text:
Game seven of the season brings Les Habitants à la MTS Centre. It's a talented and dynamic club that comes to town, ranked 8th in goals for, and 5th in goals against on a per game basis.
It's the first meeting of the season, but if you believe in the power of laundry, it might worry you know that the Canadiens have dropped just one game against the Jets since the move – a December 22, 2011 shutout by the Jets. The three-year total sits at 6-1 in favour of le CH.
When I think of le bleu, blanc, et rouge, I can't help but think of history. The history of hockey is rarely well considered, particularly in Canada where national ownership over the game presents a false unity among us. You can't blame us, really. Time degrades passion, and so from one generation to the next, collective memory is reduced to ritual.
But les Canadiens represents a present and lasting division in Canada, a still tender tension played out today more gently than in decades passed. This is a franchise that has won 23 Stanley Cups. Twenty-three. And for as long as Le Grande Club has been winning Stanley Cups, English Canada has been downplaying the success of the club as era dependent or racketeering within a crooked old-boys club, or worse, taking French heros as our own.
No doubt, the speed, flourish, and coiffure of Guy Lafleur down the wing has given way to the aging Daniel Briere, helmet on, his career tinged with the colours of other laundry. Serge Savard now watches PK Subban spin through the neutral zone. And the net that once was filled by Jacques Plante now has Carey Price between the pipes. These men are excellent hockey players – certainly good enough to beat the struggling Jets – but it will take a Stanley Cup or four before they begin to fill out their sweaters.
Of course, Montreal is more than the history of a hockey club. I know they took a chartered or private plane into town and disembakred in suits. But I can't help picturing Les Habitants taking on an even earlier form of French tradition. I picture wiry, bearded men portaging into Lake Winnipeg like so many coureur des bois.
Let's hope they're tired.
Jets Forwards
- Kane – Little – Wheeler
- Ladd – Scheifele – Frolik
- Tangradi – Jokinen – Setoguchi
- Wright – Slater – Halischuk
Same group as game 6 against a much worse Devils' squad. Kane continues to shine, but couldn't shake Wheeler from his funk. Zone entries show Wheeler is not entering the zone with control, which is something he excelled at in seasons past. He's a player with a much higher ceiling, and the Jets need his altitude to climb.
I'm no fan of Thorburn or Peluso, but Halischuk is not an obvious improvement so far. On a personal level, I much prefer his skillset as a speedy, opportunistic forward. But his ability to drive the play in the right direction has always been lacking, and he's a cast-off with a two-way contract for a reason. He's always scored more than expected, but he's not the two-way forward the Jets need him to be in this role, and he and Wright are getting badly beaten at even strength. Both are sub-40% corsi players on the year.
The Jets have had an unusual start to their season. Three wins, each by unlikely scores. Three loses, all mystifying in their completeness, in their lack of any measurable scrap of success. The future of Claude Noel is taking front and centre as the Jets talk about effort in a system that is plainly failing against Western conference opponents. A quick and skilled Montreal team with puck movers on the back-end is a new challenge for the Jets – one that may play into their preference for a vertical hockey game.
Jets Defence
- Enstrom – Byfuglien
- Bogosian – Trouba
- Stuart – Postma
- Pavelec
- Montoya
Pav draws in after Montoya's shutout. The coach knows his man, and he's sticking to him. The Trouba/Bogo pairing is the best the team can cobble together for that second unit, but Claude Noel saying it's not a long-term plan is as much ominous as it is ridiculous. That Mark Stuart remains in the lineup – even that he remains a Jet – is evidence this team doesn't do much planning. He might as well have said what we're all thinking – it's not ideal, and it's worse if there's an injury, but who knows what management will do about it.
Last season we had calls for Buff to be traded, calls that were renewed when Trouba arrived in camp this year. So far, he's our best defenceman in spite of his walk-about ways. He and Enstrom are the only defencemen playing more in the offensive end than their own, and are two of three players creating offence consistently. Enjoy them, Winnipeg.
Canadiens Attaquant
- Pacioretty – Eller – Gionta
- Galchenyuk – Plekanec – Gallagher
- Bourque – Desharnais – Prust
- Moen – White – Briere
Montreal has a bit of a split personality at forward. Bourque and Pacioretty, Prust and Moen – a season ago Erik Cole was in the mix as well – these guys exist to create space for Desharnais, Gionta, Gallagher (fiesty as he is), and Briere. They moved Cammalleri to get bigger, but Gallagher played his way onto the team last year and Briere was signed in the off-season and suddenly the group looks a little like a Fat-Medium-Skinny on every line.
Nevertheless, it's a team with a lot of talent. A 29% powerplay, 3.4 goals per game, three players with 7 points in just 5 games. Struggling as he is, Daniel Briere is on the 4th line. The Jets don't have two full lines of players playing up to expectations right now, and Montreal has enough talent anywhere in their lineup to take advantage.
Moreover, they dominate at 5v5, owning the league's 4th best percentage of shot attempts for vs shot attempts against, and averaging a second best shots for per 60 minutes of 5 on 5 hockey. It's a deadly team for the Jets.
It's not all rainbows for the team, of course. The team is only 3-2 despite a +7 goal differential (+5 at even strength), and Patches is a team worst -2. They dropped a surprise game against Calgary, and lost their opener to the rival Leafs. The lines continue to be re-made, and the team has early injury trouble with Emelin, Drewiske, and Murray all sitting, plus Parros who continues to suffer concussion symptoms.
Canadiens Défenseur et Guardien de but
- Markov – Subban
- Gorges – Diaz
- Beaulieu – Boullion
- Price
- Budaj
The defencemen they do have in, though, can move the puck. Subban is the reigning Norris winner, and Markov has been a stellar defender his whole career in spite of injury troubles. Raphael Diaz won a spot in the lineup while filling in for Markov last year, in fact, scoring 14 points in 23 games. Gorges has the second best corsi% on the team (behind Subban) at 57%. That's a number our top pairing reach in their best games. The third pairing is relatively weaker, but it's not a strength for the Jets, so it's hard to imagine it being an advantage.
Carey Price plays again tonight. He has a sparkling .929sv% so far this year.
- Get your pitchforks out. This one is going to be ugly. I'm predicting 65% corsi for Montreal, with all the lame giveaways, mixups, frustrating penalties, and would-be-breakouts-turned-scoring-chances-against that entails.
- Evander Kane gets another goal. He looks pissed even when he's skating by the bench to celebrate.
- Mark Scheifele gets benched again, this time after just 12 minutes of ice time. The quicker Canadiens excel at finding space, and Scheifele freezes up. He's a -2 in that 12 minutes.
- Mark Stuart is revealed to be a double operative. Claude Noel continues to play him on the penalty kill, saying "he must be good if he's a spy." #Noelogic blows up on twitter.
- The Jets lose this one 5-1. Pavelec stops 30 shots and no one can be sure if it was a good game or bad one for him.
Worth Reading Today
- Don't forget to check out Arctic Ice's game day coverage
- And their fancy stats update
- Check in our Jets prospects


text:
Let's hope it's true
Interviewer: The helmet has a special meaning for many drivers. How important is it to you?
Kimi: It protects my head.
Seb having to move over! Don't get your hopes up. Same goes for Dan.
sounds legit.
For me its a good match for both team and driver. I hope its true.
Ricciardo would be perfect for Ferrari can speak Italian has Italian parents works well with Seb and is a very fast racing driver
I regard Ricciardo as the front runner when Kimi decides to call it a day.
Not only is he a fast driver but he has such a winning personality.
He's Italian with an Aussie streak speaks the language and gets on with everyone.
A cool choice for Ferrari until someone from the academy makes the grade.
Forza Jules
Ric is a very competitive driver. It might make things with Seb a bit complicated. On the other hand, it would be nice to see Seb vs Ric rematch.
If Kimi was performing like last year, i think this would be amazing to have Dani Ric replace him, best possible choice... but Kimi so far has been very good and if he get's along with seb and helps than its the best combination. Hope both Kimi and Seb get even better as the year goes on and hope the in season development is on point this year not like last year. So yeah Hope early 2018 Kimi stays but dani Ric would be the best replacement if Kimi retires.
hockenheim 2018 / China 2018 : Never forget how quick Ferrari can lose it all, be humble.
Positivity doesn't win you championships, whining about people being negative makes you blind!
lol ignore the bitter old cows ;-)
Red Bull is looking more and more like a Ferrari B Team. Seb, Kvyat, and maybe Ricciardo
Kimi needs to retire on high, if he wins a race this year will be great, if he lets us win the WCC, much better, but he is 39, we don't want to keep him around any longer.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Go Ferrari, beat them all!
His age well Alain Prost won his 4th WDC at 38 & Damon Hill was 36 when he became WDC so..................................
Forza Jules
We need to invest in the future, kimi is the past, if RIC signs with another team we lost a replacement for at least two years.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Go Ferrari, beat them all!
So what about Charles Leclerc? when will he get a Ferrari seat?
If he proves, 2-3 years from now
Not really, he needs to prove himself, go to a middle team first and then he can go to Ferrari. Unless he makes a Verstapen in next year much better Alfa Romeo Sauber
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Go Ferrari, beat them all!
If Ferrari has the cars for WDC, WCC which it looks like it does, what's better? Having an experienced Kimi driving, or a rookie not taking advantage of what the car offers; because of inexperience. A F1 driver at 39 yrs. is in better physical shape than most any 29 yr. old, not into sports. 65 is normal retirement age! A good example is F2 young; great Leclerc. He comes to F1 with youth and winning F2 experienc on his side, but the Kimi experience he's yet to have, is obvious. Then there's always the F1 fans reasoning, "It's the car's fault" , or," It was the drivers fault!" or "The pits fault!" Kimi is a a proven champion in great shape, why are all the other drivers behind him, or yet to get on the podium? Oh ! It's the car!
Just like lewi and bottas.
Performance wise this season, there is no reason to replace Kimi... yet
Should Ferrari leave the old strategy of clear hierarchy between the drivers Ricciardo is probably the greatest choice. Seb and Daniel would eat out points WDC-wise but for the WCC they might be the quickest available couple.
A solid number 2 for the next two years would be Bottas. Give him a proper 2+1 contract with a good salary. He is not into politics and performs well enough. He was quicker and more solid than Massa through the Williams years.
e. But I would love to see Hamilton and Vettel on the same car. Hamilton is available as well.
Ricciardo is the only logical choice, is fast enough to get points for WCC. And Hamilton is not available, Hamilton likes to drive for the fastest car, he cannot leave Mercedes, he isn't a team builder like Schumacher or Vettel. The reason for his success was Rosberg's setup data. Because he is a naturally faster driver than Rosberg, he got more success than Rosberg but now that Rosberg is gone, Hamilton is struggling to find the right setup. Besides that, he wouldn't want to partner Seb in his lifetime after getting beaten from drivers like Button, Rosberg and now Bottas. Partnering Seb would mean ultimate embarrassment for Hamilton and that will lead to his retirement.
Hamilton holds the pole position record of all times. A very slow driver couldn't beat him like ever.
It is Ricciardo who seems to be bit slow when compared in terms of pure speed against Verstappen.
Oh and Hamilton was pretty quick last season without Rosberg's input. Fastest car at the moment is Ferrari. Should the trend continue towards our side Ferrari is definitely an option for Hamilton.
Ricciardo would be a good fit for Ferrari, although he never seems to have made a big deal of his Italian heritage, my main worry would be whether he and Seb will be able to keep a lid on their rivalry! RIC is the ideal choice for a Kimi replacement, the other protagonists from the FDA are not yet ready in my very humble opinion.
When Hamilton doesn't perform, his pace is awful so that doesn't make Bottas any better. He will still remain a slow driver. Hamilton holds the pole position record because of the car he drove for the last 4 years which was unbeatable. His performances before 2014 were quite average, the reality is when competition increases, Hamilton is nowhere to be found. McLaren themselves said in the latter part of 2011 that they had a better car than Red Bull and said that Vettel must be a brilliant driver that he was taking poles and wins in what was the 2nd best car.
This is what McLaren said in late 2011:
McGrath added that beating qualifying master Sebastian Vettel will be crucial if McLaren is to be successful in 2012, particularly as its analysis indicated that the raw pace of last year's MP4-26 was superior towards the end of the season despite Red Bull and Vettel's run of poles.
"He must be a brilliant driver, because by the end of last season we definitely had the best car and he was still whupping us," McGrath said. "We're trying to figure out exactly what he's doing that's so good. How does he pull out that fast qualifying lap every time? We think it's driver skill. There's no trickery on the cars, he just gets more out of it than we do."
Hamilton destroyed Alonso mentally on his debut year. The whining spaniard escaped to Renault and the WDC was there for Hamilton in next year. Ok, the closest rival was Felipe Massa so whatever.
E. Ferrari is the fastest car atm. Two poles in last two races. Even a sluggish qualifier like Kimi could perform well. The race in China was disgusting because of the work on the pits. "Very slow" Bottas took the undercut for the 1st position and after the safe car Max destoyed Sebs race.
Last edited by Lega Verde; 22nd April 2018 at 18:14.
I would love to see Ricciardo in a Ferrari and I'd love to see him as WDC, I think he'd fit into the team well and his racecraft is very good.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Dimi Area Rug
Select a Color
Select your options to be notified when it's back in stock
Select your options to be notified when it's back in stock
Dimi Area Rug
Product Description
This trendy-traditional, space-dyed design will effortlessly showcase a flair for trend and style in your space. Machine made in China in 100% polyester, this dazzling design embodies a hint of vibrant décor with sophistication. Maintaining an unmatchable touch of affordability and durable decor, this rug is a perfect example of impeccable artistry and design.
- Shape: Rectangle
- Measurements: 24 Width/Inches, 36 Length/Inches
- Fabric Content: 100% Polyester
- Care: Professional Clean, Spot Clean
- Country of Origin: Imported
Helpful Guides
Shipping & Returns
Convenient Shipping Options
Not available at your store? We can ship to you directly or to your favorite JCP location.
Easy Returns
Shop with confidence. Read our full, common sense


text:
Potato & leek gratin
Nutrition and extra info
- Vegetarian
Nutrition: per serving
- kcal486
- fat28g
- saturates17g
- carbs40g
- sugars0g
- fibre4g
- protein21g
- salt1.95g
- 125ml stock (made with a cube - whatever you've got)
- carton double cream
- 150ml milk
One of the most widely used ingredients, milk is often referred to as a 'complete' food…
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 bay leaf
- a knob of butter butter, for greasing
Butter is a dairy product made from separating whole milk or cream into fat and…
- 800g potato, peeled and thinly sliced
The world's favourite root vegetable, the potato comes in innumerable varieties. A member of…
- 2 leeks, washed and thinly sliced
Like garlic and onion, leeks are a member of the allium family, but have their own distinct…
- 175g sliced ham, chopped (optional)
- 85g cheddar, grated
Once cheddar was 'Cheddar', a large, hard-pressed barrel of cheese made by a particular…
Pour the stock, cream and milk into a small saucepan, add the garlic and bay leaf and bring to the boil. Remove from the heat, cover and let the flavours infuse while you get on with the rest of the dish.
Preheat the oven to 180C/gas 4/fan 160C. Butter a 2 litre gratin dish well. Mix the potatoes, leeks and ham (if using) together in the dish, and spread out in an even layer. Pour over the stock mixture and tuck the bay leaf in the middle. Season and sprinkle with the cheese.
Stand the dish on a baking tray to catch any spills. Loosely cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Test the potatoes with a knife – they should be just beginning to soften. Remove the foil and bake for another 35-45 minutes, spooning some of the stock mixture over every now and again until the potatoes are tender. Cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Recipe Tip
Make it veggieTake out the ham, and use a vegetable stock instead.


text: "A vitally important book, destined to change the way we think about food." —Michael Pollan, author of In Defense of Food"Gary Taubes is a brave and bold science journalist who does not accept conventional wisdom." —The New York Times"A very important book." —Dr. Andrew Weil "Brilliant and enlightening. . . . Taubes is a relentless researcher." —The Washington Post"Easily the most important book on diet and health to be published in the past one hundred years. It is clear, fast-paced and exciting to read, rigorous, authoritative, and a beacon of hope for all those who struggle with problems of weight regulation and general health." —Richard Rhodes"A watershed. . . . Lucid and lively. . . . It could literally change the way you eat, the way you look and how long you live." —Minneapolis Star Tribune"Taubes tackles the subject with the seriousness and scientific insight it deserves, building a devastating case against the low-fat, high-carb way of life endorsed by so many nutrition experts in recent years." —Barbara Ehrenreich


text:
Employment and Insurance: No Guarantee for Better Healthby GDN Shared Post April 30, 2010
Having health insurance does not mean workers will take advantage of immunizations, cancer screenings and other preventive health services, a new study finds.
"Employment and insurance do not guarantee better health outcomes," said lead study author M. Courtney Hughes, Ph.D., who led a team of researchers at the University of Washington School of Public Health, in Seattle.
The study, which appears in the May-June issue of the American Journal of Health Promotion, uses data on nearly 160,000 participants in a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention telephone survey of adults under 65.
Hughes and colleagues found evidence that a significant number of working, insured adults did not meet national recommendations for health behaviors.
For example, 73.9 percent of insured workers did not get influenza vaccines and 49.1 percent failed to undergo preventive screenings for colon cancer. In addition, 77.1 percent of workers reported that they did not eat the recommended number of fruits and vegetables daily and 49 percent failed to get enough physical activity.
"Even among adults who are working and insured — two status factors which past research has shown are associated with better health behaviors and outcomes — disparities in health behaviors persist due to income, education and access to care," said Hughes, who is now with Approach Health, a health behavior change company she founded in San Diego.
Lower household incomes and education levels influence workers' health behaviors, the study found. Workers with lower incomes and less education were least likely to get cancer and cholesterol screenings and less-educated employees reported the highest smoking rates.
It is possible that high co-payments or lack of child care prevent lower-income employees from seeking immunizations, screenings and checkups, the authors suggested in the study.
Even among a population that in theory has access, use of some preventive services, especially colorectal cancer screening and influenza vaccinations, "is very poor," said Stephenie Lemon, Ph.D., an epidemiologist at the University of Massachusetts Medical School who specializes in worksite health promotion research. She had no affiliation with the study.
Although employees initially might save some cash by delaying screenings and immunizations, the long-term costs will be far greater, since it costs much more to treat a disease than prevent one, she said.
"A key message for employers is that investing in prevention through benefits, programs and policies saves money in the long run. Offering programs onsite, such as influenza vaccinations, or providing benefits that allow access, such as provision of days off for colorectal cancer screening, can increase utilization," Lemon said.
American Journal of Health Promotion : Call (248) 682-0707 or visit www.healthpromotionjournal.com.
Hughes MC, et al. Health behaviors of employed and insured adults in the United States, 2004–2005. Am J Health Promot 24(5) 2010.


text:
Remember Michael Brown, the former head of FEMA who pretty much failed at everything possible during Hurricane Katrina? Here's what the local radio host had to say about President Obama's handling of Sandy, in particular his decision to hold a press conference Sunday, before the storm made landfall:
Here's my concern: People in the northeast are already beginning to blow it off. ... [New York City Mayor Michael] Bloomberg has shut down the subway... [launched] evacuations. ... I don't object... they should be doing all of that. But in the meantime, various news commentators... [and others] in New York are shrugging their shoulders, saying, "What's this all about?" It's premature [when] the brunt of the storm won't happen until later this afternoon.
My guess is, he wants to get ahead of it -- he doesn't want anybody to accuse him of not being on top of it or not paying attention or playing politics in the middle of it. ... He probably could've had a little more impact doing it [Monday].


text:
// Time management is an essential in a world that is looking to get ever faster, from computers to people, we constantly seek to optimize and time management ...READ MORE +
Getting a trained in house digital marketing expert costs £34,000 and that does not include seating, software, tools, ongoing memberships and services, and that is before you even start paying for marketing!
Imagine having 10x trained professionals working to make your organization a success at a cost lower than 1 in house professional. Marketing is the lifeblood of business but it doesn't have to be expensive!
We act as your marketing function in a digital World, providing you the best expertise to sustain and grow your organization without having to worry about the cost of internal marketing staff.
Simply enter your contact details and our trained professionals will contact you to get you started.
Services start at only £1,000 per month and is available globally whether you are in the US, UK, Europe or around the World!
By entering your details, a Try A Million Digital Marketing Sales Exec will contact you to get you started.


text:
Narrowed by jewelry type(s): Cuff
Clear All Filters
Clear All Filters
Jewelry Displays
Jewelry displays are the building blocks for your store's image. We know how important it is to display jewelry in a way that conveys your style, which is why we offer jewelry display supplies to accommodate a vast array of needs. We carry jewelry display stands, racks, cases, and more. Need suggestions on the best retail jewelry displays to order in wholesale quantities? Give us a call and we'll walk you through it.


text:
I would like to ask our community to take a brief moment to consider the outcome of answering a question before doing so. Sometimes a question can lead down a
path to examples of how to create malware applications, and that is something we want to try to avoid. There are a few key things we can watch out for which would often indicates a question about malicious code intent. First, watch for requests to do network
communications that violate one or more RFC documents (e.g. How do I spoof my IP address?). Second, watch for requests on automating other websites - a quick check of the other site's AUP or TOU will typically tell you if the automation is permitted. Third,
watch for requests that appear to want to harvest data from the web, without following the typical procedures for a web crawler (bot).
I would also ask that everyone take a moment to review the TOU for this site:
Please note the paragraph under "MATERIALS PROVIDED TO MICROSOFT OR POSTED AT ANY MICROSOFT WEB SITE." which states:
"By Posting a Submission you warrant and represent that you own or otherwise control all of the rights to your Submission as described in these TOU including, without limitation, all the rights necessary for you to Post the Submissions."
If the code you post violates another site's Terms of Use, then that site may claim that you do not have rights to the code, which could then make your post violate the TOU here at MSDN. By posting a modified version of someone's code in an attempt to help
them, you may actually be posting code for which you do not have full rights.
Now obviously we cannot all recognize every instance of an attempt to write malicious code, or a violation of any given TOU. However, we can each take just a moment to review the question against what we know, inform the OP if they are headed into potentially
dangerous territory, and notify the mod/admin community by marking posts abusive when appropriate. I don't think too many of our community members would be proud to know that their knowledge helped create yet another piece of malware, so we'll have to police
ourselves and each other to help prevent such a thing from happening.
My suggestion would be to treat this the same as the homework questions we see posted - many contributors have gotten used to spotting a homework assignment and will only give suggestions to help the OP without doing the work for them. Spotting attempts at
creating malicious software is much the same; when you see red flags, confront the OP and give them some suggestions on a legitimate course of action, or mark the post abusive if appropriate.
I thank all of our community members for their continued support and know that together we can keep the MSDN forums clean, productive, and safe for all to use.
Rudy =8^D
Edit: there is a discussion thread for this topic


text:
Ken Gurnick relays how Manny got his uniform number, from 24 to 28 to 34 to 66 to 11 to 99 to 28: But "by that time, the marketing department had already begun churning out Manny gear with 99 on the back. So, 99 it is."
Ramirez says he already feels at home in Los Angeles:
I like it here. I'm looking for peace. I want to stay here. ... After the game [Friday night], I went out to dinner and nobody bothers you. In Boston, you go from the stadium straight home. ... Some people recognized me, said congratulations, that's it. ... I've got nothing against Boston, but this is what I'm looking for.Manny disagreed with suggestions that he had not hustled on Chris Burke's triple:
I can't take that. What do you think I am, [Juan] Pierre? I'm not that fast. I'm 5.3 to first base, remember?Extra Bases has a ton of Manny links from both coasts.


text:
The BLUE SKY HOTEL is located in the west side of the Oil City of Balikpapan, five minutes drive from Major Oil Company offices and twenty five minutes drive from Sepinggan International Airport, which makes it the perfect location for our business or pleasure trip to Balikpapan.
The BLUE SKY HOTEL has a luxurious and modern interrior elegantly finished in a soft color scheme, which creates a feeling of warmth and welcome the minute you step through our doors. You will feel safe and secure at the BLUE SKY HOTEL protected by our high security entry system and delicated staff. The are 122 luxurious rooms and suites with City Check in service for all guest and Butler Service on our Executive Floor at level eight. We also provide free usage of our Airport Executive Lounge upon arrival and Airport Transit Lounge upon departure.
Superb cuisine as available in our Golden Palace Suki and Oriental Restaurant, Kaizeki Japanese Retaurant, Garden Coffee Shop and Island Seafood Restaurant. Enjoy tea and coffee at our Lobby Piano Lounge or Sunset Lounge (on the Executive Floor at level eight) or perfectly mixed cocktails in the Color Beat Pub & Lounge or at our Wine Cellar – An abundance of choice with wonderful facilities to delight both the business and holiday traveller.
We can offer excellent conference and banqueting services tailor made to suit any meeting or ocassion. Our well equipped facilities include the magnificent Kalimantan Ballroom which can be divided into nine separate conference rooms. In addition 2 new meeting rooms and a new Board Meeting Room and also a Business Center complete our extensive range. Round the clock Room Service, Body Fresh Health Club & Spa and Drug Store all combine to ensure that you have a wonderful experience at the BLUE SKY HOTEL.
Blue Sky Hotel
Jl.Letjen Soeprapto No.1 Balikpapan, Kalimantan Timur
Phone : +62 542 735844/45
Fax : +62 542 424094
Email : firstname.lastname@example.com
Website : http://blueskybalikpapan.com


text:
Here's one of my favorite running board accessories.
Here's an old ad for a similar kitchenette.
Thats cool...I can see the pic of the family by the pond on a warm summer day.....They came up with some good things back in the day
Man I'm digg'in this! :D
That is very cool Jay. I'd like to find one of those myself. We take the T on picnics quite a bit, that would be handy. Dave
Very neat item! You don't see those being re-produced.
Looks to me like two accessories in the first photo and something else I recognize sitting on the fender??
Ron the Coilman
What other running board accessories are out there? I know of the tool boxes, tire pump, luggage holder, this wonderful kitchenette, the milk carrier, the fuel, oil, and water canteens, and the spare tire brackets. What else did those wacky inventors come up with back then?
Some others would be running board step plates, coca fiber rug mats for the running board, pole mounted search lamps, battery boxes, and dress up lanterns for running board lighting.....probably many more things too
There was a neat dog box fitted to a running board at the centennial. I think it was on Ben Hardimans Model T
I noticed a drawer for eggs - after a few miles of old roads, is that scrambled or blended
Adrian, I think the eggs were harder back then, laid by chickens who probably strode around the yard wearing sweatshirts, smoked cigars and turned their caps sideways. You had to fight them for the eggs <grin>.
Actually, if the egg drawer is lined similar to the egg crates of the day, they would probably hold up pretty well as long as you didn't bounce them against the top of the drawer in your travels.
Peter I sold a nice dog box at the Centennial, included the original cover and tags, I have collected accessories for 50 plus years, but only hold them till $$$ runs short
I bought the "Bird-Dog Palace" from John at the Centennial. I cleaned it up, repainted it after carefully masking the original "Duco" decal, and replaced the old canvas material of the top, back, straps, and roll down curtain. My daughter found the perfect stuffed dog to put in it, a sheepdog so you can't really tell if its stuffed or just asleep.
Its one of a number of things we show with the T at shows and displays, and always gets attention. We also have several versions of picnic sets, not as elaborate as the Kitchenette, from 1914, 22, and 26; an item called a CarRobe which was basically a smaller version of a steamer trunk (holding clothes on hangers vertically) to fit on the running board; a running board trunk with a set of fitted luggage (also obtained at the Centennial); a running board cooler from 1925 (all metal icebox basically); and a set of running board luggage sized to fit the length and width of standard T running boards and held on by a set of rope clamps. I've been looking for a Kitchenette and a folding table that mounted to the running boards.
The accessories are fun to collect, and add alot of interest to the T. The local High School Car Club ran a little car show at the Relay for Life event last Spring and I took the T and many of the accessory items over to display. Had a blast talking to all the visitors about the car, the times, and the accessories.
My daughter just reminded me that we also have a cat carrier to go with the dog carrier - it doesn't go on the running board though...
How about a photo of the dog carrier? Sounds interesting.
The sun has actually melted enough snow that I might be able to get the doors on the T-shed open tomorrow and will try to get a couple pix.
Some pictures of the Bird Dog Palace and a few other items:
Bird Dog Palace Front
Bird Dog Palace Rear
Bird Dog Palace Top
Bird Dog Palace Nameplate
Cat Carrier
1920 Running Board Mobile Canteen
1926 Mobile Canteen
Wayne, Really great stuff and in such pristine condition, especially the animal carriers. Thanks for taking your time to share these with us.
OK - so here we have all the storage facilities for the auto-kitchen. How about a fireplace? Was that then made as just a fire on the ground? No gas driven stove or anything?
Just curious...
Hi All
I found a few patents very similar to Jay�s kitchenette,
but nothing to indicate an exact match.
I did however find the patent for Wayne�s �Bird Dog Palace�.
Sorry Wayne, your Palace turned out to be a �Dog Crate� and
it appears like that patent was cancelled.
Hope it didn�t offend the Pig . . .
Or run afoul of the Poultry Coop . . .
Dog Crate . . .
Dwight D. McBride
Golden City, Missouri
Patent number: 1550829
Filing date: Aug 20, 1924
Issue date: Aug 25, 1925
Yeah, but this is the "Deluxe" version with the nifty handle on the bar lift, snap closure, and at no extra cost, a brass nameplate....
Also, "Bird Dog Palace" sounds soooo much more marketable than "Dog Crate".
That Bird Dog Palace, sure looks like a Bird Dog Jail, what with those big bars.
Wow, I want to go camping with you guys, looks like all the comforts of home will be right there on the running board!


text:
Tara mentioned that this retails for $298.00 at Anthropologie. I now know why!!! It's not hard, just time consuming. A lot of time....just sayin'!! But, between photo shoots and edits and laundry and running, it is finally done. Wanted to share a few pics of mine and the process of putting it together.
Ok, glue and fluff all the way around the top of the wreath.
Now, glue and fluff around the outer rim of the wreath...you get the picture!!
Do the same with the inner part of the wreath. And, yes, I was one yarn puff too short!!! Have mercy!! I thought I had made enough of those little things! It took me 4 skeins of yarn plus a little bit more from a 5th one to make all of these puffs. I purchased my yarn at AC Moore. The large wreath came from Hobby Lobby for less than $5.00.
Here you go!! Ta-da!! Even Scarlette likes it. It look lovely amongst the pumpkins and turkeys and all!
Not sure if I will hang it there when I get ready to start decorating after Thanksgiving or not. Will keep you posted.
All in all, it was fun to make and not difficult. Will you see me selling these in craft shows? No way!!! This one is enough. What holiday crafts are you in the middle of or are thinking about doing this season? I would love to know.
Sweet blessings,


text:
I am writing from Ybor City - Tampa, Florida's National Historic Landmark District. We have a main street which was awarded one of the 10 BEST Streets in America. It is 7th. Avenue. One man, Frank Trebin Lastra wrote one book - "Ybor City - The Making of a Landmark Town" in which he refers to our famous 7th. Avenue as "La Sétima" and has asked City Council and the Mayor to erect sign up and down the street with that spelling. When we tpye in "La Sétima" on your site - it says "no es palabra". We the citizens and Tampa Natives want the signs replaced with the correct spelling of "La Séptima".
There is a group of old-timers and one Spanish City Council person that states that both words are spelled correctly and are acceptable by RAE. I would like an official ruling as we go back to City Council on 6/28/12. Please clarify for me if both of the spellings are acceptable and correct or advise which is the current preferred spelling. Thank you so much for your time and trouble.


text:
Central England Co-op outlines plans for a new store and new jobs in Cambridgeshire as part of multi-million investment in 2019
Central England Co-op has outlined an ambitious investment plan to open over 10 new Food Stores and Funeral Homes and revamp dozens more throughout 2019 - including at least one in Cambridgeshire.
New sites will be launched across the country in a move that will create and secure hundreds of jobs as part of a multi-million pound project.
New and revamped Food Stores and Funeral Homes are currently planned for Stafford, Lichfield, Nottingham, Norfolk, Suffolk, Leicestershire, Cambridgeshire and Derbyshire.
In Cambridgeshire, plans are in place for a new Food Store in Ely Road, Sutton.
Several other stores and homes across a wide range of towns and cities will also be given a major makeover as part of the plans including in Northamptonshire and the West Midlands.
Martyn Cheatle, Chief Executive of Central England Co-op, said: "We are really proud of the success of our business, especially with our continued good performance in what is a highly competitive and increasingly uncertain trading environment.
"We want to continue with that success and this is why we are committed to an ambitious growth and investment strategy during the next 12 months.
"We are now in the process of getting ready to open and revamp dozens of Food Stores and Funeral Homes and we cannot wait to welcome colleagues, members and shoppers, both old and new, into them for the first time during 2019."
As a result of the changes, customers and members will be able to enjoy everything from everyday necessities to something a little more special as a result alongside a range of community benefits.
The new and revamped food sites will feature upgraded fixtures and fittings including the latest in pioneering new energy efficient refrigeration technologies to minimise environmental impact and LED lighting as well as great products, free parking, cash machines, a lifesaving defibrillator and food banks to support people across the local area.
The funeral homes will offer a vastly superior look and feel for families.
News of this investment comes after, in 2018, the Society opened 10 new Food Stores and six new Funeral Homes as well as relaunching 22 funeral sites and 30 convenience stores.
The major development programme has seen individual areas such as Derbyshire receive over £4m, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottingham and the West Midlands each receive over £1m and Yorkshire benefit from an investment of £700,000.
The programme saw a total investment of over £13.4 million, creating dozens of new jobs.
In Cambridgeshire, the Society opened two new Food Stores and refitted one other. It also refurbished three Funeral Homes and opened a new site in the area, investing a total of £1,775,000.
Central England Co-op customers can keep up to date with details of new and revamped stores and homes by visiting https://www.centralengland.coop/
Notes to editors
About Central England Co-operative
Central England Co-operative is one of the largest independent retail co-operative societies in the UK.
It is a modern, forward-looking organisation employing over 8,000 staff, with the Society's principal areas of activity being food, funeral services, travel shops, and property investment.
Central England Co-operative has over 400 trading outlets across 16 counties including; West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Rutland, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire. The Society has an ambitious food store development programme for 2019.
Central England Co-operative is proud of its reputation for ethical business practices and corporate responsibility. It is a member of Business in the Community, the membership organisation that stands for responsible business, and has also won many business awards for excellence. The Society supports a number of charities including Dementia UK and invests a percentage of its trading profit into local communities.
Becoming a member of Central England Co-operative offers a whole host of benefits ranging from collecting points every time you spend in store to earn a share of the profits, access to members activities and community initiatives including the Community Dividend Fund, which hands out grants of up to £5,000 to charities and good causes across the Society's trading estate.
Find out how to become a Central England Co-operative member by calling 0800 0501 601, emailing email@example.com or visiting https://www.members.coop
For more information visit www.centralengland.coop, follow Central England Co-operative on Twitter: @mycoopfood, and on Facebook: facebook.com/centralenglandcooperative
Rob Smyth and James Brindle at Central England Co-operative on 01543 421390
Email –firstname.lastname@example.com


text:
After the 18th February 2008 elections it was expected that the newly elected government would try to improve the human rights situation and give some relief to the families of victims. But this proved to be another shattered dream of people blinded by their faith and hope, which soon turned into disbelief on the system for many.
It is amazing that in the time of elected government with new army chief and intelligence chiefs no actions were taken against those involved in these illegal and inhuman activities during the former dictator's rule.
The statements by the Asian Human Rights Commission given below raises more questions about the seriousness of our government to solve the issue of missing persons.
PAKISTAN: Zarina Marri has been missing along with 429 persons since December 2005
Source : http://www.ahrchk.net/statements/mainfile.php/2009statements/1855/
January 23, 2009
A Statement by the Asian Human Rights Commission
PAKISTAN: Zarina Marri has been missing along with 429 persons since December 2005
The Asian Human Rights Commission has received further details in the case of Ms. Zarina Marri, a 23-year-old schoolteacher from Balochistan province, who has been held incommunicado in an army torture cell at Karachi, the capital of Sindh province and used as a sex slave, please see our statement; http://www.ahrchk.net/statements/mainfile.php/2009statements/1843/
The officials of the education department of Kahan have disclosed that Ms. Marri was a teacher at a government middle school in Kahan, Kohlu district, she was registered as Zarina Bi Bi and she was trained as a Junior Vocational Teacher. She was among those people who were transferred from Kohlu, Kahan, Sibi, Hernai, Much, Kohlo, Dera Bugti, Sabsilla, Bhambhoor, Loti, Dhaman, Pir Koh, Spin, Tangi, Babar Kach, Tandori and Sangan of the Balochistan province during December 2005 and July 2006 when the military government of the then President/General Musharraf was using aerial bombardments to defuse the nationalist movement of Balochistan against the construction of cantonment areas. On 14 December 2005, paramilitary troops accused the people of the area of firing eight rockets at a paramilitary base on the outskirts of the town of Kohlu, a stronghold of the Marri tribe, while President Pervez Musharraf was visiting it. After the visit of President/General Musharraf, within three days of the rocket firing incident, the paramilitary forces began attacking vast areas including the Kahan. It is reported in the media that the military government used the Pakistan air force for bombarding the area. During the fighting between local nationalist militants and the government forces particularly, due to the aerial bombardments, the local population started migrating to other places including to Punjab and Sindh provinces. Please also see urgent appeal of AHRC;
http://www.ahrchk.net/ua/mainfile.php/2006/1872/ dated July 21, 2006.
After some days around 429 persons left the Kahan, district Kohlu, and migrated towards Dera Ghazi Khan district, Punjab province, Zarina Marri and her parents were also among the caravan. Since then there is no trace of the caravan of 429 persons. After some months people tried to search the missing people and some army officers deputed at the Kohlu district told the people of the area that so many persons were killed in the fighting between the government forces and militants and also in aerial bombardments. But after the revelation from Mr. Munir Mengal, managing director of Baloch language television channel, to Reporters without Frontiers (RSF) that Zarina Baloch was in military torture cell at Karachi and was forced in to sexual slavery, the concern of the people of Kohlu, Kahan, and Dera Bugti has risen about the people of the 429 persons which includes more than 70 women, including many young women, who may be used as sex slaves by the Pakistan military.
The government of Pakistan has still not initiated any serious efforts to investigate the case of Ms. Zarina Marri, despite, of continuous demonstrations in several parts of the country including, Islamabad, capital of country for the recovery of Zarina Marri from the military torture cell at Karachi and halting the business of making young Baloch women work as sex slaves by the Pakistan army. The government's ignorance of the serious crimes by the military officers during Musharraf's regime is evidence for the people in the country that the present government still does not have the power to investigate the military misdoings.
The case of Miss Zarina Marri has ignited the narrow nationalist and secessionist feelings of the ethnic Baloch nation which can easily turn into a bloody mutiny against the state if the cases of sex slavery by the military torture cells are not investigated. The Asian Human Rights Commission urges the government to initiate a probe for the recovery of 429 people who are missing since December 2005. The government should also bring the persons who made Marina Marri work as a sex slave before the law regardless of how powerful they are or whether they are military persons.
For further information please see:
PAKISTAN: The life of a disappeared student leader is in danger
Source : http://www.ahrchk.net/statements/mainfile.php/2009statements/2400/
February 4, 2010
A Statement by the Asian Human Rights Commission
PAKISTAN: The life of a disappeared student leader is in danger
The life of a student leader who was arrested by state intelligence officials is in danger. It is apprehended that he might have been killed. The government of Balochistan says that he was released on January 22, 2010, but his family members have said that he has not yet returned home. They have inquired after him at all local police stations, asking if he was booked under another case, but have not been able to find him.
Mr. Zakir Majeed, a student leader, was allegedly abducted by state intelligence agents on June 8, 2009 from Mastung, near Quetta. Majeed is the senior vice chairperson of the Baloch Student Organization, Azad. His alleged abductors drove up in two cars without number plates and asked the young man a few questions, saying that they were intelligence agents.They took Majeed away with them in their cars without making any charges. One car was a Toyota Vego, the other a Toyota Surf SSR. After UN Special Rapporteurs on Disappearances wrote letters about Mr. Majeed's disappearance, his release was announced by the National Crisis Management Cell (NCMC) For more details of the case, please see the following link, dated June 10, 2009; http://www.ahrchk.net/ua/mainfile.php/2009/3175/.
The UN Working Group on Enforced or Involuntary Disappearances (WGEID) has taken up Mr. Majeed's case after the submission of the WGEID form by the AHRC. After an intervention was made by the WGEID, the government announced on January 22, 2010 that Mr. Majeed had been released. The Balochistan High Court also ordered that an FIR (First Investigation Report – a legal document for police investigation) be filed for Mr. Majeed. Until this point, the police refused to register the young man's disappearance, and a case of habeas corpus was up for regular hearing before the High Court of Balochistan. On January 27, 2010, a police official at Khuzdar Police Station of Balochistan, asked the younger brother of the victim, Mr. Waheed Majeed, to file the FIR before the Mastung Police Station. He did so, but the FIR was not entertained. After an intervention was made by higher-ranked police officers, the FIR was finally lodged. On February 2, 2010 Mr. Aslam Bizenjo, Provincial Minister for Irrigation telephoned Mr. Waheed to inform him that according to the list provided by the NCMC, his brother had been released. The Provincial Minister then asked him to speak with Mr. Akbar Durrani, the Home Secretary of the Balochistan government for further details. The Home Secretary confirmed that Mr. Zakir Majeed had been released on January 22, according to the NCMC list published on its website.
These conflicting pieces of information about Mr. Zakir Majeed's disappearance have created a great deal of confusion in the minds of Mr. Majeed's family and the human rights activists who are working for his release. In many past cases, the bodies of the disappeared have been found abandoned on roadsides after courts have ordered for their release, or family members of the disappeared person in question testified in courts that the arrest was done by intelligence agents.
The Asian Human Rights Commission urges the provincial government of Balochistan and federal government of Pakistan to secure the safe release of Mr. Zakir Majeed immediately. Since government officials have already confirmed Mr. Majeed's safe release, we call upon these officials to be held accountable for these confirmations of safety, and urge these officials to take direct action to reunite Mr. Majeed with his family.
Enforced disappearances of civilians and the perpetual lack of thorough investigation by state officials has become so common that the sanctity and dignity of each human life is being ruthlessly compromised in the name of personal or professional gain. The AHRC calls upon the government of Pakistan to take a strong stand against corruption at all levels of its justice system and take steps towards rebuilding the rule of law in the country.


text: How to see the wind gusts in hourly forecasts? Some competitve sites show wind gusts in there hourly forecasts. I don't see the wind gusts in the results of the hourly forecasts. You c... M4rc3lv, 8 years ago Last reply: Brendan Hayes, 8 years ago 3 3 me toos 1 1 reply Question


text:
PYONGYANG, North Korea, Feb. 20 (UPI) -- China informed North Korea its goal is the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, noting it will "never allow war or chaos" in the region.
The message was conveyed by Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Liu Zhenmin during his four-day visit to North Korea ended Thursday, South Korea's Yonhap news reported quoting a Chinese Foreign Ministry statement.
China is the closest ally of North Korea and Liu's warning came as the North remains adamant in pursuing its nuclear weapons program, having already conducted three nuclear tests.
China is also trying to restart the stalled six-nation talks on the North's denuclearization which includes the United States, Russia, South Korea and Japan.
"Liu Zhenmin stressed that China adheres to the goal of denuclearization of the Peninsula, maintaining peace and stability on the Peninsula and solving problems through dialogue and negotiation. China will never allow war or chaos on the peninsula," the Chinese statement said.
Liu made his remarks during a meeting with senior North Korean officials, including Foreign Minister Pak Ui Chun.
Yonhap said his comments appeared to be the first time a senior Chinese official had publicly stated his country's views. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, however, reportedly conveyed similar remarks last week during talks with visiting U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry.


text:
Russian President Vladimir Putin and President-elect Donald Trump have discussed future efforts to improve US-Russian ties during a telephone call.
"President-elect Trump noted to President Putin that he is very much looking forward to having a strong and enduring relationship with Russia and the people of Russia," Trump's office said in a statement.
The Kremlin said that Putin congratulated Trump on his victory and expressed Russia's readiness to "establish a partner-like dialogue with the new administration on the basis of equality, mutual respect and non-interference in domestic relations."
Trump's office said that Putin called him to "offer his congratulations on winning a historic election".
"During the call, the two leaders discussed a range of issues including the threats and challenges facing the US and Russia, strategic economic issues and the two nations' relationship that dates back over 200 years," it said.
In its statement, the Kremlin added that both Putin and Trump agreed that US-Russian ties are in an "extremely unsatisfactory" condition now.
"They spoke for active joint work to normalise ties and engage in constructive cooperation on a broad range of issues," it said, adding that Putin and Trump emphasised the need to develop trade and economic cooperation to give a strong basis to US-Russia relations.
Putin and Trump also agreed on the need to combine efforts in the fight against their No. 1 enemy - "international terrorism and extremism" - and discussed the settlement of the Syrian crisis in that context, according to the Kremlin.
How to fight side-by-side in Syria, where Russia supports President Bashar Assad and the US supports rebels fighting against him and the Islamic State, has been one of the key sticking points between President Barack Obama and Putin.
It said that Putin and Trump agreed to continue phone contacts and to plan a personal meeting in the future.
Trump's statement said he looked forward to a "strong and enduring relationship" with Russia.
During the campaign, he outlined few specifics as to how he would go about it. President Barack Obama began his presidency with a goal to "reset" ties with Russia, but they eventually plunged to the lowest point since the Cold War over the conflicts in Ukraine and Syria.
Throughout the campaign, the Kremlin insisted that it had no favourites and rejected the claims of interference in the US election. Russia's state-controlled media, however, made no secret of their sympathy for Trump.


text:
You don't have any saved vehicles!
Look for this link on your favorites:
Once you've saved some vehicles, you can view them here at any time.
CARFAX One-Owner. **MAZDA CERTIFIED!! 7 YEAR/100K WARRANTY**BUY WITH PEACE OF MIND!!, 1 OWNER**CLEAN CARFAX**, **BACK UP CAMERA**, **BLUETOOTH**, **LEATHER**, **NAVIGATION**. 23/31 City/Highway MPG
* 2018 KBB.com Brand Image Awards
We are conveniently located just a few minutes West of Downtown Orlando, just off the Florida Turnpike between Winter Garden and Clermont! It's one of the easiest drive in Central Florida! Remember: "GET THE MAZDA SPIRIT" here at Headquarter Mazda! So take the easy drive from almost anywhere in Central Florida to visit us or just call one of our Professional Inventory Specialist for more information and schedule a VIP appointment.
New vehicle pricing includes all offers and incentives. Tax, Title and Tags not included in vehicle prices shown and must be paid by the purchaser. While great effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this site, errors do occur so please verify information with a customer service rep. This is easily done by calling us at (407) 378-4237 or by visiting us at the dealership.
**With approved credit. Terms may vary. Monthly payments are only estimates derived from the vehicle price with a 72 month term, 5.9% interest and 20% downpayment.
*Number of views in last 30 days
† Based on 2018 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
You don't have any saved vehicles!
Look for this link on your favorites:
Once you've saved some vehicles, you can view them here at any time.
17500 State Road 50 • Clermont, FL 34711Get Directions
Open Today! Sales: 9am-7pm
Open Today! Service: 8am-5pm
Open Today! Parts: 8am-6pm


text:
Registrar, Office of the University
East Buchtel Avenue
Simmons Hall
Akron, OH 44325-6208
Tel: 330-972-8300
Email: email@example.com
Website: Registrar, Office of the University
Tags: catalog classes register registration transcripts
Need to add an office or correct some information?
Use the Offices & Departments online request form.
Visit our Campus map for driving directions and more information.


text:
Do you love working with a geriatric population? Or would you like to try working with a geriatric population? You will have the opportunity to work in memory care, rehabilitative care or long term care in a facility which is committed to caring for our residents in a home like atmosphere.
Sullivan County Health Care is a 156 bed skilled nursing facility located in a beautiful rural New Hampshire setting, where patient care is our number one priority.
We have flexible scheduling including eight, twelve or sixteen hour shifts. We have a weekend stipend program which pays six hours of bonus pay per weekend, as well as per diem and premium per diem. We have shift differentials up to 20% on the weekends, one dollar per hour for evenings, one dollar and fifteen cents for overnight shifts. We offer competitive wages, medical, dental, life, short and long term disability and pension (retirement) benefits.
We have a Tuition Reimbursement program for Nursing School of $3,500 per year. We offer LNA, LMNA, IV Certification, CPR and continuing education classes at no cost to employees.
Join us at Sullivan County Health Care!
This is a specialized professional and administrative position with responsibilities to ensure delivery of appropriate high quality nursing and restorative care within the facilities policies and procedures.Accurately receives, transcribes and carries out physician's orders.Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and make proper documentation and notifications; order and maintain all pharmaceuticals for the units.Assess residents, developing and updating Care Plans, MDS's, and quarterly assessments within the mandated time frame as assigned and evaluated by the Unit Manager; observe each resident on a continuing basis alert to changes in mental and physical well-being and in conjunction with an RN, make assessments and notifies Supervisor; receive Resident Status Report from off-going shift, and give on-coming shift a detailed report of each resident's current status and events of the shift.Supervise LNAs in accordance with licensing requirements under the New Hampshire Board of Nursing. Assign and measure nursing staff resident care consistent with abilities, job description and scope of practice and supervise the care given; and assist direct-care staff with nursing care as necessary and as time allows.Administer the provision of oxygen in accordance with facility guidelines and procedures. Administer gastrostomy/jejunostomy feedings in accordance with policy and procedure. Perform wound care and have knowledge of wound vacs. Accompany physician on resident rounds, on their assigned unit(s), to address residents medical needs and to facilitate communication during 60 day review and update 24 hour report sheets to keep APRN/ physician informed. Perform regular duties on the unit such as checking appointments for the day and alert staff, checking Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy appointments, and alert staff, checking activity board and alert staff, reminding staff of ambulation list, weights, blood pressures: monitoring LNA documentation; oversight of infection control practices on the unit; ensure that unit is clean and hazard-fr
RealVTJobs.com is part of the RealLocalJobs Network: www.reallocaljobs.com
Owned by the ECoast Jobs LLC company www.ecoastjobs.com
Powered by JOBBEX


text:
|Gulbran Olsen Berge, ca. 1870s.
Chippewa County, Minnesota.
On April 12, 1868, Gulbran Olsen Berge departed Christiania (Oslo), Norway for Quebec aboard the Norwegian emigrant sailing ship, Hannah Parr. Berge left behind a wife, Karen (Bue) Berge, and several children in Gudbrandsdalen Valley, Norway as he made his way to the United States to secure a new life for his family. The ship's list, published on the Norway Heritage website, recorded his passenger information as: Gulbrand Olsen Berget, 32, married - Residence Gausdal, Gudbrandsdalen.
The voyage of the Hannah Parr should have been just another routine crossing, despite primitive conditions that were common aboard early emigrant ships, but it ended up being one of the better documented sailing voyages in the history of early Norwegian-American migrations because of its exceptional nature. After the ship left Norway, it was not until 107 days later that the travelers finally reached their destination of North America, since severe storm damage forced them to make an extended layover in Ireland.
The Hannah Parr encountered severe weather when it reached the mid-Atlantic. On the second day of the storm, a large wave over the stern took out the pilothouse and its gear, as well as the kitchen, and left the ship with hardly any riggings or sail. After the storm subsided, the ship made its way slowly back to Ireland, where it docked for repairs at Limerick.
Gulbran Berge kept a diary throughout the voyage, though it consisted of mostly short reports about weather conditions. His descriptions became more extensive during and after the storm. For April 27-28, 1868, his notes read:
...We ran into a bad storm that lasted 2 days, and everyone thought they would die. The storm began the night of the 28th and lasted until 12 o'clock midnight of the 29th. We lost almost everything that was on the deck. The captain's quarters were completely wrecked. ...The kitchen was washed overboard. The sails and riggings were destroyed by the wind. ...The captain would have been blown off the ship if the one who steered the boat had not rescued him. The foremast was blown off, but we made some use of it. The captain said he had never been in such a storm before. He had never heard of another emigrant ship that it had happened to like it did to us. Three people were hurt, and some were so tired because they had not slept for 72 hours.
...Many came on board to sell food and other things. They took up the anchor, and since no steamboat had come we continued on our way because we had the tide with us [...] In between the rivers it was very pretty. The leaves, potatoes, and corn were as big as they were in mid-summer in Norway. When we came ashore we were met by many people, and they looked at us like we had come from another world. They followed us around so much we could hardly move. At night three or four men had to keep watch on deck, and every day hundreds of people came to look at the ship without sails.
May 10 - [We] all wished to go on a trip on the railroad for a few miles inland, and this was an enjoyable trip. Some gentlemen treated us to 40 pints of Port wine which was all drunk up, and some felt happy from it [most likely a translation mistake, since letters by other passengers mention "porter" (beer)].
May 11 - ...When we were in Limerick we had a very good time. The people did all they could to make it pleasant for us [...] Two hundred of us went to the theater, and even though none of us understood what they said, we enjoyed it. The work on the ship went slow... we were laid up there about six weeks. We sailed from Limerick the 9th of June, and although we were not ready we had to leave because the tide would go out so no ship could come in or go out for 10 days. We transferred to a steamship four miles out of town where we cast anchor to get ourselves entirely ready, and we thought we would be there only a few days. While we were anchored there, most of the passengers had to send word back to Limerick for food because we left in such a hurry we didn't get time to buy all we needed.
Clair O. Haugen and James Overdahl collaborated on Hannah Parr research, and Haugen wrote a background article for the Norway Heritage website: The LONG Crossing of the Hannah Parr. Also included online are Hannah Parr related photographs, the diary of Gulbran Olsen Berge, and letters by two of his fellow travelers describing events.
Hannah Parr the Subject of Arts Collaboration in Limerick
Recently, a children's theater group in Limerick, Ireland performed a play about events surrounding the 1868 voyage of the Hannah Parr, after discovering that some Norwegian children from the ship were buried in a local churchyard. With the help of Haugen and Overdahl, known Hannah Parr descendants were contacted and asked to submit vocal greetings to the Irish children, to help give a better sense of history of the ship and its passengers. In my own greeting, I asked the children to remember that "an act of kindness can last several lifetimes." Without the hospitality of the citizens of Limerick, my great great grandfather, Gulbran Olsen Berge, would not have continued his voyage to America. Had he not continued his travels at that time, it is likely that his son, Ole Benhart Berge, would never have met his Norwegian-American wife, and my grandmother would never have been born, and consequently, I would never have been born... and so it goes.
An Irish entertainment website contains a review of the collaboration between the Island Theatre Company, St Marys Local Arts Group, and the 16 children from Limerick who participated: Cheebah - Hannah Parr.
Growing New Roots on the Minnesota Prairie
|Ole Benhardt Berge, 1869, Norway.
|Karen Bue Berge, 1879s.
Chippewa County, Minnesota
The Berge family was eventually reunited a year later, in 1869, when Gulbran's wife. Karen, and their two children, Othillie and Ole, made the transatlantic crossing from Norway. It was the custom for family members to have photographs taken at the point of embarkation, and to mail them home as mementos. In 1869, little Ole was photographed with a miniature pipe in his mouth. It was a sight meant, no doubt, to make Farfar and Farmor extra proud of their grandson, the liten mann (little man) who was about to brave the open seas to help his papa make good in America. The pipe and the original box it was sold in is currently in the possession of one of Ole Benhart Berge's grandsons in Minnesota.


text:
Gwyneth Paltrow wants to have dinner with you--for a price, that is.
The "Iron Man 3" star has volunteered her time as part of CFDA and Vogue's new initiative, Fashion for Sandy Relief, which launched Tuesday and raises funds for those affected by the massive hurricane.
And in their first attempt to get you to loosen your fashionable purse strings in the name of charity, the partners are opening up the bidding for fabulous auction items like dinner with Paltrow and Mario Batali at Charitybuzz.com.
U.S. & World
Not a Paltrow fan? There are plenty of other enticing auction items with high-profile style-setters. Perhaps a half-day modeling lesson with Coco Rocha will get you smizing as you perfect your pose in front of the camera? Or maybe you want a front row seat to a fashion show next to none other than Vogue's Anna Wintour?
Starting bids are pretty pricey--the minimum bid to rub elbows with Wintour starts at $10,000--but what's more fabulous than helping others in need? New items are added to Charitybuzz.com on a daily basis, so make sure to head back to check out the latest celeb prize or, you know, to see if someone has outbid your $10,000 attempt to hang with Wintour.


text:
Severe problems affecting the blood and kidneys may develop in a small
number of people (5% to 10%) infected with
E. coli O157:H7 who get sick enough to go to the
hospital.1 These problems include
anemia, a low number of
platelets in the blood, the formation of small blood
clots, and kidney (renal) failure.
Sometimes brain and spinal cord
(central nervous system) complications also develop.
Serious long-term damage to the kidneys and nervous system, as well as death,
can occur.
This set of problems is known as either hemolytic
uremic syndrome (HUS) or thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP). These two
conditions are now thought to be different forms of the same disease.
Symptoms of hemolytic uremic syndrome or
thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura may include:
People who have been diagnosed with E. coli infection should be monitored carefully for these problems. This is
especially important for children and older adults. They should have blood and
urine tests rather than waiting for symptoms to develop. Monitoring should
begin as soon as the diagnosis is made and continue for 2 weeks after diarrhea
The following factors may put you at
higher-than-average risk of developing blood and kidney problems from
E. coli infection:
CitationsCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (2010). Escherichia coli. Available online: http://www.cdc.gov/nczved/divisions/dfbmd/diseases/ecoli_o157h7/index.html.
Next Section:
Previous Section:
Last Revised:
May 29, 2012
Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine & W. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.
To learn more visit Healthwise.org
© 1995-2012 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.


text:
Japan Display To Produce 7-inch, 4K Display For tablets
"Pixel Eyes" detects touch through changes in capacitance between electrodes on the TFT substrate and on the color filter substrate.
The integration of the touch functionality into the LCD eliminates the need for an external touch panel. The configuration reduces module thickness versus conventional modules with external touch panels, and versus recently popular modules which adopt a touch sensor function on the cover lens.
JDI is planning to start mass production of "Pixel Eyes" products at the new G6 production line in Mobara, Japan, in fall 2014. The new line, using the world's largest mother glass (1500mm x 1850mm) for LTPS technology.


text:
Some parents' greatest wish is for their child to follow in their footsteps career-wise. You love your job, you want your kid to love theirs, so why not have your kid do what you do?
The parents who brought their young ones to the first-ever program for budding hackers from the ages of 8 to 16 feel the same way:
Hoff said basically most children in the United States are hackers in a way — "whether that's video games and understanding the relationship of what makes that computer work."
Hoff, whose wife is a scientist, said his children were "born digitally native" and he proudly describes his 7-year-old daughter as a "tinkerer, a hacker," and said his 10-year-old daughter "by DNA, I think, was born to hack."


text:
152 E. 28 Street, NYC 10016(212) 532-6579
Superior Florist 828 6th AvenueNew York NYPhone: 212-679-4065www.superiorflorist.com
The Gannon Funeral Home is an independent family owned business. Over the generations, the commitment to the heritage of Charles and Mary Gannon has never changed - providing caring professional services for the families of New York City at their most difficult time.
Owned by William P Gannon152 E. 28th StreetNew York, NY10016Phone: 212-532-6579Fax: 646-349-3019


text:
DDR4, 8GB (2x4GB Kit), 2400Mhz, 1.2V, 16-16-16
Sorry, this product is no longer available to purchase.
Please view our whole range of DDR4 PC4-19200/2400MHz here
Order Code: CRU-BS8244
Manf.Code: BLS2C4G4D240FSE
More delivery options including Weekend, timed and European delivery are also available at the checkout.
Low Rate 14.9% Finance
Spread the cost of your purchase with a low rate 14.9% APR over 12, 24, 36 or 48 months.See examples and more info
In the unlikely event that you are unhappy with your purchase, simply return it to us within 14 days for a refund.*
*Excludes delivery costs. Item must be in original condition, not applicable to opened Software/Licenses or customised items.Full details
If you are buying for work or your business we offer a range of benefits to help, such as:
Speed. Style. Sport. Get more out of your memory.
Designed for performance enthusiasts, gamers, and anyone who simply wants to get more out of their system, Ballistix Sport LT DDR4 memory helps you do just that. Give your processor the resources it needs to perform and make your computer faster and more responsive.
Make your system go Ballistix.
Memory is fun when it's faster, when it's stylish, and when it helps your system perform at a higher level. Compared to standard Crucial DDR4 memory, that's exactly what Ballistix Sport is engineered to do. Get faster speeds and run demanding applications with ease. Multitask at will with increased bandwidth. And strike first with better latencies and reduced load times.
Install with ease.
Getting more out of your system should be easy — and that's exactly how we engineered Ballistix Sport memory. Using cutting-edge technology, intuitive module design, Intel® XMP 2.0 profiles and more, we designed Ballistix Sport with the sole intent of creating affordable, easy-to-use performance memory. Installation is a cinch: just plug-and-play, and get ready to win with little to no BIOS configuration.
Go covert.
With a stealth digital camo design and integrated heat spreader, Ballistix Sport LT is designed to be your memory lieutenant. Keep your system cool and collected while mowing down the opposition — whether that's a challenging spreadsheet or an opponent you've just reduced to a bloody pulp.
Micron® quality—a higher level of reliability.
As a brand of Micron, one of the largest memory manufacturers in the world, Ballistix memory is built to last and delivers a higher level of performance than standard memory. For more than 35 years, we've engineered old-school DDR memory all the way to Ballistix Sport DDR4, which empowers you to seize an affordable performance edge. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty and rigorously tested to some of the most demanding standards in the industry, Ballistix Sport LT DDR4 memory has been thoroughly proven and is ready to make an immediate impact in your system.
|Product Specifications
|Form Factor
|Total Capacity
|8GB Kit (4GBx2)
|Limited Lifetime
|DDR4 PC4-19200 • 16-16-16 • Unbuffered • NON-ECC • DDR4-2400 • 1.2V • 512Meg x 64 •
|Ballistix Sport
|Module Qty
|DIMM Type
Get your order delivered the next working day for £5.99, available when ordering Monday - Thursday and before 17:00 on that day if the product is in stock and your payment has cleared.
Get your order delivered the next working day before 12:00pm for £10.98, available when ordering Monday - Thursday and before 17:00 on that day if the product is in stock and your payment has cleared. Some orders if via PayPal and the first customer order may not clear in time.
If you need your order at the weekend, for £12.58, you can specify the day you wish to have it delivered to you, Saturday or Sunday providing your order has been placed by 17:00 on the Friday before.
Economy delivery is available on all orders of any value being shipped within the UK.


text:
Tacoma-Pierce County Health DepartmentHome Menu
Health Department Meetings and Events
Free Children's Immunizations
- Date: 02/14/2019 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Location: South Hill Mall
3509 S. Meridian
Puyallup, Washington 98392
Immunization protects children from many dangerous diseases. This location offers free immunizations for children 0-18 years old. Bring their shot records. Sign in 30 minutes before clinic closes. When busy, the clinic may not be able to serve everyone who has signed in before they must close for the day. The MultiCare Immunization Kiosk is inside by Golden Corral.Return to full list >>


text:
No. 10 in our countdown of smartest animals is the rat, a highly intelligent yet much-maligned animal in Western cultures. Widely used in research, the lab rat has been known to find shortcuts, loopholes and escape routes in the laboratory experiments designed by the top scientific minds of our time. In Chinese culture, the rat is revered for its cunning and resourcefulness. And for good reason - the rat has successfully colonized every continent on Earth except for Antarctica. And if history is any indication, they'll be there too soon enough.
9 - Octopus
Kudos should go to the invertebrate with the strength and skill to screw a lid off a jar! No. 9 in our list is the octopus, one of the smartest creatures in the sea. This animal is still poorly understood, but scientists are constantly discovering new and impressive octopus abilities. They play, solve problems, navigate through mazes and have a respectable short-term memory. But how is an animal that belongs to the same class as the snail capable of such clever feats? It may be that the combination of strength, agility, curiosity and a lot of brainpower sets the octopus apart from its soft-bodied brethren.
8 - Pigeon
Pigeons are abundant in most major cities of North America, but most people think of them as mere pests. However, this ubiquitous bird is actually quite smart. Because pigeons have been the subjects of countless scientific experiments, there is a wealth of knowledge about their intellectual abilities. For example, pigeons can recognize hundreds of images even after several years have passed. They can also identify themselves in a mirror, be taught to perform a sequence of movements and to discriminate subtle differences between two objects - pretty impressive for a mere pest.
7 - Squirrel
This animal's dogged persistence and impeccable memory have made it the nemesis of gardeners throughout its vast range. Most squirrels display an impressive array of tricks and strategies that help them survive. For starters, these clever creatures are essentially woodland animals that have adapted to living alongside humans, eating out of bird-feeders, flower gardens and whatever food might be lying around. They are also able to store and cache food for leaner times, and then find their hidden morsels many months later. They may also pretend to hide food in order to confuse potential thieves, which researchers believe shows an advanced level of cunning and intellect.
6 - Pig
Despite a reputation for gluttony and poor hygiene, pigs are actually highly intelligent animals. Both domestic and wild species are known for their ability to adapt to a variety of different ecological conditions. They seem to be at least as trainable as cats and dogs, and certain domestic pigs have become a favorite pet in the U.S. Pigs are also extremely flexible. Unlike most other ungulates, which are strictly herbivorous, pigs and their relatives are omnivores with a diet that sometimes includes worms and small vertebrates. Where they have been introduced around the world, pigs tend to out-compete the native species. Though devastating to the native species, this trend is yet another strong indication of pig cleverness.
5 - Crow
Crossing the street against traffic may be called "jay-walking," but jays and other members of the crow family understand better than some humans the importance of waiting for the light to change. Crows living in urban areas are known to gather nuts from trees and then place them in the street for passing cars to crack open the shells. Then, after waiting patiently for the light to change, they return to the street to retrieve their nutty snack - an impressive example of animal innovation. Crows also communicate in elaborate population-specific dialects and play games and tricks on one another. Some scientists even believe that crows are more intelligent than primates.
4 - Elephant
Contrary to popular perception, elephants are more than just lumbering giants with big ears and a good memory. In fact, elephants are quite elegant, cultured and curious. They have been known to clean their food and use tools in various ways in the wild, and they can also follow human commands in captivity. Elephants are also extremely caring and empathetic to other members of their group and to other species, which is considered a highly advanced form of intelligence.
3 - Orangutan
The great apes are considered the smartest creatures after humans. Of course, humans are biased in this regard, but the intellectual capacity of the great apes is difficult to deny. Among them, orangutans stand out as being especially gifted in the brains department. They have a strong culture and system of communication, and many have been observed to use tools in the wild. Orangutans live in widely scattered communities and form strong social bonds, which may be the key to their advanced cognitive skills. Females remain with their young for many years, teaching them all they need to survive in the forest.
2 - Dolphin
Have you ever wondered why dolphins and other cetaceans are the star attraction at most aquariums? It's because they're smarter than almost any other creature on the planet. Dolphins are extremely social animals. Schools of dolphins can be observed in the world's oceans surfing, racing, leaping, spinning, whistling and otherwise enjoying themselves. They also have a sophisticated "language," though humans have only begun to unravel it. Dolphins use tools in their natural environment and can learn an impressive array of behavioral commands by human trainers. Like many of the most intelligent animals on Earth, dolphin females remain with their young for several years, teaching them all the tricks of the dolphin trade.
1 - Chimpanzee
Topping our list of smartest animals is another great ape, the chimpanzee. The impressive intellectual abilities of this animal have long fascinated humans. They can make and use tools, hunt collectively, and are capable of advanced problem-solving. They are also able to learn sign language to communicate with humans and can remember the name sign for individuals they have not seen for several years. But perhaps the most amazing feature of the chimpanzee is its ability to use symbols for objects and combine the symbols in a sequence to convey a complex idea. Such intellectual gifts are probably central to maintaining this animal's complex social groups, where they form strong bonds and observe elaborate hierarchical structure.


text:
Sort by:
Solving Design Challenges in Automotive Camera Modules
In this series, we'll discuss the key design challenges need to be addressed for the automotive camera modules and how to solve those challenges using a PMIC.
DIY PMICs, Part 1 of 4 (Intro)
DIY PMICs, Part 2 of 4 (TPS6521815)
DIY PMICs, Part 3 of 4 (TPS650861)
DIY PMICs, Part 4 of 4 (Closing)
DIY PMICs — User-programmable PMICs
Optimizing DC/DC Converters for EMI in Automotive Systems
EMI (electromagnetic interference) mitigation is a critical step in the design process in most electronic systems, and especially so in the automotive world. In many cases, automotive OEM emissions requirements are even more stringent than both national and international standards bodies like the FCC. Unfortunately, by their nature, switching regulators are sources of EMI; but, in order to keep power supply designs small and efficient, switchers are a critical component. So how can you reap the benefits of a switching regulator while still meeting challenging EMI requirements?


text:
by Erin
Pint-sized Predator Costume Photo 4 of 10
Rate this costume:
4 votes
|3 comments · add a comment
|Costume type:
|Costumes for Boys
This homemade costume for boys entered our 2015 Halloween Costume Contest.
A word from Matt, the 'Pint-sized Predator' costume creator:
Here's a pic of my 8 year old son @HurricaneHoldy in our HOMEMADE "pint-sized Predator" costume. It took about a month of Saturdays to complete and NOTHING that appears on the costume was store bought... Read more »
Similar costumes:


text:
Cookbook cover image courtesy of Random House
- Yield
- Serves 4
- 2 tablespoons EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil)
- 2 pounds ground turkey or chopped leftover turkey
- Salt and pepper
- 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 onion, peeled
- 2 carrots, peeled
- 4 celery stalks from the heart, chopped
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups turkey or chicken stock
- A few dashes of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 (10-ounce) box frozen peas
- 1 very ripe banana, sliced
- A few dashes of hot sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp yellow cheddar cheese
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- In a deep ovenproof skillet or a Dutch oven, heat the EVOO over high heat. Add the turkey and break it up with a wooden spoon; season with salt and pepper and the poultry seasoning. Place the sweet potatoes in a pot with water to cover. Cover the pot, bring to a boil, then salt the water and cook the potatoes for 15 minutes, or until tender.
- Grate the onion and carrots directly into the skillet with the turkey. Add the celery, stir, and cook for 5 minutes. While the vegetables are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a small pot over medium heat. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk for 1 minute, then whisk in the stock and season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire. Cook for a few minutes, until thickened, then add to the turkey mixture. Stir in the peas into the turkey mixture and turn off the heat.
- Drain the potatoes and return the hot pot to the heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and melt over medium heat. Add the banana and potatoes to the pot and season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Mash the potatoes and banana to combine, and adjust the seasoning.
- Spoon the potatoes onto the meat, and cover the potatoes with the cheese. Bake uncovered for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
Per serving: 1260.0 calories, 790.0 calories from fat, 88.0g total fat, 35.0g saturated fat, 360.0mg cholesterol, 1830.0mg sodium, 41.0g total carbs, 8.0g dietary fiber, 7.0g sugars, 81.0g protein
Nutritional analysis provided by TasteBook, using the USDA Nutrition Database
Reprinted with permission from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book: Her Biggest Ever Collection of All-New 30-Minute Meals Plus Kosher Meals, Meals for One, Veggie Dinners, Holiday Favorites, and Much More! by Rachael Ray. Copyright © 2008 by Rachael Ray. Published by Crown Publishing Group. All Rights Reserved.
Racheal Ray is a best-selling author and the host of Food Network's popular 30-Minute Meals and Tasty Travels as well as her daytime syndicated show, Rachael Ray. She is also the founder of Yum-o!, a charitable foundation dedicated to helping parents and children develop a healthy relationship with food. This is her fourteenth cookbook.


text:
Congratulations to week 2's winner Juanjo Mayor from Spain. His answer to what device(s) would you like to see offer USB 3.0 support?
Mainly hardrives, flash memories, 3G modems... In general: devices related to Data transfer
He wins a new GIGABYTE GA-890FXA-UD5 motherboard.
This week's question is: What makes GIGABYTE the No. 1 motherboard brand in the world? Please visit GIGABYTE Motherboards on facebook and "Like" GIGABYTE motherboards. To answer this week's question and for the chance to win a GIGABYTE GA-P55A-UD7, please visit the discussion section Week 3.


text:
Characterizing the oscillatory response of the chromosphere during solar flares
Laurel Farris; NMSU Astronomy Department
Quasi-periodic pulsations (QPPs) are observed in the emission of solar flares over a wide range of wavelengths,
particularly in the radio and hard x-ray regimes where non-thermal emission dominates. These pulsations are
considered to be an intrinsic feature of flares, yet the exact mechanism that triggers them remains unclear.
There have been reports of an increase in the oscillatory power at 3-minute periods (the local acoustic
cutoff frequency) in the solar chromosphere associated with flaring events. I propose to investigate the
chromospheric response to flares by inspecting the spatial and temporal onset and evolution of the 3-minute
oscillatory power, along with any QPP patterns that may appear in chromospheric emission. The analysis
will be extended to multiple flares, and will include time before, during, and after the main event. To test
initial methods, the target of interest was the well-studied 2011 February 15 X-class flare. Data from two
instruments on board the Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) were used in the preliminary study, including
continuum images from the Helioseismic and Magnetic Imager (HMI) and UV images at 1600 and 1700
Angstroms from the Atmospheric Imaging Assembly (AIA). Later, spectroscopic data from the Interface
Region Imaging Spectrometer (IRIS) will be used to examine velocity patterns in addition to intensity.
The Circumstellar Disks and Binary Companions of Be Stars
Drew Chojnowski, NMSU
Tremendous progress has been made over the past two decades toward understanding Be stars, but a number of key aspects of them remain enigmatic. The unsolved mysteries include identification of the mechanism responsible for disk formation, the reason this mechanism occasionally turns off or on unexpectedly, the source of viscosity in the circumstellar disks, and the cause of slowly precessing density perturbations in the disks of many or most Be stars. On a deeper level, the origin of Be stars' near-critical rotation is unknown, with one possible explanation being spin-up due to interaction with a binary companion. A better understanding of these stars is needed, with a particular focus on high-mass binaries being warranted in the age of gravitational wave astronomy. In this dissertation, I will extend the knowledge and understanding of Be stars through a series of three projects. First, I will present and describe the largest ever homogeneous, spectroscopic sample of Be stars to date. I will then focus on investigation of a rare class of Be stars found in binary systems with hot, low mass companions. The second project will present detailed characterization and modeling of HD~55606, a newly discovered member of this class. Finally, I will discuss the results of spectroscopic monitoring of seven newly discovered systems and establish or place limits on the orbital parameters of the binary components.
Seismic Inferences of Gas Giant Planets: Excitation & Interiors
Ethan Dederick, NMSU
Seismology has been the premier tool of study for understanding the interior structure of the Earth, the Sun, and even other stars. In this thesis we develop the framework for the first ever seismic inversion of a rapidly rotating gas giant planet. We extensively test this framework to ensure that the inversions are robust and operate within a linear regime. This framework is then applied to Saturn to solve for its interior density and sound speed profiles to better constrain its interior structure. This is done by incorporating observations of its mode frequencies derived from Linblad and Vertical Resonances in Saturn's C-ring. We find that although the accuracy of the inversions is mitigated by the limited number of observed modes, we find that Saturn's core density must be at least 8.97 +/- 0.01 g cm^{-3} below r/R_S = 0.3352 and its sound speed must be greater than 54.09 +/- 0.01 km s^{-1} below r/R_S = 0.2237. These new constraints can aid the development of accurate equations of state and thus help determine the composition in Saturn's core. In addition, we investigate mode excitation and whether the \kappa-Mechanism can excite modes on Jupiter. While we find that the \kappa-Mechanism does not play a role in Jovian mode excitation, we discover a different opacity driven mechanism, The Radiative Suppression Mechanism, that can excite modes in hot giant planets orbiting extremely close to their host stars if they receive a stellar flux greater than 10^9~erg cm^{-2} s^{-1}. Finally, we investigate whether moist convection is responsible for exciting Jovian modes. Mode driving can occur if, on average, one cloud column with a 1-km radius exists per 6423 km^2 or if ~43 storms with 200 columns, each with a radius of 25 km, erupt per day. While this seems unlikely given current observations, moist convection does have enough thermal energy to drive Jovian oscillations, should it be available to them.


text:
Police have identified the victims — two of them children — of what they are describing as a "horrific" double-murder and suicide that has rocked a sleepy bedroom community on the outskirts of Ottawa.
Ten-year-old Jon Alexander Corchis, six-year-old Katheryn Elizabeth Corchis and Alison Constance Easton, 40, were all residents of the two-storey home where their bodies were discovered Monday, police say.
No specific details about the cause of death were released, although a police news release described the incident as a "double-murder and suicide," and noted that no charges were anticipated "due to the circumstances."
"It's horrific," Ottawa police Insp. John Maxwell told a news conference.
"It's everybody's worst nightmare because it's so sad. It's a criminal act, but it's on the human-tragedy side of the balance."
Maxwell said police are speaking to friends, family and those in the neighbourhood to find out anything they can about what might have caused the tragedy.
Past contact with police was limited to what he described as "barking-dog calls." None were related to domestic disturbances, he added. "They certainly were not; absolutely not."
Easton was involved in the local neighbourhood watch program, he added.
"This might seem like a cut and dried file, but not necessarily; that's why we want to talk to a lot of people — friends, family, acquaintances — and find out if they saw anything along the way," Maxwell said.
"We're always looking for prevention of the next tragedy, of course, right? We have to step back a few paces and see if anything could have been done. Nothing of that nature has come forward yet, but that's why we dig."
Maxwell also offered his condolences and sympathies to the father, and expressed support to the firefighters and emergency crew members who were the first people on the scene.
"I want to say that it was actually fire and EMS who arrived first, before the police … the first officers on the scene, most of them have families; this is very, very difficult," he said.
"Thank God there are men and women out there who go into the darkness like we do."
Grief counsellors, meanwhile, were dispatched Tuesday to Stittsville Public School, across the street from the home, where the children attended class. Neither was in school on Monday, Maxwell said.
The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board says parent volunteers and extra supply teachers will also be on hand.
Tonya Marczak, a neighbour, said her daughter was a good friend of the little girl, who she said loved to play dress-up.
"You couldn't not see her in a dress-up dress when she came over to play, she was always dressing up," Marczak told radio station CFRA.
Marczak described Easton, a stay-at home mom, as "very quiet."


text:
7th-grade girl found hanged at Ind. middle school
Students kept at school on modified schedule
A north central Indiana school district says it's investigating the suicide of a seventh grader at a junior high school but there's no sign the girl had been bullied.
The Marion Community Schools said in a statement Monday that despite speculation about a connection to bullying, there was no immediate sign of bullying. Its investigation was continuing.
District spokeswoman Patricia Gibson says the death occurred Monday at McCulloch Junior High School.
The (Marion) Chronicle-Tribune reported the girl was found hanged.
The district says that after consulting with the Indiana Department of Education, it decided to keep students in school on a modified schedule instead of sending some home early to empty houses.
Some parents picked up their children at school before dismissal.
Counseling also was provided at the school.