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by Mouse5 » January 14th, 2017, 3:52 pm
kerz wrote:That's in the cards, and was part of why this broke. Lots to do, little time.
by Mouse5 » November 15th, 2016, 3:50 pm
kerz wrote:Many thanks to OSU for help. We had a snafu with the main database, and it took a while to shake out all the issues. Thanks for your patience!
by DanRaisch » November 3rd, 2016, 3:33 pm
by Mouse5 » November 3rd, 2016, 3:24 pm
Grumpus wrote:@-Arch- Alice is one person and at last look Firefox and Chrome are running neck and neck. With changes coming it might be good to look at the changes instead of the "Chicken Little" factors.Not supporting anything, just watching and waiting in the here and now and avoiding the screaming change nitwits.IMO Chrome isn't Mozilla and to change the 'zine to provide for a non-Mozilla package would go against singularity.Any Chrome dialogue should always go in the tech forum anyway.
by Grumpus » November 3rd, 2016, 4:25 am
by Mouse5 » November 2nd, 2016, 2:44 pm
Grumpus wrote:@-Arch- for the old ones who haven't become androids.
by Grumpus » November 2nd, 2016, 5:57 am
by Mouse5 » November 2nd, 2016, 12:44 am
by Mo_D » September 27th, 2016, 2:52 am
-Arch- wrote:complaintrs, bahh, just be thankfull that Kerz has restored the forum.
by Mouse5 » September 26th, 2016, 6:38 pm
by Mo_D » September 26th, 2016, 4:59 pm
James wrote:Support.mozilla.org is run by mozilla.org so why would they have any announcements about this independent forum?
by James » September 26th, 2016, 2:59 pm
Mo_D wrote:Here? https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/questions/allThat doesn't really look set up for announcements.I only ask because there were like 2 crashes within two weeks, and like at reddit in the firefox subreddit, people were asking about the prognosis of the site.Also, I'm kind of OCD sometimes, and I would keep coming to the site to see if it was back up yet. It would be nice if there was somewhere to find out what was up.
by Mo_D » September 26th, 2016, 1:43 pm
by DanRaisch » September 26th, 2016, 12:53 pm
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Mark December 1, 2011 as a special milestone in the history of BMW's Berlin Spandau plant, as the first production scooters from BMW Motorrad rolled off the assembly lines. It was an historic moment that has been a long time in coming. The first public announcement of BMW Motorrad's intention to enter the "Urban Mobility" segment came with the unveiling of the Concept C scooter at the EICMA fair in Milan, Italy in November 2010. The interest generated by this design study paved the way for the two production models – the C600 Sport and C650GT – which were also unveiled at EICMA only last month. An electric scooter, the Concept e, was shown at the Frankfurt International Motor Show last September and will lead to third scooter production model in the future.
On Thursday, December 1, at 11:00 CET, the first complete C600 Sport rolled off the production line, much to the delight of Andreas Müller, leader of the Maxi-Scooter project at the BMW factory in Berlin, who said, "It's a really proud day for everyone involved with the Maxi-Scooter project. This day has been a long time coming for us but everyone has been working tirelessly behind the scenes in the build-up to today's start of production. Our workforce and indeed the whole company is truly behind these exciting new developments for BMW Motorrad and is enthusiastic about our forthcoming entry to the Urban Mobility segment. We're all looking forwards to seeing the first C600 Sport and C650GT machines out on the road from next March."
On a dedicated production line, up to 78 Maxi-Scooters will be produced daily, with two shifts operating per day, five days a week. It currently takes around one-and-a-half hours to assemble a complete model. Interestingly, the Maxi-Scooters don't share the rotating 'hook' conveyer system as the other BMW motorcycles assembled at Berlin Spandau but have a new, dedicated assembly line that allows quick and easy flexibility as production increases. The Berlin workforce has also played an active role in the development and set-up of the assembly line.
This is the second significant milestone to be celebrated in 2011 at the BMW plant in Berlin Spandau. Earlier this year, on Friday, May 6, the two millionth motorcycle left the assembly lines. The special anniversary bike – an R1200GS – was unveiled to a selection of VIPs and journalists before being offered as a raffle prize as part of a campaign to promote the city worldwide.
Today's first Maxi-Scooter will not, however, be raffled off. It will be safeguarded by BMW Motorrad as part of its history. Advanced orders are already being taken for scooters to be delivered to customers in March 2012.

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Milton Rogovin, Social Documentary Photographer
BUFFALO NEWS, by Colin Dabkowski
Dec. 29th, 2011
"The year began sadly when, on January 18, legendary documentary photographer Milton Rogovin died at age 101. His passing was noted across the country, as fans of Rogovin's unflinching portraits of working-class people around the world remembered the photographer's skill, his passion and his unwavering dedication to the less fortunate members of society."
Social documentary photographer Milton Rogovin has been likened to the great social documentary photographers of the 19th and 20th Centuries, Lewis Hine and Jacob Riis. Milton, who lived to be 101 years old, dedicated his lifetime to creating photographs that speak of the humanity of working people, the poor and the forgotten ones. Milton's photographs are a part of the documentary photography collections of the Library of Congress, the J. Paul Getty Museum, the Center for Creative Photography and other distinguished institutions around the world.
The Rich Have Their Own Photographers
In 1957, Milton Rogovin was declared "The Top Communist in Buffalo". In reality, he was an optometrist actively registering Black voters. Refusing to be silenced, he found a new political voice - a camera. He began documenting Buffalo's poorest and working classes, and eventually, the world's. Collaborating with Pablo Neruda and others at the forefront of justice movements, documenting those he considers, "the Forgotten Ones". Through his photographs, Rogovin depicts the extreme inequalities that exist and conveys that message through beautiful works of art. For Rogovin, his prints are his protests; his only concern is the fight for social justice.
DVD, 60 min., Ezra Bookstein filmmaker, Telling Image Films
On December 27th, 2009, this film was aired for the first time on television on WNED Buffalo/Toronto. This powerful documentary should be shown across the nation! Please join the campaign to bring Milton's film to your PBS station.
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A Blacklisted Photographer who Took to the Streets, Weekend Edition Saturday - NPR, January 22, 2011
A special feature on Milton in the New York Times, LENS blog
"Acclaimed documentary photographer Milton Rogovin celebrates his 101st birthday with friends and family at his Buffalo home...", The Buffalo News, December 31, 2011.
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The People V. the Optometrist, by Arthur Bleich, Rangefinder Magazine for Professional Photographers, January 2010
The NY Times Lens Blog features Milton with numerous photographs from his various series, upcoming celebrations, new publications, the new Picture Man: The Poetry of Photographer Milton Rogovin film, his website and more. Published August 9, 2009.
Read more about Milton's current exhibitions and awards »
Accolades for film, "Picture Man"
We are very pleased to announce the film "Picture Man the Poetry of Photographer Milton Rogovin" has won 1st prize for short documentaries in the Bayou City Inspirational Film Festival.
Congratulations to the star of the show, Milton Rogovin, and the film's crew: Sharon Karp (Director/Editor), Jerri Zbiral (Production Managerl, Mark Rogovin (Producer), Isadore Bleckman (Cinematography), and Sheera Bleckman (Assistant Editor).
The festival is presented by the PROGRESS Arts Group Inc., a non-profit charitable arts and education organization whose mission is to educate and create opportunities through the arts - worldwide.
About this Site
This web site is put together by the family of Anne and Milton Rogovin. The site's primary function is to show the depth of the photography of our father and to pursue educational projects based on the photography. Besides these images being shown in museums and galleries, Milton and Anne expressed a strong desire that these photographs "help to feed and strengthen" the communities where the images were taken.


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Western Kentucky has turned the ball over five times in a span of six plays from scrimmage in the first quarter of its game with Tennessee.
Tennessee scored after each of the turnovers - including three interceptions by Brandon Doughty - to take a 31-3 lead.
The parade of turnovers started when Justin Coleman scored on a 23-yard interception return. After a 3-yard run by Keshawn Simpson on the next possession, Cameron Sutton scored on a 36-yard interception return.
On Western Kentucky's next play from scrimmage, Dontavis Sapp forced and recovered Simpson's fumble at the Western Kentucky 28, setting up Michael Palardy's 23-yard field goal.
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OTTAWA — Statistics Canada encountered several challenges in compiling a new National Household Survey that contains incomplete and possibly incorrect data — battling through floods, forest fires and low response rates in an attempt to capture the changing face of the country.
The agency is cautioning its voluntary National Household Survey, released Wednesday, contains significant gaps in data for a number of geographic areas and groups, including aboriginals, languages, immigrants and visible minorities.
Low response rates and resulting unreliable information in many areas means data were not reported for approximately 25 per cent of Statistics Canada's 4,567 census subdivisions, or municipalities.
The possibility of data gaps prompted federal opposition leaders to vow they'll bring back the long-form census if their parties form government, blasting the National Household Survey – which replaced it – as inadequate.
Statistics Canada warns the voluntary nature of the 2011 National Household Survey (NHS) means there's "non-response bias" in the results for certain populations and geographic areas.
Various other problems and the non-response bias in the NHS means the population counts of a number of groups are either overestimated or underestimated.
The issue of non-response bias is a concern because the characteristics of people who responded to the survey are different from those who refused to participate. That means there are gaps in the data from groups and communities that tend not to respond to voluntary surveys — including aboriginals, new immigrants and others.
The risk of non-response bias quickly increases as the response rate declines, so the smaller the group surveyed, the less reliable the information.
"It is impossible to definitively determine how much the NHS may be affected by non-response bias," Statistics Canada explains in its documents. "Generally, the risk of error increases for lower levels of geography and for smaller populations."
Some data, whose quality was not considered satisfactory, were suppressed (that is, not included) for certain small population or geographic areas, but were included at the national level.
National Household Survey estimates for any geographic area with what's called a "global non-response rate" of 50 per cent or more weren't published.
The end result is that data were published for 3,439 (75.3 per cent) of Canada's 4,567 census subdivisions (municipalities) with a population of more than 40, while one-quarter of the municipalities did not have data published. The information from municipalities not reported is included, however, in data for larger geographies at the provincial and federal level.
In Saskatchewan, NHS estimates are available for only 57.4 per cent of the province's census subdivisions (the lowest in Canada), while the Northwest Territories had data published for all of its subdivisions (the highest in Canada). Data were published for more than 80 per cent of the municipalities in Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia.
There are no guarantees, though, the data for individual municipalities are accurate because of the voluntary nature of the survey and bias that will be included, said Ivan Fellegi, Canada's former chief statistician.
"It's lurking like a monster in a dark apartment. You know in some room there may be a monster, but you don't know which room, so you go around and wait for it to jump out at you," Fellegi said in an interview.
"We won't ever know which is the good (data) and which is the bad. That's what worries me."
Communities across the country are worried about the reliability and availability of household survey data, which are used to plan public programs and projects, such as transit routes, hospitals, schools and social services.
"It's obviously a concern to us," said Karen Leibovici, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. "If we're not certain about the validity of the information that was provided . . . then the information doesn't become as reliable."
The next step for municipalities is to examine the data, identify potential gaps in the information, then deliver recommendations to the federal government on how to improve the survey in 2016, she said.
"There's obviously work to be done," she added.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Wednesday his government will look for ways to improve the household survey going forward, "but always in a way . . . that respects and balances the need for public data with the privacy rights of Canadians."
In 2010, the Conservative government announced it was scrapping the mandatory long-form census and replacing it with a voluntary survey. The government said Canadians had complained that the mandatory long-form census was coercive and intrusive.
On Wednesday, opposition leaders promised to bring back the long-form census if their parties form government, blasting the National Household Survey as unreliable and failing to provide the information needed to serve Canadians.
"What we get today is a much lower rate of return, less information on which to base government programs and taxpayer dollars are not going to be spent as efficiently as possible," said NDP Leader Tom Mulcair.
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau said Canadians have a Conservative government that is not interested in knowing the true picture of the country.
"A government that truly wishes to serve its people and give them the tools that they need to succeed needs to understand what it is Canadians need to succeed," Trudeau said.
Statistics Canada also encountered other problems that prevented it from surveying groups of Canadians such as First Nations.
A majority of Indian reserves participated in the 2011 National Household Survey; however, 36 of the 863 inhabited reserves were incompletely counted because enumeration was not permitted on some reserves, was interrupted before completion or because of natural events such as forest fires for 13 reserves in Northern Ontario. (Officials were able to return later to some reserves to complete the household survey, but the data were not ready for release on Wednesday).
"The issue of incompletely enumerated reserves has the most impact on HNS estimates for the First Nations population living on reserve as well as the Registered or Treaty Indian population living on reserve. Estimates for other populations will also be affected," says the NHS.
In 2006, there were 22 Indian reserves and settlements that were incompletely enumerated in the census.
Flooding in Quebec and Manitoba also posed challenges for enumerators during the 2011 survey.
The population counts of a number of groups are overestimated or underestimated, Statistics Canada warns.
For example, estimates and trends from other data sources suggest the Inuit population living outside of Inuit Nunangat is overestimated at the national level. (Inuit Nunangat includes the four Inuit regions of Northern coastal Labrador, Northern Quebec, territory of Nunavut and parts of the Northwest Territories).
As well, analysis of the data on same-sex married couples show this family type and marital status may be overestimated.
The 2011 NHS shows 63,920 same-sex couples in Canada, of which 20,280 are married couples. Both of these counts are believed to be overestimated at the national level somewhere between 0 and 3,800.
Statistics Canada also says evidence suggests the NHS estimates for the population born in the Philippines is overestimated at the national level.
Population estimates suggest the number of immigrants from the Philippines who entered Canada between January 2006 and June 2011 is 141,502, while the NHS estimate between January 2006 and the survey date of May 10, 2011 is larger (152,270).
Also, the population born in Pakistan is suggested to be underestimated in the 2011 household survey, as well as the Arab population.
Other problems were found in determining languages in Canada.
For example, evidence suggests the population who reported Malayo-Polynesian languages as their mother tongues is overestimated at the national level, while the population naming "Romance languages" (Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, Catalan and others) as their mother tongue appears to be underestimated, says Statistics Canada.
The National Household Survey was sent to approximately 4.5 million randomly selected households, or roughly 30 per cent of all Canadian dwellings.
Approximately 2.65 million Canadian households participated in the survey, for a response rate of 68.6 per cent among those homes that received the survey, or approximately 20 per cent of all households in Canada in 2011.
In 2006, the mandatory long-form census was sent to approximately one in five Canadian households, with a response rate of 93.5 per cent.
— With files from Lee Berthiaume, Postmedia News


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What started as a vanity project, a blog where I could vent my thoughts on psuedoarchaeology, has blossomed into a multi-bloomed flower of sorts. Each blossom requiring attention, and each one being as satisfying as the last. I'm talking about podcasting, of course.
Media, and the use of newer forms of media; podcasting, YouTube, twitter, Facebook, etc, is a weakness of Archaeology. Even with the influx of younger archaeologists into the field, those who should be more comfortable and accepting of digital media, it still seems to escape us as archaeologists. What is it? How does it work? What do we do with it?
When Chris Webster and Tristan Boyle launched the Archaeology Podcast Network (APN) back in late 2014, there were only about three (maybe 4) archaeology podcasts on the digital air. None of them were really aware of each other, and frankly, most people didn't even know they existed at all. Today the APN has 15 shows covering topics ranging from broad topics like CRM archaeology, technology in the field, terms, techniques and concepts, to specific topics like women in archaeology, debunking psuedoarchaeology, Caribbean archaeology, and archaeogaming. If you consider that the APN isn't even two yet, 15 shows is quite the achievement.
These shows attempt to educate and inform as well as entertain. They reach out to the archaeological community, trying to connect archaeologists together, and at the same time, reach out to the public and help them understand what it is we do. This is done with both female and male voices, both field and academically employed. It's Archaeology for everyone, as Chris once put it, and it's very effective at communicating.
So why are there not more shows out there? Why don't were hear one from every University that has an archaeology program? Why isn't there one for every sub-field of archaeology? One for every professional organization (I'm looking at you SAA)? One for every conference? We need to communicate with each other and with the public, so why aren't we using this medium to do so?
Maybe some of it has to do with the perceived cost in money and in time. I assure you, this need not be a barrier. You can record a decent enough podcast in a quiet room with a laptop and free recording software like Audacity or Garage-band. You don't even need an external mic, though sitting close to the computer is necessary. If you want to up your game a bit you can buy a cheep recording mic, and most of them are good as well as affordable. Simple soundproofing can be achieved with a large cardboard box and towels. Only the pros go all in and get the big mics and the soundproof rooms, but hey, if you've got the budget, go for it.
Time is another story. How long your finished show is, will determine how long you'll need to record. In my experience you should add 30 min to whatever the final show length is for recording. So an hour long show requires a minimum of an hour and a half to record. Editing can take a bit too depending on how familiar you are with the software, and how much you care about um's, ah's, and long pauses. Honestly, editing can be a time suck, but it's worth it to hear your finished piece. Still, this is not as much time as you would think, unless you're a procrastinator, and then I can't help you.
So with time and money out of the equation, why are there not more shows? Some people just don't want to do it, which is fine on an individual level, but when we get to the Professional and University level, this is less of a realistic excuse. Part of doing archaeology is making it accessible, and podcasting makes it accessible. This isn't even the Open Access argument that grates on a lot of professionals and academics. I'm not asking you to talk about sensitive material, just talk about what you do, how you do it, and why it's important. If it's interesting, people will listen, and they wont care that your audio quality is crappy, or that your intro music is midi, or that you only publish once a month.
Which leaves me with, suspicion and the avoidance of being vulnerable. Archaeologists seem to tend to be suspicious of new things. Even I am times, but we have to push past that. I see it happening every day, with the new influx of young archaeologists who are accustomed to social media and digital media. When I joined Twitter back in 2009, I looked for every archaeologist I could find on twitter to add to my feed. I had about 20. In the whole world of twitter in 2009 there were 20ish archaeologists using it, and most of us didn't have a clue what we were using it for. We did it anyway and we figured it out, and today, there are more archaeology twitter accounts than I can ever hope to follow sending me updates and pictures and artifact id challenges and blogs, etc. So if we can accept Twitter et al, why can we not make more podcasts (or even videos)?
I think some of it has to do with the avoidance of being vulnerable many professionals have. Making a recording, in real time, has the potential to catch a movement of vulnerability. A mistake, a misspoken word, the wrong date or term, an embarrassing laugh, an uncomfortable question. It's called being human and mistakes will be made. Yet somehow we've become petrified at the idea of being caught being wrong, and instead of just saying "oops" and either fixing it or apologizing for it, we'd rather not even try. This causes lots of problems, one of which is being seen as aloof and unapproachable to the public, and thereby being invisible.
Some will tell me that they are afraid of being taken out of context. Well let me tell you a thing. I've been working with pseudoarchaeology and the fringe for almost a decade now. It doesn't matter what you say, how you say it, or even IF you say it. You will be taken out of context by someone at some time and there isn't a damn thing you can do about it. So instead of hiding, come on out here and make create something informative and educational.
Podcasting is fun, it's refreshing to connect with others, and talk about shared topics with peers. It creates a medium that is being embraced by more and more people as technology advances. It can be quick and informative, long and educational, and interesting at either length. It's one of the best ways to communicate with the public, and it's accessible to most people. Pretty much anyone with the internet or a phone can hear your podcast these days, making it one of the best ways to educate and inform. Recording software is free, hosting sites like Sound-cloud are free, Or you can join forces with the APN and make an ever bigger, better Archaeology Podcast Network. The benefit to this would be access to people who are already using podcasting as a way to communicate (and maybe edit). So basically, there is no cost to this beyond time, and lets face it, you're probably supposed to be reaching out to the public anyway, why not make a lasting impression with a podcast that will live forever on the internet?
Join the podcasting revolution and spread Archaeology to the public, one show at a time.


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Mo Farah wins the 2011 'Bupa London 10,000'
Britain's double Olympic champion Mo Farah will get his first taste of an elite marathon on April 21 when he runs the first half of the 2013 Virgin London Marathon, an IAAF Gold Label Road Race, alongside some of the greatest Marathon runners of all time.
The Olympic 5000m and 10,000m champion has agreed to make his full Marathon debut at the 2014 London Marathon and will use this year's race to prepare himself for the challenge of tackling 26.2 miles. Farah's aim is to test himself against the best in the world while becoming familiar with the London course.
He will start with the elite men's field and run to half way in the company of athletes such as Marathon world record-holder Patrick Makau, Olympic champion Stephen Kiprotich and World champion Abel Kirui. The line-up contains six of the 10 quickest men of all time, and four previous London Marathon winners, including reigning London champion Wilson Kipsang and course record-holder Emmanuel Mutai.
Farah's appearance represents something of a homecoming for the west Londoner who enjoyed some of his earliest victories on the national stage when he won the London Mini Marathon three years in a row as a schoolboy between 1998 and 2000.
The London Marathon supported Farah's career as he developed into a world-beating athlete, going on to win two gold medals at the 2010 European Championships and claiming the World 5000m title before his double Olympic triumph at London 2012.
The London Marathon, in conjunction with UKA, have provided continuous support for the High Altitude Training Centre in Iten, Kenya where many British endurance runners train, especially Farah who is a regular visitor, and this centre has now evolved into a recognised international athletics endurance training centre hosting athletes from all around the world.
"As a young boy growing up in London it has always been my ambition to run the London Marathon," said Farah. "I won the Mini Marathon when I was younger and have watched the race every year for as long as I can remember.
"I will make my marathon debut in the 2014 London Marathon but will run the 2013 race to half way as part of my preparation for 2014. It will allow me to understand the course and the systems I will need when I run the full distance.
"To run as the double Olympic champion makes it even more special. Dave Bedford and the London Marathon have always been there for me and it will be my pleasure to run my first marathon in London."
Farah already has considerable experience on the roads. He holds the national record for 10km and has won the Bupa London 10,000 four years in a row. He made his Half-marathon debut in 2011 when he won the New York City Half-marathon in 60:23, the fastest time ever by a Briton.
London Marathon race director Hugh Brasher welcomed Farah's decision to join the 2013 race.
"We are delighted that Mo wants to run with our elite runners this year," said Brasher. "We have been following and supporting Mo's career since he first won the Mini London Marathon 15 years ago and are full of anticipation for his marathon debut in 2014.
"Hopefully, his experience of the race, the route and the unique atmosphere of the London Marathon will stand him in good stead when he takes on the full race next year. We are sure he will gain some valuable insights and come back fully prepared for the challenge."
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Equity futures are roughly flat to slightly higher this morning (but falling into the open) after being down yesterday evening. Bonds are diverging from the up move this morning in stocks with prices that are also higher, the dollar is down, oil is down, and gold is roughly even from yesterday's close ($1,226).
This morning the near worthless MBA Purchase Applications Index showed a 3.8% decline last week. However, the refinance index supposedly jumped 17.1% in one week, if you can believe that (I don't). Rates had already hit extreme low levels, that is exactly what Bernanke wants as it does allow people to refinance to lower their monthly payments and thus have more money to spend servicing other debts, LOL. Seriously, this action is like trying to eek out the very last drop of credit into the system possible, a desperate act occurring in the endgame of a Ponzi scheme. Here's Econoday:
Low rates fed a burst of refinancing applications in the August 13 week. The refinancing index jumped 17.1 percent to its highest level since May last year. Rates actually edged higher in the week but remain near record lows with the 30-year at 4.60 percent. Purchase applications fell 3.4 percent to end a welcome run of improvement. The composite index, reflecting the 81 percent share of refinancing applications relative to purchase applications, rose 13.0 percent.
These lower rates are giving the illusion that homes are more affordable than they really are. The low rates keep prices artificially high, and who, exactly, does that help? It helps the banks, that's why the Fed is willing to use YOUR MONEY to buy down rates like they are doing with the latest version of (visible) quantitative easing.
Just imagine what would happen if rates were to normalize - it would be a disaster in a debt saturated economy, and that's why they can't allow it to happen.
I've been keeping a close eye on the real estate market and can tell everyone that prices in this area are still over-inflated, especially in homes above the mean. Comparing potential rents against expenses shows that buying a home to rent is still a losing proposition by quite some margin. This signifies that housing prices still have to fall, even at these historic low interest rates.
Local realtors point to the fact that you can buy a used home now for less money than construction cost… and that is true in some cases, however, it is construction costs that will eventually also be forced lower (some areas are more balanced than others – I am talking about the Puget Sound area of Washington State).
Adding to the constant flow of horrid news surrounding real estate, yesterday it was released that Bankruptcy filings rose 20 percent in the 12-month period ending in June. There were over 1.5 million filings in the year, the highest amount since the central bankers finagled the bankruptcy laws to be even more in their favor in 2005.
From the perspective of someone who recognized the bubble and took action, I want to see lower prices to produce a clean entry point. We are getting closer, and there are occasional distressed sales that come close, but the majority of homes and land that are on the market are listed at far too high of a price to create a market bottom. That's a conundrum for the economy, it means that housing will continue to be drag – as we already know.
Yesterday's up action finished what appears to be 3 waves higher from the recent low. Was that it for wave 2? It may have been, as it retraced a perfect 50% and fell back to the 38.2% mark right at the close:
Looking at the daily candles by themselves gives a possibly false bullish indication as this type of daily candle is usually bullish. It's when we look at the wave count and at the fibonacci levels that we can conclude it's possible that the retrace may be over:
The alternative is that wave higher was wave (a), and that the decline into the close was all or part of wave (b), with wave (c) to come. You won't know until we descend below the prior 1069 low, but if we get beneath about 1084, then the odds are that we are moving down in wave 3 of 3 of 1. That means that the next down stroke should be powerful – there's a train a coming, I sure hope you're ready…
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Sarepta Therapeutics (Formerly known as AVI BioPharma, Inc.) (SRPT) Names Sandy Mahatme Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Ty Howton Senior Vice President, General Counsel
CAMBRIDGE, MA--(November 05, 2012) - Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SRPT), a developer of innovative RNA-based therapeutics, announced the appointment of Sandesh "Sandy" Mahatme, senior vice president, chief financial officer, and David Tyronne "Ty" Howton, senior vice president, general counsel, effective today.
"Both Sandy and Ty bring a considerable breadth of experience to Sarepta gained from their senior roles at industry-leading biotechs," said Chris Garabedian, Sarepta's president and CEO. "They provide tremendous strength to Sarepta's executive team in dealing with the financial, legal, and corporate development activities associated with a growth biotech company as we bring eteplirsen through late-stage development and commercialization."
Mr. Mahatme joins Sarepta from Celgene Corporation where he served in various roles including senior vice president of Corporate Development, Corporate Treasurer and senior vice president of Tax since 2006. While at Celgene, Mr. Mahatme was instrumental in building Celgene's Treasury and Tax functions before establishing the Corporate Development department, focused on strategic, targeted initiatives including emerging markets, acquisitions and licensing and strategic planning. Prior to Celgene, Mr. Mahatme worked for Pfizer Inc. for eight and a half years in senior roles in Business Development and Corporate Tax. Mr. Mahatme started his career at Ernst & Young where he advised multinational corporations on a broad range of transactions. Mr. Mahatme holds Master of Laws (LL.M) degrees from Cornell Law School and NYU School of Law and is a member of the New York State Bar Association.
Mr. Mahatme commented, "Sarepta has great potential to build a successful independent biotech company on the strength of eteplirsen for Duchenne muscular dystrophy and I will be focused on ensuring that the company is well positioned financially to advance the program forward."
Mr. Howton joins Sarepta from Vertex Pharmaceuticals where he was the senior vice president, chief legal officer and a member of the executive team. In that capacity, Mr. Howton participated in the general management of the company and oversaw all aspects of the Vertex global legal and compliance departments. Prior to his appointment as chief legal officer in 2011, Mr. Howton served as the chief compliance officer and was responsible for designing and implementing the Vertex corporate compliance program as well as chairing the company's Corporate Compliance Committee. Mr. Howton joined Vertex in 2009 from Genentech where he served in a number of legal roles before becoming the company's chief healthcare compliance officer. Prior to joining Genentech Inc. in 2003, Mr. Howton was a member of the Sidley Austin LLP corporate healthcare practice where he advised on corporate transactions involving life science companies and provided regulatory counsel. Mr. Howton holds a B.A. from Yale University and a J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law.
Mr. Howton commented, "I'm excited to become a part of the Sarepta management team and to prepare the company for further success with its proprietary RNA technology platform. There is the potential to build a pipeline of additional products and to facilitate partnerships across a variety of disease areas."
About Sarepta Therapeutics
Sarepta Therapeutics is focused on developing first-in-class RNA-based therapeutics to improve and save the lives of people affected by serious and life-threatening rare and infectious diseases. Sarepta's diverse pipeline includes its lead program eteplirsen, for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, as well as potential treatments for some of the world's most lethal infectious diseases. Sarepta aims to build a leading, independent biotech company dedicated to translating its RNA-based science into transformational therapeutics for patients who face significant unmet medical needs. For more information, please visit us at www.sareptatherapeutics.com.
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In order to provide Sarepta's investors with an understanding of its current results and future prospects, this press release contains statements that are forward-looking. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Words such as "believes," "anticipates," "plans," "expects," "will," "intends," "potential," "possible" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include statements about the development of Sarepta's product candidates, the expected timing of results from the extension study of eteplirsen, the potential for the creation of novel dystrophin to lead to clinically meaningful benefits over a longer course of treatment with eteplirsen and Sarepta's estimates regarding its future revenue and expenses and expectations regarding future success, revenue and funding from government and other sources.
These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Sarepta's control. Known risk factors include, among others: clinical trials may not demonstrate safety and efficacy of any of Sarepta's drug candidates and/or Sarepta's antisense-based technology platform; development of any of Sarepta's drug candidates may not result in funding from the U.S. government in the anticipated amounts or on a timely basis, if at all; and any of Sarepta's drug candidates may fail in development, may not receive required regulatory approvals, or be delayed to a point where they do not become commercially viable.
Any of the foregoing risks could materially and adversely affect Sarepta's business, results of operations and the trading price of Saretpa's common stock. For a detailed description of risks and uncertainties Sarepta faces, you are encouraged to review the official corporate documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Sarepta does not undertake any obligation to publicly update its forward-looking statements based on events or circumstances after the date hereof.
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Vail Daily column: Growing up with ski racing
There is excitement around Ski & Snowboard Club Vail's alpine racing program, some resulting from Ski & Snowboard Club Vail alumni and U.S. Ski Team members Lindsey Vonn, Mikaela Shiffrin, Will Gregorak, Paula Moltzan, Abby Ghent, Katharine Irwin and the upcoming Olympics in Sochi. It is also in large part because of the committed, knowledgeable and professional coaching staff, world-class venues, year-round on- and off-snow programming and three academic partner options at Vail Ski & Snowboard Academy, Vail Mountain School and Ski & Snowboard Club Vail Winter Tutorial to support our full-time athletes starting as young as fifth grade.
Ski & Snowboard Club Vail offers full-time and part-time alpine racing programs for children of all ages and abilities, from 6 to college graduates, vying for a spot on the U.S. Ski Team. We are most grateful to Vail Resorts for providing a dedicated training venue at Golden Peak for our snowsports athletes. Multiple age-appropriate slalom, giant slalom and super-G training courses are available on any given training day at Golden Peak, supplemented by thousands of acres of freesking terrain, the most important part of the alpine training program. Following the recent highly successful World Cups on the Raptor and Birds of Prey at Beaver Creek, our athletes were able to conduct speed progressions experiencing some of the world's best downhill courses. With on-snow time a critical ingredient to success in alpine racing, Ski & Snowboard Club Vail athletes have an incredible advantage being able to ski on Golden Peak from early November and taking advantage of spring snow nearby through May. Additional preparation period camps are conducted in Oregon, the Southern Hemisphere and on the glaciers of Europe for the top athletes.
The exposure our athletes have to the world's top ski racers, both training alongside their heroes on Golden Peak and watching them compete in the World Cup and next year's World Championships, is an advantage available to no other alpine programs in the world.
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Our alpine programs are under the leadership of Karen Ghent, director. A former U.S. Alpine Team member, USSA Level III certified coach and USSA's Domestic Coach of the Year in 2009, Ghent's background as an experienced alpine athlete, coach and parent of three Ski & Snowboard Club Vail alumni provides her with a highly specialized skill set for carrying out the club's philosophy of creating a fun, supportive environment for learning the fundamentals while developing a lifelong love for the sport and maximizing individual potential. Age and skill appropriate program competition opportunities abound for Ski & Snowboard Club Vail's ski racers under the leadership of more than 40 alpine coaches.
There is much more than what meets the eye on snow in assuring the success of an alpine racer. Video analysis, strength training and conditioning, nutrition counseling, sports psychology and equipment preparation are among other critical components for alpine athletes, providing them with the age appropriate physical and mental attributes needed to attain peak performance.
Annually, Ski & Snowboard Club Vail hosts alpine competitions for each age and ability of our athletes from the Steadman Clinic Vail Cup to the MacDermid Cup Nor-Am Cup taking place in Vail this week. Consisting of two men's and ladies' giant slalom and slalom competitions at Golden Peak, the top alpine racers in North America are vying for World Cup spots and national team nomination.
A number of Ski & Snowboard Club Vail current and alumni athletes are racing in the Nor-Am Cup here in Vail this week. I encourage you to come on out as a volunteer (no experience necessary for a number of positions) or a spectator to see some of the best ski racing just shy of the World Cup level that our valley has to offer. Details are available at http://www.skiclubvail.org.
More than anything, growing up ski racing in the Vail Valley is a great way to learn a love of the outdoors, snow sports and an active lifestyle while learning invaluable life lessons about character, courage and commitment.
Aldo Radamus is the executive director of Ski & Snowboard Club Vail. For more information, go to http://www.skiclubvail.org, email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 970-790-5161.
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I am a self-confessed Potterhead. This movie is long overdue and I am just so glad that The Half Blood Prince will start showing tomorrow (oh well, some have watched it tonight at the advanced screening!) The problem is I still dunno when Ane and I can watch it. He has work 9-6pm and I am not too keen on leaving Abi behind at night (when Aiza should already be resting!). I thought on watching it Saturday morning but I need to go back to my Internist whose schedule is ONLY 11am-3pm Saturdays in TMC. I just might not be able to catch her again if I miss seeing her this weekend.
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While it's easy to get nostalgic around this time of year, we don't want you to focus on the past—or even the future. Instead of retrospectives or predictions, let's just take a moment to concentrate on the present. Sure, there's an amazing new season full of fabulous new styles just around the corner, but before we flip that page, why not focus on what to wear now? Happily we have a little assistance from our favorite tastemakers, who have helpfully worn wonderful outfits that are both easy to emulate and completely currant. Whether it's the addition of exemplary accessories or the delightful pairing of a new silhouette with a timeless essential, we think you'll find more than enough inspiration in today's final round of Tips to keep you well dressed right into the next decade!
Tip # 1: Pick a red dress with a demure fit.
In theory, we love a red dress, but in practice it can be a bit tricky, as they can veer into overly fancy, prom territory quite quickly. But when we spotted the beautiful Anne V at The Cinema Society's screening of Brothers last month wearing rouge in a wonderful way, we knew we had to spotlight her in Tips. The reason this outfit works is because her Yigal Azrouel dress is relatively modest and majorly chic (and her Christian Louboutin Leopard-Print Ankle Boots ($1375) really are darling too!). We suggest trying a similarly festive frock right now, like Vivienne Westwood Anglomania's Red Drapped Long Sleeve Dress ($278), T-Bag's Button Down Dress ($203), or Pepe Jeans London's Drapey Asymmetric Shoulder Dress ($85). Just pair with your favorite ankle boots (animal-print or otherwise) and you'll make a sophisticated statement in the spirit of this stylish model!
Tip #2: Embellish an outfit via lace tights.
Our favorite on-air accessories editor, Olivia Palermo, knows the power of a good outfit accent, so it's no surprise that she's been spotted about town in an of-the-moment pair of lace tights. Snapped at the after-party for a Calvin Klein Collection-hosted screening of Broken Embraces, the well-coiffed Palermo used Wolford's Souvenir Tights ($117) to embellish her asymmetrical silk top and organic wool mini—both by Susan Woo. While Palermo's exact stockings are super-expensive, you can certainly mimic her lacey leg look for less. Just add a pair of Topshop's Pansy Lace Tights ($24) or Aristoc's Lace Tights ($18) to your favorite black-and-white outfit for a ELLE editor-inspired outfit!
Tip # 3: Pair a body-con dress with booties.
Much like the aforementioned red-dress issue, the recent spate of body-con mini dresses poses a problem for many women. We get loads of questions from readers wondering if there are ways to tone down the inherent sexiness of this it-item. Thankfully, major model Daria Werbowy offers one swell example of how to inject a little downtown cool in such a dress—just add a bold pair of ankle boots! That's right, while dainty pumps are fine for many things, we think a clunky bootie is the better choice; it just makes the skin-tight mini look a bit more modern. While Ms. Werbowy wore a Stefanel Laminated Jersey Dress ($212) at a party during Milan Fashion Week, there are many metallic frocks on the market right now; try American Apparel's Foil Print Micro-Mesh Long Sleeve Mini Dress ($48) or BCBGeneration's One Shoulder Mini ($108) for starters. Then just add a pair of no-nonsense ankle boots, like Joseph's Shoe Boots ($135) or ASOS' Phoenix Zip Front Shoes ($60) to offset the semi-skimpy silhouette of your dress.
Tip # 4: Add texture with ornate accessories.
One of the things we love about model/stylist/designer Erin Wasson is the way she invariably makes simplicity interesting. Take the outfit she wore to Phi's F/W 09 show for example: even though she's primarily in black, there's nothing boring about her look, thanks to the addition of two ornate accessories—a Prada crackle fringe bag and multi-buckle Phi booties. The next time you want to fancy up your favorite petite noir dress or other understated outfit, just add embellishment via ASOS' Poppy Suede Cage T-Bar Shoes ($85) or Alexander Wang's Abbey High Heel Sandals ($495) and grab a detailed tote like Urban Outfitters' Snakeskin Stud Handbag ($48) or Topshop's Hexagon Studded Bag ($65). The results will be anything but drab—we promise!
Tip #5: Experiment with cropped harem pants.
Billowy in the thigh, dropped in the crotch, and eye-catching in every way, harem pants are definitely still au courant. You've probably tried some of the simpler styles by now, so we're guessing you might be ready to take a tip from model Alana Zimmer, seen here at a launch for Louis Vuitton's Cruise 10 collection at Saks Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. Zimmer opted for an exaggerated and cropped pair of No.6's AnnTian Warped Pants ($460), which she styled with a simple Alexander Wang tank and a slim Jil Sander jacket for a look that's a deft combination of slouchy and sharp. If you're ready to experiment, simply mix a drapey abbreviated pant, like Helmut Lang's Crop Harem Pants ($275) or Delia's Harem Pant ($30), with your favorite slim tank and blazer. Just be sure to keep the whole thing looking chic by finishing off the look with some statement ankle boots or heels.
Tip #6: Mix a fancy sweater with a t-shirt.
Our final Tip of 2009 comes courtesy of a lady who's had a very stylish year—Ms. Byrdie Bell. Photographed at the Vladimir Restoin Roitfeld and RVCA-hosted debut of French artist Nicolas Pol's "The Martus Maw" show, Bell wore an ingenious lace jacket of her own semi-creation (after purchasing it at the Chelsea Flea Market, she cut the lining out of the sleeves!) with a vintage XL tee. The fanciness of the lace elevates the distressed t-shirt, resulting in a high-low look that's perfect for an art opening. We suggest taking Bell's lead and find your own worn-in tee and transformable jacket at your favorite vintage resource, but if you're not interested in searching, Topshop's Premium Lace Bed Jacket ($80) is a good easty-to-find alternative.
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(2 cr. hrs.)
is an introduction to the fundamentals of structured programming. Topics include: algorithms, program structures, software design methodology, language constructs, data file basics, and abstract data types.
Prerequisite: INFO 2100
Credit cannot be obtained for both INFO 3301 and the former INFO 3300.
Windows Programming
(2 cr. hrs.)
is a study of the fundamental elements of programming in a Windows environment. Topics will include: building a Windows Graphical Interface and the introductory concepts of object-oriented programming.
Prerequisite: INFO 3330
Introduction to Databases
(1 cr. hr.)
is the study of the effective use of databases, including design and implementation, and their use in addressing a business data problem.
Prerequisite: INFO 1000
Credit cannot be obtained for both INFO 3315 and the former INFO 3400.
Programming with Databases
(2 cr. hrs.)
Object Oriented Programming
(2 cr. hrs.)
is an introduction to object-oriented programming. Topics include: encapsulation, information hiding, inheritance and polymorphism.
Prerequisite: INFO 3301
Introduction to SQL (2 cr. hrs.)
provides an overview of data server technology and SQL programming language. Topics include creating and maintaining database objects including storing, retrieving and manipulating data. The course will teach how to write SQL script files to generate report-like output.
Prerequisite: INFO 3315
Relational Database Administration (2 cr. hrs)
provides a firm foundation in basic database administrative tasks. The course offers a conceptual understanding of database architecture and how the architectural structures work and interact. Topics include creating an operational database and properly managing its various structures in an effective and efficient manner.
Prerequisite: INFO 3350
Relational Database Forms and Reports (2 cr. hrs)
will teach developing and deploying applications using forms and reports. Topics include customizing forms through user input items and controlling data access through the creation of event-related triggers for connectivity to an SQL server.
Prerequisite: INFO 3360
E-commerce and Intranet
(2 cr. hrs.)
is an examination of the elements that define e-commerce and Intranet applications. Major elements are the concept, design and construction of web-based data applications involved in both commerce transaction processing and internal resource databases.
Prerequisites: INFO 2300
Credit cannot be obtained for both INFO 3431 and the former INFO 3430.
Integrated Business Solutions
(1 cr. hr.)
is an introduction to the techniques involved in analysing a company's information technology needs, and designing a customized solution.
Prerequisites: INFO 3431
Networking Systems III
(3 cr. hrs.)
is an advanced study of switching techniques and wide area networks.
Prerequisite: INFO 3200
Network Security (2 cr. hrs)
Case Study / Student Project
(3 cr. hrs.)
(restricted to students in Option 2) is a comprehensive analysis of an assigned case. A written report will be required. Skills and knowledge developed throughout the program will be utilized in solving business-related problems. Using a case approach, students will work in teams to evaluate a company's IT resources and prepare a proposal for a solution that will meet the company's needs. A plan will be generated with suitable phases for implementing the solution. Evaluation will be based on effectiveness of the solution, demonstrated understanding of methodology and available technology, and the clarity, conciseness, and logic of the presentation style.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other course work, or approval of the Director of the Division of Lifelong Learning, or delegate.
Work Term
(restricted to students in Option 1) provides opportunities for students in the program to apply theories and skills learned in the classroom to workplace settings. As one component of the work term the student is required to complete a work report which should:
- analyse an issue/problem related to the student's work environment
- demonstrate an understanding of the structure of a professional report
- show competence in written communication and presentation skills.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all other course work.


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Pickard will take up the role in January and will be responsible for growing Huntsworth brands including Grayling, Huntsworth Health and Citigate in the region.
He will also establish Huntsworth's new regional headquarters in Singapore and play a 'central role' in Huntsworth's strategic alliance with Chinese PR company BlueFocus.
Group chief executive Peter Chadlington, to whom Pickard will report, said: 'This appointment marks not only an important step in Huntsworth's development and ambition in Asia-Pacific, but is also the first tangible step in preparing Huntsworth for the opportunities that our strategic alliance with BlueFocus will bring.'
Pickard's last role, which he held between early 2010 and late 2012, was Asia-Pacific CEO of Burson-Marsteller.
Previously, he was president of North Asia for Edelman, leading its Korea and Japan operations.
He first came to Asia after a 15-year career in North American PR, joining Edelman as MD for Korea in 2002, and opening the firm's Tokyo office three years later.
BlueFocus is set to acquire a 19.8% stake in Huntsworth for £36.5m, subject to shareholder and regulatory approval. The deal was announced in April.


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Malloy wants new state agency on early childhood initiatives
HARTFORD -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy says his package of legislative proposals includes a new state agency to oversee early childhood initiatives.
The proposal, announced Monday, calls for combining various programs previously housed in five separate state agencies. Seventy-one staff will move to a new office and four new positions will be created.
The new Office of Early Childhood Planning will require $370,000 in fiscal year 2014. Funding will be included in the governor's new, two-year budget, to be released Wednesday.
Malloy said "a comprehensive approach for the delivery of services to children and their parents" complements the education reforms already under way.
Last year, lawmakers approved $9.8 million in early childhood initiatives, created 1,000 new spots for students in preschool programs and spent $3 million on a tiered quality rating and improvement system.


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U.S. Ebola Virus Patient Being Treated in Atlanta Faces Crucial Days
Infected American Said to Be Improving in Hospital
ATLANTA—An American infected with Ebola in Liberia was being treated and monitored in the U.S. on Sunday, as doctors worked to provide care in what will be a crucial few days in his attempt to recover from the deadly disease.
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Google, having first introduced the hotel booking feature in November on a limited test basis, has now pushed the ability to procure a reservation to the front page of the main search results for both blended and 7-pack displays. The test from Google has included a limited number of travel sites and a few high end independent hotels on a pay per click basis. Google has not been forthcoming about how to participate in the program noting that the program would be available to all someday.
The option to book directly from the page is visible in both the blended results and the 7-Pack.
Interestingly, when the results present themselves in the 7-Pack, there is an option to view the pricing by a given range of dates that can be selected. When the dates are changed the pricing changes accordingly. (click to view larger):
Clearly Google is still developing around the 7-Pack display, implying that it is not going away anytime soon. Also it shows that Google continues to experiment with ways to monetize local. I am sure that Trip Advisor is not happy about this one.Google Pushes Hotel Booking Feature to the Front Page of SERPs by Mike Blumenthal


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Story highlights
- More companies are encouraging fun as a business strategy
- The idea is that play boosts morale, encourages creativity and fosters teamwork
- CNN partnered with Mashable to explore how workplaces are integrating fun
- Is play encouraged in your office? Tell us about it in the comments below
Wish you could play video games at work? How about a happy hour with free drinks every week? Or exercise breaks during the day?
As much as these activities may sound like the opposite of work, companies around the world are starting to integrate them into their environments. The theory is that encouraging "play" at work not only boosts morale but also fosters increased creativity and teamwork, leading to better productivity and quality of work.
You may have heard about the free food and Razor scooters at Google, the famed multistory slide at YouTube, or the climbing wall and yoga classes at Twitter, but it's not just tech companies that are jumping on the trend. Industries from food to marketing are giving it a shot, too. So we couldn't help but wonder: Does the idea of play at work, well, work? And do employees actually take advantage of it?
Scientific data on both is limited (don't worry, the National Institute for Play is on it), but we heard from a variety of professionals who are convinced play is the way to go.
"The emphasis on fun spawns creative energy," explains Lauren Austin. She's creative director at marketing agency MKG in New York, where play is a priority. "Inspiration comes from interacting with one another and the world around us."
And how does the company foster that interaction? With weekly happy hours, a snack bar, craft days, organized runs and even an in-office photo booth.
"The photo booth is always a draw, stuffing as many random people in a tight space as possible -- I think the record is seven -- and taking goofy group shots," said Austin. The company has also tried even wackier ideas, like a petting zoo.
"Our office is our playground," she said. It "was designed to ignite imaginations and encourage employees to interact, because that is how the best ideas are born."
Business experts agree that we're living in a time when traits like imagination and creativity are of the utmost importance in business. Richard Florida calls it the "creative age," and Daniel Pink has dubbed it the "conceptual age."
"In the same way that machines have replaced our bodies in certain kinds of jobs, software is replacing our left brains by doing sequential, logical work," Pink explained in a 2009 interview with Oprah Winfrey. "What's important now are the characteristics of the brain's right hemisphere: artistry, empathy, inventiveness, big-picture thinking. These skills have become first among equals in a whole range of business fields."
At Remedy Health Media, a health information and technology company just outside Washington, social media manager Stuart Perkins has another theory about why play is critical.
"I've been in fun offices like this and ones that were not as fun, and the retention rates are much higher when you have a few fun things to do around the office," he said, particularly among millenials.
"We have an extremely talented but fairly younger workforce who expects the office to be more than just a desk and a chair," Perkins said. "My coworkers love having a chance to take mini-breaks and rest their minds before moving onto a new task."
At Remedy, those breaks could include anything from foosball or Wii tournaments to a team bike ride during the lunch hour.
"Some of our most creative business ideas come from this 'downtime,'" he added.
Of course, in a difficult economy, not all workers feel comfortable participating in the fun.
"We have a TV and lounge area. But I'd be afraid of looking unproductive and under-worked if I utilized it," wrote Lauren La Franca in a comment on HLNTV.com. "The rest seem to agree too because the lounge area has been sat on once since it was implemented."
It's up to management to change that perception, says Craig McAnsh, president of Native Marketing.
"It has been a problem for many employees because they may feel that the idea 'play' is just given lip service by management," he said. "Knowing it's required is the only way this works. And the only way this happens is for senior staff to lead by example. Top down. If you have a ping-pong table, but don't play, your ... employees will not play."
"Talking about 'play' and actually playing makes all the difference," he added.


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6 Reasons to Remove a Tree Stump
Competition Tree, Inc is a full-service tree care company on Long Island. For more than 22 years, their team of professional arborists has been providing exceptional care for trees. From routine maintenance to removal, their talented team will take care of all of your tree needs. With their fast, affordable, and reliable services, it's no wonder why Long Islanders call rely on the experts a Competition Tree, Inc for all of their tree care needs.
If you've recently had a tree cut down or one fell down on its own, chances are that its stump is still standing. You may be wondering if you should have that stump removed or if you should just leave it there.
If you're leaning more toward keeping that stump, you may want to reconsider. Here's a look at five reasons six reasons why experts recommend removing tree stumps.
They Stick Out Like a Sore Thumb
While a full tree adds beauty to your property, a stump does anything but. In fact, a tree stump can detract from beauty of your home's landscape. A ragged tree stump in the middle of a lush green lawn will stick out like a sore thumb!
If you want your landscape to look as polished as possible, you are definitely going to want to have that stump removed!
They can be Dangerous
A tree stump might seem like an innocent feature; but in reality, it can be extremely dangerous.
If you enjoy using your yard, someone could easily trip and fall over the stump. If it happens to be a child, imagine how horrible you'll feel if he or she sustains an injury? If someone visiting your property trips over the stump, you are legally responsible for any damages that are sustained.
Not only is a tree stump a trip-and-fall hazard, but it's also a hazard to your lawn mower. If you
run over it while you're mowing your lawn, you could do serious damage to the lawn mower. Plus, if a piece of the stump flies off when you mow over it, you or anyone nearby could be hurt.
They Welcome Pests
A tree stump may not be useful to you, but to insects and some types of animals, they are extremely useful. Some pesky animals, such as rats or mice, can build nests inside a tree stump. Wood-boring insects, like termites and carpenter ants, can also take up residence in a tree stump.
Not only can those pests do damage to your yard, but they can also do damage to other parts of your property. For example, termites could end up moving into your home and do serious structural damage.
They can Damage Other Plants
Tree stumps can sprout new growth, which is not only unsightly, but it can also cause damage to nearby plants. The new growth can suck vital nutrients from the soil that other plants need to thrive. If you leave a tree stump on your property, other trees and flowers may end up wilting and dying.
They Take Up Space
If you took the tree down because you wanted more space on your property, then you're definitely going to want to remove the stump.
If you leave the stump behind, the area will be just as unusable as it was when the tree was standing. For instance, it will be in the way of that pool or patio you wanted to install.
It's Cheaper to Remove Now
The sooner you have a tree stump removed, the less expensive it will be. As mentioned, tree stumps sprout new growth. With that new growth comes intricate root systems. Removing a tree stump with new growth can be complex, time-consuming, and costly. Furthermore, to kill off those roots, hazardous chemicals may be necessary.
Unless you want to deal with any of the above-mentioned issues, removing a tree stump from your property will be well worth your while. For fast and affordable stump grinding services, contact Competition Tree, Inc! Their crew of experts grind down stumps of all sizes, leaving nothing behind but a flat and wide open space.
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Bristal Assisted Living will donate $25,000 worth of tickets towards comedian Jerry Seinfeld's benefit performance on Dec. 19 at NYCB Theater in Westbury, with all proceeds going to aid those providing relief to the victims of super storm Sandy and many of those hard hit by the storm's devastation.
"Long Islanders, who have been on the front line of not one but two major storms, could use a good laugh right about now — and no one does it better than Long Island's favorite comedic son, Jerry Seinfeld," said Jan Burman, president of Bristal Assisted Living Communities. "We are honored to ensure that many of those who have borne the brunt of this storm will get seats up front and personal at a concert where all proceeds are going to local charities."
The Bristal Assisted Living will be transferring $25,000 worth of tickets to the Office of Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano and several of Long Island's hard hit south shore townships for distribution to first responders and many of those who have lost their homes to Hurricane Sandy. These include the Towns of Hempstead, Oyster Bay, Babylon and the City of Long Beach.
In the tradition of Hope and Crosby
"This is an incredibly generous act by the Bristal, and I know I speak on behalf of the many that will benefit from this offer that the laughs will be mixed with tears," said Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano. "We invite other corporations seeking to help restore our sense of humor to follow Bristal's lead and help fill the house. Words cannot describe how grateful we are for Jerry Seinfeld and his colleague, Colin Quinn in offering this selfless benefit production. It is in the tradition of other great comedians such as Bob Hope and Bing Crosby who traveled to the furthest battlefields of World War II to bring laughter to those Americans who faced a bleak future. This is exactly what we needed as we come back from devastated communities, destroyed homes, lost family mementos, repeated utility failures and worse."
Seinfeld, along with Quinn, will be donating 100 percent of the proceeds from that show, in addition to previously sold-out performances at the Walt Whitman Theater in Brooklyn and at the St. George Theater in Staten Island to local relief organizations.
"I grew up on Long Island, and New York City is home," said Seinfeld. "This is a tough time for this area, and we're just glad to be able to help in the recovery."
To buy a ticket for the 7 p.m. December 19 performance go to http://www.stubhub.com/jerry-seinfeld-tickets. As of press time, the Herald did not receive a response as to how and when the free tickets will be distributed by the county and the townships.


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A-Rod Reveals New Details on Jennifer Lopez's Super Bowl Halftime Show
With less than three months until the Super Bowl, Jennifer Lopez is making sure her halftime show is absolutely flawless.
The pop diva's fiancé Alex Rodriguez discussed the preparations Lopez is currently undertaking.
"Oh, she's been rehearsing for, like, six weeks," the 44-year-old said during an appearance on "Today."
Rodriguez also revealed the "Waiting for Tonight" singer had been seriously considered for the gig in years past.
"You know, it's been a dream of hers her whole life," the former New York Yankee star added. "Who doesn't want to play at the Super Bowl, right? And she's always wanted it, she's been close a few times."
After previously missing out on the opportunity, Lopez was overcome with emotion when she was notified the prestigious honor would finally happen in 2020.
He continued: "And when we got that call from [NFL Commissioner] Roger Goodell and the league and Jay-Z, we were thrilled and she was in tears."
In September, it was announced Lopez would co-headline Super Bowl LIV alongside Shakira.
"I love that the Super Bowl has two women performing this year," the "Hustlers" star said at the time. "That they have two Latinos performing this year. It's the marker of a new time, not just for the NFL but for this country. It sends an important message."
While neither J.Lo nor Shakira have said which guest stars may be joining them on stage, Gloria Estefan has revealed she turned down appearing alongside her two fellow Latina superstars.
"Jay-Z called me and said, 'You know something? I'm coming to Miami,' and Gloria said, 'I'm not going to the Super Bowl. I don't want to do it!'" her husband Emilio Estefan explained to "Entertainment Tonight."
Gloria added: "Come on—those high-stress things? That's a high-stress thing. I've done them. I've done two."
The "Conga" singer performed at the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 1992 and then again in 1999, alongside Stevie Wonder and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.
"I'm really thrilled for Shakira and J.Lo, who are going to be burning up the stage because those women are hot," the 62-year-old said.
Super Bowl LIV will take place in Miami on Feb. 2, 2020.
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Don Pesci: Is Anyone Home?
The Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA), it must be admitted, knows a thing or two about Connecticut's businesses and industries – perhaps even more than members of the state's General Assembly, a majority of whom regularly pass bills and restrictions on companies in Connecticut, sometimes heedless of the real-world unintended consequences of such legislation.
CBIA, one of the largest statewide business organizations in the country, boasts 10,000 member companies. In business for more than 175 years, CBIA represents the collective voice of Connecticut's industries crying in a parched wilderness.
A few weeks ago, John Rathgeber, CBIA's CEO, was invited by The Connecticut Policy institute to speak to a group at the United Health Care headquarters in Trumbull about the state of the state – not good – and suggested course corrections. Mr. Rathgeber is unfailingly polite, soft spoken and a superb business analyst. Asked whether he is making any headway against Connecticut's hostile business climate, he smiles wanly and hints some progress is being made: "It is still not too late for Connecticut to change directions."
Hope springs eternal, even from the ashes, but a general survey of the state of the state of Connecticut by Forbes magazine that pulled together in one spot most of the depressing data boiling for two decades on the state's back burners -- "How Did Rich Connecticut Morph Into One Of America's Worst Performing Economies?" -- presented a uniformly dreary picture of Connecticut's trajectory from its post income tax period forward towards a doubtful future.
Among other blots on Connecticut's future, Forbes noted:
"Connecticut has run up the fourth largest pile of debts per capita — $27,540. This includes unfunded liabilities for government employee pension funds. The total is almost double the per capita debts of financially-strapped California. Higher debts imply higher taxes in the future… Barron's considered Connecticut to be in the worst financial shape – with debt and pension liabilities a higher percentage of GDP (17.1) than any other state… Connecticut has one of the worst business climates in the country. Factors affecting a state's business climate include the individual income tax, corporate income tax, sales tax, property tax, unemployment insurance tax and security of private property. For example, as the Tax Foundation reported, 'Connecticut imposed a temporary 20 percent surtax on top of its flat 7.5 percent corporate income tax, in effect raising its rate to 9 percent. This 20 percent surcharge is an increase on a supposedly temporary 10 percent surcharge that has been in place since 2009.'"
Mr. Rathgeber also touched some of the same sore points in his remarks; indeed, much of the statistical data reported by Forbes appeared in one form or another in earlier reports issued by CBIA and other commentators.
Following the Forbes report, editorial optimists at a Hartford paper noted that while the data presented a uniformly bleak picture, there were some bright splotches of sunlight piercing the darkness:
"There's more to any state's economy than its business climate. In June, the Social Science Research Council ranked Connecticut best in the nation in terms of overall well-being, including income, health and education. The Economist magazine's Human Development Index ranks Connecticut the best of all states. The NBC subsidiary iVillage year ranked our state the top for women."
Asked what it would take to convince progressive Democrats in the General Assembly and Connecticut's left of center media that a major course correction is necessary to pull the state from its death spiral, Mr. Rathgeber's answer was so soft and gentle that it may do no more than tickle the ears of legislators who long have been committed to the proposition that repeated increases in revenue – rather than significant cuts in spending – is the all-purpose solution to Connecticut's downward plunge.
"It may take a burning bridge."
Maybe, just maybe, the airplane has to crash into the mountain – Detroit-like – before other sleepy commuters shake off their lethargy, read correctly the signs of the times, and plot a future course-correction that squarely addresses real ameliorative action leading to lower spending, an end to crony-phony capitalism, lower cost and higher quality elementary school education – to avoid remedial reading and math classes in college – general reductions in state mandates and regulations that compel businesses to jack up prices that make Connecticut entrepreneurs uncompetitive in a global marketplace and – the kicker -- the privatization of appropriate state functions to lower fixed costs paid through ever increasing taxes that de-simulate Connecticut's once thriving economy.
Jobs and Connecticut's recovery will not come from a reinvention of Connecticut's economic wheel, a fantasy of ambitious self-promoting politicians. It is far easier to produce jobs from the state's present businesses, Mr. Rathgeber said. And this can be done through permanent tax reductions and a steady, determined deregulatory process that will snap the chords with which Connecticut has bound its business Gulliver for the past three decades.
Who within the General Assembly will burn the bridge and commit Connecticut to a more prosperous – albeit, a less political advantageous -- course of action?
It would take only a few men and women of courage to restore the state's past and reset the state's future.
Where are they?
Don Pesci is a writer who lives in Vernon. E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com