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Nielsen, the group that has tracked and reported consumer information on radio, television, and the web, has a new way of tracking what goes on in people's mobile life.
Nielsen's newest study results gleaned from the system, called Nielsen Smartphone Analytics, compared the mobile web browsing to mobile app usage among U.S. Android users and found that, whether they're checking their mail or the weather or maybe gaming, users spent two-thirds of mobile time on apps, and the rest on the mobile Internet. The top 10 apps used up 43% of the total time people spent on apps, too.
The data is juicy enough and perhaps fresh fodder for the dead-web–or-not debate. But the revolutionary part here is how Nielsen gathered the data.
Instead of the time-honored method of asking people to take surveys and report back on their preferences and habits, Nielsen used a new metering software for smartphones that tracked app usage by time, and by app (installed, of course, with permission).
Tracking user habits this way has a number of advantages, all leading up to better accuracy and better detail. Monica Bannan, Nielsen's VP of Product Leadership for Mobile Media, says Nielsen Smartphone Analytics has "tremendous benefits" compared to tracking data by "recall," or surveys.
Going beyond just app usage, Nielsen can use this software to monitor other habits as well, like messaging, camera usage, battery and power consumption, and how many times a day, for how long, applications or phone features are used.
The ability to watch these metrics in detail will likely give Nielsen a more loyal following in the mobile space and add device manufacturers and carriers to the lists of advertizers, publishers, and media companies who already use its detailed metrics.
It's not quite on the level of innovation as Nielsen's recent big move in the digital space: The Online Campaign Ratings system, which has Nielsen teaming up with Facebook to give advertisers a fine-grained view of the kinds of people that views their ads. It's a first in the online space, where there's yet to a way to track not just how often ads are viewed, but who sees them. The Online Campaign Ratings system is due out later this month.
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It's the most wonderful time of the year! And for me, the colors that remind me most of Christmas are red and gold.
Knitted Top: Forever 21
Skirt: Forever 21
Shoes: Charles and Keith
Bangles: Parfois
Wooden Ring: from Boracay
Necklace: gift from my cousin
Pwede na din pang New Year dahil sa polka dots :P
What's your Christmas color?

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So America and the world gets a new leader tomorrow. It will be historic day no doubt. To me, it's also frightening how high profile Obama has become. He has achieved iconic status, and he is yet to step into the office. People seem to believe that he has come kind of magic wand… akin to Harry Potter, that he will swing, whisper a spell and make all the troubles of the American people go away the moment he steps foot into the White House. I find it surprising how humans can rally around a person or how a single person can rally such masses of people and be their only ray of hope in these gloomy times. Truly, the human emotion of hope can reach inexplicable heights.
I wonder how it will be when Obama, who promised so much, will actually get down to work, and be no different than his predecessor. Obama is not super man, super intelligent; he is just a beautiful orator. His policies will come from his team, who my guess is, no smarter than Bush's. Infact he probably would not have even penned his speech on the day of inauguration.
Tomorrow, for me is going to be just another media hyped spectacle, which will probably bring a cheer to the people all around the world, after which they will get back to the life of economic hardships, hunger, conflicts.


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The ants go marching on.
One of the principles that the cannabis industry has been built on is the idea of collaboration and treating each other like family. With the climate of the today's market, both recreational and medicinal legal states need collaboration more than ever. The costs involved in setting up a proper facility, getting equipment, licensing, marketing and advertising are on the rise, and it doesn't appear likely to stop anytime soon. The industry will continue to grow and big money will inevitably start to dive in, potentially drowning out small businesses. Keeping the industry locally driven is one of the biggest reasons collaboration must be practiced. Local companies that band together offset costs needed to compete and success can be realized. There is strength in numbers and if we work together the big money companies won't have such a negative impact on the local economy.
Are you interested in collaborating? We are working growers and dispensaries that want to collaborate in starting an extraction facility. Give us a call to join the family. 1-866-262-5678


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Every time you turn on the news, you see another story about a corporation or large business exploiting a loophole that keeps them from paying millions in taxes. Shouldn't everyone be able to take advantages of loopholes, not just the super-rich? If you find yourself pinching pennies every time tax season comes around, you might want to read these helpful tips on how you can start saving money on your taxes.
You work hard for your money, and you should be able to spend it as you see fit. Obviously, Uncle Sam has to take his share, but don't you think Uncle Sam might be taking a bit more than he should? It's time to get creative with those tax deductions and write-offs. As much as we would love to write-off that trip to Cancun as a business expense, here are some helpful tips that won't make an IRS agent laugh in your face or turn you into an outlaw.
Moving Expenses
If you move locations for work and your employers don't cover it, you can write off some of those moving expenses. Are you self-employed? If so, you can write off almost all of your moving expenses. Even if you get fired from a job that you moved for, you can still write off the bulk of your expenses. As long as you meet the required parameters for travel deductions, the IRS will let you write off:
- Storage fees (up to 30 days)
- Hotel rooms
- Utility disconnections from your old home
- Travel to your new home ($0.17 per mile)
- Packing and shipping costs, including the cost of a moving company
Consolidate Back Taxes
It's not uncommon to get behind on your taxes. Family emergencies happen and medical expenses can come out of nowhere. Getting behind on your taxes is nothing to be ashamed of but it's definitely something you can't ignore. Fortunately, the IRS is open to renegotiating the amount you owe and the rate at which you pay it back. If you find yourself in this situation, you might want to seek out IRS back tax help from a qualified tax attorney or CPA. Renegotiating the money you owe to the IRS can be a great way to reduce the amount of taxes you pay the IRS.
If you have loans on your home or you have student loan debt, you can write off the interest you pay each year on your tax write-off. Even if you aren't the one paying back your student loans, it's still possible to write off the interest. If you qualify, the deduction can be as high as $2,500 each year. Note: if you make over $80,000 a year as a single payer or you are claimed as a dependent, you won't be able to qualify for this tax credit.
IRA Retirement Savings
It's always a good idea to start saving for retirement no matter how you are doing financially. Even if it's only $20 at the beginning, you should always try to put a little bit aside each month. One of the best ways to save for retirement is with an IRA. The beauty of an IRA (Independent Retirement Account) is that the government can't tax it or touch it until you pull the money out for retirement. By the time you retire, you will most likely be in a lower tax bracket—which means the taxes on your withdrawal won't be too painful. This can be a great alternative to having your own stock portfolio. Typically, IRA funds are invested in either index accounts or massive, conglomerate stocks.
Home Office
Having a home office can be a great way to save money on your taxes. However, out of all the ways you can write off expenses for your tax return, this one is especially tricky. Home office deductions will immediately catch the attention of the IRS, as it's one of their biggest red flags. If you plan on having a home office as a permanent set up, make sure you use the office exclusively and regularly for work. You will more than likely get audited if you use home office deductions to their full extent; be fastidious in your bookkeeping to expedite the process. One of the easiest ways to avoid an audit is to take the flat rate of $5 per square foot on your home office deduction. The IRS is unlikely to come after you if you opt for the flat rate.
Tax credits and loopholes aren't lucrative, and they aren't exclusively reserved for the wealthy, either. Read up on where you can be saving and keep a few extra dollars in your pocket come tax season.


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Quotes from this week's newsmakers – December 15, 2011
"Imagine what would happen if a squad of firefighters runs so fast at the sound of an alarm to put out a fire, but once on the scene realizes that they have no tanks, not even a drop of water with them. That's how we are if we run out to preach without praying. One who prays without speaking does more evangelization than one who speaks without praying."
— Capuchin Father Raniero Cantalamessa, preacher of the papal household, speaking Dec. 9 to the pope and top Vatican officials
"My identity, my personhood . . . does not depend on whether or not I have a green card, a stock portfolio, a job, a home or even a college diploma. Nor does my identity depend upon whom I am sexually attracted to, or to race, religion, gender, social status, bank account, passport or health insurance, but on my essence as a child of God."
— Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, speaking Dec. 6 at the inaugural lecture for the University of Notre Dame's new Project on Human Dignity
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The new chain of responsibilty for protecting PHI, as laid out by HHS, goes from the covered entity (CE) to the business associate (BA) to the sub-contractor (Sub).
A breach at any level will involve the CE and their name will end up on the wall of shame if the breach is for more than 500 patients. One study showed that of the reported breaches in 2010, 42% were caused by a third party, ie. BA or Sub.
Due to this potential liability CEs are beginning to require proof of compliance before they will do business with a BA or Sub. The big challenge is how to prove compliance so that the CE has "suitable assurance" as required by HIPAA.
Of course many if not most could not prove it because they are not compliant, but let's say they are compliant, have policies and procedures in place, train their staff, and maintain documentation to prove this. Short of the CE visiting the BA, how can they know they are compliant at all times.
Compliance Helper has a solution called the Compliance Meter. The BA or Sub sets up their privacy and information security program with a service called Prepare.
A privacy and security expert called a Helper monitors their progress and provides advice, encouragement, and oversight. They follow a task list and as they review, edit, and get approval for their policies, procedures, and forms their progress is recorded and displayed through the Compliance Meter.
The Compliance Meter displays the percentage of policies, procedures and forms approved and tasks completed. Once they move to maintenance they get monthly task-lists and updates to their policies, procedures and forms.
The Compliance Meter reflects their current level of compliance at all times. It is a widget that can be displayed on the website of the BA or Sub or deployed to their business partners such as CEs or other BAs and Subs.
This provides complete transparency for their business partners.
With programs starting at $125 to get compliant and $35 per month to stay compliant, there is a program for even the smallest Sub to get compliant, stay compliant, and prove compliance with the Compliance Meter.
Cross-posted from Compliance Helper


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Information from the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty
A federal court said Monday Hobby Lobby will have to "violate its faith" and provide "morning after" pills and the "week after pills" in their insurance plan.
If they do not, they will face fines up to $1.3 million per day.
The court didn't question the Green family's beliefs but ruled that those religious beliefs were only "indirectly" burdened by the mandate's requirement that they provide free coverage for specific, abortion-inducing drugs in Hobby Lobby's self-funded insurance plan.
"It is by God's grace and provision that Hobby Lobby has endured," David Green said, Hobby Lobby founder and CEO. "Therefore we seek to honor God by operating the company in a manner consistent with Biblical principles."
Hobby Lobby is the largest and only non-Catholic-owned business to file a lawsuit against the HHS mandate.
The Green family said they have no moral objection to the use of preventive contraceptives and will continue covering preventive contraceptives for its employees.
However, the Green family said their religious convictions prohibit them from providing or paying for the abortion-inducing drugs, the "morning after" and "week after" pills, which would violate their most deeply held religious belief that life begins at conception.


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Carolina Beach, NCHome Menu
Meter Tampering
- Per North Carolina General Statute 14-151.1, it shall be unlawful for any unauthorized person to alter, tamper with, or bypass a meter which has been installed for the purpose of measuring the use of water or knowingly to use water passing through any such tampered meter or water bypassing a meter provided by the town for the purpose of measuring and registering the quantity of water consumed. Any meter or service entrance facility found to have been altered, tampered with, or bypassed in a manner that would cause such meter to inaccurately measure and register the water consumed, or which would cause the water to be diverted from the recording apparatus of the meter, shall be prima facie evidence of intent to violate and of the violation of this section by the person in whose name such meter is installed, or the person or persons so using or receiving the benefits of such unmetered, unregistered, or diverted water. Any person(s) not authorized by the town operating any valves on the distribution system, which included the cut off valve at the meter, hydrants, etc. shall be charged with tampering.
- Any person violating any of the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
- Whoever is found in a civil and/or criminal action to have violated any provisions of this section shall be liable to the town; losses shall be fined the amount of $500.00 and shall also be charged for the cost to repair and or replace any damages sustained, the next occurrence would double the $500.00 fine and any cost of damages.
A $150.00 fine will be charged to customers who illegally cut on their own water. Civil and criminal penalties also apply.
If water is cut on illegally after disconnection due to nonpayment of a utility bill, this will cause the removal of the water meter. In addition to the $150.00 fine, there will be a charge of $75.00 to have the meter replaced.
If you need to have repairs done at your property, please contact the Billing Department at 910-458-2983 or 910-458-4821 to have a Town employee turn the water off at the meter. Once repairs are completed, contact the Billing Department and we will turn the water back on.


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Dear NBJH Families,
Welcome to the Athletics Homepage, where you'll find information about NBJH team sports and intramurals. There are several interscholastic sports offered at NBJH:
• Co-ed Cross country
• Co-ed Soccer
• Girl's & Boy's Volleyball
• Girl's & Boy's Basketball
• Co-ed Track & Field.
The Fitness Room is usually open after school most of the year Monday through Friday from 3:35 p.m. to 4:35 p.m. We are looking forward to a very active and fun year!


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Guardians of the Galaxy Volume Vol. 2
There are few films in 2017 that have more expectation placed on them than Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Since the release of the first volume in 2014, audiences have been wondering if Peter Quill (Christ Pratt) will discover his celestial heritage and what the next stop will be for this much loved crew of misfits. Director James Gunn has put the new mixtape in the proverbial cinematic Walkman and the next chapter of the adventures of the Guardians is released to the world.
In this instalment, the Guardians are doing what they do best, guarding the galaxy from alien invaders. They have been hired by the Sovereign's leader Ayesha (Elizabeth Debicki) to protect their planet from a dangerous alien invader who wants to eat their primary energy source. In amongst the dancing and family-like bickering, they defeat this technology ingesting beast. Their reward for the effort is to gain the release of Gamorra's (Zoe Saldana) cyborg sister, Nebula (Karen Gillan). Hoping to get the bounty for her capture.
Prior to leaving the technology-rich planet, Rocket (Bradley Cooper) decides that he will help himself to some of the high-powered batteries of these golden beings. This simple, but foolish decision leads the Soveriegn leadership to send an armada to pursue the Guardians across the galaxy. The goal is to retrieve their property with the intent to imprison the offenders for this highest of blasphemies. During the chase through an astroid belt, an unknown force comes to the rescue of the band of outlaws and helps them to allude capture. After landing on a remote planet to assess the damage to their ship, the entity that saved them from apprehension reveals his identity to the team. To the surprise of Peter and crew, their saviour turns out to be the celestial being Ego (Kurt Russell) who also happens to be Starlord's father. All of the events occur within the first 15 minutes of the film and jumpstart the team's journey across the universe. A quest to discover more of Peter's past, the reason Ego wants to find his son and unwittingly to unveil the Guardian's real purpose in the cosmos.
Unlike much of the Marvel Universe, the storyline of Peter Quill's crew offers an expansive set of new characters and a galaxy that is unfamiliar to audiences. Besides the rabid graphic novel fan, few people would be aware of the history of this motley band of space warriors or Peter's parentage. This new edition in the canon of this comic book cast offers many of the answers that fans desire from the original film. The explanations behind key cast relationships and the reason behind some of the decisions made in the past by many of the characters should satisfy the inquisitive, but director James Gunn adds a plethora of new twists to keep everyone around for Volume 3. The current chapter is much darker and touches on a broader range of emotions than first adventure. This outing provides a depth needed when discussing the familial connections of many of the characters and does lead to a longer experience and one that may not be appropriate for the younger fans.
The genetically enhanced racoon, Rocket, moves into more significant role in this outing and makes up for the literal small part that Baby Groot (Vin Diesel) plays. He adds the bite, emotion and humour that is needed to counter the serious tone of Peter Quill's family reunion. The development of Gamorra and Nebula's relationship adds a new dimension to the family element, but merely becomes a distraction from the drama of the Quill family. The newer inclusions of Sylvester Stallone as Stakar and Pom Klementieff as Mantis do provide the layers that set up future volumes of this franchise. Specifically the influence of Mantis on the red-tattoed beast Drax the Destroyer (Dave Bautista). Her unique skills in mood manipulation aids in the development of the emotional side of stoic Guardian which does add an uncharacteristic, but appealing human quality to him.
The challenge was for James Gunn to fit in all of the elements that made the original special and add the expected links to the Marvel Universe. In the attempt to do all that, it does make for an overly long experience and some unnecessary confusion. It was not as enjoyable or as fresh as the first flight into the galaxy, but it is intriguing enough to encourage multiple viewings in the future to capture all of the nuances and potentially come to love it as much as the first mixtape.
REEL DIALOGUE: What are some of the bigger questions to consider from this film?
- Should we seek revenge? (Matthew 5:38-39, Romans 12:19)
- What part does loyalty play in your life? (Ruth 1, 1 Corinthians 13)
- What does it mean to be a 'true' friend? (Proverbs 17:17, Proverbs 18:24, Proverbs 17:17)
- What is the true definition of fathers? (Psalm 103:13, Proverbs 20:7, 3 John 1:4)


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Acts: 5. Scenes: 7. Roles: Male (19) , Female (7) , Neutral (0)
Tony Harrison's radical reassessment of French Classical drama continues with Victor Hugo's Le Roi s'amuse. The play was banned after only one performance in 1832 and became better known later as the basis for Rigoletto.
The Prince's Play is Harrison's eighth piece for the Royal National Theatre. His other work there includes: The Misanthrope, Phaedra Britannica, Bow Down, The Mysteries, The Oresteia, The Trackers of Oxyrynchus and Square Rounds. The Prince's Play premièred at the Royal National Theatre in April 1996.


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dnssec-revoke - Man Page
set the REVOKED bit on a DNSSEC key
dnssec-revoke [-hr] [-v level] [-V] [-K directory] [-E engine] [-f] [-R] {keyfile}
dnssec-revoke reads a DNSSEC key file, sets the REVOKED bit on the key as defined in RFC 5011, and creates a new pair of key files containing the now-revoked key.
- -h
Emit usage message and exit.
- -K directory
Sets the directory in which the key files are to reside.
- -r
After writing the new keyset files remove the original keyset files.
- -v level
Sets the debugging level.
Prints version information.
- -E engine
Specifies the cryptographic hardware to use, when applicable.
When BIND is built with OpenSSL PKCS#11 support, this defaults to the string "pkcs11", which identifies an OpenSSL engine that can drive a cryptographic accelerator or hardware service module. When BIND is built with native PKCS#11 cryptography (--enable-native-pkcs11), it defaults to the path of the PKCS#11 provider library specified via "--with-pkcs11".
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Force overwrite: Causes dnssec-revoke to write the new key pair even if a file already exists matching the algorithm and key ID of the revoked key.
Print the key tag of the key with the REVOKE bit set but do not revoke the key.
See Also
dnssec-keygen(8), BIND 9 Administrator Reference Manual, RFC 5011.
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First from io9:
Ravens like to communicate with their beaks — but not how you imagine
Nov 29, 2011
Before most of us could talk, we were communicating with gestures — holding, pointing and reaching at objects, for example, to communicate our wants and needs to others.
These referential gestures (known as deictic gestures to those in the know) are thought to play an important foundational role in the development of higher forms of communication like speech, and are believed to be relatively rare in the animal kingdom. But now, scientists have found the first evidence that ravens, widely recognized as some of nature's smartest birds, use deictic gestures too — a discovery that researchers say could help shed light on the mysterious origins of human language.
Until recently, deictic gestures had only been observed in humans and a few of our closest evolutionary relatives, like chimpanzees — who have been observed signaling to other chimps where on their bodies they would like to be groomed. But according to researchers Simone Pika and Thomas Bugnyar (experts in gestural communication and raven behavior, respectively), virtually nothing is known about comparable skills in non-primate species.
In the interest of filling this investigative gap, Pika and Bugnyar spent two years observing the social interactions of seven pairs of ravens to determine if the birds engaged in referential gestures similar to those seen in humans. They discovered that ravens will use their beaks to present their counterparts with moss, stones and twigs; that these gestures are typically directed towards ravens of the opposite sex; and that they are only performed when another bird is watching.
In the latest issue of Nature Communications, Pika and Bugnyar conclude that these gestures may function as "testing-signals," allowing a raven to evaluate the interest of a potential partner, or to reinforce the strength of an already existing bond.
"If communication is governed by cooperation, then this could be what prompted the evolution of language [in both humans and ravens]" explains Pika. She continues:
Gesture studies have too long focused on communicative skills of primates only. The mystery of the origins of human language, however, can only be solved if we look at the bigger picture and also consider the complexity of the communication systems of other animal groups.[Nature Communications via New Scientist]
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And this is from Inkfish, a blog from the editor of MUSE, a very cool kids' science magazine.
Aesop's Crows Understand Physics, Literature
Aesop told the fable of a thirsty crow that came upon a nearly empty pitcher of water and discovered that by dropping pebbles in, he could raise the water to a drinkable level. The moral is "Little by little does the trick"--or was that "Necessity is the mother of invention"? Either way, scientists have enjoyed testing non-fictional members of the clever corvid family with this puzzle. Most recently, wild crows showed scientists they're smart enough for a whole barrage of Aesop-inspired challenges.
New Zealand psychologist Alex Taylor led the study of five New Caledonian crows that had been captured from the wild. The birds (Caesar, Laura, Bess, Mimic and Pepe, since you asked) were each given an extensive series of tests while visually separated from their peers. Like one of those computer games where you walk into a dead-end room and have to find the secret button that opens a submarine hatch and takes you someplace more interesting, the crows were presented with varied apparatuses and had to figure out which objects were tools that would help get a tasty treat into their beaks.
The tests began with the classic "Aesop's fable paradigm." Crows saw a tube partially filled with water. Inside the tube was a bite of meat, stuck onto a piece of wood that floated below their reach. Small stones were sitting nearby. If you're thinking that you might not have been able to solve this puzzle, rest assured--the birds didn't get it either.
After making sure the crows didn't naturally know how to solve the puzzle, the researchers gave the birds a hint. This time, the crows saw the same tube, floating meat, and stones. But there was a platform next to the top of the tube with a couple stones sitting on it, too. As the crows attempted to jam their beaks far enough into the tube to reach the meat, they tended to accidentally knock the stones into the tube. After doing this several times and noticing how the water level rose, all the crows eventually figured out the trick. They began dropping stones into the tube on purpose to get the meat.
Although this looks pretty clever, it's possible that the birds found the solution by simple association: "Stones mean food. Mess around with the stones, or put them near the food, and the food gets in my beak." So the researchers followed up with a series of puzzles that tested what the crows actually understood.
(Only four crows were used in most of the experiments--poor Bess, perhaps believing herself to be in one of those fables where the crow gets eaten by an alligator, was too afraid of the testing apparatus to participate.)
In one test, the crows were given stones of two different sizes. They quickly began ignoring the smaller stones in favor of larger ones, which raised the water level faster. (Laura, the smartypants of the bunch, never once used a small stone.) In another test, the stones were replaced with white chunks of rubber and styrofoam. Though they looked the same, the former item was heavy and useful, while the latter uselessly floated on top of the water. Again, the crows picked up on the difference, learning after a few trials to discard the styrofoam chunks and throw the rubber ones into the tube. In this video, you can see Mimic mastering the puzzle on his first try (and adorably peeking into the tube to make sure the meat is still there).
The crows seemed to understand what was important about the objects they were using as tools: bigger and heavier items would get the meat to them faster. But did they grasp what was happening inside the tube? To test the birds' understanding of the water in the tube, researchers showed them a tube of water next to a tube of sand. Both had the usual chunk of meat sitting on their surface, but throwing rocks into the tube of sand would accomplish nothing. The crows soon learned this, more or less, and dropped most of their rocks into the water tube. In this video, smartypants Laura ignores the sand tube entirely in her fourth trial. When the tube of water was paired with a tube of air, the crows again learned to put most of their stones into the water tube--though they dropped a fair number of stones into the air tube as well, apparently struggling to grasp that one clear substance wasn't the same as the other.
New Caledonian crows use sticks as tools in the wild to dig grubs out of holes, and showed here that they can learn to use other kinds of tools as well. This suggests that using tools, for the crows, is true problem solving and not just an ingrained behavior (like your dog kicking up imaginary dirt on the sidewalk after it poops). And the birds' performance with different sizes and shapes of "rocks" shows that they can adapt their tool use to various conditions--though they did struggle a bit with the tubes of air and sand. Buoyancy is tricky for everyone.
With the crow-and-pitcher paradigm nearly exhausted, maybe scientists will turn to Aesop's other fables for future studies. Are crows susceptible to flattery when holding pieces of cheese? Do foxes eat grapes (sour or otherwise)? And, of course, does slow and steady really win the race?
Images: Project Gutenberg/Wikimedia Commons; Taylor et al. (video screengrab)
Taylor, A., Elliffe, D., Hunt, G., Emery, N., Clayton, N., & Gray, R. (2011). New Caledonian Crows Learn the Functional Properties of Novel Tool Types PLoS ONE, 6 (12) DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0026887


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Where's Waldo? In Troy, NY, of course!
Waldo is chilling out in Troy, NY. To be precise, he's checking out twenty local businesses here. To find out where, stop by Market Block Books to pick up your search sheet and let the fun begin.
The first 100 kids to collect 8 "I Found Waldo" cards will get a groovy Waldo pin. Collect 16 or more and your name goes into a drawing for books and fun prizes!
The fun starts on Sunday, July 1 and continues until Tuesday, July 31.
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Riverhead Town's Water Conservation Recommendations
In the interest of conserving water and saving taxpayer dollars, Riverhead Supervisor Laura Jens-Smith is asking residents to follow some simple suggestions for watering lawns this summer.
On a typical hot summer day, the Riverhead Water District needs to pump up to 20 million gallons of water, using all 17 of the Town wells. It is estimated that up to 80% percent of the increased demand is for irrigation. That's over 6 times more water needed than on a typical winter day, when only 3 or 4 wells can supply our demand.
In order to avoid the need for constructing additional multimillion dollar well sites to serve those few peak days, the Riverhead Water District has met with large water users like irrigation system contractors and residential HOAs, and is encouraging residents to follow similar suggestions for sprinklers and irrigation systems:
o If your home number is odd water on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
o If your home number is even water on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Supervisor Jens-Smith reminds residents that "A few simple steps can make a huge difference in assuring that we have a good supply of drinking water, sufficient capacity for emergency and to preserve and protect our environment."
For more information about water conservation, see the Riverhead Water District newsletter at https://www.townofriverheadny.gov/docview.aspx?docid=48538 or call 631-727-3205


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It's Sunday and only 2 weeks until the first weigh-ins for Nationals. It's been an interesting path to this point and I'm excited for what will appear over the horizon.
Over the past few months, many people have worked and donated a lot of time ensuring we get to Nationals in the best shape possible.
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JACKSON, N.J. (CBSNewYork) — Many victims of Superstorm Sandy have lost a lot, including their homes, possessions and everything precious, and now as they try to rebuild their lives, some families are also faced with the danger of losing their pets.
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Rania Michael-Garcia said she feared having to give up her beloved dogs, "Cosmo" and "Coco," when Sandy left her homeless.
"You cry, and you try to tell yourself, 'Well, yeah, it might have to be that way,'" she said.
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"So many people are saying that they don't have anything left of their lives, except the clothes on their backs and the animals they are handing off to us," said Seer Farms founder Laura Popel.
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In the Rockaways, displaced residents have also had to say goodbye to their pets, for now.
"I don't want to lose him so this is the way to do it – temporarily," Betty Giollioz said tearfully.
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has been helping dogs such as "Hero," who will stay at its emergency shelter in Brooklyn for a few weeks.
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Katie Doherty's dogs came to Seer Farms after flood waters ravaged her father's home.
"It was dark, and I didn't want to leave them here, and I couldn't take them anywhere else," said Brian Doherty of Point Pleasant. "There was nowhere to go; no one would take pets. And so I I stayed with them in the cold house."
Pets can stay at the shelter at 1508 Herkheimer St. in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn for up to six months. If the owners need more time, volunteers are willing to work with them.
Dozens of volunteers pamper their pets, but families are encouraged to visit.
"We're happy that we knew they were safe, and they were being fed and taken care of, so we could figure out our situation," Katie Doherty said.
The shelters have made a difference with a cuddle or a touch, leaving owners knowing their pets will have a home as they try to put their lives back together.
Seer Farms asks pet owners for a $50 donation, but the shelters has waived all fees for Sandy victims.
For more information about the ASPCA assistance program, call the Sandy hotline at (347) 573-1561.
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Thursday, July 27, 2017
I love that readers of different ages will take different lessons from the book. In reading about Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Birute Galdikas, younger readers might be inspired by these women who dreamed of living in the wild and studying animals. Slightly older readers might be heartened by the fact that none of them were experts when they started out, but rather, they were hard workers who wouldn't give up. An even older audience might read into the references to mentor Louis Leakey's romantic interest in the women and intuit that there is much more to Dian Fossey's life than is laid out in this children's book.
The cover has major appeal; as it sat on my desk, several students gravitated to me and lined up to read it when I finished. They won't be disappointed and I hope they will be inspired to learn more about these complicated and accomplished scientists.
Labels: graphic novel, nonfiction
Friday, July 21, 2017
Cat's family moves to Northern California because the air will help her younger sister's cystic fibrosis. Cat isn't excited about the move, and even less so when she realizes that the Day of the Dead and ghosts figure so prominently into community life. She rejects it repeatedly, until she realizes that maybe some time with ghosts is just what she needs.
I love Telgemeier's books and artwork, but I really didn't connect with the protagonist here. Cat is so negative about everything that she comes across as a drag. I want to be on the main character's side, but I found myself liking everyone else better than her. There is controversy around this book which is worth considering, but I also know that no amount of controversy will stop kids from devouring everything Telgemeier publishes.
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Saturday, July 15, 2017
The Worst Class Trip Ever
As an addition into this set of literature, The Worst Class Trip Ever, is welcome. Clearly, Dave Barry can write humorous books and I know that my kids will enjoy it. The story follows Wyatt on his eighth grade trip to Washington DC and the hijinks that ensure when he may or may not have prevented a terrorist plot.
I read 100 pages and then said, "I'm done." Kids love these books and I am happy. I just don't need to read any more of them!
Sunday, July 9, 2017
Feeling homesick and frustrated with the expat life that feels thrust upon her, Emily decides to hop on a ferry in Sumatra and escape for a little while. Unfortunately, the ferry sinks and Emily must fight for her life against whirlpools, exhaustion, sharks, and other survivors.
In addition to the exciting survival story, there are many cultural tidbits about life in Indonesia. It doesn't feel didactic, but the reader walks away with a broadened worldview. I wish that the ending was fleshed out a bit more, but overall, I thought it was a solid and quick read. Two of my students (not typical adventure readers) had been pressing this book on me all year. It's appeal goes beyond its genre and I look forward to book talking it to everyone next year.
Monday, July 3, 2017
Kindred: A Graphic Novel Adaptation
I'm so happy that this book has been made available in graphic novel format, as I think it will open up the important story to a wider audience. Dana, our protagonist, continues to be dragged from her life in 1976 to the Maryland during the slavery era. There, she must rescue the life of Rufus, a slaveowner and her distant relative. This continues many times: Dana is stuck in the past until almost dying jolts her back to modern life, only to be drawn back to the past when Rufus' life is threatened. She wonders if Rufus' death will lead to her freedom, and what other consequences there may be.
It is so important for people to learn about slavery and the brutality of the United States' history. Addressing it via science fiction in a graphic novel form opens up the topic and text to many people. This is too mature for my sixth graders, but I think it would be an incredible addition to a high school curriculum and would inspire students to read more of Butler's work. I know it has inspired me.
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If you are charged with a crime, your life can quickly start to feel like it is falling apart. You may not be able to get behind the wheel of a car. You may not be as employable as you used to be, making it hard to contribute income and support your family. The severe threats to quality of life and livelihood that accompany a criminal charge make it convincing to hire a criminal defense lawyer who can protect your rights.
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London Real-estate, Housing and Property TermsPar LondonHouseShare1 dans Accueil le 15 Août 2016 à 09:21
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Whether inconclusive about the form of property you're searching for, frightened because of knowing everything that's around, or just simply curious, selection of real estate property must be approached using a degree of respect and a good portion of base knowledge. This informative guide will try to clarify all queries asked concerning the types of proprietorship very easy to acquire with the capital city London (also trusted information fitting some other major city).
London Real Estate
It's not only about understanding what can or can not be found. In such a way, a modern outlook during 'home' is merely just like the important points. They have a tendency to speak by themselves also. For instance, the very concept of a chosen kind of property shows increasing being similar to another. Therefore, an individual may arrived at the conclusion of choice, only because of comprehending the rest - a selection based on the method of exclusion. In present tense, modern London is landlord of a giant variety kinds of property. These are enlisted, each having an exact definition:
A set or apartment (roughly the same as the united states 'condominium' or the AU 'unit') is normally on one floor, eventhough it could be spread over a amount of floors (in that case it's generally known as a duplex or maisonette). A block contains flats is an apartment building, high-rise tower block, a converted building (for instance a factory or warehouse), or possibly a large house changed into flats called 'conversions', common throughout London. Loft flats are likely to be within converted industrial buildings. They can be seen with double or triple height 'cathedral' ceilings. You will find blocks and mansion flats with ornate fa�ades in central London, containing stylish and spacious Edwardian and Victorian flats built in the late 19th and early 20th century.
Traditionally a pretty, quaint house in the united states, possibly using a thatched roof, although the name is utilized nowadays to comprise just about anything except a set. Might be terraced or detached.
Detached House
An unbiased house, usually having its own front and/or rear garden and garage.
A flat that's on two floors connected by a staircase - all-around a maisonette with the exception of its own external entrance.
Short for 'bedsitter' - an abbreviation of 'bed-sitting room'. A tiny flat with one room created for both living and over sleeping. The existing bathroom or kitchen isn't separate but shared.
Single storey detached or semi-detached house, liked by older people due to the shortage of stairs.
They're popular london. Modern houseboats are spacious and luxurious, only tied to your financial budget. Also, they are much cheaper than an equivalent-sized house or flat. However, there's one major drawback: finding a mooring - expensive and practically impossible with a huge selection of people for the waiting list for each individual case.
Semi-detached House
A detached building containing two separate homes joined in the centre by way of a shared wall. They often have front and back gardens and off-road secure and/or parking garage.
Section of a flat or house forming separate living accommodation, usually on two floors featuring its own external entrance.
Traditionally a penthouse has become a large luxury flat, top-floor-located with a high building, although nowadays describes any large (or otherwise not so large) luxury flat, that might or will not be found on the top floor of your building. Respectively can even be the very best floor of the relatively low-rise building.
Mews House
A conversion from old stables, carriage houses or servants' lodgings (17th to 19th century), the location same as genuine cottage. Rather expensive but not unheard of in manchester.
Period Property
Home build before 1911, name after the period where it was built as following: Georgian (1714-1830), William & Mary (1830-1837), Victorian (1837-1901) or Edwardian (1901-1910).
Terraced House
Usually two to five storey high houses, integrated a row of several.
Today's building much like a terraced house, though generally larger and frequently with the integral garage.
Mind you, getting a property does not conclude by choice alone. One which just form an effective prediction or estimation of your own, you need to take into account the following spendings on estate agent taxes and professional relocation assistance.
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The Registrar of Indigenous Corporations, Anthony Beven, placed the Riverina Foundation for Aboriginal Affairs (Aboriginal Corporation) under special administration today.
The corporation was established in 1982 to develop social and cultural activities and provide housing for Aboriginal people living in the Narrandera, Wade and Leeton shires in New South Wales. The corporation owns or manages nine residential properties in the region.
In May 2009 the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC) completed an examination of the corporation's books. The examination identified serious issues around solvency, operations and compliance of the corporation. The examiner also found breaches of the corporation's rules and the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (the CATSI Act).
'Our concerns include corporation membership, meetings, reporting to ORIC and financial record keeping.' Mr Beven said.
The corporation was given an opportunity to respond to ORIC's concerns and say why they believed a special administrator should not be appointed. No response to the notice was received. However, ORIC did receive information about a debt to the Narrandera Shire Council.
The Registrar has appointed Mr Andrew Bowcher of RSM Bird Cameron, Wagga Wagga as the special administrator. Mr Bowcher can be contacted on (02) 6921 9055.
Interested members and directors of the corporation will have the opportunity to attend corporate governance training provided by ORIC in Narrandera later this year.
Special administration is a unique power under the CATSI Act to help a corporation address any problems it may be having. The aim is to return an improved corporation back to the members as soon as possible. See ORIC's fact sheet Special administrations: what members and directors should know for more information.
Lisa Donnelly
02 6219 7611
25 August 2009


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On the 10th of June, NCBI will be holding a morning exhibition of adaptive technology products supplied by Dolphin and Enhanced Vision. Representatives from each company will be on hand to demo products from their range and answer any questions you may have. This is a "Drop in Event" so there is no need to …Read More about NCBI invites you to a Low Vision Drop-in Day
NCBI Retail on EBAY
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Tandem Bike Presentation
Earlier this week, one of our Community Resource Workers based in Nenagh, Caroline Fitzgerald, called out to the home of one of our a service-users to present them with this tandem bicycle. The tandem was donated to Joan Ryan who is living in Ballymore in South Tipperary. Joan lost her sight 15 years ago and …Read More about Tandem Bike Presentation
NCBI has teamed up with Des Kelly Interiors
We are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with Des Kelly Interiors to help support people with sight loss in Ireland. Starting this month, you will have the chance to win a luxurious 4'6ft Respa Pocket Divan Bed by buying a line for only 2 euro in NCBI Retail & Des Kelly Interior …Read More about NCBI has teamed up with Des Kelly Interiors
National Vision Coalition Canvas Card
Call for Development and Implementation of a National Vision Strategy for Ireland 2016 1. Implementation of the National Care Plan for Ophthalmology 2. Integration of Allied Health Professionals in the HSE National Care Plan for Ophthalmology 3. Development of a coherent support services for patients/service users with blindness and vision impairment 4. Embedding of clinical research in …Read More about National Vision Coalition Canvas Card


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Andrew Micklefield was elected as MLA for Rossmere on April 19, 2016. In addition to his ongoing work as part of the Legislative Management Commission, Andrew has served in various roles as Legislative Assistant to the Minister of Health, Government House Leader and deputy Government House Leader and, since December 2017, as chair for a committee appointed by the Minister of Families to review Child Family Services legislation.
Andrew immigrated from England in 1989, graduated from Transcona Collegiate and the University of Winnipeg and pursued Master's studies at Providence University College. For nearly 20 years years Andrew has worked to improve the lives of Manitobans; Andrew has also facilitated relief projects in developing countries. He is also a guest speaker and lecturer teaching World View and Life Skills and served as a Board Member of the Manitoba Federation of Independent Schools.
More recently, Andrew has helped immigrant families find homes, jobs and settle in to Winnipeg. While Principal of The King's School in Winnipeg, he received acclaim for the school's work with refugee and newcomer children. In 2014 Andrew coordinated a shared land and funding agreement to build soccer fields for community and school use.
Andrew and his wife Ruth live in Rossmere with their 3 children. Andrew is a drummer and percussionist and enjoys cooking, travelling and reading.


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At the 2017 Ceremonial Opening of the Legal Year on 9 January, I took the opportunity to reiterate the importance of generosity to a true legal professional to engage in pro bono and community service work. I urge support on three fronts – from law firms, from all other relevant institutions including the Government, the Judiciary, NGOs and charitable organisations, as well as from individual practitioners.
Many law firms have already been actively promoting a corporate culture that encourages their lawyers to do pro bono work. The initiatives vary with different firms and generally include the following:
- setting up a dedicated internal committee to focus efforts;
- developing a working relationship with public interest institutes to understand their needs;
- serving on boards of directors of community organisations;
- identifying suitable pro bono and community service opportunities;
- ensuring the quality of pro bono work is no less than any other paid work (ie, same level of professional support in terms of staff and supervision and same appraisal process);
- allocating designated funds (eg, a fixed proportion of the annual surplus, for advancing pro bono causes);
- allowing staff time off to participate in charitable activities;
- matching hours of voluntary work done for a charity by staff with donations by the firm.
Hopefully, an overview of some of these initiatives will help inspire those firms that are considering a move in this direction to develop an approach that suits their own set up.
At the regulatory level, it is interesting to note that a number of jurisdictions have implemented measures to raise awareness of or even to mandate pro bono contribution by members of the legal profession. In 2012, the New York State Court of Appeals adopted a new rule requiring applicants for admission to the New York State Bar to perform 50 hours of pro bono services. Other state bars including California, Montana, Connecticut and New Jersey are considering a similar pre-admission pro bono requirement.
In Singapore, the Legal Profession (Mandatory Reporting of Specified Pro Bono Services) Rules 2015 ("Reporting Rules") came into effect in March 2015. The Reporting Rules serve to raise awareness of the role of lawyers in their contribution to pro bono work in society. Upon an application for a practising certificate, every Singapore advocate and solicitor is required to report the time spent on pro bono work in the preceding year. As it is only a reporting obligation, lawyers will not be subject to sanctions or adverse consequences for a report of zero pro bono hours.
We are not advocating any kind of mandatory obligations in relation to pro bono work, but it is worth noting that the pro bono culture is strengthening its shape in different parts of the world in various forms.
At the individual level, we do not yet have comprehensive statistics to compare the commitment of lawyers in Hong Kong to pro bono work with lawyers in other jurisdictions. We sent a questionnaire on pro bono work to all members, along with the application forms for the 2017 practising certificate. We have received a 17 percent response rate so far. Out of the responses received, the majority spent between 5 to 20 hours of pro bono work in 2016.
Mandatory reporting of pro bono work has been implemented in a number of states in the US. According to the published reports of some of these states, the average hours of pro bono work per attorney were impressive. For example, for the period 2009 to 2012, the average hours of pro bono work per attorney per year (including both active and inactive attorneys) ranged from 32 to 69 in Hawaii, 24 to 27 in Illinois, 31 to 34 in Maryland and 44 to 50 in Nevada. If we can achieve an average of 30 hours of pro bono work per solicitor every year (ie, 2 to 3 hours every month), based on about 9,000 practising certificate holders as of the end of 2016, we will already be able to offer 270,000 hours of pro bono work as a profession!
There are many avenues through which legal practitioners can give back to community. The Law Society has been organising different pro bono and community activities offering a wide range of choices for members to suit their interests and availability. Apart from the provision of free legal assistance to the public through the Law Society's Free Legal Helpline and Free Legal Advice Consultation Service, members may also help enhance the legal knowledge of the public through other Law Society activities like giving school talks and seminars for NGOs, writing newspaper articles, facilitating group discussions of students in our annual Teen Talk event or giving community presentations on law related topics during the Law Society's Law Week. Further, family activities like visits to the homes for the elderly and teaching English to underprivileged children are also available for members who wish to share the experience of serving the community with their families. These Law Society activities are organised throughout the year and publicised in our weekly Circulars. Your comments on how we can align these activities with your needs in relation to pro bono and community service work are most welcome.


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The Winners Of Stuart Magazine's 'Best Of The Region' Contest, Voted By Readers
Discover our guide to the best food, drinks, things to do and more in Martin and St. Lucie counties as they were voted on by readers.
Duffy's Sports Grill
A sports bar might conjure thoughts of peanut shells on floors and cigarette ashes on counter tops. This is not the case at Duffy's Sports Grill, which opened its first Florida location in 1985 and has since expanded to 33 operations in the state. "The Treasure Coast was the first area that we expanded to outside of Palm Beach County," recalls Duffy's President Jason Emmett. "At the time, as a family owned company, this was a big leap for us." In 2003 the brand opened in Port St. Lucie, immediately followed by a Martin County location in historic downtown Stuart. And two years later, a Duffy's Stuart South made its debut. "After operating these locations for over 15 years, we feel particularly at home due to the loyal guests we've been fortunate to serve," Emmett says. Expect traditional bar foods, like wings and burgers, but mixed in with the unexpected—like gluten-free dishes, poke bowls and creative cocktails (try the Gummy Bear Martini or Coco Mojito).
Gallery 36
Lisa Renee Ludlum's Gallery 36 in the historical riverfront of downtown Stuart offers a relaxed atmosphere where browsers can enjoy wine while they shop. "The vision of Gallery 36 was created through the passion of photography, design and the arts, and the desire to share these treasures with the local community and beyond," says Ludlum, the gallery owner. Gallery 36 also offers wall design consultations and custom photo shoots.
Bathtub Reef Beach
With clear waters and soft sand, Bathtub Reef Beach is a favorite for visiting families and locals alike. The coral reef just offshore, which is home to hundreds of species of fish, is a favorite spot for snorkeling and scuba diving. The beach is named for the reef that creates a calm pool of water, like a bathtub, during low tide—ideal for little ones to splash and play in. Located on the south end of MacArthur Boulevard on the northern tip of Hutchinson Island, it's the perfect place for a beach day.
Sailfish Brewing Company
To offer the best pour in town, a brewery must know its customers. Through involvement with local organizations, charity events and community projects, Sailfish Brewing Company is deeply immersed in St. Lucie County. "It also helps that we make amazing beer," says general manager Taylor Welchel. The company opened in 2013 in the historic Edgartown neighborhood on the outskirts of Fort Pierce with just a 1.5-barrel brewhouse and two employees. Sailfish has since moved to downtown Fort Pierce and expanded to become a 20-barrel brewhouse with 20 employees. Worth noting is the "3 Barrel Series," which is used to provide an exclusive tap room selection.
Kyle G's Prime Seafood & Steaks
With bottomless mimosas and a bloody mary bar, Kyle G's Prime Seafood & Steaks takes Sunday brunch to a whole new level. "We wanted to provide an excellent, quality focused restaurant with an amazing view and friendly service," says Kyle G's President Kyle Green. Located in Jensen Beach, the beachfront restaurant also offers outdoor seating with a Tiki bar. "I grew up here. This is home," Green says. "Having a business here helps me to positively impact those around me, while simultaneously being able to do what I love."
Five Guys
With a cult-like following, Five Guys is known for making a delicious burger. In fact, they're so good they're fit for a president. Barack Obama famously visited Five Guys in Washington, D.C., in 2009. The restaurant started in the D.C. area in 1986 and has grown to 1,450 locations around the world. The fast-casual burger joint only uses fresh ground beef and doesn't have freezers in any locations.
Stuart Coffee Company
Owners Kevin and Donna Barnes were inspired by the pubs and cafés in Ireland they visited while traveling often to visit Kevin's family. Wanting to bring "a gathering place with great coffee from around the world, and a variety of great selections for breakfast and lunch," to downtown Stuart, the couple opened Stuart Coffee Company. At the shop on Flagler Avenue, guests can select roasts from Costa Rica to Kenya, or fill up on breakfast sandwiches, acai bowls or paninis. The location also plays host to art events, live music, game nights and other community gatherings.
Square Grouper's Bushwacker
Cooling down from the summer heat is easy at the Square Grouper Tiki Bar with a Bushwacker in hand. Enjoy the creamy cocktail with live music daily. Take to the dance floor, or kick back and enjoy stunning views of the riverwalk along the Fort Pierce Inlet.
Stuart Air Show
Capturing the imaginations of young and old alike, the Stuart Air Show brings the community together for its three-day signature event with exciting aerobatic acts, jet demonstrations, WWII displays and a historic battle reenactment. "Without the support of the local business and Martin County, we would not be able to bring such a thrilling event to life," says executive director Susan Cunnane. Celebrating its 29th anniversary, the show continues to entertain and educate on aviation while benefiting community charities.
Harbour Bay Florist
With more than 20 years invested in the community, Harbour Bay Florist has been a part of every stage of locals' lives supplying floral arrangements for birthdays, holidays and more. But on top of providing decorative blooms, the company also offers full-service event management through certified planners. With an inventory of invitations, linens and balloon décor, to relationships with photographers, videographers, bands, DJs and more, Harbour Bay Florist is a one-stop shop for life's milestones. "We are so honored to celebrate so many special events with so many residents of Martin and St. Lucie County," says owner Linda Oliver. "We think of our customers as family and enjoy celebrating with them."
PGA Golf Club
It's no wonder PGA Golf Club, the flagship property of the Professional Golfer's Association in Port St. Lucie, wins this category. The premier golfing destination offers excellent course conditions, superior service levels and competitive prices—with year-round summer conditions. PGA Golf Club offers one of the most complete golf experiences in the country with three varying layouts. "With all three courses on several national 'best of' lists and accolades recognizing our clubhouse dining options and instruction, PGA Golf Club is a must visit by individuals near and far," explains Adriana Vizcaya, the club's director of marketing.
"A" Vicious Cycle
Amanda Endres was on a mission when she incepted Port St. Lucie's "A" Vicious Cycle Inc. "The spinning program has changed my life in so many ways that I wanted to make it my mission to help change other people's lives like it has changed mine," she says. Throughout her efforts, she didn't just bring about change for her members, garnering AVC's win as best gym. Endres also started giving back to the community. Her first charitable endeavor was when she learned about a little boy in need of a heart transplant. "He was the same age as my son, and I felt compelled to help any way I could," she recalls. So she hosted a spinning event that raised nearly $3,000 in two hours. The gym has since hosted many fundraising efforts like "Spin For A Cure" and "Random Acts Of Spinning."
Vine & Barley Stuart
As owner Mark Carbone put it: "We are the 'Cheers' of the neighborhood." But, while Vine & Barley Stuart has its regulars, Carbone says he also sees new faces every day. "Our friendly and relaxed atmosphere encourages people to make new friends and acquaintances," he says. The local hangout fills a void in downtown Stuart where Carbone says he and his wife couldn't go out anywhere that wasn't a "smoky pool hall or sports bar." "One day my wife said to me, 'Why don't you stop complaining and do something about it?'" he recalls. "Which is exactly what we did." The bar on St. Lucie Avenue has been offering locals wine and craft beer with food and music for more than a decade now.
Eric Michaels Fine Jewelry
The recently relocated jeweler, which now calls the Treasure Coast Square Mall home, offers an unusual and varied collection of high-end designers and custom pieces alike in a casual atmosphere. Eric Michaels Fine Jewelry is a world filled with beautiful jewelry and gemstones, where "texture, appeal and color meet cutting-edge fashion and wearability," says owner Eric Paul. Shoppers can browse the inventory, create a masterpiece from its loose certified diamonds and stunning mountings, or utilize services like repairs, appraisals and pearl restringing.
The Sanctuary Spa at Tradition
Total tranquility can be found at The Sanctuary Spa at Tradition. With more than 50 specialty treatments and a variety of massages from deep tissue to Swedish, pamper yourself or a loved one with the ultimate spa experience.
O'Sole Mio
O'Sole Mio in downtown Stuart offers a perfectly curated inventory of men's and women's apparel from select brand names. "We understand the importance [of giving] the customer an overall wonderful, personal and friendly experience," says owner Kathleen Hagnauer-Giambalvo. The shop had its start as a tanning salon and bathing suit shop in 1994, which spiraled into a new identity when menswear was introduced due to customer demands. Before she knew it, Hagnauer-Giambalvo was selling her tanning beds and purchasing an inventory of men's button-ups.
Indian Riverside Park
Along the Indian River Lagoon, this 63-acre park is the premier family destination in Martin County with its abundance of amenities, venues and attractions. Indian Riverside Park has beautifully landscaped gardens and open grass fields, which are perfect for picnics. Afterward, enjoy a meal alfresco and take a stroll on the walking path, mangrove boardwalk or the 780-foot fishing pier. For special events, the park features pavilions and rental venues, including the two-story Frances Langford Dockside Pavilion, the Mansion at Tuckahoe and Historic Captain Henry Sewall House.
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza
When Anthony Bruno couldn't find a good pizza in Florida, he took matters into his own hands. Fifteen-plus years later with more than 60 pizza shops attached to his name across the U.S., Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza sure has grown from its first Fort Lauderdale location. He created a pizza with a signature "well done" taste and always fresh, never frozen, high-quality ingredients. Its menu features items all from the 800-degree coal fired oven, including chicken wings, homemade meatballs and sandwiches.
Harvest Table Restaurant & Bar
Harvest Table Restaurant & Bar is a go-to for those who strive to be healthy but refuse to give up dining out. The healthy hotspot serves elevated comfort food with a twist. "Our expert chefs with over 30 years [of] experience combined with vibrant services in a warm, inviting atmosphere are what the locals love about us," says chef/owner Jimmy Cunningham. The restaurant recently relocated to Hutchinson Island and offers double the space.
Terra Fermata
Terra Fermata offers a Florida-style nook with hand-selected craft beers, a tiki bar and performances every night. Hang in a hammock under twinkling lights with a cold drink or play a round of tiki toss, corn hole or giant Jenga. Located in the heart of downtown Stuart, the outdoor venue features live music that spans all genres from alternative, to zydeco, to folk, so no two nights are the same.
Walton Rocks Beach and Dog Park
Let your furry friend run free at St. Lucie County's only dog-friendly beach, Walton Rocks Beach and Dog Park. Popular with pups, the off-leash dog park has 24-acres of beach property available for dogs of all sizes to frolic in the sand, surf or catch Frisbees. Park amenities include restrooms, picnic tables and pavilions.
Stuart Sandbar
The shallow, clear water at the Stuart Sandbar is an ideal place to anchor a boat and spend the day with family and friends. Swim, relax and play a game in the water while enjoying the salt air and sunshine in the St. Lucie Inlet.
Sailor's Return
Expect a stellar restaurant experience with top-notch food, atmosphere and service with a trip to Sailor's Return. After retiring from decades in the restaurant industry, owners Bob and Tracy Davis decided to jump back in and created this one-of-a-kind spot. Overlooking the St. Lucie River and Sunset Bay Marina, the restaurant features a menu that appeals to a wide variety of tastes, spectacular views and live music seven days a week.
Stuart Beach
Stuart Beach is known for its dependable waves and windsurfs under the watch of a lifeguard, which is great for beginners. The pros can challenge themselves with choppy waters at this beach on the Atlantic coast of Hutchinson Island. Beachgoers can also enjoy the snack bar, volleyball and basketball courts, a canopy-covered playground and picnic areas. Plus, it's an easy walk to The Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center and the Elliott Museum.
Monkee's of Stuart
Women of all ages will find fitting fashions at Monkee's of Stuart. Owner Natalia Meredith first ran into the brand where it's headquartered in North Carolina. "I had no idea they were a part of a franchise because they are operated like any other small, locally owned boutique," she recalls. "After further investigation into the company, I was thrilled to open the first Florida location." The Stuart native and her mother do all of the buying for the store, curating a selection of clothing they know their regulars will love. "Our goal is making sure the customer leaves the store feeling and looking her best," Meredith says. "We have the sweetest customers and have formed great friendships with many of them."


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Making it hard to repay TARP money
Strong banks will be allowed to repay bail-out funds they received from the US government but only if such a move passes a test to determine whether it is in the national economic interest, a senior administration official has told the Financial Times. . . . .
The official, meanwhile, said banks that had plenty of capital and had demonstrated an ability to raise fresh capital from the market should in principle be able to repay government funds. But the judgment would be made in the context of the wider economic interest. He said the government had three basic tests. It needed first to "make sure the system is stable". Second, to not create "incentives for more deleveraging which would deepen the recession". Third, to make sure the system had enough capital to "provide credit to support the recovery". . . . .
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Per Jeff Wells at www.hollywood-elsewhere.com Lou Lumenick has now had to take down the "Lincoln" is boring!" tweet! Uh oh! And Jeff linked to it, but I can't find it anywhere!
Jeff has advertising from Dreamworks. I, you may notice, have absolutely no ads, whatsoever. I've heard nothing. But no ads=not important enough to bother with.
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The phrase master sauce conjures up images of a chef huddled over the kitchen stove, experimenting with endless combinations of spices and seasonings, in an effort to come up with the perfect blend.
Actually, master sauce is the term used for the soy sauce-based liquid used to make Chinese Soy Sauce Chicken. Braising food in soy sauce (also called "red-cooking") is a cooking technique found in Shanghai and the surrounding provinces in Eastern China. Many families have their own special master sauce recipe, handed down through the generations, the recipe as carefully guarded as the precise combination of spices that season the batter in Kentucky Fried Chicken. For this reason, master sauce is also called "Thousand-year Sauce."
Ingredients and Usage
What ingredients typically make-up a master sauce? Licorice-flavored star anise, pungent Szechuan peppercorn, and sweet rock sugar (granulated or brown sugar can be substituted) are a few of the seasonings that are commonly added to the soy sauce base. Chicken cooked in this manner is very moist and tender, practically falling off the bone. A small amount of the braising liquid can be reheated and served as a sauce over the cooked chicken if desired. The remainder can be frozen and re-used several times; just add more soy sauce and/or spices as needed. Over time, the sauce becomes even richer, with a fuller flavor.
Recipes Using Master Sauce
- Cold Cooked Chicken. A family favorite from a reader, with dark soy sauce, star anise and ginger, garnished with scallions and Asian sesame seed oil.
- Spicy Soy Sauce Chicken. With Szechuan peppercorn and a cinnamon stick.
Feel free to follow the recipes as written or to experiment, adding or substituting ingredients, to come up with your own master sauce.