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The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia.
The culture of ancient Mesopotamia is characterized by a high level of science, literature and art, with a clear predominance of religious ideology.
The ancient culture of Mesopotamia — Sumerian-Akkadian (from the names of the two parts of the territory, North and South). The oldest city of our planet, is considered the Sumerian Ur. Many sources show the highest astronomical and mathematical achievements of the Sumerians, their architecture is staggering – they are the first to have built the step pyramid. They created such innovations as prescription reference books, library catalogues, the first calendars.
About 3000 BC, the peoples of Mesopotamia knew the letter and could read. Scrawled on the stone, pressed in clay with the resulting signs, similar to a wedge, meant the whole word, or syllable.
About 3000 BC, the peoples of Mesopotamia knew the letter and could read. Scrawled on the stone, pressed in clay with the resulting signs, similar to a wedge, meant the whole word, or syllable. Continue reading
The most mysterious places on the planet
Around the world there are many places that fascinate and even scare its mystery. These seats look unusual, they are unusual events. But they always attracted and attracts still to itself the attention of both scholars and ordinary lovers of all things mysterious and unusual. Many of these places have been investigated by researchers, while others remain a mystery still.
One of the most mysterious and enigmatic places on the planet is in Russia. This city was found in 1987 in the Chelyabinsk region. The arch consists of two rings supporting structures. It has a Central square and circular street. The city has four entrances, the entrance on each side of the light. In this mystical city with people experiencing very strange things. It is considered that it is possible to get rid of old illnesses and diseases. By visiting this site, people are rethinking their lives. Look at things in a different way and all the time want to go back to arch again. Continue reading
Hyperborea – a mysterious country
I thought that now a lot said and written about Lemuria and Atlantis. They were, they sank in different parts of the world, at different times. But there is another unexplored country which they say is much smaller and, oddly enough, even though she has not sunk, but we know very little about it. Was she actually? If was, where? What were the mores and customs? What kind of people lived in it? And a lot of other issues in which I propose to deal in this thread.
Mysterious Hyperborea
Hyperborea, a mythical Northern ancient civilization, the mother of all living peoples. A beautiful legend. No, not so. Hyperborea – historical reality. The perfect civilization, not knowing wars and gave rise to scientific knowledge about the world. There were some in our latitudes. Yes, both versions have supporters. I saw this at the scientific-practical conference "my Motherland – Hyperborea", which was held recently in Apatity. Its initiators were made by the Murmansk regional public organization "New city" and the Commission scientific tourism Russkogovoryaschego society. Continue reading


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Our home is a lakefront single story four bedroom, three bathroom executive Villa. The villa boasts approximately 1850sq feet of "under air" living space with a games room and a large screened deck with a pool and spa and fan cooled covered outside dining area.
See below for a detailed description of each individual area of the property.
The house has undergone a complete remodel which involved upgrading everything from the bathrooms, carpets and tiling to furniture, bedding and entertainment. Most bedrooms have wall mounted HDTV's and brand new ceiling fans
Kitchen: Brand new for 2017. The open plan kitchen features granite counters, a fridge/freezer with ice maker, double sink and dishwasher, cooker, hob and microwave. There is a blender and even waffle maker!. A washing machine and tumble dryer are located in a utility area in the double garage. A raised breakfast bar offers casual dining on high level chairs.
Dining Room: Features a large glass dining table with comfortable over sized seating. Full length patio doors open out onto the secluded outside dining area.
Family room/lounge: Two sofas offer a casual seating environment. There is a brand new entertainment centre with a 46' Samsung HDTV (offering over 90 cable channels, some in HD), a PS3 / Blu-ray / DVD player complete with a selection of movies (including a children's selection))and CD stereo system, just in case you ever manage to exhaust your outside entertainment options! Three part sliding patio doors open out to the pool deck.
Master Suite 1: A large, open bedroom with Brand new furniture throughout. Features a queen size pillow-top bed with luxury bedding and matching furniture. There is also a Samsung widescreen HDTV and HD DVD player and an Ipod/MP3 docking system.This room has direct access to the pool area via private sliding patio doors. There is also a huge walk in closet
Master bathroom; A new, custom designed master bathroom includes a bespoke over-sized "rain-forest" glass enclosed shower with natural stone tiling, a floating double vanity and granite counters and huge oval soaking tub. This one of a kind bathroom is so special that the team who built it asked to use photographs of it in their promotional material!.
Master Suite 2: A large room in its own wing of the house, this room features a queen size pillow-top bed and luxury bedding. This room also features a Samsung widescreen HDTV and DVD player and an Ipod/MP3 docking system. There is ample wardrobe space and the large en- suite bathroom features "his and hers" granite counters and sinks, a glass framed shower with an over-sized massaging shower-head and natural stone tiling.
Bedrooms 3/4: These twin bedded rooms have also been newly redecorated. Each has fitted wardrobes and drawers for storage. Both bedrooms have private "en suite" access to a further full bathroom. This brand new bathroom offers a granite counter and sink, toilet and huge walk in glass shower with natural stone tiles and a new multi setting massaging shower-head. Bedroom three also has a cable HDTV
Pool deck: The large, newly refinished pool deck is fully screened and features a covered recessed dining area with a large table and chairs. Your private pool is 28ft long and has an "in ground" spa/Jacuzzi with water feature. The pool deck offers a full complement of brand new padded sunloungers, recliners and chairs and offers ample space for sunbathing. There is a wide variety of inflatable loungers and toys for use in the pool. Just outside the pool deck you have a large gas BBQ grill for alfresco dining and the whole pool deck area affords stunning views across the lake that backs onto the property.
*** This property is also the current holder of best garden in Sunset Lakes!!***
Games room: Stocked with a full size Table tennis table, high quality pool table,an electronic dart board and Playstation 2/DVD console with a large screen TV. There are also assorted board games to choose from. The games room has direct access to the house via a lockable door.
The villa also offers Free high speed internet access with wireless capability. The connection is the fastest currently available and the router covers the entire house and deck. For young families we also provide a brand new high chair, crib and stroller completely free of charge. If there is more than one infant in your party additional cribs and high chairs can be provided by our management company for a nominal fee.
Security: Your peace of mind is paramount. Sunset Lakes is a fully gated community. Both sets of gates are monitored with coded access. The house itself has a full Brinks alarm system and child alarms on all doors leading to the pool deck.
Sunset lakes
Sunset lakes is a small gated community located on 2 freshwater lakes. The community is surrounded by conservation on 3 sides and you will see wildlife such as eagles, various wading birds, turtles, racoons, armadillos and even alligators and snakes!Amenities include a large swimming pool with chairs, loungers, showers and toilet facilities and a children's playground.


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State and local examples of programs that aim to achieve permanency for youth in foster care.
Finding Adoptive Families for Teens: Practice Tips From the Homecoming Project for Working With Teens Under State Guardianship (PDF - 817 KB)
Chalmers & Skrypek (2008)
Wilder Research, Minnesota Department of Human Services, & The Homecoming Project
Shares practice tips derived from a project in Minnesota that focused on increasing the number of adoptions of teens under State guardianship and helping these teens develop relationship with caring adults.
Georgia Permanency Roundtables
Casey Family Programs
Describes a project in Georgia to develop a permanency plans for each child, stimulate thinking and learning about permanency, and identify and address barriers to permanency.
Illinois Permanence for Older Wards Waiver: Final Evaluation Report (PDF - 1,823 KB)
Quinn, MacAllum, Ciarico, & Rogers (2009)
Discusses results from an evaluation of the Illinois Permanency for Older Wards Waiver, an initiative that offered an enhanced set of transition and postpermanency services to youth who were considering subsidized guardianship or adoption.
Iowa's Blueprint for Forever Families (PDF - 214 KB)
Children's Justice State Council & Iowa Department of Human Services Child Welfare Advisory Committee (2011)
Presents a framework for permanency efforts for child welfare and juvenile justice stakeholders in Iowa.
Permanency: A Statewide Approach to Sustainability (PDF - 116 KB)
California Child Welfare Co-Investment Partnership (2009)
Provides the recommendations of the Permanency Sustainability Workgroup of the California Child Welfare Co-Investment Partnership regarding a plan for sustaining youth permanency training in California.
Travis County Reintegration Project
Casey Family Programs
Offers information and resources, including a video, about a project that provides a network of wraparound services and supports to caregivers of youth who are in the foster care system, have at least one diagnosed mental or behavioral health issue, and are attempting to reintegrate into their homes and communities.
You Gotta Believe
Presents information on the You Gotta Believe program that aims to find permanent parents and families for young adults, teens, and preteens in foster care in the New York City metro area.


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EPA Accepting Grant Proposals to Support Communities
Release Date: 12/20/2007
Contact Information: Kathleen L. Fenton, (913) 551-7874, firstname.lastname@example.com
Environmental News
(Kansas City, Kan., Dec. 20, 2007) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 7, is announcing EPA's national grant competition through the Community Action for a Renewed Environment (CARE) program. EPA Headquarters is currently accepting proposals to support community-based partnerships to reduce pollution at the local level. About $3 million will be available nationally in 2008.
Proposals are due to EPA Headquarters by March 17, 2008. EPA will conduct three conference calls on Jan. 18, Feb. 11, and Feb. 27, 2008, for prospective applicants to ask questions about the application process.
CARE is a competitive grant program that offers an innovative way for communities to organize and take action to reduce toxic pollution in their air, land and water.
The CARE program helps communities address risk comprehensively through technical assistance and resources. As communities create local stakeholder groups that successfully reduce risks from numerous sources, CARE helps them build the long-term capacity to understand and address toxic pollution in their environment. CARE projects are created to be cooperative agreements and partnerships between grantees and EPA.
The following entities are eligible to apply:
- Local, public nonprofit institutions and organizations
- Federally recognized Indian tribal governments
- Native American organizations
- Private nonprofit institutions and organizations
- Colleges and universities
- Quasi-public nonprofit institutions and organizations (both interstate and intrastate)
The 2008 Request for Proposal was announced December 18, 2007, and can be found at www.epa.gov/care. In 2007, $3.4 million in cooperative agreements were made available to more than 20 communities through the CARE program. Examples of projects include addressing abandoned, contaminated industrial and residential properties in Gary, Ind.; dealing with agriculture-related toxics in Yakima County, Wash.; and reducing air emissions from diesel trucks and buses in Woonsocket, R.I. Since 2005, CARE grants to reduce toxics in the environment have reached nearly 50 communities in more than 20 states.
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(Reuters) - Oil producer Penn West Petroleum Ltd's PWT.TO second-quarter profit fell and the company cut its capital spending and production forecast for the year as oil prices continue to fall due to excess supply in the United States and global economic uncertainties.
In the April-June quarter, U.S. crude oil prices fell 9 percent from last year to an average of $93 per barrel.
Penn West, which is one of western Canada's largest conventional oil and gas producers, reduced its capital budget to between C$1.2 billion ($1.21 billion) and C$1.25 billion from a earlier forecast of between C$1.3 billion and C$1.4 billion.
The company also lowered its 2012 production outlook to between 165,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boepd) and 168,500 boepd.
Penn West had forecast production of between 168,500 boepd and 172,500 boepd previously.
Net income fell to C$235 million, or 50 Canadian cents per share, from C$271 million, or 58 Canadian cents per share, a year earlier.
The company said infrastructure constraints and transportation bottlenecks further reduced returns.
Production averaged at 163,181 boepd, up 5 percent from a year earlier.
Funds flow fell 31 percent to C$272 million, or 57 Canadian cents per share.
Gross revenue fell 16 percent to C$774 million.
Shares of the Calgary, Alberta-based company closed at C$14.54 on Thursday on the Toronto Stock Exchange. They have dropped 22 percent over the past 12 months. ($1 = 0.9918 Canadian dollars)
Reporting by Krithika Krishnamurthy in Bangalore; Editing by Saumyadeb Chakrabarty


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Important Notice: As of October 1, 2017, the MedStar Family Choice contract to provide Medicaid services to residents in the District of Columbia has ended. Learn more >
Provider Manual
The MedStar Family Choice Provider Manual provides information on the DC Alliance program, the requirements of an MCO, and the requirements of providers participating in MedStar Family Choice.
DC IVR-EVS Brochure
Quick Reference Guide
For MedStar Family Choice contact numbers and information about pre-authorizations.
Provider Education Orientation Slides
New providers can find a variety of details about MedStar Family Choice in this training as well as department contact information.
Cultural Diversity Training
You can satisfy your cultural diversity training requirements by taking the education courses here.
CLAS Standards Toolkit
View the guide to implementing the National CLAS Standards.
Clinical Practice Guidelines
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MONTCLAIR, NJ - On Monday, Jazz House Kids, the Bravitas/Silver Family Foundation and a group of community partners, pampered 50 Students, parents and caregivers from the John F. Kennedy School, an ungraded special education district-wide program, in Newark.
Located at the Vault, at 491 Bloomfield Ave., community volunteer partners came together to pamper students and their families with haircuts, manicures, music and food.
Nancy Klein, Communication Specialist for Jazz House Kids, said, "This day, now in its fourth year, came about through the partnership of Jazz House Kids and the John F. Kennedy school's longstanding relationship in providing music education in instrumental and vocal/choir programing and jazz techniques.
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Phil Bingham, a teacher at Jazz House Kids and also the Director of the JFK district-wide choir, had planted the seed for this to begin. He noticed that on some occasions that the children he taught and worked with needed attention to their dress and grooming not only during concerts but as standard practice. He addressed this concern with Director of Jazz House Kids, Melissa Walker.
It was after a concert at NJPAC, that makeup maven and Montclair resident, Bobbi Brown signed on to make the annual 'Something Wonderful' event, into a wonderful cause for these students and families.
"These children in particular, need a day like this. You've got to understand that many of these children would never get to experience a day like this because of where they live. These children have the same desires and aspirations to achieve and be accepted and loved like all children all over the world. This is so important," said Bingham.
Now in its fourth year, Walker, founder of Jazz House Kids, Bob Silver of the Bravitas/Silver Family Foundation, and community sponsors, continue each year to make this event a fun filled interactive memorable day for the children their families and caretakers.
The day began with a welcoming address from the teaching staff of Jazz House Kids and sponsors followed by hands-on activities that included making maracas with Lori Wood-Montague and Jazz House Kids staff; creating their own bath salts with Dawn Fitch of Pooka and lunch catered by events by Joni that included a southern spread of lemonade, tossed green salad, baked macaroni and cheese, chicken and assorted deserts.
Lunch was followed by pampering from the staff of Hair 491 and haircuts by Mahir's Unisex barbershop. Musicians serenaded the group throughout the visit: Ian Kenselaar (bass) and Ed Palermo (saxophone) as guests moved between Crazy Mocha and adjoining Hair 491.
Walker stated, "This is a group of children that are often not seen but TODAY we want to make sure not only are they seen, but they are seen for the beauty that they have."
Silver added, "Its done out of love and its so important to get involved and to volunteer."
According to the smiles on the faces of the participants, the day was a success and most assuredly a memorable one that will last a lifetime and make an impact on the lives of the children, families and caretakers that participated.
Community partners volunteering their time and talents to create a very special day of feel good services: were:
Hair, Nails + Make-up by Hair 491
Haircuts by Mahir's Unisex Barber
Bath Salt Workshop by Pooka, Inc.
Food provided by the Silver Family Foundation; catered by Events by Joni
Crazy Mocha
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For inquries into the John F.Kennedy School : http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/jfk/


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Before and After: Family Room Fireplace
A common feature of houses of a certain era seems to be the fireplace in the family room. Some families embrace the expanse of red brick and enjoy their winter nights in front of the fire. Others, not so much. But as this crafty family demonstrates, your fireplace doesn't have to dictate the style of your family room.
Bruno at ManMade bid a not so fond farewell to his Brady Bunch-inspired fireplace, which he had gamely tried to hide for years behind large toys and other objects. He and his wife used special heat-proof paint, a few bundles of birch logs and a some other extras to turn this corner of the room from a sore spot into a focal point. The tutorial is simple to follow and refreshing in the fact that it shows their missteps when it came to decorating the birch logs. It's nice to know that there are others out there whose grand visions do not always come to fruition.
Check out the process and full transformation over at ManMade.
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Taking the witness stand on the final day of testimony in his two-week trial, Vernon Lee Clark told a Circuit Court jury yesterday that he did not murder and rape 23-year-old Kathleen Patricia Gouldin.
Clark, 35, an Elkridge laborer charged with the July 3, 1989, shootingof Gouldin, said he spent the entire night taking drugs with friendsin Baltimore.
Prosecutors say Clark shot Gouldin in the chest through the window of her ground-floor Elkridge apartment and sexually assaulted her as she lay bleeding.


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Macro and Micro Environment
Macro environment is a far environment which comprise of several forces that raise strategic issue to Apple. These forces are social force, economic force, politic force, and technology force which well known as PEST (figure 3).
Figure 3 Macro Environment
Technology forces
The first force that influences computer industry structure is rapid and sustained technical progress. Each year, integrated circuits and other electronic components become better, faster, and cheaper, providing opportunities for improving existing computers as well as designing a new kind.
As computer comprises of hardware and software, Apple is really affected by technology innovation forces around it. Rapid innovation on hardware by component producers (e.g. Intel, AMD) and software by competitors (e.g. Microsoft) as well as complementary products from partner gives no choice for Apple except responsively catching the new hardware technology and also continuously innovating to sustain differentiation.
Starting from 1976, Apple created personal computer as a proprietary system. Apple created the hardware by assembling components, create operating system (e.g. MacOS) and develop applications. That time, as Apple controls both hardware and software, Apple can create personal computer that deliver great personal experience compare to its competitors.
That time, Apple computer main competitor is IBM personal computer. Previously IBM followed proprietary system as well. In 1981, IBM changed into open structure. This move changed the environment of competition. This move brought many new entrants such as Compaq and HP to produce IBM PC Compatible. This also brought in Intel as new entrant as producer of processor and Microsoft as producer of operating system.
Rapid innovation both from Intel created strong technological forces for Apple. As Intel released faster processor every quarter (figure 4), Apple, which that time sourced its processor from Motorola, had to respond with comparable or faster processor. Failing to respond this in time would create competitive disadvantage for Apple since competitors would adopt it and gain better technology.
Microsoft which dominates operating system producer for Intel based personal computer is also the main competitor for Apple. The rapid innovation by Microsoft which releases new version of Windows every 2 years (figure 5) creates pressure for Apple to upgrade MacOS as well. This is not easy task for Apple since Microsoft Windows selling is very high so it can cover its R&D cost meanwhile Apple MacOS market share is a little.
Figure 4. Intel desktop CPU Roadmap
Figure 5 Microsoft Windows roadmap
In addition, the open system adopted by Microsoft and Intel and the network size of Windows attracts many Independent Software Vendors (ISV) breed in order to create application for Wintel platform. The rapid innovation of Windows operating system and the increasing number of applications for Wintel platform make Windows Intel platform more valuable and thus create additional pressure for Apple especially high switching cost for consumer to switch to Apple.
Economic forces
Monopolistic competition characterizes computer industry. A lot of existing competitors in the industry (e.g. IBM, Dell, HP, Compaq, Ben Q, Asus, Gate Way, Lenovo, and Acer) and low entry barrier allow new entrant to enter the industry easily and thus increasing more competition. Supplier bargaining position is strong due to small number of processor suppliers (e.g. Intel, AMD, and Cyrix). Customer bargaining position is also strong due to low searching cost and low switching cost. Both of these characteristics constrain companies in the industry to get only low operating margin (figure 6). Apple is also affected by this economic force where Apple has to choose between low prices to boost market share or premium price but lower market share.
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Welcome to Mr Puppy Europe, the first and only international title contest to elect a representative for the continental European Pups
and Handlers community.
Mr Puppy Europe is a title contest for pups from across Europe, created to encourage and to acknowledge service to the Pups & Handlers community. Since 2015, the title holders and the organisational committee that supports them have been working to promote pup play and a cohesive community of Pups & Handlers.
By joining the contest, now in its fourth year, you'll be connecting not only to a community of pups from across Europe, but also to a team of pups, handlers, and friends who are actively involved in community outreach and advocacy. You'll be doing something meaningful to help reach out to more people across the continent.
We're looking forward to welcome the fourth Mr Puppy Europe, and to
welcome yet another title holder into the family. Join us, and make a
stand for our community!
Welcome to Mr Puppy Europe, the first and only international title
contest to elect a representative for the continental European Pups
and Handlers community.
Launched in 2015, and born out of the vision of Jeroen Van Lievenoogen
and the team behind Leatherpride Belgium, the contest is now in its
third year and continues to expand and promote upon its founding
vision to generate understanding, support, and recognition for the
pups and handlers community and to reach out to an ever-expanding
audience with a message of inclusion and joy.
Mr Puppy Europe is an initiative by, from, and for the community. It
is staffed by a team of volunteers and encourages a spirit community
service, outreach, and fraternity. Each year, a title holder is
elected by a panel of his peers to represent and advocate for Pups and
Handlers across Europe and internationally, with the full support and
backing of the committee.
My colleagues and I are looking forward to the next contest at
Leatherpride Belgium in Antwerp in 2018, and to welcoming yet another
title holder into our family. It always inspires me to see every year
the wonderful contestants offering themselves for the title, and to
observe their efforts to strengthen the bonds we share and grow the
community we love.
Do you feel ready for an incredible experience?
Because we believe in you.
Rony 'KittyRony' Jay
Chair, Mr Puppy Europe Organising Committee
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Mr Puppy Europe 2018:
+ Award Vest (by Mister B)
+ Award Puppy Bowl
+ Award medal
+ € 500 community event budget by Mister S Amsterdam
+ € 250 travel fund offered by Alphatribe
+ € 100 voucher Mister S Amsterdam
+ Photoshoot by Taco Smit at Darklands
+ Mr Puppy Europe greeting cards
+ Invitations to Mr Puppy contests across Europe
+ Travel Fund support by We Are One
+ Alphatribe t-shirt
+ Mister S Amsterdam t-shirt
+ Alphatribe baseball cap
+ Bruno Gmunder – Photobook
+ Leather & Fetish Pride 2019 Alpha Madness pass
+MR B Goody bag
+ The Boots annual pass
1st Runner Up
+ Award medal
+ Alphatribe T-shirt
+ Mister S Amsterdam t-shirt
+ Bruno Gmunder – Photobook
+ Leather & Fetish Pride 2019 Madness Pass
+ The Boots annual pass
2nd runner up
+ Award medal
+ Alphatribe T-shirt`
+ Mister S Amsterdam t-shirt
+ Bruno Gmunder – Photobook
+ Leather & Fetish Pride 2019 Madness Pass
+ The Boots annual pass
The election commity of Mister Puppy Europe wants to thank its sponsors for their support:
Mister S Amsterdam
Mister B
Leatherpride Belgium
The Boots
Taco Smit
Bruno Gmunder
Spartacus International Gay Guide
15:00 – Mr Puppy Europe (presentation – main stage)
17:15 – Agility Course (Camp K9)
13:45 – Mr Puppy Europe (round 1 – main stage)
15:25 – Mr Puppy Europe (round 2 – main stage)
16:50 – Raffle (main stage)
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Rumor has it that my former employer, the Herald Record of Woodland Park, N.J., has banned colon headlines. Read that, "Editor to copy desk: No more colons," only, as was always the case at my former place of employ, the editor himself or herself was always too much of a wuss to throw down such an edict him-or-herself, so, according to rumor, the order was barked in the form of a memo from an intermediary, something to the effect of "Let's not write headlines with colons in them anymore."
As I've mentioned previously, at one time or another I've seen just about everything you can put in a headline banned except spoons. And personally, I'd like to ban spoons. The kind used by headline writers who write things like "Performance stirs emotions," or "Election result stirs anger." Such headline spooning should be restricted to the food section. "Chef stirs pot," now there's a headline that makes sense.
During a recent discussion of the alack and alas rumored to be doomed colons, I pondered an accomplishment which at the time I deemed to be virtually impossible. If I were still chained to a copy desk, I opined, I'd love someday to write a single headline that included not only a colon but an exclamation point, a question mark, a parenthesis or two, and, of course, it couldn't be a normal straight headline but would have to be a gerund.
Then it dawned on me. Only I daresay in the above headline I cheated a bit by using a faux gerund, as it were. And it isn't a cliche, unless you consider a string of punctuation marks in place of an expletive to be a cliche.
I can see debating whether a colon should be used to place the attribution at the beginning or the end of a headline, as in "Report: Newspaper business at death's doorstep" vs. "Newspaper business at death's doorstep: Report."
But banning colons entirely? If the New York Daily News had banned colon headlines many years ago, the great headline writer Joe Percival might never have been able to write, on a story about a woman who advertised her colon-cleansing services in the back of New York magazine being arrested when one of her clients turned up dead, a headline that read: "Public enema Number 1." On the other hand, I guess he still could have written that, unless some editor banned colons from stories as well.
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text: Excelitas Technologies Corp. has announced record photon-detection efficiency and low dark counts in its solid-state silicon photomultipliers, low-light-level detection devices, with applications in medical and analytical markets. In 2009, the company entered into an exclusive agreement with Max Planck Innovation, the technology transfer organization of the Max Planck Society, for the licensing of its ultrafast, low-crosstalk silicon photomultiplier technology. Silicon photomultipliers offer very high photon-detection efficiency, ultrashort response times and extremely low power consumption, making them ideal for a variety of low-light applications such as fluorescence and molecular imaging. "We are delighted to be able to disseminate state-of-the-art results and are gratified with the strong interest in testing and evaluating Excelitas' silicon photomultiplier technology in real experimental situations," said Michael Ersoni, senior vice president and general manager of Excelitas' global detection business. For more information, visit: www.excelitas.com


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5 February 2016
Engineering Highway Node Routing
Highway Node Routing (HNR) is a clever algorithm that exploits typical structures in road networks to make extremely quick shortest path queries possible. Like most of us in OR we need a lot of shortest paths at ORTEC, so we've implemented this algorithm and use it with great enthusiasm! While you lunch I'll explain how the algorithm works and mix the explanation of the theory with some crafty programming tricks by the authors to save running time and memory in practice.
Frans de Ruiter (Tilburg University)
12 February 2016
Duality in Two-stage Adaptive Linear Optimization: Faster Computation and Stronger Bounds.
During this talk we show how to derive and exploit duality in general two-stage adaptive linear optimization models. The equivalent dualized formulation we derive is again a two-stage adaptive linear optimization model. Therefore, all existing solution approaches for two-stage adaptive models can be used to solve or approximate the dual formulation. The new dualized model differs from the primal formulation in its dimension and uses a different description of the uncertainty set. The optimal primal affine policy can be directly obtained from the optimal affine policy in the dual formulation. We provide empirical evidence that the dualized model, in the context of two-stage lot-sizing on a network and two-stage facility location problems, solves an order of magnitude faster than the primal formulation with affine policies. We also provide an explanation and associated empirical evidence that offer insight on which characteristics of the dualized formulation make computations faster. Furthermore, the affine policy of the dual formulations can be used to provide stronger lower bounds on the optimality of affine policies. At the end of the talk we will discuss some potential future research directions based on this dualized formulation for adaptive optimization problems.
This research is based on joint work with Dimitris Bertsimas (MIT).
Daniele Vigo (DEI - Alma Mater Università di Bologna)
18 February 2016
Optimization of real-world collection, treatment and disposal of waste
Waste management is a crucial activity which absorbs huge resources and involves complex organizational problems. We review the main characteristics of the collection and disposal of waste, both of municipal and industrial origin, with special attention to the optimization problems and their practical solution. We consider both strategic problems, consisting in the design of treatment and disposal network of plants, the operational allocation of waste flows to plants and the design of collection areas and routes.
Thijs van der Klauw
26 February 2016
Scheduling Problems in Residential Demandside Management for Future Smart Energy Solutions
Our energy system is rapidly evolving. Part of this evolution is caused by a drive towards small-scale renewable energy generation (e.g., rooftop photovoltaic) and electrification of our energy supply (e.g., e-mobility). These changes greatly increase the stress on our energy supply infrastructure, which was designed and build several decades ago. To reduce stress on critical network assets by, e.g., better matching local supply and demand of energy, we consider residential demandside management. In this talk we first consider the challenges in (residential) electricity distribution grids. We then consider devices that can offer flexibility in their time and amount of energy consumption, e.g., electric vehicles, heat pumps, and so-called smart appliances. We present a methodology to coordinate the scheduling of the flexibility offered by the various devices in a residential neighbourhood. Finally, we show that this methodology is capable of greatly reducing the stress on our energy supply network.
Jelke van Hoorn (VU Amsterdam and Ortec)
11 March 2016
Finding all optimal solutions for the job shop scheduling problem
In [1] we described a dynamic programming algorithm to solve the job shop scheduling problem. We improved this algorithm by adding bounds. We will shortly present these results. We create an algorithm based on this dynamic programming algorithm to find all optimal solutions. For almost all small benchmark instances we were able to find all optimal instances. We will see that the number of optimal instances over differs quite a lot over the different instances.
[1] Gromicho, J., van Hoorn, J., Saldanha da Gama, F., Timmer, G.; Solving the job-shop scheduling problem optimally by dynamic programming; Computers and Operations Research (2012); doi:10.1016/j.cor.2012.02.024.1
Rutger Kerkkamp (Econometric Institute, EUR)
29 April 2016
Two-echelon supply chain coordination under information asymmetry
Consider a two-echelon supply chain with a supplier and a retailer under the classical economic order quantity (EOQ) setting. We assume that both the supplier and the retailer want to minimise their own costs, without taking the other party into consideration. In particular, they do not strive for perfect (centralised) supply chain coordination. Coordination is also hindered by the asymmetric power relation between the supplier and the retailer. The retailer has the market power to force the supplier to satisfy the retailer's ordering policy. However, by offering a contract the supplier can persuade the retailer to change his policy. This leads to an optimisation problem for the supplier to determine a contract that is accepted by the retailer and that minimises his own costs. If the retailer shares his cost parameters with the supplier, the resulting optimisation problem is straightforward to solve. We consider the case where the retailer keeps his holding costs private. Hence, there is information asymmetry. In this case, the supplier has to design an optimal menu of contracts from which the retailer can choose. We show how to solve this problem efficiently and provide structural properties of the optimal solution.
Arturo E. Pérez Rivera (University of Twente)
20 May 2016
Anticipatory freight consolidation in intermodal networks using approximate dynamic programming
We study the planning problem of transporting freights that have different characteristics, in an intermodal network, over a multi-period horizon. Although freights and their characteristics become known gradually over time, there is probabilistic knowledge about them. The goal is to use this knowledge and balance current and future costs, in order to minimize the total costs over the planning horizon. To model and optimize this tradeoff, we propose a Markov Decision Process (MDP) model and an Approximate Dynamic Programming (ADP) approach. We show the benefits and difficulties of our look-ahead approach, under different problem settings and compared to other planning approaches.
Evelot Duizer (Erasmus University Rotterdam)
3 June 2016
The most efficient critical vaccination coverage and its equivalence with maximizing the herd effect
In infectious disease epidemiology the severity of an infectious disease is often expressed in terms of the reproduction ratio R, related to the initial growth rate of infected individuals, and the final size (the eventual number of people that have become infected). Although the two measures are related, there is no obvious connection between minimization of the two. In this paper we establish a connection between these measures. We show that for the threshold R = 1 the introduction of the disease in a population does not result in an outbreak. `Critical vaccination coverages' are vaccination allocations that result in this threshold. To find the most efficient critical vaccination coverage, we define the following optimization problem: minimize the required amount of vaccines to obtain R=1. We prove that this optimization problem is equivalent to maximizing the proportion of susceptibles that escape infection during an epidemic, i.e., maximizing the herd effect. This herd effect is directly related to the final size of an outbreak. We propose an efficient general algorithm to solve these optimization problems based on Perron-Frobenius theory. We study two special cases that provide further insight into these optimization problems. Finally, we apply our solutions in a case study for pre-pandemic vaccination in the initial phase of an influenza pandemic. The results show that for the optimal allocation the critical vaccination coverage is achieved for a much smaller amount of vaccines as compared to allocations proposed previously.
Harilaos Psaraftis (Technical University of Denmark)
30 June 2016
Speed optimization for green maritime transportation
Among the spectrum of logistics – based measures for green maritime transportation, in this talk we discuss speed optimization. This involves the selection of an appropriate speed by the vessel, so as to optimize a certain objective. As ship speed is not fixed, depressed shipping markets and/or high fuel prices induce slow steaming which is being practised in many sectors of the shipping industry. In recent years the environmental dimension of slow steaming has also become important, as ship emissions are directly proportional to fuel burned. Win-win solutions are sought, but they will not necessarily be possible. We present some basics, discuss the main trade-offs and also examine combined speed and route optimization problems. We finally present some examples so as to highlight the main issues that are at play.
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The workplace plays a prominent role in the Danish language development of international employees.
Copenhagen Language Center has collected a few suggestions that might improve the communication with international employees in Denmark. You can help the employee learn Danish faster and at the same time make him or her feel more welcome:
- Try to imagine what it must be like
- Include your colleague in conversations
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- Speak slowly and clearly
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Daily errands do not require a car.
World-class public transportation.
Flat as a pancake, excellent bike lanes.
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This location has a Walk Score of 99 out of 100. This location is a Walker's Paradise so daily errands do not require a car.
This location is a one minute walk from the BLLB Library via Overbrook, the BLSV South Hills Village via Overbrook and the RED Castle Shannon via Beechview at the STEEL PLAZA STATION stop.
This location is in the Downtown neighborhood in Pittsburgh. Nearby parks include Mellon Square Park, Gumberg Green Space and Flag Plaza.
Explore how far you can travel by car, bus, bike and foot from this location.
This location is a Rider's Paradise which means world-class public transportation. Car sharing is available from Zipcar.
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Adorning the beauty of Jammu and Kashmir, Patnitop is an enchanting hill town in India. The land is a fabulous site for picnic-lovers, tourists and adventure-enthusiasts. The spectacular picnic spots, tranquil walks and majestic views of the mountains form the backdrop of the Chenab basin. It becomes a skiing resort in winters and offers a number of snow games.
Visit Patnitop to enter a land of fascinating attractions. Situated at a requisite height and enveloped by trees, Patnitop is a tranquil destination on your Jammu Kashmir tour. Visitors can have a delightful experience of dense woods and lush greenery of Pines.
Patnitop tourism offers you the opportunities to visit the fascinating places like:
Lying in Kashmir, Kud is a part of the lower Himalayan range. It lies about 32 km from Udhampur and positions itself on the Udhampur Srinagar Highway. Kud is also known for its sweet shops for offering hot Patisa, which is popular among tourists. Situated 103 km from Jammu, this famous resort lies at an elevation of 1738 m and serves as a must-visit site of Patnitop tours.
This serene valley is located at an altitude of 2079 m, which is around 19 km from Patnitop Kashmir. Tourists can enjoy several walks in the adjoining hills. With a cup-shaped meadow enveloped by majestic conifers. This is a place for a tranquil holiday. During summers, it serves as a centre of nomadic Gujjar tribes. Adventure-enthusiasts can indulge in paragliding.
Sudh Mahadev Temple
Located near Patnitop, there is an old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a popular attraction of Patnitop tour packages. Legends say that Goddess Parvati was engaged in worshipping the 'Shivling' when a demon, Sudheet emerged to pay his regard. The appearance of the demon daunted Parvati and made Her cry out. Her cry woke Shiva who was then asleep. God flung His 'Trishul' at the demon. After realising His mistake, Lord Shiva returned the demon his life. This is the site where Sudheet sought salvation. After this incident, the place has got the name of Sudh Mahadev. It is believed that the temple still has the remains of the 'Trishul'.
It is a 5 km trek from Patnitop hill station that lies along the Sanasar Road. The area of Madhotop remains enveloped with thick snow during winters that beckons many skiers. There are 3 natural water springs that are known for their curative properties. It is about 112 km from road and positions itself at an elevation of 2024 m.
Shiva Garh
Abounding in natural beauty, Shiva Garh is another fascinating attraction in Patnitop. Located on the trekking route in Patnitop, it lies at an elevation of around 3,500 m. It is among the trekking routes of Patnitop. The destination is a favourite among adventure lovers and holiday makers.
The Naag Temple
Situated near Patnitop, the Nag (Cobra) temple is more than 600 years old. Primarily made of wood, the temple has withstood several centuries though it is not a rugged temple construction. Hoards of devotees flock here during the Nag Panchami Festival. Pilgrim gather here to pay their homage and they also worship the snake King Cobra. Due to its location amidst the green surroundings, the temple serves as one of the awe-inspiring sites of Kashmir attractions.
With their plethora of tourist attractions, Patnitop tours are a big hit with tourists. Take the delightful opportunity to soak yourself in the charm of enchanting Kashmir attractions.
Article Source : http://kashmirindiatour.blogspot.in/2013/04/patnitop-tours.html


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Reference/First-Year Outreach Librarian (Re-opened)
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Williams College seeks a highly-motivated, creative, tech-savvy, user-centered individual to work as Reference/First-Year Outreach Librarian. This newly-defined position was created to meet the library's priority of expanding outreach to first-year students. As Williams continues to transform its student body in terms of socioeconomic status, identity, and nationality, we seek candidates who are excited to work with students who are diverse in regards to gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation and religion. This is a full-time, year-round appointment, reporting to the Head of Research Services and Library Outreach.
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If so, these three cheese and garlic scalloped potatoes are for you! I served these with ham at Easter and they were the perfect side dish.
Ingredients (this made enough to fill my lasagna pan)
- about 10 potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 cups of old cheddar cheese
- 6 slices of provolone
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cups of cream (I used 2/3 10% cream mixed with 1/3 skim milk)
- 4 cloves of garlic, chopped (I used jarred garlic and used one heaping tablespoon -- mmm...garlic)
Preheat oven to 325 degrees
Grease a casserole dish (note that I used a lasagna pan, so adjust the recipe accordingly for your size of container)
Layer 1/3 of the potatoes slices at the bottom of the dish. Pour 1/3 of the cream mixture over the potatoes. Drop garlic over the layer. Sprinkle 1/3 of the cheddar cheese over the layer and then add salt and pepper.
Repeat two more times (three layers in total)
On top, place the sliced provolone.
Cover with tinfoil and bake for an hour.
Then sprinkle parmesan cheese over top and bake for another 30 minutes until cheese is bubbled and brown and it's easy to stick a knife through the potatoes.
When you take these out, you may want to use a paper towel to seep up some of the oil from the cheese.
I forgot to take a final picture, but trust me, they were oozing with deliciousness!!! And the whole pan was eaten by only 10 people! That's the sign of a good side.