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IntroductionAl-Hazm features what may be the most beautiful building in the country, the fort of Sultan bin Seif al Ya'ariba (the sultan is buried there). Inside are dungeons, secret tunnels, towers and a perch over the gateway from which soldiers would pour boiling date juice on invaders. Built in 1708, it has been extensively restored and is well worth a day's excursion. 80 mi/130 km west of Masqat.
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Three days ago, P&G GM Interactive Marketing and Innovation Ted McConnell said "I'd really rather not buy any more banner ads on Facebook." Why?
"Consumers weren't trying to generate media. They were trying to talk to somebody."
I've seen Ted speak a number of times at conferences, and he's a very smart guy.
For me, he hits the nail on the head when he talks about what consumers are "trying to do"
Are You In-The-Flow? Or In-The-Way?
Repeat after me: user intent matters.
One reason TV performs so well is that because people turn to it looking for entertainment. As a user, I'll give my attention to whatever entertains me. If what happens to entertain me is an ad, that's OK.
Why? It's part of what I'm doing.
View Vs. Do
A challenge for Facebook is that people are often trying to do something. Every user knows from experience that the "in-the-flow" stuff is in the middle of the page, and the "in-the-way" stuff (the ads) is at the periphery.
Guess where users focus their attention.
I'm not saying Facebook ads are a bad idea. The targeting is really good. And, some users are on there just farting around — if we're smart and what they're "doing" isn't really important, we can get their attention. Besides, if they're on Facebook and not on TV, it really doesn't matter how great TV is at selling: we have to be where our consumers are.
What matters about what Ted said is that you are ALWAYS better off being in-the-flow (e.g. a branded app that helps you do something) rather than in-the-way.
It's not just about where the eyeballs are. It's about where the attention is.


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[Intro: Inspectah Deck]
INS, 7, Eso
Here we go
[Verse 1: Inspectah Deck]
Birds in the coop murder herbs in my boots
Blue convertible, heavy head swerve on the juice
Bottom to the top, pops hot like the bottom of the pot
Top dollar, you can spot him at the spot
Flow Murder One, third world slums heard of son
Overtime grind get it first come
A-Team Hannibal, 88th page in the manual
Maintain, handle intangibles
You see me push through, bully at the park
Do it like the crooks do, hoodie after dark
Spark with the flamer on, bang a drum
On til the break of dawn, take him on like Jason Bourne
Later on, poly with a model chick
I ain't into politics, 1-6 call me a lobbyist
Know there's no stoppin' this
Years from now, homie still rockin' its
Dark knight roaming the metropolis
"Ringside table, batman?"
"Um, just one, thanks. I'll stand at the bar"
"Poisonous thoughts"
"You're breathing fire"
"I'm breathing fire"
"Comin' out hard"
[Verse 2: Esoteric]
Through my pugilist struggle
Me and the mic make a beautiful couple
Musically we lift em without moving a muscle
Rushing crews like I'm Russell
You wanna tussle with pitbull muzzle
We can reduce you to rubble, you don't want no trouble
I'm Zeus in a goose bubble
Producing a verbal beef
With the Wu and the crew is deep
With a lucrative hustle
Now see, I can be a []
Put you rappers to the drum
Cut your pinky finger off for fronting, that's a rule of thumb
Fuck your motherfucking beats, I don't care who they from
Check it out (You good, right?)
Yeah, yeah I'm good, listen
I put the "am" in "ammunition"
Cause I am a hammer spittin'
Superman be on a mission, but y'all change in a booth
Yeah, my fam-a-lam I'm missin, but I'm handlin my business
Keep the planets on collision while maintaining the truth
You off course like a lost pilot
You can meet the shepherd, cause I'm violent like the Lost pilot
No one survived it
No one survived it
[Verse 3: Mr. MFN eXquire]
Liquor erodin' my liver I'm still sippin' there
Grab it guzzle it down like I don't give a shit
That's how I fight back like, "Life, take that"
Right to the heart that's why that shit be burning my chest
I invested in all the shit they sell you in
You's a little man, the sky's the limit all that other shit
Blah blah blah, get a tad older than it's evident
That you gon' settle in whatever job can help you pay the rent
Jimmy Olsen and the Super Friends
That line was doper than a motherfucker but you couldn't understand
Metaphoric to my light bright, why do I fight?
Up down, bottle top, left in the wrong fight
Czar of the gong show, that's an oxymoron
Don't ever call me crazy motherfucker, I'm just throwed off
Back to the gong show, I bet you didn't get it
Ha-huh-ha, get it niggas is so dritty
If you believe in fate then that means that life's scripted
Give or take a couple of pages for quick edits
I just rip out them pages, nothing is ever sacred
I'm searching for an oasis, the end is coming no way to save it
This song, from the album CZARFACE, features underground artist Mr. Muthafuckin eXquire. This track features Inspectah Deck and Esoteric simply bodying the instrumental with relentless flows.


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Magic StartupBus
An IC prof spends 72 hours on the StartupBus and lives to tell the tale.
It's 6 a.m. on a Tuesday in early March, and Adam Peruta, assistant professor of strategic communication, is in Washington, D.C., boarding a bus to Austin, Texas. By the time he reaches his destination, he will have launched a business.
At least that's the idea behind the StartupBus, an annual competition that pits teams from across the country against each other in a tech business showdown. This year there were 11 buses with 20 or more people on each, all pitching their own startup idea. At the final destination, the South by Southwest tech conference, the teams presented their ideas and a winner is chosen.
Peruta chronicled his experience for ICView below.
While the Rate My Class website is still under development, Peruta plans to apply some of his StartupBus experiences to his classes this fall.
"I definitely want to include more of an entrepreneurial spin on some of my projects and assignments where possible," he says.
He also hopes to replicate the StartupBus experience for current students.
Visit ratemyclass.com to view a prototype and watch the pitch video below.
Editor's Note: Peruta will compete in the Ultraman World Championships for the fourth time this November.


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If you want to dress your iPad up in the finest case money can buy, you needn't look much further than this: Gresso's African Blackwood, 18k gold jacket. It smells distinctly of excess.
It's the same look and feel as Gresso's $3,000 iPhone 4 case, and while the iPad version doesn't have a price listed yet—it goes on sale tomorrow—one would imagine the cost is commensurate with the size increase.
Then again, for the right tasteful millionaire, it could make the iPad just the accent piece for a mahogany-lined billiard room. [Gresso via Gearlog]


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While many large organisations see smartphones, tablets and employee-owned devices in the workplace as inevitable, the majority are lagging in providing employees with more than basic (email/calendar) mobile applications.
This shortfall in support for employee mobility is driving employees to download unauthorised apps (BYO apps) to help them do their job, even though doing so may be grounds for dismissal, a recent study by Unisys confirms.
The 2012 Australian Consumerisation of IT study, which first polled 307 employees and then surveyed 79 business and IT decision makers, showed 42 per cent of Australian employees said they had downloaded unauthorised mobile apps or PC software.
The most common reason given for doing so – cited by 63 per cent of respondents – was that they needed it for work purposes and their employer didn't provide an alternative. Employees said that they use these apps to conduct work with customers, partners and/or suppliers, not just for personal reasons or to communicate with each other.
Aside from personal email apps and websites, the most common apps downloaded by Australian employees were video conferencing tools such as Skype or FaceTime (33 per cent of respondents), file sharing such as Box or Dropbox (29 per cent), and chat tools such as Microsoft Messenger or Google Talk (25 per cent).
Unisys A/NZ technology consulting and integration services vice-president, Rob Dewar, said the findings show that as part of their increased mobility, employees are increasingly seeking tools for better collaboration and customer service – whether or not those tools are sanctioned by their employers.
"However, their behaviour is risky because an easily available app could contain malicious code and be used as a vehicle to steal data, spy or access a network. This behaviour can also lead to operational inefficiency and complicate end-user support if numerous employees are using too many different applications," Dewar said.
The survey also found that to date, the primary strategy taken by employers to manage BYO apps has been to ban them, often with harsh penalties – 27 per cent of respondents said that they had an IT policy prohibiting the downloading of third party applications and 67 per cent said downloading unauthorised software was prohibited or even potential grounds for dismissal.
"The key for security-sensitive organisations is to deliver a compelling app suite to their employees via controlled methods, such as a dedicated app store, so that users don't need to come up with workaround methods to access applications," Dewar said.
He added that these businesses should consult with their mobile workers to determine what type of apps they require, as well as define a clear set of policies on application use and an education program around the security implications of third party apps.


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In this tutorial you will learn how to create BCG Matrix in Excel. BCG Matix is a chart which show you potential of your company's products. BCG stands for Boston Consulting Group – this company created this chart for the first time. The other name is Ansoff Matrix.
Preparing Data to BCG Matrix
First you need some data. You need market growth, market share for all of your products and relative market share.
To get relative market share just divide market share of your product and market share of your largest competitor.
Inserting BCG Matrix
To insert BCG Matrix in Excel select columns A, B and C for all products. Market Growth will be values of Y axis. Market Share will be the bubble in the chart.
Go to Ribbon > Insert > Other Charts and click Bubble Chart
Bubble Chart inserted
Now change X-axis values. Right-click X-axis values and go to Select Data.
Click Edit to change source of data.
You have to change series X values.
Select Relative Market Share values. It is column E in this example.
Your BCG Matrix chart is a bit changed. Now, all values are correct.
Let's continue formatting of X Axis. Right-click X-axis and go to Format Axis. Click Values in reverse Order and change Axis Value to 1 (it depends on your market!).
Your Bubble Chart starts to be similar to BCG Matrix.
Click the chart. Go to Ribbon > Layout tab. Click:
- Gridlines > Primary Horizontal Gridlines > None
- Legend > None
- Add both Axis Titles
Right-click Y-axis and go to Format Axis. Change Axis value to 0,1 (also depends on yor market!)
BCG Matrix is almost ready but needs some formatting
Do some formatting:
- Go to Ribbon > Insert > Text Box and insert box in the chart to create some labels
- Change titles of chart and axes
BCG Matrix is ready.
This is a portfolio of your products:
- Product3 is your star. You will earn money on this product.
- Product2 is a cash cow. This is product which is giving you money now.
- Product4 is a qustion mark. You should invest money in this product.
- Product1 and Product5 are dogs. Just don't sell them any more.
I prepared template of BCG Matrix. You can download it here for free.


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Hops are by far my favorite ingredient in beer, I love my IPA's, but on occasion I stumble across other uses for them, like pickled hops shoots which I did a post about a while back and now soap. I was looking up hops online and I stumbled across an Etsy site for Hops Soap and immediately realized that my shower experience was seriously lacking. Looking at the site I realized that the Hops Soap was made right here in Maine at Aroostook Hops, a hopyard up in Northern Maine, this was perfect, a local product that involved hops, I had to know more. I sent Krista (soap maker) an email and asked her where I could find a bar locally before ordering online, Krista was kind enough to send me down a couple of bars to try out.
Sadie's the Lady Hops Soap comes in 4oz bars, it's a greenish color with brown flecks, very natural looking and slightly rough to the touch. Now I won't lie, I had it in my head that this soap was going to smell like a hop bomb of an IPA like Marshall Wharf Cant Dog or something along those lines and I was wrong. Sadie's the Lady is a really clean smelling soap, it's not artificially scented but has a pleasant slightly fruity aroma; coconut, olive oil, maybe just a light earthy hops scent. I would say it's a unisex bar of soap as far as scent, it appealed to both myself and my wife.
My wife and I both agreed that the soap felt great on our skin, smooth, soft, and lathered up easily without being sticky like some bar soaps. My wife mentioned immediately after drying her hands how good her skin still felt, as if she has just finished moisturizing them as opposed to washing them. Post hand washing and our skin felt great, but the most noticeable thing was what was missing from washing with most any other soap out there, the lack of smell, clean skin, no perfumes or clinging aromas.
Overall the wife and I enjoyed this product. Hops aren't only great in beer but have antiseptic properties that make them useful in treating small cuts, they can be used on dry skin and even in anti-wrinkle creams. I think the remainder of this bar will be used by my son who has dry skin and is sensitive to products that are overly scented. If you are looking to try a new soap that's locally produced and produced with Maine grown hops no less, give Sadie's the Lady a shot, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Thanks again to Krista at Aroostook hops for sending me a sample to try.
Oh, and did I mention she sent two bars? She did! Since this is my 100th blog post and I'm feeling grateful for all my readers, I'm going to give away the second bar to one of you. Comment on this post and tell me what your favorite IPA is and you'll be entered to win a bar of Sadie's the Lady hops soap produced at Aroostook Hops in Northern Maine. You will have until 6pm on Sunday May 12th to enter; I will select a winner at random and announce the winner below and on my Facebook Page.
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Including payments in partner's income.(p7)
|Payments resulting in loss.(p7)
Sale or Exchange of Property(p7)
More than 50% ownership.(p8)
More information.(p8)
Contribution of Property(p8)
Disguised sales.(p8)
|Form 8275 required.(p8)
Contribution to partnership treated as investment company.(p8)
Contribution to foreign partnership.(p8)
Basis of contributed property.(p8)
Allocations to account for built-in gain or loss.(p8)
Distribution of contributed property to another partner.(p9)
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We believe that fundamental knowledge of our products and processes is essential to be successful within our organization. Therefore Van Hessen has developed challenging and distinguished traineeships: a management traineeship and a product specialist traineeship. Throughout the last 2 decades the program has produced many talented colleagues. They are now in the most senior management positions of the company or have become our highly respected product specialists driven by optimization and innovation.
In order to consolidate our leading position in the meat industry; we are continuously recruiting academic graduates to join our program. After the trainee period, you can count on careful career planning and participation in management development programs. It is most likely that you will be located abroad.
During the 1.5 year training period - of which a substantial part takes place in China, Australia, Europe, Morocco and the United States - you will become acquainted with the full line of products and production processes. In addition, you will be exposed to various areas of management throughout the program. The ultimate objective of the program is to develop you for a key position within the Van Hessen Group.
Although you will be situated in many different countries during this intensive period, you won't stand alone; a tutor, a mentor and a coach will supervise and guide you through this challenging period. They will ensure you get the most out of yourself and will monitor your progress.
Our head office in the Netherlands is the location where your journey starts. Here you will be introduced to the basics of our company and products. Very soon you will travel to different locations around the world to experience and understand our production process. You will visit slaughterhouses, our own subsidiaries and companies in the meat processing industry and customers.
Our expectations are high. We expect you to be continuously focused and analytical, even though you will be hit by fatigue and encounter stressful situations. If you have the guts, we welcome you to join our strong company culture and great people with passion for our product.
For more information regarding the traineeships please visit www.werkenbijvanhessen.com (Dutch)


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YEAR BUILT: 1737 (architecturally renovated in mid-1990s)
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Go as far west as the Wild Atlantic Way will takes you, and you'll catch a glimpse of a group of fabled islands; deserted, battered by the elements, but endlessly fascinating
These are the deserted Blasket Islands off the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry. No trip to this area is really complete without an attempt to get to know them better, and a good introduction is a visit to the Great Blasket Centre on the mainland in the Gaeltacht village of Dunquin (Dún Chaoin). This interpretative centre and museum gives a wonderful insight into the people of the Blaskets who were evacuated in 1953. The community eked out a living from the land and the sea, and left behind a literary heritage that survives to this day.
Really though, the best way to experience the Blaskets is to visit them. Hop on a ferry from tiny Dunquin Harbour, accessed by its steep, winding road and you could be on Great Blasket within 20 minutes (weather permitting). You can also take a boat trip around the islands to get a closer look at the stunning variety of wildlife that thrives here.
Colonies of seabirds nest in the rocky cliffs, while sheep, rabbits and hares keep the grassy roads well trimmed. And if you look out to the water, you can see anything from basking sharks and minke whales to (if you're very lucky) the occasional passing killer whale.
The Great Blasket is the largest and most visited of the islands. Once there was around 175 people living here, but emigration and the harsh living conditions took their toll. By 1953, the last of the islanders moved to the mainland. Today you can still see the remains of a deserted village – a poignant reminder of the past.
Each of the Blasket Islands boasts some fascinating feature or fact: Inishvickillane has its own herd of red deer and a puffin colony; Tearaght is the proud possessor of Europe's steepest funicular track and Ireland's most westerly lighthouse; Inishnabro has its Cathedral Rocks: spectacular rock formations that resemble a Gothic cathedral; Inishtooskert is known as "the Sleeping Giant" due to its somewhat eerie silhouette when viewed from the mainland. Then there's Beginish (Oileán na n-Óg), and the numerous other tiny islands that make up the archipelago.
The enduring fascination with the Blaskets can be explained in part by the brilliance of their storytellers. During the long dark winter nights, seanchaí (a skilled teller of tales) like Peig Sayers would hold neighbours spellbound, telling stories that were often handed down through generations.
By the beginning of the 20th century, however, the islanders knew their way of life was coming to an end. Some, like Sayers and Tomás O'Crohan, decided to write down their memories to preserve them. And so a remarkable collection of books came from this remote isolated place, written in the pure form of Irish that was unique to the Blaskets, and telling of the joys and sorrows of island life. They were written, according to O'Crohan, "because the like of us will not be here again".
Geographical coordinates: Latitude 54° 19' 33.49; longitude 9° 20' 44.45 (note, if you use your car's GPS to go directly to this point, you may not always remain on the Wild Atlantic Way route.)
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Review of Mysterious Near-Sun Objects For March 19th 2012
There is no possible explanation for the continuous recordings of these colossal "near-sun" objects that satisfies my own scientific curiosity. Be sure to look carefully at the size scale chart of our earth and the planets of our solar system as compared to the size of the sun which is shown at the beginning of these videos. Then, keeping that in mind, try to get your mind around the enormous size of these objects, recorded close to the sun, which are ten, twenty or thirty times the size of our own earth. These are clearly not planets, and several of them actually look like machines. What are these objects?
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Live BP session goes well for Vogelsong
SAN FRANCISCO -- Ryan Vogelsong's next checkpoint on his road to physical recovery could be appearing in an Arizona League game Tuesday, which might put the right-hander on course to resume pitching for the Giants on Aug. 9 or 10, manager Bruce Bochy said.
Bochy spoke Saturday after watching Vogelsong throw 35 pitches of batting practice to outfielder Gregor Blanco and coaches Roberto Kelly and Shawon Dunston. Vogelsong warmed up for that session by tossing 40 pitches in the bullpen, hiking his total to 75. Bochy said that the Giants want Vogelsong to build enough stamina to throw 80 to 85 pitches before they'll consider activating him from the disabled list.
Bochy said that Vogelsong might follow the Arizona League stint by pitching an injury rehabilitation game for Class A San Jose. Bochy reiterated that Vogelsong likely will travel with the Giants to Washington, D.C., on July 28 for their White House visit the next day, then would pitch a game or two for Double-A Richmond.
After that, barring setbacks, Vogelsong might be ready to be reinstated from the DL, where he was assigned after fracturing the pinkie on his throwing hand May 20.
Vogelsong compared his throwing session to an early Spring Training bullpen stint in which regaining sharpness and building arm strength would be primary goals.
"I took out of it what I wanted to," said Vogelsong, San Francisco's No. 5 starter before being injured. "I came out of it healthy and I was able to work on my pitches."


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What is going on with canceled Wave 9 orders?
Did you pre-order DCU Classics Wave 9 from a retailer and are now being told that they can't fulfill your order due to not receiving enough figures from Mattel? Mattel addresses the problem today on their Matty Collector Facebook page, read on...
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Hey DCU fans,
A lot of fans have written in about some canceled DCU Classic orders for Wave 9.
Mattel always does its best to fulfill product on shelves and were currently working on shipping as much of Wave 9 as possible. We will work with all of our customers to fulfully as many orders as possible. It is also possible we will go back into production of Wave 9 down the line due to greater demand. But nothing is set in stone yet. Still working on this.
In the future, we will be working even more in advance with retailers and online e-tailers to get orders in early for DCUC to ensure all orders can be filled.
Doing all we can do on this - you have my word!
And to clarify, we will not be selling Wave 9 on Mattycollector.com. Although we reviewed this option a few months back, because online and brick and mortar retailers needed Wave 9 product, we released what we had hoped to sell on Mattycollector to these customers. We're hoping that by Wave 11 we can indeed offer DCUC on Mattycollector.com and fill all customer orders too. We'll have more details if they are available and if this goes forward. Again, nothing set in stone right now.


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Janine Shalev of JS Property Staging talks about transforming sale and rental properties into stunning homes people can see themselves living in
We take a look around the newly renovated Hampstead home of Carly Madhvani, founder of interior design studio, NW3 Interiors
The sun is shining, and it's time to get outside and make the most of your garden.
Architect Richard Keep transformed an 'ugly duckling' in Dartmouth Park with some clever design.
Developers are now including on-site co-working facilities in residential builds to accommodate the needs of the growing number of home-workers
Carly Madhvani, of Hampstead interior design service NW3 Interiors, offers her tips on styling a beautiful festive table and where to source products locally
We chat to five local designers and artists who tell us about the one thing they must have or do at home that puts them in the Christmas mood
Maud & Mabel is a gallery and shop in Hampstead featuring understated yet striking art, ceramics jewellery and clothing. Here, owner Karen Whiteley reveals the new makers she is working with and talks Christmas trends.
Former Kelly Hoppen project director John Allsopp has recently returned to his architectural roots, opening an independent studio in Belsize Park. He talks about his youth in Barbados, marrying interior styling with structural design and reveals the artistic visionaries he most admires.
Property developers St William are transforming the old Clarendon Gasworks into a residential and commerical city village as part of the Haringey Heartlands development.
They may be the biggest nuisance at summer barbecues, but wasps are also of great benefit to the garden - but how so? A top entomologist reveals all
As dahlia societies nationwide stage their annual shows this month, expert Katie Kingett offers seven tips to success with these late summer showstoppers
Emma Rice talks to rug designer Sonya Winner about her passion for colour and her new inspirational showroom in Dartmouth Park
This elegant apartment in St John's Wood has been carefully curated by interior designer and former concert pianist, Brian Woulfe
The property price gap between London and other cities around the UK is predicted to narrow in the next two years according to figures published by Hometrack
Architecture and design discussion group New London Architecture will be hosting a series of dinners at Spiritland in Kings Cross this summer, starting with an event featuring renowned furniture, lighting and home accessory designer Tom Dixon, on Thursday, July 26.
Tom Dixon, designer of iconic modernist furniture and lighting, has moved his business to a new Kings Cross HQ. Here he talks about what he learned working in the music industry, moving to the epicentre of London's future industries and finding new creative 'obsessions'.
One of London's last remaining indoor antique markets, Alfies, on Church Street, has launched a dedicated Middle Eastern art, antiques and design department, spanning two floors and more than 4,000 square feet.
As the school holidays beckon, designer Ann-Marie Powell
shares top tips with Hannah Stephen for getting youngsters outdoors
Love your lawn? So, get the right tools to help you maintain it in summer. Hannah Stephenson selects three essentials to make the job easier.
Britain's Got Talent judge and author David Walliams is selling his Hampstead home for 5.35million with Marcus Parfitt.
Londoners seeking high quality houses for sale within easy commuting distance of the capital are being advised to look north to St Albans' prestigious Gabriel Square development.
Good fences make good neighbours goes the saying, but fellow residents can have an impact on the enjoyment of your home. North London estate agent Simon Gerrard shares his tips for finding the perfect location.
Matt Keightley, the designer behind the Feel Good Garden at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, reveals how to make your own outdoor space more soothing. By Hannah Stephenson
Want to save your plants and save water? Go easy with the sprinkler and embrace these expert suggestions instead, says Hannah Stephenson
Two new show apartments have opened at a luxury development in Highgate.
A cottage in Highgate Village where the renowned poet A.E Housman once lived is now available to buy.
Trevor Abrahmsohn, MD at north London agents Glentree, writes about his encounters with divorcing couples selling the marital home
On the market for the first time in many years is this attractive, substantial detached double fronted family house located in a prime location.
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This week sees the launch of two exciting new television shows. Green Lantern gets an animated adventure show from the guy who helped put DC animation on the map. Meanwhile, Sir Ridley Scott explores the history of science fiction. Plus Primeval returns to American TV! And Terra Nova does something unutterably cool with a dinosaur, for real.
Click through for your first look at clips from this week's episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Adventure Time, The Walking Dead, Terra Nova, Mythbusters, American Horror Story, Fringe and Primeval!
Cartoon Network has a new Johnny Test at 7 PM, in which the show will be challenging geek sexism. Here's what happens: "In order to win a prize in a male-only science club, Susan switches bodies with Johnny." At 8 PM, there's a new episode of Adventure Time, "Beautopia" — in which "Susan Strong returns to tell Finn and Jake that her world is in danger!" Check out a clip over on the left, in which Jake takes a shape we've never seen before!
And then at 8:15, there's a new Regular Show, followed by a new Mad at 8:30. Here's a new Regular Show clip.
Also at 8 PM: Nicktoons has a new episode of Iron Man: Armored Adventures, "Fugitive of S.H.I.E.L.D."
There's an all-new Terra Nova on Fox at 8 PM, "Nightfall." It sounds like things are going to start moving forward a teeny bit:
A crashing meteor wipes out all technology and wreaks havoc on the colony. Meanwhile, Maddy and Reynolds are stuck out in the wilderness, Elisabeth and Skye work together to save a life and Taylor tries to prevent Mira and the "Sixers" from invading Terra Nova. Also, a mystery man makes his presence known.
The stunt Mira pulls with a dinosaur (see first video below) might be a genuinely cool moment that could make people take another look at this show. Here's a featurette and four clips:
And then at 9 PM, the frequently weird-science-tinged House is also on Fox.
And another episode of Death Valley airs at 11 PM on MTV.
At 8 PM, Nicktoons has a new episode of Speed Racer: The Next Generation, while Cartoon Network has a new Looney Tunes Show.
At 9 PM, National Geographic has a new special, Hunt for the Giant Squid.
At 10 PM, H2 has another episode of The Universe, "How the Solar System Was Made."
The IFC Channel has another episode of Onion News Network at 10 PM.
Also at 10 PM, CBS has another episode of Unforgettable, the show about the cop who can freeze-frame and enhance her memories and stuff. This time:
Carrie and Al investigate the death of a public defender, only to discover that the killer has a larger plan which may lead to a second murder.
At 8 PM on Nicktoons, there's a new (to us) episode of Dragon Ball Z Kai.
And then at 9 PM, in most markets, PBS has a new Nova, "The Fabric of the Cosmos: The Illusion of Time."
Time. We waste it, save it, kill it, make it. The world runs on it. Yet ask physicists what time actually is, and the answer might shock you: They have no idea. Even more surprising, the deep sense we have of time passing from present to past may be nothing more than an illusion. How can our understanding of something so familiar be so wrong? In search of answers, Brian Greene takes us on the ultimate time-traveling adventure, hurtling 50 years into the future before stepping into a wormhole to travel back to the past. Along the way, he will reveal a new way of thinking about time in which moments past, present, and future-from the reign of T. rex to the birth of your great-great-grandchildren-exist all at once. This journey will bring us all the way back to the Big Bang, where physicists think the ultimate secrets of time may be hidden. You'll never look at your wristwatch the same way again.
There's an all-new Mythbusters on the Discovery Channel at 9 PM:
Apparently when a methane blast happens in a sewer, manhole covers are thrown high into the air, crashing back to the ground with a resounding "gong" a few seconds later. Adam and Jamie test whether a shockwave from a sewer explosion could really propel a manhole cover sky high. Meanwhile, Grant, Kari and Tory test truck bed liner myths. A pickup truck bed liner is said to be indestructible. But is it really? Can it really stop an animal attack, prevent a car from being damaged … and even be bomb-proof?
That's followed by the season finale of Penn & Teller Tell a Lie.
At 10 PM, Ridley Scott illuminates the secrets of science fiction on the Science Channel with the first episode of Prophets of Science Fiction. Here's what to expect:
Ridley Scott, the creative genius behind legendary Hollywood classics including "Alien," "Blade Runner" and "Gladiator," comes to SCIENCE this November with the world premiere eight-part series, PROPHETS OF SCIENCE FICTION. An auteur of science fiction himself, Scott goes from behind the camera to on-air guide to explore the relationship between genre and the constantly-evolving worlds of science and technology. From Jules Verne and Isaac Asimov to George Lucas and Phillip K. Dick, the dreams of storytellers often become the inspiration for researchers seeking mankind's next transformative discovery.
"For years I have been fascinated with the connection between creative inspiration and scientific progress," said Scott. "Often there is an attempt to separate the worlds of art and science, when in reality the two are inseparably linked. I am thrilled to work with SCIENCE on PROPHETS OF SCIENCE FICTION, which will be the definitive exploration of science fiction's ability to spark real-world genius."
Each episode of PROPHETS OF SCIENCE FICTION focuses on a visionary sci-fi figure whose spark of imagination changed our reality. The premiere episode explores the celebrated author, Mary Shelley. Widely credited with creating the science fiction genre, Shelley's seminal work, Frankenstein, provided a springboard for the future study and development of organ transplantation, cardiac defibrillation, electric batteries, and many other modern advances.
Using iconic movie clips and cutting-edge animation, each episode of PROPHETS OF SCIENCE FICTION features a bold future-forward on-air look that is consistent with Scott's big-screen legacy. Scott and his group of cinematic and scientific experts, including famed director, Paul Verhoeven, and renowned theoretical physicist, Dr. Michio Kaku, dissect the genius of Shelley and other science fiction titans; such as George Lucas, Isaac Asimov, Jules Verne, Phillip K. Dick, Arthur C. Clarke, H.G. Wells, and Robert Heinlein.
Then at 10 PM, there's another new American Horror Story on FX, and here's a clip. In "Piggy Piggy":
Constance enlists Violet's assistance with Tate. Ben helps a new patient confront his fears.
Another option at 10 PM: a new episode of Psych on USA, "Dead Men's Curveball."
A third option at 10 PM: a new episode of South Park.
There's the midseason finale of The Vampire Diaries on The CW at 8 PM, in which I really hope that Damon and Stefan are going to feed misinformation to Tyler, in order to trap Klaus. (It's the obvious thing to do.) Here's what happens according to the CW:
On the night of the Homecoming dance, Rebekah (guest star Claire Holt) opens up to Elena (Nina Dobrev) about why the evening is so important to her, leaving Elena with conflicting emotions. Caroline (Candice Accola) and Matt (Zach Roerig) are both shocked at Tyler's (Michael Trevino) behavior throughout the evening. The night takes a surreal turn when Klaus (Joseph Morgan) puts his latest plan into action. Determined to outsmart Klaus, Damon (Ian Somerhalder) enters into a dangerous partnership, leading to a terrifying turn of events. The band My Morning Jacket performs in the party scenes.
A second option at 8 PM: Community, "Studies in Modern Movement."
Also at 8 PM: another new The Big Bang Theory on CBS at 8 PM, "The Ornithophobia Diffusion."
And then there's one of the final episodes of Charlie's Angels on ABC, also at 8.
And meanwhile at 8 PM, there's also yet another new Dragon Ball Z Kai on Nicktoons.
Also at 9 PM: The CW has the midseason finale of The Secret Circle, "Balcoin." Here's what happens:
Cassie (Britt Robertson) and Jake (guest star Chris Zylka) look into her father's side of the family, hoping to discover more about her lineage and why she has powers separate from the Circle. Meanwhile, Adam (Thomas Dekker) becomes protective of Cassie when Faye (Phoebe Tonkin) reveals that Jake might be hiding something dangerous from them. At the same time, Adam's equally concerned when Melissa's (Jessica Parker Kennedy) cousin Holden (guest star Arlen Escarpeta) comes to town and catches Diana's (Shelley Hennig) eye. A power shift forms between Charles (Gale Harold) and Dawn (Natasha Henstridge) that threatens to destroy their plan.
I have a feeling Secret Circle is one of those shows that will be more fun watching a whole season in a weekend on DVD. What do you think?
No new Person of Interest this week — it's back next week.
And then at 10 PM, there's another Burn Notice, "Breaking Point."
Cartoon Network has a new Generator Rex at 6 PM, followed by a new Young Justice, "Disordered."
The Forever People come seeking a missing possession: Sphere, which has undergone a bizarre transformation.
And then at 7 PM, there's the one-hour series premiere of Green Lantern: The Animated Series on Cartoon Network!
Green Lantern: The Animated Series is an all-new CG animated action series from Warner Bros Animation and overseen by world-renowned producer, artist and animator Bruce Timm (Batman: The Animated Series, Justice League, Teen Titans, Batman Beyond, DC Universe original animated movies). As Earth's Green Lantern, Hal Jordan is used to being in dangerous situations - but he's never faced anything like this! Set at the farthest reaches of deep space, Green Lantern: The Animated Series finds Hal on the Guardian Frontier, where he must face down an invasion from by the Red Lantern Corps. Powered by pure rage, the evil Red Lanterns have sworn to destroy the Green Lantern Corps and everything they stand for. Dispatched with his friend and former drill sergeant - the gruff, hulking alien Kilowog - on the experimental spacecraft The Interceptor, Hal is soon joined by an all-new group of heroes on a mission to protect Guardian Space - and the Green Lantern Corps itself!
Honestly, the words "Bruce Timm" are all I need to get excited about this. Watch a lengthy preview above.
And then at 8 PM, there's another episode of Chuck, on NBC, "Chuck Vs. The Frosted Tips":
WHEN LIFE AS THE INTERSECT INFLATES MORGAN'S EGO, CHUCK IS TESTED AS BOTH HIS HANDLER AND HIS FRIEND. CARRIE-ANNE MOSS GUEST STARS. As the team is tasked with finding one of the CIAs most wanted, Chuck (Zachary Levi) fears that the Intersect may be going to Morgan's (Joshua Gomez) head. Meanwhile Sarah (Yvonne Strahovski) helps Casey (Adam Baldwin) navigate his relationship with Gertrude (guest star Carrie-Anne Moss). Elsewhere, Captain Awesome (Ryan McPartlin) makes a startling revelation about Jeff (Scott Krinsky) and Lester (Vik Sahay).
But that's not all! Cartoon Network has a brand new Star Wars: The Clone Wars, "Plan of Dissent," and we've got your first look at a brand new clip! Sounds like General Krell is still not winning over the Clone troopers, judging from this synopsis:
After the Republic conquers an Umbaran airbase, General Krell orders Rex and his men on towards the heavily fortified capital. Realizing there's a better plan, several clone troopers disobey orders to carry out a rogue, covert operation.
Also at 8 PM, CBS has another episode of A Gifted Man, the ghost-doctor show that's being described as a sure thing for cancellation at this point.
Meanwhile at 8, The CW has more of its frequently sciencey spy show Nikita, "London Calling":
Michael (Shane West) becomes alarmed when he hears Cassandra (guest star Helena Mattsson) is in trouble and rushes off to help her. He discovers General Tupelov (guest star Paulino Nunes) has accused her of stealing two million dollars and has threatened to kill her unless she returns it. However, when Cassandra's story doesn't add up, Nikita (Maggie Q) becomes suspicious of what she might be hiding. Meanwhile, Alex (Lyndsy Fonseca) receives a very tempting offer from Percy (Xander Berkeley) that could give her the resources to eliminate Semak.
Or for another alternative at 8 PM, Disney Channel has a brand new Wizards of Waverly Place, followed at 8:30 by a new A.N.T. Farm.
Also, at 8:30 PM, Cartoon Network has a brand new Thundercats, "The Forest of Magi Oar."
At 9 PM, NBC has an all-new Grimm, "Beeware." No, that's really the title. Will the monsters beehave? We'll bee finding out soon:
A SOCIAL MEDIA CRAZE DISGUISES A STRING OF BIZARRE MURDERS - The station is abuzz as Nick (David Giuntoli) and Hank (Russell Hornsby) are called to a case where an innocent flash mob results in a gruesome homicide. As Nick delves further into the investigation, he learns more about his unique family history, and finds himself at odds when he and Hank are assigned to protect a dark character from his recent past.
There's also a new Fringe at 9 PM on Fox, "And Those We Left Behind." Here's a sneak peek. And here's what it's about:
The FRINGE team must find the pattern between tragic time loop anomalies. As the investigation unfolds, Raymond (guest star Stephen Root), an electrical engineer, and his wife Kate (guest star Romy Rosemont), a professor of theoretical physics, enter the picture.
Also at 9 PM, there's another new Supernatural on The CW, with yet another ridiculously meta title: "Season 7, Time for a Wedding!"
HERE COMES THE GROOM; PLUS DJ QUALLS GUEST STARS - While on a hunt, Sam (Jared Padalecki) runs into someone from his past and a confrontation ensues. Meanwhile, Dean reluctantly teams up with a quirky, laid-back hunter named Garth (guest star DJ Qualls), when he finds himself in a situation that he just cannot explain.
Then at 10 PM, there's another episode of Sanctuary on Syfy, "Homecoming."
And then at 11 PM on G4, there's a new episode of X-Men Anime.
The Hub is showing a new episode of R.L. Stine's The Haunting Hour: The Series at 5 PM.
Cancel all your Saturday night plans! Syfy is having a brand new TV movie at 9 PM, Rage of the Yeti — directed by Stargate's David Hewlett! Here's what it's about:
A team of treasure hunters in the Arctic are attacked by ferocious snow beasts. Before long, the adventure is no longer about finding riches — it's about getting down the mountain alive. Starring David Chokachi and Yancy Butler, Rage of the Yeti is a production of UFO Films.
Also at 9 PM, BBC America has the season five premiere of Primeval, which apparently is Connie Willis' favorite show ever. I watched this episode already and it was pretty fun, and a decent jumping-on point. Here's what happens:
An underground creature brings chaos to the city, forcing the team to chase around the city to track down the movements of this vicious burrowing creature. When the creature strikes for the final time, the team find one of their own in mortal danger and fight to save their life.
And then at 11 PM, Disney XD has a new (to us Americans) episode of Naruto Shippuden,
Fox has its usual Sunday-night animation bloc starting at 8 PM with The Simpsons and continuing with Allen Gregory, Family Guy and American Dad.
Also at 8 PM: Yet another hilariously shit-tastic holiday TV movie, Cancel Christmas on the Hallmark Channel:
Imagine Santa's (Judd Nelson) surprise when the Christmas Board of Directors issues an ultimatum to holiday's top Elf: In 30 days or less, make Christmas less commercial and material, or lose it forever. The Board is so sure the turnaround is hopeless that they give Santa the task of changing the hearts of privileged kids so they, in turn, will reach out to help a less fortunate boy. As he views the mission before him, Santa sees the following themes: private school, privilege, rich kids, mean kids, a science fair, a Golden Retriever, and a friendless boy in a wheelchair. Daunting? No more so than making reindeer fly. If ever there was a force for joy, goodness and sharing, it is the mythical man in red. After all, it's Christmas - believe with all your heart!
ABC has another chapter of Once Upon A Time at 8 PM, "The Price of Gold":
Emma tries to help a young pregnant woman escape from the clutches of Mr. Gold. Meanwhile, back in the fairytale world that was, Cinderella (Jessy Schram, "Falling Skies") makes a regrettable deal with Rumplestiltskin.
And then at 9 PM, there's another episode of The Walking Dead, "Chupacabra." Here's your first sneak peek! And here's what happens:
Concerned for their safety, the group makes a plan – one that Hershel disagrees with adamantly. He makes it clear the group is fine to stay for now, but not indefinitely.
Also at 9 PM, Discovery Channel has a new Curiosity, in which Donald Trump reveals how much America would be worth if you put the whole shebang up for sale.
And finally, there's a new Robot Chicken at 11:30 PM on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim. That's followed by the season finale of Squidbillies.
Sources: Futon Critic, MSN TV, TV Guide, and various TV studio press releases.


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So I looked up the nearest Chick-fil-A out here on the California central coast, and lo and behold the nearest location was smack in the middle of the Cal Poly University San Luis Obispo campus. Cal Poly is nothing if not politically correct–it was one of the noxiously PC campuses featured in Evan Coyne Moloney's documentary Indoctrinate U. So I hopped in the car and made the trek down to SLO.
That particular Chick-fil-A outlet is part of a student dining commons, and was, alas, closed for the month, since school is out of session. Too bad; I suspect there might have been some local color if it had been open.
So unable to join the masses supporting Chick-fil-A, I did the next best thing: I rotisseried a chicken myself on the grill. It was yummy.
Meanwhile, a sports rant: So I turn on the Olympics, and immediately wonder if I'm suffering a worsening of my astigmatism. No–it's synchronized diving. Really? What's next: synchronized pole vaulting? Synchronized high jumping? Does Saturday Night Live really need this provocation?


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That sound you just heard was millions of credit cards simultaneously maxing out: Steam's annual winter sale has just begun, and you can see all the deals right here.
Today's Daily Deal highlights include Dishonored for $11.24 and BioShock Infinite for $9. You can also get Metal Gear Rising for $20 and Arkham Origins for $25.
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Crisis of Confidence: Results of National Surveys on Educator Morale During a Pandemic
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Smartphones and Other Devices in Schools: Results of a National Survey
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Coordinated Street Furniture Program
The City has a strong interest in developing a citywide Coordinated Street Furniture (CSF) program that would improve the public amenities on sidewalks. Similar programs in cities across the United States and Canada have resulted in high quality street furniture design, reduced sidewalk clutter, and increased city revenues. The Citys CSF Program Guidelines call for a city-wide ensemble of functional furniture placed in the pedestrian right-of-way to serve the daily needs of transit riders and citizens. The program is intended to meet the following objectives:
- coordinate the design of selected street furniture elements for improved appearance and quality
- create a set of street furniture that reflects the character of Minneapolis and its neighborhoods
- enhance pedestrian circulation and safety
- achieve a higher standard of service and maintenance of street furniture, while enhancing City revenues
The street furniture elements that would be included in a Coordinated Street Furniture program are:
- benches
- transit shelters
- trash/recycling receptacles
- information/wayfinding structures
- multi-publication structures (newspaper corrals)
- neighborhood information kiosks
- bicycle parking units
- public washrooms (should revenues allow)
The City initiated a competitive bid process in early 2008 with a Request for Proposals (RFP) to install and maintain street furniture city-wide over a long term time frame of 15 years in exchange for the right to advertise, and collect revenue, on select CSF elements. Three vendors responded with proposals, and the City initiated negotiations with Clear Channel Outdoor. City staff and Clear Channel were making timely and productive progress toward an agreement when the global financial and economic conditions changed in late 2008. Due to these conditions, Clear Channel notified the City that it was withdrawing from the RFP. After review of the other two proposals in light of global economic conditions, the Department of Public Works recommended that all vendor proposals be rejected. The City Council approved this recommendation and authorized Public works to negotiate with CBS Outdoor to extend their current franchise agreement. That negotiation is currently underway.
When the economic conditions have changed, Public Works will return to the City Council to restart the RFP process. In the interim, Public Works will continue to use the CFS Program Guidelines related to the ongoing street furniture adjustments, modifications and right-of-way placement through its integration into Access Minneapolis – Ten-Year Transportation Plan.
This site will continue to provide you up-to-date information on the development of the Coordinated Street Furniture Program, including project documents and opportunities for public input.
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Jury finds racism in police policies
Jurors uphold some officers' claims reject others in case
NEW HAVEN -- After several days of deliberations, a jury awarded five minority Greenwich police officers $157,000 in a federal racial discrimination case, but rejected the claims of three others.
In its verdict, the nine-person jury found that the town allowed a policy or practice of discrimination on the basis of race.
Three of the eight officers -- Officers Vincent O'Banner and Anthony Cameron and Detective Robert Brown -- received no monetary reward from the jury.
Officer John Woodward received $20,000 and Officer Carlos Franco $25,000 in emotional damages sustained from the hostile work environment the jury determined the two endured under the tenure of former Chief James Walters.
Five of the officers were awarded economic and non-economic damages in the failure to appoint to specialized units claim. The officers' attorney continually pointed out that Walters had made 34 appointments to premium-pay assignments during his term, none of which went to minority officers. The specialized assignments to positions like detective and neighborhood resource officers were made at the police chief's sole discretion.
On that claim, Terral Hardy received $20,000; Woodward $18,000; John Rodriguez $28,000; Scott Johnson $19,000; and Franco $1,000, according approximate figures from lawyers on both sides.
The economic damages were calculated using the collective bargaining agreement pay scale, in accordance with court instructions.
Those officers also received $5,000 each for emotional suffering relating to the failure to appoint to specialized units claim.
Attorney Lewis Chimes, who represented the plaintiffs, said he considered the verdict a victory.
"Obviously, this was very much a win in terms of validation of the officers in this case," said Chimes. Regarding the finding that the town allowed a practice or policy of racial discrimination, Chimes said that meant everything to his clients.
"I think that was what the case was all about," Chimes said.
However, town attorney John Wayne Fox said he considered the case a "compromised verdict."
"We were pleased with much of it. But we are not pleased in any scenario where there is a finding of failure to promote with respect to premium jobs," said Fox.
Fox said the jurors may have been swayed by sympathy for some of the officers and had to answer yes to whether the town allowed a policy of discrimination, without necessarily believing there was a policy of discrimination, in order to award damages.
"It's not uncommon for a jury to come to a conclusion where it wants to give a little something to a plaintiff who has gone through the process," said Fox. "I don't think that results to any true conclusion as a matter of law."
The town has not decided if it will appeal the verdict.
Among the claims the jury did not find were racially motivated was the issue over the 2005 sergeants promotion. Brown claimed Walters intentionally did not freeze an expired list to avoid promoting him and other minority officers to sergeant in favor of three white officers.
The jury also did not award monetary damages to O'Banner for his claim that he was demoted from detective to court technician because of racial bias.
Another officer to whom the jury did not award monetary damages was Cameron. He had been listed under the hostile work environment and failure to appoint to specialized units claims but was denied damages for both.
Chimes said although three plaintiffs did not prevail, they helped establish for the jury the environment within the police department.
"Without their testimony, a lot of the younger guys wouldn't have prevailed," said Chimes. "They were fighting wars way before that."
Chimes said he hoped the policies of the department and town would change as a result of the verdict.
"These guys are good cops and should not have been disadvantaged by race or color," said Chimes, noting that the glass ceiling had been broken. "That will never happen again." Chimes also said that although there was a grievance process in place for officers who felt unfairly treated, it doesn't mean it was effective.
Fox said he did not see any reason why the policies would need to change.
"We have a very specific, very definite, appropriate policy against discrimination," said Fox. "In most instances, that was vindicated by the jury. In some instances the jury had sympathy for some of the individuals and decided to give them something."
Fox said the $157,000 figure awarded by the jury is much less than the town would have agreed to settle for. However, the town has spent nearly $700,000 defending itself in this case since 2006, according to recently released figures.
Chimes said the town never offered any amount of money to settle the case.
Chimes said he will be filing a motion for the town to cover the plaintiff's legal costs, what Fox called "another battle for another day."


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New York Red Bulls 2, Columbus Crew 2 | MLS Match Recap
HARRISON, N.J. – The New York Red Bulls are beginning to make a habit out of late-game heroics.
For the second straight week, the Red Bulls scored in the dying moments of a match, and this time it led to a 2-2 draw with the Columbus Crew at Red Bull Arena on Sunday. New York fell behind twice in the match, including early on, but Jámison Olave scored in second-half stoppage time to save them from defeat in a controversial finish.
Columbus had taken the lead 20 minutes earlier on a contentious penalty call when Justin Meram went down in the box from contact with New York defender Kosuke Kimura after putting an errant shot out of play.
But Olave's equalizer rescued the Red Bulls' unbeaten run, which now stands at seven games and keeps them in first place in the Eastern Conference with a 7-4-4 record. The 4-4-4 Crew, meanwhile, missed a chance to overtake Philadelphia for fifth place in the East.
Columbus got off to the best start imaginable, taking the lead just two minutes in when Dominic Oduro managed to weave his way in between the Red Bulls defense before slotting a shot past goalkeeper Luis Robles. The Ghanaian speedster, however, suffered a knock on the play and had to be replaced by Aaron Schoenfeld six minutes later.
While the goal put them in a hole, the Red Bulls came up with an impressive response. The hosts dominated possession for large stretches and looked the more threatening side and that resulted in them finding an equalizer just after the half-hour mark.
Tim Cahill hit a ball over the top from inside his own half that fell to Thierry Henry, who proceeded to lofting a beautiful shot over Crew netminder Andy Gruenebaum. The 31st-minute goal was Henry's sixth of the season and third in his last three games.
The two teams exchanged some half-chances in the early going of the closing 45 minutes, but the big talking point came in the 73rd minute. Red Bulls right back Kosuke Kimura was whistled for a controversial foul on Crew forward Justin Meram inside the penalty area, and Federico Higuaín stepped up to take it in a situation similar to that of the two team's first meeting of the season earlier this month.
Unlike their previous meeting, however, Higuaín was able to beat Robles on the spot kick, shooting down the middle as the Red Bulls 'keeper dove to his own right to give Columbus their second lead of the day.
OPTA Chalkboard: New York frantically throw numbers forward in final minutes
In search of the equalizer that would extend their unbeaten run, New York frantically threw numbers forward. Second-half sub Juninho had a chance in the 83rd minute that was saved by Gruenebaum and an effort from Olave was cleared off the goal line by Kevan George three minutes later.
Olave would not be denied again. In the second minute of stoppage time, Jonny Steele's cross fell to the Colombian center back and he calmly brought it down with his right before smashing it into the back of the net with his left to complete New York's second rally.
The Red Bulls nearly snatched all three points shortly after, but a goal-mouth scramble resulted in Columbus clearing the ball away before anyone could put a shot on frame.
Both teams now switch gears towards their first US Open Cup matches of the year. The Red Bulls host Reading United of the USL PDL on Wednesday while the Crew get a visit from the Dayton Dutch Lions of the USL PRO. The two MLS clubs will then return to league play on June 1, with New York hosting Vancouver and Columbus hosting Houston.
MLSsoccer.com Men of the Match
|What We Saw
|Jámison Olave (NY)
|After gifting Oduro's opener, big man settled and dominated; oh yeah, that late equalizer wasn't bad.
|Federico Higuaín (CLB)
|Wasn't going to miss a second time against Robles, was he? Willed Columbus to a near three points.
|Tim Cahill (NY)
|Stole late winner from Henry, but sublime ball on Frenchman's goal is an Assist of the Year candidate.


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Hailing from the "Island of Kentucky," New Flavor Designed to Grow Category by Introducing
Wild Turkey Bourbon to Spiced Rum Drinkers Looking to "Man Up"
LAWRENCEBURG, KY (September 4, 2013) – If variety is the "spice" of life, then Spiced Rum drinkers have reason to rejoice. In a move designed to offer a more masculine choice to Spiced Rum, Wild Turkey® Bourbon has written a new chapter in its impressive history of innovation for drinkers looking to "man up" and make the bold leap into the wild world of whiskey. Forever changing the Bourbon category, the legendary brand introduces Wild Turkey Spiced™, the first-ever spiced Bourbon from the "Island of Kentucky." Featuring world-famous Kentucky Straight Bourbon with exotic spice, Wild Turkey Spiced is the consummate choice for drinkers curious about Bourbon and looking to trade-up from Spiced Rum.
At 86 proof, Wild Turkey Spiced is a truly unique Bourbon experience that maintains Wild Turkey's signature bold flavor while highlighting spiced cues previously found only in island spirits. Wild Turkey Associate Master Distiller and Bourbon Hall of Famer Eddie Russell created an eminently mixable, yet sip-able spirit with a sweet and spicy taste profile that can be enjoyed on its own, but really shines when mixed with cola.
"I wanted to develop a liquid that brought to life the best of our robust Bourbon, while borrowing cues that have made island spirits so appealing," said Eddie Russell. "As the category continues to grow, many people, especially rum drinkers, are becoming curious about Bourbon and its sophisticated, more pronounced taste profile. We believe Wild Turkey Spiced is the perfect drink to bring them into the category."
With the combination of island spices and Wild Turkey Bourbon heritage, Wild Turkey Spiced mixes the best of Kentucky and the Islands like no one has ever done before. Supported by a unique, tongue-in-cheek digital campaign that conveys what life is like on the "Island of Kentucky," the marketing will take aim at the notion of graduating from Spiced Rum to the classic, all-American spirit – Bourbon.
Boasting taglines like "Bourbon with a nautical twist – whatever nautical means" and "We considered putting a pirate on the label, until we realized pirates wear tights," the "Island of Kentucky" embodies a macho mindset that transports nascent Bourbon drinkers to a fictional landscape where they can turn in their boring Spiced Rum credentials for something that invokes chest thumping, fist bumping and tremendous feats of strength – Wild Turkey Spiced. The campaign was developed by Wild Turkey creative agency of record VITRO of San Diego.
"One of the pillars for the Wild Turkey Bourbon brand has always been innovation and experimentation, while maintaining our commitment to quality and heritage," said Andrew Floor, Group Brand Director, Wild Turkey. "In our Associate Master Distiller Eddie Russell, we have one of the most inventive Bourbon minds in the industry; someone who can bring innovation and tradition together to create signature products that drive the Bourbon category to new heights."
The release of Wild Turkey Spiced continues a nearly 40-year tradition of innovation dating back to 1976 when Wild Turkey took the category in a completely different direction with the original honey flavored Bourbon, better known today as American Honey®.
Like all Wild Turkey Bourbons, Spiced is born from a natural aging process using American oak barrels with the deepest number 4 or "alligator" char that is used to age every Wild Turkey Bourbon variant. Wild Turkey Spiced joins a growing product line-up that features flagship Wild Turkey Bourbon 81 and 101, Wild Turkey Rye, Wild Turkey Forgiven™, Rare Breed®, Kentucky Spirit®, American Honey® and Russell's Reserve®.
Wild Turkey Spiced will be available nationwide beginning in the fall of 2013 with a suggested retail price of $22.99 per 750 ml bottle. Visit IslandofKentucky.com for additional information.
About Campari America
Campari America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Davide Campari-Milano S.p.A. (Reuters CPRI.MI – Bloomberg CPR IM). At the heart of Campari America are two legends in the American spirits industry. The first, Skyy Spirits, was founded in San Francisco back in 1992 by the entrepreneur who invented iconic SKYY Vodka. The second is the world-famous Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, where they have been making the world's finest whiskies since the 1800's. Both companies were purchased by Davide Campari-Milano and together they form Campari America, which has built a portfolio unrivaled in its quality, innovation and style, making it a top choice among distributors, retailers and consumers. Campari America manages Gruppo Campari's portfolio in the US with such leading brands as SKYY® Vodka, SKYY Infusions®, Campari®, Wild Turkey® Straight Kentucky Bourbon, American Honey®, Russell's Reserve®, Glen Grant® Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Cabo Wabo® Tequila, Espolón® Tequila, Appleton® Estate Rum, Wray & Nephew® Rum, Coruba® Rum, Ouzo 12®, X-Rated® Fusion Liqueur®, Frangelico®, Cynar®, Carolans Irish Cream®, Irish Mist® Liqueur, Sagatiba® Cachaça and Jean-Marc XO Vodka®. Campari America is also the exclusive US distributor of Bowmore® Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Auchentoshan® Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Glen Garioch® Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, McClelland's® Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Flor de Caña® Rum, Midori® Melon Liqueur, Hibiki® Whisky, Hakushu® Single Malt Whisky, and The Yamazaki® Single Malt Whisky.
Campari America is headquartered in San Francisco, California. More information on the company can be found at www.campariamerica.com, www.facebook.com/campariamerica , Twitter: @CampariAmerica and www.camparigroup.com. Please enjoy Campari America brands responsibly and in moderation.
About Gruppo Campari
Davide Campari-Milano S.p.A., together with its affiliates ('Gruppo Campari'), is a major player in the global beverage sector, trading in over 190 nations around the world with leading positions in Europe and the Americas. The Group was founded in 1860 and today is the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry. The Group's portfolio, with over 50 brands, span spirits, the core business, wines and soft drinks. Internationally-renowned brands include Aperol, Appleton, Campari, Cinzano, SKYY Vodka and Wild Turkey. Headquartered in Sesto San Giovanni, Italy, Campari owns 15 plants and 4 wineries worldwide and has its own distribution network in 16 countries. The Group employs over 4,000 people. The shares of the parent company, Davide Campari-Milano S.p.A. (Reuters CPRI.MI – Bloomberg CPR IM), are listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001. For more information: www.camparigroup.com.
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HOUSTON -- Toronto rookie
beat defending champion Jeremy Evans to win the slam-dunk contest during All-Star Saturday night.
The 6-foot-6 Ross, of Portland's Jefferson High School, jumped over a ball boy, whipped the ball between his legs and threw down a one-handed slam to clinch the victory. Earlier, Ross donned a Vince Carter jersey, took a lob from high school teammate Terrence Jones off the edge of the backboard, spun in the air, and then slammed home another one-hander.
Evans jumped over a painted portrait of himself and hurdled Dallas Mavericks forward Dahntay Jones for a dunk in his final round.
Ross earned 58 percent of the fan vote in the championship round. The first round was judged by former Houston Rockets Hakeem Olajuwon, Clyde Drexler, Dikembe Mutombo, Rudy Tomjanovich and Yao Ming.
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The stages of sleep range from light to deep. Each stage has characteristics that can be measured. A sleep study is a number of tests done at the same time during sleep. The tests measure specific sleep characteristics and help to diagnose sleep disorders. A sleep study may also be called polysomnogram.
The basic recordings done during a sleep study may include:
Sleep studies generally take place in a sleep lab during your normal sleeping hours. The goal is to record brain and body activity that happens during sleep so that sleep disorders can be diagnosed and treated.
During a sleep study, the following may be measured:
In addition, these tests may be done:
Doctors trained in sleep medicine evaluate test results to treat sleep issues. A trained sleep technician will be with you in the sleep lab during the testing period.
Common reasons for a sleep study include:
Nightmares during nondream stages of sleep (sleep terrors), sleep walking or talking, and rapid eye movement disorders are less common conditions that may also require a sleep study.
There may be other reasons for your healthcare provider to recommend a sleep study.
There are no known risks for a sleep study other than possible skin irritation due to the attachment of the electrodes to the skin.
A sleep study is generally done on an outpatient basis at night. Procedures may vary based on your condition and your healthcare provider's practices.
Generally, a sleep study follows this process:
You won't need any special care after a sleep study. Results may take several days. However, your healthcare provider may give you other instructions after the procedure, based on your situation.
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Corning Optical Communications LLC, part of Corning Incorporated's (NYSE:GLW) Telecommunications segment, will feature its innovative Evolant® Solutions for Wireless Networks, including fiber to the antenna (FTTA) and Fiber to the Cell Site (FTTCS) at CTIA Wireless 2011®, Mar. 22-24, in Orlando.
In its environmental exhibit (booth #446), customers will be able to see exactly where Evolant Solutions for Wireless Networks fit into their network deployment and enable service providers to easily install and upgrade wireless networks. Today's wireless operators face on-going challenges to supply the coverage and capacity that their customers want, especially for data. This means deployment of 3G and 4G solutions, often in crowded tower and rooftop environments. Corning's Evolant Solutions for Wireless Networks leverage field-proven, standards-based solutions to make FTTA deployment a fast plug-and-play operation that can save time and money.
Three wireless solution sets will be on display in the exhibit: Tower Top to the Cabinet, Rooftop to the Cabinet and Fiber to the Cell Site. These three deployment options provide the flexibility to support a variety of wireless architectures. Each solution set offers unique products to support its technology, such as the OptiSheath® MF2 MultiPort Terminal, Remote Radio Fiber Optic Cable Assembly, Remote Radio Distribution Terminal, Cell Site Drop Assembly and the Wireless Consolidation Terminal.
The booth will feature a 46-inch LCD touch-screen television; by simply touching an image, visitors can access detailed information about the products and solutions on display. By visiting the Corning Optical Communications booth, attendees can enter to win an Apple iPad.
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Corning Incorporated (www.corning.com) is the world leader in specialty glass and ceramics. Drawing on more than 150 years of materials science and process engineering knowledge, Corning creates and makes keystone components that enable high-technology systems for consumer electronics, mobile emissions control, telecommunications and life sciences. Our products include glass substrates for LCD televisions, computer monitors and laptops; ceramic substrates and filters for mobile emission control systems; optical fiber, cable, hardware & equipment for telecommunications networks; optical biosensors for drug discovery; and other advanced optics and specialty glass solutions for a number of industries including semiconductor, aerospace, defense, astronomy and metrology.