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If you've never heard of Chinese automaker BYD, get ready to be introduced.
BYD (short for Build Your Dreams) announced at the North American International Auto Show its plans to enter the U.S. market. And get this: The company hopes to do it this year.
If you're not laughing hard enough yet at the thought of a Chinese car company successfully entering the U.S. market, keep reading, because there's so much more!
The first car BYD wants to introduce is the e6, an electric crossover the company says is capable of going 0-60 in 14 seconds (hold on!) and reaching a top speed of 85 miles per hour. Sounds perfect for U.S. highways, no?
There's one more bit of news from the BYD camp that won't strike any fear in the hearts of Volkswagen and Toyota like it was probably meant to: The company hopes to become the world's largest automaker by 2025.
Sounds to me like BYD has seriously been building its own dreams, without giving much thought to reality. I can't speak to the quality of automobiles BYD builds, as I have never driven one, but I do know the reputation of Chinese car quality, and it's not good. For now, though, I can give BYD the benefit of the doubt about quality. This I know for sure: Entering the U.S. auto market is hard, especially with questionable quality and without a proven and reliable distribution network.
BYD says it has a third-party network in place, but there's no word on what that is. For all we know, it could be a deal to sell the e6 as a $5,000 Walmart or Costco novelty, which would probably give the cars a better chance than if they were sold through a conventional dealer network.
If BYD does manage to begin selling its cars here, I have a very hard time believing Americans will buy them in any meaningful numbers.
Can BYD become the best-selling car brand in the world by 2025? I say it will take that long just to get settled in the U.S. market.


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Fault-related clay authigenesis along the Moab Fault: Implications for calculations of fault rock composition and mechanical and hydrologic fault zone properties
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The presence of clays in fault rocks influences both the mechanical and hydrologic properties of clay-bearing faults, and therefore it is critical to understand the origin of clays in fault rocks and their distributions is of great importance for defining fundamental properties of faults in the shallow crust. Field mapping shows that layers of clay gouge and shale smear are common along the Moab Fault, from exposures with throws ranging from 10 to ???1000 m. Elemental analyses of four locations along the Moab Fault show that fault rocks are enriched in clays at R191 and Bartlett Wash, but that this clay enrichment occurred at different times and was associated with different fluids. Fault rocks at Corral and Courthouse Canyons show little difference in elemental composition from adjacent protolith, suggesting that formation of fault rocks at those locations is governed by mechanical processes. Friction tests show that these authigenic clays result in fault zone weakening, and potentially influence the style of failure along the fault (seismogenic vs. aseismic) and potentially influence the amount of fluid loss associated with coseismic dilation. Scanning electron microscopy shows that authigenesis promotes that continuity of slip surfaces, thereby enhancing seal capacity. The occurrence of the authigenesis, and its influence on the sealing properties of faults, highlights the importance of determining the processes that control this phenomenon. ?? 2010 Elsevier Ltd.
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From a Traditional to a Digital Mindset, and the Impact on IT
By Hubert Van Dalen, Chief Information Officer, Service Stream
Hubert Van Dalen, Chief Information Officer, Service Stream
When Hubert van Dalen joined Melbourne-headquartered Service Stream Q4 2014, the executive team singled out three key business priorities: revamping workforce management, work order management and project management.
After initially targeting just three business processes Service Stream, a key player in the construction & contracting industry aiming to be Australia's leading essential network services provider, chose strategically to adopt, not adapt IT solution to avoid customisation, and started the search for a enterprise-wide platform as a broader digital ecosystem, to enhance the quality of service delivery and bring competitive advantage.
However, as much as new Out Of the Box applications were needed to transform business processes, the need for IT agility was not going to come from solutions alone, a mindset change was required. A Digital mindset vs. the old traditional one to accelerate the enterprise into the 21st century.
The benefits of a Digital business transformation are enormous. Financially; a higher Stakeholder value of Business investments, and a portfolio of competitive products & Services. From a customer perspective; an agile response ability to changing business environment, and optimisation of service delivery cost. From an internal perspective; an optimisation of business process functionality, and higher operational and staff productivity. Last but not least from a growth perspective; better skilled and motivated resources. What is the flip side? A massive impact on IT
The IT Impact affects their IT Strategy, Culture, Talent, Technology, IT Philosophy, IT Project management methodology and the IT Business model.
The IT strategy in a traditional model is focused on efficiency, the best Return on Investment and the lowest Total Cost of Ownership.
An IT strategy focused on innovation affects the traditional IT culture. The traditional one is hierarchy based, with juniors and seniors in the ranks and clear accountabilities &responsibilities. The Digital mindset requires a collaboration based culture enabling agility; a high speed for change with standardization in mind. This collaboration culture is harder to achieve in an efficient (read: outsourced) environment, so the Digital transformation asks for small groups in (less) time zones and locations that collaborate well.
The new Digital mindset cultural change asks for different talent too. Were the traditional talent focus was on low cost, often achieved through outsourcing, is the new talent search for high skill, often multi-skilled. Remunerations are no longer based on years of experience, but on the ability to combine all skills quickly. Newer generations have grown up with that speed of information assembly, and can make big steps in reward & recognitions in a short timeframe.
Organisations in a traditional IT setting has legacy Technology, and is struggling to maintain them. The new Digital world is all about Cloud, mobile and apps. The expectations of the users are in line with their personal experiences on devices. These experiences have no concepts of data security, integration, long release/test cycles, it is instant.
As end-users in their personal live do not hear constantly the default "no" answer that they are used to in their corporate live they start to expect a default "yes" answer from their IT department. This different IT Philosophy requires a huge mindset change and a different approach to security, change management, release management, access controls, etc.
"The Digital Mindset Requires a Collaboration Based Culture Enabling Agility; a High Speed for Change with Standardisation in Mind"
Furthermore, the Digital transformation requires a high agility in the way IT manages projects,moving from the traditional waterfall to an iterative method (like agile). A rafter of pre-requisites have to be fulfilled to make that change successful; a) from fixed times (sprint duration), quality, and ideally resources and a variable scope, b) test scripts and test automation for short regression testing cycles, c) the project sponsor ensuring the team has appropriate funding and resources, d) the product owner extremely involved in the project as they are the most demanding role on a scrum team, e) agile development training and experiences for the project staff, and f) focussed teams who are not distracted by incidents or multiple (projects') development tasks.
Last but not least, the Business Model requires changes, from the traditional Service & Support focus to a Relationship & Partner model.
To complete the Digital mindset transformation these 7 elements: Strategy, Culture, Talent, Technology, IT Philosophy, IT Project management methodology and the IT Business model needs significant attention and its impact on IT might be harder to deal with than the roll out of a large business application.


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All the click-and-treaters are screaming about this guy, signing petitions and what-not. I haven't time to get into it this week, but since the rotten dog in question is a JRT, I thought you'd be interested
She supplied a link to this video.
I quickly ripped through the video (time is at a premium some days!) and though I disliked the presentation to both the dog and the audience, and I was not impressed with the experience of the trainer, I did not actually see anything too conceptually wrong.
[W]hat did this fellow do to the dog that has them all upset? He said NO to the dog, and the dog bit his shoe before the new idea of NO took over from the old idea that the dog had, which is that he could terrify at will. About par for the course. He did not claim space very well, and he did it all a bit too fast and with a bit more explosion than was needed (he might need to know how to go a lot slower and with lot less pressure with a larger dog), but it was not cruel and it worked.
... What's the summation of the clicker opposition? That he didn't train the dog to go somewhere else on command?
The trick to bowl guarding issues, of course, is to stop using bowls. That's what zoos do and what houndsmen do, and they are not nuts.
Gina emailed back and I think she got it right, but more on that later.
In truth I moved on to other issues. What did I care about some young fellow in the UK who was pushing things a bit too hard, and a bit too fast? That sort of thing happens all the time. For all I know, the bookers at The One Show do shoddy guest selection all the time.
Then, in my Google Reader, I spied a post from a smart lady who will remain nameless as I do not wish to embarrass her. She has been around dogs in a professional way for a long time, however, and she was opining about what sounded like the same video clip. I shot her an email and asked for a link to the clip, and for a specific autopsy on what the trainer was doing wrong (or right). After a bit of fumbling due to the BBC video driver not working in the U.S., it turned out this was the same clip Gina had sent me.
But guess what? My friend never answer the question as to what specifically this person in the clip was doing wrong. Hmmm... Would she put down her sniper rifle and come out from the tall grass and say what she thinks is specifically wrong here? I tried the question again:
Why don't YOU tell me what he did wrong.
First, tell me what is going on with the dog (what it is doing and why), and THEN tell me how to change this behavior using all three legs of operant conditioning... and then say what this fellow is doing wrong (or right).
Talk it out and be specific. There are a lot of ways of doing most things, but what is wrong (or right) with this method or the way this fellow is doing it?
Is violence being done to the dog?
Does the system not work?
Is the system right in this case, but it might be wrong in another?
Is the trainer's presentation the problem?
What I got back was troubling to me, as this person has spent better than 25 years in dogs and yet she wrote the following:
I'm not a behaviorist. The dog is resource guarding. This guy has just 'trained' the dog not to growl – which is dangerous as it will now probably just wait till there's a less scary person and just bite. In reality he just spent 3 hours encouraging the dog to bite his foot. I am no dog behavior expert, but I do know that showing someone repeatedly putting their foot into a snarling dog without even the simplest warning of not to try this at home is very dangerous.
Here was a person that could not use her eyes, and did not understand what she was seeing. I was rather amazed.
Watch the video clip for yourself. This fellow did NOT "encourage this dog to bite his foot."
This fellow simply put his shoe near the food bowl, and the dog attacked the foot again and again on its own.
And the result? The foot did not move away -- the dog got a different reaction than it had always gotten before, and because it got a different reaction, things slowly began to change in its mind. More on that in a minute, but I could not help but notice that the mail slot issue was not mentioned at all. Mail slots are not about "resource" guarding!
I wrote back:
Lets start with your first sentence: "I am not a behaviorist." That's a cop out. You have spent several decades boiled in the dog world, and there are only three legs to operant conditioning. If you do not know what they are, and cannot describe what is going on this video, then you have not read a pamphlet and have never trained a dog with ANY problems. Let's not stand in the weeds and snipe at people who have. If you do not know what is going on in this video, please do NOT write about it, as you are not qualified to judge an honest answer from a nonsense answer.
You say this fellow has just "trained this dog not to growl" which means (according to you) it will explode on someone else.
Nonsense. This bad behavior occurs in the house where these people [and this dog] live. It should NOT be tolerated, and getting rid of the behavior does not mean the dog explodes due to some sort of imagined bottled aggression, any more than getting your own kid to stop throwing screaming fits when it does not get its way will make it start building bombs in the basement.
.... To return to the video: What is going on in all three situations is the same thing. You should have started with that! If you had bothered to read the two posts I directed you to, you would know what the core problem is, and you would be able to talk about it in terms of classical operant conditioning. Sorry, but "food guarding" is not an explanation. That's a label, and it does NOT tell you why the dog is acting the way it is. And, to be clear, that is only one of three situations going on this video. In fact "food guarding" is simply a kind of aggression that is routinely reinforced, which is why it is so common. The other two actions in this video are also reinforced behaviors, in which the dog has trained the people quite successfully.
Please read this post on desensitizing dogs to stimulus.
Please read this post on extinguishing bad behavior.
Now, why have I directed you to these two posts? Because (a bit clumsily, and too rapidly, and without a very good explanation to the lay audience) this is what this young fellow is doing, and it is why it has WORKED.
Are there other ways to train out the bad behavior?
YES, but ALL of them are going to have to start with the fact that this dog has already been trained -- he has been trained to bite and growl. And who trained it? The people like you, and the arm chair commentators who seem to be shocked that a dog would bite, and who run screaming from a few teeth and a little growling!
After a bit more palaver about the notion of self-credentialing "experts" in the field of dog training, I noted that my friend has missed the two most obvious experts to interview about this trainer: the dog and the dog's owner!
But there is another expert here -- the OWNERS of these dogs. They used to have to walk around in boots, but apparently no more. Would you have simply walked around in boots forever like they did?
Now, to be clear, I DO have some small criticism of this kid -- both his presentation to the dog, and the television audience. More on that later if you care.
But did this kid beat the dog? NO.
And did the dog change its long-developed behavior? YES.
And was this achieved through the three legs of operant conditioning? YES.
If you missed these three points, you have missed the real story, and you have missed it because you are ignoring the two most important facts, and because you do not know or understand basic operant conditioning.
And "I am not a behaviorist" is NOT an excuse.
Now, to be clear, I am not thrilled with this young wanna-be TV dog trainer.
He is moving too fast with the dog and in life. He is presenting or suggesting expertise he does not yet have.
The BBC simply failed to get a better trainer, and there are a LOT of them out there -- no disagreement on that.
That said, watch the video. Violence is not being done to this dog. This dog is doing the violence, and in the end he stops because things change (albeit not as quietly or as quickly as they might have with a better trainer with better timing and a few more tricks up his sleeve).
So what's my point?
My point is this: When asked very bluntly to detail what is wrong with what is going on in this video, someone with a quarter of a century in dogs could not tell me. She did not know and she did not even bother to really look at the video tape! She could not describe what she was seeing (from the dog or the person) in terms of simple operant conditioning.
Instead of doing the "dog work" of actually looking at the video and narrating what was going on in the simplest terms of operant conditioning, she punted to adhominem attack, rumor mongering, and generalized tut-tutting. Among the charges: this 21-year old trainer is too young, too rich, and has no credentials.
I would agree with all those points, but guess what?
The dog does not care how old the kid is!
The dog does not care if this kid has a degree, or a piece of paper bought from a for-profit self-credentialing service.
The dog does not care if the BBC could have, or should have, gotten a better or more experienced trainer.
In the end, the dog simply dealt with what was put right in front of it.
And here's the interesting part: though what was put right in front of it was a bit clumsy and done too fast, and would be inappropriate for a larger dog, this kid did get change from this dog using classical operant conditioning and without any violence being done to the dog at all.
Funny how that little fact seems to have been missed!
Gina, of course did not miss it. She writes:
I think the biggest issue is that he made the [Cesar] Millan hissy noise. It provokes a Pavlovian response in the OC [operant conditioning] world.
I have a piece going live on the new site soon.
Victoria Stilwell has offered to fly home for free to "fix" the problem.
The dog, who was so "safe" before the family wore Wellies in the home, has now been rendered truly dangerous, apparently.
Right. Gina gets it right -- again. As for Victoria Stilwell, you can read about her solution for a biting dog here.


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Thursday, October 1, 2009
Bump Top Getting Multitouch Support
Hmmm. I continue to be unclear about Bump Top's concept. It's definitely a better way to do desktops, but I wonder how it works inside of applications. It seems like this is the sort of business that wants to get acquired, but by who?
At Apple or MS, it would wither from the Not Invented Here virus.
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Jonathan, i think it is a good start in trying to devise a uniform language for touch interfaces. We had similar issues for GUIs as well until they all fell in line ...ReplyDelete
The only problem with TUIs is that they are flat and have no texture ... with this drawback a lot has to be defined in terms of response and feedback ...
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5 Drew Brees
Sports stars have also shown a propensity to give back. New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees has made the city home base not just for football, but also for his charitable efforts. The former Super Bowl winner contributed to the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, and he and his wife donated $1 million to help in Hurricane Sandy cleanup in 2012. Through his own foundation, he also donated $2 million to New Orleans–based charities in 2012.
4 Mel Gibson
Despite ruffling feathers with controversial political, ethnic and religious comments on more than one occasion, Mel Gibson does put his money where his mouth is. The film producer, director and actor was third on the 2011 list by the The Giving Back Fund for his over $6.3 million in donations during the year to the Catholic church through the A.P. Reilly Foundation.
3 Lady Gaga
Entertainer Lady Gaga is a very vocal supporter of many nonprofit causes, which she often promotes in her music and performances. Gaga established the Born This Way Foundation with a $1.2 million donation. The nonprofit combats bullying and supports the LGBT community. Gaga also pledged $1 million in the Hurricane Sandy relief effort.
2 Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey has long been renowned for her generosity. Through her show, she regularly supported social causes and charities and surprised fans with gifts and financial support. Winfrey topped the 2010 list of top 30 celeb givers by The Giving Back Fund. This marked her third time atop the list, which is based solely on dollar amount and indicated that she donated a whopping $41.4 million to charities in 2010. Forty million went to her Chicago–based Oprah Winfrey Foundation to support educational programs and global programs for women and children.
1 Taylor Swift
Though she hasn't yet lived long enough to amass the fortunes of other celebs, country music star and actress Taylor Swift was named number one on the 2012 DoSomething.org list of most charitable celebrities. Among her most notable actions, Swift donated an incredible $4 million to the Country Music Hall of Fame, gave $50,000 to Boston's Horace Mann School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and co-chaired the National Education Association's "Read Across America" program.


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How to Make Your Own Hermit Crab Food
How To Make Your Own Hermit Crab Food
Hermit Crabs are scavengers by nature and they will eat almost anything. If you do feed your Hermit Crab commercial Hermit Crab food in pellets you want to read the label carefully to make sure the pellet Hermit Crab food you're thinking of feeding to your Hermit Crab does not contain copper sulfates. Look for a commercial Hermit Crab food that is copper sulfate free. If you can't find a commercial Hermit Crab food that says it's copper sulfate free then you need to make your own Hermit Crab Food. You want to be sure to always read labels carefully.
How To Make Your Own Hermit Crab Food
It's really easier than you might think to make your own Hermit Crab Food. Just feed your Hermit Crab as natural of food as possible choosing from the below list. Usually I make up a combination of these foods and feed it to them in a small bowl they can easily reach into.
1. Romaine Lettuce.
2. Egg Shells.
3. Red, Green, Yellow, Orange Bell Peppers.
4. Papaya.
5. Coconut.
6. Mango.
7. Oak Leaves.
8. Strawberries.
9. Blueberries.
10. Oak Bark.
11. Maple Leaves.
12. Cuttlebone
The Oak leaves and bell peppers are natural sources of beta carotene which will help to improve the color of your Hermit Crabs. Use only Oak leaves that are green and have not been treated or sprayed with insecticide.
Now what I usually do is keep 3-5 of these ingredients on hand at all times and I cut them up in very small pieces so the Hermit Crabs can very easily pick the pieces of food up and eat it. I can not stress enough. Keep the pieces of food very small. I give my Hermit Crabs a little bit of unwashed egg shells in about every other feeding. And they love them. Be sure that any type of food you give your Hermit Crab is all natural. If you have any doubt at all about anything not being good for your Hermit Crab don't give it to them. You want to avoid anything you think might have any type of insecticide used on it. Keep everything natural and you'll have happy and healthy Hermit Crabs.
Use a flat shallow dish for your Hermit Crab food dish. You should have the light over your Hermit Crab enclosure set on a automatic timer and 10 hours a day is enough time for it to be on. When the light goes off it's time to put the Hermit Crabs food dish with their food in it into the enclosure. Leave the food dish in the enclosure overnight and remove it and discard any uneaten food in the morning. This will help to ensure that you have happy healthy Hermit Crabs. Never leave the food dish in the Hermit Crab enclosure but over night. This means yes you should remove it every morning.
You should be sure to give your Hermit Crabs a calcium supplement and a carotene supplement on a regular basis. Buy it at your local health food store where you can carefully read the label. You want as natural a product as possible. You don't want a product with fillers or other additives.
I use the product advertised below to make salt water for my Hermit Crabs. It is a great product and it has always worked great for me. It is called Oceanic Natural Sea Salt Mix and it's a easy to use all natural product. A large container of it will last you for a very long time. Just keep any unused portion in a tightly covered container in a cool dry place.
It's important that your Hermit Crab enclosure have two small shallow ( 1/2 to 1 inch deep ) bowls in the Hermit Crab enclosure at all times. One should have fresh chlorine free water and one should have salt water. Be sure that you keep both dishes of water very clean at all times. And remember it's very important to use very shallow bowls that your Hermit Crabs can reach into easily but not fall in.
I use only bottled water to give my Hermit Crabs fresh water or to mix up their salt water. Never use water out of your tap. Any water that you give to your Hermit Crab must be chlorine free. I use homemade salt water water falls in my Hermit Crab enclosures to keep the humidity level at 70 - 80 percent in the Hermit Crab enclosure.
Other things you can try feeding to your Hermit Crab include very small pieces of fresh fish, apples, carrots, raisins, and grapes. In the wild Hermit Crabs feed on fish so feel free to offer them small bits of fresh fish as a treat from time to time. Feed them cuttlebone and egg shells and they will get much needed calcium naturally from these two items. I keep a large piece of cuttlebone in the Hermit Crab enclosure all the time and they are always feeding on it. I have it fastened to one of their climbing branches so they have to climb up to feed on it.
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Keep in mind that Hermit Crabs find their food two ways. They find it by themselves or they observe other Hermit Crabs feeding. Once a hungry Hermit Crab sees other Hermit Crabs feeding they will be quick to come see what the other crabs are eating.
Hermit Crabs Have Some Of The Basic Nutritional Needs As Humans
You should remember that just like humans Hermit Crabs need beta carotene, calcium and antioxidants. You need to check with your pet shop and buy both a calcium supplement and a beta carotene supplement for your Hermit Crabs. It's very important that your Hermit Crabs receive both calcium and beta carotene so they will be at their healthiest. If a Hermit Crab is not receiving enough beta carotene they will appear washed out and grey after they have moulted. You don't want this so be sure they get plenty of food containing beta carotene and a beta carotene supplement. Remember it is the brightly colored vegetables like bell peppers, carrots and corn that are high in beta carotene.
Naturally Grown And Dried Marigold Petals Are Great For Your Hermit Crabs
One real treat I give my Hermit Crabs are naturally raised and dried marigold petals. The Hermit Crabs love them and usually eat them up quickly. Just be sure that you raise the marigolds and that no insecticides are ever used on them. This is important so keep it in mind.
It may seem funny but the best diet for a Hermit Crab would be the diet your doctor would want you to eat if you would listen and eat only what your doctor told you. This includes nuts, meat, fish, fresh vegetables and fruits. Just never give your Hermit Crabs citrus fruits as it is not good for them. Hermit Crabs also love tannin rich foods like oak bark and oak leaves. Just be sure to wash any food you feed your Hermit Crabs under cold running water. No you don't use any soap.
Most people keeping Hermit Crabs will tell you that you don't need to purchase any commercial Hermit Crab food for your Hermit Crabs as long as you feed them a widely varied diet of human foods that would be good for you and of course are good for your crabs. Be sure to read the labels on any food you feed to your Hermit Crabs and be sure they do not contain ethoxyquin or copper sulfate. Both of these substances are bad for your Hermit Crabs and can kill them. As hard as it may be to believe some commercial pellet Hermit Crab foods often contain one or both of these substances. So be sure to read those labels.
Hermit Crabs Love A Wide Variety Of Foods
Your Hermit Crabs love a wide variety of foods and you should try to offer some or all of these foods to your Hermit Crabs both to keep them happy and healthy. Feed your crabs fruits they would find in the wild like mango's, coconut, and papaya. Feed them very small portions of these items.
You can really try almost any type of vegetable as long as you know it is pesticide and additive free. My big suggestion here is to keep their vegetables raw. Don't feed them cooked vegetables. Salt with iodine can kill your Hermit Crabs so keep this in mind. Don't feed them anything containing salt with iodine. Again read the label.
I sometimes boil pork neck bones or ox tails and feed my Hermit Crabs some of both. Boil the meat on the bone only in bottled water and don't put anything on the meat. Hermit Crabs love to pick meat off bones and sometimes I even see them chewing on bones. Bones are a great source of calcium which is something Hermit Crabs need and why their should be a cuttlebone in their enclosure for them to chew and feed on. Most Hermit Crabs also love shrimp. Boil the shrimp in bottled water and give the crabs the shrimp in the shell. I bet you they will quickly pull it apart and eat it. You'll also find they love brine shrimp. But be sure to wash the brine shrimp off with water before you give it to your Hermit Crabs.
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Mr. Dear joined the firm in September, 2006, after serving the State of Texas for five years as an Assistant District Attorney. He practices civil and criminal litigation. He is a seasoned trial lawyer, having tried over 80 cases to verdict. He represents clients involved in litigation in commercial, financial, real estate, and media related lawsuits.
In criminal matters, Mr. Dear provides a strong and zealous defense for those citizens accused of crimes at the trial and appellate levels. As an Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Dear prosecuted the most serious of crimes including several murder cases - some of which garnered local and national media coverage. One such case involving a defendant charged in the murder of her father, a prominent business owner in West Columbia, Texas, was featured on the A&E Network real-crime television show City Confidential in the episode "West Columbia: Killing Cousins."
Published Cases
- Graham v. State
- Cross v. State
- Barrios v. State
- Heathcock v. State
- Matthews v. State
- Texas Tech University School of Law , Doctor of Jurisprudence, 2001
- Regent's Scholarship Recipient
- George W. and Sarah H. Dupree Award Recipient
- Board of Barristers
- 2001 Advanced Moot Court Champion
- 2001 Advanced Mock Trial Finalist
- Syracuse University , B.S., magna cum laude, Finance, Accounting, Managerial
- Law & Public Policy, 1998
- Chancellor's Scholarship Recipient
- Student Government Vice President and University Senator
- 1995 Syracuse University College Bowl Team
- Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity
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The bird tattoos are quite popular among men and women alike.
Bird stand for liberty of the mind and soul. They also have had an intrinsic role to play in any legend or culture and therefore birds are regarded highly. Bird tattoos symbolize the triumph of good over evil. Also, a lot of people out there will get a bird tattoo that has a symbolic meaning to them. Typically, a bird tattoo on someone represents that they are a truly free spirited person that knows no bounds. They feel as if they have no limits and feel as if they are proud.
In some countries birds are known to stand for negative things. If you want to get a bird tattoo for yourself make sure that you go through several designs and also the legends that is associated with that particular bird. The bird that you have chosen for your tattoo must suit your personality and you should want to relish it on your body forever. Of course, if you are a bird lover or own a bird yourself, you could get a tattoo of your bird or a tattoo that represents that specific breed. Either way, the choice is yours to make.
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- Small Bird Tattoos
- Dove Bird Tattoos
- Simple Bird Tattoos
- Bird Tattoos for Men
- Tweety Bird Tattoos
- Swallow Bird Tattoos
- Tribal Bird Tattoos
- Phoenix Bird Tattoos
- Bird Tattoos for Women
- Bird Tattoos for Girls
- Raven Bird Tattoos
- Celtic Bird Tattoo
- HummingBird Tattoos
- Bird Feather Tattoos
- Love Birds Tattoos
- Angry Birds Tattoo
- Bird Tattoos on Shoulder
Small Bird Tattoos
Get small birds in flight tattooed on you to express freedom.
Silhouettes Of Birds
Cluster of black birds of varied sizes tattooed over back.
Arm Birds Tattoo
Matching tattoo done by a couple featuring small black birds on forearm.
Small Bird Tattoo
Small flying birds silhouette tattooed on forearm and wrist.
Flock Of Birds Tattoo
Beautiful flock of black birds with tender feather on forearm.
Free Bird
Little black birds flying alongside a dandelion plant on foot.
Dove Bird Tattoos
Dove has always been a favorite for it spreads the message of peace and love.
Dove Tattoos
Matching dove tattoos on side body, one also has a peace symbol tattooed above it.
Dove Tattoos
Dove On Leg
Artful black dove piece on leg in amazing dark shade work.
Peace Dove Greek
Beautiful dove flying out from a tree of life with a Greek word meaning, "Peace' inked on back.
Love And Peace
Little flying dove carrying a little twig in its beak, with a small red heart.
Dove Hands Peace Tattoo
Awesome design of hands setting free a dove to spread the message of peace.
Simple Bird Tattoos
Birds make beautiful tattoo designs as you can incorporate lovely colors and deep quotes with a bird tattoo.
Little Bird
Colorful bird with a long feather tail, holding a flower in her beak.
Love Tattoo
Frame of a signing bird on a tree with a music note piece.
Redo Bird
Colorful swallow bird carrying a beaded rosary with Cross.
Cool Bird
Awesome color rendition on this macaw tattoo.
Freehand Color Bird
Gorgeous and sleek hummingbird tattoo done with lovely colors and wavy effect.
Bird Tattoos for Men
Guys are no behind at sporting birds on their body. Here are five design ideas for bird tattoos for men.
Devil Bird
Cute baby swallow bird with mystery in its eyes, done with stars, waves and bright colors.
Two Birds
Two birds in two different colors tattooed on sleeve.
Peacock Tattoo
Amazing peacocks with a scary snake wrapped around it, placed between two dragons.
Skully Bird
Gothic chest piece that features a black skeletal bird.
Liver Bird
The Liver Bird of Liverpool Football Club on arm tattoo.
Tweety Bird Tattoos
Cute little yellow Tweety is very popular among tattoo enthusiasts. Below are adorable examples of Tweety bird tattoos.
Tweety Bird
Small Tweety bird tattoo inked on leg.
Tweety Bird Tattoo
Baseball champ Tweety in black outline style with the bat and ball.
Cool Tweety Bird
Cute and neatly done Tweety in bright colors tattooed on back.
Sweet Tweety Bird
Gorgeous Tweety with angel wings and a halo over her head.
Daphne Tweety
Fashionista Tweety with long eye lashes inked on her upper back.
Swallow Bird Tattoos
Swallow bird represents love and peace and is usually done in lovely vibrant colors. However, one may get in nice dark shade work.
My Swallow
Large swallow bird flying, done with awesome color scheme and clean details.
Shoulder Swallow
Nice swallow bird in dark shade work tattooed on shoulder.
Foot Swallows
Little swallows in colors tattooed on feet.
Cute Swallow
Adorable baby swallow bird tattoo done in nice black outline style.
Chest Swallow Birds
Two swallow birds in bright colors on each end of the collar-bone.
Tribal Bird Tattoos
Tribal art can be considered as the origin of tattooing. People love sporting tribal designs for their artistic value and mythological significance.
Tribal Bird Tattoo
It's the New Zealand bird in tribal pattern inked on the ribcage.
Paradise Flower With Tribal
The bird of paradise in tribal style with a colorful flower.
Tribal Fire Bird
Large tribal fire bird in intricate details and style.
Tribal Fire Bird
Tribal Bird Tattoo With Flames
Tribal bird symbol with wings spread open, surrounded by flames.
Tribal Bird Tattoo With Flames
Tribal Bird Of Paradise
Great looking tribal bird with wings, looking fantastic on upper back.
Phoenix Bird Tattoos
Phoenix bird holds great cultural significance in China and Egypt. It is popular as a tattoo for its great look, colors and as a symbol of rebirth.
Phoenix Tattoo
Large tribal phoenix design with meticulous details, tattooed on upper back.
Phoenix Bird Tattoo
Woman sporting her exotic phoenix piece in bold colors and wonderful details.
Phoenix Bird Tattoo
Flying Phoenix
Gorgeous phoenix, flying with its wings spread opened, on upper back.
Colorful Phoenix
Vibrant bird of paradise in unique design, tattooed to express belief in rebirth.
Bird Of Paradise
Large phoenix bird on the ribs, done in dark shading and clean details.
Bird Tattoos for Women
Women can relate to birds when expressing their tenderness, their free spirit and their belief in love and peace, which birds are known to symbolize.
Cool Redo Bird
Messenger of love and peace, Swallow bird with a beaded rosary Cross.
Free Bird Tattoo
Free birds on the wires, which happen to represent the family members of the wearer.
Free Bird Tattoo
Cute Shoulder Birds
Cute three birds of different colors tattooed on her shoulder.
Side Tattoo
Beautiful blue bird on a leafy twig expressing happiness.
Hip Tattoo
Awesome black bird with flowers tattooed on hip.
Bird Tattoos for Girls
Check out lovely girly bird tattoo designs in this assortment below.
Humming Bird Tattoo
Colorful hummingbird with beautiful floral pattern in the background.
Blooming Plum Flowers
Pretty red bird sitting on a twig of a plum-tree.
Pretty Bird
It's a Cardinal, the state bird of Virginia.
Liver Bird
Liver bird design for the fans of the Liverpool Football club.
Sandpiper Bird Tattoo
Cute Sandpiper birdie on her leg. The species are usually found near the beaches.
Raven Bird Tattoos
Another beautiful tattoo treat inspired from nature. Here are inspirational raven bird tattoos.
Raven Tattoo
Large raven crow silhouette tattooed on the upper back.
Dark Raven Tattoo
Lonely raven crow silhouette inked on the chest with that petrifying piercing.
Raven And Dove
Unique combination of a small raven crow and dove.
Raven Face
Superb details rendered on this raven head tattoo.
Nordic Raven Tattoo
Cool raven crows done simple and clean lines.
Celtic Bird Tattoo
The section features wonderful Celtic bird tattoo designs to give you standout ideas.
Stone Celtic Bird
Celtic piece featuring bird wings with two little dragons.
Celtic Bird Splatter
Tribal Celtic eagle with red blood-like splatter effect in the background.
Back Celtic Bird
Cool black tribal bird tattooed on upper back.
Celtic Birds
Two birds woven in Celtic pattern, representing two kids of the wearer.
My First Tattoo
Beautiful Celtic bird done in fabulous shade work, tattooed on the arm.
HummingBird Tattoos
Pretty looking hummingbird tattoos are very popular for their intriguing significance in American Indian folklore and mythology.
Humming Bird
Lovely piece rendered with a colorful hummingbird along with a very pretty floral background.
Busy Hummingbird
Little hummingbird with a beautiful flowers and names.
Cute Hummingbird
Cute little hummingbird with a gorgeous lily.
Free Hummingbird Tattoo
Divine baby hummingbird in vibrant colors, with sparkling stars.
Cool Hummingbird Tattoo
Cool hummingbird in hippy colors and beautiful red flowers.
Bird Feather Tattoos
Feathers look pretty awesome for their meticulous details of the strands and colors.
Peacock Feather
Glossy peacock feather, looking pretty realistic with crisp details and colors.
Feather And Birds Tattoo
Awesome tattoo featuring a tattered feather with a flock of flying birds.
Feather Tattoo
Tender and sweet feather tattoo inked on shoulder.
Birds Feather
Lovely wet feather with beautiful details tattooed on wrist.
Peacock Feather
Nice colorful peacock feather wrapped around the wrist.
Love Birds Tattoos
The section could interest lot many love birds as it features very pretty love bird tattoos.
Cherry Tree Branch
Black love birds spending quality time on a twig of a cherry blossom tree.
Love Birds
Lovely pair of birds resting on one another sitting on a tree.
Love Birds Tattoo
Pink and blue swallow birds making a heart, with heart lock and its key.
Lovebirds Tattoo
Pair of parrots making love on a green leafy tree twig.
Chest Piece Final
Beautiful chest piece featuring swallow birds carrying a scroll.
Angry Birds Tattoo
Pick cool ideas from these pictures of Angry Bird tattoos listed below.
Zombie Angry Bird
Funky zombie version of Angry Bird tattooed on leg.
Hand Angry Bird
Colorful Angry Bird face inked on hand.
Hand Angry Bird
Angry Bird Fist
Show your enthusiasm for the game by sporting a cool Angry Bird tattoo on hand.
Teague Tattoo
Kids showing off their temporary Angry Bird fists.
Black Angry Bird
Small Angry Bird bomb fitted into a Star Wars tattoo piece.
Bird Tattoos on Shoulder
The final section shows you how bird pieces can look fabulous on shoulder.
Bird Tattoo
Pretty black birds inked across the shoulders and upper back with a soft pink birdie in the centre.
Red Tailed Hawk
Spectacular hark tattooed on his shoulder with amazing color scheme and intricate details.
Little Bird On Shoulder
Small hummingbird with a flower and a star, done in cute colors.
Tree Tattoo With Birds
Awesome tree burning into flames with scattered and scared off birds.
Dandelion Tattoo
Flock of birds with dandelion and a quote in red.
Wow! Now that is a huge list of some amazing bird tattoos. As I stated above, there are various reasons as to why people will get a bird tattoo. It's your body, so the decision is completely up to you as to whether or not you get a bird tattoo. Just make sure that the tattoo means something to you and it doesn't matter what anyone else thinks. If you want more information on tattoos, you can check out some of the topics below.
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Words by Tim Boreham
Photography is so saturated with iphone posts and canon DSLR's that I sometimes find the art getting lost and blurred in a world where I am not sure if I love it or hate it. I am finding it harder to be impressed and form an opinion, I scare myself with how cynical I can become. Sometimes however, when I am at my lowest, my most cynical, most annoyingly negative, I come across something special that reminds me why photography is such a beautiful medium that can choose to get to the point but is just as powerful when it does not. This is when I found photographer Mike Brodie.
I have always been drawn to freight trains and used to visit some of the freight train yards on the east coast of Australia being amazed by these diesel beasts that slept overnight in the yards before taking off across the country on adventures I was always jealous of. We would trek into the yards at sunrise via stormwater drains that led you out of suburbia sneaking past the shipping yards with barking Rottweilers and lazy security far more concerned about shutting the dogs up than investigating the shadows the dogs were so keen on. After walking for kilometres in that grey light before sunrise the drains eventually morphed into unkempt bushland, which then turned into this strange no-mans land. This huge empty rugged space with long grass and service roads zigzagging through it was always eerie and exciting. In the distance were poor excuses for a fence, and beyond that lay the sleeping giants. Freight trains lined up mostly empty of cargo waiting for an engine to link up and pull them out. While they waited they formed four or five rows of kilometre long snakes that sat on the unused lines weaving up around a bend often out of sight. We would spend the morning in the yard taking photos and exploring as if we were in a life size Thomas the tank engine set climbing between the graffiti covered coal carriages until the sun got high enough to be a threat. We would then sneak out through no mans land where the bush would morph into stormwater drains and arrive back in suburbia, watching as people walked their dogs and kids rode their bikes far more interested in their routine than us, climbing out of the drains covered in dirt clearly not a part of the Sunday morning running club.
In my early twenties I would read books that told romanticised stories of people who actually rode these trains from town to town, hopping off to work on farms earning a few dollars then jumping back on the cross country conveyor belt to whatever destinations lay ahead. I visited the yards a few more times but never could imagine stowing away in the dirty freight carriages trapped until the train decided to slow down enough for you to jump. I began to learn that what I labelled as trapped many in the past saw as the ultimate freedom. Riding these trains went beyond a mode of transport, it was a rebellious way of living, a necessity for some, a mindless escape for others, but there were hundreds of thousands in America especially, that chose or fell into this hard but rewarding lifestyle.
It was sometime in the late 19th century that Americans started hopping the freight trains as a way of looking for work in different towns across America, it was around this time after the civil war that terms like hobo and tramp were being thrown around to describe this generation of train hoppers. In the late 1930s during the depression freight train hopping became increasingly popular as what was mostly men at the time, attempted to find prosper in other towns, if it didn't work out they could simply hop back on the freights and try again. As the trend grew through the 1930's and 1940s an amazing set of rules and graffiti sign language became part of the growing culture of travelling tramps. Characters like T-Bone Slim, Jack Black, Roadhog, Smokin' Joe, Mongoose Maddie, Matokie Slaughter, Bozo Texino and North Bank Fred emerged along with the constant villain in the scene known as 'old bull' (train security). Riding freight trains became a rich tradition full of its own rules and etiquette, tree markings on the edge of towns signalling friendly towns and job opportunities.
As the original hobos and tramps grew older and could no longer hop the trains they disappeared into American folklore and with them I thought the adventures had all but stopped. I knew there were a handful of stories that people were still hopping the odd train but as far as my youthful adventurer self was concerned that was a tale that had been told. Years later after my obsession with freight trains and hobos had somewhat slinked to the back of my mind I stumbled across an amazing photograph of two youths riding in a brand new steel open top freight train carriage. I couldn't believe what I was seeing, the photo was so stunning it could have been a professionally lit catalogue shot for some ultra cool brand, but it wasn't. It was photo documentation of a real moment that had taken place in a country landscape somewhere. The carriage was too new and modern to be a distant memory. It had to be within the last twenty years. This is when I discovered Mike Brodie a photographer who blurs the often-pretentious line between fine art photography and photojournalism. These are photos seen through an amazing eye capturing a time that is clearly far from gone bringing back to life all the stories told by famous poets and novelists in stunning yet often confronting images.
Brodie at the age of 17 hopped a train close to his home in Pensacola, Florida with a destination in mind, however he ended up in Jacksonville, Florida. After a few days Brodie hopped a train home and unknowingly sparked what would be a ten-year relationship with freight trains. Brodie found a Polaroid camera on the back sear of a friends car and starting taking pictures of his travels, whether it be hitchhiking, walking or riding freights. When Polaroid film became too expensive he switched to a $150 Nikon 35mm film camera and continued taking thousands of photos over a ten-year period travelling tens thousands of miles capturing a part of American life, which is evidently still there. Brodie's work captures a youthful abandonment that is rarely as confronting and beautiful as the stories he is telling. The ability to get close and tell this amazing story shows access to a world many are unaware of; his photos are candid and very personal. It's almost as if he has handed over his life in photographs, complete with ex-girlfriends, adventure, danger, blood, desperation, joy and sadness.
Word got out about Mike Brodie's work, "I got internet famous. I deleted my website and stopped taking photos and went back to school and became a diesel mechanic. I quit being a diesel mechanic, but I learned how locomotives work. I started taking photos again." And it's this kind of humble response to photography that only adds to Brodie's honest and human approach evident in his work. Mike Brodie has documented a movement and way of life that he has found himself deeply entwined in, the culture he was documenting has now become his own story.
All images from the series A Period Of Juvenile Prosperity 2006-2009 © Mike Brodie, Courtesy of the artist, M+B Gallery / Yossi Milo Gallery


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Welcome! This site was started up to provide you with in-depth reviews on triathlon equipment with a strong emphasis on wetsuits as well as all the latest news and information from the sport we all love.
Whether you are just starting out in this demanding sport or are a seasoned triathlete with numerous races under your belt the importance of having the right gear for your training sessions and the race day itself cannot be overestimated. For this reason we decided to setup this website to help you find the right kit for your needs and get all the information you need to make an informed choice before handing over your hard earned cash as let's face it, some of the triathlon equipment on sale isn't cheap!
If you want to dive straight into the list of best-selling triathlon wetsuits then visit this page now.
Initially this site started life as a purely triathlon wetsuit review website but overtime it has increased in scope to encompass other aspects of the sport and the stuff you need to take part in it. You can see the origin of the site in its domain name (www.triathlonwetsuit.org.uk) and in the logo and structure of the site but as new topics and categories have been added to the site over time I have tried to give them equal exposure
Triathlon News: this is a new section I have recently begun work on. Although there are many great websites out there focused on delivering news about the sport I thought it would be a nice addition to this website and might go some way to increase the exposure this often overlooked sport gets. So far I've been looking at recent competitions and events and hope to start adding profiles and features on prominent triathletes in the near future. If you want to have a look at some of my picks from the latest developments in the sport, then head over to the triathlon news section for a quick peek.
Triathlon Club Directory: this is another relatively new section that has been added to the site. My plan is to get a list going of all the triathlon clubs in the UK and perhaps a few from abroad too. I'm planning to do a little write up on each one so will be adding a new club each week which means I don't plan to have this finished any time soon as it turns out there are many triathlon clubs in the UK! You can view the home page for the directory here and if you want to see your club featured on this site just drop me a line via the contact page.
Triathlete Profiles: in this section we will be taking a closer look at some of the top triathletes competing today in the United Kingdom and from around the world. We also plan to feature local triathletes so if you fancy getting your name up on this website and helping to bring some more attention to the sport and any races you are taking part in we would like to hear from you. The triathlete profiles start off with British number one Alistair Brownlee and you can view them on this page.
Triathlon Bikes: shortly after setting up this website I had to delve into the marketplace again as I was on the hunt for a triathlon bike. Like wetsuits there are quite a lot of different makes and models on offer and most of them come with very hefty price tags. I did quite a bit of research before making my purchase so though I'd add my notes to this site in case they are useful to anyone else shopping for a triathlon bike. If you are interested in getting a purpose built bike for your next triathlon then I recommend you visit the triathlon bikes home page on this site as it is a good jumping off point on your quest to find the right one for you.
Triathlon Shorts: I'm sure you will agree that this sport isn't the cheapest to get started in, mainly because it combines three different disciplines each with their own gear, but for that reason you should be pleased to hear that triathlon shorts, which are one of the most essential items on list of equipment that you need, are probably the lowest priced of the lot. If you are in the market for a new pair of these shorts then have a read of our triathlon shorts buyers guide for some points of what to look for and information on the different types available.
The Mailing List: the site has recently incorporated an email mailing list to allow our friends to keep up to date with the new products on the market and any important developments in the sport. If you give us your email you will get infrequent messages from us with great information and all the latest news on deals and sales that are being held by retailers of triathlon equipment. If you don't want to miss out on the bargains and money-off discounts then sign up today!
Triathlon Wetsuit goes Social: another new development for this project is the social media presence (for want of a better word). Facebook and Google + pages have been setup so we can interact with our visitors in a more fun way but I should warn you we are still finding our feet on these platforms so things are a bit quiet from our end at the moment. Our Facebook page only has about 100 likes – feel free to give us a like so we don't look like Billy No Mates! Don't even ask about our Google + page, were not sure what it's for either! Check them out here:
We want to hear from you: if you've bought any triathlon or related equipment recently we'd love to hear from you and get your opinon on it. It doesn't just have to be a wetsuit, it could be a bike, a tri suit, a pair of goggles or even an some exercise equipment. Anything that has helped (or hindered) your progression in this sport is of interest to us. Please also get in touch if:
- You would like your triathlon club listed on this site
- Want us to raise awareness for an event
- Would like your profile featured on our forthcoming 'triathletes' section
- Want to share a review of a product you have bought or tried out
Whatever reason you want to get in touch please visit the contact page for details of the the myriad of ways you can track us down on the internet.


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Ferriere à Paris, Case No. 10246, 39 mm, 47 g, circa 1800
An extraordinary double-sided gold and enamel verge pocket watch with calendar
Case: 18k gold. Dial: enamel. Movm.: full plate movement, keywind, firegilt, brass balance.
The back of this delicate pocket watch shows a fine engine-turned pattern with translucent coffee-coloured enamelling. The front has a peripheral enamel dial and is decorated with polychrome enamel painting on light green ground – a beautiful contrast to the enamel dial on the back with the days of the week and the date.
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Once again, I was visiting New York, a city that has amazed me since childhood, when family vacations to visit Pennsylvania relatives sometimes included a couple of days in Manhattan.
During my most recent visit, strolling along Broadway in Midtown one weekday afternoon, I couldn't help noticing a Fire Department ambulance hopelessly stalled in gridlock on a side street, siren blaring, emergency lights flashing.
"Wait a second," I told my companion, "this could be interesting."
Quickly, a middle-aged man in a business suit emerged from the sidewalk crowd and walked onto Broadway. Upon reaching the center of the signalized intersection, he set his briefcase at his feet. His arms now free, he signaled Broadway traffic to a halt in both directions.
Now heeding his direction, not the red light, drivers quickly cleared the side street, opening the intersection for the emergency vehicle. The ambulance turned left and proceeded up Broadway. The anonymous good Samaritan retrieved his briefcase, exited the intersection and walked off.
I felt like we bystanders should have applauded his decisive action which, who knows, may have helped save a life.
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Today I'd like to welcome Courtney Farrell, author of "ENHANCED" to The Thursday Interview. Before we get started, a quick intro!
Courtney Farrell is a biologist who turned her love of books into a career as an author. She has written fourteen nonfiction books for young people, mostly on social and environmental topics. The first two books in her science fiction/romance series Enhanced were nominated for the 2015 BTS E-Mag Red Carpet Awards in the YA division. Courtney lives with her husband and sons on a Colorado ranch where they enjoy a menagerie of horses, dogs, cats, and chickens.
1. Would you break the law to save a loved one? Why?
Absolutely. Here, I'm interpreting "save" to mean save his life, not save him from something like a traffic ticket. But sure. I would do anything to protect my loved ones, including breaking the law. Got that, NSA? Add that bit to my file. J
2. What is the difference between being alive and truly living?
Lots of people are alive without truly living. Settling for less than they want. Trapped in boring, safe jobs and boring, safe relationships. Truly living can be frightening. What if we risk it all and lose? What if we do our art but the critics pan our work? I figure it's better to try than to have regrets. Losing is part of the game, after all.
3. What motivates you to write?
It's a really cool way to get paid for daydreaming.
4. Why do humans want children?
Besides the obvious instinctive motive, I guess everyone wants someone to love. Plus, kids are fun. If you have them, you have a perfect excuse for playing on the playground, sitting on the floor with toys, or showing up at work with coffee all over your shirt.
5. What was the biggest challenge in creating your book ENHANCED?
I never outlined it before I started, which was admittedly stupid, but Enhanced was my first novel. I had no idea what I was doing. The story started to wander, and I had to rewrite the second half. That was a lot of work, but it was worth it, because BTS E-Mag nominated it for the Red Carpet Awards! Now I'm on my fourth novel. I try to have some idea of where I'm going before I sit down to write.
6. What is the most important thing you have learned in life so far?
Everything that happens in life is a lesson, and if you fail, you'll just get the lesson repeated in another form. As Ram Dass says, it's a heavy curriculum.
7. How did you come up with the title ENHANCED?
The original title was Only the Left Eye Cries, which I love, but my original publisher felt it was too long for a book cover. So I changed it just in time to see a bunch of bestsellers with long names hit the market.
8. How do you handle personal criticism?
I take coaching quite well, so if the criticism is constructive – like from a member of my critique group – I just say thank you and absorb what I can. Nasty criticism in the form of a personal attack is different. Those trolls are usually miserable people who hope to build themselves up by cutting others down. I try to ignore them.
9. Why should people read your book?
Enhanced is fun and entertaining, but it also offers some commentary on social issues. Science is moving fast. What if you could give your child the best genes money could buy? Would you? What if you couldn't afford it, and others could? How would your kid compete?
10. Why is there something rather than nothing?
Because there is magic in the world, spinning energy into matter and creating all manner of wonders.
Thank you Courtney for taking the time to answer my questions & the best of luck with your new book!
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At the Institute, they breed people like livestock. One powerful doctor decides which children get to grow up, and which will die. Losers are dumped in the savage slum outside Institute walls. Those kids never come back. Sixteen-year-old Michelle is a perfect specimen, destined for a luxurious life as a breeder. When her brother and her boyfriend are both mysteriously culled from the breeding program, she jumps the wall to find them. Alone in the ghetto, she's in trouble until handsome, streetwise Dillon stakes a claim to her. She's mortified by her attraction to a Normal. But the doctor is using the missing boys in a twisted experiment, and she needs Dillon's help to stop him. Michelle must rescue the boys, but a plague is spreading, the doctor is after her, and Dillon isn't thrilled to help find her lost boyfriend.


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3. Run SetupOnce your files have uploaded, use a web browser to load the setup.php page at your web site. For instance, if you uploaded the files to your web root, you would load the file by going to http://yourdomain.com/setup.php. Of course, you would change the domain to your actual domain name. The setup script will help you create your database and all the necessary folders the CMS will need. See Manual Installation Instructions for help troubleshooting problems with the setup script (not yet available). Once the database is built and the folders are installed, setup will then guide you to a page where you can create your administrative user account and customize information about your site. See Configuration Settings documentation for additional help with this process (not yet available).
4. Log-inOnce you have created your first user account you can then log-in to CMS by going to the log-in form and using your new username and password. Once you have logged in you will be taken to your user page and prompted to give additional details about yourself for your user account. You will also be prompted to "Add a Listing" to begin the process of creating your first document.
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Listening Is A Skill Students Lack Because We Don't Teach It. Let's!
We are taught to read and write in school, but not educated on how to listen. Not really. Not deliberately.
We're constantly told to listen, but we're not shown how to do it. I wonder how often and how many teachers assume students know how to listen but just choose not to?
However the (non) listening problem is deeper than students just choosing not to listen. Sure enough some do, but many just don't know how to listen, because schools don't treat listening as a teachable skill. As a result the listening skill of many students and later adults is poorly developed.
Fortunately, listening can be improved with a little know how and practice.
This is what this post is about.
There are two ways I recently learned about but upon closer examination they're essentially the same. It makes sense as the elements of good listening are the same regardless of who, what, and where.
I recently listened to a podcast featuring Julian Treasure, a positive noise expert who has delivered a couple of Ted Talks including 5 Ways to Listen Better.
Listening As A Skill
Our personal and professional success depends on how well we can absorb, connect, and apply information and how well we can connect with and understand others. Thus, listening is an essential skill at school, work, and in relationships.
On this podcast, Julian Treasure used the acronym RASA, which stands for Receive, Appreciate, Summarize, and Ask to explain how to develop the listening skill.
Receiving is all about listening 100% without doing anything else. This involves single tasking, focusing on the speaker's verbal and non-verbal cues, and maintaining eye contact.
To appreciate is to consciously put value on what the other person is saying and setting the intention to learn from him or her. If you tell your mind This is good stuff! it will be and you will benefit.
Summarizing involves taking the other person's words and restating the key points using your own so it's easier to recall and use the information later. This can be done in your head or on paper.
Asking questions during the conversation or presentation helps understanding and keeps you engaged with the speaker. Asking follow up questions helps with retention of content and furthers understanding and the ability to use the information properly.
Listening Is A Conscious Activity
Listening is a conscious activity, but most people do not see it as such. Often, we just approach it as something that happens to us and so we miss the point. We are distracted, multitask, and fail to connect to the speaker and the information she conveys. Just think of all the times you had a conversation with a friend or a loved one while browsing on your phone or tablet.
This is why it's important to teach listening as a skill and as an active endeavor. It is important for our students to become conscious of the fact that they are doing something when they are listening. Listening is not a passive thing that happens to them. Let's tell them that and teach them to listen with intention. Then, let's allow them to practice and become better at it.
I wrote an article about this in the past and while in it I use an acronym HEAR to teach active listening the information leads to the same outcome: Developing the Active Listening Skill.
But whether you use RASA or HEAR or something else doesn't matter. What matters is that we teach our kids to listen well.
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Paris as we all know is the long-time home to game-changing painters, photographers, sculptors and authors. But with the digital media age, new types of creative roles are emerging. The blogger is joining the ranks as a colossal force influencing communications, media and culture, while community management is a fast-growing profession that involves nurturing branded online communities as well as many other social media marketing and research activities. On the Social Media for the CEO Blog Talk Radio, Friday July 15th, we'll take some time to speak with 2 ex-pats, both very active on the social media scene in Paris. Hear from internationally-versed social observer Lindsay McCallum sharing expat insight on worldwide marketing via her 'Girl Meets Whirl' blog. We'll also speak with James Medd who recently organized the highly successful Social Media Day in Paris. Originally from the UK, James is also an experienced community manager and Social Media Marketing Manager contributing to Emailvision's social media presence, product development and marketing operations. Join us by calling into +1 (347) 850-8614 to listen or to ask a question on air. Or you can Tweet your questions and comments to @LinkedInQueen or @SocialMediaDel using #SM4CEO.
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I'm trying to email a SharePoint Group from within aWorkflow, built in Visual Studio. Simply passing thegroup name into the "To" property doesn't work.Anyone have any suggestions?
Just an idea, maybe you can use sharepoint Object Model to find outthe members of the sharepoint group, then add each member's email tothe To property.
Yeah, that's the route I'm taking for now. I'm findthe SharePoint object model to be more complicatedthan I anticipated.
The WorkflowContext has a property named Web that references the webcontaining the list that is associated with the workflow. Using theSPWeb object, you can get group members. Below is sample code to listmembers of a group. HTH.string url = args[0];string groupName = args[1];using (SPSite site = new SPSite(url)){using (SPWeb web = site.OpenWeb()){SPGroup group = web.Groups[groupName];Console.WriteLine(String.Format("Users in group '{0}' in site'{1}'", group.Name, url));foreach (SPUser user in group.Users){Console.WriteLine(String.Format("{0}\t{1}", user.Name,user.Email));}}}
Erm, in my honest opinion, you can just use JungleMail like I do. Besides that what you seek it has many more useful features. There is a trial which is fully functional at enovapoint.com/junglemail/sharepoint-group-email/ . I think this might sort your problem out.


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EXETER — Senior prom tickets: $75 apiece. Getting your hair and nails done: $68. Getting your dress from the new dress exchange at Exeter High School: priceless, literally.
EXETER — Senior prom tickets: $75 apiece. Getting your hair and nails done: $68. Getting your dress from the new dress exchange at Exeter High School: priceless, literally.
It was students who came up with the name Promenade, but teachers spawned the original idea as a way for young women at Exeter High School to get new-to-them prom dresses in exchange for something they already had. Exeter High School English teacher Kate Wheeler-Smith was speaking with some of her fellow teacher friends about how expensive the prom is getting these days when they got to talking about how to defray some of those costs.
"Initially we thought it would be primarily limited to just the students who were financially-strapped, but we got so many dresses that we decided to open it up to everyone," Wheeler-Smith said. "It costs a lot to go to the prom these days, it doesn't matter who you are."
The cause had somewhere in the vicinity of 50 dresses originally, gathered from closets and shops around the area, but when Wheeler-Smith brought the idea to Assistant Superintendent Laura Nelson, it got off and running, "And some of the things she brought are really scrumptious," Wheeler-Smith said.
Nelson contacted the New Hampshire nonprofit Faith, Hope and Love Foundation which holds an event every year called Gowns for Girls, similar to what EHS is trying to do. They donated 150 dresses to the school, so Nelson drove up to the Lakes Region, stuffed her car with as many dresses as she could fit and brought them back to Exeter. "We just want to provide a special experience for their prom," Nelson said.
And for people who don't have a dress they would like to part with in exchange for a dress to wear to the prom, Nelson said students can bring in canned goods to donate to a local food pantry or clothes for the local shelter.
In addition to the dresses, the group of teachers including Catherine Nichols, Carol Dawson and Wheeler-Smith is raising money to defray the cost of tuxes for the men heading out to the prom. They are raising money through a raffle.
For a $1 ticket, students can get prizes donated by local businesses amounting to $700. Those include dinner at Pimentos for two, a senior portrait package from William Conley Images, hair styling from 6 Degrees in Portsmouth, flowers and corsage from Polly's in Exeter and two prom tickets for both the senior and junior proms.
Students attending both the senior and junior proms will have three days in May to pick out a dress from the selection. Until then, the school will be accepting further donations of dresses, handbags, shoes, or anything else a prom-going teen could need. One area the school said they could use more of is plus-size dresses.
The school will also be storing any dresses not taken for next year, so Nelson said "We will be happy to add to the collection if anyone after the prom wants to donate the dresses they wear."
Wheeler-Smith has been doing her part to add to the selection, shopping at local consignment shops for deals. "I've made some great buys and I can't wear them," she laughed. "I don't have a date for either prom."
The "store" is open May 4, 5 and 10 at Exeter High School from 3 to 8 p.m.


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Rare Convergence #1: Two Stadium Double Header
Growing up in a two-team city, I learned pretty early on that the two teams rarely if ever had home games on the same day. How did I learn this? I had the idea I could go to a Cubs game and a Sox game in the same day! Then I scoured the respective schedules and found that they were never home on the same day. Sure, it would happen every now and then, but to a kid it might as well have been never.
Then I moved to the Bay Area, another two-team metropolitan area. Same story. Except a couple of years ago my office went to an A's game during the day and I realized that the Giants were in in town playing a home game that night! I dreamed of attending two games on the same day in two different cities! Where else could you do that?
But I didn't do it that day, because I was tired and I knew it would be freezing-ass cold at the Giants game that night and I didn't want to deal with that.
Then this year, looking at the Cubs/Giants schedule, I happened to notice that the Cubs and Giants were set to play a day game at AT&T Park on June 4 with the A's to play the Rangers that night at the Coliseum! So I bought tickets to both. My dream would become a reality!
GAME 1: Cubs vs. Giants (box score)
I know a lot of Giants fans, and yes AT&T Park is pretty. My problem with it is this: A game there is a commercialized attack on your senses. Every exposed square inch of that stadium has an ad on it, and every second of that game is sponsored by someone. Now I realize they financed the stadium privately and need to make all that money back through advertisements, but it's still little too much for me, especially considering I spent my formative baseball years at the relatively ad-free environment of Wrigely Field. But it goes beyond ads. There's never any downtime at a Giants game. They fill every moment with some sort of pre-recorded cheer blasted over the loudspeaker. There can be silence at a baseball game. Really. It's ok. It makes it easier for people to chat.
GAME 2: Rangers vs. A's (box score)
We never bothered going to our actual seats, but found some nice ones in the Plaza Level and set up camp. The A's exploded for an 8 run second inning and sailed on through the rest of the game. Pitcher Jarrod Parker walked a few batters, but had a no-hitter going through the end of the seventh inning! I've seen a no-hitter once. I saw Bud Smith of the Cardinals no hit the Padres in 2003 (box score). Heading into those last three innings, it starts getting really intense. We'd definitely hit that point. Unfortunately Michael Young led off the inning with an up-the-middle single. Parker only faced two more batters in the inning, however, getting a pop-fly and a double play to end the inning. A reliever came in to pitch the ninth.
Rare Convergence #2: Summer Solstice and Root Beer Float Day
The Root Beer Float portion of the festivities were before the game and awesome. I got an Orange Float as I do not like Root Beer Floats. We wandered around. Saw David Justice & Terry Stienbach scooping ice cream as well as an entire line-up of players wives, girlfriends, and one player mom. It was really fun, and Diana bought an old surplus Ryan Sweeney jersey for $5!
We sat in a section with a lot of Dodgers fans, but they didn't have much to cheer about as the A's came from behind for a 4 to 1 win (box score).


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Well, it's been a year of W10. Where are we at with Microsoft's OS?
From my observations, it works quite well, if you bought a new machine, or
have only approved hardware (HCL). If you are using older programs,
they might disappear on you, or just stop working. Drivers? Same there as well.
Again, if you bought a W10 pc pre-built, and running fairly current software,
W10 will run along just fine, doing what it does. Just be smart and get excellent
Anti-Virus/Anti-Malware utilities (BitDefender, Avira, MaywareBytes).
How about the Cortana Search tool and data mining?
Cortana is the built-in search tool for W10. By default, Cortana still records
everything you type and say (if you have a mike installed), "for telemetry" data.
Or, to include targeted advertising to just about every part of your OS,
including the start menu. There has not been a known, public breach of the data
that we know of.
In conclusion, if you are like me and still using an older OS (W7, 8, 8.1) and are looking at W10
- be prepared to upgrade or replace your software.
- Shop around for cloud storage (including in home)
If you are not "married" to windows based programs,
value your privacy, independence and security,
I strongly suggest:
- MintLinux
- CentOS
- RedHat
- Scientific
That's my 2 cents worth.


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USC's Camille LeNoir Selected In WNBA Draft
April 9, 2009
USC senior point guard Camille LeNoir earned a second-round selection in today's 2009 WNBA Draft, chosen by the Washington Mystics as the 23rd pick overall. LeNoir becomes the eighth Trojan to be selected in the WNBA Draft and the third to go in the second round.
Entering this year's draft, USC has had 11 athletes go on to play in the WNBA, seven of whom were selected in the draft. Two athletes were chosen as members of the 1997 Inaugural Elite Selection - Cynthia Cooper and Lisa Leslie. The last Trojan to be drafted was second-round pick Shay Murphy in 2007. Coincidentally, Murphy is now on the Washington Mystics roster, so the two Women of Troy will have the chance to play on the same floor once again. Murphy and LeNoir entered USC a year apart, but a season-ending hip injury sidelined LeNoir for what would have been her junior season and what was Murphy's senior season in 2006-07.
LeNoir completed her USC playing career just last month with an outstanding senior season in which she started 30 games and played in all 32 and led the Trojans in scoring with 13.2 points per game. Named to All-Pac-10 Second Team and to the Pac-10 All-Tournament Team, LeNoir averaged 16 points and 5.5 assists during the Pac-10 Tournament. She joined elite company early in her senior season when she broke the 1,000- point mark on Nov. 16, 2008 at the Wolfpack Invitational in Raleigh, N.C. She went on to move up to No. 13 all-time by the end of the season with 1,396 career points. LeNoir also passed up Trojan greats Cynthia Cooper and Cheryl Miller in career assists list with 466, including a new career-high 9 assists vs. Stanford (3/1/09), and took over No. 3 all-time in career 3-pointers (154). Named Pac-10 Player of the Week on Feb. 9, 2009, LeNoir also had a season-high 25 points in USC's upset of California on March 14 in the Pac-10 Tournament semifinals. She hit double figures in 23 games and led USC in scoring in 11 games, finishing the season ranked No. 10 in the conference in scoring, No. 3 in 3FG% (.396), No. 4 in assists (3.9 apg) and No. 7 in steals (1.6 spg).
In her USC career, LeNoir served up an average of 11.4 points, 3.8 assists, 1.5 steals, 2.4 rebounds and 25.1 minutes per game. She is No. 13 all-time in scoring with 1,396 career points and is No. 3 in career 3-pointers (154) and in assists (466). She is one of 21 Women of Troy to reach the 1,000-point mark. LeNoir opened her USC career by earning All-Freshman Honorable Mention in 2004-05 and went on to gather All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention as a sophomore in 2005-06 before having to redshirt the next year due to a hip injury. As a redshirt junior, LeNoir was picked to the All-Pac-10 Third Team. In her senior year, LeNoir followed up her 2009 All-Pac-10 Second Team selection with Pac-10 All-Academic honorable mention. LeNoir will be graduating with a major in sociology and a minor in business entrepreneurship.
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Bridges of Paris by Michael Saint James
Citron Bay Press, May 2015
(Enter Contest Below: Win one of 15 print copies of Bridges of Paris. (Open Internationally) Ends May 16)
Description (from amazon.com)
Bridges of Paris is a large-format photography book with over 350 original color images which casts new illumination on the City of Light. The 37 bridges over the Seine River emerge as beautiful, historic destinations rather than unnoticed thoroughfares. The book features stunning portraits of each bridge as well as intimate riverside moments. Once you've experienced this river tour, you will never see Paris the same way again. Living as a Parisian for a year, author Michael Saint James left his American lifestyle and spent his days and nights capturing images from over, on, beside and under the bridges of Paris. With over 30 years experience as a photographer, educator and world traveler, Michael immersed himself in French culture to search out his authentic artist self. The result is a visual treasure to share with everyone.
My Review (5 Stars: Loved it!)
I am very happy to have this amazing hardcover book, Bridges of Paris by Michael Saint James for review and to offer a giveaway contest (via iRead Book Tours). This is a beautiful, large ( 14″ x 9.5″, 280 page) color photographic collection featuring the 37 bridges that cross the Seine River in Paris. An integral part of these photographs are the surrounding landscapes, tourists and Parisians.
During his one year sojourn to Paris, author, Michael Saint James, captures multiple images of each bridge along with life in Paris. As Parisian culture is enchanting, so is this book.
Each bridge has a page or two with interesting descriptions about the bridge, it's history & geography and a helpful aerial map showing location.
I've never been to Paris, but feel this book gives a true sense of beauty and life in the city. Each bridge is featured with multiple color photographs over several pages, so you see multiple view points. Most of the photos are on full sized pages, which are stunning. (Below are two examples.)
Bridges of Paris is divided into four sections, Island Bridges, Palace Bridges, Downriver Bridges and Upriver Bridges. This gives a good sense of the geography. I had no idea there were so many bridges.
This list that I've created is not all inclusive, but if you are interested in any of these categories, this book is for you.
- Paris
- Architecture
- Bridge Design & Construction
- Photography
- Art
- History
- Geography
- Travel
- Education
- People
- Parisian Culture
- Research
- France
Bridges of Paris would also be an excellent gift or coffee table book.
Click here for a link to the book trailer.
Below, from the author's website, are links to some (not all) additional images.
I would like to thank the author, Michael Saint James, iRead Book Tours and the publisher Citron Bay Press for providing me with Bridges of Paris, free of charge, for review.
Giveaway (Prizes)
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Links to 37 featured bridges (from the author's website)
Which Bridge is Your Favorite? "Paris has over 350 bridges, just 37 cross the Seine River. Each of these bridges represents a joining place between two unique neighborhoods. Each has a special beauty. Each has its place in history. Experience the bridges of Paris as destinations rather than unnoticed thoroughfares. Find your own favorite bridge. Take the time to let it reveal its beauty to you. You'll never see Paris the same again."
About the author (from iRead Book Tours)
Michael Saint James' artistic pursuits include award-winning book design, film editing, and sound recording, as well as his first love, photography. Saint James is a world traveler, having visited more than 50 countries – doing everything from photographing penguins in Antarctica to trekking the Himalayas.As an educator with California teaching credentials, he has taught media production and technology arts as well as photography, art history and visual storytelling. He is an expert speaker on Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. Indeed, he walked in Vincent Van Gogh's footsteps through the Netherlands, Belgium, and France in order to immerse himself in that troubled master's vision.The father of two grown children, Saint James once owned a café in Berkeley, California. He has bicycled from Las Vegas to Washington, D.C. and is rumored to play a mean blues harmonica.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book (ARC), Bridges of Paris by Michael Saint James, free from publisher, Citron Bay Press and iReadBookTours. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
If you would like to read more about Bridges of Paris, click here for a list of other tour stops.


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Litigation Release No. 22754 / July 22, 2013
Securities and Exchange Commission v. Robert D. Ramnarine, Civil Action No. 2:12-cv-04837 (D.N.J.)
Former Bristol-Myers Executive Agrees to Settle Insider Trading Charges
The Securities and Exchange Commission announced today that the Honorable Susan D. Wigenton of the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey entered a judgment approving a $324,777 settlement between the Commission and Robert D. Ramnarine, a former executive at Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., in a case that arose from allegations of insider trading in the securities of three companies that Bristol had targeted for acquisitions between 2010 and 2012.
In its action against Ramnarine, SEC v. Robert D. Ramnarine, 2:12-cv-04837 (D.N.J.), filed on August 2, 2012, the Commission alleged that Ramnarine, a former executive in Bristol's treasury department, misappropriated material nonpublic information relating to Bristol's involvement in evaluating possible acquisitions of ZymoGenetics, Inc., Pharmasset, Inc. and Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and then traded in stock options of these potential target companies' securities in personal brokerage accounts. Prior to buying Pharmasset call options, the Commission alleged that Ramnarine sought to conceal his unlawful conduct by conducting internet research, using his Bristol computer, to determine whether his option trading would be detected by regulators. In particular, the Commission alleged that Ramnarine ran internet searches using Bristol's computer network for phrases including "can stock option be traced to purchaser," "how to detect can stock option be traced to purchase inside trading," and "illegal insider trading options trace." According to the Commission's complaint, Ramnarine realized ill-gotten gains of at least $311,361 by trading stock options of ZymoGenetics, Pharmasset and Amylin in advance of announcements that those companies would be acquired.
The judgment entered in the Commission's action permanently enjoins Ramnarine from violating Section 17(a) of the Securities Act of 1933 and Sections 10(b) and (14)(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and Rules 10b-5 and 14e-3 thereunder, and permanently enjoins Ramnarine from acting as an officer or director of any issuer that has any class of securities registered pursuant to Section 12 of the Exchange Act. The judgment also requires Ramnarine to disgorge $311,361, plus prejudgment interest of $13,061, and requires that funds in a brokerage account controlled by Ramnarine that were frozen by previous order of the Court be transferred to the Commission. Pursuant to the judgment, the Commission may later move the Court to impose a civil penalty against Ramnarine.
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey filed a parallel criminal action against Ramnarine on August 1, 2012 based on the same facts, U.S. v. Ramnarine, 3:13-cr-00387 (D.N.J.), and on June 10, 2013, Ramnarine pleaded guilty to securities fraud before the Honorable Anne E. Thompson of the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. Sentencing is scheduled for September 26, 2013.
The Commission acknowledges the assistance of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Options Regulatory Surveillance Authority.
The Commission's investigation was conducted by Market Abuse Unit staff Paul T. Chryssikos, Senior Counsel, and John S. Rymas, Investigator, in the Philadelphia Regional Office. Daniel M. Hawke, Chief of the Market Abuse Unit, supervised the investigation. Regional Trial Counsel, G. Jeffrey Boujoukos and Senior Trial Counsel, John V. Donnelly, handled the litigation.


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"The act of sabotage at Kilometer 78 (48 miles East of Sanaa) suspended the entire national power and energy grid, including at Marib's gas plant, and cut power in all provinces," a ministry spokesman was quoted by the defense ministry news website 26sep.net as saying, AFP reported.
State news agency Saba quoted a spokesman as saying that power lines in Marib had come under attack twice.
Technical teams repaired the lines after the first assault before gunmen sabotaged them a second time and prevented technicians from fixing them again.
Tuesday's attack was the third of its kind this month, Saba said.
Attacks on power lines in Yemen are common and are often launched by heavily armed tribesmen as a lever to press for the release of jailed relatives or to support other demands.
Marib is also a stronghold of Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), seen by the United States as the extremist network's deadliest franchise, which has been targeted by an army offensive since April 29.
The absence of reliable electricity supplies further complicates the lives of Yemenis, who already suffer water and food shortages.
Sanaa residents have also faced severe fuel shortages for weeks, with motorists having to queue for hours at petrol stations.


text: LG E900 / Optimus 7. That ain't enough for you? Boy Genius Report claims it's heard from a source that the LG C900 will hit the scene as Pacific, and if that sounds familiar, we kindly point your attention to a Pocket-lint piece from late July where Microsoft product manager Greg Sullivan namedropped a LG Pacific without elaborating. One and the same? Tired of waiting on Windows Phone 7 devices? Us too -- one day at a time.