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Moseley sharp again
Dustin Moseley continued his impressive march toward a spot in the Angels' rotation with his most effective effort yet of the spring.
Stretching it out to five innings, Moseley held the White Sox scoreless on four hits and a walk, striking out four men. Three of the four were caught looking, indicating Moseley had his two-seam fastball getting excellent late movement. He was effective down in the zone, creating seven outs on the ground.
Moseley's biggest predicament came in the third following back-to-back singles with two outs, but dangerous Jim Thome grounded out to Howie Kendrick on a fine play at second base.
Moseley has yielded four earned runs across 14 Cactus League innings, but two of those were gifts on a windblown pop fly in the sun that Erick Aybar couldn't find.
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I'm jealous, Lyle, it must be pure heaven hanging out in Tempe these days. . .Moseley hitting his spots is a thing of beauty to behold, indeed! I hope he grabs the 4th starter spot, and Loux takes #5. And, for the h*ll of it, here's a BeesGal lineup*:
Figgins (LF)
Willits, R (CF)
Abreu, B (RF)
Guerrero V (DH)
Morales, K (1B)
Brown, M (3B)
Wood, B (SS)
Rodriguez, S (2B)
Mathis, J (C)
Loux, S (P)
*No doubt this selection will irritate a few roto-league managers out there. If it helps smooth a few ruffled feathers, bear in mind your truly doesn't play fantasy leagues, so there's nothing at stake in my $0.02. And besides, it's still early. I mean, we haven't even reached the Final Four! . . . .Yours in peace and hope, . . .BeesGal


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"We are nowhere near the resolution of a financial crisis that has been years in the making and that has only begun to have its impact on a newly globalized economy."Rather then piece meal the author's ideas with my own, here is the column in it's entirety, posted in the spirit of I couldn't have said it better myself (or, in the spirit of laziness on a Sunday afternoon).
A Vicious Cycle, Gone Global
By Steven Pearlstein
Friday, September 12, 2008;
Oil prices have now dipped back near $100, other commodity prices are in a free fall, interest rates are down, and the dollar is up smartly against just about every currency.
From one angle, that all looks to be good news. Since food, energy and commodities were behind the recent surge in prices, inflation suddenly looks like less of a threat, particularly since a strong dollar also lowers the prices of other imports. Lower energy prices take some of the pressure off such hard-hit industries as autos and airlines, and off households that have been forced to cut back on other expenditures. More growth, less inflation -- nothing to complain about there.
But what if it weren't that simple?
What if what's really happening is that sky-high energy and commodity prices weren't a reflection of a fundamental shift in supply and demand, but merely another speculative investment bubble?
And what if that bubble burst because the investment herd finally realized that double-digit annual economic growth in developing countries was not a sure thing -- that it was actually unsustainable, the result of underpriced currencies and an investment boom that had created bubbles in asset prices and economic output?
That, of course, would be a very different story. It would explain why prices for just about every financial asset you can think of are now falling all around the world, sending desperate investors fleeing to the apparent safety of U.S. Treasury bonds and the U.S. dollar. It would explain why the slowdown in the United States had spread to other once-bubbly economies such as Spain, Ireland and Britain, to commodity-dependent economies such as Russia, Canada and much of the Middle East, and to export-dependent economies such as Germany, China, India, Vietnam and South Korea. And it would explain why the financial turmoil that began on Wall Street had finally gone global.
To put the question slightly differently: Are we witnessing an overdue unwinding of economic imbalances and market excesses, or are the markets and the global economy now caught in a vicious cycle of panic selling and de-leveraging that has begun to spin out of control and threatens to take the global economy down with it?
I'd love to be the optimist on this one, but with each passing day it feels more like global contagion. Here at home, the government has taken extraordinary steps to rescue failing institutions, while governments abroad have begun to move aggressively to prop up their falling currencies. Money is rushing out of developing markets at a rate not seen in a decade, driving down major stock indexes 30, 40, even 50 percent on the year. For the first time in years, auto sales were down last month in China, while Infosys Technologies, India's outsourcing giant, warned investors of disappointing sales growth. And what does it tell you that, among major economies, the lone bright spot is Brazil?
It's also hard to be an optimist when the United States continues to report near-record monthly trade deficits and when its government is on a path toward a $500 billion budget deficit next year. Lower oil prices should quickly help to bring down both deficits, but a rising dollar and slower export growth are pushing things in the opposite direction.
On financial markets, meanwhile, you have near-record spreads between interest rates on risky bonds and loans and those on U.S. Treasuries. You also have wild hour-to-hour and day-to-day swings in the price of financial assets in response to the latest rumors about hedge fund losses or any shred of news about WaMu or AIG. Want to finance a shopping center or corporate takeover, float a junk bond or new stock issue, or securitize some vanilla-variety college loans? Forget it.
As one market-savvy economist told me yesterday, "We've been at this for more than a year already and it's not getting any better. People still don't understand what is happening."
The next chapter in this saga is expected to be written over the weekend with the government-orchestrated takeover of Lehman Brothers, the latest financial institution to get trampled by the retreating herd. But it's unlikely Lehman will be the last to get hit. We are nowhere near the resolution of a financial crisis that has been years in the making and that has only begun to have its impact on a newly globalized economy.
Steven Pearlstein can be reached email@example.com.

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Everyone Should Hire 'Social Media Experts'Blog Post: May 24, 2011
There are experts, and there are experts -- your great chart helped put the icing on that one.
I could not resist blogging about this, and credit you for the debate that inspired me to think more critically about this whole thing. Hope you take a peek at my blog post: Barry Diller: The Original Social Media "Expert"! (Rand Fishkin v. Peter Shankman) http://bit.ly/kJGgc3
BTW this truly needs to be settled over a beer.


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Bring pleasure to the kitchen with Blum
Modern kitchen design can create a room which is not only a place to cook, but also a space to enjoy. New products offer flexibility in the style and practical use of your kitchen never seen before. Designers are continually looking at how we move within our kitchens and how to enhance the room design to respond better to our needs. ..


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by Pete Mazzaccaro
Police are looking for a man who robbed National Penn Bank, 9 W. Evergreen Ave., just before noon on Monday.
The description from the police department reads as follows:
"An unknown male entered the National Penn Bank located at 9 West Evergreen Avenue and presented the teller with a threatening demand note. The suspect fled the bank on foot in an unknown direction after taking an undisclosed amount of money. This suspect also robbed the Conestoga Bank located at 12 West Glenside Avenue in Glenside, PA on January 6, 2012."
Anyone with information is asked to contact the FBI/PPD Violent Crime Task Force at 215-418-4000.


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Lemon curd
From Fine Cooking
6 T butter, room temp
1 c sugar
2 eggs
2 egg yolks
2/3 c lemon juice (I used 3/4)
zest from 2 lemons
Cream the butter and sugar, then beat in the eggs and yolks. Mix in the lemon juice. It will look curdled, don't worry. Pour the lumpy mixture into a heavy saucepan, and cook slowly, stirring, until thickened. Stir in the zest, pour into a bowl, and press plastic wrap over the top to keep a skin from forming. Cool before serving, store in the fridge.


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As Maine lawmakers take a break, debate over transportation bonds remains heated
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) � Maine lawmakers have finished their work for the session, but a bitter partisan battle over bonds for the state's roads and bridges remains heated.
The Democratic-led Legislature adjourned early Wednesday morning after a long day of attempting to override a flurry of bills vetoed by Republican Gov. Paul LePage.
In the session's final hours, LePage and the GOP minority called on Democrats to take up a $100 million borrowing package for things like highway construction.
Democratic leaders rejected the effort and pledged to return this fall to take up a larger bond package that will also include funding for research and development and education, among others.
But Republicans say that by failing to pass the transportation bond before adjourning, Democrats have now put important construction projects at risk.


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We here at Sew L.A. (and Sew L.A. Fabric) have the pleasure of partnering up with the wonderfully crafty blog Craftside to bring you 2 chances to win the new book Sew Retro: 25 Vintage-Inspired Projects for the Modern Girl & A Stylish History of the Sewing Revolution and some beautiful fabric.
Leave a comment about "fabric" or "sewing" or "retro" below to enter to win a copy of the new book Sew Retro and the 4 fabrics (1/2 yard each) pictured above.
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...and then pop on over to Craftside to read Stefanie Girard's post of one the projects from the book. Be sure to leave a comment there to be entered to win a copy of Sew Retro and the 4 lovely fabrics (1/2 yard each) pictured below:
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Want a Free SEOmoz PRO Account? Prove It!Blog Post: February 19, 2009
Just wanted to say this is my first ever post on SEOMOZ as i read the blogs religiously but never feel quite clever enough to respond!
But put away those tissues i'm not that shy just fairly new to SEO.
The reason the prize is destined for me is because:
Last year I packed in my job recruiting for the banking industry (good move!) to pursue my interest in online media. I always thought i would be more interested in viral marketing but actually SEO has changed my life and career. I now scrape together any spare time I have to learn all i can about SEO practices and SEOMOZ has really helped. So thank you. But because this is not my main role, they have given me a few projects but i am mainly writing content and viral marketing, i do not have a complete SEO tool package.
Secondly - if i learn how to use the Pro tool package and can show what I can do with my projects I will realise my dream.
Thirdly - (sorry to pull out the gender card) we women should stick together. When i went for interviews recently i had ten interviews for roles and only 1 female interviewer! Lets promote the girlies!
So there it is - Phew not so hard after all (please don't give me a load of thumbs down)
P.s. - i think this is the best use of self promotion ever - Lisa this is genius. I will follow your blogs more closely from now on.
P.P.S - Loving the ticket tape necklace - very Gok Won!


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1er Mai
The French Socialist Party have created a Google Map to show the locations of the traditional May Day demonstrations in France.
The information windows provide a link to the events created on La Coopol, the social network launched by the Socialist Party or users can add an event if it isn't yet listed on the map.
AlloGarage.fr is a website guide that helps motorists to discover garages from the testimonies of other motorists.
When your car needs a service it's always nice to have advice from other motorists. Users of the map can search for mechanics on the map by location and by garages that specialise in particular car makes.


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I am a thirtysomething mother of two, a boy and girl, both too young to read HP. I am obsessed with Harry Potter, especially anything to do with Severus Snape. However, my favorite author is Anne McCaffrey, and my favorite fictional character is Afra from McCaffrey's Tower and Hive series. Severus is a close second, though.
My favorite movie is The Abyss, but only the extended version. The original theatrical release made no sense.
I love reading HP fanfiction. I would like to write more myself, but alas, I have neither the time nor the patience. Maybe someday.


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here is the stock pic & then .....lets get to this.....
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look at right side, left side, muzzle brake & that weird front pin/hook.
now the exploder view
now lets compare that to the YUGO PAP.
on to the talk part.................
holy crap this is light!
you can see in the pix that this thing is the exact size of the YUGO PAP so for you pistol fans that gives you what you want to know. what it doesnt tell you is that it is LESS THAN HALF THE WEIGHT of the YUGO!!
thats no joke & no industry BS. its so light its ridiculous. my Para P14 is heavier than this.
why? ok lets get into it.
its ALL polymer. Lower.... UPPER.... FCG... theres just not another ounce to shave off of this.
breaking it down:
THE LOWER: is the Poly Frontier Arms lower with the glove relief in it. it has NO THREADS in the rear tower section. So its purpose built for this. could you use a regular lower? probably, but i cant swear to it. since they dont sell it as just an upper its kinda a non issue. it has the all poly FCG which actually has held up well in everything we've shot with them and the discon actually works vs lots of the steel ones you get nowdays that are not consistent. i dont care for the poly mag release or take down pins, but until they fail im not going to mess with it.
THE UPPER: its all poly with a reinforcing tube out to the front. thats NOT the gas tube. its only purpose is for strength & stiffness. it has a shortened bolt and reworked gas tube connection point that lets the spring ride inside the top where the charging handle used to be. this is pin mounted at the rear in that bolted on cap to the lower. which brings us to that funny front hook. a non traditional front hook instead of a loop ... why? beats me, but it works. Ghost ring site, which just happened to be busted on mine from the factory or in transit... (they are sending me another one already)
THE SHOOTING: well its 5* here so i ran 10 rounds thru it real quickly from a magpul window mag. 55grn stuff... standard 5.56 load. that muzzle brake is the most amazing one ive ever shot on a pistol. this thing has basically ZERO recoil. what it lacks in recoil it makes up in concussion wave. VERY VERY loud. this thing is right there with my 1" Super Shorty's in Ak74 & 47 on the boom factor... but with no recoil. this will be a blast (literally) on a mag dump.
THE AIMING: its point and shoot folks. simple as that. from 75' i put all 10 rounds in my 5 gallon bucket. first 6 were 2 handed... last 4 were 1 handed.
OVERALL: im totally against 5.56 in anything & all my AR's are in 5.45, x39, x25.... but this was a hell of a lot of fun. low priced, easy to go over/tear down..
now that ive got it the next thing will be seeing about changing it over to 5.45. :-)


text: Top 5 Movies Starring Chinese Food Watch any of the following films with a carton of Chinese take-out instead of popcorn. Eat Drink Man Woman (1994) - This film, set in Taiwan, is an obvious favorite. It opens with the father, Chef Chu, plucking a live chicken from his backyard coop and minutes later turning it into a steaming, mouth-watering casserole dish. The behind-the-scenes look as his restaurant prepares for a massive banquet is also impressive, as the camera scans down aisle after aisle of uniformed cooks and flaming woks. Beware: Ang Lee shoots the Chu family meals with a food pornographer's eyes. Don't watch on an empty stomach. A Christmas Story (1983) - Imagine watching this movie in elementary school as an immigrant kid from China. On Christmas day, the family finds that their oven has caught on fire and the neighbor's dog has run off with the turkey. They head to the local Chinese restaurant, where the waiters sing Christmas carols in heavily-accented English. A beautiful roast duck arrives, but it has the head intact, and Ralphie's brother bursts into tears. Huh? you wonder. Ducks are always served with heads. After many years of living in the US, it's easier to find the humor in the situation. My Life as McDull (2001) - This Hong Kong-made animation is too intelligent to be just for kids. McDull, the little Cantonese pig with a Scottish surname, trains for Hong Kong's annual Bun Climbing competition, in which contestants climb up a mountain of steamed Chinese buns. (Yes, this is a real event, seemingly too bizarre to be made-up.) There is another McDull film (whose name I can't remember) that opens with terrorists taking an office building hostage. But at the same time they phone in their lunch orders for Cantonese roast pork and beef brisket noodles. No matter how busy you are, there's always time for ngau lam fun. Rice Rhapsody (2004) - Martin Yan stars as Singaporean restaurant owner who creates a "Hainan Duck Rice" dish to upstage the acclaimed Hainan Chicken of his neighbor and object of affection Jen Fan. The two decide to compete in a national televised competition to see who can claim the best Hainan poultry in town. Was this film an ode to Singapore's national dish or to Martin Yan's knife skills? Both are quite impressive. The Joy Luck Club (1993) - Food is a backdrop for many arguments, make-up scenes, and mahjong games, just like real life. Anyone about to meet your Chinese girlfriend's family for the first time should take cues from this movie of what not to do. Don't gulp down your alcohol when making a toast. Don't boast about your chopstick skills when you don't have any. And do not, under any circumstances, try to improve her mother's food by dousing it with soy sauce. What are your favorite food films?


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Hi All,
I have the following input with the Pipe Field Separator(i.e Each filed is separated by Pipe).
My requirement is
i need to take the string required and do some validations
how do i get the filed with the name required from the following string.
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java|22|new2|kkkk|eee|rrrr||dddd|dddd|ooooo|2073|g gggg||rrrrrrrr||5555555|7747474|48888|required|||| 444444|.
The record separator is NewLine and the length of each record is different.
Is there any method() to find the position of the field separator pipe?


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Recent photos posted on this blog have been showing the dismantling of the balcony and ceiling in Alumni Hall — both essential parts of the building during its time as Knox's theatre.
The same central part between the two literary society buildings that once served as a library was also the College's theatre from 1928, when the library collection was moved to Seymour Library, until 1965, when the Ford Center for Fine Arts opened.
The photo above is of a play put on in 1930 called Tommy.
Once the books were removed, the seats were restored to the theatre. The floor had a capacity of 625 people, and the balcony held 225 people. The quiet library changed to a resonant theatre with the help of some new paint and acoustic tiles. A 1929 issue of The Knox Student reported on the space's new "harmonious yellow tint" and "side lights of attractive decorative nature."
Future renovations, mostly safety-based, took place later. The theatre was prone to fires, and there was a rewiring in 1948 and a major overhaul in 1963. A memo from 1962 reports a careless student lit some drapes on fire. And the memo writer was not pleased: "May I point out this is our second experience with a fire that could've been dangerous. The third time, we may not be so lucky."
The 1963 renovation added a state-of-the-art light board, four dressing rooms, a sewing room, extra closet areas for costumes, a light room, and a makeup room, as well as fire-safety measures.
When the Center for Fine Arts was constructed, Harbach Theatre became the main stage for the College's productions, although the stage and seating in Alumni Hall continued to be used as a general-purpose meeting area and alternate theatre.
The stars of the Alumni Hall stage were immortalized by the graffiti that each cast member left after a show along the inside walls of the theatre and on the ceiling above the catwalk. Graffiti left over the years can be seen in this video.


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Dr. Smolin is a faculty member at Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics and author of several books including most recently
Sarah Croke - is a postdoctoral researcher at Perimeter Institute. From Ireland and the UK originally, she received a BSc in Physics and Applied Mathematics from University College Cork, Ireland in 2003. After a brief stint as a radio astronomer, completing an MSc in Astrophysics, she studied Quantum Information and Quantum Optics under the supervision of Prof Stephen Barnett at the University of Strathclyde, UK, receiving a PhD in 2007. She has been a postdoc at PI since November 2007. She works in quantum information theory, and is interested in both theoretical and experimental aspects.
This is an introductory talk on quantum cryptography, focusing on quantum key distribution (QKD) with a cool little demo involving polarized light. QKD gives us the amazing ability to send messages with absolute security
Throughout history science has aimed at unification, whereby more phenomena are explained by more fundamental theories with simpler principles. We will discuss how string theory aims at being the ultimate unified theory of all elementary forces in nature.
Assuming that you are really (really) strong, what are the biggest objects in the Universe that hold together enough that you could throw them? What are they made of and why are they so big? In this talk, I will show how studies of the large scale structure of the Universe enable us to reconstruct the initial conditions at the Big-Bang and test the fundamental laws of physics.


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text: One initiative we are looking to get more serious about in 2010 is physical health. Especially with Gangplank Jr. It is time to have a healthier America. In the spirit of First Lady Michelle Obama's "Let's Move", we are encouraging people to participate in the 2nd Annual SanTan Sun Family Fun Run on April 11th at Tumbleweed Park in Chandler, AZ. It helps support a great community youth organization ICAN while promoting healthy choices. Please join us as we walk for our future.


text: Back to search results Warehouse Associate Location Forest, Virginia Job type Contract/Temporary Category Industrial & Manufacturing - Manufacturing / Plant Warehouse Associate Adecco is assisting Yankee Candle/WoodWick in recruiting for Warehouse Associate jobs in Forest VA. These jobs are typically temp to hire opportunities with pay starting at $10 per hour! As a Warehouse Associate, you will hand pick orders, build and stretch wrap pallets, pack and label merchandise for shipment, and transport products within a warehouse environment. If you meet the qualifications listed below – Apply Now! Responsibilities for Warehouse Associate jobs include but are not limited to: Receiving products using RF guns and unloading shipments from trucks. Picking orders and placing items on conveyors Working in a team environment to efficiently package required orders Handling finished materials and moving packages to storage areas within the warehouse Operating carts, dollies, and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise. You should meet the following qualifications to be considered for a Warehouse Associate job: Entry level – no previous warehouse or other experience is required Must be able to stand for entire shift and walk throughout the warehouse Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions What's in this for you? Pay rates starting at $10 per hour, plus overtime as needed! Weekly Pay – you receive a paycheck every week A warehouse environment with casual dress standards Comprehensive benefits after 1 week – medical, dental, vision, options available Generous Bonus Incentives offered for referrals! For more information, ask a recruiter today! We have openings on 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shifts. Click on "Apply Now" to be considered for this Warehouse Associate job at Yankee Candle/WoodWick in Forest VA! After submitting your application, you can choose to answer a few quick questions to be prequalified for the job, and you will have the opportunity to schedule an immediate interview! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records More Information Share


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Top 100 Wines 2005 / Perfect Pairs / Five recipes to match the complexities of our 10 favorite wines
|Intro - Whites - Reds - Pairing off the Top 10 Wines
Perfect Pairs
Crab Cakes & Aioli Duo
Fish & Lentils
Nut-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Red Wine-Mustard Sauce
Mu Shu Roast Duck & Vegetable Tacos
Farro With Olive & Tomato Sauce
Crab Cakes & Aioli Duo
Crab cakes, a favorite hors d'oeuvre, can be formed, wrapped tightly in plastic and refrigerated for up to two days before they are breaded and cooked. Two aiolis -- basil and red pepper -- provide colorful garnish and flavor options.
The sparkling wine and Sauvignon Blanc both have apple and mineral flavors, plus crisp acidity. The Sauvignon Blanc, which has a grassy note, is better with the basil aioli. Racy citrus notes and a fennel and hazelnut finish bring the sparkling wine in line with the red pepper aioli. Use roasted piquillo peppers (available in jars from specialty stores) to give the aioli a touch of heat, though roasted red bell peppers may be substituted. If just one aioli is made, double the recipe.
Preheat oven to 425°. Pick through the crab to remove any bits of shell. Gently mix the crab with the green onions, bell pepper, parsley, 2 tablespoons panko, Old Bay seasoning, mayonnaise, lemon juice and egg. Using about 1 tablespoon of the mixture for each, form small, bite-size crab cakes. (May be wrapped in plastic and refrigerated for up to two days before cooking.) Just before cooking, dredge each cake in the remaining panko.
Spritz nonstick spray on both sides of the crab cakes. Place the cakes on a baking sheet and bake until browned and cooked through, about 15 minutes, turning once. Alternately, fry in a skillet with a little oil.
To serve: Top each crab cake with a drop or two of lemon or lime juice if desired, then garnish with aioli and chives.
Yields 18 hors d'oeuvre-size crab cakes
PER CRAB CAKE (without aioli): 30 calories, 3 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate, 1 g fat (0 saturated), 22 mg cholesterol, 58 mg sodium, 0 fiber..
Basil Aioli
When the mixture is pureed, stir in the mayonnaise and lime juice. Season with salt.
Yields about 2 tablespoons
PER HALF TEASPOON: 10 calories, 0 protein, 0 carbohydrate, 1 g fat (0 saturated), 1 mg cholesterol, 9 mg sodium, 0 fiber..
Red Pepper Aioli
Mash the pepper and garlic to a puree in a mortar and pestle. Stir in the mayonnaise and lime juice. Season with salt.
Yields about 2 tablespoons
PER HALF TEASPOON: 10 calories, 0 protein, 0 carbohydrate, 2 g fat (0 saturated), 1 mg cholesterol, 13 mg sodium, 0 fiber..
Fish & Lentils
The rich, full texture of the Chardonnay calls for a fairly substantial dish. Tropical fruit, golden apple and mineral aromas and flavors contrast with the earthy lentils. Adjust the acidity of the lentils with lemon juice as needed to match the wine's acidity. A squeeze of lemon juice on the fish also heightens its flavor.
Heat the oil in a medium-size pan over medium heat. Add the carrot, onion and garlic and saute, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are aromatic and start to soften. Add the lentils and cook for a minute. Add the wine and cook until the liquid is reduced by half. Add the broth, thyme, marjoram, parsley, bay leaf and enough water to cover the lentils by about 1/2 inch.
Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender, about 30 minutes, adding more water if needed. Discard the thyme, marjoram, parsley and bay leaf. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice. The lentils may be made ahead and reheated.
When ready to serve, season the fish with salt, pepper and the optional paprika. Dust with flour, if desired, and saute in a little olive oil over medium-high heat until done to your liking, turning once.
To serve: Place a spoonful of the lentils on each serving plate or in a shallow bowl, top with a piece of fish and garnish with parsley.
Serves 3 or 4
PER SERVING (4): 300 calories, 39 g protein, 20 g carbohydrate, 5 g fat (1 g saturated), 82 mg cholesterol, 389 mg sodium, 4 g fiber..
Nut-Crusted Pork Tenderloin With Red Wine-Mustard Sauce
Both the Zinfandel and Syrah have juicy blackberry fruit, but the Zinfandel has a lighter body and a tarter finish than the Syrah. The pork's flavor is ramped up with brown mustard and toasty nuts, which also give textural contrast. Additional richness and intensity is provided by the sauce, which has a touch of mustard, tying it back to the pork.
If you opt for the Syrah, you can increase the intensity of the sauce by using beef broth and veal demi-glace rather than chicken broth and glace.
Preheat oven to 425º. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Trim away the silver skin on the tenderloin. Tuck the thin end of the tenderloin under and tie at least once with string to even out the thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Quickly sear the tenderloin in a hot skillet lightly coated with olive oil. Remove pork from skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
Mix together the mustard and garlic and spread on the tenderloin. Let the meat marinate at room temperature for 15-30 minutes. Coat with nuts, gently pressing them on.
Place the meat on baking sheet (or optionally on a rack) and roast for 5 minutes. Decrease the oven temperature to 400º, and roast for 20 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin registers 142º. The meat will be slightly pink. Transfer to a warmed platter, loosely cover with foil and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
While the meat is resting, make the sauce.
When the pork is ready, remove the string and slice the tenderloin. Transfer to warmed plates, spoon some of the sauce over the slices and serve.
Serves 2 or 3
PER SERVING (3 -- without sauce): 330 calories, 34 g protein, 5 g carbohydrate, 19 g fat (3 g saturated), 90 mg cholesterol, 143 mg sodium, 2 g fiber..
Red Wine-Mustard Sauce
Heat the oil in a small saucepan. Add the shallots and saute until soft and translucent. Add the wine and simmer until reduced by about half, approximately 7-10 minutes. Add the broth and continue to simmer until the wine-broth mixture has reduced by a little more than half. Whisk in the mustard and optional glace. Add the cream and simmer for 1 minute. Remove from heat and swirl in the butter bit by bit.
Note: Some markets carry ready-to-use, shelf-stable glace and demi-glace concentrates. One major brand is More Than Gourmet (800-860-9385). If using regular-strength demi-glace, use 8-9 teaspoons, then reduce the sauce for a longer time to get the desired consistency and volume.
Yields about 1/2 cup
PER TABLESPOON: 80 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate, 6 g fat (3 g saturated), 14 mg cholesterol, 22 mg sodium, 0 fiber..
Mu Shu Roast Duck & Vegetable Tacos
This fun first course is easy on the cook because the sauce can be made ahead, and everyone can assemble his or her own tacos. Pinot Noir and duck make a great pairing. The rich dark-fruit aromas and flavors of the wines stand up to the sweetness of the hoisin-based sauce. The wine's bright acidity balances the richness of the duck meat and cracklings. A crunchy texture comes from water chestnuts and duck cracklings, which increase the flavor intensity of the dish.
The Sauce:
To prepare the sauce, heat the oil in a small saucepan. Add the garlic and ginger and saute over medium heat until aromatic. Add the brandy and cook briefly. Add the thyme, broth and hoisin and simmer until reduced by about one-third. Taste from time to time and remove the garlic, ginger and thyme before they become overpowering. The sauce should be slightly thickened. Set aside. May be made a day or two ahead (store in a covered jar in the refrigerator).
To prepare the tacos, separate the duck skin from the meat; shred or julienne the meat. Remove any excess fat from the skin, then julienne the skin. Just before serving, crisp the bits of skin in a small dry skillet over medium heat.
Place a skillet over medium to medium-low heat. When hot, add the cabbage and stir-fry a few seconds. Add the shiitake, then the carrot, then the bean sprouts, stir-frying each new addition a few seconds. Season with salt. Add the water, cover and steam until the vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove from heat and toss with about 6 tablespoons of the sauce.
Soften and warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium-low to medium heat.
To serve, each guest spoons a heaping tablespoon of the vegetable mixture onto a tortilla, then adds a garnish of water chestnuts, green onion, duck, cracklings and, if desired, a dab of the remaining sauce.
Yields 12 small tacos
PER TACO: 185 calories, 5 g protein, 27 g carbohydrate, 6 g fat (2 g saturated), 7 mg cholesterol, 352 mg sodium, 2 g fiber..
Farro With Olive & Tomato Sauce
It's simple to prepare a well-seasoned piece of meat like roast prime rib or grilled steak to pair with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon or a Bordeaux-style red blend, but here, I take the food-wine match a little further with a red Bordeaux-friendly side dish. Rustic, nutty-tasting spelt takes a little more time to cook, but may be prepared ahead. (See Note)
The olives and capers provide intense flavors and help season the dish; the red wine and tomato sauce add acidity for balance. Vegetarians can add some beans for protein. Or, accompany the farro with a choice of medium-rare beef or lamb and a vegetable.
Bring 2 1/2 quarts of salted water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the farro. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the farro is cooked (about 30 minutes for semipearled; at least 1 hour for whole grain). The texture should still be somewhat chewy. As the farro cooks, add more water as needed. Drain and set aside.
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and saute until aromatic. Add the wine and reduce until the skillet is almost dry. Add the broth and tomato sauce and simmer a few minutes until the mixture is thick rather than soupy, then add the thyme and marjoram. Stir in the olives and capers then simmer a minute or two more before adding the farro. Season with pepper, and cook until heated through.
Note: Also known as spelt, farro (Italian) is a nutty, chewy grain that tastes similar to barley.
Yields about 4 cups; serves 4 to 6
PER ONE-HALF CUP: 140 calories, 4 g protein, 25 g carbohydrate, 4 g fat (0 saturated), 0 cholesterol, 308 mg sodium, 0 fiber..
Food and wine pairing is more mainstream than ever. Many restaurants, wineries, caterers and home cooks make extra efforts to match wine with food. And when the wines are truly special, as are our 10 favorites from The Chronicle's Top 100 Wines of 2005 list, they deserve some TLC all their own.
The five recipes I developed for our top 10 wines encompass a variety of cooking techniques and ingredients, from a simple crab cake hors d'oeuvre, to an intensely flavored vegetarian grain dish, to a Mu-Shu Taco in which Chinese roast duck is the star.
Creating a single recipe to match two or three types of wine takes many factors into consideration:
Complexity levels: A more complex wine is best with a simple dish, so the wine is not overshadowed. Conversely, a dish with multiple flavors and ingredients often shows best with an uncomplicated, straightforward wine.
Pairing several wines with the same dish often makes it more difficult to find a match. However, dark-fruited Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style red blends are all happy with a simply cooked steak or a dish made with a few ingredients that are complementary to all three wines. It's more challenging when the wines vary widely in amount of tannin, sweetness and/or acidity.
Intensity levels: Even when the aromas, flavors and tannin levels of two or three wines are similar, the weight and intensity of aromas and flavors may not be alike, as they are with our Top 10 Zinfandel and Syrah. Although the JanKris Paso Robles Zinfandel is fairly full-bodied as far as Zins go, the Lewis Napa Valley Syrah is an even bigger wine.
An easy way to guarantee success with these two wines and one dish is to use the same sauce recipe for both wines (see Red Wine-Mustard Sauce), then ramp up the flavor intensity for the Syrah by using heartier beef broth instead of chicken broth, and a heartier wine in the sauce, such as a Syrah instead of a lighter Pinot Noir.
Modify or change ingredients: I often use broths and stocks not only to add flavor but also to tone down the acidity in a vinaigrette, the intense flavors of a condiment, and the thickness of a fruit puree.
You can also switch ingredients. For example, use a wine with bright acidity -- like a Sauvignon Blanc -- in a vinaigrette instead of a vinegar that is much more tart. This substitution also works when making sweet-sour marinades and sauces.
Straight hoisin sauce is often used as a condiment for roast duck, but it's too sweet to go well with most wine. The hoisin-based sauce for Mu Shu Roast Duck & Vegetable Taco is lightened with chicken broth, making the dish wine-friendly.
So choose a wine, try these five recipes and add your own flair.


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HEBRON – In the closing minutes of his final meeting as village president, Frank Beatty turned the attention to a man sitting in the chair nearest the door of the Village Board chambers.
John Jacobson, who eight days earlier had defeated Beatty, sat cross-legged in jeans and a light blue button-up.
"I want to congratulate Mr. Jacobson for winning the election," Beatty said, prompting several members of the crowd to twist in their seats. "He did an outstanding job of campaigning, and I really appreciate that he stepped up and came forward and ran for office."
Jacobson nodded in appreciation.
It was a rare public moment of communication between a couple of candidates in a town that has largely kept quiet after the surprising result of the April 9 election.
Despite pending felony charges for possession of crack cocaine, Jacobson, 65, took 61 percent of the vote against incumbent Beatty, who'd held the position for 16 years.
It's nothing new that in a small town, residents might choose to hold their opinions in public rather than speak out and face scrutiny in a close-knit community. In the days after the election, residents willing to openly support either candidate were scarce.
Still, seeping into consciousness from the Northwest Herald online comment section to the corner store, the circumstances that led to Jacobson's unlikely win have become more clear.
Some, like 11-year Hebron residents Dave and Lucy Smentek, think the reasons are simple.
"I think they wanted a new change, that's all," Dave Smentek offered before he left Wednesday's Village Board meeting. "Frank did a great job and everything, but everybody wanted a new change it looked like."
Added Lucy: "Unfortunately, they should have seen a little bit of the history, what was publicized in the papers. They didn't look at it."
About 3 grams of crack cocaine were found in Jacobson's car during a Jan. 15 traffic stop, police said. He was charged with delivery of a controlled substance, a Class 1 felony, and possession of a controlled substance, a Class 4 felony.
Before the election, Jacobson didn't return a Northwest Herald questionnaire and declined an invitation to be videotaped for NWHerald.com to state his case.
He told the newspaper in the days after the election that instead, he spent his time talking and listening to residents about their concerns. He also said he wrote a letter to voters.
"If you can take the good ideas out of everyone, whether you agree with them or not, and say hey, let's put them together, we're going to have a better town," Jacobson said the night he was elected.
Beatty filled out his questionnaire at the Northwest Herald's offices, but after a few attempts, decided against recording a video plea to voters.
Residents have voiced displeasure about circumstances within Hebron the past few years, both within and beyond Beatty's control.
Some were upset and claimed nepotism when the village hired Beatty's son as a police officer. Zach Beatty since has moved on and is currently the McCullom Lake police chief.
In 2005, the village made the decision to build a new $4.5 million wastewater treatment plant rather than spend $2 million to update the old facility. The new facility was supposed to allow the city to grow from 1,100 people to 5,000 people, according to Northwest Herald archives.
But the housing market bust left residents to deal with skyrocketing water rates.
"Everybody got hit with a fantastic water rate over the last six months," Beatty said at the meeting Wednesday. "We can't control that. Put the blame on me if you want.
"The fact of the matter is, if we don't get growth coming in ... our water rates are going to go up again."
Hebron resident Jim Lange said those increased rates might have played a role in swaying the public leading up to the election.
"It may have been a contributing factor," Lange said as he left Wednesday's meeting. "But it's going to happen in today's day and age. It happens."
Neither Beatty nor Jacobson answered questions for this story. Beatty declined to comment after the meeting, and Jacobson didn't return several messages.
Jacobson, who was fired from his job at McHenry County College after his arrest, is due in court May 22. If convicted of a felony, he will be removed from office, according to the Illinois Municipal Code.


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I'm afraid I've been very slack at updating my blog. The truth is I have experimented with several gluten-free waffle recipes, one of which was wonderful – but because I didn't make notes, I can't remember which one it was now :(!
The last recipe I tried was from the book Gluten-Free Baking with The Culinary Institute of America. This recipe uses 'Flour Blend #5' which of all the flour blends in the book, is the one with the highest protein content. As you can read in my earlier notes, I modified the flour mix slightly too. If my inference is correct, this could be the reason for these waffles having a rather bread-like texture. I personally prefer my waffles more crisp, so perhaps I should experiment with using different flour blends with this same recipe.
This recipe also uses additional whisked egg whites to add more lift to the batter (just as my grandmother's waffle recipe does). Actually I haven't noticed a huge difference between waffle recipes that used the extra egg whites and those that don't (although others swear that whipped egg whites are critical). Since I'm lazy and would also prefer not to use up four eggs on one batch of waffles, I'd probably choose another recipe as my basic waffle staple.
One thing I do like about this recipe is that it's not as oily as the first waffle recipe I tried. Overall, it's quite a good recipe.
1 1/3 cups (7.7 oz) Flour Blend #5: rice, tapioca, soy flours – see here.
1/2 Tbs baking powder
1/2 tsp salt [omitted]
1/2 cup (4 oz) sugar [omitted]
2 eggs
1/4 cup (2 oz.) butter, melted
3/4 cup (6 oz.) milk
2 egg whites
1. Mix together dry ingredients.
2. Mix together wet ingredients separately.
3. Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix thoroughly.
4. Whip egg whites to medium peaks.
5. Temper egg whites by adding one-third of batter to egg whites and mixing gently.
6. Fold tempered whites into remaining batter.
7. Bake in oiled waffle iron.
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Adobe has just released an update for 20 vulnerabilities in Shockwave Player, most of which could allow an attacker to execute malicious code. The bulletin APSB10-20 – Security update available for Shockwave Player – refers. According to Jeremy Kirk's Macworld report and the Adobe advisory, the vulnerabilities affect both Windows and OS X versions up to


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Justin Newcombe mans up and builds a dolly trolley to make life easier when moving heavy objects.
Moving heavy objects like pots about is an infrequent occurrence but when it does have to happen it tends to be a right royal pain in the butt. Moving my french tarragon pot from one side of the patio to the other, for instance, caused damage both to the pot and to my patio. But as I say, it's so infrequent I haven't thought it necessary to do anything about it - until now.
I must be getting older - not because I'm physically less able to move the pot but because a wiser head seems to be prevailing these days. That's right, I've decided to walk on my hind legs, light a fire, cook my kill, plant crops, write stuff down and buy an iPad. I'm so evolved that I've finally discovered the wheel.
Now that I've established my credentials as a modern man, let me wow you with the results of all this evolution: the dolly trolley.
This is an oldie but a goody and, for some reason, I don't seem to be able to buy one.
I've had a little play around here with the traditional square with castors attached to the bottom and have come up with a major breakthrough - the rectangle with castors attached to the bottom.
This may not seem like a major leap forward but neither did the loincloth - and you need only go to the local mall to see the shopping orgy this created.
The reason I've gone with a rectangle is to make it easier to get the heavy object on to the trolley. The wheels are still set out in the traditional square format but the ledge created by having a rectangular base means you're able to lever the pot on to the trolley, rather than struggling to lift it on. Using castors with brakes also helps, as it can be a struggle to get a heavy object on a trolley when it's moving all over the place.
Step 1
Cut a rectangle from 20mm ply. I've used leftover 12mm ply, one board being 400x400mm and the other being 400x600mm, ideally both sections would be 400x600mm.
Step 2
If you are using 12mm ply, glue the two pieces together and screw to hold in place.
Step 3
On the back, mark out the position of each castor and the bolts. If you are using castors with brakes, make sure the brake is accessible to your foot without the ledge getting in the way.
Step 4
At each bolt position, drill a 2mm pilot hole right through the plywood.
Step 5
Turn the plywood over and drill shallow holes to countersink the bolt head into the ply, approximately 5mm deep. If you use bolts with a dome head this step may not be necessary.
Step 6
Drill the remaining bolt hole through the 2mm pilot hole. This hole will be at the diameter of the bolt you are using.
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Thread the bolts through and attach the wheels using a socket.
Step 8
Using a file or sander shape the edge of the trolley so it sits neatly on the ground when the trolley is tilted. Tidy any excess glue or rough edges.


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The Flin Flon mining camp in Manitoba, Canada, forms part of the largest Paleoproterozoic volcanogenic massive sulfide (VMS) district in the world. Seismic characterization of the camp using vsp, 2d and 3d reflection profiling has mapped various structures and aiding in tageting mineral resources.
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And the saga continues... Part 2
Those little monkey name card holders are what the witches turned BJ's flying monkeys into!
Don't fool with those 4 witches!
Napkins ~Walmart
Alabaster Napkin rings~WSonoma Outlet
Spider spreaders~Tues Morning
Treble clef flatware~BBand B in clearance then 20% off
Covered Lion head bowls, WSONOMA outlet Monkey name holder WS too.
Stems~ Pier One sale several years ago
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Winner will be announced on Oct. 23rd.
I tried Cathy ay Wives with Knives Onion, Cheese and Potato Galette. Loved it! Find it here.
I didn't follow it exactly, I added onions to the top and bottom and I used Swiss and Mozzarella.
Mine did take longer to bake than 45 min. Probably because of the type of potato I used. They were fresh from the farm, so I scrubbed them and left the peel on. I used a mandolin to slice the onions and potatoes very thin.
I made a few individual ones too.
I think you will enjoy it!
Joining Susan for Tablescape Thursday
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text: At the Presidents Cup, Davis Love III has been carting around with a pet baby squirrel, which is pretty adorable. Lindsey Vonn, Olympic skier and current girlfriend of Tiger Woods, thought it would be a good idea to perch Love III's little buddy on her boyfriend's shoulder. Was Tiger feeling it? Tiger was not feeling it.


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UH-West Oahu Long Range Development Plan wins landscaping awardUniversity of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu
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PEARL CITY, OʻAHU — The University of Hawaiʻi at West Oʻahu recently received a Merit Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects-Hawaiʻi Chapter (ASLA) for its Long-Range Development Plan. The plan was developed and submitted by local landscaping and architectural firm PBR Hawaiʻi.
The ASLA awards jury noted that the project successfully addresses community concerns, a sense of history and academic needs into the planning process. The committee also commended the plan's effort in incorporating "sustainability" and "Smart Growth" concepts. "The plan was recognized as a well-planned Kapolei improvement and for its strong interaction between public and private development," said the ASLA in a press release.
The Long-Range Development Plan outlines UHWO's vision for the development of a new state-of-the-art campus 1.5 miles east of the City of Kapolei. The campus will occupy approximately 155 acres with an additional 59 acres set aside for a mixed use site that will include a university "village," affordable housing, roads and parks. Groundbreaking for the new campus is expected to take place in 2007, with a projected completion of Phase I of the campus in 2009.
For up-to-date information on the new campus, visit http://westoahu.hawaii.edu/kapolei/.
Founded in 1899, the American society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) serves more than 14,000 members nationwide in public, private and academic practice. ASLA's purpose is the advancement of knowledge, education, and skill in the art and science of landscape architecture as an instrument of service for the public welfare. For more information, visit www.hawaiiasla.org.
For more information, visit: http://westoahu.hawaii.edu/kapolei/


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New look, new engine, improved safety.
Compact Cars
Editor: Mitch McCullough
$14,030 Base Price MSRP
$18,915 As Tested MSRP
Model Lineup: Coupe ($14,030); Coupe LS ($15,480); Coupe LS Sport ($16,730); Sedan ($14,180); Sedan LS ($15,630); Sedan LS Sport ($16,880)
Standard Engine: 2.2-liter dohc 16-valve four-cylinder
Engine Options: 2.2-liter dohc 16-valve four-cylinder
Standard Transmission: 5-speed manual
Transmission Options: 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic
Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In: Lordstown, Ohio
Model Tested MSRP: Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport Sedan ($16,880)
Standard Equipment: ABS, air conditioning, tilt steering column, power windows, dual power mirrors, power locks, keyless remote, rear defogger, intermittent wipers, four-speaker AM/FM/CD stereo, cruise control, ; Sport adds sport suspension, 16-inch aluminum wheels with performance tires, body-color door handles, chrome exhaust outlet, special exterior trim, easy-entry front passenger seat, leather-wrapped shift lever, rear spoiler
Options As Tested: side-impact airbags ($350); 6-speaker enhanced sound system ($100); XM Satellite Radio ($325); OnStar Safe & Sound package ($695)
Standard Safety Equipment: dual front airbags
Optional Safety Equipment: side-impact airbags, ABSDestination Charge: $565
Cavalier handles winding roads well, with little body lean in the corners. It rides well on rough roads, damping road vibration. The revised chassis makes the 2003 Cavalier feel tighter than last year's models, and there's good throttle response from the four-cylinder engine.
Coupes and sedans are available. The coupes look sportier, while the sedans offer the advantage of four doors and roomier rear seats. Cavalier LS models start at $15,480 and include power windows, power mirrors, remote keyless entry, and other convenience features most of us now take for granted. LS Sport models come with sport suspensions and special trim. XM Satellite Radio and OnStar are available.
Chevrolet Cavalier comes in two body styles, two-door Coupe and four-door Sedan. They are trimmed and priced about the same (Sedans are priced $150 higher) and their dimensions are essentially the same. The Ecotec 2.2-liter engine is used for all Cavalier models. A five-speed manual transmission is standard on all models. A four-speed automatic ($815) is optional.
Three trim levels are available, base, LS, LS Sport.
Cavalier Coupe ($14,030) and Sedan ($14,180) come standard with air conditioning and an AM/FM stereo. These are base models with wind-up windows, manual locks, manually operated mirrors, 14-inch wheels and rear drum brakes.
LS Coupe ($15,480) and LS Sedan ($15,630) add sport cloth bucket seats, power windows, mirrors and locks, remote keyless entry, cruise control, a premium CD stereo, four-wheel antilock disc brakes (ABS), 15-inch wheels, body-color bumpers and side moldings, and other convenience features.
LS Sport Coupe ($16,730) and LS Sport Sedan ($16,880) get a sports suspension, 16-inch chromed aluminum wheels with performance tires, a leather-wrapped shifter, and special exterior trim.
Safety features added for 2003 include a center rear three-point seatbelt and optional front side-impact airbags designed to protect torso and thorax (not the head).
OnStar is optional ($695). Should an airbag deploy, OnStar automatically notifies the system's battery of operators over its wireless network and pinpoints the car's location using the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. OnStar operators will dispatch emergency crews if the driver does not respond to their calls. OnStar can also unlock your doors remotely should you lock the keys in the car, and OnStar operators can dispatch roadside assistance or direct you to the nearest gas station or that Italian restaurant you can't seem to find. OnStar Personal Calling acts as a hand-free cellular telephone using the Verizon Wireless system.
Walk Around
Chevy Cavalier gets a fresh new look for 2003. The front and rear of the car are new, with a redesigned hood, fascia, headlamps and grille, and a new rear fascia and tail lamps. The LS Sport model also has new rocker moldings and integrated fog lamps. Chrome aluminum wheels, body-color door handles, body-color exterior mirrors are available on selected models. The front end displays Chevy's new gold bowtie emblem, featured on the newest 2003 and 2004 models in the Chevrolet lineup. Some wild colors are available, including yellow (for coupes), red, white, and blue.
Cavalier is an attractive car with flowing lines, rounded fenders and a low-to-the-road attitude. Relatively slender A-pillars and C-pillars enhance driver visibility and contribute to the light, airy feel of the upper body. Dual side mirrors are tucked nicely into the A-pillar. Fashion and styling trends quickly date compact cars and Cavalier was beginning to appear dated, but this year's facelift provides some flash.
Coupes look sportier than the Sedans. LS Sport models stand out with body-color door handles and mirrors, Sport front and rear fascia, integrated fog lamps, lower rocker moldings, a rear spoiler, chrome exhaust outlet, and 16-inch chromed aluminum wheels with performance tires.
Chevrolet Cavalier has a nice interior design and the interior materials appear to be of decent quality. A hood over the instruments sweeps organically over to the passenger side giving it a contemporary appearance. The thick, contoured steering wheel in the LS Sport Sedan feels good. Power window switches are located on the center console, however, harder to find and more awkward to operate than when they're on the door. The driver's window has an Auto-Down feature.
Cavalier offers interior roominess comparable for the class. Sedan models have a little more headroom and shoulder room in front than the Coupes, but legroom is identical. The LS seats are contoured and comfortable, but side support could be better for cornering. Five cup holders are provided.
The back seat is surprisingly roomy in the Sedan. There's decent rear headroom, albeit a bit restricted on the outboard side. The rear seat folds down and is split 60/40 for added versatility. The Coupe offers less room in the back seats, but they are still quite usable. LS Sport Coupes get an easy-entry front passenger seat, improving access to the back. GM's LATCH system (Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren) allows installation of compatible child-safety seats without using the seatbelt.
XM Satellite Radio is a nice option as there's no need to change from favored music stations (many commercial-free) when traveling. The 24-hour news channels are available along with sports programming and a hundred other stations. The system requires a subscription.
Driving Impressions
The new Ecotec 2.2-liter engine offers delightfully responsive performance, particularly when paired with the five-speed manual transmission. This newly developed four-cylinder engine, used in all 2003 Cavalier models, generates 140 horsepower at 5600 rpm. The Cavalier has enough power for confident passing and merging into busy highway traffic.
The Ecotec engine features dual overhead camshafts with four valves per cylinder, the favored arrangement nowadays for good throttle response and power. Much of this response is a result of the Cavalier's torque, that force that propels the car away from intersections and up hills. The Ecotec delivers 150 foot-pounds of torque at 4000 rpm. That's a little less powerful than last year's optional 2.4-liter engine, but the new 2.2-liter Ecotec gets much better fuel economy with an EPA-estimated 25/33 mpg City/Highway and it offers lower emissions. GM designed the engine to offer smooth, quiet operation, which it does, though it doesn't feel quite as smooth as a Toyota engine.
The five-speed manual transmission, built by renowned German gearbox maker Getrag, offers pleasant shifting and we enjoyed it. The optional four-speed automatic transmission works well around town, keeping the engine in its best operating range at lower speeds.
Cavalier handles well. It's relatively flat in the corners, with little body lean. Power steering is light and responsive: Cavalier quickly turns in for corners. Ride and handling have been improved for 2003 by stiffening the structure of the car, and re-tuning the suspension for a sportier, more controlled ride.
The chassis did feel more rigid, more secure when driving quickly down a rough back roads in a 2003 LS Sport Sedan. The revised suspension dampened road vibration reasonably well. Hitting a series of bumps didn't generate the aftershocks (bah-lah-lah") associated with older domestic compact cars. You feel the bumps, but it seems more controlled than it did in the pre-2003 models. The tires, even the performance tires on the LS Sport Sedan, seemed to lack grip when the car was driven hard. Handling was predictable, however. Accelerating hard from a standstill while making a turn generated some torque steer, that tugging sensation of the steering wheel that's often part of powerful, front-wheel-drive cars, but it was easy to control.
The brake pedal feels nice and firm and the brakes are responsive. Cavalier uses disc brakes in front, drum brakes in the rear, instead of the preferred and more expensive rear disc brakes. Anti-lock brakes (ABS) come standard on LS models. Slam on the brakes and the ABS steps in, bringing the Cavalier to an undramatic stop. ABS can be a real ally in an emergency maneuver because it allows the driver to steer the car in a panic braking situation. Just remember to keep hard pedal pressure on the brakes and don't forget to steer.
Chevrolet Cavalier is markedly improved for 2003. Handling is sportier and more controlled. Ride quality is smoother and the car feels more solid than last year's model.
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James Borbath- Publisher/Owner
Stephen Brotherson- NBA Feature Writer
Stephen Brotherston has covered the Toronto Raptors and NBA teams visiting the Air Canada Center (ACC) since 2009. His articles have appeared in USAToday.com, Hoopsworld.com and Bleacher Report and he has been a guest on ESPN Radio, Fox Radio and featured on NBA-TV Canada. A credentialed member of the media in Toronto, Stephen is a regular at Raptors press conferences and games at the ACC. He has interviewed numerous NBA players, prospects, coaches and executives to get the first hand information usually not available to the public. Currently the Editor and Publisher of ProBballReport.com, sports journalism is a second career for Stephen. Previously he was a shareholder and senior executive with two manufacturing companies, provided financial consulting services to business owners as a partner and manager with major public accounting firms and spent several years in commercial banking.Stephen is a member in good standing with the Professional Basketball Writers Association.
Candice Kaye- Feature Writer
Former Captain of the Raptors Dance Pak, Candice, is now a full time Designer. Her focus is primarily in interior and textile design. Candice's knack for the arts has led her to create her own personal design outlet, icandiblog.com. iCandi, updated daily, showcases the latest trends in music, fashion, design, and style, through her eyes. You can meet Candice on twitter @iCandikaye. Candice will be doing features on NBA style and fashion and will be also doing some things about Dance Pak as well as some other fun stuff. Whatever she is doing, you can expect an upbeat fun spirit just as she had for three years as a member of the Raptors Dance Pak.
Jevon Minott- DNB Community Manager.
Jevon. loves Jamaican patties and fast cars. Same with basketball (at least for the fast part) To say he likes basketball would be attempting to downplay it. Basketball has been his favorite sport of recent years as it is a face-paced, exciting game. His love for the Raptors was "on and off" until the 09-10 season when the Raptors were holding a playoff spot. By the end of that season they were fighting for the 8th seed for the playoffs. That was also the first time he had ever attended a game. Just being at the ACC gave him a brand new perspective on watching an NBA game: The live action, the fans, and the heckling. All of that made him not only enjoys being a Raptors fan, but also enjoys basketball as a whole. From Ray Allen shooting 3's to Blake Griffin doing lobs. Another aspect of the NBA he enjoys is the great shots that many photographers take during gameplay. In joining DNB he will be helping all of you enjoy the DNB and Raptors basketball more and helping spread the love of Dino Nation Blog and basketball to the masses.
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To her, the Raptors represent an opportunity for her to be around my family and friends. A communal space. A sense of familial kindness. The ACC and every Raptors game is a place where she feels like she can escape and just enjoy the game. A place where she can have tweet ups with her fellow Raptors fans twitter (Her Twitter Handle is @jeaarr) and just enjoys everyone's company. One question she always gets asked whenever she tells someone that she is a Raptors fan. Who is your favourite Raptor of all time? My answer: Tyrone Muggsy Bogues. Why him, you may ask. Well, he's the reason why she is a Raptors fan. She remember being a little girl sitting in the living room of her aunt's little condo. Her family would be gathered around the TV and her aunt would go CRAZY for Muggsy. This is where Jerrica got her crazy enthusiasm for being a Raptor Fan. To her, basketball is more than just a sport. The Raptors not only do things for themselves...but for their fans instead. They include all of us in their family according to Jerrica. Now she is part of our DNB Family and will be active doing some things to interact with all of you that love the DNB and the Raptors.


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That's right, we survived another year!!!
and….WELL… Buying a house, celebrating my 30th and Avery's 4th birthdays, travelling for work, and coaching cross country have kinda… yeah consumed my time, to say the least. It's a good kinda busy tho… we're so excited to move into our new house in only ONE WEEK! 30 is looking better than 29 did. Avery is happier than ever. And, yeah… life's good. BUT because we're off enjoying life… the blog takes a backseat. So, lets recap some recent events. #1… Avery turned 4!!!
We had so much fun counting down the days to his birthday…
I always write/draw a napkin note for Avery, so we just had some fun themed ones the week before his birthday!
We had a big birthday bash for him on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon.
Friends, family, and Avery's friends from preschool ate, drank, swat at a piniata, raced box cars, bounced to their hearts content, and devoured yummy food.
The theme was … cars!
We had fun decorating for the theme!
Mimi made a tire piniata!
Avery had a special request for cupcakes with rings on them… so Lightning Mcqueen and Mater rings topped these special sugary treats…
Avery's friends and family were so generous with gifts! Avery's preschool friends helped him open them too!
The favorite event was definately the box car race!!! Some videos of the kids racing:
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And turning 4 also means Avery had his yearly doctors and dentist appointments. Everything checked out well at the dentist. Avery was sooo excited to get a new tooth brush!
At the doctors, Avery did hearing and vision tests and got two shots and didn't even cry!
#2… Oh yeah, on the day of Avery's party, I turned 30. The big THREE-OH. I had some very generous friends and family give and send cards and money, gift cards.. and wine!!!
We'll be able to spree on some household items without breaking the bank.
Since that weekend was for Avery, I celebrated my birthday the weekend before – a whole weekend away, just Steve and I. We went out to eat, shopped, and went to the ocean.
So relaxing and fun. Our second 'vacation' together and we survived and kinda still like eachother… go figure.
#3… YaYa! The ladies on my Dads side of the family got together for our annual girls weekend – we played cards, pictionary, explored, relaxed, fished, and painted!
#4…. we close on our house next week! Eeek!!! So exciting… and scary! We've bought a couple key items for the house, and we stacked wood the past couple weekends.
It was a crazy couple weeks doing all the paperwork, but that's all done – just have to sign a stack of papers next week and we can move in!!! A busy week at work, then I'm on vacation for two weeks to settle into the house! Happy Fall!


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Serve with: Spanish rice and grilled mixed bell peppers drizzled with citrus vinaigrette.
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- Makes 4 servings
- 2 15-ounce pork tenderloins
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped canned chipotle chiles plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1/3 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- Purchased guacamole
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
- Place tenderloins on work surface. Starting at 1 long side, cut each horizontally to within 1/2 inch of opposite side. Open like book and sprinkle with salt. Spread 1 tablespoon chopped chiles down center of each tenderloin. Close tenderloins, pressing to adhere, and sprinkle with salt.
- Whisk yogurt, 1 tablespoon oil, cumin, and 1 tablespoon adobo sauce in small bowl to blend. Transfer tenderloins to plate and brush each heavily with some yogurt sauce. Set tenderloins aside 15 minutes.
- Brush grill rack with oil. Grill tenderloins, brushing occasionally with remaining yogurt sauce, until just cooked through and thermometer inserted into thickest part of meat registers 145°F, about 10 minutes per side. Transfer tenderloins to platter. Let stand 5 minutes, then cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Serve tenderloins with guacamole.
Market tip:
Chipotle chiles canned in a spicy tomato sauce, sometimes called adobo, can be found in Latin American markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.


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Not the best photo but he is getting BIG!
I know that I am late at getting the posted but I really did intend on posting this Friday. Brit turned 2 Months on Friday. It is still so amazing to me how much they change and how fast these changes occur. He is smiling more and more, his feet are dangling off the end of the car seat, his temper tantrums are fewer each day, he carries on great coverstations of cooing, ohs & ahhs, and a scream has now been added to his cry. He is adorable and in case you are wondering the battle for his attention has not subsided. Everyone in this house is still so in love with him it is crazy!


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LITTLE ROCK — Former conservative journalist David Brock returned to Arkansas for the first time in 19 years to give a talk Tuesday on what he called "a culture of Clinton hatred" that he said he once was a part of but now is working to oppose.
LITTLE ROCK — Former conservative journalist David Brock returned to Arkansas for the first time in 19 years to give a talk Tuesday on what he called "a culture of Clinton hatred" that he said he once was a part of but now is working to oppose.
David Brock, whose reporting on Bill Clinton in the 1990s for conservative magazine The American Spectator led to the Troopergate scandal and introduced the world to Clinton accuser Paula Jones, was in Little Rock as a guest lecturer at the University of Arkansas Clinton School for Public Service, a school named for the president Brock admitted he formerly sought to discredit.
Brock last visited in Little Rock in 1995, while working on a book about Hillary Clinton.
"If you told me all those years ago that there would be a Clinton School of Public Service located on President Clinton Avenue just down the street from the William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Library, I probably would have had a stroke," joked Brock, who has recanted much of his past reporting and now runs a liberal media watchdog group and a Democratic Super PAC.
Arkansas can expect to be at the center of renewed mud-slinging efforts against the Clintons in anticipation of a possible presidential run by Hillary Clinton, he said.
"Like the conservatives who once savaged Bill Clinton personally, the conservatives of today have no program to offer the vast majority of Americans, so we see them running scared, once again cultivating a culture of Clinton hatred," Brock said.
Brock said he became a conservative in college because he was attracted to the ideals of Ronald Reagan and initially wanted to make a positive difference through advocacy journalism. He said he first came to Arkansas in the early 1990s after receiving a tip that some state troopers wanted to tell stories about Clinton's time as governor.
"Getting to know the troopers and their handlers exposed me for the first time to the reality of Clinton hating, which I could see had its origins here in Arkansas among racists who deeply resented Bill Clinton's early embrace of civil rights," he said. "The anti-Clinton animus deepened when Hillary Rodham, an accomplished professional woman, came on the scene."
Brock said he quickly became suspicious of the troopers' motives in speaking out, but he was undeterred.
"There was really no way to tell if what they were saying was true or not. I took them at their word and I printed it all," he said.
Eventually, Brock said, his initial idealism gave way to efforts to destroy people for partisan reasons, "with the ends justifying any means."
"I was part of what Hillary Clinton would later call the vast right-wing conspiracy," he said.
Brock's shift to the left began while he was working on his book "The Seduction of Hillary Rodham." Initially intended as a hit piece, the book did not end up as one.
"As I did my reporting, I came to see what Hillary Clinton's admirers saw in her, what I think we all see in her today: a steadfast commitment to public service and a deep desire to affirm the good and the virtuous in politics," Brock said.
Brock has expressed his changed view of the political right in books such as 2002's "Blinded By the Right." He also is the founder of the media watchdog group Media Matters and the Democratic Super PAC American Bridge, the latter of which has launched a project called "Correct the Record" to defend the records of Hillary Clinton and other potential Democratic candidates.
Both liberals and conservatives should "challenge our political parties to call off the political smutmongers," Brock said, drawing a burst of applause from the audience.


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No gray areas here. It's all black and white… fashion that is. We have loved the black and white look recently, the combination is just so perfect. It's classic, easy and it's going to continue to be huge this fall.
We thought we'd take a look and see how this trend has been worn recently and get some inspiration of our own.
Dressed UP
Dressed DOWN
1. Keep the look simple.
2. Add a bold pop of color (perhaps a bold lip color)
3. Add gold accessories.
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Edmund L. Andrew's beat now includes his own economic meltdown.
The New York Times reporter has penned a harrowing nine page account on how he joined the ranks of millions of Americans trapped in mortgage debt, and the nightmare is far from over.
"Nobody duped or hypnotized me," Andrews writes in the paper's magazine today. "Like so many others -- borrowers, lenders and the Wall Street dealmakers behind them -- I just thought I could beat the odds."
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As an economic reporter for the Times, Andrews writes that he should have known better. He'd penned stories on so-called "liar's loans" and other examples of too-good-to-be-true mortgage financing during the housing boom. For the past six years, Andrews has covered Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan and his successor, Ben Bernanke. He also wrote about the dot com crash in 2000 and earlier economic crises.
"I know a lot about the curveballs that the economy can throw at us," Andrews writes.
Yet, he says he got in over his head because he was "in love" and "the money was there."
After a disastrous marriage, Andrews writes that he reconnected with his best friend from high school. The friend later became his new fiancee, and the two decided to move in together in a nice D.C. neighborhood.
Andrew's broker Bob said he could secure a $500,000 loan for the house even though the writer owed over $4,000 a month for alimony and child-support from the previous marriage, leaving him with take home pay of $2,777 a month. Andrew's girlfriend was unemployed too. No matter: Bob said he "specialized in challenges" and was "here to enable dreams."
Eventually, Andrews and his girlfriend got behind on payments and racked up $19,000 in credit-card debt. Bob "helped" the couple refinance to pay off the credit cards, leading to skyrocketing mortgage payments for the couple. The resulting stress has severely strained their relationship, Andrews writes.
The pain isn't over.
Today the writer is eight months behind on his mortgage, and waiting for Chase to call him back to modify his loan as a last ditch effort before foreclosure.


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The Toronto Raptors on Monday hosted European powerhouse Real Madrid in a game broadcast live on NBA TV. It not only was a chance to see what former Bulls player John Lucas III looked like in a different uniform, but also to see if Bulls prospect Nikola Mirotic was as good as advertised.
Last Saturday, Real Madrid took on the Memphis Grizzlies and Mirotic played so well that Zach Randolph came away impressed and Sam Smith gave him a glowing review after a 14-point, seven-rebound performance.
Against the Raptors on Monday, Mirotic put up a stat line of 17 points and 12 rebounds. Even though he somewhat struggled with his shooting (5-13 from the field), it's clear why the Bulls traded for him in the 2011 draft. The kid can play.
Mirotic is an athletic 6-10, 210-pound player who moves well laterally and can run the floor. He's not a stiff by any means. He can handle the ball and has a very good outside shot. If you're looking for a comparison, in today's NBA, he's a smaller, better version of Raptors center Andrea Bargnani with more athleticism.
From a size perspective, another good comparison would be former Bulls star Toni Kukoc with less ball-handling skills, or even a young Dirk Nowitzki when he first came into the NBA.
Mirotic can pay the "stretch-four" power forward position and in some instances, he can even move over to small forward. At just 21 years old, his upside is tremendous.
But of course, you can't talk about the good without mentioning the bad.
Mirotic appears to be a good pick-and-pop player where he sets the screen and then drops back waiting to receive the pass for the outside shot. But once he set the screen against the Raptors, if he didn't get the ball, he just stood around on the perimeter and watched the action. It was a consistent theme all night and made Bargnani's job easy on defense.
He also doesn't appear to enjoy playing in the post and banging with guys his size. Sure he grabbed 12 rebounds and did a fine job of boxing out, but he just doesn't seem to enjoy physicality. But again, he's only 21, still maturing, and once Tom Thibodeau gets him under his wing, you can be sure those negatives will be ironed out.
In short, Nikola Mirotic appears to be worth the wait. He has the size and the talent to actually be a starter in this league, even if it will be another two years before he gets here.


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On Wednesday, October 28, the roving reporter was in Chicago. Business associates suggested and arranged for dinner at Les Nomades. I knew Mary Beth Liccioni from the Merci Julia event in 1993.
The Chicago Tribune, August 13, 2009 review headline says a lot:
"Times change; Les Nomades does not. And that's a good thing. Ontario Street restaurant requires jackets and our respect."
What a pleasure to visit a restaurant where the patrons are well dressed, the noise level is muted allowing conversation, and the servers and sommelier are totally professional.
The menu is designed for DIY tasting menus. 4 courses $115 and 5 $130. One of my associates did not want dessert. Could he have an additional main. "Of course, sir!" Later the same gentleman wanted an extra ravioli for the duck consommé. He had only gotten one and he loved it. "I'll be right back, sir!"
That says it all. The food is not timed out. It is solid French with beautiful presentation. The wine list is excellent. It is not cheap, but it is a good value for expense account dining and special occasions.
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Amuse – Pumpkin soup with a gougere
Roasted Veal Sweetbreads, Spanish chorizo, smoked paprika and potato
Pates Maison – assorted house-prepared pates served with cornichons and toasted brioche
Duck consommé with organic root vegetables and duck confit ravioli
Crispy farm egg, rouge vif d'etampes, crawfish, smoked bacon, Chanterelle mushrooms and Iberico ham
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Roasted Venison Loin, parsnip puree, pickled cherry, Swiss chard, pearl onion and bacon aigre-doux
Slow-Roasted Veal Tenderloin, wild mushroom ragout, pommes puree, preserved lemon and sauce Perigueux
Rack and Loin of Lamb, Lyonnaise onions, Chanterelle mushrooms, English peas and lardons
Fresh Apple Tart with green apple sorbet
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A weekly feature wherein we contextualize TV ratings for national sports broadcasts. Data via Nielsen and Sports Business Journal's John Ourand. Viewership numbers represent approximate number of persons tuned to a given program; ratings share refers to the percentage of all households using a television who are turned into that program.
Monday, Sept. 24:
Monday Night Football; Green Bay Packers at Seattle Seahawks (ESPN): 16.1 million viewers
Sportscenter (ESPN): 6.5 million viewers [Note: Sportscenter drew a 5.0 overnight rating, its highest ever.]
Dancing With The Stars (ABC): 14.1 million viewers
Tuesday, Sept. 25:
No highly rated sporting events.
Wednesday, Sept. 26:
Feherty Live (Golf Channel): 277,000 viewers
Modern Family, season premiere (ABC): 14.4 million viewers
Thursday, Sept. 27:
Thursday Night Football; Cleveland Browns at Baltimore Ravens (NFL Network): 8.0 million viewers
The Big Bang Theory (CBS): 15.7 million viewers
Friday, Sept. 28:
Ryder Cup (ESPN): 2.0 million viewers
CSI: NY, season premiere (CBS): 9.1 million viewers
Saturday, Sept. 29:
NCAA football; Mississippi at Alabama (ESPN): 3.5 million viewers
NCAA football; Wisconsin at Nebraska (ABC): 4.3 million viewers
NCAA football; Texas at Oklahoma State (FOX): 3.8 million viewers
Law & Order: SVU, rerun (NBC): 4.0 million viewers
Sunday, Sept. 30:
Sunday Night Football; New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles (NBC): 22.8 million viewers
Live From the Ryder Cup (Golf Channel): 445,000 viewers
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Dover (ESPN): 3.6 million viewers
Real Housewives of New Jersey (Bravo): 3.5 million viewers


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MWC 15 Special
Wunderlist for Windows Phone has been long requested and 6Wunderkinder, the makers of Wunderlist, has just dropped me an E-Mail to inform us that it is now available. Wunderlist already helped millions of people on other platforms to stay organized anywhere and anytime. It allows to share lists with friends and colleagues and, since it's cloud-based, jointly tackle tasks, or tackle them on your own from any of our supported devices. Whether it's a shopping list, a wish list or a project list, Wunderlist will help to conquer the day. Since Windows Phone comes with its unique Metro UI, Wunderlist for Windows Phone looks very different to what Wunderlist looks elsewhere.
Nevertheless, also on Windows Phone Wunderlist is completely free, it supports cloud sync, features E-Mail reminders as well as Mail2Task. And allows to sort tasks into lists, assign due day deadlines to tasks, breakdown tasks with filter views, gives tasks further details with notes and allows to prioritize important tasks by staring them.
Now available free of charge from the Windows Phone Parketplace, Wunderlist is also available for Mac, Windows, Linux, iPhone/iPod Touch, iPad, Android, Blackberry and the Web.
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Beautiful Giclée Prints on paper; lovingly created by artist Jen Larkin after completing Wainwright's 190-mile Coast to Coast walking route across Northern England. Each finest quality print uses lightfast-ink onto heavyweight Hahnemühle etching paper and is signed by Jen after she has carefully overseen production and approved the results.
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It's a common adage in a democratic society that "every vote counts." The hard truth of the matter is that, under the United States' Electoral College system, there are plenty of votes in presidential elections that don't count at all.
If you take issue with that statement, which goes against everything Americans are taught about living in a democracy, think about it this way: A Democrat who lives in Kansas will never cast a meaningful vote in a presidential election in his or her life.
As a result, states in which the majority of voters vote for the same party in every election (like Kansas) are all but ignored by presidential candidates on the campaign trail. Instead, they spend their time and effort in the swing states (also referred to as battleground states or purple states) -- those states where the popular vote is usually close, and the outcome is up for grabs.
In this article, we'll explain how the Electoral College created swing states and why not all votes are created equal.