But was it really? The privately funded regional planning poll found overwhelming support for the state's proposed coastal plan, with 93 percent of participants backing increased funding and expedited implementation. The statistic, while abnormally high for any sketch of public opinion, was hardly surprising. More than half of the responses used to compile the survey came from residents in Louisiana's 19-parish coastal zone.
Respondents also answered questions about land use, economic development and transportation. More than 23,000 people submitted responses using the Internet, mail delivery and phone surveys. Louisiana Public Broadcasting aired an hour-long documentary on the process some 50 times over the past three months. Numerous editorials urged participation, and newspaper inserts were widely circulated.
More than 200 polling stations were established for the massive effort, and the Louisiana Speaks campaign produced more responses than any similar effort in the United States ' Utah recently netted 17,500 participants for its survey. A team of national experts and local planners are now using this data, along with previous resident input, to create a master plan for recovery in south Louisiana over the next 50 years. Despite the lofty goal, officials insist it'll be ready to hit the street sometime in May.
Putting the plan on paper is only one of several steps that must be taken. A new state agency needs to be created to make sure the plan is implemented properly, and the Legislature will be asked to pass a controversial package of bills dealing with insurance and land rights in the upcoming regular session that kicks off April 30. Parochial politics will likely play a role in the creation of the new agency, as responses from north Louisiana were few and far between. Additionally, there may be more inquiries about the poll itself in coming months; some already question its vaguely worded inquiries and its methodology.
Andy Kopplin, executive director of the Louisiana Recovery Authority, the lead government group on the project, says priorities for the northern part of state will be folded into the new planning agency if it's approved by the Legislature this spring. Although significantly under-represented in the polling process, north Louisiana will not feel isolated, he says.
Lawmakers from the region might think differently during the coming debates. No figures were offered regarding the cost of the new agency, which would be placed in the Division of Administration.
The call for another agency in post-Katrina Louisiana might be seen as one more layer of bureaucracy. Already on the books are the Louisiana Recovery Authority, which Gov. Kathleen Blanco created to lead recovery efforts; the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority, which lords over all things coastal and flood-related; the Road Home, which distributes federal housing money; two consolidated levee districts in southeast Louisiana; a board to oversee new building code regulations; and now Louisiana Speaks, or whatever agency name is eventually assigned.
All of these groups will surely collaborate with the Louisiana Speaks process, as will the Legislature and public. Everything from light rail transportation to natural habitats will be up for discussion. Kopplin says the goal is to make sure everything falls under one umbrella, admittedly a daunting task. Public money also may pose a challenge. So far, $10 million has been raised through private foundations and donors, with $4.4 million being sunk into Louisiana Speaks. The state coffers will eventually have to tilt. "The coordination has to take place on a mammoth scale," Kopplin says.
LRA board member Sean Reilly said the poll's findings also will be used to push for policy changes in the areas of coastal mitigation, insurance and community revitalizations. The consensuses reached in the survey can and will be leveraged, he says. The LRA might even take stances on controversial topics, such as abolishing the Insurance Rating Commission. The most heated debates could end up being over land rights, although Reilly wouldn't tip his hand to reveal any specifics. Still, it's clear the LRA will be a player in the upcoming session. "We plan on having a legislative package to help the Louisiana Speaks plan," Reilly says.
The poll reports that 88 percent of local residents want to consider new options for risk management in unprotected flood-prone areas, with only 11 percent holding a preference for emphasizing individual property rights over community risk. That means Louisiana is ready to deal with the tough issues, says Donna Fraiche, chair of the LRA's community planning task force. Of course, the Louisiana Land Owners Association and other Capitol heavyweights might have something to say about it when political realities come home to roost. "[The poll participants] want more housing choices, more transit options, and they are willing to consider policies, limitations and regulatory changes that will help us collectively reduce risk and create safer communities," Fraiche says.
The big winner in the poll was inarguably the coast. Near-unanimous support from respondents was given to the "importance of funding and implementation of the state's proposed coastal plan." When approximately 58 percent of the participants live in a coastal parish, such a response isn't a shocker. One would think the past five years of overwhelming support for constitutional amendments would have been enough of a referendum to chalk the issue up as a priority. The "huge mandate" in this area identified by Rather and others might not be as colossal as first thought, especially since participants were not asked to view a specific coastal plan, nor were they told anything about the plan that is in the works.
Yes, the state is still developing its master plan for coastal restoration, hurricane protection and levee management. The finite details ' funding, federal cooperation, subsidence and land-use policies ' have become sticking points, and the public is far from seeing a final draft. The coastal plan the state has now, which includes dozens of marsh restoration projects, levee alignments and floodgates, is estimated to cost tens of billions of dollars over the next several decades. Before the plan can be implemented by Congress, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers must present its own plan for Louisiana. The Corps' plan is months behind schedule. It's possible the Corps could ignore Louisiana's plan entirely, but state officials hope the Corps will at least include it as an appendix to its own plan.
At least one ballot for the Louisiana Speaks poll was received from every parish and 32 other states. While the coastal issue dominates because of the large number of respondents living in coastal communities, gender and racial breakdowns track traditional population distributions ' with one exception. The 8 percent response in the Lafayette area was significantly lower than expected. The racial breakdown was "great," Rather says, but there is a lingering doubt raised by one telling statistic: 53 percent of respondents used the Internet to complete the survey. That suggests income diversity among respondents might not reflect the state's diverse population; Internet access isn't usually a readily available tool to lower-income families.
While computers used at polling stations could account for that, the poll reports that 61 percent of respondents did not indicate an income level at all. There's no way to tell how accurately the study represented the poor population ' the largest income sector devastated by Katrina. This fact alone could have legislative ramifications. Reporting income is a common problem in market research and political surveys, and the income results in the Louisiana Speaks poll are "unusable due to the low number of participants," according to the poll's summary of findings.
The men (35 percent) versus women (41 percent) ratio was also larger than Louisiana's traditional gender gap, which has women leading men by roughly three percentage points in the most recent U.S. Census count. Rather says many of the women respondents passed over issues, such as commercial fishing and recreational hunting. Whether sections were skipped due to the broad wording of some questions ' "What is the right mix of property rights and community risk?" ' or because of other factors was not addressed at last week's news conference.
On the issue of economic development, 59 percent pegged "attracting and retaining companies" as a top priority, with expanding job skills and vocational education four points behind at 55 percent. Expanding trade and shipping garnered 23 percent, and fostering knowledge-based businesses, at 29 percent, both fell to the bottom of the pile. Economists and development types consider the areas to be ripe for growth, but the buzz hasn't caught on. "The economic development folks will probably be disappointed with that one," Rather says. "But it indicates that people want to stop the bleeding that's going on in the economy before heading out in new directions."
The entire Louisiana Speaks effort is privately funded, so there is no clamor at this point for public accountability. That will come soon enough, when the Legislature convenes. For now, Louisiana Speaks is relying on its champions ' prestigious donors, good government groups and businessmen ' to do the heavy lifting. The champion list contains pages of names, a virtual who's who, including Lee Griffin, former chairman and CEO of Bank One in Baton Rouge. Griffin promises the lobbying will be tough, the plan will be implemented and the poll will stand up to any and all scrutiny. The champions won't have it any other way. "We're serious. We're going to be getting in people's faces," he says.
Complete survey results are available online at www.louisianaspeaks.org.
The Lafayette City-Parish Council is expected to decide tonight (Tuesday) whether to go along with a proposal City-Parish President Joey Durel made in February’s State of the Parish Address and consolidate taxes for mosquito control and the parish health units into a broader tax program that would also cover animal control.
Jeff Gremillion delivers a touching eulogy, captures the essence of his longtime friend.
U.S. District Judge Richard Haik has dismissed Greg Davis’ lawsuit against the LPSB, yet in his ruling, the federal judge doesn’t bite his tongue in pointing out the "threat" being posed by certain board members.
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Of all the political offices being contested throughout Lafayette Parish, the race for Broussard’s top police post has literally become one of the most heated.
A state district judge is deciding whether to issue an injunction against the enforcement of a last-minute retirement hike that lawmakers gave to the state police superintendent.
A new website is up for Louisiana's state government employees and retirees to choose their health insurance plans for next year, a choice they must make by October.
Radisson dumps NFL sponsorship over abuse; troops sent to fight Ebola; bomber kills troops and more national and international news for Tuesday, September 16, 2014.
Tuesday's Blogs from the Bog!
That fact that New Orleans led both games in the final 10 seconds of regulation, and lost each by a field goal or less, is of little solace.
The superintendent will make another go at getting a budget passed for the already commenced fiscal year as the LPSB is slated to meet tonight on the eve of the state’s budget adoption deadline.
A person familiar with the situation says New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram has a broken hand.
It seeks an investigation into a $100,000 fund transfer from Vitter's federal campaign account to an independent PAC supporting Vitter's 2015 candidacy for governor.
Landrieu has acknowledged that she improperly billed her Senate office for nearly $43,000 in charter costs that should have been paid from her campaign account.
In this letter to the editor, LaPESC chairman Stephen Bartley looks to the Nov. 4 elections as Lafayette's best chance to rally around a 'Common Vision' for our public education system.
Three bedroom Rayne traditional or two bedroom cottage on the Teche
House District 45 Rep. Joel Robideaux is term-limited and running for city-parish president next year, leaving his seat up for grabs come 2015 and at least three likely contenders so far, including ...
The romper gets all dressed up
Acadiana's nightlife guide.
Authorities said that a Chevron Corp. subsidiary was still releasing natural gas Sunday from a pipeline off the Louisiana coast where a Saturday incident killed a maintenance worker.
When the Browns explained their plans to Brian Hoyer about bringing rookie Johnny Manziel into the game, Cleveland's starting quarterback bit his lip and devised one of his own.
National debate over solitary confinement puts spotlight on Angola inmate’s 35 years in ‘the hole’
Meet the WWMB Class of 2014, extraordinary women guiding our exceptional community
Software development center represents third such project in Hub City this year.
Elizabeth Abdalla and Abform are poised for a new era of growth.
Lafayette’s most highly regarded attorneys were honored by their own at the Hall of Fame Banquet sponsored by the Lafayette Bar Association.
Collaboration and relationships give you the help you want — and the help you need.
A look at recent promotions, hirings and recognitions from Acadiana's business community.


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Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green’s Wedded Bliss
As all of our Celebstalker’s already know, Megan Fox and longtime beau, David Austin Green, were married last month at a super secret ceremony in Hawaii at the Four Seasons Hualalai.
Well, Celebstalk recently stumbled across some of the photos that the newlyweds decided to share with their fans from their special day. Shown above with Brian’s son, Kassius, the couple exchange vows.
The 24 year old bride looked amazing in Armani.
Brian and Kassius walk along the beach on the big day sharing a father-son moment.
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Today's installment of campaign-related news items that won't necessarily generate a post of their own, but may be of interest to political observers:
* There's likely to be a large field of candidates hoping to succeed Sen. Barbara Boxer (D) in California, and at this early stage, all eyes appear to be focused on Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) and Attorney General Kamala Harris (D).
* Also keep an eye on billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, who has reportedly expressed an interest in the campaign.
* Among the notable Californians who indicated yesterday they won't be running for the Senate is Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti (D), Rep. Darrell Issa (R), former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R), and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice (R).
* Just when it looked the Ames Straw Poll would finally fade away, the Republican Party of Iowa is apparently poised to rescue it from cancellation. The event for Republican presidential candidates will likely be held this August, which makes it that much more likely that competitors will launch their bids soon.
* According to Gallup, the number of Americans who self-identify as "liberal" has reached a 22-year high.
* Right-wing neurosurgeon and likely presidential candidate Ben Carson apologized yesterday for the plagiarism in his 2012 book.
* Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee (R), who appears to be taking steps towards a second presidential campaign, is still "sending out emails with really questionable ads."
* Don't be too surprised if Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) gives up his Senate seat next year to run for the job he used to have and love: governor of West Virginia.
* And both parties are already looking at Pennsylvania's 8th congressional district as one of next year's most competitive, with Rep. Michael Fitzpatrick (R) stepping down thanks to self-imposed term limits. State Rep. Steve Santarsiero (D) yesterday filed the paperwork to launch his campaign.

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With injuries to both Julio Jones and Roddy White in 2013, Harry Douglas had a career year. He more than doubled his prior receiving yard record of 498 yards by putting up 1,067 receiving yards, and doubled his prior touchdown record by scoring two touchdowns.
Yet, his four-year, $12.5 million contract signed in 2012 could keep him out of Atlanta in 2014. While Atlanta is expected to rely more on three wide receiver sets, Douglas takes up a sizable chunk of cap space for a third wideout.
According to Over The Cap, Douglas is set to count nearly $3.7 million against the 2014 cap. While that number is not huge, the Falcons will be dedicating some money to extending our other wide receivers and Douglas is likely to be relegated far less than his record 1000+ yard season. How much cap space will the Falcons realistically dedicate toward their wide receivers?
The Falcons could save nearly $1.9 million in cap space by cutting the veteran wide receiver. Our very own James Rael had this to say in January.
Justifiable criticism aside, Douglas has a good attitude. He may never be the player we'd like him to be; it's time we accept that. That said, his DVOA in 2013 was 3.6 percent (35th in the league). He was above average. He didn't make our pets' heads fall off.
I think at this point in his career, Douglas is who he will be. He is no longer developing or getting over his 2009 ACL tear. I wonder if Douglas will be able to produce at a level high enough to warrant his 2014 cap space.
What are your thoughts? Do you want Douglas in Atlanta for 2014? Should a young, unproven player be given a shot? Or should the Falcons wait and see what veteran wide receivers end up getting cut after preseason?

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The Irish name for Carsonstown is Baile na gCasán
Carsonstown is on Logainm.ie: Carsonstown.
It is located at 54° 27' 30" N, 5° 47' 52" W.
Carsonstown has an area of:
Nationwide, it is the 2228th largest townland that we know about
Within Co. Down, it is the 77th largest townland
Carsonstown borders the following other townlands:
Curious to see who lived in Carsonstown in the past? Maybe even seeing scans of their handwritten census returns?
Carsonstown was added to OpenStreetMap on 6 Mar 2015 by Stephen_Co_Antrim.

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Second, we realized that with each passing once-in-a-hundred-year storm and the increasing frequency of extended power outages from an aging utility infrastructure, there is growing awareness of the effects of climate change and utility grid vulnerability to both natural and man-made disasters. More and more, people and industry understand the importance of carbon reduction and the critical value of energy resilience and security. But they require complete and comprehensive solutions, not individual services or one specific green technology.
With our significant experience in grid-tied and battery-based renewable energy systems, our expertise in new energy storage technologies, and our focus on emerging technologies in DC power and efficiency systems, we offer our Microgrid Consulting Services for clients who require solutions for energy resilience, and zero-net energy goals.
Since our inception, Acuity Power Group’s base of clients has grown significantly and our large number of successfully completed projects continues to expand. Our engineers are well equipped to meet our clients’ challenges with a very high quality of service and professionalism that is at the core of our organization’s culture. We work collaboratively with our clients, helping to them find answers and real solutions to their sustainable energy needs.
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Obama’s critics may prove right that the mandate doesn’t pass constitutional muster — and he might secretly think so, too — but that doesn’t mean he can’t spot a classic bait-and-switch when he sees one. In 2008, he criticized the individual mandate proposed by then-Sen. Hillary Clinton, saying that “If a mandate was the solution, we could try that to solve homelessness by mandating everybody buy a house.” He never called it unconstitutional, but this wasn’t originally his idea, and now he’s stuck defending it.
The mandate was a Republican plan — that they orphaned as soon as Obama endorsed it. So now he’s putting the “Pottery Barn” rule into effect: if the Supreme Court justices break the Affordable Care Act, then as far as the president’s concerned, they’ve bought it.
No matter what Obama does — burying Muammar Qaddafi, resurrecting Chevrolet, cutting payroll taxes or taking Mitt Romney‘s Massachusetts health plan nationwide — he catches flak for it. At this point he probably figures that if he’s going to get hit either way, he might as well come out swinging.
And in terms of playing nice with the other branches of government, Team Obama is signaling that three years in, they’ve caught on to how rough the game is, and that if they have to, that’s how they’ll play it, too. On Tuesday, an indignant Judge Jerry Smith of the 5th U.S. Circuit fired off a demand that Obama explain his comments. On Thursday, Attorney General Eric Holder shot back a response, defending the executive’s right to bark at the judiciary and concluding bluntly that “the president’s remarks were fully consistent” with past precedent.
End of discussion.
By Friday, Professor Tribe had gone from reprimanding Obama to ripping Judge Smith for his “thinly concealed insult to the president.” And though there was a time — before “Where’s the birth certificate?” and “You lie!” — when Obama might have smoothed the whole thing over with a “beer summit,” that time has come and gone. These days, the president isn’t so quick to pull his punches.
He’s going rogue — and folks should probably get used to it.
David Swerdlick is a contributing editor to The Root. Follow him on Twitter.


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Rawhide rattle with wooden handle. Approximately 18” long.
These intriguing rugs are strongly representative of the Navajo culture. Woven in a particular design using only certain colors and unusual weaving techniques.
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Kokapelli shaped gourd painted and decorated by CPN artist Sharon Catledge.
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The new home of the Christian Metal Realm!!! Welcome home friends and family!
Group of friends that have been chatting via message boards for years.
Equestria has been invaded. The sisters have vanished, their warriors defeated, their heroes scattered, and the Griffons have claimed Canterlot and lordship over Equestria.
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Free forum : A group of friends who met because of becoming fans of CT.
Where nerds go when the lights go out. An all purpose forum meant for the usage of my friends.
Still don't want to let Harry Potter and friends go? Want to talk about it or share or creativity because you can't let your love die? Then come and join us here at the forums and let your love go!
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Wow Sanctum is a friendly World of Warcraft discussion community where our main aim is to help each other and make friends we also have many guides for those who are stuck.

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Having heard from professionals linking animal consumption to cancer and heart disease, and also heard from cancer survivors adopting vegan diets and lifestyles, you may be questioning whether our bodies are designed to eat animal products.
Traits Of Humans Versus Carnivores
The following video looks at traits of humans vs carnivores, at tongues, births, mammary glands, sleep, perspiration, drinking, jaw movements, dental formula, claws, PH diet, intestinal length, tolerance for fat, microbial tolerance, natural appetite and uricase(an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of uric acid to allantoin).
“Our anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and psychology all indicate that we are not carnivores.”
– Dr. Douglas graham
Health Impact Of Humans Behaving as Carnivores
Dr Michael Klaper explains why eating meat is not natural for humans. In this presentation, he links diet to human disease, giving the viewer an insight into atherosclerosis, with his experience overlooking the surgery on the everyday human victims of animal consumption.
“The human body has absolutely no nutritional requirements for animal flesh”
– Dr Michael Klaper
Are humans carnivores? Are we meant to eat meat?
This video is an in-depth, well researched presentation of many more herbivore vs carnivore traits by Dr Milton Mills, specialising in nutritional research & the role nutrition plays in the development of chronic diseases.
More videos on human physiology below.
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Jun 24, 2014, 8:29 PM EDT
In his first season as an NHL head coach, Colorado Avalanche head coach Patrick Roy won the 2014 Jack Adams Award.
First-year coaches have actually enjoyed nice immediate successes, although that’s often come in deep playoff runs rather than in bringing home the Jack Adams. Bruce Boudreau was the most recent first-year coach to pull off this feat before Roy, as he did so in his fantastic debut with the Washington Capitals in 2008.
Roy took an Avalanche team many expected to miss the playoffs once again to a Central Division victory and the second most standings points in the Western Conference. Overall, Colorado’s 112 points only trailed Boston and Anaheim, as the Avs finished 52-22-8.
Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper is also very new to the job, as this was his first full season with the Bolts. He joined far-from-new Detroit Red Wings bench boss Mike Babcock as the other finals for the Jack Adams.
Here are the full voting results:
1. Patrick Roy, COL 399 (68-19-2)
2. Mike Babcock, DET 163 (11-31-15)
3. Jon Cooper, TB 136 (5-29-24)
4. Claude Julien, BOS 68 (6-8-14)
5. Bruce Boudreau, ANA 24 (1-4-7)
6. Craig Berube, PHI 23 (1-4-6)
7. Ken Hitchcock, STL 14 (2-0-4)
8. Todd Richards, CBJ 6 (0-0-6)
9. Joel Quenneville, CHI 5 (1-0-0)
10. Lindy Ruff, DAL 5 (0-0-5)
11. Dan Bylsma, PIT 4 (0-0-4)
Todd McLellan, SJ 4 (0-0-4)
13. Mike Yeo, MIN 2 (0-0-2)
14. Michel Therrien, MTL 1 (0-0-1)
Barry Trotz, NSH 1 (0-0-1)
Check out the Jack Adams winners and second-place finishers since 1990:
Year Winner Runner-up
2014 Patrick Roy, Col. Mike Babcock, Det.
2013 Paul MacLean, Ott. Joel Quenneville, Chi.
2012 Ken Hitchcock, St.L. John Tortorella, NYR
2011 Dan Bylsma, Pit. Alain Vigneault, Van.
2010 Dave Tippett, Phx. Barry Trotz, Nsh.
2009 Claude Julien, Bos. Andy Murray, St.L
2008 Bruce Boudreau, Wsh. Guy Carbonneau, Mtl.
2007 Alain Vigneault, Van. Lindy Ruff, Buf.
2006 Lindy Ruff, Buf. Peter Laviolette, Car.
2004 John Tortorella, T.B. Ron Wilson, S.J.
2003 Jacques Lemaire, Min. John Tortorella, T.B.
2002 Bob Francis, Phx. Brian Sutter, Chi.
2001 Bill Barber, Phi. Scotty Bowman, Det.
2000 Joel Quenneville, St.L Alain Vigneault, Mtl.
1999 Jacques Martin, Ott. Pat Quinn, Tor.
1998 Pat Burns, Bos. Larry Robinson, L.A
1997 Ted Nolan, Buf. Ken Hitchcock, Dal.
1996 Scott Bowman, Det. Doug MacLean, Fla.
1995 Marc Crawford, Que. Scott Bowman, Det.
1994 Jacques Lemaire, N.J. Kevin Constantine, S.J.
1993 Pat Burns, Tor. Brian Sutter, Bos.
1992 Pat Quinn, Van. Roger Neilson, NYR
1991 Brian Sutter, St.L Tom Webster, L.A.
1990 Bob Murdoch, Wpg. Mike Milbury, Bos.
Aug 22, 2014, 5:44 PM EDT
“We’re waiting for somebody now to step forward and take charge of this team.”
Aug 22, 2014, 4:22 PM EDT
Despite missing 11 games, he set many career-high numbers.
Aug 22, 2014, 3:01 PM EDT
Spent the summer relocating his family to the Manitoba capital.
Aug 22, 2014, 2:05 PM EDT
Speculation on MLSE President & CEO’s next move.
Aug 22, 2014, 1:32 PM EDT
Disappointed with demotion last season, 20-year-old will get another shot in September.
Aug 22, 2014, 12:14 PM EDT
Has to get his team on the winning track.
Aug 22, 2014, 11:15 AM EDT
Helps friend raise awareness at charity event.
Aug 22, 2014, 10:30 AM EDT
Excess of defensemen has GM Peter Chiarelli in a bind.
Aug 22, 2014, 10:05 AM EDT
At 23 years old, he’s one of the best players in the NHL.
Aug 22, 2014, 9:00 AM EDT
He’s the last free agent for the Avs to re-sign.
Aug 22, 2014, 8:00 AM EDT
They came back to the pack hard last season.
Aug 21, 2014, 11:00 PM EDT
He’ll have a battle to make the NHL next season.
Aug 21, 2014, 10:00 PM EDT
He died in the plane crash that killed the Lokomotiv Yaroslavl team in 2011.
Aug 21, 2014, 9:00 PM EDT
The NHL changed the process for the Draft Lottery on Wednesday.
Aug 21, 2014, 7:33 PM EDT
We know it’s not surprising, but just go along with it.
Aug 21, 2014, 6:24 PM EDT
A Stanley Cup and a Conn Smythe in separate years is a nice legacy.
Aug 21, 2014, 5:15 PM EDT
No one scored more Pens goals than he did the past three seasons.
Aug 21, 2014, 4:08 PM EDT
Call it an audition if you want.
Aug 21, 2014, 2:39 PM EDT
“He has instructed me to do all I can to facilitate a return to the Twin Cities.”
Aug 21, 2014, 2:04 PM EDT
He was quite good.
- Report: Leiweke to head up Olympic bid in Los Angeles 7
- In praise of John Tavares 14
- It’s New York Islanders Day at PHT 21
- McDavid on teams possibly tanking for him: ‘It’s pretty crazy’ 18
- Fanspeak: Lemieux (stunner!) voted greatest Penguin in franchise history 39
- Under Pressure: Mike Johnston 17
- It’s Pittsburgh Penguins Day at PHT 33
- Captain no more: Sharks strip Thornton of ‘C’ 47
- Tank defense: NHL changes up Draft Lottery format 55
- Fanspeak: Clarke voted greatest Flyer in franchise history 36


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Breeding geese for meat is a pretty promising biness idea. Goose is a voracious bird with good meat gains. In just 2.5 months, the live weight of the goose is 4-4.5 kg. and is ready for slaughter if it is grown by intensive feeding technology (without additives and chemistry). To achieve such high rates of growth, you should also select a large breed of gander. The output of meat from a goose reaches 63% without taking into account edible offal. The diet of these birds includes a significant part of the most affordable feed – greens (and any) and root crops. Such a diet significantly increases the profitability of the geese breeding business. Continue reading
The production of the chain-link netting is the easiest business for home use. This business idea requires a small investment of funds. It is possible to organize profitable production of a grid of the chain-link in house conditions by means of the equipment made by own hands (drawings are described below). Over time, you can buy ready-made automatic machines. Production technology is one of the simplest. Start your own production in three steps:
Using the machine, weave a roll of the chain-link.
Sell the product at market value. Continue reading
Your attention is invited to the business of breeding rabbits. The concept of breeding rabbits is quite obvious. Great consumer interest in rabbit meat is of interest to the producer, who begins industrial breeding of rabbits at the heart of business organization. Judge for yourself. Rabbit meat is the most useful meat in the world. It has been proven that not a single meat on the planet contains, how much protein, how much rabbit meat, not a single meat contains so little cholesterol and fat like a rabbit. Continue reading

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The Echo® Mobile Trailer Brake Controller is truly a brake controller for the modern age. It plugs into your vehicle and wirelessly connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth with a customisable app for Apple or Android phones which stores multiple vehicle-trailer profiles, allowing you to control and monitor all trailer brake activity right from your own device. It also sends you status updates and allows you to receive incoming calls while the app is running.
The Echo® Mobile Trailer Brake Controller is a portable design with Zero-tool, plug-and-play install between vehicle-trailer connectors that can easily switch between vehicle-trailer combinations with a durable, weather-resistant construction.
It features automatic calibration to help eliminate setup requirements. Motion-sensing accelerometer for highly responsive smooth stops and compatible with low-volt, PWM, ABS, cruise control and electric over hydraulic and built-in reverse-polarity and short-circuit protection.
- Power Pin 11 - Jayco Compatible
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- Not compatible, but will not interfere, with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto


Campaign group 38 Degrees has announced the appointment of artistic event-making and placemaking agency Produce UK to help support their plans to engage with members and the public this July.
The 38 Degrees campaigning organisation and charity the Campaign for National Parks will launch their celebration of the nation’s best wild spaces, by working with Produce UK to host free organised walks and natural art workshops in every National Park across England, Wales and Scotland. This year’s festivities mark a significant milestone for the Campaign for National Parks as it celebrates its 80th anniversary, as well as marking a special partnership between the two organisations that has seen greater levels of protection for our National Parks over recent years.
Produce UK will be curating and producing each of the 15 ‘Inspired by Nature’ walks, taking place in each of the National Parks. They have commissioned landscape fine artist Sarah Gillespie and land artist Richard Shilling who will be curating Natural Art Workshops, hosted by local artists in each region. Both Gillespie and Shilling have credited National Parks and their wild, natural environments as inspiration for their work. Produce UK has created filmed interviews with the two artists explaining their affinity with, and support for, National Parks which can be watched online.
At f the Natural Art Workshops, participants will explore their immediate environment, open their senses, collect abundant natural materials, and create a unique piece of artwork. The workshop aims to foster a deep appreciation of nature and our National Parks.
Catherine Borowski, MD and creative director at Produce UK said:“We are absolutely delighted to have been given the opportunity to work with 38 Degrees. It is an organisation that our whole business is passionate about and we’re excited to be able to support their members to help raise even more awareness of their campaigns this year.”


Here below you find the most read articles on CompetitionFeed over the last week.
Thyssenkrupp has said it expects its proposed steel merger with Tata Steel to be blocked by the European Commission over competition concerns. Read More.
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The European Union plans to launch a formal probe into Apple's App Store after Spotify accused the Californian tech giant of "tilting the playing field to disadvantage competitors," according to the Financial Times. Read More.
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On May 1, the Federal Trade Commission registered for the International Competition Network’s Framework for Competition Agency Procedures (CAP), making it a founding member of the ICN’s most recent initiative to promote fair and informed competition enforcement procedures around the world. Read More.
In 2014, Benedict Evans, a venture capitalist at Andreessen Horowitz, wrote “Why Amazon Has No Profits (And Why It Works),” a blog post in which he tried to explain Amazon’s business model. Read More.
BEWARE THE UNFAIR USE OF BEHAVIORAL INSIGHTS BY ANTITRUST AGENCIES (A STORY OF GOOGLE AND THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION)
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Serdar Dalkir and Frederick Warren-Boulton
On September 4, 1996, the two largest office superstore chains in the United States, Office Depot and Staples, announced their agreement to merge. Seven months later, the Federal Trade Commission voted 4 to 1 to oppose the merger on the grounds that it was likely to harm competition and lead to higher prices in “the market for the sale of consumable office supplies sold through office superstores.” Read More.
Miguel de la Mano Jorge Padilla
In this paper we explore the likely implications of the entry of Big Tech platforms into retail banking and the appropriate response of regulators and policy makers to this new industry development. Read More.
Tommy Staahl Gabrielsen, Bjørn Olav Johansen and Teis Lunde Lømo
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"Vans is honored to showcase the intricate artistry of the Huichol culture with the Vault by Vans x Huichol capsule. Proud to share the rare art form with the rest of the world, Vans partnered with the Huichol tribe to create beautiful, handcrafted renditions of the Classic Slip-On LX and Sk8-Hi LX in limited quantities.
In Mexico's incredible wealth of indigenous history, the Huichol have their place as a native people that have survived Franciscan mission and Spanish colonialism and retained their language and customs throughout the centuries. In the mountainous regions of Jalisco and Nayarit they continue to live much as they have, largely isolated from and sometimes mingling with modern life. Known for their yarn painting and objects decorated with beads, Huichol art is an intricate craft blending embroidery, beading and color into inimitable pieces. In a prolific Vault collaboration, Vans celebrates Huichol tradition with a Classic Slip-On LX and Sk8-Hi LX donning the vibrant hues of a vibrant culture.
The Vault by Vans x Huichol capsule blends Vans’ design heritage with the complex craftsmanship of the Huichol tribe. Focusing on two Classics silhouettes, the Huichol tribe detailed Vans’ iconic lace-free and high-top forms with handmade embellishments, creating elaborately embroidered and beaded footwear pieces over a 10-month process."
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Warner Bros. hasn’t had a lot of success in getting Superman solo movies to work, but there will be a next Superman movie. It’s inevitable because despite all those past financial failures with the character, Superman is still the most popular superhero in the world.
A recent poll conducted by the organization One Poll even ranked him ahead of Marvel’s hugely popular superheroes. Their data has Americans ranking Superman as their favorite superhero, ahead of Spider-Man at number two and Batman at number three. Captain America and Iron Man rounded out the top five and numbers four and five respectively.
The interest is there, if only Warner Bros can make the next Superman movie a great movie. With their larger Justice League universe at stake, they aren’t going to give up trying. Here’s what Warner Bros. and DC Comics are planning for the next Superman movie…
The People Making The Next Superman Movie
Star Wars director JJ Abrams recently signed a huge development deal with Warner Bros. and insiders claimed that part of the deal would have him directing the next Superman movie. Abrams has a long history with Superman, having written a Superman script which was never used, way back in 2004.
We’ve heard a lot of conflicting reports about whether Abrams is indeed making the next Superman movie. But the latest is from John Campea, a reliable old school movie blogger turned YouTuber, who says that he’s heard Abrams is indeed making a Superman movie. What’s more, his source tell him that the plan is for Henry Cavill to return and play JJ Abrams’ Clark Kent. Then Campea added this caveat “or at least it’s in the realm of possibility.”
The Next Superman Actor
Though Warner Bros. recently signed a deal with Henry Cavill to have him return as Superman, that deal was apparently only for cameos in other superhero’s movies. It was not a deal to have him do a sequel to Man of Steel. Instead, for the next Superman movie Warner Bros. is likely recasting and the latest word is that they want their next Last Son of Krypton to be black.
Apparently both likely next Superman movie director JJ Abrams and Warner Bros. Pictures studio heads want to make Superman a black man. Both camps have different people in mind though. WB is reportedly pushing to give Michael B. Jordan the part while Abrams wants British Star Wars actor turned protest marcher John Boyega.
Adding fuel to the idea that Henry Cavill’s time as Superman is over, Amy Adams recently spoke about where things are at. Adams played Lois Lane in Man of Steel and when asked if she thought she’d play the character again in the next Superman movie Adams said, “I think the studio is moving in a different direction, from my understanding.”
Superman won’t be on screen in a solo movie without Lois Lane, and if they do recast Lois Lane then it’s safe to assume they’re also recasting Superman. Here’s hoping they continue to reconsider and bring Cavill back.
- If you want Henry Cavill in the next Superman movie click here to let Warner Bros. know!
The Next Lois Lane
Warner Bros. is currently re-evaluating everything about Superman, in particular their casting. That means they’re also looking for a new Lois Lane. And according to this source they want to do something with the character that they’ve never done before by making her a woman of color.
Word is their top target is Marvel and Star Trek actress Zoe Saldana. She’s not believed to be the only person on their list for the part of Lois Lane but is thought to be one of their top targets. Like Disney/Marvel, WB/DC is desperate to find ways to increase the amount of diversity in their superhero franchises.
Henry Cavill Is Back As Superman
Though Warner Bros. didn’t want Henry Cavill back as Superman, Cavill has received so much support from fans who want him back in the role, that WB execs have been a little worried about fan backlash should they replace him. Henry Cavill is coming back as Clark Kent… but only in limited cameo roles. At least so far.
Fans have been hoping he’d be back on a more permanent basis, in particular to see him put on Superman’s iconic black suit from the comics. Fans, eager to make it happen whether WB wants it or not, have taken matters into their own hands. Below is a fan rendering of what Henry Cavill would look like as Superman in his classic black with a 90s era (when that suit debuted) mullet…
Henry Cavill is already working on getting himself back into Superman shape, as evidenced by this new Instagram post…
That’s the good news. The bad news is that he won’t be in Man of Steel 2. Instead they say. “Cavill could come back in a couple of different ways, not a standalone film.” There are some conflicting reports on this. Others, like scooper John Campea, say Cavill starring in a standalone Superman movie is still within the realm of possibility.
What are those “couple of different ways”? Well we’ve heard rumors for awhile that The Rock wants him to show up in Black Adam. But apparently it won’t be there that we’ll see him first. Instead Variety reports that Cavill will likely make his next appearance as Superman either in Aquaman 2 or in Shazam 2. It won’t be in Black Adam or Wonder Woman 3.
But if you really want Henry Cavill to get another Superman solo movie, you’re going to have to make a big noise. So click here to tell Warner Bros. you want Henry Cavill back as Superman!
Whether they liked Man of Steel or not, fans seem to agree that Henry Cavill was a great Superman. Everyone wants him back. It won’t be easy for WB to close this deal, even though talks are underway. though in the past we heard rumors that Henry Cavill might be willing to take less money to return as Superman, it seems those aren’t true. The latest word is that Henry Cavill is now holding out for more money. In order to get him back, Warner Bros. is going to have to pay them more in the past.
Frequent scooper Grace Randolph says, “He wants to get paid like an A lister, and I’d imagine some backend participation?”
Henry Cavill’s career has taken off in a big way since he debuted in Man of Steel. He’s the star of The Witcher, the most popular television show on the planet. He’s been in numerous movies and has many more on his upcoming plate. It makes sense that he’d want to be paid like the big star he is.
Henry Cavill is making big money in big roles. He doesn’t need Superman anymore, but he’s willing and eager to do it again, if they pay him. And with talks officially underway, it looks like WB is now willing to pay their previous Superman to be the next Superman.
If you want Henry Cavill in Man of Steel 2 click here to let Warner Bros. know!
The Plot Of The Next Superman Movie
Movie studio Warner Bros. has recently committed to developing a variety of standalone projects for their various DC Comics superhero characters. Some of these are coming to HBO as limited series television shows. Some of them will be movies. These standalone projects won’t have any connection to the larger Justice League movie universe continuity, and at least one of them may involve Superman.
Word is that Warner Bros. is developing a standalone movie based on the popular comic book storyline “The Death of Superman” for the next Superman movie. In that plot, Superman is killed by the monster Doomsday (who already appeared in Batman v. Superman) and the world descends into a kind of chaos. In his place a variety of people arrive to take on the mantle of Superman, with some of them claiming to actually be Superman resurrected. Eventually one of them turns out to actually be Superman resurrected by a regeneration chamber, and by the end everything is kind of back to Superman normal.
The original comic was groundbreaking and got huge headlines when it was released. It was hugely influential on the comic book industry, too. Targeting that as a standalone project makes a lot of sense for the next Superman movie.
Will Supergirl Happen?
Warner Bros. had been developing a Supergirl movie, but word is that project has been cancelled, specifically to put more of their focus on getting Superman right. The news comes from Heroic Hollywood, and it makes a lot of sense in the current climate.
Meanwhile fans are already lobbying for Sophie Turner to get the role of Supergirl, as soon as Warner Bros. feels ready to go forward. And if you’re wondering how she’d look in the part, below is the answer…
It’s clear that Warner Bros. feels they’ve never really gotten Superman right and if you don’t have a functioning Superman franchise, it probably doesn’t make sense to start cranking out movies about his cousin. Additionally, with the Coronavirus crisis crushing the earning potential of most Hollywood studios, money is tight. It’s likely they simply don’t have the money to produce both a Superman movie and a Supergirl movie.
Don’t be surprised if we start seeing even more fringe movie studio projects, like Supergirl, being cancelled in the coming months as the accounts work out the damage wrought by the Pandemic economic crisis.
The Best Superman
Three actors have played Superman in movies now: Christopher Reeve, Brandon Routh, and Henry Cavill. While all of them brought something great and unique to the table it’s still hard to argue that either of the more recent two topped the original: Chris Reeve.
If there was any flaw in Christopher Reeve’s portrayal of the Man of Steel it was his costume. That weird blue spandex and underwear thing he wore was great in its time, but it hasn’t held up very well. That may have led some of you to believe Chris Reeve’s Superman wasn’t as badass as some of the superheroes you’re used to. So one fan created this piece of art showing Reeve in Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel outfit. It’s awesome…
Henry Cavill was great in this costume. Chris Reeve is even better. Rest in peace Chris.
Brandon Routh On Being Superman
Playing a superhero isn’t easy, especially if it doesn’t go the way you think it will. Brandon Routh played Superman in the 2006 soft reboot of the character, Superman Returns. It was supposed to launch a new era of Superman that would have Routh playing Clark Kent in superhero movie sequel after sequel. Instead the movie barely managed to make back its budget. While the film got good reviews (and so did Routh), that box office take meant that Warner Bros. abandoned their next Superman movie plans and abandoned Routh.
For Brandon Routh the whole experience of being the world’s most famous superhero ended up being pretty traumatic. He spoke out about it for the very first time on the Inside of You podcast hosted by Smallville alum Michael Rosenbaum, where he had this to say about the whole Superman experience…
“I would say that the end of my run as Superman in Superman Returns that did not pan out the way I thought it was going to, the way everyone around me thought it was going to. I had to really come to terms with a lot of that. There was no sequel, the movie was widely well-reviewed, people liked the movie, but it, you know, made almost $400 million worldwide but that wasn’t enough. And it was a very slow fizzle out of the possibility of a sequel over the next two, three years and I did everything that I could do, that I thought, in my world to help make it happen.”— Brandon Routh
His struggle to deal with the failure of Superman Returns led to addiction, but not a substance addiction. It was his wife Courtney Ford (who currently co-stars with him on Legends of Tomorrow) who helped him through it. He explains…
“She knew me best then, she knows me best now and so going through that whole trauma of Superman Returns, the end of Superman Returns was a long drawn out process of me in denial for much of it and thankfully, I guess, I didn’t lean on drugs or alcohol, partying. I played World of Warcraft endlessly … it wasn’t helping me. It was a coping mechanism but it wasn’t teaching me things until I finally came, you know, had several experiences where I had to come to terms with that and she was part of that.”— Brandon Routh
Eventually Routh did get some closure on the role when he got to play Superman/Clark Kent again for The CW’s “Crisis on Infinite Earths”…
But it’s a shame he never got those Superman Returns sequels and that he won’t be involved in the next Superman movie. Whatever you think of Superman Returns, most people agree that Routh was a great Superman.


Starting January next year, the Quezon City government will start issuing citation tickets to violators of the city’s ban on smoking within the QC Hall compound.
“By 2012, there will be strict enforcement of the provisions of Republic Act 9211 otherwise known as Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003 and Civil Service Circular No. 17 and SP – 1515 at the QC Hall complex,” said city health officer Dr. Antonieta Inumerable.
To date, Inumerable said, the QC smoke-free task force, which has been directed by Mayor Herbert Bautista to enforce the city’s no-smoking policy, is now in the process of completing the final draft of the violation citation tickets that will be issued.
Under RA 9211, smoking in absolutely smoke-free areas carries a fine of P500 but not more than P1,000 for first offense; P1,000 but not more than P5,000 for second offense and P5,000 but not more than P10,000, for third offense.
“We are not against smokers. But, what we are after is the safety and protection of people against the danger of second-hand smoke,” said Inumerable.
City health authorities had already declared an area at the QC Hall football field as the designated smoking area for employees and clients of the city government.
To highlight the city government’s efforts to make QC Hall a smoke-free environment, the city health department had launched “Oplan Sita,” which to date, has already resulted in the apprehension of about 1,475 violators since its implementation in September 2010. Of the number, 660 were city hall employees while 815 were visitors.
To complement the effort, the city health department has also opened up a smoking cessation clinic at the city hall employees’ clinic to provide counseling to QC hall employees who wanted to kick-off the habit of smoking.
Procurement of patches and medicines needed by patients is also underway.
Meanwhile, the city health department will host “Hataw Bayan Para Sa Smoke-Free Quezon City” on November 25 as part of the city’s massive anti-smoking campaign and to promote awareness on the negative effects of smoking.
City hall employees are encouraged to participate during the event, which will be highlighted by song and dance performances advocating no smoking messages. Precy/ Ej/ Maureen Quiñones, PAISO


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You sure got that right.
The electronic scream heard throughout the multiverse.
Personally, I think the strip’s tributes to Carrie Fisher and Steve Jobs were way better than this one.
Yes, but they are actual slaves – not theoretical slaves.
He edited a book called ‘Dangerous Visions,’ a collection of original science fiction stories too controversial for any other venue.
You could put any of those stories in a 6th Grade reading collection today.
I read that story in college, and have been hooked on Ellison ever since.
If Harlan Ellison was a sinner, his punishment will probably be to be stuck in the same room with Gene Roddenberry for all eternity.
That would be Gene Roddenberry’s punishment too.
It’s more addiction than enslavement. No one is obliged to spend the day watching cat videos and reading celebrity tweets.
a rare insightful comment from Brewster….
I’ve thought of variants of “I have no [body part] and I must [function].”
Cliff doesn’t scream when his mouth is full of food.
My favorite Harlan Ellison short was “Repent, Harlequin!” Said the Ticktockman.
A very disturbing story. It will haunt you.
Is it really slavery when you voluntarily sign up (and even pay for the privilege)?
“I have no bars and I must scream!”
I have no connection and I must meme.
I swear, that has to be the smartest thing Brewster has ever said.
Harlan Ellison also liked to file lawsuits at the drop of a hat. He’d probably sue Tim Rickard for using his name without permission.
I have no fingers and I must text?
He also wrote “City on the Edge of Forever” (STOS).
I still miss Sidney Sheldon.
He worked in the TV and Movie business. He knew all about the addictive power of passive media. Check out his essays, “The Glass Teat.”
And, “The Other Glass Teat”.
I think some of Harlan’s problems came from two issues. His writing could run hot and cold, lots of work or none. And his temper wasn’t too steady either, not that he was rude or uncivilized, just a bit blunt at times. Which was part of the charm too. Getting to see him in person at a con was one of the highlights of my teen years. He was also a great editor and helped a lot of young writers break in with the Dangerous Visions anthologies.
See Calvin and Hobbes- 10/11/1986
I reread “The Deathbird” from “Deathbird Stories” every couple of years. Highly recommend it.

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We might know actors for that one iconic role. Sometimes, however, those talented people branch out into other projects that are the complete opposite of what they’re usually known for. Over on Reddit, fans decided to appreciate iconic serious and dramatic roles done by actors primarily known for their comedy.
Reddit user u/EzraMusic98 shared on r/Reddit that they appreciated Bill Murray in Lost In Translation. They described his role in the film as “perfect” and added that his chemistry with Scarlett Johansson was sizzling. OP also mentioned that he nearly forgot that Murray was a comedian after watching the film and asked about other dramatic films starring comedy actors.
It turns out that plenty of comedy actors have taken up serious roles and were really good at it. A majority of fans recommended OP watch Jim Carrey‘s work in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and The Truman Show, just to name a few. One fan pointed out that The Truman Show still utilized his strengths as a comedian, yet it managed to be taken seriously by fans and wasn’t seen as another funny movie.
Despite what you think about Adam Sandler, fans agreed that his serious roles are worth a watch. Some of them agreed that Sandler in dramatic films is “the most unexpected thing” but that he excels in them. Some films they recommended were Uncut Gems, Reign Over Me, and Click.
Another comedic actor worth mentioning is Ben Stiller. Before he directed and was praised for his work in the Apple TV series, Severance, he starred in a few films such as The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. But fans appreciated him for his work as a director more than the films, especially since he started to take on serious projects.
While well-known comedians made us laugh over the years, the mood immediately changes when we see them take on serious roles. This just proves that we don’t need to trap actors in a box just because they’re known for one particular thing. Let them branch out and show us how far their talent could go.


World Bulletin / News Desk
The former commander of Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards announced on Monday he would run in presidential election set to be dominated by conservatives vying to replace President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
Mohsen Rezaie stood in the last tumultuous 2009 election, finishing third, and made a complaint that Ahmadinejad's re-election had been rigged, before withdrawing the allegations days later.
Rezaie was commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps for 16 years until 1997. He was subsequently appointed secretary of the Expediency Council, a body that advises Iran's most powerful man, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
"Currently the main problem facing people is the economic issue and economic development should be accomplished as well as political development," Fars news agency quoted Rezaie as saying after announcing his candidacy in Divandare in Kurdistan province, in eastern Iran.
"Today income is the people's basis of life and we must implement plans to reduce the cost of living and raise their income levels."
He had already indicated his intention to be a candidate.
Both Moscow and Kiev have accused the other of shooting across the border, and Ukraine says missiles shot from Russia may have downed two of its fighter jets this week
"The federal government has requisitioned the services of the Pakistan army in aid of civil power in Islamabad," the prime minister's office said
Clashes were also reported in Jerusalem after Israeli authorities barred Muslims from performing Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Police said the bomb was left in a vehicle about 50 metres from a hotel in the town of Betong, which is popular with tourists from nearby Malaysia
At least 3 hae been confirmed dead, 10 rescued and 8 missing after an overloaded vessel carrying illegal Indonesian workers capsized.
Israeli air force dropped about 3,000 tons of explosives on the Gaza Strip in the first 15 days of the conflict, including 120 tons in the border town of Shejaia alone
Banned substances include gasoline and firecrackers, but also drinking water, cooking oil and yogurt.
Abbott said that Russian-backed rebels who control the area were tampering with evidence on "an industrial scale" and argued that outside police or possibly military forces were needed to ensure that did not continue.
Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani said leaders should show flexibility so that political deadlocks could be broken and Iraq could confront militants.
State media said "millions" of people joined the rallies nationwide, which were called to mark Iran's annual day of solidarity with Palestinians.
At least three women and a three-year-old child were among those killed.
Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Anastasiades was enraged when Turkish Cypriot president Dervis Eroglu refused to accept certain proposed terms, raising his voice, slamming his fist and throwing his glasses across the room in anger.
Jordanian government spokesman said the "aerial target was shot after being intercepted" when it violated Jordanian air space near the northern border city of Mafraq.
U.N. health agency said that four hospitals, including al Aqsa hospital in the coastal strip, had been damaged in the conflict that began on July 8 when Israel launched air strikes
Yatseniuk, Ukraine's point man for the West during much of the turmoil in the country since November, tendered his resignation on Thursday, saying parliament was betraying its people's demands
Brazil called the escalation of violence "unacceptable" and recalled its ambassador for consultations.


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TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Domestic banks are aggressively disbursing syndicated loans following the industry's improving liquidity. Bank Central Asia (BBCA) is recorded as the biggest loan book runner with US$294.36 million this year so far.
Bank Negara Indonesia (BBNI) followed with a syndicated loan total of US$290.23 million to PT Kartanegara Energi Perkasa and PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia (Persero) Tbk.
In third and fourth place are Japan-based Mitsubishi UFJ Financial and Mizuho Financial, each disbursing US$288.48 million.
Meanwhile, Indonesia' biggest bank in terms of asset Bank Mandiri (BMRI) is the fifth loan book runner with US$235.14 million credit disbursement to PT Archi Indonesia Tbk dan PT Tirta Fresindo Jaya Tbk.

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Emeralds have been revered for centuries, cherished for their mesmerizing green hue and captivating beauty. When set in a ring, the emerald becomes a symbol of elegance and sophistication that has stood the test of time. Let’s embark on a journey through the world of emerald rings and discover why they are treasured by so many.
Emeralds are known for their vivid green color, which ranges from deep forest greens to brighter, more vibrant shades. This unique hue has long been associated with renewal, growth, and love, making emeralds a perfect choice for those who wish to convey their sentiments through a ring. The gem’s rich color is believed to symbolize rebirth and the promise of a bright future, making it an ideal choice for engagement rings.
Emerald engagement rings are more than just pieces of jewelry; they are symbols of eternal love and commitment. The lush green of the emerald complements the white sparkle of diamonds, creating a captivating contrast that draws the eye. This combination symbolizes the enduring bond between two people, with the emerald representing the growth of love and the diamonds signifying its enduring brilliance.
Emerald rings come in a wide array of designs, catering to various tastes and styles. Whether you prefer a classic solitaire setting that showcases the emerald’s natural beauty or an intricate halo design that adds extra sparkle, there’s an emerald ring to suit your personal style. These rings are also versatile, easily transitioning from everyday wear to special occasions, making them a cherished accessory for a lifetime.
For those who value sustainability and ethical sourcing, lab-grown emerald rings offer a beautiful alternative. These gems are created in a controlled environment, reducing the environmental impact associated with traditional mining. Choosing a lab-grown emerald ring allows you to express your love while being environmentally conscious.
As with any fine jewelry, emerald rings require proper care to maintain their beauty. Due to their relative softness compared to diamonds, emeralds should be protected from scratches and impacts. Regular cleaning and maintenance will ensure your emerald ring remains as vibrant as the day you first laid eyes on it.
Emerald rings are more than just jewelry; they are expressions of love, commitment, and style. With their captivating green hue and timeless appeal, these rings have graced the fingers of royalty, celebrities, and romantics for centuries. Whether you choose a natural or lab-grown emerald, your ring will symbolize not only your love but also your dedication to preserving the beauty of our planet.
As you embark on your journey to find the perfect emerald ring, remember that its allure extends far beyond its breathtaking appearance. It carries with it the promise of a vibrant and everlasting love, making it a treasure to be cherished for a lifetime.


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The Best European Major Festival - Sziget Festival Hungary
“We were very much hoping to win this award and it really means a lot to us because 20th Sziget Festival is coming in 2012.” - said Fruzsina Szép about Sziget Festival after receiving the Best Major Festival Award and inviting everyone to drink a Pálinka with her.
12 January 2012
Twenty-five of major festivals in Europe, Sziget is the first of twenty-five major European festivals by Festival Awards Europe. The awards ceremony was held on Wednesday night in Groningen, the Netherlands.
Over 350 thousand voters have decided on the best events in 2011 of different categories at the European Festival Awards, brought to life by the Yourope the European Festival Association, Virtual Festivals Europe. The awards ceremony, which is also one of the biggest event of international festival organisers, opening event of Eurosonic Noorderslag was held on 11 January with cream of the international festival organisers, music journalists. The most prestigious festival award was celebrated third time where Sziget were in compatition in the "major festival" category with twenty-five other European festivals, including the Danish Roskilde, the Belgian Tomorrowland, the German Hurricane and Scotland's largest music festival T In The Park.
Károly Gerendai, founder and chief organiser of the Sziget, said: "We are definitely happy that we won such an illustrious competition, especially now when 2012 is the jubilee year, as it is now the twentieth Sziget Festival in Europe." The cheif organiser stated, "This award confirms us that we are on the right way when - in contrast to most international festivals - we are not only focus on music line-up, but also cultural diversity, culture of different minorities, promotion of civil efforts and variety of services are also emphasised that made us unique, popular all over Europe. "Gerendai added: "Good news about Hungary at last Hungary in international media - what we always strive for - because it is important to us what the country's image is."
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The County of Simcoe and the City of Barrie are ready to take off on construction at the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport (LSRA), with both councils recently approving the first phase of a runway expansion project.
The first phase, which would see the runway widened to address operational constraints and allow for larger and heavier aircrafts to access the airport, will come with a price tag of more than $6.5 million, and will be cost shared between the two corporations.
The county has also secured a $1.5 million provincial grant toward the project through the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund.
“The plan is demand based, where expenditures will only be initiated when there is a reasonable expectation that business will be forthcoming,” wrote Mike Drumm, manager of the airport, in his report to county council.
The airport is a member of the Southern Ontario Airport Network (SOAN) which was established to grow the aerospace industry in Ontario as Toronto Pearson International Airport approaches its flight and land capacities.
“Through SOAN, the LSRA has received investment inquiries from different aerospace companies,” wrote Drumm.
Phase 1 of the expansion will also include earthworks/pavement, stormwater works, restoration work, and electrical works/upgrades.
Phases 2 and 3 were identified as being demand-based to include commercial travel. The preliminary budget summary associated with all three phases was close to $66 million.
In August of 2019, the County of Simcoe secured a deal to become the majority owner of the airport, with the County of Simcoe owning 90 per cent, and the City of Barrie retaining 10 per cent. As of January 1, 2020, the deal was officially in place.
Therefore, the County of Simcoe will be responsible for about $4,368,500 of the cost of Phase 1 which will be paid out of the county's economic development reserve, with the City of Barrie responsible for $482,250, which will be paid out of the city’s airport infrastructure reserve account.
There will also be contingencies put in place to the tune of $1,751,510, which will also be cost-shared.
According to the staff report, the runway widening project is shovel-ready and can be implemented immediately.
Construction will begin by the end of 2020 and is anticipated to conclude by summer 2021.


The Oakland Raiders are going nowhere fast, and with the influx of young quarterbacks being productive, most notably Bay Area neighbor Colin Kaepernick, the Raiders are having internal discussions about unleashing Terrelle Pryor.
The Contra Costa Times is reporting that head coach Dennis Allen is seriously thinking about different ways to get Pryor involved in the offense.
“He’s working to get better and he’s working to improve,” Allen said of Pryor. “I’ve seen improvement in Terrelle. He’s gotten better as a quarterback. He’s continued to work. I don’t think any of us feel like he’s the finished product, including himself, but he has worked to improve.”
Pryor is definitely a package of size and speed, and it can’t hurt the Raiders at this point to see what they have in the former Buckeye.


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Innovative beauty device brand PMD has launched a new luxury version of its best-selling PMD Clean skincare device.
The PMD Clean PRO Silver (RRP £179) is designed to take your skincare routine to the next luxurious level.
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"Small Change" Part
Small Change is a new full-length by Blake Housenga. Features shredding from Tom Rohrer, Jamiel Nowparvar, Ronne Dortch, Mark Villero, Adam Simoni, Steve Mull, Tony Karr, Jordan Rommel, Chris Colbourn, Sean Saltamachia, Cody Jacobson, Kyle Stone, and the homies. Get the video here! Kyle's part was filmed by Blake Housenga (@smallchangeca), Shane Darnell (@darnshane), Massimo Legittimo (@massimolegittimo), and Fuzz Esco (@fuzz311).


Bengals | Antonio Bryant feels he is picking up the offense
Cincinnati Bengals WR Antonio Bryant said learning the team's offense has gone well so far, reports Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer. He credits offensive coordinator Bob Bratkowski with helping him adjust. In seven previous seasons, Bryant has had eight offensive coordinators and 13 quarterbacks on four teams, so learning a new system and adjusting to a new quarterback isn't anything new for him. Bryant said he is a visual learner and Bratkowski is doing a good job of laying out film on certain plays. "It's a lot easier understanding it when you're running it against someone," Bryant said. He also feels working with QB Carson Palmer will help him elevate his game. "With him, it's about precision and timing, and that will help me pick my game up. That's something I have lacked for the most part everywhere I've been," Bryant said. "I know what to expect because it's been consistent so far."
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Beaufort County officials hope property they just purchased in Bluffton will be the right bait to lure businesses and jobs.
Last week, County Council purchased 7.7 acres next to its government center on Bluffton Parkway. The property will be marketed to new or expanding businesses with the help of the Lowcountry Economic Alliance.
The $1.15 million purchase price will be covered in part by two economic-development grants -- $400,000 from Palmetto Electric Cooperative and $325,000 from Hargray Communications. County attorney Josh Gruber said the rest came from proceeds from the sales of the former Lady's Island Convenience Center and five acres at the Buckwalter Tech Park, which was purchased by the town of Bluffton.
The 54-acre site already has water lines, drainage, electricity and sewer connections, so any business that moves to the property will be able to plug right in, Gruber said. The county calls the property the Lowcountry Center for Industry and Commerce.
The property is ideal for "back-office, professional services operations," like a company call center or information-technology office, according to Lowcountry Economic Alliance director Kim Statler.
"We don't want a strip mall there with just mom-and-pop retail shops," Gruber said. "This is to be for bigger economic-development purposes."
Last year a study completed by the alliance identified back-office operations as a prime target for businesses to bring to the county, but attracting those companies could be tricky, Statler said.
"They don't just create trade shows for those (industries). You have to look at alternative ways to get at those."
To identify those methods, the alliance is working on a study that lays out strategies to reach companies in those fields and offer incentives that will attract them, Statler said.
Half of the funding for the $40,000 study comes from a grant from the S.C. Power Team, which serves as the economic development arm of the state's electric cooperatives, Statler said. The other half will come from the alliance's budget, which is funded by member local governments and private investors.
The study should be completed by the end of December so the alliance can roll out those strategies next year and begin courting businesses for that location and others it is studying around the county, she said.
Because the county now owns the property, it will get a say in how it ultimately is used, Gruber said. But for now, it's up to the economic alliance to try to find the best suitor, he said.
"Having an ideal site for somebody to come to is a significant economic development tool," Gruber said.
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No Pest Management Without Botanic Gardens
Many harmless plants and animals have become important pest organisms once they were transferred to new areas and regions of the world. This was often accidental with world trade, or deliberately through settlers who took plants to the colonies as ornamental plant or kitchen herbs. Plants completely harmless in their country of origin proved to be aggressive pests rendering swaths of land unsuitable for farming. The Global Taxonomy Initiative seeks to address this increasingly important phenomenon of our times.
Examples are: the Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) from the Amazon covers African streams today; the White Top or Hoary Cress (Cardaria draba) from Europe is found in North America; the Asian Giant Hogweed or Cartwheel flower plant (Heracleum mantegazzianum) is invading the highway system in Europe; the Himalayan Balsam or Policeman's Helmet (Impatiens glandulifera), native to tropical Asia is invading woods and streams in Europe.
The importance of these so-called "invasive species" is underpinned by the Global Invasive Species Programme (GISP), and by the Convention on Biological Diversity.
In order to counter these plants CABI-Bioscience is developing biological pest management, based on organisms, most often insects, from the home countries of the pest plants. The more specific these organisms are to the pest plant, the better.
This procedure is efficient with two prerequisites. You need to know where the pest comes from, it is only then that you can systematically search for the plant and its pests. This will also show under which climatic conditions the plant's pest will prosper. This knowledge is often provided by the natural history museums in the form of regional floras, but if it is not available further research is needed, which is costly.
The new organism must prove its suitability to combat the experimental plant. Seeds especially with a substantial genetic diversity is required to culture the plant. The only institutions capable of providing great genetic variability are botanic gardens with the back up of the herbaria. This is why CABI-Bioscience has close relations with these institutions and regularly relies on their support in pest experiments.
This cooperation saves money in developing pest management protocols and reduces the costs for botanic gardens in real terms. Botanic gardens fulfil many functions in developing pest management regimes and it would be extremely expensive and impossible to develop without botanic gardens.
As an example of the close cooperation is a list of botanic gardens which collaborate with CABI-Switzerland:
Austria : Botanic Garden, Vienna
Belgium : National Botanic Garden of Belgium at Meise
Canada : Botanic Garden, Montreal
Denmark : Botanic Garden, Copenhagen
Finland : Botanic Garden, Turku
Germany : Botanic Gardens in Aachen, G?ttingen, Karlsruhe, Leipzig and Marburg; Botanic Gardens of the Humboldt University of Berlin; Botanic Garden of the University of Konstanz
Italy : Botanic Garden of the University of Genoa; Botanic Garden of Hanbury, Latte; Botanic Garden of the University of Padua ; Botanic Garden of the University of Palermo
Russia : Botanic Garden, Moscow
Slovakia : Botanic Garden of the University of Bratislava
United Kingdom : Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Annual Report 2002 of CABI-International Switzerland (CABI Bioscience Switzerland Centre)


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The 8-inch howitzer M1 on carriage M1 was a heavy field weapon, utilizing a two-wheel, single-axle limber and an eight-wheel, two-axle bogie while traveling. The carriage was lowered to the ground for firing. When in traveling position, the trail ends of the carriage were attached to heavy carriage limber M2. When emplaced, removable spades were installed on the carriage and on the rear ends of the trails. The howitzer used a forged, auto-frettaged, built-up tube that was 202.5 inches (514 cm) in length and weighed 9,835 pounds (4,621 kg). The breech was an interrupted screw type with an Ashbury style single motion opening breech block mechanism.
The 8-inch howitzer used the same M1 carriage as the M1A1 155mm “Long Tom” Gun. It used a hydro-pneumatic, variable length recoil system in the cradle under the tube and two pneumatic pull type equilibrators on either side of the tube and cradle. The split trail allowed it to elevate to 64 degrees and traverse to 60 degrees. It weighted 15.8 tons and was towed by a Mack NO 6×6 7.5-ton truck or an M4 or M5 High Speed Tractor. The M1 used separate loading ammunition with bagged powder charges. The 107-pound (48.8kg) charge propelled a 200-pound (91kg) high explosive projectile to a range of 18,510 yards (16.9km).
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The effect of the cation alkyl chain length on density and diffusion in dialkylpyrrolidinium bis(mandelato)borate ionic liquids
2014 (English)In: Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics - PCCP, ISSN 1463-9076, E-ISSN 1463-9084, Vol. 16, no 48, 26798-26805 p.Article in journal (Refereed) Published
The physicochemical properties of ionic liquids are strongly affected by the selective combination of the cations and anions comprising the ionic liquid. In particular, the length of the alkyl chains of ions has a clear influence on the ionic liquid's performance. In this paper, we study the self-diffusion of ions in a series of halogen-free boron-based ionic liquids (hf-BILs) containing bis(mandelato)borate anions and dialkylpyrrolidinium cations with long alkyl chains CnH2n+1 with n from 4 to 14 within a temperature range of 293-373 K. It was found that the hf-BILs with n = 4-7 have very similar diffusion coefficients, while hf-BILs with n = 10-14 exhibit two liquid sub-phases in almost the entire temperature range studied (293-353 K). Both liquid sub-phases differ in their diffusion coefficients, while values of the slower diffusion coefficients are close to those of hf-BILs with shorter alkyl chains. To explain the particular dependence of diffusion on the alkyl chain length, we examined the densities of the hf-BILs studied here. It was shown that the dependence of the density on the number of CH2 groups in long alkyl chains of cations can be accurately described using a "mosaic type'' model, where regions of long alkyl chains of cations (named 'aliphatic' regions) and the residual chemical moieties in both cations and anions (named 'ionic' regions) give additive contributions. Changes in density due to an increase in temperature and the number of CH2 groups in the long alkyl chains of cations are determined predominantly by changes in the free volume of the 'ionic' regions, while 'aliphatic' regions are already highly compressed by van der Waals forces, which results in only infinitesimal changes in their free volumes with temperature.
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2014. Vol. 16, no 48, 26798-26805 p.
Atom and Molecular Physics and Optics
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Commander Charles Kerchner and attorney Mario Apuzzo will be on the Conservative Monster internet radio show tonight(9/15) at 9PM EST.
Via Commander Kerchner; Atty Mario Apuzzo & CDR Charles Kerchner will be on the Conservative Monster Radio Show, hosted by Steve Cooper, Blog Talk Radio, Wed 15 Sep 2010 9 PM EST. They will be discussing the latest status of the Kerchner et al vs Obama & Congress et al lawsuit challenging the constitutional eligibility of Obama to serve as President and Commander in Chief of the military and the election fraud orchestrated by Nancy Pelosi and others in the 2008 presidential election. The case is currently being prepared for filing a Writ of Certiorari to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Obama Ineligible - I tried and lied but it won't go away! Wash Times Natl Wkly 2010-09-13 pg 15


Color Dominance – Myth or Fact?
In preparing to teach, I have again learned much more about my workshop subject. With stranded knitting, there is the possibility of color dominance!
Color Dominance – Who Knew?!?!
I’m putting together workshop materials for a two-handed, stranded knitting workshop at the Men’s Knitting Retreat in May. I’m also creating samples of knitted items using the technique. During my research, many of the experts seemed to think that how you hold your yarn during stranded knitting can affect the visual prominence of one color over the other.
The prevailing theory is that the yarn held to the left will create a slightly larger, more prominent stitch. Most of the people that discuss this phenomenon say it’s because you use more yarn to create stitches from yarn coming in on the left-hand. So, with two-handed, stranded knitting, you’d want to hold the color that you want to show up more clearly in your left hand.
I had to test this theory for myself. In the two gaiters in the feature photo, can you tell which color I held in my left hand?
Especially on some of the diagonal lines, and the legs of the deer, it is noticeable. In the green/yellow version I held the yellow yarn in my left hand and the purple/yellow version I held the yellow in my right hand.
Other Things I Learned
My theory, however is the more prominent stitches are caused by the position of the floats behind the work…not the amount of yarn it takes to execute the stitch.
I also learned new ways of keeping floats neat, but relaxed enough not to restrict the stretch of the fabric.
Anyone else have thoughts or ideas about this?
Fred and Connie both guessed cables for my new project. But Connie was closer when she suggested an edging for a knitted piece. Although Fred was definitely correct that it is Malabrigo…Rios to be specific (promotional link).
I’m doing a slip-stitch afghan that starts with an i-cord cast-on. I’ll be using six or seven different colors of Malabrigo Rios, so it will continue to look very different as I progress.
So far, it’s been a very pleasant knit.