey - M/F, Fulham (England)
|Floated in a few games, but got his act together - he's a danger in the box. (RF) His big bronze ball says it all. (DS)
Landon Donovan - M/F, León (Mexico)
|Showed the world he was more than a spot kick taker. (AV) Is becoming Captain America right before our eyes...finally. (GM)
Tim Howard - GK, Everton (England)
|I'd take him over anyone else in the world right now. (BMH) When the US couldn't cope, he could. First name on the team sheet. (AV)
Oguchi Onyewu - D, Charlton Athletic (England)
|Dear Newcastle, enjoy the Championship for me. Sincerely, Gooch. (DS) The reason Spain didn't even try to send in any corner kicks. (AB)
Jay DeMerit - D, Watford (England)
|Confederations Cup shot his worth up, he can start packing. (RF) Did you watch David Villa get shut down by a guy that plays for Watford? (AV)
Charlie Davies - F, Randers FC (Denmark)
|How is it we needed to be almost eliminated for this guy to get a shot? (BL) Make sure you choose your destination wisely. (BMH)
Jonathan Spector - D, Hibernian (Scotland)
|We've got a new challenger to Cherundolo on the right side. (KB) Stay healthy and play is all he needs to do this upcoming season. (RF)
Brad Guzan - GK, Middlesbrough (England)
|Solidified his #2 spot against Egypt. (DS) Couldn't ask for a better backup. (GM)
Benny Feilhaber - M, New England Revolution (USA)
|Brings a composure that others lack. (AB) Has to have a good season before he's a lock. (GM)
Jermaine Jones - M, Schalke 04 (Germany)
|Lots of haters, but also lots of game. (AB) Clark and Kljestan, take a back seat to the starting DMid... (CW)
Jose Francisco Torres - M, Pachuca (Mexico)
|Paco in a Reyna role would have closed out Brazil. (CW) Does Bradley know he's on the bench? (KB)
Steve Cherundolo - D, Hannover 96 (Germany)
|The Gold Cup will be his place to shine as a leader. (RF) Let's not forget this guy is a really good right back. (BL)
Maurice Edu - M, Stoke City (England)
|With Jones in the fold, Mo becomes the backup. (CW) ... but he's going regardless. (DS)
Freddy Adu - M/F, KuPS (Finland)
|Gold Cup is his best chance to show he deserves some time. (BL) Find some playing time anywhere, even if it's the Luxembourg 4th division. (BMH)
Frankie Hejduk - D, Los Angeles Galaxy (USA)
|Dude stands up when needed. (MA) His energy and veteran leadership are indispensable. (DS)
Heath Pearce - D/M, ()
|Is still competing for the left back spot, but has to have a good season first. (GM) Heath's chances are running out in USA colors. (MA)
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|I can't see him starting in front of our new dynamic duo. Maybe he can mentor? (AB) Striker is the weakest position and so he gets it by default. (BMH)
Brian McBride - F, Chicago Fire (USA)
|Says he'd reconsider if approached? Ok, Bake, 'Will you play?' (CW) ...but does he still have the legs? (MA)
Danny Califf - D, Philadelphia Union (USA)
|Is ready to step in when needed, and is solid as they get. (GM) passed by DeMerit but still on the cusp. (DS)
Marcus Hahnemann - GK, Everton (England)
|Playing in the Premiership will help his cause. (AV) If Timmy got hurt, I'd put him in before Guzan. (BMH)
Conor Casey - The forward spots are completely up for grabs with the exception of Jozy. (GM)
Edgar Castillo - If he says he wants in, let him in! (BL) Could he solve the problem on the left? (KB)
Ricardo Clark - Bradley seems to love playing next to him, and vice versa. (GM) Given the chance due to injury and played okay. (RF)
Zak Whitbread - He's been overlooked too long. (MA) ...by the US. Premiership and Championship clubs are paying attention. (CW)
DaMarcus Beasley - I've about had it with him. Do work on the club level. (AV) ...or he'll be watching the World Cup on ESPN. (RF)
Jonathan Bornstein - This is what happens when you take a forward and try to make him defend. (CW)
Sacha Kljestan - Struggled mightily against quality opponents, his form is failing him. (RF) That hat trick versus Sweden is looking like a fluke. (AB)
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The Circular Well model displays the 2D energy eigenstates of a particle trapped in a very deep two-dimensional circular well. Because the Schrödinger equation for this system is separable into radial and angular differential equations, the solution can be expressed as a product of a Bessel function and and a complex exponential.
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