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The fine clock starts ticking Aug. 14 for Key water users who have not installed backflow-prevention devices.
According to Public Works Director Juan Florensa, approximately 60 water users have not yet complied with the town's backflow-prevention ordinance. Florensa's department mailed letters dated July 15 to non-compliant users, warning them that they must install the devices within 30 days unless they ask for an extension due to extenuating circumstances.
On Aug. 14, town staff will inspect homes to check that the devices have been installed. Non-compliant water users will face a fine of $50 per day for a maximum of 14 days before the town shuts off their water.
According to Florensa, the town has granted more than 40 extensions. The remaining 60 non-compliant customers have not contacted the town about the deadline. Some of the letters mailed to property owners have been returned. In these cases, many of the properties are in foreclosure.
"We're down to the people who are having financial issues or just don't want (the devices)," Florensa said.
The Longboat Key Town Commission set a June 30 deadline in December, nearly two years after it approved the backflow-prevention ordinance that is intended to implement a routine control system Key-wide to detect and manage water cross-connections and prevent the backflow of contaminants into the town's water system. The ordinance was created to comply with federal-and-state, health-department standards.
The deadline was extended on two previous occasions, and commissioners considered extending the deadline a third time in June after they learned that 331 town water users had not installed a backflow-prevention device.
Florensa said that some of those water users had installed backflow-prevention devices, however, the plumbers they hired did not turn in a completion of work certification form to the Planning, Zoning and Building Department. Through inspections, Public Works staff learned that at least 15 of those 331 water users who had been classified as non-compliant had actually installed the devices.
The number of non-compliant water users decreases daily, Florensa said. He recommends that users facing extenuating circumstances write to Public Works to ask for an extension.
"Our aim is not necessarily to fine people or have their water turned off," Florensa said. "Our aim is to have them comply in the most gentle way."


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An urban route around Gijón
Puerto de Gijón
Palacio de Revillagigedo, Gijón
Playa de San Lorenzo (Gijón)
Plaza de Jovellanos, Gijón
- Autonomous region: Principality of Asturias
- Province/Island: Asturias
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- Urban
This industrial and fishing city is cheerful and laid-back and still preserves traces of its Roman past. Fishing and port traffic led to it developing fast and these days it opts for modernity. Find out about the route we suggest.
Playa de San Lorenzo beach, San Lorenzo Chapel and old municipal fish market. The route through the city starts at San Lorenzo beach, a belt of golden sand bordered by a wall, "el Muro", a promenade of several kilometres overlooking the Cantabrian Sea. Next to it is the Jove Hevia Tower and San Lorenzo Chapel, followed by the old municipal fish market, which is an administrative building these days. Campo Valdés Roman baths Now, we will go to the baths, where you can see a recreation of how public baths operated in the first few centuries A.D. San Pedro Church and Chillida's Elogio del horizonte San Pedro Church stands at one end of the beach, inspired by the 9th-century temples in Asturias. On Santa Catalina hill, a military park converted into a splendid viewpoint, you can gaze on the Eduardo Chillida's sculpture, Elogio del horizonte, symbolising saying farewell to emigrants. Town Hall and Casa de Jovellanos house Back in the town centre, the Town Hall stands in the half-porticoed main square, the Plaza Mayor. Casa de Jovellanos house is very near. This is an ancestral dwelling where the most important figure of the Spanish Enlightenment came into the world. Nowadays, it is a museum containing collections of Asturian art, as well as works from the main European schools. Revillagigedo Palace and the Clock Tower This is the Cimadevilla district, one of the most popular in Gijón, whose warm atmosphere makes a visit highly recommendable. The 18th-century Baroque Revillagigedo Palace sands opposite the statue of Don Pelayo and is now an exhibition centre, while the nearby collegiate church of San Juan Bautista holds concerts. The Clock Tower, with its permanent exhibition on local history, is also worth a visit. You won't regret climbing up to the top floor to gaze over the city from a completely different perspective. Marina and aquarium More attractions abound in the marina and Playa de Poniente beach, where the aquarium is a favourite with children and adults. There are about 4,000 fish from 400 different species. Railway Museum and Barjola Museum The facilities at the Estación del Norte have been refurbished to house the Railway Museum, with a collection of trains from all ages that traces the development of industry and society in the Principality. Jove Palace houses the Barjola Museum, with exhibits of work by the popular Extremaduran painter. Calle Corrida Street and the Nicanor Piñole Museum From here, we continue to the shops and pavement cafés in Calle Corrida Street. This leads to Plaza de Europa Square and the Nicanor Piñole Museum, with pictures and personal belongings from one of the best representatives of regional painting schools from the last century. Jovellanos Theatre Another very important building is the Jovellanos Theatre, opened in 1899 in the style of the great coliseums of Europe. Next to it, in the Paseo de Begoña, is the Dindurra café, a must to visit to soak up its traditional atmosphere. San Lorenzo Church, Sagrado Corazón Church and Antiguo Instituto Cultural Centre San Lorenzo Church is the main religious building in the area. It was built in the Gothic style at the beginning of the 20th century while Sagrado Corazón Church, in Calle Jovellanos Street, is popularly known as "la Iglesiona" The Antiguo Instituto Cultural Centre opposite holds exhibitions and other cultural activities. Isabel la Católica Park, Molino Viejo Parador and the People of Asturias Ethnographic Museum Go down lively Calle Ezcurdia Street to Isabel la Católica Park, with dovecotes, woods and games for little children. The Molino Viejo Parador hotel is near the pond. The Ethnographic Museum of the People of Asturias is very close by where you can see a typical traditional Asturian peasant dwelling, a photograph exhibition in the Casa de los Valdés, the bagpipe museum and the pavilion sent by the Principality of Asturias to Expo 92 in Seville. Evaristo Valle Museum The high-class Somió quarter is home to the Gijón bourgeoisie and also the Evaristo Valle Museum, with over one hundred of the Gijón artist's works on display. The exhibition takes place in splendid gardens with ornamental plants and about 120 species of different trees and shrubs. Laboral City of Culture A bit further from the centre of Gijón, Laboral City of Culture is a key building in 20th-century Spanish architecture mirroring San Lorenzo de El Escorial monastery. It has several exhibitions and is a unique place for cultural and creative output. Atlantic Botanical Gardens Opposite are the Atlantic Botanical Gardens with 30,000 plants of up to 2,000 different species creating a picture postcard landscape. La Campa Torres Archaeological Park and Nature Reserve Seven kilometres from the centre of Gijón, on the west of the bay, the park displays the archaeological heritage of Cabo Torres. The route covers a bird observatory, the viewpoint with vistas over the city, also several information points describing past times in Asturias and the origins of Gijón.
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WASHINGTON -- As the military struggles to eliminate its sexual assault epidemic, Congress has included a record number of provisions in this year's National Defense Authorization Act that address sexual violence.
In 2011, 3,192 incidents of sexual assault were reported in the military. Yet, according to the Department of Defense, this figure may significantly underestimate the actual number of sexual assaults, which may be closer to 19,000 annually.
The NDAA, signed into law by President Barack Obama on Jan. 2, lays out Congress' defense requirements for the year. Provisions this year included 19 that deal with military sexual assault.
Advocates say one of the biggest victories was the creation of an independent review panel that will closely examine the way the Defense Department investigates and prosecutes sexual assault cases.
The five-person review board, composed of civilians, will examine sexual assault cases and make reports and recommendations on how the military should prosecute these crimes. The precedent-setting move is significant because it allows judicial review of the Uniform Code of Military Justice by civilians.
Although the military has a similar oversight panel, the Joint Services Committee is made up of legal experts from within each branch of the armed forces. "Its job is not to reform the UCMJ but to make sure that it stays constitutional," said Greg Jacob, policy director for Service Women's Action Network, a New York City women veterans' rights advocacy group.
The Secretary of Defense would appoint private citizens to the panel, who would have expertise in the prosecution of sexual assault in both military and civilian law. It would meet every six months and look at individual cases and provide feedback on how the cases are prosecuted.
"It's a great idea," Jacob said, "because of the insular nature of military law, it's always a good idea to bring the light of day to it." The panel will also examine how the military's laws and justice system reflect current legal thought and theory.
The UCMJ's last major overhaul was in the 1980s, when it was rewritten to incorporate federal rules of evidence, he said. "Some kind of reform -- some kind of regular examination -- is definitely warranted because it's a closed system."
But unless the panel's recommendations are championed by Congress and the Pentagon from the top ranks down, the panel could exist as "a paper tiger," Jacob said, unable to affect real change.
A systematic, militarywide approach to implementing the NDAA changes has several congressional champions, including Rep. Niki Tsongas, D-Mass., Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., and Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine.
"There are too many victims that come forward and have felt revictimized," said Turner, who has called for better protection for victims and prevention of military sexual assaults. "We need to treat sexual assault in the military like the crime it is."
Among NDAA's sexual assault provisions:
*Creating special victims units for all services to improve investigation, prosecution and victim support in sexual assault, child abuse and domestic violence cases. The Army and Air Force have made the most progress toward this end, but the other services lag behind.
*Prohibiting the recruiting of anyone convicted of felony sexual assault, through an amendment introduced by Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif. Although a similar policy was put in place in 2009, prospective recruits could receive waivers to get around the ban.
*Separating convicted sex offenders from the military. Previously the rule in the Navy, it is being expanded across the services. About 36 percent of convicted sex offenders remained in the Armed Forces in fiscal 2011, according to the most recent Annual Report on Sexual Assault in the Military.
*Allowing victims to return to active duty after separation to help prosecute sex offenders.
*Keeping restricted report documentation for 50 years if desired by the victim. Restricted reporting is designed to allow victims to seek medical or psychological help while staying anonymous and not prosecuting the perpetrator.
*Improving data collection and reporting by the military on sexual assault and sexual harassment cases. DOD reports that 47 percent of servicemembers say they are afraid to report out of fear of retaliation, and more than 50 percent fear their confidentially will not be maintained.
*Demanding a review of unrestricted sexual assault reports and the nature of any separations of troops who made those reports. DOD reports that 47 percent of servicemembers say they are afraid to report out of fear of retaliation, and more than 50 percent fear their confidentially will not being maintained.
*Notifying servicemembers of the options available for the correction of military records due to retaliatory personnel action after reporting sexual assault or sexual harassment.
*Outrage over the recent barrage of sexual misconduct scandals has spurred awareness of the epidemic of sexual violence -- legislation that once never made it out of committee is now being approved in Congress on a bipartisan basis -- but more work needs to be done, Turner said.
Nancy Parrish, president of Protect Our Defenders, an advocacy group for survivors of sexual violence in the military, said part of the problem still remains even if these legislative reforms are written into NDAA each year, they are often "inconsistently applied, unnecessarily encumbered or they are just not implemented."
For example, the right to unrestricted, expedited transfer of an assault victim so that he or she can quickly and safely leave the unit was approved in last year's NDAA.
"But what we are finding is happening on the ground is [victims] are told no such thing exists," she said. "They are told they are not qualified for it, or they are put in medical hold," placed in hospitals for evaluation, so they must remain in their unit for months.
Problems will remain, Parrish said, as long as decisions on whether to punish such actions reside in the unit's chain of command. Those decisions need to be made by an impartial, unbiased party outside the chain of command, advocates say, and by a civilian justice system.
"Half-measures will not remove the bias, the conflict of interest and the abuse of authority" within what Parris calls "the broken military justice system."


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Author: Deposing Saddam Backfired
He makes the case that Jihadist terrorism is fueled by the oppression and frustration of the Arab masses that results not only from tyrannical Arab rule, but also from the perception of biased American policies in the Middle East.
While politicians and media pundits debate the success of U.S. attempts to instill a democratic government in Iraq, author and social scientist Elie Elhadj, Ph.D., explains why thoughts of a democratic Arab-Muslim nation are nothing but fantasy.
"Arab people are characterized by obedience to a hierarchical authority," Syrian-born Elhadj states. "Western-style democracy can never fill this cultural mandate."
In his newly-released book, "The Islamic Shield: Arab Resistance to Democratic and Religious Reforms" (BrownWalker Press, 2006), Elhadj explains how Muslim-Arab political and religious leaders raise the tenets of Islam in a shield against democracy in order to protect their power. Constant preaching by Islam's religious leaders, instructing Muslims to blindly obey their leaders, has created an attitude of political quietism in regard to the tyranny of Arab rulers and ambivalence towards democracy, Elhadj says in his book.
Using Syria and Saudi Arabia as the archetypal Arab governments, "The Islamic Shield" outlines the numerous reasons why genuine democratic reforms are not likely to emerge in Arab countries for a very long time. Instead, Elhadj proposes that a benevolent dictatorship may be a more hopeful and realistic expectation, especially since democratic elections are likely to result in the election of a theocratic dictator rather than a secular democratic one. A benevolent dictatorship would fulfill the goal of reducing Arab rulers' cruelty, which fans the flame of Islamic extremism and Jihadism, he states.
Jihadism and its causes are examined in detail by Elhadj. He makes the case that Jihadist terrorism is fueled by the oppression and frustration of the Arab masses that results not only from tyrannical Arab rule, but also from the perception of biased American policies in the Middle East. Combined with the growing influence from extremist factions within Islam, these oppressions form a vicious cycle of violent confrontation, Elhadj says.
"Islamist extremism alone does not cause terrorism," Elhadj states. "What Islamist extremism does is to turn political frustrations into religious crusades." The United States may even have created a set-back for themselves in the effort to democratize the Middle East, he suggests. As the United States deposed the Arab World's most secular regime in Iraq, a theocratic leadership aligned to Tehran emerged with potentially far-reaching regional political and religious consequences.
Elhadj is a banker with 30 years of banking experience in New York, Philadelphia, London and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. For most of the 1990s, Elhadj was chief executive officer of a major Saudi bank. At age 54, he joined London University's School of Oriental and African Studies to attain his Master's Degree and Ph.D. His doctoral dissertation addressed issues of food self-sufficiency and water politics in the Middle East.
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5 Ways Women Business Leaders Can Embrace Their Femininity
Women who are running businesses should detach from feminism and embrace their femininity.
My daughter started her career in a high stress male dominated industry. We were reflecting on how a woman can succeed in this environment without becoming masculinised. Women who are running businesses should detach from feminism and embrace their femininity.
The truth is that women have been liberated. We no longer need to spend our energies proving that we're equal. We own our own companies, we assume leadership roles and we don't have to wear ties to work.
Here are 5 ways to create this balance while getting respect from both males and females:
- Don't pretend that you're one of the boys – you're not. But at the same time don't play the "us girls" game. Work at your individuality as a person. Use your unique leadership strengths when dealing with an issue.
- You shouldn't dress provocatively but you also don't need to wear a burka. You have a wonderful opportunity to express yourself and your femininity. Make sure that you are dignified and professional and let your gender work for you.
- It's OK to talk about kids, make-up and hair but please consider your audience – these discussions may be boring to whomever is listening. Be yourself but remain sensitive to the situation.
- Respect both male and female employees. Disparaging remarks about men set a feminist tone and put a line in the sand when there may not have been an issue to begin with.
- Watch out for "womens only groups" why would you want to segregate ideas and talent. Position yourself as an entrepreneurial leader rather than a proponent of "Women rule"
You have a real advantage as a woman running a business – don't blow it by wearing workboots and snarling at men, rather walk around in your stilettos with strength and conviction.


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This week (May 9-15) is the American Library Association's first annual Preservation Week. In honor of preservation week, the library's preservation department has selected and shown a variety of preservation related videos for staff here at Parks Library. To find out more about these videos, please visit the preservation department's blog. Most of the films are available for viewing on the web. The American Library Association has also provided links to a variety of preservation-related videos. Below is an amusing video, also available on the ALA website, from Kansas State University Library demonstrating simple steps one can take to help preserve physical materials…and hopefully makes it clear why visitors to the Special Collections Department are not allowed to bring food and drink in with them!
The Special Collections Department works very closely with our preservation department to make sure that our collections and rare books will be around for generations to come. However, it is also important for these documents and books to be well-cared for before they come to our department, and it is not uncommon for us to receive questions from patrons on suggestions for storing and caring for artifacts and documents people wish to preserve. The American Library Association has put together a wonderful listing of useful websites to help answer these questions, and if you're interested in preserving your materials or would like to find out more about conservation work, I highly recommend you visit at least a few of these sites. Most of the sites provided address the preservation of physical objects. However, since computers have become an often vital aspect of our daily lives, the preservation of digital files has become more and more important. The Library of Congress provides a guide for people to preserve their digital files in a variety of formats, including e-mail, digital images, videos, audio, and websites. Below this guide are a variety of additional resources including a video, slideshow and quiz. And if you would like to find out about how professionals are grappling with the difficult issues of digital preservation, the menu at the left provides links to video and audio discussions, in addition to other resources. One way the Special Collections Department is preserving digital information is through Archive-It, a web preservation program. You can view preserved websites of Iowa State University here.


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Fagbenle has earned four weekly awards from the conference including her first career play of the week nod (Gil Talbot).
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Sophomore Temi Fagbenle added more hardware to her growing collection on Monday as she was named both the Ivy League Player and Rookie of the Week.
Fagbenle recorded her second double-double of the year with 14 points and a career-high 14 rebounds last Monday at Boston University. Her 14 rebounds were the highest total for a member of the Crimson since Emma Markley '11 grabbed 15 versus Northeastern on Dec. 9, 2009, and were the most for a Crimson rookie since Hana Paljto's '04 15-rebound performance against New Hampshire on Nov. 28, 2000. Fagbenle was 5-of-13 from the floor against the Terriers, 4-of-6 at the line and added two blocks, one steal and one assist.
The forward has now earned four weekly awards from the conference, having been named player of the week once and rookie of the week on three occasions. She currently ranks second in the Ancient Eight in shooting percentage (52.6%), fifth in blocked shots (1.1 bpg), sixth in rebounding (6.4 rpg) and is 10th in scoring (10.9 ppg). Fagbenle is also the first individual to have earned both player and rookie of the week honors in the same week since Penn's Alyssa Baron did so twice during the 2010-11 season.
Harvard has picked up at least one Ivy League award in each of the season's first six weeks and has earned seven of the 12 honors possible. Victoria Lippert was recognized as the conference's player of the week on Nov. 19 and Dec. 3 while Christine Clark received player of the week plaudits Nov. 26. Additionally, Harvard is the first school to open the season with six-straight weekly awards since Dartmouth began the 2003-04 campaign with seven straight.
The Crimson will return to action after the holiday break at the San Diego Surf 'N Slam Dec. 28-30.
2012-13 Ivy League Honors
Nov. 12 – Temi Fagbenle, ROW
Nov. 19 – Victoria Lippert, POW
Nov. 26 – Christine Clark, POW
Dec. 3 – Victoria Lippert, POW
Dec. 10 – Temi Fagbenle, ROW
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After 10 years of making music in The Big Spank, singer-guitarist Mike Garcia has seen his band go from an ultra-young, semi-serious ska-punk band to a bilingual pop-rock group that risks sanity and starvation to tour the country 11 months out of the year. One thing hasn't changed, though.
"We still have so much fun," Garcia says. "We wouldn't be doing this if it wasn't a great experience, and that's still how it is."
The band's camaraderie on stage and off is what enticed guitarist Javier Sandoval to get out of the dumps and join The Big Spank last year. "I had just broken up with my girlfriend and I was sort of depressed," Sandoval recalls. "I started playing with these guys and I realized ... they're serious musicians, but they don't take themselves seriously on stage at all. As an example, the only time Mike's girlfriend allows him to grind on other girls is during our shows. We interact with the crowd, we feed off the crowd and that's why this is the most fun I've ever had in a band."
About a year ago, The Big Spank boys decided to become full-time musicians. They converted an old school bus and outfitted it with wireless Internet, a sink and cages for their equipment. Garcia admits he was scared when the band set out on its latest tour with just one show booked and five mouths to feed. His determination to make the experience a success lead Garcia to disregard all manner of personal hygiene, to the point that police officers mistook him for a murderous crackhead.
"We were in this sketchy neighborhood in Los Angeles," Garcia explains. "I was walking on the street and these cops asked if they could search me. I said yeah and they asked, 'Are we gonna find a pipe? Are you a crackhead?' I said no, and then they asked me, 'Are you a murderer?' That was rough to be mistaken for a murderer in one of the toughest neighborhoods in L.A."
The Big Spank came home a few months ago to record its third full-length album, Gypsy Rug Burn. The record has a heavy Latin influence from the percussion instruments to the guitar licks, and many of the tracks are sung in Spanish. There's even a metal-merengue song mixed in with the ska, pop and punk elements Spank fans crave.
"When we started, we never used to sing that much in Spanish," Garcia says. "After I spent nine months living in Mexico, I came back with a whole new arsenal of Spanish songs, and I think we'll continue to do more stuff with that Latin flavor."
There's no rest for the weary, as the band plans to hit the road in the next couple months. In the meantime, the efforts of the five Spankers (including Bert Lujan on drums, Retzen Griffith on trombone and Chris Tickner on bass) are worthy of celebration. They'll get to indulge themselves with a hometown CD release party at the Launchpad, Saturday, Dec. 29. Made In Bangladesh, Half-Stache and Bazooka Jill will party hardy at their sides. The show is all-ages and admission is $8.


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The Army Parachute Association (APA) has charitable objectives aimed at promoting and supporting sports parachuting for military personnel, active and retired. Our Association welcomes civilian members and tandem students and benefits enormously from the skills and diversity that they bring.
We strive for excellence in everything we do and are committed to providing the highest level of training for all our members throughout their skydiving career. For those wishing to learn to skydive for the first time, or to progress to a higher level, the APA can provide safe and exceptional training with an enviable track record.
If you are coming for one of our amazing tandem skydives, please be prepared to make it an all-day event. Whilst we endeavour to get you jumped within four hours, delays can occur. Weather can have the biggest effect as well as unexpected delays, large groups wishing to jump together and camera uptake. We have a huge spectator area, free WiFi and a great cafe in Dare's Diner which will keep you sustained whilst you wait. We just want you to have the best experience and really enjoy your day!
The Army Parachute Association operates at Skydive Netheravon as a not-for-profit organisation continually reinvesting to improve the services and facilities for our members.
"I had a truly awesome experience yesterday, in every way. I was absolutely terrified but felt totally invincible afterwards and I even fell in love with your cameraman, Mike! Cam was lovely too and if I decide to do it again it would have to be with him. It was all very professional, from start to finish. They were a great bunch and I will recommend this to anyone and everyone. I jumped for the MS Trust and secured £723 in sponsorship so far with promises of more to come. It is great to feel alive again."
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"First ever tandem skydive for worthing churches homeless project today, loved it. Special thanks to my instructor Jay and the cameraman trevor who both made me laugh a lot and really relaxed me! definately want to jump again Thanks guys for a great day!"
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"First charity tandem skydive done here last Saturday. Despite being extremely scared, the instructors made me feel completely at ease and in safe hands. Highly recommend anyone doing a jump, to do it here. Would definitely consider doing another skydive off the back of this experience despite my fear of heights and flying. Brilliant day and life experience. Thank you."
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The Army Parachute Association offers expert training for potential parachutists. Students progress swiftly and safely and can soon be jumping from up to 13,500ft on their own, with groups or training to be British Champion like Alex Dand from Euphoria Freestyle pictured here.
Charity Jumps
Raise money for your favourite charity by making a Tandem Skydive. You can wear your Charity T shirt or Jumper or even go in "fancy dress". Over the years the Army Parachute Association has helped hundreds of charities raise huge amountof money and inspire future fundraisers. Let us get you up there and help raise the awareness of your particular charity at the same time.
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Situated in the village of Netheravon in the heart of the beautiful Wiltshire countryside and close to the historic site of Stonehenge, the Army Parachute Association enjoys beautiful views as well as the largest parachute landing area in the UK.
For sport, not profit
The Army Parachute Association is a Not For Profit organisation.
It is our mission to help anyone interested in skydiving to achieve their personal goals, and making money is not why we do it.
All income generated is re-invested in the Army Parachute Association to further improve the services and facilities for our members.
We are proud to support our military members and we welcome both able-bodied and those with disabilities to our membership.
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No longer does your trouser snake need to go naked or unadorned! From tuxedos for those special occasions to superhero capes when a fair maiden needs rescuing, "Dickorations" will have your beef bayonet looking sharp!
"Dickorations" is a new campaign for Durex Condoms running as print in Maxim, FHM, etc and with a web site where you can print out costumes for your, uh, lower member. Both print and online for this campaign was created by Fitzgerald & Company in Atlanta.
Sounds perfect for their target. Although I do have to wonder if any of them will actually print the darn things out and use them. Will they be worried about paper cuts? It reminds me a bit of the Tampax print ad with the paper doll-like clothes for the tampon.


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Immensely entertaining! The sheer mayhem and precision of it reminds me a bit of FLCL, Franz Ferdinand, and Madness. I applaud you- this definitely takes an element of skill.
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Immensely entertaining! The sheer mayhem and precision of it reminds me a bit of FLCL, Franz Ferdinand, and Madness. I applaud you- this definitely takes an element of skill.
why are you so pro? you are way better than be by far lol XD
the best music video so far on newgrounds
Wow! Amazing!
The quality was even still awesome on the low setting and was well well worth the wait and used nice catchy music but at first I thought it was from newgrounds but I guess I was wrong.
I liked the 3-D vector that made the video so cool and all the imagination you put into it but who cares if there were stick figures in it, it was awesome! I am pretty sure you put a crapload of effort into this and I really liked it.
Like I said, an EXELLENT choice of song and it is STILL in my head right now while writing this review. If I could choose I think this should be in the top ten all--time scoring even though it is already in the top fifty.
I found this video in the top-fifty too I saw it on the front page but I was too bored to look at it because every time I see a good video, I have the urge to make a good review with it to make it more popular than it already is.
But the thing that confuses me is, why is it called "Dash It"? Is that the name of the song but oh well. I would figure it to be in an old pixel game. That would be cool too and what is with the beeps at the end? I just don't get it.
I liked all of the random pictures that viewed to make it more mysterious as it is but that made it less boring and what is with the pixelized things in the menu? That is the only pixel thing besides the text that said "Dash It".
In the description I didn't think it was going to be a good movie because you spelled a lot of things wrong or that was just craft in your writing. I don't know. But it was weird how you made everything violent, well umm... not violent.
The video was very original too but what imspired you to make this? It must have been good considering the fact that you probably spent weeks making this.
So overall I thought this was creative and pretty cool to see all of the vector 3-D art in all of it so here is the overall score:
Creativity 10/10
Originality 10/10
Art 10/10
Audio 10/10
Concept 10/10
Effort 10/10
Like I say in my other reviews, I intend to make super long reviews on very good submissions and that is a compliment to you. I conclude this review to say... Make More music Videos Like these!
Very Neat Job!
is a good animation but i don't really get it and why "DASH IT!"?
is only a few images and.....well....random things o.O , well ,i give u a 7 cause the music is great :D
that was epic but hard to not fall over afterwords but still good!!


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New York, August 23, 2012--Egyptian leader Mohamed Morsi banned pre-trial detention of journalists charged with press-related offenses today in a decree issued just hours after a Cairo criminal court jailed an editor pending trial on charges of insulting the president, according to news reports.
"We welcome President Morsi's decision to ban pre-trial detention but urge thorough reform that repeals the archaic laws criminalizing the reporting of news and the expression of opinion," said CPJ Executive Director Joel Simon. "Authorities must also halt an alarming rise in repression that has included newspaper confiscations, criminal prosecutions, and assaults against journalists."
A Giza criminal court had ordered the pre-trial detention of Islam Afifi, editor-in-chief of the private daily Al-Dustour, who is charged with "insulting the president" and "spreading rumors that could disturb public safety and harm public interest," according to news reports. Afifi's trial, originally scheduled to begin today, was postponed to September 16 and the presiding judge ordered him jailed in Cairo's Tora Prison, news reports said.
Afifi was freed shortly after Morsi issued the decree, according to news reports. Cairo's general prosecutor also lifted an August 12 order that barred Afifi from traveling, according to news reports. The travel ban was issued a day after a Cairo court ordered the confiscation of several editions of Al-Dustour, CPJ research shows.
Al-Dustour is well-known for its criticism of the government's majority Freedom and Justice Party, the political arm of the Muslim Brotherhood, news reports said. The daily has run several articles alleging the Muslim Brotherhood would turn Egypt into an Islamic state, the reports said.
Abdel-Halim Qandil editor-in-chief of the private weekly Sawt al-Umma, and Adel Hammoda, editor-in-chief of the private weekly El-Fagr are facing trial on similar charges of insulting the president, according to news reports. Qandil's charge stems from an August 13 article that questioned the president's intelligence, news reports said. Hammoda's charges stem from articles on June 28 and August 9 calling the president a "fascist," and "protector of terrorists," according to news reports.
Today's developments came against a backdrop of rising repression in Egypt. On Wednesday, authorities confiscated several editions of the weekly Al-Shaab, which is affiliated with Egypt's Labor Party, in connection with an article criticizing the head of Egypt's intelligence apparatus, according to news reports.
Earlier this month, Egypt's upper house of parliament, the Shura Council, appointed new editors-in-chief of the country's state-run newspapers. The move was seen as placing people sympathetic to the Muslim Brotherhood in charge of state news coverage. Over the past month, CPJ documented a stream of attacks against journalists including the confiscation a newspaper, the physical assault of three journalists on the street, and the censorship of several newspapers.
· For more data and analysis on Egypt, visit CPJ's Egypt page here.


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A man charged with murdering a prison officer in the North is due to appear in court today.
David Black, 52, was shot dead as he drove to work along a motorway in Co Armagh in November 2012.
The father-of-two was the 31st member of the prison service to be killed in the North, the first such murder in almost 20 years.
Detectives arrested a 33-year-old man in Lurgan in Co Armagh on Monday. He also faces charges of possessing a firearm with the intent to endanger life.
The accused will appear at Craigavon Magistrates' Court today, a Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) spokeswoman said.
Mr Black, from Cookstown in Co Tyrone, was on the M1 motorway enroute to Maghaberry Prison in Co Antrim when he was shot at high speed.
The Toyota Camry car used in his killing was later found burnt out in Lurgan.
Two other men, one in the North and one in the Republic of Ireland, face charges linked to the purchase and movement of the Toyota Camry.


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Those of you who were saddened to see the passing of the French restaurant, Tradition by Pascal, take heart: A delightful new bistro has taken its place.
Juliette Kitchen and Bar features contemporary California cuisine in an attractive, airy, more casual setting. Repurposed gray barn wood on tables, walls and flooring set the scene. Chocolate leather booths and banquettes, plus wooden Restoration Hardware chairs, complete the picture. A formal crystal chandelier that owner Juliette Chung moved to the restaurant from her own living room creates an ironic final touch.
Chef Daniel Hyatt ably heads the kitchen and presents an inventive take on some classic dishes, as well as some creative and delicious dishes of his own.
You can certainly make an interesting meal from a selection of cheeses, which are served with house-made fig jam, raisins on the vine and grilled baguette, "charcuterie," served with marinated olives and spiced almonds or small plates, as well as traditional dinners.
Our first small plate set the bar high for the rest of the meal: pan-grilled, tender gnocchi was tossed with baby artichoke hearts, slivers of radicchio, shreds of flavorful duck confit and toasted pecans in an arugula and basil pesto. Wow!
Roasted fennel was unlike any we had ever tasted before. The bulbs were roasted in butter with shallots until they were incredibly tender and rich. A slightly spicy ancho chili yogurt sauce was painted on the vegetable, then the dish was sprinkled with pieces of a pistachio and fennel seed brittle. The unctuous fennel, the sweet crunchy brittle and the hint of creamy spiciness made for an outstanding dish.
A bed of slightly chewy farro, a wheat grain that looks like barley, was prepared like a buttery risotto but was even better because of the wonderful texture of the grain. Pickled cucumbers, apricots and roasted shallots added delicious complexity to this accompaniment for three perfectly seared, moist, juicy scallops.
These small plates were actually not small so they were great for sharing. Next time we will try the tuna crudo with jalapeno-mango sorbet and the beer-braised octopus or maybe the tamarind-flavored pork belly with dried cherries, turnips, roasted tomatoes, pickled radish and pistachios.
Scallops reappeared luxuriating in the luscious broth of Juliette's fish stew, which transformed them into pillows of intense flavor.
Along with the scallops were sweet mussels, delicate white fish and a particularly tasty giant prawn, all contributing juices to make this a spectacular liquid, accented by tomatoes and smoked paprika. Hyatt added baby turnips instead of the more traditional, and heavier, potatoes.
The stew was served with two long thin garlic toasts, which we quickly polished off, soaking up the soup. They were highly inadequate to do the job and bread is not served. If you order this dish, you will definitely want to order some extra toasts. We were forced to scoop up the rest with spoons or mussel shells.
Previously, Chung, with husband John Hughes, owned a diner called the Filling Station in Orange, and she was reputed to make the best pies in Orange County. So, we eagerly anticipated dessert. Dessert Chef Erica Choi serves up six of them and they all sound great; from salted caramel pot de crème with spiced pepita brittle to chocolate soufflé with Bing cherry compote.
With peaches in season, we went for the "galette" with raspberry coulis and vanilla ice cream. This free form pie can be made with various types of dough but our favorite is short butter crust, which Choi makes.
We suspect that the dough is baked separately from the fruit and then combined and warmed before serving. This results in a perfect, crispy, cookie-like crust. The peaches were intensely flavored and delicious without being overly sweet.
We happily welcome Juliette as an exciting new addition to the local dining scene.
ELLE HARROW and TERRY MARKOWITZ were in the gourmet food and catering business for 20 years. They can be reached for comments or questions at email@example.com.
Juliette Kitchen and Bar
Contact: (949) 752-5854 or juliettenb.com
Where: 1000 Bristol Street North, Suite 11, Newport Beach
When: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Cheese and charcuterie plates: $15 for choice of three or $25 for all five
Small plates: $9 to $15
Entrées: $21 to $28
Desserts: $8
Glass: 3 ounces $5 to $12; 6 ounces $7 to $23
Bottle: $20 to $1,950
Corkage Fee: $15 for out of house, from wine merchant next door $5


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By Kerry Magro Oct 09, 2012 0
Laura Shumaker: Not a Regular Mom
Laura Shumaker is an author, consultant, writer, autism advocate, and proud mother of an adult on the autism spectrum. The video above features Laura's book, "A Regular Guy: Growing Up With Autism," in which she discusses her son Matthew's journey with autism over the years. Some of her other writing has included her work as a blogger for The San Francisco Chronicle. In addition, she is a public speaker who has given presentations to schools, book clubs, parent groups and other organizations, sharing her experience to help others. Autism After 16 recently had the opportunity to talk with Laura about what she's doing today.
AA16: Thank you so much, Laura, for taking a minute to talk with us today! How is everything going? What have you been up too recently?
LS: Things are going well! I continue to write essays about my experience as Matthew's mom (here is one I just wrote that I am proud of), speaking to groups about issues that face families and individuals with autism, and also educating teachers about autism from a parent's perspective.
AA16: As a big fan of yours, can you tell me more on what led you to write your book, "A Regular Guy: Growing Up With Autism"?
LS: When Matthew was about 15, my husband and I made the heartbreaking decision to send him to a residential school, something we thought we would never do. When I got home after dropping him off, my friends acted like they were happy for me! I decided I needed to write about my experience as Matthew's mom to educate my family, friends and community. Eventually, I organized all of the stories that I wrote into a book. I am so happy that it has been so well received.
AA16: When did you start blogging for The San Francisco Gate (SF Gate)? Can you tell us what went into the decision to join their organization?
LS: I wanted to raise awareness and offer resource information in the San Francisco Bay Area—not only about autism but other disabilities. As Matthew transitioned into adulthood, I realized that there were a lot of parents like me who needed information and support. I was so lucky that SFGate gave me the opportunity to share my experiences and information. A lot of the stuff I was writing seemed to resonate to the broader community.
AA16: I read one of your recent posts on SF Gate, "15 Things You Should Never Say To An Autistic," and I was very intrigued by Number 12 that says, "You mean you are a person with autism. You are a person first, not a disability or a disorder label." In regards to the debate that sometimes comes when discussing "person with autism" versus "autistic Individual," do you think it's important for people to respect both party's preferences?
LS: Absolutely! I also thing it is wonderful that articulate self-advocates like YOU are speaking up.
AA16: I know your son Matthew has been a huge influence behind your writing. Can you tell us a little bit more on what's he up to today?
LS: Matthew is doing just great. He is 26 years old now and living in Camphill Communities California. He is working and training in landscaping and biodynamic farming. Matthew used to have aggressive and impulsive behaviors and doesn't so much anymore. He is very verbal and loves traveling and singing. He has joined a church, and really wants to find a girlfriend! He does have a lot of great friends now, which is huge. I am so proud of him.
AA16: What do you think is important for parents to know about having a child with autism today? Looking back, what is one thing you wish you knew when first finding out about Matthew's diagnosis?
LS: When Matthew was young, not as much was known about early intervention, and we tried all this weird stuff. Parents these days are lucky to have evidence-based interventions that improve outcomes. When Matthew was first diagnosed, I had no idea how much I would learn to love and accept and ENJOY him. I also wish I had known to get help/support earlier. It seems to me that there is so much more support available these days and that is wonderful.
AA16: As an adult with autism, I've been somewhat skeptical about our community's progress in regards to adult services. How do you feel when it comes to this topic?
LS: Kerry, this is a topic I am very passionate about and I am working hard to build more resources. In out area, we have AASCEND (Autism Asperger's Syndrome Coalition for Education, Networking and Development). In addition to monthly meetings, AASCEND has a Job Club that is very active. I also think it is important to create housing and community/social opportunities for adults with autism. What I love about Camphill for Matthew is that it has a built-in and natural circle of support and community. I would be so happy to do more in this area.
AA16: Tell us a little about Matthew and what he was like growing up. What were the greatest challenges during those early years?
LS: Matthew was a dreamy little boy who would all of a sudden bolt away from me when I least expected it! I really had to be on my toes. He was the same way in school, and it was very hard to get him to focus. The impulsive behavior was a problem, too. It took a scary turn when he was going through puberty and he became aggressive and very difficult to keep track of. Through it all I think the greatest challenge I had was balancing his care with that of my two younger sons. It was so important to me that they get the attention that they deserved.
AA16: What were the factors that contributed to the decision to send him to a residential school?
LS: Sending Matthew to a residential school was the last thing that I thought I would ever do. But the aggressive and impulsive behavior that I mentioned earlier was such a worry. In one instance, Matthew ran into a young boy on his bike, (while we thought he was resting in his room) and the boy broke both legs. We didn't even hear about it until we got a letter from the boy's attorney a few months later. It became clear that Matthew was not safe in the community where he grew up, and that his behavior was putting others in danger.
AA16: Why did you choose Camphill Communities for Matthew? What made this a good fit?
LS: We actually looked for schools in California, where we live, but at the time the only schools that were available would require Matthew to live in a group home. This was a worry since Matthew was a wanderer. A consultant told us about Camphill. When we went to visit, we liked the fact that students lived in houses with families and co-workers were typically developing and dedicated to service. Matthew would be cared for, but he would work alongside members of the community, disabled or not. Camphill's philosophy is that individuals with disabilities tend to be taken care of all of their lives. Their ability to contribute to a community is enriching and restoring.
AA16: The Camphill website states that its communities are "inspired by the anthroposophical teachings of Rudolph Steiner." Could you tell us what this refers to and what it means?
LS: Anthroposophy is the spiritual scientific understanding of the human being given by philosopher, scientist, and educator Rudolf Steiner, Ph.D. (1861-1925). Anthroposophy embraces a spiritual understanding of the human being, based on knowing rather than faith. Anthroposophy is the wellspring for Waldorf education, biodynamic agriculture, and new frontiers in science, the arts, sociology, medicine, and curative work. In Camphill Communities and Schools believe that:
- Everyone is interdependent and equal;
- It's the right and responsibility of each individual to pursue a personal education so that he or she may contribute to the spiritual progress of the world; and
- Every individual is a spiritual being, and that this spirituality is eternal and can never be judged.
AA16: What helped Matthew learn to manage his challenging behaviors? Were there specific interventions that you think were especially helpful or do you think self-management came with maturity?
LS: So many things contributed to helping Matthew learn how to control his behaviors—behavior plans, positive reinforcement, ABA, floor time, psychotherapy, medication, the list goes on! Matthew and everyone in his circle of care continue to work on behavior. There has not been one specific thing, but ability and maturity come close!
AA16: What kind of adult services does Matthew receive through the State of California?
LS: Not that many people have financial resources to afford this residential care (including us!). I'm not sure about other states, but the Matthew is a client of the regional centers of California, under the Department of Developmental Services. As such, he qualifies for funding for his Supported Living Program at Camphill California. When he went to Camphill Special School, our school district paid for the educational portion of the tuition and the regional center paid for the residential portion. Camphill Schools and Communities are nonprofit, so they count on contributions from parents who are able and fundraising is important!
AA16: What thoughts would you have for parents who may not have access to quality residential programming?
LS: I would say that if parents do not have access to residential programs, or if it is not their choice, they should:
- Make sure the school district is providing the services that their child needs and deserves;
- Get breaks. Find out about respite from your local department of developmental services. You are not doing yourself or your child any favors if you are tired and overwhelmed. Everyone needs a break!
- Don't forget the siblings. Give them as much one-on-one attention that you can. My sons Andy and John, (now 24 and 19) tell me that they are grateful that my husband and I made this a priority.
AA16: Any concluding thoughts you would like to share with our readers?
LS: Just that I admire my son Matthew so much. I feel so fortunate that I've been able to connect with so many great people like you through the work that I do! I'm also very proud of my other two sons, Matthew's younger brothers John and Andy. They are so kind and encouraging with Matthew, and they make him laugh. God bless them!


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There's a thread here on teachingin japan that has some views from people with experience there that might help:
Hi All,
I'm Ita. I'm new in the group. :) I'm from Indonesia and I'm studying TESOL now at University of Northern Iowa.
I wonder if anyone have had experiences teaching in foreign countries or info about teaching opportunities in any Asian countries, such as China, Japan, Korea etc.
I'd love to learn from your experiences. :)
There's a thread here on teachingin japan that has some views from people with experience there that might help:
Thank you very much! I really appreciate it. :D
May I know where you are teaching now?
I think it's important to warn you about some of the difficulties you might face in these areas of the world. These countries aren't like America or Western Europe, and there is absolutely nothing to stop blatant discrimination based on things that you cannot change. The first obstacle you're going to face in any Asian country is the native speaker obstacle. Many schools simply won't even give you an interview if they find out you're not a native speaker, so even if you're completely fluent, with no "foreign" accent, you'll never get a chance to show it. Being taught by a native speaker is a big selling point for a lot of these for-profit schools, so they can't then hire non-native speakers.
And the second issue is one of race. Put simply, enough parents are racist that it affects the hiring policy of many schools in Asia. Parents will assume that an Asian will not be able to teach English as well as a white person, even if said person is a native speaker from the UK or America. I've only taught in Vietnam, and it's definitely a big issue here, but from what I've read, it's a big issue across the continent. I do know both non-native speakers and Asian Americans who have been able to get jobs at decent schools (including schools that officially only hire natives). What I've never seen is a non-native Asian working in a decent school.
Good luck anyway.
Hi. I taught in Japan for 6 years. There is a great newsletter that is free called Ohayosensei. It is for people who want to find teaching jobs in Japan. It has been used by schools in Japan for quite a long time and has a great reputation. There are jobs on there. You can google it.
Ohayo means good morning and sensei means teacher in Japanese.


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Motorola is back with the Devour, the third Android-powered device to land on Verizon Wireless. Originally spotted in Megan Fox's bathtub during Super Bowl 2010, the phone is available at retail locations across the United States. The question that's in every technology person's mind, however, is: will the unit sell, given how close the company's flagship Android device (the DROID) is in regards to price?
Design & Features
The Motorola Devour ships in a small, environmentally conscious box. Inside, you'll find the device, battery, an AC adapter, USB cable (which doubles as the charging cord), an 8 GB microSD card (installed in phone, with support for up to 32 GB), and instruction manuals. Coming in at 4.55 inches long by 2.4 inches wide by 0.61 inch thick, the device weighs 6.35 ounces, making it a heavier smartphone. When it comes to the general size, the Devour is much larger than it looks in pictures. It's not as brash looking as the DROID, but you can tell that the two devices come from the same "family."
The left side of the Devour contains the battery door and microUSB charging port, while the volume rocker and camera button can be found on the right side of the device. The front of the device contains the screen, three touch buttons (menu, home, and back), the optical navigation pad, and the camera can be found on the back of the device. Slide the screen to the right to obtain access to the full QWERTY keyboard.
The device offers a 3.1-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen with 65,536 colors and 320 x 480 pixels. At first glance, the Devour's display is of lower quality (and smaller) than those found on the DROID and Nexus One, but it's acceptable. Despite the smaller screen, it's quite responsive and was a pleasure to use. The hinge is spring-loaded and clicks into place quite easily, though there was some play in my hinge. The winning feature on the Devour, however, is the unibody construction; gone are the days of wobbly battery doors and squeaking parts. The Devour has a beautiful metal body, and the battery and microSD card can be accessed from a side port.
Usability & Performance
The Devour sports a 600 MHz CPU, and while it suffered from the occasional lag, speed was generally good. From multitasking to general performance, everything felt relatively snappy. The device ships with Android 1.6, and Motorola's MOTOBLUR custom user interface. MOTOBLUR is an interesting animal, and I'll be honest – I'm not a huge fan. On one hand, I like the concept of being able to organize everything in one place, but on the other hand, BLUR feels way too busy. I placed the device in the hands of several "BLUR" newbies, and after ten minutes of use, both were quite confused with how to operate the phone. If you so desire, you can customize, add, and remove the widgets to your liking, so there's something you can do if the colors, text, and imagery becomes a blur (pun intended).
Sporting a full QWERTY keyboard, the Devour is ready for serious messaging. The keys are raised and curved slightly, making it relatively easy to feel them, but they're a bit too squishy for my liking. As such, I've found myself using the on-screen keyboard more than the physical QWERTY. This is probably where I'll disagree with every other journalist in the tech sphere, but I prefer the DROID's keyboard to the Devour's keyboard, due to the DROID's flat QWERTY configuration and non-separated keys. The optical navigation, while nice, wasn't necessary for most of the day-to-day phone operations. What's more, I found that it didn't work that well unless you were in the browser. It didn't seem like it was optimized for the menus. The buttons on the touchscreen operated well, with no issues whatsoever.
The Devour ships with a 3.0-megapixel camera, and in my testing, picture quality was mediocre and a bit grainy. Editing options include geotagging and color effects. The video camera quality was decent – good for quick clips to send to friends, but not for anything past that.
I tested the Devour in the Charlotte area, and call quality was mediocre. When I visited the Verizon dead spots in the city, most callers reported issues with hearing me, and I dropped several calls in service-challenged areas. Background static was present during conversations in the aforementioned areas. Despite those issues, I tested the speakerphone in a noisy gas station, and was able to hear my callers without a problem. While they were able to hear the background noise, it didn't prevent us from having a conversation. I successfully paired my Plantronics Voyager Pro Bluetooth headset to the device without a problem, and callers were unable to tell that I was using a headset.
Estimated talk time is 6.5 hours of talk time, and about 19 days of standby time. Overall, battery life was admirable. With moderate to heavy use including calling, text messaging, instant messaging, browsing the internet, and use of Google Maps, I was able to make it just over one day before the device powered down. I find it to be much better than other smartphones like the iPhone, Nexus One, and DROID.
The Motorola Devour offers 3G (EVDO) connectivity, so browsing speeds were very fast. The full CNN webpage loaded in about 18 seconds, and the PhoneDog homepage loaded in 26 seconds. Other data-intensive tasks such as Google Maps, the Android Market, Google Talk, and downloaded apps worked well. Though signal fluctuated on a regular basis, data speeds seemed to remain strong.
The Motorola Devour is a decent mid-level Android device that is a welcome addition to the Verizon lineup. It's a bit pricey in the $99-$149 range, leading me to believe that customers will (and should) opt for the DROID instead. I like the Devour in a lot of ways, but I found myself longing for the DROID or Nexus One after a few hours. I found MOTOBLUR to be relatively confusing, and wasn't a fan of the physical keyboard. That being said, it has a decent feature set and I love the unibody construction. If you're a Verizon customer in the market for a Android-powered smartphone, the Devour is worthy of a look.


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By Jim Stanford on May 1, 2014
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Beatlemania is coming to Montana this summer, as Paul McCartney brings his Out There tour to Missoula on Aug. 5.
The Beatles bassist will play Washington-Grizzly Stadium at the University of Montana. Tickets go on sale May 9.
The rock legend will turn 72 in June, but that hasn't stopped him from playing three-hour shows spanning his career and heavy on Beatles hits.
Sir Paul also will perform indoors Aug. 7 in Salt Lake City, giving Jackson Hole fans two options to see him within a five- or six-hour drive.
When it comes to ticket prices, however, McCartney may as well be the Taxman, charging up to $250 for premium seats. Tickets for Missoula start at $49.50, available at griztix.com or by calling 888-MONTANA.
The Big Sky State's scenic beauty and a good recommendation from Mick Jagger helped lure McCartney to Missoula. The Rolling Stones played the outdoor football stadium, which has a capacity of 25,000, in 2006.
In other music news, the Teton Valley Foundation has released its lineup for Music on Main. The free concert series will feature James McMurtry, Young Dubliners, Paper Bird, The Motet and Elephant Revival, as well as local bands.
Concerts take place on Thursday nights in Victor City Park beginning June 26.
(Photo via Wikimedia)
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Tags: montana, music on main, rock, teton valley, travel


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From the Guardian
It is the government's flagship education policy. But councils in England are warning that the academies scheme will drain resources from support services used by thousands of conventional state schools that have not left their local authorities.
Education Guardian has calculated that the huge expansion in the government's academies programme could cost councils up to £820m over two years.
Councils claim that money to meet these costs will inevitably have to come from other services provided by local authorities, including support for the most vulnerable pupils, at a time when education is facing its sharpest spending cuts for 50 years, according to analysis last week by the Institute for Fiscal Studies.
Analysis of submissions to the government's consultation on academy funding by the Local Government Association (LGA), which represents all English and Welsh local authorities, the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (Cipfa) and the umbrella body London Councils, supplemented by information from six individual councils, shows that councils believe too much money has been given to individual academies by the government, and that ministers are now trying to take cash from local authorities to meet these costs. The claims come after this newspaper revealed in April how some schools appear to have received six-figure windfalls after becoming academies.
Peter Downes, a Liberal Democrat councillor in Cambridgeshire who opposes academies, says: "The whole academies policy has been carried out without any serious assessment of the financial implications. It risks creating extra costs for the education system, at a time when we can ill afford it."
Academies are funded directly from central government and operate largely without receiving local authority support services, including school improvement and behaviour support. The government says they receive the same amount of money for support services as they would have received had they been a conventional local authority "maintained" school. Academies can then buy in any support they need.
Since summer 2010, 1,525 schools have taken on academy status, or applied to do so. Ministers said last year that they expected only 400 new academies in 2010-12.
The government is therefore seeking to slash the funding for local authorities to provide support services since, ministers say, the growth in academies means there is now less demand for these services.
In January, the government proposed to cut local authority budgets by £148m in 2011-12 and by £265m in 2012-13. But following a legal challenge in May by 23 authorities, which argued that the reductions were calculated unfairly and flouted government guidelines on passing extra costs on to local councils, the government launched a new consultation on academy funding over the summer.
But the consultation proposed to cut local authority budgets even further to take account of the faster-than-anticipated growth in academy numbers. This would see councils lose between £940m and £1.06bn by 2012-13.
Although councils accept that there should be some reduction in funding for their services, they say the proposed cuts go far beyond any likely savings. Other budgets will therefore have to be raided to make up the shortfall.
The LGA surveyed 32 authorities and found them reporting average savings of £15 per pupil because of a falling demand for services as more schools in their areas became academies.
The LGA therefore says council budgets should be cut by a figure of £15-£70 for every academy pupil. But the government says this sum should be more than £200.
Calculations by this newspaper, based on the LGA's estimated per-pupil savings, suggest that council budgets should therefore be reduced by a maximum of £233m over two years to pay for the academies policy. As ministers are seeking to make cuts of £940m-£1.06bn, councils believe they face an unjustified bill for academies of £707m-£822m.
David Simmons, chairman of the LGA's children and young people board, says: "We are supportive of the academies policy, but we are concerned that at present the Department for Education [DfE] does not have sufficient funding in its budget to support the number of schools looking to convert, and therefore is looking for money from councils that are already hard-pressed. We need to find a new way to provide funding for schools when they convert."
The councils argue that individual academies have been overfunded because:
• The government's formula wrongly gives academies a share of some council budgets for functions which local authorities, rather than academies, have to perform, such as strategic planning and, in some authorities, children's social care;
• Academies are wrongly given an equal share of funding for school improvement support. Councils argue that, with most schools that have become academies now either rated good or outstanding this is unfair, since councils in the past have rightly focused such resources on weaker schools. The LGA says the government has breached equal opportunities law by not considering the effect of this on disadvantaged pupils in non-academy schools;
• Academies receive a share of what the local authority was spending on its school support services the previous year. With council budgets falling year-on-year, this also represents over-funding.
In their consultation responses, the LGA, London Councils and local authorities including Kent, Somerset and Cambridgeshire have castigated the proposals as unworkable. They describe the government's methodology variously as "irrational", "completely unreasonable" and "fundamentally flawed".
England's largest local authority, Conservative-controlled Kent, says that, while academies are receiving £230 per pupil in support service payments, the true figure, reflecting the cost of extra services academies must provide once they leave the local authority, should be £40 per pupil. This means a secondary school with 1,000 pupils would gain £190,000 simply by becoming an academy.
Kent also calculates that the overfunding of academies is so acute that, if 30% of its schools were to convert to academy status, payments to them would leave it with no budget at all for services to support the remaining 70%.
Somerset council, another Tory authority, says in its consultation response: "The current proposals would place an unacceptable burden on local authorities and the remaining maintained schools." John Osman, Somerset county council's cabinet member for children and young people, says: "We support the statement in the consultation document that academies and maintained schools should be funded fairly and equitably and strongly believe that the current proposals would not deliver this equity."
Cipfa believes the proposed cuts could be challenged in court. "The [government proposal] … would overstate the amount that should logically be transferred to academies. In that event, local authorities' remaining maintained schools – and therefore their pupils – would be financially disadvantaged," its consultation response said. "We believe that, if the methodology is not amended, it is possible that the size of this problem might be so significant as to trigger some further legal challenge."
Local authority sources say that, in the longer term, academy funding must be cut to come into line with that of maintained schools, in order for the policy to be financially sustainable.
Simon Pickard, a member of Cipfa's children's services panel, says: "If more and more schools convert to academy status, sooner or later the policy is going to become unaffordable, so academies will find their budgets will reduce over time."
A DfE spokesman says per-pupil funding is the same in academies as in maintained schools. He adds: "In the light of the greater numbers of academies converting nationally than initially anticipated, we need to ensure that they and local authorities are funded fairly.
"In July we published a consultation on the appropriate methodology for calculating the amount of funding relating to … relevant services that should transfer from local government to academies in 2011-12 and 2012-13. We are currently considering the responses in detail and will be making an announcement in due course."
Councils do not know when they are going to get an answer. With budgets so tight, ministers seem unlikely to want to respond positively to the authorities' claims. The reaction from local authorities, if their arguments are rejected, will be interesting to watch.


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The grandparent can be notoriously tricky customer when it comes to educating, particularly when that education is a lesson in technology, but, because you're a good person and this is the Good Christmas, you're going to give it a shot by giving them the gift of VoIP.
Now, obviously there are many kinds of grandparent from the younger end right up to the great grandparent. Within that there's also going to be big differences in technical ability and experience from the hardcore silver surfer to the absolute novice. What this is, is a guide for the lowest common denominator. This is how to teach your grandparent who knows nothing about computers how to use Skype, and it's not going to be easy.
The trouble is that the technophobe grandparent can be a highly conflicted creature. On the one hand, they would like their lives to be enriched and they would also, deep down, like to learn and experience new things. At the same time though, they do not wish to be humiliated and they'll get wound up if they start becoming acutely aware of the fact that their brain power is a touch rustier than it once was. Push them into that corner and you'll find that they give up quickly with statements about not being bothered or it being a waste of time or saying thing like they're too old or such. Softly, softly is the approach but don't talk to them like children - only as children of technology.
Do they want to learn?
Your first job before you bother with any of this is to find out whether your grandparent actually wants to use Skype. It's an important consideration and it's no use forcing it on them otherwise they'll bail on the lesson at the first opportunity
They'll probably be aware of the idea of video calling on the Internet but, if not, explain that it's possible, that you can do it to anywhere in the world and, most of all, that it's free. Remove the notion that they could accidentally wrack up three digit phone bills and you'll torn down a chunk of one of the most important barriers in this process - fear.
General Rules
1. No acronyms. Start using terms like VoIP and they'll be brushing you off before you've even opened a laptop.
2. No external webcams. Make them connect any hardware or do anything more complicated in the set up beyond pressing the on button and it'll never happen; or, worse still, you'll end up getting IT support calls at work for the next three months with verbal descriptions and instructions that'll misunderstood by both parties. Internal devices only.
3. No jargon. Come to think of it, don't even refer to the thing as a webcam. At worst, it's a camera; at best, maybe don't even mention it at all. As for megapixels and Facebook integration, just don't even think about it.
4. Keep it simple. Humanise the whole process. No need to explain in full details what's going on when sometimes the idea of things happening by magic might be easier to swallow rather bombarding with fact.
5. Be prepared to fail. Ultimately, this isn't a guide on how to annoy your grandparents. There's a very good chance that you're not going to succeed with this, so let it go if it doesn't work. There's no point in getting anyone unduly upset. Give in when they decide that they've had enough.
6. Write it down. It's no good asking people to remember a whole process after telling them once. Make step by step notes for them which they can consult any time they wish. If you can include pictures and screenshots, then so much the better.
A great deal of the stress and complication of this task can be eradicated by some solid prep work done days before you even attempt to teach your grandparent how to use Skype. This is what you'll need to do.
a. Set up a computer
Now, there's an excellent chance that your grandparent does not own a computer and possibly has never used one either. This is going to be the hardest part to get around and, again, it's mostly a question of fear.
Do not attempt to set up a new computer with your grandparent next to you. They will lose interest long before you get to Skype. The best thing to do is find an old but not knackered machine for them to keep. A netbook with a reasonable webcam would probably be ideal.
Whatever you choose, strip it down. Clear the storage, remove most of the software and take as many icons off the desktop as possible. Try to keep it down to Skype, Office and your choice of browser. All extraneous manufacturer on-screen docks and tool bars should be deleted. The only decision we'll leave to you is whether you want to include anti-virus or not. You'll probably get away without it given that they won't be using the Internet at large or e-mailing just yet but it's your call. Do you think they can handle Avast telling them that it's updated itself or Norton asking for permission to scan?
b. Set up Skype
Much of the hard work can be done before you sit down with your grandparent. What we're aiming for is open and call usability by the time you're showing them how it's done.
The first thing that your grandparent will need is a Skype account. Set that up beforehand. If you start up the program together to find that they already have an amusing name like Granny Lint complete with amusing profile pic, then you might even get a giggle and, remember, giggles buy you more attention span, and more attention span is what you'll need to complete this task successfully.
Tick the box on the front end of Skype to automatically sign in the moment they open the program and you can even set it to start up as soon as the computer logs on as well, all in the same place at the sign in screen.
Your next move is to make sure that the Skype window is maximised. If you leave it like that when you close it, it'll be the same way every time they open the program. Naturally, they will hit the wrong button at some point up in that top right corner but the good thing about Skype is that minimising and closing basically do the same thing. There's no need to explain how to shut down Skype at any point.
c. Populate their contacts list
Again, something which can be done on your own time is adding a list of contacts to their account. Get all the family added, making sure that they accept the requests at the other end. That way, you can tell your grandparent that if anyone tries to befriend them on Skype, that they can just ignore the request. You don't have to demonstrate how that's done. Just write that tip down and they'll know what to do at the time. Ultimately, that will either work out as pressing the "Ignore" button or literally just ignoring it. What they won't do is click "Accept" and that's what counts.
d. Check the settings
Have a quick play with their Skype account. No need to add many profile details - just a picture if you like - but do head into "Options" under "Tools". Check that the call, video and microphone settings work. Don't bother with a headset. Keep to what's built into the laptop, and check the audio settings are at a decent volume level.
Then head to the "Privacy" area and make sure that no one other than known contacts can call, video call or IM your grandparent's account. Test it all out again from boot, make a test call to check and you should be done.
Step 1: Picking the right time
It might be obvious but don't underestimate the first step. Don't explain all about Skype when it suits you, pick a time when it suits your grandparent. They're probably at their most willing to listen in the mid-morning. There's no good telly on that they're going to miss and you're unlikely to clash with The Archers either. The other advantage is that they're less likely to be tired at this point in the day and probably more willing to give things a go. So, perhaps check with them first, then brew some tea for the pair of you and even bring in a plate of sliced up Mars bars to keep everyone's blood sugar nice and high.
Step 2: Powering up
It's tempting to start explaining all sorts about Windows or Mac OS when it pops up on the screen but don't. You'll only be eating through some of that precious attention span and probably wiping out how much in total you'll get anyway by adding some confusion here and there. Effectively, you'll be burning the candle at both ends. Avoid this. Stick to the plan and say that you'll be happy to field any of their non-Skype related questions after the main task. They'll appreciate the structure.
There are three things you need to teach your grandparent to do. The first is press the on button. Make sure that they take note of the positioning and get them to press it themself. It's a practical lesson not a demonstration. You'll have plenty of time to play with your own computer later.
It's probably worth mentioning that booting up will take a while. Obviously don't use the work "booting". It might be best to tell them to wait 60 seconds or so before returning to the machine to make sure that everything has loaded that needs to. We don't want hour glasses and spinning wheels to start confusing the issue.
What you need to do now is teach them to use the mouse. Sounds silly and obvious but they might not have done this before. Whether you choose to go with a trackpad or a dedicated mouse is your choice. They both have their relative advantages and disadvantages. Whichever you choose, tell them to ignore right click button.
Now, being curious creatures, they're going to ignore anyway, so do show them what happens when you right click and how to get out of it when a little menu pops up. Beyond that, just work on moving the cursor around and left clicking on things here are there. If you want, you don't even have to bother with double-clicking. If you pin the Skype program to the Taskbar on Windows 7, then it's a simple one click operation to fire it up. Otherwise, create a desktop icon.
Step 3: Making a call
Ok. This is the moment you've been waiting for. First up, you need to explain the difference between the status icons. They're not going to like this. It makes things seem more confusing that they first thought it would have to be, but don't be perturbed. It won't take long. Just remember not to actually use the words "status icons". They might think you're talking about a luxury yacht or something.
Click on the drop down by the green tick next to their name in the top left and show how you can change between Away, Busy and Do Not Disturb. It's also worth pointing out what Offline looks like but no need to worry about Invisible. They'll ask but fob them off until you decide to come back for advanced lessons. The idea of the status changes isn't so much to teach your grandparent how to change their own but more to recognise what they're contacts are doing and why they might not be able to reach them at any given moment.
Now that that's all sorted, it's time to make a call. Again, it's probably best to avoid double-clicking. Instead, get them to click once on the person they're after in the left pane to make sure they're highlighted and then click "Video Call" in the main panel. It actually doesn't matter whether they go with Call or Video Call but pick one and stick to it. Your grandparent can easily start or stop a video once a call is in-progress. Make sure to show them how to do that.
Make your first call together to a family member that you know will be there and, if you've reached this point, give yourself a pat on the back. The real reward is about to come as soon as your grandparent gets to enjoy a live face to face conversation. Cue delight.
Once you've both had a good chinwag, show them how to hit the red phone icon to hang up. The one next to the person's name on the contacts panel on the left is probably the easiest place to do it.
Now that your grandparent has the hang of things, log into Skype on your smartphone and get them to call you. Make sure that you sit round the corner, far enough away not to end up in a horrible feedback loop. Give that a whirl a few times. Get them to call you and try calling them back to make sure that they can answer and, if they've got that down, then they're basically there.
Now that that's all sorted, it's time to make a call. Again, it's probably best to avoid double-clicking. Instead, get them to click once on the person they're after in the left pane to make sure they're highlighted and then click "Video Call" in the main panel. It actually doesn't matter whether they go with Call or Video Call but pick one and stick to it. Your grandparent can easily start or stop a video once a call is in-progress. Make sure to show them how to do that.
Make your first call together to a family member that you know will be there and, if you've reached this point, give yourself a pat on the back. The real reward is about to come as soon as your grandparent gets to enjoy a live face to face conversation. Cue delight.
Once you've both had a good chinwag, show them how to hit the red phone icon to hang up. The one next to the person's name on the contacts panel on the left is probably the easiest place to do it.
Now that your grandparent has the hang of things, log into Skype on your smartphone and get them to call you. Make sure that you sit round the corner, far enough away not to end up in a horrible feedback loop. Give that a whirl a few times. Get them to call you and try calling them back to make sure that they can answer and, if they've got that down, then they're basically there.
Step 4: Changing the volume
The only other thing you'll have to show you grandparent how to do in-call is to change the volume. The message here is not to bother mucking around with the in-app volume control. It's faff compared to using the master volume slider attached to the Taskbar on the bottom right of Windows and at the top on a Mac.
Make sure that the icon is always visible and get your grandparent to mess about with it and see what kind of difference it makes. Also be sure to show what it looks like when it's in mute. It's bound to happen some day by accident and they'll need to know what to do when it does.
Step 5: IM
Calling is, of course, only half of the equation of Skype but, in actuality, it's probably 90 per cent of what your grandparent wants to use it for. All the same, it's worth showing them how IM works because it's going to happen at some point.
Again, you're going to want to approach this by selecting the relevant contact in the left panel and then by clicking and starting to write in the field on the bottom right. Have a play back and forth first with a remote family member and then a few times with your smartphone. You can leave the likes of emoticons and sharing files for another day.
Step 6: IT Support
You'll be able to accomplish just about anything else in terms of developing your grandparent's Skype usage remotely from now on. After all, they'll be able to video call and IM you for further help and information. The only missing tool is screen sharing and that's something you'll be able to instruct them how to do once they need help. Remember that to get it to work, you need to be on a call with them. Then get them to go to the "Call" menu and then to the bottom of that where it says "Share Your Screen".
If you've made it this far, then well done you. You've just enriched someone's life and that's the best thing you can do for anybody. And all it cost you was some time and a little patience. From here on in, the world is your grandparent's oyster. See how they get on with the basics, add in a few extras as time goes by and maybe it'll be time to start on browsing the web at large next year.
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I am trying to prove $$\int\cos^n x \ dx = \frac{1}n \cos^{n-1}x \sin x + \frac{n-1}{n}\int\cos^{n-2} x \ dx$$
This problem is a classic, but I seem to be missing one step or the understanding of two steps which I will outline below.
$$I_n := \int\cos^n x \ dx = \int\cos^{n-1} x \cos x \ dx \tag{1}$$
First question: why rewrite the original instead of immediately integrating by parts of $\int \cos^n x \ dx$?
Integrate by parts with $$u = \cos^{n-1} x, dv = \cos x \ dx \implies du = (n-1)\cos^{n-2} x \cdot -\sin x, v = \sin x$$
which leads to
$$I_n = \sin x \ \cos^{n-1} x +\int\sin^2 x (n-1) \ \cos^{n-2} x \ dx \tag{2}$$
Since $(n-1)$ is a constant, we can throw it out front of the integral:
$$I_n = \sin x \ \cos^{n-1} x +(n-1)\int\sin^2 x \ \cos^{n-2} x \ dx\tag{3}$$
I can transform the integral a bit because $\sin^2 x + cos^2 x = 1 \implies \sin^2 x = 1-\cos^2 x$
$$I_n = \sin x \ \cos^{n-1} x + (n-1)\int(1-\cos^2 x) \ \cos^{n-2} x \ dx \tag{4}$$
According to Wikipedia as noted here, this simplifies to:
$$I_n = \sin x \ \cos^{n-1} x + (n-1) \int \cos^{n-2} x \ dx - (n-1)\int(\cos^n x) \ dx \tag{5}$$
Question 2: How did they simplify the integral of $\int(1-\cos^2 x) \ dx$ to $\int(\cos^n x) \ dx$?
Assuming knowledge of equation 5, I see how to rewrite it as
$$I_n = \sin x \ \cos^{n-1} x + (n-1) I_{n-2} x - (n-1) I_{n} \tag{6}$$
and solve for $I_n$. I had tried exploiting the fact that $$\cos^2 x = \frac{1}{2} \cos(2x) + \frac{1}{2} $$
and trying to deal with $\int 1 \ dx - \int \frac{1}{2} \cos (2x) + \frac{1}{2} \ dx$
which left me with $\frac{x}{2} - \frac{1}{4} \sin(2x)$ after integrating those pieces. Putting it all together I have:
$$I_n = \sin x \ \cos^{n-1} x + (n-1) I_{n-2} x \left(-(n-1) (\frac{x}{2} - \frac{1}{4} \sin 2x) \right) \tag{7}$$
but I'm unsure how to write the last few terms as an expression of $I_{something}$ to get it to match the usual reduction formula of
$$\int\cos^n x \ dx = \frac{1}n \cos^{n-1}x \sin x + \frac{n-1}{n}\int\cos^{n-2} x \ dx$$


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