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Whether it be on the beach, at school, in the street or in a stadium, no game of football in Brazil would be complete without some of the players eschewing their formal first names or surnames for a more informal nickname.
The likes of o Formiga (the Ant), o Carioca (the one from Rio), or o Mexerica (the Tangerine) are commonplace, whilst it is almost obligatory for smaller, slighter players to have the diminutive form "inho" added to their name, as is the case with Robinho (Little Robson). In contrast, taller, more robust individuals would have the augmentive "ão" added, for example ex-Brazil coach Felipão (Big Phil) Scolari, who was a rugged defender during his playing days.
Perhaps these nicknames are simply a way of differentiating players in a country as football-mad as Brazil, or maybe Brazilians' obsession for smothering the beautiful game in a shroud of creativity and quirkiness, but there can surely be no other nation where nicknames are such an integral part of the footballing culture. And what's more, while legendary figures such as Germany's Franz Beckenbauer (Der Kaiser) or Argentina's Diego Maradona (El Pibe de Oro) enjoy affectionate sobriquets, these would never replace their real names in everyday use. Not the case in the nation that has won five FIFA World Cups™, where players' nicknames are formalised to such an extent that the vast majority of fans never learn the identities that adorn their idols' birth certificates.
Indeed, some of the most famous faces in the illustrious history of A Seleção are infinitely better known by a diminutive form of their name. Fine examples are two-time world champion Didi, full name Valdir Pereira; Brazil's top scorer at Sweden 1958, Edvaldo Izidio Neto, who went by Vava; or more recently the 2007 FIFA World Player, Kaka, whose full name is Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite.
Other Seleção stars came by their nicknames by a more roundabout route, including two of the finest players in world football history in Pele and Garrincha. The former, born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, was known by the diminutive Dico by his family while growing up, only to be dubbed Gasolina by Santos defender Wilson after joining O Peixe in 1956. Yet the origins of Pelé require a lengthier background explanation, with roots that can be traced back to gifted goalkeeper Bile, who turned out for humble outfit Vasco de Sao Lourenco, in the south of Minas Gerais state.
With Pele's father Seu Dondinho playing alongside Bile at Vasco, the young Edson would enjoy watching the gifted goalkeeper in training, before later attempting to recreate the custodian's spectacular saves in street kickabouts with his friends. An aspiring shot-stopper himself as a child, when Edson was in goal he would greet particularly outstanding blocks with a shout of "Bilé!" which those around him misheard as "Pelé!"
Garrincha, for his part, was born Manoel dos Santos, with his nickname coming from a small brown bird that was common in his native town of Pau Grande. Given the sobriquet by his sister, due to his small, skinny build and severely bowed legs, the name would later become synonymous with electrifying wing-play and one of the most popular right-sided forwards of all time.
A team-mate of Pele's during victory at Mexico 1970, Eduardo Goncalves de Andrade was another Brazilian legend whose physical stature earned him an enduring identity. Of average height but outrageously gifted, the young Eduardo would often play with and against much older youths on the pitches of Minas Gerais state. Those same youths thus anointed their younger counterpart with the name of a small and little-valued coin of the time: Tostao.
Following in a similar vein was the uncle of Brazil's USA 1994-winning captain Carlos Caetano Bledorn Verri, who charmingly dubbed the short and stocky youngster 'Dunga' (Dopey) in reference to the character from Disney film 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs'. Even harsher, perhaps, were the school-mates of midfielder Marcos Andre Batista Santos, a FIFA World Cup winner at Korea/Japan 2002, whose looks first earned him the nickname o Capeta (the Devil). More was to come for the unfortunate youngster once his front-two milk teeth had fallen out, which saw him called o Vampiro (the Vampire). From a combination of the two names came Vampeta, under which guise the player turned out for a host of big clubs including European sides PSV Eindhoven, Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain.
Staying in touch with their roots
Aside from physical characteristics, another popular form of nicknaming Brazilian players comes from their place or state of birth, with notable examples being Junior Baiano (from Bahia) or Marcelinho Carioca (from Rio, whose inhabitants are called Cariocas).
Another is former Lyon set-piece wizard Antonio Augusto Ribeiro Reis Junior, who was known simply as Juninho until mid-2000, when then club Vasco da Gama signed Osvaldo Giroldo Junior, also known as Juninho, on loan from Atletico de Madrid. The latter thus temporarily became Juninho Paulista (from Sao Paulo state), with the former going with Juninho Pernambucano (from Pernambuco state), an identity that has stuck with him through his hugely successful time in France and his current spell in Qatar.
A similar clash is behind the changing nicknames of the two most famous Ronaldos in history. Corinthians striker Ronaldo was for much of his early career known by the diminutive of Ronaldinho, until a rising star from Gremio with the same name began to break into A Seleção circa 1999. To avoid confusion, the younger of the pair became Ronaldinho Gaucho, though over time o Fenômeno would drop the "inho" to be simply Ronaldo while the current AC Milan attacker is also much better known as just Ronaldinho.
Not that nicknames are always an accurate description of a player's background. For example midfielder Mineiro, a member of Brazil's squad at Germany 2006, is actually a Gaúcho (from the state of Rio Grande do Sul) as opposed to a Mineiro (from Minas Gerais). Even further from the mark was former midfielder Ricardo Rogerio de Brito, a starter for Brazil at Mexico 1986 and Italy 1990, whose fair hair and pale skin earned him the Teutonic sobriquet Alemao (German).
Nor was Alexandre Pato named for any likeness to a pato (duck), with the AC Milan goal-getter in fact hailing from the city of Pato Branco in Parana state. In contrast, Santos and Brazil starlet Paulo Henrique Ganso was named after a ganso (goose), thanks to the club's kit-man always greeting the arrival at training of O Peixe's gangly and long-limbed U-20 players with the words, "Here comes that bunch of geese". Similarly, the build and strength of Porto's powerhouse forward Givanildo Vieira de Souza means the super-hero inspired nickname Hulk sits easily on his broad shoulders.
Another curious tale lies behind the identity of Wolfsburg striker Grafite, Edinaldo Batista Libanio, who was known as Dina until his youth coach at Matonense, Estevam Soares, decided to dub him grafite (graphite) after a former charge who also had long, pencil-thin legs. The nickname of one of the most successful Brazilian exports of recent times also came about due to a resemblance to a former player. When playing in a wide-right role at youth level, Marcos Evangelista de Moraes was dubbed Cafuringa in honour of an ex-Atletico Mineiro player who had thrived in that same role. However, over time the name and the favoured position would both change, with Cafu going on to become widely recognised as an archetypal exponent of the right wing-back's art.
Animals too are popular for this original form of satire, as is the case with Pavao (Peacock), Edson Cegonha (Stork), Claudio Pitbull, Eduardo Ratinho (Little Rat/Mouse), Aranha (Spider) or Jorge Prea (Guinea Pig). So too are foodstuffs: Cocada (Coconut candy), Eduardo Arroz (Rice), Ademir Sopa (Soup), Triguinho (Wheat), as well as objects like Viola, Balao (Balloon), Tesourinha (Little Treasure), Alfinete (Pin) or Valdir Papel (Paper), proof that in terms of player names at least, pretty much anything goes in Brazilian football.
Given the innumerable examples of this curious trend, why not click on "add your comment" and tell us about your favourite footballing nickname, Brazilian or otherwise, remembering to keep your posts clean, respectful, on-topic and in English.


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The case of a young woman in Delhi who was allegedly raped on a moving bus sparked outrage from Indian politicians, who called for strong action to prevent such incidents from happening again.
The girl was allegedly beaten and raped by as many as five men on Sunday night, according to police. She is now in Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital, where staff say her condition remains critical.
So far, the debate has focused overwhelmingly on law enforcement. Some, like Sushma Swaraj of the Bharatiya Janata Party, called for the accused to be punished with death. "The rapists should be hanged. We need tougher laws to stop rapes," she told lawmakers on Tuesday. Capital punishment is allowed in India but not for crimes like rape.
Sonia Gandhi, president of the ruling Congress party, also intervened. On Tuesday, she paid a late night visit to the victim in the hospital and issued two, strongly worded letters.
"It is a matter of shame that these incidents recur with painful regularity and that our daughters, sisters and mothers are unsafe in our capital city," she wrote in a letter dated Dec. 18 and addressed to Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, a copy of which was posted here. "I would urge you to take whatever steps are necessary to undertake community action, to strengthen law and order, and to step up vigilance to protect women," Mrs. Gandhi added. A Delhi government official declined to comment.
In another letter, addressed to Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde, she wrote: "It is a shame for all of us who are responsible for the security of our cities that a young woman can be raped in a moving bus in the capital of the country and flung on to the street."
In Parliament Tuesday, Mr. Shinde said he recommended the case be fast-tracked in court. He said he would take up the matter with Delhi police to "ensure that all the necessary steps to make Delhi safer for women are taken." On Wednesday, he announced a ban on buses and commercial vehicles with tinted glasses and curtains, among other measures aimed at making public transportation more safe. He also said the number of police cars patrolling the streets of Delhi will be increased.
Four suspects have been charged with rape and attempted murder, while one has fled. None of them could be reached for comment.
While better law enforcement is part of the solution, women's rights advocates say that alone is not enough. "We can't only have action, we need to address the root cause of this problem," says Anne F. Stenhammer, who heads the South Asian chapter of the United Nations women's agency, UN Women. "I think a total change in mindset is necessary."
A patriarchal system where women have restricted liberties, and are discouraged to speak out in their own defense is the main reason why so many cases of rape happen and go unreported, says Ms. Stenhammer.
"In some environments, it is not seen as a good thing for women to speak up and when they do, we have evidence that they are often subject to violence," she says.
To prevent cases of abuse, too often the onus is on women, with people ranging from family members to politicians giving tips to women on what to wear and how to behave. This is a dangerous logic as it implies that women share the blame for abuses of which they are victims.
In debates over the past few days, too little attention has been given to how this mentality should be challenged. For these attitudes to change, Ms. Stenhammer says women's rights should be taught starting from primary school. She also recommends training police, court staff and civil servants on these issues.
An investigation published by Tehelka magazine earlier this year revealed that prejudice against victims of rape among policemen in the Delhi area is common. They linked this to the low rate of conviction in rape cases in Delhi (34.6%.) A spokesman for Delhi police did not reply to requests for comment.
The number of rape cases that were registered in India in 2011 went up about 9.2% from the previous year, according to data from the National Crime Records Bureau, a government agency. With 572 cases, Delhi was the city with the highest number of reported rape cases. In Mumbai, 221 cases were registered.
This actual number of rapes is likely to be a lot higher, as there is still a social stigma attached to rape, preventing many women in conservative environments from turning to law enforcement authorities.
Readers: What do you think is the most effective way to stem the incidence of violent crime against women? Let us know in the Comments.
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Congratulations, German pizza delivery guy, for fighting the stereotype that your people are industrious and hardworking.
"Instead of a tip, could I just crash on your couch for a half hour or something?" stated the pizza delivery guy when reached for comment. "And if you have, like, a coke, that'd be great."
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When I woke up this morning, I was paying the price for staying for the entire game yesterday. Also, it didn't help that I lifted weights for an hour when I got home (just dumb bells – and it didn't hurt my back at all at the time when I did it.)
When I took my first step to go downstairs this morning, my body locked up with another round of back spasms. Will these ever go away?
Luckily, by the time the afternoon rolled around, I was able to somewhat walk, and went to the game.
I was probably the 3rd person into the bleachers, managing to execute an award jog/walk to pass by other ballhawks that might feel silly sprinting in. There were two balls to be had, and Bryan Pelescak, another top notch ballhawk at PNC Park, got both of them. He would go on to snag at least seven balls today.
I got my first ball about fifteen minutes into batting practice. Mark Reynolds hit a monster shot into the second deck of the bleachers. Home runs rarely ever go up there. If balls do land there, its usually after bouncing off of concrete in the lower section. Reynolds' home run landed about four rows back, and I scurried up the stairs after it. Luckily, no one else gave pursuit.
Before picking up the ball, I snapped a picture of ball #1.
A bit later in the round, another Diamondback came up and hit a home run right down the line. Luckily, I was standing nearby and was able to walk over and pick up ball #2 in the walkway between the left field rotunda and section 133.
I tried asking a few Diamondbacks for balls, but without luck. There was one D'back that was particularly devilish. He kept turning to the crowd and waving. Several times he flaunted the ball towards the crowd, before hurling it back in towards the infield. He gave up one ball, and it was one that he tossed into the second deck of bleachers. He likely just wanted to see a scramble for the ball.
I tried chasing down another home run, but it was picked up by an employee who handed it to a kid.
Walking back, I caught a home run (ball #3) at the very back of section 135, just below the second set of bleachers. I just happened to be in the right spot at the right time.
When 5:30 rolled around, and the rest of the stadium opened, I went over to center field to claim a ball from the center field batter's eye. The area is covered in ivy, and spells the word Pirates. There is a fence that prevents any fans from entering the area to get balls. Well, yesterday, there was a ball about eight feet in that would've been reachable had I brought my 'Cleveland Stick' – that collapsible measuring device that I use to get balls out of Heritage Park. Unfortunately, the ball mysteriously had vanished.
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A portrait of a Siren mermaid was located in the Prefects' bathroom in Hogwarts Castle. The portrait was set in a golden frame, and was noted to show off to people using the bathroom if she was awake. Myrtle Warren did not seem to like this portrait very much.
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On Diggory's suggestion, Harry Potter came to the bathroom later in the school year for the same reason. Despite the mermaid being asleep during his visit, it still helped him in coming to the same conclusion Diggory did.[1]
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Behind the scenes
- In the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, this is a moving stained-glass window instead of a portrait.
- In LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 she gets angry at Harry because he spilled all her water from the stained-glass window and throws scorpions at him. If you refill her portrait with water, she gives you the missing part of the sink.
- It is unknown if the portrait was that of a real merperson or was simply a generic depiction of a mermaid.
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (First appearance)
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (film)
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (video game)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (video game)
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4
- Pottermore
Notes and references
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Chapter 25 (The Egg and the Eye)


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Past Event
Workshop on Key Challenges in the Implementation of ConvergenceBoard on Life Sciences
National Academy of Sciences Building
2101 Constitution Ave NW Washington DC 20418
There have been numerous reports that highlight the importance of cross-cutting research in addressing key challenges in the biological sciences and fostering research and innovation. The workshop will gather practitioners who embody or seek to embody convergent and transdisciplinary research in their laboratories and organizations, leaders from academia and industry, and representatives of foundations and agencies to discuss strategies they have implemented to achieve this vision, what pitfalls were encountered, and what practical lessons have been learned. Following the workshop, the committee will distill its key messages, conclusions, and recommendations into a report that seeks to provide useful guidance for the community.
Registration for this workshop is now closed and space is full. Please contact Carl Anderson, Board on Life Sciences, for further information.
Workshop Presentations
- Joseph DeSimone (NAS, NAE), Committee Chair, Frank Hawkins Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, University of North Carolina, and North Carolina State University
- Ralph Cicerone (NAS), President, National Academy of Sciences
- C. D. Mote, Jr. (NAE), President, National Academy of Engineering
- Thomas Kalil, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy
- Harvey Fineberg (IOM), President, Institute of Medicine
Recognizing Emerging Areas of Science at the Convergence Interface
- Phillip Sharp (NAS, IOM), Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Establishing Background and Introduction to the Examples of Convergent and Transdisciplinary Science
- Overview of NRC Study on the Science of Team Science, Hannah Valentine, Stanford University
- Review of the committee's definition of convergence, Julie Thompson Klein, Wayne State University and David Roessner, SRI International
- Key Terminology and Concepts for Convergence, a brief document prepared by members of the committee to help frame this concept for the purpose of the workshop discussions
Fostering Convergence in the Real World
How can the goals of convergence translate into practical results, i.e., what have groups and organizations specifically done to support and foster convergence-enabled science? What has worked well and what has not worked as well? Speakers representing several different perspectives will provide brief snapshots of what they did, what challenges they faced, and what they learned.
- The ecosystem of convergent research and innovation in the life sciences, Cherry Murray (NAS, NAE), Harvard University
Key Organizational Structures and Needs
Chair: Timothy Galitski, EMD Millipore Corporation and Institute for Systems Biology
- Carla Schatz (NAS, IOM), Bio-X, Stanford University
- Anna Barker, Transformative Healthcare Networks and Complex Adaptive Systems Network, Arizona State University
- Susan Singer, Carleton College and National Science Foundation
Faculty Issues
Chair: Cato Laurencin, (NAE, IOM), University of Connecticut
- Fernando Martinez, Bio5 Institute, University of Arizona
- Donald Ingber (IOM), Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard University
- Gerald Rubin (NAS, IOM) Janelia Farm Research Campus, Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Challenges of Convergent Thinking and Innovation
Chair: Carol Folt, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
- Arunava Majumdar (NAE), Google
Education and Training
Chair: Lynne Regan, Yale University
- Katerina V. Thompson, University of Maryland College Park
- Simon Mochrie, Yale University
- Andrea Stith, BioFrontiers Institute, University of Colorado
Inter-Institutional Arrangements and Partnerships
Chair: Sharon Glotzer, University of Michigan
- Bruce Walker (IOM), Ragon Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Harvard University
- David Canter, North Campus Research Complex, University of Michigan
- Regis Kelly, California Institute for Quantitative Biosciences (QB3), University of California
Share your Thoughts with the CommitteeThe committee welcomes your thoughts on factors and practices that you feel have had positive or negative impacts on fostering convergence in your own organizations. Three slides discussed during the final workshop session summarize some of the essential characteristics for successful convergence, barriers to convergence, and ideas for solutions that could be implemented on a steady state budget. The committee particularly seeks community input:
· To add additional ideas to the list of potential low cost or steady-state budget strategies
· To add comments or further suggestions to the list of barriers to convergence, including whether you have encountered any of these barriers
Comments may be sent directly to Katherine Bowman, Board on Life Sciences.
All comments you submit to the committee, including your name and identifying information, will be made available to the public through the public access file for this project. The National Academies shall be authorized to use any such comments or submissions in accordance with the National Academies' Terms of Use Statement.
Committee on Key Challenge Areas for Convergence and Health
Joseph M. DeSimone, Chair, Frank Hawkins Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, University of North Carolina, and North Carolina State University
Timothy Galitski, EMD Millipore Corporation and Institute for Systems Biology
James M. Gentile, Hope College
Sharon C. Glotzer, University of Michigan
Susan J. Hockfield, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Julie Thompson Klein, Wayne State University
Cato T. Laurencin, University of Connecticut
Cherry A. Murray, Harvard University
Monica Olvera de la Cruz, Northwestern University
Nicholas A. Peppas, University of Texas at Austin
Lynne J. Regan, Yale University
David J. Roessner, SRI International
For further information about the project, please contact Carl Anderson, Board on Life Sciences.


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Home shopping network: These companies come to you
What if you were really wealthy– catered to, coddled, spared many of life's little miseries simply because you could afford to have someone else do what you'd rather not.
Alas, you're not wealthy at all.
The good news is you don't have to be rich to get companies to come to you. While most doctors have given up house calls, many businesses are just getting started offering in-home services. Recently, at least seven Charlottesville businesses have sprung up– and they're heading in your direction.
From pooper-scoopering to shredding documents to preparing meals, these enterprising entrepreneurs prove that if you buy it, they will come. Right to your door. Or your car. Or toward the yard grenades your dog has left behind.
Bruce Jones of Busy-bee.biz
Slick business
Company: Busy-bee.biz
Owner: Bruce Jones
800-314-5070, 760-1484, busy-bee.biz
Maintaining a car can throw a wrench into a busy schedule. A simple oil change can require dropping off your vehicle, finding a ride to work and then figuring out a way back again.
Not anymore, thanks to Bruce Jones, who started Busy-bee in June 2004.
"It's a huge time-saver," says Jones, who recommends that customers get an oil change every 3,000-5,000 miles.
To make that chore painless, Jones– or one of his two employees– will come to your home or office, change your oil and filter, top off your fluids, and adjust your tire air pressure– all for a flat fee of $30.
Jones reports response to the new biz has been strong. With more than seven viscosities of oil and more than 50 oil filters in stock, Jones says he can handle "basically every vehicle" and usually requires just one day's notice. And appointments can be made online.
Kevin Martin of KMX
Stop dumpster-divers from grabbing secrets
Company: KMX Mobile Security Shredding
Owner: Kevin Martin
296-3434 firstname.lastname@example.com
Those pesky identity thieves are ruining everything! No longer can you clean house by stuffing your papers into a garbage bag and depositing them by the curb or at the dump. Oh, no, vigilance is required, and not just vigilance– shredding! Yup, every single page of paper with your personal information on it should be destroyed. That includes bank statements, bills, even those ubiquitous credit card offers we're all flooded with. Heaps and heaps of paper.
Fortunately, Kevin Martin started KMX Shredding back in June 2004 to provide onsite document destruction for homes and businesses.
Martin's industrial shredder can handle up to 1,500 pounds of paper an hour, he says, meaning "what would take a person eight hours to shred at the office we can shred in 30 minutes." And that, he explains, "is where the cost savings is."
Martin charges a flat fee of $35 for up to 175 pounds; beyond that, it's an additional 20 cents per pound.
A new federal law requiring businesses to shred confidential documents went into effect in early June, and Martin says it's been a boon for his business, which operates from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday. Appointments should be made several days in advance by email.
Barclay Mullins of PODS
Clean it up, clear it out
Company: Portable Storage on Demand (P.O.D.S.)
Owners: Barclay and Wesley Mullins
804-342-7637 pods.com
Everyone has stuff, and some of us have way too much of it. When it comes time to paint, do home repairs, or even move, that stuff gets in the way in a big way.
Not a problem, thanks to Portable Storage on Demand, a franchise whose Richmond representative has his eye on Charlottesville.
"It's amazing to watch the numbers keep increasing," says Barclay Mullins, 26, who co-owns and operates a PODS franchise with his older brother Wesley.
When the brothers (and their Louisiana-based dad who's a doctor) started their PODS franchise, they had only 50 POD units– essentially 8'X12 or 8'X16' movable storage sheds– and one truck. Three years later, the business Mullins calls a cross between U-Haul and a storage warehouse boasts 1,000 PODS and seven trucks.
"Our typical customers are redoing floors, remodeling or renovating the house," says Mullins. "Maybe there's fire or water damage. If they're selling, they can use it for de-cluttering and making the house show better. It makes the customer have a nicer house."
And because there are PODS franchises in nearly every large U.S. city, the company is also an alternative to traditional moving companies.
"The majority of our customers are happy," he says. "We don't damage things often," and unlike traditional moving companies who can be up to two weeks or more late with nary an apology, Mullins says, "We're on time for the most part."
Susan and Jacob D'Aniello of Doody Calls
Big scoop!
Company: Doody Calls
Owners: Susan and Jacob D'Aniello
800-DOODY-CALLS doodycalls.com
It's a dirty job, but someone's gotta do it. Fortunately, that someone no longer needs to be you thanks to UVA grads Jacob and Susan D'Aniello who started pooper scooping business Doody Calls three years ago in Northern Virginia and opened a Charlottesville office in March.
Considering that 40 percent of U.S. households have a dog– with that number even higher in Charlottesville– Doody Calls has its work cut out.
In fact, in addition to the Charlottesville and Northern Virginia locations, the D'Aniellos have opened franchises in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Boston, and D'Aniello says they're going nationwide.
"There's not a city in America where people like picking up dog poop," he laughs.
Equipped with rakes, shovels, and bags, a Doody Calls scooper arrives at your home or business at specified intervals– once or twice a week is typical. D'Aniello says they'll coordinate schedules with other lawn services so that your mowers can enjoy a clean-shoed experience.
And though the job isn't one most people dream of as children, D'Aniello says patrolling yards has its charms– including making many new four-legged friends.
"We have low turnover," he says.
To have your yard cleared of yard grenades, check doodycalls.com.
We listed the wrong number for Doody Calls in our print publication. It has been corrected in this online edition–editor.
Henry Weinschenk of Prontowash
Stop and shop (and wash)
Company: Prontowash
Owner: Henry Weinschenk
434-566-2156 Prontowash.com
Too busy to wash your car? Perhaps. Too busy to check out the latest sale at J. Crew? Perhaps not?
If this applies to you, then Prontowash– a mobile car washing business at Fashion Square Mall– may be just the ticket.
The company is already international– and particularly popular in South America. Henry Weinschenk, owner of Express Car Wash on 29 North, says he knew a good thing when he saw it and realized there was nothing like it in Virginia.
He purchased a franchise and placed five mobile units– which he calls "eggies," thanks to their shape– in an area of the Fashion Square Parking lot between J.C. Penney and Belk.
Busy shoppers drive up, leave their car with the Prontowashers, do their shopping, and come back to a sparkling ride– cleaned without any water!
In fact, it was Weinschenk's difficulties during the drought in 2003 that led him to see the potential of Prontowash, which uses a special lotion for everything from exterior washing to shampooing carpets and seats.
No appointment is necessary, and prices range from $19.50 for an exterior wash up to $125 for a full detailing.
Lawless Barrientos and Teresa Johnson of My Cooking Secret
Kitchen trick
Company: My Cooking Secret
Owners: Teresa Johnson and Lawless Barrientos
466- 9762, Mycookingsecret.com, info@mycookingsecret
Hosting a dinner party can be a daunting undertaking, and indeed many would-be hosts and hostesses choose to have their affairs catered to avoid the exhausting prep and clean-up that cooking for a large number entails. But for those who love the idea of impressing guests with their culinary prowess without spending hours shopping and chopping, My Cooking Secret could be the answer.
"All the time-consuming meal preparation has been done for you," says Teresa Johnson, who started the business with Lawless Barrientos this past spring.
Each month there's a new menu featuring gourmet delicacies such as pork filets with a dark cherry sauce, or pan-fried tuna with black bean salsa– as well as side dishes and more casual family fare such as grilled Dixie chicken with lime butter. When an order is placed, Johnson and Barrientos get to work so that at the appointed time, all the ingredients– and directions on how to prepare them– are ready for drop-off (or pick-up).
Johnson says the service is ideal for parties, but is also convenient for busy families looking to spend more time enjoying their meals and less time frantically preparing them.
The minimum cost for a family entree (serving six) is about $15, with the gourmet selections (serving four) ranging up to $60. Johnson says orders should be made at least 48 hours in advance, and there's a $10 fee for delivery.
and Client Debbie Patashnik and Michelle Bushrow, owner of Pilates 4 U
Stretch it
Company: Pilates 4 U
Owner: Michelle Bushrow
295-0300, Pilates4u.net
Helping busy people stay in shape is the name of the game for Michelle Bushrow, who started her traveling Pilates business two years ago after working as a personal trainer for 13 years. Bushrow discovered Pilates– an offshoot of yoga that works deep muscles– eight years ago. But as a self-described "cardio queen," she didn't get serious about it until four years ago, when she made it the primary focus of her own strength training workouts.
These days Bushrow brings Pilates to homes and businesses all over town. She offers individual Pilates sessions for between $40 and $50 an hour, but the bread and butter of her business is group classes, which can be taught at a home or office and cost $12-$14 per person.
Companies have responded enthusiastically, she says, since the workout means employees "don't have to leave their workplace, and they minimize travel time." Plus, "They don't sweat profusely, so they can go right back to work."
Her typical client is someone whose schedule conflicts with classes at the gym, but Bushrow says Pilates is perfect for everyone from novices to athletes.
And for those with injuries, Bushrow points out she's gone through advanced Pilates training so she knows what– and what not– to do.
"A lot of doctors," she says, "recommend that people with back problems and pain do Pilates.


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The Securities and Exchange Commission announced Friday charges against a San Diego-based investment advisory firm and its president for allegedly steering winning trades to favored clients and misusing soft dollars.
The SEC's Enforcement Division alleges that J.S. Oliver Capital Management and Ian O. Mausner engaged in a cherry-picking scheme that awarded more profitable trades to hedge funds in which Mausner and his family had invested.
Meanwhile, the SEC says that Mausner and his firm "doled out less profitable trades to other clients," including a widow and a charitable foundation. The disfavored clients suffered approximately $10.7 million in harm.
The SEC's Enforcement Division further alleges that Mausner and J.S. Oliver misused soft dollars, which, as the SEC explains, are credits or rebates from a brokerage firm on commissions paid by clients for trades executed in the investment advisor's client accounts.
"If appropriately disclosed, an investment advisor may retain the soft dollar credits to pay for expenses, including a limited category of brokerage and research services that benefit clients," the SEC says. "However, Mausner and J.S. Oliver misappropriated more than $1.1 million in soft dollars for undisclosed purposes that in no way benefited clients, such as a payment to Mausner's ex-wife related to their divorce."
Marshall Sprung, co-chief of the SEC Enforcement Division's Asset Management Unit, said in a statement that "Mausner's fraudulent schemes were a one-two punch that betrayed his clients and cost them millions of dollars. Investment advisors must allocate trades and use soft dollars consistent with their fiduciary duty to put client interests first."
The SEC also charged Douglas Drennan, a portfolio manager at J.S. Oliver, for his role in the soft dollar scheme.
According to the SEC's order instituting administrative proceedings, Mausner engaged in the cherry-picking scheme from June 2008 to November 2009 by generally waiting to allocate trades until after the close of trading or the next day. "This allowed Mausner to see which securities had appreciated or declined in value, and he gave the more favorably priced securities to the accounts of four J.S. Oliver hedge funds that contained investments from Mausner and his family," the SEC says.
Mausner profited by more than $200,000 in fees earned from one of the hedge funds based on the boost in its performance from the winning trades he allocated, the SEC says, and also marketed that same hedge fund to investors by touting the fund's positive returns when in reality those returns merely resulted from the cherry-picking scheme.
According to the SEC's order, the soft dollar scheme occurred from January 2009 to November 2011. Mausner and J.S. Oliver failed to disclose the following uses of soft dollars:
- More than $300,000 that Mausner owed his ex-wife under their divorce agreement.
- More than $300,000 in "rent" for J.S. Oliver to conduct business at Mausner's home. Most of this amount was funneled to Mausner's personal bank account.
- Approximately $480,000 to Drennan's company for outside research and analysis when in reality Drennan was an employee at J.S. Oliver.
- Nearly $40,000 in maintenance and other fees on Mausner's personal timeshare in New York City.
According to the SEC's order, Drennan participated in the soft dollar scheme by submitting false information to support the misuse of soft dollar credits and approving some of the soft dollar payments to his own company.
Check out SEC Enforcement: Scheme Loots IRAs to Fund Bounty Hunter TV Show, Bridal Shop on ThinkAdvisor.


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Joe Konrath Explains Why Authors Shouldn't Fear File Sharing
from the it-happens,-move-on deptSimon was the first of a few of you to send over a blog post by author Joe Konrath discussing why he doesn't worry much about his books being available online via unauthorized file sharing avenues. The whole blog post is so reasonable and well argued that you really should just go read the whole thing, so here are a few snippets to get you interested:
People want to share files. There is this much file sharing going on for a reason. It's what people want. Fighting piracy is fighting human nature. This is a battle no one can win. Getting your undies in a bunch at the thought of someone copying your ebook is a waste of a good ulcer. Worry about some problem that eventually will be solved. Like world hunger. Or cancer. Or war. Those will be conquered before file sharing is....The best part is a bit later in the post, where he tries to pre-empt the usual "but it's theft!!!!" arguments with a series of Q&As that read something like many of the comment exchanges we end up having here at Techdirt, by pointing out that it's not the same as stealing a tangible object, and even so it doesn't matter. He also takes on another popular argument made in our comments: but what if artists don't want to embrace new business models:
There is ZERO reliable evidence that file-sharing hurts sales. A shared file does not equal a lost sale, any more than someone reading a library book is a lost sale.
Q: But Joe, if everyone steals your ebooks, how will you make money?Again, the whole thing is a worthwhile read, but highlights a key point that we keep trying to make over and over again. So many keep focusing in on the whole "piracy!" aspect, and that's such a huge waste of time. Why focus on trying to stop something you don't like, when you can put your energy into creating a positive situation that you do like? Why focus on trying to punish people you don't like, when you have so many opportunities to happily engage with people you do like?
A: Show me an artist bankrupted by piracy, and we'll revisit this question.
Q: No, seriously, in a future where everything is free, how will...
A: We're not in a future where everything is free. But I'll play the "let's pretend" game. Let's pretend that all ebooks are free. How will writers make money? The same way all media makes money. Advertising, merchandising, and licensing.
Q: But I don't want ads in ebooks.
A: I don't want ads in anything. But that's how capitalism works. Deal with it.
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Raul Pacheco-Vega
Dr. Raul Pacheco-Vega is an Assistant Professor in the Public Administration Division of the Center for Economic Teaching and Research (Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas, CIDE) in Mexico. He is a specialist in comparative public policy and focuses on North American environmental politics, primarily sanitation and water governance, solid waste management, neoinstitutional theory, transnational environmental social movements and experimental methods in public policy. His current research programme focuses on the spatial, political and human dimensions of public service delivery. He is a member of the National Researchers System of Mexico (National Researcher Level 1), and Associate Editor of the Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences (JESS). He sits on the editorial board of Water International, Global Environmental Politics, and Politics, Groups & Identities.
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Website: http://www.raulpacheco.org/
Institution / Affiliation : Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas
Geographical Region: North America
Methodology: Experimental Design
Policy: Governance


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Press Release:
Have you ever asked yourself, "Does Superman violate privacy laws when he uses X-ray vision?" "Does the second Amendment protect Iron Man's suit?" "Is the Joker really legally insane?" Well, these are the first three questions that lawyers James Daily and Ryan Davidson ask in their new book The Law of Superheroes. Based on the successful blog Law and The Multiverse, The Law of Superheroes is a fun and in-depth examination of the hypothetical legal implications your favorite comic book characters might face in the real world.
Star Clipper is excited to host co-author James Daily, J.D. on Saturday, November 3 from 12 – 3 p.m. to sign copies of The Law of Superheroes and moderate a Q & A about Law and The Multiverse! Yes, you can finally get answers to the questions you never dared to ask, like "Is Spider-Man's webbing misused as unlawful detainment?" or "How enforceable is a restraining order against a psychic like Emma Frost?"
Come dressed in costume and ask for legal counsel* that might affect the character you are portraying! James Daily, lawyer to the superheroic, will answer your question on the spot.
Restraining order keeping you from coming out? Submit your fantasy legal question to Star Clipper's Facebook or Twitter page and we'll post James Daily's answer.
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September 15, 1948 - March 16, 2013
New Windsor, NY
Carol M. "Titi" Maslowski, of New Windsor, a retired Budget Analyst for West Point-USMA for 40+ years and a lifetime area resident, entered into rest on Saturday, March 16, 2013 in Newburgh. She was 64.
Daughter of the late Louis M. and Helen R. (Miller) Maslowski, she was born September 15, 1948 in Newburgh.
Carol attended Newburgh schools and was a 1966 graduate of Newburgh Free Academy. Carol was a wonderful and loving sister, daughter, aunt, great-aunt, and friend to all. She was exceptionally proud of her career at West Point-USMA, where she met and worked alongside many lifelong friends prior to entering retirement in 2006. Carol loved her family and friends very much and through the years spent many holidays and vacations with her sister, Joan, brother-in-law, Hank, and their two children: Scott and Tim. As a child and adult, she often vacationed on the New Jersey and Connecticut shorelines where she loved taking fun trips to Atlantic City and Foxwoods. She continued to enjoy a very active social life , often going out with friends to the movies, card games, and to dinner weekly. She was very proud of the accomplishments of her nephews: Scott and Tim, and later in life loved being a great-aunt to her nephews' children: Mikey, Ryan, Stevie and Lulu-Belle, who affectionately called her "Titi".
Survivors include her sister, Joan M. Lodge and brother-in-law, Hank Lodge of Bristol, CT; nieces and nephews: Scott P. Lodge and his wife, Lisa and their sons: Michael, Ryan and Stevie; and Timothy M. Lodge, Esq. and his wife, Meredith and their daughter, Lulu-Belle.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20th at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 21st at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh, with burial following in St. Francis of Assisi Cemetery, New Windsor.
To send a personal condolence or further information, please visit BrooksFH.com or call 845-561-8300.


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I have just returned from a short trip to a town in Southern France, by the name of Nice. (pronounced like the relative "niece") Sorry mention stuff people in Europe would know, it's just for the benefit of those from other parts of the world.
I went with some friends, and got bullied into climbing the hill where the old fort used to be. At my age that nearly killed me, hundreds upon hundreds of steps.... and I got even more miffed when I found out on the top that there was a bus....
On the top was a waterfall and and little park. But there was also something else. Something I have not seen in other places. The mayor of the city of Nice set up, in a a quiet corner of the little park, two monuments for "victims of terrorism". He has chosen a sort of middle way between "political correct speech" and calling a spade a spade.
On man who is memorised there, is described as "murdered by savage fanatics in Algeria", leaving little to the imagination, but avoiding the "M" word....
There are memorial stones also for two women who were "murdered in Westgate, Nairobi" for "not knowing the name of the mother of religious leader".
These were three people from the city of Nice, and they plight will not be forgotten any time soon.
I am just wondering, are victims of Islamic violence remembered in your town? Are there memorial stones? Do you know any other cities who have this? Tel Aviv?
Why is this kind of thing so uncommon?


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Enterprise software customers are increasingly choosing open source software because they are demanding freedom from proprietary compliance issues, proprietary lock-in, and proprietary license fees. Users want to deploy the latest innovations on multi-CPU, multi-core hardware and the latest virtualization technologies, without incurring pricing penalties from proprietary software vendors.
"With GlassFish and MySQL Unlimited, customers eliminate these proprietary pricing constraints, and gain the flexibility to deploy the latest innovations, for a flat annual subscription – without having to count servers, CPUs, cores or virtual machines. Sun has a trusted relationship with our customers to provide 24x7 enterprise data center support and the software to efficiently manage large scale deployments. We are confident that customers will choose this open offering for the flexibility of the solution and the rock-solid business case for cost savings," said Rich Green, executive vice president of Software at Sun.
GlassFish is one of the leading open source application servers in the industry today with more than seven million downloads since its release in May 2005. MySQL is the most popular open source database software in the world. Many of the world's largest and fastest-growing organizations use MySQL to save time and money powering their high-volume Web sites, critical business systems, and packaged software. For more details on GlassFish visit: http://www.glassfish.org and for MySQL,visit: http://dev.mysql.com.
GlassFish and MySQL Unlimited pricing starts at $65,000 USD a year for an unlimited number of servers across a customer's entire organization (for companies with fewer than 1,000 employees). Pricing is tiered by employee size for larger companies.
For a typical customer with under 1,000 employees running application servers on 20 dual-CPU, dual-core x86 servers and running database servers on 10 dual-CPU, dual-core x86 servers, the three year total cost of ownership (TCO) for proprietary software will exceed $3 million USD. The three year TCO for GlassFish and MySQL Unlimited for this same configuration is just $240,000 USD – a savings of over $2.76 million USD. For details on the comparison see http://www.sun.com/mysql/glassfish.
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Sun Microsystems develops the technologies that power the global marketplace. Guided by a singular vision -- "The Network is the Computer" (TM) -- Sun drives network participation through shared innovation, community development and open source leadership. Sun can be found in more than 100 countries and on the Web at http://sun.com.
Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun logo, Java, GlassFish, MySQL and The Network Is the Computer are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
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Awards honor excellence among university's mission areas of teaching, research, service and economic development
Thirteen faculty and students at the University of Missouri's four campuses have received President's Awards, the highest honor bestowed by the University of Missouri System, for excellence among the university's four mission areas of teaching, research, service and economic development.
"The faculty and students honored with a President's Award represent some of the finest, most dedicated educators and students we have on our four campuses," said University of Missouri Interim President Steve Owens. "Their passion and commitment to excellence have made a profound impact not only on our university but on all who have the pleasure of knowing and working with them."
The awards, which were expanded this year to account for the myriad opportunities for excellence among faculty and students, were presented to winners the first two weeks of March. Recipients will be honored at an awards dinner in June with the University of Missouri Board of Curators.
The awards and the recipients include:
Leadership Award: Gary Ebersole, UMKC
The Leadership Award is presented to a faculty member with a commitment to excellence and integrity; an ability to motivate, build and sustain a high level of morale and productivity among faculty or staff; find practical solutions to complex problems; and effectively build teams, manage projects and produce positive results.
Ebersole is professor and chair of the history department at UMKC and director of the Religious Studies program, an interdisciplinary doctoral degree program. Since 2006, he has been chair of the University of Missouri-Kansas City Faculty Senate where he has been a major force in fostering effective faculty governance.
Community Engagement Award: Mary Kay Kisthardt, UMKC
The Community Engagement Award is presented to a faculty member with a highly engaged, sustained service to community; contributions that encourage the academic, cultural, economic, spiritual or social development of members of community; and engagement with students and other groups through volunteerism or academic programs to improve community.
Kisthardt is the Tiera M. Farrow Faculty Scholar and Professor of Law at the UMKC School of Law. She is also the faculty co-director of the Child and Family Services Clinic at the law school. She has a record of sustained leadership with public and community organizations to address critical community concerns, particularly those that impact children. She was an early pioneer in encouraging the use of mediation to resolve disputes and has incorporated service learning components in her classes.
Mentoring Award: Thomas Dougherty, MU
The Mentoring Award is presented to a faculty member who displays exemplary mentoring of other faculty.
Dougherty is the Hibbs/Brown Chair of Business and Economics and professor of management in the Trulaske College of Business at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He has contributed numerous research articles and book chapters on mentoring, served on several campus committees related to enhancing teaching and faculty development; and served as a mentor himself to assistant professors in the Trulaske College.
Economic Development Award: Kattesh V. Katti, MU
The Economic Development Award is presented to a faculty member with demonstrated success in directly contributing to the economic development of the state.
Katti, curators' professor of radiology and physics at the University of Missouri-Columbia, is the principal inventor of 25 patents and 30 invention disclosures, and has obtained $15 million in external funding and gifts as part of his work in the fields of chemistry, physics, radiopharmaceuticals, materials science, green nanotechnology and nanomedicine. He received the Outstanding Missourian Award by the Missouri House of Representatives in 2008 for his exceptional achievements in the fields of science, technology and education, including his work in developing gold nanoparticles through green nanotechnology that can detect prostate, breast and other forms of cancer.
Sustained Excellence Award: Nelson Cowan, MU
The Sustained Excellence Award is given to a faculty member who demonstrates and sustains a record of distinguished scholarship, research or creativity for15 or more years.
Cowan, a curators professor in psychological sciences at the University of Missouri-Columbia, has a prolific record of accomplishment in cognitive psychology, specifically regarding short-term working memory and attention. He has published more than 155 refereed articles and 46 book chapters, two sole-authored books and two edited volumes. Cowan serves as director and co-creator of the Brain Imaging Center at MU and has received the Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Faculty Research. He began his work at MU in 1985 as an assistant professor and was named Middlebush Professor of the Social Sciences in 1995.
Early Career Award: Jay Thelen, MU
The Early Career Award is presented to a faculty member who has exceptional promise in scholarship, research or creativity as substantiated by significant accomplishments within the first seven years of employment with the university.
Thelen, an associate professor in biochemistry at the University of Missouri-Columbia since 2004, has made outstanding contributions toward understanding mechanisms regulating plant metabolism. He has established himself as one of the nation's premier young plant biochemists with frequent speaking invitations, an excellent publication record and outstanding grant success.
Inter-Campus Collaboration Award: B. Sonny Bal, MU and Mohamed Rahaman, Missouri S&T
The Inter-Campus Collaboration Award is presented to faculty members who promote successful collaboration across two or more campuses.
Bal is associate professor of orthopaedic surgery at the University of Missouri-Columbia, and Rahaman is professor of materials science and engineering and director of the Center for Bone and Tissue Repair and Regeneration at Missouri University of Science and Technology. Their collaborative research during the past eight years has explored bioactive glass applications in skeletal repair and tissue-engineering of cartilage. Their work has led to more than 30 peer-reviewed journal articles, five grant-funded projects, two patent applications, five patent disclosures, several chapters in professional textbooks, and the education and training of many post-doctoral students.
Innovative Teaching Award: Klaus Woelk, Missouri S&T
The Innovative Teaching Award recognizes an outstanding teacher who uses innovative teaching methods, including electronic resources, social media or experiential activities.
Woelk, associate professor and assistant department chair of chemistry at Missouri University of Science and Technology, has redesigned intro-level chemistry courses to include discussion boards, student response devices, online testing and homework, and the ability to communicate with the instructor through text messaging during class. He is currently involved in Gov. Jay Nixon's initiative to collaborate with the National Center for Academic Transformation to further redesign and optimize the efficacy of general chemistry teaching at Missouri S&T, which will become the model course for all Missouri higher education institutions.
Cross-Cultural Engagement Award: Rick Stephenson, Missouri S&T
This award is presented to a faculty member with demonstrated success in promoting cross-cultural activities or understanding through classroom or student service activities.
Stephenson, a professor of civil engineering and assistant chair for graduate affairs at Missouri University of Science and Technology, has improved the Missouri S&T campus and its students' experiences through his work with Engineers Without Borders. This program has changed the views and perspectives of both students and faculty and impacted the lives of hundreds of people internationally.
Service Award: Timothy Farmer, UMSL
The Service Award recognizes outstanding contributions in professional expertise and personal service in promoting the mission and values of the university.
Farmer, an associate professor in accounting at the University of Missouri-St. Louis since 1987, has served on almost every committee of the Accounting Department and the college. He has been a consistent contributor to the Faculty Senate and University Assembly with two terms as chair. He also has served on committees for the Graduate Council and many other task forces and ad hoc committees. He currently serves as director of general education.
Thomas Jefferson Award: Marvin W. Berkowitz, UMSL
The Thomas Jefferson Award honors a member of the university community who best exemplifies the principles and ideals of Thomas Jefferson and who rises above excellence and demonstrates clear distinction in service to the university and humankind.
Berkowitz, an endowed professor in character education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, is one of the top-ranked scholars in the field of moral and character development. He emphasizes a pedagogy of empowerment similar to what Jefferson endorsed, which holds that our democratic society can only endure if we socialize every new generation to have moral and civic character.
Student Entrepreneur Award: Meghan Orbe, MU
This award honors students at one of the University of Missouri's four campuses who have shown entrepreneurial talent.
Orbe, a senior at the University of Missouri-Columbia majoring in marketing, won MU's New Venture Idea Competition with the idea for Meals by Orbe and Meyer, which focused on providing frozen, yet homemade, meals for college students who don't have time or the knowledge to cook for themselves. She competed nationally with this same idea at the Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization and finished fourth. She currently serves as president of the Flegel Academy for Aspiring Entrepreneurs and is vice president of growth and networking for the MU Entrepreneurs organization.
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Who Runs Ochre / Bleep Stores Websites?
This store is managed by Ochre / Bleep Stores on behalf of the Store Owner. Bleep Stores are run by Bleep Limited. Ochre and Bleep Stores are both trading names of Bleep Ltd.
Who Handles Customer Support for This Store?
Our support staff can assist with any issues regarding your order. You can contact them using the email email@example.com or by clicking Contact Support at the bottom of the page.
How Can I Contact the Store Owner?
You can contact the owner directly via the About page. If you have any queries regarding your purchases on the store, or products that the store sells please contact us directly by emailing email@example.com.
The File Types You Can Download: MP3, WAV and FLAC
Our MP3s are very high quality, encoded to using the LAME codec (program), widely acknowledged as the best MP3 encoder available.
WAV files are uncompressed lossless files. This is the same quality as on a CD.
We only sells 16-bit FLAC files.
FLAC files are the same quality as WAV files however they are compressed, so are a smaller file size. FLAC stands for Free Lossless Audio Codec and is an open source format. For more information about this visit: Sourceforge.
Please note iTunes DOES NOT support the playback of FLAC files. There are extensions to iTunes that allow the playback of FLAC files. and lots of other media players available that support this file format. For example: VLC.
24-bit WAV
Selected titles on the store are available in 24-bit WAV.
The 24-bit master is produced in the mastering of the release and is the highest quality we can provide. We do not do any encoding or compressing of these WAV files.
We get these files from various sources; labels, artists, and distributors, this means there are varying sampling rates. We always offer the highest bit rate we can get hold of.
There is a lot written about sampling rates and which is best, it is always important to remember that: the sampling rate can only be as high as the original recording, and the difference may not be discernible on all stereos, speakers, and human ear.
Please be aware the file size is considerably larger than the 16-bit version and there will be compatibility issues with some music players. 24-bit WAV files will not play and may cause problems with earlier generation iPods and some other MP3 and media players. There is no tagging on WAV files so all track information is indicated using the file name.
We offer the chance to download any lower or equivalent quality formats once a 24-bit format is purchased.
Regional Restrictions for Digital Music
Due to licensing restrictions we are unable to sell some releases in some countries. We are expanding the range of what we can sell all the time.
Digital Rights Management
Digital Rights Management (DRM) are methods used to stop unauthorised usage or copying of media files. Our music files have no DRM or copy protection built in – we strongly believe that people should be treated as customers and not potential criminals.
Downloading from us
How Do I Download My Releases?
To view your music purchases, go to the Music section of your account. To download, click on the download button for each release (and format) you wish to download, then click the big download button that appears at the top of the page to download a ZIP containing all the selected releases. The download will then start in a pop-up window
If you wish to download individual tracks, select Track View and click the download button for each track you wish to download. Again, you can select one or more, and then download all tracks as a ZIP by clicking the big download button.
Please note some time-sensitive releases may no longer be available for download. Video purchases can be found and downloaded in the Video section of your account. Which devices can I download to?
Our download service should download to all computers. Mobiles and tablets running the Android platform should work running Firefox. Downloading to Apple mobiles and tablets is not possible. Please just download to a computer and transfer.
Download Problems
Slow Download Speeds
If are experiencing slow downloads, cancel it and restart from the Downloads section of your account. If on restarting it is not faster please let us know by emailing firstname.lastname@example.com.
I Have a Glitch in My Download
If you find a glitch or sonic artefact in your download please let us know immediately. We need to replace it as soon as possible. Please get in contact through the support system or email: firstname.lastname@example.com Please remember to let us know what release and track you have a problem with and ideally where in the track it is (in minutes and seconds).
Purchasing on our stores
Quantity Restrictions
Sometimes products are so limited that we feel it is appropriate to restrict the number of them that customers can buy. Our aim here is to let as many people as possible get their hands on copies.
We particularly feel it is unfair if people are buying multiple copies to sell on. We would rather see it in the hands of a music lover who will enjoy it, than an eBay-er out to make a profit.
Shipping & Returns
All orders are shipped from the UK unless otherwise stated. Mail-order items are generally dispatched the next working day or the Thursday / Friday before release date if a pre-order. We do not ship on UK public holidays, orders made on a public holiday will be dispatched the next working day.
We pay great attention to the way that orders are packed, and we try our best to get your orders to you in mint condition. We employ a dedicated team of packing staff who pack orders securely and tidily in specially made recycled cardboard cruciform. If your order arrives in an unsatisfactory condition, please get straight in touch.
Often due to items being on pre-order or due UK Post Office weight limits, we sometimes split larger orders into separate packages. Often they will arrive simultaneously, but sometimes the second package will arrive a few days later. If the order is split in this way, we mark the package Parcel 1 of 2 upwards to show that the order has been split. We will also include a note explaining this in the package.
We offer a returns policy on all physical items returned in re-saleable condition within 14 days. Contact us through our support system or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Our staff will provide you with a Returns Authorisation to print out and return with your item, they will also advise how to return it to us. Please do not return items to us without contacting first, or we will not be able to trace where it has come from on arrival to us! Please note we cannot accept returns of download products.
We will do our best to replace any faulty item free of charge. Get in contact explaining what the problem is and we will promptly get back to you. We may require you to return the faulty item(s) or send us other evidence of the issue. You will be reimbursed for any return postage. Please do not return faulty items to us without contacting us first.
As soon as we get information about forthcoming releases we make them available to pre-order. We ship pre-orders as soon as we are able. This is generally the Friday before release date, but for accurate information check specific release pages. Release dates sometimes change, often due to issues with manufacturing or distribution. If we receive notification from distributors or labels that this has happened, we will keep you updated.
Payment is taken for pre-orders immediately, but you are welcome to cancel your pre-order at any time before it ships. Contact email@example.com to arrange this.
Postage Prices
We try to price our postage as cheap as we can and are always looking to find new ways to make it cheaper.
You will find a variety of tracked and non tracked services, depending on your location and the goods you are purchasing. Add an item to your cart to get a postage estimate. Once you have selected a full shipping address you can select from multiple shipping options. You postage will be calculated based upon the region you are in and the weight of the goods.
Shipping Pre-Orders
Pre-orders are held until the items are made available. We provide estimates of shipping dates on the product pages and in the checkout.
To save money, you can choose to ship items in your order as soon as they are available, or hold items from your order to ship together. You can select these options on check out. When grouping shipping items together, everything will ship once the last item becomes available.
Delivery Times
1st Class Royal Mail or appropriate courier company for large / heavier items. Expected delivery time 2–7 days.
International Air Mail or appropriate courier company for large / heavier items. Expected delivery time 7–28 days.
International Air Mail or appropriate courier company for large / heavier items. Expected delivery time 7–28 days.
Rest of World
International Air Mail or appropriate courier company for large / heavier items. Expected delivery time 7 days–6 weeks. Heavier packages will be sent using a ParcelForce or DHL service, these usually arrive within 48 hours of dispatch, anywhere in the world.
UK Delivery (£)
Free shipping on orders over £75, excluding downloads, postage prices and pre-orders.
International Signed For Service
We offer customers outside the UK the option of having their package sent via an International Signed For service. This requires a signature on delivery.
Please note there are some countries where the local postal provider cannot offer this service. If you doubt that this is possible in your country please check with your local provider.
When selecting shipping options we offer you the choice of services for each package we expect to send out. As pre-orders are shipped separate you must select a shipping option per pre-order. You can select a different service for each pre-order.
Couriered / Fedex Shipping
For packages leaving the UK we offer the option of having your package shipped via Fedex and other couriered services. This has the advantage of speedier shipping times and fully tracked service.
When selecting shipping options we offer you the choice of services for each package we expect to send out. As pre-orders are shipped separate you must select a shipping option per pre-order. You can select a different service for each pre-order.
Shipping Times
Europe: 3–4 Days
USA: 1–2 Days
Rest of World: 2–3 Days
In some cases we may chose to use a different shipping partner for your package. If we do this it will be an equivalent tracked, signed for service.


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Located on the Fraser Coast in Queensland, the Fraser Island Gateway Drive offers the best of the Fraser Coast experience from the heritage and streetscapes of Maryborough, to up close encounters with the Humpback Whales and adventuring around World Heritage Listed Fraser Island.
The journey begins in history filled Maryborough before continuing to the aquatic playground of Hervey Bay and the Great Sandy Strait and experiencing the endless adventure of the world's largest sand island, Fraser Island.
This region is home to an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos, whales, turtles, dingoes, dugongs, platypus and the world's largest variety of bird species which can be encountered along this four day drive route.
|96 Hours
|257 Kilometres
Start your four day Fraser Coast adventure in the historical town of Maryborough on Queensland's Fraser Coast. The streetscapes of Maryborough's original wharf district, Portside, remain relatively unchanged from its days as a thriving river port, when it was one of Australia's largest and busiest destinations for immigrants in the mid to late 1800s. Start your Portside experience with a Portside Heritage Gateway Pass, which includes entry into Customs House Interpretive Centre.
Continue soaking up the stories of Maryborough's rich past by stopping in at many iconic attractions including the Duncan Chapman statue in Queens Park, an ode to the Maryborough local who was the first ANZAC soldier to set foot on Anzac Cove in Gallipoli in 1915. If you are wanting to delve further into the strong military ties within this community, head to the Maryborough Military Museum in Wharf St.
You can also further explore the Portside precinct by stepping up back in time at the Bondstore Museum and Brennan and Geraughty's store or for those arts lovers, a visit to Gatakers Artspace is a must.
Check into your accommodation for the night in Maryborough, where there a number of options to suit any of your needs.
|Route Details
|Mode of Travel
|4x4, Car, Caravan, Four Wheel Drive, Walk
|Route Type
|One Way
Continue north from Maryborough today towards the seaside hub of Hervey Bay. In Hervey Bay, make sure you visit the Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere and become immersed in the incredible world of the humpback whale with an 'underwater whale' encounter.
The Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere provides an immersive and educational experience on all things natural within the Fraser Coast. In Hervey Bay you can also enjoy the many waterfront parks, playgrounds and cafes that make up 16 kilometres of beachfront parkland pathways that are perfect for cycling. Alternatively, you can hire a kayak or jet ski and explore an aquatic playground.
Those travelling with children will love Hervey Bay's free water education park, 'Wetside', where they can get soaked by the giant water bucket or learn to surf on the Board Rider.
To finish the day, take a relaxing sunset cruise exploring the Great Sandy Strait. Not only will you witness a magical sunset, you are also likely to see dolphins, birdlife and possible dugongs. Check in to your accommodation for the night in Hervey Bay, where there are a variety of accommodation styles to suit your needs.
|Route Details
|Mode of Travel
|4x4, Boat, Bus, Canoe, Car, Caravan, Four Wheel Drive, Kayak, Walk
|Route Type
|One Way
Today's the day for exploring the largest sand island in the world, Fraser Island! You can opt to jump on one of the many day tours departing from Hervey Bay or for those wanting to experience their own adventure, take the four wheel drive and head to River Heads just outside of Hervey Bay and catch the barge to Fraser Island, where you will arrive at Kingfisher Bay.
Once you have arrived on the island (be sure to check your tyre pressure before proceeding), enjoy a day of off road driving around the Island taking in key sites such as Central Station and Lake McKenzie and continuing on 75 Mile Beach to reach the famous Maheno Wreck.
Whilst on the beach and if time permits, take the opportunity to see some of Fraser Island's more remote inland lakes and sand blows from the air with a scenic flight. Avid fish persons can throw in a line off the beach in one of Australia's most renowned fishing destinations. However, keep in mind not to swim in the ocean off Fraser Island's eastern beach.
Make your way back to Kingfisher Bay to return to Hervey Bay on the evening barge.
|Route Details
|Mode of Travel
|4x4, Ferry, Four Wheel Drive
Spend your last day back in Hervey Bay which is widely regarded as the whale watching capital of Australia, if not the world, and offers some of Queensland's best fishing experiences as well as a range of beach café, dining and accommodation options.
The whale watching season in Hervey Bay takes place between July to November, and it is the only location along Australia's east coast where humpback whales deviate from their migratory path to rest and play in the calm sheltered waters between Hervey Bay and Fraser Island (K'Gari). There are a range of whale watching options located in Hervey Bay, including a range of 'swim with' and immersive experiences which allow you to get closer to humpback whales than ever before!! Whilst in Hervey Bay, a whale watching tour is an absolute must do.
Alternatively, there are a number of other aquatic activities available along with the opportunity to unwind in a perfect spot on the beachfront before your journey comes to an end.
Not ready to leave just yet? Feel free to extend your driving holiday and opt to spend more time soaking up everything that Hervey Bay and the Great Sandy Strait has to offer.
|Route Details
|Mode of Travel
|4x4, Boat, Car, Caravan
Note: Information on listed products and services are provided by the operator and were correct at the time of publishing. Rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available prices of products and services. Please visit the operator's website for further information. All prices quoted are in Australian dollars (AUD).


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