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I got a Sidewinder 2 today and I've been having a fair bit of trouble. First problem I encountered was rudder being reversed which I inverted in the responses tab. I made a profile I was happy with, but whenever I load it up, the rudder is reversed. I go in to responses, check the inverted box, and that fixes... but now my machine guns don't work. They're assigned correctly and aren't conflicting with anything else, they just don't work.
I want the hat on the joystick to control the pilot's head. At first it was conflicting with zoom. So I change it all in settings, start flying... and it's still trying to zoom.
The whole time I'm messing around with all this, every so often the force feedback will decide to start 'pulsing' in a really odd way. At first I thought I'd damaged my plane but no, it's just some sort of glitch.
I've spend several hours trying to fix all this. The game just seems to forget, or ignore what I've assigned and at no point have I had just everything assigned at once correctly.
Does anyone have a profile for this joystick they could send me? I bought this joystick specifically because everyone said how great it is and it does seem really good when I have it half working.


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According to research published by analysts at MarketsandMarkets, the smart-office / smart-workplace market "holds a great potential across the building automation industry," and is expected to be worth $43.31 Billion by 2020, with compound annual growth of 10.70%. MarketsandMarkets says, "Smart office products help in promoting efficient use of available resources and also ensure sustainability through use of ecofriendly processes."
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Yes, I already posted this on facebook, but it needed a blog post all of it's own. I have to say that this and a HPI Mini Trophy have fast moved to the top of my "RC cars I want" over a SCX10 of late (ok, the Tomohawk went straight to the top this morning).
So the details, well it's awesome, although I suppose that doesn't count as a feature. The design is a little different from the original, but those improvements have all been a good thing. From what I can find the original was released in 1985 and was developed from the recently re released scorpion, this year marks 30 years since it's release. The changes include:
- A unique battery mount to allow a full size stick pack to be mounted side-to-side instead of the original hump packs
- Ability to fit a shorty lipo lengthways in the chassis
- improved servo mount
- gearbox housing is now a two-piece design made of die-cast aluminum
- A gear differential wiht optional ball diff (original had no differential)
- slipper clutch to cope wth modern bushless systems
- 48 pitch gears
- soft compound tyres with foam inserts
- arms, chassis plates, and the rails of the main chassis feature full 6061T6 aluminum construction
- Countersunk hex-head machine screws are used throughout
- bright red anodized aluminum shocks are slightly larger in diameter than the original shocks, and they feature polished stainless shafts for much smoother, more durable shocks
- a slight increase in suspension width for stability
- Expected Release Date: June 2015
To Dawn Trading and Hobbies Australia (the Australian Kyosho Distributors), I am happy to get down on my knees and beg you to send me one of these to review, pretty please with a cherry on top?


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Agriculture notebook, 12/25/05
December 19, 2005
* SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS … Colorado Livestock Association student members Justin Dodsworth, Christine Gabel and Sydney Wilkinson are winners of $1,500 scholarships provided by the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the National Cattlemen's Foundation.
Only 20 winners are named nationwide each year. Gabel, a junior at Kansas State University, is the daughter of Steve and Audrey Gabel of Eaton.
Dodsworth attends Colorado State University and Wilkinson is a senior at Hoehne High School.
* BISON DEMAND … Surging consumer demand for quality bison meat is fueling record-level production in the processing of everything from tenderloins to ground buffalo meat, according to the National Bison Association in Denver.
According to figures released by the U.S. Department of agriculture, bison meat production through the end of November is 14.4 percent ahead of last year's figures and a whopping 81 percent ahead of the level five years ago.
Through the end of November, 31,669 bison were processed in federally inspected plants this year, compared to 27,694 processed during the same time frame in 2004. In 2001, 17,583 bison were processed in USDA plants through the end of November.
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In November alone, 3,492 animals were processed in U.S. Department of Agriculture plants, compared to 2,540 processed during the same four-week period in 2004.
The previous annual record for bison production was set in 2003, when 34,432 animals were processed in USDA plants.
* AG CUTS … The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a budget reconciliation package containing $2.7 billion in cuts to agriculture programs over five years.
The package calls for $934 million in cuts from farm bill conservation programs, $400 million in cuts from rural development programs and a $620 million slash from research programs. The spending package also cuts advance payments to commodity producers.
* ANTI-DUMPING …. Canada's decision to impose anti-dumping and countervailing duties of $1.65 per bushel on U.S. corn is unlikely to protect their corn producers and could impair other industries there, according to the U.S. Grains Council.
The new duties, effective immediately, are in response to allegations by Canadian grain producers that grain corn prices have been suppressed in Canada due to dumping and subsidizing of U.S. grain corn. In fact, a recent economic analysis commissioned by the U.S. Grains Council, which evaluated the impact of U.S. corn exports on the Canadian market, found that grain corn prices were determined by the world commodity price for corn and limited by the price of competing feed grains.
The Canadian Border Services Agency set the anti-dumping duty at 58 cents per bushel of unprocessed U.S. corn and the countervailing duty at $1.07 per bushel. The coalition said that the process is not final and it will work with the U.S. trade officials to have the duties lifted.
* PRODUCER SEMINAR … Managing your cattle and your business for profitability will be a common theme during the one-day 2006 Colorado Livestock Association Producer Council Seminar, Feb. 16 in Hugo at the Lincoln County Events Building.
The program will begin at 9 a.m. The registration fee is $10 before Feb. 10 and $20 after that date and at the door. Lunch is included. For registration information contact the association's office (970) 378-0500 or download a printable registration form from the association's Web site http://www.coloradolivestock.org.
* ISRAELI BUTTER … Cooperatives Working Together has accepted a bid from WestFarm Foods of Seattle to export about 308,000 pounds of butter to Israel. Cooperatives will pay the export bonus to the bidder, once completion of the butter shipment is verified.
* BRONCO MILK … The orange-flavored, official milk of the Denver Broncos was No. 2 in single-serve milk sales throughout the state in October, second only to chocolate, according to the Western Dairyfarmers' Promotion Association.
There was a flurry of promotion activity behind the launch of the product, which is bottled by Robinson's Dairy in Denver but also placed in schools and other markets by Sinton and Meadow Gold of Greeley.


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Festskrift for Gunvor Mejdell: Philologists in the World
Nora Eggen og Rana Issa har redigert denne antologien med bidrag blant andre fra flere ansatte ved IKOS - en antologi dedikert til Gunvor Mejdell med anerkjennelse og takknemlighet for hennes innsats innenfor arabisk og midtøstenstudier i mer enn fire tiår.
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"From the early 1970s onwards Gunvor Mejdell has had an outstandingly vital role in the teaching, research, and other academic activities at the University of Oslo. She has been a major contributor to the development of a Norwegian expertise on issues related to the languages, peoples and societies of the Middle East and North Africa, and has played an active role in the Norwegian public sphere. Internationally, Gunvor Mejdell has contributed substantially over the years in the field of sociolinguistics, as well as in cultural and translation studies.
This volume, Philologists in the World, reflects Gunvor Mejdell's philological ethos. 21 articles both by young scholars as well as well-established international scholars in Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies, present a wide array of topics and themes organised in three sections: Language, Culture and Society."


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HOLDEN – Dr. Neil N. Ault, 93, died peacefully in his sleep at home on February 11, 2016. Born March 31, 1922 in Dunkirk, Ohio to the late Russell and Agnes (Meeks) Ault.
Neil grew up and attended high school in Findlay, Ohio. It was there that he met the love of his life, Ruth Anne Hoffman. He served in the United States Army Air Corps from 1944-1946 in, among other places, France and North Africa. He returned home to marry Anne on June 16, 1946 and graduate with a Ph.D. in Ceramic Engineering from the Ohio State University in 1950.
Neil moved his young family to Massachusetts in 1950 to work for the Norton Company in Worcester, a company he would retire from after 37 years at the age of 65 and then consult with such that he served them for 50 years. Through Norton Company, he held or co-wrote seven patents for ceramic materials. He was a longtime member and Counselor of the New England section of the American Ceramic Society, receiving their highest honor, Distinguished Lifetime Member, in 1990 and a member of the National Institute of Ceramic Engineers.
One of Neil's proudest achievements was as a founder of the Joe Berg Science Seminar at Wachusett Regional High School in 1959, one of two remaining such organizations in the United States. Neil was active in this organization right up until his death and recently the school dedicated a science projects room in his honor. He loved gardening, playing bridge and doing acrostics and cryptic crosswords, following the Patriots, Red Sox and Buckeyes sports teams, and pondering what the future might look like100 years from now. He was very active in the Chaffin Congregational Church, a longtime choir member and until recently a member of the Board of Deacons.
Neil leaves his wife of almost 70 years, Anne Ault; a daughter, Nancy Harrington and her husband, Mike of Ellsworth, ME; two sons, Bill Ault and his wife, Holly of Templeton and Brian Ault his wife, Mary-Kay Brook of Edmonton, Alberta; two grandchildren, Russell Ault and Mary Beth Ault; a brother, Dr. Lynn Ault and his wife, Linda of Minnesota; and many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends attended calling hours on Monday, Feb. 15, in the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. Funeral services for Neil were Tuesday, Feb. 16. in the Chaffin Congregational Church, 155 Shrewsbury Street, Holden, MA 01520. A committal service will be held in the spring at Grove Cemetery in Holden. Memorial contributions may be made in Neil's name to the Chaffin Congregational Church Memorial Fund. To share a memory or offer an online condolence, visit www.milesfuneralhome.com.


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The route taken today is popular with TGO Challengers as they head out of Braemar for the east coast. Once high, numerous ways are possible: via Lochnagar to the Spittal; down to the Dubh Loch for a wild camp; over Cairn Bannoch and Broad Cairn then, from Sandy's Hut, a drop down to Bachnagairn and thence to Glen Clova. Or down to Loch Muick perhaps. It's not hard to see why these routes are popular. Our own cancelled/postponed crossing included Lochnagar among others. Maybe next year if we can fit it in.
On the summit we met a chap and his Border Collie who had come from Lochnagar and had found it awkward in the strong wind, a mere snuffle by yesterday's standard. They were about to set off on the last section of their eighteen mile round over Cairn Bannoch etc. This has become a popular way to do these Munros but doesn't give much time for exploration or diversion.
We paused at the cairn taking in the scene. As Lynne put it "You can stretch your eye in this immense landscape - but never enough."
Including a stop at the aircraft remains, it's a mere twenty minutes from the Munro to Carn a t-Sagairt Beag, not a Top of Carn a t-Sagairt Mor but of Carn a' Choire Bhoidheach. Munro trivia, I know, I know! The rocky summit is cairnless which perhaps says something about visitor numbers. We snuggled behind rocks to escape the wind and had lunch.
On our return journey we met a lady, a former member of Cairngorm MRT, and had a good natter about climbing, hills, islands visited and those yet to be explored. Full of life she was, her exuberance only exceeded by that of her two lovely dogs. She had thirty-eight Munros left and was saving Dreish and Mayar for last since they were easily accessible for a party with friends and family. Another pair arrived just as we were leaving and we recognised them from our aborted Lochnagar day. They had also retreated but no doubt would get their hill today.
Our descent was a leisurely one, encouraged by the warm atmosphere low down. A Range Rover was stationed at Callater Lodge and another guarded the start of the track. Royalty must have been about.
Oss - that's what I tell others but I'm not all that good at taking my own advice. I like misery - I am Scottish you know!
Conrad - thanks for pointing out my error and for generously allowing me to claim a typo. Unfortunately I can do no such thing and can only claim an aberration. I'll fix it when home and hope that there are no mistakes in this and future posts. It will be the BlackBerry's fault if there are! Your experience of flight on Blencathra sounds of longer duration than Lynne's, but luckily no harm was suffered by either . I love wild mountain weather - it adds an edge to the day.
AlanS - good to hear from you. The paths need a good hoover as well. We spoke of you as we traversed the hillside high above Loch Callater, knowing you often pass this way on the Challenge and love these hills.
AlanR - it was a wild day for sure. Too much common sense stifles action :-) which in turns makes you old! That's what I tell myself anyway.
Laura - Thanks for popping over. This area is very special - and I'm typing this a lot nearer to you than you might think!
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2018 PCT Graduates will be honored 11/26/18 @ 6pm
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will recognize graduates of the Patient Care Technician, Electrocardiogram, and Phlebotomy programs at the TCL Hampton campus on Monday, November 26, 2018 at 6pm. The special ceremony allows students to receive the respective pins for their professions while being recognized by faculty, staff, friends, and family.
Graduates will become healthcare professionals in Lowcountry hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, physicians' offices, assisted living facilities, schools, and more. Others will choose to advance their education.
Registration is open now for classes in Hampton and Walterboro beginning January 2019. For more information, please visit https://www.tcl.edu/continuing-education-workforce-development/healthcare-career-training/


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A bunch of completely irrelevant numbers released by Ireland. At best these will achieve nothing but will kick the can down a few more months. At worst violent rioting will be a daily occurrence in Dublin within a week.
From RTE:
- The Government strategy aims to make savings of €15bn over the next four years, with a €10bn cut in public expenditure and a €5bn increase in taxes. (riots)
- It said that 40% of the measures (€6bn) will be frontloaded in the Budget, which will be delivered on 7 December.
- More than 24,000 jobs will be cut in the public sector over the four-year period.(riots)
- The public sector pay bill will be reduced by €1.2bn and pay for new entrants will be reduced by 10%. While public services retirees face significant cuts in their pensions. (riots)
- Ireland will raise VAT rate to 22% in 2013, and 23% in 2014 (riots)
- Ireland may tap pension reserve fund for infrastructure plan (kiss that retirement money goodbye)
- It says the numbers of people paying tax must increase, but that an income tax system where more than 45% of tax units pay no income tax is not sustainable (riots)
- Ireland promises to maintain a 12.5% company tax rate (this will be revised soon courtesy of Olli Rehn and the European overlords)
- And the funnitest thing you will see today: the government expects to grow at just under 3% for the next 4 years.(laughter)
As Portugal is currently gripped in its biggest general strike in history over precisely the same issue (austerity budget), sit back, and enjoy the Dublin riots to cause Waddell and Reed to sell some ES soon to quite soon.
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Unfortunately to watch the new Lost footage you have to watch The Fray, which is apparently successful because ABC likes them. Unfortunately they chose to put scenes in the video that correspond with the lyrics, it's very distracting and annoying.
This one has so many new scenes in it it's worth doing a blow-by-blow, but not today. It's almost the weekend, and I'm tired. So here's the video, and look forward to some overanalyzing next week.
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A couple weeks ago in class, we designed tattoos for an upcoming fundraiser. This is one of my designs I submitted, but fleshed out in Adobe Illustrator.
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Happy 2010: The Year We Make Contact. Been a few, but the business of the holidays will die down, and I'll be able to get back on track with blogart finally. We've got Iron Fist and Luke Cage here, two characters I've been attempting to draw for a few years – unsuccessfully. This is as …
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Hey guys! Welcome back. Today I thought I would share five things I think we should do to make 2018 a great year. All the potential is there. We just have to act. Each new year is a time to reflect and grow. You can take any day of the year to change your life, but there is something about a new year that makes it seem like there really isn't a better opportunity. You only have one life and it needs to count. Now is as good a time as any to start living the way you want. And you can do this by doing these five simple things.
1. Give thanks. Being thankful for what you have will show you how simply amazing your life really is. It's easy to get caught up on the things we want or don't have, but being grateful can change your heart. Giving thanks helps you focus on the good and you will be so much more positive.
2. Pray often. Open communication with God will make your life so much better. You will never feel alone. He is always there and ready to listen. That does not mean you will get every single thing you want to ask for; it simply means you are being heard. Strengthen your relationship with God and show that you are thinking of Him.
3. Love others. Being kind and gracious to others will help in more ways than you think. The world would be a better place if everyone loved everyone and showed respect. That goes without saying. But unfortunately we weren't programmed that way. You should treat others the way you would like to, no matter how difficult it is with some people.
4. Forgive. This is increasingly difficult. It's not always easy to forgive those who have done something wrong to you or hurt you. But the best way to set yourself free is to forgive and let it go. It will be hard, but it will be worth it.
5. Trust that it will all work out. There is a plan for you. You can't control everything no matter how hard you try. Keep living your life. Things will happen that you don't understand, and sometimes you won't particularly like it, but it is all part of the plan. It all happens for a reason.
No matter what your New Year's Resolutions are or aren't, these five things can help you have a great year. Even just the four if you don't believe in God. You can still have a happy life and make others around you happy. So be thankful, kind, and forgiving. You will see a change in yourself and how you feel. 2018 is destined to be a great year. I hope you all have an amazing year! I look forward to connecting with all of you more!
Thank you all so much for reading! I hope you enjoyed this. Please like it if you did. Don't forget to follow if you are not already and I hope to see you next time!


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In the header photo (above), The Earl of Glencairn has made a wildly successful attack across the Avon bridge and is rapidly securing a foothold on the eastern bank as more and more of his heavy pikes swarm across the bridge.
The bridge and the ford are significant obstacles to the large pike blocks deployed on both sides. Even without opposition it takes multiple activations to maneuver the columns comprising the block into position to cross on such a narrow front.
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To win, Arran must prevent the possibility of the young king joining Lennox. At the end of next turn he will start drawing for the king's arrival. It is imperative that the king not be given an easy escape path. Things will become very interesting if Glencairn manages to break Angus.
The basic rules engine for this game is To the Strongest! but played at a more granular level. Much of the pike versus pike fighting is using the tactical mechanism from The Flowers of the Forest which really matches by current understanding of the subject. I have added in some of my own rules for scouting and information flow. At this period in Britain the commanders are less the "battle managers" of the Italian Wars and more the front line soldiers of the medieval period, a situation that seriously messes with command and control.


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Symptoms Of Acute Viral Bronchitis: Acute bronchitis
Bronchitis contagious? Learn about bronchitis, an inflammation of the lining of the lungs. Bronchitis can be aggravated from other lung ailments, cigarette smoking, COPD, and colds. Research bronchitis treatments and symptoms.
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We offer appointments in Florida, Arizona and Minnesota. Our newsletter keeps you up to date on a broad variety of health issues. For chronic bronchitis or either acute bronchitis, signals and symptoms may include: If you've got acute bronchitis, you may have.
Just a small piece of acute bronchitis infections are caused by nonviral agents, with the most common organism being Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Study findings suggest that Chlamydia pneumoniae may be another nonviral cause of acute bronchitis. The obstructive symptoms of acute bronchitis, as determined by spirometric studies, have become similar to those of mild asthma. In one study. Forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV), mean forced expiratory flow during the midst of forced vital capacity (FEF) and peak flow values dropped to less than 80 percent of the predicted values in nearly 60 percent of patients during episodes of acute bronchitis.
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Pneumoniae infection in adults with new-onset asthma imply that untreated chlamydial infections may have a function in the transition from the acute inflammation of bronchitis to the chronic inflammatory changes of asthma. Patients with acute bronchitis usually have a viral respiratory infection with transient inflammatory changes that produce sputum and symptoms of airway obstruction. Evidence of reversible airway obstruction even when not infected Symptoms worse during the work but have a tendency to improve during weekends, holidays and vacations Persistent cough with sputum production on a daily basis for a minimum of three months Upper airway inflammation and no evidence of bronchial wheezing Signs of infiltrate on the chest radiograph Evidence of increased interstitial or alveolar fluid on the chest radiograph Usually related to a precipitating event, such as smoke inhalation Signs of reversible airway obstruction even when not infected Symptoms worse during the work week but tend to improve during weekends, holidays and vacations Persistent cough with sputum production on a daily basis for a minimum of three months Upper airway inflammation and no signs of bronchial wheezing Signs of infiltrate on the chest radiograph Signs of increased interstitial or alveolar fluid on the chest radiograph Typically related to a precipitating Occasion, such as smoke inhalation Asthma and allergic bronchospastic disorders, like allergic aspergillosis or bronchospasm as a result of other environmental and occupational exposures, can mimic the productive cough of acute bronchitis.
Bronchitis Treatment Methods - Bronchitis Treatment For Chronic and Acute Bronchitis (Hindi)
Bronchitis Treatment Methods - Bronchitis Treatment For Chronic and Acute Bronchitis (Hindi) : Treat bronchitis with saltwater, almonds and lemon water.
However, the coughs due to bronchitis can continue for up to three weeks or more after all other symptoms have subsided. Most physicians rely on the existence of a consistent dry or wet cough as evidence of bronchitis. Signs will not support the general use of antibiotics in acute bronchitis. Acute bronchitis shouldn't be treated with antibiotics unless microscopic evaluation of the sputum reveals large numbers of bacteria. Acute bronchitis usually lasts a couple of days or weeks. Should the cough last more than a month, some physicians may issue a referral to an otorhinolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat doctor) to see whether a state besides bronchitis is causing the irritation.
Both Kids and Adults can Get Acute Bronchitis
Most healthy individuals who get acute bronchitis get better without any issues. After having an upper respiratory tract disease for example the flu or a cold often someone gets acute bronchitis a day or two. Respiration in things that irritate the bronchial tubes, for example smoke can also causes acute bronchitis. The most common symptom of acute bronchitis is a cough that normally is not wet and hacking at first.
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from your lungs. Bronchitis may be either acute or long-term. Chronic bronchitis, an affliction that is more severe, is a persistent irritation or inflammation of the bronchial tubes, often as a result of smoking. Chronic bronchitis is among the conditions contained in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Acute upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) include colds, flu and diseases of the throat, nose or sinuses. Bigger volume nasal washes and saline nose spray have become very popular as one of several treatment alternatives for URTIs, and they've been shown to have some effectiveness for chronic sinusitis and nasal operation that was following. This is a well-conducted systematic review and the decision appears reputable. Find all (14) Outlines for consumersCochrane writers reviewed the available evidence from randomised controlled trials on the use of antibiotics for adults with acute laryngitis. Acute upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) contain colds, flu and infections of the throat, nose or sinuses. This review found no evidence for or against the use of fluids that were increased .
Infectious Bronchitis Generally Starts Runny Nose, Sore Throat, Fatigue, and Chilliness
When bronchitis is serious, temperature may be somewhat higher at 101 to 102 F (38 to 39 C) and may last for 3 to 5 days, but higher temperatures are unusual unless bronchitis is due to flu. Airway hyperreactivity, which is a short term narrowing of the airways with limit or damage of the quantity of air flowing into and from the lungs, is not uncommon in acute bronchitis. The impairment of airflow may be triggered by common exposures, including inhaling light irritants (for instance, cologne, strong odors, or exhaust fumes) or chilly air. Elderly individuals may have unusual bronchits symptoms, including confusion or accelerated respiration, rather than fever and cough.


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Saturday, November 5, 2011
Bradford Kwik Fill robbed
Bradford police say two men robbed the Kwik Fill on East Main Street last night. The men walked into the store, allegedly threatened a female clerk with a knife and demanded money. After allowing the cash registered to be emptied, the clerk locked herself in a restroom for safety. The direction of travel of the suspects is unknown, but store video footage may help police. The men reportedly covered their faces. A short distance away, police discovered a crossbow stolen earlier in the day, but could not speculate if it was used in the robbery. It's unclear gow much cash the robbers made off with. No injuries were reported.
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"Carry On." "We Are Young." "Give Me Just a Reason." The list goes on and on — so what happens when you want to talk shop with the man behind multiple hit songs that have dominated popular music over the past few years? Drink. We met Nate Ruess down at Alphabet City Beer Co. on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to talk about his brand-new solo album, Grand Romantic, among other topics. The rules of this drinking interview were simple: Nate must answer the question or he has to take a sip. Here's how it all went down.
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Would you rather never fall in love or experience love once but never see that person again?
Experience love once.
Would you rather swim in a pool full of pudding or jello?
What's your favorite song on your upcoming album?
The song "Grand Romantic"…today. It always changes. OK, I'll drink to that.
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If you could work with anyone in history who would you collaborate with?
George Washington! You could use those wooden teeth as a wood block.
Are you a dog person or cat person?
Dog person.
What's your favorite word?
Today it's "conglomerate." Tomorrow it's endoplasmic reticulum.
What about the next day?
Whitney Jefferson / BuzzFeed
What inspired you to become a musician?
Other music.
What's your dream vacation?
The moon!
Favorite curse word?
Shit, um… Shit?
Beyoncé or Beck?
Beck! But I don't have to choose, so…
What's the last dream you had?
Oh god, I can't…
Whitney Jefferson / BuzzFeed
What's your weirdest habit?
Oh god, I think it might be drinking… during the day! It gets weird.
What was your favorite thing about growing up in Arizona?
Leaving Arizona.
Do you have a crazy fan story?
No! Do I have to take a sip for that?
I think so.
Whitney Jefferson / BuzzFeed
What was the inspiration behind ''Great Big Storm''?
Just watching my parents or other people around kind of just…struggling to make it, and seeing them make it.
Pick one: the ocean or the city?
The city.
Bacon or Nutella?
Nutella? I take that back! I take it back because I don't keep Nutella around but, like, I try to keep bacon around on the reg. Bacon.
Instagram or Twitter?
Well, I have nothing to share other than my music. Otherwise I'm quite content.
If you could ask Oprah one question, what would it be?
Whitney Jefferson / BuzzFeed
Do you still have "Dog Problems"?
Always, every day.
Vinyl or MP3?
What's your favorite season?
Oh, oh, oh… I don't want to drink to this one! I'm going to go with spring.
What's one thing you haven't achieved that you would like to?
I would like to run a marathon. Go to college! So that I have an excuse for the drinking.
Would you rather be in love with a girl who "doesn't get it" or won't "compromise"?
Won't compromise.
What song on your album best describes you?
All of them — it's, like, my album! Other than the one that talks about me hating children and wanting to kill the whales…
What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given?
"Don't drive your van over 80 miles per hour if it's carrying a trailer or the van will blow up."
Why is there a period in fun.?
Because, because… It's a word that I'm sure there were like a trillion other bands [that had it] and we had to differentiate ourselves.
Are you a "grand romantic"?
Absolutely. I'll drink to that.
Whitney Jefferson / BuzzFeed
You came up with "Nothing Without Love" in the shower. Are there other songs you've written in the shower?
Yeah, every day. My best songs and worst songs, all in the shower. I have a shower where I know that my neighbors can't hear me, so I just go to town.
How do you know they can't hear you, though?
I more so hope and pray. I also put the recording studio in my house — they hate me.
If you were stranded on a desert island, who would you want to be stranded with?
The cast of Lost? I don't know. Tom Hanks in Castaway? A ball with the face on it? Gilligan! I'd absolutely be stuck with Gilligan.
Whitney Jefferson / BuzzFeed
Are you still not as sad as you used to be?
No, I'm sadder. Quite sadder. But I'm also happier than I used to be.
What's the first thing you'd grab in a fire?
I'm burning down.
What would you do if you weren't a musician?
Go to college! Get an education. I don't know specifically because I've never been but I hear you do this [drinking], at least from what I've heard.
You've played many colleges, though.
I have played colleges. Things have gone very badly.
What's the best thing about being a solo artist?
I'm totally responsible for my own schedule so I can be like, I don't wanna do that, or not have to discuss that with anybody. And then I can go back to bed.
What's the hardest thing about being solo?
Approving photos of my face. I don't like to look at it.
What's the best thing about being in a band?
I think it's that you kind of link up, three people collectively becoming one brand.
What's the hardest thing about being in a band?
Three people collectively becoming one brand.
Which song on your new album took the longest to write?
Whitney Jefferson / BuzzFeed
I will drink to that because they all ended up taking a long-ass time, but I adhere to "if it's a good song, it shouldn't take that long to write." But I did sit with certain lyrics forever, like, being precious about it, so.
Is there anything else we should know about the album?
On the Beck song I knew what I wanted the guitar solo to be played so I just sang it — which, I've sang guitar solos on songs before — but on this one it's cool because I'm looking over and Beck is trying to play a song where I'm like, "Meow, meow."
When I sign a guitar solo on an album it kind of sounds like a cat, because I sing meow, meow, meow, meow… I do that, but then I try to sound as much like a guitar as possible.
What was it like working with Beck?
He's about the coolest person I've ever met.
Whitney Jefferson / BuzzFeed
…Do I have to finish this thing?
Your choice!
Grand Romantic is out now and available wherever music is sold.


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So, I had to invite myself over to my sister's over an hour away; she wasn't shy about stating she didn't really want me there because it was invading her family time. Um, last time I checked we were all a family, and I can't imagine ever closing out any family member in a time of need, but I digress...in the end, she came around, and I did go there with my kids. Things were going along fine, til she felt the need to insert herself into a dispute I've been having with my dad (he hasn't spoken to me for over a year - his decision, not mine, and he's done this to every family member at some point, including this sister, it's just my turn now), and I tried to defend my position. She went into an uncontrollable rage, as I've seen in the past, and threw me and my children out of her house on Christmas.
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This is a true account that happened after a heavy downpour on 16 Oct 2008 to a friend's friend who's working in Cycle & Carriage Bintang Berhad, Petaling Jaya. Time is bad and the day you take for granted on your safety, that could be the day you'll live to regret it.
Praying to God for his protection is definitely a need but our neglectful lifestyle should be looked into.
Dear Colleagues,
I would like to share my experience with you on what actually happened last night while on my way back from the office alone.
It was raining heavily while I left the office about 7.00pm and I was caught in the traffic jam along the way home. On reaching Kampung Tunku, I noticed some bikes tailing me closely. My reaction was bikes riders will not be so gentle on the road, even on rainy days, they often speed. As I could not view clearly in the downpour, I activated my rear windshield wiper to have a better look.
I saw three bikes behind me. Following that, one rider moved in front of my car towards the left and two riders were behind me for a while. And I heard a very loud crashing sound at the rear of my car.
I did not stop to investigate but accelerated and continued my journey home despite whatever damages I have to incur for repairs. After a while, the three bikers went missing and guess what next. A breakdown tow truck was behind me next. Along the way, my drive was not comfortable as I felt that my car was not moving in the right way.
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We always read and heard that such incidents are happening daily, and this time I experienced this myself.
Please inform all your wives and loves ones not to stop the car while driving alone, just carry on the journey.
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6 Healthy-Eating Secrets Nutritionists Use While Traveling
Whether it's for work or play, setting out on a trip is one of life's greatest pleasures. Something about stepping away from your ordinary routine is just so appealing, even if you're traveling for business. It really can be an escape, and the freeing feeling often extends to our diet. According to a 2012 TripAdvisor survey, 29% of travelers said they typically gain weight on vacation. The amount can obviously vary, but even a few pounds can seem like a nightmare to shed once you're home.
Without your regular kitchen and grocery store, eating well often seems impossible. Though there won't be access to exactly the same resources, you don't have to abandon your efforts to eat healthy. We spoke to two nutritionist experts about their strategies for warding off weight gain while hitting the road, and it's advice anyone can use. Follow their tips to have a great trip without feeling like you have to eat nothing but kale for the next three weeks.
1. Always bring your own snacks on the road
Sticking to a rigid plan of three square meals just doesn't work for traveling. Getting caught in traffic or enduring a flight delay means your usual lunch might get pushed back several hours. Pretty soon, your grumbling stomach is going to force you to eat anything you can get your hands on. In these situations, packing your own food is the best way to avoid the lure of junk food.
Road trips offer the most flexibility. "If you can pack a cooler, do it," said Amy Shapiro, R.D. and founder of Real Nutrition NYC. "This is the best way to bring fresh, healthy snacks and meals with you. You can bring anything you want and be prepared for any situation." Of course, you need to make smart choices when you're planning your snacks. Garrett Berdan, chef, R.D.N. and culinary nutrition consultant, said he usually goes for carrots, apples, and nuts. "I like foods that crunch when I'm on road trips," he said. "They keep me awake and alert."
In the event you don't have time to prepare food ahead of time, gas stations have more than just chips and candy. Shapiro suggested seeking out low-sodium trail mix or bars made with fruit and nuts.
2. Know your options at airports
When flying, things can be a little bit trickier. The limitations on liquids can make it difficult to pack certain foods, so you need to know what you're up against. "If you can, research the terminal you will be flying out of before you get to the airport," Shapiro said. "That way, you can see what options you will have." If there's a coffee shop, chances are you'll have some decent choices. "I was recently at Sea-Tac Airport and was delighted to see a fresh red plum as a grab-and-go option," Berdan said.
Even if you think you're covered, it's always good to have a backup plan. "To be safe, pack small snacks in your carry-on, like nuts, dried fruit, or protein bars," Shapiro suggested. "Even an apple or banana will do."
3. Be wary of complimentary food
Most folks are so excited about getting free food, they tend to forget those calories still count. Even small bites here and there can add up by the end of the day. Take the in-flight snacks, for example. "It's great to get a refreshment, but you have to keep those calories in check when sitting on your butt in the airplane seat," Berdan said. His pick? Club soda.
Once you arrive at the hotel, the same rule holds true. Continental breakfasts might be friendly to your wallet, but not so much for your waist if you aren't careful. "Stay away from the buffet and free pastries," Shapiro said. "Just because they're free doesn't mean they don't have calories."
4. Prioritize breakfast
The advice to start your day with a healthy breakfast shouldn't take a backseat just because your routine is a bit different. Shapiro said eating a healthy morning meal is the best way to set yourself on the right track, and it gives you a little bit more freedom to indulge at dinner, when you're more likely to eat rich foods. Her recommendations include vegetable omelets and Greek yogurt topped with fruit and nuts.
Berdan echoes the advice about getting good nutrition in the morning, and he never leaves it up to chance. "One of my first stops on vacation is the grocery store," he said. "I load up on easy protein, whole-grain foods, and fruit so I can always start my day with a nourishing breakfast." If you have access to a stove, you can even pick up some eggs.
Another good strategy for breakfast is choosing room service over the downstairs buffet. Shapiro explained, "It takes a lot of temptation out of the picture and if you don't order it, you can't eat it!"
5. Share with your family or friends
Even the biggest food lovers can stay on track while eating some new, delicious eats. "I love to eat," Berdan said. "That's why I'm in the food service field." He particularly likes to try regional specialties. Most of these foods come with a lot of fat and calories, though. Chicago is famous for hot dogs and pizza. The south is known for fried chicken and smothered pork chops. What you don't see is a destination known for its spinach salad.
You can still enjoy these treats, you just have to be a little bit smarter about it. "If I'm traveling with others, I'll negotiate a plate partnership and share something decadent, then balance it with a salad or interesting vegetable small plate," Berdan said. Shapiro likes the approach as well, especially for sweets. "You'd be surprised how satisfying only three bites of rich dessert can be," she said.
6. Don't beat yourself up if you overindulge
OK, so maybe you screwed up. You had way too many drinks or ate an entire steak plus a slice of cake. It's not the end of the world, so don't punish yourself by feeling like you can't eat anything for the next two days. "Take on every day as a new opportunity to eat right and stay on track," Shapiro suggested. "Start all over with a healthful breakfast, and take it from there."
Don't forget about the role of staying active, either. Fitting in a workout is one of Berdan's favorite ways to feel good after a day of overindulging. "I like to run and explore wherever I've traveled to," he said, but he also admitted it's not always an option for certain locations. Most hotels have gyms, and you can even work up a sweat without additional equipment. Berdan said he likes to do a bodyweight circuit with exercises like squats, burpees, push-ups, and planks.


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The Hanlian Chinese Calligraphy Club is composed of artists each of whom specializes in a different style and is currently under the leadership of Mr. Wu San-Xian, an artist who has earned permanent exemption from censorship in the Taiwan Provincial Fine Arts Exhibition. The members hold a gathering every two months to discuss Chinese calligraphy, take a close look at different styles, and observe other Chinese calligraphy pieces to learn from people before them as well as to improve their techniques. This is a group exhibition that includes Chinese calligraphy pieces done by its members in styles in which they excel. The artists would like to invite all Chinese calligraphy lovers to come and share their ideas and thoughts with everybody.
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United States Court of Appeals, First Circuit
April 12, 2018
PETER HIAM, Plaintiff, Appellant, BROOKE HUTCHENS, Plaintiff,v.HOMEAWAY.COM, INC., Defendant, Appellee.
MASSACHUSETTS Hon. William G. Young, U.S. District Judge
C. Traficonte for appellant.
Jonathan M. Albano, with whom Amanda V. McGee and Morgan,
Lewis & Bockius LLP were on brief, for appellee.
Lynch, Stahl, and Kayatta, Circuit Judges.
KAYATTA, Circuit Judge.
into parting with thousands of dollars to reserve a vacation
rental property in Belize that apparently did not exist,
plaintiff Peter Hiam sued the owner of the website on which
he found the ersatz tropical villa, claiming that the
website's guarantee misled him. The district court
granted summary judgment to the website's owner,
HomeAway.com, Inc. ("HomeAway"). On appeal, Hiam
argues that the district court incorrectly applied
Massachusetts consumer protection law. Finding no error in
the judgment, we affirm.
we are reviewing an order granting summary judgment to
HomeAway, we recite the facts in the light most favorable to
Hiam, the nonmoving party. Walsh v. TelTech Sys.,
Inc., 821 F.3d 155, 157-58 (1st Cir. 2016). Hiam
enlisted the help of his adult son, Christopher, to plan a
family vacation for the end of 2014. In April 2014,
Christopher (on behalf of his father) checked for possible
opportunities on VRBO.com, a website owned and operated by
HomeAway. The parties agree that VRBO.com (short for
"vacation rentals by owner") is a website-based
business that allows property owners to advertise their
vacation rentals to the public. VRBO.com acts like a
searchable online bulletin board; it allows property owners
to list their properties, but HomeAway does not itself own or
manage any properties, nor does it make itself a party to any
contracts between property owners and renters.
browsing VRBO.com's offerings, Christopher identified a
promising option purportedly located in Placencia, Belize.
The "Jewels of Belize" estate advertised itself as
a beachfront property with room for fourteen people, a
private chef, transportation around Belize, and other
amenities. Communicating at first through the VRBO website
and then directly by email with a purported representative
from the estate, Hiam and his son decided to book the
property for a one-week period at the end of 2014 into early
2015. The total cost for the rental was $46, 565, which Hiam
sent to the purported proprietors in two equal installments
paid in April and October of 2014. Silence then ensued, and
Hiam shortly thereafter realized he had been taken. The
Jewels of Belize, it appears, did not even exist.
December of 2014, Hiam directed his son to contact HomeAway
for help. Two months later, HomeAway customer service
informed the Hiams that HomeAway removed the listing for the
property from the VRBO site "because [HomeAway was]
uncertain of the availability of the property" and
because no response had been received from the owner.
Nonetheless, HomeAway told the Hiams that it had concluded
that the property was real and legitimate, and offered them
no further assistance. By this point in time, HomeAway had
received customer service inquiries from Brooke Hutchens and
two other unnamed individuals, each of whom claimed that the
Jewels of Belize had similarly defrauded them of thousands of
dollars. And previously, in August 2014, other individuals
had written in to alert HomeAway that the listing was "a
totally bogus scam" and depicted a property located on a
Caribbean island.
At the
time, HomeAway maintained a limited refund policy called the
"Basic Rental Guarantee" (the
"Guarantee"). We attach a copy of the Guarantee as
an appendix to this opinion. The Guarantee offered a maximum
$1000 refund to customers who fell victim to "Internet
Fraud, " as determined and defined by HomeAway, but only
when customers satisfied a series of conditions and
requirements. To qualify, the customer needed to have been a
"Registered Traveler" within the meaning of the
Guarantee's terms, have paid for the rental through a
covered payment method (excluding wire transfer services like
Western Union), have been denied a refund from the payment
provider and the property owner, and have reported the
alleged fraud to HomeAway within just seven business days of
the first event giving rise to the refund request.
Additionally, the $1000 refund was only payable if HomeAway
determined, in its "reasonable discretion, " that
the complained-of listing constituted "Internet Fraud,
" meaning it was "fictitious or illegitimate"
because the property did not exist or because it was
advertised with the intent of defrauding travelers.
does not seek the $1000 refund offered by the Guarantee.
Rather, he claims that the Guarantee caused him to lose $46,
565 by misleading him into believing that HomeAway made
reasonable efforts to keep fraudulent listings off its site.
And because it seems that HomeAway does nothing to check out
offerings before posting them, Hiam argues that HomeAway is
liable for common law fraud and for engaging in unfair or
deceptive trade practices under Massachusetts' Chapter
93A. Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 93A, § 2(a) ("Chapter
93A"). The district court concluded as a matter of law
that the Guarantee was not deceptive or fraudulent in the
manner alleged, and disposed of the three counts in
Hiam's complaint that hinge on accepting his construction
of the Guarantee as a deceptive representation.[1] Hiam v.
HomeAway.com, Inc., 267 F.Supp.3d 338, 352 (D. Mass.
2017). Hiam appeals this ruling.[2]
arguments on appeal train principally on the use of the word
"guarantee" in the title of the "Basic Rental
Guarantee." The pivotal question, one we consider de
novo, is whether under Massachusetts law we should construe
the use of the word "guarantee" as a representation
or warranty by HomeAway to its users that some degree of
pre-screening or verification of listings takes place.
argues that the answer is yes, but this argument fails in the
starting blocks because there is no language at all in the
Guarantee that makes any such representation or warranty. The
document simply establishes a process for obtaining a refund
of up to $1000, subject to various conditions. The document
also references a separate program in which, for a fee,
HomeAway offers the ability to participate in a broader
refund plan that covers more risks and pays up to $10, 000.
The only mention at all of any screening whatsoever by
HomeAway takes the form of a condition to payment; that is,
HomeAway will not pay a refund claim unless, among other
things, the "listing is subsequently determined to be,
in HomeAway's reasonable discretion, fictitious or
illegitimate." In other words, when a qualified user
timely makes a claim for a limited refund, HomeAway at that
time checks out the listing and pays the specified refund if
it determines in its reasonable discretion that the offering
is illegitimate.
in this arrangement implies that HomeAway checked out the
listing before receiving a claim under the Guarantee. And if
there were any doubt on this point, the website's terms
and conditions (by which all "Registered
Traveler[s]" agree to be bound) would eliminate it.
HomeAway states in those terms and conditions that "[w]e
have no duty to pre-screen content posted on the Site by
members, travelers or other users." HomeAway also
"specifically disclaim[s] any and all liability arising
from the alleged accuracy of the listings" and advises
customers that they are "solely responsible for
verifying the accuracy of . . . content and
by the force of the Guarantee's actual terms, Hiam points
to regulations adopted under Chapter 93A. See 940
Mass. Code Regs. 3.01 & 3.03. Hiam construes these
regulations as transforming the word "guarantee" as
used in any consumer advertising into some type of
"representation" about "some characteristic of
the product or service." In the case of VRBO.com
listings, Hiam says that the implicit
"characteristic" of the products offered on the
site is their reasonably verified authenticity as a result of
VRBO.com's self-policing.
reviewed the subject regulations de novo, Smith v.
Jenkins, 732 F.3d 51, 70-71 (1st Cir. 2013), we find
nothing that deems every "guarantee, " no matter
how worded, to be a representation of some fact concerning
the guaranteed product. To the contrary, one subsection of
the regulations describes that an additional duty by a seller
is triggered "[w]here guarantees are employed in such a
manner as to constitute representations of material
facts." 940 Mass. Code Regs. 3.03(7). That wording
plainly presumes that the word "guarantee" can be
used in some other manner (such as, for example, to assure a
refund in the event the consumer is not satisfied).
93A regulations identify several characteristics that a
guarantee should have in order to avoid being deceptive: it
should "clearly and conspicuously disclose" the
"nature and extent of the guarantee, " including
"[w]hat product or part of the product" is covered,
what part of the product is excluded, the "duration of
the guarantee, " and what a claimant "must do
before the guarantor will fulfill his obligation under the
guarantee." 940 Mass. Code Regs. 3.03(1). Further, it
must clearly identify the guarantor and disclose
"exactly what the guarantor undertakes to do under the
guarantee." Id. 3.03(1)(b). In turn, and
tellingly, the regulation lists a "refund" as an
example of what a guarantor may undertake to do. Id.
HomeAway Guarantee performs each of these functions. It
clearly discloses that the "nature and extent of the
guarantee" is a conditional limited refund of 50% of the
amount paid, up to $1000. Any amount lost above that is
excluded from coverage. Section 4.9 of the Guarantee
specifies the duration of the guarantee, requiring the
consumer to notify HomeAway within seven business days of the
"first event giving rise to" the reimbursement
request. Section 1 requires the claimant to do a number of
things before becoming eligible under the Guarantee,
including requesting and being denied a refund from the
property owner. The Guarantee lists these prerequisites in
bullet points in a section that begins, "You qualify for
the Program if you do all of the following." Subsequent
sections add further detail to those requirements. Finally,
the Guarantee explains exactly what the guarantor will do
upon receiving a qualifying complaint: pay up to $1000 if
funds are lost as a result of "Internet Fraud, " a
defined term.
agree with the district court that a factfinder could
determine that HomeAway implicitly promises to conduct some
kind of after-the-fact investigation before denying an
otherwise qualifying refund claim. Hiam, 267
F.Supp.3d at 352. We also share Hiam's bewilderment that,
after claiming to investigate the listing, HomeAway concluded
that the Jewels of Belize property was legitimate. HomeAway
could not even reach the putative owners, and by the time it
responded to Hiam, it had received the complaints of several
others who, during the same timeframe, lost money to the
fraudsters and complained to customer service or otherwise
wrote in to alert HomeAway that the listing was a "bogus
scam booking." But Hiam does not argue that he otherwise
qualified for a refund (i.e., that he was a "Registered
Traveler" who made a timely claim, etc.). Nor does he
argue that any deficiency in HomeAway's investigation of
his complaint otherwise caused him any harm. Hiam also
expressly disavows any attempt to claim a refund under the
actual terms of the Guarantee. He also failed to develop in
the district court or on appeal, in other than a fleeting and
cursory manner, any contention that HomeAway owed him a duty
of care in investigating the complaints of others and caused
him harm by breaching that duty. CMM Cable Rep, Inc. v.
Ocean Coast Props., Inc., 97 F.3d 1504, 1525-26 (1st
Cir. 1996) (arguments not made before the district court
cannot be raised for the first time on appeal); United
States v. Zannino, 895 F.2d 1, 17 (1st Cir. 1990)
(arguments made in only a perfunctory manner are deemed
waived). In sum, Hiam's claim concerning the effect of
HomeAway's Guarantee is limited, and so too is our
holding in response: we agree with the district court that
the Guarantee itself is not misleading or deceptive under
Massachusetts law in the manner alleged by Hiam.
also sought to hold HomeAway liable under a regulation that
prohibits any "seller of travel services" from
making deceptive or misleading representations. 940 Mass.
Code Regs. 15.02 & 15.03. The district court rejected
this claim because it decided that HomeAway was not a
"seller of travel services" as defined in the
applicable regulations. 267 F.Supp.3d at 348. The district
court also determined that even if the regulations applied in
this instance, they would be preempted by Section 230 of the
Communications Decency Act ("CDA"), 47 U.S.C.
§ 230. 267 F.Supp.3d at 348-49.
argues that HomeAway "arranges" travel services, so
it fits the regulation's definition of a "seller of
travel services." 940 Mass. Code Regs. 15.02. And as a
seller of travel services, Hiam argues, HomeAway violated the
regulation (and therefore Chapter 93A) by "representing
to Peter Hiam that the fictitious property . . . was
'legitimate, '" a false representation made in
contravention of 940 Mass. Code. Regs. 15.03.[3]
We have
already rejected Hiam's argument that the Guarantee
itself entailed any representation concerning the
authenticity of listings. So we assume that Hiam is referring
to the specific representation that "the property is
legitimate" made by HomeAway in an email response to
Hiam's customer service complaint. While the record would
adequately support a finding that this after-the-fact
representation was false, Hiam says nothing at all regarding
how such an after-the-fact misrepresentation caused him any
injury, nor does he develop any argument that he can prevail
without proof of some injury. See Hershenow v. Enter.
Rent-A-Car Co. of Bos., Inc., 840 N.E.2d 526, 533 (Mass.
2006) (recovery under Chapter 93A's private right of
action requires a showing of loss). Thus, without deciding
whether HomeAway is a "seller of travel services"
or whether the CDA would apply if so, we affirm the grant of
summary judgment as to this claim.
final grievance on appeal is that he was unfairly ambushed by
the district court's resolution of the merits of his
claims, given that HomeAway sought summary judgment on the
grounds that the CDA, which immunizes websites from liability
for content posted by third parties, barred his suit. We see
no such ambush. HomeAway's request to resolve the entire
case based on CDA immunity reasonably put Hiam on notice of
the need to show that he had viable claims that did not rely
on the mere maintenance of the website or on the actions of
third parties, but rather relied, in Hiam's words, on
"HomeAway's own actions and representations."
See Universal Commc'n Sys., Inc. v. Lycos, Inc.,
478 F.3d 413, 419 (1st Cir. 2007) (interactive computer
service providers remain liable for their own speech). And in
opposing summary judgment, Hiam did, "in an abundance of
caution, " marshal his ammunition in support of the
merits of his claims, submitting a statement of material
facts and a memorandum that used the merits of his claims as
reasons for rejecting CDA immunity. At that point in the
proceedings, discovery had come to a close, save for one
deposition of a HomeAway representative whose statements may
have shed light on HomeAway's investigatory activities
generally. Hiam filed no request under Federal Rule of Civil
Procedure 56(d) to obtain more discovery before the court
ruled on the summary judgment motion. ...
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ACOSVO board self-assessment and skills audit: https://www.acosvo.org.uk/path-impact-resources
Child abuse and neglect in the UK today: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/services-and-resources/research-and-resources/pre- 2013/child-abuse-and-neglect-in-the-uk-today/ Radford, L. et al (2011)
Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Framework: http://www.evaluationsupportscotland.org.uk/media/uploads/prevention_framework_for_website_prevention_page.pdf
Children and young people with harmful sexual behaviours, Hackett, S. (2014)
Early Intervention Foundation, "Making an Early Intervention Business Case: Evidence and resources".
Equally Safe - A Delivery Plan for Scotland's Strategy to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls: http://www.gov.scot/Publications/2017/11/5647
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The Lasting Difference: tools for organisational sustainability www.TheLastingDifference.com
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