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Predator-prey systems: The dynamical relationship between predators and their prey, which is one of important themes in ecology, can be modeled by establishing predator prey systems of two first-order differential equations with suitable functional responses. The qualitative theories of dynamical systems are used and the dynamical behaviours of such predator-prey systems with initial states near equilibria can be predicted for appropriate ranges of parameters involved. These dynamical behaviours not only provide predication whether the two species will suffer from mutual extinction but also get insight into the optimal management of renewable resources like fishery and forestry.

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yonge & eg was farmland back in 1940s..

funny how all around that area is still mostly suburbs, but they are trying to build condos for people to escape the commute I guess.

yonge & sheppard even more so. Was farmland until 1960s, there was a Canadian Tire Warehouse there and that's it.

Not a fan of those areas to be honest. I prefer to be around Bloor St, or south of that.

Which reminds me - there's a Little Italy pedestrian weekend this weekend

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Stress mounts when job satisfaction falls. Here's a look at some of the causes of job dissatisfaction — and practical ways to boost job satisfaction.

By Mayo Clinic Staff

Do you find yourself dreading the start of the workweek? Or wishing the current workday away? Are you no longer enthusiastic about your job?

In a challenging economy, you might not feel that you can simply change jobs — but you might be able to change how you think about your job to improve your job satisfaction.

If you've gone sour on your job, think about what motivates and inspires you — and how you approach your work. For example:

  • It's a job. If you approach work as a job, you focus primarily on the financial rewards. The nature of the work might hold little interest for you. What's important is the money. If a job with more pay comes your way, you'll likely move on.
  • It's a career. If you approach work as a career, you're likely interested in advancement. Your current job might be a steppingstone to your ultimate goal. What's important is to be regarded as a success in your field.
  • It's a calling. If you approach your job as a calling, you focus on the work itself. You're less interested in financial gain or career advancement, preferring instead to find a sense of fulfillment from the work itself.

One approach isn't necessarily better, and you might find elements of all three perspectives important. Still, if you're unsatisfied with your job, it's helpful to reflect on why you work.

Think about what originally drew you to your current job, and whether it might be a factor in your lack of job satisfaction. Understanding what motivates you in your work can help you reframe your expectations and make choices to increase your satisfaction.

Regardless of why you work, there are strategies that can help breathe new life into your job. For example:

  • Create new challenges. Take on a project that will motivate you and give you a sense of control. Start small before moving on to larger goals. Working on something you care about can boost your confidence and job satisfaction.
  • Mentor a colleague. Once you've mastered a job, you might find it too routine. Helping a new team member or an intern advance his or her skills can restore the challenge and the job satisfaction you desire.
  • Expand your skills. If you're feeling bored, ask your supervisor about cross-training. Perhaps you could train for new or additional tasks. If your company is launching a new project, volunteer for the team.
  • Learn from your mistakes. Don't let setbacks erode your job satisfaction. When you make a mistake at work, learn from it and try again. If you receive a less than stellar appraisal, ask about attending seminars or taking classes to improve your performance.
  • Stay positive. Use positive thinking to reframe your thoughts about your job. When you catch yourself thinking your job is terrible, stop the thought in its tracks. Remember, everyone encounters good days and bad days on the job.
  • Be grateful. Gratitude can help you focus on what's positive about your job. Ask yourself, "What am I grateful for at work today?" If it's only that you're having lunch with a friendly colleague, that's OK. Find at least one thing you're grateful for and savor it.
  • Nurture your passion. If your job satisfaction has waned, but seeking a new job isn't a realistic option, you might consider your current job as a welcome paycheck that allows you to focus your energy on interests outside of work. Sometimes work is simply a means to enjoy those things you're truly passionate about.

Whether your work is a job, a career or a calling, you can take steps to restore its meaning. Make the best of difficult work situations by maintaining a positive attitude. Be creative as you think of ways to change your circumstances — or how you view your circumstances. Doing so can help you manage your stress and experience the rewards of your profession.

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It can be difficult for smaller companies to be heard amidst the chaos of the bigger mobile phone giants, this may be why ZTE has decided to show the world its Blade V ahead of the IFA 2013 event in just a couple of days.

The four-inch device brings a quad-core 1.2GHz Qualcomm processor, 1GB of RAM, 4GB of memory, microSD card slot, five-megapixel camera and tons of apps, all for the very affordable price of just over £70.

ZTE says the phone is "ideal for those on the go" and the device also comes with Kingsoft Office as standard. The handset won't weigh you down as it is only as heavy as the Samsung Galaxy S4, at 130 grams.

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Join us for an evening of creating corn husk dolls, complete with clothing and accessories. We will have special guest speakers that will focus on mindfulness and what that means to us during our evening.

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'How to be a Gentleman' (CBS)

The "Odd Couple"-esque "How to Be a Gentleman," inspired by the book of the same name, follows a fussy etiquette columnist and a rough-around-the-edges personal trainer. The refined writer, under threat of unemployment, hires the bad-boy lug to teach him about being a manly man. Hilarity ensues? David Hornsby plays the fastidious Felix-like character, and Kevin Dillon stars as his ripped and rude Oscar. David Foley, Rhys Darby and Mary Lynn Rasjkub also star. Executive producers include Hornsby ("It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia") and Adam Chase ("Friends"). RELATED: Photos: TV stars promote network lineups CBS unveils prime-time schedule Video: Watch a sneak preview of 'How to be a Gentleman' -- T.L. Stanley Photo: Kevin Dillon, left, and Bert Lansing in "How to be a Gentleman."
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Reggie Fils-Aime: Nintendo fans "insatiable", always "want more"

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“One of the things that, on one hand, I love and, on the other hand, that troubles me tremendously about not only our fanbase but about the gaming community at large is that, whenever you share information, the perspective is, 'Thank you, but I want more'. 'Thank you, but give me more'. I mean, it is insatiable.”

That’s the surprising admission from Nintendo’s American boss Reggie Fils-Aime following yet another round of criticism from gamer’s after the company’s presentations at and after E3.

“For years this community has been asking, 'Where's Pikmin? Where's Pikmin? Where'sPikmin?' We give them Pikmin. And then they say, 'What else?' For years, this community have said, 'Damnit Reggie, when you launch, you better launch with a Mario game'. So we launch with a Mario game, and they say, 'So what's more?'” he told Kotaku.

"I have heard people say, 'You know, you've got these fantastic franchises, beyond what you're doing in Smash Bros., isn't there a way to leverage all these franchises?' So we create Nintendo Land and they say, 'Ho-hum, give me more'. So it's an interesting challenge.

"I think part of it is your fans expect genius from the company. And they got used to NintendogsBrain Age,Wii Sports – not all of them necessarily launch games – but you're a hit-driven company that can create phenomenons, and when you guys launch a console, people expect – I expect – to see software that doesn't feel like stuff I necessarily saw the year before, but an evolution and new shocking ideas.

"It's not a question of understanding. I think people understood what we showed. It's the question of, as a gamer, 'Is this for me and something I can get excited about?' And Wii Fit did not get that reaction. And yet 43-million copies around the world, it's a phenomenon.

“And so I would argue that the gaming community actually is unable to differentiate between a phenomenon and something that is 'ho-hum'."

He’s right, of course, but the comments are nonetheless very surprising at a time when Nintendo is attempting to go out of its way to appease its traditional, core fanbase.

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Rib Pain from Coughing

Rib pain from coughing may be something simple, but can be a serious matter. Watch out for signs of danger and know how to deal with it!

When you experience rib pain from coughing there could be several different causes. That type of pain can be an indication of a serious problem, or it could be something cured as easily as just resting a strained muscle. The important thing is that you learn more about what can cause it, when you should see a doctor, and what to expect as far as treatment. What you shouldn’t do is just assume it will go away on its own.

What Causes Rib Pain from Coughing?

  1. Forceful Coughing or Muscle Strain

The simplest reason you may have rib pain from coughing is just the strength of the cough itself.It is easy to forget that the ribs are where a complex series of muscles are located that help with all things involving breath. That includes respiration and coughing. The intercostal muscles are the muscles located along the ribs and it is easy to strain them with a harsh cough, plus your diaphragm muscle is involved.

The muscle involvement doesn’t end there, the ones in your neck and back also work to allow your chest to lift up and open to enlarge the thoracic cavity. It is the negative pressure that this movement creates that draws air into the lungs that is then forced out with the cough. The key word is pressure, and there is a lot of it. All of this is also controlled by the vocal and throat muscles, they act as a valve to let the intense pressure of air in and out. All of that can quickly fatigue muscle and cause strain - which you then experience as rib pain.

  1. Costochondritis (Inflamed Cartilage)

Cartilage is what connects bones together. When the cartilage that connects the ribs to other bones becomes inflamed through overuse or injury, it is called constochondritis. Pain and tenderness in the area is common but upon coughing the pain is much more extreme.

The pain you will feel as a symptom of this condition is typically located on the left side of your breast bone. It can be a dull and constant pain, but upon deep breathing, coughing or sneezing can cause pain in several ribs at once.

  1. Injury or Overuse

Injuring your ribs can happen very easily. You can break or bruise the rib bone, you can also strain, stretch or tear the muscles and tendons that surround the ribs too. Sometimes, overuse of the muscle can also cause harm to the bone - and that is just double trouble.

One of the classic signs of a rib injury is that you feel like you can only breathe in small gasps. As part of your recovery you have to make yourself take deep breaths. This is the only way to prevent lung and chest infections from developing as you need to clear the mucus from your chest. Another thing to expect is some swelling, bruising and overall tenderness in the area.

  1. Joint Conditions

Osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and other degenerative joint diseases can all lead to rib pain, especially when coughing. The cartilage that joins the ribs to other bones is also a large part of the flexibility and movement of the rib area. When this becomes inflamed, or begins to degenerate, the pain is often intense. There can also be points at which the rib area feels stiff and it can make coughing painful

  1. Pleurisy

Another common cause is pleurisy. This is caused by an inflammation of the pleura (a membrane that covers the lungs and has two layers) and there may also be a buildup of fluid between the membranes.

It is experienced by sharp pain when breathing, usually on one side, and severe pain when coughing, moving, bending or sneezing. The pain very often radiates up into the shoulder as well. Breathing shallowly can relieve the pain. Other important symptoms of pleurisy include shallow breathing and a very dry cough. The body is trying to clear the lungs when it is not the lungs but the fluid in the membrane causes the issue.

  1. Other Lung Infections and Disorders

If you have rib pain from coughing that could be a sign of a lung infection or disorder. The most common is pneumonia. The thick mucus that builds up in the lungs requires coughing to be expelled, but it is so thick that the stress of coughing strains the ribs and causes pain.

Asthma, bronchitis and COPD can also be contributing factors to rib pain.

When to Worry

Some rib pain from coughing is no cause for concern, but when it is occurring with certain other symptoms there is cause for alarm. If you notice any of the following symptoms along with your coughing and rib pain seek medical help as soon as possible.

  • An increase in the shortness or shallowness of breaths you are taking.
  • Rib or chest pain that is getting more frequent or more severe
  • Pain in chest
  • Abdominal pain or pain in your shoulder
  • Sputum that contains blood
  • A cough that produces yellow or green mucous
  • Fever

All of the above are warning signs that you may be in immediate danger. These signs, in any combination - and not all of them have to be present - may mean you have a serious chest infection or that you may have broken a rib. A broken rib can be life threatening as it can cause a lung to collapse or puncture a major organ. Get help immediately if you have rib pain when you cough and any of these symptoms.

How to Deal with Rib Pain from Coughing

  • Once the cause of your rib pain from coughing is identified there will be a course of treatment prescribed. Depending on whether or not it is infection based, you may need medication. Your doctor may also prescribe you medication to thin mucus so you do not have to cough so deeply.
  • Rest and icing the area may also be called for. While you are recovering it is important that you follow your doctor’s instructions. If you have damage to your ribs and still are coughing, they may recommend that you press a pillow to your ribs when coughing to lessen the movement of the injured bone.
  • Complete bedrest is typical in the case of broken ribs as they cannot be put in a cast and must move to allow you to breathe. Your doctor may also prescribe a cough reliever and/or pain medication. The type of treatment you receive will depend on the diagnosis of the cause of your pain.

What Others Have Experienced

“When I was pregnant with my first child I started to have rib pain every time I coughed and it felt like I couldn’t take a full breath without pain. Everyone around me told me not to worry and that it was just pleurisy. I didn’t want to risk anything so I went to the ER. They were concerned about a clot on my lung so I had X-rays and other tests done to make sure that everything was OK. It was OK, but I am glad I went. What they told me about what could cause rib pain from coughing was nothing to be taken lightly. It could have been a life threatening condition for me and the baby.”

“I made the mistake of deciding that my rib pain was just a muscle pain and all I needed was some aspirin. By the time I decided it was time to go see the doctor the pain was so bad I could barely walk or breathe. Turns out I didn’t have a muscle sprain, I had three broken ribs and pleurisy. The doctor was mad. If I had gone in earlier I would not have wound up in such bad condition. Now I am on bed rest, no lifting and no driving for 3 weeks. If I had waited any longer he said I would have developed an infection in my lungs. I didn’t know it could be that serious, but now I do. ”

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10 Questions: Ilona J. Frieden, MD

'The structure of the system itself is the biggest barrier'

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The molecular biology revolution and research on how disease impacts quality of life are two of the most exciting advances in the field of medicine, Ilona J. Frieden, MD, tells MedPage Today in this installment of 10 Questions.

Frieden is a professor of dermatology and pediatrics, and director of pediatric dermatology at the University of California San Francisco and Benioff Children's Hospital. She has more than 30 years' experience in the management of a variety of dermatologic conditions including birthmarks, hemangiomas, eczema, and numerous other pediatric skin conditions. She is the founder and has served as director of the multi-disciplinary Vascular Anomalies Clinic at UCSF for the past 25 years. Frieden is an editor-in-chief of the journal Pediatric Dermatology, co-editor of the textbook Neonatal and Infant Dermatology, and a founding member and executive board member of the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA).

1. What's the biggest barrier to practicing medicine today?

The structure of the system itself is the biggest barrier. I feel like we in medicine live simultaneously in both the best and worst of all possible worlds -- there are so many exciting advances, medications, technologies. At the same time, the system for delivering medicine in the United States is a poorly functioning patchwork quilt that is a hybrid between free enterprise and single-payer delivery of care. Often it feels like we are incorporating the worst aspects of both.

2. What is your most vivid memory involving a patient who could not afford to pay for healthcare (or meds or tests, etc.) and how did you respond?

Rather than think of a particular case, I think about repeated scenarios which don't seem to improve. In my specialty, dermatology, there are huge geographic and delivery disparities. On a daily basis we see families drive 4 to 5 hours to get dermatologic care for their kids, even for common conditions such as severe acne or eczema. It is made even worse because children disproportionately have Medicaid insurance (called MediCal in California) and few if any local dermatologists will see them due to very poor reimbursement rates. And although the technologies definitely exist for us to be able to manage many of their conditions via telemedicine, there are huge bureaucratic barriers to being able to do this.

3. What do you most often wish you could say to patients, but don't?

"Believe me, I'm not lying when I say your child's eczema is NOT caused by a food allergy." I do try to get this point across but in more subtle ways. Many parents are convinced that if they cut out a particular food, their child's eczema will go away and they want me to figure out what food is causing it. Unfortunately, it is a multifactorial disease and almost never caused by a discrete food allergy.

4. If you could change or eliminate something about the healthcare system, what would it be?

I wish that the EHR were as elegant and easy to use as a smartphone. One problem is that the EHR is not just a medical record but simultaneously a compliance document. I wish that could somehow be changed. Its dual use means it gets bloated with tons of extraneous information and documentation for all kinds of things that don't fit into the narrative of the actual visit itself. This makes it more time-consuming and more difficult to focus on the central purpose of the visit. And when you read a visit note, you have to wade through tons of verbiage and skip from place to place to figure out what were the key findings and conclusions.

5. What is the most important piece of advice for med students or doctors just starting out today?

Try to stay in touch with the idealism and passion that drew you to medicine in the first place. Most people going into medicine are drawn to the field with a desire to help people, to do right by their patients, and to make a difference in people's lives. Retaining this sense isn't always easy, but a key is practicing what I like to call "realistic optimism." I don't think being cynical or negative is -- in the long run -- very helpful. Instead, it's best to try and look at the glass as half full and see what's really positive about what we do day in and day out, and not spend time and energy bemoaning the frustrating and stupid barriers that we face. Learning how to work in systems, including joining together with others to advocate for change, is also a good coping strategy.

6. What is your "elevator" pitch to persuade someone to pursue a career in medicine?

It's really a privilege to earn a living by doing something that's a mission-driven process where you can affect people's lives in a positive way. You get to help people and be a part of their journeys and lives just by coming to work. And you also make a comfortable living doing it! There aren't that many careers where that's the case.

7. What is the most rewarding aspect of being a doctor?

Being able to have a career where you can have a mission-driven life with a lot of potential for variety, not just always doing the same thing. I also love that I am able to participate in or be in close proximity to new knowledge. For example, the genomic revolution is so exciting and it directly affects our medical practices. When I started in medical school, Watson and Crick had already discovered DNA and scientists had some ideas about how the immune system worked. But the pace of discovery from those days (in the mid-1970s) to now is truly astonishing. As a physician, particularly working in an academic center, I get to have a ringside seat watching these advances and in many cases am able to incorporate them into patient care.

8. What is the most memorable research published since you became a physician and why?

Two things -- one is the molecular biology revolution including our understanding of immunology and genetics. The other is the formal study to understand the impact of disease on quality of life. That's something that wasn't really appreciated before.

9. Do you have a favorite medical-themed book, movie or TV show?

There are two nonfiction books I read recently that come to mind; one is the late Oliver Sacks's autobiography "On the Move," which recounts his career path as a neurologist and a writer. The other is Atul Gawande's book "Being Mortal," which I think everyone should read. He is not doing original research, but he synthesizes other people's research and tells stories in a way that really makes you think about death but also about living with purpose. Fantastic. In terms of fiction, I really liked "Cutting for Stone" by Abraham Verghese.

10. What is your advice to other physicians on how to avoid burnout?

I like to think about work effort as being analogous to aerobic and anaerobic exercise. You have to figure out if what you're doing is aerobic work -- if so, you can continue to do that for a long time and not feel you're doing something that's fundamentally unsustainable. Anaerobic work, on the other hand, is doable in sprints, but is fundamentally not sustainable in the long run.

A book I particularly like that addresses this issue is called "The Power of Full Engagement." It talks about managing energy, not time. Flogging yourself to keep going and going doesn't necessarily mean you get more done. It is better to maximize the use of your energy with great focus, but also to take breaks and nurture yourself in other ways. That said, I don't truly believe in work-life balance because I don't think you ever get to equipoise. It is always a work in progress.

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Colleges That Have Produced the Most Super Bowl Players

Every year we see drafts to the NFL just after the college football season gets over. The talented players would find their place in any of the NFL teams and become the center of attraction across the country. Every year we see some surprises like some players who did well in college fail to perform in the bigger league, whereas few others who were underrated, outperform and help their team to reach the Super Bowl.

There are some college teams who give the best valuable players to NFL, and if we look at their performance, one thing is sure that they are consistent in providing high-quality players. Importantly, the teams are having more professionalism and more sports culture than its peers. Let’s look at some of the schools contributing the maximum number of Super Bowl stars every year.

1. Miami Hurricanes

This college has surpassed all its peers in terms of the number of players produced to Super Bowl. It has achieved 118 player appearances in Super Bowl history. Considering the fact that there are only 51 games to date, at least two players on average appeared in the game. Just remember some of the great names Michael Irvin, Ray Lewis, Ottis Anderson, Jim Kelly, Ed Reed, and all of them were from Hurricanes. It has also produced two Super Bowl MVPs as well.

2. USC Trojans

Trojans are not far behind and give the tight competition to Hurricanes with 116 player appearances in Super Bowl history. Lynn Swann, Marcus Allen, Malcolm Smith, and Troy Polamalu were once part of the team. When it comes to Super Bowl MVPs the team scores better than Hurricanes with three MVPs.

3. UCLA Bruins

Bruins are also giving a tight competition to its both Trojans and Hurricanes with 110 player appearances in Super Bowl. It has produced the players like Troy Aikman and Ken Norton to the game with Aikman winning the only Super Bowl MVP from the program. The Bruins are a team that got a major boost in numbers in the recent times. The last 3 season has produced eight players to Super Bowl, whereas Miami did only one. Does this mean that Bruins will surpass both the teams in the near future?

4. Michigan Wolverines

The program has produced as many as 106 Super Bowl appearances. Who forgets the College of Tom Brady, one of the greatest quarterback of all the time and three-time winner of Super Bowl MVP, was part of Wolverines during the college days. The team stands top on the most number of Super Bowl MVPs with four in the account.

5. Penn State Nittany Lions

Nittany Lions are channeled 104 Super Bowl player appearances until date. Franco Harris, Jack Ham are some of the prominent names who made an impact in the Super Bowls. It has won a Super Bowl MVP during the course. The recent years saw a stagnation in the number of players appearing in Super Bowl, as last three years saw only one player appearing in the game from Lions.

The grooming stage of each player mostly spends in college football, and hence the statistics have an importance that how each college are giving importance to football. It can be seen that the top teams are giving excellent training programs and support to the team members and that play a major part in their later career.

Which Colleges Produced the Most Players in Super Bowl 51?

Super Bowl 51 was quite a memorable event and will be for many years to come. Several colleges are responsible for producing the players that participated in this event.

Washington produced several players that were part of Super Bowl 51. The Atlanta Falcons made certain that Washington received proper representation in the game. Desmond Trufant is a recognized name that was responsible for many of the teams victories over the years. Trufant made his first trip to the Pro Bowl in 2015.

Joshua Perkins is another popular figure and will be forever associated with the Falcons. Perkins through his hard work and exceptional talents will always be remembered for helping to take his team to the championship game.

Georgia was another college that took their responsibility very seriously when it came to producing some of the best players for this year’s title game. The Patriots carefully selected Malcolm Mitchell in the fourth round for the 2016 draft. Mitchell ended up playing 14 very memorable games for the team that season. In addition, Mitchell was able to keep his record intact with a total of 32 catches by four touchdowns. It was felt that Mitchell would have a definite impact on Super Bowl 51.

Auburn has taken great credit for sending four of its best players to participate in the so called “big game”. Jonathan Jones and Brandon King are probably two of the best players that the team has had in a long time. Jones and Brandon certainly receive a great deal of recognition and for a very good reason. However, it is apparent that the two players still do not receive as much respect and recognition as some of the other former alumni players have received. Ryan White and Josh Harris are also excellent and well recognized players.

It could be said that the “Tigers” certainly did do their part as far as a major contribution to Super Bowl 51 is concerned. recruiting some of the teams best players is what it is really all about.

Rutgers is responsible for some well recognized and talented players being a part of Super Bowl 51. Devin Mc Courty is now considered one of the best players in his current playing position. Mohamed Sanu is a highly recognized wide receiver. Sanu signed a multi million contract with the Falcons that will most certainly earn him recognition as one of the top players and one of the highest paid players on the team. Sanu’s presence at the Super Bowl had a definite impact on the entire game for a variety of reasons.

Alabama left a definite impact too. However, it seems that wide receiver Julio Jones captured a great deal of well deserved attention. It would be fair to say that Alabama helped Julio Jones receive the attention that he seems to get every time to he makes an appearance. A player such as Jones receives even more recognition when he makes an appearance at an event as important as the Super Bowl.

Alabama is yet another college that produced some of its finest players to demonstrate their talent and skill in Super Bowl 51. The players certainly lived up to their expectations.

Most Disappointing College Football Teams in 2016

The year 2016 was not such a great year for some of the college football teams. Sometimes when college teams have a bad year it can effect the team players in a a very profound way.  Today we take a look at the teams that struggled to meet expectations.  That doesn’t mean Vegas doesn’t think they have a chance this year, in fact several are listed among the favorites according to  But first let’s see why last year was so bad.

The LSU Tigers seemed to have a good reputation and was a decent team. However in 2016 the Tigers had a terrible loss to Wisconsin to open the season. Les Miles was responsible for the loss and it seemed all downhill from there. The Tigers had such a bad year in 2016 it ended up costing the Mad Hatter his job. It can take a college football team a long time to recover after a continuous losing streak.

Charlie Strong coached for Texas in 2016. Strong was already criticized for his decline on the playing field. After winning one game over Notre Dame it was all down hill from there. In 2016 Texas lost to Oklahoma State and Cal. The final blow came when Texas lost to Kansas. It seems Texas faced much public humiliation throughout 2016. Weather or not the team can recover remains to be seen. Strong was so disappointed with the team he handed in his resignation after the 2016 season concluded.

Tennessee was once a respected team, however 2016 brought about much disappointment to the team. Josh Dobbs and Vice Young were once considered talented football players. However, some wonder where their talents disappeared to after a disastrous 2016 football season. Tennessee suffered losses to both Texas and Alabama which essentially placed their team at the bottom of the list.

Tennessee had one final loss to Vanderbilt which was a total disappointment. Tennessee had high expectations before the 2016 season began. However, all expectations were diminished with the continual losing streak Tennessee suffered throughout the 2016 season.

Cincinnati Bearcats skills on the playing field continued to decline in 2016. After a 7-6 season the previous year the team experienced nothing but losses and a great deal of bad press. Major losses to both South Florida and Houston pretty much confirmed that Cincinnati were not contenders in any way shape or form.

The Bearcats did beat East Carolina in 2016. However, following their victory over East Carolina the Bearcats faced total disaster. Thanks to Cincy, the Bearcats lost the last five games and the team took quite an emotional hit.

Many predictions were made for UCLA in 2016. The predictions were quite positive and many felt the team would achieve much success. The Bruins did have two successful wins in 2016. However, after their success the team continued to experience a losing streak. The team had a big loss to Stanford followed by six losses in a row which finished the season on a discouraging note. In conclusion, the Bruins did not win the Pac-12 South.

Losing the Pac-12 South was a severe blow to the entire team. Josh Rosen and Jim Mora took a great deal of criticism which did not help matters at all. It would be safe to say that the Bruins had one of their worst years in 2016. Jim Mora was considering leaving the team altogether.

Michigan State seemed to get off to a decent start in the beginning of the 2016 season. Sparty secured two consecutive wins early on. However, things quickly began to decline for Michigan. Michigan suffered a seven game in a row losing streak which included a loss to Maryland. Michigan was ranked number 12 at the beginning of the 2016 football season. It is possible the players became overconfident which may have contributed to their terrible season in 2016.

Finally, no college football team wins all of the time. However, for whatever reason some of the college football teams periodically experience disappointing seasons. No one can really predict the outcome of any game. Team players can take serious losses very personal which can further affect their sports ability in the future.

History of the Belk Bowl

Prior to 1996, Charlotte, N. Carolina did not have a facility large enough to contend for a college football bowl bid. That changed with the construction of Bank of America Stadium, home to the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. The prime mover in bowl bid contention has been the Charlotte Sports Foundation, which is a corporate entity in Charlotte, N. Carolina.

They began to host college bowl games in 2001-02 at Bank of America Stadium. From 2001 to 2005, the games were known as the Continental Tire Bowl; then, from 2006 through 2010, they were named the Meineke Car Care Bowl games. Since the 2011-2012 game, they have been sponsored by the Belk Department Store chain headquartered in Charlotte. This current arrangement between Belk and the Southeastern Conference is in effect to 2019.

First Game

The first Continental Tire Bowl game played at Bank of America Stadium featured University of Virginia vs. West Virginia. Attendance is estimated to have been over 73,000 fans. It was played on December 28, 2001. The University of Virginia did not score first, but did win the game 48-22. By halftime, it appeared University of Virginia was going to be a strong competitor as reflected in the 28-10 lead going into the third quarter.

The bowl games, since their beginning, feature teams from the Southeastern Conference, (SEC), and the Atlantic Coast Conference, (ACC). At present, there are 15 teams in the SEC, and 16 teams in the ACC. Three ACC teams are Boston College, University of Notre Dame and University of Louisville.

The first Belk Bowl game occurred in 2011 featuring the University of Louisville Cardinals vs. the North Carolina State Wolfpack. This was the second bowl bid for Louisville. Though the University of Louisville rallied in the second half from a 31-10 deficit, NC State held on to claim a 31-24 victory. The game was nationally televised by ESPN as have subsequent Belk Bowl games.

The 2015 Belk Bowl again featured the North Carolina State Wolfpack. Their opponent was the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Noted from the final score was 51-28, in favor of the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Of note, this was the first season in school history for the Bulldogs to attain nine wins.

Community support for the Belk Bowl has been consistent over the years. They host a pre-game party the day prior to the bowl game called Fan Central. Furthermore, on the day of the game, a public concert is held given by a major national performer. Ticket sales over the years have been consistently high, which indicates a strong sense of “us” figuring into shared pride in holding the Belk Bowl.

Belk Bowl Stars In The NFL

In the recent past, quarterbacks JacobyBriscott and Dak Prescott have entered the NFL and doing well. Prescott played for Mississippi State and is in his first year with the Dallas Cowboys. Briscott, who attended North Carolina State, is in his first year with the New England Patriots. Other current players include Teddy Bridgewater, Minnesota Vikings, and Mike Glennon, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as well as Eric Ebron, Detroit Lions, and Devante Parker, Miami Dolphins.

Of note, two Hall of Fame representatives include Larry Fitzgerald, former Arizona Cardinal, and Heath Miller, former Pittsburgh Steeler. The Belk Bowl continues to fashion an important contribution to the American college football scene.


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FABULOUS Baked Chicken Chimichangas

I have had this recipe on my “to try” list for months now.  I have no idea why I didn’t try it sooner, but once I did try it, I quickly realized that we have been missing out!  My husband deemed it a “keeper” and my son, who is 6, stroked my ego quite a bit!  He told me that I should entered a cooking contest, and that if I did and I made these, I would win for sure!  The inspiration for this recipe came from Six Sisters Cafe although I changed it up quite a bit to make it easier!  I’m all about simplicity when it comes to cooking!

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Baked Chicken Chimichangas

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Yummy, easy to make chicken chimichangas
  • 3-4 frozen chicken breasts
  • 1 can green enchilada sauce (10 oz)
  • 1 package cream cheese (8 oz)
  • Taco seasoning (1/2 package)
  • 1 package flour tortillas (10 inch)
  • 2 cups Herdez salsa verde (any salsa verde should work)
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (I used the 99% fat free version)
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • sour cream (Optional – for topping)

  1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker and pour the green enchilada sauce over the top. I use frozen chicken breasts. Cook for 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.
  2. Shred the chicken breasts and add in the cream cheese (I cut mine into chunks to help it melt faster) and the taco seasoning. Mix together and cook on low for 30-40 minutes (Until the cream cheese is melted).
  3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9X13 baking pan with non-stick spray. You can also use a cookie sheet, which is probably what I will do next time.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture. Top with shredded cheese. Then, roll the tortilla into a rectangular packet and place it in the baking pan. Brush olive oil over the top and bake for 15-20 minutes on each side. (Once they are brown and crispy on top, turn them)
  5. While they are baking, mix the Herdez salsa and the cream of chicken soup on the stovetop.
  6. To serve, place the chimichanga on a plate, top with the sauce, some shredded cheese, and sour cream if you like!

  1. That looks delicious! Thank you for sharing it at SHOW-Licious Craft Showcase.

  2. These sound delish! I’m in a Mexican Food mood and must give these a try.
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  3. These look delicious! Chimichangas are one of my favorite Mexican foods! Pinned it! Thanks for sharing at All Things Pretty! Hope you come back soon!

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Retirement Party: Setting Up

on February 28, 2012 in Anniversary, Leadership

Last Saturday, February 25th, was the day Boy Scout Troop 68 held a party to recognize my thirty years of service as the troop’s scoutmaster. (I retired at the end of last year.) The party was held at the Melrose American legion. It began at 2:00 in the afternoon and lasted 5:00 pm.

The committee planned to begin decorating at 10:00 am. They had asked me if they could use my photo albums and wall hung pictures. Of course, I said they could. I thought it would be fun for any alumni who attended the party to look through the old photographs. I packed up the 36 albums, all the group photos and Eagle Scout portraits that hung on the walls, and a few of the awards I had earned over the years.I added four Boy Scout uniforms to the pile, including the uniform I had worn as a young Boy Scout and the one I wore to the 2001 National Jamboree. Buttons, the radical Boy Scout, also decided he needed to go along.

By the time I finished packing their were over six boxes of stuff representing over 32 years of the Scouting program in Melrose. It was a good thing we had a couple of vehicles to transport it all.

Once everything was carried into the American Legion the question arose of how should we set it up? I did not know what the committee had in mind for the afternoon for at first I just shrugged my shoulders. It soon became evident that no one really knew what to do since none of us had ever done anything like this. I suggested that we make a long line of tables to display the photo books. Someone else suggested that we should keep the tables away from the wall so people can view the books from either side.

That was when we discovered that 36 photo albums take up a lot of room when they are open. It took five eight foot long tables to display the the regular troop albums. At the end of the room we used four more tables for the 8×10 group photos, the high adventure albums, and the three shadow boxes. Two more tables were used to display the Eagle Scout portraits. I think we ended up with 80 or 88 feet of tables filled with photos and other memorabilia.

A couple of small table were set by the entrance. A guest book was there for people to sign as they arrived, along with a basket for cards. People were greeted by Buttons who stood on a table in his Boy Scout uniform. In the back of the room was a television on which a slideshow of our 1989 trip to Philmont Scout Ranch was playing. The four uniforms were hung on the wall behind the podium serving as a backdrop to the speakers. Snacks, cake, and refreshments were placed on a couple other tables.

Five rows of tables were set up in the center of the room. Bowls of candies and pretzels were placed at each table. To tell the truth, I did not think we would need all the tables for people to sit at, but I was wrong.

It took nearly two hours to get everything ready for the party. We all thought it looked impressive with all the albums, photos, and other memorabilia. We looked things over once last time and then left for lunch. Show time was only a couple hours away.

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16 March 2013

Perfect Curl by BaByliss Pro - OMG! I GOT TO HAVE THIS!

Before I'm heading to bed I just wanted to share this with you girls. This video has been going around in the beauty blogging world in the past 2 days. The new product called Perfect Curl from Babyliss Pro seems to be A-MAZING! I was SOLD after watching the video! I definitely would love to try this out if it's available. It isn't sold in the market yet, but they have send it to the UK press and some UK bloggers already. Just check the video below and you will be amazed as well o_o". I have never seen any tool like this before!

I got the following words from their Youtube description: "The Perfect Curl is ideal for mid-length and longer hair, this amazing, high performance appliance creates beautiful, long-lasting curls, quickly and effortlessly. It has to be seen to be believed!

With 3 different heat settings and 3 different timer settings, there are lots of combinations to choose from and with less direct heat, it is kinder to hair too. Perfect Curl also boasts a curl direction control; offering the option of uniform curls either curling towards the face or away from the face or auto curls where the direction alternates with every section. Perfect Curl is truly a revolution in curl technology!

Visit www.babylisspro.co.uk for further information, or visit the BaBylissPROUK Facebook or Twitter page @BaBylissPROUK. Perfect Curl is priced at £120 ex VAT and is available exclusively at  Capital Hair & Beauty and Sally Salon Services."

 Quite pricey but WHOA, what a cool product o.o!
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20 Little Changes for a Healthier Life

Little tips that can make a big difference to your health over time

April 13, 2015

It's hard to make big changes in life. The energy and time commitment is often too great. That's why so many Americans still struggle with their health. The problem isn't knowing what to do; it's doing it. So why not take the opposite approach? Forget about such grand, amorphous goals as losing weight or getting in shape. Instead, aim to drink the leftover milk in your cereal bowl each morning to get more vitamins, or hold your fork in your non-dominant hand to slow your eating, or "forget" your glasses the next time you're at the gym so you won't get distracted. Little tips like these can make a big difference over time.

And for more ways to live a long, healthy life, pick up a copy of The Men's Health Diet today! It combines the latest findings in exercise and nutrition with practical how-to-advice that will transform your body into a fat-burning machine.

Decorate Your Plate
A 14-year study found that men whose diets were highest in fruits and vegetables had a 70 percent lower risk of digestive-tract cancers. How to reach your quota: Never eat a meal that doesn't contain a vegetable or fruit. And no, fries don't count.

Dry-Brush Your Teeth
It cuts tartar by 60 percent and also reduces the risk of bleeding gums by half. Use a dry, soft brush to scrub the insides of your top and bottom teeth, then buff the outer surfaces. Rinse, spit, and brush briefly with toothpaste.

Never Skip Breakfast
A survey of more than 2,000 people who lost an average of 67 pounds and kept the weight off for more than 5 years found that 78 percent ate breakfast 7 days a week.

Related: Check out this Raw Manuka Honey (via Rodales.com)

Eat More Pasta
Two to four servings of tomato sauce a week can cut your prostate-cancer risk by 34 percent.

Judge Cholesterol with Contact Lenses
A diet full of fat, protein, or alcohol weakens your tears' ability to block cholesterol from adhering to the lenses. This results in cloudy deposits. If your diet is destroying your contacts, just imagine what it's doing to your arteries.

Go Fishing Once a Week
Eating one serving of fish per week can halve your risk of a sudden fatal heart attack. The secret ingredient in fish is omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon is especially high in them.

Protect Your Erection with Blueberries
They contain compounds that improve circulation, and they're loaded with artery-scrubbing soluble fiber. Eat your berries fresh or in a smoothie three times a week.

Request the Chilean Red
To reduce your risk of cancer, drink red wine from Chile. Chilean cabernet sauvignon is 38 percent higher than French wine in flavonols, which are antioxidants that plunder cancer-causing free radicals.

Lend a Hand
Men who do volunteer work at least once a week have half the death rate of those who don't.

Crunch Away Back Pain
Seventy-five percent of all lower-back problems can be prevented by building your abdominal muscles. Aim for a dozen crunches every day.

Order Thin-Crust Pizza
It has a third fewer calories than thick-crust pie. Blot the cheese with a napkin to cut even more fat.

Skip That Second Cup
The caffeine in 2 cups of coffee adds 16 beats per minute to your heart rate.

Save Your Marriage
An unhappy one increases your chance of getting sick by 35 percent and shortens your life expectancy by 4 years.

Exercise Depression Away
Exercising for 40 minutes can reduce stress. In fact, studies show that working out on a regular basis can be as effective as taking antidepressants like Prozac.

Fall Asleep with Cherries
Cherries and cherry juice are concentrated sources of melatonin, a popular over-the-counter sleep aid.

Put a Shoe on Your Pillow
It'll determine whether your pillow supports your head and neck adequately. Fold the pillow in half and put a shoe on top; if the pillow springs back, it's okay.

"Kur" Your Fatigue
If you wake unusually early, dampen a towel with cool water and lightly wipe your arms, legs, and torso, then go back to bed. The body is very warm when it comes out of REM sleep. Back in bed, the body heats up even more. The result is a deep, restful sleep and more dreams. Called kur, this technique is standard at European spas.

Raise Your Rearview
To prevent slouching (and the resultant lower-back pain) on long drives, tilt your rearview mirror up a bit. That way, you'll have to sit up to see the cars behind.

Take Vitamin E and Aspirin Daily
Researchers have found that this antioxidant-and-blood-thinner combination can reduce arterial plaque by 80 percent. The benefit of the two treatments together is so great that it may help men prevent atherosclerosis even if they can't lower their cholesterol levels.

Have a Banana
The potassium it contains can lower blood pressure. One per day is all it takes.


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Ever since 1972, Van Halen has been rocking stages all across the world. By the early 1980s, the group achieved ultimate rock star status. As one of the most successful rock bands of that decade, the legendary glam metal group produced many hit singles, including “Jump,” “Panama,” and “I’ll Wait.” To this day, the band’s legacy lives on.

Here at Merch2Rock, we’re proud to carry a variety of trendy Van Halen accessories, including a Van Halen necktie for all of the diehard fans. Whether you’re into hard rock or heavy metal, you’re bound to admire this stylish necktie design. By sporting this striking necktie at a formal gathering, you’re sure to stand out among the crowd. Why not express your rockstar personality and pay tribute to Van Halen at the same time? Make Eddie and the rest of the crew proud by adding this must-have accessory to your wardrobe.

Van Halen’s Greatest Achievements

Many of Van Halen’s songs turned into global hits. The band was known to have the most number-one songs land on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock chart. Once the band had sold more than 80 million records worldwide, it came as no surprise that the legendary hard rock group achieved international fame. As a result, Van Halen was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007.

The Benefits of Neckties

By now, you may already be convinced that our Van Halen tie is just what you need to spice up your wardrobe. However, you may not realize that there are many more reasons to add this unique accessory to your tie collection. If you’re tired of the bow tie look or all of your boring ties, a new, edgier necktie might be just what you need to add that special, personal touch to work clothes or formal suits.

If you are one of those individuals who is stuck in the bow tie phase, it’s important to know that there are many benefits to wearing neckties over the traditional bow tie design. For starters, neckties can instantly make you look much taller. Furthermore, the right necktie can serve as a trendy representation of your personality. Although a bow tie may be a better choice for showcasing a more contemporary, sophisticated look, a Van Halen necktie from Merch2Rock serves as a classic accessory that can complement a variety of suits.

Mastering the Necktie Knot

So, you’ve finally decided to buy that brand new necktie from Merch2Rock. Before you sport your new style, you’ll want to make sure that you’ve mastered the art of tying knots. When it comes to creating the perfect knot, the size and shape of your necktie should be taken into consideration. For example, if your tie is thick, a smaller knot would be ideal. Meanwhile, a thinner necktie would typically call for a larger knot.

Regardless, keep in mind that practice makes perfect. By experimenting with different styles and trying new methods, we’re sure that you’ll eventually become a pro at perfecting necktie knots.

Merch2Rock: The Ideal Shop for Trendy Ties

We take pride in offering hard rock enthusiasts the latest and greatest in trendy accessories and attire. In addition to our one-of-a-kind Van Halen tie, we also carry an awesome selection of sneakers, t-shirts, and towels all inspired by the iconic rock artists.

Be sure to visit our online store today to discover our extensive selection of popular rock and pop culture products.

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Annual Fund

Annual Fund Campaign Online Giving

Click the blue ‘Donate Now’ button in the top right hand corner of page.

Mercy Montessori’s Annual Fund Campaign is the primary way in which parents, alumni, grandparents, staff and friends make financial gifts to our wonderful school. Your gift supports initiatives that tuition alone does not cover, giving both our students and faculty the necessary tools for accelerated personal growth and discovery. The Campaign sustains our ability to purchase Montessori materials, improve technology, ensure economic diversity with our unique sliding scale tuition, upgrade classroom furniture, advance faculty development and more.

Please support Mercy Montessori with a contribution to its Annual Fund.  Click the blue donate now button in the top right hand corner of this page to make your donation online.  Thank you!

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Words from a Fresh Air Fund host family.

     This summer will be our 7th year with our Fresh Air son!!!  What started out as a slightly awkward first meeting has turned into a very special relationship.  We have done many things during Armani's visits, but I know that it is just being together that is the best part.  The boys feel like brothers (and act like it too)!

     In fact, everyone was so happy together, that we arranged to have extra long visits for the past 3 summers........the Fresh Air Fund made it work.  This summer I will have 3 teenagers in the house!! As much as I know that we have had a positive influence on Armani, knowing him has changed our lives also, for the better.

Kathy McBride (Host Mom)
St. Catharines

The Tosse-McBride Family.

Simple Things

     Imagine not being able to walk barefoot through the grass, go on a picnic, or gaze up at the stars.  It is these simple things that make the Fresh Air Fund experiences so incredible!

     The Fresh Air Fund is a non-profit organization out of New York City that provides summer vacations to inner city kids and has been serving children since 1877.

     We are looking for families willing to open their homes and their hearts to a child in need of a break this summer from the hot, noisy city.
Our trip dates for Summer 2014 are:
July 21 - August 5 and August 12 - August 22

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German watchdog urges prosecutors to probe entire former Volkswagen board

By Jonathan Gould and Andreas Cremer

FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Germany's financial watchdog has called on prosecutors to investigate Volkswagen's <VOWG_p.DE> entire former management board over the time it took to disclose the carmaker's emissions test cheating, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters.

The complaint filed by Bafin with prosecutors in Braunschweig is a blow for Volkswagen (VW) Chairman Hans Dieter Poetsch and CEO Matthias Mueller, who were both members of the management board - as finance chief and head of the Porsche brand respectively - when the emissions scandal broke.

The prosecutors in Braunschweig, near VW's Wolfsburg headquarters, said on Monday they were investigating former VW CEO Martin Winterkorn and a second unidentified executive over whether they effectively manipulated markets by delaying the release of information about the firm's emissions test cheating.

The person familiar with the matter said Bafin believed the entire former management board should be held collectively responsible for how the scandal was communicated to markets.

Klaus Ziehe, a spokesman for the Braunschweig prosecutor's office, declined to provide details on Bafin's complaint, but said the office's investigations could be widened or narrowed.

"This is an ongoing procedure and the number of suspects is not cast in stone," he said.

Bafin and VW declined to comment.

Bafin's complaint comes just a day before VW holds its annual shareholder meeting, where the company was already bracing for a rough ride from investors who want to know who was responsible for the emissions test cheating.

Also on Tuesday, law firm Quinn Emanuel filed a lawsuit in Germany against VW on behalf of institutional funds over the plunge in its share price due to the scandal.

Europe's biggest carmaker admitted in September to cheating U.S. diesel emissions tests, forcing out long-standing CEO Winterkorn, hammering its shares and tarnishing its reputation.

The company has so far set aside about $18 billion to cover the cost of vehicle refits and a settlement with U.S. authorities, but analysts think the bill could rise further as a result of lawsuits and regulatory penalties.

VW and U.S. regulators were in talks for months about the carmaker's emissions tests, but it was not until Sept. 18 that the cheating was announced to financial markets.

VW acknowledged in its annual report that it had not grasped the potential impact of the issue, saying the management board at the time thought the costs would be similar to previous cases involving other manufacturers, and so manageable.

The decision by U.S. authorities to issue a notice of violation of environmental law against VW on Sept. 18 came as a surprise to the company, the annual report said, adding the "facts and financial consequences then presented the situation in a completely different light."

Evercore ISI analyst Arndt Ellinghorst, who has a "buy" rating on VW shares, said he thought it would be difficult to prove that management deliberately misinformed the market in order to manipulate the share price.

However, the more current managers are dragged into investigations, the more difficult it may be for VW to persuade investors and customers it has moved on from its troubles.

Some investors were critical of both Poetsch and Mueller's appointments in the aftermath of the emissions revelations, saying the company should have picked outsiders to ensure a clean break with the past.

Sources familiar with the matter have told Reuters the second executive under investigation by Braunschweig prosecutors is Herbert Diess, the head of VW's namesake brand.

In the light of the prosecutors' investigation, VW's supervisory board plans to reopen talks later on Tuesday about whether shareholders should be asked on Wednesday to endorse the management board's actions for 2015 in a vote, another person with knowledge of the situation told Reuters.

Such a vote is standard practice for German companies, and while it is only of symbolic importance, it would be an embarrassment for VW if it did not take place, was postponed or if shareholders refused to back the management board.

At 1430 GMT, VW shares were down 0.8 percent at 123.6 euros.

(Additional reporting by Jan Schwartz, Ilona Wissenbach and Kirstin Ridley; Editing by Edward Taylor and Mark Potter)

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House of the Rising Son: The Saratoga dining destination finds new life in the hands of young chef Josiah Slone.

Saratoga Via France

The reinvention of Sent Sovi sends taste buds on a bumpy ride toward succulent dessert

By Christina Waters

SARATOGA'S Sent Sovi restaurant was a favored bon vivant haunt until chef David Kinch relinquished it early this year in favor of his new project, Manresa. In April, 25-year-old chef Josiah Slone and partner Rolando Locci took over the French-inspired menu, opting to keep the restaurant's name and interior design intact.

A revisit to the new version of Sent Sovi gave me an excuse to dine with an elegant friend, a friend with radar taste buds and a taste for chocolate. Touches of copper still adorn the main room, but the artwork has changed, and the staff seems even more attentive. A convivial but well-behaved wine-dinner party held down the center of the pretty dining room.

Virginia approved of a bottle of Savannah Chanel Pinot Noir 2000 ($48), which opened nicely in huge balloon goblets while we worked our way through a fragrant cache of pain de compagne. An opening amuse offered tangles of green papaya spiced with sesame seeds, cilantro and rice-vinegar dressing. Like almost every restaurant in California, Sent Sovi's menu incorporates Asian ideas.

Both appetizers and entrees brought mixed results. An order of fresh corn bisque ($11) was luxurious and full of sexy late-summer flavors, but a creation of crisp spring rolls ($9) filled with lentils seemed not to have been fully thought through. Plump prawns spicy with coriander sat atop the soup, so thick was the delicious corn purée, and several thick strips of perfect, ripe avocado laced the middle. We both loved it and found it as accessible as the lentil rolls were unmanageable. Crispy thin rice paper shattered upon impact, by teeth or by fork, and the lentils themselves tended toward dryness.

There was a very lengthy pause between courses, possibly due to the presence of the large party, but our waitstaff didn't let us feel neglected. Two amiable waiters made charming small talk as they kept our wine and water glasses filled.

Entrees were abundant and attractive. One plate produced two roasted quails atop a pool of very tangy pomegranate-shallot sauce ($24). Cubes of decadent apple wood-smoked bacon, roasted grapes and a delicious portion of romano beans played supporting roles. Somehow, the quail never rose to the occasion, not being quite crisply roasted enough and hence without fully developed game flavor. Virginia found the pomegranate sauce too "vinegary," but while I agreed it was full-on tart, I found that aspect of it a welcome foil for the sweet grapes and earthy beans.

My entree of pan-roasted Sonoma Liberty duck breast was delicious ($26). Arriving exactly as requested, between rare and medium rare, the breast meat was meltingly tender. The accompanying fingerling potatoes, however, tasted as though they'd been cooked much earlier, and the tiny sheaf of asparagus leaned toward the metallic. Great duck, however, and especially wonderful with the big plummy tones of the pinot noir.

The dessert menu at Sent Sovi is sheer temptation. Intrigues such as berries with Chantilly cream, roasted Gravenstein apple with Stilton streusel or maple crème brûlée give way to the deeper waters of serious chocolate: Valrhona chocolate espresso mousse, bittersweet chocolate gelato. We came to an abrupt halt at chocolate mascarpone cheesecake with candied citrus crust ($8), and with the aid of a serviceable house coffee and an excellent espresso, plunged in without looking back.

Some desserts win you over with visual appeal, others with ingenious combinations of textures and flavors. This simple slice of pale chocolate cheesecake--aided by a rosette of whipped cream--seduced us the old-fashioned way. It tasted absolutely divine. Barely sweet, the whipped cream hugged the inner curves of chocolate romanced by exceptionally buttery cheese. A delicate crust, lightly citrused, made no intrusive moves. It supported, supplied a hit of crisp and then it stood back, allowing the chocolate density to go directly into the cerebral cortex by way of the second chakra. Sent Sovi means "killer dessert" in Saratogan English.

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Address: 14583 Big Basin Way, Saratoga
Phone: 408.867.3110
Hours: 5-10pm Tue-Sat, 5-9:30pm Sun
Cuisine: New American
Price: Expensive

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The general objective of consumer protection in the financial market is to achieve the state where the consumers make responsible and appropriate decisions in the financial market with regard to their current situation.

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In December 2007, the Ministry of Finance (MF) issued the “Standards of Expertise for Distributors of Products in the Financial Market” for public consultation. The consultation material was the first step in implementing one of the objectives stipulated in the Framework Policy of the Ministry of Finance on Consumer Protection in the Financial Market, which is ensuring that the distributors of financial products have a certain level of knowledge and skills.

According to an analysis performed by the MF, the requirements on the expertise of the distributors contained in current legislation are markedly unbalanced. The MF considers this as problematic and plans to focus its next steps on making the conditions equal across the financial market. The objective is to find a solution that will ensure comparable conditions in terms of consumer awareness and protection in the entire market.

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On Dec 18 2007, the Commission adopted a Communication on Financial Education. This Communication underlines the Commission's support for the provision of financial education delivered as close as possible to the citizens that need it, namely through Member State, national and regional authorities, non-governmental agencies and the financial services sector.

It sets out the economic, societal and personal benefits of increased financial literacy and gives an overview of the provision of financial education in the EU. The Communication presents some basic principles to guide providers of financial education, based on existing best practices.

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The Green Paper on Retail Financial Services in the Single Market sets out the vision of the European Commission for future EU policy on retail financial services, which are financial products such as bank accounts, loans, mortgages, investments and insurance provided to individual consumers. The Green Paper aims to strengthen and deepen the Commission's understanding of the problems faced by consumers and industry in this area, to set out the Commission's overarching objectives and to highlight areas where more work may be needed.

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Intellectual property protection in Malaysia comprises of patents, trademarks, industrial designs, copyright, geographical indications and layout designs of integrated circuits. Malaysia is a member of the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) and a signatory to the Paris Convention and Berne Convention which govern these intellectual property rights.

In addition, Malaysia is also a signatory to the Agreement on Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) signed under the auspices of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). Malaysia provides adequate protection to both local and foreign investors. Malaysia's intellectual property laws are in conformance with international standards and have been reviewed by the TRIPs Council periodically.

The Patents Act 1983 and the Patents Regulations 1986 govern patent protection in Malaysia. An applicant may file a patent application directly if he is domicile or resident in Malaysia. A foreign application can only be filed through a registered patent agent in Malaysia acting on behalf of the applicant.

Similar to legislations in other countries, an invention is patentable if it is new, involves an inventive step and is industrially applicable. In accordance with TRIPS, the Patents Act stipulates a protection period of 20 years from the date of filing of an application. Under the Act, the utility innovation certificate provides for an initial duration of ten years protection from the date of filing of the application and renewable for further two consecutive terms of five years each subject to use. The owner of a patent has the right to exploit the patented invention, to assign or transmit the patent, and to conclude a licensed contract.

In accordance with TRIPS, under the scope of compulsory licence, the Act allows for importation of patented products that are already in the other countries' market (parallel import).The Government can prohibit commercial exploitation of patents for reasons of public order or morality. The Act was amended to include provision for Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and to allow importation under the scope of compulsory license.

Malaysia has acceded to the PCT in the year 2006 and effective from 16 August 2006, the PCT International Application can be made at the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO).

Trade Marks

Trade mark protection is governed by the Trade Marks Act 1976 and the Trade Marks Regulations 1997.

The Act provides protection for registered trade marks and service marks in Malaysia. Once registered, no person or enterprise other than its proprietor or authorised users may use them. Infringement action can be initiated against abusers. The period of protection is ten years, renewable for a period of every ten years thereafter. The proprietor of the trade mark or service mark has the right to deal or assign as well as to license its use.

In accordance with TRIPS, Malaysia prohibits the registration of well-known trade marks by unauthorised persons and provides for border measures to prohibit counterfeit trade marks from being imported into Malaysia.

Malaysia accedes to the Nice and Vienna Agreements on 28 June 2007 which was enforced on 28 September 2007. Nice Agreement is concerning the International Clasiffication of Goods and Services for the purpose of the registration of marks whereas the Vienna Agreement establishes a classification for marks, which consist of or contain figurative elements. Both agreements are significant to facilitate trade mark registration.

As with patents, while local applicants may file applications on their own, foreign applicants will have to do so through registered trade mark agents.

Industrial Designs

Industrial design protection in Malaysia is governed by the Industrial Designs Act 1996 and Industrial Designs Regulations 1999. The Act provides the rights of registered industrial designs as that of a personal property capable of assignment and transmission by operation of the law.

To be eligible for registration, industrial designs must be new and do not include a method of construction or design that is dictated solely by function. In addition, the design of the article must not be dependent upon the appearance of another article of which it forms an integral part.

Local applicants can file registrations individually or through a registered industrial designs agent. However, foreign applicants will need to seek the services of a registered industrial designs agent. Registered industrial designs are protected for an initial period of five years which may be extended for another two 5-year terms, providing a total protection period of 15 years.

The Copyright Act 1987 provides comprehensive protection for copyrightable works. The Act outlines the nature of works eligible for copyright (which includes computer programs), the scope of protection, and the manner in which the protection is accorded. There is no registration for copyright works.

Copyright protection for literary, musical or artistic works is for the duration of the life of the author and 50 years after his death. In sound recordings, broadcasts and films, copyright protection is for 50 years after the works are first published or made.

The Act also provides protection for the performer's rights in a live performance which shall continue to subsist for fifty years from the beginning of the calendar year following the year in which the live performance was given.

A unique feature of the Act is the inclusion of provisions for its enforcement. The amendment of the Copyright Act 1987, which was enforced on 1 October 2003 confers power of arrest (including arrest without warrant) to enforcement officers of the Ministry of Domestic Trade, Cooperative and Consumerisme (MDTCC) formerly known as Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs. This special team of officers of the MDTCC is appointed to enforce the Act and is empowered to enter premises suspected of having infringing copies and to search and seize infringing copies and contrivances.

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The Layout Designs of Integrated Circuits Act 2000 provides for the protection of layout designs of integrated circuits based on originality, creator's own invention and the fact that the creation is freely created. There is no registration for the layout design of an integrated circuit.

The duration of protection is 10 years from the date of its commercial exploitation or 15 years from the date of creation if not commercially exploited. The Act also allows for action to be taken by the owner if such rights recognised under the Act have been infringed. The right can also be transferred either partly or wholly by way of assignment, licence, wills or through the enforcement of law.

The Act is implemented in compliance with the TRIPS Agreement to provide a guarantee to investors in Malaysia's electronics industry and to ensure the growth of technology in the country.

Geographical Indications

The Geographical Indications Act 2000 provides protection to goods following the name of the place where the goods are produced, where a given quality, reputation or other characteristic of the goods is essitially attributable to their geographical origin. This protection is applicable to goods such as wine and spirit, or natural or agricultural products or any product of handicraft or industry. Geographical indications which are contrary to public order or morality shall not be protected under the Act.

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Some kind of happy

Unless you only read this blog sporatically, you  know that we have been struggling in this house lately.  Sometimes it is overwhelming.  The latest struggle is trying to get Miles help at the earliest stage possible to help him overcome his severe aggression. We are trying desperately to get him into our state's early intervention progam. Our main issue is that the child's birth certificate says that he is 10 months old when we suspect that he is older than 2.  This is no one's fault.  A year ago, based on his size, I would have made the assumption that he was a whole lot younger, too.  But that malnutrition is a tricky thing and the things it does to developement and growth are shocking.  So every month, as Miles grows, he ages exponentially.  Every trip to the doctor ages him by months and months.  When he first got home, we thought that maybe he was a year old.  Then when we got some food in him and he wasn't listless all the time, we thought maybe 18 months old.  Then he got in 18 months worth of teeth in a 2 1/2 month time span and we thought he was around 2.  Then he started being able to stand on one leg and jump and do all sorts of other crazy stuff and now we think he's older than two.  Seriously- malnutrition is a bitch.  If he is older than 2, then there is a ton of his life that is unaccounted for before he arrived at the orphanage.  Whatever the reason, he is acting it out in some crazy ways.   The state likes hard numbers.  His documentation says 10 months and that is standing in our way of getting him properly evaluated for pyschological help.  Lucky for us, we have lots of advocates and friends that are connected with the system that are fighting for him.  And I think we may be able to pull it off and start getting Miles some services to start helping him heal.  I told my dear friend yesterday that you know your world has been flipped upside down when you are frantic to find psychological help for your child before they are even verbal.  But we are on the right path and I see light at the end of the tunnel.

Our family was desperate for a shake up from the routine this weekend.  Saturday we tried to keep the kids separated all day to keep the pressure from building up.  I took Miles out for some one on one time all morning. (which included getting his stitches out) and then in the afternoon, my mom came and took the big kids to a movie.  Just keeping everyone away from each other and giving the kids a break from Miles, seemed to work wonders.  I know that it is not possible to keep em' separated (anybody else just bust out the Offspring song?) all the time, but for a day, it sure was nice!  And then on Sunday it was time for some family down time after church.  And what better place to have down time than Papaw Johnny's farm?!

The farm is my kid's very favorite place in the world to be.  They are free to get dirty, run off some steam and just explore until their heart's are content.  Just seeing them have so much fun was refreshing to me.  We left all the stress behind and just had fun.  And seriously- it was way better for my soul than the $100 I dropped on therapy.    The day reminded me of how awesome this adventure of parenting 3 children is.  We stopped for a photo and at that moment I actually felt like maybe this was all going to turn out okay...eventually.

Somehow our little jaunt to the creek to get some water for the chickens, turned into all the kids stripping down nekkid and having the time of their lives in the creek with their Papaw.

(Yes, we do feed Noah- aka "BOB" for Bag of Bones!)

The kids jumped off the little bridge into the water so many times, I thought that my poor dad's arms would break from catching them so many times.  And each time there were giggles and joy and utter happiness.

Seeing my children this happy was like a lifeline for me.  I always wonder what kind of images I'll see on my deathbed when I am reflecting over my life.  I hope it's these images and the sound of all that laughter.  It was just so much perfection.

You can't buy that kind of happy.  Even if it only lasts for an afternoon...

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