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Gamma-proteobacteria, including vibrio, are common in marine sediments and often numerically dominant in the top centimeter or two of oxygenated sediments, where most saprophytic activity takes place -- benthic dinos would pretty much have to make friends with them to be benthic. Further, gamma- and epsilon-proteobacteria are the dominant sulfur oxidizing bacteria in marine sediments. Sulfur is the terminal electron receptor of choice for a great many anaerobes, and to give you an idea of how important that is, your preferred terminal electron receptor is oxygen... You breathe oxygen, they breathe sulfur.
Before O2 was made widely available by the evolution of cyanobacteria 2.7 billion years ago, bacteria got by for more than a billion years using other electron receptors like iron and nitrogen, but sulfur, which has five oxidation states ranging from +2 (sulfate) to -2 (sulfide), was the terminal electron receptor of choice for most bacteria, so much so that microbiologists sometimes refer to the ancient, anoxic biosphere as "the sulfur Earth". And much as plants turn CO2 back into O2, something has to close the sulfur cycle and turn sulfide back into sulfate. This happens all by itself if sulfide is exposed to oxygen, and capturing the energy released by the chemical reactions involved is an easy way for bacteria to make a living. Lots of them do it, or at least have the genes for it and can do it if the opportunity presents itself. Back before O2 was around and this ecological niche didn't yet exist, anaerobic sulfur oxidizers evolved to use sulfide as an electron donor and make SO4 using oxygen from CO2, but they're phototrophs and can only do this if there's light available. Sulfide accumulation can be highly problematic for anaerobic communities in deep water because it readily reacts with iron and hydrogen and can cause bacterial ecosystems to grind to a halt by locking up these key electron donors (...the word for this in Science is "euxinia" -- if you like to geek out on this stuff, search Google Scholar for
Canfield ocean
"Canfield ocean"
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). Partnering with sulfur oxidizing bacteria seems like a good idea for benthic dinos, as they make a living, and possibly also make food for the dinos, off the waste products of anaerobic and facultatively anaerobic bacteria (sulfide) and the dinos (oxygen).
Partnering with cytophaga, on the other hand, looks downright suicidal for thecate dinoflagellates with cellulose armor like O. lenticularis or O. ovata, as the type species of the genus, Cytophaga hutchinsonii, can subsist on cellulose without any other source of organic carbon. Ostis no doubt have a biochemical trick or two up their sleeves to keep themselves from being eaten, and it may be that in copiotrophic sediments, cytophaga can be "bribed" with labile organic carbon because that's what they need to get at the tough stuff. But there are probably limits to whatever ostis are doing to protect themselves from cytophaga on their bacteria farms, as algicidal bacteria are known to play a key role in ending red tides and other algae blooms, and I've read about symbiotic bacteria turning on algae and actually releasing algicidal chemicals when they detect signs of weakness due to age or viral infection or lack of nutrients... Such highly opportunistic, "Curse your sudden but inevitable betrayal!" type partnerships may be common between algae and bacteria, and this could explain why dino blooms sometimes mysteriously go away when hobbyists decide to leave them alone and let nature take its course.
It's also interesting that cytophaga are apparently dominant in the bacterial community associated with ostis rather than alpha-proteobacteria, which are dominant in the pelagic dino holobiont, or gamma-pros, which are generally dominant among benthic saprophytic communities. I was unable to find any sort of broad-based information that might indicate what a "normal" population of bacteria in marine sediments on a healthy reef should look like, but FWIW I found a breakdown of
bacterial DNA in sand from the Great Barrier Reef
gamma-proteobacteria 29.4%
bacteroidetes/CFB group 20.4%
epsilon-proterobacteria 13.6%
planctomycetaceae 7.7%
alpha-proteobacteria 6.8%
verrucomicrobiaceae 6.8%
cyanobacteria 5.4%
acidobacteriaceae 2.7%
Contrast this diversity with the bacterial community associated with O. lenticularis...
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Bacteria Associated with Toxic Clonal Cultures of the Dinoflagellate Ostreopsis lenticularis
A library consisting of partial 16S rRNA sequences (~500 bp) was constructed from total bacterial DNA extracted from O. lenticularis (clones no. 302 and no. 303). A total of 127 sequences (62 sequences from clone no. 302 and 65 from clone no. 303) were generated and analyzed phylogenetically. ... Based on BLASTN comparisons, these clusters were grouped within two major bacterial clades that included: Proteobacteria (alpha and gamma) and the CFB complex. Previous studies have shown that bacterial communities associated with different toxic dinoflagellates are also restricted to these two bacterial phyla.
This collapse in bacterial biodiversity appears to be real because observations in NSW confirm that alpha-pros, gamma-pros, and Bacteroidetes are associated with dinos, but it could be an artifact of in vitro cultures... There was an experiment with small corals taken from the Red Sea, placed in 2 liter fishbowls, and maintained with water changes every three days, and the bacterial community in the coral mucus shifted to just proteobacteria (alphas, betas, and gammas) and Bacteroidetes/CFBs. As noted above, proteobacteria and bacteroidetes normally dominate marine heterotrophic bacterial communities, and the reason for this is that they share essentially the same biochemical system for quorum sensing. This doesn't mean they can all automatically talk to one another, but because the underlying machinery is the same, it's easy (as these things go) for them to acquire the ability to sense the presence of and even communicate with another species so they can coordinate their actions and cooperate in the organization and defense of the biofilms they live in -- or so they can detect and fight it out with another species competing for the same ecological niche.
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The effect of quorum-sensing blockers on the formation of marine microbial communities and larval attachment
The tested QS blockers caused changes in bacterial density and bacterial community structure... The groups most affected by QS blockers were Alphaproteobacteria, Gammaproteobacteria and the Cytophagales [which in the context of this paper from 2006 means Bacteroidetes]. ...
Although bacteria are unicellular organisms, they can control their growth and population densities. In order to achieve this, bacteria have evolved a regulatory mechanism named quorum sensing (QS) that consists of exuded info-chemicals that activate or de-activate target bacterial genes responsible for cell division and adhesion and, thus, control biofilm formation and composition. Biofilm formation, in turn, can control many processes at surfaces, for example the uptake or release of compounds by host organisms, bacterial virulence for the host, and biocorrosion. The process of QS is based on the production and release of low-molecular-weight signal molecules (often called autoinducers). The extracellular concentration of QS molecules reflects the population density of the producing organism. Bacteria can perceive and react to such signal molecules, allowing the whole cell population to initiate a concerted action once a critical population density has been reached. ...
A genomic database analysis has indicated that such interspecies communication possibly occurs throughout the Eubacteria. The QS-producing bacteria are highly diverse and fall within a large number of species among Alpha-, Beta- and Gammaproteobacteria which are dominant in tropical waters. In contrast to Gram-negative bacteria, Gram-positive bacteria exude peptides as signal molecules. QS signals produced by bacteria may also show transphyletic effects and induce algal spore attachment. ...
Many marine organisms, such as the red alga Delisea pulchra and the bacterium Aeromonas veronii, use QS blockers to control epibiotic biofilm formation. Delisea pulchra produces furanones that interfere with bacterial AHLs [a class of signaling molecules called N-
actones] and inhibit the growth of Gram-negative bacteria as well as the settlement of invertebrate larvae. At the same time, it is possible to propose that QS blockers can control larval settlement indirectly by regulating the microbial community structure of biofilms and the density of bacteria...
Remember those vibrio bacteria that make prawns glow in the dark? That's quorum sensing in action. The vibrio don't want to kill the prawns because other bacteria would take over during decomposition, so they've evolved to stop short of that and light up, instead, to make sick animals even easier prey.
Eukaryotes, including prawns, are able to eavesdrop on and participate in the quorum sensing conversations of some bacteria, allowing them to select for and interact with their obligate bacterial symbionts. Current science suggests that obligate symbiotic associations between a specific species of bacteria and a larger host organism like a dinoflagellate or coral polyp or fish or person are rare in the sense that host organisms do not select for their entire microbiome but only a handful of keystone species within it. Other bacteria associated with any particular organism may serve functionally as symbiotes in that they're rendering some biochemically important service for their host, but they can in fact be replaced with other species competing for the same niche. This plasticity in the microbiomes associated with host organisms is adaptive, like corals being able to swap out their zoox for a new symbiodinium species to adapt to warmer water.
The manipulation of specific QS and QQ ("quorum quenching") chemicals by host organisms allows them to establish required relationships with key bacterial symbiotes, and the selection of those particular bacteria is the foundation that defines the overall structure of the hosts' microbiomes -- symbiotes have a good thing going, and they don't want any pathogens to foul things up, so they only tolerate commensal bacteria that won't harm them or their host. There are also other mechanisms hosts use to influence the population of bacteria that grow on and in them, including an organism's immune system, of course, as well as chemical defenses that function within individual cells and tissue types, and structuring the overall mix of organic carbon they exude so as to give a competitive advantage to their preferred bacteria (...mother's milk is structured to do exactly this in the digestive tracts of babies, for example, and formula contains small amounts of exotic sugars in a comparatively ham-fisted effort to imitate this effect). But bacteria reproduce, and thus evolve, so much more quickly than corals and fish and people that these countermeasures would eventually, inevitably be beaten. The host's symbiotic and commensal bacteria are thus the keystone of the whole operation -- especially for reef-building stony corals, which seem to have no innate immune systems (...in contrast, extracts of branching and soft corals have been shown to have antibacterial effects).
As a result, when the fishbowl corals were put back where they came from in the Red Sea, instead of being overwhelmed by opportunistic bacteria, their mucus bacteria populations returned to normal and matched other healthy corals in the area. Corals are constantly exposed to bacteria from the water column and the food they capture, and they (and every marine organism) solved the problem of living in bacteria soup by establishing a microbiome that selects for commensal bacteria. In fact, corals seem to be able to selectively attract certain types of bacteria from the water. For example, coral mucus effectively traps picocyanobacteria -- in recent years, scientists have become aware of a vast and diverse population of picoplankton eking out a living in the clear waters of the "nutrient desert" in the open ocean, and corals tap into this invisible nutrient pool by capturing super-tiny cyano that drifts onto reefs. This is apparently another adaptation corals have made to obtain nitrogen in the oligotrophic reef environment.
So if dinos exert selective pressures on the bacterial communities associated with them -- and in fact, that's something I would expect dinos to be particularly good at because, as noted, stealing DNA from bacteria is kinda their thing -- then the obvious question is whether ostis use their toxins or exude some other chemicals to shift the saprophytic bacteria population in the sand to favor cytophaga, or if a bloom begins by taking advantage of conditions that naturally favor the dominance of cytophaga (...it does happen in the wild, but not often). From what I can determine, eutrophy generally favors the dominance of gamma-pros and flavobacteria among benthic saprophytes, presumably because flavos are geared towards consuming macromolecules made by green algae. If so, that would be good news for phyto dosers, as adding green phyto would be a selective pressure that wants to tilt the Bacteroidetes population in the sand from cytophaga to flavobacteria, which would not be good news for ostis.
There have been efforts to connect O. ovata blooms to eutrophic conditions, especially since they began to show up along the southern coast of Europe in the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas -- like hobbyists, scientists generally seem to regard dinos simply as algae and want to tie them to certain nutrient conditions. However, nobody has been successful in identifying conditions that might trigger an ostreopsis bloom, and in fact the idea that osti blooms are associated with elevated nutrient levels was pretty well refuted by the documentation of a major O. ovata bloom in the shallow and generally nutrient-poor waters around a small, isolated, uninhabited group of islands in the equatorial mid-Atlantic.
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Ostreopsis cf. ovata (Dinophyta) bloom in an equatorial island of the Atlantic Ocean
The Archipelago of Saint Paul's Rocks consists of a remote group of ten small islands... Only the biggest island has low vegetation and the area is subjected to severe sea and wind conditions. The area provides shelter for many species of seabirds, fish, crustaceans as well as insects and is important as feeding and reproductive area for various migratory species. The waters in the area are oligotrophic but upwelling events caused by the interaction between oceanic currents and the submarine relief may happen. The region is considered strategic to the development of industrial fisheries, although there are recent reports of negative impacts of this activity (overfishing) in the area. Koening and Oliveira (2009) reported that dinoflagellates represent 82% of the total number of microphytoplankton species in the area and the cyanobacterium Trichodesmium thiebautii is distinguished by its frequency and dominance. ...
In the present study, a bloom of O. ovata is reported in an oceanic area where the only identifiable anthropogenic impact would be apparently the industrial fishing activity. ... As a comparison, along Rio de Janeiro, at the southeastern subtropical Brazilian coast, O. ovata has been found in bloom densities in an area subjected to coastal upwelling, distant from heavy freshwater discharge from rivers and not eutrophic. At other more eutrophic areas, subjected to anthropogenic impacts (such as treated sewage discharge), the species has not been found in bloom densities. ... The question raised is if O. ovata blooms are singular for not being associated to eutrophic conditions, in contrast to most other harmful species.
Moreover, studies with O. cf. ovata laboratory cultures have shown that the species develops aberrant cell shape when grown in full media (L2), what is reverted when cells are transferred to a less concentrated (L2/2) medium. This same pattern was observed in cultures of Ostreopsis siamensis when grown in GSe and f/2 medium. According to those authors, increased nitrate and phosphate concentrations impeded the growth of O. siamensis and caused aberrant cell shape. ...the massive abundance of O. ovata at Saint Paul's Rocks, located 1000 km away off the main continental landmass and not inhabited is, controversially, an indication that eutrophication is possibly not playing a part in stimulating blooms of this species.
Fun science fact: Trichodesmium thiebautii is a common species of diazotrophic cyanobacteria in both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans that's known to be able to rapidly fix nitrogen. If you have cyano associated with a persistent bloom of O. ovata and access to a microscope, please take a look at your cyano and
see if it could be tricho
-- this might be an obligate association, or it might be O. ovata recruiting whatever species of cyano was handy.
I found it very interesting that O. ovata took over this isolated reef complex and wondered what Saint Paul's Rocks might have in common with our aquaria...
There isn't a lot of information on the reef ecology of the Archipelago of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, aka Saint Paul's Rocks, because it's one of the smallest and most isolated reefs in the world, being as it is way the hell out in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Geologically, the islands are unusual in that they're an exposed high point in the mid-oceanic ridge, and though officially a national park of Brazil, there are no regulations on fishing in the area, and the archipelago is regarded by marine biologists as a "paper park" -- a protected area on paper, but not in fact. The area has been heavily fished since the 1950s, so the local ecology has been trashed to the point where reef sharks are locally extinct (...the word for this in Science is "extirpation", incidentally). That is, the sharks' prey species were fished out, so the sharks starved -- in the 1970s, they were so numerous that scientists reported losing fish they caught for examination to hungry sharks. By the turn of the century, no more reef sharks, just the occasional pelagic specimen wandering in from the open ocean.
I recognize this phenomenon from reading
Coral Reefs in the Microbial Seas
a few years ago. The same pattern of events has been identified on reefs all over the world: overfishing depletes the population of fish on a reef; released from grazing pressure by the lack of herbivores, algae grows like crazy and takes over the reef; DOC released by algae triggers the growth of pathogenic bacteria that kill reef corals; along the way, sharks disappear because there aren't enough fish around to support a population of apex predators. However, the model does not predict a successional stage in which a dying reef is taken over by benthic dinos... What's so special about this tiny, rocky reef out in the middle of nowhere that 10 years after the sharks died off, 80% of the phyto was dinoflagellates and O. ovata owned the place?
Well, I'm thinking it's copiotrophy -- if eutrophy favors flavos, perhaps copiotrophy favors cytophaga (...or bacteroides, or whatever bacteria ostis are eating). This appears to be consistent with the sole identified environmental impact on Saint Paul's Rocks: "industrial fishing". Large fishing vessels nowadays are floating factories that can process and freeze tons of fish every day. This generates large volumes of waste -- offal, basically, as well as bycatch -- that of course is dumped into the sea. This waste is a food resource for seabirds and, perversely, fish. So the archipelago is probably occasionally contaminated by plumes of proteinaceous waste consisting of uneaten food and fish poo. Sound familiar? Plus, it crossed my mind that waste plumes from factory fishing vessels might be seeding the sands with dino-friendly bacteria in a sort of reverse Montireef Protocol...
And there was something else that jumped out at me:
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Ostreopsis cf. ovata (Dinophyta) bloom in an equatorial island of the Atlantic Ocean
The Saint Paul's Rocks is an oceanic area with a number of endemic species and low functional redundancy relative to coastal sites. As an example, herbivorous fishes such as acanthurids [tangs] and scarids [parrotfish], which are commonly found in tropical reef areas, are functionally absent there. This role is performed by abundant pomacentrids [damsels] and balistids [triggerfish].
The fact that the ecosystem of Saint Paul's Rocks is half-broken due to missing species is also a noteworthy parallel with our tanks (and our tanks will always have this problem, I expect -- no reefer in his right mind would want a bumphead parrotfish even if he had a DT big enough to support one, for example) but it caught my eye that triggerfish were called out as herbivores, as even the algae-eating, reef-safe trigs in the aquarium trade are pretty aggressive predators on small crustaceans like pods and shrimp. If triggerfish are especially abundant in the waters off Saint Paul's Rocks, grazing pressure from them might be holding down the pod population, which in turn would reduce the grazing pressure that should be holding down the dino population. And shrimp and benthic pods are detrivores, so a shortage of them could reduce the efficiency with which the reef sands process detritus -- think of it as the difference between a Shimek-compliant DSB and a DT SSB.
By the time a plume of waste from a factory fishing operation hit the reef, it would be diluted and heavily worked over by bacteria. Whatever settled on the reef would be largely recalcitrant, partially degraded, high molecular weight proteins.
Now have a look at this:
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Google Scholar
Gradients of coastal fish farm effluents and their effect on coral reef microbes
M Garren, S Smriga, F Azam - Environmental microbiology, 2008 - Wiley Online Library
For example, Cytophaga gene sequences were associated with high-molecular-weight dissolved
... and colleagues (2005), other studies in the region found that benthic sediments near suspended ... libraries of different origin (ie coral, feces or water bacterial communities) (Table 4 ...
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Emphasis mine. A paper from 2008 is borderline but should be recent enough that the authors are referring to the modern, post-reorganization cytophaga genus, especially given that they're talking about gene sequences. However, that paper is behind a paywall... So close, yet so far!
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Here is a screen where I should point the Wing IDE to my python files. I am using IronPython.
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- Wing IDE at the moment doesn't allow the debug mode with IronPython. You need to link the IDE to the CPython install. (Michael Foord words in the article http://www.voidspace.org.uk/ironpython/wing-how-to.shtml]1).
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Apprehension over use of property value for companies' tax assessment
THE recent move by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) to use value of property owned by companies to generate Company Income Tax (CIT) may have unsettled professionals in the built environment.
CIT is regulated by Companies Income Tax Act (CITA) Cap C21, laws of the Federation of Nigeria and income derived from the country by a non-resident company.
It is a payment on account of the year's income tax assessment and taken at the rate of 30 per cent of total profit of a company.
These include, any trade or business, rent or any premium arising from a right granted to any other person for the use or occupation of any property.
However, due to heavy default by companies, FIRS has resorted to looking at property of companies who are not paying tax as a way of making them live up to their responsibilities.
Executive Chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Mr. Babatunde Fowler recently confirmed that the agency has commenced the use of property value to determine what companies should pay as CIT.
He said: "We established over 2000 plus properties and lands, that were built, developed in corporate names limited liability companies that have not filed any taxes.
"The value of these taxes were in the excess of two trillion naira and have never paid any taxes before. We contacted them, sent them our assessments and a number of them are paying.
"Some of them claim not to own the property, those of them that claim not to own the property and of course their list was sent to government. Presidency is to decide what would happen to those properties that have no owners. To those that have owners and have not paid, they would be prosecuted. We are also in the process of going to court to get the approval of the court orders to sell those properties. We are not only doing that in Abuja. We've concluded in Lagos. We are currently doing it in Osun, Oyo, Kaduna and eventually we would cover the whole federation".
But experts opinion vary on the issue. Some of them, who spoke to The Guardian expressed worries that it will further stifle organisations, which are still managing to cope with difficult business environment in the country.
With huge operational cost and heavy taxation already crippling businesses, operators said, the move would affect government's commitment on ease of doing business.
While some said FIRS by that decision will be involving in property valuation, which is a clear mandate of valuers, others said FIRS is only trying to bring defaulters to tax net.
For example, former Chairman of Estate Surveyors and Valuers Registration Board of Nigeria (ESVARBON), Elder William Odudu said it is wrong to use property as a basis for income tax.
According to him, If a company like First Bank Plc, owns a building like its corporate headquarters in Lagos, is to pay tax on the value of its property that runs in billions of naira, it will kill the company.
This, he said, is because the bulk of the building is used for administrative purposes and not for rents.
He stressed that what FIRS should be looking for is the income generated by the property and not the asset, which is not generating income.
But an estate surveyor, Mr. Akin Olawore felt that there is nothing bad in such move as the main objective is to bring many people to the tax net.
According to him, companies are also required by law to declare their fixed assets in their accounts and are to identify if they are not existing and what they are doing with the property.
Olawore who doubles as president of the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) said, there is no direct implications to the real estate as it is all about a way of bringing a lot of people to the tax net, since property is physical and cannot run away.
Explaining further on the issue, the Head Communications and Servicom Department, FIRS, Mr. Wahab Gbadamosi said the idea is to make people fulfill their tax obligations.
According to him," if you have had the opportunity to make your wealth in this economy, in this society, the least you can do is pay your tax".
He also debunked the notion that FIRS is doing property tax.
He said: " We are looking at turnovers and we thought what would be fair in that we take the value of the property and assume that it was the turnover that went through the account. That is one method.
"For those who said they built the property five years ago when the exchange rate was lower, we also enter dialogue with them and reduced it, but we are saying that everyone has to be accountable," he added.
"Note that in assessing owners of idle property, based on turnover, we are not doing property evaluation. We have the right to be subjective and use deemed income. But with that, in trying to get the actual turnover, we will look at the value of an asset. It could be so much easier if people could just do the right thing and file the correct returns. So that is why we use the value of the asset to determine the tax", he said.
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Parenting a teenager can be rewarding and challenging at the same time. Many teens "look" like adults and we in turn tend to treat them as if they were adults, however brain research tells us they do not have the capacity to "think" like adults. The frontal lobe - the part that weighs risks, makes judgments and controls impulsive behavior doesn't fully develop until age 25. In fact for males, it may develop as late as age 29. So, what are the implications of placing the responsibility of driving in the hands of a teenager? What it tells me, a parent of a teenager, is that this is a time when I need to be diligent and make decisions that are in my child's best interest. This will not always translate into decisions that make her happy. Driving is a privilege that must be earned. Just because a teenager turns sixteen does not automatically "entitle" them to a license. Unfortunately, some teens and even some parents believe it is an entitlement. Boundaries and rules need to be discussed and set early in the process, before they get their permit and most certainly before they get their license.
Ask a teenager what a license means to them. The answer usually is "freedom." Ask a teenager where they will be able to go once they get their license the answer usually is "anywhere." As parents it is our duty to insure that our children are prepared for the road ahead. Driving is probably the last life skill that we impart to our children. Why then, do we approach it so nonchalantly? Have you ever thought about the amount of time you took to research a car seat when they were a baby or the bicycle you bought them when they were toddlers or the gymnastics or soccer program you put them in when they were in middle school? Yet, when it comes to preparing them to drive we don't always make wise choices. We make convenient choices. What's easiest, what's the least time consuming, what's the minimum requirement?
If you've been on our web site you may have downloaded "What's YOUR Parenting Style?" Jeanne Fletcher of the Lisa Johnson Foundation created this document. Jeanne lost her daughter Lisa to a fatal car crash in January 2003. Jeanne also started the Lisa Johnson Foundation as a means to provide parents and teens with important information regarding driving. The parenting styles helps us take a look at how we approach our teen's driving but it can also be a window on how we approach a lot of decisions when it comes to our children. It is a mirror of sorts.
Lee Iacocca recently wrote a book entitled "Where Have All the Leaders Gone?" I would ask the same question about parents. We seem to have swung the pendulum where we went from a generation of parents that may have been "too harsh" in their parenting style to a generation of permissiveness. We need to remember that our role is to be parents, not friends. They have plenty of friends. What they need are parents to be their compass, their guide, their teacher and most of all to prepare them for a life journey. Driving is one of those life skills that need to be approached with careful thought and planning. The risk of not approaching it that way is far too high. Our children's lives are at stake if we don't.
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ZTE Axon Max comes with Global VIP Passport Service :
ZTE Mobile Devices has recently announced the launch of the newest and final model of its high-powered AXON flagship series, the ZTE AXON MAX. At the same time, the company has announced its special "Global VIP Passport" service catering to owners of its ZTE AXON smartphones. ZTE is now offering this high-end after-sales service to pair with its high-end phone series based on the continued focus on user insight that has driven the AXON line since inception. The ZTE AXON MAX is designed for those who not only work hard, but play hard too. The ZTE smartphone features an 6-inch, 2.5D Super AMOLED FHD display. Slim bezels deliver maximum value for visual entertainment.
LG Zero Android smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-12-13 11:50:00
LG Zero Android smartphone with premium features :
LG Mobile will commence the global rollout of its slim metal smartphone, LG Zero, starting this week in Taiwan followed by other key markets in Asia, Europe and Latin America. First introduced to Korean customers in September, the LG Zero Android phone inherits the advanced camera technology and exclusive UX features of the LG G Series and introduces a full metal body for a more advanced and modern experience. "At LG, we do not believe in limiting our best technology to just our flagship devices," said Juno Cho, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile. "The LG Zero exhibits innovation not only in its design but in its ability to offer premium features at a competitive price point."
LG Ray Android phone
Mark Peters : 2015-12-13 11:10:00
LG Ray Android smartphone for 3G markets :
LG Mobile Electronics will begin rollout of LG Ray to key global 3G markets, starting with the CIS region this week followed by Latin America. LG Ray Android phone features a stunning metallic design and comes loaded with best-in-class features such as an expansive 5.5-inch HD display and an 8 megapixel front camera, features unavailable in competing devices. With its impressively large display powered by a 1.4GHz Octa-Core processor, LG Ray enables users to enjoy multimedia content seamlessly. Thanks to LG's superior optical technology, this device captures impressive images with its 13 megapixel rear camera and 8 megapixel front camera unmatched by other smartphones in its category.
LG V10 Android smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-11-02 10:25:00
LG V Series Smartphones :
LG Mobile Electronics took the wraps off its newest smartphone featuring multimedia capabilities never before seen in a mobile phone. The first of its V Series phones, the LG V10 was designed to provide a rich multimedia experience - both consumption and creation - for today's social network savvy consumers. Distinctive new features such as a Second Screen, Dual Front Cameras and Manual Video Mode differentiate the LG V10 from the competition. All this comes wrapped in a design that utilizes high-grade stainless steel and a durable silicone skin to make the LG V10 mobile handset one of the rare smartphones to pass drop tests for shock conducted by an independent third party.
SKY Devices launches affordable phablet
Mark Peters : 2015-10-11 12:18:00
SKY Devices presents new 7-inch smartphone tablet :
In October, SKY Devices, the fastest growing smartphone manufacturer in its category in North America, is unveiling SKY 7.0W, one of two of the company's first 7-inch phablets; combining superior smartphone capabilities with the essential features of a tablet. The new model joins the current ten-model collection, furthering SKY Devices' leading-edge quality and design that is made in the U.S. SKY Devices is leading the segment's inevitable modernization with SKY7.0W; an elegantly-shaped Android-based phablet with rounded edges, a resilient smooth back with a full 7-inch screen, and a 5 megapixel back camera and 2 megapixel front camera.
ZTE Flagship Smartphone product strategy
Mark Peters : 2015-10-11 11:15:00
ZTE AXON Flagship Smartphone Product Strategy :
ZTE launches new AXON devices, announces flagship product strategy. ZTE, a leading global mobile device maker, held a conference for its AXON flagship device series, during which the company talked about its flagship device strategy for the first time. At the same event, ZTE confirmed the global availability of the AXON mini, including the pressure-sensitive touch and NBA versions, and the AXON Watch for China. For the first time, ZTE discussed its AXON flagship device product line-up, which consists of: AXON, AXON mini, AXON MAX, and the AXON Watch. ZTE also unveiled the AXON MAX - a larger-screen smartphone device with a bigger battery.
Huawei Nexus 6P Premium Smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-10-01 13:00:00
Android 6.0 Marshmallow mobile handset :
Huawei and Google have officially introduced the Nexus 6P, an innovative smartphone featuring Android 6.0 Marshmallow, Google's latest operating system for mobile phones and tablet. The all-new Nexus 6P is beautifully designed with an elegant all-metal unibody. Crafted from aeronautical-grade anodized aluminum with diamond chamfers encircling its edges, the sculpted back of the phone accents the low-light-loving, fast-movement-capturing camera. With the Nexus 6P, Huawei and Google have introduced a truly premium handset that is 100% Android, integrating the newest OS, Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
AT&T intros ZTE ZMAX 2 Android phone
Mark Peters : 2015-09-24 14:14:14
ZTE ZMAX 2 Android smartphone :
Second Generation ZTE ZMAX 2 lands at AT&T at a low no-annual contract price. ZTE USA, the fourth largest smartphone supplier in the United States and second largest in the no-contract market, announced the availability of the second generation ZTE ZMAX 2 with AT&T. As an encore to the popular ZTE ZMAX, the ZMAX 2 features an updated design with the same long-lasting battery and 5.5-inch HD screen at an affordable price tag. The phone's price-to-feature ratio is outstanding and the flexibility of a prepaid plan only sweetens the deal. The ZTE ZMAX 2 Android phone can be purchased online at the AT&T site and at select AT&T retail locations for just $149.99 beginning September 25.
T-Mobile iPhone 6S Plus
Mark Peters : 2015-09-24 13:25:00
T-Mobile introduces the new iPhone 6S and 6S Plus :
T-Mobile USA celebrates record-shattering demand with unbeatable $5 per month offer on the all-new iPhone 6s. On the cusp of iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus availability, T-Mobile today announced it's doubling down on what was already an unprecedented offer on your new iPhone - unveiling an absolutely unbeatable $5 a month for iPhone 6s 16GB and $9 a month for iPhone 6s Plus 16GB with JUMP! On Demand and trade-in of an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus. This new offer is unmatched in the industry, building on an already record-breaking pre-order performance over last year at T-Mobile. T-Mobile's new pricing builds on the Un-carrier's straightforward $20 a month for a new iPhone 6s 16GB with JUMP!
Lenovo Dual Selfie Camera Smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-09-18 23:24:00
Lenovo VIBE S1 Dual Selfie Camera Smartphone :
Lenovo has recently announced the launch of the 5-inch Lenovo VIBE S1, a unique smartphone with two front cameras and an attractive curved-glass back design available in two color options. This latest addition to the VIBE smartphone line-up combines the ability to take really creative selfies with a fashionable exterior. The Lenovo VIBE S1 is truly unique because of its dual selfie cameras - the 8 megapixel primary front camera takes the sharpest photos and a 2 megapixel secondary front camera analyzes depth of field information to replicate human binocular vision. These two digital cameras work in tandem to unleash a myriad of new possibilities that can give selfies a creative twist.
Huawei Mate S Flagship Smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-09-16 12:15:00
Huawei Mate S Android smartphone :
The Huawei Consumer Business Group has recently introduced the Huawei Mate S, the new flagship smartphone in Huawei's Mate series of mobile phones. Its ergonomic design and innovative technology deliver a premium Android experience that surpasses industry expectations once again. With the Huawei Mate S, Huawei has re-imagined how people interact with their mobile devices, adding innovative touch features that enhance ease of use, functionality and creativity. On the Mate S, every touch provides an opportunity to do more. The Huawei Mate S offers an unconventional design that strikes a balance between the phone's brilliant capabilities and its stunning visual appearance.
Lenovo PHAB Plus
Mark Peters : 2015-09-15 21:40:00
Lenovo's PHAB Plus redefines tablet and phone mash-ups :
All the fun of a tablet with the true portability of a smartphone. Lenovo recently unveiled the latest evolution in mobile devices, the Lenovo PHAB Plus, a beautifully designed premium phablet, optimized for single-hand use. Targeted at today's millennials, the Lenovo PHAB Plus promises to eliminate the dilemma of choosing between costly smartphones with big screens and underwhelming small tablets by offering a sweet-spot 6.8-inch device with best-in-class entertainment, speedy Internet, and all-day battery life. The PHAB Plus also excels with its 3,500mAh battery, lending up to 24 hours of talk time and 20 days of standby time, courtesy of a built-in platform that limits the internal temperature of the device.
Sprint iPhone 6s Forever Revolution
Mark Peters : 2015-09-13 12:20:00
Sprint continues iPhone 6s Forever Revolution :
The iPhone Forever Revolution continues. Starting on September 25, qualified Sprint customers can get iPhone 6s for $15 per month and iPhone 6s Plus for $19 per month, making it the most affordable way to get the new iPhones on Sprint. Customers who choose not to trade in an existing smartphone at time of purchase can get iPhone 6s for $22 per month and iPhone 6s Plus for $26 per month. And with the innovative iPhone Forever program, included in the price, Sprint customers can now get a new iPhone every year. The new iPhone 6s is designed from the strongest glass on any smartphone and 7000 series aluminum, the same alloy used in the aerospace industry.
Pre-order your iPhone 6S at U.S. Cellular
Mark Peters : 2015-09-13 11:45:00
U.S. Cellular intros new iPhone 6S models :
U.S. Cellular announced it will offer iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, the most advanced iPhones ever, beginning on Friday, September 25. Customers can pre-order iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus beginning on Saturday, September 12 at the U.S. Cellular site. The Apple iPhone 6s 16GB will be available starting at $32.45 per month for 20 months with U.S. Cellular's installment pricing. The Apple iPhone 6s Plus 16GB will be available starting at $37.45 per month for 20 months with the company's installment pricing. With two-year agreements, iPhone 6s 16GB will be available starting at $199, and iPhone 6s Plus 16GB will be available starting at $299. The Apple iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus and iPhone 5s will also be available.
Apple iPhone 6s Plus
Mark Peters : 2015-09-10 18:20:00
Apple introduces the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus :
Next Generation of Multi-Touch Arrives in The Most Advanced iPhones Ever! Apple announced iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, the most advanced iPhones ever, adding a powerful new dimension to iPhone's revolutionary Multi-Touch interface. The new iPhones introduce 3D Touch, which senses force to enable intuitive new ways to access features and interact with content. Both the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus feature Retina HD displays made from the strongest glass on any smartphone and 7000 series aluminum, the same alloy used in the aerospace industry, in gorgeous metallic finishes that now include rose gold.
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium 4K smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-09-08 19:14:00
IFA 2015 - Sony Xperia Z5 Premium 4K Android smartphone :
Sony's 4K leadership now in a mobile device - Xperia Z5 Premium, the world's first 4K smartphone. The new Xperia Z5 Premium is a 4K phone with a sharp, vivid 5.5-inch 4K TRILUMINOS touch-display. The 4K display shows breathtaking details and has four times the resolution of Full HD. The Sony Xperia Z5 Premium will upscale all your content to 4K, enhancing any native or third party videos or photos so you can view Netflix, YouTube or your holiday shots in rich, vibrant 4K resolution. And, Xperia Z5 Premium is built to allow you to get creative by capturing in 4K and immediately enjoying the content on Z5 Premium, with the option of preserving any moment as an 8MP quality image.
Sony Xperia Z5 Smartphone Series
Mark Peters : 2015-09-08 18:55:00
IFA 2015 Show news - Sony Xperia Z5 Series announced :
Sony Mobile Communications unveiled its next-generation Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Compact, and the world's first 4K smartphone Xperia Z5 Premium - each mobile phone engineered to make every day experiences better. Designed by leading creatives at Sony's Creative Center studios in Sweden and Japan, Xperia Z5 presents a svelte continuous plate form, with a metal frame and frosted glass back. It's striking, comfortable to hold and waterproof for everyday convenience. With a 5.2" touch-display, sleek looks and Fall 2015 fashion and interior design cues, colours range from elegant to expressive for any personal style or taste; White, Graphite Black, Gold and Green.
Commodore Pet smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-09-07 21:50:00
Commodore Pet Dual-SiM Android smartphone :
If the name 'Commodore' conjures up images of clicking keyboards, beige boxes, and blinking command lines rather than buttery smooth ballads, this one's for you. Yes, that mainstay of '80s home computing is back, this time as an Android phone. The Commodore PET- which shares its name with the iconic all-in-one computer released in 1977 - might not run Commodore BASIC, but it does feature a customised version of Android 5.0 Lollipop, a 5.5-inch 1080p IPS display, and a pair of emulators for running old Commodore software. OK, so the two Italian entrepreneurs behind the PET might be playing on nostalgia just a tad in order to sell a few smartphones, but at the very least it's powered by some respectable hardware.
The Obi Smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-09-07 20:35:00
Obi Worldphone Smartphones :
Obi Worldphone Launches Silicon Valley Design on Powerful Smartphone for $199; Targeting Global Growth Markets. Taking a fresh approach, Obi Worldphone introduces two high-quality, premium-designed smartphones priced at an exceptional value to attract discerning young people in fast-growth markets in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Designed by renowned San Francisco-based product studio Ammunition, Obi Worldphone SF1 and Worldphone SJ1.5 are set apart by iconic industrial design. Ammunition also developed Obi Lifespeed, a custom user interface for Android that unifies the software and hardware experience.
Sony Xperia M5 waterproof smartphone
Mark Peters : 2015-08-29 12:05:00
Sony Xperia M5 waterproof Android smartphone :
Sony Mobile introduces the waterproof Xperia M5 to its growing line-up of mobile devices. Following Xperia M4 Aqua's success in raising the bar and defining the 'super mid-range' with its imaging leadership, Xperia M5 has an even more impressive 21.5 megapixel rear camera that lets you record movies and snap pictures like a professional. When you can't get near enough to your subject, 5x Clear Image Zoom allows you to get close without losing any quality. With the power to capture videos in 4K resolution, the Sony Xperia M5 Android smartphone offers the quality and performance of a compact digital camera. The result is sharp, clear and bright footage every time.
Canon EOS M100 system camera
Samsung 360 Round camera unveiled
D850 officially introduced by Nikon
Nikon D850 DSLR coming soon
Canon EOS 6D Mark II camera body
Canon EOS 200D digital SLR camera
Nikon Coolpix W300 waterproof digital camera
Ricoh WG-50 waterproof digital camera
Waterproof Olympus Tough TG-5 camera
Sony A9 mirrorless camera


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Best Fishing Kayak Under 1000 – An ultimate Review guide 2017
As we know that kayak was created 5000 years ago in Arctic and its surrounding areas. It's very popular now a days due to its environment adaptability, security, speed and it can even reach far locations where other water crafts can't reach. Most kayaks are available in 2 version such as Stock and Angler.What I have seen in recent years, Most of them prefer Angler version of kayaks and getting good experience but eventually start looking in stock versions. In nutshell, they prefer to customize the kayaks according to their needs or buying stock version. We have a good list below check for 2016's & 2017's top kayaks.You can see all top kayak types model on this list.
Fishing kayaks Under 1000. An Ultimate Resource for you
What types of kayaks you should buy ?
This depends on the different parameters such as construction , stability, speed, secure etc. It's a known fact that longer kayaks are faster than short ones. The wider kayaks is having better stability than narrow ones.
There are kayaks available for different purpose such as Inflatable kayaks, Recreational kayaks, Touring kayaks, sit-on-top-kayaks, sit-in kayaks, Saltwater Kayaks and Freshwater Kayak Fishing. I am aware that some fishermen are looking for motorboat instead of fishing from kayaks.But kayak and it's accessories are less expensive to buy than a motorboat. You can also catch rare type of fishes by using Kayaks.Kayak fishing is very challenge and you should have proper accessories and kayaks in your hand to get great fun.
It's a challenge to pick up a good kayaks for everyone. We have made this ultimate list to guide you on the correct path.These Kayaks are based on the best sellers in the market as well as on their quality. There are different aspects you should consider before buying a perfect kayak which brings happiness and success in your kayak ride. I would say price has major role in this particular area even though every one looking for other qualities such as size,storage space, model etc. I will be giving variety of models and you can choose the best one based on the design, quality and cost of the kayak.
Therefore, We have prepared a nice list those who are looking for inexpensive fishing kayak. You can see worlds top manufactures best fishing kayak brands which is having cost under $1,000. (If you are from Europe or Asia your price will be on your denomination instead of Dollar.)
Top Fishing Kayaks under 1000
Lifetime 10 Foot Sport Fisher Tandem Kayak
If you are in search for an ultimate kayak this will be a great arsenal in your outdoor kayaking ride. This sit on top fishing kayak allows maximum 3 people on the board. The biggest feature of Lifetime kayaks is tunnel hull design. What does it mean ? This is nothing but it allows you to both sit and standing up. This provides a n overall good experience in your fishing life. Lets check what are the other cool features provided by this awesome kayak. Not only the above mentioned feature but also this provides a perfect front cargo space, interior storage space thus it allows to secure your items.
Features, Pros & Cons
This lightweight kayak has been made of plastic thus it gives a perfect ride, easy journey and durability. The other important notable features are its paddle clips and cradle. It comes up with 3 seats, 3 fishing pole holders(Great for all 3 people)In nutshell,I would say this kayak is easy to use,best quality is giving, it is compact, lightweight, Paddles back rests and its adjustable. I expect they will put 2 rod holder on both sides when additional features adds to this model. I am not able to see any other issues on this ultimate kayak.You can get this product for reasonable amount from below link.
Ocean Kayak Frenzy Reviews
A perfect kayak for those who want to ride on the surf or with a tide.We have another renowned kayaks which got second place in our list.The main specialty of this kayak is it's Tri Form hull which gives good stability and tracking while you ride.If you are looking for a prefect enjoyment in kayak, you should look on this model.The same company has old model but now its not available it was less expensive compared to this new model but it tracks very well.This small kayak have lot of features such as it is responsive ( which means that you will have good stability while you paddle on this kayak), its very good on the surf of water and also it acts well on flat water.This model is perfectly good option for both children and adults.
Take a peak on it's specification.Its having 9'0" length, 31" width,18" seat width, 44LBS Weight,Item weight is 41. Pounds and maximum capacity from 275 to 325 LBS only.As I have mentioned above it is perfect for starters and a seasoned kayakers. Tracking is another good advantage you get on this piece.Another advantage is its not that much fast as you think but at the same time its not too slow.
Features , Pros & Cons
- It's perfect on wallet.
- It's a stable model.
- Very good Tracking ability.
- A great weight capacity.
- Its easy to lift since the weight is just 42 pounds.
- Its very easy to install accessories as the model is very compatible.
- Its perfect for every one. It doesn't matter whether you are just going to use kayaks or not.If you are looking for more comfort I would advice you should buy Ocean kayak comfort pro backseat and it will be perfect in case if you find any issues on seat.
- It has been built for surf so it doesn't ride good in still water but still you can ride on this.
- It looks very bulky.
- It's not too fast.
- It makes small sound when many small waves slaps the hull of Kayaks. You can't hear the noise if you are in your kayak but can hear from another frenzy.
Even though It has some cons which we have mentioned above, this piece looks awesome.Are you looking for high speed kayaks ? I dont care about this.I also dont mind sound issues. All in all I can say its a very fun kayak 🙂 Perfect for all age groups. You can read more below.
Coleman Colorado 2-Person Fishing Kayak Review
This is another top rated fishing kayak on the market in 2017. You can trust on these brand as they keep on making quality outdoor gears and accessories to the consumer hand. And I can say there is no exception on Coleman Kayak. This is the best rated kayak you can pick from the market and you don't need to spend any extra amount on this after buying this model. you can directly use for catching fish.
Features, Pros & Cons
This inflatable kayak has been designed for maximum durability on water surface so its worth for your money and its a 100% guarantee from the manufacturer.I would like to share some of the notable features below.
- Quality material has been used for construction.
- It has multiple air chambers
- It has trusted Boston valve.
- NMMA certified.
- one year warranty.
- Comes with carry bag.
- Air leakage proof system.
- Its good for fishing.
- Packing is easy.
- So many storage pockets inside to keep your things.
- Easy to use pressure gauge.
- Its steady in all water surface.
- Affordable price.
- If your seat are worn you wont get a replacement.You will have to pack this very carefully. You can't always trust on Boston Valve.I would advice you to inflate the kayak with minimum air pressure so that you can avoid major issues.


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Goldstein MG, DePue JD, et al. A Population-Based Survey of Physician Smoking Cessation Counseling Practices Preventive Medicine 1998, Pages 720-729. A survey of primary care physicians focusing on national guidelines for smoking cessation counseling showed a majority Ask (67%) and Advise (74%) patients about smoking, but few Assist (35%) or Arrange follow-up (8%).
Anthonisen NR, Connett JE, et al. Effects of Smoking Intervention and the Use of an Inhaled Anticholinergic Bronchodilator on the Rate of Decline of FEV1 JAMA 1994, Pages 1497—1505. An aggressive smoking intervention program significantly reduces the age-related decline in FEV1 in middle-aged smokers with mild airways obstruction. Use of inhaled anticholinergic bronchodilator results in a relatively small improvement in FEV1 that appears to be reversed after drug is discontinued.
Tonstad S, Davies S, et al. Psychiatric Adverse Events in Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trials of Varenicline. Drug Safety 2010, Pages 289—301. The incidence of psychiatric disorders was 10.7% in subjects treated with varenicline and 9.7% in subjects treated with placebo, RR of 1.02 (95% CI 0.86, 1.22). There were no cases of suicidal ideation or behavior in varenicline-treated subjects in the ten placebo-controlled studies analyzed.
Benowitz NL, Zevin S, Jacob P. Suppression of nicotine intake during ad libitum cigarette smoking by high-dose transdermal nicotine. J. Pharmacol. Exp. Ther. 1998, Pages 958-962 . Transdermal nicotine suppressed nicotine intake from cigarette smoking by 3%, 10% and 40% on average in the 21, 42 and 63 mg/day conditions. The number of cigarettes smoked per day declined from an average of 17.2 to 12.7 and the intake of nicotine per cigarette declined from 2.5 to 1.6.
Meine TJ, Patel MR, et al. Safety and Effectiveness of Transdermal Nicotine Patch in Smokers Admitted With Acute Coronary Syndromes Am J Cardiol 2005;95:976–978 An analysis of smokers admitted with acute coronary syndrome who received transdermal nicotine therapy and those who did not was performed. Propensity analysis was used to match patients. Transdermal nicotine therapy appears safe and does not have an effect on the mortality of patients with acute coronary syndromes.
Zapawa L, Hughes J, et al. Cautions and warnings on the US OTC label for nicotine replacement: What's a doctor to do? Addictive Behaviors 2011; 36: 327–332. Every clinician who has ever treated a smoker has faced significant and often confusing contradiction between the usage instructions on the label and their own clinical judgment. Though not a report of primary research, this paper is a "must read" for every clinician interested in treating tobacco. The authors are recognized experts in the field, and have collated the available evidence related to the most common clinical questions regarding nicotine replacement. This is exactly the paper you need to read in order to help guide your approach to the long-term care of your smokers (and potentially even to justify your decisions to insurers).
Hajek P, McRobbie HJ, et al. Use of varenicline for 4 weeks before quitting smoking. Decrease in ad lib smoking and increase in smoking cessation rates. Arch Intern Med. 2011;171:770-777. Since its introduction, varenicline has been marketed under the instruction to begin abstinence at the conclusion of a 7-day dose escalation period. This is in contrast to the observation that many patients who use varenicline find it difficult to abstain so soon after initiation. In this study, 100 smokers were randomly assigned to receive active varenicline for either 1 or 4 weeks before quitting. The 12-week abstinence rates were higher for the 4-week group (47.2% vs 20.8%), with the effect particularly strong among subjects who reduced cotinine levels prior to quit day (66.7% vs 22.6%).
Congratulations to the 481 Penn physicians listed below who were included in Philadelphia Magazine's Top Docs™ 2019.
Penn Medicine is one of the world's leading academic medical centers.
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text: Contrast and comparison in story always enlightens me. Jonathan, who has been fighting AML Leukemia since August 2008 recently spiked a fever and was admitted to the hospital. The fever was taken care of rather quickly but an incredibly painful headache set in. After 3 days of remaining in a fetal position, isolated in total darkness around the clock, he began experiencing double vision. In contrast to that picture, I took this one immediately on the heels of what I just described. As I took this image, I found myself thinking, "What a contrast and comparison to just a few hours ago." Look for contrasts and comparisons in life. They are great elements to the story.


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Attend » 2013 Annual Conference
IACP35: 2013 Conference, San Francisco
April 6 - 9, 2013
Many thanks to all our attendees and presenters – you made this year's conference memorable and inspiring!
See our Roundup page for lots of IACP35 images and stories
IACP35 San Francisco Session Handouts
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IACP35 Conference Roundup
Feeling rested after conference action and ready to reminisce? We're posting IACP35 highlights from lots of sources, including member and media contributions.
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2013 Culinary Expo
Exhibitor Registration is now closed.
This year we celebrate the 35th Annual Conference with the regional theme of "Dirt to Digital: Real Food in a Virtual World."
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2013 Program Committee
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Barbarita Lara
Barbarita is a chilean tech entrepreneur, computer engineer, skilled coder and driven by social innovation. She is currently Girls in Tech Director of Valparaíso, CEO of EMERCOM, a tech company that creates disruptive communications solutions and project chief of S!E: Emergency Information System, a system to deliver emergency broadcasts without relying on conventional networks. Awarded as "MIT Technology Review: Innovators under 35 GLOBAL" in 2018, "MIT Technology Review: Innovators under 35 LATAM" in 2017, "Leaders in Innovation" Fellow of The Royal Academy of Engineering 2016/2017, Gifted Citizen 2017 and recognized in her country and University as a young leader thanks to her contribution to the community and work in technological innovation.


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Libre Supper at LSM/RMLL
The problems with this conference continue.
The social event libre supper costs real money, and about the only thing you get for it is a nice venue. It was held in the city hall.
The buffet was not set up in the middle of the hall, but in some separate room next to it. So the bottleneck was not the buffet itself, but the door between the hall and the buffet-room. This further prolonged the queue lining up unnecessarily.
So at the time I ended up at the buffet, there weren't even any glasses left - meaning that I had to "enjoy" my dinner without wine or water. Obviously everyone would line up for a second and probably third helping. People like me who refuse to line up for half an hour and only enqueue when the queue is shorter don't actually get any of the desert.
I've probably never wasted my money and time more efficiently.


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The Jupiter-Moon sextile brings about a shot of optimism and improves chances of success in all endeavors.It's time to get started on the projects you've been planning lately. Trips are also favored and will most likely prove to be rewarding.
Aries Today
You seem to have a lot of energy and original ideas. You may succeed in business and on trips. Exams and social ties are favored as well.Avoid making hasty decisions that could upset domestic harmony!During the evening, an unexpected meeting might make you change tomorrow's schedule.
Taurus Today
Today you have every chance of finding the new job you've been looking for.Your charisma could help you deal with a delicate situation in a diplomatic manner.You should manage your time efficiently and avoid wasting your energy.
Gemini Today
Major benefits are in store for you as long as you don't over-criticize.You may want to keep your temper in check to avoid conflicts with friends and loved one.During the evening, an older relative might stop by and bring some good news regarding a trip.
Cancer Today
Financial difficulties don't seem to affect your good mood and determination at work.Professional achievements will most likely bring you material benefits soon.Everything seems to go your way, but you shouldn't rest on your laurels.
Leo Today Business trips will most likely be favored today.You could get the chance to solve an emotional problem that's been bothering you for a while.You seem to be running low on money these days. Think positive and don't lose your optimism!
Virgo Today
This morning, a part-time job might prove to be very rewarding thanks to your excellent co-operation with a business partner.You may be given the chance to make a good investment.You shouldn't cancel the trip you have planned for today. It might give you the opportunity to meet a future business partner.
Libra Today
This is the right time to implement your plans for climbing the hierarchical ladder at work.Chances are you'll do great when it comes to social life and financials.Relationships with business partners should be very good.Try to make the most of these favorable auspices, but have patience and don't push your luck!
Scorpio Today
Today you can deal with delicate business matters. You will most likely manage to complete a task that you started on a long time ago.Financial problems seem easier to solve today.Communication is also favored. Make sure you keep your promises!
Sagittarius Today
You could have the chance to stand out in society and earn financial benefits.Higher-ups and workmates should appreciate your determination and creativity at work.Don't mind the rumors spread by a woman in your circle!
Capricorn Today
This morning you might have to go on a business trip. It may come as a surprise and make you change the entire schedule, but you shouldn't be upset. This trip is likely to bring about major changes in your love life.Today you can rely on intuition.
Aquarius Today
Today you are likely to earn extra income from a part-time job.You could manage to complete a difficult task with minimal efforts.You'd better avoid speculations of any kind, otherwise you might lose big time.
Pisces Today
If you're offered a new job, don't turn the offer down! Luck is on your side.Consider pros and cons carefully, and you could find interesting prospects. Your loved one might give you sound advice.
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Tech retailer Click.ie will be wound up following a tsunami of customer complaints
Panicked punters said the company was unable to fulfil orders in time for the Christmas period.
ELECTRONICS RETAILER CLICK.IE is seeking liquidation following a spate of complaints claiming that the company has been unable to fulfil orders.
Cantec Office Solutions, which trades as Click.ie, first came into focus before the busy Christmas period as panicked customers who had bought phones, tablets and other gadgets said they had not arrived on time.
There were also complaints that the company was unresponsive to the concerns of their customers and would not answer calls or respond to emails.
Fora's sister website, TheJournal.ie, reported in March that the problems appear to have persisted into the new year.
A creditors meeting will be held on 24 April, at which the company will nominate PJ Lynch of PJ Lynch and Company as Cantec Office Solutions' liquidator.
Lynch told TheJournal.ie that his office has received approximately 150 calls or emails from customers to express their concerns about goods they have purchased but not yet received.
Click.ie lists seven stores around Ireland, but its primary business is through its website where it sells refurbished smartphones at marked down prices. It says that its retail outlets and online store operate separately from each other.
A number of years ago Apple began selling certified refurbished products, but third-party retailers are now doing the same with Click.ie among the best-known sellers in Ireland.
Company filings show that Umar Anwar is listed as one of three current directors of Cantec Office Solutions, and is resident in Ballynacally, Co Clare.
According to the most recent accounts, the company recorded a loss of more than €790,800 in 2016.
Cantec Office Solutions has gone through a number of different owners in recent years and in March 2017 an examiner was appointed to the company.
As previously explained by Fora, examinership is a practice that is used by insolvent businesses that cannot pay their debts.
On 10 April, Click.ie posted on Facebook announcing that it was "temporarily closed".
"Due to unforeseen circumstances, Cantec Office Solutions Ltd, trading as Click.ie, is temporarily closed," it said.
TheJournal.ie spoke to a number of customers who had not received their orders or receipts of orders back in March.
One customer, David Glynn, explained that his girlfriend spent €400 on a new phone through Click.ie's website three weeks previous, but said that when the money went through she received no confirmation of sale.
He added no receipt was issued in the days after the sale either and they could not contact a customer representative.
"She thought she was purchasing a phone from their online shop and after she put in her details €400 was instantly taken from her account by 'Cantec Office Solutions' and she didn't get sale confirmation," Glynn said.
"You can't contact them by phone because they never answer and it's the same with email and Facebook messages."
Glynn said that he finally got a response by tagging the name of company director Umar Anwar into his Facebook posts. He also said that Anwar worked in the Ennis branch of the store.
Written by Hayley Halpin and posted on TheJournal.ie. With reporting by Ronan Duffy
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Gweneth Paltrow In Hospital
Goodness! US is saying the Gweneth Paltrow was admitted to New York's Mount Sinai Hospital yesterday afternoon. But thankfully the medical staff is keeping to HIPA standards and would not comment on whether or not she was there, or why. :-D
US, has these details.
"She was slumped over in a wheelchair pushed by [husband] Chris Martin," an eyewitness tells Us. "She looked not well."
At 6:30 p.m., a bag — labeled "Gwyneth Martin" — from NYC organic home supply store Organics Avenue was delivered.
A source tells Us she and Martin were spending the night.
The reason for the hospitalization is unknown.
Her rep tells Us, "We are not commenting as it's a personal matter."
I hate to say it, but she probably had a burger, or a street hot dog. After years of the vegan marcobiotic diet, eating a burger would be like drinking Drano! BLECH! But those street dogs sure are tasty. :-D


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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV For Sale in Colorado Springs
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC is an SUV that turns heads. People can't help but stare when you drive by in the muscular body and design of this roomy yet compact vehicle. But it's not just a good-looker, it has an extra long wheelbase, and wide track to provide more space, and stability. This baby also features widened rear doors and a spacious 40/20/40-split rear seat fold with a power liftgate that comes standard for ease loading. Choose to upgrade to the Sport Package which adds AMG® body styling, 19-inch wheels, and topstitched dash and doors of your SUV. Or go with the Night Package which adds dramatic black styling elements along with 19 or 20 inch AMG® wheels. Lastly, the Interior Package option gives you added rich leather, ventilated front seats, and multicolor ambient lighting, among other features. Other options boast handcrafted Nappa leather for a luxurious ride, heated front and rear seats for comfort during the winter months, and rear-door sunshades for added privacy. You even have an option to add a giant Panorama roof to welcome in the sun, moon, and stars.
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC is available with 4MATIC® all-wheel drive that continually sends the engine's torque to the wheels which puts it to the best use. On these slippery and windy Colorado roads, the GLC elevates control and confidence. The GLC 300 gives the driver the same responsive power as a state-of-the-art 241-hp turbo-4. With direct injection, the multispark ignition, and a fuel-saving ECO Start/Stop system, it outputs 273 lb-ft of torque over a wide rpm range. Not to mention it goes easy on the fuel as well as the environment. You get precise 4-wheel multilink suspension with AGILITY CONTROL®, an innovative technology that keeps the ride smooth in almost any terrain. And check out the new 9-speed automatic transmission for a quicker, smoother, and more efficient ride. And you're going to love the shift paddles at your fingertips.
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Hilton Herbs Bach Flower Recovery Remedy is the best known of all the flower essences, created from a combination of five Bach flower essences. It is considered by many to be an all-purpose comforter and indispensable aid for use during times of stress. In times of difficulty the remedy can be given to both horse/dog and rider/handler.
It is preferable to make up a "Treatment Bottle", but drops can be used straight from the remedy bottle. For a Treatment Bottle, add up to six drops of each chosen remedy to 30mls of mineral/boiled tap water (+ teaspoon cider vinegar to preserve the essences if desired). Shake thoroughly and shake well before each use.
Either place in their drinking water, onto the animal's nose, rubbed into the gums or skin, given in food or on a treat. Drops can be added to an external wash or put into a water based mister and sprayed into the animal's environment. The above can be repeated up to four times a day.
The average course is 1 week, but remedies can be administered for longer periods or as required, until improvement noted. In crisis situations, drops can be given directly from the remedy bottle to the animal every 20 minutes until recovery is seen ie fireworks night, acute trauma.
Cherry Plum, Clematis, Impatiens, Rock Rose, Star of Bethlehem.
Please note: Includes a 40% alcohol abv.
All prices include VAT where applicable.
Under almost all products on our website is an Estimated dispatch time, check this for a delivery prediction specific to the item you are looking to purchase. These badges are updated live based on the stock levels we have and also those of our suppliers - so are usually very accurate, but cannot be guaranteed. In more general terms, we aim to dispatch all orders within 1 working day of receiving payment (and a prescription if required). If we cannot do so within 3 working days we will contact you by email.
For UK delivery, we charge the following:
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Prices quoted are for delivery to all parts of mainland UK except certain Scottish postcodes (where the price is higher for items sent by courier. Delivery of food abroad (including Channel Islands, N. Ireland and other islands around the UK) is charged at a higher price and free delivery is not available. Temperature controlled products, such as Insulin, are also not always subject to the standard and/or free delivery options.
For full information on our delivery charges, including prices on heavy deliveries to Scotland and abroad, see our delivery information page.
We can deliver most items to all around the world, but prices do vary. The majority of light weight orders (less than 1.5kg) can be delivered for a flat rate of £10. For an accurate estimate of the delivery charge, please put the items you require in your basket and use the "Estimate Delivery" system on the shopping basket page (you only need to enter your country and postal/zip code) for a quick quote. For deliveries to the USA you may need to go to the checkout page and enter your full address to get a quote (as some services need your state in order to quote too). For more information on international deliveries, please see our delivery information page.
Due to restrictions aerosols can't be sent by Royal Mail. We appreciate your understanding.
Some products, such as insulin and frozen food, need to be delivered in insulated packaging to prevent them from getting too warm (or too cold) during transit from us to you. Purchasing any of these items in your order will result in a £1.99 charge being added to the total to cover the high cost of the insulated packaging materials. You only pay the £1.99 once per order, regardless of how many temperature controlled items you purchase in that order.
Please call us as soon as possible if you need to amend or cancel an order on 01582 842096. If your order has been processed for dispatch we will be unable to cancel or amend the order. You will however be able to return your product for a full refund*.
To return an item, you must contact us by phone or email to arrange this BEFORE posting any product back to us. We will explain the process at this stage for you.
*For full details on returns, see our terms and conditions page.
Below are some recent questions we've received regarding Hilton Herbs Bach Flower Recovery Remedy for Horses, including answers from our team.
Kerry Varley
Is Bach Rose Rock remedy legal under FEI rules? If not what would the withdrawal time be ?
Helianthemum- the ingredient in Bach Rose Rock remedy is not listed in the FEI banned or prohibited substances list so should be fine to use under rules.


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I had a house to sell which I knew needed some repairs. I listed it with a local real estate agent, it was almost two months before we received an offer that we accepted. The sales contract clearly stated that they buyer accepts the house "as-is" The buyer ordered a house inspection and then a few days later submitted an amendment with a list of repair requests. I was unhappy because I stated that the house was being offered as-is condition. My agent said because they are in their option period they could cancel the sale without any consequence.
I did not have the money for repairs so I was forced to cancel the contract. This delayed the sale of my house yet again!
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Pokemon: Let's Go, Pikachu!
Shiny Charm
To be able to obtain the Shiny Charm, which greatly increases the rate at which you find Shiny Pokemon, speak with the Game Director after capturing Pokemon #001-#150 in the Pokedex! (You do not need to acquire Mew, Meltan, or Melmetal.)
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Graduation Initiative 2025
In an effort to better prepare and assist students, the CSU has established the Graduation Initiative 2025 to remove obstacles to receiving a baccalaureate degree.
GI 2025 will increase graduation rates for 475,000 students across all 23 CSU campuses.
To meet the workforce demands of California's innovation economy in the years and decades to come, GI 2025 will add 100,000 more baccalaureate degree-educated citizens to California over the next 10 years.
This would bring the total number of expected CSU graduates between 2015 and 2025 alone to more than one million.


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My Brother's Keeper Alliance Announces Upcoming Competition
3/7/2018, 2:24 p.m. | Updated on 3/7/2018, 2:24 p.m.
My Brother's Keeper Alliance Announces Upcoming Competition
My Brother's Keeper Alliance, an initiative of the Obama Foundation, recently announced it will issue a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) to community-based organizations located in
the nearly 250 communities that accepted President Obama's 2014 My Brother's Keeper Community Challenge. The RFP highlights MBK Alliance's commitment to investing in communities and organizations making steady progress that also have the potential to be proof points for what it takes to substantially improve life outcomes for boys and young men of color, particularly as it relates to reducing youth violence and growing the pipeline of mentors working in impactful programs.
The RFP will be released in March. The MBK Community Challenge Competition, a pilot program, will help grow the impact of community-based solutions with measurable evidence of improving life outcomes for boys and young men of color, while building the capacity of communities dedicated to expanding opportunity.
The competition will provide communities with a team of experts and practitioners to support planning, implementation, infrastructure development and spotlighting progress and lessons learned.
Competition winners will also be able to access matching funds to hire a full time local project lead and receive planning grants of up to $500,000 to help jump-start initiatives, build capacity and attract additional resources and partners.
Advancing the mission of My Brother's Keeper in Chicago will be a permanent priority well beyond this Competition. Accordingly, a Chicago nonprofit will be selected to be part of the inaugural Community Competition cohort, while other Chicago nonprofits will have the chance to compete for mini-grants of up to $50,000.
The MBK Alliance team is also working closely with city and community leaders to strengthen the overarching work of MBK in the city, including creating goals and aligning partners in supporting outcomes for boys and young men of color.
Combining the resources for organizations, staffing, technical assistance and in-kind support, MBK Alliance will be invest nearly $4 million nationwide, including more than $1 million in Chicago. In each winning community, organizations will select one evidence-based model related to youth violence prevention or mentoring they are seeking to replicate or scale over a two year period.
The dollars and in-kind support provided as part of this competition are not intended to fully scale the types of solutions the Foundation hopes to see. Rather, the Foundation will spotlight
what's working, build capacity for action and attract local and national tools and resources that can fuel long-term success.
"Four years ago President Obama launched the My Brother's Keeper initiative and, since then hundreds of communities have stepped up and shown up for their boys and young men of color in extraordinary ways.
We are excited to let these communities know the Obama Foundation remains committed to their success, and provide some tools and resources to help them accelerate the pace of impact and inspire action nationwide," said Michael D. Smith, Director of MBK Alliance and Youth Opportunity Programs at the Obama Foundation.
MBK Alliance expects to invest in a diverse array of communities, including cities of all sizes, rural communities and


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Hummus Veggie Wraps
I really do love vegetables! Even though I'm not a vegetarian, many of my meals are meatless. I just love how fresh and clean they are and they make me feel good. They can be presented in any way. Whether it be in a complex dish, or a very simple, no fuss recipe, I'm on board!
These wraps can be adapted to suit your taste. Use whatever vegetables are calling out to you and you can't go wrong. For the wraps, I used the Paleo Gluten Free Tortilla recipe you can find on my blog. Even though this recipe isn't Paleo due to the hummus, I really love those tortillas and they make a great wrap! If, however, you follow a Paleo diet, I'm sure you have your favorite spreads that can easily transform these wraps into a Paleo friendly meal. Creamy Chipotle Cashew Sauce or guacamole would both be great options. Or for a quick idea, fork mash an avocado, sprinkle it with a little salt and pepper, and use that as your spread- so yummy!
When sauteing the veggies, my goal is to avoid mushy vegetables. I prefer them to have a little bit of firmness and crisp left in them. I start with sauteing the onions and spices, then add the peppers, followed by the zucchini. I REALLY don't care for mushy zucchini so that goes in last. I also de-seed my zucchini to help eliminate excessive moisture. That is just a personal preference so prepare your zucchini to your liking.
Spread hummus on wrap, then place sauteed vegetables in the middle and wrap it up!
2 red bell peppers, cut into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 zucchini, seeds removed, cut into half moons
1 red onion, sliced and cut into quarters
1 Tbs coconut oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
sea salt, to taste
ground pepper, to taste
6 Paleo Gluten Free Tortillas (or whatever wraps you like)
1 cup Classic Hummus (or another dip/spread of your choice)
1. Prepare all vegetables for sauteing.
2. Heat coconut oil in pan over medium high heat.
3. Add onions and cook for about 2 minutes. Then add herbs and spices. Cook for another minute.
4. Add bell peppers and cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until you notice some slight firmness.
5. Next, add the zucchini and saute' for about 2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat. Spread a layer of hummus on your wrap. Then add your vegetables. Roll it up and devour!


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On 20 June 2017, 29-year-old Matthew Slocum from Washington County in New York was found guilty for the second time in his retrial for the murders of his mother, 44-year-old Lisa Coon Harrington; his stepfather, 41-year-old Dan Harrington; and his step-brother, 24-year old Joshua O'Brien at their White Creek home in July 2011. The verdict comes after the families of the victims were forced to sit through a repeat of Slocum's first trial in 2012, once again hearing the harrowing details of their loved one's deaths and reliving the fear that the man responsible would get away with murder.
"I hope he rots in hell. I hope they make him suffer like they did. … he's a cruel person,"
On 13 July 2011, the bodies of the family were discovered only after firefighters attended a fire at the property and quickly realised it was a fire deliberately set in order to cover up a triple murder. Missing from the home was a then 24-year-old Matthew Slocum, his girlfriend Loretta Colegrove, and their 3-month-old son, Raymond. The victims had been shot and killed with a 12-gauge shotgun in the early hours of the morning with the Harrington's being killed in their bed and Joshua O'Brien killed in the living room of the home.
The house was then set on fire in an attempt to destroy any evidence before Matthew Slocum fled the scene with his girlfriend and son. In the family's Ford Mustang, the pair first visited Colegrove's mother in the town of Adams, Massachusetts and then a series of pawn shops to sell items of jewellery for cash before carrying on towards where Slocum's uncle lived in New Hampshire. It was there, almost 270 miles away from the crime scene and after a nationwide search and an Amber Alert for the missing child, that they gave themselves up to police.
Once in police custody, the pair quickly turned on each other, which each blaming the other for the shootings. Loretta Colegrove told of her fear of Matthew Slocum while Slocum says he awoke at 3 am to the sound of gunshots and Colegrove behind the barrel of the gun.
Police concluded that it was Matthew Slocum who had pulled the trigger and charged him with triple murder. Loretta Colegrove was not charged with any crime in relation to the incident and received immunity from prosecution in exchange for her testimony against Slocum, a man she said she was terrified of.
At his first trial in 2012 which lasted two weeks, Matthew Slocum was found guilty on three counts of second-degree murder on 8 March and sentenced to 88 years to life with prosecuting attorney Kevin Kortight describing the murders as "one of the most heinous crimes ever committed in Washington County".
This verdict, however, was thrown out on a technicality in 2015, when his lawyers successfully argued that Slocum made statements to police without an attorney present although he had requested one, statements which were made known to the jury in his trial. As Slocum had asked for an attorney before he was interrogated, his statements were inadmissible the appeal argued, which included a confession to carrying out the crimes. The judge agreed and a new trial was ordered where this evidence would not be told to the jury.
At the time of the murders, Slocum was living with his mother and step-father at the White Creek home along with his girlfriend and son. No motive for why he would kill his family has been found, however, suggestions that the Harrington's wanted him to move out of the home and were becoming distressed at his repeated requests for money from them have been put forward.
In his retrial in June 2017, his defence attorney, Washington County Public Defender Michael Mercure, told the court police had 'gender bias' which is why they focused their attention on Slocum being the killer and not his girlfriend Loretta. "You will hear and you will see that investigators had a bias, a gender bias. They overlooked the possibility that Loretta could have been the murderer," he said. He also told the court Loretta had motive to carry out the killings after the Harrington's had reportedly threatened to obtain custody of their grandson due to her drug use and lifestyle. In response, Albany County prosecutors, Assistant District Attorneys Eric Galarneau and Linda Griggs told the court, "There's some nightmares from which you can't awake. This was a nightmare of (Slocum's) making."
Half way through the trial the court heard from Lorretta Colegrove who said, "He was very physically and emotionally abusive toward me." This, she said, was why after Slocum had shot and killed his family she didn't run away or try to summon help. The same witnesses from the first trial in 2012 were called, including the jailhouse inmate who said Slocum confessed to the shootings to him, the corrections officer who heard him tell another inmate "I am a murderer," and his brother who had received letters from him which apologised for what had happened.
After nine days, Matthew Slocum was once again found guilty of triple murder, along with arson, tampering with evidence, larceny and weapons possession to cries of "Thank God! Thank God!" from the victim's family members. On 14 July 2017, he was sentenced to 82 years to life in prison, meaning he is unlikely to ever be released and will die behind bars. "It's been 2,192 days waiting for this." Diana Harrington said, "Dan, Lisa, Josh!. We got you justice!"


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