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Mr. Luther Coggin, Mrs. Ann Hicks, Dr. William Klostermeyer, Dr. Bruce Taylor
Ms. Toni Crawford, Mr. Wilfredo Gonzalez, Ms. Joan Newton
With a quorum being present, Chair Hicks called the meeting to order.
Committee Chair Hicks asked for a MOTION to approve the minutes for May 17, 2007. The MOTION was offered, seconded and passed.
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Chair Hicks asked Provost Mark Workman to speak about this item.
Provost Workman stated that this program was comparable to UNF's existing Spanish program and would join seven other French Studies programs within the State University System (SUS). This program would be solidly based within the liberal arts and significantly enhance the offerings within the College of Arts and Sciences. Provost Workman introduced Professor Shira Schwam-Baird and Professor Jorge Febles and asked them to speak about this program.
Professor Febles stated that all viable, strong language programs were grounded on French and Spanish – Spanish because it was so widely used and French because it was the international language of the European Union. He stated that, in order for UNF to create a true World Languages department, the French Studies program was necessary. This new program would intensify the interdisciplinary component. He also stated that UNF deserved a place among the other seven SUS institutions.
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Chair Hicks stated that the University had the good fortune, as a result of the flagship program within the Biology Department, to recruit a very distinguished senior scientist to lead the new Coastal Biology program.
Chair Taylor stated that Dr. Hackney was a distinguished biologist and a great person to work with. He stated that Dr. Hackney would be arriving at UNF in January.
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Professor Butler stated that the University limited use of live vertebrae animals. All protocol established by the IACUC and APHIS was followed regarding the use of these animals and all attempts were made to avoid any possible discomfort or pain. He stated that there were great benefits to using these animals and there was an obligation to train the next generation of scientists on the ethical use of these animals. He also stated that when possible computer simulations were used in lieu of working on live animals.
This report was for discussion only. No further action was required.
Chair Hicks asked Ms. Shawn Brayton, Director, Academic Affairs to speak about this item.
Ms. Brayton stated that the Board of Governors (BOG) approved a new rule governing new degree development in March of this year. She stated that the BOG felt that it would be beneficial if all new degree programs were approved by a similar process; therefore, the BOG asked each institution to revise current policies to ensure that they were following the same approval process.
She stated that the BOG did not approve bachelor or masters degree programs, but this new rule would require that all institutions use the same format that is currently in use by the BOG for approval of doctorial programs.
Vice President Serwatka said that this process had previously been governed by an internal policy and all programs match with the University's mission, as well as the BOT's mission. He stated that the policy being proposed reflected all changes requested by the BOG.
Chair Hicks asked for further discussion and/or a MOTION for approval. A MOTION was offered seconded and approved.
Chair Hicks asked Provost Workman to speak about this item.
Provost Workman stated that the University hired 57 new full-time, non-visiting faculty members last year. Of these 57 hires, 29 were female and 13 were minority. He stated that the University was making a concerted effort through the Diversity Task Force to recruit and hire minority faculty.
Trustees asked for clarification on how many of these hires were new positions. Provost Workman stated that of the 57 new hires, 22 were for new faculty positions.
This item was for discussion purpose only. No further action was required.
Chair Hicks asked Associate Vice President Kaye to speak about this item.
Associate Vice President Kaye provided and enrollment update and the composition of this year's First-Time-In-College (FTIC) student profile, stating that the numbers being presented were preliminary but would be final before the October Board of Trustees meeting.
Ms. Kaye stated that total enrollment for the fall 2007 term was 16,418 students. Of these, 1606 were FTIC freshmen which represented a 2.03% growth in total enrollment over the last year. Geographic diversity continued to remain strong with the crown region accounting for 55% of FTIC enrolled students, including 33% of FTIC enrolled students from Duval County.
Ms. Kaye stated that, with regard to enrollment, the University had turned a corner, particularly with the freshman class which had decreased as a result of the budgetary issues. Concerted efforts were being made not only to restrict enrollment with the freshmen class but to keep this enrollment flat.
Ms. Kaye stated that in fall 2007 minority enrollment increased slightly, including a slight increase in FTIC over last year.
Ms. Kaye spoke about the academic profile, stating that the average newly enrolled FTIC GPA for the fall 2007 semester was 3.60, slightly higher than last year's average of 3.58. The average SAT score for this same group was 1177.12 which was a significant increase over last year's score of 1166.
Ms. Kaye presented the data for scholarships, stating that 82.6% of FTIC students enrolled in the fall 2007 term received state scholarships with in-state scholarships amounting to $6.88 million.
Ms. Kaye spoke about the Presidential Scholarship Program, stating that this program was revised for the 2007 recruiting year with the requirements being higher. This year the program included a $2,000 award that went to students the University felt were missing scholarship opportunity. There were 179 Presidential Scholars for a total of $505,000 in scholarships awarded. These students were retained at 95% from the freshman to sophomore year, compared to 75% for general retention.
Ms. Kaye discussed fall 2007 enrollment stating that some numbers went down, which was intentional. Severe deadlines had been imposed with intentions to limit certain populations of students who did not meet the core of the University's mission. This trend would continue for the next several years. Also, fewer transfer student applications were received because of strict adherence to deadlines.
Ms. Kaye stated that there were significant differences in full-time versus part-time students – over the past years there were increases in full-time students. Transfer and graduate students were increasingly becoming full-time.
Ms. Kaye stated that there were changes in the gender mix with male enrollment edging up slightly and ethnic diversity also increasing a bit. The number of degrees awarded had increased significantly which would make an impact on the education level within the community.
This report was provided for information only. There was no further action required.
Chair Hicks asked Ms. Shawn Brayton, Director, Academic Affairs, to speak about this item.
Ms. Brayton stated that UNF was currently ranked 43rd in the U.S. News and World Report College Ranking, which was up 11 positions as compared to the two years ago. She stated that UNF was listed in the Southern Universities – Master's Top Schools, according to the Carnage classifications. This ranking included universities offering primarily bachelor's and master's programs.
Ms. Brayton provided an overview of the categories used for measurement, including peer assessment, retention, faculty resources, student selectivity, financial resources and annual giving.
Trustees asked if there was an opinion about the future for the U. S. News and World Report rankings. Ms. Brayton stated that consumers did regularly utilize this report and other similar publications.
Chair Taylor stated that this report was a marker for the University and it might be wise to review rankings in two or three similar reports. The University did not need to pay particular attention to individual indices but might benefit from tracking the big picture.
This report was provided as information only. No further action was required.
Chair Hicks asked Dr. David Fenner, Dean of the Graduate School, to speak about this item.
Dean Fenner stated that this report provided a snapshot of UNF's Graduate School. Headcount and FTE were both down from fall 2005 to fall 2006; however, there were five reasons for guarded optimism: the University had increased funding for marketing, application numbers had risen, the FTE target had recently increased, and two new doctoral programs and three new engineering degrees were recently added.
Chair Taylor asked for clarification on the impact of the tuition policy set by the Legislature, restricting UNF's ability to lower out-of-state graduate tuition. Dean Fenner stated that this tuition was extremely high and did restrict out-of-state applications for graduate programs. Chair Taylor stated that out-of-state students would enrich the program and that this was a problem.
This report was provided for information only. No further action was required.
Chair Hicks adjourned the meeting.
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Posted 16 April 2003 - 12:11 PM
Here's my quiry. I've been diving for decades, but never got into the UW photo end of it. Now I want to. I have money, that's not an issue. Issue is I have no experience with photography both topside and unerwater. What I've been thinking of doing is OBVIOUSLY learning, but purchasing the Nikon D100 camera and some lens' and the Titan D100 housing for it with strobes to be added, etc. Now, don't flame me just yet.
The way I figure, why spend $500 (or around there) for something I learn on and then realize it's inferior when I start getting more into it. Then that 'toy' is then useless. Learning 'seems' easier on video, but I get bored by video, you watch it once, the you yawn later. Put a picture on the wall though and you smile every time you walk past it. I like the idea of digital. Have seen a million people (not exact count) with film cameras, Nikonos, housed, etc, etc, etc and think GREAT stuff...but millions of dollars in film and processing, and mistakes that can't be corrected until you see the processing later....whatever, not my desire.
So I figure to purchase slightly higher end cameras with digital technology and I might improve the learning curve more quickly. AM I WRONG? STUPID IN THINKING THIS WAY?
Any serious photography suggestions from people who know what they are talking about on cameras, housings, or where I should be starting would be greatly appreciated!! I don't mind spending $6000+ for a system if I do it right.
(Should I wait longer for more megapixels? Friends of mine use Fuji Velvia on their trips and I have yet to see any digital out there that comes close in crisp images and texture...sometimes digital seems so "flat"...speed technology for us all, please!)
Posted 16 April 2003 - 12:22 PM
Seriously, you can spend A ton of money and get the best or a smaller amount and get a decent set up, unitl you spend a lot of time practiing and learning, it wount matter.
Do get a slr, either digital or film, if you are serious about taking up this hobby. You will end up with one.
As far as megapixels, dont let that drive your decision unless you plan on doing serious cropping or making huge enlargements. What you want is a good camera with great optics and autofocus if possible.
I love digital, shoot it exclusively topside, but I am using film now underwater simply because I like it better. Film set ups are cheap, relatively, and I only dive once a year.
That said, if you are good with digital, and have good gear, it is every bit as good as film if not better in most cases. I really think that nowadays the only thing that film can dothat digital cant is handle the sunshots and bright whites a lot better.
Others will give you a ton of advice on different gear and set up recommendations, they are much more knowledgable than I. I just wanted to get you thining about the why and how often of the equation.
Posted 16 April 2003 - 12:25 PM
Don't start with a DSLR unless you absolutely feel you have to. SLR cameras yield nicer results, BUT, they are also much harder to learn how to use.
Instead, why not get a hight quality consumer camera that will give you FULL control of the camera features, so you can learn how everything works. You can sell it for almost no loss (talking hundreds of dollars) and just consider it a learning tool.
I'm afraid that if you invest in a $6,000 "tool" you will expect "pro" results right away, and you will be disappointed.
It's funny, an average driver doesn't go out and buy a formula 1 car and expect to drive like Mario Andretti. But a photographer will go out and buy an F5 or a D1x and expect to shoot like a pro on day one.
This is just my humble editorial opinion. I'd suggest you get a Coolpix setup and a strobe. I've got a Coolpix 990 setup that you can try out as long as you don't break it. :-)
Dual Ikelite Strobes
Photo site - www.reefpix.org
Posted 16 April 2003 - 03:28 PM
Anyways, learn digital photography first, then go SLR if you think the P&S cameras are holding you back.
Canon 7d, Nauticam, Lots of glass, Olympus OMD-EM5, Nauticam, 60 macro, 45 macro, 8 mm fisheye, Inon, S&S, Athena Strobes plus lots of fiddly bits.
Posted 16 April 2003 - 03:56 PM
Now, if you know you won't be happy with a modest system right away, consider a SLR housing from a proven still housing company. The list is long, but I would be wary of the Titan D100. The last thing you want is a housing failing that you can't service and who's functions no one understands. I would put the Titan at the very bottom of the list for beginners with its unconventional strobe circuitry, infrared grips, and electronic interfaces. Of course, it's at the bottom of my list for everyone else, too. Anyone familiar with a housed SLR could help you with an Aquatica and if you had an Aquatica, Nexus or Subal D100 in your hand, you'd realize they give up nothing to L&M.
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Posted 16 April 2003 - 04:13 PM
Posted 16 April 2003 - 08:27 PM
If I could have afforded a Hasselblad camera when I started out, instead of the Olympus OM 10 I bought. I believe it wouldnt have made much difference in the learning curve in my own evolution as a photographer.
Understanding the basic principals and relationships between aperture and shutter speed and its relationship to the correct exposer will not change no matter what make of camera you select.
This might be over simplifying the matter, but never the less, your image quality will be based on your knowledge and your equipment, at least youll be ahead of the game with the better equipment on your side.
Chances are that if you buy any camera now, youll be up grading to the new and better one when its released, and youll probably have your more expensive DSLR longer than a consumer camera.
Anyway its good for the economy , spend, spend, spend.
Posted 16 April 2003 - 10:04 PM
Another suggestion would be to take a class. There are many basic topside things you need to know before you attempt the underwater stuff. You might also want to look into Marty Snyderman's Online Course in Underwater Photography. Whether you are shooting film or digital, it covers a lot of very basic topics all underwater photographers need to know.
If you spend $6000 on a setup and don't like it, you're in a lot deeper than if you spend $2000 on a setup and don't like it. I'd spend some of that cash on a nice trip to a warm water resort destination with camera rental options. Try out a couple of different setups and see what you like. Then you'll be in a much better position to make a decision on what to buy.
Skype address: underwatercolours
Posted 17 April 2003 - 01:28 AM
My D100 will be with me for quite some time! Great camera, fast camera, great image quality!
One other thing that noone mentioned was the increased maintenence on the DSLR - You'll have twice as many o-rings to maintain, and twice as much to lose if you don't do a good job. Underwater photography is time consuming before and after the dive. I've known too many people that felt that they should buy the best - $ no concern - but then get annoyed at the expensive repair fees because they didn't maintain their sync cords and they froze into the bulkheads. It is not all about taking pictures - you have to be willing to commit 1/2 an hour (longer at first) before and after the dive to the camera setup and cleanup. It requires far more attention to detail than setting up your scuba gear, so you shouldn't be chatting with your dive buddy as you go through these motions. My girlfriend, for example, loves handling the camera underwater - if I set it up and clean it up. What fun for me!
Take a class - or find a buddy with a few cameras (most of us have too many!) to show you what is involved in preparation.
Sea & Sea strobes
Posted 17 April 2003 - 01:48 AM
I was in your situtation 6 months ago when I decided to start underwater photography. I first bought a Canon G2Pro for topside use, and went for an Ikelite housing+single DS 125 strobe. I practiced topside and became quite comfortable with the rig in a few weeks.
Then I went to Cuba to start UW photography for the first time in my life... and the results where clearly above my expectations (some of the best pics can be seen there : http://2a2b.free.fr).... and I still have room for improvments !!
I know these forums are read by a lot of Olympus / Nikon users... but Canon G2/G3 (high end consumer cams) are very user friendly as well and give excellent results for beginners topside and UW !
Posted 17 April 2003 - 01:50 AM
Posted 17 April 2003 - 05:17 AM
I disagree with the point and shoot route. The poster has indicated that he is comfortable with the money side of the equation. Assuming he falls in love with this hobby, it will be a very short time before he wlltrade to a SLR if for no other reason than to combat the shutter lag of P/S cameras. Modern SLR's have the benefit of being as easy to shoot as a P/S or as complicated as you want to make it.
UW gear depreciates very fast......if you have the funds, and your sure you want to do this, why not start with a set up that you can grow into without having to go thru the buy-sell-upgrade-sell-upgrade routine.
that said.....Rent or borrow first!
Posted 17 April 2003 - 05:33 AM
Posted 17 April 2003 - 07:19 AM
To help in my ambitions, here's a little background and my initial outlook toward the puchasing. I believe I am a good diver (still learning on every dive), and have dives well into 4 figures. My wife and I take an average of +/- 4 dive trips a year. We love it and fortunatley or unfortunately, however you look at it, we have no children, so traveling is a great passion of ours.
I've tried underwater video and realize the big difference any camera in your hand changes the way you dive. I know that starting out means a large learned curve is ahead and quite frankly, no matter what camera system I get, I believe I'll pretty much suck at it for a while. To me, it should be an ongoing development through the decades. I just like to be wise with my purchases, owning better QUALITY tools to make the results better with experience.
I agree with the topside training philosophy. I expect to take courses, not only at local photo shops but online with Snyderman's course - who I've met many times and believe he has a great program going. (We've only spoken of trips and rebreathers in the past).
Renting seems somewhat difficult at times, as though you gain experience, sometimes you can't seem to find a variety of camera options on locale - though I might be looking at this from the wrong angle.
A far as the care issue of my investment, this is not a concern for me. Why? Because I work part time as a dive store technician and own 3 regs myself which I service constantly besides the 300 other regs I do a year. I'm more meticulous than most people have had experience with, my goal with every reg is to be the best in perfection - lets just say there's not many who know and take care of their gear better.
F5, D1X, did somebody say?? Look at the puddle of drool on the keyboard. (Though that's out of my league. Isn't an F5 like a ferrari compared to a model T vesrsus the Nikonos V?) And the Nikonos RS - why'd they half to go and do that, tears here... I've been 'around' many photographers before and different models, but just an observer watching from the sideline....like a boy watching the pizza guy toss the spinning dough in the air...it's so cool, I want to do that, just not waste any 'dough' nor end up with it on my face.
Don't you just LOVE this lifestyle and the oceans around us? Boy we are so lucky to live life!
Tell me if I'm wrong, but I think some good investments would be a few (not jsut one) intro course on photography and different models. Gainign experience and learning how the models produce results to find the desired acheievements in the future.
It's just that with cameras, there seems to be so many choices and good options out there, I just want to invest in more of the cream of the crop - I do with all my gear, less headaches that way.
Any further suggestions are greatly appreciated. Really, thank you all so much for your patience, time, and help with all of this!
Posted 17 April 2003 - 07:43 AM
1: Nikon RS Used. With all the lenses and 2 good strobes this would'nt be much more than a good digital set up. Its lighter, smaller and simply an awesome underwater set up.
2: Either the Fuji the Nikon or the Canon DSLR with a high end housing. I love canon, have 4 canon cameras, but Nikon mount cameras have a huge advantage underwater. Tone of more housing options. (Although this is changing.) Problem with canon digital is you cannot get TTL flash hard wired. I think you can with the Fuji and nikon. You have to add a sensor system for the canon. (Not sure about the Fuji)
Of course the purists will tell you to shoot manual strobes and bracket, which is correct if your subject stands still.
Either system is awesome, and you cant beat digital for being able to see and correct your mistakes on the fly. That said, if I dove as much as you did, and was positive I was going to keep it up, I would probably invest in an RS system used, assuming I could find one I trusted.
But then again.....I am still one of the oldtime film holdouts. :ph34r:
Posted 17 April 2003 - 08:42 AM
I was so bummed, years ago the previous dive store owner here who I am friends with had an RS, but wasn't sure what he would do with it. He owns an F5 now, but when I asked him about the the RS, he had traded it in.
...even not knowing photo, I new the RS' reputation...lost opportunity made a grown man pout, it did. I might look into the RS, I could always try UW photo-tech or Southern Nikonos for one?....decisions, decisions, decisions....argh, it's frustrating.
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Fall Getaways 2010
Where to go and what to do: Six nearby spots where you can shop, dine, explore — and relax
Photograph courtesy of Equinox Resort
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The bad news: Summer is winding down. If you're like many folks, that weeklong vacation spent on Cape Cod or at the Jersey shore is now but a distant memory. And before you know it, winter will be rearing its snowy head, making travel planning all but impossible.
The good news: Autumn is the perfect season to escape for a long weekend here in the Northeast. Mother Nature usually cooperates, often providing blue skies, pleasant temperatures — and brilliantly colored foliage — in September and October. You can still engage in many of those favorite summertime activities (hiking, biking, wine tasting, antiques shopping) in the fall. And best of all, you won't have to spend hours riding in the car — or, worse yet, fighting your way to the airport — to reach your destination.
We've discovered six locations that offer everything you could ask for in a getaway trip: good eats, luxurious accommodations, interesting sights to see, access to outdoor fun — and abundant fall color. Our profiles highlight locales in Rhode Island, southern Vermont, and northwestern Connecticut — as well as three spots in our very own Hudson Valley. So if you'd like to sleep in a hotel room fashioned out of a helicopter, take a lesson in falconry, hang out at a watering hole where actor James Cagney once held court — or just enjoy some plain old peace and quiet — read on.


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I'm excited to offer another fun 12 Days of Christmas series at Deal Seeking Mom. Each day through 12/7, I'll post a new 3-day giveaway! Browse all of the giveaways here.
I started drinking coffee when I was working third shift to put myself through college. Back then it was just what I needed to get up and moving and make it through my shift. These days, while it's still a great morning pick me up, I really just have grown to love the taste and could drink it morning, noon, and night — and I often do.
However, no one else in our household is a coffee drinker (well, aside from my 2-year-old who will sneak sips of mine whenever the opportunity arises). That's why single-serve coffee makers like the Tassimo Hot Beverage System are the perfect solution for our family!
I can brew coffee whenever I want it, and it's always hot and fresh — not sitting around in a pot all morning. I love that they offer Starbucks brand TDISCs, and the best part is Tassimo Brewers make 7 different types of beverages. So I can brew a coffeehouse-style cappuccino or latte right in my own kitchen! It also makes regular coffee, espresso, crema, tea, and much to the delight of my kids, hot chocolate.
The brewing process is simple and safe enough that even my kids can brew a cup safely, and they love to surprise me by preparing me a cup of coffee before I get out of bed in the morning. Isn't that sweet?
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Pope Says He Won't Judge Gay Priests
Pope Francis is reaching out to gays, saying he won't judge priests for their sexual orientation. In a remarkably open and wide-ranging news conference the pope says, "If someone is gay and he searches for the Lord and has good will, who am I to judge?"
Francis' predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI, signed a document in 2005 that said men with deep-rooted homosexual tendencies should not be priests. Francis has been much more conciliatory, saying gay clergymen should be forgiven and their sins forgotten.
Francis' remarks came today during a plane journey back to the Vatican from his first foreign trip in Brazil.
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The Arts and Sciences Centre in Valencia
Valencia offers all the guarantees to ensure your business incentive trip is a resounding success. More and more people are coming to this sunny, seductive Mediterranean capital, which offers so many alternatives to visitors. These are proposals that include leisure, enjoyment, work, gastronomy and sport.
Valencia offers a broad range of possibilities for business incentive trips. This city is ideal for programmes combining business meetings with leisure and enjoyment, teambuilding programmes or even trips and outings of a completely recreational nature. On the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Valencia awaits you with its streets and monuments, packed with vitality and history, its countryside areas, eventful cultural calendar, first-rate infrastructure and communications, gastronomic delights, its lively nightlife, and its mild and sunny climate. Overall, a revitalised city that marries tradition and the avant-garde perfectly. The Arts and Sciences Centre is the best example of Valencia's new look.
Cultural destination with the best gastronomy
The Valencia Convention Bureau has designed various incentive programmes which include all kinds of activities. From a cultural programme with visits to the city's historic centre, museums, monuments and emblematic sites, to a traditional programme, with the emphasis on more folkloric, regional aspects of the city, with the chance to savour typical dishes such as paella, to go shopping for souvenirs and culinary produce, and to visit places like a traditional farmstead or a regional country house.
There is so much variety in Valencia that right in the city centre you will find the Central Market, one of the largest in Europe, and discover the products from the Valencian fertile irrigated lands and the sweet taste of "horchata" (tiger nut milk). Right opposite the Market is one of the most important Gothic civil monuments in Europe - the Silk Exchange - with was awarded the World Heritage designation by the UNESCO. Another interesting proposal is the Porcelain City, which offers programmes that will show you how artisans work, and you can visit the Lladró Museum. And to round things off, we suggest a concert at the exclusive Palau de la Música auditorium while you enjoy a typically Mediterranean dinner.
A unique experience
In Valencia you will also find active programmes that will enable the most daring to fly in a hot air balloon, or enjoy the excitement of motor sports. In August the city turns into an urban circuit when it holds the European Formula 1 Grand Prix. You can also organise visits to the Region of Valencia's "Ricardo Tormo" race track, the venue for one of the events in the Motorcycle Racing World Championship.
For those looking for something quieter, then nothing better than a golf, tennis or beach volleyball tournament; water sports like kayaking; a cycle route around the historic centre; horse riding on the beach; hiking in the l'Albufera Nature Reserve, where you will also be able to sail on a boat. Do you prefer the sea? Well, Valencia is the perfect place to practise water sports with top quality facilities. Proof of this is that in 2007 it was chosen as the first European venue for the most important worldwide sailing championship - America's Cup. At Valencia's Sailing Club you will be able to hire boats with or without a skipper, and sail the Mediterranean.
There are many options and Valencia offers all the facilities: the airport is situated only eight kilometres from the city centre and is connected with the centre by metro. It only takes two hours to fly from Geneva or Basel to Valencia.
Another of Valencia's strong points is its wide hotel offer. You will find more than 75 in total, including five-star hotels such as the Meliá Valencia Palace, Sidi Saler, Eurostars Gran Valencia, Hospes Palau de la Mar, Las Arenas Spa Resort, Sorolla Palace and The Westin Valencia
Without a question, Valencia is perfect for business incentive trips. That is why large companies choose this city to present their products or to film their advertising campaigns. The great sports institutions choose this city to hold events such as the Formula 1 World Championship, America's Cup or the Motorcycle Racing World Championship. Because in Valencia, success is guaranteed.


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The United Nations declared its first global agreement on enhancing safety and regulation in the scope of international migration. As the first of its kind, the Global Compact for Migration displays once again the narratives with which migration is discussed in our time and the quest for coherence in...Read more
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If Artificial Intelligence, just like any other technological revolution, offers great opportunities, I believe that it also presents numerous risks that are inextricably nested. No one can ensure that those algorithms act in favour of our well-being, because it always depends on who uses it, and how. In my...Read more
The US midterm elections on the 6th November 2018 have brought new movement into the already shaken political landscape of the United States. The midterms are held every 2 years to partially re-elect the US Congress, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representative, as well as states'...Read more
This guide was inspired by the Erasmus+ Training Program "Youth workers engaged to prevent radicalization of young people" organized in Eforie South, Romania by the association Youth Vision. It took place from the 7th September to the 14th September 2018. There is a spectre haunting Europe – the spectre...Read more
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From 25 September to 2 October, myself and another intern at the ICRP took part in an Erasmus+ Study Visit in Thessaloniki, Greece, part of the 'Cross the Borders' project, whose purpose is to exchange best practices between youth engaged in work with migrants and refugees. Apart from the...Read more
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Okay. I know it's a settings thing. Sometime, a long, long time ago – probably when leadership was being invented – I must have indicated that I wanted LinkedIn to serve me anything to do with the act of leadership.
So on a daily basis, I read headline after ever-freaking-painful headline (and a bunch of personal updates too) on what a great leader is, how to be one, and what to do if you're not one.
Believe me, crappy leaders didn't make the same mistake I did. LinkedIn isn't serving them the Leadership barf that the rest of us are seeing. They don't care. So please – how do I change my settings?
Here's my list of the leaders not hearing all the great leadership insight being served by the leadership experts on LinkedIn.
- The smartest guy in the Room – trust me, it's a guy. This dude has all the answers. Always has. Always will. His business could and will be falling down around his ears at some point but he IS IN CHARGE. That's leadership baby. If you don't like it. Leave.
- The 'successful' entrepreneur. This dude (yeah, almost certainly a dude too) has already built and sold a business. Nothing that applies to anyone else applies here. Every business this dude touches is different and the sheer brilliance required to deliver on that pretty much eliminates the need for any outside perspective.
- The struggling entrepreneur. Do you think this person has the time to surf LinkedIn for leadership advice? Really? Just staying afloat is tough enough, especially with people quitting all the time. No time for leadership advice here. Move along.
- The 'successful' leader. We all are. Let's face it. And frankly, we know so much and we're so busy sharing our leadership brilliance and trying to stand out from all the other successful leadership junkies, there's no freaking way we're reading your stuff.
So. Bottom line. Enough with the leadership advice! The people who need it don't care. And the ones who care aren't leaders. They're employees. Wishing that one day soon a real leader will walk into their life.


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I have an old 6 hp, 600 rpm Lister diesel engine that's been running on waste veggie oil for about six months. It drives a 3-kilowatt, 240 VAC, 60 Hz generator, which powers various equipment in my shop.
I'm now wondering if I might convert it to back-feed the grid to take advantage of net metering. Aside from any legal issues, what would I need technically? Can the AC generator work with some kind of grid-tie inverter to back-feed the grid, or would I need a DC generator? If this could work, what type, voltage, and brand of grid-tie inverter would work best? I would like to run the generator for eight to 10 hours a day to offset some of our electrical loads. Though it will not be enough to run the whole farm, it could offset a good portion of our electricity use.
George Berz • Fresno, California
Congratulations, George. You've made an important piece of internal combustion history come alive! Diesel-fueled stationary engines from the U.K.-based R.A. Lister Company were first produced in 1929. They are legendary for their low fuel consumption and tolerance of varied fuels, plus quiet, reliable, and low-rpm operation. Lister clones are still produced in India, and are widely used there for pumping water and generating electricity in remote areas.
However, using this engine and generator to offset a portion of your electricity use may not be cost-effective here in the United States. To determine if it's a wise idea, try connecting a steady load of about 1 kW to your generator through a kWh meter (like the inexpensive Kill A Watt unit) and measure exactly how much fuel the generator consumes to produce 1 kWh. Compare the utility's retail electricity rate that you pay per kWh, the wholesale rate that they will pay you for electricity you generate, and your cost per kWh for bringing the fuel to your Lister. Even with your "free" fuel source, you'll still have to consider the costs of procuring, transporting, and processing the vegetable oil, as well as engine wear, maintenance, and your time costs. The profit margin will be slim at best, and most likely negative.
If you somehow still find the math favorable, consult with a renewable energy dealer for advice on which battery-based grid-tie inverters to consider and the cost of the balance-of-system components, wiring, permits, and inspections you'll need. It's unlikely that any "direct" batteryless grid-tie inverter would be guaranteed to work properly with the output of your generator, even if you were to convert it to produce DC directly. These inverters are intended for either the DC output of a photovoltaic system or the wild three-phase AC output of a small wind or hydro turbine rectified to DC.
Once you have a grid-tie system cost estimate from a dealer, you can predict how long it would take you to pay off the investment—I would guess many years, if ever. Instead, consider adding a solar-electric array with battery backup to your grid-tie system instead. Then, in the dire case of a grid blackout with no solar input, you can listen to the gentle "putt-putt-putt" of your veggie-oil-powered Lister while your inverter powers your home from the battery bank.
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Rays cling to Wild Card spot; NL Central a dead heat
Three weekends remain in the regular season, and there will be two more weeks on the calendar come Monday. One goal is on the minds of contenders: October.
The countdown is on, and the Pulse of the Postseason can be felt from coast to coast as teams try to stretch their baseball calendars into that special month. There are 16 teams still in the hunt -- some more on the scent than others, but all with laser focus on the next opportunity to improve their stake in the postseason races.
Three weekends remain in the regular season, and there will be two more weeks on the calendar come Monday. One goal is on the minds of contenders: October.
The countdown is on, and the Pulse of the Postseason can be felt from coast to coast as teams try to stretch their baseball calendars into that special month. There are 16 teams still in the hunt -- some more on the scent than others, but all with laser focus on the next opportunity to improve their stake in the postseason races.
Heading into a crucial weekend of games, the American League Wild Card is still very much a toss-up, the National League Central is knotted up once again and the postseason field as a whole is up in the air.
When the Cardinals took a loss to the Brewers and the Pirates beat the Cubs on Thursday, the NL Central race continued to show that there is still plenty to be decided in 2013.
"Those guys are playing good baseball. We're playing good baseball," Cardinals starter Joe Kelly said after the Pirates and Cardinals found themselves in a first-place tie again. "It's going to be a fun run toward the end."
One more day of fun down, another 16 days to go.
Thursday's slate began with a trio of contests with postseason implications, and each of the contenders won. The Braves took a step closer to the NL East title, knocking their Magic Number down to six with a 6-1 win at Miami, while the Nationals crept closer to the Wild Card-leading Reds with a 7-2 win over the Mets.
In Minnesota, the AL West-leading A's continued their September surge, pushing their lead in the division to 3 1/2 games over the idle Rangers as they head to Texas for a showdown this weekend. From A.J. Griffin's shutdown effort to more offense from Yoenis Cespedes and Co. to another defensive gem from Josh Donaldson, the A's did everything right in an 8-2 win over the Twins.
So slick: @BringerofRain20 makes a play you shouldn't to be able to make. http://t.co/DGBVCf0wsX- MLB (@MLB) September 12, 2013
One other positive for Oakland has been the return of right fielder Josh Reddick, who has struggled with ineffectiveness and injury this year but had a solo homer and three RBIs as he joins the chase for another postseason berth.
"It kind of stunk not being able to be a part of it, but I was hoping to come back and just jump on board and not screw up the rhythm," Reddick said. "Hopefully, more days like this are coming."
As evening approached, so did rains into the Baltimore area, delaying the final meeting between a pair of AL East rivals and AL Wild Card pursuers. But the Yankees and Orioles eventually tangled at Camden Yards.
It was early in that one that the Yankees were dealt yet another injury blow with center fielder Brett Gardner exiting the game in the first inning with an oblique injury -- a tricky ailment that could put him out for the duration.
Have to think that even if Brett Gardner's oblique strain is mild, his regular season may be over. Only 15 games left after tonight.- Bryan Hoch (@BryanHoch) September 13, 2013
As they have done all year, the Yankees carried on without a fallen teammate, notching a wild 6-5 victory over the O's that brought them to 11 games over .500 -- one off their season high of 12 over, last seen on May 25. What was thought to be a Mariano Rivera save was ruled a victory, and the Yankees used the series at Baltimore to shift ahead of the Orioles in the Wild Card race.
It was up to the Rays to determine whether they would hold on to the AL Wild Card lead, and they were knotted up with the Red Sox into the late innings Thursday, keeping the race in limbo.
At the same time, the Indians were carving up Chicago's pitching, as they built a four-run lead in the top of the first and kept on scoring in a 14-3 win over the White Sox. In the first, it was Nick Swisher getting the Tribe on the board with a solo homer, before Ryan Raburn provided the big wallop with a three-run shot off White Sox starter John Danks.
Great win tonight.. Tons of contributions from people. Time for the Tribe to make its final push #SeptemberSurge- Jason Kipnis (@TheJK_Kid) September 13, 2013
But the pursuers would be staved off from making up any ground, as the Rays held on for a 4-3 victory. Rookie Wil Myers drove home Evan Longoria in the bottom of the eighth with a double that landed inches inside the right-field line, and Fernando Rodney left the tying run stranded in scoring position to avert the sweep at home against Boston.
"We needed a win bad," the 22-year-old Myers said. "With the Wild Card getting tight, we needed a win here. We didn't want to get swept by those guys, so I think that was a good team win."
No one will gain ground in the race for the 2nd AL Wild Card spot tonight. #Rays edge #RedSox 4-3.- MLB (@MLB) September 13, 2013
So, as we head into the weekend, the Rangers are in the top Wild Card spot, two games ahead of the Rays. Then it's the Yankees one game behind, the Indians 1 1/2 out, and the Orioles and Royals both 2 1/2 games removed from the final playoff spot.
Of course, the NL Central kept things lively, too. The Pirates secured a 3-1 victory over the Cubs at PNC Park that featured a lockdown performance by Jeff Locke, and then left it to the Brewers to do the rest, as they beat the Cardinals, 6-2.
With the Pulse of the Postseason continuing to race toward the finish line this weekend, there are meaningful games all over the map, including a showdown in the AL West, the final Yankees-Red Sox meeting of the season and a pair of teams looking to become the first to clinch a postseason spot.
The Dodgers and Braves both have a berth in their grasp this weekend. Any combination of Dodgers wins and D-backs losses adding up to five puts Los Angeles officially on the NL West throne for 2013. The Braves need a sweep of the Padres and a Phillies sweep of the Nationals for the same to happen in the NL East. But both are on the cusp with more than two weeks to go.
Elsewhere, clinching isn't really in the picture yet, although the A's could take a big step toward a second straight AL West title in their final meeting with the Rangers this season. In Detroit, the AL Central-leading Tigers will host the upstarts of all upstarts in the Royals, winners of eight of 11. Kansas City comes into town to face Justin Verlander in what figures to be a pivotal series in at least the AL Wild Card race -- if not the division race.
In Boston, the Red Sox will host the Yankees for their final meeting as well. The two teams have split the first six games at Fenway Park this season, but the Sox have already clinched the season series, leading the 19-game set, 10-6. Considering some of the losses the Yankees sustained along the way, the Red Sox can't help but notice that those gritty, gutty behemoths are still in the mix.
"I think they've done an awesome job to be in the position they're in given the number of games missed by their regular players," Red Sox manager John Farrell said. "You respect the way they go about their work."
With the Dodgers aiming at a title, they have the defending World Series winners in town for a rivalry series that continues on Friday with a prime-time pitching matchup of young lefties on top of their games: Madison Bumgarner of the Giants vs. Clayton Kershaw of the Dodgers.
There you go: just another typical September weekend.
Friday's key games to watch (all times ET)
Indians (Salazar, 1-2) at White Sox (Santiago, 4-8), 2:10 p.m. Preview >
The Tribe went off offensively Thursday, and it might be up to that lineup to keep this club in the hunt.
Cubs (Arrieta, 3-4) at Pirates (Morton, 7-4), 7:05 p.m. Preview >
This four-game series begins a string of 13 of the last 17 in which the Cubs will play a postseason contender.
Phillies (Kendrick, 10-12) at Nationals (Strasburg, 7-9), 7:05 p.m. Preview >
Strasburg has gone 2-0 in three starts against the Phillies this year, allowing just one earned run in 23 innings of work, striking out 29 while just walking three.
Orioles (Hammel, 7-8) at Blue Jays (Redmond, 3-2), 7:07 p.m. Preview >
With July acquisition Bud Norris a scratch, the O's go with Opening Day starter Jason Hammel, who has been in the bullpen since returning from the DL on Sept. 5.
Royals (Chen, 7-2) at Tigers (Verlander, 12-11), 7:08 p.m. Preview >
The upstart Royals enter the series having won eight of 11, while the Tigers have won four of their last 10, dropping two of three in K.C. last weekend.
Yankees (Kuroda, 11-10) at Red Sox (Lackey, 9-12), 7:10 p.m. Preview >
The rivalry to beat all rivalries keeps rearing its head this September.
Padres (Kennedy, 6-9) at Braves (Hale, 0-0), 7:30 p.m. Preview >
Goosebumps alert: Suburban Atlanta native David Hale will make his Major League debut when he starts against the Padres at Turner Field.
A's (Straily, 9-7) at Rangers (Holland, 9-8), 8:05 p.m. Preview >
If ever there were a tone-setting game for the stretch run, this is it.
Reds (Latos, 14-5) at Brewers (Lohse, 9-9), 8:10 p.m. Preview >
The Brewers played spoiler against the Cardinals, and they'll have another series against the Cardinals and one with the Braves after this one.
Rays (Archer, 8-7) at Twins (Correia, 9-11), 8:10 p.m. Preview >
The Rays, coming off a clutch win Thursday, have won back-to-back games just once since Aug. 24, going 5-13 since then.
Mariners (Iwakuma, 12-6) at Cardinals (Wainwright, 16-9), 8:15 p.m. Preview >
Coming off a stellar start against the Pirates, Wainwright is the rotation veteran who needs to carry the load down the stretch.
Rockies (Chatwood, 7-4) at D-backs (McCarthy, 4-9), 7:07 p.m. Preview >
The D-backs keep hanging on, but wins are at an absolute premium at this point.
Giants (Bumgarner, 11-9) at Dodgers (Kershaw, 14-8), 10:10 p.m. Preview >
While the Dodgers count down their Magic Number, the defending World Series champions are on the cusp of a losing season.
If the postseason started today ...
Wild Card: Rays at Rangers
Division Series: Wild Card at Red Sox | Tigers at A's
Wild Card: Reds at Cardinals/Pirates
Division Series: Wild Card at Braves | Cardinals/Pirates at Dodgers
Postseason 101
Magic numbers
To calculate a team's magic number, take the number of games it has remaining and add one. Then subtract the difference in the number of losses between that team and its closest pursuer.
Tiebreaker scenarios
A tiebreaker game will be played to determine a division winner, even if the tied clubs are assured of participating in the postseason. If a division championship tiebreaker is necessary, the head-to-head record between the clubs will determine home-field advantage. If the head-to-head record is tied, then division record will be the next tiebreaker.
If two clubs are tied for the two Wild Card berths, home-field advantage will be determined by the head-to-head record between the clubs. If the head-to-head record is tied, then division record will be the next tiebreaker.
2013 postseason schedule
NL Wild Card Game: Oct. 1
AL Wild Card Game: Oct. 2
NL Division Series begin: Oct. 3
AL Division Series begin: Oct. 4
NL Championship Series begins: Oct. 11
AL Championship Series begins: Oct. 12
World Series begins: Oct. 23
John Schlegel is a national reporter for MLB.com.


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Fisheries: Questions and answers on the new EU fisheries control rules
The credibility of the EU's Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) depends on an effective enforcement and application of the agreed rules.
With the adoption of detailed rules to apply the EU Fisheries Control Regulation, the reform of the EU's control and enforcement policy is now complete. The new system is made up of three pillars: the Control regulation1; the IUU Regulation to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing2 (which applies to both EU and third-country vessels); and the Regulation on Fisheries Authorisations3 (which deals with the control of EU vessels fishing outside EU waters and of third country vessels fishing in EU waters).
The new rules replace a system which proved to be complex, inefficient and expensive. They make the EU control and enforcement system up-to-date, more efficient and well adapted to the challenges of the 21st century. This is all the more relevant to guarantee the respect of the new set of rules that will emerge from the upcoming reform of the Common Fisheries Policy.
Who does what in the EU fisheries control system?
Fisheries rules and control systems are agreed on at EU level, but implemented by the national authorities and inspectors of EU member states. The day-to-day enforcement of the rules is for the national authorities and the national inspectorates must monitor what gear is being used, or how many tonnes of fish are caught and then landed.
To encourage closer collaboration and exchange of best practice, the Community Fisheries Control Agency (CFCA) in Vigo, Spain, organises joint control campaigns, where inspectors from different EU countries work together.
The Commission has its own inspectors, but they do not police the fishermen. Rather, their role is to inspect the control systems put in place by the Member States, and make sure that the CFP rules are enforced effectively and fairly across the whole of the EU.
What are the main features of the new rules?
Towards a culture of compliance
In the past, dishonest fishermen could try to hide illegal fish away. Now, thanks to electronic tracking of all fisheries-related data and to their systematic and automatic cross-checking, making a profit from illegal landings will be much more difficult, as inconsistencies will be spotted all along the marketing chain. If someone still breaks the law, the new system provides for an adequate response, with similar sanctions in all Member States. Moreover, the new point system applying to serious infringements will be strongly dissuasive: if they cumulate too many points, fishermen lose their licence.
Simpler and more modern control rules
The Control Regulation and the new implementing rules just adopted substantially simplify the application of control rules. Such rules, insofar that they existed, were scattered across many separate regulations. They have now been consolidated into a single text and modernised at the same time. This concerns in particular rules on the conditions for access to resources (fishing licences, fishing authorisations), the marking of fishing vessels and fishing gear, the vessel monitoring system, logbooks, electronic recording and reporting system and Union inspectors.
Control from the net to the plate
The detailed rules set out in detail a new traceability system for the control of fisheries products. This traceability system translates the new approach into concrete practice. It will cover every stage in the chain that sees fish caught, landed, brought to market and sold. This system will allow inspectors to detect infringements at any stage of the supply chain - "from net to plate"!
A level playing field
The new rules provide the EU with a level playing field. This had been identified as one of the major shortcomings of the CFP. All fishermen, whatever their nationality or flag, can now ply their trade under the same conditions. Honest fishermen will not feel tempted to cheat, because offenders will no longer be allowed to get off scot-free, and there will be no preferential treatment from one country to another.
Harmonised standards for inspection activities and procedures, as well as common rules on issues such as weighing, will make for a uniform implementation of CFP rules throughout the EU. The new measures will ultimately benefit all concerned – from Member State administrations to operators in the fisheries sector and of course consumers.
The importance of risk assessment
In the face of limited control staff and a growing need for control, the new rules resort to risk assessment and risk-based strategies wherever possible. Member States have an obligation to ensure control on the basis of risk management, perform risk analyses as part of sampling plans to monitor engine power or weighing, and use risk-based methodologies for national or EU-specific control and inspection campaigns.
Engine power
An important part of the rules concern the systematic certification and check of the engine power of fishing vessels. At a time when effort reduction becomes more and more essential to sustainable management, the respect of capacity limits for vessels is crucial.
New technologies: lower costs for better results
The rules establish the necessary legal framework to generalise the use of IT technologies. The technological means already in use (vessel monitoring system for vessels above 15m and electronic reporting system for vessels above 24m) have been extended to all vessels above 12m. This will provide a common set of data which can be systematically cross-checked against each other and against data from sales notes. This extended set of data will be complemented by a systematic and automatic validation system, where all data will be gathered and checked for consistency. This will enable authorities to spot any inconsistencies hinting at unlawful behaviours, and to undertake the necessary investigations.
After the initial investments, the generalised use of IT will not only improve the quality and availability of data, which is urgently needed for sound management and proper enforcement: it will also lower the overall costs for both operators and authorities. For instance, the use of electronic logbooks, landing declarations and sales notes will save fishermen and other operators a great deal of time. In the past all these documents had to be filled in by hand and their data had to be entered manually into the data systems of the Member States.
Switching to electronic reporting will also free up much of the manpower that Member States still use for manual checks, so that more resources can be allocated to areas where the risks of wrongdoings are particularly high. Access to information will be easier for operators, for other control authorities as well as for the Commission, as Member States will have to publish these data online.
Sanctions, but also incentives
Together with the IUU Regulation, the new Control Regulation establishes a concrete formula to calculate the sanctions to apply whenever operators break the rules of the CFP.
In the past, only a few general principles were set for the determination of sanctions. The new framework provides that a sanction be established equalling at least five times the value of the fisheries products obtained by breaking the law; this sanction becomes at least eight times the value of the products obtained in case of repeated misconduct.
This new framework is complemented by a point system: points are assigned for serious infringements. This will help make the system of sanctions fairer, more coherent and more transparent. The point system will allow singling out recurrent offenders. When a certain number of points is reached, the fishing licence is suspended for two months. If this happens again, the licence is suspended again, but for four months this time. The third and fourth offences mean a suspension of eight and twelve months respectively. If points are cumulated a fifth time, the fishing licence is withdrawn for good.
At the same time, incentives are foreseen for good conduct: points are deleted if no serious infringement occurs within three years of the last serious infringements. Some points can also be deleted if for example the offender voluntarily uses a vessel monitoring system or an electronic recording and reporting system without being obliged to do so, or if he takes part in a scientific campaign.
Given that the same type of felony will be assigned the same number of points, wherever it is committed, this is a major step forward that should reassure fishermen that in the CFP they are all treated fairly and equally, wherever they come from and wherever they fish,
Ensuring Member States' compliance with the rules
In the past the CFP was often criticised for not being equally implemented in all Member States. The new rules set out the mechanisms and procedures which allow the Commission to better ensure enforcement of the CFP.
On top of the checks that were already foreseen in the past, the new system, enables Commission officials to carry out autonomous verifications if they presume irregularities in a Member State, or to perform a more general audit of a control system of a Member State as such. If the Commission thinks that irregularities have occurred in a Member State, it can launch an administrative inquiry in that Member State. If the inquiry fails to solve the issue, it can establish an action plan, which the Member State concerned has to implement.
To be able to exert even more pressure on incompliant Member States, the new rules link the granting of financial assistance from the EU to the full respect of CFP rules. If a Member States does not fulfil its obligations in this field, any financial assistance linked to the areas where the shortcomings occur may be suspended or even withdrawn. The suspension of financial assistance pertains to a general principle of conditionality, where Community financing is made conditional to proper application of EU rules.
If States fail to comply with multi-annual plans, the Commission can also deduct quotas for the stocks in question. Quota can also be decreased substantially in case of overfishing, thus making overfishing rules tighter than in the past.
Where and to whom do the new rules apply?
The Control Regulation applies to all fishing activities in EU waters. Hence it applies also to the fishing activities of third countries in EU waters, except where bilateral agreements exist. Furthermore, the Regulation applies to all EU vessels, irrespective of where they operate – including outside EU waters.
When do the new rules enter into force?
The Control Regulation has been in force since 1 January 2010. The detailed implementing rules just agreed will enter into force seven day after their publication in the Official Journal, which is expected in the next days.
To allow Member States the necessary time to prepare, certain measures, such as the rules on engine power control, traceability, the point system and the websites will enter into force on 1 January 2012.
More information:
Council Regulation (EC) No 1224/2009, establishing a Community control system to ensure compliance with the rules of the CFP
Council Regulation (EC) No 1005/2008 establishing a Community system to prevent, deter and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing
Council Regulation (EC) No 1006/2008 concerning authorisations for fishing activities of Community fishing vessels outside Community waters and the access of third country vessels to Community waters
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Niagara IDA considers changing policy on local hiring
WHEATFIELD – The Niagara County Industrial Development Agency may vote in August on changes in its policy on local hiring by recipients of tax breaks, and on rules barring undocumented immigrants from working on IDA-assisted projects.
However, Stephen F. Brady, chairman of the governance committee of the IDA board, and the agency's attorney, Mark J. Gabriele, raised concerns about both issues last week.
The County Legislature voted unanimously June 18 in favor of a Democratic resolution calling for the revocation of tax benefits for any company that receives IDA incentives and then allows illegal immigrants to work on the project.
It also called for the IDA to create a tougher local hiring policy. At present, the IDA board asks applicants to do their best to hire local workers.
"It's our tax dollars that are providing these incentives. We have to get the benefits," said Legislature Minority Leader Dennis F. Virtuoso, D-Niagara Falls.
"It's certainly time for us to look at it, based on the impetus from the Legislature," said Brady, a National Grid spokesman.
Virtuoso suggested modeling the county's policy on that of the Monroe County IDA, but that IDA's policy considers the rules met if the workers come from any of nine counties around Rochester.
The Erie County IDA has a local hiring policy that includes seven Western New York counties, including Niagara.
At the June 18 meeting, Legislator Paul B. Wojtaszek, R-North Tonawanda, called for a Niagara County-only policy.
Brady wasn't thrilled with that notion.
"I'm not saying we wouldn't do it. A concern would be reciprocity. Erie and Niagara counties are separated by a canal. Would we want Niagara County residents to be restricted from working in Erie County, if Erie County were to do the same thing? We are, after all, a regional economy," Brady said.
Gabriele spoke of "what type of local hiring would best suit this agency" and "coming up with a policy this board is comfortable with."
"We want to make sure we don't do anything that limits development opportunities in the county," Brady said.
Legislator Jason A. Zona, D-Niagara Falls, has threatened to introduce a law on local hiring if the agency itself won't act.
Virtuoso insisted, "It's our tax dollars. It should go back to our people. Let's face it: We have a high unemployment rate. We're only going to get it down if we provide jobs for our people."
Gabriele said the IDA could easily enforce a local hiring policy by requiring applicants to supply names and addresses of all employees. But he said the IDA has "no possibility of enforcing" a ban on undocumented immigrants.
"We have to rely on local law enforcement or the feds," he said.
The issue of illegal immigration arose with reports that Department of Homeland Security agents arrested seven Guatemalans while they were working on the construction of Greenpac Mill, an IDA-assisted Niagara Falls paper mill.
The IDA now requires applicants to obey local, state and federal regulations. Gabriele said the IDA "would, if necessary, explore some tweaks" to make a ban on undocumented immigrants more overt.
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Circuit City seeking to liquidate - Jan. 16, 2009
That sucks. I've never had a complaint or issue with them. That's a lot of jobs down the crapper, too.
Circuit City, R.I.P.
Fri Jan 16, 2009 12:13PM EST
The troubled 60-year-old electronics chain tried its best to survive bankruptcy, but to no avail; now, it will liquidate its merchandise and close all 567 remaining stores.
Bloomberg reports that Circuit City Stores Inc. has hired a quartet of liquidators to sell off its existing merchandise, pending a green light from the courts. If everything goes according to plan, the fire sale will start Saturday and continue through the end of March, according to CNNMoney.com.
And unfortunately for Circuit City's 30,000+ employees, unemployment awaits.
The biggest consumer tech chain in the U.S. besides Best Buy, Circuit City filed for bankruptcy protection back in November. As Bloomberg notes, the struggling company had been looking for a buyer as late as Thursday, but failed to find any takers.
Of course, news of the Circuit City liquidation sale will draw plenty of bargain hunters, but (as I've blogged before), buyer beware.
Typically, closeout sales are final: no refunds or exchanges, so think twice before snapping up a big-ticket item like an HDTV. Also, keep in mind that closeout prices often aren't as rock-bottom low as you'd think; make sure to comparison shop online, and don't be fooled by big "75% OFF!" signs on items that have been marked up.
Finally ... a deep bow to Circuit City in general, where I've spent countless hours of browsing (and drooling)—and if nothing else, when it comes to tech retailers, less competition is never a good thing.
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Auctioneers To Meet, Compete In Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Dozens of fast-talking auctioneers from Minnesota and surrounding states are competing for the chance to be known as the best bid-caller in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.
The Minnesota State Bid-Calling Championship contest is being held Thursday night as part of the Minnesota State Auctioneers Association's convention.
Organizers estimate more than 30 contestants will vie for the title. The competition is open to the public.
The winner will represent Minnesota auctioneers at a national convention in July.
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Are Companies Responsible For Actions Of Affiliates?
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However, where this case gets more interesting is on the question of whether LifeLock is to blame -- or if it's the fault of an affiliate marketer, as LifeLock claims. LifeLock says that it terminated the affiliate's account and also reminded all of its affiliates that this type of activity goes against their reseller agreements. That seems like a reasonable response, but for now the lawsuit against LifeLock continues, which will inevitably raise questions about whether or not a company is responsible for the actions of its affiliates and resellers. It seems like common sense to say no -- that the liability should remain with those who actually did the action -- but we've seen stranger decisions from courts before, so it may not be clear cut here.


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Google, Without Admitting It Gets FISA Orders, Files Lawsuit To Challenge FISA Gag Orders
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Now, Google has filed a lawsuit against the government, arguing that gag orders on FISA requests violate the First Amendment. The filing itself is an interesting read, in part for its first footnote:
Nothing in this Motion is intended to confirm or deny that Google has received any order or orders issued by this Court.Of course, that might lead some to suggest that Google can't actually have standing, but there's an interesting legal argument here. Basically, Google is arguing that the perception that it's opened up its network to the NSA, as suggested in various reports, and which it cannot refute fully without revealing some details of FISA orders it has received, has caused it harm.
Google's reputation and business has been harmed by the false or misleading reports in the media, and Google's users are concerned by the allegations. Google must respond to such claims with more than generalities. Moreover, these are matters of significant weight and importance, and transparency is critical to advancing public debate in a thoughtful and democratic manner.Given that, Google is seeking a declaratory judgment from the court that it has a First Amendment right to publish the total number of FISA requests it receives and the total number of users associated with those requests, though obviously not anything more. I'm sure the government will come back with all sorts of excuses as to why this is horrible, but it certainly presents an interesting legal challenge to the FISA court's gag orders.


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I missed the entire Arc that just played (along with many other people on this forum I believe.) Since the arch is officially over would you ladies and gents be able to add a thread either having a poll rating the arc or a synopsis of the arc?
Thanks in advanced,
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If you are talking about Amagai arc we already have a thread to discus this arc . You could very well use this arc to share your thoughts on this arc.
* "The New Captain Amagai Shusuke arc" WTF? When is this? Did we escape Hueco Mundo?
Regarding a poll I personally dont think it required . Reason being 90% of the viewers (myself included) are not enough in a position to rate the arc . As many different aspects go into rating an arc . And more importantly, as this arc was anime original majority of viewers will rate it negatively without judging the contents . Nothing constructive will come out of this exercise.
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Good call, GetaB.
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How about a 'character potential' thread? You could discuss interesting ways in which characters could be used for plot development/character development etc. We could even discuss a character's unfulfilled potential. What do you think?
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Character thread in this section of the forum, generally lead to an excuse for character bashing . But anyhow there are several character based threads already existent. Also broader threads can be utilized for the same purpose
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Can we get a thread to discuss Rukia's origins? I'm curious what people's suggestions are for what happened to her between the time her sister dropped her off as a swaddled BABY to the time we see her as a kid running around Rukongai with Renji. Who took care of her all that time? Was Urahara already experimenting on her by then in secret?
Could be an interesting debate.
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Sure thing!
Despite Rukia being one of the central characters of Bleach, we still know very little about her origins. In the manga we've had the Pendulum arc to help explain the past of some of Soul Society's greatest, but for Rukia we're still left scratching our heads.
Before she died, Hisana (Rukia's sister) admitted to Byakuya that she left Rukia in Rukongai as a baby because she couldn't possibly care for both of them. The next time we see Rukia, she's a street rat of about 10 years old (in appearance, at least) saving Renji and his buddies from getting the daylights beat out of them.
So the question now is, where was Rukia all that time? It's obvious that an infant can't take care of itself, so who looked after her? Is it possible that Urahara found her at that time and placed the hogyoku inside of her when she was still a baby? Why hasn't she expressed any memories about her time before she met Renji?
Just wait, I've got a little more food for thought... Let's take a look at the manga covers for another clue. (Much thanks to Bleachness on LJ for the compilation!) If you've been following along with the manga, you know by now that Kubo likes to do a different cover for each character. Their names are written a particular way in in a particular colour based on who or what he is drawing.
This is Byakuya's cover from the SS arc:
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This is Ulquiorra's cover written in the "arrancar" script:
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Then we move on to the Vizards who've got black AND white (most likely to reflect their dual shinigami and hollow natures):
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And then we have Rukia.
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Is this Kubo's way of telling us Rukia is ALSO a Vizard? It's possible, but I'm not so convinced. I think it's more to do with her questionable past. Is her name even really 'Rukia'? Based on Bleach patterns, someone had to give her that name. Hisana most likely abandoned her too young for her to remember her at all so it had to be someone else. The question now is - who was it?
My vote is on Urahara, but I'd like to hear any and all theories. (Or maybe you guys just think this is totally bunk?)
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – The North East Collegiate Volleyball Association (NECVA) New England Division selected Tim Lee as the Player of the Week while Ken Siebert collected Rookie of the Week accolades.
Lee has dished out 10.56 assists per set while averaging 2.26 digs per set through MIT's first 11 matches. He has posted a trio of double-doubles as the Engineers have registered a team hitting percentage of .355.
Siebert has averaged 3.36 kills, 1.09 digs, and 0.64 blocks during the early stages of his MIT career. His outstanding performance at the SUNY New Paltz Hawks Tournament resulted in a spot on the All-Tournament Team.
The nationally-ranked No. 7 Engineers look to extend their four-match winning streak this Saturday at cross-town rival Harvard University.