text:
Peony epitomizes sophisticated contemporary fashion with feminine edginess. Its design inspiration embodies a fresh look and spirit featuring original prints in premium quality fabrics. You can dress Peony leggings up or down, pairing them with a fashionable mixed media top to let your personal sense of style flourish. "Peony" - a name stemming from the flower's beautiful, romantic appeal - is perfectly suited for today's versatile lifestyle: luxuriously chic, athletic and modern.
Career OpportunitiesClick here
to become part of our fashion family.
Licensing Opportunities
To explore licensing opportunites please contact


text:
Last Chance to Fill Out Your Bracket in Our Million Dollar Bracket Challenge!
There are three more weeks of college basketball games but only one more day to fill out your bracket in our Million Dollar Bracket Challenge.
Make your picks and fill out your bracket before noon EST Thursday for a chance at a million bucks!
If you correctly predict 60 or more games, you win $10,000. If you correctly predict every game in the bracket, you win a $1 million!
Additionally, you'll score a pair of season tickets to the Yakima Valley Pippins Baseball Club's Inaugural Expansion season!

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Manufacturer will provide maintenance, repair, and operations services
Graybar recently announced that it has won a two-year contract renewal with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) valued at $51.8 million. Under the contract, the company will provide maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies and related services to the U.S. military and federal civilian agencies in the DLA South Central region.
This is the second DLA contract renewal for the company this year, and it includes provisions for eight one-year extensions. It's one of six companies that competed for the contract and was the incumbent contract holder for this region. The company has been serving the DLA South Central region since 1998.
Hide comments


text:
YRBSS monitors six types of health-risk behaviors that contribute to the leading causes of death and disability among youth and adults.
More >
Protective factors are individual or environmental characteristics, conditions, or behaviors that reduce the effects of stressful life events.
Schools and other youth-serving organizations can help young people adopt lifelong attitudes and behaviors that support their health and well-being.
CDC supports state, territorial, and local agencies and tribal governments to help strengthen their capacity to improve child and adolescent health.


text:
Art, Theatre, English, Reading, Special Ed and Creativity!
While growing up, and as an adult, I have worked with children and adults of many ability and disability levels. My parents adopted 14 special needs children with various disabilities, and as the oldest daughter, I was there to assist them in... read more
3,482 hours tutoring


text:
We are again at an election crossroads in which many voters are seeking "change." That's what this editorial is about-an opportunity to consider how changes by federal and state lawmakers impact you, the auto enthusiast. From emissions to auto equipment standards, the government is making decisions about your current and future car.
We're all aware of the legal difficulties in owning and driving a customized ride. All gearheads feel the heat of law enforcement whose mission of "To serve and protect" seems to add the tag line of "from the automotive enthusiast" in matters pertaining to us-but none so much as the driver of a modified import. Ever been pulled over for rolling too low or sporting an exhaust that's too loud? Ever had your car impounded on suspicion of a stolen engine or missing emissions equipment, simply because there's no way for you to immediately prove the contrary? This month, our friends at SEMA's SEMA Action Network (SAN) address several points of vehicle legality you need to know.
How Loud is Too Loud?
Imagine driving down the road and getting popped for the modified exhaust on your tuned M3. Now imagine sitting on the shoulder, receiving the citation while a stock Ferrari flies past on full afterburner. This is the scene being played on state highways across the country, the result of poorly drafted or ineffective state laws and regulations. The laws on the books in these states frequently cite the manufacturer's specifications or a factory installed muffler as the basis on which vehicle exhaust noise is measured.
On this topic, states can generally be divided into two major categories: states with noise standards and states without noise standards. Most states that have sound specifications choose to measure a vehicle's noise by decibels. States that have quantifiable noise standards on the books are shaded red in the map above. These standards often go unenforced. One reason these regulations are not enforced is that they are based on an in-use standard - exhaust noise is measured while a vehicle is in motion on the highway.
Other states choose not to specify a quantifiable noise standard. These states are shown in yellow in the map above. Typical language in these states' statutes includes prohibitions on "excessive or unusual noise" from a vehicle's exhaust system. While most motorists believe that exhaust systems should not be used in a way that causes overly loud or objectionable noise, these vague provisions fail to provide a clear and objective standard for those seeking more durable exhaust systems that enhance a vehicle's appearance and increase performance.
Language that effectively limits the use of aftermarket exhausts can be found amongst both yellow and red states. Such language includes sentences such as "no person shall modify the exhaust system of a motor vehicle in any manner which will amplify or increase the noise or sound emitted louder than that emitted by the muffler originally installed on the vehicle." While such language does not specifically prohibit all modification, it does not provide any means of measuring whether a vehicle has been acceptably modified. Such language also negatively affects the aftermarket industry by placing the noise limit authority in the hands of the OEMs and ignores the fact that aftermarket exhaust systems are designed to make vehicles run more efficiently without increasing emissions.
Green on the map identifies the three states that have enacted SEMA model legislation to provide enthusiasts and law enforcement officials with a fair and enforceable alternative. The model legislation establishes a 95-decibel exhaust noise limit based on an industry standard adopted by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).
Previous California law allowed modifications so long as the noise levels did not exceed the 95 decibel limit. However, the roadside enforcement of this limit was chaotic, leading to subjective, selective and improper enforcement.
Enforcement of the previous law and regulations in California, for example, resulted in many drivers being pulled over by state and local police and cited for improper modified exhaust systems despite having what they believed to be legal aftermarket exhausts. To prove our a point (and educate itself ourselves) about the widespread improper enforcement of the previous California exhaust law, SEMA conducted a series of exhaust noise tests in early April of 2001. First, we contacted California SEMA Action Network members to see how many folks had received citations for excessive or modified exhaust. We were surprised and dismayed to learn how many fit the category. We (SEMA) then invited them to have their cars tested to see if they actually complied with California law. Finally, we hired a board-certified acoustical engineer to do and did the testing according to the standards set out in California law. Long story short, of the cars we tested only one exceeded the 95db legal level.
To remedy this problem, in 2002 SEMA helped enact a new enforcement procedure in California through its model bill. The new law forces compliance with an objectively measured standard in a fair and predictable test. Through this procedure, motorists who drive vehicles legally equipped with modified exhaust systems can confirm that they comply with California's exhaust noise standard. The California Bureau of Automotive Repair began operation of the motor vehicle exhaust noise-testing program in 2003. The law also allows courts to dismiss citations for exhaust systems that have been tested and for which a certificate of compliance has been issued. Under the program, the 40 Smog Check stations statewide that provide referee functions are performing the test. These referee stations are issuing certificates of compliance for vehicles when tests of their exhaust systems demonstrate that they emit no more than 95-decibels, under the SAE test procedure.
Engine Swaps
Hobbyists frequently ask about the rules governing engine switching in project vehicles. First of all, those engaged in engine switching activities are bound by specific state laws that may vary from state to state. Your State may make you jump through hoops, though. Take California, which has its own unique engine-switching laws. The Bureau of Automotive Repair's (BAR) website stipulates that any engine switching must not change or degrade the effectiveness of a vehicle's emission control system, and that the engine and emission control configuration on exhaust-controlled vehicles must be certified to the year of the vehicle or newer, meeting the same or more stringent new vehicle certification standards.
Having said that, there are some general guidelines one may consider. This pertains to the rules for switching the engine in production-type vehicles (but not specially constructed vehicles, street rods, kit cars and the like). The basic rule of engine switching (as opposed to installing a "replacement" engine) is that the change must do no harm. This means that the engine being installed must theoretically be at least as "clean" as the one taken out. Several requirements may define "clean" for the purposes of engine switching:
Model Year: The engine to be installed must be the same age or newer than the one being replaced. Crate engines can be used if they are configured to resemble an engine that was certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and/or the California Air Resources Board. This essentially means that the required emissions parts must be present on the engine.
Certification Level: The engine to be installed must come from a vehicle certified to meet the same or more stringent emissions standards than the one replaced.
Vehicle Class: An engine from a vehicle class such as a motor home, medium-duty truck or marine application must not be used since these engines were certified to different types of emissions standards, using different tests.
System/Equipment: When swapping in a newer engine from a later-model vehicle, all of the relevant emissions control equipment must be transferred as well. This includes the carbon canister, the catalytic converter(s) and even parts of the on-board diagnostic (OBD) system. Some states have exceptions to this requirement, but the general rule is that as much of the donor vehicle's emissions system as possible should be transferred. The vehicle will likely run more efficiently with a full transfer of the system and shouldn't cause any undue heartache.
Of course, engine switching can be much more complex than described here, but these are good general rules to follow and should keep engine switchers out of trouble in most cases.
The hobby must work with legislators to mitigate legislation that would ban the installation of power booster systems, including nitrous oxide systems intended for off-road (track) use. The SEMA model bill aims to do just that with language that provides for the operation of a vehicle equipped for nitrous oxide, so long as the nitrous oxide is disconnected from the engine when the vehicle is operated on public roadways. Provisions in an acceptable bill may also stipulate that nitrous oxide canisters must be removed while the vehicle is being operated on the road. The SAN has been successful in getting the model bill, or a comparable variation, enacted in Maine, Virginia, Arkansas, Georgia, Nebraska, Tennessee, Mississippi and the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island.
Window Tint
Severe limits on window film light transmission and reflectance percentages continue to surface in a number of states. It is important to constantly remind state legislators to advance the industry standard of not less than 35-percent light transmittance on all windows other than the windshield, and oppose measures that would unreasonably limit the use of window tint materials.
However, not every bill aims to limit the use of window tint. A bill directing the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through a reduction in motor vehicle cabin temperature is currently moving through the California legislature. The cabin temperature of a vehicle can be lowered through the use of window tinting materials. Such a directive by the legislature would signal to regulators that tinting should be considered as a solution to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions created when drivers must idle their cars in California while waiting for them to cool down. Other states have introduced measures to provide exceptions to the limits on vehicle window tinting for drivers with sensitivity to light.
Remember the dozens of aftermarket manufacturers a few years back producing headlight amplifiers, plug-n-play HID kits, projector headlight retrofits, and the like? Remember how they all seemed to disappear around the same time? Thank the NHTSA's Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 108; a 24,000-word bureaucratic epic governing the use of "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment" for road-going vehicles.
There are two basic types of headlight housings: reflective and projector. HID bulbs emit more light than standard halogen bulbs, and were never really intended for use in reflective housings that scatter light and tend to blind other drivers when fitted with HID bulbs. Projector housings that better focus light do a good job of curbing this problem, which is why OEs still include HIDs and projector housings in many newer cars.
In a nutshell, FMVSS 108 establishes requirements for vehicle lighting components, bans the sale and manufacture of non-compliant products, and authorizes federal agents to dish out hefty fines to companies who manufactured, import or sell them for street use. This shouldn't be viewed as a strike against enthusiasts, though. Regulations like FMVSS 108 aims to ensure consumers use products and practices that do not pose a safety threat to operators of publicly driven motor vehicles.
Chances are the products produced by those plug-n-play HID conversion kit manufacturers who left the scene a while back didn't meet DOT safety standards, or they simply didn't want to assume the responsibilities (and liabilities) of gaining approval-the same reason a few of the companies that are still around may label their products "for off-road use only".
State officials may still have a problem with lighting mods they deem illegal, but just like the case of modified exhaust systems, many do not implement objective testing procedures for determining legality.
Vehicle Height State agencies and legislatures sometimes pursue vehicle height restrictions. A compromise between regulators and modifiers who lower vehicles from the original height can apply the standard of the "scrub line." A scrub line is an imaginary surface created if lines were drawn from the bottom of the wheel rim on one side to the bottom of the tire on the other side. When lines are drawn from both sides using a taut string, an ''X'' under the vehicle's suspension is created. A suspension or chassis component, excepting exhaust systems and sheet metal, may not be below the top portion of this ''X.'' Pennsylvania utilizes this standard for a vehicle registered in the state as a street rod, specially constructed or reconstructed vehicle. The state's minimum bumper height for all other passenger vehicles is 16 inches from some part of the main horizontal bumper bar, exclusive of any bumper guards.
Other states, such as Rhode Island, handle the issue of minimum vehicle height using the manufacturer's specified height as the standard and do not allow for deviations more than four inches from that standard. Maine uses a similar standard based on frame height with the minimum frame height limited to no less than 10 inches from the ground, unless the vehicle was originally manufactured with a frame height of less than 10 inches. In Minnesota, a lowered vehicle is measured by its bumper height and may vary up to six inches from the manufacturer's original manufactured bumper height. Many states choose simply to place limitations on maximum vehicle height. Others prohibit modification of a vehicle in a way that would cause the vehicle body or chassis to come into contact with the ground, expose the fuel tank to damage from collision, or cause the wheels to come in contact with the body.
Lobby for the Hobby
"We the people of the United States" are not just words from the first line of an old document. We are the people who love muscle cars, hot rods, street rods, tuners, replicas, off road trucks, and many other varieties of automotive pursuits that are as diverse as the country in which we live. We are also the people who have to work to protect our automotive passions from unnecessary, unfair, or well intentioned but poorly written laws and regulations. Fortunately, we the people live in a country where we can still make a difference in how we are governed.
Log onto SEMA's official enthusiast site (www.semasan.com) and join the SEMA Action Network (SAN) for free. We already have. You can educate yourself about vehicle legality, research federal and state motor vehicle code, be alerted of legislation threatening automotive culture, and learn the top 10 ways to effectively communicate with lawmakers and make your opinions count-a system that has been proven to work. Most importantly, your involvement will be strengthening a professional organization with government representation at the federal level and in all 50 states, whose full-time staff is committed to researching laws and legislation, constructing and passing model bills to standardize vehicle law, and defending enthusiast's rights at all times. If you have no voice, you have no choice.
SEMA Action Network


text:
WebCitz is a USA-based and staffed web development and marketing agency helping auto and motorcycle repair shops design beautiful websites, promote their auto repair shop online and even design graphics for their auto repair shop. For more than 15 years we have offered auto repair shops high-quality website design services in Joomla and WordPress content management systems. Having your auto repair shop website integrated with Joomla or WordPress will allow you to modify the content on your website whenever you want - add pages to your site, change photos and update specials! However, if modifying the content on your auto repair shop website isn't something you want to handle we also offer website maintenance services.
If your auto repair shop website isn't being found in search engines we can help by assessing the strengths and weaknesses of your website and handling the optimization work for you or giving you some tips on how to increase your organic search traffic. Additionally, we can help your auto repair shop maintain its social media channels, write search engine friendly blog articles and even handle your email marketing campaigns. For auto or motorcycle repair shops with paid advertising through Google Ads or Bing Ads we can help reduce waste in your spending, setup retargeting ads, design display ads and provide ideas and reporting for how to best optimize your advertising budget. It doesn't matter if you're searching for an auto repair website designer to create a website, redesign your current website or help you market the website you already have - our company is more than capable of assisting your auto or motorcycle repair shop in its online marketing. To learn more, give us a call at (800) 796-8263, send us an email or simply explore our website!
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
WebCitz frequently provides website design and marketing for accountants, animal shelters, attorneys, avionics companies, bed & breakfasts, brokers, chambers of commerce, cleaning companies, contractors, distributors, embroidery & screen printing companies, financial advisors, golf courses, hair salons, hotels, martial arts studios, loan stores, marinas, motels, nursing homes, plumbers, psychologists, rental properties, scientific organizations, tanning salons, travel, welding and many other businesses!


text:
Lavanogana, aka: Lavaṇogaṇa; 1 Definition(s)
Lavanogana means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Lavaṇogaṇa (लवणोगण).—Salt from sea, from bilva, bālakeya, yavāhvaka, aurva, kṣāra and kālabhasma.*
- * Matsya-purāṇa 217. 60-61.
The Purāṇas (पुराण, purana) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India's vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahāpurāṇas total over 400,000 ślokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.
Relevant definitions
No further definitions found.
Relevant text
No search results for Lavanogana or Lavaṇogaṇa in any book or story.
- Was this explanation helpful? Leave a comment:
Make this page a better place for research and define the term yourself in your own words.


text:
The Lift Me Up workshop is about giving second chances to things that have already served their original purposes. It is about developing the eye that sees potential in ordinary everyday castaways. It is about being a little more responsible with your surroundings, your expenses, but above all, it's about choosing a creative lifestyle.
Class includes:
- Supply list with live links to product resources
- Welcome notes from Mou in the classroom
- Reminder emails when the classroom is updated with new materials
- Voice messages available as streaming audio, downloadable MP3 files and transcripts
- Colorful instructional handouts with step-by-step instructions for each lesson/project
- Private posting gallery to share your work and view the work of your classmates
- Message board to share your thoughts with your classmates
- Email access to Mou
- Live chats with Mou
See some sneak peeks of the projects here.


text:
How H-P Could Have Averted Autonomy Deal
Among H-P's fumbles, the Autonomy acquisition ranks among the costliest. H-P missed a chance to walk away only days before the deal was inked, Ben Worthen joins digits. Photo: AP Images.
This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate.
... I ... welcome back to Digits to add our Dateline Simon Constable what it's because apparently avoided the Autonomy deal of the last minute but they didn't spend with them as a huge story ... based on IP joins us now from sentences go is with the title ... of ... them thanks adjoining us ... and thank you ... so aam and that HP looking back would love to avoid this tale of multi billion dollar write down ... what was the clue that this could've been avoided ... yes so he obviously with twenty twenty hindsight I think everybody BHP would tell you ... that is a deal that would apply to avoid I'd ... Autonomy Mr said we remind everybody is a company that has been November ... HP paid with a paid eleven billion dollars for the taking a twenty billion dollar write down into being more than five billion CU accounting irregularities at this and ... I were perpetrated by Autonomy ... adequately with our dinner or party and the construction of the diligence process was that ... interest was a very truncated process and the thing that stands out is I'm just a few days before ... the deal was announced there is a meeting between some HP executives ... and delay who was ... Autonomy's auditor ... and during that meeting ... delayed said that there had it when twenty ten there been a ... executive in Autonomy and accuse the company of accounting irregularities ... I'm that delayed it also say that'd been investigated found nothing ... and um it was so the bases claim ... up but that was never reported to the CEO or the board ... cited stating that meeting and you know people who were involved said ... I it was a offhand remark not one that looked into seriously ... I Heinz say that again is considered taking him seriously ... not so well with the aam popping up a matter of that process is ALM so that stuff like that does filter will lay off ... when they can be a downside to just getting and weak granular detail from ... that every executives from a deal could not ... that's right and that's one of the issues that when we when we reconstructed the Autonomy acquisition ... you know this is the closest thing to a smoking gun that we found ... quite ... frankly there wasn't a smoking gun there a lot of different circumstances that all put together ... yet contributed to this deal moving forward you had a CEO who really want to do a high impact deal ... that aborted directors that was simultaneously grappling with this massive decision whether to stand at the PC business being at a truncated process ... so isn't there a lot of contributing factors another thing ... I've HP and asked Autonomy for law to financial information ... and Autonomy mostly saving these U K takeover rules that are different from the U S Senate can share them in fact the reason that there's ... a phone call between the lake in a pizza place ... was because HP Anna recently asked for ... Dell audit documents ... um you know the raw financial data and Autonomy A declined to give it to them ... I'd you know what your question about whether or not this will ... change things moving forward ... at you know everybody involved in the process ... said that that that is wasn't really you know again this is an off handed remark millet a bit too seriously and large companies always have disgruntled former employees and so forth ...


text:
Microsoft has become that one friend who shows up late to your party, tipsy, and then goes out of their way to let everyone know they've arrived. Windows Phone arrived long after iOS and Android, and despite Microsoft pouring mountains of cash into the endeavor, it has still failed to grab a large market share. Even the well-hyped Nokia Lumia 900, the debutante at the Windows Phone ball, didn't gain much traction (this is likely its parent company consistently losing money and talent).
With its new Surface tablet, Microsoft will take another swing at mobile, but not the same way. Unlike Apple, it will embrace business. Unlike Android, it will produce the hardware in house and set the bar high for partners. And unlike either one, it will embrace familiar frameworks to entice developers. By learning from others' mistakes and adjusting its approach, Microsoft may just give the Surface the edge needed to leapfrog Android and compete with the iPad.
Not another free for all
Most companies adopt either a closely intertwined hardware and software approach, (iOS), or start with an OS and leave the hardware to developers (Android). With Windows Phone, Microsoft targeted a halfway point between the Google and Apple approaches: Windows Phone runs on devices from many manufacturers, but the software is consistent. This contrasts with iOS being solely on Apple devices, and Android coming wrapped in many, many manufacturer flavors.
On tablets, Google's open approach has hindered it. There are a few strong Android tablets out there now, but it has taken a while. Part of the blame rests on Google for dragging its feet on the OS with Honeycomb, which didn't function well on larger screens. I used a Motorola Xoom last year, and quite frankly I could have had a better time with a Moto Droid, a magnifying glass and a liberal amount of imagination. The first few iterations of Android tablets failed to excite. The Kindle Fire did well because Amazon – not Google – figured out how to make it attractive to people (using it as a device to sell more of the content consumers were used to buying).
Setting the bar high
Microsoft put itself under some scrutiny when it announced it was releasing a branded tablet. After all, it is primarily a software company, and it's generally not a good idea to agitate your partners. Although it seems like Microsoft gave hardware makers a finger-based gesture, this approach could pay off for them, too. Microsoft may have learned from Android's flawed transition to tablets. Theoretically, any hardware company could release a Windows 8 tablet, and undoubtedly, many will. In going first, Microsoft is showcasing what Windows 8 can do as a tablet OS. And who better to do that than the very company that designed the software?
Google recently took this approach and launched the Nexus 7 to high praise. But this came more than a year after the release of the first Android tablets. Competitively priced and in the debated 7-inch screen range, it runs a "pure" version of Android. As will the Surface. The difference: The Surface will be the first Windows 8 tablet, and is attempting to set a standard. Google set the bar high more than a year after it positioned Android as a tablet operating system. Hardware companies like Motorola and HTC will inevitably have to play catch up, whereas Windows 8 tablet makers will already have a benchmark for features, usability and design.
The business factor
The iPad has made some strides into the working world, and it has shown up in some interesting places. But a business tablet it ain't; and Microsoft may have something to do with that. Office isn't out on the iPad yet, and maybe it never will be, but you can bet it will be optimized for the Surface. Android doesn't offer much more than the iPad in terms of business support, either. They both support Exchange accounts and VPN (which doesn't sound like a huge deal now, but it was). Microsoft has the upper hand with enterprise support, and this could make the Surface much more attractive to businesses – many of which buy in bulk.
Another plus for business users is that the Surface contains more PC elements than most tablets on the market today. The keyboard cover is presumably an extra add-on, but since the launch Microsoft has strongly implied that it's a very important component. Connectivity is a big plus too – the Surface has a USB 3.0 port and HDMI out, meaning greater options for the lucrative accessory market.
Developers, developers, developers
Running Windows 8 gives developers an easier time to write apps for the device. HTML, CSS and JavaScript apps can be run for the Metro using well-established .NET frameworks, and this provides an easier path to getting apps out there. It's easier to entice people to code for something they're already familiar with. Existing Windows 7 programs will run on it too – although how well they'll translate to a touch-based interface remains to be seen; but I am willing to bet the Surface app sphere grows very rapidly after launch.
A swipe at success
Microsoft made a huge gamble by directly competing with close hardware partners. But if it has learned anything from Google, it's that a little direction can definitely be a good thing. The Windows world is about choice – and no doubt that'll come in time – but in this day and age, product launches need to wow the world; and sometimes if you want something done right, you have to do it yourself.
The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not reflect the beliefs of Digital Trends.


text:
Lindsay Lohan Returns To Night Club Where She Was Arrested
Lindsay Lohan pressed her luck last night in NYC ... returning to the nightclub where she was arrested last month ... and this time no one was Mirandized.
The fun began at Catch nightclub, and then moved to club Avenue -- the place where Lindsay turned down a palm reading, called a patron a f***ing gypsy and then allegedly socked the psychic in the eye socket.
Lindsay denied hitting the woman but she was arrested and cited for assault.
Last night was utterly peaceful ... something the f***ing psychic probably predicted.


text:
Jennifer Lawrence splits from boyfriend - report
The Silver Linings Playbook star, 22, arrived solo to the Critics' Choice Awards in Santa Monica, California on Thursday night (10Jan13), when she collected two big acting trophies, and now it appears she'll be date-less at the Golden Globes, Oscars and other upcoming prizegivings.
Multiple reports suggest she split from her X-Men: First Class co-star late last year (12). Representatives for Hoult and Lawrence had yet to confirm or deny the story when WENN went to press.
Ironically, the actress was cooing about her partner in an interview with Elle, which ran in last month's (Dec12) issue of the magazine, calling Hoult her "best friend," and adding, "He's my favourite person and makes me laugh harder than anybody."


text:
Becoming a Military Officer
Becoming a Military Officer
Commissioned officers generally enter the Military with a four-year college degree or greater, or receive officer training following tours of enlisted service. Officers are generally employed in management roles or highly specialized fields that require professional degrees (e.g., doctors, lawyers and chaplains). An officer's education often determines which career he or she will have in the Military. In most cases, the candidate will meet with a military advisor or career counselor during college to select a potential job specialty.
An individual interested in serving as an officer has four options: Attend a Senior Military College or Academy, enroll at a traditional college or university with a Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) after graduating from college or receive a direct commission after earning a professional degree.
Academies and Colleges
These highly competitive schools are virtually free of charge for those accepted. The government pays for each student's tuition, room and board, uniform and books. Students are sometimes given a living stipend as well to help cover fees, a personal computer and other class supplies. In return, the student commits to serving as an officer for a set period after graduation, usually five years.
Learn more about Service Academies and Military Colleges
ROTC programs provide officer training for students during college in exchange for scholarship money. In return, the students commit to serving for a set period of time after graduation. ROTC programs are offered at many schools and allow the student to have a traditional college experience while preparing for his or her future as an officer.
Learn more about ROTC programs
Officer Candidate School
After completing a four-year degree, graduates may enroll in Officer Candidate School (OCS). This is also known as Officer Training School (OTS) in the Air Force. OCS/OTS varies in length between Services but generally lasts 9 to 17 weeks. Courses focus on military subjects, physical training and leadership skills.
Learn more about OCS/OTS
Direct Commission
Direct Commission Officers (DCOs) are civilians who have special skills needed for military operations. These are usually individuals who have earned professional degrees in fields such as medicine, law, religious studies, engineering or intelligence. Groups such as the Judge Advocate General's (JAG) Corps, Chaplain Corps and Medical Corps frequently employ DCOs.
DCOs are required to attend Officer Indoctrination School (OIS), Officer Development School (ODS) or the Direct Commission Officer Indoctrination Course (DCOIC), depending on which Service they join. Regular age limits and requirements may be waived for some of these positions. Since the Services' needs change rapidly, it's best to speak with a recruiter for up-to-date information about direct commission.
Transitioning from Enlisted to Officer
Some enlisted service members make the transition into officer roles. Enlisted service members with the right qualifications may be recommended by their commanding officers for OCS/OTS or ROTC (if they plan to go back to school). Most Services also have transitional programs that help service members make the leap.
In addition, there are two other ways that enlisted service members can earn an officer title. Warrant officers are promoted from the enlisted ranks for technical expertise and rank between the highest enlisted and lowest commissioned officers. Non-commissioned officers (NCOs) are high-ranking enlisted service members who have been given officer-like authority by their superiors. Additional training is provided in both cases.
Becoming A Military Officer Videos
Becoming A Military Officer Videos
Get an inside look at Becoming A Military Officer with selections from our Becoming A Military Officer Videos collection.
Officer Paths OverviewWatch the various ways to train to become a Military officer in our top-level video overview.
Why the Air Force Academy?Instructors and cadets share what a person can expect from attending the Air Force Academy.
Overview: Navy Officer Candidate SchoolNavy Lt. Walter McDuffie explains the officer commissioning process.
Schedule a meeting with a recruiter and learn what to expect from your visit.
Get a complimentary DVD and magazine, plus additional information from each Service, sent to your home.
View answers to commonly asked questions about the Military.
The Next Step: Training
Once someone has committed to serving in the Military, it's time for them to get the training they need to succeed.


text:
With just 48 hours remaining before the Treasury Department's designated deadline for raising the debt ceiling, House lawmakers on Tuesday continued to display a yawning gap between the two parties, with Republicans preparing a counter-offer to the emerging bipartisan-brokered Senate budget deal, and House Democrats persisting in their procedural tactic of deploying a discharge petition.
"With infighting in the GOP and no certainty on a solution, discharge is the most viable option to move to swiftly reopen government," a House Democratic leadership spokeswoman told Government Executive.
As of Monday, Democrats had amassed 196 signatures of the 218 needed on a complex petition to force from committee a six-month-old Republican bill to avoid a government shutdown, to which they would attach the Senate-passed "clean continuing resolution" that could be signed by President Obama and reopen the government.
As 14 Democrats on Saturday -- the first day allowed under the discharge rules -- took to the House floor and requested a vote on the Senate-passed resolution, Republican leaders repeatedly blocked the vote citing leadership prerogative. Republicans angered Democrats with a last-minute rule change that preserves the power to block a vote on the Senate-passed bill.
"This shutdown is hurting the American people and our economy," said Rep. George Miller, D-Calif. "This petition to open the government gives members of both parties an opportunity to have their voice heard and represents the only viable path to open the government as long as the speaker insists on keeping the government closed. I invite every member of Congress, especially those who have publicly stated they want the government to reopen, to sign this petition today."
House Democrats invited signatures from the estimated 30 Republicans who have told reporters they might back an immediate vote on the Senate-passed measure. They cited the Congressional Research Service's seven examples of discharge petitions that have succeeded over the past 30 years.
On Tuesday, as the Senate majority and minority leaders honed in on a deal to both open the government and raise the debt ceiling into next year, House Republicans emerged from a conference meeting preparing to offer a package with more demands.
According to press reports, they include a two-year delay of the Affordable Care Act's medical device tax; a new requirement that the Obama administration verify the income of Americans receiving tax subsidies through the health care law; a requirement that lawmakers and executive branch officials use the law's health insurance exchanges; and restrictions on Treasury's ability to take extraordinary steps to avoid debt ceiling default.
In a Tuesday response, Rep. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., ranking member of the House Budget Committee, said, "The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. Yet here we are, two days before we risk default on the full faith and credit of the United States of America, and House Republicans want to roll the dice in an effort to undermine the Affordable Care Act. The GOP's willingness to risk the entire global economy to enact their right-wing agenda isn't just irresponsible, it is tantamount to default."
Van Hollen also protested a Republican leadership resolution passed on Oct. 1 that altered the chamber's standing rules that allow any member to bring a resolution to the floor, restricting that right solely to Majority Leader Eric Cantor, R-Va., or his designee.
House Republicans appear divided on next steps for Tuesday and Wednesday and continued to criticize Senate Democrats and President Obama for the stalemate. "This has gone on long enough," Rep. Tom Cole, R-Okla., wrote in an op-ed on Monday. "House Republicans are willing to meet the president halfway, but the president must also move toward us and find common ground. The future of our country depends on his leadership, and this is his opportunity to show he can rise to the occasion."


text:
Filthy Records Blue Chips & The Eastside Sopranos (Feat. Marka) - I Been On [Unsigned Hype]
"Harlem streets pay respect and pay dues in this fast paced lyrical masterpiece."
Please click the "Report" button below if the video on this page is not working properly.
Comments will only be displayed by verified emails. No Spamming or Racism.


text:
Hiphop Tribute To Amy Winehouse From Lil Zane And Shorty Mack! [Audio]
"On the Eve of there release "Amy Winehouse" Lil Zane from Money Making Music and Shorty Mack from Knockout Ent get tattoos of the British Super star! "
Please click the "Report" button below if the video on this page is not working properly.
Comments will only be displayed by verified emails. No Spamming or Racism.


text: Dave's ESL Cafe's Student Discussion Forums :: View topic - I'm from the country taht has the best soccer players Dave's ESL Cafe's Student Discussion Forums"The Internet's Meeting Place for ESL/EFL Students and Teachers from Around the World!" FAQ Search Memberlist Usergroups Register Profile Log in to check your private messages Log in I'm from the country taht has the best soccer players Dave's ESL Cafe's Student Discussion Forums Forum Index -> Sports View previous topic :: View next topic Author Message Fernanda Alves de OlivriaJoined: 22 Nov 2007Posts: 6Location: Brazil Posted: Thu Mar 20, 2008 8:29 am Post subject: I'm from the country taht has the best soccer players Hello, I'm from Brazil and I wanna make new friends from all parts of world. I know manyyyyyyy things about brazillian soccer. I'm girl, but I understand more than many guys! I'm Fernanda and that's my pleasure to meet you!!! KISSES! Back to top lunar_princeJoined: 06 May 2008Posts: 3 Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 6:27 pm Post subject: I'm from China. In fact, I'm a supporter of Argentina, Messi is the best in my opinion. Back to top AlextvJoined: 10 Oct 2008Posts: 10Location: Arizona, USA Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 11:09 am Post subject: I agree with you Fernanda, the Brazilian people is the best playing soccer in all the world. I am Mexican and I really admire you guys. Back to top CoreyJoined: 23 Mar 2003Posts: 445Location: Costa Rica Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2008 8:32 am Post subject: I think the Italians, French, Germans or even English might disagree._________________Niagara Summer Programs Back to top cross-styleJoined: 09 Nov 2008Posts: 15Location: Beijing, China Posted: Wed Nov 12, 2008 7:01 am Post subject: Good evening! Fernanda! I'm glad to meet you! Although,the team of Brazil and Argentina is very great. I support Germany and England. Beckham is my favourite player._________________Don't cry because it is over, smile because it happened. Back to top Display posts from previous: All Posts1 Day7 Days2 Weeks1 Month3 Months6 Months1 Year Oldest FirstNewest First Dave's ESL Cafe's Student Discussion Forums Forum Index -> Sports All times are GMT - 8 Hours Page 1 of 1 Jump to: Select a forum Student Forums----------------ComputersCurrent NewsCultureEnglish SchoolsFamilyFilm and CinemaFoodHealth and FitnessHelp CenterHobbiesHolidaysLearning EnglishLiteratureMaking FriendsMusicOpinionsPetsScienceSportsThe Strange and MysteriousTOEFL and Other English ExamsTravel You cannot post new topics in this forumYou cannot reply to topics in this forumYou cannot edit your posts in this forumYou cannot delete your posts in this forumYou cannot vote in polls in this forum Dave's ESL Cafe is maintained by the one and only Dave Sperling. Banner Advertising | Bookstore / Alta Books | FAQs | Articles | Interview with Dave Copyright © 2018 Dave's ESL Cafe | All Rights Reserved | Contact Dave's ESL Cafe | Site Map Teachers College, Columbia University: Train to Teach English Here or Abroad Powered by phpBB © 2001, 2002 phpBB Group


text: Reye's syndrome is a disease that affects all the organs, but causes the most harm to the brain and the liver. The disease was first officially identified more than 40 years ago by a doctor in North Carolina, although it has been around for at least 70 years. Find out more about the disease by taking this quiz, based on information from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke and the American Liver Foundation.


text:
Trees Run Through It: The Franz House
Building a home around live trees isn't a new idea — after all, Odysseus carved his bed from a live olive tree. It is, however, a striking one. At Franz House, Bak Architects modernized this ancient concept, wrapping a modern porch around three trees to create a visually arresting house.
Much of the home is made of concrete, a signature of Bak. While modern, it can look a bit cold in the interior. However, the tree trunks running through the porch are a gorgeous focal point from many areas of the house. The combination of industrial concrete and rustic charm is both a bit jarring and a bit beautiful. It's perfect for hardcore modernists who want a woodland retreat.
1. A detailed view of the porch where you can see the holes in the porch ceiling.
2. An exterior view of the house, which is still under construction.
3. A view of the bedrooms at night, with the trunks running outside their windows.
4. The trees in daylight, as seen from upstairs.
5. The back porch at night, with a series of concrete planters running along one side.
For more information on this project, see Bak Architects.
Via The Contemporist
Images: Bak Architects


text: Job Discussion Forums :: View topic - Ramadan starts July 20, 2012 - Etiquette for newcomers Get TEFL Certified & Start Your Adventure Today! Job Discussion Forums"The Internet's Meeting Place for ESL/EFL Students and Teachers from Around the World!" FAQ Search Memberlist Usergroups Register Profile Log in to check your private messages Log in Ramadan starts July 20, 2012 - Etiquette for newcomers Goto page 1, 2 Next Job Discussion Forums Forum Index -> General Middle East Forum View previous topic :: View next topic Author Message nomad soulJoined: 31 Jan 2010Posts: 11402Location: The real world Posted: Thu Jul 12, 2012 10:22 am Post subject: Ramadan starts July 20, 2012 - Etiquette for newcomers The official start date for the month of Ramadan 2012 is July 20. If you're slated to arrive in a Muslim country around the time of Ramadan and it's your first time in the region, I suggest you read up starting wth the following: Traveling during Ramadan (Source: http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/be-a-responsible-tourist/travelling-during-ramadan ) Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. You should be aware that levels of observance of Ramadan will vary in different countries and cultures but most Muslims will conform to some extent with the requirements of the fast - that they fast between dawn and sunset. This means they cant eat, drink, smoke or even chew gum during daylight hours. Muslims use this time of abstention for prayer, contemplation and charitable work. If youre travelling to a Muslim country during Ramadan, you should be sensitive to the fast: * Avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public many people will understand that you arent under the same obligation to fast but will appreciate your awareness. * In some Muslim countries, its actually illegal to eat and drink in daylight during Ramadan. * Some restaurants will close or operate amended opening hours during Ramadan. * Restaurants that cater to tourists should open as usual but hotels will sometimes use screens to keep western diners sectioned off from Islamic guests. * Business hours may become shorter in the day. Its not impossible to travel or do business in Islamic countries during Ramadan, but different rules do apply. Seek local advice on arrival either from your tour guide, hotel or business contacts. Iftar breaking the fast: Iftar is the time each day when the fast is broken and a meal is taken with family and friends. During Iftar there is additional pressure on taxis and other public transport, so its a good idea to time your movements around avoiding having to travel at this time. Eid the end of the fast: As the end of Ramadan approaches, there is normally a lot of activity as people traditionally visit families to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, the three-day festival marking the end of the fast. You should plan accordingly if youre planning to travel at this time. See also http://www.arabianbusiness.com/ramadan-etiquette-413304.html?view=profile&itemid=413290 (Reposted from 2011, http://forums.eslcafe.com/job/viewtopic.php?t=90799 )Last edited by nomad soul on Thu Jul 19, 2012 11:18 pm; edited 1 time in total Back to top scot47Joined: 10 Jan 2003Posts: 15323 Posted: Thu Jul 12, 2012 11:07 am Post subject: Every year in my experince in KSA there are cases of hapless (or stupid) non-Muslims getting into REAL trouble for eating or smoking in public or engaging in INAPPROPRIATE behaviour duting the month of Ramadan. LEARN THE RULES ! Back to top veiledsentimentsJoined: 20 Feb 2003Posts: 17610Location: USA Posted: Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:36 pm Post subject: Note that eating includes chewing gum. VS Back to top poshJoined: 22 Oct 2010Posts: 430 Posted: Sat Jul 14, 2012 7:14 am Post subject: I'm given a key to the roof where I can smoke. There are various concealed spots where I eat. Back to top veiledsentimentsJoined: 20 Feb 2003Posts: 17610Location: USA Posted: Sat Jul 14, 2012 2:21 pm Post subject: Every place that I worked there was some place set aside. At most, we just closed our office doors and ate/drank in there. The students were aware to knock first. At places with large group rooms for teachers, there was a lunch room. That was normally just for faculty, but during Ramadhan the women students also joined us in there at the times that they were not fasting. (once a month in case you men are unaware) VS Back to top MushakilJoined: 16 Nov 2011Posts: 35Location: UAE Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2012 4:58 am Post subject: Ramadhan Tips 2012 1) driving 2) buffets One nice advantage of Ramadhan is that many international and local hotels have tantalizing buffets. They are also priced well, many hotels offer an all you can eat buffet for around $30-40 US. My favorites are the Rotana hotels in the Emirates, Sheraton (3 tier chocolate fountain...oh yah) and Marriott which are located everywhere. I cannot describe how much I miss these buffets when I am living in the West. One thing that I have noticed during Ramadhan is that about an hour before "iftar" or the time that Muslims break their fast, driving in the cities is more dangerous. Think about thousands of people driving around who are usually hungry, thirsty and can't concentrate very well. Many accidents occur at this time, so be extra vigilant when driving. Also, you might want to read about dates, as they are a wildly popular food throughout the year and especially during Ramadhan. Also, if you are teaching in the Middle East be aware that during the end of the day your students will be very tired and possibly cranky. Back to top Cool TeacherJoined: 18 May 2009Posts: 930Location: Here, There and Everywhere! :D Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2012 5:51 am Post subject: TomorroW! Many of my Muslim friedns use this timw to give up alcohol. That's true by the way. Back to top scot47Joined: 10 Jan 2003Posts: 15323 Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2012 5:52 pm Post subject: Lots of Muslims use this month as a time to quit smoking. Back to top rdobbs98Joined: 08 Oct 2010Posts: 236 Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2012 6:20 pm Post subject: As a Muslim it is a tough time of year dealing with Muslims but so is hearing "Inshallah", I can't stand the term as do most non-Muslims. I and my family never cared much about people eating in front of us because we already had in mind how much we were going to eat between sunset and sunrise, yes the days are really messed up and why many Muslims stay up late. Most Muslims will eat like crazy before Fajr, sunrise, so to get the calories in you to at least make it to noon before starting to get hungry. We always break the fast with dates, then go pray Mahgreb, and then its time to chow down. But as with anything in Islam, you have ways to get out of fasting: illness, medication, condition of health, children, elderly, or you can just break the fast and give either food or money to the poor. Many Muslims will have days that you have to eat, some sort of functions, so we just give money or food to a pantry or help a needy family. I normally have a couple of days during Ramadan this happens and give money to a pantry. Back to top scot47Joined: 10 Jan 2003Posts: 15323 Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2012 7:54 pm Post subject: A "pantry" ??? Back to top rdobbs98Joined: 08 Oct 2010Posts: 236 Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2012 8:02 pm Post subject: food pantry for poor and indigent. Back to top GulezarJoined: 19 Jun 2007Posts: 483 Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2012 3:50 am Post subject: Speaking of Poor Folks Ramadan brings organized beggars to the Gulf and the police have responded to this: [url] http://www.7daysindubai.com/Ramadan-crackdown-beggars-launched-Dubai-Police/story-16539307-detail/story.html [/url][url][/url] Back to top nomad soulJoined: 31 Jan 2010Posts: 11402Location: The real world Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2012 7:55 am Post subject: Also, be aware that Ramadan rules are enforced. In Saudi Arabia, for example, the hai'a/mutawwa (religious police) will be out patrolling the streets in full force to enforce abstinence and other appropriate behavior. Women who don't always cover their hair when outside the compounds may want to do so during Ramadan to avoid any potential confrontations with these guys. Men are also expected to dress more conservatively when out and about for those 30 days. In regard to the Emirates: Ramadan rules will be enforced with courtesy By Ed Attwood, Arabianbusiness.com | 31 July 2011 (Source: http://www.arabianbusiness.com/ramadan-rules-will-be-enforced-with-courtesy--413146.html?tab=Article ) Most expats are respectful of the cultural laws that apply in Ramadan, Lt Gen Dahi Khalfan Tamim says. The head of the Dubai Police has said that courtesy and discretion will be the watchword as his department gears up to enforce Ramadan regulations across the emirate. We train our officers how to deal with different nationalities and to respect non-Muslims who may inadvertently offend Muslims during Ramadan by eating, drinking or smoking in public places during the day, Lieutenant General Dahi Khalfan Tamim told Arabian Business. We show them that these things happen, and they are to deal with it in a courteous way so that they would refrain from doing it again. The Association of British Travel Agents, the UKs largest travel trade body, has told its members to warn tourists visiting during the holy month that they will face curbs on eating and drinking during daylight hours. But Lt Gen Tamim said that most tourists and expatriates are quick to obey the rules when notified by the police. Usually most expatriates would respect our Ramadan habits and would comply upon alerting them for the need to avoid eating and they accept that with a polite response most of the time, he added. Any policeman who behaves in an offending way to people would be taken to court. Authorities in Dubai earlier this month warned of strict penalties for those caught breaking cultural laws in Ramadan. Offenders can expect one warning before they risk arrest and a fine of up to AED2,000, said Colonel Jamal Al Jallaf, deputy director of the Criminal Investigation Department. Hotel chains Jumeirah Group and Hilton Hotels & Resorts said last week they had issued etiquette guidelines to guests visiting their Dubai hotels during Ramadan. (End of article) Back to top scot47Joined: 10 Jan 2003Posts: 15323 Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2012 4:50 pm Post subject: In all my years in the Kingdom I never heard the expression "pantry". I suppose it must be an Indo-Pak expression. Back to top johnslatJoined: 21 Jan 2003Posts: 13859Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2012 6:03 pm Post subject: Dear scot47, I found quite a few (over 300,000) hits for "Ramadan food pantry for the needy" on Google. A sample, for Raleigh, North Carolina: "Ramadan Food Drive The Social & Welfare Committee operates Food Pantry distributing food to the needy. The Food Pantry will be open every Saturday in Ramadan for food distribution. The success of this program relies heavily on food donations from the community." http://www.raleighmasjid.org/ In some places, it's also called a "Food Bank." But hey - whatever it's called, it's a good action. Regards, John Back to top Display posts from previous: All Posts1 Day7 Days2 Weeks1 Month3 Months6 Months1 Year Oldest FirstNewest First Job Discussion Forums Forum Index -> General Middle East Forum All times are GMTGoto page 1, 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Jump to: Select a forum Where to Begin----------------General DiscussionNewbie ForumCurrent Events ForumTechnology ForumOnline Teaching Forum Africa Forums----------------General Africa Forum Asia Forums----------------CambodiaChina (Job-related Posts Only)China (Off-Topic)Hong KongIndiaIndonesiaJapanMalaysiaPhilippinesSingaporeTaiwanThailandGeneral Asia ForumVietnam Caribbean Forums----------------General Caribbean Forum Europe Forums----------------Czech RepublicFranceGermanyGreeceItalyMacedonia and the BalkansPolandRomaniaRussia & C.I.S.SpainTurkeyUkraineUnited KingdomGeneral Europe Forum Latin America Forums----------------ArgentinaBrazilChileColombiaCosta RicaMexicoMexico (off-topic)PeruGeneral Latin America Forum The Middle East Forums----------------BahrainEgyptIsraelKuwaitOmanQatarSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesGeneral Middle East Forum North America Forums----------------General North America Forum Oceania----------------Australia/New Zealand You cannot post new topics in this forumYou cannot reply to topics in this forumYou cannot edit your posts in this forumYou cannot delete your posts in this forumYou cannot vote in polls in this forum This page is maintained by the one and only Dave Sperling. Contact Dave's ESL Cafe Copyright © 2018 Dave Sperling. All Rights Reserved. Powered by phpBB © 2001, 2002 phpBB Group Teaching Jobs in China


text:
The composition features staccato and spicato violins, epic dhols, heavy snare drums, large cymbals, distant choir, intense epic toms, anvils and other various metal hits. Epic, cinematic, intense, dramatic and remarkable intro / rise for trailers and battles.
Containing 3 ready to use versions, and from each version perfectly cuted loops / intro and outro.
- Complete Track : 1:46
- Part 1 Complete : 0:44
- Part 2 Complete : 1:06
- Part 1 Loop : 0:29
- Part 1 Outro : 0:14
- Part 2 Intro : 0:16
- Part 2 Loop 1 : 0:14
- Part 2 Loop 2 : 0:14
- Part 2 Outro V1 : 0:14
- Part 2 Outro V2 : 0:14
- Epic Cinematic Opener: 00:30
- Energetic And Explosive Intro: 00:27
- Smoke Orchestra: 01:07
- Urban Orchestra Symphony: 00:50
- Heroes Of The Big Screen: 03:28
- A Heroes Awakening: 01:30
- Epic Cinematic Opener 3: 00:47
- Mary's Birth: 01:36
- Epic And Modern Requiem: 03:32
- Power Orchestra – Epic Drum Trailer: 01:40
- Urban Monsters Intro: 02:30
- Powerful Experience: 00:52
- Dramatic Orchestral Percussion Intro 00:50
If your ultimate goal is to fully engage the viewer – to connect at the deepest emotional level – you've come to the right place!
Sonic Media Design (aka Sonic Cube) is a Swiss multimedia production company servicing your media production needs. We specialize in flexibility, creativity, and customer service. We believe that we are more than just a service but we are committed to SERVING every client. Let us take your vision and ideas and combine them with our professional skills to deliver a product that will reach your audience in a powerful way.
With 15 years of scoring experience in every style imaginable from dramas, comedies, reality, documentaries, commercials, movies, videogames, etc., our custom scores are a choice you can rely on whether you need the whole series, a specific theme or a main title. Trust us to interpret your vision into music. We will create the perfect audio compliment for your production. If budget is your concern, let us customize a hybrid package between custom music and library. We'll make it work!
We're excited about what we have to offer you! Feel free to check us out, view the services, and watch our samples! Once you're done, make sure you contact us and let us know what production needs you may have! Browse our site and find out why more and more people are turning to Sonic Media Design for their production needs.


text:
Must be a better parking solution
Recently there have been some letters regarding the parking situation in Chestnut Hill.
I went to Palladio's to pick up a picture that my wife had framed for me. It was a Christmas gift but because of her illness she didn't get to give it to me. Palladio's had called to say that the picture was ready to pick up. I had pulled into the lot, which was about half full, parked the car, walked into Palladio's and came out and found a ticket on the car. This is absurd. There has got to be a better way!
I mentioned to the parking attendant that it wasn't surprising that the businesses were having trouble, and he said, "But it's the businesses who wanted it done this way." I realized that he is correct, and it is but another manifestation of how the Chestnut Hill business community is so lacking in creative ways to make the commercial aspects of Chestnut Hill successful.
George Spaeth
Chestnut Hill


text:
The YWCA operates housing programs at five facilities to assist homeless in Stark County.
This week: The YWCA Emergency Shelter for Women and Children
The YWCA operates housing programs at five facilities to assist homeless in Stark County:
• Emergency Shelter. Provides temporary housing for single women and children, including boys up to age 6, for up to 90 days.
• Family Shelter. Provides shelter to families with older males, for up to 90 days.
• New Beginnings Transitional Housing. Assists participants in furthering their education and skills necessary for permanent housing.
• New Beginnings Permanent Housing. Helps homeless individuals and families gain permanent housing.
• Gateway Estates Permanent Housing. Provides permanent housing to homeless individuals with disabilities in a single occupancy room setting.
How did you get started?
The YWs Emergency Shelter for Women opened its doors at the YWCA in the late 1980s — catering to those who needed transitional housing.
Until 1986, the building was used as a educational and exercise facility for women. After closing the pool in 1986, Michael Lawson, marketing director for the YW, converted it into an emergency homeless shelter, keeping with the facility's mission statement, "Eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all." The Ralston-Farrell Family shelter opened in 1989. An Infant-Toddler Center opened in 1993 above the old pool area, and in 1994, the New Beginnings Transitional Housing facility opened.
In 2001, the YWCA opened Gateway Estates, to provide permanent supportive housing for the hard-to-house homeless.
How can others help?
The public can help through donations, volunteering at one or more of the facilities and by supporting YWCA events.
Monetary donations can be made online at www.ywcacanton.org or sent to the YWCA, 231 Sixth St. NE, Canton, OH 44702. To volunteer, call 330-453-7644.
What do you need most?
To help keep the shelters open and give a hand up to residents, Lawson said the YWCA needs any number of donated items, including toiletries, baby items, small appliances, furniture, paper products, clothing and food vouchers, and cleaning supplies.
Items can be dropped off at the YWCA building at 231 Sixth St. NE. If donors need help, call 330-453-7644.
Board members:
Nicole Thorn, president; Dawn Spriggs, vice president; Lindsay Hackenberg, treasurer; Kaliope Kalogeropoulos, secretary; and board members Jessica Ailing, Amanda Anderson, Monique Cox Moore, Dianne Febel, Pat Fehlman, Melissa Hackenberg, Maria Liosis, Hattie Newman, Gloria Pope, Melissa Pitinii, Wendy Rockenfelder, Tracy Schlemmer and Suzie Thomas.
Editor's note: Travel to any part of the world and you will be hard pressed to find a more giving community than Stark County. This feature — dubbed "Nonprofit Spotlight" — will showcase one each Friday. We hope to give readers an opportunity to know them and learn how they can help.


text:
Chat replay: DMN columnist Kevin Sherrington talks Dallas sports
Kevin Sherrington, sports columnist for SportsDayDFW.com and The Dallas Morning News, answered your questions about the Cowboys, Rangers, Mavericks and local college sports in a live chat at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Ask your questions in the ScribbleLive module below, and Kevin will discuss them as time allows.
Click here to enjoy the chat on your mobile and IPad devices.
Thank you for your readership.


text:
Previous Episode | Next Episode
The Really Big GameThe Really Big Game (2004) Episode 09-A- Atomic Betty Cartoon Episode Guide
This page has been viewed 24 times this month, and 721 times total.
- 2004
- Breakthrough Films, Atomic Cartoons, TeleImages Kids
- LUK International, Breakthrough Entertainment
- Atomic Betty Episode Guide
- Cartoon Characters: Betty, Minimus PU, Noah, Supreme Overlord Maximus IQ, Robot X-5, Mom, Admiral DeGill, Chip Osbourne, Dalton Osbourne, Sparky, Dylon, Flunkin' Duncan Payne, Megan, Penelope Lang, Sarah, Dad.
- Vocal Talent: Tajja Isen (Betty), Len Carlson (Minimus PU), Laurie Elliott (Noah), Colin Fox (Supreme Overlord Maximus IQ), Bruce Hunter (Robot X-5), Kristina Nicoll (Mom), Adrian Truss (Admiral DeGill), Michael D'Ascenzo (Chip Osbourne, Dalton Osbourne), Rick Miller (Sparky), Dwayne Hill (Dylon), Peter Oldring (Flunkin' Duncan Payne), Stephanie Morgenstern (Megan), Catherine Disher (Penelope Lang, Sarah), Patrick McKenna (Dad), Robin Duke.
- Directed By Ridd Sorensen, Jeffrey Agala, Virginie Jallot, Mr. Niko, Dave Woodgate, Ken Chu, Eunice Alvarado.
Supervising Director: Mauro Casalese.
- Produced By Kevin Gillis, Virginie Jallot, Rob Davies.
Executive Producers: Kevin Gillis, Ira Levy, Trevor Bentley, Peter Williamson, Phillipe Alessandri.
- Animated By Mike Gauss, Emmett Hall, Dustan Woodcliff, Brett Vanderkist, Ishi Rudell, Alex Savin, Jos Humphrey.
- Written By Alex Galatis, Mike Kubat, Jono Howard, Denise Fordham, Nicole Demerse, Edward Kay, Adrian Raeside.
- Created By: Trevor Bentley, Mauro Casalese, Rob Davies, Olaf Miller.
- Production Managers: Krista Huot, Stephanie Betts, Candace Olson.
- Art Direction: Trevor Bentley, Garnet Syberg-Olsen.
- Character Design: Mauro Casalese, Rob Davies, Nicole Gauss, Samanta Palomino.
- Prop Design: Trevor Bentley, Gary Ferguson.
- Character Builds: Thom McKenna, Dana Smith.
- Prop Builds: Jhun Terrones.
- Storyboards: Alex Basio, Mr. Niko, Glen Lovett, Mauro Casalese, Rob Davies, Pierre Varlans, Stan Gadziola, Lazarinno Baarde, Louie Escauriaga, Samanta Palomino.
- Layout: Aaron Robinson, Ian Bartolo.
- Background Design: Trevor Bentley, Garnet Syberg-Olsen, Olaf Miller, Byron Leboe.
- 3D Artist/Animator: Corey Bastiaans, Arron Robinson.
- Special Effects: Dennis De Koning.
- Flash Coordinator: Stephanie Huot.
Submit Additional Information:
Do you have anything to add to this page? Have we made any mistakes... or do you have any additional information about The Really Big Game? If so, we would love to hear from you. Please send us a quick note with your additions or corrections to this page, and we will make the corrections as soon as possible!Report Errors / Submit Additional Information
Cartoon Summary:
On Earth, Betty and her Dad are competing in a fishing derby with Penelope and her father. In space, DeGill has been captured by his old nemesis, the big game hunter, Pontifadora the Conquistadora. Betty must help DeGill in time to return to the... (more)
Cartoon Comments:
Do you love The Really Big Game, or do you think it is the worst cartoon ever? Let us know what you think! Surely you have an opinion... so share what you think. Take a minute and post your own comments about this cartoon here.


text:
The U.S. economy added just 169,000 jobs in August, fewer than forecast and a number that will surely complicate the Fed's decision over when and how to start scaling back its easy-money policies.
Continue Reading Below
The headline unemployment rate fell to 7.3%, according to numbers released Friday by the U.S. Department of Labor, down slightly from July's rate of 7.4%. But the lower August rate was once again caused by significant numbers of Americans leaving the workforce.
The labor force participation rate fell again last month, dipping to 63.2%, the lowest rate since the mid-1970s.
Economists had forecast an increase of 180,000 jobs and that the rate would hold steady at 7.4%.
Todd M. Schoenberger, managing partner at LandColt Capital LP in New York, described Friday's data as "demoralizing and sad to the unemployed."
"The uncertainty factor has been ratcheted up a notch as Wall Street received little closure with the ongoing 'Fed taper' argument. (Federal Reserve) Chairman (Ben) Bernanke and Co. may have missed their window to taper in the second quarter when the country had better GDP rates and jobs data to work from. Markets will not like this number," Schoenberger said.
Stock markets initially rose in early trading, rising more than 50 points. But the rally ended quickly and the Dow Jones Industrial average was recently trading down 25.50 at 14,911.
Adding to the disappointing headline numbers, the Labor Department said fewer jobs were created in June and July than initially reported. Revising those earlier numbers downward suggests that labor markets slowed considerably during the summer. Employers have added an average of 148,000 jobs in the past three months, well below the 12-month average of 184,000, according to the Labor Department.
The key construction sector, critical to the U.S. housing recovery, added no new jobs.
Anticipation had been high for the government's August jobs data because it's widely believed the Fed is poised to start winding down its $85 billion a month bond purchasing program known as quantitative easing, possibly as soon as this month.
The data released Friday morning isn't going to make that decision easier. The policy setting Federal Open Markets Committee will announce any Fed policy changes at the conclusion of its next two-day meeting scheduled for Sept. 17 and 18.
Conventional wisdom ahead of the release of Friday's jobs report held that the Fed's decision to begin tapering its bond purchases would depend largely on the number of jobs created in August.
If the economy added 200,000 or more, the Fed's decision to taper would be easy, analysts predicted. Similarly, if the economy added 150,000 jobs or less, the decision to delay tapering would also be easy.
If, however, the number fell in-between those two benchmarks the Fed's decision would be far more difficult. That's what happened.
Stock markets have surged as the Fed has initiated unprecedented stimulus measures in the wake of the financial crisis of 2008 and the deep recession that followed. The Fed has kept interest rates at near zero and raised its balance sheet to $3.6 trillion through massive purchases of mortgage-backed securities.
But Fed policy makers have made it clear in recent months that the time to start winding down these stimulus programs is approaching.
Bernanke has said the decision to start tightening monetary policy will depend largely on the health of U.S. labor markets. The unemployment rates has come down from 10% in October 2009 at the height of the financial crisis, but the jobs data released since then has been mixed.
For instance, in many instances when the monthly unemployment rate ticked lower – as it did in August -- it did so not because more Americans found work in the previous month but because significant numbers of people left the workforce altogether. When people leave the workforce the Labor Department no longer counts them as part of the unemployment survey, which causes a reduction in the percentage of people the government describes as unemployed.
What's more, economic uncertainty related to U.S. fiscal policy and health care reform laws that take effect in 2014 have pushed employers toward hiring more part-time employees, a situation that doesn't benefit the strength of the broader economy.
In a speech in July defending the Fed's easy-money policies, Bernanke said the current unemployment rate "overstates the health of labor markets."
The Fed has promised not to raise interest rates from their historically low range of 0%-0.25% set four-and-a-half years ago until the unemployment rate falls to at least 6.5%, a figure Bernanke has emphasized is a "threshold" rather than a hard target.
The Fed has gone out of its way recently to explain to investors that interest rates won't be raised until well after quantitative easing is phased out, and neither will happen until labor markets improve significantly.
Marc Chandler, global head of currency strategy at Brown Brothers Harriman, said Friday's jobs report will likely be one of several economic indicators used by the Fed in its decision on whether or not to begin tapering.
"It is probably a bit of an exaggeration to link too tightly one high frequency report to the Fed's tapering decision. Its general assessment of the economy is unlikely to have been altered by this volatile report," Chandler said in a note to clients.


text:
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - With 2013 only a few days away, downtown New Providence will soon be home to a new restaurant, Galileo's. It is on Springfield Avenue where McGrath's Hardware used to be and it is set to open the first week of January.
It will be a family-style restaurant that serves Italian food and they will deliver, cater and hold parties. Additionally, there is an outdoor seating deck in the rear, which would accommodate 32 patrons and inside they can serve a maximum of 92 people at a time.
Owners Galal Galal and Steven Karl are longtime friends with business experience. Galal, who is originally from Egypt, has 14 years of experience in hotel hospitality and has spent the past 14 at Arminios restaurant in Chatham as a manager. About a year ago, he and Karl were talking and the idea of opening a restaurant came up. Galal said they realized with their backgrounds and knowledge of the business, they were up for the challenge of opening their own restaraunt.
"It's always good to work for yourself," Galal said.
He said in order to be successful in owning a restaurant being personable and approachable are essential.
They were originally looking to have their business in Madison or Morristown, but one day he was driving through New Providence, saw the 'for rent' sign and knew it was a perfect fit. The construction was done by Lombardo Woodworking of New Providence. It started after Labor Day and finished in a timely fashion, he said. Galal said thanks to them, the project is on schedule.
He said Galileo's plans to join the Suburban Chamber of Commerce and the New Providence Business and Professional Association.
"The good thing about New Providence is they like to support their town," Galal said.
Galal said the goal is to provide great customer service, excellent food, reasonable prices and a place where families can enjoy a night out.
"I'm very excited and I'm very nervous," he said. "I hope everybody will be enjoying a good time here with us."


text:
Prices rising and foreclosures dropping in region's housing market
Southwestern Connecticut's housing market is on the mend, matching trends in the western part of the region and starting to catch up in the eastern section.
Two key reports on the housing market came out Tuesday and found positive trends in both prices and foreclosure rates.
Standard & Poor's Case-Shiller Index rose 6.8 percent in December from a year ago and found that 19 of the top 20 metro regions saw price increases in December of 2012. Only New York City prices dipped, and those were down less than a percent from a year ago. The Bridgeport-Stamford metro region is not included in the Case-Shiller index, but real estate agencies reported that prices in the region are climbing on increased sales and a reduction in the number of homes on the market.
Also on Tuesday, California-based CoreLogic released its report on foreclosure rates and the Stamford-Bridgeport market, which includes Danbury, experienced a drop of 0.25 percent to 4.38 percent in December of 2012 compared to a year ago. But foreclosure rates are still higher than the national rate of 2.9 percent, with large concentrations of foreclosed properties still in the Bridgeport area.
"All indications are that our market is better," said Cheryl Scott-Daniels of CSD Select Homes of Westport and president of the Mid-Fairfield County Association of Realtors.
She said the average sales price in December rose 37 percent to $770,208 in December. And sales increased to 511 from 438 a year ago.
"I'm seeing very positive things, we will see more sales," she said. "Consumers have more confidence and they're feeling, with the exception of what's going on in Washington, they feel more confident in the economy and feel more secure in their jobs."
She said prices won't go surging up, however, but are on a steady trend upward.
Barbara Webski, an agent with the Stamford office of Weichert Realtors, agreed things are heading in the right direction.
The Greater Danbury and Stamford areas are seeing strong interest from buyers.
"We're seeing multiple offers on properties that come on the market and are priced right," she said. "The prices have hit bottom."
The Bridgeport area, which was hit hard with foreclosures during the housing bust, is not climbing out of its problems as fast as other parts of the nation that were also hit hard.
According to Case-Shiller, Phoenix, which experienced some of the worst price declines in the country, is now seeing some of the largest increases.
Bridgeport, however, is not seeing that yet, but Webski said it is moving in the right direction.
"There is a lot of inventory to work through," she said of Bridgeport.
But the positive sign is that investors are coming back into the Bridgeport area, attracted by price drops of 25 to 30 percent since the boom and that's a key step to seeing the market improve. Those investors will hold onto the properties for a while, rent them out, make improvements, she said, and then take a profit.
"When they start selling off, that's when we'll see the price increases," she said of the eastern section of the region.
firstname.lastname@example.com; or get updates at http://twitter.com/financialmines


text:
SJSU Special Collection NewsPosted by Danelle Moon at 8:58 PM
SJSU Special Collections has had a busy Fall Semester and is well into the Spring Semester of 2008. We have presented primary source instruction focused on graduate courses in research methods and for public history. We will be working with the 100W students in March and April, and will offer orientations to rare, fine press, and artists books for SJSU art and literature students, as well as for the local community colleges.
Of note, we are sponsoring a fabulous exhibit of pop-up books donated by SJSU Alumna, Jeanne Rose. We will have an opening reception on February 28, 2008, 5-7 PM. Jeanne began collection pop-up books as young mother, but developed a life-long fascination with this book-art form. The exhibit will be on display until the end of April.
In addition, we just added the Florene Stewart Poyadue Papers inventory to the OAC. These papers consist of administrative files, publicity and outreach material, photographs, and audiovisual material created by Poyadue and Parents Helping Parents (PHP) during her tenure with the organization. Poyadue's work with PHP transformed the organization from a small local support group to a national and international prototype for parent resource networks. Items in this collection document her contributions to PHP, and highlight how her vision and work impacted the lives of so many. Under Poyadue, PHP became a United Way agency in 1985, and was recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in 1990 as the model for parent to parent resource centers across the nation.
We are currently working on processing the collection of the Alpha Phi Alpha Alumni Records, and we have a group of students working on transcribing the oral histories of Historian, Glenna Matthews, among other print and digital collection projects.
Labels: Spring 2008


text:
MotorWeek Video Transcript: Chevrolet Sequel Fuel Cell
Jessica Shea Choksey:With concerns over petroleum consumption by cars continuing to rise, GM thinks they have a clean solution.
As the first electrically-driven fuel cell vehicle to travel 300 miles on a single tank of hydrogen, GM's Chevrolet Sequel truly made a historic voyage.
Under real-world conditions, journalists drove the Sequel in and out of traffic on public roads, expressways and all through the hills and valleys of New York state with water vapor the only emissions. Along with great range, the Sequel proved it could keep up with traffic with a 0-60 mile-per-hour time of about 10 seconds.
The Sequel concept is also the first vehicle to successfully integrate hydrogen fuel cell propulsion with a wealth of advanced technologies including wheel hub motors, lithium batteries, steer-and-brake-by-wire controls, and an aluminum structure.
GM will apply what it is learning from the Sequel to its Chevrolet volt advanced hybrid which could be available for sale by 2010. And that's it for this week's MotorNews.


text:
The Western Union Company is a leader in global payment services. Together with its Vigo, Orlandi Valuta, Pago Facil and Western Union Business Solutions branded payment services, Western Union provides consumers and businesses with fast, reliable and convenient ways to send and receive money around the world, to send payments and to purchase money orders.
Contact Information:
12500 E. Belford Ave
Englewood, CO 80112


text:
|Powered by QM on a Linux server
UniVerse and Unidata Toolkits
UniVerse Toolkit is a collection of software utilities for users of the UniVerse relational database management system. The Unidata Toolkit offers most of the same functionality for the Unidata environment.
These tools are of particular interest to users who have migrated to UniVerse or Unidata from Prime INFORMATION or PI/open where similar utilities are provided as part of the standard product, however, they also offer benefits to other users.
For further details, select a product item from the menu at the left of this screen.
The SED full screen editor provides UniVerse and Unidata users with the same functionality as the EDFS editor of Prime INFORMATION or PI/open plus many more features.
The UPDATE.RECORD utility provides UniVerse and Unidata users with the same functionality as its counterpart in Prime INFORMATION and PI/open plus some useful extensions.
The SHOW verb provides interactive select list generation for UniVerse and Unidata users. A subroutine interface allows application programs to contain embedded calls to this software.
The COM_EDIT command line editor is available only for UniVerse and allows use of the cursor keys to edit the command stack.
Although the original PI/open versions of UPDATE.RECORD and SHOW are now in UniVerse and there is an approximation of the command line editor, our versions include some really useful extensions and are also available for Unidata.


text:
Feb. 19, 2008
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Strong blocking helped power nationally-ranked No. 14 MIT to a 28-30, 30-12, 30-26, 30-22 victory over Emmanuel College in a non-conference men's volleyball match on Tuesday. The Engineers (11-6) evened the season series after the Saints (8-8) recorded a five-game win on January 22.
In the opening game MIT inched out to a 9-5 lead. A service error by the Engineers resulted in four unanswered points for Emmanuel. Each side traded a point before MIT mounted a 7-2 run that established a 17-12 advantage. The Saints slowly chipped away at the deficit and eventually tied the game at 20. Serving and hitting miscues by both sides kept the frame tight as there were four ties and two lead changes before the Engineers went up, 25-24. A strike by Curtis Abram set off a three-point spurt that gave Emmanuel the lead (27-25) for good. Both squads exchanged points to close out the frame as a kill by Brendan Ellis gave the Saints the win.
The Engineers bounced back in the second stanza by racing out to a 16-3 advantage. Emmanuel could not overcome the deficit as MIT outscored the visitors, 14-9, down the stretch.
The Saints jumped out to an 8-2 lead in the third game and later increased their margin to eight on three occasions, the last being at 19-11. The Engineers responded with a 9-2 run that brought them within one (21-20). Matt Salvi's kill gave Emmanuel some breathing room, but MIT picked up six out of the next eight points for a 26-24 edge. Following their own timeout, the Saints cut their deficit in half on Abram's hit that was deflected out of bounds on a MIT block. After trading points, a service error coupled with a block from Scott Pollom and a hit from Praveen Pamidimukkala wrapped up the game for the Engineers.
The early stages of the final frame were closely played as Emmanuel turned a 5-3 deficit into a 6-5 lead. Following three ties, a tip by Pollom sparked a 9-2 run that put the Engineers ahead, 17-10. The Saints narrowed the gap to six (21-15), but MIT scored four straight points for its largest margin of the game. Emmanuel continued to attack and once again came within six (26-20), however, the late rally fell short as the Engineers posted four of the next six points to seal up the match.
Pamidimukkala paced MIT's attack with 23 kills as Kenneth Rosche added 12 kills of his own. Garrett Winther notched a team-high nine blocks to go along with six assists while Michael Demyttenaere posted nine kills and six blocks. Tim Lee tallied 25 assists, eight digs, four blocks, and two aces as Philip Rogoz recorded 17 assists and nine digs. Pollom notched eight blocks while Ryan Dean and Matthew Ng finished with 10 and six digs, respectively.
Abram anchored the Saints' attack with 19 kills and a .410 hitting percentage. Michael Townsend collected 17 digs while Taylor Lowe dished out 41 assists.
Next up for MIT will be a road match at NECVA New England Division foe Lasell College on Thursday, Feb. 21. Emmanuel will host the University of New Haven, Mount Olive College, and Southern Vermont College on Saturday, Feb. 23.


text:
- Publisher: Mediatonic
- Genre: Entertainment
- Released: 18 Sep, 2009
- Size: 6.5 MB
- Price: FREE!
- App Store Info
DescriptionThe worlds first ever picnic defence simulator.
An innocent monster's glorious spread of sponges is under imminent threat from a parachuting avian invasion - they've come for the cake and they don't intend to share. Only you can save the day!
Fire Nomster at the greedy birds using his hastily constructed catapult and defend your sweet treats down to the last crumb.
For those about to bake - we salute you.
- Open ended challenge mode
- Mission grading and ranking
- Score combo and bonus system
- Special MAXIMUM BAKE mode
- Super cute original graphics
- Catchy theme tune and sound effects
- Addictive, original game play!
"We are adamant that you must play Must.Eat.Birds .... this is a shockingly creative game that deserves your attention." (4 out of 4) -- Slide to Play
"Must.Eat.Birds. is a simple and strange game that goes so far off the deep end that you can't help but smile while playing it." -- TouchArcade
"Must.Eat.Birds is a must.own.game. for you." -- Examiner.com
"If style and presentation could kill then Media Tonic would be death himself..... I've spent quite a bit of time with the game and I can whole heartedly recommend picking this one up, especially at it's current launch price."-- Astrosaurus
Mediatonic are the creators of online games such as Amateur Surgeon, Meowcenaries and Gigolo Assassin. For game play videos and free wallpapers check out http://www.musteatbirds.com


text:
Good 9er board?
Talk about any other sports here.
Moderators: Mr. Crackerz, JREED, Guybrush, 32
- Posts: 5705
- Joined: Mon Jul 02, 2007 5:40 am
Franchise Player
What I like about him is that even when he doesnt have a chance to smack you, he will just make the tackle. Willie Parker bounces outside past BY, and Willis chases him down, grabs him, tackles him by the shirt.
- Posts: 5705
- Joined: Mon Jul 02, 2007 5:40 am
Franchise Player
He is going to be a superstar player.
pawnograffiti wrote:TMC wrote:pawnograffiti wrote:If the Raiders were winning (And if i didn't make this statement) there'd be at least some of you guys on this forum preaching Silver & Black. I know it's tough to root for a losing team
A bit off topic, but you realize everybody here is a Warriors fan, don't you?. You're preaching to the wrong choir, pal.
I know man, I don't wanna sound "Old School" cause i ain't even shown my face in the Basketball section of this board for a long time But there's a few cats on this board that all of a sudden popped up on this board when the Warriors blew up (And you know what they probably root for the Niners)
I hate fricking bandwaggoning, I'm not gonna jump between Niners or Raiders whenever one of the teams are playing exceptionally well or bad. I've rooted for the Raiders & Warriors when they've been at there worst.
One reason i got turned off posting about the Warriors on this board as they seemed to fix there kinks. Nellie is god... why the **** do i need to comment on "Draft this guy" or "trade for this exemption" when everything in the Warriors front office seems to be under control (Sometimes from a purely internet forum approach, i want my team to be losing so i can bitch and moan about how to fix it)
Anyways, Yeah San Francisco really needs there own Bball team IMO. (it'd be good Cross city rivalry)
I know we have ventured off this topic a little, but I would like to respond to pawno.
Yes it is true that I didn't start posting here until the warriors started winning but it isn't because I hopped on the bandwagon. I just didn't have anything to post about, because I wasn't excited about the way my team had played in the previous 12 seasons. In a way I bared my pain alone, but when they gave me something to be excited about I started talking about them so much that all my friends and family (mostly non-warrior fans) got sick of hearing me go on about them. So I found this forum to share my enthusiasm with fellow warrior fans - plus this is one of the best forums I have found.
As far as me being a niner fan, well I am 22 years old and I can't remember ever not being a die hard niner fan. And the geography is a no-brainer, I live in Eureka, CA which is about 250 mi from SF so the Giants, Warriors, and the Niners are the closest pro teams. I have always been a homer, never a band wagoner.
The argument that you are a band wagoner for the Raiders could be more easily supported by the simple fact that the Raiders have had more success in the passed decade (AFC Championship) than the Niners. But I'm not going there, because I believe unless you are a Lakers, Yankees, Pats, or a Spurs fan that doesn't live in their respective areas then you are not a band wagoner.
On a side note I hate Lakers, Yankees, Pats, or Spurs fans period! Raiders fans are close to being in that group because it seems a lot of so-called Raider fans, know nearly nothing about their team nor football. But they are simply attracted to the "Bad Ass" like persona of the organization.
It's not fair to call me a band wagoner pawno - though I don't believe you were specifically referring to me - because I have not posted anything that could even remotely portray me as such.


text:
The Texas Repertory Theatre Presents THE FOREIGNER, 8/29-9/21
The Texas Rep Theatre Co., Houston's Uptown Classic Theatre, celebrates its 10th anniversary season opening on August 29th, with a revival of Larry Shue's comic masterpiece The Foreigner. Chosen by audiences as one of The Texas Repertory Theatre's "greatest hits", The Foreigner will preview on August 28th, open on August 29th, and run 4 performances a week through September 21st.
This award-winning comedy classic bowled audiences over in our 2010 season, and is based on a devilishly clever idea which demonstrates what can happen when a group of devious characters must deal with a stranger who (they think) knows no English. The fact that he does fuels the non-stop hilarity of the play and sets up the wildly funny climax in which things go ridiculously awry for the "bad guys" and the "good guys" emerge triumphant! A constant invitation to relax and laugh at the foolishness of life, The Foreigner has truly become one of America's favorite comedies.
The Texas Repertory Theatre production of The Foreigner features Texas Rep company members Jeff Lane, Lauren Dolk, David Walker, Rachel Mattox and Alan Hall as well as David Harlan and Danny Dyer making their Texas Rep debut under the direction of Walter Baker, who also directed the 2010 production. Performing in its 10th anniversary season, The Texas Repertory Theatre Co. has become one of Houston's premiere theatrical venues, and continues to offer year-round seasons of plays and musicals to the deserving audiences of NW Houston. For tickets or more information, call our friendly box office at 281-583-7573 or log onto www.texreptheatre.org.


text:
Richard H. "Squire" Shafer, 77, of Hamilton Township, Stroudsburg, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, in the VNA/Hospice House, East Stroudsburg.
He was the loving husband of Margaret A. (Overpeck) Shafer, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage on June 21, 2012.
Born on June 27, 1935, at home in Bossardsville, he was a son of the late Raymond Shafer and the late Dartha (Neal) Shafer Longyhore and was a lifetime resident of Monroe County.
He served four years in the Marine Corps where he held several positions, last serving at the Philadelphia Naval Station as an M.P.
He was a truck driver for Friedman's Express in Bath for 20 years, retiring in June 1998, and prior to that he drove for Pocono Motor Freight in Stroudsburg.
He had been a member of Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church in Hamilton Square.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, Cheryl Seese of Snydersville, Mark Shafer of Snydersville and Pamela Huge and her husband, Chris, of Sciota; five grandchildren, Gina Miller and her husband, Keith, Shaun Seese, Rochelle Seese and her fiance, Jafiu Osakowicz, Richard Kyle and his fiancee, Kally Henry, and Christopher Huge and his fiancee, Sarah George; two great-grandchildren, Lydia Miller and Cameron Huge, and he was expecting the third great-grandchild, Joshua Mark Shafer, on Jan. 25; a sister, Janet Burkett of Stroudsburg; a brother, Elwood Longyhore and his companion, JoAnn Leggieri, of McMichaels; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Harriett, and by a brother, Walter (Skip).
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 28, from the Kresge Funeral Home, 1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville, with the Rev. Brett Jenkins officiating. Burial will be in Buena Vista Cemetery, Brodheadsville. A viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Monday.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA/Hospice of Monroe County, 502 VNA Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.
Kresge Funeral Home
Route 209, Brodheadsville
Richard H. Shafer
Richard H. "Squire" Shafer, 77, of Hamilton Township, Stroudsburg, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, in the VNA/Hospice House, East Stroudsburg.


text:
vim :: repetition counter (and period command)
One of the funniest (and obscure) VIM features is repetition counter. Most of the commands allow the counter. Consider example (that needs to be typed in in normal mode):
The VIM's command 'l' is the command to move left (VIM supports motion keys as in old time games - 'h', 'j', 'k' and 'l' are correspondently left, down, up and right.) Prepended to it '20' is the repetition counter. If cursor was in position 1, after the command it would be in position 21 (or on end of line if it is shorter).
Would delete 1000 lines starting from current.
Would move cursor to third space in line, counting from current cursor position. (
:help f for find motion command.)
It is very useful at times for example combined with command '.' which is used to repeat last command(s). Example how to make a nice C comment with 50 dashes.
I intentionally made typing of dash separate, thus it can be later repeated with '.' command. I yet to gain complete understanding on how '.' works precisely, but in most obvious cases it works as expected.
:help . for more info. Experimentation plus 'u' undo command could help to get it right.
More info can be found in VIM under
:help count &
:help repeat.txt.