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Arsenio Hall's strong guest lineup for the first week of his new program after nearly two decades in talk show hosting exile befits his return as a one-time would-be king of late night: Chris Tucker, Nas and Lisa Kudrow, among others, are slated to appear.
But perhaps the most impressive of the bunch is Wednesday's guest: Magic Johnson, a reminder of the power and influence of the first edition of "The Arsenio Hall Show." The basketball great memorably visited Hall's show in 1991, in his first interview after learning he had HIV. Hall, displaying humor and sensitivity, delivered an upbeat, touching and informative broadcast during a very different time. "You can gain strength by being with those who are close to you," Johnson told Hall.
Johnson's slated guest shot Wednesday offers inspiring signs, in very different ways, of the strength, vibrancy and resilience of both men. It's also a sign that Hall is ready to create new magic.
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Hall's comeback brings him to a vastly changed late night landscape – a crowded field that's in new flux with Jimmy Fallon's impending ascension to the "Tonight Show" throne and Seth Meyers taking over at "Late Night." It's a field Hall helped create.
By the time Hall's show debuted in 1989, many had gone up again Johnny Carson's "Tonight Show." But few lasted long, save for Dick Cavett's ABC venture in the late 1960s and early 1970s. While Cavett ran a different kind of show than Carson, Hall put a youthful twist on the "Tonight" formula of monologues, entertainment world guest and musical performances – and an unspoken tight connection with the audience.
Hall pulled a young, diverse crowd into his studio and onto his sofa (his pal and "Coming to America" co-star Eddie Murphy was a frequent presence). The show's so-called "Dog Pound," complete with its "Woof! Woof! Woof!" chant, created a fun, loose atmosphere where a presidential candidate named Bill Clinton felt comfortable enough to don sunglasses and play sax in 1992.
It's unclear whether Hall's early fans, now over 40, will flock back to him or whether he'll be able to attract a younger crowd to his new late night party. The time slot of his syndicated show varies somewhat market to market, but he'll be going up against Conan O'Brien, Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, Chelsea Handler, Jimmy Kimmel, Jay Leno and David Letterman to start.
But, as he showed on "Celebrity Apprentice," Hall is a smart, likable and funny performer who belongs back on TV. As we await his comeback, check out his classic 1991 interview with Johnson below:
Hester is founding director of the award-winning, multi-media NYCity News Service at the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism. He is the former City Editor of the New York Daily News, where he started as a reporter in 1992. Follow him on Twitter.

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Monday, February 25, 2013
At what point does this do they have to register as an arm of the Democrat party?
According to TV critic David Zurawik, MSNBC's hiring of ex-Obama officials David Axelrod and Robert Gibbs makes the so-callend news network almost "a bona fide organ of state propaganda."
Hours after this was published Monday, Hardball's Chris Matthews offered his services to Hillary Clinton - along with those of MSNBC contributors Howard Fineman and Joan Walsh - in order to get her elected president in 2016 (video follows with transcribed highlights and commentary):
At the end of a lengthy discussion about Clinton's chances in 2016 - never mind that Election Day is 44 months away! - Walsh said, "I think if she runs again, she really can't run as that front-runner. It cannot be that inevitability campaign that she ran in 2007, and she knows that. She's got to be about the future."
Matthews replied, "If you're watching, Madam Secretary, all three of us have brilliant ideas. All of us have great ideas. And I especially put myself in that group with Joan and David. We know how to do this, we'll get you in there."
Although there may have been a little tongue in Matthews' cheek, everyone watching knew full well that he meant it, and that his mission in the next 44 months - as well as that of likely every MSNBC contributor and guest - is to get Clinton in the White House.
What's interesting is how the folks on this almost satirical news network don't even feel like they have to hide it anymore.
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Lecture | From Weapons to Rehabilitation: Basketry in the First World War
Friday 10th November | 1.00pm-2.00pm
Anthropologist Dr Stephanie Bunn and basket maker Tim Palmer will provide a fascinating insight into the role of basketry during the First World War. Not only did baskets have a wide variety of practical uses, from shell cases and hospital cots to aircraft seats, but the very art of basket-making was used in occupational therapy for soldiers recovering from physical and mental trauma.
£3 per person| Reservation required
Exhibition | The Art of War
Friday 10th November Sunday 8th April | 10.00am 4.00pm
The Art of War explores the creativity that comes from the personal experiences of warfare. Discover a new perspective of the battlefield through soldiers and their families artistic responses to conflict.
Ticket price included in Museum admission
Memorial Meadow Service
Sunday 12th November | 11.00am-11.30pm
On Sunday 12th November we will create a memorial meadow in the Castle grounds using the individually woven willow poppies made during our October poppy weaving workshops. This lasting memorial meadow will remember those who have lost their lives through war and conflict.
All ages welcome.
Late Night Christmas Shopping at the Castle
Thursday 16th November | 4.00pm 7.30pm
Join us at the Castle for a delightful evening of Christmas shopping. Enjoy the Festive atmosphere with our delicious mince pies, coffee and mulled wine. We will also offer a complimentary gift wrapping service and fun prize draw.
Museum Explorers: Cruel Crimean War
Saturday 18th November | 1.30pm-4.00pm
Join The Black Watch as it fights in the Crimean War. Explore what really happened at the Battles of Alma and Balaclava and make your own cavalry sabre and cannon.
£5 per child (drink and snack and Museum Explorers polo shirt included)
Ages 7-12 | Reservation required.
Art of War: Decorative Weapons
Saturday 25th November | 1.30-3.30pm
In this workshop take a close look at some of the wonderfully decorated weapons in the Museums collection and have a go at creating some yourself.
£3 per child |Ages 7-12 | Reservation required
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2016 Perthshire of Commerce Business Star Awards| Finalist | Independent Retailer of the Year Award
2016 Arts & Business Awards Scotland | Shortlisted | Enterprising Museum Award
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On the brink of Week 5 in the 2013 fantasy football season, the waiver wire continues to change.
With disparity among players that perform well and those that don't, it can be tough to gauge new adds for each week. In addition, other considerations such as overall production, opposing matchups and health take part in the equation.
As a result, players that are legitimate additions to your roster are far and few between. In turn, we must sift through the market and see who stands out. The following players should provide some assistance moving forward.
LeGarrette Blount: RB, Patriots (at Cincinnati Bengals)
LeGarrette Blount's contributions to New England's offense have gradually increased this season. After not receiving many rushes in Week 1 and Week 2, Blount was fed 16 times in a dominant win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. There, he rushed for 65 yards and averaged 4.6 per attempt.
On Sunday night in Week 4, though, Blount displayed his value to the Patriots. Despite getting just nine carries, he amassed 64 yards and scored from 47 yards out. The guy still brings the speed to outrun defenders at the second level, not to mention to power to slam the ball inside.
Blount is a decent backup for bye weeks and a nice flex option when needed.
Jerome Simpson: WR, Vikings (bye week)
In Week 1 Jerome Simpson caught seven passes for 140 yards against the Detroit Lions. Then, his production instantly dropped as Minnesota struggled to find a consistent passing game to complement running back Adrian Peterson.
Well, Simpson took flight again in Week 4 as he accounted for 124 yards on seven catches. This time, however, his quarterback was Matt Cassel, the experienced veteran who does bring a strong arm and decent mobility. Provided Cassel remains at the helm in the Twin Cities, Simpson's fantasy production should be that of a solid No. 3 wide receiver or the flex player.
Carolina Panthers Defense (at Arizona Cardinals)
Currently, the Panthers rank 12th in pass defense and seventh against the run. Carolina has also allowed just 36 points in three games, and blanked the New York Giants in Week 3. The Cats even limited the Seattle Seahawks to a mere 12 points in Week 1 despite losing.
Fielding an impressive front seven led by Luke Kuechly, Carolina has recorded 10 sacks and has given up just 3.7 yards per rush. That said, the team does need to get better in coverage, as it allows a 66.7 completion percentage. Nevertheless, playmakers in Robert Lester, Josh Norman and Captain Munnerlyn are capable of locking high-powered attacks down.
Although they're not a weekly starter, the Panthers are appealing as a backup defense, as well as starting in leagues that start two defenses.
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Prasugrel is used to prevent strokes, heart attacks, or other serious problems with your heart or blood vessels. It is given to patients before they have a heart procedure called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
A heart attack or stroke may occur when a blood vessel in the heart or brain is blocked by a blood clot. Prasugrel reduces the chance that a harmful blood clot will form by preventing certain cells in the blood from clumping or sticking together. Prasugrel may also increase the chance for serious bleeding in some people.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of prasugrel in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of prasugrel in the elderly. Because of prasugrel's toxicity, use in elderly patients 75 years of age and older is not recommended.
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Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
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The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
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If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
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Tell all of your medical doctors, dentists, and nurses that you are taking this medicine. Prasugrel may increase the risk of serious bleeding during an operation or some dental procedures. Treatment may have to be stopped about 7 days before the operation or dental procedure.
Check with your doctor right away if you have the following symptoms: change in mental status, dark or bloody urine, difficulty with speaking, fever, pale color of the skin, pinpoint red spots on the skin, seizures, weakness, yellow eyes or skin. These may be symptoms of a serious condition called thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP).
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Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your doctor first. To do so may increase your risk for clots.
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Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
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Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Portions of this document last updated: May 01, 2020
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Questions we advise you ask before you join a hunt to make sure you are not hunting illegally
Do they use fox scent for the hounds to follow? Fox scent will usually be animal based and usually be fox urine. If they are using fox scent for the hounds to follow there is a risk they will catch a fox. Drag Hunts and Clean Boot do not use fox urine.
If the answer is Yes we use fox scent then we advise don't join
From King Canute to David Cameron, hunting has taken place worldwide for hundreds of years. Its original purpose was to provide food and protect livestock. The practice of using dogs with a keen sense of smell to track prey has been traced back to ancient Egypt and many Greek and Roman influenced countries. It is believed that the custom for a fox to be tracked, chased and often killed by trained hunting hounds, known as "scent hounds" and followed by the Master of the Foxhounds and his team on foot and horseback, originated from a Norfolk farmer's attempt to catch a fox using farm dogs in 1534.
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King Canute the Dane said that all greyhounds kept within ten miles of a royal forest should have their knees mutilated to prevent them chasing the deer. However, the same king ordered that every man should be entitled to hunt in wood and field in his own possession.
The Save Me Trust supports the Three Counties Bloodhounds. Their Master and founder Byron Johns was a former hunt master but unlike some 60 packs in the UK he's turned his back on the inhumane and cruel hunting and embraced the Hunting Ban.
This great pursuit has all the tradition of the 'Meet' with none of the cruelty We have supported Byron Johns for the last three years and have been on several Hunts.There Counties Bloodhound are supported by the Hunt Saboteurs This is an honest sport and is not fox hunting , they don't accidentally catch foxes they hunt only a human runner.
All about Drag Hunting - It's thrilling, exciting, challenging, skillful and legal
Drag hunting and hunting with bloodhounds is a sport in which a pack of hounds follows either an artificially laid scent or the scent of a human over a predetermined route. Most drag hounds and bloodhound packs are registered with the Masters of Draghounds and Bloodhounds Association (MDBA). Drag hunting, or drag hunting, originally developed in the UK in the early 1800s as a means of testing the speed and agility of hounds by laying a scent trail over a specified distance. This, in turn, encouraged the practice of following the hounds on horseback. There are currently thirteen drag hounds packs in the UK registered with the MDBA made up mainly of English foxhounds.
Trail hunting did not exist before the Hunting Act 2004. When the Act came into force, the Masters of the Draghounds and Bloodhounds Association (MDBA) were particularly concerned that illegal live quarry hunting, under the guise of following an artificially laid scent, would have a detrimental effect on the sport of drag hunting. To prevent their sport being brought into disrepute, the MDBA insisted that the term 'drag hunting' should remain their exclusive property. As a consequence, the term 'trail hunting' was invented.
Trail hunting is designed to replicate live quarry hunting as much as possible and involves simulating the search in covert for a scent to follow. The laying of trails, it is claimed, is carried out in such a way as to mirror the movements of the hunted live quarry with the result that the progress of the hunt is less predictable and at a slower pace than that of a drag hunt. There is more emphasis on hound work in trail hunting than in drag hunting. The trail scent purportedly used is animal-based; there is little information on the type of scent used but in the case of traditional fox hunting packs, fox urine is often claimed to be used. The reason given for the use of animal based scents is that if the Hunting Act is repealed the hounds do not have to be re-trained to hunt the natural quarry scent.
Autumn Hunting is the hunter's prelude to the new season. Often referred to by Hunts as 'gentle training' and classified as 'suitable for younger members', meaning that children from the Pony Club can attend.
So what is Autumn Hunting?
Autumn Hunting or 'Hound exercise' as the Hunt's now refer to it, was previously known, more honestly, as 'cubbing'. Hunting takes place 'when the harvest allows'. It generally runs throughout September and October will start from 'first light' around 6 am.
The "Meets" as the hunts refer to them are held early in the morning as the scent of the fox's is fresh and easier for the young hounds to pick up.
Giving wildlife a voice - We love Rubin and Duke for their passion, honesty and their relentless dedication to wildlife and the planet. "What a Front" embodies our thoughts, fears and hopes. We didn't hesitate for one second to support them in this video and this anti fox hunting anthem. Besureis started four years ago after the lead singer Duke Ingram suffered a very serious illness which still affects him today started writing poems of the good and bad times spent hear on earth. Partnering with Rubin, the co-founder of the One Fight.
>Fox hunting is the use of dogs under human control to locate, chase and kill foxes. The hunters can be on horseback or on foot. The dogs are specialist scent hounds trained to detect and follow the scent of the red fox. A typical fox hound pack contains 30-40 dogs and they are generally accompanied by dozens of hunters who take on various roles.
Despite it being the 21 century, the people involved in a fox hunt are still known as masters and servants. The hunt masters are the bosses or organisers. They are financially and legally responsible for the hunt and the role of hunt master carries significant prestige. Most hunts have several masters though not all masters are present at every hunt meet.
Few native species divide opinion as deeply as the red fox. Despite being voted the third most popular British mammal in a recent BBC Wildlife survey, foxes still face widespread demonisation and persecution. A better understanding of fox ecology and behaviour – and the essential ecological role they play – can help dispel the myths and misconceptions about this iconic British species. The red fox (Vulpes vulpes) is the most widely distributed wild carnivore on the planet. It naturally occurs across North America, Eurasia and Japan, and even as far north as the Arctic Circle. It has also been deliberately introduced (and thrived) in other regions such as Australia by English colonisers for the purpose of foxhunting. This widespread global success is due to the fox's incredible adaptability
Hare are hunted with packs of hounds, beagles, and bassets (also referred to as 'beagling', where the hounds are followed on foot) and by harriers (followed on horseback). These hounds were bred, not for the speed but for the stamina that guaranteed the lengthy chase the hunters sought. The hare is not a native species to the UK and was introduced by the Romans. During the late 1800s, there were about four million brown hares in Britain. But recent surveys show the brown hare has declined by more than 80% during the past 100 years and the decline is ongoing. In some parts of Britain, such as the south-west, the brown hare is almost a rarity and may even be locally extinct.
Between April and October, another form of hunting with hounds is carried out illegally; mink hunting. Carried out on foot along river banks, mink hunts are the remnants of otter hunts, which stopped after otters became a protected species.
There are 17 hunts and over 20 unregistered packs. They have between 12 & 16 hounds hunting - a mix of otterhounds, foxhounds, and others. Besides hunting mink, they will kill anything they come across, and there's concern that they'll kill otters if they come across them.
There are six species of deer in the UK; Red, Roe, Fallow, Sika, Muntjac and Chinese Water deer, all are hunted to some degree reflecting their relative population either as a "sport" or culling for the purposes of population control. Closed seasons for deer vary by species.
The practice of declaring a closed season in England dates back to medieval times when it was called "fence month" and commonly lasted from June 10th to July 10th although the actual dates varied. It is illegal to use bows to hunt any wild animal in the UK under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
THERE IS NO EXCUSE for the continuation of fox hunting. The only argument for it that you can believe is sincere, from its supporters, is that they enjoy it. But they will put up all kinds of smoke screens – essentially bogus defences. This fox lovers' guide provides definitive answers to the hunter's lame claims.
This is a fox lovers' handbook designed to answer the lame claims of hunters who believe it's acceptable to torture foxes to death.
Fourteen of the hunt supporters' best shots detailed here, along with the answers which expose them as false.
Scotland's Consultation of the Protection of Wild Mammal Act 2002
In 2015, Scotland's First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon announced her government would hold a review of the Protection of Wild Mammals Act 2002. In December, it was confirmed that the review would be led by Lord Bonomy with a consultation process starting in February and finishing by the end of March.
As part of the Team Fox coalition of wildlife groups, The Save Me Trust agreed to submit to the consultation, working closely in conjunction with the League Against Cruel Sports (Scotland) and a wide range of local groups based in Scotland who have detailed information on the antics of Scottish hunt packs.
We strongly oppose the government's proposals to amend the Hunting Act 2004 using a draft Order. The government proposes to use a statutory instrument to change the exemptions under the Act, in order to use an unlimited number of dogs in exempt cases. At present, the exemptions only apply where a maximum of two dogs are used. The government claims that it is amending the exemptions to bring them into line with the position in Scotland, under the Protection of Mammals (Scotland) Act 2002.
"The use of a draft Order, rather than a Bill to amend, is a good example of 'cherry picking' some of the bits of the Scottish legislation that favour hunters, without also taking on the related obligations. Most notably, the Scottish legislation has the possibility of higher penalties to go with its more liberal approach to the number of dogs used. The power to amend the existing exemptions by Order does not permit amendment of penalties and thus underlines the inappropriateness of the approach of using a draft Order.


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Rookie Yearbook One and Book launch review
by Manisha Aggarwal-Schifellite and Michelle Kay
In late October this year, teen blogger and editor of Rookie magazine , Tavi Gevinson arrived in Toronto to celebrate the release of Rookie's first print volume, Rookie Yearbook One. Gevinson was in town for two events: one a more traditional book reading and signing at Indigo Yorkdale, the second a book signing and masquerade ball at Magic Pony , an art gallery and store on Queen Street West.
The lineup for the dance party at Magic Pony featured girls of all ages and women. In line, you could hear teens oohing and aahing over the window display. They gushed over the little nook by the window filled with sparkles, pink items, cupcakes, strange dolls and other shiny things designed to draw in a teenaged girl's eye.
Some people arrived in costumes, excited, wondering what it would be like to meet Gevinson, the teen wonder of the fashion world. Rookie, a kind of new millenium XOJane, has a monthly theme and its bloggers write about it, including personal essays and photospreads.
The book is a densely packed collection of favourite essays and interviews from the year, including many from Gevinson's friends. She has no shortage of famous ones including Joss Whedon, Lena Dunham, Paul Feig, Miranda July, Jack Black and Aubrey Plaza, just to name a few. These celebrities offer advice to readers on navigating high school, blossoming romances, and indulging in your own uniqueness. The essays range from funny and silly to honest and candid, many of them reassuring readers and advising them to simply embrace who they are.
With the launch of Rookie, Gevinson has also become the face of a new kind of "girl power." The Magic Pony event seemed to be as much a celebration of Rookie Yearbook One as it was a celebration of Gevinson herself. For the past three years, the 16-year-old has made a name for herself as a fashion blogger, writer, editor, stylist, and has become somewhat of an icon for a particular demographic of teen girls.
A general trend in reader response to Rookie emphasizes the idea that, as a fellow teen, Gevinson "gets it" when discussing sex, relationships, friendship, art, and general angst that come with being a teenager. In contrast to so much teen-focused content, Rookie has grown out of a "for us by us" mentality that resonates with its readers, complete with eye rolls and even a photo-guide by Gevinson on "How to Bitch-face."
One of the most striking things about the Magic Pony event was the number of teenage girls who came to dance, buy books, eat candy, and meet each other. Some came in pairs from cities hours outside of Toronto to attend both events, while some downtowners came in big groups (And some even brought their parents). While some media outlets have called Rookie readers part of a new wave of "girl power," Gevinson and the Rookie brand also appear to be introducing girls to feminism in a way that emphasizes positivity, friendship, and personal expression through clothes, books, movies, and other pop culture interests.
Photo from http://rookiemag.com/2012/10/masquerade-bal/ , provided to Rookie by Magic Pony, the event venue. Magic Pony via Rookie
When asked why they like Rookie and Gevinson, a common refrain among party attendees was that Rookie offered "something for everyone," and that its inclusivity allowed girls to feel like they could be themselves without fear of judgment. Based on the Rookie party, and reading the Yearbook, Rookie seems to be everything to some people. Generally, the magazine speaks to and about a narrow teen demographic. Many of the contributors, celebrities and teens alike, appear to be from similar backgrounds–growing up in the suburbs, feeling like they didn't fit in, and moving to a large city to pursue an entertainment-based dream.
Grounded in the aesthetically pleasing and fashion-focused elements of both the book and the launch party, it's clear that Rookie's approach to feminism is based on fun, friendship, and self-expression through fashion. Taking a fun approach to feminism gives it a wider appeal, but begs the question whether such this diminishes or ignores some of the necessary (and heavy topics) vital to feminism itself. In a recent Q interview, Gevinson said that Rookie is not "everything for everyone," citing issues that contributed to a fairly narrow representation of teen life in Rookie Yearbook One.
Fun and creativity is presented through the DIY element of the magazine, website, and Gevinson's personal blog, Style Rookie. While this can be a great way for girls to create their own media, "DIY" self-sufficiency and imagination are based in assumptions that erase the experiences of many teen girls who may not be able to identify with the Rookie brand. For instance, an article in the Yearbook teaches readers "How to go Thrifting." The treatment of thrifting as an alternative to the mall (instead of being the only option for some people) speaks to the target demographic of the website. Further, Rookie's photoshoots and DIY projects focus largely on decorating one's room, collecting strange objects, and using these pieces as inspiration for personal style. This can only apply to someone who has their own room, with enough space to collect objects that represent her personality–this type of consumption focuses identity formation onto collecting "stuff" rather than "doing things." While Rookie pushes for teens to find their own style and encourages teens to be themselves and not care what others think of them, it also promotes a kind of consumerism, a desire to be fashionable with an emphasis on customization, uniqueness and the collection of "cool" things. It ignores the fact that this is not a reality for every teen yet adeptly creates a desire for things without necessarily addressing how such consumerism could be problematic.
As one party-goer remarked, Rookie and Gevinson offers a good entry point to feminism for younger girls, many of whom might be unfamiliar with the movement's history or current incarnations. Many of them may have negative associations with feminism as a concept, understanding the concept as a man-hating movement of angry lesbians who never have any fun. Rookie guides the reader into aspects of feminism and pointing out various forms of oppression (although it's not called that on the website), other important components of feminism such as intersectionality and an analysis of race, gender identity, sexual orientation and class are not mentioned.
In spite of these important omissions, however, Rookie regularly publishes content on standing up for yourself, confronting sexism, dealing with bullying, and generally empowering yourself and others around you. In the Yearbook, Rookie authors speak eloquently about breakups ("Breakup Breakdown"), mixed-race identity ("On Containing Multitudes"), societal expectations and fears surrounding teen girls ("Season of the Witch") and other issues that arise during and after adolescence. While reading these and other essays in the Yearbook, it really does feel as if the authors are speaking directly to the reader, which further emphasizes the community-building aspects of Rookie as a brand and a lifestyle.
Rookie's growth and success over the past two years has taken an interesting trajectory–the magazine, under Gevinson's editorial eye, has clearly been an important influence in the lives of teens across the world. As Gevinson's ambitions change, and as the Rookie brand develops, the magazine could focus more on some of the issues missing from Yearbook One. It remains to be seen how this will happen, but the ever-changing nature of adolescence offers a good foundation for Rookie to expand its target demographic, as it solidifies its place as a mainstay of teen-driven media.


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Home, sweet home. That's been the mantra for two MLS teams this year, Real Salt Lake and Toronto FC, both of whom are still undefeated on home turf this season.
In fact, their undefeated runs stretch beyond this season. RSL have not lost at Rio Tinto Stadium since May 16, 2009, a stretch of more than 21 games in regular season play. That's good for the second-longest home unbeaten streak in MLS history; the Columbus Crew went 22 games undefeated at Crew Stadium in 2008 and 2009.
During their current stretch, RSL have posted a 14-0-7 record. In the 11 games at home this season, they are 8-0-3, scoring 26 goals and conceding only 6.
TFC's last regular-season loss at BMO Field was June 6, 2009, when they fell 2-1 to the LA Galaxy. They have since gone unbeaten in 17 games on the banks of Lake Ontario. And while they have not been lighting up the scoreboard at the same rate as RSL, TFC have posted a respectable 6-0-4 record at home this season, notching 14 goals and allowing merely 5.
TFC's home MLS record will be tested mightily this coming Saturday when the 2nd-place New York Red Bulls come to town. If the Reds can survive, they will have an even sterner test the following weekend: Yep, Real Salt Lake are at BMO Field on Saturday, August 28.
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A common inside joke on Slashdot is the "Year of the Linux Desktop", a revelation about each upcoming year being the mythical time when Linux will obtain wide-scale adoption on desktop PCs. Although the number of PCs running Linux has increased each year, a new emergent trend is that Linux is becoming a popular on more consumer handheld devices.
The reason for Linux's rise in popularity on cellphones is that cell manufacturers (Eg. Motorola) are being forced to ditch their simpler, proprietary operating systems that run on the "dumbphones" they sell because a more powerful operating system is needed to handle better multitasking and internet connectivity. Windows Mobile has been a popular pick with manufacturers because it meets the needs of smartphones, but the licensing costs are enough to make manufacturers like HTC experiment with other platforms, like they did with Google's Android on their HTC G1.
Similarly, Palm has just announced their brand new Pre smartphone, which just so happens to be powered by Linux. Palm's "OS 2.0" (or WebOS, as it is now known as) has been in the works for as long as anyone can remember, and if you check out Engadget's videos of the Pre, you'll find out just how hard they were working.
With the devices like the Palm Pre and the upcoming swath of Android phones, 2009 might be the year that Linux starts challenging Microsoft's dominance in the smartphone arena. At the same time, it will be interesting to see how Linux holds up in the ongoing netbook race as well.
If devices like the Asus Eee PC continue to ship with Linux, it would not be surprising if Microsoft started offering manufacturers crippled versions of Vista for netbooks at a significantly discounted price. If Microsoft were to do that, I think we'd see Linux's market share on netbooks decline because a crippled Vista would be easier for average Joe to use for email/web/IM than Linux and the cost advantage of Linux would not be as good. Still, Microsoft already missed the boat with netbooks – There is no Windows Vista Netbook Edition, as there needed to have been early last year in order for Microsoft to have crushed Linux on netbooks. Instead, manufacturers found that companies like Xandros were willing to provide small, fast, and flexible Linux distributions to meet the needs of their netbook target audience, while Microsoft wasn't interested. This was undoubtedly a good thing for Linux adoption.
In 2009, Linux will also see interesting applications in devices like the Pandora gaming handheld (a spiritual successor to the GP2X). A 600 MHz ARM processor, 800×480 screen, 802.11g, Bluetooth, USB 2.0 host, and a purported 10 hours of battery life – This handheld sounds like a gamer's dream.
However, the success of any handheld device hinges on one thing being done superbly well; Software, software, software. If the games for Pandora are bad, not even hackability can save it. If the software on the Palm Pre turns out to be garbage, same fate. One can start to see a pattern emerging though – Linux has been successful on netbooks because the software stack of Firefox/Thunderbird/Pidgin is rock solid. The software that tackles the primary use cases of netbooks is fantastic (largely in part because Firefox, Thunderbird, and Pidgin are simply mature, well-run software projects). The tricky part with Pandora is that its primary use-case (gaming) does not have a fantastic stack of off-the-shelf open source software to run, perhaps beyond emulators. No offense, but Supertux isn't exactly what I'd like to be playing on Pandora.
There is nothing magical about running Linux that will make a device better for end-users. It can cut down development and licensing costs, but ultimately the fate of Linux on handhelds in 2009 will come down to the quality of the software that runs on it. Let's hope it goes better than last year.
Fonte: http://linuxrevolution.blogspot.com/2009/01/2009-year-of-linux-handheld.html


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Rare Stephen King book up for auction
Proceeds to help Mainers heat their homes
A rare book written by author Stephen King is up for auction to help Mainers heat their homes this winter.
The rare version of "The Regulators," which King wrote under the pen name Rich Bachmann, comes with a limited edition slipcover.
There are only 500 copies in the world.
To make it even more valuable, Stephen King signed it.
The donor of the book, who wants to remain anonymous, came up with the idea to auction it off to benefit the Emmaus Homeless Shelter in Ellsworth.
The proceeds will go to the shelter's fuel fund.
"When people come in, and their tanks are empty, and they have children and babies and the elderly, the other day an 85-year-old woman came in to the shelter and it broke my heart, but I was so grateful that we were able to be here and through this fund able to help that person out," said Sister Lucille MacDonald.
The book is on display at Scotties Book House in Hancock.
You can place a bid on the book in person at the store or email the store at email@example.com.
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Malone children dedicate endowed scholarship to their parents
The family of R. C. and Bessie May Malone gathered in Waco on June 17 to dedicate the plaque for an endowed scholarship at Wayland Baptist University in their parents' name. Five of the Malones' six living children and numerous others were present for the reception held at the Baylor University alumni center in conjunction with another family event.
The Robert Clinton (R.C.) and Bessie May Malone Endowed Scholarship was created by their children to honor their parents, longtime West Texas residents and Wayland supporters.
Clint was born in 1893 in the Texas panhandle and attended a one-teacher school in Milo. A younger classmate, Bessie May attended school there as well, moving to the panhandle from Central Texas at an early age.
About 1912, Clint first attended Wayland Baptist College, taking courses in the Academy. Bessie longed to join him there but was unable to do so. Because of his father's illness, Clint returned home to manage the family farm.
In November 1914, Bessie and Clint were married. She helped out as she could as the couple labored with his parents on the farm. After four children were born, Clint moved his family to Plainview, where he again attended Wayland, preparing for the ministry. He graduated in 1931.
The greatest sorrow came to the Malones in 1943 when R. C. Jr. was killed over Sicily as he served his country during World War II.
Clint Malone pastored churches within a convenient range of Plainview for many years. Bessie was the anchor as she cared for their eight children, did what she could to earn a little money, still burning with the desire to attend her chosen school. The couple encouraged their own children to pursue higher education, and all eight earned college degrees. Daughter Lucille earned her associate's degree from Wayland in 1933 and daughter Evelyn in 1937. Son Bill and daughters Lecia and Ann also attended Wayland.
According to one granddaughter, "Strength of mind, body and character epitomized our grandparents."
Endowed scholarships are created with gifts of any size and invested through the Baptist Foundation of Texas. Once the account reaches $25,000, the scholarship is fully endowed. Annually, interest is pulled to form scholarship gifts for students in need. The initial principle of the account is never removed and can be added to over the years.
For more information on endowed scholarship gifts, contact the Office of Development at Wayland at (806) 291-3425.


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After my first summer internship, my dad urged me to open a Roth IRA and start saving for my retirement. The Roth IRA was a relatively new invention as of the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997, but my dad was always on top of these financial matters, so he helped me open a Vanguard Brokerage Account.
It was the dot-com boom and I dutifully invested my hard-earned $1,500 dollars into JDS Uniphase, only to watch it drop 20% within a few months when the market went to pieces. The dot-com boom-and-bust taught me one valuable lesson—stick with index funds, pal.
I love the idea of index funds—they invest in all the companies in an index, such as the S&P 500. You don't have to pick the right company because when you invest in a single fund, you're essentially picking them all.
As a young person, mutual funds fascinated me. What could be better than buying shares of a mutual fund and pooling my money with other investors who want their money invested in accordance with a specific investment strategy? And, at the time, they were the only type of fund that could track an index.
Mutual funds are great, but you can only buy and sell after the market closes. Getting a price update on a fund only once a day seemed a little slow. Archaic, even.
When I heard about ETFs, which are priced throughout the day, I thought they were a new investment. In reality, the first ETF in the United States was launched in 1993—25 years ago!
Thinking of ETFs as a "new" investment was the first of many misconceptions I've had to unlearn!
What are ETFs?
If you know about mutual funds, then an ETF will be familiar. ETF stands for exchange-traded fund. It's similar to a mutual fund except it's traded on an exchange like a stock. Since you can buy and sell shares throughout the day, which you can't do with mutual funds, you can see the real-time price of the ETF anytime.
ETFs and mutual funds are similar in many ways. Just as there are index mutual funds, there are index ETFs. Index funds—both mutual funds and ETFs—are passively managed funds that seek to match the performance of an underlying index. An S&P 500 index fund tries to match the performance of the S&P 500 Index and it's one of my favorite passive income investments.
The biggest difference between mutual funds and ETFs is how often shares are priced. Mutual funds aren't traded throughout the day on the open market. When you "trade" shares in a mutual fund, the transaction happens only once a day after the markets have closed. You can trade ETFs on the open market throughout the day, so you always know the exact price of a share.
There are many misconceptions about ETFs—I know because I believed a lot of them, and today we'll dispel some of the biggest.
1. ETFs are more volatile
I'm a firm believer that you should buy and hold stock investments for the long term. A mutual fund, especially a low-cost index fund that only transacts once a day, feels stable.
Why would I want an ETF that has its shares bought and sold all day? I don't want to watch the price change by the minute.
An ETF is just a fund that holds a basket of stocks and bonds that move up and down throughout the day. A mutual fund does the same thing. The only difference with a mutual fund is that you only see price changes once a day after the market has closed. The value of the mutual fund's shares change throughout the day, as its investment holdings' values change—you just don't see it.
An ETF isn't inherently more volatile just because you can trade it. It only feels that way because you see the price in real time. An ETF's volatility is based on the securities it holds—if it tracks the same benchmark as a mutual fund, the volatility will be comparable.
2. ETFs are "copies" of mutual funds
I thought all ETFs were exchange-traded versions of an existing mutual fund. For the first two decades, this was mostly true. ETFs were all based on existing benchmark indexes like the S&P 500 and Russell 2000.
Most ETFs are index funds, but you can get ETFs with a wide variety of investment strategies. There are ETF versions of your favorite index funds, like the S&P 500, as well as bond and stock funds. You can buy ETFs by asset type or sector, like a health care ETF that seeks to match the performance of the broad industry.
3. ETFs are more expensive
Buying and selling ETFs can be more expensive because they're bought and sold like stocks. Each transaction is subject to a commission, which is a fee you may have to pay your broker.
However, many brokers that offer ETFs let you buy and sell some ETFs without paying a commission. (See this recent post on the Vanguard Blog about commission-free ETFs.) When a brokerage offers commission-free ETFs, it levels the playing field with mutual funds and makes ETFs at least as affordable (if not more so) as mutual funds.
Commissions aside, when it comes down to it, an ETF is like any other financial product—price varies. An ETF isn't inherently more expensive than a mutual fund with the same investment objective that tracks the same underlying index.
I was surprised to discover that, in many cases, an ETF may actually have a lower expense ratio than a similar mutual fund. (An expense ratio is the total percentage of fund assets used to pay for administrative, management, and other costs of running a fund.)
4. ETFs are less tax-efficient
ETFs are bought and sold throughout the day on an exchange, just like stocks. I thought this frequent-trading activity made them less tax-efficient.
In reality, it doesn't. The shares of an ETF may change hands, but the underlying assets don't.
When you buy and sell shares of a mutual fund, the mutual fund's underlying assets change, and the fund must buy and sell securities to reflect this. If there's a significant flow of money in either direction, the mutual fund buys or sells the underlying securities to account for the change.
This activity can create a taxable event. If a mutual fund sells a security for more than its original price and realizes a net gain, you (the investor) are subject to capital gains tax, plus the taxes you may owe when the fund makes a distribution, such as a dividend payment, to your account.
On the other hand, when you buy and sell shares of an ETF, the ETF doesn't have to adjust its holdings, which could trigger gains and losses. While an ETF buys and sells its underlying securities as needed, outside forces don't affect an ETF as easily as a mutual fund. This makes an ETF more efficient under the same circumstances.
5. All index ETFs are created equal
If you want to buy an S&P 500 ETF, you have many options.
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO), iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV), and SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) are all ETFs that seek to match the performance of the S&P 500 Index. They're not all priced the same, however.
If you review their expense ratios, you can see a big difference.
More importantly, if you compare the year-to-date performance of each ETF, they may not match exactly. They may not even match the performance of the benchmark index, the S&P 500. This difference is known as tracking error.
ETFs use different approaches to match what they track. With an index, most ETFs buy the stocks in the index at the proper weightings. As the components or weightings of the index change, the ETF adjusts accordingly, but not instantaneously. This may lead to a difference in the returns based on how quickly the ETF adjusts.
You might think a positive tracking error is a good thing because the fund's return is higher than the underlying index. A slight difference is acceptable, but you don't want a large disparity. The goal of investing in an index fund is to mirror the returns of the underlying index given its risk profile. If the fund's holdings no longer match its respective index, you may be exposed to a risk profile you didn't sign up for.
It's important to review the ETF's expense ratio and tracking error before selecting the ETF you want.
Why doesn't everyone buy ETFs?
Does it sound like ETFs are amazingly flexible? What are the benefits of mutual funds?
One big factor in favor of mutual funds is choice. There's a wider selection of mutual funds because they've been around longer.
And don't forget cost, since you'll usually pay a commission when you buy and sell ETF shares.
I hope I've dispelled a few of the misconceptions you may have had about ETFs and consider them the next time you think about your portfolio.
You must buy and sell Vanguard ETF Shares through Vanguard Brokerage Services (we offer them commission-free) or through another broker (which may charge commissions). See the Vanguard Brokerage Services commission and fee schedules for full details. Vanguard ETF Shares are not redeemable directly with the issuing fund other than in very large aggregations worth millions of dollars. ETFs are subject to market volatility. When buying or selling an ETF, you will pay or receive the current market price, which may be more or less than net asset value.
- All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest.
- Past performance is not a guarantee of future returns.
- Jim Wang's opinions are not necessarily those of Vanguard.


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Granted, these aren't your brand-name presidential candidates, but they are the ballot for the Republican nomination. Tucson Weekly held a debate with some of the less conventional Republican candidates, and asked them some less conventional questions. Surprisingly, three out of these seven candidates would give zombies the right to vote. But would zombies vote Republican?
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Ok with the season being as bad as it has been so far we need to to take as many positive things from it as we can. With that said, does Jamal Crawford deserve NBA player of the week? He fueled the wins over Washington, Det, and was clutch to say the least against NJ. So does that warrant a NBA player of the week nod. I say yes, although I can't say that I've been tracking anyone elses production to compare his numbers to. But he has been the best player on a team that won all but one game during this NBA week. Like I said, a small recongnition, nothing to give a contract extension over, but he deserves his due.
See I like Jamal, but it just scares the hell out of me to have him as our "go to player". He just may be more of a streak shooter than John Starks, but Starks wasn't our go to player, so we could live with it. But Jamal has been breaking down the defense and finding big men for dunks, so atleast we aren't totally relying on his shot.


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Several years ago, a church received a new pastor. A group of members decided they did not appreciate him or his style of preaching, so they decided to boycott the services, while still attending the Bible study/Sunday School classes.
After just six months, this man resigned from his position. The tension among the group of church members not only hurt the pastor and his family; it hurt the remnant of the congregation who lost a friend when he resigned.
Unfortunately, examples like this are all too common. How did we get to this point? Read what James wrote to a group of Christians:
What is the source of quarrels and conflicts among you? Is not the source your pleasures that wage war in your members? You lust and do not have; so you commit murder. You are envious and cannot obtain; so you fight and quarrel. You do not have because you do not ask. You ask and do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, so that you may spend it on your pleasures. – James 4:1-3
Cultural Influence
The passage says, "You lust and do not have; so you commit murder." Why is this? We can attribute much if these lusts to human nature, but what about the messages that we get from our culture? We are taught from all avenues of media to serve ourselves and give into our carnal desires.
When James uses the phrase "commit murder," he refers to the hate that can manifest in our hearts if our selfish desires are not kept in check. 1 John 3:15 tell us that "Everyone who hates his brother is a murderer." When we allow our desire for control in the church to overtake our desire to love one another, we allow hate to creep into our hearts.
Our culture does not teach us to consider others first. Unfortunately, this way of thinking seeps into the church and results in power struggles over things like who gets to decide the style of music or which program volunteers and/or church staff members have more say in how things are run.
It is crucial to know the Word of God if we are to resist these types of influences.
Insecurity does not discriminate. In some ways, it could be classified as an epidemic among God's children. Sometimes, this insecurity takes the form of conflict among believers.
James 4:2 says, "You are envious and cannot obtain." Envy often stems from an insecurity issue. When we are not satisfied with where we are in our earthly journey (in a worldly sense), or the lot God has given us, there is a fertile breeding ground for insecurity.
If our hearts are left untreated, feelings of envy will overtake us and often result in an outward, argumentative behavior. We are not to deny our feelings of envy; we are only to deny their authority over our lives. Be honest with God; take your feelings of jealousy toward a brother or sister in Christ and lay them before Him.
Only He can treat them.
James writes in 4:3, "You ask and do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives."
We might truly believe that God wants us to have the very position of power or status that we crave among our church body. When we want something badly, we can convince ourselves that it is God's will. It is important to take inventory of your motives. Ask yourself questions such as: Why do I feel this way? How would God's Kingdom be advanced as a result of this?
Don't buy into the cultural message that if you believe it to be true in your heart that it must be "right." Jeremiah 17:9 tells us that our hearts are deceitful. Ask God to reveal your motives, and ask Him to direct your prayers according to His will.
God will never answer a prayer in a way that contradicts what He tells us in the Bible. It is important to stay grounded in Scriptures so that we can know if our desires are worth fighting for.


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Pope Benedict values the input of his predecessors.
5. In some respects, my venerable predecessor saw this Year as a "consequence and a necessity of the postconciliar period",[Paul VI, General Audience (14 June 1967): Insegnamenti V (1967), 801] fully conscious of the grave difficulties of the time, especially with regard to the profession of the true faith and its correct interpretation. It seemed to me that timing the launch of the Year of Faith to coincide with the fiftieth anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council would provide a good opportunity to help people understand that the texts bequeathed by the Council Fathers, in the words of Blessed John Paul II, "have lost nothing of their value or brilliance. They need to be read correctly, to be widely known and taken to heart as important and normative texts of the Magisterium, within the Church's Tradition … I feel more than ever in duty bound to point to the Council as the great grace bestowed on the Church in the twentieth century: there we find a sure compass by which to take our bearings in the century now beginning."[Novo Millennio Ineunte 57] I would also like to emphasize strongly what I had occasion to say concerning the Council a few months after my election as Successor of Peter: "if we interpret and implement it guided by a right hermeneutic, it can be and can become increasingly powerful for the ever necessary renewal of the Church."[Address to the Roman Curia (22 December 2005): AAS 98 (2006), 52.]
"Correct" is used twice here. This quality occurs when innumerable people discern spiritually and pastorally, the urgings of the Holy Spirit, and the needs of the people of the times. The Magisterium has a role, and a vital one, naturally. But at some point, pastors, catechists, parents, and regular believers must lead and live the life of faith in their own surroundings. Life is so complex; no institution can possibly hope to provide all the easy answers in all situations.
Ideally, believers are given tools to apply church teachings to their life. What would these be? Methods of prayer. Messages of encouragement. Aspects of culture that uplift the mind and heart.
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Happy Tuesday!
I figured instead of posting what was in the Ipsy bag every month I would give it a week or so to test out the products and let you know my opinion. Because that's what every one really wants to know, isn't it? :)
I really got a lot of use out of this month's Ipsy bag. I never tried any of these products before so all of it is a first for me. (By the way - can I just say how difficult it is to take photos in the fall? It's dark before you know it and when you want to take pictures the natural sunlight is already gone! *The blogger's real struggle*)
Everything in the picture above was included with the Ipsy bag minus the Kiss nail decals.
I actually picked these up while we were grocery shopping. I'm such a sucker for nail stickers.
Caviar CC creme not only smells amazing but works amazing as well. The only grip I would have is that it leaves your hair with the stiff-gel consistency, but all you need to do is brush your hair out and it's gone! You can find this product here. Originally $25. The size of the one from Sephora ia 2.5 Fl. Oz and mine is .85. But this will definitely get me a few more uses, especially if you just use it on your ends like I'm doing.
This is the only product I didn't use. I'm always weary of facial products because of my skin type. I may try it tonight. If it's something to write home about I'll do a review, if not, consider it not that great. Haha. Anyway, you can find it here for the full size it's $13.99
I was super excited to see this shadow brush in my Ipsy bag. I saw Crown brushes at IMATS this past spring but never tried them. I love this brush because it's a two in one. It picks up pigment amazing-ly and I seriously have no complaints. I have been using it every day ever since. I tried to search for this brush on their website but didn't have any luck.
I have tried a Pacifica product in another Ipsy glam bag and was not a fan - it was an eyeshadow duo and I just didn't like the way the colors came out - not very pigmented. This eye pencil however is AMAZING. It's so soft and smooth. Immediately after I tried it I went onto their website and wanted to see about ordering more. You can find them here for $11.00
I have never heard of Hikari lipsticks before this Ipsy bag. It's such cute and simple packaging (The best kind). I can't express how much I love this color and it's seriously perfect for Fall and Winter months. It's the prettiest cranberry shade here for $13.00
Swatches of the eyeliner and lipstick.
I spent $10 for the Ispy bag and got $63 worth of sample sized products.
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Pandora founder Tim Westergren is going to hate this ad, taken out in Billboard magazine, in which dozens of artists -- from Cee Lo Green to the Dead Kennedys -- claim that it's time to end Pandora's "discount" royalty fees in favor of having the company pay full freight for the songs it plays.
Westergren has been lobbying Congress to pass the "Internet Radio Fairness Act (H.R. 6480 and S. 3609)," which will make the royalty rates Pandora pays even cheaper. The Billboard ad claims:
We are big fans of Pandora. That's why we helped give the company a discount on rates for the past decade.
... Why is the company asking Congress once again to step in and gut the royalties that thousands of musicians reply upon? That's not fair and that's not how partners work together.
I've argued for years that Pandora's business model has a fatal flaw: The royalty fees it pays make the company permanently unprofitable. Only by changing the law and reducing those fees can Pandora survive in the long run. Westergren's bill is a bet-the-company effort.
The ad, placed by performance rights groups Sound Exchange and MusicFirst, is embarrassing because it argues, in essence, that "you didn't build that." "Pandora's principle asset is the music," the ad says -- and that comes from artists not Pandora. Click to enlarge:


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The Oncology Drug Pathway Analyzer is an interactive high level data tool to analyze several thousand drug-pathway connections in more than 100 different cancer indications on the fly. The tool lets you examine both single pathways and crosstalk between pathways of drugs and filter the included drugs per pathway by twelve drug specific parameters (i.e. Indication, Stage, Company, Molecular function etc.).
The Oncology Drug Pathway Analyzer is a great facilitator to realize your position and options in drug development when utilizing pathways and it significantly cuts the amount of time it takes to do so.
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Read more below on how to bring out the power in your pipeline and start to quickly analyze the impact of emerging pathway data in cancer by getting your own version of the Oncology Drug Pathway Analyzer.
In the March 20, 2012 issue of the journal Cancer Cell, researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reveal that the mTOR molecular pathway stimulates the activity of the Gli1 protein in the development and progression of esophageal cancer. Hitherto it is known that the Hedgehog pathway is the established pathway for activating Gli1. In experiments the researchers then went on to show that a combination of the mTOR inhibitor everolimus (Afinitor) and the Hedgehog inhibitor vismodegib (Erivedge) steeply reduced the tumor burden in a mouse model of esophageal adenocarcinoma.
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NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee State University women's basketball team picked up its first home win of the season after defeating Martin Methodist College, 92-61, Sunday afternoon in the Gentry Center.
The win for Tennessee State (3-7) was the largest margin of victory since the 2008-09 season when the Lady Tigers defeated UT Martin, 89-53.
Martin Methodist fell to 10-3 on the season.
The Lady Tigers were led in scoring by Chelsea Hudson's 24 points while Rachel Allen tallied 13. Jayda Johnson finished the game with a team-high 12 rebounds while I'mani Davis recorded seven steals.
Transfer Briana Morrow had seven points and three rebounds in her debut as a Lady Tiger.
Martin Methodist was forced to burn its second timeout of the first half after TSU jumped out to a 21-8 lead at the 11:30 mark. The Lady Tigers were outscored, 8-2, over the next few minutes as the Redhawks cut the deficit down to seven.
The visitors chopped TSU's lead down to four with 3:21 left in the frame but the Lady Tigers would soon regain control of the contest. A free-throw by Julie McCarthy, followed by four consecutive points from Chelsea Hudson sparked a 12-0 run that put the Lady Tigers on top, 46-30, at the halftime break.
By the midway point of the second half, TSU had imposed its will on Martin Methodist. The Lady Tigers, led, 73-43, following a steal and break-away lay-up by I'mani Davis with 10:09 remaining.
TSU maintained a comfortable lead the rest of the game on the way to posting a season-high 91 points.
The Lady Tigers shot 42.5 percent (31-of-73) from the field while making 26-of-33 (78.8 percent) from the charity stripe. TSU lost the battle of the boards, 52-47, but held the advantage in points in the paint, 30-18, assists, 17-8 and fast break points, 10-4.
Tennessee State returns to action on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at Tennessee. Game time is at 7 p.m. eastern in the Thompson Boling Arena.


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As-you-like-it Christmas cake
Use your choice of dried fruit, nuts, citrus zest and booze (or even tea) and get your cake made up to six months in advance
Nutrition and extra info
Nutrition: per serving
- kcal681
- fat24g
- saturates14g
- carbs112g
- sugars97g
- fibre3g
- protein8g
- salt0.26g
- 1kg mixed dried fruit (any blend of raisins, sultanas, currants, mixed peel, dried cranberries, glacé cherries, chopped dried apricots, dates, dried figs or dried pineapple)
- 150ml sherry, brandy, rum or brewed tea, plus extra for feeding
- zest and juice 2 oranges, 2 lemons or 4 clementines
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- 250g pack unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for the tin
- 250g light, soft brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
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- 200g plain flour
- 2 tsp mixed spice
- 100g whole or flaked almonds, chopped hazelnuts, walnuts or brazil nuts (optional)
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Put your chosen dried fruit mixture into a large bowl with your choice of alcohol or tea, citrus zest and juice. Mix well, cover and leave overnight.
Heat oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3. Butter and double-line a deep cake tin – 20cm round or 18cm square – with enough baking parchment to come about 2.5cm above the top of the tin. Wrap the outside of the tin with a few sheets of newspaper, securing with staples or string.
Beat the butter, sugar and vanilla until creamy, then beat in the eggs one by one. Tip in the flour, mixed spice, soaked dried fruit and any liquid from the bowl, plus your chosen nuts, if using. Stir everything together, then scrape into the cake tin. Using the back of your spoon, make a slight dent in the centre of the mixture, then bake for 1½ hrs.
Reduce oven to 140C/120C fan/gas 1, loosely cover the top of the cake with a double sheet of foil or baking parchment, and bake for another 2 ½ - 3 hrs or until a skewer poked right to the bottom comes out clean. Cool in the tin, then lift out and wrap in greaseproof paper or baking parchment. Keep in a cake tin with a tight-fitting lid, or wrapped in a large sheet of foil, in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months. Open the cake every week or two to feed by poking with a skewer in several places and dribbling over a little more of your chosen alcohol or tea.


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LONDON – Britain's public spending watchdog says it will investigate severance packages at the BBC in the wake of a highly-criticized payout to the broadcaster's former director general.
The probe comes after a group of British lawmakers accused the BBC of being cavalier with taxpayers' money by paying 450,000 pounds ($730,000) in severance to George Entwistle — double the amount he was entitled to — when he quit last month over the BBC's disastrous handling of fallout from the Jimmy Savile sex abuse scandal.
Barry Lester, a spokesman for the National Audit Office, said Wednesday the watchdog had written to the BBC saying it wanted to look at Entwistle's payout and that the broadcaster had responded by asking the NAO to undertake a wider study in 2013 on its severance packages.


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On Tuesday, September 14th, the Guardian launched a new website in collaboration with the Gates Foundation. The site is dedicated entirely to global development, was built with the Millennium Development Goals as a framework, and launched just one week before the UN Summit.
Be sure to check out the following components of the new site:
- Blogosphere, collection of several blogs that cover international development issues (including Maternal Mortality Daily!)
- Special section on maternal health
- Poverty Matters, email updates on the latest happenings in the development field
- Talk Point, a space for site users to connect and share knowledge
- Development News, a section for reporting on global development issues
See below for the press release about the new site:
The Guardian today has launched a new website in partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to help focus the world's attention on global development. The site will provide a new space for discussion and interaction on the biggest challenges affecting the lives of billions of people across the developing world, including poverty, hunger, infant mortality, adaptation to climate change and economic development.
One aim of the website, which launches just a week before a major UN summit, is to hold governments, institutions and NGOs accountable for the implementation of the United Nations millennium development goals (MDGs), which 192 countries signed up to in 2000. Huge advances have been made with many of the MDGs, and the new site will enable people around the world to better monitor how each country is performing.
For the first time, individuals will be able to access a central data store using the world's top sources for development and aid data, through which they can access development statistics, and information. For example, users will be able to find out who has given the most aid to Pakistan, or which countries have the highest Aids rates.
Alan Rusbridger, Editor-in-Chief, Guardian News & Media, said: "All too often the mainstream press ignores long-term development stories. However, it is essential to have a place where some of the biggest questions facing humanity are analysed and debated, and through which we can monitor the effectiveness of the billions of pounds of aid that flows annually into the developing world. The creation of this website is a natural step for the Guardian, which has always been internationalist in its outlook and passionate about social justice."
Kate James, Chief Communications Officer for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which is part-funding the site along with Guardian News & Media, said: " We are excited to be working with the Guardian on this unique project – creating a global hub for information, debate and action around global development. We welcome the Guardian's commitment to bringing together and galvanizing the community engaged on these issues and believe that, in doing so, this hub can play an important role in putting a spotlight on global health and development."
The website features the best of the Guardian's writers on development, including Madeleine Bunting, Sarah Boseley, Larry Elliott and John Vidal, as well as bringing together a selection of the most distinctive development blogs from around the world and a monthly 'Poverty Matters' podcast. In keeping with guardian.co.uk's mutualisation strategy, the website will focus on linked reporting and response, giving readers the ability to follow conversations and debates, compare sources and links, and get involved.
It is also being supported by more than 20 of the world's leading development experts, including Nobel prize winner Amartya Sen and American economist and Director of the Earth Institute at Columbia University, Jeff Sachs.


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